Tech N9NE

Born November 8, 1971, Tech N9ne, born Aaron Dontez Yates, is a highly influential rapper and co-founder of the independent record label Strange Music. Known for his rapid-fire "chopper" style and intricate rhyme schemes, Tech N9ne began his music career in the early 1990s and released his debut album "The Calm Before the Storm" in 1999. Over the years, he has gained a massive underground following, releasing successful albums like "Absolute Power" (2002) and "All 6's and 7's" (2011), and collaborating with a wide range of artists from different genres including Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, and Corey Taylor. In addition to his prolific discography, Tech N9ne's music has appeared in various films and TV shows such as "Alpha Dog" (2006). He also has made guest appearances and interviews for TV shows and movies, including, "Nick Cannon Presents Wild 'n' Out" (MTV, 2013-), "Vengeance" (2013) and "Word is Bond" (2017). His most recent work includes the album "COSM" (2024), which continues to showcase his technical prowess and lyrical depth.