Whodini rapper John “Ecstasy” Fletcher has died at the age of 56.
The musician and journalist Questlove broke the news on Wednesday afternoon.
“A love for the ecstasy of the legendary #Whodini,” he said.
“This man was legendary and was an essential member of one of the most legendary hip hop groups. This is a sad man. “
Ecstasy formed the band Whodini with Jalil Hutchins in Brooklyn, New York, in 1982, before DJ Grandmaster Dee joined in 1986.
The trio was responsible for the hits “The Haunted House of Rock”, “Friends” and “Freaks Come Out at Night”.
The group received the Hip Hop Icon award at the third annual edition of the Black Music Awards in 2018.
Following the news of his death, several artists appeared on social networks to share their condolences.
Ice Cube posted a photo of the artist, writing: “Thank you ecstasy for showing us how to do it. RIP. “
Rapper Jermaine Dupri shared a video of Fletcher, with the caption: “God, it hurts so much, I can’t even believe I’m posting this, Ex you know I love you thank you for every word, every conversation in every good time, your soul to rest in power #whodini q. “
“RIP to Ecstasy from http: //Whodini.one of the most appreciated voices in hip hop. Too many hits! Condolences to his fame “, wrote the rapper Q-Tip.
