The Detroit based rap group Tha Paypa Boiz is gaining worldwide attention with their Street Newz compilation CD. The album is a unique blend of Motor City attitude with elements of east coast, west coast, and Dirty South hip-hop. It has a smörgåsbord of featured appearances by artists like Breed, Kurupt, and Mastamind of Natas to name a few. Since it’s debut, the album has sold thousands of units worldwide, and is gaining momentum on a daily basis. The group has had press coverage in several of the major hip-hop publications and throughout the Internet. Just Google the name “Tha Paypa Boiz” and you’ll see how strong a buzz these guys have created.

Tha Paypa Boiz is a collaborative ensemble of solo artists and producers from Paypa Boi Entertainment, an independent record label in Detroit, MI. The main group consists of veteran rappers Arcane and Big Isz aka Dykkon Isar.a.n. Both have had their share of accomplishments individually, but they have joined forces to catapult themselves and the label into the mainstream market.

Arcane is known for his lyrical precision. His quick tongue delivery has been compared to the blade of a guillotine, sharp and to the point. Big Isz has a distinct, almost animated rap style. Hearing him is like riding a roller coaster, because he takes you up and down on every other word. Just like Andre 3000 and Big Boi from OutKast, Arcane and Big Isz can hold their own as solo artists, but when they work together the outcome is phenomenal. Tha Paypa Boiz’ lyrics reflect real-life situations in their environment. In their songs you’ll hear the good, the bad, and the ugly, but you can be assured it will be done creatively.

At the nucleus of the group is Russell Colvin Jr. aka Kawtion, the CEO of Paypa Boi Entertainment. Some might call him “The Make It Happen Man”, because throughout his career he has made a number of power moves, including becoming the manager for the legendary MC Breed. He organized Tha Paypa Boiz under Fallen Angelz Entertainment, the label that brought you Dice’s Black Monday CD. The group originally consisted of Arcane, Boo Boo Breed (MC Breed’s cousin), E-Jay, and Young Hoop, but was reorganized in 2003 under Paypa Boi Entertainment with a new team and a new direction. Kawtion is also a solo artist and is often featured on Tha Paypa Boiz songs.

DJ Lenn Swann is the label’s in-house producer. Swann is a master turntablist, who has competed, placed, and won several DJ competitions throughout the world. He is a life member of the world renowned 12 Tek Mob, a group of some of the best scratch DJ’s in the business. He's been awarded a triple platinum plaque for scratching on Eminem's hit song Bonnie and Clyde. Swann is equally as good with his music production; he has produced tracks for Slum Village, D12, and of course Tha Paypa Boiz. Some of the other producers lending their skills to Tha Paypa Boiz sound include Kawtion, Kerry Clark, Mr. Wax and DJ Dez of Slum Village.

Tha Paypa Boiz is a family production. Everyone involved works together for the common goal of being heard and selling music. This hard work a dedication is beginning to pay off, as Tha Paypa Boiz will soon be featured artists on The Outlawz complication CD Collaboration Volume 1 along with E-40, Young Buck, Spice One, Bone Thugs N Harmony, and many others. You can expect to hear this release around the early part of 2008.

Tha Paypa Boiz’ album, Street Newz Vol. I will be in stores mid 2008. It will be continuation of the original Street Newz complication with four new songs featuring Lady Blade, Elzhi of Slum Village, Young Noble of The Outlawz, and a solo by Big Isz. This CD will also include a bonus DVD.

At present, Tha Paypa Boiz are writing and recording new material for future projects. They are available for show appearances upon request. For more information about Tha Paypa Boiz and Paypa Boi Entertainment visit their new website at www.paypaboi.com.