Erick Sermon

American rapper and producer, EPMD member

Erick Sermon - American rapper and producer, EPMD member
Born

November 25th, 1968
56 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A significant figure in hip hop, produced for various artists and was a founding member of the influential duo EPMD. The group emerged in the late 1980s and released several acclaimed albums, shaping the East Coast hip hop scene. Sermon launched a successful solo career with hits like 'Strictly Business' and 'Can You Feel It'. Also recognized for his work as a producer, contributed to albums for artists such as Redman and Keith Murray. Sermon's style fused funk and hip hop, contributing to the genre's evolution.

Co-founded EPMD and released multiple albums

Produced hits for artists including Redman and Keith Murray

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