Rest In Peace - Tony D



Footage of New Jersey’s Tony D reminiscing about his work with YZ, Poor Righteous Teacher etc - the producer tragically passed away following a car crash this past weekend.

via Ryan Proctor http://oldtothenew.wordpress.com/

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