YouMad.GIF Posted October 2, 2009 Share Posted October 2, 2009 http://www.urb.com/permalink/7531/Mr.-Magic-Dies-From-Heart-Attack.html Mr. Magic, a pioneering force in the Hip-Hop radio industry died this morning of a heart attack. Mr. Magic, real name John Rivas, is most likely recognized by newer Hip-Hop fans through the assortment of shout-outs made in his honor (notably Nas, Notorious B.I.G. and Tupac), rose to prominence with his radio show "Rap Attack" featuring Marley Marl and the Juice Crew. According to a report from The Smoking Section, DJ Premier released a statement regarding the death of the legend: “He was known for his direct and sarcastic attitude on the air and every artist wanted his approval when it came to breaking new records.” -DJ Premier [The Smoking Section]. Even though his relevance wasn't anywhere near its peak at the time of his death, Mr. Magic's impact on the Hip-Hop culture is undeniable. Today, Hip-Hop mourns the loss of yet another legend. Rest in Peace Mr. Magic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercer Posted October 2, 2009 Share Posted October 2, 2009 I know, heard this shit on Hot 97 this morning where he actually worked at some point back in the day. They didn't play any clips of him and as far as I know or remember I never heard him myself. They were saying most of the style you hear from Hip Hop radio DJ's general swag came directly from him. R.I.P. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YouMad.GIF Posted October 2, 2009 Author Share Posted October 2, 2009 Someone can correct me if Im wrong, but Mr Magic pretty much pioneered the mixtape game IE getting clearance and national distribution, pretty much taking them from just casette tape bedroom junts passed around or sold at shows, to a cleanly recorded final product Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercer Posted October 2, 2009 Share Posted October 2, 2009 Not shure but Mr. C "the finisher" on Hot 97 knew and worked closely with him. Might be some reliable info on hot 97.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeking Posted October 2, 2009 Share Posted October 2, 2009 must have been the crack that did him in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solvents Posted October 2, 2009 Share Posted October 2, 2009 rip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLICKCLACKONER Posted October 2, 2009 Share Posted October 2, 2009 Heard this on hot97. Rip. I moved to NYC around '95 and only heard of hm through the biggie song. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HSAMSnoytiC Posted October 2, 2009 Share Posted October 2, 2009 Joan Rivers was black? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazztechno Posted October 3, 2009 Share Posted October 3, 2009 RIP :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercer Posted October 3, 2009 Share Posted October 3, 2009 Finally added a tampon tonight, my nega clickin finger must just be warming up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swindle Posted October 3, 2009 Share Posted October 3, 2009 SUPER ROCKIN MR. MAGIC WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOORLD PREMIER (PREMIER) (PREMIER) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shittles..TasteTheAsshole Posted October 3, 2009 Share Posted October 3, 2009 Rest In Peace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STYLEISKING Posted October 4, 2009 Share Posted October 4, 2009 RIP 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnitzel Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 R.I.P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fondles Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 ffffffuck rip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nnout Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 "rap attack mr.magic marly marl" rip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
degrading Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 R.I.P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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