Artist description Tomas is not only a recording and performing artist, but also an actor, director, poet, playwright, producer, remix-producer, choreographer and the president and founder of Tomasian Ent!, an internet based entertainment company which is composed of an e-record label, an e-book publishing company, and a NY/NJ based events production company.

Music Style Urban Dance Music

Musical Influences Prince, Jimmy Jam/Terry Lewis, Ani Di Franco, Nina Simone, Tracey Chapman, Suzanne Vega, Shep Pettibone, Hex Hector, Masters at Work

Artist History Tomas released his first cassette, "Welcome to My Groove", in July of 1994. He toured in 1994 and 1995 promoting this effort and his 1995 sophomore effort, "2mygroove2". He was loved by his new found fans and was hailed as the being next Prince - something the artist saw as being a very high compliment. His brand of - socially conscious dance music - has been reviewed by people such as Wil Grega of the All Music Guide who raves that Tomas, "Tasty, supple grooves abound thanks to a mastery of keyboards and drum machines".In 1997, he released, "Damn!" and then in 1999 released, "Walk Before You Crawl", a 5 song EP. He toured to support this project and again was well received.2001 marks a new era for Tomas. Now with the backing of his own internet based entertainment company, Tomasian Ent!, Tomas prepares to promote and tour with his fifth release, a CD entitled, "getUP!".

Group Members Tomas writes, composes, produces and performs all music and voices, except where noted.

Instruments All instruments and voices: Tomas

Albums Welcome To My Groove - 1994, 2mygroove2 - 1995, Damn! - 1997, Walk Before You Crawl - 1997, getUP! - 2001

Press Reviews "Welcome To My Groove", An amazing set of songs with a meaningful difference. Tomas deals with issues of importance to the gay community in the context of the traditionally homophobic, hypermacho rap genre. Tasty, supple grooves abound thanks to a mastery of keyboards and drum machines. The Bronx, New York artist also possesses a decidedly feminist perspective that women will appreciate. Songs include "Alfubet Sup," "Love Is the Vibe," and "Jeremiah's Journey." — Will Grega (allmusic.com)

Location Jersey City, NJ - USA

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