Kurtis Blow Rank
About Kurtis Blow
A pioneer of the famous hip-hop genre, Kurtis Blow has written his name in the history books as the first rapper to be signed onto a big record label. He released his first single entitled ‘’Christmas Rappin’’ in 1979 via Mercury Records.
His breakthrough came the following year after the release of his single "The Breaks" which became the first rap song to earn a gold certification. His eponymous maiden studio album came in 1980 and followed it up with his second the following year titled “Deuce”.
Family
His original name is Kurtis Walker and grew up together with a brother called Joseph. He married Shirley Stewart in 1984.
Education
This rapper is a proud product of Nyack College.
Trivia
He’s also known to be a Christian minister.
Blow has worked with other popular musicians like Wyclef Jean and Lovebug Starski.
He sold more than 400,000 copies of his first single.
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F.A.Q. about Kurtis Blow
When is his birthday?
Kurtis Blow's birthday is on August 9, 1959.
In how many days is his birthday?
Kurtis Blow's birthday is in 134 days
How old is he?
He is 64 years old.
Where is Kurtis Blow from?
He was born in The Bronx, New York, U.S..