Ben Murphy

Anthony "Shake" Shakir is an unsung hero of Detroit techno. A fixture of Motor City's music scene since the mid-'80s, the producer, DJ and label founder's releases weave inspired samples and diverse styles into a singular electronic framework, influencing many, but largely eluding global renown. Ahead of a fundraiser event for the visionary artist, who has been living with multiple sclerosis (MS) for over a decade, Ben Murphy speaks to friends, collaborators and Shake himself about his musical impact and refusal to be pigeonholed