Candy Coated Killahz facts for kids

Candy Coated Killahz was a cool Canadian music group from Toronto, Ontario. They were known for mixing different music styles like hip-hop, R&B, and electronic sounds. They even had their own special name for their music: "Ghettotronic." This sound was a mix of hip-hop, old-school dance, and electronic music.

Their song "It Factor" became very popular on the radio. It was also featured in a movie called I Can Do Bad All By Myself by Tyler Perry. After this success, DJ Danthrax joined the group as the third member. Together, they created their second album, Neon Black, which came out in July 2011. Some popular songs from this album include "Neon Black" and "Light Up This City."

Meet Candy Coated Killahz

How the Band Started

The main members of Candy Coated Killahz, Icon the Anomali and Tasha Dash, first met when they were teenagers. They were both working at a restaurant in downtown Toronto. At that time, they were each working on their own music projects. However, they decided to put those on hold when they started writing songs together.

Tasha became the producer for the group. Their music quickly changed from street hip-hop to their unique "Ghettotronic" sound. This sound blended hip-hop with old-school dance and electronic music.

Who Were the Band Members?

Tasha Schumann

Tasha Schumann was the band's producer, co-writer, and lead singer. She is one of the few female music producers in the industry. Tasha is a talented musician who can play many instruments. She also performs under the name "Tasha Dash."

Tasha grew up in Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario. She played in rock bands when she was younger. She moved to Toronto after high school to find more chances to make hip-hop and electronic music. Tasha is German-Jamaican. She often says that groups like Outkast, TLC, 2Unlimited, and No Doubt influenced her music style.

Michael "Icon the Anomali" Akinlabi

Michael Ayodeji Akinlabi was the lead singer for Candy Coated Killahz. He was born in Nigeria. He performs using the stage name Icon the Anomali. Besides music, Icon also creates comic books and designs video games. He has said that Michael Jackson was a big inspiration for him.

Danthrax

Danthrax joined Candy Coated Killahz as the group's DJ and co-producer. He helped the band write and produce their second album, Neon Black.

Their Music: Albums and Singles

Studio Albums

• Neon Black (2011), released by MapleMusic Recordings & Hot Steam Records
• It Factor (2008), released by Hot Steam Records (Independent)
• Bloodsugar: The Mixtape (2007), released by Hot Steam Records (Independent)

Singles

• "Light Up This City" - This song was written by T. Schumann, M. Akinlabi, and D. Hartrell. It was produced by D. Hartrell and T. Schumann.
• "Neon Black" - This song was written by T. Schumann, M. Akinlabi, and D. Hartrell. It was produced by T. Schumann and D. Hartrell.