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B2K BIO
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."
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Dreux Fredericks
a.k.a
Lil' Fizz
Full Name: Druex Pierre Fredericks Hometown: Los Angeles, California Birthday:
November 26, 1985 Zodiac Sign: Sagitarius Siblings: Brooke, Chez Nickname: Lil Fizz, Fizzle
Nickname Meaning: "Im the rapper of the group, and Lil Fizz means my rhymes bubble." The B2K sound: "When
people hear our music, theyre going to get excited, theyre going to bounce!" Style vibe: "Boy-next-door." Free
time fun: "I like Play Station 2, wrestling, basketball and shopping." A girls gotta: "Have a lot of energy,
beautiful eyes and a great smile." If I were an animal: "Id be a chameleon, so I could get in with everyone." What
the world needs now: "Respect. People dont have enough respect for other people and for life itself." Favorite foods:
Creole food Favorite subject: "Global historyI like to know whats going on." Favorite color: blue Favorite
car: Benz CLK 430 My favorite bands: IMX, Jigga, Snoop Dogg My favorite top 5 CDs are: Jigga, Snoop
Dogg, J.Lo, R Kelly, B2K What I do for fun in my off time: Go shopping, Watch TV, Read These artists inspire
me: IMX, Kriss Kross, Michael Jackson My favorite hobbies are: Freestyling, Rapping, Watching TV This
artist has made a difference to me and I would like to work with him musically: Michael Jackson A personal, interesting
story: One time I fell down on stage. Favorite Hobby: Playing Basketball, Playstation 2 Favorite Actor:
Denzel Washington, Nia Long Favorite Movie: Boyz in the Hood Favorite Sports: Football and Basketball
Favorite Team(s): Lakers, Dodgers, Cowboys Favorite Clothing Designer: Avirex, Beefy White T s, Phat
Farm, Roca wear
Random Facts:Lil Fizz's top 2 females he likes are: Sanaa Lathan and Stacy Dash Lil Fizz likes a girl
who is sweet, kind, understanding, and can freestyle. If Lil Fizz was approaching a girl, he would say, "I was looking
at you from a far, i thought u looked beauitful, can i get your number? Maybe we can be friends." (he's so cute lol)
De'mario Thornton
a.k.a
Raz-B Bio
Full Name: De'mario Monte Thornton
Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio
Birthday:
June 13, 1985
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Siblings: Storm (sister), Ricky (brother)
Nickname: Raz-B
Nickname Meaning: "I got my name because of my raspy voice."
The B2K sound: "Were a pretty edgy group;
were pretty hip-hop. I want our music to be memorable, so that years later a song will come on and people will know exactly
what they were doing when they listened to it. We want to be legends."
Style vibe: "sandals, shortsthat whole summertime
vibe."
Free time fun: "I like to eat, play basketball, and wrestle."
A girls gotta: "Be my friend, not
so much my girlfriend; understanding, smartand someone with goals."
If I were an animal: "Id be a cheetahcheetahs
are fast!"
What the world needs now: "Love. Everybodys out for themselves. People got to share some love and listen
to each other more."
Favorite foods: Jambalaya and all fast foods.
Favorite subject: "ScienceI like to
mess with stuff."
Favorite color: blue
Favorite car: C70 Volvo
My favorite band: IMX
My
favorite top 5 CDs are: J.Lo, B2K, Bone thugs-n-harmony, Donell Jones, and Mystikal
What I do for fun in my off
time: Playstation 2, Shopping and Sleep
These artists inspired me: IMX and Michael Jackson
My favorite
hobbies are: Collecting Bone thugs-n-harmony CDs
This artist has made a difference to me and I would like to work
with him musically: Michael Jackson
A personal, interesting story: I was roller skating in front of girls and
fell twice.
Favorite Hobby: Basketball and Singing
Favorite Actor: Halle Berry
Favorite Movie:
Cruel Intentions
Favorite Sports: Basketball
Favorite Team(s): Lakers
Random Facts:
Raz B's top 3 females are: Halle Berry, Janet and Jennifer Lopez
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