Danielle Moore, the lead vocalist of Crazy P, has died suddenly at the age of 52 – tributes are being paid from across the music industry.
The news was announced by Moore’s bandmates earlier today (September 2), who shared a collective statement online and told fans that the singer’s death was both “sudden and tragic”.
“We are devastated to announce the unbelievable and shocking news that our beautiful Danielle Moore has died in sudden and tragic circumstances. This happened on Friday afternoon August 30th,” the update read.
“We cannot believe the news ourselves and we know it will be the same for all of you. She gave us so much and we love her so much. Our hearts are broken. We need time to process that this has happened. Danielle lived a life driven by love compassion community and music. She lived the biggest of lives. We will miss her with all our hearts X”
Raised in Manchester, Moore was one of the most successful and influential female vocalists in the UK dance music scene, and rose to fame as the frontwoman for Crazy P.
Formed by Chris Todd and Jim Baron in 1995, Moore joined the group as a vocalist in 2002, along with bassist Tim Davies and percussionist Mav Kendricks. The group made a name for themselves by creating a signature blend of house, disco and soul, and released a total of seven studio albums, toured the world together and also went on to share several remix albums.
Hit singles included 2011’s ‘Eruption’ and 2015’s ‘Like A Fool’, and the band also shared a live concert album following a huge tour in Australia.
Following news of Moore’s passing, countless names from across the industry have come forward to pay their respects.
“One of the most beautiful souls has left us. The brilliant Danielle Moore of Crazy P has died suddenly and she has taken so much light with her,” wrote Róisín Murphy. “One of the best in music, an amazing person and an amazing singer, performer and songwriter. I know there will be a great sense of loss and mourning across our community. She touched everybody she met with light and love. Sending sincerest condolences to those friends and family closest to her. I, like so many, loved and admired her.”
Faithless’ Sister Bliss – who toured with Crazy P in 2005 and 2006 – added: “Shocked to hear tragic news about the lovely & talented Danielle Moore @crazypmusic who supported @faithless on our tour back in the day & had pleasure of sharing the stage with so recently … they were going from strength to strength Just awful.”
One of the most beautiful souls has left us. The brillant Danielle Moore of Crazy P has died suddenly and she has taken so much light with her. One of the best in music, an amazing person and an amazing singer, performer and songwriter. I know there will be a great sense of loss… pic.twitter.com/pgJ1ztxkqQ
— Róisín Murphy (@roisinmurphy) September 2, 2024
Shocked to hear tragic news about the lovely & talented Danielle Moore @crazypmusic who supported @faithless on our tour back in the day & had pleasure of sharing the stage with so recently … they were going from strength to strength Just awful.
Rest in Power lady
— sister bliss (@thesisterbliss) September 2, 2024
Rowetta – who was a close friend of Moore and vocalist for the likes of Peter Hook & The Light and Happy Mondays – also took to social media. “One of the most beautiful people I’ve ever met,” she began.
“Danielle only messaged me last week. An incredible talent with the biggest heart. Really does hurt to think I won’t see you again. Too many tears. Sending my condolences & love to her family, loved ones & Crazy P.”
The Blessed Madonna also shared a message, writing that she sends “Love and strength to all who surrounded her”, while Defected Records described the artist as “a force of nature — a beacon of joy, energy, and creativity who lit up every stage and room that she graced.”
One of the most beautiful people I’ve ever met.
Danielle only messaged me last week.
An incredible talent with the biggest heart.
Really does hurt to think I won’t see you again.
Too many tears
Sending my condolences & love to her family, loved ones & Crazy P pic.twitter.com/iNzKZuvlGU
— Rowetta (@Rowetta) September 2, 2024
Terrible news of the loss of Danielle Moore. Love and strength to all who surrounded her.
— The Blessed Madonna (@Blessed_Madonna) September 2, 2024
We are devastated to hear of the passing of Danielle Moore of Crazy P
More than just a singer, Danielle was a force of nature — a beacon of joy, energy, and creativity who lit up every stage and room that she graced. Her passion for music was palpable, and it resonated with… pic.twitter.com/m8cuI6yrLz
— Defected Records (@DefectedRecords) September 2, 2024
Find more tributes to the singer below.
So, so sad to hear that the amazing Danielle Moore has left us. She was just the best; thee definition of a beautiful human being. Heartbreaking. pic.twitter.com/IeuMYk3QI1
— Optimo (Espacio) (@JDTwitch) September 2, 2024
So shocked and saddened. This hurts
RIP Danielle Moore the voice of @crazypmusic
Thoughts go out to all of her loved ones pic.twitter.com/B2eCsw3Htb
— Seamus Haji (@seamushaji) September 2, 2024
R.I.P Danielle Moore of Crazy P https://t.co/XTH3c6Bqpf
— terry christian (@terrychristian) September 2, 2024
Heartbreaking news about Danielle Moore,an icon and legend of the scene and the greatest of performers, always had the crowd in the palm of her hand, we had the pleasure of hosting Danielle back in June and she was the most down to earth/humble person you would wish to meet. pic.twitter.com/ntaBJYxGW2
— Connor Gunnigle (@Connorgunnigle) September 2, 2024
Terrible news about the passing of Danielle Moore from Crazy P, one of the great unsung house music bands of our time.
After loving the band for two decades, I finally interviewed them in May at BMC. Danii was so lovely, a great interviewee as well as an amazing performer. RIP x pic.twitter.com/MBG78v3LzH
— Carl Loben (@CarlLoben) September 2, 2024
Absolutely devastating to hear of Danielle Moore’s death. Just doesn’t compute. She was such an amazing human being, a brilliant performer and just steeped in fun and life and sparkle. What a huge loss this is.
My heart goes out to all her family and friends
— Guy Hornsby (@GuyHornsby) September 2, 2024
RIP Danielle Moore of Crazy P. There was a period where your music was in my life daily for years like a comfort in the booth and on the dance floor. You have made a great mark on dance and electronic music. Condolences to the guys and the Crazy P family. https://t.co/Knge30UTts
— Drew Kramer (@drew_ish) September 2, 2024
Really upset to hear about the passing of Danielle Moore from Crazy P. Such a lovely, talented person and a friend to many. Fond memories of their sets at festivals in Croatia years ago. Love to her family and bandmates x
— ld ldn (@LDLDN) September 2, 2024
Shocking news on the passing of Danielle Moore of Crazy P. Faith’s thoughts are with her friends and family at this time. RIP pic.twitter.com/nBNmQRSwcK
— Faith Fanzine (@FaithFanzine) September 2, 2024
This is profoundly upsetting news. Danielle was an absolutely incredible singer and always had amazing stage presence each and every time we got to see Crazy P. Such a tragic loss pic.twitter.com/xqqXa7wwtw
— Arran Seaton (@arranseaton) September 2, 2024
Can honestly say Danielle singing and DJing as part of the Crazy P Sound System at Pikes was one of the best nights of my life.
Loved everything they did. It’s truly tragic news.
Rest in peace and thank you for all the wonderful music. pic.twitter.com/o8BbHVJr96
— Shanté Kelly (DannyKelly on Bluesky, it’s good!) (@DanKelly72) September 2, 2024
Rest in peace Danielle Moore super saddened to hear this, only got to speak with her a few times in my life but the effect that her and Crazy P left on me is priceless , thanks for the magic
— Mosco (@moscoman) September 2, 2024
I’m heartbroken to hear of the sudden passing of Danielle Moore from @crazypmusic . She was a massive inspiration to me as a singer & DJ & to anyone else who loved, performed, & spun disco music. Sending eternal love & hugs to her loved ones, bandmates, friends, & disco fam. pic.twitter.com/5zPuUmTmei
— Rose Corps (pronounced “Rose Core”) (@rosecorpsmusic) September 2, 2024
One of her last interviews took place last year, when she spoke to Disco Pogo about her time in the music industry.
“I’m 52 this year, and I sometimes find myself up against the idea that I’m not ‘steady’ or ‘settled’. I’ve experienced more than a few raised eyebrows. But I know I’m so lucky with my life,” she told the outlet. “Would I swap those travels and memories and music for anything? Would I fuck!”
Before then, she recalled how supporting Faithless in 2005 had a profound impact on her group, and claimed that their last album – 2019’s ‘Age of the Ego’ – was “probably the most proud I am of an album, lyrically speaking” (via The Guardian).
This is a developing story.
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