Dank Williams III & Rip Rhymes
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Looking to elevate your club, festival, concert, or party to the next level? The Smoke Ridge Boys are bringing an explosive Southern party-rocking experience you won’t find anywhere else!
This dynamic duo features DJ Dank Williams III, a national touring DJ who’s taken the stage with legendary country, rock, and hip-hop artists across America. Paired with international recording artist Rip Rhymes, formerly known as MC Hydro Phonics (one half of the iconic Ghetto Blasters alongside DJ Tech 12 of the UK), the Smoke Ridge Boys bring a fresh, reimagined sound with a Southern twist that’s sure to light up any crowd.
Rip Rhymes is back with raw energy and authenticity, and teaming up with DJ Dank Williams III was the perfect move to shake up the party scene. Together, they’re set to tear up clubs and events, delivering the same legendary vibe that made the Ghetto Blasters famous—only now, it’s infused with that unmistakable Southern flavor.
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Dj Dank Williams III
Dj Dank Williams III
Dj Dank Williams III
DJ Dank Williams has been keeping crowds moving since 1996. National Touring Artist, Remix Specialist, and High Energy DJ specializing in Music Festivals, Comedy Tours, Concerts, Events, Radio mIx shows, and Nightlife.
DJ Dank Williams is Entertainment Communications, sharing the stage and collaboration with Kid Rock, Morgan Wallen, Jelly Roll, Florida Georgia Line, Ludacris, Brett Micheals, Lainey Wilson, Buck Cherry, Marshal Tucker Band, Jason Aldean, Travis Tritt, Clint Black, 38 Special, Diamond Rio, Craig Morgan, Rick Springfield, Arron Lewis, , Brantley Gilbert, Cole Swindel, L.I.T., Darius Rucker, Kieth Urban, P.O.D., Thomas Rhett, Saving Able, Tyler Farr, Saliva, Bubba Sparxx, Adam Calhoun, Dierks Bentley, Alabama, Toby Keith, Chris Lane, Colt Ford, Jericho, Jon Langston, Micheal Ray, Alien Ant Farm, E.M.P.D., Afroman, Oliver Anthony, Parmalee, Sir-Mix-Alot, C & C Music Factory and many more...
Radio/Broadcast
Mixshow Artist on Southern Country Hits Radio
Mixshow Artist on Kickin Country Radio
Mixshow Artiston Red Hot Country Radio
Social Media
You Tube 2 Million Plays
Facebook 2 Million Plays
RESIDENCE TOURS & FESTIVALS
Field of Dreams Music Festival
Sand Bar Music Festival
Southern Momma and Em Comedy Tour
Carolina Country Music Festival
Back Roads and Tailgates Country Music Festival
H20 Boco Music Festival
Moo and Brew Music Festival
Operation Heal-arious Tour
Alabama Jeep Jam Music Festival
Glitter and Grit Comedy Tour
Vans Warped Tour
Red Bull Competition Tour
Mayhem Music Tour
Stop The Violence Tour
Save Second Base Music Festival
Sunshine Mix Radio Tour.
Let's Party Comedy Tour
Down Yonder Comedy Tour
NC Bourbon Music Festival
River Neck Acres Music Festival
Cheer Party USA
Rip Rhymes
Dj Dank Williams III
Dj Dank Williams III
Rip Rhymes (formerly known as MC Hydro Phonics) is a trailblazing artist whose career took off with the creation of the hip hop group 4Dub, alongside Akil The MC of Jurassic 5 fame. Together, they made history as the first international hip hop group to perform in Cambodia and to rock Bangkok’s legendary Countdown celebration in front of 200,000 people.
Rip’s journey began early. As a teenager in the United States, Hydro Phonics won a national competition for a song about not drinking and driving on prom night. The track, “Stop Before You Get Started,” became the theme for the nationwide Prom Promise Campaign. From there, his ascent was unstoppable, leading to appearances on TV shows, commercials, and films in the U.S., while finding even more fame across Asia.
In Thailand he had the 1st English/ Thai #1 song on Fat Radio. He hosted 2 popular TV shows, produced music, and collaborated with major artists, including HRH Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya of Thailand. His hip hop radio show “FOUNDATION” on UB Radio became a cultural staple, and aside from 4Dub he toured the continent with DJ Tech 12 as part of the The Ghetto Blasters, the dynamic DJ and MC duo responsible for some of the biggest Hip Hop parties in Asia over the last decade. The Ghetto Blasters established a reputation for throwing legendary parties such as "Twist it up", "Fat Black Pussycat", and "Sucka Free Sundays” @ the legendary Q-Bar.
They have also had the privilege of working alongside some of the biggest names in the music industry such as The Black Eyed Peas, Public Enemy, DJ Cash Money, Grandmaster Flash, DJ Jazzy Jeff, DJ Craze, Kelis, De La Soul, Kraft Kuts, Dialated People's, A-Track, Akil The MC, Mopreme Shakur, The Two Live Crew, DJ Spinbad, and DJ Snake just to name a few.
However, just before 4Dub’s & the Ghetto Blasters next big tour, Hydro was diagnosed with cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome, forcing him to reduce his marijuana intake. Realizing the MC Hydro Phonics persona no longer aligned with his new reality, he had to find a different version of his artistic self. That was done by getting back to his southern roots. Thus, Rip Rhymes was born—a new chapter, a more authentic self, and a refreshed creative force.
Now partnered with DJ Dank Williams, Rip Rhymes is ready to hit the road, bringing an electrifying, global party-rocking experience to clubs and festivals near you.