Tone Royal is an Austin-based hip-hop artist known for his sharp wordplay, dynamic delivery, and versatile storytelling. Born in San Antonio and raised in Columbus, Georgia, he dropped his first album at 18 with the rap group InnerMost Truth before launching a successful solo career. Tone was twice crowned champion of Austin’s Rap For A Stack competition and earned Album of the Year at the ATX Hip-Hop Awards for his 2019 EP Late. Featured on mysa.com’s “21 Rising Stars in Their 20s,” he has opened for legends like GZA, Rakim, and Atmosphere. An official SXSW artist, Tone Royal commands stages locally and internationally, captivating crowds from hundreds to thousands.