Ghetto Concept

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Ghetto Concept

Biography

The concept is ghetto. Kwajo Cinqo, Dolo and Infinite made up the infamous Rexdale, Toronto rap group Ghetto Concept. Their style is an original and versatile, true hip-hop sound. The duo met up in 1989 and were immediately crowned as one of Canada's most important hip-hop pioneers. Inspired by Whodini, Run-DMC, Isaac Hayes and Curtis Mayfield, Ghetto Concept are influenced by true life experiences.

In 1992, the then young MC's met up with entrepreneur Julien Arthur and released their first single "Certified" on the Indy label Groove-a-Lot Records. After winning two consecutive Juno Awards (the American equivalent to a Grammy) for "Certified" & "Easy on the Motion" in 1994 and 1995, Ghetto then honed their craft. They've traveled and showcased at various national & international conferences, including Jack the Rapper.

In 1995, Infinite's brother was killed and he left the group shortly after. In 1996, he became a solo artist and he went on to release five singles.

In 1996 7Bills Entertainment was born. "This isn’t just for us", says lyricist Kwajo, "we started 7Bills Entertainment for Angel Duss, Blacks, Ray Smoove. We have mad people comin' up with us." Mad people are right, in 1998 on their self-titled album "Ghetto Concept", 7Bills showcased so many artists, they deserve a label deal. Looking toward the future, Ghetto Concept has been able to maintain the longevity in this crazy world. Hoping to capitalize on all they can Ghetto Concept have a plan; to take over and conquer all facets of the entertainment fields.