About DJ Premier
DJ Premier, born Christopher Martin in Houston in 1966, is widely regarded as one of the greatest producers in hip-hop history. He grew up in Houston and spent formative years around Prairie View, attending Prairie View A&M University before moving to New York, where he and the late rapper Guru formed Gang Starr.
Across Gang Starr classics and productions for Nas, The Notorious B.I.G., Jay-Z, and countless others, his chopped samples and scratched hooks defined the sound of New York boom-bap, a remarkable legacy for a Texan. He remains one of the most in-demand producers in rap decades into his career.
Did You Know
- • Born Christopher Martin in Houston, Texas, in 1966.
- • Attended Prairie View A&M University before moving to New York.
- • Formed the legendary duo Gang Starr with rapper Guru.
- • Produced classics for Nas, The Notorious B.I.G., and Jay-Z.
- • Widely cited among the greatest hip-hop producers of all time.
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