Grandmaster Flash
DJ and pioneer of hip hop culture
Born
January 1st, 1958
67 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Barbados
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A pioneer in the hip hop genre, this individual revolutionized DJing techniques in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Formed the influential group Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, which contributed significantly to the rise of hip hop music. The group gained acclaim for releases like 'The Message,' which addressed social issues through rap. Notable for developing techniques such as cutting, scratching, and backspinning which are now staples in DJ performances. The contributions to hip hop culture have been recognized with induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2007, becoming the first hip hop group to receive this honor.
Formed Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five
Released 'The Message'
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2007
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