Issa Ali

Issa Ali (Real Name Issa Walker) is a Hip Hop Artist/ Producer/ Songwriter born in Dayton Ohio. He has toured with and collaborated with Dave Chappelle and has been featured on the iconic Sway In The Morning Show twice. Issa Ali has also collaborated with hip hop legends such as Talib Kweli, Kardinal Offishall, Hi-Tek, Cappadonna, Tiffany Gouche' Jessica Care Moore and more. Issa performed at 'Gem City Shine,' a massive block party hosted by word renowned comedian Dave Chappelle. Issa was an opening act for Stevie Wonder. He impressed legendary Detroit MC 'Royce Da 59' the very first time he was on Sway In The Morning. He and Brooklyn MC Talib Kweli- who is known most for his work with Mos Def (now Yasin Bey), collaborated on Issa Ali's self- produced single 'Overtime.' It is also noteworthy that Issa Ali has performed at 3 Dave Chappelle Juke Joints alongside Fred Yonnet and "The Band With No Name" (Stevie Wonder's Band) in Chicago, Toronto, and Yellow Springs Ohio. Issa also caught the attention of Dayton Funk Legend Steve Arrington (Lead Singer of Legendary funk group 'Slave.' Steve Arrington gave Issa a shout out during a radio interview on WYSO when he was asked about new artist who stood out to him in the Dayton Area. Issa Ali, known for his eclectic style, diverse beat's, and slick but assertive flow, appeals to the masses. Issa also toured prisons & performed for inmates with the purpose of uplifting & inspiring them.