AKON

Aliaune Thiam (born April 16, 1977), better known by his stage name Akon (pronounced /ËˆeÉªkÉ’n/), is a Wolof Senegalese-American hip hop singer-songwriter,and record producer. Akon rose to prominence in 2004 following the release of his single "Locked Up" from his debut album Trouble. His second album, Konvicted, earned him a Grammy Award nomination for the single "Smack That." He is the founder of two record labels, Konvict Muzik and Kon Live Distribution. He is well known for singing hooks and has over 155 guest appearances and 23 Billboard Hot 100 songs to his credit. He is the first solo artist to ever accomplish the feat of holding both the number one and two spots simultaneously on the Billboard Hot 100 charts twice.

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David Guetta feat Akon: Sexy Chick

via ok.co.uk ( 66 Days ago )
The French DJ has dominated the charts this summer, and this stomper looks set to continue his reign.

Chris Brown To Headline MJ Tribute Concert, Tarnish MJ’s Flawless Legacy

via bestweekever.tv ( 73 Days ago )
Chris Brown has finally landed his first public gig since his February domestic abuse incident: he’ll be headlining the Michael Jackson tribute concert in Vienna alongside Mary J. Blige and Akon. Guess he’s gotta start small and work his way back up… The first group of performers also includes boy band US 5, protégés of imprisoned boy-band impresario Lou Pearlman, [...]

Michael Jackson tribute concert: Mary J Blige and Akon to perform

via telegraph.co.uk ( 73 Days ago )
Chris Brown Natalie Cole and Sister Sledge will also take part in Vienna tribute concert later this month.

Mary J Blige, Akon, Chris Brown for Michael Jackson Vienna tribute gig

via nme.com ( 73 Days ago )
Mary J Blige, Akon, Chris Brown, Natalie Cole and Sister Sledge have signed up to perform at a forthcoming Michael Jackson tribute show in Vienna.

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South Florida Summer Fest, This Saturday in Miami!

via thesource.com ( 94 Days ago )
This Saturday August 22nd at the American Airlines Arena, Vision Entertainment presents South Florida Summer Fest. Scheduled performers include Keri Hilson, Ne-Yo, Akon, T-Pain, Flo-Rida, and many more. There will definitely be some surprises in store and this is the hottest ticket in Miami right now so don’t you dare miss out! Hit the jump to check out the commercial for [...]

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Young Jeezy Brings Out Akon On Tour

via uproxx.com ( 102 Days ago )

New Michael Jackson Songs Discovered!!!

via perezhilton.com ( 105 Days ago )
We can't wait! On a computer in his rented Holmby Hills mansion, a multitude of unreleased Michael Jackson songs were found!! According to Michael's manager, Frank DiLeo, there were at least 100 songs on the hard drive! Some were recorded during the 1980s, tracks left off Bad and Thriller, and others feature current talent like Ne-Yo and Akon. The Jackson family has the computer [...]

Diddy Reveals Red Cafe's Bad Boy Partnership, "It's No Secret To The Deal"

via sohh.com ( 109 Days ago )
Diddy recently spoke on the signing of fellow New York emcee Red Cafe and spilled the business dealings behind his joint partnership with Akon. [Visit SOHH.com for more information]

Diddy Welcomes Red Cafe To Bad Boy With New Mixtape

via mtv.com ( 109 Days ago )
Diddy teams with Akon to 'take Red to the place he needs to be taken to,' in Mixtape Daily.By Shaheem Reid, with additional reporting by Rahman Dukes Red Cafe Photo: MTV News Red Cafe told Mixtape Daily that the working relationship between him and Diddy is like peanut butter and jelly. "He brings tracks in that he feels my voice would marry," Red said. "As well, I bring [...]

Akon Remembers His 'Cool, Funny' Friend Michael Jackson

via mtv.com ( 109 Days ago )
'I didn't expect him to be that cool,' Akon recalls in moment from MTV's 'Michael Jackson's Human Nature.'By James Montgomery Akon Photo: MTV News Akon has recorded tracks with some of the biggest and brightest stars in music. But there's one star who was bigger and brighter than all the rest: Michael Jackson. In 2007, Akon spent time in a Las Vegas studio with the King [...]