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Hip-Hop Pioneer K.K. Chisolm Dies After Brief Illness
9 Apr
Summary
- K.K. Chisolm, founding member of The Sequence, has died after a short illness.
- The hip-hop group rose to fame with their 1979 hit "Funk You Up."
- Chisolm and her group mates were pioneers in the early hip-hop revolution.
K.K. Chisolm, a foundational artist of the hip-hop group The Sequence, died on Monday, April 6, following a brief illness. She was a principal member of the trio, formed in 1979 with Cheryl "The Pearl" Cook and Angie Stone, which quickly achieved recognition.
The group's breakthrough single, "Funk You Up," released in 1979, became an anthem. Chisolm's sister, Monica Scott, remembered her as a passionate artist and a "creative force" whose music brings joy to millions worldwide.
Raised in Columbia, South Carolina, Chisolm and her group mates developed their unique sound from high school cheers. The Sequence made history as the first female hip-hop act signed to Sugar Hill Records, releasing three albums and influencing subsequent artists.
Despite their significant impact, Chisolm and her bandmates had previously spoken about the financial struggles and lack of recognition for their creative contributions during the early days of hip-hop's rise.
Chisolm's legacy continues through The Sequence's influential hits. A private memorial service will be held at a later date to honor her memory.
