British DJ and producer Randall McNeil, known as DJ Randall, died on July 31, 2024, at 54. A representative confirmed the news to Resident Advisor.

Born in east London, Randall was a central figure in the shift from acid house to hardcore, jungle and drum'n'bass in the 1990s. Alongside Fabio and Grooverider, he helped define the genre's language and became known as the godfather of breakbeat.

He founded Mac2 Recordings and played regularly at clubs including London's Blue Note. His mixing style, with long transitions and precise selection, influenced DJs such as Andy C.

His death prompted tributes from artists and figures across the British bass scene. Randall continued to perform and was regarded as one of the most influential DJs in drum'n'bass history.