RIP Robert ‘Chilly B’ Crafton III of Newcleus

February 26th, 2010

l 23fe5f90a49d414da80f0fdaf4902d07 RIP Robert Chilly B Crafton III of Newcleus We are very sad to report the passing of Robert Crafton III of hip-hop electro pioneers, Newcleus.

“Chilly B Of Newcleus Passes Away At Age 47

Newcleus co-founder, writer, rapper, singer, keyboardist and bass player Robert Crafton III p/k/a Chilly B has passed away due to complications from a massive stroke. The stroke had left him brain dead and in a coma. On Tuesday, February 23rd the decision was made to remove him from life support and he passed on not long after.

Chilly B’s signature moments were his classic verse from “Jam On It”, his funky bass guitar licks from “Jam On Revenge (The Wikki Wikki Song)”, and his booming deep vocal and sizzling synthesizer solo from “Computer Age (Push The Button)”. In recent years he was involved in independent production, including working on a new Newcleus album, and touring with Newcleus.

He is survived by his wife Valerie and his sons Justin, Jason, Joshua and Isaiah.” -Newcleus Myspace

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“No More Runnin’” (mp3)
from “Jam On Revenge”
(Jam-On Recordings)