Teklife, a Chicago footwork group, severs relationship with DJ Taye

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Chicago-based footwork and juke collective Teklife has recently announced that they have parted ways with their former member DJ Taye, real name Dante Sanders. The decision was made after the group found out some “disturbing” news about Sanders, which has not been disclosed to the public.

Teklife shared the news on their official Instagram account, telling fans that they do not condone any actions similar to what they’ve learned involving one of their members. Sanders had been working with Teklife since 2010, and was anointed as its youngest member in the past. He had been working closely with founding members DJ Spinn, Traxman, and DJ Rashad before the latter’s passing.

The collective’s statement read: “In light of the nature of these allegations and to prioritize the safety and wellbeing of our other group members who are not involved, we have made the decision to part ways with DJ Taye. We sincerely wish him the best and hope that he receives the necessary support and assistance to overcome his challenges.”

The news has left some Teklife fans in shock as DJ Taye was a part of the group for a long time, and was seen as a significant figure in the growth of footwork in the music industry. Sanders’ change in social media bio to “inactive! this was a fun project while it lasted” also sparked concerns among his followers and supporters.

DJ Taye was only 16-years-old when he started collaborating with Teklife and the record label when the group was previously known as GhettoTeknitianz. He has been a notable figure in the footwork industry, with his upbeat tracks and unique spin on the genre gaining recognition from music publications and fans alike.

In the Chicago footwork music legacy timeline, Teklife has made a significant contribution to the genre’s growth and development. DJs and producers in the collective have come together to create a new wave of footwork tunes that incorporate the Chicagoan energy and style. In an interview by Mixmag, the group discussed their contributions, while contrasting their style with other electronic music genres.

Chicago footwork music is known for its fast-paced rhythms and frenzied beats. It’s a genre that gained momentum in the early 2000s and quickly became well-known in the music industry. DJ Taye’s addition to the Teklife collective and his contributions to the genre will not be forgotten, but his departure has evidently caused a stir in the community.

Teklife and Sanders have been approached by Mixmag for comment regarding the issue, but they have yet to respond. However, supporters and fans of both the group and DJ Taye hope that everyone involved will find peace and solace as the issue continues to unfold.