Kanroc’s Bio:
Kanroc Xpitaf (Professional MMA Fighter/Actor/Director/C.E.O. & Recording Artist at Metal Roz Records) was known in his youth as one of the best lyricists in his neighborhood. He developed a fascination with words and their correct pronunciation at the youthful age of 14 which transcended into his unique style of rhyming over Hip-Hop and Rock beats.
Meanwhile, Kanroc’s vocalization made him legendary in surrounding neighborhoods in Houston, Texas. But unfortunately, from his run-ins with the Judicial System, he found himself in-and-out of prison cells. And since writing and reciting was so therapeutic for him, along with interpreting and applying God’s infallible scriptures to his life, he became one of the most compassionate yet most feared and lyrical prisoner on every Unit he was housed at.
But nevertheless, even to this day, he can vividly recall a moment in time when he was incarcerated; in which he did an Acapella uplifting the Anointed One and watching the entire room (including non-believers and Muslims alike) offer their appreciation for the enlightenment with a standing ovation.
And yes, his story is unique and in his own words, “From the beginning of my childhood, emerging from 5th Ward to 4th Ward in Houston, Texas; I grew up among Asians as well as my own nationality (Afro-American), except for one major difference - I didn't embrace the sport of football, basketball, or baseball as so many others of my race within my community did. Instead, I embraced martial arts. I can remember as early as 5-7 yrs. old, mingling in with my Asian peers, to pursue and practice Chinese Kung Fu, often taught by one of their older relatives. My fascination for developing the best performance of martial arts evolved into a way of living. By the age 11, I was sneaking out the house (after midnight), to spy on Asian elders who would train late in the night, to avoid being a spectacle. By the age 18, I started constructing a new systematic way of fighting that's entitled, IRON DRAGON FIST. And now finally, I'm smoothing out all the rough spots through organized combat while discovering that I have a natural ability and talent to compose music, write and recite Urban/Hip-Hop poetry, and act with a developing theatrical performance on camera. But in any case, the rest is History.”
However, after doing 10 years, 10 months and 17 days incarcerated (State Penitentiary) for a wrongful conviction of Aggravated Robbery; Kanroc now walks by faith, having confidence in Christ Jesus while educating through music; realizing that he’s completely imperfect, subject to errors because of his spiritual essence and existence being imprisoned in a temporary structure that’s made up of genetic materials of corruption and sin; so that it would be absolutely impossible to become perfect, in all aspects of life without the Messiah’s sacrifice and new resurrected body.
So, in other words, don’t be surprised if his poetry contains stories and emotions of iniquities; because most-likely they will.
Statistics:
• Gender: Male
• Height: 6'
• Weight: 260 lbs (Athletic)
• Eyes: Brown
• Hair: Black
Coat: 48" long o Waist: 38" o Sleeve: 36-37" o Out-seam and Inseam: 45.5" & 35.5" Neck: 18" o Hat: 7¾ o Shoe Size: 10.5
Independent Movie:
"Married Men and Single Women" by Mr. Steven Drayton
Leading Role: James Jacobs
Short Film:
"Two Bags" by Mr. Josh Elliott
Role: FBI Agent, Ben
Commercial:
Best Buy’s 2014 Christmas Commercial
Role: Spotter/Supporting Elf
Skills:
• Personal Training
• Mix Martial Arts
• Wrestling
• Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
• Poetry (Hip-Hop/Metal Music)
• Writing songs for movies ("Rough Road Back" for "Married Men and Single
Women" by Mr. Steven Drayton, "Barbarian Ballads" for "Two Bags" by Mr. Josh Elliott)
• Counseling
• Break-dancing/Popping
• Able to perform front flips
• Good communication skills
• Ice Skating/Roller
• Driving (automatic)
• Cycling
Most interested in playing:
Super Hero/Villain, Action Hero/Villain, Law Enforcement Agent/Criminal, Playboy and Ladies Man
KANROC'S ACTING REEL:
https://youtu.be/KNXwbXjPicI
https://youtu.be/w6Vomb1PCbk
The question I’m often asked, by family, friends and close associates, in relationship to my music career, is why did I write the song, “Pull Your Pants Up”? When in fact, the culture in America (in which I’m a part of) to some extent has learned to accept and embrace this form of foolishness (wearing sagging pants revealing the underwear/buttocks). And most likely, from a monetary sense, such material would not be profitable (in a form of prosperity and financial gain). When after all, radio stations that play Hip-Hop music has clearly made a decision to air only songs that primarily embrace a format that dehumanize society, with the over saturation of music that emphasize the indulgence of smoking drugs, drinking alcohol, sex and violence.
However, what was more important to me, as a Hip-Hop artist, was expressing an emotion and thought that wouldn't leave my very existence. So, since conveying that particular message of dressing appropriately, to all that would have ears to hear, as being an authentic writer and reciter of rhythmic poetry was necessary to me; I found it my personal obligation to be true to those that would listen to my music and write the song that would hopefully end this madness of wearing pants below the buttocks.
In fact, to go a little more in-depth with this, consequently, there was a time in which I found myself incarcerated (within this crooked and perverse Judicial System that we have in America). And when imprisoned from false accusations and lies (Years later the case would be Dismissed), I noticed something very peculiar. I noticed that in my assigned living area and wherever I would go inside of that environment (whether to the Chapel for worship, to the gym for recreation, to the Law Library to assist my situation or Visitation) I would always see a multitude of young men with their pants hanging off their buttocks. It was almost like the appearance of an infection spreading like something from a zombie movie. As if one bite another, and another, and another and all become contaminated with the same disease. Almost, as if one was brainwashed into thinking that it was cool and popular (in the sense of maturity) to have their pants hanging off their buttocks… and it has spread like a ferocious disease.
So when noticing that pathetic scene, I also noticed a phrase that entered my mind and wouldn’t leave. That particular phrase was, “They got you brainwashed by the music they exhibit, and then you tatted up your body because your favorite rapper did it”. And for whatever odd reason, it just wouldn't leave my mind. It would just linger there. It would just pop-up spontaneously and unwillingly, even at times when I’m trying to figure out, how come all of this injustice that’s clearly seen is happening to me (Yes, I’m completely aware that horrible things often happen to people, in this dispensation of age and at this periodical point in time). Nevertheless, I made a vow that when I’m victorious in my court room situation (in which I knew I would, based on all the evidence that supported my claim of innocence), I would record the lyrics I wrote entitled, “Pull Your Pants Up”. In which I did.
http://www.dahiphopplace.com/kanroc-teaches-lessons/
Kanroc comes with a force attached to him. His rhymes are intimidating, and we can only imagine his presence is just as so. With only two songs Kanroc can strike fear and respect in you at the same time. “Rough Road Back” commands attention with a monologue that leads to verses and choruses that are in the same family as what we used to hear from the likes of Ja Rule and DMX. There was even some bark in Kanroc’s bite at certain points. “Pull Your Pants Up” was an interesting take on the current state of Black America, not one you often hear in hip hop – at least from this perspective. Kanroc points out the idea that education is often looked down upon, if you’re smart it’s like you’re showing off. He laments that by stating, “…mad because I’m intelligent.” The idea of pulling up one’s pants and getting educated is a good message to send to young people who listen to hip hop. Being book smart and dressing the part isn’t something to be viewed as negative. Kanroc, while intimidating, uses his power for good. (http://www.jango.com/music/Kanroc?l=0)