Chuck D
Carlton Ridenhour [known as
Chuck D] (born
August 1 1960 - ) is rapper, composer, actor, producer, and a general celebrity. Chuck was born in
Long Island,
New York,
USA. Chuck D. futhered
1980s political rap music as the controversial and influential lead rapper of
Public Enemy, a
Def Jam's success after
Run DMC.
Chuck went to Adelphi universty in Long Island, New York. During his rap career, Chuck D gave voice to the black consciousness.
Albums [with Public Enemy]
- 1987 -- Yo! Bumrush the Show,
- 1988 -- It Takes a Nation of Millions
- 1990 -- Fear of a Black Planet and Apocalypse
- 1991 -- The Enemy Strikes Back
He also brought out a very soulful 1996 solo record, "The Autobiography of Mistachuck" (on
Mercury Records) and founded the record company Slam Jamz. Chuck D continues to be an activist, publisher, lecturer, and producer.
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