Artist description Tonedeff is best described as a hip-hop purist obsessed with musical alchemy to create a new aesthetic. Always seemingly five steps ahead of the game, Tonedeff's music has always been about innvovation. Writing since the age of 9, and learning studio recording by age 12, Tone is stylistically versatile to a high degree. Definitely The underground artist to watch in '02 and beyond. ©2002 QN5 Music

Music Style Hip-Hop

Musical Influences Common, Tori Amos, DJ Shadow, Portishead, Tribe Called Quest, Radiohead

Similar Artists An amalgamation of the illest MCs the world over.

Artist History Performing in and around NYC's esteemed underground scene, Tone has gained notoriety as one of the most promising MCs to emerge in years. Furious polysyllabic delivery paired with incredibly intricate lyricism with an ear toward catchy songwriting and production have set him apart from his peers. Winning the Braggin Rites & Hookt.com Cyberclash MC Battles in 2000, appearing on mixtapes from Eddie Ill & DL, Stronghold, DJ Blowout, and spots on radio show's like WKCR's "CM Fam-a-Lam Show" with Bobbito & Lord Sear have helped to solidify his rise of notoriety and street cred. A brief stint with Yosumi Records (Game Over 1 &2), saw the release of his enchanced EP, "Hyphen", and appearances on "Game Over 2" & Domingo's 'Para Mi Gente...'. Recent guest spots on KRS-ONE's "Clear Em Out" from "The Difference Vol.1"(Official Joints), and Masta Ace's "Disposable Arts" (JCOR), and DJ JS-1's "Arrogant" (f/ PackFM, Substantial & Rise) has created much anticipation for his debut LP, "Archetype" (summer 2002).

Group Members tonedeff

Albums The Monotone Ep (now available), Hyphen EP (2001), Archetype (summer 2002)

Press Reviews http://www.tonedeff.com/html/td_f_reviews.htm

Additional Info T-SHIRTS: http://www.cafepress.com/qn5

Location Queens, NY - USA

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