In a historic moment for electronic music, techno pioneer Carl Cox was awarded the Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by Prince William at Windsor Castle. The honor celebrates his nearly 50-year contribution to dance music and his tireless advocacy for global club culture.
The 64-year-old DJ and producer shared his thoughts on social media on what it means to receive the honor. “Music has been my whole life. From those early days of falling in love with records and DJing, to travelling the world and sharing that love with so many people, I’ve never stopped being grateful that I get to do what I do. To receive my OBE from Prince William at Windsor Castle today, recognising nearly 50 years of doing something I absolutely love, is beyond anything I could have imagined.”
An OBE is one of the highest civic honors awarded by the British monarch, recognizing individuals who have made significant and sustained contributions in fields such as the arts, sciences, charity, public service, or entertainment. Carl Cox joins other distinguished musicians, including Eric Clapton, Sting, and Annie Lennox, as the first electronic artist to receive this prestigious honor.
Born in Oldham,
