One of the most fascinating acts in hip-hop, The Rugged Man has been “an up-and-coming star, an industry outcast banished and forgotten, an underground cult hero, an independent success story, and an influential master of the art form”. Hailing from Long Island’s Suffolk County, The Rugged Man has worked with legendary figures such as: Biggie, Wu-Tang, Tech N9ne, Rakim, Mobb Deep, Talib Kweli, Kool G Rap, Public Enemy, Brother Ali, and many more! His music features “ferocious battle rhymes”, deeply personal lyrics, vulgarity, “jaw-dropping flows”, and storytelling that will transport you into another world! He’s also not afraid to “challenge corrupt politicians and corporations”.