Social Deviantz are a

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trio from

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, currently on indefinite hiatus. The group consists of

lyricist A lyricist is a songwriter who writes lyrics (the spoken words), as opposed to a composer, who writes the song's music which may include but not limited to the melody, harmony, arrangement and accompaniment. Royalties A lyricist's income ...

s A-Train and Fatbone, and DJ/

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Junya." Social Deviantz"
''AllMusic'' Biography by Mike DaRonco They are noted for their unique downtempo style of hip hop music, and for being one of the pioneers of the Vancouver rap scene, specifically for their musical and cultural contributions.

History

Social Deviantz were formed in early 1992 as part of the Sugarshack roster of artists. Their most notable release continues to be their debut full-length album, ''Essential Mental Nutrients'', first distributed in 1996. As well as two full-length albums, Social Deviantz have released a handful of EPs (including the 2001 vinyl release, '' Space + Time'', issued only in the

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). Two of their singles, "Minimal" and "Lucky 5", received global airplay, including locally on Vancouver's The Beat 94.5 radio station. Social Deviantz have also appeared on Muchmusic and YTV for interviews."Social Deviantz Spread"
''Exclaim!'', By Omar Mouallem Feb 17, 2009 In 2006 the band released a long-shelved album ''Bleaky Deky'', and in 2009 ''Spread'' (a compilation of previously released tracks) was distributed. A video release for "Red Tape", resulted in play on multiple networks including Fuse, MTV, and a spin on Halloween night 2008 on Rage (ABC1 Australia). In 2019, a vinyl reissue of Essential Mental Nutrients was released by Diggers With Gratitude.

Members

* A-Train - emcee * Fatbone - emcee * Junya - DJ/

Discography

References

External links

Epitonic

MySpace
{{DEFAULTSORT:Social Deviantz Musical groups established in 1992 Musical groups from Vancouver Canadian hip hop groups 1992 establishments in British Columbia