Skiggy Rapz (pronounced "Skid-jee Raps") is a Dutch-born rapper and producer who's developed a glossy, love-filled mix of hip-hop and pop. With his crisp, rapid-fire flow combined with catchy hooks, Skiggy creates hip-hop that is simultaneously underground and commercially viable. His most accessible album to date, Satellites, was released January 29, 2013. Before his first album Boat Drinks (2004) was even realized, Skiggy won the Grote Prijs van Nederland (Grand Prize of the Netherlands), a national award for emerging artists. In 2007, he released the full-length Record as a member of Keynote Speakerz with Master Surreal. Skiggy also produced three albums for Dutch rapper Diggy Dex, and in 2009 he co-produced Diggy Dex's "Slaap Lekker," a number-one single in the Netherlands featuring Eva de Roovere. In 2009 he also released Bang To The Boogie EP, highlighting his blending of genres, upbeat rhythms, and singalong hooks. Skiggy Rapz hit a licensing windfall in 2010 when MTV, VH1, and FUEL TV latched onto his growing buzz. His songs have since been featured on programs including Jersey Shore, Rob Dyrdek's Fantasy Factory, and Awkward. Skiggy has produced commercial tracks for McDonalds, Martini, and Samsung, and he has licensed tracks to over 15 international albums since 2005. In 2013 Skiggy Rapz completed a Dutch tour supporting Satellites. He also played noteable shows in Chelyabinsk and Ekaterinburg, Russia, and Oslo, Norway, and officially showcased at the 2011 SXSW Music Festival in Austin, Texas. He has toured extensively as a solo artist and as support, backing Diggy Dex and fellow Dutch producer Arts The Beatdoctor (SXSW and Poland in 2009). Skiggy has also opened for notable hip-hop icons KRS-One, Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth, Guru, Nas, Action Bronson, Blackalicious and Kanye West. "With Satellites, Skiggy Rapz delivered one of the best Dutch hip-hop records of all time." —Straight Up "Satellites is a masterpiece that deserves to be noticed all around the world."—Hip-Hop Gemeenschap “Both fun & full of substance.”—BRM “His blending of genres, up-beat rhythms, and sing-along hooks are sure to catch attention of listeners the world over.” —Potholes In My Blog “The single ‘Talk To You Soon’ sounds like John Mayer walked into the studio and put his vibes into the cut.”—Rock The Dub