Israel Cruz
Artist, Producer, and Musician in Australia
Israel Cruz has made a name for himself in the music industry as a producer, songwriter, and artist. He has been recognized for his authentic RnB and hip hop sound, producing and writing for some of Australia's top artists including Jessica Mauboy, Stan Walker, and Jade Macrae. His work has garnered him multiplatinum success and multiple award nominations, including a win for the Urban Music Awards' Best RnB Song of 2007 for "My Girl."
In the early 2010s, Israel's independent releases gained even more recognition, with songs featured on mixtapes by top DJs like DJ Drama, DJ Envy, and DJ Clue. This led to collaborations with artists such as Fabolous, Lil Jon, and Ciara, and tours with the likes of Snoop Dogg, Kelly Rowland, Sean Paul, and Neyo. Israel's ability to cross genres seamlessly was demonstrated with his dance pop hit "Party Up," which became a club anthem and reached platinum status in 2012.
Israel's dedication to developing new talent is evident in his brand, The Nufirm, which has helped discover and launch the careers of artists such as Blessed aka Miracle and producer Khaled Rohaim. However, after a decade of success in the industry, Israel faced personal struggles that resulted in a hiatus from music.
During this time, he used his talents to help other prisoners develop their own abilities, turning his cell into a studio and conducting writing sessions with numerous rappers and singers. His commitment and vision were recognized by the jail, allowing him to continue working on a prison studio.
Now, a new Israel Cruz has emerged, and he's back in the studio as a producer and writer. He's working on a blend of Dance and RnB projects, filled with hook-rich melodies. He's teaming up with some of the world's biggest artists, as well as Australia's new and undiscovered talents. He's planning to dominate the charts once more as a producer, in collaboration with artists across the globe in a DJ Khaled meets David Guetta style project. He has a vision of creating a new genre of music that will be loved by everyone, regardless of the background. With his unique style, and the ability to collaborate with the best in the business, Israel Cruz is set to make a huge impact on the music industry once again.