Ray Jacobs, also known as AUGUST 08, has died, according to his label Def Jam Recordings. He was 31.
“The entire Def Jam family mourns the tragic loss of Ray ‘ August 08′ Jacobs,” the label said in an Instagram post on August 29. “A brilliant songwriter, accomplished musician, and one-of-a-kind artist, August will be remembered as a beloved colleague and friend.” We express our heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.”
The reason for death has not been disclosed.
88Rising, Jacobs’ previous management before joining Def Jam Recordings, acknowledged his death on Instagram, writing, “It is with great sadness that we mourn the loss of Ray Jacobs, also known as AUGUST 08.”
“RIP August, the kindest and most talented genius you will be missed beyond words,” 88Rising wrote on August 29. “Thank you for being an incredible mentor and a steadfast friend all these years.” We will be eternally grateful to you for the joy you brought into every room with every song. Your energy, advice, and concern provided so much inspiration and strength that will last forever.”
Ray Jacobs, also known as AUGUST 08, has died, according to his label Def Jam Recordings. He was 31.
“We will miss you so much, August,” 88Rising said, praising Jacobs for “helping us be brave.”
Born in South Los Angeles, Jacobs became interested in music through his family. “I first got into music because my cousin in Reako had fruity loops,” he told Wonderland Magazine in November 2021, referring to the now-defunct music software FL Studio, “and I spent the summer at his house making beats for fun and I got hooked.”
According to i-D, he released his first songs, titled “Funeral,” “Lately,” and “Spiral,” in 2018, the same year he joined 88Rising. By 2022, Jhené Aiko had recognized his abilities and signed him to Allel Sound, her joint venture with Def Jam Recordings.
Ray Jacobs, also known as AUGUST 08, has died, according to his label Def Jam Recordings. He was 31.
“August is an incredible writer, singer, and artist whose music speaks to me on so many levels,” Aiko told Variety then. “I am so proud of him as a fellow Los Angeles native.” August’s talent, passion for music, and hands-on commitment to his work are all things I can connect to and admire.”
Jacobs later collaborated with Aiko on his 2022 tune “Water Sign,” and he co-wrote DJ Khaled’s “I’m the One” and Wale’s “Fashion Week.”
Jacobs released the single “Bruises” on June 16 and supported Aiko at her Toyota Arena event on August 05. “Thank you to everyone who came out last night to see me support my family @jheneaiko!” he tweeted on August 06. “Hope to see you all soon.”
While Aiko has yet to officially address Jacobs’ death, her partner, Big Sean, expressed his condolences on his Instagram Story, adding, “can’t believe this.”
SOURCE – (Enews)
