Toronto Urban Music Festival 2009

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Friday, January 29
Hip Hop Notables 2010
Lula Lounge, 1585 Dundas St. W. (Doors at 9:30 p.m.)

This showcase will provide a glimpse into the future, featuring Canadian artists with the potential for international success. Featuring Tona, Rich Kidd, The Get By (Justis Mantis), KJ (88 Days of Fortune Collective), Rayhaan, DJ Ariel. Hosted by 4th Pyramid.

Admission: $6 before 10:00 p.m., $10 after 11:00 p.m. (at the door)

Hailing from Ghana Africa, Kwame Nantwi's name, "Tona", was given to him because of his distinctive tone of voice, which he uses not only to project his rhymes, but also a unique style that transcends the typical boundaries of the Hip hop genre. Tona has been a true master of ceremony since the age of 9. By age 11, he was a member of an ambitious rap group, Young N.A.P.P.S. (Young Native Africans Pleasing People Spontaneously). It was clear, even as a young teenager, that Tona was meant to shine. Tona continues to play shows internationally, and make a credible contribution to the scene. His entrepreneurial spirit, sharp-witted, and metaphorical rhymes make him one of the best players on the rise in the game of hip hop.

www.bigtona.com

See Tona at Urban Music Week 2010