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Tezzus & Diamond* are an American hip hop duo that was formed in Atlanta, Georgia in 2020. Signed to YSL Records and affiliated with the collective Ø Way, their debut collaborative mixtape, UY Scuti Bøyz, was released in April 2026.

Career

Early career (2015–2024)

Tezzus (T’Corrian Walton) is from South Atlanta.[2] Diamond* (Misonn Scott) was born in Cleveland, Georgia,[3] but was raised in Mechanicsville, Georgia. During his time in Atlanta, he worked a plethora of jobs, including at a post office.[2]

Walton began rapping in 2015 but began taking it seriously in 2018.[2] In 2020, Walton met Scott through social media as a weed supplier, which later led to both meeting in real life.[2][1] After the two met, they grew close, and their relationship led Scott to quit his job and pursue a music career.[2] That same year, after moving to New York, Walton began living with another American rapper, affiliate, and fashion model, Pz’.[2]

Signing to YSL, UY Scuti Bøyz (2025-present)

Scott released his album Nø Idøls in 2025, which featured Tezzus & Diamond*’s breakout single “Bada Bing, Bada Bøøm”.[2][4] Following the virality of the single, Walton and Scott signed with YSL Records.[4] Following their signings, Young Thug would bring out Scott and Walton at ComplexCon 2026 to perform “Bada Bing, Bada Bøøm”.[5] Walton and Scott featured on Sk8star’s “NSD” off his 2026 album Designer Junkie.[6]

Walton and Scott released UY Scuti Bøyz, their debut collaborative mixtape under YSL Records on April 17, 2026.[7][8] On May 8, 2026, Tezzus & Diamond* made their debut at Rolling Loud in Orlando, Florida.[9][10] On June 14, 2026, Walton and Scott are performing at Summer Smash 2026.[11]

Solo work

Tezzus

Walton released his debut project, titled Tezzus Khrist in 2024. The project gained notable attention from media outlets, such as Pitchfork, who wrote how Walton’s album would have been in contention for “rookie of the year” in the music industry.[12] Walton released a collaborative album with Percaso titled Søufside in 2025.[13] On August 18, 2025, he would release King Phønk[14] and would later follow through with Tezzy Pendergrass on September 18, 2025.[15] In 2026, Walton would release a slew of singles as well as make guest appearances on Sk8star’s “Yeannn” off of his album titled Designer Junkie,[16] and on “Dog” with Skaiwater off of their album titled Wonderful.[17] Walton would make another guest appearance on B6’s and Warhol.SS’s April 2026 project, titled I Can’t Feel My Face, where he, along with Diorvsyou, was featured on “Baddie Stranger”.[18] He released his EP, titled The Resurrectiøn, on June 7, 2026.[19]

Diamond*

Scott released his album Nø Idøls in 2025.[2] Scott featured on “Zoot” off of Skaiwater‘s 2026 album, Wonderful.[17]

Musical style

Walton is known for his aggressive style of music, blending trap and rage.[20] Olivier Lafontant, writer for Pitchfork wrote how Walton oscillates between toothy glee and fang-bearing aggression in the blink of an eye. Claiming how he needs “a drop of blood,” comparing Walton’s style to that of Eren Yeager, claiming how he needs that to get into mode.[12] In a 2025 interview, Walton stated how he would study Michael Jackson and Tupac when it came to finding out his musical style. Walton claimed that he needed to study the older generation to gain some understanding.[3]

Scott’s musical style, compared to his contemporaries, is more chill and laid back.[21][7]

Media critics have highlighted the duo’s chemistry and ability to rap off each other.[10][8][22]

Discography

Mixtapes

Individual works

Tezzus

  • Tezzus Khrist (2024)
  • Søufside (with Percaso) (2025)
  • King Phønk (2025)
  • Tezzy Pendergrass (2025)
  • The Ressurectiøn (EP) (2026)

Diamond*

  • Nø Idøls (2025)

References

  1. ^ a b Williams, Kylah; Yoo, Hajin. “diamond* and Tezzus want the whole world to know ØWay”. The Fader. Retrieved 2026-06-13.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g h Pierre, Alphonse (April 24, 2026). “Tezzus and diamond* Take Manhattan”. Pitchfork. Condé Nast. Retrieved April 25, 2026.
  3. ^ a b Tezzus & diamond* Interview: Signing to Young Thug, ØWAY, Pz, Yung Fazo, Bada Bing Bada Boom. YouTube. Event occurs at 9:58. Retrieved 19 May 2026.
  4. ^ a b Medithi, Vivian (January 9, 2026). “Meet ØWay, the Atlanta rap collective behind 2026’s first viral cypher”. The Fader. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
  5. ^ Johri, Antonio (October 27, 2025). “ComplexCon 2025 Day 2 Recap: Young Thug, Central Cee, Ken Carson, and more”. Complex. Retrieved May 17, 2026.
  6. ^ Medithi, Vivian (February 9, 2026). “Sk8star talks Young Thug, Richie Souf, and Designer Junkie”. The Fader. Retrieved May 23, 2026.
  7. ^ a b Awolowo, Oba (April 27, 2026). “Tezzus / diamond*: UY SCUTI BØYZ Album Review”. Pitchfork. Retrieved April 27, 2026.
  8. ^ a b Lindert, Hattie; Mickles, Kiana; Corcoran, Nina; Monroe, Jazz (April 17, 2026). “12 New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Tokischa, Nine Inch Noize, and More”. Pitchfork. Retrieved May 23, 2026.
  9. ^ Robinson, Kimi (Jan 14, 2026). “Rolling Loud 2026 reveals full lineup with Playboi Carti, NBA YoungBoy”. USA Today. Gannett. Retrieved May 17, 2026.
  10. ^ a b Medithi, Vivian (May 7, 2026). “18 rappers we can’t wait to see at Rolling Loud”. The Fader. Retrieved May 17, 2026.
  11. ^ Baker, Justine (April 15, 2026). “Playboi Carti, Skrillex, Lil Uzi Vert to headline Summer Smash 2026”. FOX 32 Chicago. Retrieved May 17, 2026.
  12. ^ a b “The 40 Best Rap Songs of 2025”. Pitchfork. December 10, 2025. Retrieved May 17, 2026.
  13. ^ “Percaso and Tezzus – “SØUFSIDE” review”. Legends Will Never Die. August 1, 2025. Retrieved May 17, 2026.
  14. ^ “Tezzus – “King Phønk” review”. Legends Will Never Die. Retrieved May 17, 2026.
  15. ^ “Tezzus – “Tezzy Pendergrass” review”. Legends Will Never Die. Retrieved May 17, 2026.
  16. ^ Lafontant, Olivier (February 13, 2026). ““Yeannn” [ft. Tezzus]”. Pitchfork. Retrieved April 7, 2026.
  17. ^ a b Lindert, Hattie; Monroe, Jazz (February 20, 2026). “New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Baby Keem, Hen Ogledd, and Hilary Duff”. Pitchfork. Retrieved 23 May 2026.
  18. ^ White, Andrew (April 24, 2026). “All the New Hip-Hop Music Dropping This Week”. Complex. Retrieved 2026-04-24.
  19. ^ Cole, Alexander (June 8, 2026). “The Resurrection – EP by Tezzus”. HotNewHipHop. Retrieved June 13, 2026.
  20. ^ Coates, Taiyo (November 4, 2025). “Young Thug Is Building a New YSL Records Roster—What’s Next?”. RapTV. Retrieved May 17, 2026.
  21. ^ Cole, Alexander (March 22, 2026). ““Duality” – Song by Tezzus & diamond*”. HotNewHipHop. Retrieved May 23, 2026.
  22. ^ Hess, Tobias (June 3, 2026). “The 32 coolest artists of 2026 so far”. The Fader. Retrieved 2026-06-13.