Rantz Davis

Rarely does lighting strike the same place twice. But in the case of New Orleans soul crooner Rantz, that's exactly what happened. Lightning struck once in the New Orleans neighborhood of Hollygrove and gave the world Lil Wayne.

Now fifteen years later from that same Hollygrove block, New Orleans has given birth to Rantz aka The Playboy Of R&B. With a smooth, angelic voice, Rantz makes songs for the women.



You're known as a New Orleans soul crooner, as well as The Playboy Of R&B. Did you label yourself these names, or were they given to you?



The title was actually given to me at a young age. In high school I was always known as a popular ladies man and everyone knew that I could sing. So one day while I was hanging in the hallway before class, one of my friends jokingly called me The Playboy Of R&B. From then on, the title just stuck with me and over the years I've begun to embrace. I actually think it's catchy [laughs].



New Orleans is home to many successful artists in the music industry. It has given birth to successors like Britney Spears and Lil Wayne, just to name a few. Now added to the list is, Rantz. How successful will you become in the biz?



I hope to be just as successful as they are or even better. Both of these artists are extremely hard working individuals and have become major icons in their respective genres. I really look up to them being that they come from the same location as I do.



From the same Hollygrove block comes Rantz, just as Lil Wayne. It's stated in your bio that what Lil Wayne is to Hip-Hop, you will be to R&B. Tell us why do you feel in comparison to Lil Weezy, and how proud are you to share the same block with him?



Well first and foremost we are from the same city, neighborhood, and region. Most importantly, Lil Wayne came to hip hop at a time when it was dying and records were not selling. Hip hop was looking for a young superstar artist to revive it, which was him. I feel like I have that same calling with R&B. My goal is to bring real R&B back and make it sell again.



Your voice is smooth and angelic. You make music especially for the ladies. Why just the ladies? Do you not want male fans?



Of course I want male fans but my goal is to capture the hearts of the ladies. I know that wherever the ladies go men will follow. Therefore in the end I will have both female and male fans.



After a relocation due to hurricane Gustav, your visit to Atlanta received an unexpected surprise upon an introduction to CEO of Extreme Entertainment where you later had a live session and got signed as their premier R&B artist. How excited are you to be signed, and do you at times thank Gustav? [Laughs]



Extreme Entertainment is a very successful and hard working company. I'm very excited and grateful that they even considered and let alone signed me. This company is definitely helping to take my career to the next level. I'm firm believer that everything happens for a reason, and at times I do thank Gustav [laughs] for making way for this opportunity.



Let's now talk on your new smash hit single, That Girl Right There. Are you at all surprised that it would be so received?



No not really [laughs]. We worked really hard on the song and once it was completed we knew that it was a hit. It was just one of those songs that I really felt good about leaving out the studio with. I am excited to see that everyone seems to agree.



You have over one-hundred songs recorded. Wow, that's a lot! Are they archived, or have they been released?



Most of them are archived. I love being in the studio so I record as much as possible which is why I have so many songs. I will probably begin to release more of these songs in the future.



What's the benefits(s) of being a signed, solo recording artist, unlike groups?



Being a solo artist is beneficial because I do not have to worry about depending on others and dealing with different personalities. I also have more control of my career and the types of songs I do. I've had many offers over the years to join various groups, but I definitely feel as though I made the best decision to stay a solo act.



You've won countless talent shows in the New Orleans area. Did this help towards you getting noticed, and eventually signed?



Of course. I have performed in some of the most popular talent shows in the city. Therefore over time I have gained a lot of recognition around the city. It also gave me a lot of on stage experience.



It's clever to create a catchy stage name. What inspired the name, Rantz?



[Laughs] Believe it or not Rantz is actually my real name. My mother wanted to give me a name that was spelled in a unique way. So instead of spelling it Rance she decided to spell it Rantz.



Who's your mentor in the music industry? Who's career do you wish to duplicate?



I would have to say R. Kelly. He is the King Of R&B. He dominated R&B for almost 15 years straight, and never sold less than a million records per album.



Aside from R&B, do you rhyme? Like Lil Wayne, would you rap on a track, or two if the opportunity came?



No I do not rhyme or rap. However if the opportunity presented itself, I wouldn't mind giving it a try [laughs]. I think it would be fun.



Your look resembles an actor's profile. Would you also consider pursuing acting?



Yes I definitely would. I believe acting is another way to become a household brand name. If you are successful at it, you can truly be considered a superstar.



Are you currently working on an album? What's next for The R&B Playboy?



Yes I'm working on an album called The Playboys Mansion. The release date has not yet been confirmed but its coming soon. Be on the look out because I definitely have amazing music to share with the world. As for what's next, I have a lot of performances coming up. Hopefully I will be in a city near you soon.



If we could we would ask you to sing a hook for us just so we could hear that smooth angelic voice. Yo! Raps supports. Continued success to you, Rantz!



- By Inga "International" Newson - Yo! Raps Magazine

Calling all ladies: It’s time to board the Love Train. Rantz, the self-proclaimed “New Orleans King of R&B,” is ready to put New Orleans on the R&B map with his album Love Train 2.0. This album seeks to solidify the crooner among the Crescent City’s elite soul singers. His single Hey dominated the airwaves in 2009 and catapulted him onto the music scene.


A former student of New Orleans Center of Creative Arts (NOCCA) and alumnus of St. Augustine’s Marching 100, Rantz honed his vocals and musicianship at an early age. Now a seasoned professional, he’s opened for artists like fellow New Orleans R&B singer Lloyd and Grammy Award-winner Monica.


More than 3,000 FaceBook friends, nearly 2,000 Twitter followers, and thousands of views on YouTube, Rantz is garnering popularity via social media outlets. Influenced by the likes of Marvin Gaye and R. Kelly, he specializes in pleasing his female-dominated fan base. Songs like Sexy Girl, featuring New Orleans heavy weight 5th Ward Weebie, and That Girl Right There are club-friendly ladies anthems, while Strip and Adlibs serve as seductive bedroom ballads.

RANTZ‘s instant local fame, organic fan base, and incredible new music has gotten the attention of various powerhouse labels ranging from Universal to Hollywood Records. With a smooth, sultry voice, feel good lyrics, and undeniable swagger, RANTZ DAVIS is definitely the entire male R&B package, destined to generate millions in sales and brand merchandise.

By popular demand, Love Train 2.0 will be released Today at Best Buy stores throughout Louisiana. - Shive Magazine

Label, DJ’s, and PD’s beware:



Rantz is HERE!



Google his name and step back!



The name Rantz is on the lips off everyone in the industry!

His debut album “Love Train” is flawless!

His single’s “Girl Right There” and “Hey”

are New Orleans classics! - Shive Magazine