Chicago legend DJ Rashad has reportedly died, according to a tweet by Detroit’s DJ Godfather this evening claiming that the news was confirmed by sources close to the DJ. Although few details are known at this point, it is believed that the cause of death is a drug overdose. Godfather was scheduled to play tonight alongside Rashad and DJ Spinn at the Inhale Art Expo in Detroit.
DJ Rashad has been a key player in Chicago’s juke music scene with releases on Dancemania, Juke Trax, Planet Mu, and his own label, Ghettophiles. His latest album ‘Double Cup’ was released last October and he released an EP called ‘We On 1’ earlier this month. DJ Rashad maintained a busy touring schedule, joining friend Chance the Rapper on his tour.
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