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Garrett Lockhart Obituary
Anyone who knew G (as friends and family referred to him) knew his laser focus when it came to learning something new. Tennis became a dawn to dusk activity when he was 12. His passion for the sport only increased as he attended the tennis academy at St. Stephen's. When the tennis coach at GWU told G that there were no open positions on the team, G challenged each player on the team and later played for the Division 1 team.
Court time faded, and he retired his racquets and took up music and taught himself Ableton music production. He played in small venues around D.C., often opening for headliners, pushing to later start times, an indication he was succeeding. At ICON Collective he learned the music production trade, mentored by several, including Dennis White, known by the producer name Static Revenger. G's first DJ name was Glock, the name he'd used through school as an email. After being called Glock or G-lock his entire life, he knew he was being recognized when he received a "cease and desist" letter from gun manufacturer GLOCK Inc. He changed his producer name to Fawks and wore a mask while performing, a nod to 17th-century radical Guy Fawkes. Ultimately he became known as i_o and was named "one to watch" by Billboard Magazine in 2018. He signed with Armada Music in 2020 and also maintained his own imprint, Label 444.i_o.
Garrett poured his whole heart and soul into every dream he pursued, and because of that gift, he is missed by so many he touched throughout this world.
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Memories and Condolences
for Garrett Lockhart
Katie Powers
May 16, 2024
Happy birthday Garrett! Your music is still my absolute favorite and always will be! It´s literally just too good I think I´m still in the top .1% on Spotify. I still can´t believe a real human being created your music. So amazingly talented and such a kind person in the most true and intelligent way, even though I only met you once I could see this. Thank you for gracing me with your presence, it was truly a blessing to know you!
Paola Quintín
January 1, 2024
Garrett siempre fuiste una persona tan maravillosa tu música me ayudó mucho a salir de ciertos días con muchos problemas fuiste parte de una etapa mía que más extraño aveces deseo regresar el tiempo
No tuve la fortuna de conocerte en algún concierto tuyo hubiera querido cumplir ese sueño lastima que aveces la vida pone ciertas circunstancias
Un abrazo familia Lockhart gracias por haber traído al mundo este ser tan maravilloso saludos desde México
Emilio
November 23, 2022
From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much for allowing the world to hear his beautiful work of art that he worked on with lights. It brings me joy to hear music from him again and I am overjoyed you as a family blessed us with this privilege to hear Gs music once more. Thank you from myself and the rest of the community He brings joy and happiness to those who have never met him. That is how moving his music is to me and to many others. May Garrett rest in peace.
Angie
March 25, 2022
Finally getting around to composing this message.
I still think about your presence in the edm community. I don't think any artist can amount to the genius and talent your production had. Your ability to revive acid techno and bring it to LA will forever be a gift, and to have been able to meet you is an absolute treasure.
Much love to the Lockhart family.
Merle Henkel
July 28, 2021
Deb and Greg
So sorry to hear this news. May God watch over you and bless each of you. I only remember Garrett from those early years but , wow, want a talent and what an impact he had on others.
May he rest in peace.
Merle
Erika
March 16, 2021
I will always miss you. No words can describe how I feel about you no longer being here with us, but I will always cherish the memories you´ve made for me and allowing me to meet the people I´ve become good friends with. You and your music have definitely helped me get through some of my darkest days and I will always be grateful for that. Any dance floor I´m at, I will dance the night away for you because that´s all you every wanted was for us to dance our hearts out. You´ll forever in my heart and will always be in my thoughts, Garrett. 444ever.
James Osejo
March 3, 2021
I think about you a lot. I will always remember the first song I ever heard of yours Audio dust. Thank you above and beyond for that. And ever since then I just wanted to know more about you. I became in love with your style of music ever release you had was joy to my ears. I want to say thank you to the Lockhart family for giving us Garrett. He really did make an impact on this world to a lot of people. I will miss you as a person and musician that you were. Thank you again Garrett. i_o (infinitely one) 444
mitchell with a k
February 22, 2021
I’ve never loved anyone like I love Garrett.
If you knew him, you knew how he was;
A Rubik's Cube of complexity and nuance and genius.
The impact he had on people’s hearts and minds was seismic.
The impact he had on mine is hitherto unparalleled.
He was the biggest muse I've ever met.
He drew madness out of me.
He also drew love out of me, and power
On levels that can only point towards the infinite and singular nature of the universe.
It is not an exaggeration to say that it is one of the honors of my life
to have been there for him,
to have made sense of the world with him,
to have made him laugh.
Deb, we only spoke once on the phone, for logistical purposes, but I think of you and Greg a lot and I’m with you.
G is with me every moment of every day. I have been wiping away the tears and celebrating him with stubbornness and perseverance that would make him proud.
Our censored banter will have to wait for when we meet again. I can’t wait for him to admit how right I was about everything.
Until then I can only thank him, and be mad at him, for setting the bar so high.
Chai Trappuccino
February 20, 2021
Thank you for inspiring me to make darker genres, Lockhart.
You will be missed, and will be discovered even now.
Kris from the gym
February 2, 2021
I met Garrett at the gym and he was one of the first people I worked with. Working with him made me feel welcome in an unfamiliar place. There was never a dull moment with him. His dark sense of humor made time pass so quickly. It's also notable that even on super hot days, there was Garrett climbing in his black skinny jeans. We went out to Barb's for a beer after work one night, went to a friend's house close by and he stepped in cat poop. Here was this cool guy stepping in poop. I'll never forget it. Another thing I'll never forget is how warm his hugs were. It was like being wrapped in pure love for a moment. I secretly really looked up to him because here was this guy working his way up to the point where he was touring and achieving his goals. Always working on music and petting dogs when he was at the gym. Damn Garthur... For the short amount of time I knew you, you were truly a gift. Sending love to your family and friends.
Below is a picture of you with Timothy the blind cat after he had pooped on that little girl.
Larry Pachicano Jr
February 1, 2021
Lockhart family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Garrett or as I knew him i_o, completely changed my life. I got to witness him perform in Austin in 2019 and I remember just being blown away. I got to see him perform one last time on November 15, 2020 shortly before his passing. It was one of the happiest days of my life. I think of him being gone all the time and still can´t believe it. Thank you for touching so many souls. May you Rest In Peace.
Cookie
January 29, 2021
To the Lockhart family, I just wanted to tell you how sorry I am and wish you all my condolences. Garrett, or as I only knew him, i_o, was someone I really admired. His music brought me out of my most painful days and I still listen to the art he created. Everytime I got someone else to love his art as much as i did i would tell them how Garrett was going to be a big! And he was! Bigger than life in so many ways and such an amazing individual that idk I could miss this much. Thank you Garrett for giving me music that gave me hope when I felt I had none. Rest in Peace now King. 444ever
St4n
January 24, 2021
My condolences to the Lockhart family and friends as well as to his fans worldwide.
G, you are irreplaceable and we miss you loads! May your soul rest in peace.
chata
January 23, 2021
thank you for everything, you´re dearly missed
scott
January 23, 2021
garrett has changed my life through his music and spirit.
wishing your family the best.
Itzel R.
January 22, 2021
Finding i_o´s music was a blessing. My condolences to the Lockhart family. Garrett had a unique talent and no other artist can mimic his sounds and performance. Rest In Peace, in your castle in the sky. 44ever .
Steve
January 20, 2021
I've never met Garrett before, and I've always wanted to see him DJ/perform live. I've been listening to electronic music for 20 years, and I can tell you that he was one of the most influential producers and DJ's of today. He has influenced me to push harder in the music studio, and in my own music production skills than ever before. Garrett changed my whole perspective on music production. I am going to miss hearing new releases form i_o that helped me get through COVID! May he rest in peace.
DJ j
January 15, 2021
Miss you buddy. But your contributions continue. peace
Amy
January 10, 2021
My condolences to the Lockhart family, I never met i_o but when I first stumbled across him in the beginning of 2019 I was hooked. I was so excited to see how much attention and fame he would one day have, he had so much potential, he was amazing He´ll always be deadmau5´s predecessor to me we love you i_o you touched so many souls and hearts with your music and your personality. You´re truly missed
Clarissa
January 9, 2021
I´m so sorry to see this beautiful soul go! I so badly wanted to see him hit his full potential in music and man was he climbing fast! I´ll always remember every show i was fortunate to attend in which i was able to dance to his music. I still watch the videos i have from those shows and they´ll always be very dear to me.
Kate
January 8, 2021
You brought a lightness and a happiness to my spirit that had been gone for ages. Thank you for being you and doing your thing. We miss you so much and we will miss you intensely forever.
Nina Lu
January 8, 2021
I never met you, but I can feel your presence every single day, through your music and the legacy that you left. Your melodies helped me out of so many dark places once I discovered you in 2020; you inspired me to create music; I still see you performing in my dreams. Your physical body is gone, but your spirit lives forever. Peace, love, and 444. <3
Bernardo Galvez
January 7, 2021
Bernardo Galvez
January 7, 2021
Bernardo Galvez
January 7, 2021
See u in that castle in the sky! "I´ll be front left speaker for ur set! 444ever!
John Savage
January 7, 2021
He gave so much in such little time, he was my #1 when it came to music influence and is a strong impact on my personality and identity today. I am forever grateful for Garrett just simply existing.
Nar..
January 7, 2021
You´re the reason I signed up for LAFS to learn music production. So saddened youre gone man :( condolences to his loved ones and all fans. Truly will be missed.
infinitely_one
Phillip
January 4, 2021
I never knew you Garrett, but I knew your music. I am truly saddened by your passing. I have never felt this deep sadness for someone I've never met. I knew you only through your music and a few videos of you online. You seemed like a strong and fearless person. Thank you for inspiring me along with many others. You will be remembered always. Support for his family and everyone who were closest to him. 444ever
Richard H Kemper
January 4, 2021
I was so sorry to read of the loss of Garrett. My heart goes out to the Lockhart family during this time of sorrow for a departed loved one. May Garrett be grant eternal rest and may the perpetual light always shine upon him. God Bless the Lockhart family
Laurie Smith
January 4, 2021
My heart goes out to you. Sending you much love and empathy.
Robin Farinholt
January 3, 2021
Deb and Greg, my heart has been heavy all day after learning of Garrett´s passing. I´m so very sorry. What a talented young man and oh how he was a sweet little boy with a darling smile. You´re in my prayers.
Kelly Grindstaff
January 3, 2021
I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers to the entire family
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