Dot Rotten, rapper and grime pioneer, dies aged 37

• Grime pioneer and rapper Dot Rotten has passed away at the age of 37.
• Born Joseph Ellis, he was widely recognised for his 2012 hit single "Overload".
• Throughout his career, he collaborated with notable artists including Ed Sheeran, Cher Lloyd, and Chip.
• Dot Rotten was also nominated for the prestigious BBC's Sound of 2012 award.
• Tributes have begun to emerge, with his music manager Bouncer Play Dirty sharing condolences on Instagram.

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Dot Rotten death: Rapper and grime artist dies aged 37