Christopher France (born July 8, 1976), better known by his stage name Thrust, is a Canadian rapper from Toronto, Ontario. He is most known for his appearance on the Rascalz' 1998 single "Northern Touch," which also features Kardinal Offishall, Choclair, and Checkmate. He was also featured on the pop band soulDecision's biggest hit "Faded". Thrust has taught an Artist Series at the Harris Institute of Music in Toronto.[1]
Thrust | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Christopher France |
| Born | July 8, 1976 |
| Origin | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Genres | Hip hop |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper, songwriter |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 1996–present |
In 1994 he was featured in Andrew Munger's documentary film Make Some Noise.[2]
Discography
edit- Past, Present, Future (1996)
- The Chosen Are Few (2001)
- Thrust OG x BoFaat - Like its 1994 (2021 BoFaat Music)
- Thrust OG x BoFaat - Broken Arrow (Black Buffalo Records 2022)
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ Harris Institute
- ^ Craig MacInnis, "Hip-hop culture makes some noise". Toronto Star, April 22, 1995.
External links
edit- Talking Canadian rap history in this video feature with veteran Toronto emcee Thrust, ugsmag.com.
- Canadian hip hop gets the Northern Touch
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