Performing since the age of 4, Prophet-Z first took the stage at the tender age of six as a young emcee and proceeded to win several talent contests and a variety of shows. Over the years, he has formulated his craft to encompass an eclectic mix of Reggae, Soul and Rhythm and Blues. Prophet-Z has been an opening act for the likes of Hip Hop Legend, Big Daddy Kane and Toronto’s own Maestro Fresh Wes.
Prophet-Z currently resides in New York where he continues to perform in various urban venues. No stranger to the music scene in Toronto, he has lent his talents over the years to a variety of musical genres and events:
- Headlined shows with the likes of Buju Banton, Papa San and Damian Marley
- Performed for dignitaries such as Nelson Mandela
Prophet-Z’s emcee stylings and energetic performances have gained him much respect from his musical peers. Prophet-Z has demonstrated his versatility as an artist as a producer, writer, and composer. Prophet-Z cites his musical influences as Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, James Brown, Fela Kuti, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Curtis Mayfield, Buju Banton, Shabba, Vybz Kartel, Slick Rick and Common, among several others.
