JumpinJack AJ Posted July 7, 2010 Report Share Posted July 7, 2010 I like that it's leaving an option for them to do something 2gether in the future but that they aren't doing something just 2 do it... --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Run DMC Reunion Update from DMC TheBoomBox.com On March 1, Roots drummer Questlove announced the lineup for the group's upcoming Third Annual Roots Picnic. Quest posted a Twitvid revealing that performers at the June 5 show would include the Clipse, Vampire Weekend and Das Racist, in addition to a special reunion performance. "This is a reunion we thought we would never get," Quest said. "We've been waiting to make this reunion happen for the longest, it's so incredible, I don't even want to tell you who it is," he finished, before throwing on a thick gold chain, a black hat and striking a pose, which hinted that Run-DMC would take the stage this summer. The video sent the blogosphere buzzing with news that the remaining members of the legendary hip-hop group would take the stage this summer, but when The BoomBox caught up with Run-DMC member Darryl Matthew McDaniels -- aka D.M.C. -- in New York City on Thursday, April 15, the emcee squashed all hopes of a reunion in the near future. "That's not gonna happen," McDaniels told The BoomBox. "For me, personally, I'll put it like this...As of now, a reunion is possible, but it's really got to make bigger sense, because a lot of people say Run-DMC was much more than just a rap group to them." McDaniels went on to explain that a reunion performance would disrespect the legacy of the late Jam Master Jay, who was murdered in a Queens, New York, recording studio in 2002. "People hit me with all the groups that did get back together after death, but I just feel I can't replace my drummer. Do you really want to see me and Run running around without Jay back there? With some other DJ? It'll be disrespectful," McDaniels said. "I didn't get into this for show business, I didn't get into this to be famous, I didn't even get into this to be the best rapper in the world." "After John Lennon got killed, did the Beatles get back together?" he asked, trying to express the emotional stress that a reunion would trigger. "So if they say Run-DMC are the Beatles of hip-hop, Public Enemy are the Rolling Stones and then you go down the line, with Jay-Z as the Sinatra, etc, we would be doing a disservice to our own legacy if we get back together now," he said. "We can probably get back together, but it's got to be in a different form. So it's not going to happen yet." McDaniels, who has been an active advocate for children charities in recent years, is currently at work on his second solo album, 'Origins of Block Music,' which is slated for a summer release. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DevilsJim89 Posted July 7, 2010 Report Share Posted July 7, 2010 I would love to see a reunion of Run-DMC but not just a show, some new material. I completely understand what hes saying about disrespecting JMJ but it doesnt mean to rule out new music completely. Matter of fact, Run DMC's last album (Crown Royal, 2001) was pretty good and JMJ was only involved in 3 tracks. With the right production, itd be nice to hear new Run DMC. Hook up with Jermaine Dupri again too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigted Posted July 8, 2010 Report Share Posted July 8, 2010 (edited) I actually think if Run-Dmc continued to tour and make music together it'd actually be an honor to JMJ's legacy, just like when KRS-ONE decided to keep rapping after his DJ Scott Larock was murdered in 1987 Edited July 8, 2010 by bigted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumpinJack AJ Posted July 8, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2010 I agree with both of u. I understand why they retired Run-DMC but at the same time, I think occasional project (album, tour) would only be honoring JMJ. They don't need a new DJ. They could do their shows with a live band or just rap to a backtrack of their classic beats. One other thought, doesn't one of JMJ's sons DJ? I just know that is TLC's number 1 fan (sorry, Julie) I love seeing footage of them performing their hit songs, full with old and new dances with Left Eye doing her thing on the concert screens. Life is much better knowing they are still active instead of hanging up the mics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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