Big Reese

Producer/Artist, Maurice "Big Reese" Sinclair has been one of the most significant producers and rappers on the scene since the mid to late ‘90s. Big Reese emerged from the Organized Noize (i.e. OutKast, GoodieMob) production camp helping to frame the Atlanta wing of hip-hop’s rising force and becoming a number 1 HIT maker.Big Reese (also known simply as Reese)was originally a member of the rap group P.A. (Parental Advisory)/Organized Noize, Big Reese began growing as an artist and a producer. He found P.A. a home at DreamWorks Records and began production on the DreamWorks debut album. Established as an Artist/Producer, Big Reese produced P.A.’s DreamWorks album, Straight No Chase. With his wildly distinctive rap style and infectiously timeless rhythms, he proved his viability as a southern sensation on the mic and a super producer behind the boards. The single Like We Do [http://new.music.yahoo.com/videos/PA/Like-We-Do--2152212] became a southern anthem while the group’s second single, Reservations secured a spot on the Blade Soundtrack ( TVT Records) earning the group a Gold Record for the soundtrack.

My Life Your Entertainment was the group’s 2nd record distributed by DreamWorks Records. Again, the industry and the fans worldwide noticed Big Reese’s visual lyrics and envelope pushing production style. The single Sundown featuring 8Ball [http://new.music.yahoo.com/videos/PA/Sundown--2150188] filled the southeastern airwaves while BET played the video in heavy rotation.

In 2001, Big Reese amicably split from the group and Dreamworks Records in pursuit of a solo production career. Big Reese scored a song for the movie 2 Fast 2 Furious. The song "Ride", personally chosen by director John Singleton and Music Supervisor Paul Stewart, was performed and produced by Big Reese. Having produced songs for new as well as multi-platinum selling artists such as Mario, TLC, Andre 3000, Pink, T.I., Sleepy Brown, Mystikal featuring Da Brat, Sterling Simms, Esmee Denters and Cherish. Big Reese’s production credits are just as impressive as his album credentials. His most recent accomplishments include Mariah Carey "Shake It Off" remix ft Jay-Z and Young Jeezy, Rick Ross "Street Life" ft Lloyd, Young Dro "It Ain't Over" and Lloyd "You" ft Lil' Wayne which went #1 on the BillBoard HIP HOP/R&B chart and #1 on Billboard HOT 100 Airplay chart also #1 on the R&R charts and became the number one Ringtone in the country. His work with Lloyd was not yet finished because along came one of the hottest remixes to hit the airwaves "You" featuring Nas and Andre 3000 from Outkast. He also produced T.I. "Hustlin" featured on the T.I vs T.I.P. exclusive album and Mario "Lay in My Bed" on his new album GO. His soundtrack production credits include Blade Soundtrack and Shaft Soundtrack. Rock group Rehab and Arista recording artist Brooks Buford, Beanie Segal featuring T.I., Killer Mike, T.I. featuring Sleepy Brown, Youngbloodz, and The Inc. recording artist Lloyd and Sho-Nuff/Capitol recording artist Cherish are just a few who have worked under the production hand of Big Reese.

Big Reese’s work in the industry has established him as a clever artist and producer that stretches the gamete of the musical genre. He brings something different and refreshing to the game through his gritty sound and groundbreaking production. Big Reese effortlessly brings the streets to the mainstream without watering the music down.

Described by some as Dr.Dre meets LA Reid. His most recent production is Lloyd's brand new single "Girls Around the World" featuring Lil' Wayne off Lloyd's soon to be released CD "Lessons in Love". He has a record label by the name of GERMAN DOG MUZIK.The 1st release is J.MONROE a 21 year old female singer from Atlanta by way of Ohio.

Big Reese is also a cancer survivor.

STREETLOVE CREW - Big Reese, Jasper Cameron, Lloyd, Cavi & J.Monroe

External links

* [http://www.myspace.com/streetmindzent Big Reese on myspace]
* [http://www.streetmindzmuzik.com Street Mindz Muzik]