YUYO MC DAWIZARD

 

YUYO MC "DaWizard" is a New York-born DJ, music producer, artist, and CEO of SGR Records USA, a record label he founded in Chicago in 1989. SGR Records specializes in dance, Freestyle,  reggaeton & HipHop music. 

 

Career highlights

  • Production style: Known for a dance-oriented sound, he has produced many club and radio hits. His production style is notable for its synth and piano arrangements and hard-hitting kicks.
  • Record label: He founded Synthetek Groove Records (SGR Records USA) in 1989 in Chicago.
  • Memberships: He is an active member of both the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) and Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI).
  • Location: Although born in Brooklyn, New York, he was raised in Chicago andstarted the lable (Humbolt Park Chicago)
  • 2003 Expanded the lable in California
  • Radio and podcasts: He has hosted mixes on various fm stations & internet Radio 95.5FM Bars Radio Modesto * Rythm 105.9FM * Wild95.3FM Detroit * BoomBox Radio PR and many other stations.

Industry affiliations

  • ASCAP and BMI member: As an active member of both the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) and Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI), Yuyo MC is involved with the professional organizations that protect the rights of songwriters and composers.

DJ work and radio

  • DJ: Yuyo MC established himself as a DJ early in his career in Chicago and continues to be active in the scene.
  • Podcast host: He hosted Yuyo MC's Podcast and The Street Mix Flava Show, where he conducted interviews with prominent artists like Lil Suzy, Jill Tirrell, Amy Tori, and Willie Valentin. plus many more in the Freestyle Genre.

Music production

  • Producer: Known for his production work, he is called "one of the most wanted producers in freestyle and dance music". He is particularly recognized for his signature sound, which features "banging synths, piano rolls, and... hardest kicks".
  • Remixer and composer: Yuyo MC also works as a remixer and composer, creating fresh versions of popular tracks for clubs and radio stations.
  • Production credits: He has worked with many other artists, and his work is regularly featured on his own label, SGR Records USA, and through major record companies worldwide. For example, he has additional production credits on Aby Cruz's 2024 single "No Reason".

Popular releases

Yuyo MC has released and produced numerous tracks and albums over his career. 

Singles and EPs

  • "Feel It" (2025)
  • "Synthetek Groove" (2024)
  • "Honey Bun (feat. Yuyo Mc Dawizard) [Freestyle Version]" (2020)
  • "Like Me or Not (feat. Yuyo MC Dawizard & Drastic)" (2020)
  • "Heal Me (Dawizards Hypersonic Mix) [feat. Yuyo MC Dawizard]" (2018) 

Albums and compilations

  • Freestyle Bangers vol.1
  • Freestyle Bangers 2 (Special Edition): A 2018 Freestyle compilation album.
  • "Take Me Away (DaWizards Freestyle Banger)": He contributed to this single by Evalina Destiny, which also featured remixes by other producers. It is available on various digital platforms.
  • Synthetek Groove: A single released by Yuyo MC Dawizard in 2024.
  • Aby Cruz: "No Reason" (2024, additional production by Yuyo MC).
  • Aby Cruz ft. Ayna: "Same Old Song (DaWizards Banger Remix)" (2025).
  • "The Last Time (DaWizards Radio Edit)": Yuyo MC Dawizard produced this remix for the artist Ayna, released on YouTube in November 2024.
  • "Try": Produced this track for Ayna, released via SGR Records USA and available on all digital platforms.
  • "I'm Ready": Produced this single by Ayna, featuring Aby Cruz, also released on SGR Records USA.
  • "Sober": Another track produced for Ayna under his SGR Records USA label
  • Evalina Destiny: "Take Me Away (DaWizards Freestyle Banger)" (2025) and "Lost In Your Love" (2018).
  • Nelson Rego: "I've Had Enough (DaWizards Dub Mix)" (2025).
  • Mari Angeli Lopez: "First True Love (DaWizards Freestyle Love Mix)" (2025).
  • Kenny Freestyle: "Kill A Man" (produced by Yuyo MC Dawizard) (2015).
  • Marla G: "Party Over Here (Freddy The Edit Rivera & Dawizards Crazy Edit)" (2014)
  • Qualibet: Worked with DaWizard on a remix of "Tainted Love".
  • Amy Tori: Produced the track "Love Story".
  • Sophia Alyse: Contributed to a remix of "Rather be alone".

Yuyo MC "DaWizard" is known for a distinctive production style built on a few signature elements that have defined his work in freestyle and dance music. His technique is focused on creating dynamic tracks for clubs and radio that get listeners on the dance floor. 

Signature production elements

Hard-hitting kicks

The foundation of a Yuyo MC beat is a powerful, thumping kick drum. This is a central element in freestyle and dance music, where a strong, consistent beat is crucial. The kick provides a sense of urgency and drives the track forward. 

Banging synths

The sound is defined by its use of "banging synths"—high-energy, often bright and cutting synthesizer melodies. These synths are typically layered to create rich harmonies and lead melodies that become the earworm of the track. 

Piano rolls

Intricate and rhythmic piano rolls are another frequent signature. These fast, repeated piano phrases add a layer of complexity and musicality, giving the instrumental sections a virtuosic feel. The piano often functions as a melodic counterpoint to the powerful synths and beat. 

"Crazy" edits

Yuyo MC is known for his remixes, which he often refers to as "crazy edits". This technique involves re-arranging and manipulating existing tracks to create new, high-energy versions for DJs to play in a club setting. His "Crazy Edit" of Evalina's "Lost In Your Love" is one such example. 

Energetic breakdowns

His freestyle tracks are often structured with powerful buildups and breakdowns. The music will rise in energy and intensity, often with a driving synth or piano melody, before breaking down to a more minimal, beat-focused section. This structure is intended to maximize impact on the dance floor.

Emphasis on melody

Despite his rhythmic focus, DaWizard's productions are heavily centered on strong melodic ideas. The synths and piano rolls are not just rhythmic filler but are carefully composed to create memorable, catchy hooks that define the track. The melodies are typically upbeat and optimistic, a classic characteristic of the freestyle genre.

 

 

Here are some of Yuyo MC DaWizard's notable releases that are often highlighted by fans and associates:

  • Freestyle Bangers, Vol. 1 and 2: Mentioned by DaWizard himself as marking a "new era in Freestyle Dance Music" and often cited as foundational to his career.
  • "Lost in Your Love" by Evalina Destiny: A track produced by Yuyo MC DaWizard, he personally considers this song's success to be a pivotal moment for both the artist and his label.
  • "I'm Ready" by Ayna (feat. Aby Cruz): Another influential track produced by DaWizard that is featured on the Freestyle Bangers releases and is often referenced by the artist.

HANS EDITZ

COMING SOON

Hans Editz

 

Industry affiliations

  • ASCAP and BMI member: As an active member of both the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) and Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI), Yuyo MC is involved with the professional organizations that protect the rights of songwriters and composers.

 

Hans Editz is a remixer and music producer known for creating various mixes and edits of songs for different artists. Editz's work is available on multiple music platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, and Audiomack.

 

Notable remixes and collaborations include:

  • "Mi Amor (Hans Editz Extended Mix)": A remix of a song by Crizael.
  • "Point of No Return (Yuyo MC DaWizard & Hans Editz Mix)": A collaboration with Yuyo MC DaWizard and Dj Martinee.
  • "Walked Out On Me (Hans Editz Version)": A version of a track by Ayna.
  • "Forever Love (Hans Editz Gone Crazy)": A remix for artist Evalina Destiny.
  • "Solo Amigos": A song with Charlie XO.
  • "More (Hans Editz Block Mix)": A mix created for the artist Ayna. & Many More.

As a music producer and remixer, Hans Editz's music primarily falls into the genre of freestyle, with influences from dance, Latin, and pop music. He does not produce film scores like the more famous Hans Zimmer. Editz's work is characterized by danceable rhythms and upbeat, catchy melodies, making his tracks well-suited for clubs and parties. 

For example, his collaborations and remixes frequently feature elements of: 

  • Latin-infused rhythms, as seen in his track Solo Amigos.
  • Freestyle remixes, like "Point of No Return (Epic Freestyle Remixes)".
  • Dance and pop influences, as evidenced by his many remixes for pop artists.

Hans Editz and Yuyo MC DaWizard are frequent collaborators in the freestyle music scene, often sharing production credits and working on remixes together. They are known for their contributions to the genre, with their work appearing on various releases for different artists. 

Key collaborations and projects include:

  • "Point of No Return (Yuyo MC DaWizard & Hans Editz Mix)": A remix featured on the Point of No Return (Epic Freestyle Remixes) album.
  • "I Just Dont Know (DaWizard & Hans Crazy Editz)": The two were credited as producers on this track released in 2024 for the artist Black Latin.
  • Ayna remixes: The producers worked on remixes for the artist Ayna, including "The Last Time" EP and "More (Hans Editz Block Mix)".
  • "Celebration (Hans Editz Crazy Edit)": Yuyo MC DaWizard is featured on this track with AL-X, which was remixed by Hans Editz.
  • "Porque (Hans Editz Mix)": They worked on this song for the artist Evalina Destiny in 2024.
  • "I Know You Know (DaWizards & Hans Editz Rework)": A rework by the duo for Dj Martinee and O-Baby

Hans Editz has a professional relationship with SGR Records USA, often collaborating on releases and production work. SGR Records USA is a label specializing in freestyle, dance, and EDM music, founded and run by Eugene "Yuyo MC" Rivera, who is a frequent collaborator with Editz. 

Examples of Hans Editz's involvement with SGR Records USA:

  • Production and remixes: Editz has contributed to projects released by SGR Records, including remixes for artists like Evalina Destiny and on a track for Black Latin.
  • Team production: He is part of a "powerhouse production team" at SGR Records that also includes Yuyo MC DaWizard, DJ Scream, and Lewis "DJ" Martinee.
  • Shared releases: SGR Records USA and other entities, such as GT Digital and Empire, have distributed releases that feature Editz's work.

LEWIS MARTINEE
DJ MARTINEE

Industry affiliations

  • ASCAP and BMI member: As an active member of both the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) and Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI), Yuyo MC is involved with the professional organizations that protect the rights of songwriters and composers.

 

Lewis A. Martineé (born Luis Antonio Martínez) is a producer, songwriter and disc jockey based in Miami, Florida. Martineé reached number one on the Billboard Pop charts as writer and producer of the song "Seasons Change" by Latin freestyle group Exposé and has had multiple records reach the top ten. Martineé received Billboard Songwriter of the Year as well as BMI Songwriter of the Year. In addition to founding Exposé in 1984, he also wrote and produced all of the songs on its first album, Exposure (1987) and most of the songs on What You Don't Know (1989). He also contributed to the group's third effort, Exposé, in 1992.

The producer explained how Exposé began in a 2016 interview on music website, No Echo:

My girlfriend at the time, Aléjandra [Lorenzo], who went on to be known as 'Alé', she was doing the demos for these songs. The reason I had her doing that was that she would sing in the car along to the radio and I thought she sounded really good. So, after the 'Point of No Return' demo was done, I was searching for a singer who sounded like her for the record version. I was finally like, 'Why can't I just use her?'"[1]

Martineé has also worked with many other artists of note, producing, writing and or remixing tracks for artists including Ricky Martin, Dead or Alive, Enrique Iglesias, Celine Dion, Company B, Arika Kane, Jermaine Jackson, Paris by Air, Sequal, the Cover Girls, Debbie Gibson, Vanessa Williams, Pet Shop Boys, Son by Four, and Elvis Crespo, among others.[2] His contributions to the nascent freestyle music movement in the mid-1980s contributed to its popularity, which continues to this day. DJ Martineé has been doing a dance music radio show programmed all over the world with top ratings..

  • Latin-infused rhythms, as seen in his track Solo Amigos.
  • Freestyle remixes, like "Point of No Return (Epic Freestyle Remixes)".
  • Dance and pop influences, as evidenced by his many remixes for pop artists.

Did You Know?

Drag & Drop Music is owned and operated by Lewis Martinee "DJ Martinee"

 

 

Billboard Songwriter of the Year

 

Lewis Martinee aka DJ Martinee, is a multi-platinum selling songwriter and producer, who won the distinct honor of Billboard and BMI songwriter of the year, out-ranking the likes of Michael Jackson, Madonna, Paul McCartney, Prince, Sting, Cindy Lauper, Elton John, etc. In addition to founding the multi-platinum selling girl group Exposé, he also wrote and produced all of the songs on its first two albums, Exposure and What You Don’t Know. He also contributed to the group’s third album, Exposé. One of the most successful groups ever, Exposé is ranked #5 in Billboard’s Top 10 Girl Groups Ever.

Lewis Martinee routinely works with super-star artists, whether producing, writing and or remixing tracks. Clients have included Ricky Martin, Enrique Iglesias, Celine Dion, Company B, Arika Kane, Jermaine Jackson, Sequel, the Cover Girls, Debbie Gibson, Vanessa Williams, Pet Shop Boys, Son by Four, Elvis Crespo, Tatiana and many more.

His contributions to the nascent freestyle music movement in the mid 1980s contributed to its popularity, which continues to this day. 

As a DJ, Martinee has currently been contributing to a dance music radio show that is programmed in markets around the world.Lewis A. Martineé, also known as DJ Martinee, is a multi-platinum selling songwriter, producer, and DJ, best known for creating the popular 1980s freestyle group Exposé. He was a key figure in the development of the Miami-based freestyle dance music scene. 

 

Career highlights

  • Founder of Exposé: Martineé founded the girl group Exposé in 1984, and wrote and produced all the songs on their first two albums, Exposure (1987) and What You Don't Know (1989).
  • Freestyle innovator: As an architect of the freestyle sound, he helped popularize the genre in the mid-1980s.
  • Award-winning songwriter: In 1987, Martineé was named both Billboard and BMI's Songwriter of the Year.
  • Grammy-nominated hit: As the writer and producer of Exposé's hit single "Seasons Change," he reached number one on the Billboard Pop Charts.
  • Producer, remixer, and DJ: Martineé has produced, written, and remixed tracks for numerous prominent artists, including:

 

  • Ricky Martin
  • Enrique Iglesias
  • Celine Dion
  • Pet Shop Boys
  • Debbie Gibson
  • Vanessa Williams 

 

Recent activity

 

in mid 2024 Lewis Martinee signed exclusively under GT Digital * Empire under SGR Records USA and joined under the umbrella with the company, to release all his albums under one distribution portal for all his future releases.

As of 2025, Martineé remains active as a DJ * Producer & Remixer and is working on new music. His recent projects include: 

  • A dance music radio show broadcast worldwide.
  • Collaborations with artist O-Baby, including remix albums for their track "I Know You Know" in 2024.
  • Remix albums for Exposé's "Point of No Return" and the Pet Shop Boys' "Domino Dancing," scheduled for release in 2025.
  • Aby Cruz - No Reason
  • Karina - I Like The Way "I Like It"

 

 

 

DAN SCOTT
DJ SCREAM

Industry affiliations

  • ASCAP and BMI member: As an active member of both the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) and Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI), Yuyo MC is involved with the professional organizations that protect the rights of songwriters and composers.

 

Dan Scott "DJ Scream" of SGR Records USA

Chicago based headquarters where it all began

 

DJ Scream of SGR Chicago from day one with Yuyo MC DaWizard who is responsible in buildig the lable in the windy city , when he and Yuyo MC Met in Cicero they  started creating music together and growing the lable until Yuyo MC expanded in 2003 in California. till this date DJ Scream runs SGR Chicago, while Yuyo MC runs the headquarters in California.

  • Role: Remix Producer*Engineer  and DJ, creating freestyle and dance & EDM remixes for artists on SGR Records USA.
  • Recent work: In 2025, he created a "Dance Mix" of the song "More" by artist Ayna.
  • Rain - by Ayna Produced by DJ Scream
  • Location: While not explicitly stated, he has been mentioned in connection with SGR Records USA, a label that works with artists in different genres.
  • Genre: His known work is in the dance music and freestyle genres.
  • Social media: He maintains a presence under the name Daniel Scott on Facebook

Dan Scott, known as DJ Scream of SGR Records USA, has been involved in several remix projects, primarily collaborating with the artist Ayna on multiple releases. His work with the record label is focused on dance and freestyle remixes. 

Releases and collaborations

  • Ayna - "Rain" (Freestyle Remixes):
    • "Rain (DJ Scream's Electro Retro Mix)": A remix of Ayna's song "Rain," released on April 4, 2025.
    • Production: Dan Scott produced the original version of Ayna's track "Rain" in February 2025.
  • Ayna - "More":
    • "More - DJ Scream & DaWizards Dance Mix": A remix released in 2025, in collaboration with Yuyo MC Dawizard.
  • Ayna - "Walked Out On Me":
    • "Walked Out On Me (DJ Scream Version)": A remix released in 2024.
    • "Walked Out On Me (DJ Scream Extended Mix)": An extended version of the track was also released in 2024.
    • Production: DJ Scream is credited as a producer and remixer on the "Walked Out On Me" maxi-single.                                                                                                                                                                                            DJ Scream's other projects

tracks DJ Scream produced for SGR Records USA

DJ Scream has produced several tracks and remixes for the artist Evalina Destiny. These are mostly dance and EDM remixes, created as part of his collaborations with the record label SGR Records USA. 

Notable collaborations with Evalina Destiny

  • "You Stole My Heart" (2024): For this song, DJ Scream contributed two remixes released on the SGR Records USA label.
    • "You Stole My Heart (DJ Scream Freestyle Verson)"
    • "You Stole My Heart (DJ Scream House Version)"
  • "Good Vibes" (2023): DJ Scream also produced an EDM remix for this track.
    • "Good Vibes (DJ Scream EDM Mix)" 

DJ Scream's role and style

DJ Scream's work for Evalina Destiny highlights his versatility as a producer beyond his hip-hop roots. These remixes showcase his contributions to freestyle, house, and EDM genres, which he develops through his involvement with SGR Records USA. 

REFUGIO ANTONIO

Producer , Engineer * Remix official SGR Records USA Latin HipHop , Dance Freestyle Producer est. 2024

Industry affiliations

  • ASCAP and BMI member: As an active member of both the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) and Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI), Yuyo MC is involved with the professional organizations that protect the rights of songwriters and composers.

 

Refugio Antonio is a freestyle music producer and artist who is affiliated with SGR Records USA. SGR Records USA, a label specializing in dance and freestyle music, was founded by Yuyo MC "DaWizard". 

 

 

Refugio Antonio

  • Role: A producer * Remixer and Engineer in the freestyle genre.
  • Location: Based in California.
  • Recent releases: His music is available on platforms like Apple Music, Bandcamp, and SoundCloud. A recent single, Got To Have It, was released in June 2024. He is also featured on the Freestyle BoomBox, Vol. 2 album.
  • Collaborations: He has collaborated with other artists, including Gloss and Black Latin.

Freestyle artist and producer Refugio Antonio has released numerous works in the past two years, both under his own name and through collaborations. His music, often in collaboration with fellow artists like Gloss and Black Latin, features heavily on his Bandcamp, Spotify, and Apple Music pages. 

2025

  • Hypnotize Me (feat. Gloss): An EP released in 2025.
  • Freestyle Sounds: Released in August 2025.
  • "Take Me Away" (Refugio Antonio Mix): Antonio contributed a remix to the track by Evalina Destiny, distributed by SGR Records.
  • "I Miss You" (RA Spanish 12 Inch / RA English 12 Inch): He contributed mixes to this track by AL-X, released in June 2025.
  • "Tears Falling Down My Eyes": Antonio is credited for his work on this track, released sometime around August 2025. 

2024

  • Got To Have It (feat. Gloss): A single released in June 2024.
  • FreakStyle (feat. Gloss) (MS Club Mix): Released in May 2024.
  • Fantastic 4: A single released in April 2024.
  • Someone Else (feat. Black Latin): The MS Club Mix was released in April 2024, with an accompanying EP featuring multiple versions.
  • Thump: A single released in April 2024.
  • Special Night (Feat. Black Latin)(MS Club Mix): Released in March 2024. 

2023

  • On And On (Feat. Gloss): A single released in December 2023.
  • Freestyle BoomBox, Vol. 2: An album released in September 2023.
  • Oceanside Love (Feat. Gloss): An EP released in September 2023.
  • FreakStyle: An EP released in September 2023. 

 

The track "Porque" by Evalina Destiny was released on April 19, 2024, and features a "Freestyle Mix" created by Refugio Antonio. While Antonio contributed a specific remix, the song was produced and arranged by Edwin Ramos for ER Music Group, LLC. 

 

About the track

  • Release: The "Porque" Maxi Single was released through GT Digital, Empire, and SGR Records USA.
  • Producers and mixers: The track and its various remixes include contributions from several artists in addition to Evalina Destiny and Refugio Antonio. Others involved include:
  •  
    • Edwin Ramos: Produced and arranged the main song.
    • Yuyo MC "DaWizard": Contributed multiple remixes, including the "Freestyle Banger," "Reggaeton Edit," and "Wand Mix."
    • Hans Sepulveda: Provided a remix titled "Hans Editz Mix."
  • The Refugio Antonio Freestyle Mix: This version was mixed by Antonio and released as part of the Maxi Single.
  • Availability: "Porque" and its various mixes are available on streaming platforms such as Spotify.           

For the 2024 freestyle track "Walked Out On Me" by artist Ayna, Refugio Antonio contributed a specific remix titled "Walked Out On Me (Refugio Antonio Mix)". 

The single was released by SGR Records and GT Digital and also included remixes by several other producers. 

Details of the release

  • Artist: Ayna
  • Track: "Walked Out On Me"
  • Contribution by Refugio Antonio: The "Refugio Antonio Mix"
  • Year of Release: 2024
  • Label: GT Digital / SGR Records USA
  • Other Mixes: The maxi-single also featured mixes by producers such as Edwin Ramos, DJ Scream, and Yuyo MC "DaWizard," showing a collaborative effort common in the freestyle music scene.

 

ERIC CRUZ

Industry affiliations

  • ASCAP and BMI member: As an active member of both the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) and Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI), Yuyo MC is involved with the professional organizations that protect the rights of songwriters and composers.

 

Eric Cruz is an American recording artist signed to SGR Records USA. His musical style includes a fusion of freestyle, dance-pop, and EDM. In 2024, he released the full-length album Ready to Love. 

Musical career and releases

  • Ready to Love (2024): His 2024 album includes the singles "Never" and "Past Your Pain".
  • Please Let Me Go (Remixes): In 2024, several remixes of his song "Please Let Me Go" were released.
  • Other singles: He has released other singles, including "Can You Feel My Love?" (2013) and "Right Where I Belong" (2012).
  • Collaborations: In 2024, he was featured on the track "COSMS" with Sian Li 
    Earlier work: Cruz has a history as a freestyle and dance artist, having been featured on the music platform ReverbNation.

Eric Cruz was active with SGR Records USA by 2024. In August 2024, the label released his full album, Ready to Love, confirming his status as an SGR Records USA artist. His collaboration with KennyFreestyle Moulton on a remix of "Please Let Me Go" in 2019 suggests he was involved in the freestyle music scene prior to his 2024 album release with the label.

 

Not only he is the official Artist of SGR Records USA but also key player in Music production * Song writing & orangements in his unique sounds.

 

Eric Cruz has released a full-length album, a remix EP, and a collaborative single through SGR Records USA. 

2024 releases

  • Ready to Love: This full album was released in August 2024. It was distributed by GT Digital and EMPIRE.
  • Please Let Me Go (Remixes): Released on November 15, 2024, this EP features a variety of remixes of his track "Please Let Me Go"

 

Key themes in Eric Cruz's 2024 album Ready to Love include the emotional journey of love, particularly its bittersweet and thoughtful aspects. The album's specific tracks, such as the singles "Never" and "Past Your Pain," illustrate different stages of this journey, from yearning to emotional healing. 

Based on general music commentary and album information, the central themes of Ready to Love are:

  • The pursuit of love: The title itself suggests a readiness for a romantic relationship, and this theme is a foundation for the album's sound.
  • Sweet and bittersweet emotions: The collection of songs explores the full spectrum of emotions that come with love and relationships, including moments of joy and heartache.
  • Healing and moving forward: The single "Past Your Pain" directly addresses the process of overcoming past emotional wounds, suggesting a journey toward recovery and openness.
  • Passion and creative expression: According to the artist's record label, SGR Records USA, the album is a creative expression of Cruz's passion for music.
  • Freestyle and dance-pop: The album's genre reflects the emotions in the lyrics, with a vibrant mix of freestyle, dance-pop, and EDM music                                    

 

Eric Cruz's freestyle and dance-pop style is rooted in his earlier work as a Christian freestyle and dance artist. It also reflects the influence of classic freestyle from the 1980s, which combined Latin rhythms, electro beats, and pop melodies. 

 

 

Foundations of his musical style

  • Freestyle roots: Cruz's earlier work is described as Christian freestyle and dance music, suggesting an initial blend of the energetic, syncopated rhythm of freestyle with gospel or faith-based lyrical themes. This was done in the tradition of 1980s Latin freestyle, a genre often associated with artists from Puerto Rican and Italian-American communities in New York.
  • Writing background: Cruz has been writing since the age of 13, initially inspired by authors like Edgar Allan Poe. He later converted these poems into lyrics, suggesting a lyrical focus that predates his musical production and now serves as the backbone of his pop songs.
  • Genre evolution: His more recent releases, such as the 2024 album Ready to Love, have evolved to incorporate broader dance-pop and EDM elements. This demonstrates a progression from his foundational freestyle roots toward a modern, multifaceted sound while still honoring the classic influences.
  • Key collaborations: His collaboration with KennyFreestyle Moulton on the 2019 remix of "Please Let Me Go" further confirms his connection to the foundational freestyle genre. This collaboration with an established name in the genre solidifies his place within the freestyle community.
  • Contemporary freestyle: His musical influences also include contemporary and fellow freestyle artists, as reflected in the list of similar artists on streaming platforms, such as Angel Mena, KennyFreestyle, and Rolando Montalvo.
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