Josh Baze (born August 13, 1990) is an American hip hop recording artist, model, and actor from Brooklyn, New York.
He is signed to Griffin Guess' music label, Cartel Records, and released his debut album High-Heels & Low-Lifes on March 20, 2012.
[3][6] In the summer of 2010, Baze connected with Griffin Guess, a music producer who has worked with hip hop artists Kanye West,[7][unreliable source?]
Baze was the featured guest for an installment of The Recording Academy's "5 Questions With …" series, held at their headquarters in Santa Monica, California.
Following the interview, Baze performed an intimate set featuring tracks from his forthcoming debut full-length album, including "Ordinary", "Peroxide" and "We Made It".
The song was described as, "an urban expression of Baze's New York upbringing, [that] sheds light on how he is coping with jealousy and learning to deal with his newfound success.
"[13] On August 12, 2011, Baze was asked to perform at the 3rd Annual Matt Barnes Athletes vs. Cancer Celebrity Golf Classic Gala in Rancho Palos Verdes, California.
[8] The album was executively produced by Griffin Guess and co-produced by Josh Baze, Andrew Drucker, Ernie J. and Kevin Rafferty.
Celebrity supporters include Marisa Miller—who also appears on the cover of the album,[3]-- Jamie Foxx,[3] 50 Cent, Chad Ochocinco, Floyd Mayweather, Mike Tyson,[17][unreliable source?]
The album has been noted for its blend of smooth cadences,[9] lyrical creativity and commercial appeal, and Baze is often compared to artists like Kanye West and Jay Z.
[9] Baze began his promotional talk show rounds in early March 2012 on Last Call with Carson Daly, where he performed the singles "One More Chance" and "She's Gold".