Profile
Famous as :
R&B singerBirth Name :
Omari Ishmael GrandberryBirth Date :
November 12, 1984Birth Place :
Inglewood, California, USAClaim to fame :
Album "O" (2005)
Omarion Denies Being Dropped, Speaks on Joining Timbaland
August 21, 2008 02:08:43Former lead singer of boyband B2K, Omarion tells MTV that he signed to Timbaland's Record, Mosley Music Group without any interference from others. He also firmly slams down rumor, claiming that he had been fired by Sony/Columbia Records due to a poor record sale. In an interview, he says, "I asked to be released. A release is different from a drop. When an artist is dropped, usually they haven't brought any revenue to the company. As you know, I've been with that company for a long time, roughly over six years. Throughout B2K and my solo albums, revenue was still brought in."
Meanwhile, when asked about B2K, he says that he tries to be more positive but still part of him, despite his forgiveness, admits he has been hurt. "I used to rock with them dudes, and now when I see them, it's not like that," says he as continuing, "If somebody has done something to disrespect you as a man, I feel like I have to protect myself. So now when I see them, after everything that happened, how do I be nice? How do I be cool?"
Omarion Signed With Mosley Music Group
June 21, 2008 12:06:59After breaking up with his previous label Columbia Records in April, finally Omarion has found a new company. Latest report stated that the R 'n' B singer has signed a deal with Timbaland's label Mosley Music Group, a joint venture company with Interscope Records.
Confirming about the new deal, Omarion stated to the press his delight and excitement over the chance to be working with Timbaland. "I'm really excited about this project. Timbaland is like family to me, so it's always great to work with family and I think this is going to be my best album yet. I'm happy to call Mosley Music Group my new home," he said.
Omarion Split With Record Label
April 21, 2008 11:04:44It looks like Omarion's musical career is under threat now after he was dropped by his label. The rapper who was engaged to Columbia Records, reportedly has no longer continued his courtship with the label.
The news was confirmed by an inside source who told BlackVoices.com. Apparently, the reason behind the drop is yet to be revealed. Neither Omarion nor the record label's representative have released their statements regarding the report.
Bow Wow and Omarion Performed on Ugly Betty, the Video
January 12, 2008 10:01:50ABC hit TV series 'Ugly Betty' tapped Bow Wow and Omarion to make cameos on its January 3, 2008 episode and the part has been brought on-line. Both music icons appeared as themselves in the episode which is called 'Zero Worship'.
In the episode, Bow Wow who appeared longer than Omarion, got stuck in the elevator with the central character Betty, played by America Ferrera, and he had a deep conversation with her before another character, Amanda, opened the stopped lift door. He then, in another frame, performed with Omarion, singing while 'unusual' models including Betty straddling on the runaway.
Video Premiere: Bow Wow and Omarion's 'Hey Baby (Jump Off)'
December 27, 2007 09:12:28The latest music video pulled from Bow Wow and Omarion's joint project has been premiered. The clip is for the Rick Rubin-produced song 'Hey Baby (Jump Off)', taken as the second single from 'Face Off'.
The song is based on LL Cool J's 'Going Back to Cali'. Omarion, who at one shot sports his now infamous not-dreadlocked hair, said in an interview with MTV that he "gets a chance to really let loose with his dancing" in the video.
Bow Wow and Omarion's 'Girlfriend' Video Arrives!
November 02, 2007 11:11:56Bow Wow and Omarion have finally released the video of their joint single, 'Girlfriend'. As interesting as the collaboration itself, the clip also shows the former child rappers pampered by their respective 'women'.
The video was premiered on BET's Access Granted on Wednesday (October 31). The song will appear as the first single from 'Face Off' that is due December 11. Earlier this week, a version of the album's cover art has leaked, and another one just did as seen above.
New Cover Art: Bow Wow Splits Face With Omarion
November 01, 2007 02:11:45Bow Wow and Omarion have split their faces for the cover of 'Face Off'. The two former child stars have all grown up to release the joint project on December 11.
Bow Wow recently spoke to MTV, saying how the first single 'Girlfriend' is "gonna be the biggest records I've ever done in my career". The clip for the single which will be released later this year has just been shot in Los Angeles.
'Slam', Super Collaboration Among Bow Wow, Omarion and Chris Brown
October 29, 2007 04:10:24Bow Wow and Omarion's collaborative album will contain another major involvement from equally young and much-demanded singer. 'Slam' is a joint piece that they did with fellow R&B crooner Chris Brown.
'Slam' is among the tracks included in 'Face Off' that is due December 11. Billboard.com reported that the album will come in both standard 12-track version as well as CD/DVD combo featuring some behind-the-scenes and music videos from their previous respective albums.
Omarion and Kat DeLuna's Video for 'Cut Off Time'
September 13, 2007 11:09:13
The video of Kat DeLuna and Omarion's duet in 'Cut Off Time' has been completed. Apt to their young performers image, both singers incorporate a lot of dance scenes for this one.
'Cut Off Time' is confirmed to be the lead single for the movie 'Feel the Noise' which puts Omarion as the main character. The song was produced by Timbaland and is expected to be released along with other soundtracks for the movie.
Fresh Track From Bow Wow and Omarion's Joint Project Leaks
August 21, 2007 01:08:01
Bow Wow and Omarion's promise to return as a duo in a brand new album has finally come to fruition. A new single called 'Designated Driver' from the album, now dubbed 'Face/Off', has leaked online and is predicted to be the lead single from the joint project.
'Designated Driver' is another hip-hop beat song that sees the singers, who started as teen sensations, all grown up both musically and lyrically. Although it's not the first time both have brought up girls issue in their songs, this would be one of the firsts Bow Wow to ever include the word 'a**' in his lyrics.
Bow Wow & Omarion Baking Secret Album
May 30, 2007 12:05:30
As previously reported, Bow Wow is going to do a joint project with his buddy singer Omarion. Up to this level, the two have been working on an album that will be ready for sale by November.
Announced on Tuesday (May 29), the rapper and R&B singer will combine their music in an album that is yet untitled. Omarion said that this project "isn't about money" but is more about the music. "We both started young and have grown up together, working on the same tours, and have developed our identity in the music world," he said.
Bow Wow & Omarion for a Joint Project
May 10, 2007 04:05:28
Claiming that this would be his music year, Bow Wow repeats his successful collaboration with "brother" Omarion. The two of them will have a double joint CD before the end of this year which he refers as 'celebration'.
The rapper revealed that he and Omarion have had this project in mind for years but hadn't got the opportunity. "We're in the creative process right now, still trying to come up with a title and everything," Bow Wow said. "Me and him are coming up with ideas daily, so the process is gonna go real smooth. We're anxious to get in the studio together and make this whole thing happen."
Winners of the 2007 Soul Train Music Awards Unleashed
March 12, 2007 12:03:14
The 2007 Soul Train Music Awards that was held at Pasadena Civic Auditorium has revealed its winners. Co hosted by LeToya Luckett and Omarion and planned to air between March 17th and 25th, the event sadly did not attract most of the winners to come. The show went on anyway.
Winners of Best R&B Album are Jamie Foxx and Mary J. Blige. Foxx grabbed the award through his album "Unpredictable" (2005) while Blige who did not attend the ceremony won it through "The Breakthrough" (2005).
AceShowbiz's Top 100 Celebrity Buzz for February 2007
March 01, 2007 05:03:06
With her abundant talent in acting, dancing, and singing plus her striking, fresh look, Vanessa Hudgens really has stolen considerable attention around and so, it should come as no surprise that the beauty finally reaches the top spot on AceShowbiz's Top 100 Celebrity Buzz of February 2007 edition.
Ascending six notches from her previous position, the "Come Back to Me" singer thus becomes the only female figure to seat on the top three as the next two positions below her are firmly secured by Channing Tatum and Omarion, both remaining unmoved from their last-month's slot.
The Billboard 200's 10 Best Bows for January 7th Period
January 11, 2007 03:01:50
The Billboard 200 sees the winning of the girls as the Sony soundtrack to the film "Dreamgirls" jumps from No. 3 to No. 1 this week to top the album charts on sales of 66,000 copies in the week ended Sunday January 7th. Though becoming a champ, that total is the lowest sales total for a No. 1 album since Nielsen SoundScan began tracking data in 1991. What a pity.
Hold the No. 2 spot is Akon's "Konvicted" for a second week, taking in another 64,000 units. Following at No. 3 is DAUGHTRY's eponymous album, which bounces from No. 11 with another 56,000 units. Justin Timberlake's "FutureSex/LoveSounds" jumps from No. 8 to No. 4, sold 52,000 units. Scoring the 5th spot is the 23rd volume of "NOW! That's What I Call Music" with 48,000 units more.
Weekend US Album Charts of December 31st, 2006
January 04, 2007 11:01:08
R&B singer Omarion leads the last pop album chart for 2006, having his latest LP "21" sold 119,000 copies across the United States in the week ended Dec. 31, such amount that immediately brings the Epic release to the top spot of US pop album charts. This isn't the first time that Omarion leads the Billboard 200 as he previously scored No. 1 album with his 2005 solo debut "O" with 182,000 copies in its first week.
Following him on the 2nd spot is Akon's "Konvicted" which bounces eight places from last week position, taking in another 112,000. The soundtrack for "Dreamgirls" amazingly soars 28 places to No. 3, sold another 104,000 units. Nas' "Hip Hop Is Dead" falls to No. 4 on 101,000. Rounding out the Top 5 on the charts is Young Jeezy's "The Inspiration: Thug Motivation 102" with 92,000 copies.
Sacha Baron Cohen Hits the Top Slot on AceShowbiz's Top 100 Celebrity Buzz of November 2006 Edition
December 02, 2006 03:12:43The month of November has seen great movies coming up to the surface yet none of them could gather such tremendous publication like "Borat" for sure, and the one who takes most advantage from it is certainly none other than its star, Sacha Baron Cohen.
Aside from whether it was a good or bad one, the continuous exposure undoubtedly has directed all eyes to gaze fixedly on the funnyman so that it is rather unsurprising indeed to find him seat atop AceShowbiz's Top 100 Celebrity Buzz of November 2006 edition replacing last-month's champ Leonardo Dicaprio who sadly ends up on number sixteen this time.
Leonardo DiCaprio Finishes at No. 1 on AceShowbiz's Top 100 Celebrity Buzz of October 2006 Edition
November 02, 2006 05:11:34
Apparently, it's still hard indeed to shake off the male domination on AceShowbiz Celebrity Buzz so far as the list's top spot honor once again goes to another Hollywood actor, who, not very surprisingly, turns out to be Leonardo DiCaprio.
Follows the footsteps of previous chart-toppers like Brandon Routh, Channing Tatum, and Johnny Depp, the striking guy's success to claim the rank surely cannot be separated from the hype surrounding his latest vehicle "The Departed" which sees him stunningly portray a cop working as a mole inside a mob syndicate.
Omarion as Member of Proud Family
August 19, 2005 10:08:29As Disney finally comes up with a spin-off movie version of its popular animated series, "The Proud Family," Omarion will appear as a guest star in this high-spirited flick, alongside Arsenio Hall.
In related news, this R&B singer will continue to perform in Scream IV tour on September 2 at St. Pete Times Forum in Tampa, Florida. Of course still with Bow Wow plus Marques Houston, Bobby Valentino, Pretty Ricky and B5.
