Frankie Knuckles

Frankie Knuckles

'BBC Radio 1's Essential Mix'

PUBLISHED Apr 6, 2015

Last April, house pioneer Frankie Knuckles unexpectedly passed away at the age of 59. One year later, his legacy is still being honoured. T...

Frankie Knuckles Remembered with 'House Masters' Anthology

PUBLISHED Mar 30, 2015

Last year, the dance music world took a serious loss with the death of house pioneer Frankie Knuckles. Now, the artist will be remembered w...

Barack and Michelle Obama Send Letter of Condolence to Friends and Family of Frankie Knuckles

PUBLISHED Apr 22, 2014

The death of house pioneer Frankie Knuckles late last month impacted a number of music fans, including U.S. President Barack Obama and Firs...

Frankie Knuckles, Godfather of House Music, Dead at 59

PUBLISHED Apr 1, 2014

Tragedy has struck the world of dance music with the passing of Frankie Knuckles. The Chicago DJ, a pioneer of house music, has died at the...

Frankie Knuckles

A New Reality

PUBLISHED Jul 1, 2004

As a key figure in the genesis of house music, Frankie Knuckles has accomplished more than any of his DJ/producer peers. However, he has ne...