DJ Grand Wizard Theodore to be honored on Bronx Walk of Fame.

Ground-breaking Hip-Hop DJ Grand Wizard Theodore will be honored this Saturday (June 20) with an induction into the Bronx Walk of Fame. Since 1997, the New York borough annually recognizes its distinguished residents with a ceremony at the Walk of Fame, located at the Bronx County Building. Born Theodore Livingston, Grand Wizard Theodore began his DJ career in the 70’s. He revolutionized Hip-Hop music in the late 1970’s by creating the “scratching” technique. By rotating a vinyl record on the turntable while simultaneously alternating the crossfader, Theodore was able to create the now seminal “scratching” sound effect synonymous with Hip-Hop Culture. Grand Wizard Theodore will share his Bronx Walk of Fame induction with composer Charles Fox, actress Judy Reyes, singer/songwriter Melissa Manchester, and 70’s pop figure Tony Orlando. The ceremony is free to the public, and will commence this Saturday (June 20) at 11AM in front of 851 Grand Concourse.