The Blend is a five man riot of gorgeous noise driven by the thought provoking lyrics of frontman and three-time national slam poet, Toussaint Morrison. The Blend's ever widening fan base, nationwide network of street teams, and consistency to rock the road on national tours is a testament to their compelling sound. Creeping up on the Minneapolis music scene since their days of high school in 2001, this band has finally arrived. Although held to the title of "live band hip-hop" this group is by no means defined by hip-hop. From sold out venues comprised of emcees and rap addicts in Chicago, IL, to capacity concerts in Sioux Falls, SD filled with Arctic Cat Jackets and cowboy hats, The Blend manages to revolutionize the title of "hip-hop" standing deeply rooted in shades of rock, jazz, and classical music. Hailing from Minneapolis and having opened for national touring acts such as Saliva, Story of the Year, The Big Wu, P.O.S., Brother Ali, and Heiruspecs this group is a must see.
Beginning as a bass, drums, and two emcees taking first in a city-wide talent contest, summer of 2001, The Blend has evolved to a solid five piece performing numerous gigs throughout the Minneapolis underground scene. Permeating the Midwest college circuit and touring Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois, New York, S. & N. Dakota and Minnesota, the group has attracted a following and developed a reputation in and outside of the hip-hop community and has received press and a photograph by USA Today. The band's LP release, After What Came Before is their sophomore album. Their EP, Last Piece of a Broken Cause, has reached the top 200 of the CMJ charts and is in rotation on hundreds of radio stations throughout the country.
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What has been said:
"The Blend made the night flow with smart, lyrical talent that was both imaginative and well delivered. The Blend brought old-school groove with Stevie Wonder-esq vocals..."
-Shane Kramer (Bodog Music)
"...one of the most unique bands around..."
-Sotanlife.com
"...when on stage, they click."
-Minnesota Daily
"The Blend has powerful lyrics with equally powerful music to ensure the crowd gathered...felt the same way those on stage felt." & "...The Blend was able to convince the audience to move their hands from their pockets into the air."
-MTU Lode
“They are very underrated. I don’t think they get enough recognition."
-The Oshkosh Advance Titan
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