Releases by Mixer / D.J.
EASY LEE
| Year | Release Title | Label | Mix Title | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Rap Archives Legends Volume 1 | Sounds Of Urban London | LIVE AT HARLEM WORLD, MANHATTAN N.Y. | 00:12:03 |
| 2007 | N.Y.C. Live Throwdown | Madison Square Garage | TREACHEROUS THREE FIRST ANNIVERSARY | 00:40:11 |
| 2007 | N.Y.C. Live Throwdown | Madison Square Garage | CLUB NEGRIL (18 FEBRUARY 1982) | 00:32:06 |
Information:
Below is a summarised biography created using Google Gemini in April 2026...
Easy Lee (Theodore Moye) was a foundational figure in early hip-hop, serving as the DJ for the legendary group The Treacherous Three. While the group's emcees (Kool Moe Dee, Special K, and LA Sunshine) were famous for their lyrical dexterity, Easy Lee provided the technical backbone that allowed them to innovate.
Who was Easy Lee?
Easy Lee was the "quiet force" behind The Treacherous Three, one of the most influential "Old School" hip-hop groups formed in the late 1970s in Harlem, New York. In an era where the DJ was the leader of the group, Lee was respected for his steady hand and ability to manage the complex transitions required for the group's "fast-rap" style. Unlike the flashy, showmanship-heavy style of Grandmaster Flash, Easy Lee was known for his precision and reliability. He focused on maintaining a flawless rhythm so the emcees could execute their synchronized routines.
Legacy in Hip-Hop Evolution
Easy Lee represents the era of the "Group DJ." His role was to be the architect of the soundscape, ensuring the equipment stayed running and the beat never dropped while the emcees interacted with the crowd. His technical support allowed Kool Moe Dee to become one of the first true "lyricists," changing the focus of hip-hop from the DJ's turntables to the MC's microphone.
"Easy Lee was the backbone. Without a DJ who could keep that precise timing, the fast-rapping style of The Treacherous Three wouldn't have been possible."