Biography

Tek and Steele, formerly known as the Cocoa Brovaz, are pillars of Hip-Hop’s Golden era, debuting on the scene in 1993 as members of the Boot Camp Clik. The duo made a memorable appearance on Black Moon’s Enta Da Stage then later released their own classic debut, Dah Shinin’.

Since then, Smif N Wessun have continued to make music and tour the world. Their New York grit and hardcore underground appeal have weathered the ever fluctuating hip-hop landscape from gangsta rap, to shiny suits. From ringtone rappers to hipster rap, Smif N’ Wessun have stayed true to their sound resulting in a massive following the world over.

Tek of Smif-N-Wessun - Brooklyn Bodega Interview
June 17, 2010

Tek Smokey Lah of rap duo Smif-N-Wessun shoots the breeze in Bed Stuy with Bodega's Raven the Blazin Eurasian, discussing Duck Down's longevity, the Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival, and what the team has on deck.

Duck Down Records To Celebrate 15th Anniversary At 2010 BHF!!
May 4, 2010

Brooklyn Bodega is proud to celebrate this milestone by a locally owned independent record label that has sold over 3,000,000 albums to date in an era where most labels struggle to break even.