Keri Hilson
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Birth Name: Keri Lynn Hilson
Official Site:
Official Site: kerihilsonmusic.com
Summary:
After launching her career as one of R&B’s most exceptional songwriters, Keri Hilson slowly became the new face of R&B. Teaming up with super-producers Timbaland and Polow Da Don, Hilson finally released her highly-anticipated debut, “In A Perfect World,” on March 23, 2009.
Kid Cudi
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Birth Name: Scott Ramon Seguro Mescudi
Official Site:
Official Blog: Kidcudi.com
Summary:
If you haven’t been mumbling the hook to the smash single “Day ‘N’ Nite” you simply do not have a pulse. Kid Cudi is affiliated with Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music imprint for a good reason – he makes good music! His debut album, “Man On The Moon,” is scheduled for a summer release.
Ryan Leslie
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Birth Name: Anthony Ryan Leslie
Official Site:
Official Twitter: ryan_leslie
Summary:
Known for veering left when his peers go right, Ryan Leslie’s eclectic style has been one of the most sought out sounds in 2008. Releasing his self-titled debut in February, Leslie easily became one of R&B’s rising stars.
Jazmine Sullivan
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Birth Name: Jazmine Marie Sullivan
Official Site:
Official Site: jazminesullivanmusic.com
Summary:
Missy Elliott has had her fair share of talented protégés. But no one (except Elliott) expected Jazmine Sullivan to blossom and blow up so quickly. Immeasurable musicality matched with raw and honest lyricism, Jazmine Sullivan is the very definition of what an incendiary artist should be. Five Grammy nods is just the beginning.
M.I.A.
Hometown:
Birth Name: Mathangi Arulpragasam
Official Site:
Official Site: Miauk.com
Summary:
“Paper Planes” anyone? The monster single from the British-born Sri Lankan artist hit the industry hard after its placement in the film “Pineapple Express.” Since then, Kanye West flipped the song for the posse cut “Swagga Like Us.” M.I.A. made an unforgettable appearance at the 2009 Grammys as she performed the song while nine months pregnant.
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