Grime pioneer Terror Danjah has passed away.
The news of the producer's death has been verified by various sources; his real name was Rodney Pryce. It is believed that he suffered a stroke a few years prior and faced several health challenges during that time.
As one of grime's most influential beat makers, Terror Danjah played a crucial role in defining the genre's sound during its early days. Known for his distinctive ‘gremlin’ sound, he could transition from intense, harsh beats to more melodic and soulful tracks.
Much of his work from that foundational period remained widely used, as numerous MCs incorporated his beats into radio performances, laying the groundwork for grime's inception.
In collaboration with the respected electronic label Planet Mu, the 2009 album ‘Gremlinz’ compiled many of those powerful beats and marked the beginning of a lasting creative alliance between the label and the artist.
While he was often linked with the gritty 140 bpm sound of grime, Terror Danjah also exhibited a gentler side, favoring soulful vocals and merging square wave electronics with R&B sounds in his Rhythm & Grime productions.
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Terror Danjah’s death has sparked sorrow among many prominent figures in modern British electronic music.
DJ and broadcaster Logan Sama expressed, “Few have reached out to and empowered as many emerging artists as Terror Danjah did. He had a genuine passion for music and for people, and I greatly admire him.”
MC and TV host Big Zuu remembered his long-time friend, saying: “Rest In Peace Terror Danjah, a truly kind individual who always had time for others and wanted to see us succeed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.”
Plastician remarked: “RIP Terror Danjah. It’s sad to see this news. He was an incredibly talented producer and a wonderful person. His work is always in my collection and will remain there.”
Additional tributes include:
RIP Terror Danjah 🕊️ One of the initial producers who opened my eyes to grime as an art form. He has one of the greatest discographies in the genre. pic.twitter.com/sfcVjwnDPQ— DaMetalMessiah (@DaMetalMessiah_) February 11, 2025
Check out an extensive interview with Terror Danjah in the CLASH archive.
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Grime pioneer Terror Danjah has passed away. Multiple sources have confirmed the news of the producer's death; his real name was Rodney Pryce.