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Starr James

Atlanta's 2005 Undergrammy Rap Artist of the Year

About Me

Starr James was born in Decatur, G.A., a city less than 20 miles from the capital, Atlanta. Run DMC first influenced her with the invasion of hip-hop back in the 80's. Her 1st writing experience began when she was merely 8 years of age. In the early 90's, Starr James teamed up with a group named D.S.A. in which she went by the name of Da Southern Ms. to pursue more underground musical interests. At the end of 2004, she self-released Da Kandi Ladi album which was a great introduction to the underground scene. Now, as a solo recording music artist, Starr James is working with accomplished producer, Antonio Forever Mobley. .................Music Style--------Hip-Hop/ Southern Rap/ Good Music ............................Musical Influences---------Run DMC, Sugar Hill Gang, MC Lyte, Queen Latifah, UGK, Eightball & MJG, Missy Misdemeanoor Elliot, Ice Cube, Dr. Dre ........................Artist Herstory----------------------Since 1994, Starr James has been performing professionally in local bars and clubs. In 1996, she performed at the annual Playa of the Year, extravaganza held at Club Flava in Stn. Mtn., G.A. With group, D.S.A. she opened for rapper Luke of 2 Live Crew in Atlanta at the Atruim. 2002, Starr James won several times at weekly talent show held at Club 112. That experience led to weekly-televised Underground Market Video show. Starr also featured on Silks 2003 self-released album, Silk Tyme, which was a great introduction to major crowds. 2005 Atlantas Undergrammy Rap Artist of the Year that premiered on UPN and the Creative Loafing!!! 2006 Look for Starr James to make a major impact on the hip-hop industry............................Artist Recording Resume---------------------------------- Elektra recording artist, Silk, MCA recording artists, NINE20, Ken Fambro and Donnie Boyton for Wonder Twin Productions (Destinys Child, LSG, Lil Zane, Boyz2Men,...), Kenny Hickson for Hitco Music (Carl Thomas, 98 Degrees, Mario Winans, Sarah of Da Band...), Antonio Forever Mobley for Edmonds Publishing (Babyface, Gerald Levert, Next, Ray J...), 320 Entertainment (Erick Sermon, Too Short, Outlaws...), PaveEnt. (Snoop Dogg, Owee, Timbaland, ...)**************For More info. contact 678-759-5897 or [email protected]************************

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My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 6/30/2006
Band Website: Coming Soon
Band Members: Solo Rap Artist*****
Influences: Hoping 2 influence... however, I do have my sheroes(Oprah, Queen Latifah, MC Lyte, Salt n' Pepa, Mia X, Missy Misdemeanor, Da Brat, & Madame CJ Walker)!!!!
Sounds Like: This game gotta problem... STARR JAMES aka Da Kandi Ladi aka Decatur Queen aka Mrs. Winners is apart of the solution!!!!
Record Label: Broadz Way Entertainment, llc.
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Is hip hop at its all time lowest?

Inquiring minds are wanting to know why Starr James hasn't put an album out in two years? Simple... I don't think the game is ready for a change! Some feel that I should force the issue and make the g...
Posted by Starr James on Wed, 29 Aug 2007 08:28:00 PST

radio needs a change

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QTXnKmsB1o
Posted by Starr James on Mon, 23 Jul 2007 05:38:00 PST

Help Save Creative Music!!!!

Making sure you have first hand information... Starr James is no new kid on the block! She's been in the lab, stirring up some hot lyrical grits with butter and cheese for the soul!!! Check out her my...
Posted by Starr James on Sun, 01 Jul 2007 01:20:00 PST

FRESH OUT THA FRYIN' PAN!!!!

CHECK OUT MY PAGE AND LISTEN FOR MY TWO FRESH NEWEST SONGS!!!!!! SPREAD THA WORD...IT'S A NEW MCEE IN TOWN COMIN' TO TAKE BACK WHAT WAS WRITTEN!!!
Posted by Starr James on Sat, 16 Jun 2007 10:39:00 PST

Lookin' for a band in the Atlanta area!!!!

If you haven't been tainted by the industry and you still have a geniune love for music... please contact me via email.  I'm looking for all instrumentalist and background vocal singers. You shou...
Posted by Starr James on Mon, 11 Jun 2007 03:15:00 PST

STARR JAMES SPECIAL PERFORMANCE!!! THE FIRST TIME ON STAGE IN DA '07

I NEED MY PEOPLE TO COME OUT AND SUPPORT A REAL FEMALE MCEE!!! THIS YEAR DA GAME GOTTA AN ISSUE TO DEAL WIT- STARR JAMES AKA DA KANDI LADI!! COMIN' WIT NEW HITS...A MINOR SAT BACK FOR A MAJOR COME BAC...
Posted by Starr James on Mon, 19 Mar 2007 01:09:00 PST

STARR JAMES

LET'S BRING CHRISTMAS IN ON BLAZE!!! COME PARTY WIT ME AS I PERFORM LIVE @ STROKERS DEC.19TH ...LET'S BE ABOUT IT!!!
Posted by Starr James on Sun, 10 Dec 2006 08:24:00 PST

STARR JAMES

COME PARTY WIT YA GUL DEC.19TH @ STROKERS (HIGHWAY 78 & BROCKETT RD.)... STARR JAMES RIDIN' WIT NO BRAKES!!!...
Posted by Starr James on Sun, 10 Dec 2006 08:39:00 PST

STARR JAMES SPECIAL PERFORMANCE!!!


Posted by Starr James on Thu, 30 Nov 2006 05:52:00 PST