thesogcrew
We are the S.O.G. Crew from Anaheim California
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
The S.O.G. Crew is a unique slice of modern west coast hip hop that is sent by God to reach all generations, nations, and countries through the influence of powerful lyrics. Comprised of Team Leader and ordained Evangelist, Robert Ornelas (Battle Ax), Johnny Diaz (Revolutionary), and Corina Gonzalez (DJ Siren) The S.O.G. Crew not only blows the world away with their beats, but they are also a team of missionaries whose hearts and actions are for the people of this country and world.
The S.O.G. Crew, based in Anaheim, California, has been trailblazing the hip hop scene since 1999. Touring the U.S. multiple times and dropping their first album ‘Rise to Get Down’ in 2005. This fearless team has entered night clubs, coffee houses, colleges, universities, high schools, prisons, rehabs, and project housing, amongst places, just to bring the message of truth and hope to the hungry hearers. Having performed before Mayors, American Indian Nation Chiefs, Chambers of Commerce board members, their music is not the only highly desirable and sought after trait, but also, their exceptionally influential speaking and mentoring abilities.
The S.O.G. Crew has performed with many artists such as Buckshot and Sean Price of the Boot Camp Click, Black Sheep, Sly Boogie, Self-Scientific, Killa Priest of the Wu-Tang Clan, Far East Movement, T-nut producer of (Snoop dog and east siders), Tunnel Rats, Lacrae of the 116 Clique, Kelly Price, Betty Jean Robinson, Vickie Winans, Paul Wright, Dynamic Twins, Gospel Gangstaz, Priesthood, Imisi, Willy G., Dogwood, Altogether Separate, News Boys, P.O.D., and several others. They have also worked with NFL Players such as Ricky Manning from the chicago bears and Lorenzo O’Neal from the San Diego chargers, Pro-Skater Christian Hosoi, and with Mayors for city events. They have performed in venues such as House of Blues, B.B. Kings, Dream Centers of Los Angeles and Santa Ana, Los Angeles Marathons, and several local and international radio and television stations.
The S.O.G. Crew has no vision to slow down and is geared up for their 2007 album release of ‘Up That Game’ on August 7th, under their Whirlwind Music Entertanment label. The new album will carry 16 hip hop infused tracks set to settle in the hearts of every man, woman, teen, and child. Armed with powerful, God-influenced lyrics and beats this group is and has been making a difference in the lives of every soul and land they visit; bringing healing, hope, unity and love to the communities and nations.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
We do play live. High Schools, coffee houses, churches, outreaches, rehabs, weddings, night clubs, prisons, youth corrections and anywhere that is open to our message.
Your musical influences
We like a little bit of everything. We like hip hop, rock, reggae, funk, hard core, old school and anything that sounds good. We love when groups play from the heart.
What equipment do you use?
Pro tools, Sonar
