Tuesday, June 12, 2007

Who Is Money?



Ever since the release of Shock Value, everyone has been asking who is Money? Where is she from? How did she come to be on Timbaland's album? Is she affiliated with Tim? Now we wouldn't be who we are if we didn't bring you exclusive info right? I was given her myspace (thanks Timbalandchick) and decided I would hit her up and find out what she's all about.

A singer since 15, Money also had a passion for dance, taking classes at the famed Millenium Dance Studios in Los Angeles. Choreographer Dave Scott (You Got Served, Stomp The Yard) and his partner Keisha Gamble, stylist and project coordinator, saw the limitless potential in Money and both became in charge of her artistic development. Scott later introduced Money to the legendary singer/songwriter Walter Milsap III, a meeting which would change her life forever.

The name Walter Milsap III should sound familiar. Walter was 1/2 of the amazing writing duo with Candice Nelson and is now currently staying busy with various individual projects. He is also on Timbaland's Shock Value both as sole producer of the track "Fantasy" as well as choir conductor for "2 Man Show." Money and Walter were in only their 2nd week of recording together when she decided to come with a fresh and different sound to their next track hence "Fantasy" was born. Recorded just this last February, Walter took the song with him to a scheduled meeting in Las Vegas with Timbaland. Walter played the track for Tim and right away he wanted Money to fly out to meet with her. Impressed with her style, voice, and overral vibe, Tim asked her to be on his upcoming album. A few minor changes were made to the "Fantasy" track before being added to Tim's Shock Value. Before she knew it Money went from the very beginnings of her career to a having a full feature on one of the year's biggest album.

Literally overnight, the industry, the press, and the fans alike were all asking themselves: Who is Money? Originally the plan was to put a debut album out in 2008 and then look for a deal but with all the attention her Shock Value appearence garnered, Money finds her career getting off to a lightning pace. She is currently signed with Milsap's Conjunction Entertainment but is also in talks with several majors.

You may find yourself saying Money is yet another cookie cutter R&B singer but this is far from the case. With planned collaborations with will.i.am, Timbaland, Walter Milsap, Maroon 5, and Gym Class Hero it's obvious Money is not rolling with labels rather she's creating her own mold. Look for more from this rising new star very soon. Definitely check out her myspace and show some love. More info, new music, and a bio will be coming out very soon.

13 comments :

  1. Fantasy sucks, Money is like a female version of T-Pain and couldn't she pick up a better scene name?

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  2. working with timbaland & will.i.am = cookie cut r&b singer these days...

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  3. This is a good article it's nice to finally put a face to the voice behind the fantasy record. Money is hot i think she's gonna go far. I can't wait to hear more.

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  4. Damn she's beautiful, where is she from?

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  5. Hehe, sure she'll make it. After all, Good looks = Good singer nowadays...

    Seriously, so long as she's eye candy for the MTV cameras, even if she can't sing for toffee, she'll be going places. I mean for goodness sakes, just look at Jennifer Lopez or Christina Milian. Great for the eyes, deafening for the ears..

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  6. i love it when people hate on new talent just proves that your all watching and waiting... So keep hating people.

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  7. Money's is amazing, love the song "Fantasy" can't wait to hear more, keep doin' ya' thang. with timbo u can't go wrong

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  8. u guys are crazy Money is hot....

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  9. Where's the talent is Fantasy? and there's no new talent hating, so STFU.

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  10. lol All these strong opinions off hearing ONE song on Timbo's CD.

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  11. Fantasy Sounds like a knockoff of Promise. And Money Sound like the knock off mYa lol. I swear , When I first heard It I was like iz this Mya singin Promise Remix??

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  12. Not a talented singer? Listen to how complex her vocal arrangements on "Fantasy" are then STFU...

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  13. Can't wait to hear more, "Fantasy" is a ggod song. I think she's going to be a big star..... Have u seen her myspace? nothing says ciara or mya to me.....

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