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When did Marley Marl start making music?

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Marley Marl's first song “DJ Cuttin'” released on January 1, 1985.


Marley Marl (born Marlon Williams on September 30, 1962 in New York City) is a DJ and producer who grew up in the Queensbridge projects. He is known as the production leader of the Juice Crew, a rap collective consisting of Biz Markie, Big Daddy Kane, Kool G Rap, Roxanne Shanté, Craig G, Masta Ace, and MC Shan. He is also known for being the... Read More
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