Ayub Bey (August 23, 1968 – December 13, 2022), known as Grand Daddy I.U., was an American rapper who was a member of the hip-hop group Juice Crew in the 1980s. Grand Daddy I.U., born in Queens, New York, was raised in Hempstead, Long Island, and encouraged to begin performing by his brother, also known as Kay Cee. He recorded a demo tape and gave it to Biz Markie, who signed him to the label Cold Chillin' Records in 1989. In 1990 he released his debut, Smooth Assassin, which spawned two Rap Chart hits: "Something New" (#11) which sampled James & Bobby Purify's "I'm Your Puppet", and "Sugar Free" (#9). He became noted for his high-end tailored attire, always appearing in public wearing a suit and tie.
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Links to Peel[]
Peel played the rapper's, 'This Is A Recording', single in 1990, but didn't seem to play any further material, according to available tracklistings on this site.
Shows Played[]
- 30 September 1990: This Is A Recording (12") Cold Chillin'
- 07 October 1990: This Is A Recording (12") Cold Chillin'
- 13 October 1990 (BFBS): This Is A Recording (12") Cold Chillin'