6BLOCC

6BLOCC, born Rafael Alvarado, is a pioneering force in the North American bass music scene, renowned for his versatility, prolific output, and transformative production skills. Hailing from Los Angeles, California, 6BLOCC began his career as DJ RAW in the late 1980s, making waves in the West Coast jungle, drum & bass, and rave communities with his dynamic DJ sets and boundary-pushing mixtapes. His sound evolved with the rising waves of dubstep, juke, hip hop, ragga, and trap, leading him to reinvent himself as 6BLOCC in the mid-2000s.

Under this moniker, 6BLOCC has released hundreds of original tracks, remixes, and edits on influential labels like Digital 6, Moonshine, Alpha Pup, Lo Dubs, and Subatomic Sound, earning international acclaim for his innovative blend of heavy bass, reggae influences, and futuristic beats. He has collaborated with renowned artists such as R.A.W., Babylon System, Roommate, and Dubstep SF, performed at legendary events and festivals across the globe, and become a staple of the Nohtus, Respect, and Low End Theory parties in Los Angeles. Known for transforming classic reggae, soul, and hip hop tracks into massive dancefloor weapons, 6BLOCC remains a tireless creative force and a vital link between generations of electronic music culture—always on the cutting edge, yet rooted in the deep history of the underground.