SONREAL
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada | INDIE
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"SonReal is a real serious threat to a lot of American rappers self esteem, he has the potential to be to Vancouver what Drake is to Toronto, watch for him in 2011." - - Mr. Peter Parker, Shadyville & Core DJs, Shade 45 & Hip Hop Nation. www.mrpeterparker.com
"SonReal is a real serious threat to a lot of American rappers self esteem, he has the potential to be to Vancouver what Drake is to Toronto, watch for him in 2011." - - Mr. Peter Parker, Shadyville & Core DJs, Shade 45 & Hip Hop Nation. www.mrpeterparker.com
"SonReal is a real serious threat to a lot of American rappers self esteem, he has the potential to be to Vancouver what Drake is to Toronto, watch for him in 2011." - - Mr. Peter Parker, Shadyville & Core DJs, Shade 45 & Hip Hop Nation. www.mrpeterparker.com
“SonReal has held Vancouver, BC down for several winters, but still hasn't received the props he deserves. His new mixtape Where's Waldo? should correct this oversight. Son is the rare rapper who flows deftly without compromising melody, effortlessly jumping from double-time raps to sung hooks. He balances unadulterated flow showcases and more radio-ready efforts with ease. It's easy to see why he's leading Vancity's burgeoning rap scene.”
- Exclaim! Magazine
Discography
Where's Waldo February 2011-Album
The Lightyear Mixtape
The Stroll Mixtape
"Already There" currently sits at number 27 on the MuchMusic Top30 Countdown.
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SonReals most recent success was the release of his first budget video for his hit single, Already There. The MuchFACT funded video was released and was an instant success, being added to the Top 30 Countdown in its second week, a rare feet for any Vancouver hip-hop artist. Upon its release online the video scored major blogs on both sides of the boarder and clocked 30,000 views in its first week. This success was the result of a long journey for SonReal.
SonReal is a new school leader. This young artist has independently put all eyes on him through consistently putting out interesting, innovative material. With the release of his debut album Good Morning, SonReal created a radiating buzz, spreading across Canada and gaining international recognition. Having songs scored in international films helped SonReal clock numerous album sales around the world including several U.S. States, Norway, France, Japan, Poland, Australia, Thailand, Russia.
November 13th,2009, SonReals highly anticipated follow up record The Stroll dropped internationally. The Stroll is described as funky, innovative, and most notably a feel good record. SonReals edgy, melodic swagger combined with a positive message makes this record a great listen from front to back. The Stroll has guest appearances from Canadas top female artist Eternia and XXL featured Joe Scudda, as well as production from super producer Rich Kidd (Busta Rhymes, Drake, K-Os), and DJ Crown from France (Satellite Music/Major). The Stroll is available through Cd Baby, iTunes, Rhapsody, and Amazon as well as selected retail stores across Canada.
July 2nd, 2010, SonReal released his latest studio project entitled, The Lightyear Mixtape. Having recorded the 18 track project in a 4 month period, this new artists motivation and constant drive has lead him to achieving independent success on an international scale. The Lightyear Mixtape radiated across Canada and paved the way for such opportunities as; being the only Western Canadian artist to be invited to perform at Toronto's Manifesto Fest; receiving radio play on satellite radio's, Shade45 and Hip Hop Nation; being invited to Classifieds home in Nova Scotia to write and record; and the opportunity to shoot a budget video through MuchFACT for his single, "Already There".
February 28th, SonReal will release his next full-length project entitled Wheres Waldo? Being labeled SonReals most diverse work to date, this project showcases raw creativity and demonstrates a clever approach to Hip- Hop music. With six videos released independently since The Lightyear Mixtape as well as production from both sides of the boarder, Wheres Waldo will turn heads in the industry and solidify his spot as Canadas hardest working hip-hop prodigy.
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