Draft:Taffeta (Dominican Rapper)
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Comment: I suggest finding sources and building the article from those sources. The entire draft will need to be rewritten. Tarlby (t) (c) 00:55, 28 July 2025 (UTC)
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Biography'
Taffeta, whose real name is José Wellington Torres, is a Dominican-American rapper and entrepreneur originating from Dyckman Street, in Washington Heights, New York City. Known for blending philosophical lyricism with dense literary and cultural references, he emerged from the New York underground hip-hop scene in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
'Early Life and Education'
José Wellington Torres attended the City College of New York from 2002 to 2014, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and a Master of Arts in the Study of the Americas.
Early Career and 3ser Mundo
Taffeta began his rapping career in 1996 with the underground collective 3ser Mundo, which was founded in 1994 by Mr. Danny Chino and Bane (who changed his name to Dido 3res Ehmeh in 2002). Within 3ser Mundo, he honed a distinctive lyrical style characterized by complex rhyme schemes and intricate wordplay.
'Money Hunter Collective and Mixtapes'
In 1999, Taffeta joined forces with fellow 3ser Mundo member Dido 3res Ehmeh, rapper A.L1, and Harlem-based rapper Castro to form the Money Hunter Collective. The group gained prominence in New York City’s underground Latin rap circuit, notably engaging in a high-profile lyrical feud with rival Spanish rap collective Tigeraje809 between 2003 and 2004. Between 2002 and 2006, Money Hunter Collective released several influential mixtapes including “La Píldora Roja,” “Huntin Szn,” and a collaborative project featuring various emerging New York City rappers. These releases solidified the group’s reputation for gritty street narratives and innovative lyrical content.
T-Boy Clothing (2005–2013)'
In 2005, Taffeta, along with A.L1 and his brother Double, co-founded T-Boy, an iconic urban Latin clothing brand that gained notable popularity in the United States and internationally, including recognition in Japan. Known for producing unique, custom-designed streetwear, T-Boy became a staple within urban fashion circles until its closure in 2013, after which Double assumed sole operational control.
'Bloc Petroleum and English-language Projects (2014–2019')
Following T-Boy’s closure, Taffeta shifted his entrepreneurial efforts towards music production and management, founding the music label Bloc Petroleum in 2014. Focusing primarily on English-speaking artists from his Dyckman neighborhood, the label released notable mixtapes such as “Dyckman: The Mixtape,” “Omertà,” and “The Greenroom Chronicles,” showcasing emerging local talent.
Solo Career and Major Releases (2020–present)
Taffeta redirected his focus towards his solo career in 2020, launching the critically acclaimed album “El Hijo Nativo” (colloquially known as “vlum 1”), which introduced audiences to his mature style blending street narratives with philosophical introspection. Its follow-up, “El Hijo Nativo vlum 2,” released in 2023, featured collaborations with artists such as Cuervo Loomi and Chilean rapper Capuchino. In parallel, Taffeta reunited with the Money Hunter Collective in 2022 to release “Huntin Szn vlum 2,” continuing their legacy from the early 2000s. A subsequent installment, “Huntin Szn vlum 3,” was released directly to YouTube in 2024. As of 2025, Taffeta has been releasing singles leading up to the third installment of his acclaimed “El Hijo Nativo” series, with a full album release scheduled for August 10, 2025.
Style and Legacy Taffeta is widely respected for his high-level lyrical ability, incorporating dense and poetic references drawn from literature, philosophy, and global cultures. His work is often compared to celebrated Spanish-language rappers such as Canserbero and Residente. Known for his entrepreneurial ventures and consistent underground presence, Taffeta continues to be recognized as an influential voice within both the Spanish and bilingual hip-hop communities.