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DURHAM RAPPER DETOTHEZ IS MORE THAN A BREATHTAKING SENSATION

Desmon Madorious Peaks also known as D.E.Z. or DEtotheZ who was born and raised in Durham, NC.

DEtotheZ found his artistic talent and a very early state of his life while at Northern High School in Durham where he realized his love for music. At first it was just something that he and his friends did during their free time, then it progressed and turned out to bring him a local independent rapper from Durham.

Hello DEtotheZ, Thanks for coming to Honk Magazine to talk about your career.

Tell us a little more about when you first got into music?

My family loved the radio growing up and dancing tbh then grew up and found out my dad was a producer and it took off from there.

If you could describe your sound/style in one word, what would it be and why?

I’m very ” Saucy ” melodic, very freestyle natured , mc old-school and I adjust to the beats, very into fashion and urban and higher vibrations I love to rage and create a vibe.

What would you say to any aspiring recording artists who look up to your work?

Just to keep working, you never know who is watching or how far you can go!

What quote or mantra do you live by?

” Lifes what you make it “

What is your hobby outside of music?

Basketball I was very good still got it, and events and creating and working on my company

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

A huge successful, a person to spread a good life changing story , a coach and a father

Do you have anything new or upcoming we can expect to see from you?

Yes, I’ve done all the steezerworld ep for now , my new album is called ” Mud Runners ” will be something great stay tuned!

What is the inspiration behind your latest song?

Uhhh my inspiration is my struggles tbh I learn more from failing, it was all a talent and dream so to convert it to money and real clout its awesome learning that itself is inspiring

What are your “5 things I wish someone told me when I first started” and why. Please share a story or example for each.

Stay focused

Share positivity

Never stop keep going

Always be willing to learn more

Trust god

Which tips would you recommend to your colleagues in your industry to help them to thrive and not “burn out”?

Keep something going on outside of the music or business to fund or keep you interested.

How can our readers follow you online?

You can check me out on Instagram @DEtotheZ

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