Pro Era rapper Capital Steez passed at 19 [News]

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Posted Dec 24th, 2012 by @KassKills | 0 Comments

Brooklyn, NY – It’s a sad day for some in the hip hop community as Pro Era emcee Capital Steez has reportedly passed away. Reports began to surface of the 19-year-old’s suicide after Steez – born Jamal Dewer – tweeted “The End.” early December 24.

Capital Steez

Friend and Pro Era bro, Joey Bada$$ took to his Twitter to express his sadness:

“This unfortunate xmas eve.. Lost a best friend, a brother, a pro, a partner. Letting go is never easy.. May ur soul rest in peace Jamal..”

HipHopCanada had the pleasure of interviewing Steez while on The Smokers Club Tour in Vancouver. Team Heartbreak and HHC would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Jamal Dewer. He will be remembered fondly and may he Rest In Peace.

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Posted by @KassKills

Born in Ontario but raised on the West coast, Kass is currently located in the wonderfully diverse East side of Vancouver. With a passion for all things creative KassKills is a hair stylist by day and HipHopCanada's West Coast Regional Editor by night. Along with that she takes on the role of stylist and social network sweetheart to her media productions company, Team Heartbreak as well as occasional writer for Abort Magazine. Throughout her journey she has had the opportunity to interview and photograph some amazing artists including Sheek Louch, Noreaga, Black Milk, Kool Keith and JD Era.