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Chris Tolentino also known as the artist Icaboyd, is an original Alternative Pop/Rock singer, songwriter, and musician from Maryland. He has written and recorded over 80 songs to date. His songs have been featured on compilation CD’s with Iggy Pop, The Thrills, O.A.R., Al Green, The Bloody Lovelies, etc.
After 3 full-length CD releases Chris is hitting the road, performing his originals and cover songs from the 80’s, 90’s and today. Using the latest technology, Chris blends his unique vocals while playing the electric guitar to his one-man-band arrangement. Chris delivers high energy shows packed with fun and feeling. Rounding out his lifelong passion for music, Chris continues to write and record songs for his new CD to be released this year.
Chris began his music career as the lead singer and bass player for the Alternative Rock band SmudgeProof in 1999. After touring for 3 years, SmudgeProof released one full-length CD and showcased a final performance at the Millennium Music Conference in 2001. Since 2001, Chris has embarked on a solo-career that has seen many achievements. “That Wasn’t Chicken”, a song from his first CD has been featured on Indie and college radio stations throughout the U.S. Then in 2003 Chris released his second CD, and the track “My Addiction” was featured on the Kid Antrim compilation CD. To date though the biggest release is from his third CD entitled ‘Friday Night Disco’, the song “Carry Me On” was runner-up in the 2004 VH1 song of the year contest, and was featured on the One Way Magazine (issue #6) CD compilation in Los Angeles.
Speed up to January 2009, and after a 5 year hiatus Chris releases his latest CD - 'East To West'. This CD features 11 exciting new songs. Reserve your copy today or purchase online!