In December 2011 Mr. Jackson released his latest mix tape "The Big 10", for the 10th anniversary of his career as a professional musician. Featured on the mix tape are Hip Hop heavyweights such as DJ Khalil, Scoop Deville, as well as G-Unit Newcomers Kidd Kidd and Paris. A further mix tape named "The Street King Tape" is planned for 2012.
His hit "Mr. Lonely" topped the charts in more than ten countries, including Germany, UK as well as Australia and peaked in the Top five on the US Billboard Charts. He is one of most sough-after new age performers. The list of artists Akon has collaborated with, plus the list of those that he leveraged speaks volumes.
Her debut "Songs in A Minor" instantly topped the international charts, sold over 10 mill. records, was certified 6x Platinum and earned 5 Grammies. "The Diary of Alicia Keys" brought 5 more Grammys and her legendary "The Diary of Alicia Keys: Unplugged" peaked at No.1 on the Billboard 200 and sold over 196.000 copies in the first week.
When you think of proper soul music, Angie Stone pops in your mind. She has had four Top 10 albums, including a number one album and 10 successful singles on the Billboard R&B Charts. Ms. Stone has sold over 1.4 millions albums in the U.S. and sold over 5 millions albums worldwide.
She was the first and last female ever to occupy No. 1 and 2 on the Billboard Single Charts. Throughout her career she's been certified Platinum and Gold several times. As of the present, Ashanti has sold more than 30 million records worldwide. She also ended the decade (2000-2010) being certified as one of the three top female R&B artists next to Alicia Keys and Beyoncé.
B.o.B is not renowned as an exceptional lyricist, multi-instrumentalist and producer for nothing. That’s probably the reason why he's signed for 3 successful labels namely Rebel Rock, Grand Hustle and Atlantic. “Nothin’ On You” (feat. Bruno Mars) directly topped the US Charts and within no time went platinum. Meanwhile his Myspace page has recorded over 26 million plays.
Outkast reached the climax of their career by publishing the number one hits “Ms. Jackson” and “Hey Ya!” in 2003 (album “Speakerboxxx/The Love Below” decorated with diamond). André3000 and Big Boi are the duo with the highest exchange in their genre with over 22 million sold LP’s only in the United States.
"I wasn't signing acts at that time. But I was so inspired by what he did. His voice was very compelling. His lyrics were very clever and the melodies and the way he was putting it together and his story. So it's not that easy, but it's a lot of people who rap who aren't as dope," Kanye said.
10 produced Studioalbums, numerous broken charts and sales records, incredible 12x Platinum for 1 single album – these accomplishments make Boyz II Men legendary as the no. 1 most successful R&B groups in history. Their latest album “Twenty” in 2011, is a celebration of their band-anniversary and also to express the gratitude and share the happiness with their supporters.
It's been over 20 years since Busta Rhymes set off with „Leader of the New School“ and his success story never seems to end. High-End nominations for 11 Grammys, 10 MTV Video Music Awards and several BET Hip Hop Awards speak for themselves. Now the time has come for a new album in 2012, namely “E.L.E (Extinction Level Event) 2: End of the World”.
The successful battles proved his entertainment talents but nevertheless he didn’t stop working on and refining his DJ-ing skills. This led him to accompany mega stars like Rihanna on their tours. Besides that he has produced and spun records for Mos Def, Musiq Soulchild, DMX and many more.
With time DJ Whoo Kidd earned his own airplays on various radio stations, thus it didn’t take long for him to draw attention from the press for his talent of brilliantly crossing musical boarders and the rewarded him numerous awards. Rolling Stones magazine even named one of the Top DJs of the US. His exceptional mix tapes even earned DJ Whoo Kidd five Justo Mixtape Awards.
DMX is the only rapper in history to have all of his studio albums consecutively peak at no. 1 on the US Billboard Album Charts except the sixth one “Year of the Dog ..Again”, which "only" made it to no. 2. He is one of the best-selling Hip Hop artists alive with six multi-platinum albums and over 15 Million records sold alone in the US. Finally DMX's seventh album is scheduled for 2012.
His debut album "Thank Me Later" was released in June and included collaborations with super stars like Alicia Keys, Jay Z, Lil 'Wayne and Young Money as well as newcomer Nicky Minaj. The album immediately climbed to the top of the Billboard charts as well as the Canadian charts and went platinum. This success was surpassed by "Take Care", which has sold nearly 1.8 mill. copies.
The group with the peroxide blond lead singer Sisqo had their comeback in spring 2010. Songs like “Wild Wild West” with Will Smith, the Rush hour them “How deep Is Your Love” and the R&B evergreen “In My Bed” still linger in everyone’s mind and keep us hungry for more.
What a woman. Gorgeous and a musically marvel. Her voice is pure soul; her lyrics are...
Her biggest international hit is "American Boy", in which she collaborated with Kanye West. The britsh singer/songwriter has announced that her 3. album "All of Me" will be released in February 2012. It shall include the single "Thank You".
His debut album “Ghetto Fabulous” instantly was certified Platinum and peaked at No. 4 on the US Billboard Charts. “Street Dreams” was also certified Platinum in 2003. He switched his record label in 2006 to Def Jam and released “From Nothing to Somethin”, which immediately peaked at No. 1 on the US Billboard R&B/Hip Hop Album Charts. “Loso’s Way” in 2009 was another Billboard No. 1.
FEM had already had a No. 1 hit song (“Girls On The Dance Floor”) on L.A. radio even before their album "Free Wired" was released in 2010. The follow up record “Like A G6” exploded on the international radio stations, music channels as well as dancefloors worldwide. The follow up record “Like A G6” exploded on the international radio stations, music channels as well as dancefloors.
Flo Rida is no longer just a state it’s one of the most popular rapper in 2010. He got his international breakthrough in...
Jermaine Cole was born on the 28th of January 1984 in Frankfurt, Germany. In the age of 1 year he moved with his family to Fayetteville, North Carolina. With 15 years he...
JA stands for his name Jeffrey Atkins the additional RULE means Represents Unconditional Love Exists. This Trademark is a croaky rough voice and catchy...
The American award winning singer and actor Jamie Foxx (“Ali”, “Ray”) has undoubtedly arrived in the top league of the show business. He is among only 4 artists who achieved an Academy Award for Best Leading Role in a movie and at the same time had a solo music album top the US Billboard Charts: He was only preceded by Frank Sinatra, Barbara Streisand and Bing Crosby.
An unique, soulful and deep voice: Joe. Like no one else he conquers the women hearts with his soulful tracks. But it was never easy for the son of two priests to be successful. Joseph Lewis Thomas was always a ...
Her first single release "Tik Tok" was a massive national and international hit. The song peaked at No.1 on the US Billboard Charts and numerous international charts. "Tik Tok" was soon followed by "We Are What We Are", which was another international success, and also peaked at No. 1 on the US Billboard Charts. The appendant album "Animal" was a worldwide No. 1.
He’s the king of New-Jack-Swing - Even after 20 years in show-business, Keith's sucess never seems to end. The latest album "'Til the Morning" has been yet another hit for Mr. Sweat after "Ridin' Solo". He's already sold 15 mill. records, including three multi-platinum albums, three more Platinum albums and two Gold records.
Her fifth album „Flesh Tone“ 2005 combined Hip Hop with Dance/Pop and was a major international success. She collaborated with DJs and producers like Benni Benassi and David Guetta. The first single "Acapella" topped Dance Charts in the USA and England. As a result Kelis hit the road for the first time tour, together with the Swedish superstar Robyn.
Kendrick Lamar is a californian rapper. His music is influenced by Tupac Shakur, Nas, Jay-Z and DMX. He is a member of Black Hippy along with Jay Rock, Ab-Soul and Schoolboy Q. He released an EP in 2009 titled The Kendrick Lamar EP, an acclaimed mixtape in 2010 titled O(verly) D(edicated) and released his third solo project Section 80 on July 2, 2011.His cameo appearance he made on fellow label mate Jay Rock's All My Life (In the Ghetto).
Major hits such as "Get Down on It", "Ladies' Night" or "Celebration" can't miss on any good Old-School Party. They deserve their success: 17 Gold and Platinum records, uncountable certifications and awards and worldwide fan base which can't be controlled when Kool & the Gang hit the stage.
His 7th album “Evolution of a Revolution” was the first record he recorded in the world famous Tuff Gong Studios that had been opened by his late father, Bob Marley. On this album Ky-Mani experimented with Jazz, Rock, Hip Hop and Soul as well as Reggae music, and created an incomparable sound.
Lil Wayne had already at the age of 11 years a record deal with Cash Money Records, that’s why is probably his name self-declared ,,Lil”. Baby the Birdman was his...
His worldwide hit “Yeah” (feat. Usher & Ludacris) is the fastest selling Hip-Hop song ever recorded (sold 2 million copies in a period of 1 year). Several movies, his own energy-drink and music productions for the “who is who” in the music business. Live he excites the people, makes the crowd bounce with his rough voice and his powerful performance 'til the sweat drops.
Many people only know Lil' Jon as the "King of Crunk" - Truth is that Lil' Jon started out as a DJ at the popular Club Phoenix in Atlanta, Georgia. His exuberant personality and awesome ability to entertain the masses enabled him to start mixing & producing for other music superstars such as Usher, R. Kelly and many more.
The first album "Southside" peaked at No. 11 on the Billboard 200. In 2007 his second album "Street Love" was even certified Gold. Eventually Lloyd joined Polow Da Don"s label Interscope/Zone 4 to record his fourth album King of Hearts" in 2010. The first single release Lay it Down" charted on the Billboard Top 10.
“Party Rock Anthem” earned the group No. 1, simultaneously in the US Charts, in the UK as well as in over 10 more countries and charted in the top 10 of even more countries. The 3rd single release “Sexy and I Know It” peaked at No. 1 on the international iTunes charts as well as topped the Australian and Canadian charts alike.
At nine years old, he started rapping. Before becoming a rapper, he worked as an intern (and eventually DJ) for Hot 97.5 (now 107.9) FM in Atlanta. His first LP ,,Incognero“ he brought out by himself and established single-handedly 30.000 sold copy’s. Def Jam South was seemingly impressed that they...
The fast paced and slightly aggressive lyrics can quickly be compared to artists like Twista, but MGK yet displays a deep rhythmic, melancholic sound that touches listener. His overall style can be summarized as innovative and a breath of fresh air in Hip Hop. MTV even named him the Hottest Breakthrough MC of 2011. MGK is momentarily signed with Bad Boy Records & Interscope.
Who could guess, that this little girl born and raised in the ghetto “Yorkers” (NYC) became so successful? 18 years after her debut album “What’s the 411” she looks back on...
Melody Thornton (born September 28, 1984) is an American R&B singer-songwriter, vocalist, dancer, model, showgirl and television personality
born and raised in NY's Staten Island Method Man went to the school of the hard knocks. Drug Dealin, Violence and Ghettoreality. At the beginning of the 90s his cousins RZA and GZA found the...
The first Lady of Hiphop seems to be a workaholic she is a rapper, Singer, Producer, Actor and CEO of her own Label. Even before Timbaland had a mass appeal he was part of...
Nas started his career with an LP that got handled as indisputable...
1996 recorded the group „St. Lunatics „their first single „Gimme What Ya Got“. For all success they didn’t catch a contract hereupon Cornell “Nelly” Haynes tried his ...
The first commercial success came along with her third mix tape, which gained her the Underground Music Award “Female Artist of the Year” in 2008. Her debut album “Pink Friday” peaked at no. 1 on the US Billboard Charts within no time and was even certified Platinum only a month after its release. Nicki is the first artist to ever have seven singles on the Billboard 200 Charts at the same time.
At the moment, Pitbull is the most requested feature in the industry. You've heard him alongside Akon, Jennifer Lopez, Benni Benassi, T-Pain, Trey Songz and many more. In return, all the major musicians such David Guetta, Neyo, Marc Anthony and Chris Brown, just to name a few, wished to be featured on his own record "Planet Pit".
His first solo release was an EP in 2008 titled “Boyfriend No.2”, which included “Did You Wrong” and “Boyfriend No.2”. “Did You Wrong” immediately charted on the Billboard Hot 100, US R&B Charts as well as Airplay Charts. In June 2009, Pleasure P. released his first album “The Introduction of Marcus Cooper”, which peaked at No.10 in the US Album Charts and No. 2 in the US R&B Charts.
Robert Sylvester Kelly was born in 1967 in Chicago (Illinois, USA) and is a famous American R&B singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer. His gospel-tinged vocals and highly sexualized lyrics entice R&B fans worldwide and probably also seduce some of them. He has won three Grammy awards so far for his hit "I Believe I Can Fly".
The singer Raheem DeVaughn born and raised in Maryland already noticed at highschool his gift to rhyme lyrical...
Reggie Noble from Newark/New Jersey had his first appearance in 1991 when EPMD featured him on some tracks. Some time later Def Jam offered...
He came like a bombshell: unexpected and nothing was like before Hip Hip is still alive and Rick Ross is the...
Ryan Leslie has produced music in several different genres e.g. Hip Hop, R&B, Pop, Gospel and Dancehall. He has also produced for renowned musicians like Beyoncé and Britney Spears. His two albums "Ryan Leslie" and "Transition" both charted in the Top 10 on the US R&B Charts, and "Transition" was even nominated for a Grammy in the category Best Contemporary R&B Album.
In 2002 he had his breakthrough with his second album “Duty Rock” and won a Grammy award with it. Then the ex-professional swimmer and DJ had a hit after hit. Dancehall had It’s icon and was the sound in clubs all over the world. He won two MOBO Awards since, one American Music Award, numerous Nominations and got seven number one records.
In 1997 the 14 year olds Keisha Buchanan, Mutya Buena and Siobhan Donaghy decided to start their own girl-group called „Sugababes“. Their manager at the time, Cameron McVey helped them sign a record deal within no time with London Records.
Faheem Najm was in born in Tallahassee, Florida in 1985.Early he chooses the path of music and founded the band Nappy Heads, after he had finished school.In 2003 he produced a conversation of the song,''Locked Up by Akon.Akon enjoy it and worried him a contract with Jive Imprin.
By publishing ,,The King of South” or also ,, Rubberband Man” and the same named single his fame was preprogrammed. Over a long period T.I.P (T.I.) has to support his family by dealing with...
The final international breakthrough for Taio Cruz came in 2010 with the album "Rockstarr", and its singles “Break Your Heart”, feat. Ludacris, and “Dynamite”, which exploded on the global music charts and in the club-scenes everywhere from Ibiza over Sydney to NYC and back to London, and catapulted him to ultimate stardom.
According to his own statement there is no album that had more influence to GAMES life than N.W.A.’s ”Straight Outta Compton” . Tattoos and many quotes in his songs and interviews underline...
Last year his album „Ready“ debuted on #3 in the US-Charts and Trey Songz enjoys the attention of the...
His mix tape “Fan of a Fan” featured Chris Brown, Bow Wow and Lil’ Wayne among others. The hit song “Deuces” was from this mix tape. It charted high on the Billboard Hot 100 and was even nominated for a Grammy. The single "Rack City" is from his new album “Careless World: Rise of the Last King”, due in Feb. 2012. Its music video has got nearly 20 million views on YouTube.
Tyrese has established himself a reputation in the music industry. His critically acclaimed songs and albums all charted well on the music charts as well as gained him a respectable number of prestigious nominations and awards such as the American Music Awards, Black Reel Awards, Grammy & Image Awards. The album “Open Invitation” was released in 2011 and immediately entered the Top 10 on the Billboard 200 Charts.
William James Adams Jr., better known by his stage name Will.i.am, is an American rapper, producer, actor, songwriter and entrepreneur. He gained international fame as one of the founding members, producers and front man of the Grammy Award winning, multi-platinum Pop-group “The Black Eyed Peas”.
Zuper Blahq aka. Will.i.am released his first electro album "Willpower", which was co-produced by the famous L.A. based DJ Steve Aoki. The first single release "I'm in the House" turned out to be a club banger and even peaked at no. 1 on the UK Dance Charts. Will.i.am is definitely widely regarded as one of the best DJs around and is therefore highly requested at parties and other events.
The American rapper Cameron Ermias Thomas or better known as Wiz Khalifa from Pittsburgh, was born on 8th September 1987.In 2006 he released his debut album Show and Prove and signed an contract with Warner Bros. Records after one yaer.
Wyclef Jean started his career with the HipHop – Crew “The Fugees”, which also included Lauryn Hill and his cousin Pras Michel. The second album from...
His albums have been certified several times Platinum and Gold. Jeezy received a Grammy nomination in the category Best Duo for his song "Put On" feat. Kanye West. The corresponding major album "The Recession" claimed the No. 1 spot on the US Billboard 200, Top R&B Album Charts as well as Top Rap Charts simultaneously.
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