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Rico Wade, a member of the production tour Organized Noise and known for his work with Outkast, has passed away.
Wade, who is 52 years old, received a message from his best friend Killer Mike on Instagram: “There are no words to express the deep and profound sense of loss. I am praying for your wife and children. I am praying for you.” It was praised. For the Wade family, I am deeply grateful for the acceptance into the Dungeon family, friendship, and brotherhood without which I would not have been. ”
He continued, “This is part of the journey. You told me, ‘The whole journey wasn’t hard, it was the journey.’ The journey wouldn’t be the same without you.” As you say.” Umma: “Don’t do that.”…We all love and respect Michael. #LipRicoWade #WeDF#OrganizedNoize #musical genius. ”
Wade’s family said in a statement: “We are deeply saddened by the sudden and unexpected passing of our son, father, husband and brother, Rico Wade. We honor the loss of a talented man who touched the lives of so many. Our hearts are heavy as we mourn their loss. We ask that you respect our loved one’s legacy and our privacy at this time.”
Organized Noise said in a statement: “We are devastated by the passing of our beloved brother Rico Wade. The world has lost one of music’s most innovative architects, and we are deeply saddened by the loss of an irreplaceable friend. Rico was a cornerstone of Organized Noise and the Dungeon family, and we will forever cherish his memory and the moments we shared creating music as a united team. is heavy with grief and asks for privacy and sympathy during this difficult time. Rico’s presence will always be special in our hearts and in the music we present to the world. It will continue to take up space.”
Reports on Wade’s sudden death did not mention the cause of death.
Organized Noise became an Atlanta music institution, playing a major role in the success of bands like Outkast, Goodie Mob, and TLC.
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