Joey Stylez

Joseph Dale Marlin LaPlante (born May 14, 1981), better known for his stage name Joey Stylez, is a First Nations-Métis Canadian singer-songwriter, rapper, hip-hop artist, First Nations activist, fashion designer, visual artist.

Joey Stylez
Background information
Birth nameJoseph Dale Marlin LaPlante
Born (1981-05-14) May 14, 1981
OriginSaskatchewan, Canada
GenresHip hop, rap, street pop
Occupation(s)Singer, rapper, producer, visual artist
Years active2001–present
LabelsUniversal, Stressed Street, Flight Academy Music
Associated actsDragonette, Ty Dolla Sign, Bun B, Snak The Ripper, The Weeknd, Carsen Gray
Websitejoeystylez.com

Music career

Joey Stylez started freestyle rapping when he was in high school but never started to take it serious until he was in grade 12. He often says he was both naturally good at making music but worked hard to get where is today. He never had his break until 2006 when his cult classic music video "Longway" dropped and it showcased the hard life that the Plains Indians of Canada are forced to live. After making it onto Radio and T.V his music became much lighter and many felt that he had sold out his original core fanbase. But he credits the change in sound and content to the travel and experiences that the success in music brought him, and the music he was making reflected where he was in his life. He has since been back and forth between Rap, Pop and Indie Rock Music.

Early life

Born in North Battleford, Saskatchewan, 1 of 8 siblings Joey is the son of Métis Politician Lorna Ledoux also known as Lorna Docken, and First Nation Political Advisor Gary Laplante. Both his parents came from tough beginnings to find success in their respected fields. His parents split when he was very young and it effected his behaviour in his younger years. He was very much into basketball and would travel to tournaments with his Dads team all across North America. Back in 2003 when his cousin Kevin Mocasin was stabbed to death, it sent him down a dark road he narrowly escaped. There was one instance he speaks about in his workshops where he had a spiritual revelation that came to him as he was facing serious trouble with the law. After he was cleared from the situation he made a promise to his late uncle Isho, and cousin Kevin Mocasin in prayer that he would change his life for the better, and he has honoured that deal since that day.

Discography
  • Trap Famous (mixtape) (2006)
  • Chief of the North (mixtape) (2007)
  • The Blackstar (2009)
  • "The Lost Filez" (2010)
  • Red Makaveli (2012)
  • Feather + Rosary (2013)
  • Medicine Man Mixtape(2014)
  • #GREYMAGIC(2016)
  • The Star Chief(2018)
  • Warrior Sun(2019)

Film and Television

Oscar nominated Screen Writer & Director Taylor Sheridan and Joey Stylez formed a relationship in 2017 when his song "See You in Hell" was featured on Taylor Sheridan's Film "Wind River". Since then he was featured on the T.V series "Yellowstone" season 1 & season 2 as himself.

Visual Art

In high school graffiti art captivated young Joey Stylez and his group of peers. That love of art carried on with him and he took to painting and designing pop art clothing back in 2012. His style has a Street Art and Native American art influence and his work is easily identifiable. Because of his Musial background he has done works for many well known figures in the political and entertainment realm.

Awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Nominated work Category Result
2009 Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards[1] Sugarcane, The Blackstar Best Music Video Won
2010 Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards[1] "Kool Runnin" Aboriginal Songwriter of the Year Won
2010 Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards[1] "The Blackstar" Best Pop CD Won
2017 Indigenous Music Awards "#GREYMAGIC" Best Rap Album Won
2018 Saskatchewan Music Awards Indigenous Artist of the Year Won
Year Ceremony Nominated work Category Result
2010 Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards[1] "The Blackstar" Aboriginal Male Entertainer of the Year Nominated
2010 Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards[1] "The Blackstar" Best New Artist Nominated
2010 Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards[1] "Kool Runnin" Single of the Year Nominated
2010 Canadian Aboriginal Music Awards "The Blackstar" Entertainer of the Year Nominated
2011 Juno "The Blackstar" Aboriginal Album of the Year Nominated
2014 Native American Music Awards "Feather + Rosary" Best Pop Album Nominated
2017 Native American Music Awards "Urban Nativez" with Sten Joddi Single of the Year Nominated

Community work

2013 was a tremendous year of self growth and healing for Joey as he began to travel across North America doing community health & wellness workshops, goal reaching sessions, and promoting a spiritual and clean lifestyle to youth.

Spiritual life

Raised under the Métis Catholic and Traditional Plains Cree teachings, he now spreads his message of gratitude and connects with prayer daily as he spreads a message and promotes a spiritual lifestyle in his travels.

Personal life

Joey often mentions starting a family as his greatest achievement. He has a son and a daughter with his partner Carsen Gray, and they have since planted their roots in the traditional Haida Territory, of Haida Gwaii.

References
  1. "APCMA". Aboriginal Peoples Choice. Aboriginal Peoples Choice. Retrieved June 11, 2014.
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