Quick Facts
Born:
1957-04-17
Birthplace:
The Bronx, New York, USA
Credits:
30 Total Roles
Afrika Bambaataa
Acting
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Biography
Afrika Bambaataa, born Lance Taylor, is an American disc jockey, rapper, songwriter and producer. He is notable for releasing a series of genre-defining electro tracks in the 1980s that influenced the development of hip hop culture.
Known For
Beastie Boys Story
Self (archive footage)
Beat Street
Self
Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown
Self
Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap
Self
Hip Hop Evolution
Self
Scratch
Self
808
Self
The Work of Director Chris Cunningham
Car Park Attendant
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Beastie Boys Story MOVIE | Self (archive footage) |
| 2016 | Soundbreaking TV | Self |
| 2016 | Hip Hop Evolution TV | Self |
| 2015 | 808 MOVIE | Self |
| 2013 | Sample This MOVIE | Self |
| 2013 | The Bass That Ate Miami: The Foundation MOVIE | Self |
| 2013 | Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown TV | Self |
| 2012 | Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap MOVIE | Self |
| 2008 | Hip Hop Story from Croatia MOVIE | Himself |
| 2007 | NY77: The Coolest Year in Hell MOVIE | Self |