Person · Male
Marley Marl
QB hip hop producer & DJ of Juice Crew
- From
- New York, Queensbridge
- Since
- 1962–present
- Rating
- ★ 4.5
- Releases
- 19
- hip hop
About
Marlon Lu'Ree Williams (born September 30, 1962), better known by his stage name Marley Marl, is an American DJ, record producer, rapper and record label founder, primarily operating in hip-hop music. Marlon grew up in Queensbridge housing projects located in Queens, New York. He performed in local talent shows during the early days of rap music, further fueling his interest.
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He was also featured on Eric B. & Rakim's "Paid in Full" from their debut album, which was also recorded in his studio.
He is credited with influencing a number of hip-hop icons such as Biggie Smalls, RZA, DJ Premier, Madlib, and Pete Rock. Producer Madlib stated in an interview that Marley was the first producer who inspired him to make beats. Vibe magazine wrote that he, "forever changed the sound of hip-hop with his unique beat barrages."
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Also known as
Double M Eye · Marley · Marlon Lu'Ree Williams · Marlon Williams · N.Y.C. Cutter
Identifiers
- MusicBrainz
- 8e7f5842-de5e-4eab-8d5f-0a55c84f4cb1
- ISNI
- 0000000114758603
- ISNI
- 0000000368592260
- IPI
- 00125489659
Data from MusicBrainz, saved 8 Nov 2026. Photo from Wikimedia Commons, covers from the Cover Art Archive and Apple Music.