Biography

DJ Premier was born on March 21, 1966 in Houston, Texas, USA. He is an actor and composer, known for Inside Man (2006), Skyline (2010) and Hamilton (2020).

Considered one of the greatest producers of all time, known for his gritty cuts and hard beats. Samples artists on their own work, and takes from a variety of genres.

Half, with Guru, of the legendary hip-hop duo Gang Starr.

Has worked with Nas, Jay-Z, Mobb Deep, M.O.P., Rakim, and many, many others.