Masta Ace
Real Name: | Duval Clear |
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Profile: | Masta Ace (real name Duval Clear, born December 4, 1966) is a Brooklyn-based hip-hop MC known for his storytelling, longevity, and influence in the genre. He first gained recognition in 1988 as part of Marley Marl's "In Control, Vol. 1", where he made his debut with the track "The Symphony". Shortly after, he released his first solo album, Take a Look Around (1990) on Cold Chillin' Records. In 1993, Masta Ace transitioned to Delicious Vinyl, releasing SlaughtaHouse (1993) and Sittin’ on Chrome (1995) with his group Masta Ace Incorporated. These albums blended East Coast lyricism with West Coast-influenced production, showcasing his versatility. After a brief hiatus, he returned in 2001 with Disposable Arts, a critically acclaimed concept album. He followed up with A Long Hot Summer (2004), both released under his own label, M3 Macmil Music.
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Sites: | mastaace.com , Bandcamp , Facebook , X , Wikipedia , Instagram |
Aliases: | Ase One, Duval Clear |
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