Adam Yauch

1964 - 2012

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Biography

Adam Yauch, also known as MCA, was an American musician, rapper, and founding member of the pioneering hip-hop group Beastie Boys. Born in Brooklyn, New York in 1964, Yauch played a vital role in shaping the group's musical direction, contributing his distinctive voice and socially conscious lyrics to their acclaimed albums. Beyond his music career, Yauch was a prominent advocate for Tibetan independence and co-founded the Milarepa Fund to support Tibetan causes. His untimely death in 2012 at the age of 47 left a significant impact on the music industry and his devoted fans.