MC Conrad – known offstage as Conrad Thompson – has died aged 52(Picture: Instagram)
Drum and bass pioneer MC Conrad – known offstage as Conrad Thompson – has died aged 52.
Clinic Records released a statement which read: ‘We’re sorry to say that MC Conrad passed away in April 2024.
‘One of the most recognisable and best-loved voices in D&B, he leaves behind him an unmatched legacy.
‘Conrad will be deeply missed by all of us, and by all of you who were touched by his performances over the years.’
They added: ‘He is universally recognised as one of Drum & Bass’s most pioneering and respected vocal performers, delivering an electrifying show each and every time.’
No cause of death has been given.
Conrad was one of the biggest British MCs to come out of the rave scene of the 1990s.
Having moved from his native Northampton to London, Conrad evolved with the genre as he performed in warehouses, fields and clubs across the UK.
He ended up meeting young DJ called LTJ Bukem, and together they formed a legendary partnership that took the music scene by storm.
Fans and music industry names have paid tribute online, as @Beane_Noodler took to X and wrote: ‘Sad news. As a teenager growing up in the 90’s on a diet of all things Good Looking & LTJ Bukem, MC Conrad’s voice was such a strong presence on mixtapes and records I collected.’
@section8atl wrote: ‘Gutted to hear the news about MC Conrad passing away. He was hugely influential to me discovering my love for Drum & Bass. I’ll cherish the time that I filled in for LTJ Bukem & had MC Conrad on for my set.’
@deLaceyMusic commented: ‘RIP MC Conrad. Soundtracked my youth, stewarded thousands through the dance (including many a session at Fabric in my late-teens). An inimitable voice, who could command a room like no other.
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