Joey Stylez is an aboriginal Canadian hip hop artist based in Vancouver

Vancouver

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A member of Moosomin First Nation

Moosomin First Nation

The Moosomin First Nation is a First Nation in Saskatchewan, Canada. Moosomin First Nation is located approximately 35 kilometres north of North Battleford, Saskatchewan. It borders the rural municipalities of Meota No. 468 and Round Hill No. 467...

, Stylez was moved to Saskatoon

Saskatoon

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, Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan

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 at an early age and raised by his single mother. His life in poverty and the oppression he faced plays a major role in his lyrics. He remains an important figure in the First Nations hip hop scene in western Canada. Stylez is known for his at-times outlandish fashions including colourful sunglasses, headbands, etc.

His debut album The Blackstar was released on November 23, 2009.

External Links

• http://www.joeystylezmusic.com/
• Official "Sugar Cane ft. Big Sav" Video