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Michael "5000" Watts, Houston Hip-Hop Pioneer, Dies at 52

Michael "5000" Watts, the visionary DJ and producer behind Swishahouse Records and a pioneer of Houston's "chopped and screwed" sound, has passed away at the age of 52. His influence on the Houston hip-hop scene and beyond is immeasurable.

Michael ‘5000’ Watts, Swishahouse founder and Houston hip-hop pioneer, dies at 52
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Houston Hip-Hop Legend DJ Michael 5000 Watts Hospitalized

Houston's hip-hop community is rallying around DJ Michael "5000" Watts, the legendary pioneer of the city's signature "chopped and screwed" sound, as he faces serious health issues. News of his hospitalization has prompted an outpouring of...

Houston hip-hop legend DJ Michael 5000 Watts hospitalized, family requests prayers