J-Live was born February 22, 1976

J-Live is an impressive artist whose music career spans nearly two decades. Hailing from Brooklyn, New York, he made a name for himself with his masterful lyrical ability and tight beats. He has released 6 full-length albums and countless EPs, mixtapes, and singles. Through his music, J-Live has created a sound and style that is uniquely his own while paying homage to the classic hip-hop artists that have come before him. He has released several solo albums, as well as a collaborative album with DJ Spinna, and has produced and appeared on projects by Talib Kweli, Common, and The Roots. J-Live is also well-known as an accomplished DJ, having toured with the likes of Nas, Slum Village, and De La Soul.