Tone Stith

The man who discovered Drake shares a video introduction to his latest prospect: Tone Stith.

Jas Prince is the son of Rap-A-Lot Records founder James Prince, and he's currently the CEO of Young Empire Music Group. Today, he's shared a video that provides an introduction to his newest artist, Tone Stith. That in itself doesn't sound like exceptional news, but Prince also happens to be the guy who introduced Drake to much of the world, including Lil Wayne. Stith is only 20-years-old, though it's clear Prince feels he has a star-quality that's similar to that of the man who currently helms OVO.

Artistically, Stith intends to bank on his incredible singing voice. He's certainly a more straightforward R&B singer than Drake is, though he's influenced by many different genres. What's more is that he also happens to be a producer and has already landed some major credits -- writing and producing two tracks on Chris Brown's Royalty ("Liquor" and "Make Love").

He's got a sound that is in line with the current R&B wave -- check his Bryson Tiller cover -- but Stith is mainly inspired by the soul greats of past decades. In fact, his next project seeks to provide a modern twist on sounds from the '70s. Get a detailed look at his recording process in the new video, and tell us if you're now ready for Stith to drop California 70. - Hot New Hip Hop

LOS ANGELES, CA – As the son of Rap-A-Lot Records CEO James Prince, discovering and cultivating talent comes just as naturally to 29-year-old Jas Prince. About as natural as throwing up the ‘H’ comes to a Houston native when Z-Ro’s “Mo City Don” plays at the club (or anywhere for that matter). Making long-lasting, disruptive sonic splashes with stealth is in the bloodline of Jas Prince and essentially embedded in his DNA. Taking business acumen from his highbrow father, he was able to give the world Drake, a multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated global recording star who just wrapped up a 60-city Summer Sixteen Tour with Future, which grossed over $32 million. Jas eyed the upcoming rapper’s star quality very early on, quickly moving him from Toronto and into the ears of every living soul (re: college student) residing in Houston during the So Far Gone era.

Even while being involved in a years-long, drawn-out, $11 million dollar lawsuit against Young Money and Cash Money Records over Drake royalties, he manages to find the time to develop the next potentially global superstar, who he says has the capabilities to break just as many records as Drake; 21-year-old R&B crooner, producer and songwriter Tone Stith.

With crystal clear vocals and a range that could rival Prince, songwriting skills that could maybe touch Quincy Jones’ pen and dance moves that could possibly match Michael Jackson’s, the world may not be ready for the behemoth that Tone could become but he’s here. Already, he’s earned placement on Chris Brown’s #1 album Royalty, penning the cuts “Make Love” and the Grammy Award-winning singer’s lead #1 single, “Liquor.”

The young musician, born Antonio Stith, has been working on his forthcoming project California 70 with the production team Prblm Slvrs for a minute now and according to Jas it’s pretty much done.

If history has any chance of repeating itself like the old adage says, it appears Tone Stith is next if Jas Prince is any indication of its truth. - Hip Hop DX

Jas Prince discusses his new artist Tone Stith with DJ Vlad. - VladTv

Tone talks about his role on Chris Browns album and advice given to him by Drake. - Vault 1520

A day in the life of Tone Stith. - YouTube