Hostile’s initial flavor mimicked that of Esham, Scareface and Eazy-E and used lyrics typical of the Geto Boys members as a basis for their life style. On a course for imminent disaster, the twins became engulfed in the street life which they so passionately rapped. However, upon the incarceration of a close friend in 1996 and the untimely death of another in 1999, Hostile reevaluated their lives and decided it was time for a change. However in 2003, the group suffered a major set back due to the incarceration of one of its members. During these unpleasant times, the brothers came to realize how important music was to them. Shortly after the jailed twin’s release the two decided it was time for a change, and their record company Neighborhood Music was born.

Since then, Hostile has become IDENTICAL and has been unstoppable ever since. IDENTICAL has been making a name for themselves in the music industry by appearing on such albums as the award winning compilation Inktowns Illest Chapter 2 (Hostile Assassins) (www.detroitrap.com), and the highly anticipated 100% hood mixtape. The duo’s much anticipated debut album Stash Fada Drought, which was released in 2001, has already sold 1,500 copies and continues to be sought after by many. Their project Welcome ta Inksta, is currently set for a mid 2005 release.

Equipped with an innovative sound, a unique flavor and a few hit records, IDENTICAL is making their mark and taking their rightful place in the music industry among the stars. 

In stellar fashion, IDENTICAL has surface on the rap music circuit as a promising duo with a winning combination of street-wise rap lyrics and a new age flavor.

Identical twins, Santoine and Antoine Jackson became Hostile in the early 90’s. “Our friends and mentors said that we had a way of hitting the beat with great hostility and it just stuck,” explains Antoine. Raised by the streets, Identical has an extensive musical history that spans decades.

Early in their career, the duo mimicked their style after there favorite rap groups such as the Geto Boys, and N.W.A. The two used the lyrical style of Esham, Scarface, and Ice Cube as a blueprint for there flavor of rap. However after a life altering tragedy, the two soon realized that IDENTICAL had their own style and decided to take there position in the industry.

Since that time, the twins have accomplished a great deal and continue to reinvent themselves in the ever-changing rap industry. With breakthrough performances at St. Andrews Hall, the University of Michigan and special appearance at Roe’s Hand Carwash, Club Bleu and the Shelter. IDENTICAL has been lighting up the stage through out the Detroit area.

The much anticipated album, Welcome ta Inksta, Features heavy-hitting tracks that are sure to keep radio DJ’s and the listeners begging for more. Production on the album includes new comer Hollow and veteran Art Forrest. With these collaborative efforts and others featured on the album, Welcome ta Inksta is sure to exceed the expectations of IDENTICAL fans.

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