Minks

If excitement, creativity and energy are what you're looking for, then Minks is your man.

Minks (Steve Burton) was born 20 years ago in St. Louis, MO. He began rhyming at the age of 14 after moving to California. "I think I started rhyming because of my brother Mike." Minks' brother dabbled in production and this was the planting of the seeds of music. "At first I would just write and rap to myself because I though it was wack. Before too long I got to the point where my freestyle was tight." Minks began battling local rappers in high school and finally took his talents to the airwaves battling for the Los Angeles listeners on Felli Fel's "Whoa Call".

A chance meeting while attending CSUN, Minks hooked up with Ref, a producer who had previously worked at Interscope and the collaboration began. They pooled their resources, and quickly began constructing a studio, perfecting their respective talents.

In the summer of 2004, Minks happenend to run across an acquantance from high school and after catching up on old times they discovered their common interest in music production. Majiq introduced Minks to Emony Entertainment, and this was the beginning of his involvement in the "Emony of the State" Project.

The music is versatile and cannot be placed in any one Hip-Hop genre. Although Minks cites his influences as East Coast rappers, his flow adapts to any track. With Minks' determination, it's fair to say he'll touch the ears of people nation wide.

CHECK OUT:

http://www.myspace.com/minks

and

http://www.emony.net