Davy DMX, born David Franklin Reeves Jr. on October 3, 1960, in The Bronx, New York, is a pioneering figure in hip-hop as a musician, DJ, and producer. Relocating to Hollis, Queens, he immersed himself in the burgeoning hip-hop scene, mastering guitar, bass, keyboards, drums, and DJing. In the early 1980s, he co-founded Orange Krush, whose track "Action" laid the foundation for Run-DMC's "Sucker MC's (Krush Groove 1)" and was later sampled by artists like Jay-Z and Kanye West. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Davy_DMX?utm_source=openai)) As a solo artist, Davy DMX released the influential instrumental "One for the Treble (Fresh)" in 1983, showcasing his innovative use of the Oberheim DMX drum machine. His 1987 album, "Davy's Ride," was acclaimed for its imaginative approach to hip-hop. Beyond his solo work, he collaborated with Kurtis Blow, The Fat Boys, and Run-DMC, contributing to seminal tracks like "If I Ruled the World" and "The Breaks." Since 2010, Davy DMX has been touring as the lead bass player for Public Enemy, underscoring his enduring influence in the hip-hop community. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Davy_DMX?utm_source=openai))