The full album "Spirituali."  

Available at:

http://www.dahhmlife.bandcamp.com

Kermit McDermott (Interlude)

I Survive (Instrumental)

All Lyrics Written and Recorded by Dahhm Life 
(D. Ruiz - BMI - Real Renaissance Recordings)
All Beats Produced by Ph8
Mixed and Mastered by Per C Wells for WFM
Cover Art by Patrick "Cloud Face" Burnham
Graphic Design by James Swagerty

"Phoenix Lion features Dahhm Life as the sole lyricist in a social and introspective narrative served on the pulsating bass lines, classic drums, and addictive melodies created by Ph8. The project keeps it moving with 8 original anthems that take you from classic Hip Hop to personal tragedy and a fresh outlook on the finer details in life. The songs are heavily driven by Dahhm Life's fearlessness and ability to illustrate the world through his organic perspective. The essence of The Phoenix Lion is finding the inner strength to rise from catastrophic and life changing events with new hope and power."

New Zodiac (Phoenix Lion)

We Move Ft Miles Bonny

59859

Miles Ft Nx Warr

Tyrant Speak

On Your Heart

Liar

Zoned And Locked

Kicks ft. Dunce and Dan K - Produced by Quwali

Beat by Dahhm Life

Sleep appears courtesy of Strange Famous Records.

Ask For The Truth - Ft. Akword Actwrite and Sleep of Oldominion

Inspired by the 99% movement, and people who were willing to be arrested to stand up for what they believe in.  They earned handcuffs to stand up for us.  To me the arrest is a badge of honor.  We sought to turn the negative context of being arrested back on itself, and portray it as something positive.  

Get Your Handcuffs Ft. Def-I

Unreleased - But needs releasing.  

Written for the "Oki Smash" tribute album.

WE MISS YOU OKI!!

Beat by Dahhm Life.

Oki Smash - Xevache, Flux 451, Essex, Def-I, Nick Fury, Jungle One

Calm Controller

“How are you going to change the world?” —Dahhm Life, “Spirituali”

Most people don’t have the tenacity to take steps towards changing the world, but Dominic Ruiz isn’t most people. In his music, there’s an underlying theme that screams “make a difference” and he’s doing just that. 
“My music will always be honest,” Ruiz says. “I'm a real person.  I'm not perfect, but I do have something to say. I'm not afraid to create songs other emcees might be afraid to make. I'll always make songs that reflect my personal struggles and successes. The world is not an easy place to live at times, but we all have the power to change what's wrong. We also deserve to celebrate what's right.”
The Albuquerque, New Mexico native has been making underground hip-hop for the past several years under the moniker “Dahhm Life.” When he was a young child, Ruiz gravitated towards the music of A Tribe Called Quest, Ice Cube, The Roots, De La Soul, and Gang Starr. It helped shape his personal musical style and gave him the courage to pursue the craft. 
“I love that Hip-Hop is inclusive,” he says. “The culture and the history are easy to identify with for me. It's like a metaphor for my childhood.”
After many years of jumping from project to project, Ruiz joined hip-hop band Zoology as an emcee and drummer in 2008. The group quickly garnered a significant local fan base and became synonymous with high-energy, polished performances. Sharing the stage with artists like Souls of Mischief, Blackalicious and Talib Kweli kept opening doors for Ruiz. 
2011’s Play With Your (Knowledge Of) Self [Skull Control Records] was the first actual attempt at a solo album. Zoology’s Krush Love was released on Skull Control/Jivin Music that same year. However, bubbling beneath the surface, he craved his own creative outlet, one that was his and his alone. Ruiz released Spirituali in 2013 under his own imprint, Real Renaissance Recordings. He wrote and produced most of the songs while expecting his first child, an event that really made him slow down, knowing every decision he made could affect the life of his family. 
“I never actually had a plan before,” he says. “Now I have it mapped out. I have to take my plans with music as far as I can to show my kids they can do the same.”
With guest spots from Qwazaar of Typical Cats, fellow Albuquerque artists Wake Self and Def-I, and Sleep of Oldominion, Spirituali demands a listen. Ruiz bobs and weaves his way through each verse with Muhammad Ali-like precision. On standout tracks like “Life Is” and “Above,” his brilliant social commentary and intense introspection radiates messages of positivity and resilience. 
“Life hasn't been easy for me,” he says. “Everyone should know there are people out there who relate to all aspects of their story.”

If the future of Hip-Hop sounds like this, welcome Dahhm Life with open arms.


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