Oryn the Rebel facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Oryn the Rebel
Background information
Origin	Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop
Occupation(s)	Rapper, record producer, screenwriter
Years active	2007-Present
Labels	United Front Company

Mahmood Abdul-Ghafur, known as Oryn the Rebel, is an American rapper. He is from Boston, Massachusetts. Oryn often works with famous artists and new talents from around the world.

He also helped start Project Hybrid. This is a music group that mixes different styles of music. Oryn the Rebel has been featured on "Underground Heat" mixtapes. These mixtapes were hosted by New York DJ Grandmaster Caz.

Oryn the Rebel used to be called Oryn. Another rapper, Leo the Godless, gave him the name "the Rebel."

Oryn's Early Life

Oryn the Rebel grew up in a Muslim family. His family members are known for being activists and philanthropists. Activists work to make positive changes in the world. Philanthropists give money and time to help others.

His sister, Saleemah Abdul-Ghafur, is an author. Her book is called Living Islam Out Loud: American Muslim Women Speak. In 2006, she was chosen for a special meeting. It was called the Muslim Leaders of Tomorrow retreat. This event was held by the World Economic Forum in Copenhagen, Denmark. Saleemah is still a strong activist. She works to fight against deaths caused by malaria.

United Front Company

The United Front Company is a group of creative people. It includes musicians and other artists. It is made of many small, independent companies. They all come together to form a bigger platform called The Artist Jumpoff.

Members of the United Front Company help each other. They promote their art and earn money from it. They share their talents, skills, fans, and knowledge. The main idea at the United Front Company is to have no contracts. This way, the focus stays on the art itself, not just the business side.

Underground Heat Mixtapes

The Underground Heat Vol 1 is a series of mixtapes. These mixtapes bring together underground rappers from all over the country. Two of Oryn's songs were on this mixtape. Songs by other artists like Freeway and Shock G were also included. Grandmaster Caz mixed and hosted this collaboration.