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Pioneering UK Rapper Derek B. Dead

Monday, November 16, 2009 9:48 AM | 32 comments

By Nolan Strong

Pioneering UK Hip-Hop artist Derek B. died over the weekend, AllHipHop.com according to reports.

Derek B., born Derek Boland, died after suffering from a heart attack over the weekend.

Derek B. launched his career at the age of 15 as a DJ on various pirate radio stations that were flourishing in the United Kingdom in the early 80's.

In 1986 Derek B. recorded his first rap track title “Rock the Beat." The success of the single led to high profile appearances on a number of UK shows, including Top Of The Pops.

In 1988, Derek B. linked with United States based management company Rush Artist Management, which was owned by Hip-Hop Mogul Russell Simmons.

Derek B.'s best known album was titled Bullet From a Gun, which was released on the record label Tuff Audio in 1988.

Additionally Derek B. experienced success as a producer and a re-mixer working with girl group The Cookie Crew, as well as rap pioneers Eric B. and Rakim.

Derek B. would have celebrated his 45th birthday on January 15th.

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	gorgan said: I remember this dude where talking old skool . 45 is a relatively young age to pass R.I.P November 16, 2009 10:09 AM
	Frost Gamble said: 45 is way too young; sad. I still have the old "Bullet From a Gun" Profile tape, better go listen to it..... Much respect, rest in peace. November 16, 2009 10:12 AM
	DooksP said: damn r.i.p. derek b the bullet from a gun...this guy was so hot when i was in school...local london legend November 16, 2009 10:20 AM
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