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Yesterday, Wesley Willis passed away (Rolling Stone Article), succumbing to Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia at the age of 40. An independent musician and native of Chicago, he astounded and amazed the indie rock world with his absurd, brazen, and comical songs, first played on the street with only his voice an an old Technics keyboard. His unique style was a favorite of groups like the Dead Kennedys and Smashing Pumpkins, with his biggest fan being Jello Biafra himself.

He will be remembered as a hilarious and entertaining aspect of punk rock. He embodied persistence, individuality, and the spirit of doing what you love, no matter what people think about it. Rock on Chicago, rock on Wesley Willis.

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