Hip-Hop has lost yet another MC this month. Broadway of Strictly Roots and the reputation of Boogie Down Productions was gone.
As spotted on HipHopDXone half of the Bronx duo is no longer with us. On Saturday, September 7, DJ Premier broke the bad news via his Instagram Story when he shared a video featuring the MC. Media personality Desus also recognized the performer on X, formerly known as Twitter. “tear Broadway from hard roots. bx mc, valley legend” he wrote.
Born Dion Barnes, Strickly Roots scored their single “Beg No Friends” with Grand Puba and Fat Joe. The song would be played on local radio and very influential Video Music Box demonstration. Later in 1996, Broadway would go solo and release his single 'Must Stay Paid' produced by KRS-ONE. Broadway was the son of Reggae singer Sugar Minott. At this time, Broadway's cause of death is unknown.
You can watch the video for “Beg No Friends” below.