Artist description Mostel is a producer / rapper hailing from Central California, known for his adrenaline-driven version of traditional West Coast rap. Though his style consists mostly of battle rhymes, Mostel also uses his personal issues to reach out to other crowds, whether it's going through a cancelled engagement in "Breakup Breakdown" or the self-destructive voices he hears as he sniffs up rails of crank in "My Worst Enemy." He has been regarded by many as one of the most lyrically proficient rappers from the Monterey Bay, as well as a gifted beatsmith.

Music Style 110% Hardcore Hip Hop

Musical Influences A wide variety of rappers have provided inspiration, from Kurupt to Chino XL, from Tupac to Brotha Lynch Hung, from B-Real to Redman.

Similar Artists No other artist has a sound quite as intricate, troubled, and furiously agressive as Mostel.

Artist History First started to rap at age 6, then got serious about it at 11. Then started producing and recording tapes at age 14. Finished first album at 18. Secured first record deal and started own production imprint at 19. Now pursuing a degree in Recording Arts at age 20.

Group Members Mostel, a.k.a. Young Lanzki, a.k.a. N.T. Kryst

Albums Madman With A Microphone, Blazed & Confused, Mr. Mosteezy, Illusive

Press Reviews "This man can rock the mic!"-Jeremy Connor, JC Productions "Mostel laced up some classical funk..." - Syntax, Syntax Fried Music "...straight-up CRAZY..." - Mike Dean, CEO, Dean's List Enterprises "...A great artist..." - Tanya Herron, artist, Dean's List Enterprises "...Pretty dope.... real catchy." - Flawless, Artist/CEO, Street Life Records "...Definitely has the rappin skillz...original and sometimes even funny..." Baby Nicky, Velvet Music Reviews

Additional Info To sum it all up, Mostel is a West Coast battlerhymer that also knows how to get introspective as well. His beats mostly blend the Classic West Coast sound with a bit of Dirty South, and they all remain Sample-Free....If this is your forte of hip-hop, then you have found the right MC to listen to.

Location MontereyBay, California - USA

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