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J. Hollins

General Info

  • Genre: Neo-soul / R&B / Soul

    Location CHICAGO, Un

    Profile Views: 69465

    Last Login: 6/12/2012

    Member Since 9/29/2005

    Website youtube.com/jhollinstv;twitter.com/jhollins

    Record Label B.B.E. North America L.L.C.

    Type of Label Indie

  • Bio

    .. .. .. .. .. .... ................ .. .............. J.Hollins is a Chicago native, whose smooth vocals, often laced with heavy harmonies, create an ingenious musical sound. He masterfully fuses the traditions of rock, gospel, funk, hip-hop, blues, and soul, while keeping his lyrics fresh and reflective. As the lead singer of a local group, J.Hollins landed a lucrative recording deal with a major record label. As a writer he went on to enjoy success in the UK, after releasing a 4-song EP and contributing to a compilation album entitled Urban Anthems. After years of feeling creatively unfulfilled and fed up with making records to please everyone at the label J.Hollins opted to walk away from it all. Armed with nothing but his own creativity, J.Hollins set out in search of a new start. Enter long time friend and colleague Rhasheem Mohammed PKA "The Grind King". In January 2004 he and J.Hollins started B.B.E. North America L.L.C. Mohammed and Hollins set out to make their company about bringing quality creative music into the mainstream market. B.B.E. North America L.L.C. released J.Hollins debut mixtape "This is Me" in May of 2004. This mixtape offered a deep look into the life of J.Hollins and touched on all of his experiences (good and bad) growing up in LeClaire Courts (a low-income housing project located on Chicago's southwest side). "This is Me" is considered a classic by many and sold over 4000 copies to date. In November 2005 J.Hollins first full length album "The Chronicles" was released to rave reviews and stellar sales for an upstart indie label. Using club DJs and live performances as the main marketing and promotional tool "The Chronicles" has sold more than 12,220 copies to date. In June of 2008 the highly anticipated "Untitled" the second full length album from J.Hollins was released. Shortly thereafter J.Hollins and his associates realized that some of those same influences that he had opted to walk away from in the past were rearing their head once again. Now fresh from a 6 month hiatus J.Hollins is back with new found vigor. Off to a running start with a soulful radio/club friendly love song "You're My Girl f/Anton Genius" produced by super producer Anton Genius. This song is the first offering from J.Hollins upcoming project "...AKA Cassanova Black ". J.Hollins states "I wanted to get back to what I do best, what the people and the DJs came to love about my music. I really wanted to record a grown up album that's what's in my heart. I'm finally hitting my grown man years. I feel like I'm going through a renaissance as a person right now as well as creatively". The term you'll hear to best describe J.Hollins lately is "Rock n Soul Star" he thinks it's hilarious but willingly accepts the title because he says "There are widespread opinions about many artists, a lot of those opinions aren't good ones! Lol! If "Rock n Soul Star" is the collective opinion about me, then I'm not doing too bad, I gladly accept!" http://www.jhollinsmusic.com .. http://twitter.com/jhollins ..
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  • Influences

    Curtis Mayfield, Willie Hutch, Marvin Gaye, Jimi Hendrix, The Gipsy Kings, Gloria Estefan, Sting, Phil Collins, Hall & Oates, Micheal Jackson, Teddy Pendergrass, Barry White, The O'jays, Donnie Hathaway, Gerald Lavert, Roger Troutman & Zapp, Silk, Jodeci, Mary J. Blige, SWV, Boyz II Men, Jill Scott, Jay-Z, LL Cool J, Scarface, Rakim, Nas, Biggie, the list goes on...
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    You be the judge!!!!

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J.Hollins is a Chicago native, whose smooth vocals, often laced with heavy harmonies, create an ingenious musical sound. He masterfully fuses the traditions of rock, gospel, funk, hip-hop, blues, and soul, while keeping his lyrics fresh and reflective. As the lead singer of a local group, J.Hollins landed a lucrative recording deal with a major record label. As a writer he went on to enjoy success in the UK, after releasing a 4-song EP and contributing to a compilation album entitled Urban Anthems. After years of feeling creatively unfulfilled and fed up with making records to please everyone at the label J.Hollins opted to walk away from it all. Armed with nothing but his own creativity, J.Hollins set out in search of a new start. Enter long time friend and colleague Rhasheem Mohammed PKA “The Grind King”. In January 2004 he and J.Hollins started B.B.E. North America L.L.C. Mohammed and Hollins set out to make their company about bringing quality creative music into the mainstream market. B.B.E. North America L.L.C. released J.Hollins debut mixtape “This is Me” in May of 2004. This mixtape offered a deep look into the life of J.Hollins and touched on all of his experiences (good and bad) growing up in LeClaire Courts (a low-income housing project located on Chicago’s southwest side). “This is Me” is considered a classic by many and sold over 4000 copies to date. In November 2005 J.Hollins first full length album “The Chronicles” was released to rave reviews and stellar sales for an upstart indie label. Using club DJs and live performances as the main marketing and promotional tool “The Chronicles” has sold more than 12,220 copies to date. In June of 2008 the highly anticipated “Untitled” the second full length album from J.Hollins was released. Shortly thereafter J.Hollins and his associates realized that some of those same influences that he had opted to walk away from in the past were rearing their head once again. Now fresh from a 6 month hiatus J.Hollins is back with new found vigor. Off to a running start with a soulful radio/club friendly love song “You're My Girl” f/Anton Genius produced by super produced by Anton Genius. This song is the first offering from J.Hollins upcoming project “Reloaded”. J.Hollins states “I wanted to get back to what I do best, what the people and the DJs came to love about my music. I know I do my best work when I’m doing what’s in my heart. That’s what Reloaded is about, I’m a soul singer no question about it. No matter what I’m singing you can hear the soul in it, I want to get back to having good old fashion fun making music. I feel like I’m going through a renaissance as a person right now as well as creatively”. The term you’ll hear to best describe J.Hollins lately is “Rock n Soul Star” he thinks it’s hilarious but willingly accepts the title because he says “There are widespread opinions about many artists, a lot of those opinions aren’t good ones! Lol! If “Rock n Soul Star” is the collective opinion about me, then I’m not doing too bad, I gladly accept!” www.jhollinsmusic.com; www.twitter.com/JHollins; www.facebook.com/jhollinsmusic; www.youtube.com/JHollinsTV

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  1. J. Hollins

    So they shooting infants now? That's what hot in the streets? I swear these lil moon crickets are soft as baby s**t!!!

  2. J. Hollins

    The moment you think of your future and can't envision it without her in it. #wifethatgirl she's doing everything right.

  3. J. Hollins

    Shorty I done forgot more than you ever learned.

  4. J. Hollins

    One day off from working out and training others! Lord knows my body needs it!

  5. J. Hollins

    Let them tell it everybody is somebody. Truth is you bums want attention for mediocrity. It has never worked that way. #goodluckwiththat

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  • C.D.FX

    Man u crazy !lol

    2 years ago
  • Brown Honey Dip

    Hey SEXY Man :) I Just Wanted To Drop Some Holiday Love Today Because Yanno Its About To Get Real Crazy With Tha Holiday Rush N We Will All Be So Busy Spending Time With Family N Friends Just Always Know That I Never Have NE Intentions Of Ever Forgetting About YOU...YOU Are For Ever In Ma Thoughts N Prayers! :-Þ


    I Hope Your Higher Power Gives YOU Tha Strength YOU Need To Keep Your Head Up N Stay Positive N Focused On All Your Dreams N Goals N Life...Remember Build That Foundation First! Dont Let NEbody Take Your Dreams N Goals Away Ever! N Or Tell YOU That YOU Cant Accomplish What YOU Set Out To Do In Life :) May YOU Enjoy Tha Holidays N I Wish YOU A Very Prosperous New Year! This Is Your Year In Twenty Eleven I Know YOU Will Be Getting Urs In 24/7 :-Þ ♥♥KISSES♥♥


    This Is My Wish For YOU: Comfort On Difficult Days, Smiles When Sadness Intrudes, Rainbows To Follow Tha Clouds, Laughter To Kiss Your Lips, Sunsets To Warm Your Heart, Hugs When Spirits Sag, Beauty For Your Eyes To See, Friendship To Brighten Your Being, Faith So That YOU Can Believe, Confidence For When YOU Doubt, Courage To Know Yourself, Patience To Know Tha Truth, LOVE To Complete Your Life! ~~Warm-Cali-Kisses-N-Beautiful-Holiday-Wishes~~


    Love From Me~~~1 YOU STAND IN YOUR OWN LIGHT...MAKE IT SHINE BABEE! :) Just Know If YOU Ever Need Me...I Am Here For YOU!
    ♥♥Brown Honey Dip♥♥

    2 years ago
  • Brown Honey Dip

    Hey SEXY Man! ♥ This Is Ur Girl BROWN HONEY DIP Just Felt Like Coming Through & Showing Some CALI LOVE To YOU & Your Page! ♥ I Hope All Is Well With YOU & Urs!

    ♥ IM THANKFUL FOR YOU ♥

    Thanksgiving Is Tha Appointed Time
    For Focusing On Tha Good In Our Lives.
    In Each Of Our Days,
    We Can Find Small Blessings,
    But Too Often We Overlook Them,
    Choosing Instead To Spend Our Time
    Paying Attention To Problems.
    We Give Our Energy
    To Those Who Cause Us Trouble
    Instead Of Those Who Bring Peace.
    Starting Now,
    Let’s Be On The Lookout
    For Tha Bits Of Pleasure In Each Hour,
    And Appreciate Tha People Who
    Bring LOVE And LIGHT To EVERYONE
    Who Is Blessed To Know Them.
    YOU Are One Of Those People.
    ♥ON THANKSGIVING♥
    ♥I’M THANKFUL FOR YOU♥
    ♥HAPPY THANKSGIVING♥

    Love From Me~~~1 MAY GOD CONTINUE TO KEEP HIS BLESSINGS UPON YOU & YOUR BEAUTIFUL FAMILY ALWAYS!
    :-Þ ♥KISSES♥

    2 years ago
  • Brown Honey Dip

    Hey! How YOU Doin' SEXY? I Am Here Droppin' This SWEET & SEXY CALI LOVE On YOU...Just Wanted To Let Yanno That I Was Thinkin' About YOU Too! Have A Wonderful Rest Of Tha Day...And Please...Dont Forget To Send Some Of Your HOT & SEXY LOVE Back My Way! :-Þ ttys **KISSES**

    JUST A FEW MOTIVATIONAL WORDS FOR YOU:

    *To Reach Your Greatest Dreams In Life*
    *First Set A Worthy Goal*
    *Choose One YOU Can Embrace Each Day*
    *With All Your Heart & Soul*

    Just Know I Am Always Here For Ya...If Ever YOU Need Me! :-Þ

    Love From Me~~~1 YOU ARE THA BEST! :) XOXOXOXOXO

    2 years ago
  • PICASSO CERRADO

    whats good J. how thangs goin? havent seen't you in awhile hit me up you got my number

    2 years ago
  • Cinnamon Mcfarlane

    Showin Som Lov Frm NYC lol

    3 years ago
  • Brown Honey Dip

    Ahh...Thankyou So Much For Reachin' Back Babee! Yanno Your Friendship Is PRICELESS To Me...I LOVE Coming To Your Page N Lookin At YOU & All Your SEXY! :) I Will Always Be Here For YOU Daddy! Even When I Am Sittin' Quiet I Am Still Here For Ya! :) Droppin' All This Sweet & Sexy Cali LOVE Right Back Atchya Ma Sweet Sweet Honey LOVE! MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS ALWAYS! :) **KISSES**

    Love From Me~~~1 THANKYOU FOR THA HEADS UP ON YOUR NEW ALBUM PAPI CHULO...IMMA COP MA COPY NOW!!! :) XOXOXOXOXOXO

    3 years ago
  • William Munny

    HEY WHATS UP JUST WANTED TO COME THRU SHOW SOME LUV AND SAY THANKS FOR THE ADD.

    3 years ago
  • Brown Honey Dip

    Hey How YOU Doin' Today? I Thought I Would Drop Some Of This Sweet & Sexy Cali LOVE Off Today & Wish YOU A Very Warm & Beautiful Spring/Summer This Year Filled With Nothin' But Ice Cold Drinks Food Music & Dance All Season Long! :) Yanno I Had To Come Through & Show Some LOVE To YOU & All Your SEXY! Yanno How I Do! **SMILE** I Am Lookin' Forward To Hearing Back From YOU Soon...Its Been Awhile! :) ttys **KISSES**

    Love From Me~~~1 Have A GREAT One YOU So Deserve It! :) XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO

    3 years ago
  • Aquanna Jackson

    WASSUP BROTHA....HOW'S DA FAM...DOIN ....JUST WANT TO SHOW SUM LUV ON YO PAGE :)

    3 years ago
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