ICEBLOC is the hottest Hip-Hop tag team to explode onto the music scene in recent years. Their music is made up of fresh & unique lyrics, energetic beats, and powerful hooks. Influenced and motivated by new and upcoming talent along with their admiration for the pioneers in the game, it is the perfect time to showcase their skills. This Tag Team powerhouse aspires to perform and be heard not just locally, but worldwide. ICEBLOC is delivering real music from the spirit of everything that is Hip-Hop.
John Keys aka "J. KEYS" or aka "J DOT" is Texas born and was raised in Opelousas, Louisiana. He has a unique lyrical style that is influenced by the urban streets of Louisiana. His slick metaphors, powerful delivery technique, storytelling ability and distinctive voice set him apart from other artists in the game.
Vernon Norfleet, better known as "VITO" to his peers and family, grew up in Southeast Washington, DC and has been influenced by rap music since he was a child. VITO’s gritty lyrical style & delivery, unique concepts, coupled with the influence of the streets of Southside DC puts VITO in a rap class all his own.
From the complexity of wanting to be remembered as visionaries to the simplicity of “doing it for haters”, ICEBLOC has a variety of motivators driving their hunger in the industry. With ICEBLOC’s uncanny marketing prowess and musical talent, their aspirations of creating a strong national and global fan base will soon become a reality. With the belief that the current state of the industry is a perfect stage to showcase true dedication and talent, they are out to prove that they are built for longevity. ICEBLOC’s projects include an EP titled “ICEBLOC” that eventually became the first official Promotional Album. They recently released the HOT single “Put It In The Air”, which can be heard on their debut mixtape "KRANKMUZIK".
ICEBLOC’s influences range from EMINEM, Bone Thugs & Harmony, Young Jeezy, and Lil Wayne, to T.I, Ludacris, UGK, Notorious B.I.G, Tupac and Jay-Z. In just two years time, ICEBLOC has taken the DC-MD-VA region "The DMV" by storm. From live performances at popular venues such as the Republic Gardens nightclub, Fusion Longue, and Club Five to radio interviews and airplay on WKYS 93.9, WPGC 95.5, WERQ 92.3, XM Radio Live Nation, and many others within the southeast region, they have established a significant presence among the Hip-Hop community.
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ICEBLOC Interview in the latest issue of Foundation Magazine
July 3rd BDay Bash for Model Twin of Thisis50.com / China Club / NYC
July 4th ID4 Concert / Jaxx Nightclub / Springfield, VA