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“A lot of artists, when they start off, sort of emulate their influences,” Alsalman explained. “But [Taigenz’s] project resonated as genuine, it was definitely him.”

— Zachary Goldberg-Mota

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About Taigenz

Taigenz (pronounced Tayg-enz) is a Montreal born and based Hip-Hop recording artist/performer. His African heritage (Cameroonian parents) blended with the North American culture is the primary influence behind his artistic expressions. Sonically, he ranges from Trap to R&B to Afro-beat. His vocal tone is reminiscent of a young 50 Cent. Lyrically and visually, he is often compared to a Wale and a Burna Boy, respectively. 

 

In fall 2019, he released the album, Life Ain't Free, via a distribution deal with Slammin Media/Believe Distribution Services. "The message behind this project was that nothing in life happens for nothing," he says. "All the work I put in will come back to me in some way, shape or form, I just need to recognize when it happens."

Standout singles from the album such as "Lemme Ball" and " Speak The Truth" have allowed him to reach an international audience with over 100,000+ streams coming from countries like Brazil, Turkey and Spain. In 2019, he dubted on the iTunes Turkey Top 200 Hip-Hop charts (peak position #45) with "Satisfied", which was originally released in May 2017. 

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Journal du Hip-Hop

Cet artiste est l’une des plus belles découvertes de l’underground

Le hip hop c’est bien plus qu’une multitude de clashs et de conflits qui divertissent les masses. Le hip hop est une culture, une entité épanouissante qui se trouve sur une trajectoire de progression positive constante.

Plusieurs rappeurs indépendants tentent de se frayer un chemin et de capter l’attention de plus d’auditeurs possible. 

C’est pour cette raison que nous utilisons notre plateforme pour établir le catalogue des rappeurs à surveiller qui ont le potentiel de se bâtir des carrières formidables. Il est donc un honneur pour nous de côtoyer ces artistes dévoués qui cherchent à se faire valoir dans la scène. 

Aujourd’hui, la rédaction du JDHH vous présente le rappeur Taigenz. Le Québec est bourré de rappeurs capables de créer des bangers avec des couplets et des refrain percutants. Taigenz est l’un de ceux qui produit de la musique de qualité et qui se trace un chemin unique. 

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Feb28

Taigenz Live @ Winterfest

Friday, February 28, 2020 @ 10:00PMFri, Feb 28, 2020 @ 10:00PM

Le Cinq, 1234 De La Montagne, Montreal, QC

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Jan25

Taigenz Showcasing Live @ Bronson Bar

Saturday, January 25, 2020 @ 2:00PMSat, Jan 25, 2020 @ 2:00PM

Bronson Bar, Hollywood, CA

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Dec21

Taigenz Live @ MicroMTL Noel

Saturday, December 21, 2019 @ 8:00PMSat, Dec 21, 2019 @ 8:00PM

The Diving Bell Social, 3956 Boul Saint-Laurent, Montreal

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Taigenz @ Le Cypher

Taigenz @ Le Cypher

Thursday, November 21, 2019 @ 9:00PMThu, Nov 21, 2019 @ 9:00PM

Bootlegger, L'authentique, 3481 St Laurent Blvd 2nd floor H2X 2T6, Montreal

Opening act at #LeCypher: Montreal’s premiere HIP-HOP & SOUL party!

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Northern Power Summit Showcase

Northern Power Summit Showcase

Saturday, August 17, 2019Sat, Aug 17, 2019

Artscape Sandbox, 301 Adelaide St. West, Toronto

NORTHERN POWER SUMMIT Northern Power Summit (NPS) is a music conference held in Toronto, Canada.

NPS19 marks the fourth edition of the event.

Our primary objective is to provide the education and tools, as well as the access to individuals to help Canadian artists and industry professionals develop their careers internationally.

This year we are expanding with an additional day of programming designed to provide extra tools to emerging and established artists.

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Runtown Live in Montreal

Runtown Live in Montreal

Saturday, August 4, 2018 @ 9:00PMSat, Aug 4, 2018 @ 9:00PM

Aron Museum, 4100 Sherbrooke St. West, Montreal

Opening up for the SoundGod himself

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Hip-Hop Basics

Hip-Hop Basics

Thursday, January 25, 2018 @ 9:00PMThu, Jan 25, 2018 @ 9:00PM

Club Lambi, Saint-Laurent, Montreal

First performance of 2018 Featured artist at this month's Hip-Hop Basics event

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Taigenz

Taigenz

Friday, August 18, 2017 @ 10:00PMFri, Aug 18, 2017 @ 10:00PM

Le Belmont, 4483 Saint Laurent, Montreal

Ottawa's own Puffy Lz hits Montreal with yours truly as opening act!

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Tekno Live in Montreal

Tekno Live in Montreal

Saturday, July 15, 2017 @ 9:00PM — Sunday, July 16, 2017 @ 3:00AMSat, Jul 15, 2017 @ 9:00PM — Sun, Jul 16, 2017 @ 3:00AM

Royal Alexandria, 875 Notre-dame Street , Lachine

Nigerian Superstar Tekno live for the first time in Montreal

Opening performance by Taigenz

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All Love, No Fear

All Love, No Fear

Sunday, June 4, 2017 @ 7:00PMSun, Jun 4, 2017 @ 7:00PM

Le Belmont, 4483 Blvd Saint-Laurent, Montreal

Sin Miedo EP Release Party

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Nov25

Taigenz @ Poetry and Literature Night

Friday, November 25, 2016 @ 7:00PMFri, Nov 25, 2016 @ 7:00PM

Tranzac, 292 Brunswick, Toronto

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Oct27

Taigenz @ 4Floors McGill

Thursday, October 27, 2016 @ 10:00PMThu, Oct 27, 2016 @ 10:00PM

McGill University, 3600 MacTavish, Montreal

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Apr28

OAP Lite 2016

Thursday, April 28, 2016 @ 6:00PMThu, Apr 28, 2016 @ 6:00PM

Three-Bares Park (McGill University), 845 Rue Sherbrooke O, Montreal

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IYANYA LIVE IN CONCERT

IYANYA LIVE IN CONCERT

Saturday, April 2, 2016 @ 9:00PMSat, Apr 2, 2016 @ 9:00PM

Royal Alexandra, 875 Notre-Dame & 9th Ave, Lachine, Quebec H8S 2B8

Nigerian Afrobeat/Pop artist Iyanya will be touring Canada for the first time.

On his Montreal stop, Taigenz will be one of the opening acts alongside other talented local artists

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Mar4

Rap Battle Against Austerity

Friday, March 4, 2016 @ 8:00PMFri, Mar 4, 2016 @ 8:00PM

Reggie's Bar, 1455 de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal

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Feb19

New Montreal vs Toronto

Friday, February 19, 2016 @ 10:00PMFri, Feb 19, 2016 @ 10:00PM

Blueprint Lounge, 1438 Bleury h3b 2w4, Montreal

MTU & LEGENDS OF THE FAME PRESENTS

''NEW MONTREAL x TORONTO'' EDITION

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