Jerome Temple, professionally known as DJ Jubilee, is a legendary figure in the New Orleans music scene. Hailing from the St. Thomas Projects in the 10th Ward of the city’s Lower Garden District, DJ Jubilee has not only helped shape the sound of Bounce Music but has also become an iconic figure in the genre. A graduate of Walter L. Cohen High School and Grambling State University, DJ Jubilee began his journey in music by DJing block parties in his neighborhood.
In the early 1990s, DJ Jubilee's unique style of Bounce Music started to gain traction across the Gulf Coast region. He quickly became known as “The King of Bounce,” a title he earned by bringing the energy and rhythm of New Orleans’ streets to the forefront of Southern hip-hop. His 1990 cassette single, Do The Jubilee All on Take Fo' Records, is particularly notable for being the first recorded use of the word "twerk," a term that has since become a staple in pop culture worldwide.
DJ Jubilee's influence continued to grow, and in 1998, he released the album Take It To the St. Thomas on Take Fo' Records, which debuted at #61 on Billboard’s Top R&B Albums chart. This achievement marked a significant milestone for Bounce Music, bringing the genre closer to mainstream recognition.
In November 2013, DJ Jubilee made history once again by headlining the first Bounce show at New Orleans' prestigious Preservation Hall, accompanied by the Big Easy Bounce Band. This performance solidified his status as a pioneer of Bounce Music and an enduring figure in New Orleans' vibrant musical legacy.
DJ Jubilee's contributions to the music world extend far beyond his neighborhood, influencing a new generation of artists and helping to popularize the Bounce genre. His legacy continues to inspire and shape the sound of New Orleans and Southern hip-hop to this day.
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