Born in Danville Illinois, Melvin ‘Sonny Blac’ Gray, is a quadruple threat when it comes to the rap industry. Inspired by the music of artists like Tupac, Krs One, Rakim, Run D.M.C. and Ice Cube, Sonny is prepared to leave his footprints in the hip-hop world. With over a decade of experience, his talent for music has grown past just the art of rapping. Not just a highly-skilled MC, Sonny Blac is a talented engineer and producer. Sonny Blac is destined for greatness.
IAA: What city and state are you from?
SONNY BLAC: Danville, Illinois
IAA: What is your music background?
SONNY BLAC: I started taking drumming lessons at the age of 11. I have been a music engineer for about 7 years, and I have been a promoter for about 12 years.
IAA: What inspired you to pursue music?
SONNY BLAC: I fell in love with rap when I first listened to a Run D.M.C. track.
IAA: What are your songs about?
SONNY BLAC: My songs are about my life, my experiences, things I have witnessed, my relationships, and having a good time.
IAA: Do you write your own music?
SONNY BLAC: Yes
IAA: Who are your musical influences?
SONNY BLAC: I am influenced by Tupac, Krs One, Rakim, Run D.M.C. and Ice Cube
IAA: How would you describe your music to people?
SONNY BLAC: I would describe my music as down to earth and soulful. I deliver an unique message with every track.
IAA: What makes you stand out from other artist?
SONNY BLAC: I am a trendsetter. I make unique music that fans can enjoy and I am always on the cutting edge the changing trends in hip hop.
IAA: What are some upcoming projects, you are currently working on?
SONNY BLAC: I am working on a few mix-tapes: On My Grown Man Shit ,released December 24th, N.W.O – New World Order (Da Elite Unit Mix-tape)released January 2nd, Say Dat Den, dropping the end of Jan, and the After Life which will drop early February. I am also doing The Umbrella Tour. The Umbrella your is a networking tour that Looch Da Spokesman and I put together for underground artist in the Mid-West to showcase their talent, promote and sell their music, and to gain new fans in different areas,
IAA: What are your career goals? Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
SONNY BLAC: In 10 years I see my independent becoming one of the top labels in the music industry. I want to have endorsements and would like to invest in real estate.
IAA: How can your fans access your music and contact you?
SONNY BLAC: http://www.eliteworldrecords.com, http://www.twitter.com/sonnyblac, http://www.facebook.com/sonny.blac1, http://www.youtube.com/mrmrblac55, http://www.soundcloud.com/sonny-blac, http://www.reverbnation.com/sonnyblacfeatthaillstateaffiliatez, http://www.datpiff.com/profile/sonnyblac5
Singles I currently have for sale:
Sonny Blac Ft. Gritty & Reese from 3 Piece – Touch Yourself – http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/melvingray
Sonny Blac Ft. Co-Still & Reese from 3 Piece – Hustlin – https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/hustlin-single/id542177604
Sonny Blac Ft. Gritty & Ito – Bron 3:16 – https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/bron-316-single/id538453044
fam got skill real talk trendsettas
very nice to see a hard working artist get the recognition for his work…keep grinding fam…i know you will…and big s/o to IndustryAllAccess for the review
Sonny blac got skillz beyond measure… Lookout 4 lick it sonny blac feat. KEVO…
Man I Have ALWAYS Said Sonny Blac Got That Fire!!! His Style Reminds Me Of A Ol Eightball Swagga True Gangsta Rock And Roll!!!! Keep Up The Good Reporting Work!!!! Because This Guy Sonny Blac Is The Game Changer!!!! Burrrr Dj Gucci “The King Of The Underground”
thanks to everyone for all the love and support follow ya boi the journey is juss beginning
EMG for Life BABY,Danville il, do youre thing
Sonny Blac we all waiting on you the world is YOUREs…. Chillin Jay
One of the best artist hittin the CHI right now…. Mk sure 2 b lookin out for the album, I KNOW I WILL BE!!
Sonny Blac is all that…..I am one of his #1 Fans!! Proud of you boy! Representin! Holdin it down for the A-town! Smooches!!
U already know what it is EWR…keep doing your thang brother…
there really is no other way to say it,sonny b is hot great music.he keeps it real to the point,a star is born…….
Hey Babe your doing good like i new u would keep it up your almost there
Yo, This dude lays it down for real. He been in the game doin it big for a minute, there’s nobody close to this man’s experience, talent and influence in the hip hop game. Illest in the Chi RIGHT NOW! They takin over.
Still looking n soundin GREAT!!! See ya at next show.
yo, been knowin blac for years. an official dude, and he droppin the hotness!!! this what we been waitin for. word
Sunny Black da truth in da booth
about time they paying attention dad
keep going blac
nice article
EWR Sonny Blac is that nigga
This is amazing 🙂
sonny blac doing big things. keep up the hard work!!
On the waiting list for your new beats to be released.
Keep that good shit comin Blac
Although not my favorite style of music I was searched listening to some of his songs after this article. Hearing is easy to see that there is an interesting mix in their sound. SONNY BLAC has nice music and I liked the song “Holla at me”.
Congratulations for your work SONNY.
Great artist, talented writer and gives back to his community! Thanks for all you do Sonny Blac
Glad to see local talent getting recognized. I see big things in store for Sonny Blac and the crew. Keep up the hard work!
ONE OF ILL STATES GREATEST THATS FOR SHURE!! HES AN EXCELLENT LYRICIST AND HIS FLOWS COME FROM REAL LIFE EXPERIENCES/LESSONS. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK BLACK AND I KNOW ALL THAT HARD WORK AND DEDICATION WILL HELP YOU CLIMB UP TO THE TOP LIKE YOU DESERVE
Real hip hop lets get it…..
You been doin this since I met you at 17.. loved watchin u put ur all into it. Ur gonna b big love in one form of this industry.. love you dearly. U are a great person n a great artist.
Blac…I knew you had it in ya cuz! Keep representing our town..They don’t know how we do in the Midwest….we get it. Next time you in Indianapolis hit me up and ill come check you out…much Love!!!
I’ve been listening to Sonny Blac since Illstate Inmates mixtape and never stop. Every new mixtape he drops be straight fire and off the meter. Keep doin what you do Blac. A tru representative of Illinois.
keep spitting that audio crack and reppin the hood struggles. You the next one to blow from Illinois!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Chicago aint got nothing but love for Sonny Blac. Blac is the audio heroin and you gonna get addicted!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Yo, Blac is tha loud pack on the bars. Keep spitting that real sh**. We lovin it over here. Congrats on the article too.
Sonny very proud of you,may the Lord keep blessing you..your ais Evey
Sonny blac is my shit….I see you big homie! Keep on the grind and keep up the good work….yous a star 4sho!!!! Ya boy Jayo aka B-Loody!!!!!!
My Nigga Sonny put’n n work out here!!! #Salute
HEY THIS YA BOI CROOK FROM THE CHI MAN , I BEEN SEEING BLAC DO HIS THANG OVER THE YEARS AND I JUST WANNA SAY IT’S BEEN A LONG TIME COMING THE WORLD HAS NO CLUE THAT THE EXPIRIENCE AND SKILL THIS MAN HAS HOPEFULLY THIS YEAR THE WORLD GETS TO KNOW THIS BROTHER ONE OF THE REALEST I KNOW.. WITH THAT BEING SAID SALUTE MY BROTHER… IT’S ALL LOVE.
Big things crackn in aurora! s/o to EWR
nice article
i’m glad someone finally recognized this guy for his hard work
Good Job
i love sonny blac
yo blac lets do a track
BLAC YOU DOING YO THANG…& THE HATTERS LOVING IT & THE FANS LOVING IT…ITS A “WIN WIN”….KEEP DOING YOU THE GAME MISSING THAT REAL MUSIC…CONGRATS!!!! KEEP DAT HEAT COMING!!! $POKE$MAN
Sonny Blac is one of the most inspirational artist I’ve had the please to wrk with and call my fam. He finds a way to reach out to his audience with powerful messages through his lyrics. A true talent!
nice job keep up the good work
Blac is a hard grinder and has put his time in. Strong message to put out and is humble. Looking forward to hearing more music
Go headd melvin dad!! 🙂
keep up the good/ hard work you put into your music!
we in it no question!
Hard Work
Shout out my connect! my nigga black official as far as being well known This music shit aint no joke to guys you out here tryna to influence I respect the grind my nigga
HMD
Hey I can’t wait to hear your next single
I see u bro les get it!!!!
#suckafree psa
Listening to BS!
I love you always and wish you all the best! Get it boo!
My Big Bro has put it down once again. Gotta admit thi is one of the hottest joints out there right now.keep em commin peepz.
Black big ups to my nigga going hard Keepin the movement goin for the ill state
GOOD SHIT CUZ……
SONNY BLAC PUT THE TOWN ON THE MAP…M.C.V.L
MUSIC IS POETIC BIRTH… SONNY BLAC IS A VERY INSPIRING ARTIST WHOM IS WELCOME ANYTIME TO PERFORM LIVE IN A CITY NEAR ME.
Great job. always glad to see another talented artist/producer trying to come up.
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