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West Coast Hip-Hop Pioneer P.E.A.C.E. of Freestyle Fellowship Dies
27 Oct
Summary
- Freestyle Fellowship rapper P.E.A.C.E. has passed away
- P.E.A.C.E. was a founding member of the pioneering alternative rap group
- Freestyle Fellowship was known for its underground conscious West Coast sound
In a tragic loss for the West Coast hip-hop community, Freestyle Fellowship rapper P.E.A.C.E. has passed away. The group confirmed the news in a heartfelt Instagram post over the weekend, describing P.E.A.C.E. as one of their "royal treasures" who will be sorely missed.
P.E.A.C.E., whose real name was Mtulazaji Davis, was a founding member of the pioneering alternative rap group Freestyle Fellowship. Formed in the late 1980s, the group broke through with their 1991 debut album "To Whom It May Concern..." and went on to release several acclaimed projects that showcased their underground conscious sound and unique style.
Freestyle Fellowship, which also included members Myka 9, Aceyalone, and Self Jupiter, was known for bringing a fresh perspective to West Coast rap. Their music offered a stark contrast to the gangsta rap that dominated the region at the time, instead focusing on intricate lyricism and a progressive, socially aware message.
P.E.A.C.E.'s passing has been met with an outpouring of grief and tributes from fellow artists and fans, who have hailed him as a true innovator and one of the best to ever touch the mic. His legacy as a founding member of Freestyle Fellowship will undoubtedly continue to inspire and influence the next generation of West Coast hip-hop.
