Karizz

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About: A fire starter in the late noughties UK hip hop scene, Karizz, (formerly known as Karizma) is a Nottingham-born and bred multi-talented rapper, singer, songwriter - and local legend. Anyone familiar with his hometown knows it’s brimming with musical talent and creativity. Alex was the first Notts-based artist to have a video appear on MTV Base for ‘Blood, Sweat and Tearz’ with his group Out Da Ville. A host of collaborations followed, including Rodney P’s Trouble (No Pets Allowed), Harry Love & Verb T on Back to Basics (Not Enuf Hours in the Day), and Verb T’s The Morning Process (On the Edge). With a career spanning 20-plus years, Karizz (real name Alex Mighten) has performed supporting hip-hop royalty such as Method Man, Redman and Mos Def, and UK legends David Rodigan, DJ EZ, and Boy Better Know, as well as a European tour with garage pioneer MJ Cole. He is a renowned event host known for his quick wit and improvisation on stage. His Latest Album 'On My Way'