Adam Ramey, lead singer and founder of the rap-metal band Dropout Kings, died at age 32 on Monday (May 19th). His death was announced by the band, with no reason given for his passing.
Dropout Kings’ posted the following to their Facebook page:
“Adam Lee Ramey
5.24.92 – 5.19.25
Life comes at you in ways you can never predict. The rollercoaster of chasing your dreams and building with your brothers and friends is a joy few get to know in the most genuine sense and one we were beyond blessed to experience with one another as Dropout Kings. Even still, we cannot always expect things to go the way we dream nor can we understand just how special each moment with our friends and family are until those moments are memories. With the heaviest hearts, we share that our brother, Adam Ramey has passed away. His passion, energy, and love for music shaped Dropout Kings and touched countless lives. We’re devastated to say the least, but Adam’s spirit, charisma and energy will not only forever inspire us, but will push us into the future to be the best that we can. We appreciate you all during this time and know he absolutely did as well for all the times we’ve shared. Thank you for everything, Chip. Rest in power, Adam. We’ll always love you fam.”
After his previous band The Bad Chapter had broken up, Ramey formed the new group Phoenix Down with rapper Eddie Wellz and others in 2016. The next year, they changed their name to Dropout Kings.
The band has released two albums, 2018’s AudioDope and 2023’s Riot Music, scoring a Top 40 Mainstream Rock hit with the song “Virus” in 2021.
According to Setlist.fm, Ramey’s last show with Dropout Kings took place February 8th of this year at the Orpheum in Tampa, Florida. Per the band’s website, Dropout Kings had upcoming dates scheduled in late May and August.
In addition to fronting Dropout Kings, Ramey ran a publicity and management company called PUSH Digital Marketing.
Our condolences go out to Adam Ramey’s family, friends, and bandmates during this difficult time.
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