ARTIST URL: www.myspace.com/poverty518

Artist Biography

Frank M. Thompson, was born and raised in the Arbor Hill section of Albany, NY He has been recording professionally since 1996 After the tragic death of his cousin Maurice "Big Reese" Johnson, P.O.V.E.R.T.Y. has approached the music scene with a fire that is uncomparable. With a work ethic in the studio only paralelled by the late Tupac Shakur, P.O.V.E.R.T.Y. has literally turned himself into a music making machine. He is a song writer, producer, studio engineer, recording artist, choreographer, graphic designer, CEO, well I think you get the picture. With a whole lot to prove to himself and the rest of the world, I dare you to try and stop this firestorm on his way to success Your influences? Fans of Kanye West, Jay-Z, Nas, Notorious B.I.G., AZ, Common Sense or Talib Kweli will enjoy P.O.V.E.R.T.Y.'s MUSIC Favorite spot? Any where real music is being played!!! Equipment used: Reason 2.5, Fruity Loops, Acid Pro, CD Architect, Sound Forge, Visions Studio Pro, ProTools, Roland VS 2480, Roland MV 8000, you name it I'll rock it Anything else...? visit: www.myspace.com/poverty518 www.cdbaby.com/poverty email: upstaterecords@hotmail.com phone: 518 701 7294