Blur’s Electronic Revolution with William Orbit | Music News

William Orbit, the visionary producer behind Madonna’s “Ray of Light” and Blur’s groundbreaking 1999 album “13,” has died at 69. Known for his electrifying fusion of electronic and noise textures, Orbit transformed Blur’s sound with an infectious, improvisational approach that turned raw guitar riffs into epic soundscapes. Guitarist Graham Coxon hailed him as a “genius,” recalling how Orbit reshaped tracks like “Battle” and “1992,” even crafting the spontaneous guitar solo for “Coffee & TV” — a song Coxon wrote and sang himself. Orbit’s studio magic drew even Madonna to the sessions, leaving a legacy that continues to inspire. Coxon is stunned by his loss, remembering Orbit’s boundless energy — and hinting Blur may honor him with a special performance in the future. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0cea6caa26d513c3