Well this is pretty sad. And it also sort of explains a lot. Despite generally looking spry and flowing admirably for their years, recent Beastie Boys performances live and on television have revealed MCA to be a little more sluggish than the rest. Today comes some bad news that may help explain that: Adam Yauch has been diagnosed with “a cancerous tumor in his left parotid (salivary) gland.” The good news: it’s localized, totally treatable, and won’t affect his vocal chords. The bad news: it’s a fucking cancerous tumor and that just sucks. Our thoughts to you, MCA. But also, it’ll require surgery that’ll put the band out of commission for awhile, forcing them to cancel all upcoming tour dates and push back the release of their forthcoming Hot Sauce Committee Part 1. Here’s a message he filmed for you:
Godspeed to a healthy recovery, sir.
You Might Also Like
 Mike D Joins The Illin’ Hip-Hop Crossword Debate |  10 Classic Albums Released 10 Years Into A Band’s Career |  War Are Pissed About Rock HOF Snub |  GN’R, Beasties, RHCP Inducted Into Rock Hall Of Fame |
 |
 |
Since I am positive MCA and the rest of the B-Boys read Stereogum religiously, I am going to post my well wishes here:
Get well, Adam. My thoughts are with you.
Looking forward to the return of that raspy flow, get well soon Adam.
Get well man.
May the funk be with you.
Was looking forward to seeing them 3 times in the next 2 months. Really saddened by the news, on all accounts. Get well soon, Adam.
Wow that really blows. Hopefully it will all work out for the best.
That sucks! I was really looking forward to seeing these guys at APW, but I obviously understand that this is serious and demands he take time off.
Sending you so many positive thoughts that you beat this thing MCA.
My heart sunk when I heard this, but I’m so glad to hear they caught this early.
Get better Yauch!!!
Godspeed, indeed.
Very sad to hear. Get well soon, Adam.
So whatcha whatcha whatcha want? A cure for cancer please.
It’s noble to say sorry to us but he didn’t have to apologize. TAKE CARE OF YRSELF 1ST MAN, for real. All the best guys and here’s to your health.
Get well soon Adam! Hang in there and we hope to see you soon.