DJ Quik

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DJ Quik

DJ Quik is an American Hip-Hop singer who rose to fame via his hit album, Quik is The Name.

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About

DJ Quik or "David Martin Blake" in real life was born on January 18, 1970 at Compton, California. In 1990, he signed a recording contract under Profile Records.


His debut album, Quik is The Name was released in 1990. His second album, Way 2 Funky was released in 1992. DJ has released more than 5 hit albums including compilations.

Awards & Certifications

Chart Toppers

Year Title US R&B/Hip-Hop US Rap Album
1991 Born and Raised in Compton 16 4 Quik is The Name
1991 Tonite 13 3 Quik is The Name

News

Tours & Concerts

There are no current tour and concert schedules for DJ Quick.

Announcements

There are no announcements as of this time

Discography

Albums

Singles

Date Title Label
1991 Born and Raised in Compton Profile
1991 Tonite Profile
1992 Just Like Compton Profile
1992 Way To Funky Profile
1995 Safe and Sound Profile
2000 Pitch on A Party Arista

Compilations & Live Releases

Other artists

Similar artists

Contemporaries


Influences

Trivia

  • His rap name was Devasdating D, when he was just a young DJ.
  • Appeared on the game show Weakest Link featuring celebrity rappers.

Reviews

J Quik is one of the many geniuses in the history of hip-hop. He is not a common musician. He is an excellent producer and an amazing rapper as well. He also does some impressive scratching with funky summertime music. --Autolady006

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