Jacob Paek
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Jacob "IZ" Paek also known as "IZREAL" or simply "IZ" is a Korean American
rapper signed with record label 454 Life Entertainment
. Upon signing with 454 Life Entertainment
, IZ has linked up with top producers such as Traxamillion
and platinum producers The Breakfast Club
(Beamer, Benz or Bentley.) His rap style is described as descriptive, real, and gritty which can be shown in his introductory single “On My Feet” to the futuristic soundscapes of “I Party,” a collaboration with Platinum selling artists Far East Movement
.
, a crime infested neighborhood long recognized as a breeding ground for violent Asian gangs. IZ was brought up in the street, and although music had always captivated him, he did not pursue a career as a musician until his life was struck with tragedy. The fatal shooting of his beloved girlfriend left IZ in a whirlwind of emotion, and motivated him to begin expressing his consciousness through music.
After a brief successful start to his musical career IZ was sentenced to jail that put a halt to the progress he made in his musical career. Two weeks after being released from prison he was ambushed and stabbed nine times by his enemies. Even while being threatened with a violation of his parole, IZ refused to cooperate with the police in naming those who attacked him. IZ was released from the hospital shortly afterwards, and was then questioned by the police regarding the murder of one of his attackers. Once again, IZ refused to cooperate, choosing to focus instead on his burgeoning career as a rapper, and putting that chapter of his life behind him. He has yet to release his highly and eagerly anticipated debut album with 454 Life Entertainment
.
Korean American
Korean Americans are Americans of Korean descent, mostly from South Korea, with a small minority from North Korea...
rapper signed with record label 454 Life Entertainment
454 Life Entertainment
454 Life Entertainment is a hip-hop record label based in San Jose, California. It was founded along with its sister company 454 Films on March 19, 2010. The record label is 100% independently owned, and currently has a roster of 4 artists.- Company history :...
. Upon signing with 454 Life Entertainment
454 Life Entertainment
454 Life Entertainment is a hip-hop record label based in San Jose, California. It was founded along with its sister company 454 Films on March 19, 2010. The record label is 100% independently owned, and currently has a roster of 4 artists.- Company history :...
, IZ has linked up with top producers such as Traxamillion
Traxamillion
Traxamillion is a hip hop producer from San Jose, California.He has become one of the most watched producers in the industry with hits such as Keak da Sneak's "Super Hyphy" and Dem Hoodstarz "Grown Man Remix". His first album, The Slapp Addict, was a compilation of Bay Area hyphy artists. The Slapp...
and platinum producers The Breakfast Club
The Breakfast Club
The Breakfast Club is a 1985 American teen drama film written and directed by John Hughes. The storyline follows five teenagers as they spend a Saturday in detention together and come to realize that they are all deeper than their respective stereotypes.-Plot:The plot follows five students at...
(Beamer, Benz or Bentley.) His rap style is described as descriptive, real, and gritty which can be shown in his introductory single “On My Feet” to the futuristic soundscapes of “I Party,” a collaboration with Platinum selling artists Far East Movement
Far east movement
Far East Movement is an Asian American electro hop quartet based in Los Angeles. The group formed in 2003 and consists of Kev Nish , Prohgress , J-Splif , and DJ Virman...
.
Biography
IZ grew up in the city of Garden GroveGarden Grove
There are at least three places in the United States named Garden Grove:* Garden Grove, California* Garden Grove, Iowa* Garden Grove, Florida"Garden Grove" could also refer to:...
, a crime infested neighborhood long recognized as a breeding ground for violent Asian gangs. IZ was brought up in the street, and although music had always captivated him, he did not pursue a career as a musician until his life was struck with tragedy. The fatal shooting of his beloved girlfriend left IZ in a whirlwind of emotion, and motivated him to begin expressing his consciousness through music.
After a brief successful start to his musical career IZ was sentenced to jail that put a halt to the progress he made in his musical career. Two weeks after being released from prison he was ambushed and stabbed nine times by his enemies. Even while being threatened with a violation of his parole, IZ refused to cooperate with the police in naming those who attacked him. IZ was released from the hospital shortly afterwards, and was then questioned by the police regarding the murder of one of his attackers. Once again, IZ refused to cooperate, choosing to focus instead on his burgeoning career as a rapper, and putting that chapter of his life behind him. He has yet to release his highly and eagerly anticipated debut album with 454 Life Entertainment
454 Life Entertainment
454 Life Entertainment is a hip-hop record label based in San Jose, California. It was founded along with its sister company 454 Films on March 19, 2010. The record label is 100% independently owned, and currently has a roster of 4 artists.- Company history :...
.
Singles
- 2007 "On My Feet"
- 2009 "I Party" (feat. Far East MovementFar east movementFar East Movement is an Asian American electro hop quartet based in Los Angeles. The group formed in 2003 and consists of Kev Nish , Prohgress , J-Splif , and DJ Virman...
) - 2010 "Never Fall"