Tony M. Centeno

Music Journalist

I create content about the music industry's prominent artists, seasoned producers, top-trending events, and plenty more. Check out the best of my clips from my past five years below.

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Miami New Times
10/01/2021
John Legend Returns to South Florida for the Second Leg of His Bigger Love Tour

We've got one life, and we can't waste it. That's just one of the numerous mantras John Legend has espoused during his Bigger Love Tour. After delaying his original dates (because COVID, of course), the R&B legend has returned to the stage and is using his music to spread positive vibes throughout the second leg of his tour.

Miami New Times
10/12/2021
Drink Champs Reigns as the Top Music Podcast in the Game

Fat Joe plans to change lives. How? With his marketing company, of course. Since being named president of Urban & Latino Development of Market America in 2014, the Terror Squad rapper has received backlash for pushing the agenda of a "pyramid scheme." But, Joey cleared up the misconceptions about his business.

Vibe
03/20/2018
Royce Da 5'9 and DJ Premier Speak On 'PRhyme 2,' Gun Control

PRhyme is doing their part to make a positive impact on today's generation of hip-hop, especially the children of the future. Since first embarking on their mission to take one artist's sound and flip it, Preemo style, in 2014, Royce Da 5'9 and DJ Premier have created gritty, yet modern records that cater to their loyal fans.

Vibe
06/07/2017
DJ Khaled's "To The Max" Is Influenced By These Miami Jook Songs

Shortly after confirming Drake's vocals were in, DJ Khaled dropped their new single "To The Max" along with the album cover and tracklisting for his upcoming Grateful album. The enticing beat - inspired by Miami native Major Nine's "Get Em Right" and "#GusGetEmRight" by North Lauderdale producer JayO - had Miami hip-hop heads itching to bop and jook on any block immediately after the record dropped Monday morning (Jun 3).

Vibe
01/26/2016
Viva Chat: Cool Of Cool & Dre Breaks Down The Blueprint For His New Media Venture

Marcello "Cool" Valenzano of Miami's legendary production duo Cool & Dre set up his studio in preparation for a night filled with fresh talent and positive vibes. As his viral audience waited in anticipation for new music from today's up-and-coming rappers and producers, Cool adjusted his mic before firing up his live stream to broadcast his newly developed radio show called "The Plug."

Vibe
12/08/2015
A$AP Ferg Says A$AP Yams' Mom Praises His Painting & Shows Love In The Studio

A$AP Ferg was down at Miami's Art Basel this year with a very special agenda. This was the Harlem rapper's first major showing of his artwork and new Adidas collaboration - dedicated to his longtime friend A$AP Yams. In an interview with VIBE.com, Ferg says Yams' family loves his new painting.

Thesource
04/01/2014
Source Exclusive: Pharoahe Monch Talks Making 'P.S.T.D' & More

Pharoahe Monch has more than just clout in Hip-Hop but his new body of work reinforces his place in the game Pharoahe Monch is a household name in Hip-Hop. He's had his share of hits throughout his career and continues to make music not just for the fans but for himself.