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Famous as :
R&B singerBirth Name :
Lloyd Harlin Polite Jr.Birth Date :
January 03, 1986Birth Place :
New Orleans, Louisiana, USAClaim to fame :
Album "Southside" (2004)
Official, Lloyd Leaving Irv Gotti's The Inc.
September 03, 2009 03:09:01Three months after revealing his desire to part ways with Irv Gotti's The Inc., Lloyd officially walks out of the label. "I have no regrets, and even if I did, it's about learning to live with them. I look at it as a learning experience ... but I won't really dwell on the past. I will always look forward to the future," he said in a press release regarding his exit from the company.
Following the departure announcement, Lloyd uploaded two videos showing an in-depth interview which details his relationship with Irv and the reason of his exit. In the occasion, the R&B singer stated that what makes him having no interest to stay in The Inc. is because Irv "didn't live up to his commitment." He also expressed his frustration over Irv's "failure to build on the success of his previous releases."
Lloyd Wants to Part Ways With Label
June 12, 2009 01:06:29Lloyd is no longer interested to continue his relationship with Irv Gotti's The Inc. Records. In a press release, the R&B singer says he wants to leave the recording company, citing the need for more control and change as the cause.
"I'm ready for a change," Lloyd states. "There's no bad blood. I just feel I need to take more control over my career and get a fresh start. Hopefully Irv can understand my position."
Eminem, 50 Cent In Talks to Tour Together This Summer
May 19, 2009 09:05:16Both preparing to release a new album this year, rap moguls Eminem and 50 Cent have reportedly discussed about hitting the road together this summer. Hinting the possibility of the rappers' joint tour was one of G-Unit's members Lloyd Banks.
"I'm in and out the office, and there's conversations," Lloyd told MTV during a recent interview. "I'm just as excited as the fans are. The first Anger Management Tour, I wasn't a part of."
Jibbs' Music Video for Single 'The Dedication (Ay DJ)' Feat. Lloyd
April 28, 2009 03:04:59A music video filmed as a promotional effort to support Jibbs' new single called "The Dedication (Ay DJ)" has been premiered. Featuring a cameo from R&B singer Lloyd, the video shows Jibbs and Llyod partying all night long in a night club.
"The Dedication (Ay DJ)" is confirmed to be included in Jibbs' upcoming second studio album tentatively titled "New Tempo, New Swagg". The track, which has Lloyd lending his vocals on the hook, is also going to be listed in Jibbs' soon-to-be-released mixtape "Round One".
Video Premiere: Dem Franchize Boyz's 'Turn Heads' Feat. Lloyd
August 29, 2008 09:08:30Hip hop group from Atlanta Dem Franchize Boyz have just released a music video for brand new single "Turn Heads". As the music video starts, an old-fashioned radio appears and then group begin taking turn in rapping their verses to the camera.
In addition, the single where they team up with rapper Lloyd of G-Unit, is confirmed to appear on the group's third major studio set called "Our World Our Way", which will not come out until September 30 via Koch Records. Beside taping Lloyd, the group, who are comprised of Jizzal Man, Parlae, Pimpin, and Buddie, have also signed Mannie Fresh for single "Mr. Feel Good".
'Lose Control', Lloyd's New Song Ft. Nelly Streamed
July 04, 2008 01:07:45Closing in to the release date of his new record "Lesson in Love", set to out on August 5, a new song from Lloyd's upcoming LP has streamed. The new track which is titled "Lose Control" features the R 'n' B singer's collaboration with rapper Nelly.
Unfortunately, there is no official confirmation whether this new song is the third official single from the new album or not. Previously, promoting "Lesson in Love" Lloyd has already spawned two tracks, "How We Do It (Around My Way)" featuring Ludacris, on March 4 and "Girls Around the World" featuring Lil Wayne, on March 12.
Video Premiere: Lloyd's 'Girls Around the World' Ft. Lil Wayne
June 05, 2008 02:06:34The highly anticipated new video from R 'n' B singer Lloyd has finally streamed on BET, just before its premiere on Yahoo! Music on June 9. The clip was shot to accompany the singer's latest single titled "Girls Around the World".
The new video which was shot in Miami, Florida and being directed by Hype Williams, also features Lil Wayne. Just like the title, the clip also sees lots of female models on it and also a futuristic background.
Lloyd's 'Lesson In Love' Release Date Pushed Back
May 31, 2008 11:05:42Pushing back the release date for their albums seems to be a trend for musicians lately and now Lloyd has added himself to that list. The R 'n' B singer's upcoming record "Lesson In Love" which supposedly will hit the stores on July 15 has now been rescheduled for July 22.
Unfortunately, there are no further explanation from both Lloyd or his record labels regarding the push back. Meanwhile, on the upcoming set itself, the singer taps some famous names to work with him, some of them are Ja Rule, Fabolous, Ludacris, Snoop Dogg, Lil Wayne and Nelly.
Video Premiere: Llyod's 'How We Do It' Feat. Ludacris
April 30, 2008 09:04:19The new music video for Lloyd's latest single "How We Do It (Around My Way)" has finally been premiered on April 28. The video which was shot in 2008 is made to accompany the radio release of his single in March 2008.
Before the single gets its official radio release, it was already leaked on the net in February 2008. The single, which is set to be the first single of his new album "Lesson in Love", also features collaboration with Ludacris.
Coming Soon: '50 Cent: Blood on the Sand' Video Game
March 28, 2008 10:03:23Rap fans and gamers alike will all rejoice in hearing that a new 50 Cent video game is in development. The new video game, titled "50 Cent: Blood on the Sand", is being developed by Swordfish Studios and expected to be resealed before the year ends.
"50 Cent: Blood on the Sand" is the sequel to the rap icon's "50 Center: Bulletproof", which was received well by the gaming public, selling over 1 million copies, upon its release in 2005. The video game will feature 50 Cent and the rest of his G-Unit crew; Lloyd Banks, Tony Yayo, and DJ Whoo Kid, each of whom will also lend their voices to the project. Greater than that, the game "is primed to be packed with more exclusive unreleased music from 50 Cent and G-Unit," IGN has claimed.
Lloyd Giving 'Lesson in Love' This Summer
March 25, 2008 02:03:51Lloyd will release "Lesson in Love" as the third studio album that follows his 2007 album "Street Love". The album will be released this Summer on July 15 via The Inc/Motown Records with first single confirmed to be "How We Do It" featuring Ludacris.
Those sitting on the production panel for this album are The-Dream, Polow Da Don, J-Lack, Tricky Stewart, Eric Hudson, and Jasper and Big Reese. Rapper Lil Wayne will be featured in one of the not-yet-unveiled songs while Nelly will be assisting him on "Lose Control".
Lloyd and Lil Wayne Team Up for an Album
March 05, 2008 10:03:07Started off as a coincidence in the studio, Lloyd came out with an idea that Lil Wayne and him should do an album together. Although no dates have been announced, in an interview with Rhapsody, the R'n'B singer revealed that they will release a joint album called "Best of Young Worlds".
"So I come out the booth," Lloyd explained on the encounter. "Weezy go in and do about 38 bars. The beat cuts off and he's still rapping. He's just killing it and I'm saying to myself, 'Oh this dude is incredible. I gotta work with this dude for real.' And from there, we started our relationship. We've even talked about doing an album together and calling it Best of Young Worlds."
"Now That What I Call Music!" Back with Vol. 25
July 07, 2007 01:07:43Multi-selling record series Now That's What I Call Music is back with its 25th volume. The joint venture of Universal Music Group, Sony BMG Entertainment, EMI Music, and Zomba Group will drop the CD July 17 via the former.
As usual the record will contain 20 most happening songs. Gracing the track list are charting single Avril Lavigne's "Girlfriend", 2007 CMT Music Award winning single Carrie Underwood's "Before He Cheats" and Billboard's airplay gainer Huey's "Pop, Lock &Drop It".
Actress Kristy Swanson Arrested for Alleged Assault
June 18, 2007 01:06:18
Actress Kristy Swanson got herself into trouble when she involved in an altercation with the ex-wife of her companion and former skating partner, Lloyd Eisler, which then resulted in her arrest on late Saturday night June 16th.
Kristy was being escorted by police officers into the police station in Kingston, Ontario, after Eisler's ex, Marcia O'Brien, filed a complaint against her. Confirming the unfortunate to People, the "Skating with Celebrities" star said, "I had to go the police station where I had an appointment at 9 p.m. to begin the process of being arrested".
Nickelback Among the 2007 Canada's Walk of Fame Inductees
June 06, 2007 10:06:48
There are eight Canadians slated to be inducted into this year Canada's Walk of Fame, ranging from musicians, actors, athletes, to journalists, thanks to their great contribution to each of their work field that proves to make famous their beloved country.
Naming the eight lucky honorees are rock band Nickelback, Hockey Hall of Fame goalie Johnny Bower, paraplegic athlete Rick Hansen, actresses Jill Hennessy and Catherine O'Hara, actor Gordon Pinsent, director/producer Ivan Reitman, and journalist Lloyd Robertson.
Britain's Richest Musical Figures According to the Sunday Times
April 28, 2007 09:04:54
At least he still makes the list, though not in the No. 1 position. Paul McCartney's wealth is decreasing as time goes by that he is only ranked 3rd in an annual list of Britain's Richest Musical Figures released Friday April 27th by the Sunday Times. The list said the former Beatle's wealth reaches an estimated £725 million, which is down £100 million from last year.
The decrease is presumably due to his costly divorce with estranged wife Heather Mills, the paper said. Top the annual rich list is the former record label boss Clive Calder, who is considered as the country's only music billionaire with a fortune estimated at £1.3 billion. Theater composer Andrew Lloyd Webber who is worth at £740 million is moving up to 2nd place from 3rd in 2006.
Lloyd Starts His Own Production Company
April 16, 2007 04:04:56
At the age of 21, Lloyd has taken a huge step to expand his territory. The singer starts his own production company named "Young Goldie Production" where he will sit at the position of Executive Producer.
Backed up by Sho Nuff Records' founder Henry Lee and Jazze Pha, Lloyd started this company for one reason, buttering new artists' path to get signed by a label. "It took a long time, so I figured with this company I can introduce new talent out there as well as bring a few of my friends into the game, who to me has what it takes to make it big in the music industry," he said. "I want to be their stepping stone, therefore giving everyone a fair chance to make a name for themselves in this business."
Newcomers Reign Top 3 in the 13th Week of Billboard 200
March 29, 2007 09:03:54
The chart this week went through quite a change both in the number of copies sold and the albums reigning it. Coming first, second and third are all new comers. Modest Mouse's "We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank" sold the highest unit this week with 129,000 and therefore has the right to #1 spot. The tight competitor, Joss Stone's "Introducing Joss Stone" came in at No. 2 after selling 118,000 at the first week. Elliott Yamin with self-titled debut album meanwhile joins his fellow idol casts in the chart by sitting at #3 due to total sales of 90,000.
DAUGHTRY in its seventeenth week still holds its last week position at #4 after selling 76,000. With the kind of number, DAUGHTRY's self-titled album has sold a total of 2 million copies worldwide. A tie occurs between newcomer Marques Houston's "Veteran" and old reigner Akon's "Konvicted". "Veteran" and "Konvicted" have both sold an approximate of 69,000 copies according to Nielsen SoundScan but the former is positioned ahead at #5.
Now Vol. 24 Is Coming Out Soon!
March 23, 2007 03:03:29
Now 24 is back with a string of popular hits. The release date is set for March 27 and be sure to grab a copy in the nearest store.
In its 24th edition, the US series compilation will feature songs by new artists such as Lloyd, Ciara and Lily Allen until the chart-topping musicians such as Beyonce Knowles, Stacy Ferguson, Akon and Nelly Furtado. There will also be scores from bands like Nickelback, The Fray and The All-American Rejects.
The Number 100,000 Is Finally Broken in the 12th Week of US Hot 200
March 22, 2007 12:03:35
Just when new albums started entering the chart last week, they are replaced by a fresh batch of new ones this week. Also, the number 100,000 has been broken this week after four consecutive weeks selling under that. The breaker is brand new album "Luvanmusiq" by Musiq Soulchild that sells 149,000 copies. This is the R&B artist's second #1 album since "Juslisen" in 2002. In Hot R&B/Hip-Hop chart meanwhile Musiq also score a place in the Top 5 through single "B.U.D.D.Y.".
Another fresh-from-the-oven, Lloyd's "Street Love" reigns the second runner of the chart thanks to a sale of 144,000. Rapper Rich Boy entails behind at #3 with his self-titled album that sells 112,000 units. At no. 4 self titled album from old topper DAUGHTRY goes through a decrease sale from 82,000 to 80,000.
Kristy Swanson and Hubby Welcomed a Baby Boy
February 17, 2007 02:02:35
Kristy Swanson and Lloyd Eisler happily welcomed the arrival of their first child Friday Feb 16th, 2007.
The newlyborn, a baby boy, was born at 1:36 p.m. in Los Angeles and weighed 7 lbs., 11 oz. The parents named him Magnus Hart Swanson Eisler.
Recipients Honored at the 29th Annual Kennedy Center Honors
December 04, 2006 11:12:45
The likes of Dolly Parton, Steven Spielberg, and Andrew Lloyd Webber were those who were honored with the Kennedy Center Honors of 2006 Sunday Dec 3rd during the 29th annual national celebration of the arts.
The awards, recognize those who have made outstanding contributions to the performing arts in the US, whether through TV, film, music, theater, opera or music, also honored conductor Zubin Mehta who becomes the first person of Indian heritage to receive a Kennedy Center Honor, and Motown star Smokey Robinson.
Gun Charges Against Young Buck and Lloyd Banks Dropped
November 09, 2006 04:11:32
Felony gun possession charges against Young Buck and fellow rapper Lloyd Banks were dropped Wednesday November 8th at the request of prosecutors. "This whole experience reminds me of the title of my new album, Rotten Apple," Banks commented.
Buck and Banks, both are G-Unit members, were arrested in August 2005 when the van they were riding in with several other men ran a red light. Officers said that after a further investigation they discovered a loaded handgun and another weapon in the vehicle.
US Top 10 Albums of Oct 18th, 2006
October 19, 2006 10:10:59
Veteran singer Rod Stewart leads the pack in the US pop album chart Wednesday Oct 18th, with his latest effort "Still the Same...Great Rock Classics of Our Time" sold 184,304 copies in the week ended October 15. The set, which is Stewart's first rock release in eight years, is the star's fourth No. 1 album in his entire music career.
With Stewart taking the very top position on the album chart, last week's champ goth-pop band Evanescence's "The Open Door" slips to 2nd position with another 164,000 copies. Rapper Lloyd Banks' second set, "Rotten Apple," bows at No. 3 taking in 143,000 units. Jimmy Buffett's "Take the Weather With You" is No. 4 on the Top 200 and No. 1 on the Top Country Albums chart with 121,000 units.
Rapper DMX Caused Riot at Hot 97's Back to School Jam
October 03, 2006 11:10:30
DMX was slated to headline the Hot 97's Back to School Jam, held Saturday September 30th at the Nassau Coliseum. But the rapper unfortunately turned the concert into a riot when he allegedly beat a soundman following sound problems which caused his microphone completely cut out.
Speaking on the incident, Nassau Police Detective Sergeant James Watson said the sound problems occurred when DMX had been on stage no more than 15 minutes. "There came a point in time that the sound was turned down and up again during DMX's performance and it appears he became irate at the soundman. DMX ran toward the sound person, jumped off the stage and onto the soundboard and started a fight with the person."
Eminem Presents "The Re-Up"
September 20, 2006 12:09:55
While his divorce is going to mediator, Eminem rocks the music industry with his new LP. The Grammy-winning rapper is about to make a comeback to the scene with an upcoming LP, titled "Eminem Presents: The Re-Up".
It is a mixtape disc that will serve as an introduction to new artists from his Shady Records camp, naming that of Stat Quo, Cashis and Bobby Creekwater. Besides them all, there's also D12 crew, as well as 50 Cent, Lloyd Banks, Obie Trice and Akon.
Great Talents to Tell "The Tale of Despereaux"
September 14, 2006 09:09:56
Being ambitious with its new film project of "The Tale of Despereaux", a computer-animated feature adapted from Kate DiCamillo's bestseller book of the same title, Universal has announced Wednesday, September 13 that it has cast ten stars to lend voices to the picture.
All expected to be able to "bring to life the unforgettable characters and help convey the excitement, adventure and fun of this perfect gem of a book", the talents involved are Justin Long, Dustin Hoffman, Kevin Kline, Robbie Coltrane, Ciaran Hinds, Christopher Lloyd, William H. Macy, Stanley Tucci, Tracey Ullman, and Sigourney Weaver.
Kristy Swanson & Hubby Lloyd Eisler Expecting Their First Child
August 08, 2006 03:08:21
American actress Kristy Swanson, better known for her portrayal in the 1992 movie "Buffy the Vampire Slayer", and her husband Lloyd Eisler are expecting their first child together on Valentine's Day next year.
The husband-and-wife, who previously denied pregnancy rumors, have through publicist Cheryl Kagan, explained "We wanted to wait until I completed the first trimester to officially announce our pregnancy. Lloyd and I are thrilled and wanted to share the wonderful news."
Another Reality Fiction of Rapper 50 Cent
November 16, 2005 11:11:52His recent movie "Get Rich or Die Tryin'" has provoked many protests from the society, and it even has caused murder. Though, 50 Cent seemingly not take all of that too seriously. Despite the many protests and critics, he keeps movin on, looks like none and nothing can block his way to move forward.
From now on, reports mention that the rapper is about to, again, turn his reality into fiction. This time it will be in form of hip-hop novellas and graphic novels featuring his former G-Unit rap crew buddies. The book, in fact, is a venture with MTV/Pocket Books, publisher of his memoir "From Pieces to Weight."
Actors in Foodfight!
October 26, 2005 10:10:16No, they do not fight for the food. It probably sounds so, but it actually is only a movie title. "Foodfight!" is an action, animation, comedy flick based on a story by Lawrence Kasanoff and Joshua Wexler. Wrote the screenplay is Brent Friedman, Rebecca Swanson and Sean Derek, while Kasanoff himself besides directing also will produce alongside George Johnsen.
"Foodfight!" is set in a supermarket that comes to life after hours. The story begins when the lights are turned off and the doors are locked, chaos reigns supreme for the products in this grocery store. The project is slated for a fall 2006 release date. Cast announced among others are Charlie Sheen, Eva Longoria, Wayne Brady, Chris Kattan and Christopher Lloyd.
