Rising from soulful Philadelphia, Manetane is a recording artist pushing hip hop music to new heights. His musical influences include the likes of James Yancey, A Tribe Called Quest, Kool G Rap, Raekwon and Nas. Manetane's music reflects his journey through life while providing introspective, social commentary. Although he has been compared to the likes of Rakim, Wu-Tang Clan and Jay Electronica, his voice and style are sonically unique. His love for the music is shown in his energetic live show and his commanding stage presence pulls his crowd into every performance. Working with artists such as Keef Boyd, Don Cannon, Ground Up and Writtenhouse, he is establishing himself as a creative force within the hip hop community.