Neil Kymatik has died

[BUF!]

just wanted to add a message of sympathy to Neil's family and friends, many of whom I was with on wednesday, I'm very sorry for your loss.  

[Ya Mam]

Neil is someone im definitely going to remember forever, though i didnt know him very well we've been friends for at least 5 years .. always a person to stop and have a chat if in the street or at an event he was a great person who loved his friends and his music.. (as we all do, but with Neil you knew that he really really loved those things) this is really hard to put into words on here but as he was such a massive part of the forum it has to be done, not these words or even the message i sent to you emma can begin to describe the pain i feel about his passing..  the world has lost a gentleman, a great person and excellent musician, i feel proud to have known him. So long friend  

[Greg HighPressure]

 
a sad morning for Bristol....
Thinking of the legend....

when the time comes to celebrate his life, if anything at all is needed to do the event just say.

[Smokey (aka Quake)]

I'm really sorry to hear this. Carly told me last night that Neil had died and I really didn't know what to say...
I didn't know Neil at all well as I only met him a few times, I Dj'd before him once or twice or saw him out and about, but he always seemed like a really lovely, friendly bloke, always said hello in the street and always had a smile for you. 

I do remember the first time I met him though, it was about 5 in the morning on New Year's day a few years ago and Carly took me to a party at Belmont Road. I'd just come from Djing at Level and so I had my records with me. I didn't know many people there and was pretty drunk but I asked if I might be able to play some tunes and was introduced to Neil as I think it was his house. He was kind enough to let me on the decks and after I started playing old D&B and jungle records for a bit he came in and we played back to back for a few tunes.
All I remember was that we played about 5 or 6 tunes b2b and then I decided to get off the decks and just listen to him play instead as he was clearly murking it bigstyle    I figured I was too drunk to compete and I'd rather sit it out and just have a listen instead. From what I remember his set really revived the late night party crew and he drew for some proper big tunes that I hadn't heard in time. 
Anyway, I'm not really sure why I wanted to share that, but that meeting sticks in my mind.

Reading this thread and seeing all the lovely things everyone has to say about the guy, it is very clear indeed just how much of an impact he made on so many people, and he will clearly be very sadly missed indeed. I don't think there's really anything I can say that hasn't already been said, but my thoughts go out to you Emma, and all his friends and family.

x

[*Weasel*]

this is my fav pic of neil because he looks like such a pimp:



and



there are loads of great photos on that byte thread, including Diccon's ultimate bassface to Neil's set.

http://www.hijackbristol.co.uk/board/the-forum/the-byte-1st-birthday-weekender-last-weekend!-photos-video-up!/250/#lastPost

[Siege]

this is my fav pic of neil because he looks like such a pimp:

Thats my fav also, was going to hunt that pic down, thats me in the background, had such a laugh that night, Neil looked like he had skinned the cookie monster!

[De-Fi]

I can't say I was fortunate enough to have ever properly met Neil, but by all accounts he was an absolutely top bloke. This has still come as quite a shock.

I'm sure what has already said about him is only a minimal reflection on just how amazing he was.

My thoughts are with his friends, family and with you Pip!

 

[Monochrome]

 

[T-Sex]

I'm very sad. Neil was more than a great guy- so nice, friendly and happy all the time. There's a big rave somewhere and he is killing it right now. 

[Monochrome]

[sisteract]

I am Neil's eldest sister and writing on behalf of his family. There are many things we want to say but words are too difficult to find at the moment. He is (sorry I can't write 'was' yet) a beloved son, a truly excellent and loving brother and the worlds best uncle. We are all devastated and in complete shock by the suddeness of his passing. Today we have learnt of how little we knew about his life within the music scene and what we did know just scratches the surface. That is hard to take in. However we have all taken such strength and comfort from the torrent of kind and heartfelt words which have been written.

I want to write so much about our dear dear Neil but just can't as I am shaking too much.

What I do have to say is that we love you Neil and just as importantly, we love you Emma. Emma, you are part of our family and always will be and we are all desperate to see you and give you that big Schuyleman hug that you so need.

Thank you all for your words of comfort

Neil we all love you and we all hurt so much but believe you know that
Love Catherine

[Richard Carnage]

My thoughts go out to Em and Neil's family. As with a lot of people on here, I didn't really know Neil too well, but he was a thoroughly nice chap everytime we did come into contact. Sad news indeed. 

[Stigg [OSF]]

Only met the guy a couple of times, but he was really sound! RIP

[jim b]

I haven't seen Neil in years now, but I'm terribly saddened to read this.  I met him not long after he moved to Bristol, through Pete and a shared love for proper drum n bass.  I though he was a top, top bloke and I have many happy memories from partying with him - him playing at Pinch's Context night, bass worship at the first Subloaded, getting trashed at Hijack NYE parties...  I really wish I'd kept in touch with him since I left Bristol.

There's a 4 day electronic music festival on where I live, which I reckon Neil would have loved.  Tomorrow night there is plenty of dubstep - I'll be thinking of him while I skank.

 

[Byte]

I've got so many fond memories of Neil, not least of all the time inspired by the photo above. Due to a headliner being delayed Neil stepped in and played one of the best sets I have ever heard, the crowd were going wild. I remember how happy he was when he came off stage, he was so thrilled to have performed so well. It was moments like that which gave him a lot of joy and he was so generous in giving back his passion and enthusiasm to so many. He was always happy to get involved. That same weekend he played another set for four hours non-stop with similar skill and finesse, loving every minute of it. He was so supportive of me through the ups and downs and that is something I'll never forget and always be thankful to him for.

It's rare in life you get the chance to meet someone as warm-hearted and as lovely as Neil, and I'm exceptionally grateful I got that chance.

[SickMan D]

Just logged on and seen this I'm totally shocked my thoughts are with you Emma and Neils family at what must be horrible time, Neil was a top man always honest and so passionate about his music his 'Dubstep I up landlord' mixes were an inspiration and I know how buzzed he was about Soul Motive and the future.

A truly sad day for Bristol music.

[P to the D]

I am Neil's eldest sister and writing on behalf of his family. There are many things we want to say but words are too difficult to find at the moment. He is (sorry I can't write 'was' yet) a beloved son, a truly excellent and loving brother and the worlds best uncle. We are all devastated and in complete shock by the suddeness of his passing. Today we have learnt of how little we knew about his life within the music scene and what we did know just scratches the surface. That is hard to take in. However we have all taken such strength and comfort from the torrent of kind and heartfelt words which have been written.

I want to write so much about our dear dear Neil but just can't as I am shaking too much.

What I do have to say is that we love you Neil and just as importantly, we love you Emma. Emma, you are part of our family and always will be and we are all desperate to see you and give you that big Schuyleman hug that you so need.

Thank you all for your words of comfort

Neil we all love you and we all hurt so much but believe you know that
Love Catherine

Catherine, It means so much to me that you have adopted me into your family, as you can imagine a guy a special as Neil must have come from a pretty special family, and you all are amazing. I will be there on Sunday for hugs and tears and to give all my adopted Neices and nephew cuddles from me and on behalf of their dear uncle Neil, I can only imagine how you are all feeling, but I believe the shared love we had for wonderful Neil will get us through and make sure he lives on in all our hearts.

I too have taken lots of comfort from the messages and tributes, and thanks to ALL to have called and texted and PMed, I'm so proud of him for being who he was and bringing music and happiness to so many. It hasn't really sunk in, I don't think it ever will, that I won't be with my Soulmate anymore, though know in someway he will be with me always. He would be so happy that I am being so well looked after by all our friends who are arriving in busloads to my mums, through the agonising pain and grief, we have been consoling ourselves with listening to his music, talking about all the fun and the love we shared and ranting at how unfair it all is.

So I suggest all who loved him do the same, get together, put on his one of his mixes and crack open the Jack Daniels or Old Rosie, it's the best tribute to my beautiful boy x

[Jem]

I can't believe this. Neil always made time for a chat and had a smile for everyone wherever he was and regardless of who they were. One of the good ones.

I feel for everyone close to Neil, but of course especially you Emma - if you read this my thoughts and love are with you. x

edit: just saw your post about Old Rosie. Gonna have one for Neil now.

[Rory aka Loco]

It's been a long time since I had anything to do with the Bristol music scene and a few years since I first met and last saw Kymatik, he was a great guy and the sort of person that I would always enjoy talking to. He was so passionate about music and always great fun to dj alongside.

I am sure I have an old mixtape of his somewhere, I will dig it out and put it on repeat.

Love to all your family and friends,

Rory

[Scuba]

Just came in to say... he was a great guy. I lost a close friend suddenly a few years ago, it's hell but you get through it. Out to his friends and family.

[Sabrinal]

I don't really know what to say, I'm so shocked. My thoughts are with Neil's family, friends and especially you Emma. If there is anything I can do please let me know.

One of my first memories of Neil was the day I moved in to Belmont. He'd helped me with all my stuff, got my Dad a beer after moving everything, then stuck on some tunes and we chilled and had a chat. We then out to the Black Swan, and I remember thinking I knew I was gonna have fun living with him! He was such a nice bloke, one of the genuine nice guys. He welcomed me so much.

Love you Neil      

[kt.mo]

Holy shit.

I saw this on DOA and have been thrown for quite the loop.

Pippin, I cannot imagine what you're going through at the moment. Both you and Neil brought smiles to my face and good times to my days (and nights) and I truly enjoyed hanging around with and getting to know you both in my brief year in Bristol.

If there is anything I can do, please let me know.  I'm in NYC now and always have an open couch if you need a bit of time away... no questions asked you can stay as long as you want. 

I'm as close to speechless as I get....

 

[K Dark]

I cant believe it, I remember meeting you guys at Byte in Nottingham and i thought that he was very friendly, top bloke.

 A terrible loss to the music and fellow Dj's , my thoughts out to Pippin and family.

[Keira EOC]

The news that Neil has passed away has properly thrown me today I am so shocked and saddened by what has happened I haven't seen Neil for a couple of years but I remember him to be an adorable guy, and very passionate about music. He was actually one of the first person I ever met off Drum n Bass Arena, back in the days when he used to do Trisect at the Charlotte in Leicester.

He has obviously since gone on to make a huge mark in the Bristol, and Dubstep scenes .

My sincere condolonces go out to his friends and family, and Emma after reading your posts I have genuinely been in tears I can't even imagine what you must be going through - stay strong x

[Malkontent]

a top bloke. to echo many on here, any time i ran into him he was always ready to chat for a bit. best wishes to emma and his family 

[Dave Badger]

Didn't know Neil too well but whenever I saw him always had time for me and a quick chat, my condolences to you Emma and his family.

[Batman]

 

I will remember him ALWAYS, with a smile in his face.

[Tekton]

I will remember him ALWAYS, with a smile in his face.

true that.   

[Ironside]

straight love, honour and respect from my heart.

[Mc PM]

Very sad news indeed.

I met Neil some time ago in Leicester and ended up Mcing @ Trisect on numerous occasions.

Had some funny road trips with the bloke (one that stands out was getting mashed up in his stall at V festival the one year ) and funny evenings doing his Koollive show.

top bloke, talented DJ. will be sadly missed

was weird was just saying to our mate how i was trying to get in contact with him a few weeks ago to see how he was and now he's gone

RIP Kymatic

 

[Dub Studio]

Only met Neil once at a party and he came over to chat, I didn't know many people there so I thought that was a really cool thing for him to do. If more people were like that the world would be a better place. Our paths crossed many times since then but never got chance to chat again. Never knew we had so many mutual friends til I saw this thread! Anyways just passing through to say pay my respects.

[djsmiffy]

Emma,  I don't know what to say. This is complete shock. I had only just started to get to know Neil properly and I really enjoyed talking with you and him about all the plans the parties and everything. He will be remembered by so many and his spirit will truly live on.

Thoughts with you and his family.

Andy

[Batman]

while strolling through my pictures, i came across this.
i want to post it as it is one of my favourite djing photos i've taken, and i remeber neil mentioning that he really likes it. so here you go mate, for you! 

[P to the D]

I will remember him ALWAYS, with a smile in his face.

Chris that is so beautiful, I've never seen that picture before and I'm crying my heart out, I feel like he's looking right at me and smiiling, with your permission I would like to use that picture for the service sheet at his funeral, it sums up what a beautiful person he was. Thank you x

[addict]

i'm utterly shocked.

i met neil once, and he was a true gentleman.

he got me liking dubstep due to his energy and excitement when mixing.

my thoughts are with you.

[Aems]

Met him once way back when i lived in Leicester.

He was clearly a well known and much loved bloke.

 

[Evs]

I'd just like to take the opportunity to say it was an absolute honour to know Neil. Much love to all the family and friends, Neil you will be missed loads mate. 

[Dai Don't Sleep!]

Just found out about this and I'm truly shocked and saddened. I first met Neil just after he moved to Bristol when I was doing a night called Funkified at Thekla...not long after he earned lifelong respect from me for pulling a few big favours and hooking me up with the booking of the great DJ Noize from Denmark...one of my favourite DJ's at the time and someone I'd wanted to book for ages. As it turns out it all went tits up when Noize broke his arm playing basketball the day before the gig and had to pull out...but I'll always be grateful to Neil for the excitement promoting that night gave me. I only met him now and again since...in clubs, carnival, where ever....but as has been said, he always had a smile and a friendly word. He was simply a damn nice bloke. His passing is such a shame.

My deepest sympathies go out to all his nearest & dearest.

 

[Rekordah]

This is crazy. I'm speechless.

Only met Neil for the first time a couple of weeks ago, but as a regular on the Bristol circuit I caught many of his sets over the years.

I was not a close friend by any means, but this news has deeply saddened me. I think it's a testiment to how much of a good bloke he was that I'd only met him once, but yet I feel really shocked and upset by this. He was kind, friendly, supportive and he seemed to always look on the bright side.

It's so surreal. When we met we both said that it was "good to put a face to the name", and I am masively grateful that I was able to do this before his sudden passing.

Big up Neil.

[Golgot 13]

Neil was a wicked guy.. i'm baffled and deeply saddened to hear he has passed... my heart & thoughts are with him and those close to him... Em, I am completely available to help out with anything concerning the party to be held in his honour if need be as well as anything else you can think of... 

[neek]

out to emma and neil's close friends and family.

i have to say what a great guy, fun to be around and always up for a laugh, i remember going to pete bubonic's years back when i had just started to mix and meeting neil there, just watching him in the mix taught me so much of what i know about djing now! he was so nice, i had just met him and he even gave me a lift home. i will also never forget st. pauls carnival 2007 without neil it simply wouldnt have gone off like it did.

much love, he will never be forgotten.

[m.u.n.k.e.e.]

Only just heard about this Emma, I am truely fucking gutted for you.
I met Neil on a few occasions and he always had time for a drink, listen to me talk shit and a laugh. My kind of bloke  

Another legend gone, he'll be missed by everyone loads  


Love,

Munkee xxx

[Surface_Tension]

Terrible news. So gutted for your loss. He was a top bloke.

[neek]

I will remember him ALWAYS, with a smile in his face.

Chris that is so beautiful, I've never seen that picture before and I'm crying my heart out, I feel like he's looking right at me and smiiling, with your permission I would like to use that picture for the service sheet at his funeral, it sums up what a beautiful person he was. Thank you x

Em,
It's Chris here, I'm at sams atm. You know you don't even have to ask me that, but would be honoured of course. No one has actually seen that picture, just one of the many pictures I have on my pc that's never been uploaded. It's how I remeber him, without fail he would always come over with a smile, a quality which is how I have always pictured him in my head with, and how he will stay in there.
I know the emotions photos can create hurt sometimes, but there's a reason why you feel like that, shows how much of a top bloke he really was. 

 

[Jimmer]

thats a serious shock! couldnt have happened to a nicer bloke

out to yourself neil you badman! peace and respect brother! nuff respect always had a smile and never a bad word to say x

and much love out to you em! keep strong girl xx

can someone keep updates of funerl/wake please

[fiasco]

This had really knocked me today. Neil was one of the people instumental in making me feel really welcome to bristol scene/hijack 5 or so years ago - Belmont road parties, Hijack NYE etc. Words can't sum up how much of a great, warm guy he was.

Amazing bloke, BADMAN DJ, all round legend

Big up Neil  

Emma, Laura and my thoughts are very, very much with you, you have some amazing friends make sure you keep them close  

[Orca Recordings.]

i will also never forget st. pauls carnival 2007 without neil it simply wouldnt have gone off like it did.

much love, he will never be forgotten.

The vibe in that driveway was amazing. I remember someone dropping Corner Dub and me and Neil going mental..

Absolute badman on the 1s and 2s, showed me some amazing music..Neil was the first person i met in Bristol who liked the drum funk side of dnb. One of the guys that got me into dubstep as well..

Always had a great time with Neil and the Signal boys watching Spurs play, always in the 'ardcore fanzone in the cat and rat.

An awful loss, deepest sympathies with Emma and Neil's family..

[Evolve]

Really shocked to hear this sad news

I only met Neil once when my mate and I played at one of his nights in Leicester (Trisect) quite a few years ago now. We used to chat most days via email or on Drum & Bass Arena. He really was such a nice bloke. He wasn't someone I would say I knew too well but I do remember about 5 years ago now when my mum died, he was one of the few people who rang me (one of those situations when most people just have no idea what to say to somebody - much like this). I remember that day really well, we had quite a long chat and he was extremely kind and said some really heart felt words to me that I will never, ever forget. Just shows what a truly great guy he was.

My thoughts are with you, his friends and family x

[cherry]

Thats such sad news.  I only met Neil a few times but he seemed like such a nice genuine bloke and always had a massive smile on his face.  Big hugs to you Emma and all of Neils friends and family, my thoughts are with you.

[neek]

i will also never forget st. pauls carnival 2007 without neil it simply wouldnt have gone off like it did.

much love, he will never be forgotten.

The vibe in that driveway was amazing. I remember someone dropping Corner Dub and me and Neil going mental..

Absolute badman on the 1s and 2s, showed me some amazing music..Neil was the first person i met in Bristol who liked the drum funk side of dnb. One of the guys that got me into dubstep as well..

Always had a great time with Neil and the Signal boys watching Spurs play, always in the 'ardcore fanzone in the cat and rat.

An awful loss, deepest sympathies with Emma and Neil's family..

vibes
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4mc1sWa7TY