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2 Rude

bvoc, CA, Toronto
Producer of Hip-Hop/Rap and Electronic
A.k.a. Richard Rude

2 Rude has been instrumental in revolutionizing Canadian urban music. Born in Toronto and raised in Jamaica, D.C., and New York this producer, performer, songwriter and businessman consistently covers all angles of the music industry with his multi-talented scope. The most successful producer to release his own compilation album, 2 Rude's Rudimental 2K broke ground in Canada going platinum four times over (including compilations) and launching the careers of many successful artists. The popularity of this album solidified the presence of urban music in Canada. Not only have album sales represented the success of 2 Rude's career but he has been honoured with various nominations and awards including Canada's highly respected Juno Awards, Much Music, Indies and Urban Music Awards. His creative genius has garnered him experience with such artists as Glenn Lewis, Pharohe Monch, K-OS, Saukrates, Jully Black, In Essence, Goodie Mob, Smooth Da Hustler and many more. Most recently, 2 Rude reintroduced his unique talent by creating a new niche in hit remixes, which include the reggae remix to Keisha Chantes Bad Boy and the Rudimaican remix to Estheros Fastlane both featuring Shakari Nyte. He also solified his hold in the hip hop scene providing hits for the artists Jelleestone (“Rude Riddim”) and Eternia’s (“Hate”) on their current albums. 2 Rude's production skills are also prevalent in a wide range of popular TV shows including Americas Next Top Model, Pimp My Ride, Punked and more. Constantly reinventing himself 2 Rude is a force to be reckoned within the global urban music scene. With a new focus on Rudimental Records, 2 Rude is reinventing a new era in Canadian urban music. The first single High On Love is already in rotation in Toronto and Winnipeg and is generating a strong on line hype. 2 Rude and his Rudimental team are sure to continue to drop the club bangers, introduce the world the best in urban music and continue to innovate with his diverse musical genius.

Genres

• Hip-Hop/Rap
• Electronic
• Reggae
• R&B/Soul

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