Julio G

Julio G
Julio G in 2003
Born
Julio Gonzalez

Lynwood, California
Occupation(s)Radio presenter, Disc jockey
Known forPresenting shows on KDAY, and performing on records by Def Jef, touring with Cypress Hill and presenting the fictional Radio Los Santos in the 2004 video game Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas

Julio Gonzalez better known as Julio G (born 1969 in Lynwood, California) is an American radio DJ, musician and actor known for his influence on the West Coast Hip Hop scene, particularly on KDAY.[1][2]

He was featured on Def Jef's 1989 debut album Just a Poet with Soul,[3] as well as the 1990 Kid Frost album Hispanic Causing Panic.[4]

He made his acting debut in the 2001 film, The Wash.[5] From 2004 - 2014, Gonzalez was a touring DJ with Cypress Hill.[6]

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  2. ^ "The Lasting Impact of L.A.'s "Most Dangerous Radio Station"". rockthebells.com. Retrieved 2024-03-23.
  3. ^ Just a Poet with Soul - Def Jef | Album | AllMusic, retrieved 2024-03-23
  4. ^ "Hispanic Causing Panic Discogs". Discogs. March 23, 2024.
  5. ^ Pooh, D. J. (2001-11-14), The Wash (Comedy), Dr Dre, Snoop Dogg, Anthony Albano, Lionsgate Films, Lithium Entertainment Group, retrieved 2024-03-23
  6. ^ "Sen Dog, Eric Bobo, B-Real and DJ Julio G of Cypress Hill backstage..." Getty Images. 2012-11-29. Retrieved 2024-03-23.