General D
General D is a rapper, Hip hop tuga and World music artist. Being the first rapper in Portugal to sign a major record deal, he is considered the Godfather Of Portuguese Hip Hop. Although largely influenced by big name U.S. rap acts such as Public Enemy, Ice Cube and Ice-T, his music carried a distinct African flavor incorporating many live tribal percussion instruments. He recorded two solo albums for EMI-Valentim de Carvalho and has also appeared as a guest on other artists' releases including; Ithaka, Cool Hipnoise, Água d'Amanhã and Pop Dell'Arte.
General D | |
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General D in Lisbon, early 1990s | |
Background information | |
Birth name | Sergio Matsinhe |
Born | 28 October 1971 52) Maputo, Mozambique | (age
Genres | World music, Hip hop |
Occupation(s) | vocalist, lyricist, songwriter |
Instrument(s) | Vocals |
Years active | 1992–present |
Labels | EMI, Valentim de Carvalho |
Website | www |
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