BIO
IMQ, is a breath of fresh air in an otherwise smug music industry. Hailing from & born in Long Beach, California comes the (Ghanaian heritage) composer 🎼 /rapper/singer 👨🏾🎤 👽 with much audacity & spunk.
At the tender age of 7, IMQ discovered the prowess of his vocal instrument. He began experimenting and testing the depths of his musical creativity at age 10, learning to compose and write his own music. He learned to sing by mimicking songs that he heard on the radio and Disney animations. IMQ’s first work of art was developed with Steve Milne from Grounds for Dismissal, entitled “What Love Feels Like.” Self-sufficient and independent, IMQ brilliantly taught himself to produce music using a music software program called Cakewalk. The talent was present, but support was lacking
The decision to dedicate his being to music was not an easy one. Anyone who has parents knows how they can have a gripping influence on crucial decisions we make in life. For IMQ, this was the decision to devote his life to his music, or to devote himself to the life his parents wanted for him. Fortuitous to the music world, he dedicated his talents to create positivity through music. Along the journey, he worked with music producer, Quino, in Atlanta who taught him invaluable skills on how to structure a song with masterly finesse. A coalescence of these skills and fortunes produced the artist that he is today: fearless, unconventional, and enterprising.
Specializing in hip hop & pop; IMQ creates music that colors outside of the lines, especially pertaining to the subject matter of his lyrics. He draws inspiration from his African heritage and everyday surroundings. Traveling and being on the open road helps him to escape the noise of his life and enter the realm of musical inventiveness. He rides on the fast-propelling wings of self-assurance knowing he can sing almost any genre of music. IMQ music can almost be considered alternative. His ability to set himself apart from other artists is rooted in his evasion of the banalities of today’s music culture. Musical masters like Drake, Kanye West, The Weeknd, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi vert are recognized for the contributions they made in influencing his style.
The Movado Watch company noticed IMQ’s talent and featured his song, “Hot Lil Thang” in their watch campaign. Later, he was awarded Movado’s Future Legends plaque, presented by Derek Jeter and, Movado CEO, Efraim Grinberg.
IMQ’s song, When She’s Around, was featured in the movie “Pieces of David.” IMQ did a Snap Chat reality series called Second Chance in 2018. In 2020 IMQ played the part of Lil Tone, in Joe Robert Cole (co-wrote Black Panther) Netflix movie “All Day And A Night.” IMQ is a SAG Actor with more roles on the way. While these accomplishments are commendable, IMQ’s greatest achievements are yet to come. He aspires to sell out Madison Square Garden, win a Grammy, be the main headliner at the Super Bowl, and establish a foundation for musically gifted children who are passionate about learning music. The journey is only beginning for this budding artist, and he wants your support on the road to success!

VIDEOS

'CORONA VIRUS'

'GUCCI'

'HOT LIL THANG' - Movado watch placement

'VACATION' (lyric video)
NEWS

GLOBAL MONEY WORLD
April 21, 2021
To stand out in Hip Hop, an artist has to be undeniable. A genre that is more crowded by the day, it takes a stellar level of talent, that not only shines to the fullest in the music, but the star presence as well to make you buy into them. When we heard IMQ’s “Get Money” we felt that undeniable presence. A swaggy display of music thats infectious and makes you want know more about the person behind the music. He was gracious enough to take time to answer some questions for us. Below is the interview
Who is IMQ the artist?
IMQ is a rapper, singer/songwriter actor, born and raised in Long Beach Ca. He’s a Triple threat & can do it all. Great performer and dancer too. I have been singing & rapping since I was 7 years old. IMQ is stylish, eclectic, & a ballsy risk-taker
What was the creative process for your song “Get Money” ?
The creative for “Get Money,” was I was listening to a lot of drill rappers. My producer Bex sent me a random drill beat in a “pack of beats.” I was immediately inspired to write something to it when I heard. I just get this sense of urgency when I’m inspired. I had a connection to the beat, that made me want to write a feel good anthem subject that everyone everyday is chasing; Get Money. It’s the hustle and grind/payoff at the end of the day.
What is the biggest thing you want people to take away from your music?
The biggest I want people to take away from my music, is that I always try to motivate people, give a piece of myself in every record, and always try to have a positive message in every song I do.
If you could give any advice to someone looking to become an independent artist, what would it be?
My Advice would be, don’t give up, u gotta be prepared for the long hard journey; but it’s rewarding when you put in the work. Find your sound and run with it!
What’s next for IMQ?
Next for me is, I’m in studio putting together an ep, that I’m dropping this summer. I’m shooting a music video for my 2 new songs. Touring this summer to promote my new projects when things open up more. Global domination of the music industry. 💯
Check out IMQ “Coronavirus” and follow him on Instagram. Stay Global my Friends!

Role – Lil Tone; All day and A night

When She’s around song placement
– Pieces of David movie

On set of ‘All Day and A Night’ movie
SHOWS
UPCOMING
July 4, 2021
Club XS strip club
Wilmington, CA IMQ @ 10pm
FEB 25
2020
Sofitel LA
Los Angeles, CA – 02.25.20
DEC 16
2019
Sofitel LA
Los Angeles, CA – 12.16.19
JUN 23
2019
DNA LOUNGE
San Francisco CA.
DEC 02
2018
Complex Oakland
Oakland, CA – 12.02.18
DEC 01
2018
Harlow’s Restaurant and Nightclub
Sacramento, CA – 12.01.18
NOV 29
2018
Club Los Globos
Los Angeles, CA – 11.29.18
FEB 18
2018
Brick
San Francisco, CA – 02.18.18
OCT 08
2017
Brick & Mortar
San Francisco, CA – 10.08.17
OCT 08
2017
Brick
San Francisco, CA – 10.08.17
AUG 06
2017
Brick & Mortar
San Francisco, CA – 08.06.17
Past Shows
View Upcoming Shows
AUG 18
2016
Monroe
San Francisco, CA – 08.18.16
•
3:00 PM
6/25/2016
Direct2Exec/Coast2Coast Live Showcase
• North Hollywood, CA
MAY 19
2016
Monroe
San Francisco, CA – 05.19.16
FEB 21
2016
Milk Bar
San Francisco, CA – 02.21.16
NOV 22
2015
Milk Bar
San Francisco, CA – 11.22.15
SEP 13
2015
Milk Bar
San Francisco, CA – 09.13.15
MAY 23
2015
Britannia Arms Almaden
San Jose, CA – 05.23.15
MAY 23
2015
Britannia Arms Cupertino
San Jose, CA – 05.23.15
APR 28
2015
Fenix LIVE
San Rafael, CA – 04.28.15
APR 20
2015
Brain Wash
San Francisco, CA – 04.20.15
DEC 29
2013
Westview Meadows
Montpelier, VT – 12.29.13
Past Shows
View Upcoming Shows
DEC 06
2012
House of Blues
West Hollywood, CA – 12.06.12
AUG 17
2012
NEW KARIBBEAN CITY
Oakland, CA – 08.17.12
JUN 21
2012
Red Devil Lounge
San Francisco, CA – 06.21.12
MAY 10
2012
Red Devil Lounge
San Francisco, CA – 05.10.12
MAR 04
2012
Westview Meadows
Montpelier, CA – 03.04.12