Adam Ramey, the OG singer and founder of Dropout Kings, sadly passed away after a “long and painful battle with addiction” on Monday. The dude was just 31 years old. It’s a real bummer, man.
What Happened
Ramey decided to take his own life a mere five days before his 32nd birthday. His sister-in-law, Jamie Varner, set up a GoFundMe page to help out with expenses and support his family during this tough time. She described Ramey as more than just a brother-in-law, but as a true brother who always had her back. Not gonna lie, sounds like he was a pretty rad guy.
The Impact
The news of Ramey’s passing hit his bandmates hard. They shared how life can throw you some crazy curveballs and how they were blessed to chase their dreams together as Dropout Kings. The guitarist, Rob Sebastian, expressed his love for Ramey and how he wished things could go back to how they were. The group’s emcee, Eddie “Black Cat Bill” Wellz, thanked everyone for their love and support during this incredibly tough time.
The Legacy
Dropout Kings was formed in Phoenix back in 2016 and their vibe was like a mix of rap and rock, kinda like Linkin Park and Limp Bizkit. They dropped three albums since 2018 and some of their tracks like “Unholy,” “Glitch Gang,” and “I Ain’t Depressed” have gotten millions of listens. Ramey brought a ton of energy to every show and his presence was unforgettable. His bandmates and family are determined to keep his memory alive and support his wife and son as they navigate through this loss.
The Response
The GoFundMe page set up to help Ramey’s family has already raised over $40,000, which is pretty awesome. If you wanna show some love and support, you can donate to help cover funeral costs and set up a college fund for his son, Jude. It’s times like these that really show how a community can come together to support one another, you know?
If you’re going through a rough patch or having some dark thoughts, it’s important to reach out for help. You can call 1-888-NYC-WELL in New York City for confidential crisis counseling. And if you’re outside the city, you can dial the National Suicide Prevention hotline at 988 or visit SuicidePreventionLifeline.org. It’s okay to not be okay, and there are people out there who can help you through it.
