10 Things You Should Know About Action Bronson

Get familiar with everyone's favorite chef-turned-MC.

He’s a Throwback (In the Best Way Possible) - With his Ghostface similarities and obsession with sample-heavy breakbeat production — particularly on his 2011 studio debut, Dr. Lecter — Action is definitely at the forefront of rap’s growing obsession with all things golden-era. But he still manages to keep his music sounding fresher than fine ceviche (one of his favorite dishes).  (Photo: Vice Music)
He’s Most Likely High Right Now - With all respect to Wiz Khalifa, Snoop Dogg and Cypress Hill, Action may just be the most blitzed rapper ever. Every single song has a weed reference, his eyes are physically unable to open all the way, and he even has his own limited-edition customized portable vaporizer. Smoke on that. (Photo: Action Bronson/Twitter)
“The Symbol” Just Might Be the Funniest Video of 2012 - Bleach blonde wigs, pimp brawls, Santa assassins, ammonia poisonings — Bronsalino’s amazing new “white-sploitation” clip has everything you never knew you wanted in a video and more. (Photo: Vice Muisc)
He’s a Serial Monogamist (When It Comes to Producers, At Least) - Action Bronson doesn’t just throw together beats from different producers, most of his albums and mixtapes feature just one beatmaker, and he knows how to pick them. His debut full-length, Dr. Lecter, was produced entirely by newcomer Tommy Mas; last year’s Well-Done was produced by underground vet Statik Selektah; Rare Chandeliers, which drops today, features Alchemist behind the boards; and his upcoming Saab Stories, slated for 2013, is a collaboration between him and fast-rising beatmaker Harry Fraud. (Photo: Action Bronson/Facebook)He's Friggin' Hilarious - In case the video for "The Symbol" didn't convince you, take a good look at the cover for his new album with Alchemist, Rare Chandeliers, which drops today. Yes, that's an alligator with a machine gun strapped to its head. Yes, that's a naked, pink-wigged woman with a sword instead of a hand. And yes, that's Action wearing a wolf-skin hat. It's a great look into the witty and weird world of Action Bronson. Come in, make yourself comfortable — just watch out for that alligator. (Photo: Vice Music)

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He’s Most Likely High Right Now - With all respect to Wiz Khalifa, Snoop Dogg and Cypress Hill, Action may just be the most blitzed rapper ever. Every single song has a weed reference, his eyes are physically unable to open all the way, and he even has his own limited-edition customized portable vaporizer. Smoke on that. (Photo: Action Bronson/Twitter)

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