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Ran-Dee was born and raised in the concrete jungle of Brooklyn, NY. At the age of 20, he left the life he knew behind, so that he could begin his knew life half-way around the world. The main reason for this, was to follow his baby momma (Aussie girl) who was about to give birth to his daughter in a foreign country. So begins the journey.
He remembers back to when he was still in NY..
His first taste of music industry experience came when he took over a party promotions company called Urban Groove in 1995. This was a small organization which helped promote underground events through utilizing their networking skills, flyering, and a 24 hour info line. Not too long after, he bacame partner in another project called Festa's Quest, which was named after the sudden passing of good friend DJ Festa. Together with DJ Moses, Festa's brother, they organized, promoted, and peformed at many underground events.
Ran-Dee then diverted his attention to Audio Engineering, and was lucky enough to grab himself an Assistant Engineer position at Power Play Studios, which is well known in NY as a popular spot for many hip hop artists, among other styles of music too.. It was originally owned by Rakim of Erik B. and Rakim fame. During his time there, Ran-Dee's most meorable sessions were the few months he spent helping record the X-ecutioners, for their album X-pressions. Shortly after he left to further his knowledge, and went to study at The Institute of Audio Engineering, where he received his diploma.
Skip a few drama filled years, and Ran-Dee finds himself in the beautiful country of Australia. Very soon after landing in Sydney Australia, he realizes he is surrounded by a young, flourishing, talented, hip hop scene. It was only a matter of time before this hustler started making some big moves..
Ran-Dee has been hosting and producing quality radio shows in Sydney for over 6 years. He trained and worked on Sydney's largest community station FBI when it first launched. He then left FBI after a year and a bit, to pursue a great opportunity at Australia's largest internet radio station, Bondi FM.
Along with his co-host, Mere*D, they started up Bondi FM's longest running Hip Hop show, Shoreshot. For around 4 years they delivered great radio to the world, and in that time interviewed some of the worlds finest Hip Hop artists, including DJ Premier, Talib Kweli, Bahamadia & DJ Statik, Roc Raida, Blackalicious, Lyrics Born, Roots Manuva, Hilltop Hoods, and many more.
After a few great years with Bondi FM, in mid 2007 Ran-Dee decided to jump at an opportunity to join the team at SBS's Alchemy Radio, a national radio station owned by one of Australia's largest media organizations. He is now a part of the team on Alchemy's premier Hip Hop / Dancehall show, The Tipping Point, along with fellow co-hosts Kween G and DJ Jonah. Together they have already interviewed some of the most accomplished artist, including Afrika Bambaataa, Junior Reid, Z-Trip, Dilated Peoples, the Jungle Brothers, Keith Murray, Pharoahe Monch, the RZA, and many more. Their show airs every Tuesday night from 11pm-12am and every Friday night from 11pm-1am (Sydney time). For more info check out www.sbs.com.au/alchemy
Ran-Dee is also involved in a few other areas of the music industry. His production company, Joint Adventure, quickly became recognized for delivering high quality events, after their success with the 2006 DMC NSW State Finals. Continuing on that high, Joint Adventure dropped a stack of shows on the Sydney area, including numerous album launches, national tours, and Sydney events for various local and international artists. That momentum is only getting stronger for 2009. Big things are on the way!!!
Some of the tours / events that Joint Adventure have helped organize so far include:
-2006 DMC NSW State Finals
-Zulu Nation Supajam w/ Lord Finesse, Roc Raida, Q-Unique & DJ Eclipse
-The Up To No Good Tour w/ RA The Rugged Man, Akrobatik, Louis Logic
-Masta Ace Tour w/ Masta Ace, Wordsworth, Stricklin and DJ Flo Fader
-NYE @ The Metro 2007 w/ Q-Bert, Maceo (De La Soul), + many more
-NY Invasion Tour w/ Jeru The Damaja, The Beatnuts, DWC, Delta & Staen1, + DJ Ology
- Foreign Beggars @ BFS
- The X-ecutioners & Wildchild @ Manning Bar
-Bingethinkers Shelflife Mixtape Launch
-Ivens Sounds To Expire To Album Launch
Joint Adventure also spreads it's wings into artist management/development, bookings & PR. Currently it's clients include:
Def Wish Cast (Hydrofunk Records)
Dialectrix (Obese Records)
DJ Staen1 (3x Oz DMC Champ, 5th place DMC World Comp 2005)
Coalmine Records (NY based hip hop label)
Basic Equipment Crew
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Def Wish Cast (The Legacy Continues out now on Hydrofunk)
13th Son (Our Lives out now on Grindin')
Sleeping Monk (Unreleased out now on Basic Equipment)
MC Immune (The Future Kill out now on Obese)
Bingethinkers (new album out in mid '09 on Lookup)
Herb & Sandro
Brass (Celsius)
Rivals (human beatbox)
DJ Murda-1 (Def Wish Cast)
DJ's Codex & Platterpush (Down Under Beats)
DJ 2Buck (Bingethinkers)
DJ Skoob (current NSW DMC Champ / tour dj for The Tongue / Blades of Hades)
DJ Mathmatics and the Robotek Breakers
DJ Ology
DJ Jonah (Alchemy Radio / WestLabz)
DJ Trip Trix (WestLabz)
and a roster that is growing quickly!!
Should you wish to book any of these artists. or to receive more info on these or any of the other artists linked up with Joint Adventure, please email: ran-dee@basicequipmentcrew.com
Last, but certainly not least, Ran-Dee is also known around town as one of the finest Host MC's in Sydney. His ability to get the crowd going, and his vibrant personality have allowed him the opportunity to be host MC at numerous events including all of Joint Adventure's shows (listed above), Gimme Some More @ The Metro (featuring Talib Kweli, Bahamadia, Jean Grey, Z-trip, MC Supernatural, etc), Fuzzy's Summer Breaks @ The Bondi Pavillion, The Nextmen @ The Forum, The 2007 Elements Tour (Z-Trip, Jungle Brothers, Swollen Members, DJ Format), O-ii-shi (w/ DJ Revolution), and many more. For a small taste of Ran-Dee's lyrical ability check out his old group The Hook- www.myspace.com/thehookaus
You can take the boy outta Brooklyn, but you'll never take Brooklyn outta the boy. In other words, You can't stop the hustle!!
Turntablism lives in NSW! Me and the crew at Joint Adventure hooked up the goods for Syd city...
DJ Murda 1 @ The 2006 DMC NSW State Finals
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My boy's Rivals & Heywire rippin' up the ill beatbox set @ The 2006 DMC NSW State Finals
The Beatnuts in Sydney @ NY Invasion (2008)
The Beatnuts in Sydney Part 2 @ NY Invasion (2008)
Aloe Blacc @ Hands On (2008)
Roc Raida showing off the skills @ our X-ecutioners Sydney Show (Oct 2008)
The X-ecutioners @ Manning Bar (Syd Uni)- October 2008
EPMD @ The Manning Bar (SYD Uni)- April 2009
EPMD @ The Manning Bar (SYD Uni)- April 2009
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Hey hey Ran-Dee...Hope all's good in ya hood, coz we heading that way next Thursday night. Oxford Arts Factory..It's tha second last night of our tour..Hope u can make it..be dope to have ya there! Peace TLK
My mixtape "SPITS AND PIECES" is now available and it's FREE! Click on the picture to download it. Please take the time to check it out, I think you'll dig it.
I make my music for you guys so I hope you enjoy it.
If you like it please let others know where they can download it.
If you'd like a FREE physical copy send me a message and I'll let you know what stores you can get it at or if you'd like I can send you a copy directly.
If you've disabled html code you can download it from prophetrayza.com
That's right Y'all. 30th of August and the wait is over. The SPITS AND PIECES MIXTAPE will be available for FREE, both CD and via download(at www.prophetrayza.com) REAL SOON.
I will post a list of stores where you will be able to get a copy closer to the release date. Please spread the word and copy and paste this on your page and your friends pages.
Prophet Rayza Hitting your ears REAL SOON
Peace
Here's the tracklist
1. Boom
2. Welcome
3. Simple as that
4. Forever and a day
5. Hip Hop ain't dead
6. Breath control
7. Lyrical chess Ft. Tommy Illfigga
8. Presence
9. Get down
10. Daily rebirth
11. Speech therapy
12. Full circle
**Spits and pieces Ft Adverse** bonus track
In the meantime I have a sneak peak of 3 of the tracks up on my page so make sure to stop by and check them out!!
Whuts good, check this out SHYHEIM presents The BOTTOM UP in "Staten Island" (produced by M7) Look out for M7's new project "NYC:the 5 boroughs" (CD/DVD)(LIMITED EDITION only available on Myspace) coming soon....BLESS
HOPE LAST NIGHT WENT WELL, SORRY I COULDNT MAKE IT OUT BRO, ENDED UP GOING WITH MY CREW TO THAT OMARION CONCERT, CAUSE WE HAD TWO ACTS DOING OPENING FOR THE SHOW!!
Just spreading the latest vid from our current release the ‘Ritual Law’ EP. Grab a copy via paypal on our page or email bwivdeece@hotmail.com for bank details if you’d rather do direct deposit. It’s a bargain at only $10 with your very own B wiv Deece stubby holder & postage included!
It’s also in good independent stores so keep an eye out!
2009 DMC FAIRFAX VA: Champion - DJ As-One - 2nd: DJ Ty Handswell 3rd: DJ Webb 2009 DMC SAN ANTONIO TX: Champion - DJ Ohm - 2nd: DJ Q-Base 3rd: The Don Santos
JUNE 13: NEW YORK CITY - 2009 DMC EAST COAST + DMC BATTLE FOR USA SUPREMACY DJ BATTLES 4pm - 11pm. House DJs: Rob Swift & DJ Spictakular. Host: DJ Fatfingaz. Judges: DJ IXL, Precision & Spictakular. All Ages. $10 in adv. at ticketweb.com. $15 day of. Santos Party House 96 Lafayette St NYC 10013. santospartyhouse.com. A C E N Q R W J M Z or 6 to Canal.
JUNE 27: LOS ANGELES CA: 2009 DMC WEST COAST + 2009 DMC USA TEAM DJ BATTLES 6pm-? Judges: P-Trix, D-Styles, Kidragon, Mista B, Quixotic & more tba. 18+. $15-$25. Sabor Lounge 847 S. Union Ave. LA CA 90017. saborlounge.com. myspace.com/bombandsystems
JULY 10: DMC NEW ORLEANS DJ BATTLE 9pm - ? Showcases by Teeko and DJ I-Dee. Judges: I-Dee, Teeko, DJ Spin & Shortkut. Host: Truth Universal. Howlin Wolf 907 S Peters St NO LA 70130. $10 at howlin-wolf.com. neworleansdmc.com & myspace.com/dmcneworleans.
AUGUST 1: 2009 DMC USA FINALS DJ BATTLE - NEW YORK CITY 4-11pm. Host: Kool DJ Red Alert. House DJ: Lord Finesse. All Ages. $15 adv. through ticketweb.com. $20 day of. Santos Party House 96 Lafayette St. NY santospartyhouse.com. A C E N Q R W J M Z or 6 to Canal.
