The popular DJ, producer, author, record label owner and songwriter Diplo has managed to balance cutting edge with lasting power that very few in the music world have ever been able to accomplish. Who is this man? Here is a quick look.
In 1978, DIPLO was born in Tupelo, Missisippi. Throughout a majority of his childhood, Pentz worked at his father's bait shop in Florida. Thanks to MTV, Pentz was introduced to the ever-changing world of music. He was inspired by everything from the Miami Bass of Florida to the Southern hip hop of the West. Pentz decided to move to Philadelphia when he was 18 in order to pursue a college education. While at Temple University, he studied Film and Music. While working as a social worker in South Philadelphia during college, he formed the Hollertronix club night.
The gigs and parties were successful and the two eventually releases two separate mix tapes. One of the tapes - Never Scared-was listed as one of New York Times' top 10 albums of the year. As he rose to fame, Diplo worked closely with M.I.A.-a British artist who helped him gain exposure early in his career.
Since his rise to fame, Diplo has worked with various well-known artists. Some of these include Snoop Dogg, Robyn, Kid Cudi, Major Lazer, Shakira, Bruno Mars, and Maluca. He's also signed many new artists to his record label over the years. In addition, Diplo continued to with British artist M.I.A. and she eventually introduced him to London DJ Switch. Together, DJ Switch and Diplo created the track Paper Planes, which peaked at number four on the Billboard U.S. Hot 100 and was also nominated for a Grammy award.
The amazing part of Diplo's story is his ability to stay cutting edge, and gain fans of young people around the world, while still being able to build on his marketability. Many before him have alienated their fans in trying to become more marketable to larger audiences. This ability to build without alienating is truly a special talent he has perfected. Only he knows what he is planning to do next, but the world should brace for it!
In 1978, DIPLO was born in Tupelo, Missisippi. Throughout a majority of his childhood, Pentz worked at his father's bait shop in Florida. Thanks to MTV, Pentz was introduced to the ever-changing world of music. He was inspired by everything from the Miami Bass of Florida to the Southern hip hop of the West. Pentz decided to move to Philadelphia when he was 18 in order to pursue a college education. While at Temple University, he studied Film and Music. While working as a social worker in South Philadelphia during college, he formed the Hollertronix club night.
The gigs and parties were successful and the two eventually releases two separate mix tapes. One of the tapes - Never Scared-was listed as one of New York Times' top 10 albums of the year. As he rose to fame, Diplo worked closely with M.I.A.-a British artist who helped him gain exposure early in his career.
Since his rise to fame, Diplo has worked with various well-known artists. Some of these include Snoop Dogg, Robyn, Kid Cudi, Major Lazer, Shakira, Bruno Mars, and Maluca. He's also signed many new artists to his record label over the years. In addition, Diplo continued to with British artist M.I.A. and she eventually introduced him to London DJ Switch. Together, DJ Switch and Diplo created the track Paper Planes, which peaked at number four on the Billboard U.S. Hot 100 and was also nominated for a Grammy award.
The amazing part of Diplo's story is his ability to stay cutting edge, and gain fans of young people around the world, while still being able to build on his marketability. Many before him have alienated their fans in trying to become more marketable to larger audiences. This ability to build without alienating is truly a special talent he has perfected. Only he knows what he is planning to do next, but the world should brace for it!
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