CookBook was born an entertainer; it runs in his blood. Since birth, Cookbook (Born Jason P. Soto) sang and played piano, but it wasn’t until his late school years that he began to delve into the rap scene. Early in his career he gained a respectable level of success with his then super group L.A. Symphony. He went on to release multiple albums with them as well as several albums with long time friend and other half of the dynamic duo; Cookbook and UNO Mas.

As a solo artist, CookBook released the critically acclaimed "I Love The 80's" in 2009, and re-released a deluxe version in Dec. of that year. He is set to release his latest offering in the form of a mixtape entitled "Original Recipes". CookBook has toured the world, and shared the stage with many of the greats in Hip-Hop, rock, and pop. He has worked with some of the best artist and producers the industry has to offer. In 2010, CookBook released the single "When You Rock & Roll" with UNO Mas, which featured Evidence of Dilated Peoples. The video went on to win the Freshman contest on MTVu.com with 78% of the votes! 

CookBook is an accomplished producer as well, having produced for many independent artists. CookBook is an all-around great musician & entertainer with the ability to rock the crowd at any time!