New York DJ Kay Slay (née Kate Grayson) has died after a month-long battle with COVID-19. Record producer, producer and executive at Legendary Records known to all its stars ᲥUchi Cleaner A string of studio albums and more than two dozen mixtapes died Sunday night (April 17) at age 55 after a four-month coronavirus illness, according to a statement from his family and HOT 97.
“Our hearts are broken by the passing of Kate Grayson, known professionally as DJ Kay Slay. “A dominant figure in hip-hop culture, with millions of fans around the world, DJ Kay Slay will be remembered for his passion and brilliance, which will be passed down from generation to generation,” reads the family tribute. In memory of DJ Kay Slay, our family would like to thank all of his friends, fans and supporters for their prayers and best wishes during this difficult time. We ask that you respect our privacy as we mourn this tragic loss.”
Grayson, who began his hip-hop career for more than a decade under a graffiti name called “Dez”, has released his debut album, The Sweeper, Vol. 1As of May 2003. The packed collection of the man he affectionately calls the “Drama King” includes collaborations with Fat Joe, Raekwon and Scarface, Lox, 50 Cent, Mobb Deep, Black Rob, Craig Mack, The Diplomats, Eminem and 8Ball & MJG, among others. others. The album reached number 22 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart in June 2003 and reached number 4 on the R&B/Hip-Hop Albums Chart with the single “Too Much for Me” by Nass, Fox Brown, Baby and Ameri. . 53 Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs in May of the same year.
The ᲥUchi Cleaner extension album, The Sweeper Vol. 2: Game PainReleased by Columbia Records in March 2004, there was another stellar collection created with music from the likes of Swizz Beatz, Kanye West, Clark Kent, Eminem and the Heatmakers, Ghostface Killah, Scarface, 50 Cent and G-Unit. , Memphis Bleek, LL Cool J, Bun B, Three 6 Mafia, D12 and many more. The album reached number 27 on the Billboard 200 in April 2004 and reached number 10 on the R&B/Hip-Hop Albums Chart with the single “Who Gives a Fk Where You From” (Three 6 Mafia, Lil White). , Fraser Boy) peaked at number 89 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop charts and “Not Your Average Joe” (Fat Joe, Joe Budden, Joe) peaked at number 63 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop charts. March 2004.
In a statement, staff at legendary New York hip-hop station Hot 97 also paid tribute to the city’s favorite rap scene movie, writing, “Hot 97 is shocked and saddened by the loss of our favorite DJ Kay Slay. We appreciate the many memories you’ve created over the 20 years you’ve devoted to acting classes. A cultural icon, Kay Slay was more than a DJ, he was family to us and an important part of what made Hot 97 the station. success that it is today. Our hearts are with his family, friends and fans around the world, and we will forever and ever celebrate The Drama King’s legacy.”
Other Kay Slay albums include 2006 Champions: North meets South on Greg Street (No. 57 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart), 2010 more than a DJ (No. 133 on the Billboard 200 album chart) and a mix of tapes, starting in 2003. bad boy month Until June 2021 assessments.
A version of this story first appeared on billboard.com.
Source: Hollywood Reporter
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