Toki Wright on drums, keys, cello, steel drums, spoons, and shoe box with rubber bands around it.
Influences
Mama, Peter Tosh, Femi and Fela Kuti. Equality. Slick Rick. Public Enemy. Van Morrison. Al Green. M.O.P. Busta Rhymes. Reggae/Dancehall, Ol School R & B, Funk, Soul, Hip-Hop.
Continuing it's longtime tradition of exposing people to new voices, Rhymesayers Entertainment presents the Spotlight Series. This new series of releases is aimed at giving developing talent a platform to bring their message to the masses. Specifically priced for retail this series promises to bring emerging artists to the forefront.
The first artist in the Rhymesayers Spotlight Series is none other than Toki Wright. Most known as opening act and hypeman for Brother Ali, Toki is not only a well established emcee but one of the hardest working community activists in the Twin Cities area. With numerous accolades and a tour history that has taken him from New York to Uganada, Toki Wright Is ready to take his next step with A Different Mirror.
Thanks man, I was like 4 rows back, cause I got there like a half hour after doors opened, I saw Ev and BK at the merch table, but I had to bounce after that, cause my Dad was my ride, and I live like 50 miles away haha.
Yo man your album is the best i heard in awhile. you get down, you got mad skill. i hope you nothing but the best in life. keep up the great work. plus man i want your hair, ima get it done just like it.
Hey toki, i see you have a youtube account at least i think its yours, Just wondering if you have any footage from the first show in duluth, i saw you guys filmin and would love to see the video.
one day im gunna be as famous as you!! i promise u this!!! loved the devils advocate video.. the track has a smooth laid back feeling to it.. keep up the good work man..
Thanxx alot for tha add man...had a great time rockin out wit yu cats...i Did get a breath of fresh air at da show..keep doin yur thang and look forward to seein yuz again..
Thanks man. Any advice you could throw me or ne thing would be so dope and deeply respected. I ove the new video. Hop is goin well on the fresh air tour with Ali and Evidence. Two more idols of mine with straight legendary status. One day that'll be me. Be easy and one love!
hey thanks for getting me back into emos. i wish i had something i could have got you to sign, thats what sucks about digital albums. great show and album though, as well as the low budgets.
Anytime! Been listening to your CD. I am loving it! Come back to LA soon. Tell Slug & Ant I said "Hello". Lol Stay safe & drink your beer before entering any restrooms. lol
Its the only fight i know now man... and it is not an easy one at that... but nothing worthwhile should come easy...
Love the video man and im gonna try to get it on my site if possible... Your music is part of the movement and i thank you for being a inspiration for the fire you need to make things happen for the good of all the people .. and for the good of one's self and soul...