Biz Markie Legacy Lives On | Hip-Hop News

Hip-Hop News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 9, 2026 · 1m

Biz Markie’s legacy roars on 40 years after his debut EP, as Downtown Music Publishing takes the reins of his entire catalog to ensure his music lives on — from film placements to name rights — while his widow vows to keep his spirit alive. A new NYC exhibit, “The Biz Markie Experience,” showcases over 50 artifacts capturing his iconic vibe, and his beats keep echoing through hits like “Just A Friend” and fresh samples by Wu-Tang, Nas, The Rolling Stones, and more. Plus, his Harlem-based foundation continues his mission of uplifting communities — proof that his influence? Still dropping like…