When and where was Jeru the Damaja born?
Kendrick Jeru Davis was born on the 14th of February 1971 in Brooklyn, New York. He spent his early years in the borough's East New York neighborhood.
Questions about Jeru the Damaja
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who produced Jeru the Damaja debut album The Sun Rises in the East?
The Sun Rises in the East was produced entirely by DJ Premier. This collaboration defined his early career output alongside Guru from Gang Starr whom he has known since high school.
What year did Jeru the Damaja release Wrath of the Math?
Jeru the Damaja released Wrath of the Math in 1996 which was again produced solely by DJ Premier. The album received wide acclaim although not on the same level as his debut.
Why did Jeru the Damaja leave Gang Starr members Guru and DJ Premier?
The partnership remained strong until after the release of Wrath of the Math when they reportedly had a falling-out. Jeru later dismissed this conflict claiming they simply wanted to go in different directions before making up with both in 2002 following the passing of shared friend Kenneth Walker.
Which label did Jeru the Damaja create to maintain control over his work?
After the release of Math Jeru created Know Savage Records to maintain control over his work. His third album Heroz4Hire released together with Mizmarvel came out in 1999 under this new label.