Tributes have poured in for The Prodigy singer Keith Flint after his death at age 49.
The band released an official statement. It reads: "It is with deepest shock and sadness that we can confirm the death of our brother and best friend Keith Flint. A true pioneer, innovator and legend. He will be forever missed. We thank you for respecting the privacy of all concerned at this time."
Radio DJ Jo Whiley wrote on Twitter: "Oh this is sad news. The death of Keith Flint. Whenever our paths crossed he was an absolute sweetheart. Really lovely. Incredible iconic frontman with a soft centre."
"One of the best live performers and shows I’ve ever seen. Forever an inspiration," wrote Wolf Alice bassist Theo Ellis.
A statement from the band Chase & Status wrote: "Absolutely devastated to hear the tragic news that the legend Keith Flint from @the_prodigy has passed away. Our thoughts & condolences are with all his friends and family. We wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for Keith and the life changing music they made and championed."
"Keith Flint you bloody legend. The Prodigy were one of the first big bands we supported years ago and Keith single-handedly shattered my presumption that big stars would have an arrogance and aloofness about them. He was so welcoming, sweet and passionate," wrote Rou Reynolds, the lead vocalist of Enter Shikari.
The “Firestarter” singer was reportedly found dead at his home in Dunmow, Essex. Police are still at Flint’s house although the death is not being treated as suspicious.
An Essex Police spokesman told The Sun: “We were called to concerns for the welfare of a man at an address in Brook Hill, North End, just after 8.10am on Monday
“We attended and, sadly, a 49-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been informed.
“The death is not being treated as suspicious and a file will be prepared for the coroner.”
East of England Ambulance services were called to the scene where a man was initially found unconscious. An ambulance was sent but the person was pronounced dead at the scene.
Producer Liam Howlett formed The Prodigy in 1990, with Flint, along with fellow singer and dancer Leeroy Thornhill, later joining the group. They quickly became one of Britain's most popular electronic music groups, with their record Music for the Jilted Generation reaching number one on the UK album charts.
