Thinking about everyone affected today by the sudden and tragic loss of Rob Picton — words truly fall short in capturing the magnitude of what the Cardiff music community, the UK drum and bass scene,

Thinking about everyone affected today by the sudden and tragic loss of Rob Picton — words truly fall short in capturing the magnitude of what the Cardiff music community, the UK drum and bass scene, and Rob’s loved ones are going through. This is not just a moment of mourning; it’s the kind of loss that sends shockwaves through every venue, record store, studio, and circle of friends that Rob ever touched.

Rob Picton wasn’t just another name in the scene — he was a heartbeat in it. A presence. A connector. Whether you knew him from the decks, the dancefloor, behind the scenes, or simply from a passing conversation at a rave, you knew you were in the company of someone who lived and breathed the culture. He was a true soldier of sound — someone who gave his time, his energy, and his soul to making the music and the community around it better, stronger, and more inclusive.

The Cardiff scene, tight-knit and fiercely proud, has lost one of its own today. And it’s a heavy, collective grief. Those who’ve built nights, shared stages, danced ‘til sunrise, and planned tomorrow’s big ideas over pints — they all know what Rob brought to the table. He was part of the glue that kept things together. He was someone you looked forward to seeing, someone who elevated the energy of a room just by being there. Losing Rob isn’t just losing a friend or fellow DJ — it’s losing a pillar.

And it’s not just Cardiff. The whole DnB scene across the UK, and even beyond, feels this. Rob’s influence, support, and sheer love for drum and bass transcended boundaries. He championed the underground. He uplifted others. He knew the roots of the sound but always pushed forward, never gatekeeping, always evolving. He made space for people, both musically and emotionally. That kind of generosity is rare, and it’s irreplaceable.

Today, we mourn. We feel the absence. We remember the sets that went off, the laughter in green rooms, the long nights turned into longer friendships. We hold onto the moments that Rob gave us — the inspiration, the camaraderie, the belief that music can still change lives.

To everyone hurting today: your grief is valid. You are not alone. Whether you were close to Rob or simply admired his energy from afar, this loss hits deep. It’s okay to feel broken, confused, and heartbroken. Rob meant something — a lot — to so many people, and the hole he leaves behind is felt collectively.

Sending massive love and strength to Rob’s family, his closest friends, his crew, and everyone who shared in this journey with him. Your pain is immense, and we hold you in our thoughts as you navigate this devastating time.

Let’s honour Rob not just with words, but with actions — by playing the tunes louder, by checking in on one another, by supporting local scenes and emerging artists, by building community in the way he so effortlessly did. Let’s keep his spirit alive in the rhythm, in the basslines, in every dancefloor that dares to believe in something bigger than itself.

Rest in power, Rob Picton. You’ll never be forgotten. Your legacy lives on in every beat that drops and every heart you touched. 🖤

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