We Salute: DJ RIZ
Q&A With DJ RIZ:
What’s your must have winter item?
“A skully.”
What is your DJ uniform?
“As long as I’m comfortable, I’m fine.”
What’s your favorite essential party record?
“Be Faithful” by Crooklyn Clan
Where do you see the future of DJing?
“It’s hard to say because technology is making it easier for anyone to become a DJ. Robots could be DJing in the future!”
About DJ RIZ:
DJ Riz bought his first set of DJ equipment at the age of 15. Inspired by radio DJs Marley Marl, Red Alert, Chuck Chillout, Clark Kent and Kid Capri, he quickly developed a new love for this musical art form. Riz started making mix tapes for his friends that started circulating through the neighborhood. He then started to DJ various house and block parties in the neighborhood, which then escalated to lounges and small clubs. As his skills progressed, Riz would then branch out to work at some of the most well known nightclubs and radio stations in New York City.
In 1992, Riz was given a DJ residency at the biggest hip hop club in New York at the time (Homebass). This is where he eventually met Funkmaster Flex. Riz would eventually become a member of Flex’s DJ crew “The Flip Squad” which included a roster of marquee named DJs that were big in the clubs or on radio. During this time, he also became the tour DJ for MC Search (3rd Bass) doing shows and various television appearances all over the country. He also played at events such as the Super Bowl and Pro Bowl with DJ Skribble, along with DJing celebrity parties for Mike Tyson, Heidi Klum, Marcus Allen, LL Cool J, Donald Trump and Jayson Williams, to name a few.
DJ Riz is one half of the world renowned production duo, The Crooklyn Clan, who’ve created some of the world’s biggest club party anthems. They’ve also worked with major artists such as Sean Paul as well as many others, not to mention producing the platinum selling single “Be Faithful” featuring Fatman Scoop. The Clan can also be found displaying their DJ talents to the masses at different clubs and venues around the world.
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VIDEO
DJ Riz performs at Blue Martini in Tampa, FL:
DJ Riz performs at Shampoo nightclub for MLK Weekend 2007:
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