Mr. Magic (March 15, 1956 – October 2, 2009), born John Rivas, was a influential hip-hop DJ and producer, who launched and hosted the first all-rap radio show in the U.S. titled “Rap Attack”. The show debuted in 1983 on WBLS in New York. The show, which lasted six years, also featured deejay Marley Marl and Tyron (Fly Ty) Williams.