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tony dimes

Long island | new york

Born Anthony “Tony Dimes” Incandela in Queens, NY, and raised in Deer Park, Long Island, Tony’s journey into Hip Hop began in high school, quickly immersing himself in the culture as an emcee and b-boy. While earning a BFA in Broadcasting Communications at C.W. Post Long Island University, Tony co-founded the Usual Suspects Crew (USC), which gained traction through college emcee battles, open mics, and eventually, NYC and Philly clubs, even launching “Usual Suspects Radio,” a Hip Hop show on WCWP. As a rap scholar at Pendulum Ink, Tony received a certification in Advanced Rap Techniques and is part of the graduating class of 2025.

Tony Dimes has collaborated with King Vir2ue to release the single “Protect Your Seed” featuring SoSoon. He has also lit up the stage at Punchline Academy, toured the US and UK, and shared the spotlight with heavy hitters like SoSoon, Act-1, and Showrocka.

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His latest tracks include “Gritty” featuring Solomon Childs and “Heat Wave” featuring Mic Hoffa and King Vir2ue. As a member of the Full Blast Booking roster, he earned his spot alongside legends like C.L. Smooth, Rah Digga, Young Zee, R.A. The Rugged Man and Ghostface Killah.

Beloved by all who have worked with him and those who know him, Tony Dimes, with his magnetic energy and razor-sharp lyrical skills, is a powerful force in the underground rap scene, making waves and leaving his mark wherever he performs.