Name: Jinari Kemet Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio Influences: Ice Cube, Joyner Lucas, Saba, Redman Favorite foods: Pizza, Flaming Hot Doritos, Coffee Fun fact: “If we go to an amusement park, I won’t ride any roller coasters, I’ll just hold your bags and go eat funnel cakes!”

James Begin is a rapper, musician, and songwriter from Cleveland, OH. Through his work with Tropidelic and his own solo endeavors, James and his music have healed hearts and struck awe from coast to coast. As a performer, James is unmatched in dedication and energy; he brings an undeniable fire to every stage he sets foot on. His passion for performing was realized as a young musician in high school, and through staying the course and working hard, James brings a veteran familiarity to every project he touches. There are few places that can make him feel at home the way the spotlight can - among them is the company of his friends & family, whom he enriches and encourages to no end. Adopting and living the mantra "it takes a village", James is focusing on his life's work not for one, but for all.

Tobyraps has established himself well in the city of Cleveland, Ohio. Tobyraps has a dedicated & loving fan base. One who voted him “Cleveland’s Best Hip-Hop Artist” of 2023 by Cleveland Scene.