Kool DJ Red Alert Honored With Statue In Harlem

The history of Hip-Hop has been in the limelight since its 50th anniversary last year. So it’s only right to see statues, museum exhibits, and more honor the legends of arguably one of the most influential genres in history.

WBLS shares the details and inspiration behind the new statue unveiled in Harlem in honor of DJ Red Alert.

On Friday, July 19, Kool DJ Red Alert is being honored with a statue in Harlem to commemorate his 40 years in radio. The statue, which will live in Montefiore Square, was designed by artist Sherwin Banfield, who has also crafted commemorative pieces for the late Christopher “The Notorious B.I.G” Wallace, LL Cool J, and more.

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