DJ Premier Biography and Wiki
DJ Premier is a celebrated American Record Producer and DJ (Disk Jockey) who was born in Houston and brought-up in Prairie View, Texas. He is widely known as one among the best and hip hop producers of all time. He is also known as the recent half of the hip hop duo known as “PRhyme” alongside the American Rapper and Songwriter, Royce da 5’9″.
Previously, he used to be the half of the hip hop duo known as “Gang Starr” with the famous Rapper, Guru which later split. He has been playing several instruments including Saxophone, guitar, bass guitar, piano, keyboards, drums, drum machines, ampler, turntable.
DJ Premier Age
Premier is 54 years old as of 2020, he was born on 21 March 1966, in Houston, Texas, United States of America. He celebrates his birthday on 21th March every year and his birth sign is Aries.
DJ Premier Height and Weight
DJ stands at a height of 5 feet 8 inches (1.78 meters) and Weighs 216 lbs (98 kg). He also appears to be quite tall in stature in his photos.
DJ Premier Family, Parents and Siblings
Premier was born and raised by his parents in Houston, Texas. Our efforts to find out more about his family came to no avail as no such information is publicly available. Thus, the identity of his parents is still unclear. It is also not known if he has any siblings. We will update this section once this information is available.
DJ Premier Wife and Son
DJ was married to Shaklee Jeter with whom they have a child together, a son who was born in 2011. However, he likes to keep his personal life private and away from the public eye. However, information about his marital Status will be updated as soon as it is available.
DJ Premier Net Worth
Premier has an estimated net worth of $20 million dollars as of 2020. This includes his assets, money and income. His primary source of income is his career as a Record Producer and DJ. Through his various sources of income, he has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
DJ Premier Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about him;
DJ Premier Bio and Wiki
- Full Names: Christopher Edward Martin
- Popular As: DJ Premier
- Gender: Male
- Occupation / Profession: Record Producer and DJ
- Nationality: American
- Race / Ethnicity: African-American
- Religion: Not Known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
DJ Premier Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 54 years (2020)
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Date of Birth: 21 March 1966
- Place of Birth: Houston, Texas, United States of America
- Birthday: 21st March
DJ Premier Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Not Available
- Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 8 inches (1.78 meters)
- Weight: 216 lbs (98 kg)
- Eye Color: Black
- Hair Color: Black
- Shoe Size: Not Available
DJ Premier Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Not Known
- Mother: Not Known
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not Known
- Marital Status: Single
- Wife/Spouse: Was Married to Shaklee Jeter
- Children: Sons (One)
DJ Premier Net Worth and Salary
- Net Worth: $2o million
- Salary: Under Review
- Source of Income: Record Producer and DJ
DJ Premier House and Cars
- Place of living: New York City, New York, USA
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
Dj Premier Classic
DJ portrayed himself in the action-adventure game called “Grand Theft Auto IV” in 2008. The game was produced by Leslie Benzies, developed by RockStar North and published by Rockstar Games. It is the fist and main entry in main entry in the Grand Theft Auto series since it was first released in 2004 being titled Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. His role was being the host of The Classics 104.1 radio station.
Dj Premier Beats
Premier developed his beats which are widely known due to his oft-imitated integrations of short vocal samples, more often from multiple artists, to create a chorus. He has recognized with his atonal samples that are not not only about soul but also jazz and funk. One of his greatest beats includes when he sampled and chopped up seminal electro-acoustic music on the track “Physical Stamina” in the 1960s by Jeru the Damaja.”
Dj Premier Instrumentals
The following list is of the instruments he has been playing throughout his career;
- Saxophone
- Guitar
- Bass Guitar
- Piano
- Keyboards
- Drums
- Drum Machines
- Ampler
- Turntable
Dj Premier Drum Kit
DJ’s drum kit contains 21 sounds which are of different tones. The drum kit is interesting once the artist knows how to play it and once the audienced comes to understand and hear the wav sound quality of the drum. The 21 sounds are composed of;
- 7 Kicks
- 11 Snares
- 3 HI-Hats
DJ Premier Song
- Premier & The Guru
- Gotch U
- A Lesson to Be Taught
- Strictly for the Ladies (Radio Remix)
- Precisely the Right Rhymes
- The Meaning of the Name
- Dedicated to the City
- Regardless
- The Illest Brother
- Hardcore Composer
- Def Wish II (East Coast Gang Starr Re-Mix)
- Mortal Thought
- I Can’t Wake Up
Frequently Asked Questions about DJ Premier
Who is DJ Premier?
DJ Premier is a celebrated American Record Producer and DJ. He is widely known as one among the best and hip hop producers of all time. He is also known as the recent half of the hip hop duo known as “PRhyme” alongside the American Rapper and Songwriter, Royce da 5’9″.
How old is DJ Premier?
Premier is 54 years old as of 2020, he was born on 21 March 1966, in Houston, Texas, United States of America. His birth sign is Aries.
How tall is DJ Premier?
DJ stands at a height of 5 feet 8 inches (1.78 meters) and Weighs 216 lbs (98 kg).
Is DJ Premier married?
No, he was previously married to Shaklee Jeter with whom they have a child together, a son who was born in 2011. However, he likes to keep his personal life private and away from the public eye.
How much is DJ worth?
Premier has an estimated net worth of $20 million dollars as of 2020. This includes his assets, money and income. His primary source of income is his career as a Record Producer and DJ.
How much does Premier make?
He has not revealed his annual salary, however, his annual earnings are under research and will be updated as soon as it will be available.
Where does DJ live?
He is a resident of New York City, New York, USA, we shall upload pictures of his house as soon as we have them.
Is Premier dead or alive?
He is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
Dj Premier Social Media Contacts
- Youtube
- Tiktok
- Website