DJ Funk, influential Chicago music pioneer, has died

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DJ Funk, a pioneer of "ghetto house" music, has died at 54. His friend DJ Slugo confirmed the news, highlighting Funk's influence on Chicago's music scene. Funk's family recently started a GoFundMe to cover funeral costs. He was battling stage 4 cancer before his death. Known for tracks like "Run" and "Work Dat Body," Funk significantly impacted house music in the late '80s and early '90s. His work influenced artists, including Daft Punk.


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