Born Antonia’ Reed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, BAHAMADIA was first introduced to Hip Hop culture as a DJ spinning at local house parties in the 80’s. A writer at heart, BAHAMADIA honed her skills as a poet and emcee with superior rhyme and delivery skills.

BAHAMADIA’s eclecticism secured her rise to prominence on the HIP HOP and WORLD MUSIC scene in the 90’s. In 1993 her regional hit, FUNK VIBE (co-produced by DJ RAN of Power 99) caught the attention of G.U.R.U of the iconic rap duo GANGSTARR. BAHAMADIA became his protégé and she was soon signed to his ILL KID PRODUCTIONS where she recorded her follow-up single, TOTAL WRECK which led to a recording deal with CHRYSALIS/EMI/CAPITAL RECORDS.

In 1995 UKNOWHOWWEDO the lead single to her classic debut KOLLAGE was released. KOLLAGE LP followed in 1996 & solidified BAHAMADIA'S place in world music's history as the premier emcee for females in HIP-HOP culture globally. The following year, BAHAMADIA resumed her solo career and began touring internationally - her first tour being with The Fugees. After several years, BAHAMADIA returned to her hometown where she hosted and produced her #1-ranked, prime slot featured, BAHAMADIA’s B-SIDES on 103.9 FM (RADIO 1/KATHY HUGHES).

In addition to being a respected songwriter/producer, Bahamadia serves as a positive role model for, and mentor of, many upcoming artist. She is a regular participant in educational lectures at universities, as well as in music conferences and seminars.