Don Poppo, born Rodney Miller left a vision of life with his family, friends and fans. His music will live on in the hearts of all those that loved him. He will be sorely missed, Rest in Peace Don Poppo.
Brooklyn Zu
Created by one of Hip-Hop’s most unique and beloved characters, the late Ol’ Dirty Bastard, the Brooklyn Zu are one of music’s most recognizable names. In the early ‘90’s the Wu-Tang Clan emerged out of the New York City streets and began to shape the face of modern urban music. As a member of the Wu-Tang Clan, Ol’ Dirty Bastard began building a group of his own Brooklyn emcees. Five other artists make up the Brooklyn Zu clique. These members include Buddha Monk, 12 O’Clock, Shorty Shitstain, Murdock and The Zu Keeper. While growing up in the Bedford Stuyvesant section of Brooklyn, New York, Buddha Monk first met Ol’ Dirty Bastard when he was DJ’ing house parties all over the boro. When Buddha would play records, Dirty began to take the mic and rap to the music. Their relationship evolved immediately and the two became inseparable. It was shortly after this that Dirty introduced Buddha Monk to his...read more
Created by one of Hip-Hop’s most unique and beloved characters, the late Ol’ Dirty Bastard, the Brooklyn Zu are one of music’s most recognizable names. In the early ‘90’s the Wu-Tang Clan emerged out of the New York City streets and began to shape the face of modern urban music. As a member of the Wu-Tang Clan, Ol’ Dirty Bastard began building a group of his own Brooklyn emcees. Five other artists make up the Brooklyn Zu clique. These members include Buddha Monk, 12 O’Clock, Shorty Shitstain, Murdock and The Zu Keeper. While growing up in the Bedford Stuyvesant section of Brooklyn, New York, Buddha Monk first met Ol’ Dirty Bastard when he was DJ’ing house parties all over the boro. When Buddha would play records, Dirty began to take the mic and rap to the music. Their relationship evolved immediately and the two became inseparable. It was shortly after this that Dirty introduced Buddha Monk to his...read more
Raphael
Born and raised on the Southside of Chicago, Raphael is a singer-songwriter that uses his music to encourage, uplift, inspire and entertain his audiences. Coming from a long line of ministers, the church was instilled in Raphael at a very young age. It was there, he began singing at the age of three. By the age of seven he was playing for the church choir. Inspired by many of the true singers of our time including Nat King Cole, Sam Cooke, Brian McKnight and many more, Raphael is a true student of music. A recent graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Raphael served as President of the Black Chorus while at the University. In addition, he was the Director of...read more
Born and raised on the Southside of Chicago, Raphael is a singer-songwriter that uses his music to encourage, uplift, inspire and entertain his audiences. Coming from a long line of ministers, the church was instilled in Raphael at a very young age. It was there, he began singing at the age of three. By the age of seven he was playing for the church choir. Inspired by many of the true singers of our time including Nat King Cole, Sam Cooke, Brian McKnight and many more, Raphael is a true student of music. A recent graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Raphael served as President of the Black Chorus while at the University. In addition, he was the Director of...read more
Plaboy-Chi
Coming from the Windy City, Plaboy-Chi has been producing music for the better part of his young life. The Chicago native recently moved to New York City to pursue his passion more seriously as, he continues to work hard every day. Not long after landing in New York he captured first place in “The Industry Standard” Producer’s Showcase. Plaboy-Chi has begun to work with a number of new artists as well. He recently produced the song “F.Y.I.” on the 100 Grand Jin album for former Ruff Ryder Jin the Emcee. He is currently in the studio with the late Ol’ Dirty Bastard of the Wu-Tang Clan’s group, the Brooklyn Zu, working on their upcoming release Zu Untamed....read more
Coming from the Windy City, Plaboy-Chi has been producing music for the better part of his young life. The Chicago native recently moved to New York City to pursue his passion more seriously as, he continues to work hard every day. Not long after landing in New York he captured first place in “The Industry Standard” Producer’s Showcase. Plaboy-Chi has begun to work with a number of new artists as well. He recently produced the song “F.Y.I.” on the 100 Grand Jin album for former Ruff Ryder Jin the Emcee. He is currently in the studio with the late Ol’ Dirty Bastard of the Wu-Tang Clan’s group, the Brooklyn Zu, working on their upcoming release Zu Untamed....read more
12 O'Clock
As one of the most well known Wu-Tang Clan affiliates, outside of the nine original members, 12 OClock has already made a mark for himself in the rap world. Born in the Bedford Stuyvesant section of Brooklyn, New York, 12 OClock was surrounded by the hip-hop culture from an early age. Then at the age of eight, he was forced to grow up fast as he suffered the loss of his mother. It was at this time that he moved in with his Aunt Cherry. While living there he began to tag along with his older cousin everywhere that he could. This cousin quickly became an older brother to 12, teaching him all the things a young man needs to know. 12s big brother later became known to the world as the Ol Dirty Bastard....read more
As one of the most well known Wu-Tang Clan affiliates, outside of the nine original members, 12 OClock has already made a mark for himself in the rap world. Born in the Bedford Stuyvesant section of Brooklyn, New York, 12 OClock was surrounded by the hip-hop culture from an early age. Then at the age of eight, he was forced to grow up fast as he suffered the loss of his mother. It was at this time that he moved in with his Aunt Cherry. While living there he began to tag along with his older cousin everywhere that he could. This cousin quickly became an older brother to 12, teaching him all the things a young man needs to know. 12s big brother later became known to the world as the Ol Dirty Bastard....read more
Willy Gleamz
His name is Willy Gleamz and word of mouth has taken this Brooklyn native from rap battles with Dice Raw at the Five Spot in Philly to over 200 mixtapes and numerous mix shows all over the Globe. Formerly known as Gutta Black AKA Stevie Brooklyn, Gleamz previously rapped with Tuff Cuff Productions and The Brooklyn Zu clique, which included The Zoo Keeper, 12 O’Clock, Territory and Murdoc, all under the watchful eye of Wu Tang Clan’s Ol’ Dirty Bastard. Gleamz’s interest in music was sparked at the early age of 11, when his cousin Jamal, famous for not taking showers, inspired him to write his first rap, which he called “The Germ.” It was the success of this rap within Gleamz’s circle of friends and family that flipped the switch in his brain that signaled the beginning of a life in music. Writing rhymes for 13 years now, his mission is simple. “I just want people to be able to have a good time listening to my music...read more
His name is Willy Gleamz and word of mouth has taken this Brooklyn native from rap battles with Dice Raw at the Five Spot in Philly to over 200 mixtapes and numerous mix shows all over the Globe. Formerly known as Gutta Black AKA Stevie Brooklyn, Gleamz previously rapped with Tuff Cuff Productions and The Brooklyn Zu clique, which included The Zoo Keeper, 12 O’Clock, Territory and Murdoc, all under the watchful eye of Wu Tang Clan’s Ol’ Dirty Bastard. Gleamz’s interest in music was sparked at the early age of 11, when his cousin Jamal, famous for not taking showers, inspired him to write his first rap, which he called “The Germ.” It was the success of this rap within Gleamz’s circle of friends and family that flipped the switch in his brain that signaled the beginning of a life in music. Writing rhymes for 13 years now, his mission is simple. “I just want people to be able to have a good time listening to my music...read more