Hip Hop
Music Artist
California, USA
Current Score: ★★☆☆☆ ☆☆
Biography:
My name is Gregory Ellis (a.k.a Nico) and I was born in Woodbridge VA, only born there, and was moved from along the east coast till I was about 20. Such places included; Brooklyn NY, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia. I then enlisted in the Army and was stationed in Germany for about 7 years. Traveled abroad for a bit and traveled to various parts around the globe. Honorably Discharged from the military and came out to the states about a year ago due to the pandemic. (I was locked down in the Philippines for 2 months till I was able to get a flight home). Worked a couple of jobs and decided to start doing music and felt a surefire passion in what I was making. Released a single and music video for "Pls Ex Me", available on all platforms, in Feb 2021. Decided to continue and drop an EP, Vibe w/LoFi, in Aug 2021. I now live in Florida with my cousin, Kadeem, who is also an artist aspiring to own his own label in the future, Family 1st.
Career Goals | Objectives:
To generate a family of fans and recognition for my art and build a team I can rely on
Music Education | Training | Qualifications:
No form of musical education. Everything was self-taught
Musical Instruments | Studio Equipment:
My home studio consist of a laptop, mic, receiver and speakers that we use to create a layout catalog. It's used as an reference for when we create the final project in the studio. I really can't live without a way to consistently create wherever I am.
Influences | Sounds Like:
Not to sound egotistical, but I feel like my music resonates with artist such as, Kendrick Lamar, J Cole, Dom Kennedy and Wiz Khalifa. They are artist whom I grab inspiration from and I feel like I portray that in my style. I also respect artist such as 6lack, and Chance the rapper/ Childish Gambino, for giving me a more melodic feature in the process.
Live Performance History | Residencies | Touring Experience:
Recently had my 1st performance in Miami, FL on October 1st, 2021.
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