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DUBCC - Tha Connection => West Coast Classics => Topic started by: Elano on September 08, 2008, 02:45:04 PM
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Mopreme was born in South Jamaica, Queens, New York. As a child Mopreme lived with his father, Mutulu Shakur, his fathers wife, Afeni Shakur and his younger brother Tupac Shakur.
His talent and love for music began to manifest itself in early childhood, where he could be found rapping on the streets of Queens. Mopreme knew early on in his life that he wanted to pursue a career in the music industry.
As a young adult, Mopreme served in the military for a brief period before moving to Oakland, CA. It was in Oakland that Mopreme hooked up with Tony! Toni! Tone! and recorded the hit song "Feels Good" (MUSIC VIDEO BELOW) off their multi-platinum album The Revival.
In 1993, Mopreme joined his brother Tupac on the single "Papaz Song", off Tupac's second album, Strictly 4 My N.I.G.G.A.Z. It was also around this time the Thug Code was developed by Tupac, Mutulu and Mopreme. The Thug Code ultimately led to the development of the group Thug Life.
The group consisted of Tupac, Mopreme, Big Syke, Macadoshis and Rated R. In 1994, they released the album, Thug Life Volume 1. Mopreme was featured on 6 of the 10 songs including the hits "Bury Me A G" and "Cradle To The Grave".
Next on Mopreme's rap resume was an appearance on Tupac's multi-platinum All Eyez On Me album. Mopreme showcased his lyrical skills on the song "When We Ride". Mopreme continued to perform and record with his brother until Tupac's untimely death in 1996.
Do y'all think he's livin off his brother's royalties ?
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Probally but he has dropped a few albums on the indie scene so he is still recording music
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He was bout to drop an album on moblife records but I heard he wasnt down with them no more so I didnt buy it.. But when he drops a proper album I will cop it fo sho! Thug Life!! ;D
peace
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military?? didnt know that
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too bad mopreme has never been @ the same level of his brother
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I dont like when they show that picture of video of Tupac.
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He supposed to be somehow involved with BET's 'American Gangster' which will be doing an episode on Mutulu Shakur for the new season.
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“THE DON REMEMBERED”
TRIBUTE CONCERT TO THE LATE GREAT TUPAC SHAKUR
West Coast Artists Show their Enduring Respect for the Late Tupac Shakur on the Anniversary of his Untimely Death
WHO: Mopreme Shakur will headline the event, with a performance by Aftermath artist Bishop Lamont and a special appearances by Glasses Malone from Hoo-Bangin’
Records. Special celebrity attendees to be announced and many surprise guests throughout the night.
WHEN: This Saturday, September 13th, 2008.
Media Check-in: 8:30pm
Red Carpet Arrivals: 9:30pm
TICKETS & INFO EMAIL: cesar24ent@yahoo.com
WHAT: On the twelfth anniversary of Tupac Shakur’s passing, West Coast heavy-weights will come together to honor his memory at a very special event in Hollywood. “The Don Remembered” will feature special performances by Aftermath artist and Dr. Dre protÈgÈ Bishop Lamont with a special guest appearance by Glasses Malone (Hoo-Bangin’ / Cash Money Records), whose hit singles “Haterz” featuring Lil’ Wayne and “Certified” featuring Akon have been the buzz on the hip hop radar. Legendary hip hop icon Mopreme Shakur of Thug Life/Outlawz will headline the evening where guests will hear a sneak peek of his upcoming album, “Alpha Thug.”
A portion of the evening’s proceeds will be donated to the Free Mutulu Shakur Campaign (FMSC) and to the Tupac Amaru Shakur Foundation (TASF). The FMSC is a non-profit that raises funds for the legal defense of political prisoner Dr. Mutulu Shakur and increases awareness about the cases of prisoners like Dr. Shakur. The TASF provides arts programs from its center in Atlanta.
SOURCE: Bishop's myspace
WHERE: The Ivar Nightclub
6356 Hollywood Blvd (@ Ivar St.)
Hollywood, CA 90028
WHERE: The Ivar Nightclub
6356 Hollywood Blvd (@ Ivar St.)
Hollywood, CA 90028
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looks like a nice event