D-Stroy

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D-Stroy
Birth name	Antonio Flags
Also known as	D-Sturbed
Born	Saturday, June 27, 1975 (age 31)
Origin	Bushwick, Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States
Genre(s)	East Coast Rap Rap
Years active	1993 - present
Label(s)	Fondle'em Matador records
Associated acts	Arsonists Q-Unique Tony Touch Gr-8 Skot X-ecutioners Miri Ben Ari

Antonio Flags (aka D-Stroy) was born and raised in Bushwick, Brooklyn.

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During his earlier years, the future artist showed early promise. By the 7th grade, D-Stroy was performing and winning talent shows. He Later met Tony Touch and formed Touch and D-Stroy. They went on to record the title track for "Palante Siempre Palante," a documentary based on the Young Lords, which Tito Puente called “very creative" in Vibe Magazine /May96. Only 17 at the time, D-Stroy continued school while touring the east coast and Puerto Rico with Run-DMC and Naughty By Nature. The MC featured on Tony Touch, DJ Green Lantern (Hot 97), DJ Camilo (Hot 97) and Roc Raida (X-ecutioners/Columbia Records) Mixtapes. When he wasn’t hosting clubs, he spotted a hype man position with O.C. (Wild Pitch Records). From here he formed a group with friends called The Arsonists who became internationally renowned for their live show. D-Stroy became known for his dynamic mic presence and stage personality. Matador Records released their debut full-length, As the World Burns, with D-Stroy a genuine star turn that was not lost on the media or the public. "D-Sturbed is genius." says Bobbito Garcia (YRB mag).

Matador/Capital Records released 2 D-Stroy singles earning the #1 spot on music charts and coverage in magazines.

His extraordinary personality, landed him forays into hosting Rock Steady Crew's Anniversary and American Idol's outdoor events. Providing energy on R. J. Reynolds Kool Mixx Tour with Kanye West. He’s performed alongside artist of different genre's of music including Destiny’s Child and Linkin Park to name a few. A modeling stint for Reebok, Triple 5 Soul, Ecko Untld and Levi's. Also lending his voice for Video Games "State Of Emergency"(Rockstar Games) and "NFL Street 1&2"(EA Sports). He also provided music for Fox's Golden Globe winning show 24. Handling M.C. duties on The Adrenaline Rush Tour and Anger Management Tour with X-zibit, Ludacris, Papa Roach and Eminem. Later having a radio show on SIRIUS satellite Radio and Nike’s Run Like The City Radio. He was drafted to M.C. for Universal Recording artist Grammy Award Winner, Miri Ben-Ari The Hip Hop Violinist. They performed live on American Music Awards, B.E.T.’s 106 & Park and Tavis Smiley T.V. shows. They opened up for Platinum Artists L.L. Cool J and Busta Rhymes on Tour. Shaqueal O’Neal and Allen Iverson both were entertained by D-Stroy for their separate birthday parties. Entertaining at Halftime shows for most of the NBA and WNBA teams, including Championship Games, All-Star Game ’05 and NBA’s Rim’s and Rhythms Tour. D-Stroy recently brought his humor to film, acting in “6 in a Cadillac”(Universal Pictures). He’s worked red carpet (Grammy’s, AMA’s, MTV’s VMA’s, Vibe Awards), performed during fashion week in NY and LA (Christian Dior, Frye Boots, Ice*man Jewelry) and for advertising agencies (Conde Nast, Chiat Day and Leo Burnett).

Admired by many from underground purist to commercial followers. Summer of 06’ D-Stroy hosted Sold Out venue’s in 37 cities with The Roots, Common and Talib Kweli. Followed by hosting Kelly Clarkson's Sold Out 33 city “Breakaway Tour” (Glaceau, Vitamin Water). Holding M.C. Duties on Radio Joga Bonito and Nike's Joga Bonito 3V3 Competition During The World Cup. He recently DJ’d for Lance Armstrong's NYC Marathon Party and Major League Soccer’s New York Red Bull “Street Soccer” event.

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"Session"/"Halloween" Arsonists 12', "Fondle Em Records"
"Blaze"/"Geembo's Theme"/"FlashBack" Arsonists 12' "Fondle Em Records"
"As The World Burns" Arsonists - 1999 "Matador Records"
"3 Guys In A Bar" Featuring Sole, Mr. Complex
"Center of Attention" Massive Tone (East/West Records, Germany)
"Scan The Field" Iam (Virgin Records, France)
"Sience" Curse (Jive Records, Germany)
"Rage" Atari Teenage Riot, Tom Morello of Rage Against The Machine (Elektra Records)
"Roll Out"/ "Show Must Go On" (2001)
"The Matador"/ "Vitamin D" (2001)