Our team is made up of music engineers, creative expressives, pioneers, legends, and executives, who bring a weath of knowledge to Hip Hop FUNDamental, LLC.
Founder/Chief Executive Officer
Wayne hails from Newport News, Virginia. He didn't have to go far to venture into music. His mom was the very first DJ he ever heard. She had over 300 records in her collection, from George Clinton to Kurtis Blow, which sparked Wayne's interest in experimenting with scratching, around 1983. It was at this point in time, the vibration of Hip Hop was instilled in his DNA.
In high school, Wayne won beatboxing battles, including one against the top beat boxer in the Hampton Roads area. Soon after, he was introduced into making beats by a neighborhood friend. Wayne started making beats on the Ensonic 16 Plus and made his way to the SP 1200. He has been creating beat compositions ever since. Wayne was influenced by Hip Hop artists KRS-ONE, Rakim, Chuck D, Brand Nubian, Poor Righteous Teachers, Guru, X Clan, Big Daddy Kane and others. They were very influential for his journey of Knowledge-of-Self.
As the CEO and a Foumder of Hip Hop FUNDamental, LLC, Wayne has helped bring the company to life with his vision; his drive for success; uplifting messages; and overall, his valuable input and resources into the company.
Wayne is a graduate of the Art Institute of Atlanta and majored in Music Entertainment/Television Operations.
Founder/President/Creative Director
Larry is a professional who brings 30 years of experience in the fields of advertising, media and creative design. He holds an art degree in Visual Communications from the Art Institute of Atlanta.
Larry has received accolades, including being an Award-Winning designer for corporations Landmark Communications and VistaGraphics, working in the fields of newpapers and publications. He was the 1999 and 2004 'Artist of the Year' for VistaGraphics. Larry has been a member of several board of directors and currently runs his graphic design firm, Spotlight 757.
With a love for Hip Hop, since the early 80s, Larry has worked on creative projects for clients in the field, since the early 90s.
Larry considers himself a consistent, high standard graphic designer and creative in the design industry. Clients include: Burger King, QVC, UPS, NBA Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkens, Def Jam (promotions), WNBA Player Sugar Rodgers, UAV Communications, Jack The Rapper Convention, Olympic Gold Medalist LaShawn Merritt, Norfolk State University, Virginia State Police, Cecor, 7 Cities Outreach Saddle Club, City of Franklin (VA), City of Portsmouth (VA), Portsmouth Volunteers for the Homeless, City of Virginia Beach (VA), The Art of Rap, Rucker Park, Affiliated Clothing Brand, DS3 Inspires, Silver Shield Security, The 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop, Hedaya Capital, Zion Lion Reggae Band, Sabrosa Foods, politicans, greek organizations, national organizations, non-profits and more.
At heart, Larry is a visionary. His motto is “Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality”.
Executive Director of Public Relations
Nadine is a professional individual with over 30 years of successful experience in effectively managing projects and special events. Known for analyzing a situation and quickly implementing innovative resolutions. Highly articulate, demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills across all levels. Proven Strength in leadership development, organizational and time management.
Nadine, also known as “Dee Dee” was born in Brooklyn and moved to New Jersey in the late 70’s. She fell in love with Hip Hop in the 80’s and was surrounded by many pioneers in the industry...
As Executive Director of Public Relations for Hip Hop FUNDamental, Queen Nadine will push the brand from a communications standpoint. She will keep the entire team in the loop and communicate information back to the executive team. She will also work as a liaison to our contacts and maintain a database. She will be ‘Our Voice’, and convey the vision, mission and core values for the brand.
Executive Director of Entertainment
The Mighty Mike C got his start in Harlem after listening to a fellow student named Jimmy West spitting his rhymes during lunch hour. Mike C was so impressed that he decided this was the direction he wanted to take with his music career and formulated his first group The Rock City Crew which consisted of 11 members.
After the Rock City Crew disbanded, Mike C joined the group The Family and continued to master his craft. Once The Family disbanded, Mike C joined DLB, Tito and Peso and formed the hit group The Fearless 4.
Mike C along with fellow members wrote, produced, and co-produced the album titled, "Problems of the World," which featured the hit single F4000 (Warner Brothers) which was produced by Kurtis Blow. "Rockin' It" (Enjoy Records) was another smash hit by The Fearless Four which soared to #1 on Billboard's charts.
The Fearless 4 are the first Hip Hop Group to sign with a major label (Warner Bros/ Electra Asylum). For this fact they are Hip Hop History!
The Fearless 4 members are all from Harlem: 3 of the members went to the same junior high school, and Peso and Mike C lived in the same building in Manhattanville Projects. Mike C also grew up with Kool Moe Dee and LA Sunshine of the Treacherous 3.
Hip Hop FUNDamental™ is a company paying homage to the founding fathers, legends, and pioneers, who sowed the seeds of a global phenomenon called Hip-Hop. We use our brand to educate the masses, especially the youth about Hip Hop culture.
