John Fletcher, also known as Ecstasy, of the pioneering hip-hop group Whodini, has died at 56.
No cause of death has been given.
“One Love to Ecstasy of the Legendary #Whodini,” the drummer andTonight Showbandleader wrote.
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“This man was legendary and a pivotal member of one of the most legendary groups in hip hop.
This is sad man.”
Wrote Q-Tip of A Tribe Called Quest, “RIP to Ecstasy from Whodini.
One of the most under appreciated voices in hip hop.
Too many hits!”
I tended to be nervous looking at 15,000 fans in front of me every night.
There were 2 MCS that directly mentored my calm that summer.
1 was @RealDougEFresh, the other was Ecstasy of Whodini.
Always there to reassure w advice [and] tips #RestInBeats."
