J.Diggs, a native of Oakland/Vallejo, California Bay Area, is no stranger to the Hip-Hop frontline . His talent was first discovered and enjoyed by thousands at the young age of 15 when he set himself out among the best in the Bay to win his first competition with 106.1 KMEL Radio Station. He further claimed his rank as the best by receiving the Bay Area Music Award (BAMA) in 1986. The smooth, articulate, feisty, and confident artist is at home on stage and in front of the cameras. His charisma recently captured the audience of Black Entertainment Television (BET) which landed him an interview and one hour segment on the popular talk show OH Drama. Diggs shares his passion for the Rap Culture, and now, after doing 10 years of Federal time for conspiracy to commit bank robbery, he'ss back on the scene and ready to make it happen in a big way. Bringing more than just passion with him, Diggs pours out lyrics about being a number in the system, and what is like to be home again. Coincidentally, the release date for Diggs highly anticipated album Both Sides of the Gate, coincides with the exact date of his arrest 11 years ago. Diggs himself, was stunned by the release date , which he now claims as a Rebirth . Diggs album includes Bay Area Artists E-40, Yukmouth, Mac Dre, B-Legit, Mac Mall, PSD, Suga-T, Lenny Williams, and more. Diggs can also be heard on compilation; The Rompilation 3, Mac Dre's, Mac Dammit Man and Mac Malls newly released Mac n Speaks Louder than Words. While Diggs hold his own, and has an undisputable style, he has often been compared to the likes of Scarface and DMX. Diggs is definitely a new Bay Area artist to keep your eyes on!