Behind The Scenes

Tazz has been involved in radio for almost 2 decades, starting out as a part time CO-host for "Kids Corner" on WXPN-FM, the University of Pennsylvania's radio station before he entered junior high school! As his skills and experience improved, Tazz was given the responsibility of Production Assistant for the show.He and the show received a prestigious Peabody award for excellence in children's programming. In the late 90's Tazz secured a position at WPHI, Philly 103.9 as the Associate producer of the "Home Team" morning show. With the support of its' fans, the show was named the #1 non-syndicated morning show By the Jenny Jones show. After his success at WPHI and several other stations, Tazz decided to work independently on several radio projects. He started one of the most successful Internet radio stations in the business and started a web design, voice over and production company. Even today, his promos and comedy bits can be heard on stations across the country. Tazz's talents eventually lead him to Dallas, where he worked as the #1 Night host for KKDA. Having retired from on-air work, Tazz has concentrated his skills on the "Rickey Smiley and Deez Nuts" Morning show, as it's Executive Producer. Tazz's love for children has earned him numerous awards and recognition, including the Philadelphia Mayor's award for community service, numerous citations from schools and Universities, special recognition from former President Clinton, as well as the Boys and Girls clubs of America. In his spare time, Tazz works on other aspects of his entertainment career. He and his lovely wife Oshena, own a Media firm and Production house called Code-Blu Media. In addition, Tazz founded Urban Radio Coach, LLC, to guide up and coming talents through the radio industry.

Controversial, cocky, funny and (sometimes) downright rude, Tazz combines all the characteristics that have earned him the title of "The Most Electrifying Man in Entertainment!"