Channing Von Taylor better known by Von-T, is an American rapper, DJ, singer, songwriter, and actor. In January 2019, after premiering the music video for his song "Turn Off the Lights", he became a viral internet sensation accumulating over a million views on World Star Hip-Hop due to his many different styles and his custom helmet. Von-T was discriminated against in the Army and criminally charged for pursuing his musical dream. Hip-Hop being the genre that was specifically targeted. Von-T has now launched what is known as "Operation Musical Freedom” in the attempt to expose and change the laws that allowed this injustice to happen in the first place. This is a movement to put an end to these kinds of actions from happening to anyone else who serves in our armed forces in the future. Von-T also goes by the name TDO Von-T “The Hope of the Streets”. In 2024 he dropped “Get Doe”, which solidified his versatility and proved he really can drop a single in multiple genres separate from each other and they all will still produce massive numbers. In 2023 he dropped one of the hottest EDM tracks that year “Long Time Remix”, In 2022 Von-T has charted twice on Apple Music with his single titled “Lit” placing #23 in Hip-Hop in March and then again in August with his single “Anything 4 U” at #11. He is also trending on Pandora and IHeart Radio as one of the hottest emerging stations with various relevant artists curated on his station. Because of his wide range of talents, mysterious helmet, and astonishing life story he has been rapidly spreading across the world. He released his first album titled “Music Is” in 2021 with the goal to give hope back to the culture and contribute with his music and brand. He will hopefully create a safe space for creativity without fear of backlash from individuals that seemingly hold administrative power over them within his label he established Symbiotic Music Family (SMF). So far Von-T has created Rap, Trap, EDM, 80’s “retro" Synthwave, Rock & Roll, Emo Rap, and R&B. “Work at least 12 hours a day 7 days a week with all 8 eyes open and you will never fail KOVU1278”. Von-T is managed by himself and his single titled “Get Doe” in 2024 took his career through the roof. He then aligned his brand with hundreds of notable brands and small businesses to use his social media platforms to promote those companies who align themselves with his vision and fight for justice. This also boosted his presence in the world of social media influences, gaining millions of followers and connecting them back to his music. One that he works with the most is Gamesir. A video game controller company that produces cutting edge controllers for multiple gaming platforms. He was then nominated in 2025 by IHeart Radio as the #1 Hip-Hop emerging artist to watch.
