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RIP MCA of the Beastie Boys .Adam Yauch dies of cancer at 47.

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Channel: discosean21 · 2012 · People & Blogs

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Beastie Boys' MC Adam Yauch, known as MCA, has died at the age of 47 from cancer. TMZ confirmed that he had been undergoing treatment for a cancerous parotid gland and a lymph node, which prevented him from attending the Beasties April induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The group had not performed together since 2009.

The white rap trio is regarded as one of the most influential hip-hop acts of all time, and helped turn the genre into a mainstream force around the world. They formed in 1981 as a hardcore band, and meshed punk and rap into a singular sensation. Among the memorable albums released by Yauch, Michael Diamond (Mike D), and Adam Horowitz (Ad-Rock) are 1986 "Licensed to Ill," 1989's "Paul's Boutique" and 1994's "Ill Communication." They are best known for hit single "(You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (To Party)."

Yauch also directed Beastie Boys videos as well as 2008 basketball documentary "Gunnin' for #1 Spot," and he ran a film production and distribution company. He is survived by his wife and daughter.

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