REST IN PEACE — Iz The Wiz

 (November 30, 1958 – June 17, 2009)

– Michael Martin (Iz The Wiz; The Master Blaster) passed away yesterday from heart failure, very unfortunate news. For those of you who do not know, Iz The Wiz is and always will be one of New York’s most talented Graffiti artists. Known for his subway tagging. A Legend, A Pioneer, An ambassador. Beginning his Graffiti writing journey in 1972, Iz the Wiz stayed true to himself and his community. A very influential artist, forever remembered and never forgotten.

myspace profile; iz the wiz

Wayman Tisdale dies at age 44

“Wherever Wayman Tisdale went, whatever he was doing, chances were he was smiling.” -sify

–don’t take life for granted.

via; espn

Rip; Dolla

Another young man taken when so much was in store, however, there is a plan for us all. May all his family, friends, and fans come to a state of peace.

rest in peace Roderick Anthony Burton II aka “Dolla” (Konvict Muzik)

more of the story; here

smh via-official site “Get up close and personal with Dolla’s rocky past and his promising future. ” — maaan…

Happy Birthday Aaliyah Dana Haughton

January 16, 1979 – August 25, 2001

It’s been a while since she’s passed; I’m not going to go into detail. but Happy Birthday & you’ll always be missed…

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