DJ Funk, a legendary pioneer of ghetto house, passed away at the age of 54. Although the cause of death has not been made public, the Chicago-bred producer, Charles Chambers, was battling with stage four cancer.
“He was one of the pioneers of the sound we call ghetto house music in Chicago. We love and miss you my brother, and I won’t let our sound die,” DJ Slugo said in a statement.
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In order to raise money for Chambers’ burial before the producer passed away, the family described Chambers’ medical condition in their GoFundMe effort, which was started last month. Of the $40,000 target, the campaign has raised $34,668 as of Friday morning, March 7.
“Dj Funk, a talented artist who has brought so much joy and inspiration to so many through his music, is now facing the heartbreaking reality of planning for his final farewell,” explained the family.
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“He has been bravely battling stage 4 cancer and now doesn’t have much longer left. We are raising $10,000 to cover funeral arrangements and give him the tribute he deserves. This is a challenging time for the family and any support you can provide, whether through donations or sharing this post would mean the world to us. Thank you.”
