Blaze Ya Dead Homie
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Blaze Ya Dead Homie performing in 2011.
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Chris Rouleau |
| Also known as | Cell Block Psycho C |
| Born | April 27, 1976 |
| Origin | Mt. Clemens, Michigan, United States |
| Genres | Horrorcore, hardcore hip hop, gangsta rap |
| Occupation(s) | Emcee |
| Years active | 1993–present |
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| Associated acts | Dark Lotus, Psychopathic Rydas, Twiztid, Anybody Killa, House of Krazees, Insane Clown Posse, Zodiac MPrint, Drive-By, Samhein Witch Killaz, The R.O.C. J-10, Kottonmouth Kings, Triple Threat, Boondox, Lex "The Hex" Master, G-Mo Skee, Gorilla Voltage |
| Website | TheDeadManBlaze.com |
Chris Rouleau, also known as Blaze Ya Dead Homie or simply Blaze, is an American rapper from Mt. Clemens, Michigan. His stage persona is that of a reincarnated gang member killed in the late 1980s, and his lyrics derive from the hip hop styles of gangsta rap and horrorcore.
Rouleau began rapping at the age of 17, while in Romeo High School, and performed at local clubs on the east side of Detroit. Rouleau performed as a member of 2 Krazy Devils (with Skrapz) under the stage name Psycho C. Rouleau's first big performance was at the Ritz in Roseville, where he and James Lowery opened for House of Krazees. House of Krazees member The R.O.C. later produced 2 Krazy Devils' only album, Flipped Insanity, before the group disbanded in 1996.
Rouleau joined several groups, but no material was released. When Rouleau was about to give up rapping, he was encouraged to join Psychopathic Records, where he initially started out as a member of Insane Clown Posse's road crew. He appeared on Twiztid's Mostasteless album, and occasionally acted as a hype man in live concerts. Rouleau joined Dark Lotus and Psychopathic Rydas, performing in the latter under the stage name "Cell Block."
In 2000, Rouleau released a solo EP, Blaze Ya Dead Homie, establishing his character as a gang member killed in the late 1980s. Rouleau toured major cities across the country to support the release, including a debut at the Gathering of the Juggalos. The album was released on Psychopathic Records and Phantom Zone Productions.
The LP 1 Less G n da Hood was recorded and released in 2001, followed by continued touring and appearances on sevl Psychopathic releases. The album was well received by the fans.
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