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Kavinsky, French Producer and DJ Behind ‘Drive’ Opening Song ‘Nightcall,’ Dies at 50

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Kavinsky, French Producer and DJ Behind ‘Drive’ Opening Song ‘Nightcall,’ Dies at 50
Jul 29, 2026 2:52am PT Kavinsky, French Producer and DJ Behind ‘Drive’ Opening Song ‘Nightcall,’ Dies at 50

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Elsa Keslassy

International Correspondent

@elsakeslassy See All PARIS, FRANCE - JUNE 20: Kavinsky performs live on stage during the Festiv4L Signé Renault Festival at Chalet des Iles on June 20, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by Kristy Sparow/Getty Images) Getty Images

Kavinsky, the French electro music producer and DJ whose hypnotic anthem “Nightcall” became a cult classic after opening Nicolas Winding Refn’s 2011 film “Drive,” died on Tuesday. He was 50.

The artist was found dead at his Paris home on Tuesday evening. Authorities have opened an investigation into the circumstances of his death, though no foul play has been reported. French media said the musician had complained of headaches in the days leading up to his death, according to Reuters.

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