Lino Krizz

Origin

São Paulo, SP

Also known as

Lino Crizz

Years Active

1987

Genres

rap, hip hop, soul, r&b

Instruments

voz

Biography

Cristiano Natalino, artistically known as Lino Krizz (and formerly Lino Crizz), was born in São Paulo on July 3, 1974. He began his professional artistic career in 1987, at just 13 years of age, by forming the duo Os Metralhas alongside his brother. He achieved national recognition by participating in the album O Som das Ruas, considered one of the initial milestones of Brazilian rap, with the hit "RAP da Abolição", an achievement that earned him a gold record. Throughout his career, he established himself as a singer, songwriter, music producer, and actor, collaborating with various exponents of national music such as Ed Motta, Mano Brown, and Sandra de Sá.

In addition to his pioneering work in rap, Lino Krizz was part of important musical projects and bands over the years. He was a member and founder of the rap group Motirô, alongside DJ Hum and C4bal, achieving great prominence on dance floors and radio stations in Brazil with the hit "Senhorita", a track that earned the group a nomination for the Multishow Award for breakthrough artist in 2005. Between 2007 and 2009, he also joined the band Urban Totem, further expanding his artistic versatility.

His contribution to Brazilian music extends to partnerships with renowned names from different genres, moving between rap, soul, and national pop. Names like Seu Jorge, Jota Quest, Nando Reis, Jorge Ben Jor, Paula Lima, and O Rappa appear on his extensive list of collaborations and recordings. Lino Krizz remains an influential figure in the Brazilian urban scene, recognized both for his original work and for his ability to add value to productions of great artistic relevance.

Discography

• Um, Dois, Três...Som (2002)
• Um Passo à Frente (2006)
• Divisor Of Waters - Dubs One (2009)
• Consumer Fire - Dubs Two (2016)
• Consumer Fire (2018)
• Super Funky Chart (2019)