Dyme-A-Duzin

Dyme-A-Duzin
Birth name Donnovan Malik Blocker
Born May 13, 1992
Brooklyn, New York City
Origin Crown Heights, Brooklyn, New York City
Genres Hip hop
Occupation(s) Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, Producer
Years active 2008 - present
Labels Atlantic Records
Associated acts Phony PPL, Elbee Thrie, Pro Era, Flatbush Zombies, The Underachievers, Raz Fresco, Casey Veggies, We Are Twin
Website iamdyme.com

Donnovan Malik Blocker (born May 13, 1992), commonly known by his stage name Dyme-A-Duzin, is an American rapper from Brooklyn, New York.[1] Dyme-A-Duzin is a former member of the band known as Phony Ppl. Between 2008 and 2013, they performed with popular acts such as Erykah Badu, The Roots and Talib Kweli. His song "New Brooklyn" was listed on Spin's 50 Best Rap Songs of 2013 [2]

Life and career

Early Life and Musical beginnings

Dyme-A-Duzin was born on May 13, 1992 and grew up in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York.[3][4] Dyme showed an early interest in music, writing his first song at the age of 11 and producing his first music video at the age of 14. He grew up listening to artists such as 50 Cent, Eminem, Kanye West and Jay-Z. Between 2008 and 2011, he released his first three mixtapes via DatPiff, the latter of the three being hosted by Plain Pat.[5] Since their initial release, the mixtapes have gone on to receive over 60,000 views.[6][7][8]

2012 - 2013: Phony Ppl, Warner Bros. Records & A Portrait Of Donnovan

On January 17, 2012, Phony Ppl released their debut album titled Phonyland which was critically acclaimed. The album's sound was characterized as having an eclectic sound that borrows from jazz, hip-hop, R&B, funk, soul and rock. In September 2012, Dyme-A-Duzin signed a recording deal with Warner Bros. Records.[9] In January 2013, Dyme-A-Duzin released his fourth mixtape titled A Portrait of Donnovan. The mixtape featured collaborations with Joey Badass, Capital STEEZ, CJ Fly, Plain Pat, Harry Fraud, Sheriff P and Elbee Thrie.[10] In April 2013, Dyme-A-Duzin, became the East Coast Brand Ambassador for the sneaker and apparel brand Puma; his endorsement was renewed in April 2014.[11][12] In April 2013 Dyme-A-Duzin performed a 10 Country European Tour.[13]

2014 - Present: HiP HOPE

In April 2014, Dyme-A-Duzin was feature in PUMA’s ‘The Shoestring Xperience’ along with international pop group/producers We Are Twin.[14][15] In September 2014 Dyme-A-Duzin released his fifth mixtape titled Hip Hope.[16][17] The mixtape featured collaborations with Casey Veggies, Raz Fresco, Khelani and more. Dyme-A-Duzin is currently signed to Atlantic Records.[18]

Discography

As solo artist

With Phony Ppl

References

  1. ↑ Ahmed, Insanul. "10 New NY Rappers To Watch Out For". Complex. Retrieved 16 July 2013.
  2. ↑ "Dyme-a-Duzin – "New Brooklyn"". Spin. Retrieved 11 March 2013.
  3. ↑ "DyMe-A-DuZin Talks New Mixtape and ‘New Brooklyn’ at BK Hip Hop Festival". Kevin Nottingham July 20, 2013. Retrieved 19 February 2015.
  4. ↑ "Kreep NYC Interviews Dyme-A-Duzin". Kreep NYC August 21, 2013. Retrieved 19 February 2015.
  5. ↑ "DyMe-A-DuZiN – 20=X (Mixtape)". The Source June 18, 2011. Retrieved 21 February 2015.
  6. ↑ "Dyme-A-Duzin =X Shut Up N Listen". Dymez513 via DatPiff July 1, 2008. Retrieved 19 February 2015.
  7. ↑ "Dyme-A-Duzin = The Orientation". www.enliten.me via DatPiff July 29, 2010. Retrieved 20 February 2015.
  8. ↑ "Dyme-A-Duzin = 20=X". Dymez513 via DatPiff June 26, 2011. Retrieved 20 February 2015.
  9. ↑ "Dyme-A-Duzin Signs to Warner Bros. Records". Dyme-A-Duzin via YouTube September 19, 2011. Retrieved 21 February 2015.
  10. ↑ "Mixtape: DyMe-A-DuZiN "A Portrait of Donnovan"". Complex January 16, 2013. Retrieved 21 February 2015.
  11. ↑ "XXL Presents Dyme A Duzin". XXL February 17, 2014. Retrieved 22 February 2015.
  12. ↑ "Interview: DyMe-A-DuZin Talks Brooklyn, Latest Mixtape, and His Favorite Sneakers". Complex September 11, 2013. Retrieved 22 February 2015.
  13. ↑ "DYME-A-DUZIN: SWANK THE LORD – EUROPEAN TOUR APRIL 11 – 26". houseofnotoi.re April 14, 2013. Retrieved 27 February 2015.
  14. ↑ "Dyme-A-Duzin Featured In PUMA’s ‘The Shoestring Xperience’". XXL April 10, 2014. Retrieved 23 February 2015.
  15. ↑ "DYME-A-DUZIN – CHILD (NEW AGAIN)". RapWave.net April 11, 2014. Retrieved 23 February 2015.
  16. ↑ "Dyme-A-Duzin – Hip Hope". POTB September 23, 2014. Retrieved 21 February 2015.
  17. ↑ "INTERVIEW: DYME-A-DUZIN TALKS ‘Hip Hope,’ ATLANTIC RECORDS & MORE". RESPECT Magazine November 4, 2014. Retrieved 21 February 2015.
  18. ↑ "Atlantic Records: Dyme-a-Duzin". Atlantic Records. Retrieved 28 February 2015.
  19. ↑ Kujundzic, Petar. "HYPETRAK Premiere: DyMe-A-DuZiN – A Portrait of Donnovan (Mixtape)". Hypetrak. Retrieved 16 July 2013.
  20. ↑ "The Come Up: Dyme-A-Duzin". XXL Mag. Retrieved 16 July 2013.

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