Faithless lead vocalist Maxi Jazz dies at age of 65

Faithless’s lead vocalist, Maxi Jazz, who has also performed with the likes of Tiesto, Dido, Robbie Williams, and Jamiroquai, has died at 65. The cause of death has not been shared.

Born Maxwell Fraser in Brixton, London in 1957, Jazz began his music career performing solo poetry gigs before teaming up with Sister Bliss and Rollo to form Faithless in 1995.

Sister Bliss in a Twitter post, said: "Sending love to all of you who shared our musical journey. Look after each other. "


The band first found success overseas, with their track Salva Mea becoming a club anthem throughout Europe. They finally cracked the UK top 10 in late 1996 when Insomnia reached number four and remained in the chart for two months.

Three further hits - Don't Leave, God is a DJ and We Come 1 - also made the top 10 before September 2001's massive number one single Muhammad Ali brought Faithless to an even wider audience. Ali and We Come 1 were both nominated for Brit awards for best British single in 2002. Ali - which sampled a speech given by the boxing legend shortly before his death - also made the shortlist for best British video at that year's MTV Awards.

Faithless was among the UK's most successful acts of the 1990s and 2000s, with eight top 10 singles in a six-year period.

On Facebook, the group wrote that they are heartbroken to say Maxi Jazz died last night. He changed our lives in so many ways.

They also wrote that he gave proper meaning and message to their music.


The group further added that he was a lovely human being. His wisdom was both profound and accessible. It was a great honour and a true pleasure to work with him.
Not only was he a brilliant lyricist, a DJ, and a Buddhist, but also had a magnificent stage presence to work with. He also loved cars. He was an endless talker, a beautiful person, a moral compass for many, and a genius at his art.

FAQs:

1. What is Maxi Jazz’s real name?
   Maxi Jazz’s real name is Maxwell Fraser.
2. Who are the other members of Maxi Jazz’s Band Faithless?
   Faithless, which was formed in 1995, comprised core members Rollo, Sister Bliss and Maxi Jazz.