The Origin of DJ’s in the Hip Hop Culture-Part 1

 

DJ’s have always been influential to Hip Hop Culture.  DJing is one of the four main “elements” of hip hop that includes MCing, graffiti, and break dancing.

While hip hop did not invent DJing, it has extended its boundaries and techniques. The first hip hop DJ was Kool DJ Herc a.k.a. the “godfather of hip hop”, a native of Jamaica who created hip hop through the isolation of “breaks. Herc was one of the most popular DJs in the early 1970s in New York, and he quickly switched from using reggae records to funk, rock and, later, disco, since the New York audience did not particularly like reggae. Because the percussive breaks were generally short, Herc and other DJs began extending them using an audio mixer and two records. Mixing and scratching techniques eventually developed along with the breaks. In addition to developing Herc’s techniques, DJs like Grandmaster Flash, Grand Wizard Theodore, and Grandmaster Caz made further innovations with the introduction of scratching.

In the early years of hip hop, the DJs were the stars, but their limelight has been taken by MCs since 1978, thanks largely to Melle Mel of Grandmaster Flash’s crew, the Furious Five. However, a number of DJs have gained stardom nonetheless in recent years. Famous DJs include Grandmaster Flash, Mr. Magic, DJ Jazzy Jeff, DJ Scratch from EPMD, DJ Premier from Gang Starr, DJ Scott La Rock from Boogie Down Productions, DJ Pete Rock of Pete Rock & CL Smooth, DJ Muggs from Cypress Hill, Jam Master Jay from Run-DMC, Eric B., Funkmaster Flex, Tony Touch, DJ Clue, DJ Q-Bert.

Stay tuned for part 2 of The Origin of DJ’s in the Hip Hop Culture.  If you would like to discuss the history of DJ’s in further details contact DJ Untouchable at info@deejayuntouchable.com and (Office) 336-833-4752, (Cell) 267-269-9709 

 

DJ Untouchable

 

 

DJ Untouchable was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA and started DJing at the age of 15 on the streets of Philly.  His major influence came from his father, who himself was a DJ and a native of Jamaica.  With the rich Jamaican culture and music embedded in his family, his father taught him how to acquisition himself in preparing for this industry.  DJ Untouchable seems to be ahead of his time, he began djing in local clubs before most teens were able to get their driver licenses. He studied other Philly natives such as DJ Jazzy Jeff and DJ Touch Tone; he wanted to be like the greats but only greater. 

DJ Untouchable has figured out the art of music; his philosophy of blending music is the comparison of how a visual artist puts colors together to create a masterpiece. When he’s djing, he tells a story with his touch the same way an artist conveys a message.  DJing is one of the happiest and joyfulness times in his life.  He quotes “You can take away my truck and all that I have, but please don’t take away my turntables”. His drive and passion for music has developed him into a well-rounded DJ that can cater to any clients needs.  He refers to himself as a new school DJ with an old school feel.  His style will always continue to evolve with the changes of music and culture. 

If you have an upcoming event such as a party, wedding, or anniversary contact DJ Untouchable at info@deejayuntouchable.com and (Office) 336-833-4752 (Cell) 267-269-9709
 

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