DJ Ruger Shabazz

DJ Ruger Shabazz is a New York producer and DJ creating music where rhythm, soul, cinematic atmosphere, and culture meet. Born on the Lower East Side and raised in Harlem, Ru developed his ear behind the turntables before taking that same instinct into production. His approach is simple: the drums have to move, the melodies have to connect, and every record has to make you feel something. With an independent catalog surpassing **159,900 Apple Music streams**, Ruger continues to build a sound influenced by hip-hop, soul, film, and the energy of New York City. From original records and instrumental projects to music designed for visual storytelling, his work is created to live beyond the speakers. **The sound has to connect. The story has to matter. The work has to last.**