D Teck

Dwayne "D-Teck" Grant
Background information
Birth name Dwayne Domonick Grant
Also known as D-Teck
Born (1987-11-04) November 4, 1987
Kingston, Jamaica
Origin Bronx, New York, United States
Genres Hip hop, R&B, soul, Reggae
Occupation(s) Record producer, record executive, rapper, songwriter, dj, television producer
Years active 2001–present
Labels Wazzup Media Group, Columbia, UMG, Bungalo Records, Konvict Muzik
Associated acts Common Kings, Akon, Cara Braia, J. Diamondz, Rashaun Will, Richie Loop, JQT, RaOol, DJ Pain 1
Website about.me/DwayneGrant

Dwayne Domonick Grant (born November 4, 1987), known as D-Teck, is an American hip hop recording artist, record producer, songwriter, rapper, and label owner. He was born in Kingston, Jamaica and was raised in the Bronx, New York. He has worked with and produced the likes of Common Kings, Akon, Cara Braia, J. Diamondz, Rashaun Will, Richie Loop, JQT, DJ Pain 1 and most recently serves as Co-CEO of Wazzup Media Group.

Musical career

2001–2010: Early career

In 2001, D-TECK began writing, singing, and rapping in part by his love of hip-hop. In 2004, D-Teck was introduce to Christopher "Spida" Boswell, former member of the Refugee Camp and currently of Konvict Yard Muzik. Christopher "Spida" Boswell was the one who gave Dwayne the name "D-Teck". In 2010, Qwes Kross, elevated D-TECK as an official member of the 50/50 Konvict Muzik.[1] Today, D-Teck serves as online marketing director, A&R and recording artist.

2010–2014: Konvict Muzik

In early 2012, D-teck was promoted as A&R Director for Konvict Muzik Group by the Co-CEO and Founder Melvin E. Brown.[2] As A&R Director, D-Teck presented Common Kings to both Melvin E. Brown and Co-founder of Konvict Muzik Group Megastar Akon. Common Kings were subsequently signed to Sony Music division in Australia. D-Teck was also instrumental in discovering K-pop Girls group JQT. As a result, JQT was also signed to Konvict Muzik. Currently, D-Teck is the Director of Artist & Repertoire, Talent Scouting, and Music Production.

2015–present: Wazzup Media Group

In 2015, Dwayne "D-Teck" Grant created Wazzup Media Group under which he serves as CO-CEO with partner Rose Ducharme.[3] D-Teck realized the need for a platform that covers entertainment in a broad sense without media bias; therefore, launching the conglomerate. D-Teck expertise and connections in the industry pivots as the engine behind Wazzup Media Group which expands radio, internet marketing, advertising, and a recording label. On November 7, 2016, Wazzup Media Group launched the company to the public with a gala that included performances by Ted Park, Muscle Team Fuzz, and perishable items for charity provided by celebrity chef, Shawnae Dixon.[4]

Discography

Music/Production/Mixtapes

References

  1. ↑ "D-Teck CEO of Invigorator Recordz, A&R for Konvict Muzic". MusicXray. MusicXray. Retrieved 22 March 2017.
  2. ↑ Melvin Brown “Melvin Brown Interview about Common Kings and D-Teck, " Interview Melvin Brown talks Common Kings and D-Teck ", Soundcloud Artist on Rise, January 2009
  3. ↑ Wazzup Media Group “Wazzup Media Group announces New Wave of Future, "Wazzup Media Group announces New Wave of Future ", PrLog Wazzup Media Group, September 2016
  4. ↑ "Wazzup Media Group Epic Brand Launch". www.wazzuptonight.com. Wazzup Tonight, llc. Retrieved 25 November 2016.

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