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B2K
In 2002, B2K incited riots at New York City's Planet Hollywood, scored
platinum album sales with their self-titled debut and hooked the nation with their number one hit, "Uh Huh." Nearly a year
later, the L.A.-based foursome -Omarion, 18, J Boog, 17, Raz B, 17, and Lil Fizz, 17-is proving lightening can strike twice
with their fierce follow-up CD, pandemonium! "It all came together," says Lil Fizz of B2K's latest effort, while Omarion describes
the collection as "magical."
The pandemonium! sessions began earlier this year while B2K was on the Scream 2 Tour
and the resulting songs reveal a more personal side to B2K. "We just set our minds to getting it out for our fans in time
for the Holidays," says Lil Fizz. Mission accomplished. Besides achieving their lofty goal, B2K delivered "Bump, Bump, Bump,"
a stellar duet alongside renowned rapper P. Diddy. The Top 10 tune, about cozying up on the dance floor, was written and produced
by super-hitmaker R. Kelly (Michael Jackson, Toni Braxton). Plus, B2K lured plenty of influential producers, including Tricky
Stewart (Mya), Lil' Steve Russell (3LW), Troy Taylor (Mary J. Blige), and Platinum Status (Destiny's Child). "We wanted to
keep a consistent sound with the few producers we did use," explains Omarion. "They knew our voices so this album really feels
like it's us." Teaming up with P. Diddy also proved to be a rewarding experience. "We bonded with Puffy at the video shoot,"
says Omarion. "He's really funny and he has a lot of energy," agrees Lil Fizz. "He's just a great guy."
But the famed
hip-hopper wasn't the only hotshot to make an appearance on pandemonium! B2K also invited fourteen-year-old newcomer Jhene,
Lil Fizz's cousin, to lay down vocals on two songs. "She has a beautiful voice," says Lil Fizz, proudly. "She dances and she's
really energetic too." He's not the only one who thinks so. The talented teen will release her first disc on Epic Records
in February before hitting the road with B2K in the spring. So what can fans expect from the family affair? Says Raz B: "The
stage and the props are going to be a lot bigger. It's going to be a longer show and we're going to spend a lot more money."
Plus, count on plenty of pyrotechnics----even more than last summer's sold-out Scream 2 Tour with co-headliner Bow Wow. "The
arena tour is the Big Kahuna," he promises. "Fans demand more so we're going to give them more."
That goes for the
entire pandemonium! experience. The pandemonium! LP features five different album covers, including limited edition, individually
signed covers of each band member, as well as two bonus tracks. Besides releasing two DVDs, a Christmas album, and a remix
album of their first CD, B2K penned ten of the 16 tracks on their new disc and drew inspiration from their devotees. "The
title came from our fans," says Lil Fizz, with a laugh. "They're always banging on windows or shutting down malls. It really
has been pandemonium."
But it's an experience that the guys wouldn't trade for the world. "Our fans made it possible
for us to come this far," says Omarion. "That's an accomplishment, for real." But B2K's fans aren't the only ones who have
recognized the group's talent. Since releasing their debut in early 2002, the group has been nominated for two MTV Video Music
Awards, two American Music Awards and won BET's coveted Viewer's Choice award. In addition, they were voted "Best Group" by
the editors of Vibe magazine as part of their annual "Vibe of the Year Awards," and received a Billboard Music Award for having
the "biggest selling R&B single of the year".
"Everything is looking really positive right now," says Omarion,
confidently looking toward the future. "We just want to keep it moving and be successful and have a third album."
contact
us at http://B2Klovesyou.com
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At a Glance
Full Name: Dreux Pierre Fredericks
Birthday:
November 26, 1985
Sign: Sagittarius
Style Vibe: "Boy next door"
Free time Fun: "I like Play
Station 2, wrestling, basketball and shopping."
What he likes in a girl: "She should have lots of energy, beautiful
eyes and a great smile."
If i were an animal: "I'd be a chameleon, so i could get in with everyone."
Favorites:
foods: Creole food & ice cream
subject: "Global history. I like to know what's going
on."
color: Blue
tv show: The Simpsons
free time fun: basketball, Magic Mountain, playing jokes
on people
What he likes in a girl: "She should have a lot of energy, beautiful eyes and a great smile."
What kind of Girl makes
Fizz Sizzle?
Fizz tells us that he likes girls with pretty eyes, sweet smile and pleasant demeanor.
She has to be someone who is unselfish and makes an effort to help others. He also likes a girl with a brain and can match
his quick wit. Fizz loves to laugh and feel laughter can heal everything. If a girl can appreciate his jokes, she earns big
points with the Fizz Man wh o loves video games. If you can challenge him at either his Playstation of X-Box, you've earned
big points.
While Fizz genuinely looks
for a good person on the inside, having a fashion sense and being hip to current music and events earns you a lot of respect
from him. Although Fizz is young, he appreciates sophistication and a girl that will bring excitement to his life (not that
he doesn't have enough already)!
Full Name: Jarell Damonte Houston
Birthday:
August 11, 1985
Sign: Leo
Style vibe: "Sporty and laid back"
Free time fun: "I like professional wrestling. I try
to do the moves and i like to play football and basketball."
If I was an animal: "I'd be a lion, like my sign, because
i like to control things."
Favourites:
subject: art
sport: football
actresses: Jennifer Lopez & Halle
Berry
clothing designer: Ecko
color: red
foods: fried chicken, jambalaya, shrimp curry, McDonalds, Taco Bell, Jack
in the Box, and gumbo
cars: Ferraris
tv show: The Simpsons
What he likes in a girl: "To be real payful. Someone
i could run around with who into sports. And shes gotta be someone who would be with me not because I'm in this group, but
who likes me for me."
J Boog Loves
- getting to meet as many fans as possible
- checking out the group's website
and its fan messageboards
- try new foods
- meeting celebrities he has always wanted to meet
- learning new dance
steps
- time off to go somewhere sunny and exotic
- checking out the group's new stage clothes
- interviews with
journalists who ask interesting questions
- getting to talk to pretty girls
- writing music when the inspiration hits
him
J Boog dislikes
- when he wants it to be sunny and it rains
- when a show gets cancelled
- when he doesnt
have the opportunity to meet every fan he wants to at a CD signing or appearance because there are time restraints
- when
he doesnt get to see his friends and family a lot because of his touring schedule
- when the sound system messes up at
a show
- when the group misses a flight and gets stuck in an airport lounge
Are you his kind of girl?
J Boog is a guy who is pretty easy to please when it comes to the opposite sex but things he really doesnt like when it comes
to girls are when they smoke ("that is just so bad for your health"), don't seem too reliable and they dont seem that into
their school work.
He describes his ideal girl as
someone who is smart, has a good sense of humor and who "is always there" for him despite a whirlwind schedule. He likes a
girl who is a little old-fashioned because he likes to pick up the tab for dates and hold open doors (apparently, some girls
object to this kind of treatment).
J boog's biggest dating turn-offs
have been, not surprisingly, dates that "went south." He has had the unfortunate opportunity to meet and date girls who were
just out to get a foot in the door of the entertainment business. The one tricky thing about being famous and trying to date
is, "You never know if they like you for you or because you are in a successful group and you can do something for them--
whether that be help them get a record deal or just buy them things other guys can't."
In terms of marriage, because
of his age, J Boog has not really thought about it, but states, "I definately know i want a wife and kids someday. I think
kids are so much fun. I think eventually every guy wants to be married and have a happy family. Its tough if you are out touring
all the time, but i would do my best to keep my family happy. They just would mean the world to me,:
This down to earth sweetie unboubtedly
deserves someone as nice as himself! He is considerate, caring and seems to put others needs before his own-- something rare
in the egotistical world of music business. Someday, some girl is going to be very lucky to walk down the aisle with him and
be a "B2K bride!"
Full Name: Omarion Ishmael Grandberry
Birthday:
November 12th, 1984
Sign: Scorpio
Style Vibe: "Kind of classy turtle necks, leather jackets, a little
cologne."
Free time fun: "I just like to chill with my boy, have fun, wrestle, play arcade games."
If i was
an animal: "I'd be a tiger. I'd want to be in the circus."
What he likes in a girl: "I like a girl that
is playful and is an understanding, affectionate, loving and nice person."
Favorites:
food: junk (soda,
chips, gummi bears), strawberry cheesecake, spaghetti
subject: "English. I like reading and learning different,
sophisticated words, and new ways to word things."
color: red
tv show: Family Ties
amusement park:
Six Flags Magic Mountain
designers: Iceberg Coogi
movie: Braveheart & Lord of the Rings
Omarion
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speaks some French and some Spanish
- likes girl in Lolita or Chanel perfume
- has a bad habit of spitting
- speaks
to him mother atleast once a day
- has been in Kellogg and McDonalds commercials
- had a girlfriend for 3 years prior
to B2K
- has a crush on Chilli from TLC
- would love to kick it with Shakira and just hang out
- is a neat freak
-
gets his hair done by his mom would is B2K's hair stylist
- wears a size 9 in men's shoes and weighs 135 lbs
Real Name: De' Mario Monte Thornton
Original home
town: Cleveland, Ohio
Birthdate: June 13, 1985
Astrological Sign: Gemini
Siblings: Ricky,
and Storm
Why he got his nickname: "I got my nickname because of my raspy voice."
Fashion sense/style:
"Sandals, shorts--that whole summertime vibe."
Fun in his free time: "I like to eat, play basketball and wrestle."
If
I were an animal: "I'd be a cheetah--cheetahs are fast!"
Favorites
food: Jambalaya and all fast
foods
subject: "Science-- I like to mess with stuff"
tv show: The Martin Laawrence Show
movie:
Cruel Intentions
book: Island of the Dolphins
Some question/answers i complied about Raz B
and girls! Newest entries are at the top.
What he likes in a girl: "For her to be my friend, no so much my girlfriend;
understanding, smart and someone with goals."
What do you like about girls' hair?
I like a little press style.
I like a little curly look. I like braids, cornrows. Everybody got a little Alicia Keys vibe going on. I like that, thats
hot. I like short hair like Halle Berry.
What do you think about girls'
clothing?
I like hip hugger jeans and tight shirts with slits at the tops. I like jackets that go to the floor with
skirts. Thats hot!
What type of personality do you
look for in a potential girlfriend or just as a close friend?
Somebody that's real with me at all times. As far as
a girlfriend, I would like somebody who understands, smart, playful, like me for me and that's cool with my boys. Don't try
to be so much my girl, but just try to be my friend.
How can you tell if a girl is
for real, or just wants to be with you because you're in the hottest R&B group to date?
That's a difficult one
to answer, and if you talk to a lot of guys in the business, they would say they don't know about this either. I just think
the truth will eventually come out in the watch. You get the right vibe after seeing someone for a while.
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