It has been apparent to many of us who have been following the Guru story that the words and statements coming from Guru’s production partner Solar have seemed a bit odd and unrealistic. Solar who was at Guru’s beside throughout this whole ordeal was denying visitation to family members and close peoples of Guru, including the Gang Starr camp. Once news hit of Guru’s passing, the statement that Solar released saying it was Guru’s last words apparently could not have been from his mouth as it has come to light that he was in a coma since February and never regained conciousness. This statement that was recently released by a family member I think clarifies and supports everyones convictions that Solar had his own agenda and was basically full of shit!!
Keith Elam’s sister Patricia Elam sent this to DJ Premier and asked that it be distributed to all media outlets…..
The Elam family wishes to thank the fans of our son/brother/father uncle/nephew/cousin Keith aka GURU for the outpouring of love, concern and support.
Our hearts are broken by the loss of someone we loved so much. GURU was devoted to his young son, who will most keenly feel his absence.
GURU suffered from multiple myeloma for over a year. Accrued complications from this illness led to respiratory failure and cardiac arrest. As a result, GURU was in a coma from mid February until his death and never regained consciousness. Early on the morning of April 19th, he became hypertensive due to low blood pressure. He again went into cardiac arrest and slipped away from us.
GURU died far too young but he was, and we are, proud of all his many legendary musical contributions.
The family is not aware of any foundations established by GURU. We know and understand that countless fans want to express their condolences and love and, to that end, we are planning a memorial event in the near future that will be all-inclusive. Please look for further details from the family as they become available.
from The Elam Family
Letter courtesy of DJ Premo’s Blog
