Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Tupac’s Mother , Afeni Shakur Dead at Age 69

Originally posted on 2016-05-03 06:24:23

The Industry Dot Biz: Afeni-Shakur_KevinWinterTupac once said, "Ain't a woman alive that could take my mama's place" in his classic song "Dear Mama," which was dedicated to his mom, Afeni Shakur. TheIndustry.biz is sad to announce that Afeni Shakur has died at the age of 69 years old.  As mother's day soon approaches, I'm sure most of us can relate to Tupac's words as to how he felt about his mom.Marin County deputies responded to Shakur’s home in Sausalito, Calif., Monday night after she suffered a possible cardiac arrest, the sheriff’s office said Tuesday morning. She was taken to a local hospital and died just before 10:30 p.m.Shakur, born Alice Faye Williams, changed her name when she moved to New York City and joined the Black Panther movement. She was also an American music businesswoman, philanthropist, political activist and well-known Black Panther. She was so instrumental in keeping the legacy of her son shining in a positive light. She created a record label named Amaru Records to release Tupac's unreleased recordings after winning a court battle with Death Row Records.In addition to loving her son immensely, Afeni Shakur made guest appearances, lectured, and more, traveling the US. On February 6, 2007, she gave the Keynote Address for Vanderbilt's Commemoration for Black History Month.TheIndustry.biz would like to send our condolences to her family, friends, and loved ones. She will be missed.

Originally posted on 2016-05-03 06:24:23

Birmingham Radio Radio DJ Mz. Katt Dies

Originally posted on 2016-07-05 06:38:16 Radio Radio DJ Katrina Holman aka "Mz Katt" died this past Friday from an unknown ailment. She told family she was not feeling well and was taken to the hospital where her health continued to decline rapidly and she passed. She was from Birmingham, AL and well loved by the community that she served on 95.7 Jamz (WBHJ).Mz. Katt, the Dirty South Diva was born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama. [...]

RIP Malik “Phife Dawg” Taylor, A Tribe Called Quest’s co Founder Dies

Originally posted on 2016-03-23 08:07:33

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Vet hip hop music group Tribe Called Quest member and co-founder Malik Taylor aka Phife Dawg has died. The 45-year-old rapper had been suffering from various health ailments over recent years including Type 1 Diabetes and kidney transplant surgery. Taylor co founded the group in 1985 with Q-Tip and Ali Shaheed Muhammed. The group last performed on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon this past November. We'll keep you posted on services.

 

Originally posted on 2016-03-23 08:07:33

Fourth Member of Force MDs Dies

Originally posted on 2016-09-19 13:09:52 Another member of the 80s hit group Force MDs has passed leaving two original members. TCD (center) died of ALS, Mercury (far right) died of a fatal heart attack, the group's DJ and another member who left after the first album Dr. Rock passed and now Trisco (2nd from left and far right in lower picture) has lost his battle with stage 4 cancer. [...]

Radio Legend Vaughn Harper Dies

Originally posted on 2016-07-09 11:08:20 TheIndustry.biz is sorry to report that industry vet and radio legend Vaughn Harper has died. He had been struggling with health issues over the last few years and was recently honored by people in the industry by his former Radio Station WBLS this past year.  We will keep you posted on services. [...]

DJ Official Dies after Double Lung Transplant

Originally posted on 2016-08-16 06:58:56 Christian rapper Lecrae paid tribute to DJ Official via Twitter saying “I know you deejaying on the other side. See you soon.” He continued, typing, “We talked everyday for the last 4 years. The squad won’t be the same. I know you’re glad to be with Jesus.” DJ Official had a rare form of cancer that made his lungs only operate at 13% capacity. He had a double lung transplant that left him in critical condition at which point he passed. [...]

Maurice White, Founder Earth Wind & Fire Dies

Originally posted on 2016-02-04 16:13:37We're sorry to report that lead singer and founder of the legendary group Earth Wind & Fire, Maurice White has died. He passed in his sleep this morning and has been suffering from Parkinson's disease for many years. He was 74. For most of the past 20 years the group continued to tour and perform with Phillip Bailey singing White's parts. Read more about White's amazing career here. [...]

Radio DJ “RJ The Bad Boy” Dies

Originally posted on 2016-02-15 09:35:47

rj da bad boyRoosevelt Polk aka "RJ da Bad Boy' has died.  He passed last Wednesday. He worked for 102.3 JAMZ (KBCE) and MIX 93.9 (KMXH) in Alexandria, LA. JWPB Broadcasting stated: "We sincerely regret the loss of Roosevelt PolkRJ da Bad Boy." The dedication and joy that was given to the staff and listeners will be missed. He was a true radio professional and unique air-personality of many years. We ask for prayers for his friends and family." No word on arrangements at press time. 

Originally posted on 2016-02-15 09:35:47

RIP David Bowie: An Indescribable Music Legend

Indescribable Music LegendI'm barely over the death of Natalie Cole and was thinking about going to her services today and now I learn that one of my absolute favorite musicians has also passed, the legendary icon David Bowie. Perhaps it really is true that stars die in threes. Ironically, he just released a new album a few days ago which I am sure will explode on the charts now.Perhaps he, like Natalie, were at their best doing what they loved to do until the end. [...]

Legendary DJ Big Kap Found Dead – RIP

Originally posted on 2016-02-03 07:37:48

The Industry Dot Biz: big kapTheIndustry.biz is sad to announce the death of legendary hip hop music DJ Big Kap, whose real name is Keith Carter. Kap was found dead at the age of 45 in New York. As of now, no cause of death has been reported. He is mostly known for working with the Notorious BIG but he has worked with several hip-hop artist throughout his career and lifetime. Big Kap was still rockin' shows and his last performance was in November. He will definitely be missed by those in the hip hop music community and beyond. We send our condolences to his family, friends, and fans.

Originally posted on 2016-02-03 07:37:48