About Raza
Artist • Producer • Mentor
Overview
Raza is an independent hip-hop artist, music producer, and motivational speaker from Auburn, California. With over a decade of production experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Audio Engineering, he’s dedicated his career to helping others find their voice through music, creativity, and self-expression.
The Music
Rooted in Northern California’s vibrant hip-hop scene, Raza creates modern hip-hop centered on real experiences — personal growth, struggle, and resilience. His music blends fresh lyricism, intentional storytelling, and authentic emotion, aiming to inspire listeners to recognize their own strength.
Over the years, he has collaborated with notable artists such as UnLearn the World, MC Supernatural, Futuristic, Mark Battles, DizzyEight, and many others across the independent music landscape.
Education & Empowerment
Beyond his own artistry, Raza is deeply involved in arts education and youth empowerment. He works with the Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE), teaching music production, sample recording, and confidence building to students across the region.
He also travels nationwide with Beats Lyrics Leaders (BLL) and collaborates with Hip Hop Congress, using hip-hop as a tool to teach leadership, self-expression, and creative skill-building. Through workshops, performances, and mentorship, Raza empowers young people to see that their stories and sounds have power.
Mission
Whether on stage, in the studio, or in the classroom, Raza’s mission remains the same: to create, connect, uplift, and build community through music.
