Established in 1997, Cleveland Ohio based Against The Grain Music was founded by a young singer/rapper by the name of Aaron Jermaine Stone, better known to everyone else as AJ or AJ SCRATCH from his DJ days back at Cleveland John Adams High School. AJ was at the time trying to pursue a solo music project after 5 years as a member of TNF (Turner & Friends) [Later known as: The New Organization] A national recording group which were coveted by several labels in the early 90's. As a backround singer, lead rapper and group choreographer, bad contracts and hectic travel led to the decision to start his own company. Learning his craft from then producers Troy & Fred Colvin, he mastered drum programing and along with best friend Kenneth "B.B" Turner (Who has produced for such artist as The Rude Boys, Klockwork, and The Turner Singers gospel group) , AJ learned to not only grasp chords but figured out how to play by ear with NO formal piano lessons. AJ along with "B.B" also helped groom a young 15 year old kid from MtOverlook Street in Cleveland by the name of Myron, now known to the world as R&B Superstar - AVANT!! Against The Grain Music's first release came in September of 2004 with it's CD from the Power Group: REMIXX which sold almost 5000 units worldwide. This number may not seem like a lot to the average, but for the sagging Cleveland market. This was a HUGE accomplishment with absolutely NO RADIO AIRPLAY!! In 2005, AJ finally completed his much anticipated first solo release: Y2J THE ALTER EGO, which was released on 10/6 and has sold close to 1700 copies to date. Now a seasoned veteran at the ripe age of 35 (That's Right 35), AJ has finally got the company going and is set to release several projects in 2006 alone. These projects include: 360 From the Super R&B Powerhouse Group - REMIXX (9/06) / Da Mixtape - Various ATG Artists (8/06) / YFF [Young Fresh & Flawless] From The Bronx "Spit King" - SILENCA (10/06) PLUS... Projects from "BIG-O" and NICETY. AJ is currently looking for talented models, actors/actresses as he is also a Talent Scout for the IMPACT WORLDWIDE AGENCY. Not to mention his sophmore solo effort: Primped Primed & Potent set for release (10/06). With constant comparisons to "P-DIDDY" in part to his likeness of him, this man has not only more talent but more hands on skill and craftiness. If you need tracks, show bookings, professional management, consulting, or are interested in an acting or modeling career. Hit AJ up..... 216-472-3630 or Go to his website: WWW.AGAINSTDAGRAINMUSIC.COM - Submit any demo or Bio/Photo packages to: Against The Grain Music PO BOX 28943 Cleveland Ohio 44128. Stay Tuned for more as the saga continues.....