In Memoriam
Shock G of Digital Underground has passed away
Rapper/keyboardist legend, Shock G co-founder of Digital Underground has reportedly passed away at age 57.

Rapper/keyboardist legend, Shock G co-founder of Digital Underground has reportedly passed away. He was 57.
This news comes following the untimely passing of Black Rob and DMX.
Dead at 57
The rap legend was found dead Thursday in a hotel room in Tampa , according to his father, Edward Racker.
TMZ reports the cause of death is unclear but there were no signs of trauma. His father says authorities will conduct an autopsy.

Ice Cube on Shock G
Tributes
Fellow artists took to social media to express their shock and sadness over the news.
Rapper Ice Cube wrote, “RIP Shock-G/Humpty Hump. I remember when NWA’s road manager Atron said he had a group called Digital Underground. He played DOWHATCHALIKE video & I went crazy. I had to sample DU on JACKIN FOR BEATS and WHO’S THE MACK. And nobody had a better stage show. A true Bay Area original.”
About Shock G
Real name is Gregory Jacobs, was responsible for timeless hits including Digital Underground’s hit song, “The Humpty Dance.”
Shock also introduce the world to Tupac, as he was featured on the groups single “Same Song.”
In addition to his work with 2Pac, he produced songs for Dr. Dre, Prince and KRS-One, just to name a few.
Unheard Voices would like to send its condolences to Shock G’s family and loved ones.
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