"Five
Star Crew" was established from 1991 to 1992 with a
group of five
friends who shared a close friendship and a love for hip
hop music. Together
they were able to appeal to a wide audience and were known
for creating a
distinct vibe in any setting. As they're reputation grew,
their name sake
'Five Star' took on a more significant definition like the
universal symbol
known as the highest rating for quality and excellence.
For more than ten
years they have been around to witness and participate in
the evolution of
the 'Golden Era' in rap and hip hop. As a result, they have
solidified their
standing by developing the urban scene particularly in the
East end of
Toronto by providing a creative energy that is innovative
yet reminiscent of
those times.
Despite their vast experiences traveling all around Canada,
playing in
the hottest clubs, radio stations, along side with the hottest
DJ's in T.O.,
their close friendship and love for hip hop and the urban
scene is what
drives "Five Star Crew Entertainment" to expand
and keep taking it to the
next level.
DJ
GRIFF:
One of the founding members and key players responsible
for creating the
"Five Star Crew" experience is the head DJ of
"Five Star Crew
Entertainment"-DJ Griff. It is evident when you see
DJ Griff spin that his
vast experience and his unique style in mastering the art
of mixing, shows
the honing of his skill from an early age and his dedication
to hip hop
music. He is known for keeping the crowd moving by interpreting
beats to
create a new song. Early on DJ Griffs' talents were recognized
when he was
head DJ of the winning group that won the Jones and Jones
talent search in
1991. As a result of many successful appearances he was
being featured in
major musical festivals, benefit concerts and showcases
like 1993's 'Fresh
Fest', 1994's 'Canadian Music Week', in 1995's 'Urban Artists
United In The
Fight Against AIDS Concert' and in 2001 'Emi Artist' showcase.
As his
reputation for excellence in skills grew, he was known for
creating
unforgettable jams in the professional sports circles such
as the 'Concordia
Homecoming' in 1997 and at OJ Santiago's 'NFC Champion Season
Super bowl
Party' in 1999.
Although DJ Griff is best known for helping build and develop
the urban
scene in the East for the last ten years, he has played
in the hottest clubs
to date in T.O. from Atlantis, Rpm Warehouse, Rockit &
the Docks. He has
played with the hottest DJ's of T.O. including old and new
from Carl Allen &
Ebony Sound Crew to Baby Blue, Starting from Scratch and
DJ Jay. In addition
he has showcased his talents all around Canada performing
from Regina to
Montreal (2000 Carifiesta) all the way to Windsor. His commercial
viability
has even earned him the spot as featured guest DJ playing
at radio stations
such as 88.1, 89.5 & 99.9 and most recently appearing
on City TV's 'Electric
Circus' (2003) and Much Music's main hip hop show 'Much
Vibe' (2003). DJ
Griff continues to be one of the unique and creative energies
behind the
"Five Star Crew" template.
With the new addition of DJ JOONYA
T, Five Star has diversified its sound
by adding Reggae, Soca and house DJ to the tables.
Together, "Five Star Crew Entertainment" is a
force that will take
entertainment to a higher standard. With it's deep roots
in hip hop as the
main foundation, their close relationships as a group, their
emerging sound,
their distinct and experienced talents, you can be assured
that "Five Star
Crew" lives up to it's name as providing the best in
quality entertainment,
fashion and promotion.
