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MC Skibadee dead – Tributes pour in as Jungle and Drum'n'Bass MC dies aged 54
28.02.2022 - 12:19 / ok.co.uk
MC Skibadee, the hit Jungle and Drum'n'Bass MC, has sadly died at the age of 54. The musician's real name was Alfonso Bondzie and he became a huge hit in the '90s, and a true icon on the scene. The star's family announced the sad news of his death on social media, as one of his children was tasked with letting his fans know.
"Hello everyone," they began. "As Alphonso's first born I unfortunately come with some sad news to say that Skibadee has passed away. "As a family we ask for some privacy but may he rest in peace." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter The statement was followed by three red heart emojis.
MC Skibadee first began his career playing on City Sound Radio back in 1993. When his career took off, the star became known for providing some of the freshest hip hop beats and was one of the first to combine Drum'n'Bass with the music style. He also was a pioneer in the industry who created a double-time effect in the late '90s.
In more recent years, the star was a member of the band SASASAS. Fellow musicians took to Twitter to share their condolences and share messages for the MC's family. So Solid Crew legend Lisa Maffia was shocked at the news, as she told her followers: "Not to sure what to say! Another pioneer gone! "My heart goes out to your beautiful daughters, family and friends.
"DnB finest @therealskibagram I’m sorry to hear this news. Rest well sir #skiba #RIP," she added. "RIP Skibadee.
Can’t believe Im writing this right now. Had some amazing times with him on stage over the years. An absolute legend of our scene and will be remembered forever," DJ Friction wrote.
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Hello everyone, as Alphonsos first born i unfortunately come some with sad news to say that skibadee has passed away, as a family we ask for some privacy but may he rest in peace ❤️❤️❤️Posted by MC Skibadee on Sunday, February 27, 2022Born in Waterloo, London, the musician (real name Alfonso Bondzie) got his start on City Sound Radio around 1993. By the end of 1995 he was a resident for pirate station Kool FM and a regular at events such as Thunder & Joy, Johnson & Johnsons, Spirit of the Jungle, and more.Two years later, he and MC Det launched a new project called 2Xfreestyle, which saw them merge drum ‘n’ bass tempos with hip-hop beats, therefore creating a double-time effect.
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