DJ Pam
Warren, better known as Pam the
Funkstress, died on December 22, 2017 as a result of complications resulting
from organ transplant surgery. Pam was 51 years of age.
Pam was the DJ for Oakland Bay Area socially
conscious rap group The Coup, from its inception in the early 1990s. The Coup is perhaps best known for “Not Yet Free” and “Dig It”,
featuring Pam. Pam also DJed
on local radio station KBLX for a number of years. In addition to her
association with The Coup, Pam DJed for Prince during his final tour, earning
her nickname Purple Pam and marking her as the best of the best.
In addition to her legendary talent
on the turntables, Pam was a chef in her own spot, Piccadilly Restaurant &
Catering in Foster City, CA.
Pam was one of the first female DJs
in hip-hop and had a stellar reputation in the music community. She mentored
many young DJs and was thought of as The Turntable Queen. It was posted on
social media by DJ Styles upon Pam’s death that she was taken from us because Prince
needed his DJ. Perhaps they are now making beautiful music together, wherever
they are.
Pam Warren [11/1966 – 12/22/2017]
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