Stefan Barone is a Staten Island, NY native, outspoken activist, and hip hop artist. As an emcee, his songs and freestyles range from introspective, sarcastic, to political and rageful, with lyrics meant to be the mantra of protest chant. Drawing inspiration from the hardened, yet vulnerable truths of DMX, double entendres of Jay-Z, and the boundaries of freedom of speech pushed by Eminem, Barone brings back what was once lost from New York City. As the co-founder and C.E.O. of the independent Red Planet Records, LLC, his influence can be heard in some of New York’s best up-and-coming new artists, including label co-founder and brother, Jordan Barone. Also known for his work as an advocate for children and teens experiencing bullying, his lyrics encapsulate societal issues, and offer raw human emotion.