Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

DJ Kool Herc

Role / Field:

Pioneering Jamaican-American DJ credited as the founder of hip-hop music.

Born:

1955-04-16

Century / Era:

1955s Historical Era

Database Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0

Origins & Early Journey

Innovation & Iconic Era

Legacy & Impact

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