# Madonna honors William Orbit as a 'genius, otherworldly' producer

Madonna publicly praised producer William Orbit, calling him a "genius" and "otherworldly" in a tribute. Orbit is best known for producing her acclaimed 1998 album "Ray of Light," which marked a major shift in her sound. The tribute highlights their enduring creative partnership and influence on pop music.

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- [BBC World](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cewr8wel4z8o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:44:08 GMT