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Avery Marcel Joshua Jones (born October 16, 1992), known by his stage name Kota The Friend, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer, born and raised in Brooklyn, New York.[1] He got his stage name from the Disney movie Brother Bear and is actually a Native American word "Koda" meaning friend.[2]

Kota The Friend
Birth nameAvery Marcel Joshua Jones
Born (1992-10-16) October 16, 1992 (age 29)
New York City, U.S.
Genres
  • Hip hop
  • East Coast hip hop
Occupation(s)
  • Rapper
  • singer
  • songwriter
  • record producer
  • videographer
Years active2015–present
LabelsFLTBYS
Websitekotathefriend.com

Kota the Friend released his debut mixtape, Palm Tree Liquor in 2016, followed by his second mixtape Paloma Beach in 2017. In 2018, he released his third mixtape, the lengthier Anything, with 2019 marking the release of his first independent studio album, FOTO, followed by the Lyrics to GO, Vol. 1 compilation in January 2020 and then his second studio album, EVERYTHING, in late May of the same year. Kota then went on to release Lyrics to GO, Vol.2 in January 2021 and the collaborative project To Kill A Sunrise with Statik Selektah later in March. Lyrics to GO, Vol.3 was surprise-released in January 2022, with Kota's third studio album, MEMO, following in July of that year.


Early life


Avery Jones was born on October 16, 1992 in Brooklyn, New York City. Growing up around Brooklyn, he developed an affinity for music, learning keyboard, guitar, and bass. He attended the Brooklyn High School of the Arts and Five Towns College for trumpet. During college, he created the rap trio Nappy Hair, releasing two mixtapes, "Autumn", and "Nappy Hair".[3]


Career


Kota the Friend has remained an independent act throughout his career—turning down 3 major record labels; instead, creating his own label and apparel store FLTBYS.[1][4] He frequently cites a do-it-yourself mentality, such as filming his own music videos, recording within a home setup, and producing most of his discography.[5] His mentality was fueled by a desire for freedom and to avoid the sense of musical confinement.

In his debut studio album FOTO, Kota featured appearances from artists Saba and Hello O'shay. Focusing on mellow and jazzy beats, it was praised by many for its quality and attention to detail. FOTO was ranked the 17th best hip-hop album of 2019 by Rolling Stone.[6] He subsequently embarked on his first headlining tour, called the Foto Tour.[7]

His second studio album, EVERYTHING, featured appearances from notable artists such as Joey Badass, Bas, and KYLE, among others. In addition, he featured actress Lupita Nyong'o and actor Lakeith Stanfield in interludes. The album went on to peak at number 162 on the Billboard 200,[8] becoming his first album to chart. The album received positive reception from fans, but was not picked up by any major review outlets at the time.

Kota's third studio album, MEMO, was released in July 2022 with only two features, the returning Hello O'shay and singer Brianna Castro.


Personal life


In a Genius interview, Kota the Friend cited Jay-Z, Nasty C, Kid Cudi, Bob Dylan, The Beatles and others as musical influences.[9]

Kota the Friend has one son.[10]

Kota practices veganism periodically to cleanse himself and put himself in a better mindset.[11]


Discography



Studio albums


Title Details Peak chart positions
US
Billboard 200[8] Album Sales[12]
Anything.
  • Released: February 15, 2018
  • Label: FLTBYS
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming
FOTO
  • Released: May 15, 2019
  • Label: FLTBYS
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming
Lyrics to Go Vol.1
  • Released: January 20, 2020
  • Label: FLTBYS
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming
EVERYTHING
  • Released: May 22, 2020
  • Label: FLTBYS
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming
16231
Lyrics to Go Vol.2
  • Released: January 18, 2021
  • Label: FLTBYS
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming
To Kill a Sunrise
(with Statik Selektah)
  • Released: March 19, 2021
  • Label: FLTBYS
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming
Lyrics to Go Vol.3
  • Released: January 14, 2022
  • Label: FLTBYS
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming
MEMO[13]
  • Released: July 8, 2022
  • Label: FLTBYS
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming

References


  1. Healy, Sean. "Kota the Friend Is Perfectly Happy With Living the Indie Life: 'I Know How the Game Works'". Billboard. Retrieved May 29, 2020.
  2. Making It: Kota The Friend Interview | Pigeons & Planes, retrieved May 12, 2022
  3. Chesman, Donna. "Kota the Friend Has a Heart of Gold: Interview". DJBooth. Retrieved June 6, 2020.
  4. "Brooklyn Hip Hop Artist Kota The Friend Launches FLTBYS Apparel Website With Pop Up Showcase Event Friday May 18, 2018". Brooklyn Buzz.
  5. Bhanot, Ankita. "To Kota The Friend, Home In Brooklyn Is 'Everything'". TheKnockTurnal.
  6. Klinkenberg, Brendan. "20 Best Hip-Hop Albums of 2019". Billboard. Retrieved June 2, 2020.
  7. "KOTA The Friend - 2022 Australia & New Zealand Tour". Illusive Presents. Retrieved May 12, 2022.
  8. "Billboard 200 Chart History". Billboard. Retrieved January 8, 2021.
  9. Jones, Avery. "Kota the Friend". Genius. Retrieved May 29, 2020.
  10. Scott, Ruby. "Kota the Friend Continues to Pave His Own Path in 'Everything' [Q&A]". Onestowatch. Retrieved September 5, 2020.
  11. Kota the Friend Interview: Never Signing, Voting Lil Nas X for President, 'FOTO' | The Lunch Table, retrieved May 12, 2022
  12. "Billboard Current Album Sales History". Billboard. Retrieved January 8, 2021.
  13. "Kota the Friend - MEMO". Apple Music. Retrieved July 8, 2022.

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Avery Marcel Joshua Jones (nacido el 16 de octubre,1992), sabido por su nombre artístico Kota the Friend,("Kota El Amigo") es un rapero afroamericano, cantante, compositor, y productor musical, nacido y criado en Brooklyn, Nueva York.[1]



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