Wan is the next Super producer, rapper to explode on the music scene. Hailing from Portsmouth Virginia, Missy Elliot's hometown, Wan has begun to make a name for himself with his cutting edge style of production and lyricism.
Wan has an impressive stage presence and has opened up for a varitable list of "who's who" in the hip hop world. That list consists of: Wu Tang Clan, Total, Missy Elliot, Mos Def and The Roots. He has also ripped up the club and open mic scene from New Yoek to VA!
Wan, among other things, is the co-founder of "Sunken Treasures Entertainment" and "Audio Krak Productions" with Mic Duela.
Formerly known as "Wantan", a variation of the word "wanton" which means: "total lack of regard", Wan is short for Wantan which describes someone who is "ill" or "sick"!
Yes, opened up for Wu-Tang in Portsmouth, VA. Missy in Hampton, VA. Total in Hampton,VA. Mos Def in Brooklyn NY. The Roots in Brooklyn NY.
My musical influinces include: Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Steely Dan, Peabo Bryson, Jay Z, The Notorious B.I.G., M.F. Doom.
Pro Tools, Mpc 3000XL, Mo Phatt sound module, Frooty Loops.
If you hip hop heads wanna hear some no-frills music, this is the place to hear it. This ain't no pop your collar, wear your chain and ride on rims type of music. This is hip hop in its purest form, staight from my hood to your hood!!!