Beastie Boys Release Statement About Adam "MCA" Yauch's Death

The Beastie Boys have released a statement regarding the recent death of Adam "MCA" Yauch.

In 2009, it was announced that Yauch was being treated for a cancerous parotid gland and lymph node, but however at this point in time, it's not clear whether the rapper's death is related to his ongoing battle with cancer.