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Whodini is an American hip hop group that was formed in 1982. [1] The Brooklyn, New York–based trio consisted of vocalist and main lyricist Jalil Hutchins; co-vocalist John Fletcher, a.k.a. Ecstasy (who wore a Zorro-style hat as his trademark; June 7, 1964 – December 23, 2020 [2]); and turntable artist DJ Drew Carter, a.k.a. Grandmaster Dee.
"Five Minutes of Funk" September 12, 2006 2006 Everybody Hates Chris (TV series), episode "Everybody Hates Rejection" "Five Minutes of Funk" October 1, 2006 2006 Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories (video game) "Freaks Come Out at Night" October 31, 2006 2006 Blood Diamond "From tha Streetz" December 8, 2006 2007 Illegal Tender "Friends"
Hutchins believed that the Fender Jazz Bass was part of Whodini's signature sound, and used it on "Five Minutes of Funk". [2] Escape 's lyrics are generally egocentric, but also explored the difficulty of city life ("Escape (I Need a Break)"), failed romance ("Friends") and New York's party lifestyle ("Freaks Come Out at Night"). [9]
John Fletcher, who was known by the stage name “Ecstasy” while performing with the early rap group Whodini, has died, according to the group’s Grand Master Dee and numerous friends. Whodini ...
Whodini set a Hip Hop course of legendary status that we are all sure to pass on to our grandchildren. UPDATE: The family and friends of John “Ecstasy” Fletcher have issued statements on his ...
Lawrence Smith (June 11, 1952 – December 19, 2014) was a pioneering American musician and hip hop record producer.He is best known for his co-productions (with Russell Simmons) of Run-DMC's Run-D.M.C. (1984) and King of Rock (1985) and his solo production of Whodini's Escape (1984) and Back in Black (1986).
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The music video sees Jalil Hutchins wearing a feather earring, which he said was a replacement for a wig and "the closest thing I could get that was part funk, part freak." [1] The video features appearances from UTFO and Run-DMC, who are seen leaving a tour bus in Baltimore, [5] and future rapper Jermaine Dupri, then a dancer for Whodini. [6]