Liu Rui, aka Stinging Ray, is a Beijing-born artist bridging hip-hop roots with deep reggae culture. He stands out for his sharp lyricism and cinematic storytelling, turning each track into a vivid, lived experience. Co-founder of ChinaMan Yard Records with French producer General Huge, Stinging Ray has been instrumental in shaping China’s reggae scene— connecting local energy with global sound system culture. Since 2018, he has ignited dancefloors across the country, building a loyal following through nearly a hundred events and key collaborations. From dubplates across Europe to headline shows and cultural events, Stinging Ray moves seamlessly between scenes, generations, and continents. His debut album Fantasy & Waitin’ To Cross Caribbean brought together legends like Roots Radics, Sly Dunbar, Dean Fraser, and I-Kong, marking a bold entry onto the international stage. Supported by VP Records, BBC Radio 1Xtra, and featured in RIDDIM Magazine, his music resonates far beyond borders.