Kurtis Blow
Singer
Kurtis Blow is an American rapper and pioneer of the hip hop music scene. Born on August 9, 1959, in New York, he was the first hip hop artist to sign with a major record label. His star rose in the 1980s with the successful single "The Breaks," which went gold. Kurtis Blow is considered a foundational figure for the evolution and dissemination of rap music and has contributed to the integration of hip hop culture into broader music trends. He continues to be involved in music and production, while also engaging in charitable activities.
