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Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘He was so influential': East Point unveils monument for Rico Wade right near where he grew up
The city of East Point made a point to honor the late Rico Wade's contributions to the hip-hop industry on Friday in the spot where it all began -- with a monument in his honor. From the age of 13, Marqueze Ethridge and Wade were neighborhood friends, growing up together not far from the intersection of Delowe and Headland. 'We were the best of friends, like even before the music,' Ethridge said. 'He made you think anything was possible, and he was so influential.' It's that influence that's being honored now just outside of the Headland Plaza, where the music producer once worked, and a short walk to where he grew up. 'It has meaning and the path to success started here,' East Point City Councilwoman Sharon Shropshire said. RELATED STORIES: Rappers Killer Mike, Big Boi and André 3000 honor Rico Wade in Memorial Day post Killer Mike talks about super producer, Dungeon Family co-founder, Rico Wade and his impact in music Friends, family gather for funeral for Atlanta music icon Rico Wade Atlanta rap legend, Dungeon Family member Rico Wade dies at 52 Shropshire said it matters to have the monument in East Point. From the creation of Wade's Dungeon Family and Organized Noize, the monument symbolizes the contribution a person from that community made to the world. 'He met you where you were, and he made you greater,' Ethridge said. 'Without Rico Wade, there would be no Outkast, there would be no Goodie Mob, there would be no collaborations in songs with TLC, and the list goes on,' Shropshire said. Wade died of heart failure at the age of 52 last April. At the monument's dedication, Wade's childhood friend said he felt his presence and wants it to endure. 'That's the main thing. I don't want it to end today. I want generations after us, grandkids, grandkids-grandkids to know about this visionary,' Ethridge said. The Atlanta City Council said of Wade on a social media tribute: 'His contributions to hip-hop and production shaped the sound of generations and made our city the beacon of the modern hip-hop era.'
Axios
04-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
Celebrate 404 Day in Atlanta with these events
404 Day has arrived, and there's no shortage of celebrations happening around the city this weekend. Why it matters: 404 Day, which is named after the month and day that coincide with Atlanta's OG area code, celebrates the cultural hub of the Deep South. And y'all know there's nothing ATLiens like to do more than put our hometown pride on blast. 404 Day - Piedmont Park (Friday) From noon to 9pm, visitors can expect a DJ lineup that's "curated with meticulous care to deliver an unparalleled musical experience," according to the 404 Day website. You'll hear sounds from electronic dance artists, indie acts and everything in between. The free festival will include art and food and drink vendors. Sine Die 404 Day Block Party (Friday) Before you head to the state capitol to watch the last day of the legislative session, check out this gathering at Liberty Plaza where you'll be treated to music, food and family-friendly games. The fun begins at 1pm. Old Atlanta MegaMix Listening Party (Friday) Old heads, assemble: The Trap Music Museum has a night of nostalgia for you. The party, which starts at 8pm Friday, will give you a chance to hear the soundtrack to the "Bo Legs: Marvin Arrington, Sr., An Atlanta Story" documentary. Some of the artists on the soundtrack include Dungeon Family, Young Dro, Raheem the Dream, BlackOwned C-Bone and Pastor Troy. Official 404 Day After Party (Friday) 2Chainz will be at The Stave Room for a performance at 8pm Friday organized by the 404 Collective (Atlanta Influences Everything, ButterATL, Finish First, Trap Music Museum, etc.) 404 Day Parade (Saturday) What's a celebration without a parade? New this year, the inaugural procession steps off at 10am Saturday and runs along Peachtree Street from Ralph McGill Boulevard to Marietta Street. Celebrity softball game (Sunday)
