Passing of Music Producer Rico Wade

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
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 Monáe, Killer Mike, and Future.

Key Points

  • Founding member of the Dungeon Family collective
  • Produced OutKast's early albums and hits for TLC, En Vogue, and Ludacris
  • Instrumental in the success of artists like Janelle Monáe and Killer Mike

Pros

  • Significant contributions to the music industry
  • Influential in launching the careers of various artists

Cons

  • Loss of a talented individual
  • Cause of death not disclosed