R.I.P. Robert Michael Reed
From Take Me Out To The GoGo Magazine:
“Robert Michael Reed -aka- Syke Dyke of Trouble Funk passed away at 10:42 last night of Pancreatic Cancer at the age of 50.
For those who don’t know, Dyke founded Trouble Funk in 1977. He served as musician and vocals for many Trouble Funk tunes…including probably one of his most notible signature rap delivery in the song “Pump Me Up.” Funeral Arrangements and info will be forthcoming…”
There’s lots more info on the message board.
April 14th, 2008 at 2:57 pm
[...] Just caught the news from Upset the Setup via City Paper. [...]
April 14th, 2008 at 4:02 pm
Rest In Peace Rob…..This man taught me all that I know about the go-go industry. He taught me how to count measures, he taught me how to lead talk, he taught me breakdowns and bridges. etc. Im 23 now and he taught me when I was 9. I have nothing but respect for Rob man and will be happy when I meet him in heaven. REST IN PEACE ROB, I MISS U ALREADY JO…….Lil Al aka Lil Zo(X-rated Band, Nu-Styles Band)
April 14th, 2008 at 4:18 pm
[...] Washington City Paper reports: [...]
April 14th, 2008 at 7:22 pm
RIP ROB. GO GO will never die.
UPSET THE SETUP
DC STAND UP
April 15th, 2008 at 1:00 am
[...] R.I.P. Robert Michael Reed. Upset the Setup drops the youtube tribute. Black Plastic Bag should have more on this soon or for [...]
April 15th, 2008 at 8:25 pm
Go-Go(what we called him at FED EX)was a wonderful person who ALWAYS had a smile on his face!! I will miss you!!! RIP
April 21st, 2008 at 5:30 pm
[...] 6. R.I.P. Robert Michael Reed by Jason Cherkis (Black Plastic Bag) [...]
April 24th, 2008 at 2:17 pm
thanks for supporting my uncle’s music much love.
May 15th, 2008 at 9:14 pm
[...] like “Pump Me Up,” “Hey Fellas,” and “Trouble Funk Express.” [Black Plastic Bag / [...]