CNTRL’s Story

Raised in outback Roma, QLD, CNTRL is a man with a firm belief; that control of self and soul, can nurture prosperity for himself and others around him. Hip-hop found CNTRL at a young age, and from the moment the culture touched his heart he knew exactly what he wanted out of life.

Inspired by the vivid storytelling of Nas, the authentic soul of Big K.R.I.T. and the unrestrained voice of Denzel Curry, the unlimited possibilities of Rap music became apparent to CNTRL, so he began to write. CNTRL grew to understand what Hip-Hop truly was about: giving a voice to those who never felt heard, a voice they could use to take control of their lives. That word, ‘Control’ was one that only made sense as his artistic identity. Hip-Hop was an opportunity for him to not only find his authentic voice, but take control of his destiny.

CNTRL’s music is all about freedom of expression, speaking from the heart and the soul while still remaining focused on being a standout lyricist and an energetic performer. Above all else, CNTRL wants to be an inspiration to others, a voice for those who have none and a helping hand to the people who are down on their luck. He wants to be to his fans, what Hip-Hop was to him: hope.

Breakout achievements like the heartfelt tribute, 'Jahseh,' to the late-XXXTentacion, is one of CNTRL’s standout examples of wearing his passion on his sleeve – with fans crediting it’s success to the vulnerability of its lyrics.

The now 26 year old creative has since made spotlight appearances on dozens of international and local rap competitions; from Kato's No Sucka MCS to Ali Tomineek's variety of cyphers. CNTRL’s flurry of heavyweight collabs like, "B***hNoWay!" and “Exotic” with AZ-based artist Moxas garnered attention within the local and international Youtube scene. Praise from prominent creator, No Life Shaq quickly ensued as he lost composure upon his first time hearing B***hNoWay!.

Check out his reaction here: https://youtu.be/mPaOpJLPpC0?t=1339

CNTRL has managed to attract the eyes and ears of thousands of listeners across the globe, completely independently, commanding respect from peers and fans alike, both as an artist and as a person.

With his latest album set to take a more introspective approach, CNTRL aims to peel back yet another layer expressing his inner creativity, while also digging into what makes him the man he is today…

 

Accolades

1.5m+ Total Streams across all Platforms

  • 850k+ Streams on XXXTentacion Tribute Jahseh

  • 225k+ Streams on BitchNoWay feat. Moxas

  • 225k+ Streams on Exotic! feat. Moxas

  • 40k+ Streams on Did It Myself feat. Samad Savage

  • 25k+ Streams on Emergency feat. Oren Major and From The Jump

  • Shouted out on Instagram by Kizz Daniel (6 million+ IG followers) during his #FVCKYouChallenge (500k views and 100k likes)

  • Reacted to by NoLifeShaq (3 Million+ Subscribers)

  • Winner of Samad Savage’s Goodnight Remix Contest

  • Winner of Ali Tomineek’s Big Plans Cypher

  • Winner of Young A.V.K's King Cypher

  • Honourable Mention in Futuristic’s Cool AF and Now Or Never Challenge