From the origin of his name to his nationality, it’s not just the music that has drawn such unique attention to San Francisco native Orlando Campbell, more commonly known as Roach Gigz.
Though that helps of course.
After gaining local notoriety with close friend in rhyme Lil 4Tay, the son of Rappin 4-Tay, he has gone on to prove himself as a competent artist in his own right; eventually landing upon Bay Area powerhouse 106.1 KMELs “Top 10 Freshman of 2010” ranking. Since then, the station responsible for launching a slew of the regions most recognizable talent has taken a keen interest in him as well.
As have the streets.
Today, the young emcee seeks to further solidify himself on wax, a feat that he just may have accomplished with his latest project Roachy Balboa III, a continuation of his popular Roachy Balboa mixtape series.
AllHipHop.com: Let’s just clear this up right now for those who were wondering. What exactly is your nationality?
Roach Gigz: (Chuckles) my father is Italian. He was a supporter of the Nicaraguan Revolution during the 80s, where is actually where my mother had me. But I was raised in the Delores & Filmore part of the (San Francisco) Bay Area. I’m from the Bay.
AllHipHop.com:: Prior to formally launching your solo career, you and Lil 4Tay gained a regional hit with “Bitch I Go” in 2006, but outside of your 2009 Buckets and Booty Calls project; you largely stayed out of the limelight until coming back strong in 2010 with your first Roachy Balboa project. Why the musical gap?
Roach Gigz: To be real I was bullshitting, being an idiot. Going to functions (Bay Area term for parties) and smoking. I put out a little collection of music but then I decided it was time to get serious again. Having kids will definitely change your outlook on things, I decided to get back on my shit.
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