Erique Dial, known professionally as Raze, is an American musician, producer, and DJ celebrated for co-producing the 1988 house classic "Break 4 Love." Born in Washington, D.C., in 1958, Dial's early exposure to jazz, funk, and soul music shaped his versatile style. A multi-instrumentalist and songwriter, he has collaborated with artists like Vaughan Mason and Gil Scott-Heron, contributing to the evolution of house music. Dial continues to perform internationally, bringing his dynamic energy to audiences worldwide. ([ra.co](https://ra.co/dj/razeusa/biography?utm_source=openai))