A member of Beastie Boys passed away last Friday, May 4, 2012 at the age of 47. He is Adam Yauch or also known as MCA, a co-founder of the rap group way back in late 70's. Along with Mike D as well Ad Rock, the three becomes a pioneering artists in the music industry inspiring thousands and even millions of fans around the world. The band recently received the prestigious Rock and Roll Hall of Fame from Grammys but failed to appear on stage for concert since 2009.
MCA started his battle with cancer for nearly three years and due to any possible complication, he need to stop appearing with his band. He undergone a series of radiation therapy and surgeries just to prolong his life. He's been with Dalai Lama in Tibet and become an active member of a well known activist group raising the awareness for the freedom of the Tibetan society.
The latest music video of the band was released last year entitled, "Make Some Noise" which includes some of the well known stars like Amy Poehler, Orlando Bloom, Jack Black, and Will Ferell. They appeared like a naughty guys in the city street doing some nasty stuff in front of the public.
And to confirm the death of the rock star, here's a statement coming from his publicist:
MCA started his battle with cancer for nearly three years and due to any possible complication, he need to stop appearing with his band. He undergone a series of radiation therapy and surgeries just to prolong his life. He's been with Dalai Lama in Tibet and become an active member of a well known activist group raising the awareness for the freedom of the Tibetan society.
The latest music video of the band was released last year entitled, "Make Some Noise" which includes some of the well known stars like Amy Poehler, Orlando Bloom, Jack Black, and Will Ferell. They appeared like a naughty guys in the city street doing some nasty stuff in front of the public.
And to confirm the death of the rock star, here's a statement coming from his publicist:
"It is with great sadness that we confirm that musician, rapper, activist and director Adam Yauch passed away in his homeland New York City this morning after a long battle with cancer."Furthermore, schedule for memorial service of Adam is not yet available but you can join us as we continue to follow the other related report coming from those people who loved him and his former famous band.
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