DJ Kay Slay

American DJ (1966–2022)

Keith Grayson (August 14, 1966 – April 17, 2022), professionally known as DJ Kay Slay, was an American disc jockey. He is referred to by The New York Times as "Hip Hop's One-Man Ministry of Insults".[1][2] Grayson was born on August 14, 1966, in the New York City neighborhood of Bronx. He began his career in the 1980's.

DJ Kay Slay
Birth nameKeith Grayson
Also known as
  • The Drama King
  • Dez
  • Slap Your Favorite DJ
Born(1966-08-14)August 14, 1966
New York City, U.S.
DiedApril 17, 2022(2022-04-17) (aged 55)
New York City, U.S.
GenresHip hop
Occupation(s)
  • Disc jockey
  • music promoter
Years active1983–2022
Labels

On April 17, 2022, Grayson died from COVID-19 at age 55.[3][4]

Studio albums

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DJ Kay Slay has released six studio albums:

Year Album
2003 The Streetsweeper, Vol. 1
2004 The Streetsweeper, Vol. 2
2010 More Than Just a DJ
2017 The Big Brother
2019 Hip Hop Frontline
2021 The Soul Controller

References

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  1. Ivey, Michael (June 16, 2006). "DJ Kay Slay and Shaq Seek to Bridge the Gap". nobodysmiling.com. Archived from the original on April 11, 2008. Retrieved May 19, 2019.
  2. Ogunnaike, Lola (May 4, 2003). "Hip-Hop's One-Man Ministry of Insults". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Archived from the original on March 4, 2020. Retrieved May 19, 2019.
  3. Eustice, Kyle (April 18, 2022). "Legendary New York City DJ Kay Slay Has Passed Away Following COVID-19 Battle". hiphopdx.com. Retrieved April 18, 2022.
  4. "DJ Kay Slay, Fiery Radio Star and Rap Mixtape Innovator, Dies at 55". The New York Times. April 18, 2022. Retrieved April 20, 2022.