Jay Ross , formally known as Baby J, is an independent Canadian hip hop artist . Ross is a dynamic performer who has captivated Canadian audiences from coast to coast for the last two decades. He's opened for such acts as, Busta Rhymes, Phife Dawg, Naughty by Nature, 2 Live Crew, Tone Loc, Vanilla Ice, Public Enemy, Run-DMC, Omi, Pharside, The Game and more. Jay Ross career began in the 90s as a part of Noel O and the O Crew performing in TV Commercials, The Calgary Stampede, Miss Canada, Miss Teen Canada, and, a first of its kind, high school tour. Ross went on to carve out his own place in the Canadian music scene. Jay Ross has been responsible for mentoring and developing artists and producers such as the likes of Canadian Producer Illangelo, best known for his work with The Weekend, Drake, Kanye West, Wiz Khalifa, Lady Gaga, Mariah Carey. Recently Ross was featured in local and National news stories https://www.ami.ca/category/rhythms/media/jay-ross focusing on his musical work as a song writer / performer and his community outreach programs, such as Rap 4 Reason and his recent loss of sight. Jay Ross is a Juno nominated writer for his work on the 1996 album “blind folded and ready” by the Earth Tones the single “Bridge of Love” nominated for best R&B/Soul recording.