DMX (rapper)
DMX recently signed to Bodog Music to release his next album, Walk with Me Now and You'll Fly with Me Later[4]
"I'm thankful for the fact that Bodog believes in me, that we share the same vision and the fact that they see in me the same thing I see. I'll show you Bodog Music how it's supposed to be done, and we'll get to where we're supposed to be. You got a dog for life." said X, according to Yahoo. DMX recently blasted R Kelly for refusing to work with him on his upcoming gospel album here.
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Acting career
Simmons made his film debut in Belly, co-starring fellow rappers Method Man and Nas. He returned to the big screen with a minor supporting role with close friend Aaliyah and actor Jet Li in Romeo Must Die. Soon after DMX's release from jail, he starred in the Steven Seagal action film Exit Wounds, which opened at number one at the box office.[5] He contributed the hit single "No Sunshine" (based on a rework of the Bill Withers classic) to the soundtrack. He signed a multi-picture deal with Warner Bros. in the wake of the film's success. He worked with Jet Li again in Cradle 2 the Grave, which opened at number one upon its release in March 2003. He contributed several compositions to the soundtrack, which debuted in the Top Ten with hits such as "X Gon' Give It to Ya" and "Right/Wrong."
He also starred in Never Die Alone, which was based on street novelist Donald Goines' book. He is also set to star in three upcoming films. He was set to star in Marble City, but was replaced by Ving Rhames.[6] He has finished filming another action thriller called Last Hour which should see a release at the end of 2007. He also had a reality show on BET called DMX: Soul of a Man. He will also star in the 2007 Beast, the sequel to Belly. He has finished shooting an upcoming film with Kris Kristofferson titled Lords Of The Street, the release date has yet to be set. He can be seen starring alongside Clifton Powell & Vivica A. Fox in a film titled Father of Lies.
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XXL Interview
Simmons recently gave an interview to XXL Magazine in which, when asked whether he was following the 2008 Presidential Election coverage, answered that he had never heard of Barack Obama. He joked, "Wow, Barack! The nigga’s name is Barack. Barack? Nigga named Barack Obama. What the f***, man?! Is he serious? That ain’t his f***in’ name. Ima tell this nigga when I see him, “Stop that bullshit. Stop that bullshit” [laughs] “That ain’t your f***in’ name.” Your momma ain’t name you no damn Barack." He added that he did not believe it would make a difference if a Black man was elected President. It should be noted that Simmons is a convicted felon and not allowed to vote.[7]
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Arrests
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- DMX and his wife were arrested on June 20, 1999, after a police investigation of his Teaneck, New Jersey home uncovered a gun and drug paraphernalia.[8]
- In March 2000, he was arrested for aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, speeding, failure to signal, driving without a license, failure to notify the DMV of an address change, and possession of marijuana, cocaine, ecstasy, and Percocet while driving on New York State Route 33 in Cheektowaga, New York, following a concert in Buffalo, New York. He was then scheduled to appear in Cheektowaga Town Court on March 21, but failed to appear, resulting in a warrant being issued for his arrest.[9] He later turned himself in, pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of driving without a license and was sentenced to 15 days in jail and fined $400.[10] He was also charged with marijuana possession, after turning himself in, when authorities found marijuana in a pack of his cigarettes; he was fined an additional $250.
- In 2002, he pled guilty to animal cruelty for having 13 neglected pit bulls in his possession.[11]
- In June 2003, he was arrested for using indecent language during a performance at St Kitts and Nevis in the Caribbean. The country's Information Minister alleged that a contract signed before the concert stipulated the show would be without indecent language on stage. Simmons was released on bail ($376).[12]
- In June 2004, he was arrested at JFK Airport on charges of cocaine possession, criminal impersonation, criminal possession of a weapon, criminal mischief, menacing, and driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol while claiming to be a federal agent and attempting to carjack a vehicle.[13]
- In May 2006, Simmons was arrested at a London airport for causing a disturbance after he refused to put on a seat belt and became abusive on a flight from New York to London. He was released with a caution.[14]
- On February 2, 2007 he was arrested for driving on an expired license charge, and scheduled an appearance in a Yonkers courtroom on March 6, 2007 on that and other minor infractions.[15]
- On August 24, 2007 Acting upon an animal cruelty tip, Maricopa County Sheriff's deputies reported to having removed 12 "malnourished" pit bulls from Simmon's Cave Creek home. None of these dogs had access to food or water. Deputies also found the bodies of 3 dead dogs buried in the garden. Simmons was not at home when the raid occurred. Sources reported the deputies also removed a large cache of weapons in addition to drug paraphernalia and a large quantity of suspected drugs. At this time, DMX has not been charged with animal cruelty.[16]
- On May 9, 2008 Simmons was arrested for possession of drugs and weapons. Stemming from the August search of the rapper's home, the police searched his home twice, finding a number of mistreated pitbull puppies as well as a number of drugs and weapons. Police also claim that Simmons barricaded himself in his bedroom before giving himself up.[17]
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Discography
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Solo
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Greatest Hits Soundtrack
With the Ruff Ryders
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Filmography
- 1998: Belly
- 2000: Romeo Must Die
- 2001: Exit Wounds
- 2003: Cradle 2 the Grave
- 2004: Never Die Alone
- 2006: "DMX: Soul of a Man" (TV series)
- 2007: Death Toll
- 2008: Lords Of The Street
- 2008: Last Hour
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References
- ^ a b c d e f g h Huey, Steve (2007-06-12). DMX - Biography. All Music Guide. Retrieved on 2008-05-18.
- ^ http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:apfuxqq5ldfe
- ^ DiBella, M.F. (1998-12-15). "Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood" - Overview. All Music Guide. Retrieved on 2008-05-18.
- ^ DMX Preps New Album. Hip Hop Galaxy. Accessed December 21, 2007.
- ^ Vibe.com
- ^ http://www.allhiphop.com/hiphopnews/?ID=5773
- ^ http://www.shabooty.com/2008/03/23/xxl-interview-with-dmx-on-the-election.php
- ^ Random Notes on John Popper, Eminem and DMX, Rolling Stone, July 2, 1999. "DMX (a k a Earl Simmons) and his wife were arrested in Teaneck, N.J. on Wednesday, June 30, when an investigation of their home turned up a semi-automatic handgun and drug paraphernalia."
- ^ Warrant Issued for DMX's Arrest: DMX : Rolling Stone
- ^ DMX Nabbed for Weed...Again: DMX : Rolling Stone
- ^ http://www.hsus.org/hsus_field/animal_fighting_the_final_round/jayz_and_other_artists_need_to_step_up_against_dogfighting.html
- ^ BBC News:Rapper DMX arrested for swearing
- ^ Singer DMX charged with impersonating FBI agent
- ^ BBC News:Rapper DMX arrested after air row
- ^ http://www.rapbasement.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=2399&Itemid=35 DMX arrested for driving w expired license
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- ^ washingtonpost.com, DMX Arrested, Again
- ^ http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1578827/20080102/dmx.jhtml?rsspartner=rssFeedBurner
- ^ http://www.defsounds.com/news/Ruff_ryders_reunite_new_album_on_the_way
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External links
- DMX Biography
- Official DMX website
- Official MySpace
- DMX Fan Site
- DMX at the Internet Movie Database
- AllHipHop Interview
- DMX's official clothing line
- Russian Fan Site
- Maxim.com Rap Public Service Announcement featuring DMX
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