| SKAMP | |
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| Background information | |
| Origin | Lithuania |
| Genres | Pop-rock, Rap/Hip-hop |
| Years active | 1998–present |
| Labels | Tabami Records Melodija Records Koja Records Group |
| Website | www.skamp.lt |
| Members | |
| Erica Jennings Victor "Vee" Diawara Vilius Alesius |
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SKAMP is a Lithuanian pop band.
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SKAMP blends pop, rock, Hip Hop, and reggae genres into a unique alternative sound. Skamp rose to fame in Lithuania in May 1998, with a cover of George Gershwin's Summertime. The song was an instant success in Lithuania and they have gone on to release 6 studio albums. The members have also pursued several independent projects. SKAMP have supported several world-famous artists and groups; such as The Black Eyed Peas, Wheatus, Bomfunk MCs.[1]
SKAMP appeared in the Eurovision Song Contest 2001 held in Copenhagen, Denmark with their song You Got Style. They finished in 13th place with 35 points which, at the time, was Lithuania's highest position in the contest until the Eurovision Song Contest 2006 when LT United finished in 6th. Victor Diawara was also a member of LT United.
| Awards and achievements | ||
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| Preceded by Aistė with "Strazdas" |
Lithuania in the Eurovision Song Contest 2001 |
Succeeded by Aivaras Stepukonis with "Happy You" |