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Juan Atkins, a pioneer of techno music, passed away at 64, leaving a significant legacy in electronic music. His influence is acknowledged by artists like Kevin Saunderson and Carl Cox. Atkins was found unconscious in his hotel room before a scheduled performance and later pronounced dead. He co-founded the Belleville Three and created the iconic track "Clear" with Cybotron, which shaped the Detroit electronic scene. His work inspired many producers and crossed into pop music. Atkins continued to perform globally and recently revived his Cybotron project before his untimely death.