Popa Joe, also known as "Fortune" of the group Fortune-N-Fame, was born Fortune, from a family of entertainers with their own success stories. He's the cousin of singing sensations Johnny Mathis, Tracy Chapman, and Arsenio Hall. Its no wonder why he exudes such musical talent.
Popa Joe started his music career at a young age when he was discovered and trained by Sam Bostic of the group Art-N-Soul. Popa Joe connected with the group Rhythm Rock who later split up in the early 90s. He then teamed up with the group Twist Of Soul, who had much success while signed with Absolute Management, who also managed Tony, Tone, Toni.
Twist Of Soul, although new in the business, gained a large following through their performances at schools, talent shows, and Juneteenth festivals that later landed them leadership at the hands of a well-known promoter named Roger Mitchell, who began billing the group opening with Qwame, Father MC, M.C. Hammer, MC Shy D, the late MC Trouble, E-40 and The Click, and a host of other artists.
After Popa Joes great success with Twist Of Soul, he embarked on a solo career as a lead rapper with an added emphasis as co-founder of a local independent music company. With this endeavor, he plans to produce local talent as well as create a new style and identity to set himself apart from others tapping into a market waiting to explode.
Looking for a chance to balance his rapping talents, Popa Joe hooked up with singer Keith Johnson, a.k.a. "Fame", and later on DJ Broox, a producer from the North Bay. The musical chemistry was evident on their first meeting; needless to say, the trio generates great blends and creates their own wonderful musical style that equals FORTUNE-N-FAME, the new hot music sensation.
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