RP Boo facts for kids

Quick facts for kids RP Boo
RP Boo performing in Chicago in 2016
Background information
Birth name	Kavain Wayne Space
Also known as	Arpebu
Born	(1972-03-11) March 11, 1972 (age 53) Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Genres	Footwork, juke
Occupation(s)	Musician DJ
Instruments	Akai MPC, Roland R-70
Years active	1997–present
Labels	Planet Mu

Kavain Wayne Space, better known as RP Boo (or sometimes Arpebu), is a cool musician, producer, and DJ from Chicago. He's famous for helping to create a special type of dance music called footwork in the 1990s. His first album, Legacy, came out in 2013 on a music label called Planet Mu.

Who is RP Boo?

RP Boo was born in West Chicago. He started his career as a DJ and dancer. He worked with a group called House-O-Matics. This group was known for making "juke" and "house" music.

He also made mixtapes, which are collections of songs. He even helped with the music for the Bud Billiken Parade. This is a big parade in Chicago.

How He Makes Music

RP Boo's early songs were released by himself. These songs were very important for the start of the footwork music style. He creates his music using special electronic tools.

He uses a Roland R-70 drum machine. This machine helps him make cool drum beats. He also uses an Akai S01 digital sampler. A sampler lets him record sounds and then play them back in new ways.

His Music Albums and Songs

RP Boo has released several albums and other music. Here are some of his main works:

Albums

• Legacy (2013)
• Fingers, Bank Pads, and Shoe Prints (2015)
• I'll Tell You What (2018)
• Established! (2021)

Mixtapes

• Dude Off 59th Street (2007)

Singles and EPs

• "Baby Come On" (1997)
• "11-47-99" (The Godzilla Track) (1999)
• "RP Technic" (2014)
• Classics, Volume 1 (2015)
• "The Ultimate" (2016)