C-Rayz Walz has been a fixture in the New York hip-hop scene for years. He hosts tons of hip-hop shows and events, and has more charisma and energy than most rappers can dream of. Has had a video in rotation on BET and started his own label, Sun Cycle Records. Hand picked by Wu-Tang. The evolution of the beast is now complete; heres a quick glimpse on how it came about:
Releases an unprecedented 28singles thru various independent labels distributed by Fat Beats including Its A Wrap (Sub Verse), which breaks the billboard top 100 R&B/Hip Hop Charts , debuting at ..61.
Recognized as the only three time EOW emcee challenge freestyle champion crushing the competition three years in a row challengers included Jin, Breeze (Stronghold member), Immortal Technique, etc. Released 5 independent albums on his own Sun Cycle Records label: 1. The Prelude- C-Rayz first full length album with production by Plain Pat (Def Jam) and Emile (Ghostface). 2. Singular Plurals- a compilation of his greatest singles to date featuring Can Ox, Aesop Rock, The Molemen, Breeze Evahflowin, Akrobatik, etc. 3. Limelight his most underrated hard to find work to date featuring Academy Award Winner Adrian Brody dba A Ranger, Wordsworth, Ryan Perfect, M-1 from Dead Prez. 4. Off The Radar - A Classic Collection of Original Songs By C-Rayz inclunding the controversial "BRONX ZOO" 5. Singular Plurals Vol II- and ALL NEW Collection of C-Rayz Singles and Collabos Featuring 502 Headz (CODE RED RECORDS/OHIO), iCon The Mic King, Immortal Technique, Chase Phoenix, Soul Purpose, and more.
Signs deal with producer and label owner EL-Ps Definitive Jux Records. 2003 his first major worldwide distributed record entitled "RAVIPOPS" 20,000+ sold & counting.C-Rayz first Jux release celebrating the birth of his sun RAVI. "BLACK SAMURAI" The Hard to find EP released on Def Jux. 5,000 copies and it VANISHED never to be seen again. "YEAR OF THE BEAST" (Originaly titled "NERD RAP") C-Rayz Last release on Def Jux. Following the Classic episode of MTV's MADE Reality show where C-Rayz Turned Nile Greenberg into "THE BLIZZARD" This Classic Record is just getting the props it deserves. Get a Copy before it is extinct!!! After a very Dark year of Trails in 2006 including the Murder Of C-Rayz Brother and going to his wake on his birthday Aug. 3rd. The Lion King C-Rayz looked to jump off a cliff with his CD player in hand. Saved by the love and powerful force of peaceful energy shown by TRUE HIPHOP HEADS on MYSPACE. C-Rayz fired his old decietful MAN-AGER, Got rid of weak minded people, found a new reason to live again. SUNCYCLE MUSIC!!!!! After hooking up with Longtime Freind Howie McDufie/DRAFT RECORDS. C-Rayz returns with "THE DROPPING" The album that will make true hiphop supporters RISE UP. This is the first satge of G.C. You Have Been Warned!!!
Over 500 live shows since 2003. Blazing Stages in Europe, South America, (Africa & Japan coming soon) shared the stage with the likes of Raekwon the Chef, Dead Prez, Mos Def, Aesop Rock, The Pharcyde, People Under the Stairs, Deep Rooted, Atmosphere, Mr Cheeks, De La Soul, Slick Rick, Doug E Fresh, Pete Rock, Insane Clown Posse, R.A. The Rugged Man, Killer Priest, GhostFace Killa, Inspecta Deck, GZA, SoundTribe Sector Nine, Sage Francis, Diggable Planet, X-Clan, GrandMaster Caz, Mellie Mel, Cold Crush, Busy Bee, DJ JS-1 & Rahzel, Kool Kieth, Self Scientific, DJ Muggz, Pigeon John, Reef The Lost Cauze, Large Professor and The New Positive Reggae Vibe Light of Matisyahu.
