A Manchester nightclub is set to host a special gig and fundraiser in the memory of a DJ who died in a tragic crash last year. Lewis Simpson, whose stage name was Noxxic, died after a crash with a lorry in Salford on 20 November.
The 25-year-old, who was well known in the Manchester drum and bass scene, was travelling on his bike along Albion Way when he was struck by the vehicle.
Emergency services rushed to the scene which occurred at the roundabout with M602 and A57 Regent Road. Paramedics attempted to treat Lewis but he could not be saved.
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Following his death, his family paid tribute to their “beloved son” who they said “was so excited about what the future held.”
“Our beloved son Lewis was a talented and ambitious man, who had so many plans and dreams for the future” they said in a statement issued through Greater Manchester Police (GMP). “At home, he was an endlessly cheeky, and loving son who valued family time with his mum, Michaela, dad, Ian and siblings, Evan and Elise, especially around a Sunday lunch.
“With his many, many friends, he was a loyal and trusted companion and a collaborator on many musical journeys. The hundreds of messages we have received, all have the same themes of his funny and loving personality, his dedicated and loyal friendship, and his generosity with his musical talents – supporting many other fellow artists on their journeys.
“Lewis had only graduated this summer with a First-Class Honours degree in Electronic Music Production, and was so excited about what the future held.”
“Lewis will leave a massive hole in the lives of many, but he achieved more in his short life than many do in 70 years, and we know he knew every day just how much he was loved and how proud we his family are of him.”
The gig will take place at Kable on Wakefield Street on January 17. All the proceeds from the event will go towards mental health charity, Mind. Tickets can be purchased here.