Beastie Boys
FMQB has collected many of the tweets and statements online following the death of Adam “MCA” Yauch of the Beastie Boys, who passed away today from cancer at the age of 47.
MTV has announced that tonight (5/4) at 8 p.m. ET, it will present a one-hour live special remembering Yauch from its Times Square newsroom and hosted by MTV News’ Sway Calloway. The special will highlight the Beastie Boys and Yauch’s career through music videos, performances, MTV moments and remembrances from his peers. The special will re-air at 11pm ET/PT on MTV2.
Additionally, Van Toffler, President of MTV Music Group, said in a statement, “Lots of us at MTV grew up with Adam and his Beastie brothers. He had a keen artistic eye and great wit that helped shape so many of the group’s music and videos. He made us want to rock, scream and laugh all in one breath. We will miss him as will his many fans.”
Russell Simmons, a longtime friend of the Beasties, said on his Global Grind website, “Adam was incredibly sweet and the most sensitive artist, who I loved dearly. I was always inspired by his work. He will be missed by all of us.”
Rev Run of Run DMC (@RevRunWisdom) – “R I P Adam… I’m devastated. Praying for Adam Yauch’s family from the legendary Beastie Boys. Youll be missed!”
Q-Tip of A Tribe Called Quest, who appeared on the B-Boys’ seminal track “Get It Together,” (@QTipTheAbstract) – RIP yauch and thank u mike and adam n adam 4 all of your help, the tours, the bball games, n great times. a humanitarian a tru friend”
Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins (@Billy) tweeted, “Sad news about Adam Yauch’s passing,a man of dignity + spiritual conviction. I always had great respect for him in times we met and talked”
Green Day‘s Billie Joe Armstrong (@BJAofficial) tweeted, “Lollapalooza94 talked to Yauch almost everyday He was full of wisdom & encouragement for a freaked out kid like I was. Thank you MCA. LoveBJ”
Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea (@flea333) said, “Prayers and all the love I could ever muster for Adam Yauch. What a beautiful man. God bless his beautiful soul. A class act all the way” His bandmate Chad Smith (@RHCPchad) added, “Wow, lost another brother..sail on MCA..”
In a statement posted online, Michael Stipe and R.E.M. said, “We’ve lost one of our greats. A true gentleman with the strongest resolve, humor, and energy to spin the world on its axis…and that is exactly what he did. Let’s not forget he did it with panache and style and beats and in various costumes. Even while dressed as a Swiss mountain climber. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Beasties and to Adam’s family and fans.”
Tom Morello (@tmorello) said, “Rip dear Adam Yauch. Words can’t express the sadness and loss. Ur humor, talent & gentle soul are just irreplaceable. Be at peace brother”
Guitar great Slash (@Slash) said, “Sad day. MCA was fucking awesome. RIP man. We’ll miss you very much.”
Snoop Dogg (@SnoopDogg) tweeted, “RIP MCA U are a Legend and a pioneer. #BeastieBoys4life”
Nirvana bassist Krist Novoselic (@KristNovoselic) said, “Adam Yauch #RIPMCA. Thank you for Sabotage bass riff and many other great grooves. Adam also worked for justice and peace consciousness.”
Justin Timberlake (@jtimberlake) tweeted, “Crushed to hear the news of Adam Yauch’s passing. A true pioneer of art. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones. #RIPMCA”
Drummer Travis Barker (@travisbarker) said, “Rest In Peace Adam Yauch /MCA. 4ever somebody i looked up to & had the pleasure of meeting. Damn this bums me out, we lost one of the best”
Weezer (@Weezer) said, “We are so sorry to hear about the loss of the Beastie Boys’ Adam Yauch (MCA) a true legend & inspirational to everyone in weezers generation”
Linkin Park (@LinkinPark) tweeted, “We’re sad to learn about the death of MCA. Our condolences to the Beastie Boys and Adam’s family”
Brandon Boyd of Incubus (@mybrandonboyd) – “The Beastie Boys and MCA were a big source of inspiration to @IncubusBand Our love and thoughts are with them”
Brian Aubert of Silversun Pickups (@SSPU) tweeted, “Awful. R I P Adam Yauch (MCA). End of an era. Gonna listen to a lot of paul’s boutique and check yo head today. Sad sad sad…”
Carrie Brownstein of Wild Flag and Portlandia (@Carrie_Rachel) wrote, “Thank you, MCA: instigator, ally, visionary. You will be missed. #RIPMCA”
NBC late night host Jimmy Fallon (@jimmyfallon) wrote, “So sad to hear of the passing of Adam Yauch. He was a great performer, director, father, humanitarian and New Yorker. #RIPMCA”
Gregg “Opie” Hughes of Opie & Anthony (@OpieRadio) wrote, “#RIPMCA – I guess you finally made it to Brooklyn. #SadNews”
Tegan & Sara (@teganandsara) tweeted, “RIP Adam Yauch. Our hearts go out to Adam’s family and friends. http://www.beastieboys.com“
Nick Hexum of 311 (@NickHexum) wrote, “Sad to hear about MCA. A huge influence. Rest peacefully.”
Stefan Lessard of Dave Matthews Band (@SLessard) – “My heart broke reading the Adam Yauch has passed away. One of my favorite MC’s that I have been so inspired by time and time again.”
Moby (@thelittleidiot) wrote, “I’m very very sad to hear of adam yauch’s passing. He was a wonderful, generous, remarkable, and inspiring man and friend.”
Amanda Palmer (@amandapalmer) tweeted, “R.I.P. Adam Yauch – Beastie Boys. We’ve lost a visionary artist. Sitting in Brooklyn and feeling the impact like a black cloud.”
Director/writer/podcaster Kevin Smith (@ThatKevinSmith) said, “RIP Adam Yauch. You made my teenage years more fun and your art made it easier for me to do what I do. For a Beastie, you sure were a beaut.”
Capitol Records‘ Howard Petruziello (@originalhowardp) tweeted, “The Beasties created their own culture, groundbreaking music, Grand Royal magazine….they got so much right and did it their way.#RIPMCA”
KYSR/Los Angeles morning host Kennedy (@KennedyNation) – “That is so sad for the world #AdamYauch is gone. What a beautiful soul and always the most mackinest MC.”
KROQ‘s Stryker ( @TedStryker) wrote, “”Born & bred Brooklyn, U.S.A. They call me Adam Yauch but I’m M.C.A” RIPAdamYauch My condolences to his #BeastieBoys family and the Yauchs”
Actor/rapper Donald Glover aka Childish Gambino (@DonaldGlover) wrote, “Adam Yauch was an amazing artist and one of the nicest people I’ve ever met. His music was some of my favorite. Truly saddened. RIP MCA.”
WWE Champion CM Punk (@CMPunk) tweeted, “MCA. Everybody is a Beastie Boys fan. That’s hard to do. A great life.”
San Francisco Giants closer Brian Wilson (@BrianWilson38) said, “MCA was a legend in the music industry. Much love to the family, friends and fans of the Beastie Boys during this time of need. #license2ill”
Barenaked Ladies (@barenakedladies) said, “Adam Yauch and The Beastie Boys were a defining influence on how @Barenakedladies approached everything. It’s a sad day. #RIPMCA”
