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thefrogman:

Adam Yauch (1964-2012)

MCA, founder of the Beastie Boys, passed away after a long battle with cancer.

When I was a younger lad, I was not one to move around when music was playing. If I was at a concert I might bob my head or sway from side to side. But then I went to a music festival and the Beastie Boys got up on stage. That crazy distorted bassline from Sabotage started playing and before I knew it, I was jumping around like an idiot.

That was the first and only time I was physically possessed by music. Even though I was a bit embarrassed afterward, it is a vivid memory that does not seem to fade. The Beastie Boys were a huge part of my musical upbringing and they still frequent my playlists. Adam was a visionary and made me dance like a monkey. 

As is tradition, I am honored to make him a Jedi spirit. 

Rest in peace, MCA.