CHIEF GUZU IGRADE aka IYAGRADE, is a multitalented artist, songwriter, poet, producer, photographer, videographer, and designer. His moniker, The Sweetest Strain, describes his unique harmonic delivery of lyrical content which is reflected in his music. IYAGRADE intends to grace the urban entertainment industry with true representation of self upliftment through creativity. I – extending upwards; GRADE – class, quality or rank describes his professional approach while bringing forth great, fun energetic entertainment. The artist’s name, IYAGRADE, is a powerful and highly spiritual depiction of his connection to his ancestral roots, culture which is reflected in his music. In 1994, IYAGRADE, moved to Toronto, Canada and continued to perform which lead to him gaining interest in music production and video production. Incorporating his new found skills and resources, IYAGRADE was in negotiation to sign a lucrative distribution deal with Universal Canada. This inspiring motivation lead him to starting his own independent company, called IYAGRADE MUSIC & ENT.