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Prior to the formation of the Diplomats and the Diplomats label, for which Jones is arguably best known, the Harlem native performed as the hype man for friend and rapper Cam’ron. Following Cam’ron’s solo success, the Diplomats label was created and the group were afforded the luxury creative freedom, with which Jones released his debut solo album “On My Way to Church” in August 2004. Debuting at No. 18 on the Billboard 200, the album earned positive reviews aided by the singles “Certified Gangstas” and “Crunk Muzik”. Released on the Diplomats label in association with Koch Records, the record features Cam’ron, Juelz Santana, and Bun B.
The rapper’s sophomore album “Diary of a Summer” arrived in August 2005 once again under Diplomats and Koch labels. Proving more popular among critics, the record peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard 200, led by the un-charting single “Baby Girl”. Taking his music in a more commercial direction, Jones’ third full-length “Hustler’s P.O.M.E (Product of My Environment)” features a guest appearance from Lil Wayne. Spawning his biggest single to date “We Fly High”, complete with signature dance moves, the album peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard 200. Following the release Jones collaborated with the hip-hop group ByrdGang on the album “M.O.B.: The Album”, which reached No. 19 on the Billboard 200, and issued the No. 19 charting mixtape “Harlem’s American Gangster” in 2008. The rapper has also released a pair of Christmas albums “A Dipset X-Mas” and “A Tribute To Bad Santa Starring Mike Epps” highlighting his versatility.
Jim Jones’ major-label debut was the 2009 album “Pray IV Reign”, which peaked at No. 9 on the Billboard 200. Released on Columbia Records, the album spawned the singles “Pop Champagne”, “Na Na Nana Na Na”, and “Precious”, as well as featuring the likes of Twista, Lil Wayne and NOE. A collaborative album alongside fellow Harlem rapper DJ Webster appeared in October 2009, after which the rapper left Columbia for E1 Records and issued the mixtape “The Ghost of Rich Porter” in March 2010. Alongside Damon Dash Jones formed the label imprint Splash Records later in 2010, and issued his fifth studio album “Capo” in April 2011.
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As well as being a successful hip hop artist, Jim Jones is a highly regarded producer and director of music videos, as well as the co-CEO of Diplomat records. He has created and performed in many bands, as well as being listed on the Billboard Hot 100 multiple times. Surprisingly, he’s also performed in the off Broadway musical Hip-Hop Monologues: Inside the Life and mind of Jim Jones, a autobiography show.
Seeing him live was exhilarating, knowing you’re in a room with someone with so much talent was incredible, and the energy that he brought to every lyric showed why he has been so successful. His lyrics are clever and educated, and when you’re listening to a studio recording, although it’s clear and easy to hear, for some reason you don’t listen as clearly and take in as much as seeing a live performance. His body language and facial expressions told half of the story, and that’s something that you’ll never learn from a recording.
He plated through the entirety of Capo from start to finish, which was epic and had a great chronological message that unfolded throughout the show. The energy was incredible, and I didn’t stop dancing throughout, I’d definitely recommend seeing him live.!
yazhow
Had a blast paka vapes was in the building street motivation magazine lot of bueatiful ladies goodtimes go again anytime pack ent & m4 were good hosts. Jim jones came out a bit later than I thought, but he did, did his thing and hung with the people was dope!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
M4Eventz
I was disappointed . He didn't do much of his music as his DJ didn't make the show so it was taken over by some, random acts that were horrible. Fortunately Jim really tried to make the show a success and since I'm a true fan I will continue to support.
tonkya-lemons
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