Grandmaster Flash is the founding father of hip-hop and a global cultural icon. As a DJ, producer, and innovator, he revolutionized music by transforming the turntable into a true instrument, laying the foundation for modern DJing and shaping the future of hip-hop. His groundbreaking techniques and legendary performances not only changed music forever but also inspired generations of DJs, producers, and artists worldwide — from Run-D.M.C. and Jay- Z to today’ s EDM stars. Still active today, Flash continues to tour, lecture, and advocate for hip-hop as an art form, connecting its Bronx roots to new generations.

Grandmaster Flash is not just a DJ — he is the architect of hip- hop’ s sound, the keeper of its legacy, and a living icon of global music culture.