DJ Kay Slay, maven of New York hip-hop, dies from Covid-19 complications
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By Scottie Andrew, CNN DJ Kay Slay, an influential member of the New York hip-hop scene whose raucous mixtapes became legendary, has died from Covid-19 complications. His family confirmed his death through a statement released by New York hip-hop radio station HOT 97. He was 55.
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Pioneering hip hop artist DJ Kay Slay has died of complications from COVID-19. DJ Kay Slay was born Keith Grayson. His death at age 55 on Sunday was confirmed by
He rose to fame as a graffiti artist during the 1980s before transitioning to a music career in which he came out with six albums and dozens of mixtapes.
DJ Kay Slay, one of New York City’s hip hop legends as a graffiti artist, DJ, producer and radio host, has died at age 55 after a long battle with COVID. In a statement released through HOT97, where he worked, the family of the legendary entertainer confirmed his passing over the weekend.
Hip hop pioneer DJ Kay Slay's death at age 55 on Sunday was confirmed by his family in a statement released through New York radio station HOT 97, where he hosted "The Drama Hour" for more than two decades.
By Scottie Andrew, CNN DJ Kay Slay, an influential member of the New York hip-hop scene whose raucous mixtapes became legendary, has died from Covid-19 complications. His family confirmed his death through a statement released by New York hip-hop radio station HOT 97. He was 55.
