As we’ve come to understand year after year, day after day even, death is unfortunately an inevitable part of life. Still, as much of a fact as that may be, the blow of experiencing loss never gets any easier, nor does reporting on the subject in Black culture.
DJ Polo, known for his work with legendary rapper Kool G Rap has passed away.
Born Shawn Brown, DJ Polo became a prominent figure in the legendary Juice Crew, a hip-hop collective assembled by Marley Marl and the renowned radio personality Mr. Magic. This supergroup included celebrated artists like Big Daddy Kane, Biz Markie, MC Shan, and Roxanne Shanté, among others. Polo, alongside rapper Kool G Rap, formed a duo and unveiled the seminal album “Road to the Riches” in 1989. They also produced the albums “Wanted: Dead or Alive” in 1990 and “Live and Let Die” in 1992.
Polo released his solo project, “Polo’s Playhouse” in 1998.
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