Phor walks in between the hardcore sound of drill music that Chicago is now known for and the super conscious vibe of the city’s underground scene. Song’s like “Thinking Cap” illustrate a wish for his city to bring back the love and stop the violence. He plans on letting his music speak for itself.Īn artist at the core, Phor has the ability to create vivid imagery with pens, pencils and tattoo guns, and with words. Even though reality TV stars usually have a difficult time becoming more than just that, Phor doesn’t put too much attention into it. The TV show has given him an extra boost to getting his name to more people. Viewing himself as an outcast in the Chicago rap scene, Phor is blazing his own trail. Aside from being a reality TV star and a tattoo artist for six years, Phor is putting all his focus on pursuing a rap career. He’s a pretty good friend, when he’s not giving advice, he’s a damn good son, but not always a good brother.Some people may recognize Phor from the VH1 show Black Ink Crew: Chicago. He’s been very fortunate with relationships that have allowed him to continue to rise to many varied occasions & He has not allowed the naysayers & detractors to destroy how great he is to himself or how great he could be in real life. I could call him an innovator, I could call him a copycat, I have called him a promoter, an enthusiast, a writer, and a knucklehead and that was all on the same day. I’ve seen him change for family, for women, for work, for school & by choice. I’ve had the pleasure and some displeasure knowing Big Ced for the better half of 40 years! I’ve watched him create himself several dozen times for various reasons both professionally and personally. While maintaining a presence on major music sites, Phor has played on renowned stages such as SXSW, Atlanta’s A3C Festival and many more.Īs Phor continues to travel the country promoting Lightning Bug, be sure to tune in to VH1 for the season premiere of Black Ink Crew Chicago on October 3 9PM EST/8 PM CST to follow his journey as a tattoo artist breaking the mold of the rap music industry.įor more information on Phor click HERE. His fanbase has continued to skyrocket with his songs playing throughout various episodes. Through the show, fans have been able to connect with Phor’s music and get the inside scoop of his creative process. The Chicago-based rapper/songwriter became a household name through his breakout role on Black Ink Crew Chicago where he showcased his skills as a tattoo artist and musician. PHOR’s recently released, hit single “Do It” from his sophomore album Lightning Bug is now available on iTunes and Spotify. Kelly, Monica, Pink, TLC, Toni Braxton and others. Stephens is best known for discovering AKON and having a hand in the development and production of such acts like R. Our label is excited to work with him as he has some exciting things on the horizon,” says Stephens. “PHOR is a diverse kind of artist that can transcend across both TV and music. PHOR has recently signed to Devyne Stephen’s Upfront Entertainment for a label and production deal. New York, NY – SeptemCorey McGinnis, better known as “PHOR” from VH1’s Black Ink Crew Chicago is gearing up for the release of exclusive, new music and the second season of the show premiering this October. VH1’s BLACK INK CREW CHICAGO STAR, PHOR, PREPARES FOR SEASON TWO PREMIERE AND SIGNS A LABEL AND PRODUCTION DEAL WITH STAR MAKER DEVYNE STEPHENS
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