Adam Yauch, part of the groundbreaking hip-hop trio the Beastie Boys died Friday after a lengthy struggle with cancer. He was 47.

He was diagnosed in 2009 after doctors found a tumor in his salivary gland, according to Rolling Stone.com, which confirmed his death. The Beasties were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in April, but Yauch was unable to attend due to his illness. The band released an album entitled Hot Sauce Committee, Pt. II, last year but it had been delayed due Yauch’s medical treatments. He was also unable to appear in videos for the album, the website said.

Yauch’s death was first reported by music impresario Russell Simmons’ GlobalGrind.com.

Yauch—commonly known by his rap moniker “MCA”—co-founded the group with Mike “Mike D” Diamond and Adam “Ad-Rock” Horowitz in 1979. He had taught himself to play bass guitar while attending Edward R. Murrow High School in Brooklyn, N.Y.

At that point, the Beasties were a punk band, during an era in New York where hip-hop was still a burgeoning art form. But before long they had begun experimenting with rap, and eventually developed their own unique sound that was a mix of a raw, funky street free flow and hard-hitting rock-inspired guitart rifts, backed by thunderous bass. The result was their 1986 debut Licensed to Ill, with their breakout hits “Brass Monkey” and “Fight for Your Right to Party.” The album earned them a respected place among other early hip-hop acts including Run-DMC and LL Cool J, with whom they toured.

Subsequent releases included Paul’s Boutique, Check Your Head, Ill Communication and Hello, Nasty. In all, the Beastie Boys released nine albums, selling more than 10 million copies, according to Nielsen Soundscan.

Yauch later became a major supporter of efforts to free Tibet from mainland Chinese rule and was behind several concerts to raise money and awareness toward the issue. “What we’re really trying to do is create more of a forum for the Tibetans themselves to be able to speak,” he told PBS’s Frontline.

Simmons, whose Def Jam label the Beastie Boys recorded on earlier in their careers, said on his Twitter account: “Adam was incredibly sweet and (the) most sensitive artist who I loved dearly and was always inspired by his work. He will be missed by all of us.”
Yauch is survived by his wife Dechen and daughter Tenzin Losel.
Read more: http://entertainment.time.com/2012/05/04/adam-yauch-mca-of-the-beastie-boys-dies-after-cancer-battle/?xid=gonewsedit#ixzz1tvig0dmC

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Bad Boy Entertainment’s newest Signee, Los, stopped by Soul Assassins Radio and spit a monster of a freestyle.

Los, an up-and-coming Baltimore rapper recently signed to Sean “Diddy” Combs’ label Bad Boy Records. Los recently released his DJ Drama-hosted “The Crown Ain’t Safe” mixtape which landed him a nomination for XXL’s annual Freshmen 10 issue.
Ill Mind the Producer.. Utah’s Own Dj Juggy!!

Be sure to tune into Soul Assassins Radio every Monday night at 7PM Pacific on Sirius/XM Shade 45.

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Check out the DOPE song from off the new DJ Nu-Mark album called “Dumpin’ Em All” featuring Bumpy Knuckles. DJ Nu-Mark (known for his work with Jurassic 5) created an amazing new video out of a mix-edit of vintage blaxploitation videos. Look closely how the scenes are edited to appear as the actors are voicing the lyrics. Heavyweight Sure Shot for sure!!!

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Check out DJ Rhettmatic of the Beat Junkies getting down on the cuts. Heavyweight DJ’s represent!

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www.DJJAM.com has officially launched!!

by trulyodd on February 18, 2012

Everybody, please check out the recent launching www.DjJam.com
The incredible new website for one of our DJ’s DJ Jam

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DJ’s i’m sure you’re playing this song already but this just came out today. The dope new video from Jay-Z and Kanye West for their new single “Ni***s In Paris. It’s definitely cool and has some crazy effects happening. Check it Out!!

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B Real TV

by Dj Aero on January 31, 2012

Breal.TV is your home for LIVE streaming interactive broadcasts with an array of popular shows covering the world of Hip-Hop, Sports, Entertainment and more. – http://breal.tv/

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ASAP Rocky has been making crazy noise with his street classic “Purple Swag”. If you haven’t seen the video for that you definitely need to check it. He’s back again with a banging new follow-up called “Peso”. Nothing but FIRE coming out of the whole ASAP camp.

also, check out this footage from someone named OverDoz. He’s put together a video montage from his recent visit to the ASAP studio.

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Wishing all DJ’s a HEAVYWEIGHT Merry Christmas!

December 24, 2011

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?uestlove talks about new D’Angelo album and Michele Bachmann fiasco!

December 3, 2011

During their tenure as house band for “Late Night With Jimmy Fallon”, the Roots– led by drummer and musical mastermind Ahmir “?uestlove” Thompson– have taken many opportunities to poke fun or pay tribute to guests by choosing punny, sly, or referential walk-on music. Oftentimes, these mini-gags double as the best punchlines of the night. But [...]

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Lord Finesse (D.I.T.C.) – The Art Of Diggin’ (mixtape)

October 23, 2011

LIMITED EDITION MIX-CD Slice-of-Spice in conjunction with Underboss Entertainment is proud to present an original Lord Finesse mix. THE ART OF DIGGIN’: The Grind & The Hustle Lord Finesse – The Art Of Diggin’: The Grind & The Hustle (Snippet #1) by Slice-of-Spice click here for more MIXES and info           [...]

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Rihanna is Sexiest Woman Alive

October 11, 2011

Rihanna is selected as the Sexiest Woman alive by Esquire Magazine. more on the story here.                 Get Shareaholic

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HVWT’s DJ Jam rocks the house in Lebanon

October 10, 2011

West Coast DPG’s “DJ Jam” Pumped out Jams at Pier 7 Pier 7 transformed into the dog pound this week when they invited Snoop Dog and Dr. Dre’s official Dog Pound Gang DJ, DJ Jam. Jam has toured all over the globe but has yet to visit Lebanon, until now of course. DJ Jam explained [...]

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Strong Arm Steady LIVE @ The Roxy Sept. 7th with Self Scientific & Skeme

September 2, 2011

Strong Arm Steady with Self Scientific Skeme Live @ The Roxy (Los Angeles, CA) Buy your pre-sale tickets here: http://strongarmsteady.net/                 Get Shareaholic

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DEADMAU5 with DJ AERO & TOMMY LEE on the 2011 Meowingtons Hax Tour

August 19, 2011

Check out Heavyweights DJ AERO with Tommy Lee on tour this month with DEADMAU5 for the Meowingtons Hax Tour 2011 here’s the dates for LA. 8-25 Los Angeles Palladium 8-26 Los Angeles Palladium 8-27 Los Angeles Palladium 8-28 Los Angeles Palladium click here for more dates and info               [...]

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KRS ONE performing live in Long Beach AUG. 27

August 13, 2011

LIVE PERFORMANCE KRS One Verbal Threat, S.D.D.S., Grand Official, Twilliss, Logic The Topic, Unspoken Word, Spoken Mind, Castor Pollux, Oddity Orwell and special guest… DJ P-Trix on the tables: DJ Boogie Kat – Great Dane – Da Blenda August 27th at THE RHYTHM LOUNGE 245 Pine Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90802 www.groovetickets.com 714.952.1327     [...]

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KRONDON & THURZDAY & GEL ROC on Sept. 9th

August 4, 2011

KRONDON (strong arm steady) THURZDAY (slum village) Gel Roc Spinning: DJ LIMEGREEN Hosted by: PAWZ ONE Saturday, September 9th 2nd Streeet Jazz in LA                 Get Shareaholic

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DJ MUGGS & STRONG ARM STEADY Show in OC July 30th 2011

July 29, 2011

DJ Muggs (Soul Assassins / Cypress Hill) Strong Arm Steady (Krondon / Phil The Agony / Mitchy Slick / DJ Truly Odd) Hosted by: DJ Droops & Maylay Sage DJ’s: Boogie Kat, Great Daine, and Da Blenda Live At Malones 604 E. Dyer RD. Santa Ana, CA 92705 www.GrooveTickets.com www.facebook.com/carlos.d.cerda (714)623-0130         [...]

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Amazing VIDEO from BEARDYMAN (Human Beatboxer)

July 14, 2011

I saw this video of a phenomenal human beatbox artist named Beardyman and was very impressed at his skills and the amazing video. Check it out….let me know what you think.                 Get Shareaholic

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HVWT DJ’s & Cali Kings DJ’s ARTIST EVENT 7-13-2011

July 10, 2011

This Wednesday July 13th, 2011 will be a ‘Meet & Greet’ (event) with LA’s HOT new artist JOE MOSES. Joe is part of the 1017 Brick Squad (Gucci Mane, Waka Flocka Flame, OJ Da Juiceman) and down with YG (Toot It & Boot It) and Ty-$. Come down this wednesday to meet the artist, get [...]

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Quasimoto submission for Stones Throw VIDEO CONTEST

July 7, 2011

Quasimoto – Low Class Conspiracy (dir. Kristoffer Crook) from Kristoffer Crook on Vimeo. This is a such a dope video i had to post it here. Originally posted on the Stones Throw Records site for the contest their hosting for best video’s done by their fans. Here’s a video for the classic Madlib/Quasimoto track “Low [...]

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Rick Ross and Meek Mill – Tupac Back (Tom LaRoc VIDEO MIX)

June 20, 2011

Check out this video produced by Heavyweight DJ Tom LaRoc. Exclusive video for the song “Tupac Back” by Rick Ross & Meek Mill. Footage was filmed at 2Pac’s birthday celebration in Atlanta.                 Get Shareaholic

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HVWT’s DJ JAM showcase of new NUMARK NS6 4-channel DJ controller

May 23, 2011

NS6 LAUNCH PARTY – LOS ANGELES June 1, 2011 at 7:00 pm Guitar Center Pico & Westwood 10831 West Pico Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90064 On June 1st, Numark will let loose the highly anticipated NS6 4-channel DJ controller. Special guest DJ Jam and Numark staff will be on hand to put NS6 through its [...]

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Music & MMA – CAGE vs. CONS

May 15, 2011

check this out. Music and MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) join up for a Cage Vs. Cons show with: Too Short, E-40, Dogg Pound, Psycho Realm, B-Real, Killah Priest, Canibus, Ras Kass, Kool Kieth, 40 Glocc, Tragedy Khadafi, Jayo Felony, and more…20+ acts on stage. May 21, 2011 Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and Sports Arena www.cagevscons.com [...]

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Odd Future press conference in France

May 9, 2011

Conférence de presse Odd Future from USRapNews TV on Vimeo. check out this interview with Odd Future from France. thought you guys would like to see this.                 Get Shareaholic

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