2007 the legacy continues. TONY TOUCH aka Tony Toca continues to be a force to be reckoned with. TONY TOUCH, an icon in Hip-Hop and in the Urban Hispanic genre plus seasoned player in the game, is a true innovator and has revolutionized the DJ game over and over. From his legendary mixtapes, to his skills on the 1's and 2's, to becoming Hip-Hop's most recognized DJ. This C.E.O/Artist/ Producer, is now ready to release his fourth studio album and sixth commercial release titled REGGAETONY 2 "TOCA INTERNATIONAL", through Touch Entertainment's EMI License Deal.
Tony Touch began as a B-boy during the rap music renaissance era of the early 80's. Heavily influenced by pioneers like Crazy Legs and the Rocksteady Crew, Grandmaster Flash, the Furious Five and Red Alert, he quickly shifted his interests towards the turntables. Toca is known for legendary mixtapes like the 50 Mcs parts 1, 2 and 3. Included in this series are some of the hottest artist in the game such as KRS One, Kool G Rap, Big Daddy Kane, Wyclef, M.O.P, Big L, Mos Def and many more all coming together for one collective piece. Then with the "5 Deadly Venoms of Brooklyn," cd featuring , DJ Premier, Mr. Cee, Evil Dee, and PF Cuttin' in the mix, Tony became recognized in the streets and by the industry as the real 'Mixtape King.'
Tony Toca evolved his mixtapes to record releases. In 2000, Tony released "The Piece Maker" on Tommy Boy Records. This album sold 400,000 units worldwide and featured legendary artists like Big Pun, Cypress Hill, Wu-Tang Clan, Busta Rhymes, Eminem. Gang Starr and much more. The single "I Wonder Why" featuring Total was a hit and the video featured cameos from John Leguizamo, Rock Steady Crew, Grand Master Flash, and Marley Marl just to name a few. Since then Tony Toca released "The Piece Maker 2"which also had an all-star line up with features such as P. Diddy, Fat Joe, Sean Paul, Snoop Dogg and legendary Ruben Blades. Tony Toca is also known to represent the urban Latino community to the fullest with his Spanglish lyrics and Salsa roots. It is the result of growing up with Salsa at home and Hip- Hop influence in his lifestyle. Tony revolutionized the game once again with his Reggaeton album, ReggaeTony. The hit single "Hey DJ," featuring Nina Sky and B-real was part of one of the most creative albums with 19 commercial hits and raw street tracks. This album also has one of the most exclusive raw tracks with an artist that is rarely seen in collaborations, Tego Calderon. "ReggaeTony" had an All-Star line up such as Zion and Lenox, Pitbull, Ivy Queen, NORE, , Voltio, Mexicano, Thirston Howl III and Soni just to name a few. Today Tony Touch has sold over a million records world wide.
This new album that Tony Touch is producing, Reggaetony 2 "Toca International", will change the game once again. With artist such as Ivy Queen, , Lumidee, Voltio, Plan B, Tru Life, Joel Ortiz, Don Chezina and the Beatnuts, Tony Touch will find a way to create yet another masterpiece.
Tony Touch continues to be in demand world wide, the proof is in the passport. The Rock Steady Crew member has toured over 30 countries such as Japan, Australia, Puerto Rico, London, France, Greece, Russia, Brazil, Germany, Columbia, Switzerland, Italy and Cuba .. just to name a few.
You also may have caught Tony Touch on TV shows such as "Saturday Night Live," and "The Dave Chapelle Show" spinning for Eminem. Don't forget the radio waves that you might have heard Tony on in New York such as Hot 97, Power 105 and even WBLS. Now you can catch Tony Toca on Sirius Satellite Radio/Shade 45 on Tuesday Nights from 8pm to Midnight.
For more information check out www.tonytouch.com
