Sun 27 Mar 2011
Rest In Peace: Corey “DJ Megatron” McGriff (Update: Funeral Details)
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(More than just co-workers…family, from left to right: Lenny Green, DJ Juanyto, Monse, Young Savv, and DJ Megatron)
UPDATE:
The Home Going for Corey ” Megatron” McGriff.The services will be as followed:
International Christian Center (ICC)1501 Richmond Ave.Staten Island, NY 10314
718.494.5433
The viewing will be Monday, April 4th, 2011 from 12pm-2pm & 6pm-8pm
The Funeral will be Tuesday, April 5th, 2011 at 10am
This just makes no sense. Early Sunday morning, Corey McGriff aka DJ Megatron was shot and killed near his home in Staten Island. He was 32 years old.
Mega was a former co-worker of mine at Hot97, where he was Fatman Scoop’s board engineer, and when Scoop moved to mid-days, Megatron took over the overnight slot. He also showed his diversity as an on-air personality for BET’s 106th and Park. And if you ask any of the shocked and saddened Hot97 family, you’ll hear the same thing over and over…Mega was such a nice guy, always happy to chat, and genuinely interested in how you were doing. But what I remember most about Mega is that when I would come in, bleary-eyed at 5:30 in the morning, bracing myself for the morning show….Mega would be finishing up his shift, and preparing to drive from NYC to Philly for his other radio gig. But even at that hour, his enthusiasm was a reminder…of how lucky we were to be working with the music we loved, with the people who inspired us.
That’s what Megatron shared. Our condolences go out to his family, and the 3 children he leaves behind.
Read more about the tragic death of DJ Megatron via New York Daily News and NY1,. Also check out DJ Juanyto‘s memorial photos and videos at IFWT.
Watch Megatron’s cameo in Cam’ron’s Killa Season DVD…
DJ Megatron in Cam’s Killa Season.
March 27th, 2011 at 8:50 pm
I woke up to this horrible news….that was the homie for real. Him, Juanyto, Mikey D all the guys my people rocked with and grinded with over the yrs… Those behind the scenes guys that are NOW getting their shine.
We were so proud at seeing Mega fulfilling his dream.
RIP Man…..we’re gonna hold ya memory down….
http://bit.ly/eDBDiB
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March 27th, 2011 at 8:51 pm
Damn rip
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March 27th, 2011 at 8:54 pm
definitely a terrible thing. but to see some of the comments people are leaving via the Daily News’ article is just disheartening.
We as people have so far to go when it comes to the basic functional principles of humanity.
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Mista Fantastic Reply:
March 27th, 2011 at 9:48 pm
Complete & total co-sign on that one! A man… A FATHER, a son, a friend, a HUMAN BEING murdered & all you see is hate filled rants against young Blacks & Hip Hop. And some of them by other minority groups as well man! Truly disgusting!
To be honest I knew who he was & saw him before but the moment you say 106 & Park my mind goes numb so i never really took him seriously. I kinda wish I would’ve now. God Bless him & his family! A terrible loss…
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March 27th, 2011 at 9:52 pm
nice to read what others who knew him have to say. Mega was a wonderful person, his smile and personality was magnetic… he is a true friend… and will be truly missed
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March 27th, 2011 at 11:38 pm
My condolences 2 his children n family. He was my friend and I will truly miss u. Now I have 2 angels lookn out for me U & Keisha. Ppl who r sayn negative things keep it 2 urself the man is no longer here to defend himself, if u had an issue with him u shoulda handle it when he was here. He’s gone now so leave it alone.
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March 27th, 2011 at 11:41 pm
Senseless killings just make me shake my head like why people would go to that certain extent.
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March 28th, 2011 at 12:18 am
Man, i used to listen to him on Hot 97. I cant believe that his life was taken just like that.
I hope whoever did this to him, whenever they are caught, if they ever get caught, they are made an example out of. And that means, in the worst way possible. Rest in piece Megatron
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March 28th, 2011 at 7:14 pm
It’s just sad how people always tun around killing each other for no reason. (SMH.) R.I.P. Megatron
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Taniya Reply:
March 28th, 2011 at 7:15 pm
That’s run my bad
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March 28th, 2011 at 8:36 pm
Yeah that sucks, RIP mega, countless times in the car early in the morning on my way home from a party or club or chillin, smokin an L listening to Mega on Hot 97.
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March 29th, 2011 at 1:43 am
I live in the UK but have family in NY, I knew of him through various contacts. On the behalf of my collective and crew in the UK, we send our love and condolences to his immediate and extended family. We hate to see natural talent cut short like that, we truly share your pain.
One Love
DJ Spykatcha
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April 1st, 2011 at 11:53 pm
I worked with Mega in Boston and consider it an honor to say he was a friend. My condolences to his family. Rest in Peace, Corey! You will truly be missed!
M@$
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April 5th, 2011 at 11:49 am
He was one of the kindest and most considerate person that I have ever known.
Always willing to help someone else with their hopes and dreams. One of his favorite expressions was Patience, Persistance and Prayer. I am blessed to have known him. I will send money for your children My Friend. RIP Mega. I will never forget you.
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April 15th, 2011 at 4:20 am
Rip Mega im so sorry this world is so full of hate and violence and I feel even worse that your life was cut so short but hopefully now your at peace and resting in love RIL
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