DJ Kool

DJ Kool
Born
John W. Bowman Jr.

(1958-03-20) March 20, 1958
Genres
Occupations
  • Rapper
  • DJ
  • record producer
Years active1979–present
Labels
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John W. Bowman Jr. (born March 20, 1958), better known by his stage name DJ Kool, is an American rapper who produced several popular rap singles in the late 1980s. As a performer, he is best known for his 1996 hit single "Let Me Clear My Throat", the title track from his 1996 album of the same name.