Figures from across Atlanta and hip-hop paid tribute to Wade's contributions.
Recording artist Rico Wade of Organized Noize attends the screening of"The Art of Organized Noize" during the 2016 SXSW Music, Film + Interactive Festival in Austin, TX, March 15, 2016.Rico Wade, the Atlanta-based music producer of Organized Noize and The Dungeon Family, has died, his family and music groups announced on Saturday. Wade was 52."We are deeply saddened by the sudden and unexpected passing of our son, father, husband, and brother Rico Wade.
"We are devastated by the news of the passing of our dear brother Rico Wade. The world has lost one of the most innovative architects in music, and we have lost an invaluable friend," read a statement from Organized Noize and The Dungeon Family."Rico was the cornerstone of Organized Noize and The Dungeon Family, and we will forever treasure his memory and the moments we shared, creating music as a united team," the statement continued.
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