Promise (rapper)

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Promise
Background information
Born	September 16
Origin	Toronto, Ontario
Genre(s)	Hip Hop (Conscious/Spoken Word/Soul)
Occupation(s)	rapper/poet, singer/songwriter, producer
Years active	2000–present
Website	Promise@Myspace.com

Promise Jj Shepherd (born on September 16) is a Canadian Hip Hop/Soul artist known for his conceptual songwriting and potent lyrical content that focuses primarily on life, love and the consciousness of mankind. Managed by artist management firm S4 Entertainment Promise's world premiere boasts guest appearances by Rhymefest, Tonex, Montell Jordan, Elzhi of Slum Village, Really Doe, GLC, Award-winning poets J. Ivy, Malik Yusef and many more.

1 Biography
2 Discography
3 Awards
4 External links

[edit] Biography

Labeled as a hip-hop sensation, Promise has a proven ability to take any person beyond the shallow surface of life. Distinctly layering his positive vibes with intricate wordplay has had Peace Magazine write; “[Promise has a] rhyme style reminiscent of Rakim.” He himself is quoted saying, “I’m impressed; they compare me to Nas, Common, Kanye West.” Promise comes with lyrical proficiency, reality based content, and moving. Inevitably, this man is well on his way to becoming one of the most distinguished artists of his time.

Sustained by deep understanding and real knowledge, Promise is known for his smooth flow and lyrical substance. He demonstrates superior skills as a hip-hop artist, and because of that he garnered much attention from fans, media, and industry professionals after releasing his online mixtape, Kanye West Presents: Promise. Always making music, this artist is also recognized for his production and songwriting ability. In 2002, Promise formed in-house production team Positivibes, housing producers Chozen Williams, Clayton "Genesis" Connell, artists Erik Flowchild and Arion, and a crew of writers. Having been busy writing, producing, and recording with other artists; the signature sound of Promise can be heard on different recordings, at various events, and on the works of some of his colleagues.

With many awards, numerous successful shows, a few nationally televised performances, and two mixtape releases later Promise is preparing to do it again. Currently working on his album, plans are to have this project released in 2007. With features like, Rhymefest, Tonex, Calvin Richardson, Slum Village, Lathun, and Gary Beals this album is anticipated to be filled with chart-making hits.

[edit] Discography

Album cover	Album information
This image has an uncertain copyright status and is pending deletion. You can comment on the removal.	More Than Music Release Date: June 4th, 2007 Chart positions: TBR Last RIAA certification: TBR Singles: In God We Trust