Just as I was reminiscing about how the Beastie Boys helped get me into music when I was a wee little one, some sad news regarding the hip-hop titans has been announced. Adam Yauch has been diagnosed with cancer, and the Beastie Boys have canceled all of their upcoming tour dates, which featured headlining spots at many prominent summer festivals.

Here is a statement from the band:

Adam “MCA” Yauch of Beastie Boys was diagnosed last week as having a cancerous tumor in his left parotid (salivary) gland. Luckily it was caught early and is localized in one area, and as such is considered very treatable. It will however require surgery and several weeks of additional treatment. Fortunately the cancer is not in a location that will affect Yauch’s vocal chords. Beastie Boys have canceled all upcoming concert appearances to allow time for Yauch’s surgery and recovery. The release of the band’s forthcoming album Hot Sauce Committee Part 1 will also be pushed back.

Paraphrasing from a video statement on www.Beastieboys.com, Yauch said, “I just need to take a little time to get this in check, and then we’ll release the record and play some shows. It’s a pain in the neck (sorry had to say it) because I was really looking forward to playing these shows, but the doctors have made it clear that this is not the kind of thing that can be put aside to deal with later.”

Team Buzzgrinder sends its thoughts and prayers out to Yauch and his family. Get well soon, MCA.

3 Responses to “Adam Yauch Has Cancer, Beastie Boys Cancel Shows”

1. On 07/20/09 5:57 PM, ryan. said:

   

   bummer. sad day.

2. On 07/20/09 8:44 PM, Shawn Bradley said:

   

   thoughts and prayers with MCA for a speedy recovery

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