As first reported by Rolling Stone, DJ E-Z Rock, the legendary hip-hop producer behind the chart-topping hit "It Takes Two," died Sunday, April 27, at 46. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. 10 in the Billboard Hot 100 chart, becoming an instant R&B classic after it stayed on the chart for 19 weeks. target_type: 'mix' The year just started and we cant escape the heartache. Members Pearson and Nelson left soon afterward, replaced by original member Rodney "Khalil" Lundy (who had initially left the band early in their career) and new member Shawn Waters. Ron was also a valued colleague, and a very kind person who would do anything for others at the radio station.. In an attempt to break up a fight on 167th and University Avenue near the Highbridge Housing Projects in the South Bronx, Scott Sterling, known to the world as DJ Scott La Rock of the mighty. Definitely a one of a kind brother who had a different style with his music. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. No cause of death has been made public. They watched him spin records and somehow make significant connections with a broad AM radio audience through the power of his voice and the music he shared. Trisco Pearson, member of Force MDs, dies - phillytrib.com Neuwirth, who spend years behind the mic as a local radio DJ, died Tuesday after a long illness. Don't miss a beat. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular videos. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. And DJ Dr. Rock, one of the groups DJs died, reportedly due to natural causes, in 1996. Probably the biggest street dance I remember is Dr. Rock playing to a huge crowd of well over 1,000 people as we awaited the arrival of our special guest, Spuds McKenzie, the official mascot of Bud Light, he said. Antoine "TCD" Lundy battled Lou Gehrig's disease before his passing in 1998, and one of their DJs, DJ Dr. Rock, died in 1996 from natural causes. Please reset your password. The group then released the album Moments in Time in 1994, but failed to chart or produce any hits. In a way, it was a blessing. DJ E-Z Rock of 'It Takes Two' Fame Dead at 46 - Rolling Stone Met Gala 2023: Everything We Know About the Theme, Hosts and Pharrell & Fran (The Nanny) Drescher Push to Stop the Use Brian McKnight Fans Slam Him for Ignoring Biological Children. DJ E-Z Rock, died at age 46 on Sunday, April 27, a spokesperson confirmed to Rolling Stone; his cause of death is not yet known. Oops, something didn't work. They had a string of R&B hits through the 1980s, but their only song to hit #1 on the pop charts was the ballad "Tender Love," which was featured in the movie Krush Groove. The-sun.comis your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sport news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. We Publish News 24/7. "He always had a big smile and a great laugh.". The group began performing on Times Square, New York City street corners and during trips on the Staten Island ferry.