On his journey from early adolescence through college, the Midwest-raised MC saw music as a path to help him preserve his truth and stay connected to his roots.

With influences ranging from Mos Def to Outkast to Big K.R.I.T. to Nipsey Hussle and KRS One, Tonie has developed a deep passion for the art and culture of Hip Hop.

Tonie is inspired by R&B, Rock, Jazz, Blues, and other Soul music. Sharing a birthday with the likes of India Arie, Lindsey Buckingham (Fleetwood Mac), Stevie Ray Vaughan, Talib Kweli (Black Star), and Black Thought (aka Tariq Trotter; The Roots), Tonie recognizes his divine calling to make a positive impact on the world through music & entertainment.

“I just want to make music that invigorates peoples’ spirit and minds. Give em’ a Vibe and something to think about.”

With early influences coming from the ’80s/’90s Boom Bap era, Tonie understands the importance of his role as a MC. He finds ways to bring his favorite spices from each era to serve tastefully to his audience. To Tonie, Hip Hop is Life.

Burbs (ft. Jay Rico)

Filmed, edited & directed by Ben Tiesworth

Co-directed by Tonie Arcon and Jay Rico

Tonie Arcon - Just Another Day (Burbs BTS)

Filmed, directed, edited by Parker Durand

Quick Story:

Took a Saturday AM flight for the Beats in the Park music festival in Jackson

Had a lot of fun, but got rained out before my set

~10min later we proceeded to shoot Burbs (when life gives you lemons….you know…)

In the BTS, you see a lot of the wonderful people who helped make this fun. Thank y’all!

S/O to the lady in the shades whose birthday it was—she came ready to get down