Who is irv da phenom

I was blessed to be able to go out on tour with him. He heard my music one day and was like, 'Man you're supposed to be making music with us,'.

Irv didn't ink with Tech's Strange Music but started his own independent label, Def Metal Gospel, through which he released his underground albums. If a rapper who flies a flag that draws inspiration from metal and gospel music sounds different to you, that's cool, because that's the way Irv intended it.

While on the road with Tech, Irv did pick up some great touring habits. For one, he learned the importance of a quality stage show. Standing center-stage and rapping just won't cut it. Secondly, he saw the worth in going directly to his fans. He began his performing career while roaming the halls of Wyandotte High School with a musical group, Triple Threat Society.

His solo debut on that label, American Idol Reject , is scheduled for February release. The small sample offered on his MySpace page finds Irv embracing multiple musical personalities. We at The Pitch love what we do, and want to keep bringing you interesting and insightful pieces.

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