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Ces Cru
Ces Cru (often stylized as CES Cru) is an American rap duo from Kansas City, Missouri, signed to independent record label Strange Music. The duo currently consists of members Donnie "Godemis" King and Mike "Ubiquitous" Viglione, but has had numerous members throughout the years. Ces Cru released their debut album ''Capture Enemy Soldiers'' in 2004. They went on to release ''Cesphiles, Vol. 1 Codename:irongiant'' (2008) and ''The Playground'' (2009). In 2010, the duo signed to Tech N9ne's record label Strange Music and have released the EP '' 13'' (2012) and ''Recession Proof'' (2015). Their first two studio albums on the label are ''Constant Energy Struggles'' (2013), and '' Codename: Ego Stripper'' (2014). The most recent release from Ces Cru is their sixth studio album ''Catastrophic Event Specialists'', released in February 2017. In 2021, both artists have since departed from the label. Biography The group went through a number of different group members before becoming the tri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kansas City, Missouri
Kansas City (abbreviated KC or KCMO) is the largest city in Missouri by population and area. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 508,090 in 2020, making it the 36th most-populous city in the United States. It is the central city of the Kansas City metropolitan area, which straddles the Missouri–Kansas state line and has a population of 2,392,035. Most of the city lies within Jackson County, with portions spilling into Clay, Cass, and Platte counties. Kansas City was founded in the 1830s as a port on the Missouri River at its confluence with the Kansas River coming in from the west. On June 1, 1850, the town of Kansas was incorporated; shortly after came the establishment of the Kansas Territory. Confusion between the two ensued, and the name Kansas City was assigned to distinguish them soon after. Sitting on Missouri's western boundary with Kansas, with Downtown near the confluence of the Kansas and Missouri Rivers, the city encompasses about , making ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
All 6's And 7's
''All 6's and 7's'' is the eleventh studio album by American rapper Tech N9ne. It was released on June 7, 2011, through Strange Music. The album was released to universal acclaim by music critics, and peaked at number four on the ''Billboard 200'' and at number one on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts. Background Tech stated that the album title ''All 6's and 7's'' means "in a state of confusion and disarray." He also said that this will be his "biggest" and "craziest" album of all. The album would feature guest appearances from B.o.B, Hopsin, Yelawolf, Snoop Dogg, Jay Rock, Twista, T-Pain, Lil Wayne, E-40, Busta Rhymes and Kendrick Lamar, among others. Tech had expressed an interest in collaborating with Nicki Minaj, Janelle Monáe and Tyler, the Creator. Eminem was initially set to appear on the track "So Lonely", but was unable to record his verse in time before the album's official release. Promotion The first official single, "He's a Mental Giant" was released and was ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malta Bend (Stevie Stone Album)
''Malta Bend'' is the fourth album by American rapper Stevie Stone, the third on Tech N9ne's label Strange Music. It was released on June 30, 2015. Background The album was available for pre-order on May 19. The bonus track is "Eat". Singles *"Run It" is the first single. The video was released on May 27. *"Fall In Love With It" is the second single. The audio was released on June 3 and the video on July 27. *"Rain Dance" is the third single. The audio was released on June 15 and the video on July 9. *"Get Fucked Up" is the fourth single. The video was released on June 29. Commercial performance The album debuted at number 193 on the Billboard 200 The ''Billboard'' 200 is a record chart ranking the 200 most popular music albums and EPs in the United States. It is published weekly by '' Billboard'' magazine and is frequently used to convey the popularity of an artist or groups of ar ... chart. Track listing References 2015 albums Albums produced by J. White ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Have A Nice Life (album)
''Have a Nice Life'' is the ninth studio album by American rapper Murs. The album was released on May 18, 2015, by Strange Music. Critical reception Upon its release, ''Have a Nice Life'' received generally positive reviews from music critics. At Metacritic, which assigns a normalized rating out of 100 to reviews from mainstream critics, the album received an average score of 75 based on 5 reviews, which indicates "generally favorable reviews". Andrew Gretchko of HipHopDX said, "And while some may be upset that Murs isn’t the unruly rapper he once was, he’s managed to craft a project that remains true while growing up enough to talk about life in a radiant, maturity tinged glow." Marcus J. Moore of Pitchfork Media ''Pitchfork'' (formerly ''Pitchfork Media'') is an American online music publication (currently owned by Condé Nast) that was launched in 1995 by writer Ryan Schreiber as an independent music blog. Schreiber started Pitchfork while working ... said, "As ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Felt (hip Hop Group)
Felt is an American hip hop duo, consisting of Slug (rapper), Slug of Atmosphere (music group), Atmosphere and Murs (rapper), Murs of Living Legends (group), Living Legends. History Slug (rapper), Slug and Murs (rapper), Murs first met at First Avenue (nightclub), First Avenue in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Subsequently, the two started making music together and formed Felt. Felt released the debut studio album, ''Felt: A Tribute to Christina Ricci'', in 2002. It was produced by Murs' fellow Living Legends (group), Living Legends member The Grouch (rapper), The Grouch. In 2005, the duo released the second studio album, ''Felt 2: A Tribute to Lisa Bonet''. It was produced by Ant (producer), Ant of Atmosphere (music group), Atmosphere. In 2009, the duo released the third studio album, ''Felt 3: A Tribute to Rosie Perez''. It was produced by Aesop Rock. In 2020, Felt returned with a single, "Name in Ya Mouth". In that year, the duo released the fourth studio album, ''Felt 4 U''. Prod ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Special Effects (album)
''Special Effects'' is the fifteenth studio album by American rapper Tech N9ne. It was released on May 4, 2015, by Strange Music. The album is broken up into several portions representing days of the week, with collaborations with artists including Corey Taylor, B.o.B, Lil Wayne, 2 Chainz, T.I., Hopsin, E-40, Yo Gotti, Audio Push and Eminem, among others. The album also features fellow Strange Music artists Krizz Kaliko, Big Scoob and Ces Cru. Production on the album was handled by Seven, Strange Music's in-house producer, Excision along with Joseph Bishara who was the composer of ''Insidious'' and ''The Conjuring''. Critical reception ''Special Effects'' was met with generally positive reviews from music critics. David Jeffries of AllMusic said, "Sticking to his guns with angry, soul-searching lyrics spewing out while the high-powered crossover collaborations fly about, Tech N9ne skillfully rides his career trajectory as it soars ever upwards with ''Special Effects'', an album ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Strangeulation
''Strangeulation'' is the fourteenth studio album by American rapper Tech N9ne, the fifth in his "Collabos" series. The album was released on May 6, 2014, by Strange Music. The album features guest appearances from the entire Strange Music roster, including its newest signing at the time — Murs, as well as some outside collaborators such as Tyler Lyon, Ryan Bradley, Mackenzie O'Guin, Kendall Morgan, John 5 and Serj Tankian. Background In April 2014, in an interview with ''StupidDope'', Tech N9ne spoke about the inspiration behind the title of the album, saying: "Something’s always happening in Tech N9ne’s life whether it be happy, whether it be sad, whether it be madness. I’m always living it so I’m always writing. The influence behind ''Strangeulation'' is off of strangulation you know. Having the industry in a choke-hold after they hear this music. Nobody will be able to say nothing. Just all the way choked up. MURS to MayDay! to Stevie Stone to Ces Cru to Tech N9ne to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wrekonize
Benjamin Miller (born 5 May 1983), better known by his stage name Wrekonize, is an American underground rapper and current member of Miami band ¡Mayday!. He is currently signed to the record label Mayday Music, after previously being signed to Tech N9ne's Strange Music. Early life Benjamin Miller was born in London and raised in a household of both British and African descent. His mother was England-born and his father had immigrated to England from Cape Town, South Africa. After moving to Miami, Florida, in 1988, Miller's parents had formed a local band together. They performed on occasion with MC Guru for his original ''Jazzmatazz, Vol. 1, Jazzmatazz'' album. At the age of 11, Wrekonize was introduced to Guru, who helped inspire him to make his own music. By the age of 13, Miller became involved in graffiti. Attempting to imitate the works of Miami graffiti artists Os Gêmeos, he spotted the term "Wrekonize" in Martha Cooper's Subway Art book. Admiring the graphic, Miller cho ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Something Else (Tech N9ne Album)
''Something Else'' is the thirteenth studio album by American rapper Tech N9ne. It was released on July 30, 2013, by Strange Music, RBC Records and INgrooves. The album has broken up into three portions – Earth, Water & Fire. Production on the album was handled during 2012 to 2013, primarily by frequent collaborator Seven, among others such as Young Fyre, Drumma Boy, and Fredwreck. The album features guest appearances from B.o.B, Big K.R.I.T., CeeLo Green, The Doors, The Game, Kendrick Lamar, Serj Tankian, T-Pain, Trae tha Truth, and Wiz Khalifa, among others including several artists from Tech N9ne's Strange Music imprint. ''Something Else'' was supported by two singles, "So Dope (They Wanna)" and "Fragile". The album received widespread acclaim from critics. Also faring well commercially, the album sold 58,300 copies in its first week of sale, and debuting at number four on the US ''Billboard'' 200. Background On February 8, 2013, the album was first announced on the Stra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Stevie Stone
Stephen Lewis Williams (born July 28, 1981), better known by his stage name Stevie Stone, is an American rapper from Columbia, Missouri. He was signed to Tech N9ne's Strange Music record label from 2011 to 2021 and has since founded his own record label Ahdasee Records. He has released seven studio albums including ''Black Lion'', with his most recent being ''Raising The Bar'' in April 2022. Career Stone grew up in Columbia, Missouri, and is based in St. Louis. He discovered a love of music through his mother, a singer and choir director who introduced the rapper to gospel, blues, and soul at an early age. As he grew up, Stone had his feet in the worlds of music and sports, pursuing a basketball career and playing piano and drums. Though he received an offer to play ball for a junior college in Iowa, he was asked to open at a show just weeks before he would leave for school, and he chose to focus on his rap career. In 2007, Stone signed with Ruthless Records, which released hi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rittz
Jonathan Matthew McCollum (born August 16, 1980), better known by his stage name Rittz, is an American rapper. His debut album ''The Life and Times of Jonny Valiant'' was released on April 30, 2013, rising to number 8 on ''Billboard'' Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. His next two albums, '' Next to Nothing'' (2014) and '' Top of the Line'' (2016) peaked at number 3 on the same chart. His fourth album, ''Last Call'' (2017), hit number 43 on the Billboard 200. All of these were released under Tech N9ne's Strange Music label. Rittz fulfilled his four-album contract with Strange, then formed his own record label, CNT Entertainment, through which he released '' Put a Crown on It'' in 2019. The album reflects Rittz's battle to free himself from drug and alcohol addiction. The album hit number 6 on ''Billboard'' Independent Albums chart. Career 1980–2009: Early life and career Rittz was born in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania, on August 16, 1980, and moved with his family to the suburbs of Gwi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Son Of Sam (album)
''Son of Sam'' is the fifth studio album by American rapper Krizz Kaliko. The album was released on August 27, 2013, by Strange Music. The album features guest appearances from Tech N9ne, Ces Cru, Kortney Leveringston, IcyRoc Kravyn and his wife Crystal Watson. Background In August 2013, in an interview with HipHopDX Krizz Kaliko explained where the album title ''Son of Sam'' came from, saying: "I always keep titles for songs and albums kind of in the chamber, and I always wanted to do an album called ''Son Of Sam'' because ''Son Of Sam'' is just me, that’s what it means. My family name is Sam Watson, so that’s my legal name, my government ame to me it meant more of me. A lot of people know me from Tech N9ne’s music from the last 13 years you know, so I’ve always been kind of his co-writer, his sidekick, his hypeman. Travis ’Guin who co founded Strange Music alongside Tech N9ne more than a decade ago, has been hebusiness partner, I’ve always been Tech’s creative pa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
