P-Pressure
Peter Anthony, better known by his stage name P-Pressure, is an artist that promises to bring the hottest beats and lyrics to the New York Hip Hop scene! His main goals are to create music to entertain his fans, reach a level of lyrical supremacy and have some global input on Hip Hop music.
Early Life
P-Pressure was born on January 20th 1989 in Nigeria. At age seven he moved to New York City with his family. Artist such as Big L, Big Pun, Slick Rick and Tupac Shakur served as influences in his early music career. P-Pressure has always had a tremendous understanding of American Hip Hop. He quickly discovered he enjoyed creating music as much as listening to it and by age fourteen, he was writing his own lyrics. He always knew he had talent, but in 2003 he made the decision to pursue his life\'s passion and start showcasing his music.
Music Career
P-Pressure draws inspiration from day to day life. Whether from his days in Nigeria, or his life now in New York City, P-Pressure explains, “life is life no matter where you live.” With singles such as \"Big Boy Moves”, “Head Nod”, and “Boom,” it is clear that P-Pressure can write lyrics that are personal, entertaining and soulful. When his heartfelt lyrics are matched with great musical production, it creates a combination that is sure to impress any Hip-Hop fan.
At 23 years old, he has already made a name for himself in New York City and he is ready to break out to the rest of the World.
Accomplishments
• Guinness Book of World Records twice for his participation in the Annual Rap- A- Thon. This event showcased over 24 hours of continuous lyrical ability, which featured some of New York’s elite and upcoming Hip Hop talent.
• Bet 106 n Park Wild Out Wednesday (JAN 12TH 2011).
• Garageband featured hip hop artist of the week.
• Stop the violence concert series.
• Best up and coming artist award from the Magic Johnson Theater’s, hip hop culture center.
• Started independent record label WEOWNIT RECORDS with Joshua Hardee and Martin Whitter in 2009.
• Graduated with a bachelor of arts in Economics 2012.
• Started T- shirts press company \"pressure prints\" in 2012.
• Performed at Taj lounge, iguana lounge, mingles, shangai lounge hotel, crash mansion, shrine nyc.