Hometown: Woodbridge, VA
Website: www.youtube.com
Sounds Like: Kanye West, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Young Scolla, Jay-Z
Genre: Hip Hop
PHZ-Sicks (pronounced Physics) is a 26-year-old hip hop artist hailing from Woodbridge, Va and whose 2013 mixtape, The Moment, was considered one of the best projects of 2013 by 2DopeBoyz.com & The Come Up Show. PHZ-Sicks strives to produce music that will last for years. The Drexel University graduate describes his music as a film seen through the eyes of a young black male moving up socially, economically, and artistically in the world. This is reflected by his music that ranges from songs on relationships, party/feel good tracks to songs about social injustice enveloped in catchy hooks and wordplay.
In 2011, he released his latest project, The Laws of PHZ-Sicks sponsored by Hip Hop Update, Philadelphia-based clothing line ANMLHSE, and LA-based hat line Quintin Co. Canda's Urban Culture and Lifestyle Magazine, Urbanology, stated that with this project, "the Virginia native is determined to make timeless music."
PHZ-Sicks has had the opportunity to open for established acts such as Maybach Musics Wale, Roc Nations J.Cole, and So So Defs Dondria and perform at festivals such as Toronto's North by NorthEast (NXNE) 2012.
Currently, his latest project, "The Moment", which was released on December 3rd, 2013 has gained quick acclaim from websites such as DJBooth.net, 2Dopeboyz, and RapReviews.com. The set packs a total of 15 original jams from the artist while Alison Carney, Lyriciss, Scolla, Seanny Greggs and TFOX make guest appearances on the LP, which boast beats by Best Kept Secret, Stompboxx Music, Epik The Dawn, Kriss Liss, and Kajmir Royale. The album's release comes on the heels of the John Ledbetter-directed music video for "Coming Down" (click to watch) as well as the single releases of "The Love Scene III" (click to listen) and "Black Women" (click to listen). "This project was two years in the making, starting from the writing process, beat selection, constant musical changes and hours inside the studio to get w here we are today," says PHZ-Sicks. "The album is called The Moment because I feel with everything I put into it, this is the moment where my life changes. Where I get to pursue this passion like there is no tomorrow and finally reaping the rewards of the sacrifices I made to get to this point. The Moment is the embodiment of me and it's all I can give to the world."
“The crowd was up on their feet, and Phz-Sick's continued to kill his performance. As a warning for next time, because there will be many next times, do not be fooled by his unassuming demeanor”
Judy5000 - The Glass House DC
“One of my favorite DMV artists, PHZ-Sicks blew the spot up with his set. He showcased his rap ability in a fast flow featured in “Real with It,” which he stated was one of his older songs. His current mixtape, dubbed “The Feature Presentation” is a MUST listen.”
Monique Wilson - DMV Savvy.com
“About "Less Than Zero": I've only heard a few tracks from you but I'm excited, you're one to watch”
IDopeBoy - iDopeBoyOnline
“When it comes to special attractions, you can take PHZ-Sicks and add him to your list.”
Jay Cy - Brooklyn Collectiv Music Group
“The amigo Phz-Sicks comes through with his debut mixtape “The Feature Presentation”, which is miles ahead of a ton of the independent mixtapes I get sent.”
Michael Dylan - StartOfTheLine
“He's making his mark in his hometown of the DMV and making his mark in other major markets. Stay Tuned!”
Candice Nicole - PR Log