Determination, Innovation and Versatility are just three of many adjectives that describe the 23 year old lyricist native to New York. Growing up in Westchester County, and constantly in route with the City, D.I.V. has solidified the foundation of his craft, and built a magnitude of skill upon it. His ability to Engineer sound has proved to be an invaluable asset, and an excellent compliment to his lyrical ability. Imperative life experiences have not only matured but conditioned his mind, strengthened his drive and developed a non-stop motivation for success and growth. With an education in Entrepreneurship, a deeply rooted love for Hip Hop, and a burning desire, his growth is inevitable, potential is uncanny and style is prolific.
“Give em’ something past than what is expected, Out of this world music, call it astro-eclectic” – D.I.V. - Revolution off “The Uncovered Truth”
“His hook game is crazy and he's got the voice for it too. He comes off as a smart dude who's lived life’s up's and downs', he has a message which comes across in the music too, it's that realness. He's got lyrics and the vocab to match.” - Big Chew - Mixtapekings.com, Rapmullet.com
D.I.V. describes how he fell into music; At the age of 14 writing bars to industry beats and recording them to a hand held tape recorder. Aspiring for more, he expanded his equipment, sought out studios to record in and learn from and began compiling albums and mix-tapes. Simply put, the artist fell into a flow which never escaped him, and provided inspiration to put a raw talent into motion, thus transforming a hobby into a sharpened craft.
His musical influences are widespread which have conditioned the artist’s widespread versatility. As a musician D.I.V. is inspired by: *The concepts of Pink Floyd, Nas and Rakim* *The Flow of Biggie, Big L and Issac Hayes* *The depth of 2 Pac and Nirvana* *The Style of Frank Sinatra and Barry White* *The wordplay of Big Pun and Wu Tang Clan* *The originality of ODB * *The message of Bob Marley* *The multifaceted crafts of Dr Dre, The Alchemist, Pete Rock, and Grand Master Caz* and *3rd Base and Eminem being successful white artists in a predominately black industry*
So O.D. Biography
O·VER·DOSE
Noun: A dangerous amount of substance.
Verb: To experience an excessive amount of something.
Much of the same is to be said about the NY Hip Hop Duo “SO O.D.” who’s chemistry is strait up overwhelming. Artists Nuf $ed and D.I.V. are a combination of raw lyricism at its best, with dope concepts, metaphors and connections. They have been working with one another for over four years and have developed an unbelievable work ethic. Their word play is witty, energetic, and clever, which magnifies the impact of their music. The strength of their faction is derived from self sufficiency, being that both parts were solo acts before they unified as SO O.D.
“SO O.D. this is substance in music / they don’t just listen to the bars, they use it”
Nuf $ed, Often referring to himself as a borough to borough NYG, has lived in Harlem, The Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn. D.I.V., otherwise known as Destiny-In-Vizion is from Westchester County, Originally Yonkers, and has constantly been in route with NYC for years. The two met during a studio session in 2005 and the rest is history. The combination of two different worlds on common grounds of music and substance, has created a one of a kind mix of perspective, creativity and content.
The name is based on their view of music in general and its effect on people. D.I.V. describes: “ music is the most common, and widespread drug on the market. This country we live in thrives off drugs (legal and illegal) and we are just another form of that. Me and Nuf were both born in NY in 1986, the crack era. From the jump our lives were infused with potency, and our music is a product of that. Together me and Nuf are O.D. wit it, giving the fans a fix that’s excessive in substance, versatile in its appeal, and reality driven.” The quality and consistency of their tracks have proven to be stellar and their growth is unbelievable, both individually and as a group.
Currently they are releasing a Mix-album entitled SO O.D. The Overdose Vol. 1. It will have promotion and distribution in the US as well as the UK. They have been working hand in hand with Park Street Promotions. It will be presented, mixed, and hosted by DJ Kool Kid, The Hood Legend. The Album will be up for Free Download via various channels of distribution online.
**SO O.D. this is substance in music / they don’t just listen to the bars, they use it**
Artist Discography
April 2007:
D.I.V. assisted New Orleans Rapper Hood in releasing a Mix tape to be promoted Throughout New Orleans and Texas, by engineering, mixing and making appearances. The project featured Mayo, Nuf-Sed, Ricochet and Sha Jiggs along with production by Jay Chef. This project featured the song “Money in the trap” produced by Myke Diesel .
January 2008:
D.I.V. was featured on DFG’s Mixtape “ Crack Flow “ hosted by DJ Khaled.
February 2008:
D.I.V. released an all original Mix-Album entitled The Uncovered Truth: The Promotional L.P. It Featured appearances by DJ Vlad who hosted the project, DJ Khaled who featured on the track “Incredible” as well as three appearances from NYC based Lyricist Nuf-Sed. The Project was produced mainly by Jay Chef, who was slated as executive producer along side D.I.V. The Marketing for the album was done primarily through Rapmullet.com and Mixtapekings.com receiving good feedback and press featured on their site. Not only was this a full 80 minutes of solo material, but it was also designed, engineered, mixed, mastered by D.I.V.
February 2008:
Launched Website www.divmusic.net
March 2008:
Began recording a project with partner Nuf Sed, later to be known as Overdose.
May 2008:
D.I.V. Graduated from Pace University with a Degree in Entrepreneurship, and Sociology
April 2009:
D.I.V. and Nuf Sed resumed their joint venture entitled “SO - O.D., The Overdose Volume 1”. The Project is slated to be hosted and presented by DJ Kool Kid. The all original Mix Album is part of a promised and anticipated trilogy from the duo and is to be released by the top of the new year.
July 2009:
Formed Giant G Fam-Millie with partners Nuf Sed, Sha Jiggs and D-Boi.
