About
American DJ who was a pioneer in the early development of hip hop and the New York breakdancing scene throughout the 1980s. He was often labeled the Godfather and Amen Ra of Hip Hop culture, as well as the father of Electro Funk.
Before fame
He was a member of a gang known as the Black Spades.
Trivia
In 2012, he was given a three-year appointment as a visiting scholar at Cornell University. His final solo record before his death was the 2006 Death Mix "2".
Family life
His mother was an activist with the Black Liberation Movement, and her views informed a lot of the content of his music.
Associated with
George Clinton appeared on his album Afrika Bambaataa and Family.
