JO Grizzly keeps an arsenal of lyrics at-the- ready for anyone who’s feeling lucky. Drawing inspiration from the universe; JO Grizzly’s approach to music is influenced by his surroundings. Every verse etched with life experiences, current events and personal trials and triumphs. Born J. Christopher Lilley, the Charlotte native began his craft in early 2003 as Big TReaL penning nine projects under the moniker until 2009 and hasn’t stopped creating since. Soon after debuting as TReaL, the inventive versifier gained a multitude of followers throughout the southeast region and a STAR was born… the era of J. Grizzly was ushered in. Working tirelessly in the studio, along with the collective that is GodCity, JO Grizzly fed Queen City Hip Hop with a cornucopia of ‘The Age of JO Grizzly’ albums volumes 1-5 and closed the chapter with his ‘Ric Flair LP’ in 2012. With his incomparable work ethic, the ever- evolving emcee transcended into JO Grizzly and became a metaphysical version of himself. Making music his therapy, JO Grizzly finds solace inside the studio and makes sure it remains an enjoyable environment while creating new sounds. Currently performing and promoting his latest hit single “BLACK ROBB”, JO Grizzly remains in high demand with the singles multi-genre appeal. “BLACK ROBB” WILL debut in EARLY SPRING of 2017, and was produced by Krazy Figz. Recently appearing at the iMusic Festival, JO Grizzly is the artist-to- watch IN 2017. Taking aim at any attempts to conform, JO Grizzly performs above the “norm”. Just when you thought it safe to place JO Grizzly into a category of rapper, he transitions into another realm of existence and challenges spectators to keep up.