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“There are so many millions of records out there, you should always be playing old and new together. This way, people can respect what the early elders of certain musical tastes have given to what we are now, and where we're going in the future. I don't care if it's rap, metal, whatever. You still should play Beatles records mixed with Limp Bizkit mixed with Foghat mixed with Creedence Clearwater Revival, stuff like that.”

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Afrika Bambaataa
Afrika Bambaataa

Afrika Bambaataa, born John D. Davis, is a renowned DJ, music producer, rapper, and music activist. Born on April 17, 1957, he is considered one of the key pioneers of hip-hop music. Bambaataa is best known for his 1982 hit 'Planet Rock', which combined rock and electronic music elements and marked a turning point in the history of hip-hop. more

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