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Rob Base, Hip-Hop Pioneer, Passes Away

Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

Published
May 24, 2026
Duration
1:29
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May 24, 2026

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Rob Base, half of the iconic duo Rob Base and DJ E-Z Rock, has passed away at 59. Known for their groundbreaking 1988 hit It Takes Two, Rob Bases fusion of hip-hop and house music created a cultural phenomenon, reaching platinum status and inspiring generations. Remembered as a loving father and friend, his influence on music and culture endures. Support …

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Rob Base, half of the iconic duo Rob Base and DJ E-Z Rock, has passed away at 59. Known for their groundbreaking 1988 hit It Takes Two, Rob Bases fusion of hip-hop and house music created a cultural phenomenon, reaching platinum status and inspiring generations. Remembered as a loving father and friend, his influence on music and culture endures. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summ

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