List of Wu-Tang Clan affiliates
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The hip hop group Wu-Tang Clan has various "affiliates" which receive support, financial and otherwise, from the Wu-Tang Clan. This is a list of musical groups and producers that are officially affiliated with the group.[1] The association of these affiliates with Wu-Tang varies greatly. Many on this list are virtually unknown, creating future projects, while many are already successful musicians themselves . Generally, some of the most acclaimed Wu-Tang affiliates are the ones with the closest actual ties to members of the group; Cappadonna became the next Wu member following Ol' Dirty Bastard's death, Killah Priest, 4th Disciple, Mathematics, Sunz of Man, Killarmy and Streetlife are also closely linked to group.
For albums released by Wu-Tang Clan afilliates, see List of Wu-Tang Clan affiliate albums
[edit] Groups
[edit] A&R
A group consisting of Armel and Sharecka. They have released the albums Non-Exclusive, Vol. 1 (2005), Non-Exclusive, Vol. 2 (2005) and A&R presents Hoodtrepeneurs, Vol. 1 (2005).
[edit] A.I.G.
A.I.G. is a duo composed of Allah Wise and Darkim Be Allah. The group, whose name stands for "Allah Is God", debuted on the Wu-Tang Killa Bees: The Swarm compilation with the track "Bronx War Stories". An album titled Retaliation Strike was completed but was never released, a situation which eventually caused the group to leave the Wu-Tang stable and pursue an independent route, though they remain on good terms. They finally released their debut Fame Labs Presents in 2005.
[edit] Achozen
Members including RZA, Beretta 9, Reverend William Burk and Shavo Odadjian.Many are called but few "are chosen" is the concept behind the formation of this group which was put together by RZA and System of A down member Shavo. The Name Achozen is from "A Chosen Few".They are currently working on an album.
[edit] Almighty
New group formed in 2008 by Killah Priest consists Bronze Nazareth, M- Eighty, Sone One,C Rayz Walz,5 Star, Killah Priest. Current working on "Original S.I.N -Strength In Numbers" that will feature guests like Canibus, Planet Asia, Warcloud.
[edit] American Cream Team
A group once mentored by Raekwon and believed to consist of Chip Banks (d. 2000), Polite, Lord Superb, Twiz, and Rhyme Recka. Raekwon featured American Cream Team on two songs on his second album Immobilarity and much of that album was produced by the group's inhouse producer Triflyn. The group also made several appearances on mixtapes and compilations, including a track titled "It's Not A Game" on the soundtrack to the film Black & White which was played over the film's credits, and a track on Funkmaster Flex's Sixty Minutes Of Funk Volume III mixtape. Members of the group also made appearances on albums by Rae's fellow Clansmen Ghostface Killah and Method Man. However, after the loss of member Chip Banks in a 2000 shooting, the group split up. Like many Wu affiliates, American Cream Team completed an album but it has never been released (the album was even advertised in the liner notes of other Wu-Tang releases). Since then, Lord Superb & Twiz have been incarcerated & have been unable to release new material. Rhyme Recka continues to record solo material, and Polite joined Raekwon's new group Ice Water, who released their debut Polluted Water in 2007
[edit] Ancient Coins
A group which consists of Armel, D-Micah, Marcel, Spanky Splash, Devil Destroya and Holy Smokes. Released the Who Got Change? EP on the MP3.com website in 2000.
[edit] Tha Beggas
A group who independently released the single "Supernatural" and debuted internationally on The Swarm compilation with the song "On the Strength" after the passing of founding member Father Lord (Wu Chi) and which has consisted of, at various times, Father Lord, Buda Love, Magic Sword, Ohh Aah Swordsman, Samo Heung, Scorpion, Bolo Gah, Long Fist, Dragon Fly, Long Axe, Short Axe and Jim Kelly. However, after Father Lord died, the group split. Many members have since released various solo and group projects independently via Hidden Aspects Music. Project and groups such as Bolos Kitchen "Blood Sweat and Years" album, Black Lotus "Lotus Notes", Dragon Fly "9000 Miles", Begga Ooh (Ooh Aah) "Renewed History", Yukon Black (Short Axe) "Addiction Services", Long Axe "Lost In Translation".
[edit] Black Knights
One of the many Wu-affiliates to debut on the Wu-Tang Killa Bees: The Swarm compilation, this Californian group was originally associated with the group North Star (also from California) with whom they recorded as Black Knights Of The North Star. However, the groups have since separated. The group originally consisted of Crisis, Doc Doom, Monk and Holocaust, however Holocaust has since left the group to concentrate on his solo recordings (he has also changed his name to Warcloud). In 2004, the Black Knights released their debut album Every Night Is A Black Knight with limited distribution, and also reunited with North Star for the closing song (titled "Black Knights Of The North Star") on North Star's debut album. In 2005, they re-released their debut to worldwide distribution through CHAMBERMUSIK.Com. Member Doc Doom was shot and killed February 11, 2007.
Now teamed up with the West Coast Killa Beez and the new crew The Indovizualz to feature on the Indovizualz debut album in 2008.
[edit] Black Lotus
A group consisting of members Bolo Gah, Dragonfly, Ty Fuu, and Long Axe. They released Lotus Notes (1997-1999) in 2005.
[edit] Black Rose Kartel
The group which consist of DADDY ROSE, DON BARACUS (aka Mr.Sunshine), NICKY BONDS (aka St. Nicolas), SALAH'UDIN (aka Salah'udin Rose, aka Deac. O'Malley), ARISTOTLE (aka Casino Red) was originally titled The ROSE FAMILY, POPULATION CLICK (P.C.), Black Rose Militia. After a slight change in structure, they became better known as Black Rose Kartel. They also added K.G.L. (King Goldie Locks), 88 Keyz (aka ELoheim). Although their Wu affiliation is unclear, they were once a part of the group United Kingdom. Daddy Rose and Salah'udin are close associates of Killah Priest, and has performed alongside Popa Wu, Timbo King and various members of the Sunz Of Man. All traces of their involvement were left off the retail version of Popa Wu's "Visions of the Tenth Chamber". Salah'udin and Daddy Rose are also members of The Maccabees. Their album Rose Kartel Order was released in 2000, on Stargate Worldwide Entertainment.
[edit] Brooklyn Zu
A group composed of Ol' Dirty Bastard and his close associates 12 O'Clock, Shorty Shitstain, Murdock, Zu Keeper, Silkski, Buddha Monk, and Dthedragon on the westcoast. First heard on Ol' Dirty Bastard's "Return to the 36 Chambers". The group has made a number of Wu album appearances since, and have also recorded a number of tracks which later appeared on Popa Wu's "Visions of the 10th Chamber". They were once collectively tied with the "old" United Kingdom group. 12 O'Clock is ODB's younger brother. Dirtys cousin is Zu Keeper.
[edit] C.C.F. Division
A group consisting of Free Murda, ShaCronz and Terra Tory. They had a few featurings on RZA's Birth of a Prince.
[edit] Da Manchuz
The groups consists of members Babyface Fensta, Born U Majesty, Delta One, Drunken Dragon, Manley Musa, Spiritual Assassin and War. Espionage and Professor King Bean used to be members of the group but are now deceased. They released the album Manchuz Dynasty in 2007. Affiliated with ODB, Buddha Monk, and the Brooklyn Zu clique.
[edit] Deadly Venoms
[edit] Future Chamber
A big collective that consisting of Consciouz Fear,Deadly Strangah,DJ Nino Carta,D.L.A.H,Dungeon Masta,Freemurda,Lord Subliminal,Lu Struggz,Raaddrr Van,Rebel Palistine,Suga Bang Bang,Timbo King,ZOC Da Shogun.Popa Wu Presents Future Chamber, the next chapter in the 10th Chamber second installation, consisting of the names above with an album planned to drop 2008 via Popa recordz/Future Chamber. Hellkeydoe (Dlah & Consciouz Fear) is group that has released an album (Bloody Birdz) prior to the formation of Future Chambers and stand as the foundation of this collective.
[edit] G.P. Wu
A Staten Island group consisting of Down Low Recka, Rubbabandz, June Luva and Ghostface Killah's cousin Pop Da Brown Hornet (real name Arby Tyrone Quinn). Released their debut album Don't Go Against The Grain on MCA Records during the heyday of the Wu-Tang brand in 1998. GP stands for Gladiator Posse. Pop Da Brown Hornet released his debut solo album The Undaground Emperor on 2000, also on MCA.
[edit] G-Sciples
New Collective formed by Killah Priest. The project has no set release date as the formula is still being calculated. the first introduction to the G-Sciples will appear on killah Priests upcoming double album entitled "Behind The Stained Glass." Members include Christ Apostle and Rasul Allah.
[edit] Harlem 6
A Group consisting of A.G.R. (Almighty God Rule), Black Jesus, Big Deal/Righteous Born, Will Power, and Yung Man. Group producer Big Deal/Righteous Born has produced tracks for many established names including Havoc, Sade, Onyx, Black Rob, Ice-T, Guru of GangStarr.
[edit] Hidden Aspects
A group consisting of 6 rappers that include Begga Ooh, Bolo Gah, Dragonfly, Jim Kelly, Long Axe, Yukon Black.They released their first album ""Hidden Aspects- Revelations 1:1"" through CHAMBERMUSIK.Com. They were part of the Beggas, but the group folded after the death of their leader, Father Lord.
[edit] Hillside Scramblers
A Group headed up by U-God during his short period of exile from the Wu-Tang Clan. Also includes King Just, Leathafase, Inf-Black, Kawz, Autumn Rue, Black Ice, & Desert Eagle. Released their debut album, U-Godzilla Presents The Hillside Scramblers, in 2004. The group has since split from affiliation with U-God and are currently involved in a feud with him.
[edit] H.K.
Ex TMF members Hawks & Krymelife formed a group together called H.K as in Hawks and Krymelife.There current working on there debut album.Trife Da God is the only guest confirmed up to now.
[edit] The Housegang
Under the direction of Wu-Tang Clansman Inspectah Deck this supergroup of underground Wu-Tang affiliates released a mixtape in 2004 entitled "Undadogz". The group is a loose collective primarily headlined by Carlton Fisk, Fes Taylor, Donnie Cash, and La Banga (Y. Million R.I.P.)
[edit] Ice Water Inc.
A Group consisting of Cigar, Polite, Stumik and PC. They featured on Raekwon's third album The Lex Diamond Story. Raekwon unveiled their debut album from Ice Water "Icewater: Polluted Water" on Aug. 28 via Babygrande Records. Although Cigar left the group for unknown reasons, he was replaced by D.C. (Donnie Cash of House Gang). Aside from Rae, the album featured appearances from Method Man, Pimp C, Three 6 Mafia, Busta Rhymes, Jagged Edge, Remy Ma & Rick Ross.[2]
[edit] Infamous Qur'an
Infamous Qur'an is a new venture featuring Cappadonna and Ty Nitty from Infamous Mobb, first single orchestrated by Iron Sheik is Food, Clothing and Shelter, an album is expected 2008.
[edit] KGB (Klik Ga Blow)
Now defunct group consisting of Asiatic (aka Adriatic), DJ Ken (aka Kenny Ken), Ill Knob (aka Ill Knibbly aka Big Knob), and Raheem (aka Red). Were close associates of Deadly Venoms.
[edit] Killarmy
[edit] Maccabeez
Killah Priest's group who were introduced and featured heavily on his second album View From Masada. Originally comprising of Killah Priest, Daddy Rose and Salahudin, the two latter have recently been replaced with Timbo King and Hell Razah and Mythman from Haatsville. Hot Flamez is also a close affiliate of the group.
[edit] Lin Brotherz
in Brotherz - a break out from The Henchmen, Popular Dutch group which have a large fan following worldwide, mostly due to their Internet promotions. The group members are Cilvaringz, Origin (aka Barrakjudah), and Moongod Allah. Although all three are classed as MC's and Producers, the bulk of the production duties come courtesy of Moongod Allah.
[edit] M.M.O.
[edit] Northstar
A Group consisting of Christ Bearer and Meko The Pharaoh. Used to record with fellow Californian group Black Knights as Black Knights Of The North Star, and indeed the two groups were initially signed as such to Wu-Tang Records. The groups have since split into two separate units, and Northstar released their debut album in 2003, titled Bobby Digital Presents Northstar, which also featured a reunion with Black Knights on the closing song "Black Knights Of The North Star". Their second album West Coast Killa Beez was released in 2005.
[edit] Orphanage
A group consisting of members 4th Disciple, Beretta 9, Lord Superb and ShoGun Assason. Not to be confused with the underground group associated with Definitive Jux and Rhymesayers Entertainment.
[edit] Othorized F.A.M.
Members: Crunch Lo, Lounge Mode Lo, Molly-Q, Shawn Wigs
[edit] Population Click
Alliance of artists inspired by the People Nation alliance of street gangs (Black P. Stones, Vice Lords, Mafia Clan etc.). It was formed in 1995 and consisted of Sunz of Man, Royal Fam, Coins, Black Rose Fam. It was later reorganized into United Kingdom family of artists.
[edit] The Unknown
A group consisting of Bronze Nazareth, Kevlaar 7. Released there debut album Death's Birth: The Grip of Behemoths in 2000. Both are members of Wisemen
[edit] Royal Fam
[edit] Ruthless Bastardz
One of the affiliates introduced on the Wu-Tang Killa Bees: The Swarm compilation, this group is composed of Apocalipps, Beno, Iron Mic, Sha Gotti, and Truck, with their production being handled mostly by The Blaquesmiths. Like so many Wu-Tang affiliates, completed an album that was scheduled to be released during the 1997-2000 period but which was continually held back by RZA. Eventually the group were so dissatisfied with this treatment that they cut their Wu-Tang business ties and went independent. However, they are believed to still be on relatively good terms with the Wu-Tang camp. They have since released various mixtapes and solo mixtapes.
[edit] Sunz of Man
[edit] Team Napalm
Dom Pachino's new group. Roster is constantly changing, initially consisted of Infinite, and then Chapel, NLZ and C-4. In 2006 Dom P confirmed the team was currently only him and Crunch Lo. In 2007 Dom Pachino formed a new production company called Warface Productions. So far the only members of this production team are Dom P and Bugsy.
[edit] Theodore Unit
[edit] T.H.U.G. Angels
An new group consisting of Hell Razah, Shabazz The Disciple, Seraphim and producer Ayotollah. An album is scheduled for 2008.
[edit] T.M.F.
Mentored by Ghostface Killah and signed to his Starks Enterprises label, this group consisted of Trife Da God, Tommy Whispers and Kryme Life. Kryme Life and Trife are now members of Ghostface's new group Theodore Unit, which has effectively superseded T.M.F. Kryme Life in Cooperation with RuffLine Entertainment and Burlington Factory Studios is planning not only a T.M.F. reunion but a solo album entitled "The Kryme Wave" to be released in 2007. Already released on Vermont's RuffLine Label is Kryme Life's demo called "Thugs in da Club"
[edit] Two On Da Road
Group composed by 12 O'Clock, Prodigal Sunn. Made numeral guest appearances on on various Wu Tang Clan affiliates albums like Return to the 36 Chambers and The Great Migration.
[edit] United Kingdom
A big Wu-Tang group also went by name of Population Click, didn't release any material and split up into separate groups.
[edit] Wisemen
[edit] Wu-Syndicate
[edit] West Coast Killa Beez
This group is believed to consist of the Black Knights plus several of their proteges (Sandman, Gangsta Wiggles, G-Twin, P.C., the group Black Techs (consisting of P-Nut, Pimp Nasty, Sleep, Big Nut, and the crew's in house producer 6 Mil), and who were introduced on the Black Knights' Every Knight Is A Black Knight LP. And now also consisting of The Indovizualz. Legend, Palmz, Destiny, and Stonieyac, from California will take the stand as the newest members of the West Coast Killa Beez faction with their debut album in 2008.
[edit] Wu-Tang Latino
Consist of Mangani, Fly & Polzino, and Rameses. The music is primarily Latin Hip Hop and Reggaeton. Rameses is a producer as well as an artist.
[edit] Zu Ninjaz
Affiliated with ODB, Buddha Monk, K-Blunt, 5ft Hyper Sniper, Raw, Rambo, Dthedragon,Popa Chief, Hook Ninja, Ninja Scroll, Shadeed, Black Lantern, Celo, & D.L. and the Brooklyn Zu clique. Released their debut Now Justice in 2004.
[edit] Rappers
[edit] 12 O'Clock
Along with 4th Disciple and others, 12 O'Clock is one of the Wu affiliates whose connections to the group go back to before their fame, and he is in fact Ol' Dirty Bastard's cousin. He assisted behind the scenes in the making of the Clan's debut album and has made a few guest appearances on Wu-related albums since, including on the Clan's group album Iron Flag in 2001. His duet with Raekwon, "Nasty Immigrants", was on the soundtrack to the film Nutty Professor in 1996. Member of the Brooklyn Zu clique and also makes up half the duo 2 On The Road with Prodigal Sunn. Birth name D. Turner, also known as Billy Box. Appears On: "Protect Ya Neck II: The Zoo", Ol' Dirty Bastard, Return To The 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version (1995); "Wu Blood-Kin", La The Darkman, Heist Of The Century (1998); "Ghetto Syringe", Wu-Syndicate, Wu-Syndicate (1999); "Chrome Wheels", Wu-Tang Clan, Iron Flag (2001); "Rough Cut", GZA, Legend Of The Liquid Sword (2003); "It's My Life" & "Manhunt", Prodigal Sunn Return of the Prodigal Sunn (2005) and Bronze Nazareth's "The Great Migration"
[edit] 9th Prince
See main article: 9th Prince.
[edit] Armel
Armel is a member of Ancient Coins, A&R and The Cra-Z 88z. He is signed to GZA's small label Liquid Swords Entertainment. He made his first high-profile appearance on the track "Rough Cut" on GZA's album Legend of the Liquid Sword in 2003. He has since formed the group A&R with Sharecka of Royal Fam. He released Armel presents Ancient Coins in 2003.
[edit] Beretta 9
MC also known as Kinetic, from Steubenville, Ohio who along with ShoGun Assason was one of two Ohio MCs brought into Killarmy by fellow Ohio native 4th Disciple. It has been announced that Beretta 9 would record a solo album, but nothing materialized. He has appeard on tracks with artists such as Craig G, RBX, Reef The Lost Cauze, Scienz Of Life, Block McCloud, Xavier Naidoo, Diaz, and others, as well as his other Wu-Tang comrads, (Cilvaringz, Inspectah Deck, RZA, Remedy, Gravediggaz, Hell Razah, Northstar, etc.)
Beretta 9 is closely associated with Rza and has appeared with RZA and ODB as a guest on the show America's Next Top Model.
[edit] Black Jesus
Member of Harlem 6 who as well as being Wu-Tang affiliated is also affiliated with GangStarr. Released his first solo album TGSNT in 2005.
[edit] Bronze Nazareth
See main article: Bronze Nazareth.
[edit] Buddha Monk
Member of ODB-affiliated Brooklyn Zu. Released his solo album, Prophecy, in 1999.
As well as an MC, Buddha Monk is also a producer. He is what the RZA is to the Wu-Tang Clan and Clan-members, to Brooklyn Zu, Zu Ninjaz, The Manchuz, and other Brooklyn Zu affiliated groups and artists. His appearances along with Lazer Life on Ratatat's Mixtape Volume 2 helped cement the R's lock on the purveyors of electro beats dominating the new NY sound.
[edit] Cappadonna
See main article: Cappadonna.
[edit] Carlton Fisk
MC who named himself after the famed baseball player. Made appearances on Method Man's "P.L.O. Style" and "Mr. Sandman" from Tical, did a few radio freestyles with Clan members then remained silent for almost a decade until reappearing on Inspectah Deck's 2004 compilation album Undadogz. It was widely speculated that he and Streetlife were in fact the same person; this is not the case, and the two in fact collaborated on Streetlife's Street Education album in 2005. It turned out that Fisk had not been able to record because he was incarcerated. He is now a member of Wu-Tang member Inspectah Deck's side project the Housegang. He also appeared on a track of Method Man's 2006 release, 4:21...The Day After.
[edit] Chip Banks
A deceased member of American Cream Team and Harlem Hoodz. Chip Banks, born Bruce Mayfield, was murdered on November 24, 2000 at the age of 30.
[edit] Christbearer
A member of Northstar who released his solo EP Passion of Christ EP in 2006.
[edit] Feras Jad
Long Time West Coast Wu Tang affiliate and member of various underground alliances such as The Swordzmen, Sunz of Man, and the newly formed G-Sciples. Christ Apostle is a West Coast Lyricist from the Projects with a Universal Hip Hop appeal, he represents Long Beach, California and has had ties to the Wu-Tang since a young age. He is proclaimed by both The Rza and Killah Priest as the secret weapon of the Wu.
[edit] Fes Taylor
Member of the Shaolin Soldiers, signed to Blackfist Records and made his debut on King Just’s 1994 album “Mystics of the God”. Sold over 300,000 copies. Fes has been Featured on tours such as Freaknic in Atlanta, Jack the Rapper in Florida, and the very first Summer Jam held in New Jersey. Released his solo single Party On/Decision while signed to Pinaccle record's. The single sold over 10,000 copies in The UK and Africa. Founded 24War Entertainment and released an independent solo album on the streets and sold over 20,000 copies. Fes has done background vocals for independent film "Kings of the Streets", a hip hop documentary.
Fes then teamed up with top producer Phantom of the Beats who produced the magic stick for 50cent and Lil kim to form a group called Shadow Government. The group has been featured on the Thug Love soundtrack with the lead single titled Lalala. Fes Taylor has worked with Phillies Most Wanted, adult film star Heather Hunter and is featured on Inspechtah Deck of the Wu tang Clans Underdogs Mix CD. Al Curtis who was running for state senate Invited Fes to head up his Hip Hop Campaign which received Radio air play on Major Stations HOT97, WBLS, & Kiss Fm in New York City.
Rumored to have close ties to some of New York hottest DJ’S such as Dj Kay slay and MegaTron of Hot97 as well as affiliation's with G-unit Dumout and Mazaradi Fox
[edit] Cilvaringz
See main article: Cilvaringz.
[edit] Daddy Rose
Maccabees & Black Rose Kartel MC and producer. He grew up with The RZA, GZA, and Ol' Dirty Bastard. Daddy Rose is currently on lock down. Other Names: El Shabar. Groups Affliations: Black Rose Kartel / Maccabeez / United Kingdom aka Population Click.
[edit] Darkim Be Allah
Formed A.I.G. with AllahWise and dropped their self-titled debut-album in 2005 on Fame Labs Records. Mostly known for producing The RZA solo song from The Gravediggaz album "The Pick, The Sickle & The Shovel" in 1997. In 2000 he released an 8-track EP called Live at the Lab: Take 1 through mp3.com. 2008 saw Fame Labs release [[The Manhattan Project]], a compilation which heavily featured Darkim Be Allah. [[Live At The Lab: Take 2]] (which are soon to be released exclusevly through www.famelabsrecords.com) is a 15-track album produced by Darkim and featuring various members of the Fame Labs crew including AllahWise, 36Zero and Darkim himself.
[edit] Dom Pachino
See main article: Dom Pachino.
[edit] Dreddy Kruger
Affiliated at one time with both United Kingdom and Royal Fam but now virtually retired from rapping, concentrating his attention on being the A&R for most Wu-Tang members. Heavily involved with the Wu-Tang's business and promotion, while running his own label Think Differently Music. Think Differently released the compilation Wu-Tang Meets The Indie Culture on October 18, 2005, which featured Wu-Tang members and affiliates collaborating with well-known independent/underground hip hop artists. They also released a double disc album Wu-Tang The Lost Anthology in 2007. Birth name James Dockery.
[edit] Free Murda
He's the son of Popa Wu and cousin of RZA and GZA. He has come to represent the new generation of Wu-Tang. He debuted in 1999 on Popa Wu's Visions of the 10th Chamber with his partner Shacronz as the Cuffie Crime Family or 'CCF Division', the two are also featured on the Wu-Tang Killa Beez 2002 album The Sting ("Hatin' Don't Pay"), RZA's album Birth of a Prince ("We Pop", "The Drop Off" and "Wherever I Go") Prodigal Sunn's 2005 album Return Of The Prodigal Sunn, and Think Differently's 2005 release Wu-Tang Meets The Indie Culture ("Cars On The Interstate"). Free Murda also appears on the Derailed Original Soundtrack ("Really Want None"), Cappadonna's album The Yin & The Yang ("Revenge"), Northstar's self-titled album ("We Got It" and "See Me"), and most recently on Masta Killa's Made In Brooklyn on the track "East MCs". He released his debut solo album, Let Freedom Reign on February 20, 2007 on Cleopatra records.
[edit] Hell Razah
See main article: Hell Razah.
[edit] Islord
Member of Killarmy, he was absent for most of the recording of their debut album "Silent Weapons For Quiet Wars" due to incarceration. A Five Percenter like all of Killarmy, the first three letters of his name (I, S, L) are also the first three letters in of the religion they claim adherence to, Islam. Therefore, the name Islord is a fusion between the terms "Islam" and "lord." Birth name R. Stevenson, also known as Thief of Baghdad. Appears on two tracks from Bobby Digital In Stereo and the song "Holy Water" from Dom Pachino's Unreleased solo album.
[edit] Iron Sheik
Rapper, Producer and entrepreneur who is responsible for the hits produced on Bambi The Maiden's "Breast Fed" album. Recorded tracks on Protect Ya Neck and currently running he's own label Iron Chamber Entertainment which host web site designs, Production, Graffiti, Artist Management and so on.Currently goes by the name Honor and manages the likes of Cappadonna, Ty Nitty and many more.
[edit] Killa Sin
See main article: Killa Sin
[edit] Killah Priest
See main article: Killah Priest.
[edit] King Just
A half African American/Native American Staten Island MC who gained recognition for his hit single "Warrior's Drum" during the mid 1990s. He is currently a part of the group Hillside Scramblerz. He has released three albums: Mystics of the God, No Power on Earth, and Go in on 'em. He also has two new albums coming out called "Lgend Klla" and "Retutn Of The REDI".
[edit] La the Darkman
See main article: La the Darkman.
[edit] Lord Superb
A former member of the now defunct group American Cream Team and an active member of the group Orphanage. Currently incarcerated.
[edit] Lounge Lo
An Othorized F.A.M. MC whose other names are Lounge Mode or Lounger was formally signed to Code Red Entertainment. Lounge has been connected with the Wu since their very beginning his earliest reference was on GZA's "Pass The Bone".He recent appeared on his older brother Cappadonna's newest album The Cappatalize Project.
[edit] Maddam Scheez
Female MC from South Cali who first came to light on "Digital Bullet". She is closely linked with the Westcoast Killa Beez (Black Knights & Northstar) and Deadly Venoms. In fact she was inline to be the 5ft member of the group Deadly Venoms. She was hosting a visionary underground hip hop show known as "Ground Zero" in LA for a while. After Digital Bullet cameo she has gone on to feature on Killa Beez "The Sting" Compilation, Sunz Of Man, NorthStar, Birth Of A Prince, and Rocks The World compilations alongside Deadly Venoms. She is working on her debuted album currently titled "Pimperella Style" to come out 2008.
[edit] Neek Rusher
Songwriter/producer who collaborated with Raekwon from Wu Tang Clan for "Time Has Come".
[edit] Polite
Rapper who was a former member of the now defunct group American Cream Team. He is now a member of Ice Water Inc.
[edit] Popa Wu
The father of Wu-offshoots ShaCronz and Free Murda and an expert on the philosophy of the Five Percent Nation, Popa Wu can be heard giving teachings on Wu-Tang tracks such as "North Star", "Black Jesus", "All I Got Is You", "The Blessing", and "Wu-Revolution". He released a solo album titled Visions Of The 10th Chamber in 2000, which was effectively a compilation of Wu-affiliated artists (including LA The Darkman, Method Man & Ol' Dirty Bastard) with regular interjections from Popa Wu himself. Was recently featured on "Older Gods pt.2" from Masta Killa's second LP, Made in Brooklyn. Also goes by the name of Freedom Born. Recently, on the public premiere of Wu: The Story of the Wu-Tang in NYC, he mentioned that he is planning to publish a book.
[edit] Prodigal Sunn
[edit] Remedy
- Further information: Remedy (rapper)
[edit] Shabazz the Disciple
- Further information: Shabazz the Disciple
[edit] Sharecka
A member of Royal Fam, A&R and The Cra-Z 88z. Sharecka was formerly known as Stoneface.
[edit] Shyheim
See main article: Shyheim.
[edit] Shamel Irief
Was first introduced to the world on his father's (Masta Killa) first album "No Said Date"He is currewntly in the process of recording an album with his 2 cousins Young Justice and Young Prince
[edit] Sav Killz
Sav Killz (Jamel Hampton) is a Brooklyn emcee, born in Flatbush, who is known for his affiliation with Sunz of Man, Brooklyn Zoo & Popa Wu.He is also an active member of the Nation of Gods and Earths.
[edit] ShoGun Assason
Killarmy MC and occasional producer, rumored to be the next Killarmy MC to release a solo album. Birth name Jamal Alexander.
[edit] Solomon Childs
[edit] Streetlife
[edit] Sun God
He is Ghostface Killah's eldest son, he appears twice on his album More Fish in "Miguel Sanchez" and "Street Opera". He also appears on "Yapp City" and "Paisely Darts" from Ghost's newest album The Big Doe Rehab and "Dogs Of War" on Fishscale. He is signed to Starks Enterprises, his father's label.
[edit] Timbo King
The best-known member and leader of Royal Fam. Released an EP titled "United We Slam" in 1994 with producer Spark 950. Formed the group 56 Platoon in 2005, along with some other Royal Fam refugees. Can be seen in the Forrest Whitaker film Ghostdog:Way Of The Samurai in the cypher in the park scene over the instrumental to "Ice Cream" with the lines "jumpin sharp fences, dodging police radar sensors". Has his own label, Fortknox, on which he plans to release a debut solo album. Birth name Timothy Drayton.
[edit] Trife Da God
See main article: Trife Da God.
[edit] Warcloud
See main article: Warcloud.
[edit] Young Ace
RZA signed him recent to Wu Music Group[3]
[edit] Young Justice
GZA's teenage son, first appeared on the intro to his father's Legend of the Liquid Sword album then released a cover of his father's "Killa Hills 10304". Also appears, with Lord Jamar's and ODB's sons, on Lord Jamar's The 5% Album. Signed to Liquid Swords Entertainment and hoping to release an album soon.
[edit] Young Dirty
Ol' Dirty Bastard's first son, he has recently been touring with the Clan during their 2007 tours. Under the guidance of his uncle the RZA, he has already recorded up to twenty songs carrying on his father's legacy. He also featured on Brand Nubian member Lord Jamar's debut solo album The 5% Album, on the track "Young Godz", together with GZA's son Young Justice and Lord Jamar's son Young Lord.
[edit] Young Prince
Young Prince is the teenage son of Power, and was introduced on Masta Killa's Made In Brooklyn album alongside Young Justice (GZA's son) and Shamel Irief (Masta Killa's son) Young Prince is signed to LOUD records and is in the process of recording a album with his 2 cousins Young Justice and Shamel Irief. He would like to follow in his father's footsteps and become an actor. He is currently being mentored by his cousin Young Justice.
[edit] Singers
[edit] Allah Real
Al Green-style singer who has made appearances on Ghostface Killah's The Pretty Toney Album, Masta Killa's debut No Said Date as well as both Mathematics albums. He released his mixtape Real Estate in 2005 through CHAMBERMUSIK.
[edit] Blue Raspberry
[edit] Suga Bang Bang
Reggae artist who appeared on the Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai - The Album compilation and is affiliated with the new United Kingdom click. Performed the chorus of "In The Hood" from the Wu-Tang Clan's Iron Flag album. He was on Cameo Afro with Big Daddy Kane & GZA from The RZA Presents: Afro Samurai OST.
[edit] Jammie Sommers
Female MC signed to RZA's "Razor Sharp" label. First heard on Ghostface Killah's "Ironman" album, and later on RZA's "Bobby Digital" projects.
[edit] Ms Roxy
Female vocalist first heard on "Wu-Tang Forever". Has also appeared on RZA's "Bobby Digital" project.
[edit] Tekitha
[edit] Stone Mecca
LA based funk/soul group signed to Wu Music Group. Consisits of producer Tru James and vocalists Salakida, Wendy Marie, and former Roc-A-Fella singer Allen Anthony.
[edit] Sweet Leaf
Protégé and wife of Remedy signed to Code Red records. Sweet Leaf is a female vocalist and have only been heard on tracks that are affiliated or released via code red.
[edit] Hearts
Female singer closely associated with Killah Priest's group Maccabeez.
[edit] Njeri Earth
Female soul singer that appeared on GZA's album Beneath The Surface on songs “1112" and “Victim". She also had a brief cameo in the movie 8 Mile as “3rd Parking Lot Rapper”. She is current working on her album 20 - 20, according to Wu-International.com.
[edit] Epiphany
Epiphany aka Pifstar is a female R&B singer/rapper that is associated with Brooklyn Zu and DtheDragon. She is currently working with Dthedragon on there debut album "Hollywood Killah Bee".
[edit] Tash Mahogany
Model, actress and musician (sings and raps) who was discovered by Berretta 9 aka Kinetic Of Killarmy and featured heavily on the Orphanage project, later introduced to The RZA around the recording of "Iron flag" album. The RZA used her on the "Birth Of A Prince" album and the rest was history, Signed a production deal with the Wu and currently working on an album "Barely Legal".
[edit] Producers
[edit] 4th Disciple
[edit] 6 Mil
Executive and main producer for Othorized F.A.M. He also produces for many artists from New York's Staten Island province as well.Name means "One [1] For [4] elements Overall [O]". Elements in this case refers to the elements of hip hop (ie. MC'ing, DJ'ing, graf etc.).
[edit] Arabian Knight
[edit] Big Deal
Big Deal/Righteous Born has produced tracks for many established names including Havoc, Sade, Onyx, Black Rob, Ice-T, Guru of GangStarr and others. Is a member of the group Harlem 6.
[edit] G-Clef Da Mad Komposa
Affiliated with Chambermusik and member of Soul Kid Click. He worked with many Killa Beez like Christbearer, Allah Real, Buddha Monk
[edit] Bronze Nazareth
[edit] Cilvaringz
[edit] Choco
RZA and Wu-Tang Clan's main engineer, and man responsible for mixing most of the Wu-tang Clan's albums. Choco or sometimes known as DJ Choco is a producer, DJ, and Remixer and dabbles with hip-hop, house, funk and every genre of music.
[edit] ESL!
ESL of the Legendary, highly political group "Freedom Smugglers" is said to have worked closely with Killah Priest and is featured on his upcoming album sources say. ESL is known for his "latin" samples mixed with a WU feel.
[edit] Godz Wrath
Collective from Amsterdam, Netherlands, consisting of MOD the Black Marvel, Jordan River Banks, Dirty Needlez and Ciph Barker. Known for their recent work with Black Market Militia, Killah Priest and Hell Razah. Production credits: "Thug Nation", "Hood Lullabye", "Dead Street Scrolls", "Black Market", Black Market Militia Black Market Militia; "Things We Share", Killah Priest A Prelude to the Offering; "Buried Alive", "Smoking Gunnz", "Musical Murdah", Hell Razah Renaissance Child; "The Offering (Intro)", "Melodic Part 2", "Ghetto Jezus", "Truth B Told", "Stand Still", Killah Priest The Offering.
[edit] Remedy
[edit] J-Love
The self-proclaimed "King of Mixtapes", he is responsible for most of the Wu-Tang affiliated mixtapes and is the official tour DJ for Ghostface Killah. A list of his Wu mixes:
- Return Of The Swarm Series
- Straight Bangerz (Series with Rza)
- La the Darkman - Return of the Darkman
- A Taste Of Tical O (Series with Method Man)
- Rza - The Cure
- Street Savior (Series with Ghostface Killah)
- Ghostface Killah- "Hidden Darts 3"
- Official site
[edit] John the Baptist
[edit] Mathematics
[edit] Su-Preme
Originally, Su-Preme was the primary producer for the Sunz of Man. He produced their demo album (when they were called Da Last Future). He also produced some songs on the shelved Sunz of Man album Nothing New Under the Sun. Su-Preme is credited to producing the songs "Natural High" and "Israeli News" on the Sunz of Man debut album, The Last Shall Be First.
[edit] Moongod Allah
Closely associated with Cilvaringz, He produced tracks like Wu-Tang Martial Expert and Valentine's Day Massacre.
[edit] True Master
[edit] Y-Kim the Illfigure
He was the primary producer for the Killa Beez group, Royal Fam, Y-Kim has achieved a cult-following among Wu-Tang fans. He produced the majority of the Royal Fam's shelved album "Black Castle", as well as many contributions to albums from Sunz of Man, Killah Priest and Buddha Monk. Although RZA is credited as producer, it is rumored that he produced the song "What Da Blood Clot?" from Method Man's "Tical". "Summin Gotz Ta Give", "I Declare War", Royal Fam; "Blessed Are Those", "From Then Till Now", Killah Priest, Heavy Mental (1998); "Army Brickaid", Royal Fam, (2000).
[edit] RNS
Producer who's works include tracks by Shyheim, GP Wu, King Just, and the Gravediggaz. RNS is credited as the one who taught The RZA the art of production. Has been keeping a low profile out of the Wu for a while now.
[edit] DJ Sueside
Official European road DJ of the Wu Tang Clan
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