Definition:
1. A fresh breath to Hip-Hop, an escape from the norm, with smooth and clear vocals mixed with rhythmic blues and catchy hooks. 2. Hip-Hop’s Prezident.
“I never claimed Gangsta, I never claimed Thug, but for some reason them ni@$as showing me love.” This is a line from Amante’s song “Prezident’s Day” and pretty much summarizes Amante and his music. Amante is a street poet who writes and speaks about the struggles of the streets. Amante is the voice of the streets -- speaking for the underdog -- which is why he is labeled Da Prez, the peoples’ Prezident.
Amante was born in Pittsburgh to an African King and Queen and moved with his family to Atlanta at the age of nine. Amante and his family moved from the Southside of Atlanta to the Eastside of Atlanta to the city of Lithonia, Georgia, where Amante grew to become a man. In addition, Amante also spent a lot of his life living in different countries. His African Heritage and his life in Eastside Atlanta and having lived in different parts of the world have all influenced his music to make him a well rounded artist.
Amante raps about more than material possessions and, rather, talks about real issues that people face daily. He keeps it entertaining so he can reach the youth, but still makes sure he gets his message across. Amante believes that Hip-Hop needs a positive leader, someone who can progress the art form and considers himself the right candidate for the job.
Amante is a rare down south rapper, he has the lyrical ability of Nas, the swag of T.I., the smooth vocal and flow of Snoop, the heart of a lion, and a hustler’s ambition and grind. That being said, Amante is destined for greatness and it is a matter of time before he reaps the benefits from his hard work. Amante is determined, hungry, a student and fan of Hip-Hop. His musical influences include Al Green, Jimi Hendrix, Bob Marley, Tupac Shakur, Isley Brothers, Prince, Outkast, Tribe Called Quest, Nas, and many others.
Amante is in the process of recording his introductory and highly anticipated mix tape, Soul Hop Vol. I: The Inauguration of A Legend, which will be hosted by DJ Teknikz of the Street Executives. It will introduce a new form of Hip Hop called Soul Hop. What is Soul Hop? Hip Hop that speaks to the Soul! His mix tape is expected to be released in the Summer of 2009.
Through Redd Clayy Entertainment, Amante’s movement has already made an impact in the streets by making various appearances on mix tapes, radio, and shows. In 2009 alone, Amante’s plate is full with exclusive features lined up with various mix tape DJs in the Southeast region. Since 2006, Amante distributed over 20,000 CDs in Georgia, Mississippi, and Alabama.
Amante has opened for many major recording artists. He recently opened for Collipark Music recording artist Souljah Boy in Gulfport, Mississippi at an event held by JZ 94.5. He has also opened for D4L, DJ Unk, The Alliance, Killer Mike and many more.
The Amante Administration has begun…. JOIN THE SOUL HOP MOVEMENT!!!
CHECK MYSPACE PAGE TO SEE AMANTE CELEBRATE HIS VICTORY:
WWW.MYSPACE.COM/AMANTEDAREALPREZ
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