Danielle Moore, the frontwoman of electronic group Crazy P, has died aged 52. The band shared the “unbelievable and shocking news” in a statement posted on Instagram.
“We are devastated to announce the unbelievable and shocking news that our beautiful Danielle Moore has died in sudden and tragic circumstances,” the post read.
The post did not detail how Moore died but paid tribute to the singer who “lived a life driven by love compassion community and music”.
“We cannot believe the news ourselves and we know it will be the same for all of you. She gave us so much and we love her so much,” it continued.
“Our hearts are broken. We need time to process that this has happened.
“Danielle lived a life driven by love compassion community and music. She lived the biggest of lives. We will miss her with all our hearts.”
The group recently supported Róisín Murphy on tour. Writing on social media, Murphy paid tribute to Moore, who she called “an amazing person and an amazing singer, performer and songwriter”.
“I know there will be a great sense of loss and mourning across our community,” she posted, alongside a photo of them together.
“She touched everybody she met with light and love. Sending sincerest condolences to those friends and family closest to her. I, like so many, loved and admired her.”
The Times’ Ed Potton previously called Crazy P “the ideal festival band” who had “a certain lawless streak” thanks to their frontwoman.
“Crazy P are one such band, built to slay intoxicated hordes with their tight blend of funk, house and disco,” he wrote.
“In Danielle Moore the Nottingham outfit have a frontwoman who combines the voice of a soul diva, the moves of a burlesque dancer and the wit of a nightclub compere.”
A Life Dedicated to Music
Danielle Moore, the expressive and charismatic frontwoman of house and disco group Crazy P, has died suddenly aged 52, the band have announced.
Moore, who joined Crazy P as a vocalist in 2002, died on Friday 30 August. A cause of death has not been disclosed.
“We are devastated to announce the unbelievable and shocking news that our beautiful Danielle Moore has died in sudden and tragic circumstances,” the statement said.
“We cannot believe the news ourselves and we know it will be the same for all of you. She gave us so much and we love her so much. Our hearts are broken.”
The statement continued: “We need time to process that this has happened. Danielle lived a life driven by love, compassion, community and music. She lived the biggest of lives. We will miss her with all our hearts.”
Crazy P's Rise to Fame
Formed in 1995 at the University of Nottingham by Chris Todd and James Baron, Crazy P rose to prominence on the UK’s club circuit, with Moore joining seven years later along with bassist Tim Davies and Mav Kendricks on keys.
Together they released several albums including 2002’s The Wicked is Music, which notably starred Moore on its album cover in front of the Manchester Apollo.
She also starred on the cover art of their first 7-inch record, If Life Could Be This Way, which was released during lockdown in 2022.
“The cover image shows me as a kid, sitting on our avenue wall with lads I hung out with,” she recalled. “I look cheeky and have a plaster on my knee, pretty standard. That photograph represents a lot of things to me, with one being my love of getting dirty.
“I’m so proud of the single, and I’m so proud of the image. It connects so many elements of my personal history together.”
From Manchester Clubbing to Global Stages
Moore was raised in a working-class family outside of Manchester, where she would later be introduced to the city’s thriving club culture aged 18.
“I had my really seminal dancefloor moments there,” she said in an interview with Disco Pogo magazine. “I could dance how I wanted and feel so myself.”
She recalled one night where she was observing the only other woman on the dancefloor moving as enthusiastically as she was, only to realise upon approaching her that it was her reflection in the club’s mirror.
Moore said she had received “more than a few raised eyebrows” for not “settling down... but I know I’m so lucky with my life,” she said. “Would I swap those travels and memories and music for anything? Would I f***!”
For her, performing was “everything”, she was quoted as saying in her live agency bio. “When I’m performing, I feel like I’ve stepped into my alter ego and am able to take on any mood. It’s very empowering to become detached from my own slightly vulnerable self.”
A Legacy of Music and Activism
In recent years, Moore had begun writing increasingly political lyrics in which she condemned self-serving politicians and celebrities, and campaigned instead for taxes on billionaires and repercussions for “the people who have ravaged this country”.
News of her death prompted an outpouring of tributes on social media.
“We can’t believe it,” DJ and producer Mr Scruff wrote. “We love Dani and we love you.”
“Dani was simply the best of us,” Ralph Lawson of the Leeds record label 2020 Vision said. “A truly wonderful human being. In a state of shock and finding it very hard to process or even write anything right now, but sending you all my utmost love and support.”
A Life Celebrated: Remembering Danielle Moore
Danielle Moore's sudden passing is a profound loss to the music world, leaving behind a legacy of vibrant music and passionate activism. Her infectious energy and powerful voice graced stages worldwide, captivating audiences with her unique blend of soul, funk, and disco. But beyond the stage, Moore was a beacon of love and compassion, a true advocate for social justice and community. Her unwavering spirit and fearless pursuit of her artistic vision will continue to inspire countless others, ensuring that her music and message live on.
The outpouring of tributes from fellow musicians, fans, and those who knew her personally, is a testament to the impact she had on their lives. The music world mourns the loss of a talented artist and a truly exceptional human being. As we remember Danielle Moore, we also celebrate her remarkable life and the indelible mark she left on the world.
