[9][10] Following that he went on the I Am RAW 30-date tour with Hopsin in support of Raw and in promotion of his upcoming mixtape. SwizZz) - Single by All The Meaning", "Drop It (feat. [22][23][24] On June 11, 2013, the music video was released for "Go Off" by Jarren Benton featuring Hopsin and SwizZz, the third single from his debut studio album My Grandma's Basement. [25] Three days later, SwizZz released a remix to "Versace" titled "Bukkake". In 2007, he was signed to Ruthless Records, and has since founded his own record label, Funk Volume, in 2009. 1. SwizZz & Hopsin) 2. Forgot account? It produces hip hop music. The label was shut down soon after. Still Movin. SwizZz has been active since 2009 but has never released an album. He commented on the delay saying, "Once you get your head and your mind right and your personal life situated, that’s what’s next. [9] My Grandma's Basement peaked at number four on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart and number 152 on the Billboard 200.[10]. [2] The first rapper to be signed to Funk Volume would be Damien Ritter's younger brother and high school friend of Hopsin, SwizZz. SwizZz) - Single by Mekhi", "Tech N9ne Presents Rollin' Stone by Stevie Stone", "Wolff - Lycanthropy Pt. Hopsin. About SwizZz. Musician/Band. Funk Volume was an American independent record label founded by American rapper Hopsin. It was founded in 2009 by American rapper Hopsin and Damien "Dame" Ritter. Funk Volume's likes; Funk Volume's … Before he launched it, he made a mixtape … He was introduced to the label through being affiliated with Jarren Benton prior to his signing to Funk Volume. On May 13, 2016, SwizZz released the single "Extra". - Single by SwizZz", "Take Me Away (feat. "[5] In early 2012 Hopsin would expand his roster by signing Atlanta rapper Jarren Benton, who would then release a mixtape Freebasing With Kevin Bacon in June 2012. Irv Da Phenom!) [3], On August 1, 2013, SwizZz premiered his debut solo single, the self-produced "Zoom In", along with its music video. See more of SwizZz on Facebook. SwizZz & DJ Hoppa) - Single by Def Note", "Am I a Legend? See more of SwizZz on Facebook. [32], In November 2013, SwizZz stated that his debut studio album would be released in early 2014. [11] On August 20, 2013, Damien Ritter revealed in an interview that he had talked to many labels about distribution deals, but decided against it till the label built its brand more. [17] He was also featured on Dizzy Wright's "Independent Living", which also featured Hopsin. Not Now. Funk Volume — американський незалежний лейбл, заснований Маркусом Гопсоном та Демієном Ріттером. Funk Volume (feat. Although he was the first artist to be signed to Funk Volume, other than Hopsin, he never released an album under the label. He was having a hard time figuring out what he wanted to major in, and he could not find anything he was passionate about in school. About “Funk Volume 2012” The 2012 cypher for the Funk Volume label featuring their only acts at the time: Hopsin, Dizzy Wright, SwizZz, and DJ Hoppa. Create New Account. SwizZz's response track was produced by himself and DJ Hoppa. Funk Volume is an independent record label and production company. Aber auch Hopsins Label Funk Volume avancierte nach und nach zu einer ernstzunehmenden Größe. Justin Ritter (born September 28, 1987), known professionally as SwizZz, is an American rapper and songwriter. (feat. This tour consisted of 44 concerts in 50 days. “When me and Hop’ first started making music, for me, it was more of a hobby-something fun to do. 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He did release one mixtape, and a collaborative mixtape with Hopsin. Tech N9ne. Jarren Benton would release his debut studio album My Grandma's Basement on June 11, 2013. On mixtape website DatPiff, it has been ce… Dieses wurde von Hopsin gegründet und später von Damien „Dame“ Ritter übernommen. SwizZz - "How You Like Me Now" Music Video | The Smoking Section", "Hopsin - How You Like Me Now Feat. Funk Volume is based in the Los Angeles area. Kato On The Track. He also stated that a Funk Volume compilation album would be released in the future. Once you get used to his voice, you’ll love it! Hopsin & SwizZz - It's All Good Now 229K 5. 311,887 people like this. SwizZz & Freeloader MC) - Single by Wes Yee", "Can't Be Bothered (feat. He is due to release a collaboration extended play with Travis Barker. Krizz Kaliko. SwizZz has said he is inspired by all types of music, from hip-hop and alternative rock, to trance and R&B. With Funk Volume, Swizzz made a lot of mix tapes and Swizzz also featured in many songs of Hopsin’s and Dizzy Wright’s album. Neben SwizZz, dem Bruder von Dame Ritter, ist seit Ende 2011 auch der aus Las Vegas stammende Dizzy Wright bei Funk Volume unter Vertrag. Justin Ritter, better known as SwizZz, is a rapper from San Fernando Valley, California. DJ/producer from Panorama City, Los Angeles. In his response, he talked about his side of the story of Funk Volume's breakup, while dissing Hopsin and defending his brother Dame at the same time. Log In. He is known for his distinctive nasal voice as well as his contact lenses, which make his eyeballs appear to be solid black. Video Creator. He is best known for significantly collaborating with childhood friend Hopsin, and being signed to their record label Funk Volume, which was founded by Hopsin, himself, and his older brother Damien "Dame" Ritter. He is good friends with Hopsin, also on Funk Volume. The label was home to artists Dizzy Wright, Jarren Benton, SwizZz, and producers DJ Hoppa and Kato. The label involved independent artists such as SwizZz, Jarren Benton, Dizzy Wright, along with producers such as DJ Hoppa and Kato on the Track. 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Shortly after launching Funk Volume, Hopsin and SwizZz released a collaborative mixtape titled Haywire on June 18, 2009 to promote the label. I loved it, but I didn’t necessarily have it in mind to be a profession or a career,” SwizZz admits today. On January 7, 2016, Hopsin posted on Instagram that Funk Volume was officially "dead". 102,048; 164,139; Rating Failed. [2][12] On December 11, 2011, Funk Volume released a song "Funk Volume 2012", featuring Hopsin, SwizZz, and new Funk Volume signee Dizzy Wright. [6][7] Dizzy Wright would be the first artist besides Hopsin, to release an official studio album on Funk Volume which would be titled, SmokeOutConversations on April 20, 2012. Bad Motherfucker (feat. He released one album under the label. [15] He cited the reason as co-founder Dame Ritter "wanting to control too much". Funk Volume SwizZz Hopsin - How You Like Me Now. [13] In May 2014, Jarren Benton became the third Funk Volume artist in as many years to be named to the XXL freshman class. This is sad because he is GREAT! Irv Da Phenom & Bo) - Single by SwizZz", "People Talk - Single by SwizZz & Jae Williams", "Pages Turning (feat. Too Far Gone (feat. SwizZz… SwizZz (справжнє ім'я: Джастін Ріттер) — американський репер.Відомий співпрацею з другом дитинства Hopsin та укладенням угоди з його лейблом Funk Volume, одним із співзасновників якого також є старший брат Дейм Ріттер. Clothing Store. It’s like, how are you going to make music or try to present an image or something like that when you don’t even know who you are as a person? Hopsin has released three studio albums, Gazing At the Moonlight through Ruthless Records, Raw and his latest album Knock Madness along with the mixtape Haywire (with SwizZz) through Funk Volume. Hopsin & SwizZz - Lucifer Effect 621K View 14 tracks 3,710 598 Share Add to Next up Add to Next up Add to Next up Added. Dizzy Wright. In November 2011 Las Vegas rapper Dizzy Wright was signed to Funk Volume after they were "impressed by his smooth flow, confident stage presence and energy that won over the crowd. [1][6][7], SwizZz was featured on three songs from Hopsin's second studio album Raw (2010). Hopsin & SwizZz - Bad Motherfucker 194K 3. He has been the touring DJ and an in-house producer for the label since 2011. The label was shut down soon after. [29] On August 12, 2013, Dizzy Wright released the music video to the SwizZz-featuring "The Flavor", from his mixtape The Golden Age. Funk Volume was a independent record label founded in 2009 by American rapper/record producer Hopsin. [4], 2016–present: Funk Volume's break up, hiatus, and various singles, (with Brains McLoud, Cryptic Wisdom and The Jokerr), (Seven Cities Syndicate featuring SwizZz and Jesse Taylor), (Wes Yee featuring SwizZz and Freeloader MC), "SwizZz & Hopsin - Funk Volume Mixtape: Haywire Mixtape", "Good Morning SwizZzle Mixtape by SwizZz", "Funk Volume: Valley-Based Rap Label Builds an Independent Empire - Page 1 - Music - Los Angeles", "Best Of Hard Knock TV : Hopsin talks Spiderman, Retiring, Moving to Australia + More", "iTunes - Music - Haywire by Hopsin & SwizZz", "Haywire [Explicit]: Hopsin: MP3 Downloads", "Raw - Hopsin | Songs, Reviews, Credits, Awards", "Hopsin Feat. SwizZz, born Justin Ritter, is an American rapper and songwriter. [35] He later went on to release various singles throughout 2016-2020. That’s the main battle that I was dealing with—just getting my mind right."[33]. [8] It was followed by an EP titled The First Agreement in December 2012. SwizZz & Jesse Taylor) - Single by Seven Cities Syndicate", "iTunes - Music - The Game (feat. Hopsin Lyrics "Funk Volume 2013" (feat. or. DJ Hoppa. [3][4], In 2009, Hopsin founded his own independent record label, Funk Volume, with Damien Ritter. He has released two projects: Haywire with labelmate Hopsin in 2009 and the mixtape Good Morning SwizZzle in 2011. [12] The label then released Hopsin's Knock Madness on November 26, 2013. He rose to fame as the first rapper to be signed by Funk Volume, an independent record label, and as one of its founding members along with his brother, Damien and rapper, Hopsin. [11] On June 25, 2011, SwizZz released his debut solo mixtape Good Morning SwizZzle, along with saying his debut album tentatively titled, Rock, Paper, SwizZzors would be released in 2012. [3] They originally wanted to sell it for retail sale, but were unable due to Hopsin still being contracted by Ruthless Records at the time. "[28] The song was then released to retail sale as a digital download on August 9, 2013. Neben SwizZz, dem Bruder von Dame Ritter, ist seit Ende 2011 auch der aus Las Vegas stammende Dizzy Wright bei Funk Volume unter Vertrag. Hoppa And Friends - Grown ft. Devon Lee, Futuristic, Wax, Dizzy Wright by Funk Volume published on 2015-03-02T02:51:54Z. After high school SwizZz got accepted into the University of California at Irvine, but after two years he decided to put his education on hold, while he would pursue a career in music. Forgot account? Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at Last.fm. Their concert tour included 44 shows in 50 days, and was the subject of a documentary released on November 11, 2013. Funk Volume was an American independent record label founded by American rapper Hopsin. II (feat. [14][15] He was featured on Stevie Stone's "Raw Talk" along with Hopsin, from his 2012 album Rolling Stone. To some of these Funk Volume fans that have been around from the jump, they’re like, ‘It’s not Funk Volume without SwizZz.’ I respect that because I feel the same way. To start the label Hopsin went on LegalZoom, set up the business, and got the papers in the mail. [1][2], SwizZz initially met Hopsin in high school, where they were classmates and became close friends. [14] In 2015 Funk Volume signed a distribution deal with Warner Bros. Records. | Funk VolumeFunk Volume", http://www.xxlmag.com/news/2014/05/jarren-benton-xxl-freshmen-2014/, "Hopsin Threatens To Leave Funk Volume Following "Issues" With CEO Damien Ritter", "Hopsin Finds Freedom After Leaving Funk Volume", http://www.hotnewhiphop.com/dizzy-wright-announces-state-of-mind-ep-news.9399.html, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Funk_Volume&oldid=997368298, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License. With the help of Empire Distribution, Knock Madness became the first Funk Volume release to be distributed in CD format to retail stores. [34] One week later, he released a single tilted, "Automatic" as a response to Hopsin's track, Ill Mind of Hopsin 8. Page Transparency See More. SwizZz, who is Damien Ritter's younger brother became the first artist to be signed to Funk Volume. The label is defunct due to a feud between co-founders Hopsin and Damien "Dame" Ritter in regards to financial alterations. In 2009, Hopsin founded his own independent record label, Funk Volume, with Damien Ritter. Upset with the disrespect from his co-worker, Hopsin went on Instagram and threatened to leave Funk Volume if Ritter did not. The label is defunct due to a feud between co-founders Hopsin and Damien "Dame" Ritter in regards to financial alterations. A year after Jarren was signed, they signed Kato as well. SwizZz Official Discography: Good Morning SwizZzle. 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