Dance Music Community Remembers CharlestheFirst After Tragic Passing – [Read]

Friends and fans of CharlestheFirst take it to social media to express both sadness and gratitude after learning of the artist’s passing. 

Beloved DJ and producer CharlestheFirst unexpectedly passed away last Friday morning as he was preparing to play his highly-anticipated show at The Caverns in Tennessee. His passing was undoubtedly a massive blow to those close to him and the dance music community as a whole.

Real name Charles Elias Ingalls, CharlestheFirst passed away at just 25 years old with a budding career ahead of him. The musician made up a third of the electronic music group, Lab Group, along with potions and Supertask. Charles often worked closely alongside Tsuruda, Of The Trees, Tiedye Ky, CloZee, and many other leaders in the underground bass music scene. 

CharlestheFirst was slated to play several major festivals going into the new year including Lights All Night, Okeechobee, and Electric Forest. Just this year he released his ‘Solus’ album, a thirteen track collection of his most impressive work yet. 

Its been been heartbreaking for Charles’ friends and fans to come to terms with his passing. However, many have taken this time as an opportunity for remembering the positive impact he had on the world. 

Whether through his friendship, music, or his even his remarkable outlook on life, it’s evident countless people have been deeply touched by Charles’ life. After news spread of his passing, a mural was painted in Venice Beach to honor him, and countless fans and loved ones stopped by to pay respects and sign their names.