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{{Short description|American rapper}}
{{Infobox musical artist
{{Infobox musical artist
|name = Hanz On
| name = Hanz On
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| birth_name = Anthony Messado
|background = solo_singer
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| alias = Hannibal The Great
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|birth_name = Anthony Messado
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| image = Hanz On at the Double Door in Chicago.png
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|alias = Hannibal The Great
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| caption =
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|image = Hanz On at the Double Door in Chicago.png|thumb|Rapper Hanz On on stage at the Double Door club in Chicago.
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| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1974|07|24}}
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| origin = [[Staten Island]], [[New York (state)|New York]], [[United States]]
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|birth_date = {{birth date and age|1974|07|24}}
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| genre = [[East Coast hip hop]]
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|origin = [[Staten Island]], [[New York (state)|New York]], [[United States]]
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| years_active = 2007–present
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|genre = [[East Coast hip hop]]
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| label = Hanz On Music
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|years_active = 2010–present
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| associated_acts = [[Wu-Tang Clan]], [[List of Wu-Tang Clan affiliates|Wu-Tang Killa Beez]], Carlton Fisk
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|label = Hanz On Music
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| website = [http://hanzonmusic.com www.hanzonmusic.com]
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| associated_acts = [[Wu-Tang Clan]], [[Method Man]], [[Raekwon]], [[Ghostface Killah]], [[Inspectah Deck]], Carlton Fisk
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|website = [http://www.haznonmusic.com/ www.hanzonmusic.com]
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'''Anthony Messado''' (born July 24, 1974),<ref>{{cite web|url=http://hanzonmusic.com/artists/hanz-on-hannibal-the-great-biography-page/ |title=Hanz On Music Artist Bio |publisher=Hanz On Music.}}</ref> better known by the [[stage name]] '''Hanz On''' or '''Hannibal The Great''', is an [[United States|American]] [[rapper]] and an affiliate of the [[Wu-Tang Clan]]. He released his solo debut, ''Out Of Chef's Kitchen'' in 2010, and has since co-founded a record label called Hanz On Music. He is closely tied to another W-Tang Clan affiliate named Carlton Fisk.
'''Anthony Messado''' (born July 24, 1974),<ref>{{cite web|url=http://hanzonmusic.com/artists/hanz-on-hannibal-the-great-biography-page/ |title=Hanz On Music Artist Bio |publisher=Hanz On Music.}}</ref> better known by the [[stage name]] '''Hanz On''' or '''Hannibal The Great''', is an American [[rapper]] and an affiliate of the [[Wu-Tang Clan]]. He released his solo debut, ''Out Of Chef's Kitchen'' in 2010, and has since co-founded a record label called Hanz On Music. He is closely tied to another Wu-Tang Clan affiliate named Carlton Fisk.


== Music career ==
== Music career ==
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Hanz On released his debut album, ''Out Of Chef's Kitchen'', after signing to [[Ice Water Inc.]] in 2010. He had previously been a part of Ice Water and featured on their debut crew and compilation albums. The solo album contained verses from [[Raekwon]], [[Inspectah Deck]], and [[Busta Rhymes]] among others.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.silive.com/entertainment/music/index.ssf/2010/04/post_24.html |title=Staten Island rapper Hanz On isn't chasing hip-hop fairy tales -- he wants stability |publisher=SILive}}</ref>
Hanz On released his debut album, ''Out Of Chef's Kitchen'', after signing to [[Ice Water Inc.]] in 2010. He had previously been a part of Ice Water and featured on their debut crew and compilation albums. The solo album contained verses from [[Raekwon]], [[Inspectah Deck]], and [[Busta Rhymes]] among others.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.silive.com/entertainment/music/index.ssf/2010/04/post_24.html |title=Staten Island rapper Hanz On isn't chasing hip-hop fairy tales -- he wants stability |publisher=SILive}}</ref>


In August 2009, Hanz attained notoriety after an incident during that year's [[Rock The Bells]] festival. Hanz punched rapper [[Joe Budden]] in the face because of a feud that Budden had with [[Raekwon]] and other members of the [[Wu Tang Clan]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h5Xi1TtQmGw |title=Exclusive: Meet Hanz, The Guy Who Punched Joe Budden!!! |publisher=VLADtv}}</ref>
In August 2009, Hanz attained notoriety after an incident during that year's [[Rock The Bells]] festival. Hanz punched rapper [[Joe Budden]] in the face because of a feud that Budden had with [[Raekwon]] and other members of the [[Wu Tang Clan]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h5Xi1TtQmGw |title=Exclusive: Meet Hanz, The Guy Who Punched Joe Budden!!! |publisher=VLADtv}}</ref>


=== Hanz On Music, ''Back to Sicily Mixtape'', and ''Method Man Presents: Hannibal The Great'' ===
=== Hanz On Music, ''Back to Sicily Mixtape'', and ''Method Man Presents: Hannibal The Great'' ===
In 2012, Hanz On partnered with Staten Island businessman Ettore Mazzei to launch record label Hanz On Music, formally leaving Ice Water Inc. In late 2012 it was announced that the new label's first release would be the "Back to Sicily Mixtape"<ref>{{cite web|url=http://hoodtohoodonline.com/2012/09/back_to_scily_free/ |title="Back To Sicily"- Hannibal The Great |publisher=Hood To Hood Online}}</ref> hosted by [[DJ Kay Slay]]. ''Back To Sicily'' featured appearances from [[Method Man]] and [[Inspectah Deck]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://news.yahoo.com/hanz-music-drops-hannibal-great-back-sicily-mixtape-070654498.html |title=Hanz On Music Drops Hannibal the Great, Back to Sicily Mixtape Hosted by DJ Kay Slay featuring Method Man, Inspectah Deck, Carlton Fisk, Easy & Cheddar Bang |publisher=Yahoo! News}}</ref> A music video for lead single ''We Did It'' was produced in September 2012. Hanz On's second solo LP titled ''[[Method Man]] Presents: Hannibal The Great'' was released in 2013 and featured Method Man, [[Ghostface Killah]], and Inspectah Deck.
In 2012, Hanz On launched record label Hanz On Music, formally leaving Ice Water Inc. In late 2012 it was announced that the new label's first release would be the "Back to Sicily Mixtape"<ref>{{cite web |url=http://hoodtohoodonline.com/2012/09/back_to_scily_free/ |title="Back To Sicily"- Hannibal The Great |publisher=Hood To Hood Online |access-date=2013-02-23 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20130411044426/http://hoodtohoodonline.com/2012/09/back_to_scily_free/ |archive-date=2013-04-11 |url-status=dead }}</ref> hosted by [[DJ Kay Slay]]. ''Back To Sicily'' featured appearances from [[Method Man]] and [[Inspectah Deck]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://news.yahoo.com/hanz-music-drops-hannibal-great-back-sicily-mixtape-070654498.html |title=Hanz On Music Drops Hannibal the Great, Back to Sicily Mixtape Hosted by DJ Kay Slay featuring Method Man, Inspectah Deck, Carlton Fisk, Easy & Cheddar Bang |publisher=Yahoo! News}}</ref> A music video for lead single ''We Did It'' was produced in September 2012. Hanz On's second solo LP titled ''[[Method Man]] Presents: Hannibal The Great'' was released in 2013 and featured Method Man, [[Ghostface Killah]], and Inspectah Deck.

== Legal issues ==
In June 20, 1994, Hanz On was sentenced to 3 years in prison after third-degree criminal possession of weapon substance. On January 28, 1998, Hanz On was released from prison.

In February 16, 1999, Hanz On was sentenced to 3 years in prison after third-degree criminal sale control substance. On October 24, 2002, Hanz On was released from prison.

In May 1, 2003, Hanz On was sentenced to 3 years in prison after third-degree attempted criminal sale control substance. On June 23, 2006, Hanz On was released from prison.


== Discography ==
== Discography ==
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* 2010: ''Out Of Chef's Kitchen''
* 2010: ''Out Of Chef's Kitchen''
* 2013: ''Method Man Presents: Hannibal The Great''
* 2013: ''Method Man Presents: Hannibal The Great''
* 2017: ''Barca''


Mixtapes
Mixtapes
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==External links==
==External links==
*{{Official website|http://www.hanzonmusic.com}}
*{{Official website|https://www.hanzonmusicent.com}}

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[[Category:Musicians from Staten Island]]
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[[Category:Rappers from New York City]]
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[[Category:21st-century American rappers]]
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Latest revision as of 18:23, 22 February 2024

Hanz On
Background information
Birth nameAnthony Messado
Also known asHannibal The Great
Born (1974-07-24) July 24, 1974 (age 50)
OriginStaten Island, New York, United States
GenresEast Coast hip hop
Years active2007–present
LabelsHanz On Music
Websitewww.hanzonmusic.com

Anthony Messado (born July 24, 1974),[1] better known by the stage name Hanz On or Hannibal The Great, is an American rapper and an affiliate of the Wu-Tang Clan. He released his solo debut, Out Of Chef's Kitchen in 2010, and has since co-founded a record label called Hanz On Music. He is closely tied to another Wu-Tang Clan affiliate named Carlton Fisk.

Music career

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Out Of Chef's Kitchen

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Hanz On released his debut album, Out Of Chef's Kitchen, after signing to Ice Water Inc. in 2010. He had previously been a part of Ice Water and featured on their debut crew and compilation albums. The solo album contained verses from Raekwon, Inspectah Deck, and Busta Rhymes among others.[2]

In August 2009, Hanz attained notoriety after an incident during that year's Rock The Bells festival. Hanz punched rapper Joe Budden in the face because of a feud that Budden had with Raekwon and other members of the Wu Tang Clan.[3]

Hanz On Music, Back to Sicily Mixtape, and Method Man Presents: Hannibal The Great

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In 2012, Hanz On launched record label Hanz On Music, formally leaving Ice Water Inc. In late 2012 it was announced that the new label's first release would be the "Back to Sicily Mixtape"[4] hosted by DJ Kay Slay. Back To Sicily featured appearances from Method Man and Inspectah Deck.[5] A music video for lead single We Did It was produced in September 2012. Hanz On's second solo LP titled Method Man Presents: Hannibal The Great was released in 2013 and featured Method Man, Ghostface Killah, and Inspectah Deck.

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In June 20, 1994, Hanz On was sentenced to 3 years in prison after third-degree criminal possession of weapon substance. On January 28, 1998, Hanz On was released from prison.

In February 16, 1999, Hanz On was sentenced to 3 years in prison after third-degree criminal sale control substance. On October 24, 2002, Hanz On was released from prison.

In May 1, 2003, Hanz On was sentenced to 3 years in prison after third-degree attempted criminal sale control substance. On June 23, 2006, Hanz On was released from prison.

Discography

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Studio albums

  • 2010: Out Of Chef's Kitchen
  • 2013: Method Man Presents: Hannibal The Great
  • 2017: Barca

Mixtapes

  • 2012: Back to Sicily Mixtape

Collaborations

  • 2007: Raekwon's "Ice Water - Polluted Water"
  • 2009: Raekwon "BabyGrande Recordings"

References

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  1. ^ "Hanz On Music Artist Bio". Hanz On Music.
  2. ^ "Staten Island rapper Hanz On isn't chasing hip-hop fairy tales -- he wants stability". SILive.
  3. ^ "Exclusive: Meet Hanz, The Guy Who Punched Joe Budden!!!". VLADtv.
  4. ^ ""Back To Sicily"- Hannibal The Great". Hood To Hood Online. Archived from the original on 2013-04-11. Retrieved 2013-02-23.
  5. ^ "Hanz On Music Drops Hannibal the Great, Back to Sicily Mixtape Hosted by DJ Kay Slay featuring Method Man, Inspectah Deck, Carlton Fisk, Easy & Cheddar Bang". Yahoo! News.
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