DJ Scarface bought his first pair of turntables in 1987, inspired by the music of classic hip hop artists like Public Enemy, Rakim, NWA, and Big Daddy Kane. He's been spinning records ever since, infusing his old school influences with his own innovative style.
In the 90's, Scarface worked as a radio DJ and also worked at the famous Billboard Live/Key Club in the heart of Hollywood. He briefly took a break from DJ'ing in order to earn a business degree, but as a Muslim, he became disillusioned with the world of big business after experiencing the prejudice of post 9/11 Islamophobia. DJ Scarface once again found solace through his music, sharing his gift by once again spinning records and producing music.
Since then he's released a number of mixtapes and has become one of the premiere DJs in the indie hip hop scene. He's worked with a who's-who of the best indie rap artists, including South Central Cartel's Big Prodeje, L.V., Outlawz, MC EIHT, Spice1, Bishop Lamont, Itz Karma, King Henzee of Nigeria, Lil Cas, Momentum of 20 Nickelz, Bob Chin, and Tru Trilla of the 050 Boyz. Besides his original tracks and indie work, DJ Scarface has earned a name for himself through jaw dropping remixes of classic rap artists like Tupac, Nas, Nate Dogg, and many more.
Earlier this summer DJ Scarface dropped the album Public Enemy #1, named after his favorite group and primary influence. The smooth and soulful "Kicc It With Us," which also features Big Prodeje and L.V., has been on the RAPstation All Planet 50 chart for over five weeks.
You can find out more about DJ Scarface and the many artists he's collaborated with or remixed at his official website.
By Michael Lucerna for RAPstation.com
