About Me:
For KOZ, hip-hop is about making a statement – a statement of his life, his thoughts, and his emotions. A story of what he went through or is still going through now, especially of what he dreams of becoming in the not so distant future. Relentless with his delivery and furious with his words, KOZ demands respect and combines his thought provoking lyrics with a distinct style and swagger. Coupled with his knack to discuss real life hardships, ability to rep the streets, have sway over the ladies, and attack issues of poverty and crime, it's clear that KOZ has exactly what it takes to shine.
KOZ stepped up and finished his debut album "SOUL OF A SOLDIER" scheduled to be released in May 2006. With a line-up of street anthems like Against The Grain and Born in Hell, club bangers like Ride wit a G and ICE, together with a controversial tribute to his Filipino countrymen AKO, the music industry is in for a reality check. KOZ's debut promises to set the pace for hip-hop in the coming years. The product of his unrelenting drive to succeed, talent, and a huge chip on his shoulder, KOZ' first album is a symbol of the pain, the struggle, success and retaliation. With his tenacious flow and unyielding attitude, there is no doubt that KOZ’s got what it takes. He got next!
I. BIO
A. Basic Info
Name: J. Santos
Nickname: KOZ
Birthday: January 29
Birthplace: Manila
B. Favorites
Hobbies: Music, reading, writing, playing videogames and basketball
Sports: Basketball, football, billiards
Movies: Blade, Matrix, Scarface, The Godfather, Ace Ventura
TV Shows: MTV, BET, ESPN
Artists: 2Pac, Eminem, Snoop, Jay-z, Aerosmith, GNR, Nirvana
Songs: Keep Your Head Up, Murder was the Case
Music: Rap, Hip-Hop, R & B, Soul, Rock, Alternative
Books: The Prince, The Art of War, The Rose That Grew From Concrete
Expression: What’s-in-it-for-you?
C. Personal
Adjective that best describes you: Unpredictable
Fashion: Hoodies, Jerseys, White T’s, Jeans, Dickies, Tims, Up-Towns
Most treasured item: My pride and beliefs
Fears: God
Pet Peeves: Fakes and procrastinators
Unforgettable childhood memory: Getting whooped by nun’s and teachers
Goals: Success achieved my way and by my own standards
Role Model: The greatest leaders in history that I’ve studied
II. Q & A
Why did you enter show business?
My love for making music and reaching out to people.
What do you consider as the turning point in your career?
When I truly realized that God gave me the talent to rap and the passion to write.
What is your biggest frustration/regret?
None. No regrets. I know that the choices and decisions I make comes with rewards and consequences. I welcome both.
What do most people don’t know about you?
That just when people think they know me, they realize that they really don't know me.
What is your most unforgettable moment/experience?
Hitting rock bottom and getting up from it.
What are you most proud of?
Being able to survive through all my trials and tribulations.
What do you value most?
The truth.
What is your advice to aspiring artists?
You are who you surround yourself with. Run with losers and you'll be loser.
Favorite Music:
Tupac, Snoop, X-Raided, Ice Cube, Eminem, Jay-Z, Scarface, Tha Dogg Pound, Method Man, Marvin Gaye, Al Green, Dr. Dre, Aerosmith, Nirvana, GNR, Old School, Soul, Motown.
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