by Shamel Anderson
Published on: On January 09, 2026
Photography by Sy Afable
Presenting El Presco
El Presco has cultivated a career that encompasses singing and rapping. Beyond music, Presco balances his artistic pursuits with entrepreneurship. He founded the clothing brand WOA: War Of Art, which embodies his fashion vision under his umbrella. In the Canadian independent scene, he has gained popularity in recent years. He launched the lucrative brand in various waves. He's known in bike culture, fashion, and live performances, to name a few. He’s a frequent performer on shows hosted by Virgo Park’s “F*CKTHENUMBERS" initiative. F*CKTHENUMBERS is a multifaceted platform dedicated to elevating Toronto's underground music ecosystem. It specializes in building genuine connections through live events, artist promotions, and networking opportunities. F*CKTHENUMBERS is known for offering resources like performance slots, press kit development, and collaborations with producers and media professionals. Looking back at 2025, his shows began on July 26, 2025. Followed closely by the September 20th show. The November 15, 2025, performance stood out as a milestone, commemorating the 2-year anniversary of F*CKTHENUMBERS. Presco’s performances extended into 2026, with a show on January 3rd.
Now New Music
The year 2025 represented a creative surge, with El Presco releasing multiple albums. SUMMER 25* (released July 11, 2025) is an album opening with "Mr. Do Not Answer The Phone.” D3AD BY TMRW has a tracklist including "BLXCKEDXUT" featuring J.Evans, "Medusa" featuring K The Reaper, "DIAMOND FANG VAMP" featuring LuminBeats, "Monsters," "Villain" featuring Yxng Ozzy, "Admit It /// LOST LUV," "In Their Eyes, I Died (Interlude)," "CALL HER," and "MERCY." S25* GHOSTFILES continues this run with tracks like "HOLLYWOOD (Bad Bitches Only)" featuring GlizzyDre and "TRUST GOD.” He also released a string of singles, including 'REDRUM,' 'NOT A LUV SONG,' '0cean Eyez,' and 'Emotionz RIP.' Notable works during this period included 'Celebrity' featuring raizo, and 'IcedByDeni. Kicking off 2026, his latest single, 'Lavelle' (released January 1), signals a shift toward a more hyperpop-influenced sound.