Bando Jonez
| Bando Jonez | |
|---|---|
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| Background information | |
| Origin | Atlanta, Georgia[1] |
| Genres | R&B |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-Songwriter |
| Labels |
Zone 4[2] Epic Records[2] |
| Website |
www |
Bando Jonez is a singer-songwriter from Atlanta, Georgia, currently signed to Zone 4 and Epic Records. His debut single "Sex You" received play at urban contemporary radio in early 2014, peaking at number 3 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.[3]
Early life
Jonez grew up in Atlanta in the 1990s. He taught himself how to play the piano by ear when he was 5 years old and first sang in front of an audience at a high school pep rally.[4] He was forced to take care of himself due to his parent's drug addiction. Jonez would hustle for his everyday needs and often found shelter in abandoned houses, hence the name "Bando" which is Atlanta slang for abandoned houses. He concentrated on music, filling up his free time by listening to music and watching videos.[4]
Career
Before taking the name Bando Jonez, he was known as Lil Corey and released his debut album I'm Just Corey on March 19, 2002. The album spawned the singles Hush Lil Lady featuring Lil Romeo and My First Time. One of the songs from the album "Ghetto Superstar" was also included on the album "Madison Mix" which was released to promote the My Scene dolls.
Jonez was discovered by Polow da Don in 2013. It was a chance meeting at a gas station where Jonez displayed his talent for Polow who ultimately signed him to Zone 4. Jonez also signed with Epic Records after the release of his first single, Sex You. The single was featured as one of Complex Magazine's Best New Songs in 2014.[2] Jonez style has been described as slow R&B with him having the ability to infuse notes and lyrics with raw emotion.[5]
Discography
Singles
| Title | Song details | Peak positions |
|---|---|---|
| US R&B[3] | ||
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31 | |
See also
References
- ↑ "Bubbling Under: Swon Brothers Set Sail At Country Radio". Billboard. 17 January 2014. Retrieved 9 April 2014.
- 1 2 3 Drake, David (19 March 2014). "Bout to Blow: 10 Dope Songs You Should Be Hearing Everywhere Soon". Complex Music. Retrieved 9 April 2014.
- 1 2 "Bando Jonez - Chart history". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved 1 October 2014.
- 1 2 "Bando Jonez Profile". Omen Agency. Retrieved 23 April 2014.
- ↑ Gatsby, Jay Howard (28 January 2014). "The Pulse: Atlanta's Brando Jonez Gets Right To The Point on Sex You". Day and Dream. Retrieved 9 April 2014.
- ↑ Ellis, Stacy-Ann (14 January 2014). "New Music: Bando Jonez Sex You". Vibe Magazine. Retrieved 9 April 2014.