Philip Jeck, acclaimed British experimental composer, dies aged 69

Jeck was celebrated for his use of dilapidated vinyl records and players, across 12 albums and numerous collaborations

Philip Jeck, the experimental British composer who deployed sampling and DJing to highly imaginative ends, has died aged 69 after a short illness.

The founders of Touch, the record label that released his music, announced the news, writing that Jeck was a remarkable man and a wonderful artist," and that he has been one of the kingpins of our work for 30 years. But with Philip it was never just the work, more the love, the spirit and the dedication. He touched so many with his wit, his zest for life and his wisdom."