"Outside For The Summer" by Tonio Armani and Lil Jon is a party-ready set of tracks for the summer blending funk, soul, and hip-hop.

Singer Tonio Armani and rap icon Lil Jon enlisted Snoop Dogg, The Ying Yang Twins, and Nila Milan on their new album Outside For The Summer, which sounds exactly like what its title suggests. It's a party-ready set of tracks blending funk, soul, hip-hop, and more to craft boisterous and playful bangers. As a Death Row Records signee, Tonio is putting on for the label with this new release, tapping Tha Doggfather to keep West Coast vibes alive.

Read More…

In 1991, when Suge Knight, Dr. Dre, and a small circle of believers planted a flag in Los Angeles, nobody knew they were laying the cornerstone of a cultural empire. By 1992, The Chronic didn’t just drop it set the industry off. By 1993, a kid named Snoop Doggy Dogg turned Doggystyle into the fastest-selling debut in hip-hop history. And by 1996, Tupac Shakur walked through those doors and turned Death Row into a movement that the world is still studying, still quoting, still mourning, and still trying to imitate.

Read More…

Tonio Armani steps into the legacy of Death Row: The Revival

Who are you outside of the music — and how does that show up in your sound?

I’m a family guy. I’m the everyday dad and working man. You can hear it in my music because I talk about putting the work in and getting something out of it. My music comes from my experiences whether it’s what I’ve seen, where I’ve been, what I feel, or what I’ve gone through.

What does your voice represent that’s missing in music right now?

A grown man’s sound. That Gerald Lavert, that raspy growl. The greats like Barry White, Ray Charles, and James Brown’s full tones that’s making a comeback.

Read more…

Tonio Armani (Live) on Access Hollywood with Mario Lopez and Kit Hoover

Southern Soul’s own Tonio Armani stopped by Access Hollywood as a Special Guest alongside Mario Lopez and Ms. Kit Hoover, talking about his journey from serving 10 years in the military (US Army) 🇺🇸 to becoming one of the hottest names in Southern Soul Urban Soul and Dance music. Tonio also opened up about being signed to legendary rapper Snoop Dogg and the iconic Death Row Records, proving that hard work, faith, and staying true to yourself can change your life. And if that wasn’t big enough… April 16th is now officially “Tonio Armani Day” in Columbus! From the Army boots to the big stage… The journey continues. Salute to everybody supporting the movement!

Watch Now

COMPLEX: Tonio Armani Performs "Money (That's What I Want)" Live | Still Lounge

Ernie Barnes’ Sugar Shack, one of the most iconic paintings in pop culture, has lived many lives. From the end credits of ‘Good Times’, and Marvin Gaye’s “I Want You” cover art, to inspiring the poster for the 2025 Academy Award–nominated film ‘Sinners.’ Rooted in the cultural legacy of this 1976 masterpiece and the renewed love for 1960s in-house band studio sessions, we introduce the Still Lounge: an intimate space where artists deliver soulful performances under the musical direction of Anderson .Paak and the direction of Fatima Robinson, recorded live at the historic Henson Studios in Los Angeles. We bring you Columbus, Georgia’s own Tonio Armani, with a voice that’s lived-in, not manufactured. He steps into the Still Lounge to deliver his rendition of Barrett Strong’s “Money (That’s What I Want).”

Watch Now

National recording artist Tonio Armani returns to Columbus for Lions home opener

Singer-songwriter performed at halftime and received proclamation declaring ‘Tonio Armani Day’

SEE MORE

We’re thrilled to announce the winners of the "Country Girl Line Dance Challenge" — join SWYD in celebrating these standout performers whose videos got the most views on social media:

• Tyone Curry
• Prod OneKay
• Gway Jeremy
• Rakeem “Thumper” Carr
• Billy Dee Brown

Huge thanks to everyone who took part, shared, and voted — your energy and support made this contest a true community celebration. If you haven’t seen the winning video yet, go ahead and check it out for yourself — the moves say it all!

Special shoutout to Tonio Armani × Armani Music Group and Snoop Dogg × Death Row Records for backing the vibe, and to ALL IN Sports Bar & Lounge in Morrow, Georgia for hosting. Photo credit: Kisha Renee Gardner.

October London Drops Hot “Touch On Me” Remix Featuring Tonio Armani 

October London has returned with a new remix of the hit single “Touch On Me” featuring Tonio Armani. The edition brings a new flavor on the original track, mixing R&B with Southern soul. While the song is bubbling up, October London is readying for a run of live dates in the US and Europe.

Read More

October London Taps Tonio Armani For “Touch On Me” Remix

October London has officially released a new remix of his hit single “Touch On Me,” featuring Death Row Records labelmate and Southern soul artist Tonio Armani. This latest version introduces Armani’s distinctive Southern soul vocal textures to the track, which originally appeared on London’s sophomore studio  album, October Nights. The collaboration marks a significant moment for the current Death Row roster, as both artists have become key figures in the label’s recent R&B and soul-focused expansion under the leadership of Snoop Dogg.

Read More