Mazin Abdel-Rahman , aka MAZ was born in Juba, South Sudan. As young boy MAZ lived in Cairo, Egypt along the outskirts of the city, a rural and economical struggling area, before he and his family eventually moved to Atlanta, Georgia. As a young boy growing up in ATL MAZ was exposed to hip-hop music and culture. Living in Decatur where he learned English over the summer. MAZ discover his ability to communicate and express his feeling through words, he began writing and recording poetry and rap lyrics to other artist tracks and sold mixtape of the songs he had created. Even though music is MAZ’s passion, street life is what he lived to survive. As a teenager MAZ began making *money*. As a young “fly guy†from Africa he had attracted attention. He had all the perks of a true hustler the freshest clothes, cars, and motorcycles. MAZ obtained street credibility by the age of 18, he was loved by many and hated by a few. MAZ was shot at point blank range in that face, the bullet entered the left side of his face and exit near his right ear. MAZ says “Due to the grace of GOD, I was able to survive such a fatal shotâ€. While recovering in the hospital MAZ realize how short and precious life is. So he began working on his music, which is his first love, shortly after his release from the Hospital.Whether he is rapping tight lyrics of "A" or the unforgettable melodies of "Fresh," you will find in MAZ's music not only a true vocal talent, but also an eclectic collection of sounds and world rhythms. His ability to embrace both the Eastern culture of his heritage and the Western culture of his youth has enriched his music, helping him to blend a pop feel with soulful, hip hop sensibilities. MAZ’s passion for performance is unparalleled. His dynamic and electrifying stage presence keep his fans coming back again and again, wondering what each show will bring, but certain that it will be outstanding. When asked who has had the greatest musical influence on him, Maz replies, “Tupac, Jay Z, and Biggie.MAZ is currently in the studio working on his freshman album debut. The first single “Fresh “ is creating a big buzz in Atlanta, Miami, & Tennessee. I asked MAZ what do we expect to hear from debut release he said “An southern hip hop classic, what you expect I’m from the Aâ€.
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