Afrika Bambaataa
Afrika Bambaataa is an influential American DJ, music producer, and one of the founding figures of hip-hop culture, known for his role in the development of the genre in the 1970s and 1980s. He is best known for his hit 'Planet Rock,' which fused hip-hop with electronic music and was heavily inspired by Kraftwerk's sound, highlighting the interconnectedness of different musical styles. Bambaataa's work has significantly shaped the landscape of hip-hop and electronic music, making him a key figure in the global music scene.
Born on Apr 17, 1957 (68 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 3.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 28,286 | $2,700,000 | 1,125$ |
| Totals | 1 | 67,886,011 | 28,286 | $2,700,000 | 1,125$ |
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Recent Mentions
United Kingdom:
Afrika Bambaataa has lost a civil case suing him for child sexual abuse and trafficking after failing to show up in court.
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United States:
Afrika Bambaataa was in Cannes to promote his cameo in Stan Lathan’s 'Beat Street'.
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Estonia:
Afrika Bambaataa is noted as another artist who was influenced by Kraftwerk.
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