Grandson biography

When you think of the Virginia shore, images of beaches, spring vacation and awesome parties come to mind. You may also think of award-winning music greats like Missy Elliott, Pharrell Williams or Timbaland. Whatever the case, Virginia has been on the mainstream map for quite some time.

Enter Grandson, a Newport News native who has been thriving in the Southern and Mid-Atlantic underground for years now, surviving on his talent, business sense and the support of loyal fans. After releasing several successful indie projects, Grandson is prepping his newest mixtape Loot Skywalker, which will debut on January 25, 2011.

It’s no secret that Virginia also raised a number of celebrities who have made it through the worst of the worst, only to succeed far beyond what was expected of them. Grandson hails from the very same neighborhood, often referred to as “Bad Newz”, that gave us Allen Iverson and Michael Vick. The latter was actually a childhood friend of Grandson, and the troubled baller has more than proven that he can turn lemons into lemonade – something that Grandson feels is his personal forte when it comes to his music.

Despite any challenges, Grandson has love for his home, and recognizes the adversity gives his music so much relatable energy. “Newport News has helped me grow. I know fans will be able to feel the emotion and truth from my lyrics, because I am speaking exactly what they see in these times. I am definitely giving the real street perspective, not just stereotypes and trap music.”

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