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Thursday, June 25, 2009 

Current mood:  crushed
Category: Dreams and the Supernatural
ELECTRONIC MUSIC ENGINEER/PRODUCER GENIUS ....
ANDY HUGHES OF THE ORB....
SADLY PASSES AWAY ON FRIDAY 12TH JUNE 2009Andy Hughes, electronic music producer/DJ who was born 11th November 1965 and, and who lived and grew up in Harrow, Middlesex, tragically passed away on Friday 12th June 2009 after a short illness.

Andy was a genius who gave so much inspiration and passion to all with his incredible work.  He was loved by many aficionados of the trance/ambient genre, but will be especially remembered for his work with Alex Paterson and The Orb, most notably the album Orblivion and single Toxygene, which reached number 4 in the UK charts in 1997. Together with his musical partners Alex Paterson and former members Kris Weston, Simon Phillips and Thomas Fehlmann  together with Nick Burton of Westworld fame. Andy created electronic and ambient/techno/house/dub masterpieces. These took him across the globe where he played to masses of fans in countries including the USA, Japan and Canada as well as a sell out concert at the Royal Albert Hall in 1998.....

Prior to his Orb years he had helped to design and build the studios for Bunk Junk & Genius and worked with many famous artists. He was with the Orb until 1999 during which, along with his musical input including the Live 93 album, he assisted with the building of their Back Passage studio in Clapham ....

In 2000 he started producing music on his own and more recently produced music for artists such as Kovak and Basement Jaxx at their neighbouring studios in Brixton, London.....

Andy was an incredibly doting and loving father who always made time for his children Gabriel and Circe and their father’s passing will leave a chasm in both their lives.....

Andy’s funeral will take place at West Norwood Crematorium, Norwood Road SE 27on Monday 29th June ’09 at 11.45am. The service will be open to anyone wishing to attend.  It is hoped to arrange a Tribute concert in the future to allow his many fans and friends to meet up.....

Any floral tributes to Funeral Directors W. Uden & Sons, 265 Southampton Way, Camberwell, London SE9 7EN or donations to the Liver Intensive Therapy Unit, Kings College Hospital via the web site http://www.justgiving.com/andyphughes....

Time Traveller

 
May his new journey be full of love, peace and happiness.  Strength to his family and friends in this difficult time.

 
Posted by Time Traveller on Thursday, June 25, 2009 - 3:00 PM
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Selecta Roswell of The DOJO

 

Perhaps our eyes are merely a blank film which is taken from us after our deaths to be developed elsewhere and screened as our life story in some infernal cinema or dispatched as microfilm into the sidereal void.”  ~ Jean Baudrillard ~

…..if this is the case I would like one ticket please to sit in the front row of one of the most influential producers of my lifetime. The music of the ORB has been a staple in my life for many, many years and the situations and times that have been blessed with the soundtrack of Andy, LX, Thomas, Youth and so many others have been nothing short of magical.

I am saddened beyond belief at this news and my grandest wishes go out to Andy’s family and the whole ORB nation. If there is the tiniest empty space at the service, please put my essence there.
 
Posted by Selecta Roswell of The DOJO on Thursday, June 25, 2009 - 3:11 PM
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Michelle

 
I am so sorry for your loss.  He was so young... I will keep his friends and family in my thoughts and prayers.   
 
Posted by Michelle on Thursday, June 25, 2009 - 3:22 PM
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Shinywen

 
My sadness is not for Andy, whom I firmly believe is surrounded by light and love now. My sadness is for those who knew him and all of us who were touched by his work. He will be missed.

 
Posted by Shinywen on Thursday, June 25, 2009 - 4:08 PM
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Russell

 
I could not have said this any better.

 
Posted by Russell on Friday, June 26, 2009 - 3:00 PM
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jake levine
jake levine

 
my thoughts are with you, his family and all music fans of the world.

 
Posted by jake levine on Thursday, June 25, 2009 - 4:30 PM
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Paul D

 
thank you Andy for the wonderful work that you have left us with
 
Posted by Paul D on Thursday, June 25, 2009 - 4:44 PM
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Guttersnipe
Guttersnipe Guttersnipe

 
R.I.P Andy, such a great loss.
Thank you for the music

 
Posted by Guttersnipe on Thursday, June 25, 2009 - 4:44 PM
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Gomer Pyle

 
In 1996, on july 20, after a wonderful Orb show at Zeebrugge's Beachrock, it was Andy who revealed the title for the upcoming Orb album to me: Orblivion. That was Andy, never to forget, RIP

Sander.



 
Posted by Gomer Pyle on Thursday, June 25, 2009 - 5:04 PM
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morphy

 
Rest in peace Andy.... a true pioneer

 
Posted by morphy on Thursday, June 25, 2009 - 5:31 PM
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Rabid Gravy

 
That truly sucks.  Especially for someone so young. My sympathies to his family and friends for their loss.

 
Posted by Rabid Gravy on Thursday, June 25, 2009 - 6:35 PM
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Phil
Phil Mellersh

 
So sad! Thanks Andy, wonderful tunes that shaped and still shape me!!!

 
Posted by Phil on Thursday, June 25, 2009 - 9:20 PM
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iceolate

 
Oh no!

 
Posted by iceolate on Thursday, June 25, 2009 - 10:05 PM
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Evelio

 
I feel so broken about this. MUSIC GURU - Andy Hughes, RIP.
 
Posted by Evelio on Thursday, June 25, 2009 - 11:08 PM
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atomascii

 
He contributed so manybamazing things. God bless him!!!!
 
Posted by atomascii on Friday, June 26, 2009 - 2:46 AM
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Cerebus
Cerebus De Aardvark

 
Peace and solace to his family and friends during this difficult time.

Always sad when one of the "dreamers of dreams" leaves us.

 
Posted by Cerebus on Friday, June 26, 2009 - 3:27 AM
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Dub Monk

 
:(  Rest in Sound Andy! I have my windows open and am blasting Orblivion & the Toxygene remixes out to the hills & forests of the Emmental Valley. Freaking out the Farmers in your memory! Zozzy

 
Posted by Dub Monk on Friday, June 26, 2009 - 10:12 AM
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Zen Mechanics

 
This is sad news...He was involved with so many of my favorite releases. Many blessings to his friends, lovers and family. I'm gonna blast Orblivion all day in his remembrance...Rest In Dub

 
Posted by Zen Mechanics on Friday, June 26, 2009 - 1:34 PM
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Joe

 
I am so sad over this as I am sure you will remember Andy liked the truck I had when I toured with Ord year's ago so I told him he could drive it and he drove it to Portland,OR.
I never forgot that trip he drove like a pro. I told him all about trucks and he told me all about korg. Please write one song and call it ANDY.



 
Posted by Joe on Friday, June 26, 2009 - 2:08 PM
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Cerebus
Cerebus De Aardvark

 
Something in my soul is telling me that should happen, and I'm not the sentimental type. A song or an album called Andy. It seems very fitting.

 
Posted by Cerebus on Friday, June 26, 2009 - 7:37 PM
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Ripple Effect

 
So tragic and sad. Best wishes to his family, and to Alex and his 'Orb' family. I had no idea he was sick. I am playing 'Orblivion' to honor him in some small way! Such a loss.
 
Posted by Ripple Effect on Friday, June 26, 2009 - 7:35 PM
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Dan "the Norse" Nordmann

 
I remember losing a great feeling of loneliness when I first started to listent to the Orb...some of that loneliness has just returned upon hearing about Andy's passing. My condolences.
 
Posted by Dan "the Norse" Nordmann on Friday, June 26, 2009 - 9:03 PM
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coppercat.

 
o thee nobly born,
thy time hath come for thee to seek the path.
thy guru hath set thee free.
there comes a time for all beings to see themselves
as intelligence without circumference or centre.
at this time, know thee thyself,
for i too am setting thee free.

-Tibetan Prayer for the Recently Released

Andy, thanks for helping me find my shamanic powers.
I'll see you on the flip side of the record.

 
Posted by coppercat. on Friday, June 26, 2009 - 10:15 PM
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~*KeshaBear*~
Makesha Wood

 
Sincerest condolences from across the pond.  :(  Toxygene is one of my all-time favorite Orb songs.  Sending you all lots of love & kynd healing vibes during this difficult time.
~Kesha

 
Posted by ~*KeshaBear*~ on Friday, June 26, 2009 - 11:27 PM
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adrian
adrian cavanagh

 
I was very sorry to here this, my heart goes out to all his friends and family.
 
Posted by adrian on Saturday, June 27, 2009 - 12:16 AM
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Sun Electric

 
R.I.P Andy
 
Posted by Sun Electric on Sunday, June 28, 2009 - 1:53 PM
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Ebbsson

 
"all my trials will soon be over"

 
Posted by Ebbsson on Sunday, June 28, 2009 - 6:59 PM
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Color & Learn Series by John Zoller
John Zoller

 
sorry to hear !  Peace & Love

 
Posted by Color & Learn Series by John Zoller on Monday, June 29, 2009 - 1:32 AM
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Dynamoe

 
Rest in peace dear friend

Giovanni of Dynamoe

 
Posted by Dynamoe on Tuesday, June 30, 2009 - 9:20 AM
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vine

 
i wish all of his family and friends the best. 

 
Posted by vine on Tuesday, June 30, 2009 - 5:04 PM
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BEING

 
sad to say goodbye mate.. was so looking forward to catching up this year
peace on the other side and kind regards to your family

vincent

 
Posted by BEING on Friday, July 03, 2009 - 8:40 PM
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Ceciloid

 
R.I.P Andy...

He is now Adventuring beyond the Ultraworld...

Rest in Peace...

 
Posted by Ceciloid on Sunday, July 05, 2009 - 9:49 PM
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Papangue Project

 
Very sad to learn that…
 
Posted by Papangue Project on Tuesday, July 07, 2009 - 4:04 AM
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pt

 
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
xo
xo 

xo 

 
Posted by pt on Thursday, July 09, 2009 - 6:55 AM
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Bandarlog

 
His music has had a big influence on my life.  I will never forget.

 
Posted by Bandarlog on Thursday, July 09, 2009 - 10:20 PM
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DTI+Hypercube

 
Dear Friend ... thanks for sharing many unforgettable moments. we love you and will never forget you

Rodrigo

 
Posted by DTI+Hypercube on Sunday, July 12, 2009 - 8:24 PM
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nairB

 
"ELECTRONIC MUSIC ENGINEER/PRODUCER GENIUS"  it's true, he really was.  this is very sad.  I am grateful he existed here.

 
Posted by nairB on Monday, September 21, 2009 - 2:49 AM
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Matt

 
Andy was a friend of all man.  May the flames of his funerary pyre be seen from space and harken his coming to the next spiritual plain.  

I can't wait to hear what you've got in store for us in the next life dear Andy.  We miss you :(

 
Posted by Matt on Monday, October 12, 2009 - 5:11 AM
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