Count Coolout

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Count Coolout came out of  New York.  His real name is James Minor

His style was heavily influenced by Jimmy Spicer and began his career as a background singer for him.

His first record came out in 1980 on Boss Records and was produced by Billy Nichols & the Count.

He recorded on WMOT records. “Rhythm Rap Rock” and “Here To Stay” were his two big records

“Touch The Rock” was released in 1980.

As of Summer 2003 he is running his old label, Jathom Records, and working on new material.

Check Out “Rhythm Rap Rock”

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  1. James “Count Coolout” Minor is probably one of the coolest most down to earth guy I know. I am truly blessed to be able to call him my brother. JaThom Records has started the revoluition and is expected to blow up majorly!

  2. One of my favorite raps of all tyme when I was young everybody asked me to do the RR Rock Rap! Much respect! Oh yeah even when he did the girls voice I did that too.

  3. id like to see A RECENT PICTURE OF JAMES MINOR. I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN A FAN.

  4. Mr. james minor
    It’s about time to come out with another rapp from way bak. everybody would like trip out on that cuzz. it will be big. trust me. Insane ChallyWayne Cuzz

  5. What the count was off the chain him in Jimmy Spicer ripped it I love in respect both of them dj mighty master cee

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