Joey Valence & Brae

Joey Valence & Brae are an alternative rap duo from Centre County, Pennsylvania, consisting of vocalist and producer Joseph Bertolino and vocalist Braedan Lugue. The duo emerged in the early 2020s with a sound that revives the aesthetic of old-school and golden-era hip-hop — brash boom-bap energy, playful braggadocio, and punchy, distorted production — while filtering it through a modern, internet-native sensibility.

Their music blends rap with punk, rock, and electronic textures, drawing comparisons to acts that fused hip-hop with high-energy alternative production. Songs like «PUNK TACTICS», «THE BADDEST», «NO HANDS» and «HOOLIGANG» showcase their signature approach: loud, hook-driven tracks built for viral appeal, often paired with retro-styled visuals and a self-aware, hype-oriented persona.

Joey Valence & Brae gained rapid traction on streaming and social platforms, positioning themselves within a wave of younger hip-hop acts reinterpreting 1980s and 1990s rap tropes for a new generation. Their catchy, high-energy singles have made them a notable presence in contemporary alternative and rap-rock crossover spaces.