Anthony Wayne Moore (September 5, 1967 – May 7, 2013)[1][2] known professionally as Romanthony, was an American DJ, producer, and singer.[3] He is perhaps best known for his work with French duo
Daft Punk, providing vocals for "
One More Time" and "Too Long" off their sophomore album, Discovery.[4]
Biography
Anthony Wayne Moore was born on September 5, 1967 in
New Jersey.
His work crossed several genres, including
house,
R&B, and
hip hop. Tracks like "Hold On" make extensive use of
sampling with a distinctly soulful house feel, while the later "Bring U Up" uses a
James Brown–style
breakbeat.
Most notably, he worked with
Daft Punk on the song "
One More Time", released in 2000. On November 7, 2012, he released his final musical contribution in the song "2Nite4U" with
Kris Menace on his vocal collaboration album, Features.[5]
Romanthony died on May 7, 2013, at his home in
Austin, Texas, due to complications from
kidney disease, according to family members. He was 45 years old.[2][6]