William Russ, born and raised in Haida Gwaii, the middle of nowhere. An island that forces the creativity out of anybody who enters its mystical boundaries. Or spits them out if it so chooses. For years William tried to run away from this place, to find somewhere new, but he kept being pulled back for one reason or another. Now with roots fully set in place William has transformed himself into something he never could have imagined. He dreamed of being this his entire life. An MC. A Hip-Hop Producer. A Performer, and after years of building his MC and production skills he finds himself back in the Hip-Hop scene and making the scene on Haida Gwaii bigger, and more noticeable to the rest of the world.

William "Tycoon" Russ is now collaborating with artists from around the globe; Japan, Portland Oregon, Ontario, and many more to come. He is an excellent producer. An excellent MC. And a true warrior for the culture of Hip-Hop. Inspired by the greats and by those in the underground alike there is nothing about the culture of Hip-Hop that Tycoon doesn't find inspiration from. Back from a recent years long hiatus he is now better than ever. More mature, has more wisdom to share, and funk to provide for all of those who love this incredible culture of Hip-Hop.

Currently William has become a Mastering Engineer through the Mastering.com 9 week university level program and is growing into something else entirely. He is now inspired to work with others on their music to make it professional and award worthy. He’ll also mix your tracks and provide original beats for Hip-Hop and R&B artists alike. Feel free to reach out and get the quality sound you have been dreaming of for your music.

Book a session with expert engineer William “Tycoon” Russ to receive fast, personalized, and professional audio solutions tailored specifically to your unique sound and style.