Rico Wade's Legacy in Atlanta Hip-Hop

A discussion on the legacy of Rico Wade, a foundational producer of Atlanta Hip-Hop, by NPR's Rodney Carmichael and Ailsa Chang.

Passing of Music Producer Rico Wade

Atlanta-based music producer Rico Wade, known for his work with OutKast and TLC, has passed away at the age of 52. No cause of death has been provided. Wade, along with Ray Murray and Sleepy Brown, founded the Dungeon Family collective in the early 1990s. He played a significant role in launching the careers of artists like Janelle MonĂ¡e, Killer Mike, and Future.