R.I.P Guru

A sad day yesterday as it was announced that Guru, one half of the duo highly regarded as pioneers of hip-hop, Gangstarr, passed away after a long battle with cancer.

See the article from the associated press.

Check out this DJ Premier fan blog to see the statements by Guru's sister and DJ Premier.

In rememberance I've embedded some of his tracks below...

...REST IN PEACE TO THE MAN WHO FELT “SATISFACTION FROM THE STREET CROWD REACTION” … I LOVE YOU GOO…… - DJ PREMIER