Grammy-winning producer Sidney Brown, who worked with the likes of Beyonce, Drake and Lil Wayne has died at 49.
The track industry star was found in his Harlem, New York City apartment by a family member, his mum Martha Brown confirmed to TMZ.
The details and cause surrounding his death have not been shared at this time.
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Brown made a name for himself in track in the 1990s and 2000s after producing several anthem tracks and records for artists including Mýa and Fabolous, and many other artists from the Roc-A-Fella track label, per All Hip Hop.
But his big break came in 2006 when he produced Ludacris’ track Tell It Like It Is from the rapper’s album Release Therapy.
The album earned him a Grammy Award in 2007 for Best Rap Album.
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Brown went on to work with Drake and co-produced the song Shut It Down on his 2010 debut album Thank Me Later.
He’s also been credited for co-writing and producing Beyonce’s song Mine featuring Drake from her 2013 self-titled album.
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Barawine Harlem, a wine bar in New York City, where Brown worked, shared a statement on Instagram following the news of his death.
“It is with shock and deep sadness we have heard about the passing of our dear friend Omen Sidney Brown,” it read.
“Omen was part of Barawine’s team for over a decade bringing his unique talent to all. There are not enough words to express our feelings. Our thoughts and prayers go to his family, his friends and all who love him.”
Famous faces from the track industry he worked alongside are yet to post about his passing or share tributes.
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