Bronson showed signs of ambition early in life, having gone to culinary school at the age of 18. An EP release produced by Harry Fraud, 'Saaab Stories' followed, featuring guest appearances by Raekwon, Wiz Khalifa and Prodigy.īesides it being potentially the strongest name in the game, it’s clear by Action Bronson’s schedule why the rapper went with the brawny forename ‘Action’ to precede the obvious homage to Charles Bronson.īorn Arian Asllani from an Albanian father and Jewish mother, Action Bronson seems to get busier with age. Several high profile performances followed, including at Coachella Valley Music Festival, bringing Bronson to wider fame, becoming featured on XXL Magazine's annual 'Freshman Class' list in 2013.

and entertainment company VICE, releasing 'Rare Chandeliers' a mixture in collaboration with The Alchemist. He then teamed up with Party Supplies for his mixture 'Blue Chips.' These releases gained plaudits from many critics and brought Bronson recognition for his talents. Lecter' which was follow up by his second, 'Well Done,' a collaboration album with Statik Selektah.

In 2011, he released his debut album, 'Dr. His witty sense of humor, boundless charisma and intricate wordplay has made Bronson one of the most exciting and talented rappers of the modern era.

He regularly collaborates with many of the new wave of hip hop artist such as A$AP Rocky, The Alchemist, Flatbush Zombies and Earl Sweatshirt. His love of food has continued to be a theme lyrically in his music, with Bronson also hosting food programs on VICE to great popularity.īronson's style and flow draws similarities with Ghostface Killah, alongside Mobb Deep, Kool G Rap and Wu-Tang Clan. Bronson was born to an Albanian father and Jewish mother, finding his first calling as a gourmet chef, becoming well respected in New York.

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