Keith Flint, Lead Singer of The Prodigy, Dies at 49

The star sang lead vocals on the band’s number one singles, ‘Breathe’ and ‘Firestarter’.

Keith Flint, lead singer of dance-electronic band The Prodigy, was found dead at his home near London on Monday, 4 March. He was 49.

His death was confirmed by the band in a statement. Essex Police said the death is not being treated as suspicious.

Flint was the stage persona of the band, whose hits ‘Firestarter’ and ‘Breathe’ fused techno, break-beat and acid house music.

The energetic frontman was also known for his distinctive look, black eyeliner and hair spiked into two horns.

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