Banzi
June 18, 1981 Onta Thomas was given life and a strong urge to create music. Flint, MI was the birthplace, where the music scene is but a dim light, but the natural talent Banzi took on the challenge at the young age of eight years old. The will to create poetry and music was always in his heart; especially after LL Cool J was heard. Nas, B.I.G., Tupac, Rakim and Jay-Z also became his favorites too. Banzis mother was against rap for him, but realized her son had a gift. By 14, Banzi touched an authentic recording studio. His relatives, Fflame at the time were signed to a label, Robbins Entertainment. The label was looking for rap acts, but didnt control Fflames situation correctly. They eventually left the label and young Banzi?s light was once again dim. Banzi collaborated with fellow rappers in the neighborhood, 1000 Bars, Apollo and Mass Money formed a group called Bred Thoro. They eventually created their own record label called Family Over Riches Entertainment and never looked back. Banzi pursued his dream with a bullet. He recorded non-stop throughout high school, so by 17-18 he was beyond ready. He had family and Bred Thoro helping him so the support was there. Shows were booked in Florida, Indiana, Illinois, Georgia, New York, Kentucky and of course Michigan. Every where he performed the loved him. Banzi has opened up for artist such as Fabolus, Lox, Juvenile, Too Short, D-12, Purple Gang, BMF, Ludacris, Dayton Family, Clipse, T.I. and others. Also, Banzi has been on many mixtapes in ATL, NY and MI; he also had done his own mixtapes, which sell underground heavily. Dope Boy records is currently in the movement with Banzi. Banzi: The poet, mc, entertainer and artist is now better than before and still growing. Currently looking for a major label to support his success. Banzi the BadGuy is a product of experience and learning from it. Banzi is ready for the industry and its challenges.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Family Over Riches Mix tapes, Shows, Concerts,Battles,Solo Project near completion and possibly indepently released(still undecided, looking for a distribution deal.)Appearances on other artists cds.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Live shows any and everywhere
Your musical influences
Anybody who makes real music that u can feel and relate to.
2Pac, The Notorious B.I.G., LL Cool J, Jay-Z, Eminem, 50 Cent, yeah and anybody hustlin and gettin it!/
What equipment do you use?
Professional.
Anything else?
"STAY FOCUSED, GET MONEY AND STAY WEALTHY"
