Tim & Bob

Infobox musical artist
Name = Tim & Bob
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Background = non_performing_personnel
Alias = Funktwons
Origin = flagicon|USA Peoria, Illinois
Genre = Hip-Hop, Pop, R&B, Techno, Gospel
Years_active = 1992–present
Occupation = Producer, songwriter
Label = Pure Entertainment/Priority Records
Associated_acts = TLC, 112, Monica, Jon B., Tamia, Sisqó, Case, Dave Hollister, Bobby Valentino, Jennifer Lopez, Brian McKnight, Donell Jones, Hilary Duff, Nas, Joe, Musiq Soulchild, Ron Isley, Brandy, Tyrese, Amerie, Mýa, Usher, LaToya, Slim of 112, Busta Rhymes, Jamie Foxx, Black Eyed Peas, Mahagani and Chico
URL = [http://www.myspace.com/timanbob Myspace]
Current_members = Tim Kelley
Bob Robinson

Tim & Bob (Tim Kelley and Bob Robinson) aka. Funktwons, are a Grammy Award-winning American hip-hop/R&B production group from Peoria, Illinois,

Biography

Growing up in rural Peoria, Illinois, Tim was raised on R&B through his father's band and was heavily influenced by pop radio, while Bob's deep roots in the church brought a wealth of gospel music to the duo.cite web |url=http://www.bmi.com/musicworld/entry/233571 |title=Tim and Bob |publisher=BMI Music World |date=2000-08-31 |accessdate=2008-10-01] They initially got their start in a recording studio in Detroit, and from there moved to Atlanta, where they eventually went to work for producer Dallas Austin. Upon signing with Austin's publishing company the duo began working with artists TLC, 112 (whom they discovered) and Monica.cite web |url=http://www.openlabs.com/tim-and-bob.html |title=Tim & Bob |publisher=Open Labs |date= |accessdate=2008-10-02] Their signature sound and production style initially helped the duo establish themselves in the music industry. During this time the two would also garner two Grammy Awards, including one in 1995 for Best R&B Album for Boyz II Men's "II" and one in 1996 for Best R&B Album for TLC's Diamond certified "CrazySexyCool". Upon winning consecutive Best R&B Album Grammy's, Tim & Bob would continue to produce, simultaneously working on soundtracks, including "Def Jam's How to Be a Player", "The Players Club", "Poetic Justice", "Wild Wild West", and "".cite web |url=http://www.openlabs.com/tim-and-bob.html |title=Tim & Bob |publisher=Open Labs |date= |accessdate=2008-10-02]

They were subsequently brought in by legendary producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis to work on some of their current projects. Tim & Bob credit Jam and Lewis for recognizing their potential and helping them define their production style,

Upon becoming a household name in the music industry, the team knew it was time to move out on their own. Soon after departing Dallas Austin; they relocated to Los Angeles and were signed to the now defunct DreamWorks Records, instantly scoring hits with Jon B. (“They Don't Know"), and Tamia (“So Into U"). Tim & Bob would also become instrumental for getting the rock group Papa Roach signed to DreamWorks.cite web |url=http://www.openlabs.com/tim-and-bob.html |title=Tim & Bob |publisher=Open Labs |date= |accessdate=2008-10-02]

In 2000 Tim & Bob would earn more success producing Sisqó's worldwide hit “Thong Song” off the R&B singer's 5x Platinum "Unleash the Dragon". The song would peak at No. 2 on the "Billboard" Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks and No. 3 on the "Billboard" Hot 100 respectively. They would also produce Case’s “Missing You,” and Dave Hollister's "Take Care of Home.”cite web |url=http://www.openlabs.com/tim-and-bob.html |title=Tim & Bob |publisher=Open Labs |date= |accessdate=2008-10-02]

Tim & Bob would strike again in early 2005 producing Bobby Valentino’s Asian R&B influenced, "Slow Down" (No. 1 for four consecutive weeks on the "Billboard" Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs) and "Tell Me" from Valentino’s Platinum certified debut album, "Disturbing tha Peace Presents Bobby Valentino". In 2006, Tim & Bob signed a new publishing deal with Dimensional Music Publishing and began working on Bobby Valentino's sophomore album "Special Occasion", from which they produced six tracks.cite web |url=http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=129238696 |title=Tim & Bob SIGN Publishing Deal |publisher=Dimensional Music Publishing |date=2006-06-21 |accessdate=2008-10-03] Their most recent projects include Jennifer Lopez’ Platinum certified album "Rebirth" ("Cherry Pie” and "I, Love"); Brian McKnight’s "Ten" ("Used to Be My Girl", "Unhappy Without You", "Again", "Can't Leave You Alone"); Donell Jones’ "Journey of a Gemini" ("I'm Gonna Be", "Feelin' You", "Can't Wait", "I'm Gonna Be"); Hilary Duff's "Dignity" ("I Wish"), Nas, Joe, Musiq Soulchild, Ron Isley, Brandy, Tyrese, Amerie, Mýa, Usher, LaToya, Slim of 112, Busta Rhymes, Jamie Foxx, Black Eyed Peas, Bobby Valentino's "The Rebirth" ("Your Smile"), and their artists Mahagani and Chico.cite web |url=http://www.openlabs.com/tim-and-bob.html |title=Tim & Bob |publisher=Open Labs |date= |accessdate=2008-10-02] The duo is also currently working on a series called "The Producers Diary." Debuting in the fall of 2008, the TV reality series showcases a producer's life, starting with the themselves for the first 10 episodes.cite web |url=http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=129238696 |title=Tim & Bob |publisher=About TIM AND BOB |date= |accessdate=2008-10-02]

Tim & Bob have sold more than 170 million albums and are among the most consistent urban producers in the last 16 years, earning a spot on "Billboard's" top ten list of producers almost every year since 1998. cite web |url=http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=129238696 |title=Tim & Bob |publisher=About TIM AND BOB |date= |accessdate=2008-10-02] In additon to their two Grammy Award wins, multiple other awards and number 1 hits, Tim & Bob continue to produce hits for the music industry’s most accomplished artists. When asked why they think they have been so successful, Bob stated,

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