Tonix
Haitian Dancehall Reggae with a splash of Hip Hop and the flavors of New York City.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
TONIX
THE REGGAEGROPHY:
With the emergence of Dancehall Reggae as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry today, one group stands at the threshold of this phenomenon, TONIX.
TONIX is rapidly becoming a favorite of both underground
Hip Hop and Dancehall DJs for their impressive production and melodic flow. Gearing their music towards the club scene has provided TONIX with a well needed and loyal fan base. Their hard edge approach and visual presence on stage provides the audience with a deserving display of liveliness. TONIX consists of GENERAL, WONDER and BURGLA, two deejays (MCs) and a Sound Selector (DJ) a combination that is both simple and effective. Formed in the summer of 2000 they would soon begin to release 12 vinyl singles on independent label Cold River Records. In 2001 the trio saw the release of 3 (12) vinyl singles, starting with the winter release of Give Dem Something a blend of fast style rap and boastful lyrics. 6 months later the release of the two track 12 single Do What You Like a Dancehall party tune and the Hip Hop/Reggae thriller Shockin. Keeping true to their street credentials, 2002 saw the release of the (limited) 12 Dub Plate They Should Know made exclusively for Dancehall Sound Systems in Jamaica, London and New York City. Delivering the goods as promised is the self-titled TONIX, an 8 track (EP) of edgy, creative and soulful Dancehall Reggae tunes for a worldwide audience. With a matchless work ethic and professionalism TONIX is well on the way to making their mark on the music scene.
Give em room!!
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Yes, mainly regional: East Coast, New York City.
Your musical influences
Bob Marley & The Wailers, Shaggy, Sean Paul, Bounty Killer, Beenie Man
What equipment do you use?
Sound Selector (DJ) & 2 Microphones
Anything else?
Haitian crew in the Dancehall representing the Reggae culture with Honor & Respect. Seen....
