La inesperada muerte de Jóhann Jóhannson la semana pasada tomó por sorpresa a todos. Con 48 años recién cumplidos, el islandés perdió la vida en el peak de su carrera, reconocido después de mucho tiempo en Hollywood gracias a sus premiadas bandas sonoras en «The Theory of Everything», «Sicario» o «Arrival», por nombrar algunas. Pero junto a los premios y buenas críticas, Johánnsson se ganó el derecho a ser uno de los compositores más influyentes del último tiempo, por lo que no ha sorprendido las innumerables muestras de cariño y respeto que han surgido en redes sociales los últimos días por parte de sus colegas compositores. Daniel Pemberton, Hauschka, Nils Frahm, Michael Giacchino, fueron algunos de los que se despidieron de Johánnsson en redes sociales.
Devastated to hear about the tragic loss of Jóhann Jóhannson. Truly one of the greats – a visionary artist and kind soul. Sending our thoughts and deepest condolences to his family
— Benjamin Wallfisch (@benwallfisch) 10 de febrero de 2018
I can only express my deepest sadness about the loss of Jóhann – a wonderfully supportive colleague, a gifted composer & a friend. Sending my deepest condolence to his family. I have no doubt his outstanding music will resonate with me & in many others for our whole lives. pic.twitter.com/YMT9eXDW5T
— HAUSCHKA (@hauschkamusic) 12 de febrero de 2018
— Ólafur Arnalds (@OlafurArnalds) 11 de febrero de 2018
Johann Johannsson… pic.twitter.com/AIckkeAfd7
— Daniel Pemberton (@DANIELPEMBERTON) 10 de febrero de 2018
I’m saddned to hear of the passing of Johann Johannson. My thoughts are with his family, friends, and loved ones. https://t.co/7YmgoGBZ89
— Clint Mansell (@iamclintmansell) 10 de febrero de 2018
Awful news about Johann. His thoughtful and moving work survives him. Going to listen to the beautiful Virðulegu Forsetar now. https://t.co/MnD5zi7LJ6
— Max Richter (@maxrichtermusic) 10 de febrero de 2018
goodbye dear @JohannJohannss. thanks for all you brought into this world.
you will be greatly missed by all of us.https://t.co/E3aH987Y8G— nils frahm (@nilsfrahm) 11 de febrero de 2018
So sad
— Warren Ellis (@warrenellis13) 10 de febrero de 2018
Johan was a singular talent that has been lost far too soon. A visionary and groundbreaking composer, he paired incredible orchestral writing skills with a totally unique and original electronic approach.
— Tom Holkenborg (@Junkie_XL) 10 de febrero de 2018
So sad about this. I was lucky to have spent a few hours with him during an interview. I liked him very much. My deep sympathies to his family and friends. https://t.co/7g1cR8DWny
— Michael Giacchino (@m_giacchino) 11 de febrero de 2018
A unique voice, at once experimental and emotional, #JohannJohannsson was a great composer and a good spirit. A great loss.
— Carter Burwell (@carterburwell) 11 de febrero de 2018
RIP Jóhann Jóhannsson. Terrible loss. I’m sure the sounds he built will carry him to a lovely place. pic.twitter.com/xAkM56shw5
— CRISTO (@CristobalMusic) 10 de febrero de 2018
RIP Jóhann. Was an honour to know you and your music. An inspiration to us all. Thank you.
— Steven Price (@SteveBPrice) 10 de febrero de 2018
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