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The Source Magazine Remembers Whodini’s Ecstasy Two Years Later

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On this date two years ago, John “Ecstasy” Fletcher of the legendary rap duo Whodinia passed away suddenly in the presence of his family. Ecstasy was only 56 years old. As a member of Whodini alongside his partners Jalil and Grandmaster D, Ecstasy stood out as one half of Whodini’s smooth, mature lyricism coupled with […]

Today in Hip-Hop History: Whodini Dropped Their Self Titled Debut Album 39 Years Ago

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On this date in 1983, pioneering rap trio Whodini, who then was sans DJ Grandmaster D, released their self-titled debut album Whodini on the Jive Records imprint. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Produced primarily by Grammy-nominated British producer and composer Thomas Dolby, Whodini’s first album never really saw any commercial success, however, the album’s “Magic […]

Gucci Mane Salutes Hip Hop Royalty Whodini With “Fake Friends” Track

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ATL trap legend Gucci Mane has dug in the crates and come up with his own rendition of the classic Whodini track “Friends” called “Fake Friends”, in which he tells his own stories of disloyalty from “friends in greed.” Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Yesterday, Gucci shared a clip of the video, which features his […]

Today in Hip-Hop History: Whodini Dropped Their Self Titled Debut Album 38 Years Ago

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On this date in 1983, pioneering rap trio Whodini, who then was sans DJ Grandmaster D, released their self-titled debut album Whodini on the Jive Records imprint. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Produced primarily by Grammy-nominated British producer and composer Thomas Dolby, Whodini’s first album never really saw any commercial success, however, the album’s “Magic […]

John “Ecstasy” Fletcher of Whodini Passes Away at 56

John "Ecstasy" Fletcher of Whodini Passes Away at 56

John Fletcher of hip-hop group Whodini has passed away, Billboard reports. Fletcher was known on stage as Ecstasy and wore a trademark Zorro hat on stage. He was 56-years-old at the time of death. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information “The African and Native American ancestors have gathered around and chosen this day, during the Winter […]

Today in Hip-Hop History: Whodini Drops Their Self Titled Debut Album 37 Years Ago

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On this date in 1983, pioneering rap trio Whodini, who then was sans DJ Grandmaster D, released their self-titled debut album Whodini on the Jive Records imprint. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Produced primarily by Grammy-nominated British producer and composer Thomas Dolby, Whodini’s first album never really saw any commercial success, however, the album’s “Magic […]

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