DJ Touré of Hieroglyphics bio
THE MAN WITH THE MAGIC HARD DRIVE
A cornerstone of West Coast hip-hop, DJ Touré is best known as the producer and DJ for the legendary collective Hieroglyphics — a group that redefined the independent rap landscape. Born and raised in the Bay Area, Touré built his sound on soulful samples, crisp drums, and an unmistakable groove that fueled underground anthems for decades. From producing classics with Casual, Souls of Mischief, and Tajai, to creating genre-blending live experiences like The Music Museum, DJ Touré’s career bridges eras of hip-hop innovation. His work continues to inspire both rising artists and loyal fans who recognize authenticity in every beat.
Toure “DJ Toure” Duncan (also known as DJ Toure of Hieroglyphics) is a renowned producer, DJ, and drummer from Oakland, CA. Beginning with Hieroglyphics, Toure has been instrumental in creating and evolving the Bay Area’s distinctively bass-heavy sound.
As a beatmaker, Toure is both mentor and contender. The couch in his studio is well-worn, his catalog is bonafide, his hard drive is full of surprises. Seek and you shall find. His much-anticipated new album The Thesis will be released via Hiero Imperium and 101Percent Music.