Adam Yauch - 1964-2012

[bobster]

thanks yauch for the soundtrack of my youth and for still being my favourite band now I'm 36 and for putting the fun into music. today was the day hip hop died but the beastie boys music will be around forever.

such a sad loss

[OldSkoolGirl]

My heart breaks... this day hurts. My thoughts and prayers and love are with Mike and Adam and their families, and of course with Adam's wife and daughter... MCA my friend, you made this world a better place. Thanks for all of the motivation and inspiration, and for sharing your incredible gift... I pray you have found peace - namaste.

[kanderer]

The man I am today is in part because of Yauch. RIP MCA.

[pshabi]

Yauch and the Beastie Boys have influenced my taste in music, my sense of style, and my outlook on life. Yauch's attitude and personality has influenced me for the better, making me a happier person and a more productive human being.

The music and shows brought great joy to my life and provided me with a LIFETIME of memories and many friendships that I otherwise would not have had. My heart goes out to Yauch's family and loved ones. My chest aches and my eyes well up with tears as I type.

RIP MC ADAM YAUCH. You have left your mark, my man!

[QueenAdrock]

I, like many others here, have been profoundly touched by Adam Yauch through the years. This is devastating news and is so hard to comprehend. Love to the Adam, Mike, Dechen, and Tenzin. My heart is breaking.

[JtCann]

Wow so sad, such a loss thanks for all the memories I'll have them forever!

[rubyraks]

I've never been devastated by any celebrity's passing, never close to tears, but adam's passing is the first.

I've grown up with the boys. Only a few years off their's. From high school to college to marriage to children. I've seen them many times in many different venues, mostly nyc, big/small, tours/charities/causes.

When they were partying, I was right there with them. When they realized there were bigger concerns, I was there. Families, check.

I can't think of any artists that have had as profound an effect as the beasties, Adam Yauch especially. RIP MCA you will never be forgotten.

[vanillgorilla]

Like everyone else here, I am crushed.

However, its times like these that make you realize how lucky you are.

I feel lucky to have had the chance to experience Yauch's amazing art, passion and vision. He changed my life, and helped me see the magic in music. The Beastie Boys have always been there for me. Through thick and thin, they have been the soundtrack to my entire life. I am thankful that I discovered them, and appreciated them for what they were. I'm thankful I saw past the LTI era, and was able to mature alongside the Beasties... and I am thankful they gave me something to truly care about (their music).

I also feel lucky to have experienced this amazing band with all of you on this message board. I can truly say you all are amazing... I hope this board survives, and I hope you all stay... to celebrate the legacy Yauch left behind.

Although his life was cut short, he was able to do things most only dream of. He traveled the world, created amazing art, brought millions of smiles to people's faces, all the while remaining humble, charitable, and charming. I hope to be half the man Yauch was one day.... Rest in peace my friend. rest in peace.

[adrock1988]

Originally Posted by rubyraks

I've never been devastated by any celebrity's passing, never close to tears, but adam's passing is the first.

I've grown up with the boys. Only a few years off their's. From high school to college to marriage to children. I've seen them many times in many different venues, mostly nyc, big/small, tours/charities/causes.

When they were partying, I was right there with them. When they realized there were bigger concerns, I was there. Families, check.

I can't think of any artists that have had as profound an effect as the beasties, Adam Yauch especially. RIP MCA you will never be forgotten.

agreed!

[spockon]

[JoLovesMCA]

I haven't been able to really think of the right words to say with so many emotions running through me right now. Instead of making it about me and rambling on incoherently I just want to say my heart and my prayers go out to Dechen, Losel, Mike and Horovitz and everybody so close to him. If it's hard on us I can't imagine the pain and sadness they are feeling. Mike and Adam stay strong for Yauch. We are here for you!

[Darko]

As sad as it is to lose Adam, I know I will continue listening to the Beastie Boys for the rest of my life so he'll always be there.

[BBboy20]

-_-

[Turchinator]

this is an awful day for beastie boys fans. prayers of peace and comfort to his bandmates Mike and Adam, and to his wife and daughter.

it's almost like a chapter of my life is over.

rambling post to follow later tonight, but I am thankful for all the friends that this community, a community of die hard fans, has brought me.

and I'm sorry to all the people I was a dick to.


Long Burn The Fire

[Beastie911]

Unbelievable...

Thought things might not be going well when he didn't attend the RNRHOF induction but was hoping it was just a blip in his treatment...

Will miss so much about him --- the sense of humor that shone through the lyrics and videos, the voice that made me love Beastie Boys, the generosity of his time spent on these boards, his innovation with oscilloscope, the brilliance of the music and sampling...

Thoughts and prayers to his family and everyone he touched with his music and his kindness...

I'll really miss you...