Fool’s Gold Records Co-Founder, Dust La Rock, Dead At 38

Joshua Prince aka Dust La Rock, co-founder of Fool’s Gold Records along with A-Trak and Nick Catchdubs, passed away today. He was 38. The cause of death is currently unknown.

Prince was the creative force behind the electronic/hip-hop label from 2007-2012 as art director and chief designer. He created artwork for A-Trak, Action Bronson, Duck Sauce and Danny Brown, including Danny Brown’s XXX and Duck Sauce’s ‘Barbara Streisand’ (below).

The news was revealed via the label’s Instagram. A-trak, Just Blaze and more also took to social media to express their sentiments over their late friend.

 

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of original Fool’s Gold co-founder and art director Joshua Prince, aka Dust La Rock. His singular talent and uncompromising vision set a foundation for our label as a beacon for artists. He will be missed dearly by the Fools Gold family and the creative community at large. #RIPDustLaRock

A photo posted by Fool’s Gold Records (@foolsgoldrecs) on Feb 2, 2015 at 4:43pm PST 

 

Lost one of my dearest friends today. RIP Joshua Prince aka Dust La Rock, original Fool’s Gold co-founder… Art director for myself, Fool’s Gold and Duck Sauce. You helped define so much of what I stand for. Love you man. Still can’t believe this.

A photo posted by A-Trak (@atrak) on Feb 2, 2015 at 4:45pm PST