In a world where cloning is the in thing, here comes a young man determined to make a difference. Growing up in New York’s Lower Eastside of Manhattan, like every urban neighborhood in the country reeking of pessimistic situations, the epitome of positive thinking leading to a greater cause is emphasized when ‘Fokis’ is mentioned. "Growing up the 2nd youngest of five brothers and a single mother; he already had his work cut out for himself. Toughening up came early. "My mother wore both hats and she did an excellent job." Coming from a musical family of Dominican decent, consisting of two U.S. Navy older brothers, one of which had a rap album making substantial noise in Japan respectively, it was inevitable that he would be in the position he’s in today. "I couldn’t escape it, I was destined for this!" he solidifies. "I do it because I love it, whether I’m platinum or wood I’m gonna do music for life," Fokis continues. "…I’m sure people will appreciate my contribution to the game."

The man stands today at 5’11, 200 plus pounds, and stocky. Just on looks alone, you already know he’s going to be a problem on the microphone, but if you know anything about this culture, perception without substance will never get you out of the cellar. In this case, we have the best of both worlds with ‘Fokis!’ The individual who brought you songs such as ‘No Chaser’ featuring Wu- Tang’s Killah Priest and the Charlemagne produced ‘I Got U’ is ready to splash the Industry with his Debut album titled ‘More Than One Way.’ with songs like the stellar recording, ‘Dress Shoes’, ‘Throwback’, Feat. Kool G Rap, ‘We Livin Now’ Feat. Rahsaan Patterson and many many more "My new single is called ‘Dress Shoes’; it’s a dope record for the grown and sexy," states a confident Fokis. "I feel that my music is reality based. Itin ’s for the wild teen, hustler, gangster, college student, 9-5 worker, child, parent, teen mom etc. This is real life music!”

With a deep passion for the music, alongside a strict work ethic, he can not be deterred. Fokis, has opened up for such stellar acts like Common Sense and the Beat Nuts. Fokis, has also rocked the club scenes in N.Y. (i.e. The Legendary China Club and the infamous Club New York). Fokis set off on his own East Coast Promotional Tour (hitting Florida, N.C., Virginia, Delaware, and Boston), and becoming a presence at all major events including the DJ Mix Show Power Summits in Puerto Rico the last 2 years, hard work is obviously his middle name. "I have been an underdog all my life and being a minority from the ghetto, the chips are stacked against you from the jump. So for me, prevailing is the greatest thing ever. Fokis stands for hard work and excellence," states Fokis. "I represent struggle and victory. Anything is possible if you put your mind to it and FOKIS ".

With his independent record label ‘Loyalty Records’ on the rise, it won’t be long before these major companies start knocking at his door. With a combined total of 7,000 cd’s and records sold over a span of 2 years, He foreshadows, "In a year from now I see my self celebrating the merger between my company Loyalty Records and Universal or some other major out there. Working on another album, and with at least $250,000 in my bank account." Now that’s what I call taking destiny by the horns.