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As we grow in reaching out to various parts of the world, we know there are many talented DJ’s that can be hired for Weddings,Parties and if needed Concerts. This current list of DJs was compiled by Al Pizarro himself.
All further additions will be made by recommendations ONLY. On the list below find
codes next to each DJs name. This will help you decide or review their skill set. These DJs
specialize in ALL genre's of Music.
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DJ's For ALL EVENTS
A = Can do Large event 5k of more
B = Can bring in stages for performances
C = Has transportation
D = Transportation not included
E = Celebrity DJ specializes in Hip Hop and mixes
F = Specializes in Hip Hop and mixes
G = All other music included
H = Can bring in Photo booths for event.
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DJ Kool Bob Ski
BX
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DJ Charlie Chase
Fl.
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DJ Tricky D
NY,NY
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DJ Flyy Grl
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DJ Mean Gene
C E G
BX
DJ Cut King
C F
DJ Baron Lopez
P.R.
A C E G
DJ Ultamate
BX
A D F
DJ WADE
Boston
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DJ Moet
N.C.
Orlando
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DJ K Star
BX
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Dj Lady D Nyce
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Dj Tommy Lee
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Commander DJ Latif
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DJ Lou Toro
N.J.
A C G H
C E F
DJ Superior
Yonkers
Mt.Vernon
Scratch Masta Jazzy G
BX
D F
Big Bad Sho
BX
C E F
DJ K L RockWell
BX
A B C E
DJ Jazzy Jay
BK
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DJ Ralphy
L.E.S
NY
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DJ BaxSpin
BX
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DJ EVIL DEE
DJ Evil Dee
Ewart C Dewgarde is better known
by his stage name of DJ Evil Dee. He
was born May 24 th , 1971, He is from
Brooklyn, New York. Co-motivator of
the 90’s Timberland Boots and army
fatigues movement, Evil Dee sealed
his fate in Hip-hop history beginning
with one of the most noted classic
Hip-hop albums, Black-Moon’s Enta
da Stage. Thirty-one years prior to
today’s success in Brooklyn, New
York native Ewart Dewgarde initially
started exploring music through the
influence of his mother, who was a
pianist. After perfecting the piano, he
realized he had a hunger for music.
He went on to study other forms of
music with the violin, guitar, bass,
organ and drums. While in high
school, DJ Evil Dee made a name for
himself as a DJ on college radio. By
the end of the 80’s, DJ Evil Dee was
working off a full plate. He was being
booked for parties playing for college
radio and Tokyo’s radio Bay Fm, to
promoting himself as a producer he
had come into his own name. DJ Evil
Dee is part of a production crew
called, “The Beatminerz” and is DJ to
the Legendary Hip-hop group “Black
moon”. Today evil Dee remains a
model of consistency. He Tours
globally with his group Black Moon
and as a beatminerz DJ Hip-hop
production work remains in high
demand and Beatminerz Radio can
be found online as the home page for
their social networking site.
Thank you, DJ Evil Dee, for all your
contributions to Hip-hop culture.
Peace and love always!
Lonnie Felder
DJ
FRANKIE
CUTLASS
DJ Frankie Cutlass
Frank Javiel Malave is better
known by his stage name DJ
Frankie Cutlass. Frankie Cutlass
was born and raised in New York
City’s Spanish Harlem. He is an
American DJ, Song Writer and
Remixer. He was a member of DJ
Funk flex’s DJ collective “The Flip
Squad. DJ Frankie Cutlass brother
inspired him to DJ, and he was the
first to use decks in the 1980’s at
the age of 12. Shortly after, DJ
Cutlass started working as a DJ at
local parties and clubs. DJ Frankie
Cutlass first hit the scene at the
age of 15 and one year later left
school to embrace a full-time
music career. He soon moved into
production and started working
with free style music. In 1994, DJ
Frankie Cutlass used his own
label, Hoody Records to produce
the Frankie Cutlass show, from
which his classic Hip-hop single
“Puerto Rico” charted at number
42. In the mid 90’s DJ Frankie
Cutlass started spinning at special
events and on the airwaves for
New York City’s Hot 97 radio
station. DJ Frankie Cutlass
interest had expanded into
production as well of leading him
to work with artist like Notorious
B.I.G, Uncle Luke, Fat Joe, Shaggy
and Mad Lion. In 1997 DJ Frankie
Cutlass released his second album
“Politics and Bullshit”, paying
tribute to old school rap and
featured artists such as Redman,
Busta Rhymes, Mobb Deep and
Fat Joe. Today DJ Frankie Cutlass
continues to-do shows mainly
spinning Free Style Music. Every
summer DJ Frankie Cutlass has
shows in New York City on a
yacht. DJ Frankie Cutlass can also
be seen on Monday nights on his
Facebook page spinning Free
Style music live at 8pm.
Thank you, DJ Frankie Cutlass, for
all your contributions to DJ and
the Hip-hop culture.
Love and Blessings
Lonnie Felder
SKRATCH BASTID
Paul Murphy better known by his
stage name of Skratch Bastid. He
was born on September 2 nd , 1982. he
is a Canadian DJ and record
producer. Skratch Bastid is a 3-time
scribble jam DJ battle winner. He is
the first -ever Canadian DJ to be
nominated for the Juno award for
producer of the year. He is originally
from Bedford, Nova Scotia. He has
released a collaborative album with
John Smith and Pip Skid, titled taking
care of business on his own label
“first things first records” in 2005 and
was the first-ever Canadian DJ to be
nominated for the Juno award for
instrumental album of the year. He is
a global ambassador and judge for
red bull’s annual thre3style DJ
competition. Since 2010, he has
hosted daytime block party style
events in various cities called Bastid’s
BBQ.
Thank you, DJ
Skratch Bastid, for all your
contributions to DJ and Hip-hop
culture.
Thank you to Hip-
hop Blvd for allowing me to be part of
your website.
Peace and Love
Lonnie Felder
DJ KOOL
DJ Kool
John W. Bowman Jr is better
known by his stage name of DJ
Kool. DJ Kool is an American DJ
and Rapper who produced several
popular rap singles in the late
1980’s. DJ Kool was born on
March 20 th , 1958, and grew up in
Washington DC. DJ Kool started
his Hip-hop career in 1977 in
Washington DC where he was
spinning first as a DJ on the local
party scene. He was influenced
from years of working the Go-Go
and rap circuits became apparent
in his music. In 1996, he released
the single “let me clear my throat”
on American recordings which
charted around the world
including the top 10 in the UK and
the Netherlands in March of 1997.
The song prominently features a
sample of the “900 number” by the
45 King. In 2003, DJ Kool
contributed to the song “hit the
floor” from the Macho Man Randy
Savage studio album, “Be a Man”.
In the Mid- 2000 he and Fatman
Scoop released the remix Rob
Base classic “it takes two”. DJ
Kool said, “because we’ve made it
50 years and they didn’t think that
we were going to make it 50 years
it means everything”. Today DJ
Kool continues to do shows
across the United States and does
DJ Gigs in the Washington DC
area.
Thank you, DJ Kool, for all your
contributions to the DJ and Hip-
hop culture.
Love and Blessings
Lonnie Felder
DAVY DMX
Davy Dmx known as David Franklin
Reeves Jr is an American DJ, and
producer. He has worked with Kurtis
Blow,Rundmc and the Fat boys. Davy
Dmx was born in the boogie down
Bronx. He was born October 3 rd ,
1960. When he was ten years old, his
family moved to the Hollis Queens
section of New York City. In the mid
70’s Davy Dmx taught himself how to
DJ. He became an associate of
Russell Simmons and Larry Smith,
and he formed a local rap group
called Solo Sounds in Hollis Queens
with DJ Hurricane and others. His
production skills led him to create
songs for several iconic artists,
including Run-Dmc, Kurtis Blow,
Spoonie Gee and Jimmy Spicer. As a
solo artis Davy Dmx released the
track (fresh) in 1983 under his own
name. This Hip-hop instrumental
featured unusual sound fragments
scratched against the beat leaving a
lasting impact. The beat one for the
treble has been sampled over 70
times by artists like Jay z, Kayne
West and LL Cool J.
Davy Dmx’s contributions to Hip-hop
continue to resonate and his
innovative beats remain a part of
music history.
Thank you, Hip-hop Blvd, for allowing
me to be part of your website.
Peace and Love
Lonnie Felder
DJ KAY SLAY
DJ Kay Slay
Keith Grayson we all know by his
stage name of DJ Kay Slay. He was
born on August 14 th , 1966. DJ Kay
Slay was an American DJ from the
Harlem section of New York City.
He was originally a prominent
graffiti artist, having been featured
in the 1983 Hip-hop documentary,
Style Wars. One of Grayson’s
better know tags was “Dez”. As a
youth involved in New York’s
flourishing Hip-hop scene, Keith
witness firsthand the ascent of
Legendary disc jockeys such as
Grandmaster Flash, Grand Wizard
Theodore and Kool DJ Red Alert in
the late 1970’s and 1980’s. In the
early years of life, he also met
long-time friend Sauce Money. DJ
Kay Slay released his debut
album, The Street Sweeper, vol 1
on May 20 th , 2003. In the summer of
2003, Kay Slay released a single,
accompanied by a music video, for
a song titled “too much for me”.
DJ Kay Slay was also known as
the “Drama King” aka slap your
favorite DJ hosting the late-night
drama hour on the influential radio
station Hot 97(WQHT 97.1 FM) for
more than two decades. As
mixtapes evolved from homemade
DJ blends on actual cassettes to a
semi-official promotional tool and
underground economy of CDs
sold on the street corners, in flea
markets, record stores, bodegas
and barbershop, DJ Kay Slay
advanced with the times,
eventually releasing his own
compilation albums on Columbia
Records. Once illicit and
unsanctioned, mixtapes now
represent a vital piece of music
streaming economy, with artists
and major labels releasing their
own album-like official showcases
that topped the Billboard charts.
April 17 th , 2022, DJ Kay Slay
passed away. Hip-hop really lost a
giant of a person on that day. He
will always be remembered for all
the greatness he achieved in the
Hip-hop culture.
Peace and Love Always
Lonnie Felder
My name is Lonnie Felder I grew up in the Wynnefield section of West Philadelphia. I’ve been surrounded by several pioneers of Hiphop. Will Smith ,Schooly d and Dj Jazzy Jeff to name a few. My love for hiphop came in the late 70’s . I would listen to lady b on the radio. As she would spin classic Hiphop from Newyork City.In my younger years I was fortunate to be a Dj. Mainly I was a Dj in my neighborhood. I remember going to the record store buying up all the new Hiphop 12’ records that were hot at the time. In college I studied video productions and later I studied mental health. For 20 years I worked as a Mental Health Tech at temple university hospital. I currently hold an associate degree from Philadelphia University in Mental Health.I’m currently retired and I look forward to working and learning from everyone at the Hiphop Blvd. I’m honored to be asked to be part of wonderful organization. Thank you
DJ TERMINATOR X
DJ Terminator X Norman Rogers Known Professionally as DJ Terminator X. He was born August 25 th , 1966, in Nassau County, New York. He is known as the producer, DJ of the legendary group Public Enemy. He has also produced two solo albums. The albums that he produced were “Terminator X and The Valley of the Jeep Beats” in 1991 and “Super Bad” in 1994. It featured among others Chuck D, Sister Souljah, Kool Herc and The Cold Crush Brothers. Due to his publicly reserved nature, it has been said that Terminator X speaks with his hands in reference to his adept scratching abilities. Terminator’s original stage name was DJ Mellow D. This was the name that was mentioned in the lyrics of the Public Enemy singe “Public Enemy #1”. The one that gave Terminator X his name was Chuck D. He stated he gave him the name because he was terminating all the nonsense and the X symbolized the unknown, a terminating of all the things we think we believe, that we really don’t know about. Terminator X quit Hip-hop scene in 2003 and has been running an ostrich farm in South Carolina. In 2013 Terminator X was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Public Enemy. Thank you, Terminator X, for all your contributions in the Hip-hop culture. Today Terminator X occasionally does DJ shows in the New York City Area. Peace and love always. Lonnie Felder
DJ ILLEGAL
DJ Illegal
Manuu Ruckert better known as DJ
Illegal. DJ Illegal is associated with
the German underground Hip-Hop
production team called the Snow
goons. He currently lives in the Bay
area, California. He grew up listening
to electronic and Techno music and
working as a software engineer since
the age of 22. At the age of 24 he
realized that he could use his techno
knowledge to express his own
personality. He has played his DJ set
in clubs located in Bangalore,
Munich, Phoenix, San Francisco and
San Jose. In DJ sets, DJ Illegal
played lots of tracks of his idols and
mixes with his own productions. At
the age of 27 he took his knowledge
on music production and started
learning how produce music. His
music production is influenced by
some amazing talents like Nakadia,
999999999, Snts, Zamilska and Vtss.
He continues to tour and do shows
and is presently working with the
Legendary Hip-hop group Onyx.
Thank you to DJ Illegal for all your
contributions in the Hip-hop culture.
Thank you to Hip-hop Blvd for
allowing me to be part of your
wonderful website.
Love and Peace
Lonnie Felder
DJ KENNY PARKER
DJ Kenny Parker
Kenny Parker was born on July 9 th ,
1967, in Paterson, New Jersey. DJ
Kenny Parker is the younger brother of
Legendary Hip-hop pioneer Lawerence
Kris Parker, better known by his stage
name Krs-One. Kenny Parker is the
long-time DJ and music Producer for his
brother Krs-One and the legendary
group Boogie Down Productions. DJ
Kenny Parker began DJing for the
Boogie Down Productions during the
Ghetto Music tour, after receiving his
Bachelor of Art degree in Psychology
from St. Peters University. His turntables
have spun tales of urban life, struggle
and resilience echoing across the
boroughs of New York City, with over 30
years in the music industry. He has
orchestrated more than a thousand
electrifying concerts alongside his
brother Krs-One. When DJ Kenny
Parker wasn’t DJing in 2022 he wrote a
book compelling the chapters of his life.
His book is called “my brother’s name is
Kenny”. In August of 2023, DJ Kenny
Parker gave the Bronx a block party.
The streets reverberated with beats,
memories, and the spirit of Hip-hop. DJ
Kenny Parker has Deejayed over 2,000
club dates in the New York City area.
Kenny Parker has produced numerous
songs for Krs-One and the Boogie Down
Productions as well as M.O.P., Freddie
Fox, Funk Master Flex, Yvette Michele
and the Lady of Rage. Kenny Parker
has also released four breakbeat
albums, and produced music for
television commercials for Nike. He is
featured in the book SP 1200 the art
and science, for his pioneering uses of
the legendary SP 1200 drum machine.
DJ Kenny Parker continues to Deejay
weekly in New York City and Brooklyn.
DJ Kenny Parker can also be seen on
You-tube live on Tuesday evenings at
8pm answering questions about Hip-hop
and sharing his experiences While
DJing.
Thank you to DJ
Kenny Parker for all your continued
contributions to the Hip-hop culture.
Thank you to Hip-hop
Blvd for allowing me to be part of your
website.
Love and
Peace
Lonnie Felder
QUEST LOVE
Questlove
Amir K. Thompson better known
professionally as Questlove.
Questlove is an American musician,
drummer, record producer and DJ.
He is the drummer and frontman with
Black Thought for the legendary Hip-
hop group The Roots. Questlove is
also one of the producers of the cast
album of the Broadway musical
Hamilton. He is the co-founder of the
website’s Okay player and Okay
Africa. Questlove is also known for
the podcast Questlove Supreme.
Questlove was born on January 20 th ,
1971, in Philadelphia Pennsylvania.
Questlove has cemented himself as
one of the most sought-after DJs in
Pop-Culture with a resume that
includes gigs for the Academy
awards, the White House, Cartier,
and hotels and nightclubs around the
world. Currently Questlove DJs all
over the world and is a band leader
of Jimmy Fallon’s the Tonight Show.
Thank you
Questlove for all your contributions to
Hip-hop culture.
Peace and Love
Always
Lonnie Felder
DJ TOO TUFF
Joseph Hicks is better known by hisstage name of DJ Too Tuff. He is a DJfor the legendary group The Tuff Crew.DJ Too Tuff grew up in northPhiladelphia. DJ Too Tuff Impressed thehip-hop world with his lightning-fastscratches for the Tuff Crew mostfamously on their 1988 hit “my part oftown”. He was introduced to hip-hop byhis mom taking him down to the recordstore when he was young. He would buyone or two Sugar hill Gang records orThe Treacherous three, Funky Four PlusOne More and maybe The Sequencerecords. That’s how he was firstintroduced to the Philly hip-hop scene ata popular store in Philadelphia called Funk -0-Mart. This was a famous recordstore because it also sold DJequipment. This is the same place that Ibought my first drum machine, theRoland 909. DJ Too Tuff was alsoinspired by watching a television showcalled Graffiti Rock and seeing Rundmcand JamMasterJay DJing. Today hecontinues to tour with the Tuff Crew anda new album may be in the works. Thank you, DJ Too Tuff, for allyour contributions to Hip Hop Culture.Thank you to the Hip-hop BlvdLove and PeaceLonnie Felder
DJ RON G
Ronald R. Bowser was born on
December 21 st , 1972. He is better
known by his stage name DJ Ron G.
Throughout his nearly two-decade
career, DJ Ron G production and
mixtape outlet combined have shed
light on the careers of artists like Fat-
joe, LL cool j and the Notorious Big
just to name a few. DJ Ron G is from
Harlem, New York. He was influenced
by Micheal Jackson and Kool DJ Red
alert. Ron G is from the Polo Grounds
housing projects. It towers over the
famous Rucker’s Playground. He
would spend hours reading through
the pages 0f Right On and Word Up
Magazines, dreaming of one day
becoming someone big in the rising
world of Hip-Hop. When Ron was in
the seventh his mother would buy
him DJ equipment and the paper
route money, he earned helped buy
his records. Ron G first DJ name was
the Youngest in Charge and soon
after that he was called the Mix King.
In 2004 he produced a song for
Micheal Jackson called “One More
Chance”. Recently DJ Ron G was
recognized by the Grammys and the
Recording Academy for Hip-Hops 50 th
Anniversary. Currently Ron G
releases digitally distributed
mixtapes once a month.
Thank you, Hip-
Hop Blvd,
Love and Peace
Always
Lonnie Felder
DJ MANTRONIX
Graham Curtis El Khaleel was born September 4 th , 1965. He is known by his stage name Kurtis Mantronix. He is a Hip-hop and Electronic Music Artist, DJ, Remixer, and producer. He was the leader, DJ, and Keyboardist of the influential 1980’s HipHop and Electro- Funk group Mantronix. DJ Mantronix has worked for Sleeping Bag Records where he signed epmd and produced Krs-One's first credit (Success in the word by 12:11).and he has helped other intense tracks by Tricky Tee, Just-ice and TLA Rock. In 1984, while working for downtown records in Manhattan, Kurtis Mantronix met MC Tee, a Haitian born, Flatbush Brooklyn based rapper. The duo soon made a demo. The name of the song was “Fresh is the word". I remember seeing Mantronix at the Uptown Theater in Philadelphia Pa in 1985. It was amazing because I looked up to him because I was a fellow DJ and me and Mantronix had the same drum Machine, the Roland 909. Thank you DJ Kurtis Mantronix for all your contributions to HipHop culture. Thank you HipHop Blvd for giving me this opportunity to express my love for the culture. Love and Peace Always Lonnie Felder
DJ IMPERIAL JAYCEE
DJ Imperial was an American DJ. He was the DJ for the Legendary DJ Kool Herc and The Herculords, also a member of Just Four. DJ Imperial first played records in the parks back in 1974. He was born on May 27, 1961. In Harlem New York the world of disco had created a career for DJ Kool Herc. A hero in Jaycee’s Bronx neighborhood, which inspired him to take out records in the local park to entertain people. IN 1977, he officially joined Herc’s crew of DJs just as the world of Hip hop was being formed. Jaycee focused on making music to move people to inspire dancing and to rock a party. During those early days, he latched onto a song that has forever been tied to his musical performances. They were good times like so many of those early DJs. Jaycee used whatever he could find and/or make to play his music. He re-purposed an old record console discarded on the street corner and created a speaker from an old car stereo, which he mounted to a soapbox. Sadly, on February 6, 2022, he lost his life. May he rest in Peace. Peace and Love always Lonnie Felder
DJ LADY B
Wendy Clark better Know by her stagename of Lady B. Lady B is an Americanfemale rapper and radio DJ FromPhiladelphia Pennsylvania. She beganher radio career with station WHAT in1979 and recorded her first single laterthat year. Lady B has receivednumerous awards throughout hercareer. In 2002, she received the PhillyUrban Legend Award, whichacknowledges pioneers in rap music.The World-Renowned Entertainment,Role Model of Excellence Award. OnAugust 13, 2022, the city of Philadelphiarenamed the 5700 block of WyndaleAvenue “Lady B Way. This is also theWynnefield section of west Philly. This is the area that I grew up in. I’m superproud of her. Clark’s rise and longevity 3decades in Hip-hop earned her the titleas Godmother of Hip hop is one of thefirst DJs to Play rap records on the radiooutside of New York, Playing artist suchas Will Smith and Soul Sonic Force atthe start of their careers. Sheencountered the New York rap scenewhile traveling with World B Free, explayer of the Philadelphia 76ersbasketball team. In 1979, Mary Masonon WRNB 100.3 gave Lady B her ownweekend show, which transformed intoa success and brought hip hop to theradio in Philly. In 1984 Lady B moved toPhiladelphia Power 99 FM and startedthe program The Street Beat, whichblew the radio station ratings throughthe roof. Thank you, Lady B, for all yourcontributions to the Hip hop culture.Thank you to Hip hop Blvd for allowingme to write for your website.Love Always Lonnie Felder
DJ KENNY ALL-STAR
Kenny Enahoro known professionally as DJKenny All-Star. He was born on April 19 th ,1993. He is a British DJ and radio presenter.He grew up in Southeast London. He is thehost of BBC Radio Extra rap show on Fridaynights. He also hosts a Mad about Barsseries on Mixtape Madness on YouTube,where he hosts freestyle videos with thenext generations of MC’s. Before he turned18 years old, he talked his way intopresenting on Déjà vu 92.3 FM. He alsopresented on London’s Radar Radio, touredas Sneakbo’s official DJ, and wasinstrumental in he rise of rapper AbraCadabra. His mad about bars series on youtube mixtape madness platform has run for three seasons and over 30 million views. InNovember 2017, he has tapped to DJ onBBC Radio Extra. In 2018, Kenny was atNotting Hill Carnival playing sets at stagesand parties. Kenny debut album wasreleased October 5 th , 2018, on ColumbiaRecords.Thank you, DJ Kenny All-star, for yourcontributions in the HIP HOP and DJ culture,Thank you, Hip Hop Blvd, for allowing me tobe part of your website.Love always; Lonnie Felder
DJ HOLLYWOOD
Anthony Holloway better known professionally as DJ Hollywood. In 1978 and 1979, DJ Hollywood was the first DJ to bring turntables and a mixer to perform at the Apollo Theater. Before long, club owners in the South Bronx hired DJ Hollywood to play at a club called Club 371. Most of DJ Hollywood’s body of musician work was live, not recorded although he did release a single “shock shock in the house” in 1980 on CBS Records. Until the mid 80’s, DJ Hollywood was one of the Top DJ’s. He once left the business but returned performing in the New York City area appearing with the Veterans which reunited him with his former partner Lovebug Star ski. Thank you to DJ Hollywood for your contributions in the Hip Hop and DJ culture. Thank you to Hip Hop Blvd for allowing me to write for your website Love always Lonnie Felder……
DJ FRANKIE KNUCKLES
Born in New York City, in the Bronx, Knuckles and his friend Larry Levan began frequenting discos as teenagers during the 1970s. While studying textile designat the FIT, Knuckles and Levan began working as DJs, playing soul, disco, and R&B at two of the most important early discos, The Continental Baths and The Gallery. Their DJing led them to the Loft and the Gallery, with Levan becoming the main DJ at the Continental Baths. Knuckles, initially hesitant about the Baths, eventually began playing there until its closure in 1976. The Continental Baths, located below the Ansonia Hotel, was an opulent gay bathhouse known for its steam rooms, swimming pool, disco, and more. Levan left in 1974, later establishing the prototype for the Paradise Garage. After Levan's departure, Knuckles became the Baths' resident DJ until its closure.
DJ CLUE
Ernesto Shaw is better known by his stage name of DJ Clue. He was born on January 8, 1975. DJ Clue is an American disc jockey, record producer, radio personality and record executive. He was born in Queens, New York City. DJ Clue has his own program titled “Desert Storm Radio”, every Monday to Friday 6pm- 10pm, on Power 105.1 in New York City. Prior to this he disc-jockeyed at Hot 97, until 2006. In 1998, DJ Clue founded Desert Storm Records, a record label, with his childhood friends Skane Dolla and recording engineer Ken Durolfill. In 1999, DJ Clue took part in the Hard Knock Life Tour, including a stop in Toronto at the Air Canada Centre. Thank you, DJ Clue, for all your contributions to HipHop. Thank you to the HipHop blvd for allowing me to be part of your website. Much Love Always Lonnie Felder
DJ MUSTARD
Dijon Isaiah McFarlane is known professionally as DJ Mustard. DJ Mustard is an American DJ and Record Producer. He is a Frequent collaborator with California-based HipHop artis YG and Ty Dollar Sign. He has produced various hit records for HipHop and Rnb artist since his entrance into mainstream music with rapper Tyga’s 2011hit single “rack city”. DJ Mustard was born June 5 th 1990 in Los Angeles California. DJ Mustard production style has been described as an up-tempo, club-oriented catchy yet rudimentary melodic HipHop style. Almost all of his productions begin or end with the tag “mustard on the beat,” Ho! Thank you, DJ Mustard, for all your contributions to HipHop. Thank you to the HipHop Blvd for allowing me to be part of your website.
DJ MISTER CEE
Calvin Lebrun is better known professionally as DJ Mister Cee. DJ Mister Cee is an American DJ, broadcaster, record executive and radio personality on New York’s radio station 103.9. DJ Mister Cee was born on Augus 17 th 1966 in New York City. He is from the Bedford Stuyvesant section of Brooklyn, New York. He has also deejayed for legendary rapper Big Daddy Kane and was the producer for the Notorious B.I.G. 1994 debut album Ready to Die. In the early 1990’s, DJ Mister Cee discovered rapper The Notorious B.I.G. Thank You to DJ Mister Cee for all your contributions to the Hip hop culture. Love and Peace to you bro. Thank you to Hip hop Blvd for allowing me to be part of your website. Love and Peace Always Lonnie Felder
DJ KID CAPRI
David Anthony Love Jr is better known by his
stage name of Kid Capri. Kid Capri is an America
DJ and music producer. He was born on
February 7 th , 1967. He was born in New York
City. As a child living in the Bronx, Kid Capri
would scratch records on his father’s old Zenith
stereo system. As soon as he was old enough,
he would hit the pavement and catch a buzz
hustling his DJ mixtapes on the streets and
performing local gigs. Kid Capri is a Grammy
award winning DJ and producer. Kid Capri was
known as an originator innovator and pioneer
of the DJ culture. Kid Capri was the first DJ to
perform on a major network like B.E.T. and
VH1. Kid Capri Deejayed for seven seasons of
Def Comedy Jam. Kid Capri has produced tracks
for The Boogie Down Productions, Heavy D, and
Big L. On May 15 th , 2021, Kid Capri was a Bronx
walk of fame inductee. Thank You Kid Capri for
all you have done for the Hip-hop culture Peace
and Love to you bro. Thank you for
representing as one of the elite DJs.
Thank You to the Hip-hop Blvd for allowing
me to be part of your website.
Peace and Love Always
Lonnie Felder
DJ HURRICANE
Wendell Timothy Fite is better known professionally
as DJ Hurricane. DJ Hurricane was born on January
12 th , 1965. He is an American Hip-hop DJ, Producer
and Rapper. He is best known for his work with the
legendary group The Beastie Boys. He was a
member of the groups Solo Sounds and the Afros
and recorded three solo albums featuring many
well-known artists such as Public Enemy, Kool G
Rap, and Black Thought to mention a few. DJ
Hurricane was one of New York’s premier Hip-Hop
artists on the turntables. DJ Hurricane fostered his
skills alongside Run Dmc in Hollis Queens area of
New York City. His first Hip-Hop experience was
with Davy Dmx the first Hip-Hop DJ from Hollis
Queens. DJ Hurricane was best friends with Jam
Master Jay Rest in peace. When Jam Master Jay got
the job to DJ for Run Dmc, he asked DJ Hurricane to
come on tour with them. While serving as a
bodyguard on the 1986 Raising Hell Tour he became
friends with the Beastie Boys
Thank you, DJ Hurricane, for your continued
contributions to the Hip-Hop culture.
Thank You to the Hip-Hop Blvd for allowing me to
be part of your website.
Love and Peace always Lonnie Felder
DJ CHEESE
DJ Cheese was Born Robert Cheese. DJ Cheese is an
American DJ and record producer. He won the 1986
DMC WORLD Final in London, showcasing the art of
scratching in turntablism. He also appeared in the
1986 UK tour with Run-Dmc. DJ Cheese was born in
Oak hill, West Virginia. Early in life Grandmaster
Flash was his inspiration to become a DJ and have
an interest in Hip-hop. In 1984 DJ Cheese won the
DJ battle for world supremacy at the new music
seminar making him the non- New York city DJ to
win the title. In 1985-1986 under his label profile
records, DJ Cheese released two vinyl 12” singles
with the group Word Of Mouth entitled Coast to
Coast and King Cut.
Thank you, DJ Cheese, for your contributions to Hip-
hop culture.
Thank you to Hip-hop Blvd for allowing me to be
part of your website.
Love always Lonnie Felder
DJ MARK THE 45 KING
DJ Mark The 45 King Mark Howard James was born on October 16 th ,1961, professionally known as The 45 King alsoknown as DJ Mark the 45 King. DJ Mark the 45 Kingis an American Hip-hop producer and DJ from theBronx New York. He began DJing in the mid 80’s. Hispseudonym, the 45 King came from his ability tomake beats using obscure 45 rpm records. The 45King gained his fame with his break beat track the“900” number in 1987. The 45 king was signed withtuff city records. Today the song the 900 numberremains his signature work. Using his popularityfrom the previous release, the 45 King was able tohelp the other members of his crew dubbed theFlavor Unit which includes Hip-hop acts includingChill Rob G, Lakim Shabazz, Apache and QueenLatifah. The 45 King also did productions on QueenLatifah album “All Hail the Queen”. Thank you DJ Mark the 45 King for your continuedcontributions to the Hip-hop culture.Thank you to Hip hop Blvd for allowing me to bepart of your website.Love always Lonnie Felder
DJ CLARK KENT
DJ Clark Kent Rodolfo Franklin Sr. is known professionally as DJClark Kent. DJ Clark Kent is an American Hip-hoprecord producer, DJ and music executive ofPanamanian descent. His crew of DJs is called thesupermen. He is 56 years old. He was born onSeptember 28 th , 1967. He is the relative of Hip-hopgreat Foxy Brown. In the late 80’s he was the DJ forHip-hop pioneer Dana Dane. In 1989 DJ Clark Kentproduced the remix for R&B Group Troop’s hit songspread my wings. He later scored his first street hitwith Junior Mafia song Players Anthem. Clark Kenthas produced tracks for Lil Kim, Notorious B.I.G andmany more. Today DJ Clark Kent continues toproduce and DJ around the world. Thank you, DJ Clark Kent, for your continuedcontributions to Hip-hop culture. Thank you to Hip-hop Blvd for allowing me to be part of your website.Love Always Lonnie Felder
GROOVE DAMOST
GROOVE DAMOAST
International Dj, Producer, and Engineer.
Started career as a dj in 1978 with longtime childhood friend George Cole aka Mix
Master Scratch. Together they formed the mobile DJ unit Ultra Force of Funk. later on,
in the early 80s joined a group of Mcs known as the Hypnotic 3 members included The
Fresh Prince, Lord Supreme and Jamie Fresh.
Competed in the 1987 New Music Seminar alongside Philly Dj Legends Cash Money,
Tat Money, Co-Owner of the independent Philly label Mecca Entertainment which
released the underground 12inch single "Keep it going" and "The Sequel" by the group
2Kannon . Wrote and produced the 12inch single "The Other side of me" and " i'm
Gonna Get mine" for Philly female rapper legend Evette Money, Co-produced and was
the regular Dj with Philly female rapper legend Bahamadia on the FM radio show B-
sides on 103.9fm. Co-Creator of the award-winning internet radio show the Formula
along with Skeme Richards and Dj Primetime on Volta Radio. The 2004 Scion free up
your mix Dj search regional winner under the name Fredyblast. Produced Dj and toured.
Me and DJ Groove Damoast grew up together in the Wynnefield section of West Philly.
He was the example of what a great DJ is supposed to be. This past week Dj Groove
passed away. I’m so sorry I didn’t get a chance to tell him thank you for your
contributions to the Hiphop Culture. May he Rests in Peace.
Thank you to the Hiphop Blvd for allowing me to be part of your website.
Love always Lonnie Felder
DJ Diamond Kuts
Tina Dunham is better known professionally as DJ Diamond Kuts. DJ Diamond Kuts is an American DJ born in Philadelphia Pa. She’s the first woman to have a mix show slot on Philadelphia radio. She began mixing as a youngster. She developed her skills mixing in her basement and in West Philly Park jams. She eventually started promoting herself with her mixtapes. After Djing in clubs, Diamond Kuts started spinning records on power 99 WUSL in Philadelphia Pa. Today DJ Diamond Kuts continues to tour the world djing in clubs and special guests at radio stations. Thank you DJ Diamond Kuts for your contributions to the HipHop culture. Thank you to The HipHop Blvd for allowing me to be part of your website and for me to be able to give my contributions to HipHop. Love always Lonnie Felder
DJ Spinderella
Deidra Muriel Roper better known by her stage name of DJ Spinderella. DJ Spinderella is an American DJ. She was born on August 3 rd , 1970. She is the member of the Legendary female group Salt N Pepa. DJ Spinderella is from the Brooklyn section of New York City. She began djing at the age of 14. While in high school she met a classmate that knew Herby Love Bug Azor. The classmate that she met, asked her would she be interested in joining an all-female Hiphop group? DJ Spinderella was introduced to Salt N Pepa’s producer Herby Azor. After meeting with Herby, Dj Spinderella was selected as the group’s DJ. The trio became one of the most successful female Hiphop group of all time. They released five studio albums and saw several platinum and gold singles. Spinderella has produced several of their songs. She was featured as a rapper on Big Daddy Kane album. The name of the album was Looks “Like a Job For” on the second single “very special “. From 2003-2006 DJ Spinderella worked as a radio personality on the now defunct KKBT 100.3 in Los Angeles. Today Spinderella continues to tour the world djing and also has a residency in Las Vegas. Thank you, DJ Spinderella, for all your contributions to the Hiphop community. Thank you to the Hiphop Blvd for giving me the opportunity to be part of your website. Love Always Lonnie Felder
DJ MARLEY MARL
Marion Lu’ree Williams is better known professionally as DJ Marley Marl. Marley was born on September 30, 1962. He is an American DJ, record producer, rapper and record label founder. Marley grew up in the Queens bridge housing projects in the Queens section of New York City. DJ Mr. Magic heard Marleys remix of Buffalo Gals leading to Marley to become his DJ. They started the HipHop collective The Juice Crew together in 1983. Marley caught his first break in 1984 with the artist Roxanne Shante’s hit Roxanne Revenge. Another significant early record was in 1985 with the hit Marley’s Scratch. The song featured Mc Shan. DJ Marley Marl was featured on Eric b and Rakim’s paid in full from their debut album which was recorded in his studio. Marley Marl is one of Hip-hop’s first radio DJ/super producers. We also recall that role Mr. Magic and Marley played in sparking the infamous bridge wars between the Bronx via KRS One and Boogie Down Production and Queens via the Juice Crew. Today Marley is considered one of the pioneers from the Golden Age of HipHop. Thank you, Marley Marl, for all your contributions to HipHop culture. Thank you to the HipHop Blvd for allowing me to be part of your website and for me to give my contributions to the culture that I love so much…. Love Always Lonnie Felder
DJ COCOA CHANELLE
DJ Cocoa Chanelle was born in Brooklyn, New York. She
started out as a MC at the age of Twelve and was later
put on the turntables by the age of thirteen by her
brother Andre. DJ Cocoa Chanelle is an American DJ,
recording artist and radio DJ. She is currently the DJ/host
on 94.7 in New York city. She has worked as an on-air
personality and mix show DJ on New York city’s Hip-hop
radio station hot 97 and Kiss FM. She was the first DJ to
be hired by B.E.T networks for the weekly teen talk show
Teen Summit. At a young age she entered local talent
shows rapping and DJing. She was listed in Vibe magazine
as one of the top 17 DJs in the United States honored by
B.E.T for Black Girls Rock award. Congratulations to DJ
Cocoa Chenelle for being a heavy weight in the DJing
world that is dominated by men.
Thank you everyone at The Hip-Hop Blvd for allowing me
to be part of your fine website.
Love Always
Lonnie Felder
DJ TOUCH - TONE
DJ Touchtone started his radio career in 1997 but those
who know him, know that he started his journey long ago
in an apartment in Philly. One of the unique gifts about
DJ Touchtone is that he is legally Blind. He is one of the
top DJs in the world. Hearing is believing. He’s an on-air
personality and DJ that mixes, scratches, edits, and
produces music all without the sense of eyesight. For me,
a former DJ, he is an inspiration to me. He shows you
how great you can be no matter what the circumstances
can be. Currently he has a mix show on Philly’s Classix
107.9 with legendary Lady B. Thanks to DJ Touch tone for
giving me that inspiration for not just DJing but for life
itself.
Thank you everyone at The HipHop Blvd for allowing me
to be part of your fine website. I really appreciate it.
Love Always
Lonnie Felder
DJ Scott La Rock
DJ Scott La Rock Let us remember the life of DJ Scott LaRock. Scott Monroe Sterling was born March 2,1962. He was an American DJ and music producer from the Bronx New York. He was the founding member of the hip hop group The Boogie Down Productions. Scott La Rock attended Castleton State College in Vermont. He then returned to New York City and received a job as a social worker. During his time as a social worker, he met rapper Lawrence Parker better known as Krs-One at the homeless shelter where he was working. In 1986, Scott La Rock and Krs- One formed together and started Boogie Down Productions. At the time DJ Derrick D-Nice was the groups DJ and they recorded in 1987 their debut album Criminal Minded, On August 27 th , 1987, sadly DJ Scott La Rock lost his life to gun violence. He was trying to squash a beef between DJ D-Nice and another guy. DJ Scott La Rock was a staple in his community. He should be considered as one of the pioneers mentioned in conversations with other pioneers in this hip-hop culture. From being a Social Worker, he wanted peace and love for everyone. DJ Scott La Rock was the mastermind of The Boogie Down Productions. I thank him for all his contributions to hip-hop. If he was still alive today, Hip-hop would be a much bigger force because of his smartness and knowledge. May he continue to Rest in Peace and my prayers go out to his family and kids. I would also, like the thank The Hip hop Blvd for allowing me to be part of your website. It’s a dream come true to me because I love this culture. Love Always Lonnie Felder
DJ King Britt
DJ King Britt
James Britt better known by his stage name of DJ King Britt.
King Britt is a 30 plus year DJ, Producer, and composer and
performer in the global advancement of electronic music. He
was born in 1968 in Philadelphia Pa. He started out working at
Tower Records as a buyer in the company. He attended Temple
University. He is a Pew Fellowship recipient. He began his first
residency at Silk City in Philadelphia and the now defunct
revival. The residency would help change the course of dance
music in Philadelphia. In 1992, he started touring with Hip hop
group The Digable Planets for two years with a three month
opening slot for sade.in, 1994 Britt and Josh Wink started the
label Ovum Recordings. In early 1998n under Sylk 130 re
members only and featured Alison Moyet, Martin Fry from ABC,
Kathy Sledge, Grover Washington Jr, and Delasoul. Thank you
King Britt for always inspiring me and thank you for your
contributions in the music world. Thank you Hip, hop Blvd, for
allowing to be part of your website.
Love always Lonnie Felder
DJ RED ALERT
Fred Crute is better known by his stage name of Kool DJ Red Alert. DJ
Red Alert was born on November 27 th , 1956. He was born in Antigua
West Indies and grew up in the Harlem section of New York City. DJ Red
Alert was given his nickname for his natural reddish hair. DJ Red Alert
received his start from working at WKRS 98.7 Kiss FM in New York City.
Alongside DJ KOOL Herc, DJ Red Alert is one of the forefathers of hip-
hop. With other hip-hop artists like The Jungle Brothers, Delasoul and
The Tribe Called Quest, DJ Red Alert became the head of like-minded
hip-hop artist known as The Native Tongues. DJ Red Alert was one of
the first DJs to perform for Architects of hip-hop The Universal Zulu
Nation. As the Bridge Wars were beginning in 1986 between the South
Bronx and Queens Bridge (The Juice Crew), DJ Red Alert was the first DJ
to break the record The South Bronx by The Boogie Down Productions
on Kiss FM and in the clubs to show support of the Bronx. The Juice
Crew consisted of DJ Marley Marl, Mc Shan and Roxanne Shante to
mention a few.
In 1998, DJ Red Alert received a Life-Time Achievement Award from The
Music Trade Publication Impact and in 1997 he received the mix show
DJ Of the Year Award from the now defunct San Francisco based radio
industry publication Gavin. I have been a fan of Kool DJ Red Alert since
1984. In 1984, DJ Red Alert made a record called Hip hop On Wax. To
me this was the anthem for the Hip hop Culture. I would like to thank
DJ Red Alert for all his contributions to the Hip hop Culture. We love
you Fred Crute (Kool DJ Red Alert). Thank you to The Hip hop Blvd for
allowing me to be part of your website. It’s like a dream come true for
me.
Much Love and Respect always Lonnie Felder
DJ FUNKMASTER FLEX
DJ Funkmaster Flex
Aston George Taylor Jr. is better known by his stage name Funkmaster
Flex. Funkmaster Flex was born in Bronx, New York. Funkmaster Flex is
an American DJ and music producer. He is well known for his host New
York City’s Hot 97 radio show and him DJing at New York City’s
Legendary Nightclub the Tunnel on Sunday nights. In the spring of
1992, Funkmaster Flex began mixing and hosting his own show on Hot
97. Also, in the 90’s Funkmaster Flex was signed by a major record label
Loud records for a series of mixtapes entitled 60 Minutes of Funk. It
was later that they became certified gold by the RIAA. One of
Funkmaster Flex’s achievements was having car shows and designing
cars for the Ford Motor Company in Dear Born Michigan. He was also, a
voice actor for several video games. Early in Funkmaster Flex’s history,
he carried records for pioneers like DJ Red Alert and DJ Chuck Chillout
30 years ago.
Thank You Funkmaster Flex for all your contributions to the Hip-hop
culture and I would also, like to thank Hip-hop Blvd for giving me this
opportunity to be part of your fine organization. It is much appreciated.
Love always Lonnie Felder…...
Dj GRAND MIXER DXT
Derek Showard is better known by his stage name Grand Mixer DXT. Grand Mixer DXT was born in New York City. Grand Mixer DXT is a DJ and a Producer. His original name was Grand Mixer DST. His name came from an Abbreviation of Delancey street located in the Manhattan section of New York City. One of his achievements was that he was featured in the movies Wild Style and in the film Scratch. Grand Mixer DXT appeared in Wild Style with Shock Dell and Rammell Zee. Rammell Zee was a graffiti writer, performance artist and a hip hop artist. Grand Mixer DXT was also credited with helping to popularize djing through his scratching on Herbie Hancock’s single Rock-it. Grand Mixer DXT was also known for his precise DJ abilities at parties. Grand Mixer DXT original group was the Infinity Four MCS. They consisted of Kingpin, Shahiem, Mike Nice, Baron and legendary rapper Kimba. In 1982, while working with the infinity emcees, he was part of the first hip hop tour to Europe. The tour included Afrika Bambaataa, Rammell Zee, Fab 5 Freddy and the Rock Steady Crew. Also, part of that tour were Graffiti Artist and the Double Dutch Girls. DJ Grand Mixer DXT brought the turntables front and center as a musical instrument. DXT is the proud member of the first generation of DJs in the dawn of hip hop. Thank you, Derek Showard (Grand Mixer DXT), for many years of your contributions to hip hop. We love you and appreciate you. Peace and Love Always Lonnie Felder
Dj CHUCK CHILL-OUT
Dj Chuck Chill-Out Charles Turner better known by the stage name of Dj Chuck Chill-Out.Dj Chuck Chill-Out is from The Bronx New York area. He was born on October 22,1962.Dj Chuck Chill-Out received his start at radio station WRKS 98.7 Kiss F.M. In New York City in 1982. He was one of the first hip-hop artist to become established. After, leaving 98.7 in 1989, he joined radio station 107.5 WBLS in New York City for two years. In 1989 Dj Chuck Chill-Out recorded an album with emcee Kool Chip. The name of the album was called “Masters of the Rhythm”. Another accomplishment that Dj Chuck Chill-Out achieved was helping late rapper DMX with his hit single “Get At Me Dog”. He also in 1999 established Full Blast Promotions. In 1999 Dj Chuck Chill-Out stated “he established Full Blast Promotions because there was a need for a premier record pool in New Jersey”. Through the years Chuck Chill-Out recorded albums like “Chuck Chill-Out Hip-Hop On Wax”(Vintertainment 1984”),Dj Chuck Chill-Out and Kool Chip “I’m Large”(Mercury/Poly Gram) and Dj Chuck Chill-Out with Mike and Glenn –“No”(Vintertainment 1986). Dj Chuck Chill-Out has put in over 30 years of contributions to the Hip-hop culture. He is definitely a true Hip-hop pioneer. I’ve been a fan since day one. Today Dj Chuck Chill-Out can be heard on LL Cool J’s Rock The Bells Radio Station on Sirius XM and on Friday nights and Dj Chuck Chill-Out can be heard on Saturday nights on WBLS F.M. I would like to personally thank Dj Chuck Chill-Out for all his contributions he has made to the Hip-hop culture. It’s much appreciated and you deserve your flowers. Peace Love Always Lonnie Felder
Dj Cash Money
Jerome Hewlett was born August 9,1964 Better known to the world as Dj Cash-money. Dj Cash-money is a Philly based Dj. Dj Grandmaster Flash and Grand Wizard Theodore were his biggest inspirations to become a Dj. Dj Cash-money emerged on the Philadelphia Hiphop Scene in the late 80’s. One of his attributes is perfecting the transformer scratch. In the 80’s and early 90’s I remember going to Belmont Plateau in Fairmount park in West Philly to see him perform and to see his Dj skills. In 1987, he partnered with Philly rapper Marvin Berryman better known as MC Marvelous and released the single “Ugly People Be Quiet”. Included in the same year, Dj Cash- Money and MC Marvelous signed with Mantronix and Sleeping Bag Records. Other accomplishments that Dj Cash- Money has achieved we’re winning the New Music Seminar “Superman” Dj Battle in 1987 and The Dmc World Dj Championships in 1988. In 1998 turntable manufacturer Technics made Dj Cash Money the first inductee into the Dj Hall Of Fame. In 1990 Dj Cash Money started producing and making remixes for artist like Pm Dawn, Busta Rhymes and Q-Tip. Today Dj Cash- Money continues to perform throughout the country and the world. He has done shows in London England and Singapore . In the United States, Dj Cash Money has done shows in Fairmont Park in Philly at the Roots Picnic and at Crotona Park in the South Bronx in Newyork city. Thank you Dj Cash-Money for your contributions to HipHop and I’m looking forward to many more from you. Peace and Love always Lonnie Felder
Dj Aj Fresh
When we talk about pioneers of Hiphop we can’t leave Dj Aj Fresh name out of the conversations. Aaron Gerald O’ Bryant is his name and he went by the stage name of Kool Dj AJ Fresh. He was originally born on the East side of Manhattan and relocated to Jacksonville Florida before settling in the South Bronx. He was well known in the Hiphop community. He was the Dj for pioneer rappers Kurtis Blow and Busy Bee. He help Kurtis Blow produce the song “Christmas Rappin” in 1979. Dj AJ made a name for himself as a party promoter during the late 1970’s. Kurtis Blow made a song to show homage to his amazing Dj. The name of the song was called “AJ Scratch “. Kool Dj AJ continued working in the music business until he retired in 2010. Sadly to announce on September 9 th 2015 Kurtis Blow his long time friend and Dj passed away. Thank you Aaron Gerald O’ Bryant for your Contributions to the Hiphop Community. We will keep your legacy alive. May you continue to Rest In Peace Love and Peace always Lonnie Felder.
Dj Premier
Christopher Edward Martin born March 21,1966 is an American Dj. He goes by the stage name of “Preemo” or “Dj Premier” Dj Premier was born in Houston Texas. He attended Praire View A&M University before moving to Brooklyn Ny. We all know Dj Premier from production on all rapper Gangstarr albums.He also produced songs by Nas,Group Home,Notorious B.I.G and the lists goes on. He also collaborated with Brooklyn Mc Jeru Da Damaja on the album “The Sun Rises In The East”. Dj Premier style of Production epitomizes the New York sound. Peace and Love Always Lonnie Felder
DJ Tat Money Terrence Alan Thomas but we all know him from his stage name as Dj Tat Money. Tat Money is a Dj, producer and song writer from the Philadelphia PA area. I met Tat Money in 1983 during the breakdance era. During that time I was dancing for a crew in West Philly. Steady B’s original Dj was Grand Dragon KD. He was replaced by Tat Money. Dj Tat Money became famous by Djing and doing shows with Steady B. Steady B was a rapper from West Philly. Tat Money wore his legendary haircut it looks like a Gumby hair cut but he informed me that it was a half haircut. After doing shows and touring with Steady B, he became Kwame and the New Beginning’s Dj. Kwame is a rapper from Queens New York. Dj Tat Money is still currently doing shows with Kwame. Peace and Love Always ℒ������ℐℰ ℱ����������
DJ Tat Money
DJ Scratch George Spivey was born on June 21,1968 in Brooklyn Newyork. In 1988 he won the world supremacy for Dj champion. He was introduced to rap group Epmd where he became their Dj by their second album. Unfinished Business in 1989. He produced “Funky Piano and “Rampage “12 inch single. In 1992 Dj Scratch produced Scratch bring it back.Dj Scratch was also the resident Dj for 3 national television shows. After Dj Scratch and epmd broke up. He started producing records for Busta Rhymes.in 2022 Dj Scratch Hosts a show on LL Cool J’s Rock the bells radio on Sirius Xm.
As we mark on the 50 th Anniversary of Hiphop, let us not forget about the Dj that changed the game. I’m talking about Jason Mizell of the Legendary group Rundmc. His stage name was Jam Master Jay. Jason Mizell was born on January 21 st 1965 in Brooklyn Newyork .Later in his childhood, his family moved to Hollis Queens Newyork. I remember going to such shows like the Fresh Fest and the Raising hell tour to see him perform.I looked up to Jam master Jay because he was my favorite Dj and at the time I was a Dj myself.Jam Master Jay was original.After high school he agreed to Dj for Rundmc. He was often called the one man band behind the turntables. He was responsible for the fashion of Rundmc. The Adidas sweat suits, the classic derby hats,the leather blazers and the shell top Adidas sneakers with no shoe laces.In 1989 Jam Master Jay established his own record label. It was called Jam Master Jay records. This is where acts like 50 Cents and Onyx received their start.Jason Mizell was also responsible for establishing the Scratch Academy in Manhattan. On October 30 th 2002, Jason Mizell lost his lie to gun violence. He died doing things he loved to do and that was producing records and being in the studio. The Hiphop world today continues to miss him. His Legacy will live on for decades.
Jam Master Jay
Dj Jazzy JeffJeffrey Allen Towns Birth place Philadelphia PaDj Jazzy Jeff is a Dj and Producer . He is also half of the duo jazzy Jeff and the fresh prince. Jazzy Jeff was credited with Dj so bad and dj cash money wig making the transformer scratch famous. There was times on Sundays when I was younger I would go to Belmont plateau to watch Jazzy Jeff spin. Belmont Plateau was a Hang out in fairmont park. Jazzy Jeff started out doing blocks parties and gigs in high schools. Dj Jazzy Jeff won his first Grammy in 1989 for the song “parents just don’t understand” and also won their second Grammy for the Philly anthem song “ Summertime “. In the process of achieving the Grammys he also won the Dmc Dj competition in Newyork City. Jazzy Jeff tried his trade as an actor on the show The Fresh Prince of Belair. His character on the show was Jazz. Jazzy Jeff started his own production company called a touch of jazz. He also help develop Jill Scott and Music Soulchild careers.
DJ JAZZY JEFF
Dj A.K.A. Tricky D. has been into music since the early age of 11 and always had the magic of making people laugh and smile when they are around him. One of the things he like most is watching other DJs perform and their interactions with their crowd. He believes that being a true DJ is and has always been a true art of majesty because as such you are in control of most action that is conducted in your presence not by physical force but only by the use of vibrations that you send to your listeners mind and soul. He says when you play and control the body movement of hundreds or even thousands all at one time that is is true majestic power that you have found within oneself and the task of how to control and utilize it is set for true DJs. That is why he is conducting one on one’s with some of the great and upcoming DJs of yesteryear and upcoming DJs. Check in from time to time and see who’s the next one to be stopped on the DJ’s corner with DJ. A.K.A. Tricky D. right here on Hip Hop Blvd!!!
DJ TRICKY D
Afrika Bambaataa
I’m going to end the Hip Hop Blvd year off with the mentioning of someone we all will always pay homage to. Hip Hop is The Culture for what it is if it wasn’t for this individual… coming up in the streets of the South Bronx and many other areas would not have been as grateful for life if it wasn’t for this individual By this time if you are a real true Hip Hop head you should already know that I’m talking about the one and only Afrika Bambaataa…!!!
Afrika Bambaataa gave a path of new direction for the street life individuals who were later created as the Hip Hop culture. Rappers, Graffiti Artists, Break Dancers, Electric Boogie Dancers, DJs and many more who became part of the life we know as HIP HOP. Yes there were many others who contributed but we are recognizing one and that one is Bambaataa!!! If there is anything anywhere on this free planet called earth that is Hip Hop you better believe it is there because of this man here. We all know him for traveling far and abroad to take OUR Culture to them. Afrika Bambaataa… all Kingz & Qweenz of hip hop appreciate what you have done for the CULTURE!!!
Respect!!!
Peace and Be Well Ahkis..!!!
Dj A.K.A. Tricky D.
Dj Master O.C. & Dj Krazy Eddie
Peace and Blessings Hip Hop Blvd Family & Followers,
Let’s reminisce on another two DJ’s who help started Hip Hop with a group of MC’s that marked their place in the art.
Dj Master O.C. and Dj Krazy Eddie of the Fearless Four we say Thank you guys for your contribution to the art. Thanks for Rockin' It.... Rockin' It..!!!
Who remembers the battles that these guys performed against The CC4 in the Bronx and Harlem. Routine after routine was always coordinated well and we Il’ Schoolers always appreciated the shows. I would love to go back into time to see these shows but for now I’ll continue to listen to my tapes.
Peace, Be Well and Stay Safe…
Dj A.K.A. Tricky D.
Grand Master Flash
It was late 70’s when I was introduced to the sounds of GM Flash and I was already addicted to The Incredible Bongo Rock Band’s track Apache but when I heard GMF drop 20th Century Steel Band’s - Heaven and Hell intro before he played it… he took it to a whole new level. It was like the first remix to Apache. It put all crowds throughout the Bronx in a frenzy. Just knowing what was about to come on gave me chills then. His talent and skills can still be heard to this day and I don’t believe there isn’t anyone in Hip Hop that can say they never heard of him or play.
GRANDMASTER FLASH we say thank you for taking part in Creating this culture we live… HIP HOP!!!
DJ
Jazzy Joyce
Jazzy Joyce is definitely a name in the Hip Hop genre that has been heard of. Remembering “Its My Beat” featuring M.C. Sweet Tee. You can still hear Jazzy Joyce spinning and it is great to listen to her as she entertains the crowd. When you move the crowd you are complete as a Dj.
Joyce continue the craft as you do and Thank you… Spin On… Spin ON!!!
Mercedes Ladies
Peace and Blessings Hip Hop Blvd Family & Followers,
This week let’s talk about a trio of Hip Hop’s behind the scene disc jockeys... Now If you really remember the 70’s Hip Hop in the Bronx the group were called “The Mercedes Ladies”and they had three DJ’s…
Dj Baby D ( D. Myers ), Dj RD Smiley ( R. Pearson ) & Dj La Spank ( G. Hall… A.K.A. Dj FLAME ). These three were the first Female DJ’s of an all female hip hop group “Mercedes Ladies”. I remember doing a party with them personally once back in the day on Park Avenue ( Morrisinia Air Rights ) and it was a great time. When you saw The Mercedes Ladies name on a flyer the women showed out for them. RD Smiley… Baby D… and Dj La Spank thank you for representing women of the real Hip Hop genre.
Peace Out Beloveds..!!!
DJ KOOL HERC
This week I’m talking about the God-Father of Hip Hop… The One and Only Dj Kool Herc.
Okay, I can’t speak of DJ’s in the Hip Hop genre without mentioning The God Father of Hip Hop himself “Kool Herc”. It’s like talking about …….. . Kool Herc has flashed the light of Hip Hop life for us to follow by creating the foundation to the gatherings to party. Known as the group to have the loudest system as Kool Herc and The Hercoloids. If you ever get a chance to listen to this Legend as a new man or woman into this craft I suggest you take that opportunity because Kool Herc always had a way of pulling cuts out of his crates that would keep you enjoying music no matter the culture.
Kool Herc…. We thank you for what you’ve done for Hip Hop lovers and what you still do!!!
DJ EASY LEE
Peace and Blessings Hip Hop Blvd Family & Followers,
This week I'm mentioning the talents of another Hip Hop Pioneer… I’m talking about The Treacherous 3’s very own Dj Easy Lee.
Dj Easy Lee was behind the set for his team in Harlemworld during that infamous battle between The Chief Rocker Busy Bee and Kool Moe Dee. We all know who took the trophy home
FUNKY FOUR + 1
These brothers were the ones behind tracks such as Do You Wanna Rock, That’s The Joint and the classic of them all… “Rappin’ and Rockin’ The House…!!! The Funky 4+1 was the first rap group to play Primetime TV on Saturday Night Live back when Eddie Murphy was part of the cast and you saw that episode you would recall that Dj Breakout was the Dj during that performance. Salute to another duo of DJ’s that help create the genre.
This week I'm mentioning the talents of Dj Breakout and Dj Baron
DJ
RALPHY CBS
HIP HOP BLVD MANHATTAN
DJ’s of The Legendary Cold Crush 4 ( Brothers )
about Dj Charlie Chase and Toney Tone
I remember watching These guys in the T-Connection one time and it was great to watch them creating the loop for Grandmaster Caz, Easy A.D., Jerry Dee Lewis & Almighty Kay Gee to harmonize their rhyming skills ( what we called rappin’ back then ) over. Check out Fresh, Fly, Wild and Bold by the Cold Crush Brothers when you get a chance. The two appeared to have had great chemistry as a team because they were it for a very long time. You can catch these guys in the movie called Wild Style battling it out on the basketball Court against Grand Wizard Theodore & The Fantastic 5 MC’s. https://youtu.be/yddfvHmr9Os
Dj WANDA DEE
Peace and Blessings Hip Hop Blvd Family & Followers,
This week we are recognizing the first female Dj of Hip Hop… DJ Wanda Dee of Harlem USA and the Boogie Down Bronx...!!!
Seeing Wanda and her microphone conductor MC Debbie Dee was always a pleasure to see rock house and I think the Hip Hop nation family really showed out when these two were on the flyers of many places like the T-Connection and Harlemworld. Wanda Dee was introduced to us through one of Hip Hops highest and very well respected icons who I will mention in an upcoming article ( but that's just to get you to come back... ). She was also in the movie “BeatStreet if you remember. Wanda moved on to other successful ventures and is still with us to this day.
Dj Wanda D ( Once you're a Dj.. you'll always be a DJ! ) HipHopBlvd thanks you for your contribution to the Hip Hop Life!!!
Dj Disco King Mario
Disco King Mario was another Dj from the Bronx who show us the way of building a sound system to perform with out in the streets and parks of the Bronx, Ny. Coming from the streets when things were rather tough Mario came to surface just as some others did but with a style. He too was a Dj in the 70’s in the city like some others but took it to the streets with pizazz. I remember seeing the two Street Signal lights 🚦on top of his speakers one on the left with the other on the right and they were running too! I know many have plenty of stories of those who I will be acknowledging but remember... it’s all about were we came from and what we represent. Hip Hop Music
Peace until next time.
Dj A.K.A. Tricky D.
Pete Dj Jones
Peace and Blessings Hip Hop Blvd Family & Followers,
This month being the first of our journey to recognize Da DJ’s ( Disc Jockey’s ) we will start off with PETE “DJ” JONES...
A true pioneer who founded our skill of the DJ from the beginning of our spin genre. Pete “DJ” Jones originally from North Carolina was an icon from the early 70’s putting together two turntables and a mixer together with some speakers along with an amp. Pete “DJ” Jones was known as one of the first DJ’s to keep a certain part ( breakbeat, break or get down portion ) of a record playing continuously by the use of the two turntables and mixer extending it so listeners can feel the groove even more electrifying than the record itself. We know called this “Cutting”. Even though his name wasn’t as known as some important names who later came on in the field Pete “DJ” was still known in the adult disco club scene in NYC to most if not all those who spun wax or vinyl in the 70’s era. Pete “DJ” Jones continued his passion for music until his passing in January 2014.
Rest In Peace Pete "DJ" Jones...
Dj Jazzy Jay
The pioneering DJ and producer who aided in establishing Hip Hop as being more than a musical art form. He created a cultural Experience.
He began spinning records in the parks of the Bronx and performed in clubs such as the Roxy and Negril.
Jazzy Jay played a vital role in what would become Def Jam Records. He was a co-founder of the label, and also created the label's first single: “It’s Yours” with T La Rock and “Def Jam" featuring Russell Simmons, "Brass Monkey" by the Beastie Boys and many more.
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DJ Tony Tone "Tone Crush"
DJ WHITE FLASH
DJ CUTMAN LG
DJ SCRATCHMASTA JAZZY G
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