The Questlove Show Black Music Month QLS Classic: Biz Markie
Jun 10, 2024
Hip-hop legend Biz Markie talks about his work on TV shows, his legendary record collection, his brotherhood with The Beastie Boys, and secrets he'll take with him to his grave. They also discuss mistaken mastering in records, experiences with DJing, challenges in the music industry, finding rare records, memories, and life lessons.
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Rare Technics Turntables
- Biz Markie owns a pair of rare Technics turntables designed only for 45s.
- He acquired them in Japan after they were scrapped due to the CD boom.
Artifacts Over Records
- Biz Markie prioritizes saving his Technics SL 700 turntables and a gifted beatbox in a fire.
- He emphasizes their sentimental and historical value.
The MPV Sound System
- Biz Markie customized his MPV van with a $12,000 sound system in 1989, creating a mobile music studio.
- This was inspired by Rich Porter and stood out in the era of Jeep popularity.