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Friends since middle school, Tamir Ruffin (aka Nokio) recruited Mark Andres (aka Sisqo) and James Green (aka Big Woody Rock) to join him in a singing group, and they began performing around the Baltimore area; and after a while, Larry Anthony (aka Jazz) joined the group. The group originally would perform gospel music, but made the switch to R&B and in 1996 they caught their big break when they were signed to Island Record’s “Island Black” division.
Immediately after signing the record deal, they started working on their first album. The eponymous album, released in 1996, eventually reached certified gold, and the single “Tell Me” was featured on the soundtrack for the movie “Eddie.” In 1997 the group entered some legal drama, filing a suit to leave their contract with Island Records when their manager was hit on the head by an Island employee, and by the end both sides came to a settlement with Dru Hill still remaining on their contract.
In 1998 the group released their sophomore album, “Enter the Dru” and contained within it was the single “How Deep Is Your Love,” a song that was featured on the soundtrack to the film “Rush Hour.” By the end of the following year, “Enter the Dru” had sold over two million copies; however during their shoot for the music video for Will Smith’s “Wild Wild West,” Woody quit the group to return to his gospel roots, who would eventually be replaced by Def Jam artist, Case.
While working on their next album, “Dru World Order,” Sisqo was simultaneously working on his solo project, and released his debut album, “Unleash The Dragon” in 2000. While his solo album resulted in three fairly successful singles, it also resulted in “Dru World Order” being pushed back and due to conflict between members resulted in the group breaking apart. Luckily, by the end of 2001 the group started to reassemble and “Dru World Order” was finally completed and released in November 2002.
Avis
Dru Hill are probably best known, with the benefit of hindsight, for having launched the solo career of Sisqo, a man who went from global stardom in the early noughties with the frankly classic likes of ‘The Thong Song’ to ultimately being reduced, just a few years later, to appearing on Celebrity Big Brother in the UK and demonstrating classic signs of ‘small man syndrome’ by defending his height by claiming that he’s “taller when he stands on his wallet”. Regardless, to dismiss Dru Hill as merely some vehicle for Sisqo’s own music would be totally criminal, given that they’ve had three platinum albums of their own and a slew of chart hits, including the Redman-featuring ‘How Deep Is Your Love’. They’ve never officially split, either, despite the fact that their sound is pretty rooted in that late-noughties style of R&B; they continue to tour after eschewing their classic three-part harmony structure on fourth album InDRUpendence Day. Their U.S. shows, though, have had them on top harmonising form, skipping Sisqo’s solo work for classic cuts from the Dru back catalogue; they’ve yet to reach the UK, but should have a nostalgia-heavy audience waiting for them once they do.
Joeg_67
KILLED IT!!! LIKE MURDERED IT!!! WOULD GO SEE IT A THOUSAND MORE TIMES!!! Only bad thing was the opening act - was a one-man show. He didn't do anything that really got the crowd going. This is a concert for people who were into R&B in the 90's-2000's, he should have done some cover work that people could have related to (or a more appropriate act could have been booked). Nice enough performance, but I was concerned that the main act would be just as dull. Not to worry!! DRU HILL KILLED IT!!! From the moment they came on stage to the last song, people were on their feet and singing along. When they started in with their tribute to the 90's with Jodeci, Mint Condition, etc... covers I legit lost my mind and screamed my fool head off like a little school girl. I knew every word and everrrryyyone was singing and jamming out. When they sang Beauty it brought tears to my eyes and they didn't even have to sing a word because literally everyone in the audience was singing it to them. This was hands down the best performance I have seen in a lonnnng time even down a memeber and I am so happy that we were able to make the event. This is a MUST SEE and don't let the opening act fool you - this is amazing!! <3 <3
KittyKat210
Dru Hill, the band known for successfully influencing hip-hop and R & B with gospel music achieved huge success in the 90's with their unique take on the genre and years later they are still touring to a loyal fan base and newer converts who have discovered their music at a later date.
Despite the immensely popular Mark Andrews, or Sisqo as he is better known perhaps being the most well known of the group, each member is given equal cheers at their appearance. They are all equally good frontmen too as they command the crowd to bounce as one for classic 'Never Make A Promise'. The fans know the music well and the band seems evidently pleased by this as they look between each other with bemusement while they sing loudly to 'We're Not Making Love No More' below. The group keeps up with the crowd's energy level all evening before a finale of 'In My Bed' sees the masses explode in cheering, singing and rapping and the group feel they deserve the cheers by its closure.
sean-ward
Dru Hill who?!
More like Sisqo'-n-nem!
Where are the original Dru Hill band members? What we got was band member replacements who would have been great if this was a talent show. Sisqo's energy, showmanship, and overall performamce very easily outshined the other band members, so much so, I thought that this was a Sisqo' performance and "Dru Hill" was going to take the stage later in the evening. The band was okay, just not what I was expecting. Felt a little duped.
tracy.l.powell
- Best concert I've ever been to
- The venue was perfect
- The crowd was friendly yet passionate about Dru Hill - We all had a common bond!
- Nokio came into the audience and danced with the crowd - totally awesome moment of the night!!
- Sisqo never ages!! What the heck?? He still looks the same as he did back in the day!!! Still handsome as ever!!
- I would definitely attend another Dru Hill concert, ANYWHERE! LOVE DRU HILL!!!
DanaNichelle
This show was such a good time! Yoshi's is the perfect venue to really hear an artist and have an intimate experience. Not all of the band members were there to perform but they made up for it. Sisqo still sounds great and is really entertaining. They performed their hits and other great 90s R&B songs by other artists. My man and I were reminiscing and singing 90s hits well after the show ended!
jessdurkee
Really enjoyed the show just disappointed that it was only a half hr set and they didnt sing their most famous Dru Hill songs . Where was how deep is your love ? A lot of filler music and a band I’ve never heard of , expected a lot more for what I was paying . Still love the fact I got to see Sisqó just wish there was more content.
sam-balderson
They were great excellent performers voice sound the same since when they first introduced to the world I had great time seeing Dru Hill Perform they're interactive with crowd friendly funny entertaining I'm so happy I was able to see them live I would definitely recommend seeing them if there in your city
jane-jones-11
I had an amazing time listening to one of my favorite 90's R&B bands. They didn't come on till after 9pm but it was worth it.
They looked better than ever and sounded the same.
Dont let this be the end of Dru Hill. would love to see them again, this time up close.
justbologna
Dru Hill was EVERYTHING! For it to be their 20th anniversary they still performed as if it was their first show. They didn't miss a beat and sang LIVE all the way through. REAL SANGING! REAL DANCING! Love true R&B singers. We'll always love you Dru Hill!!!
brittney-l-cade
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