1500 or Nothin'

American musical ensemble December 2014 1500 or Nothin' 1500 The 1500 Choir 1500 or Nothin Orchestra The Fifteen Hundreds Los Angeles, United States Hip hop R&B 2006–present 1500ornothin.com Larrance Dopson Mars James Fauntleroy Brody Brown 1500 or Nothin' is an American musical ensemble composed of record producers, songwriters, musicians and music videographers, formed in 2006, in Los Angeles, California.1500-or-Nothin http://www.beatmakingvideos.com/producer/1500-or-nothin beatmakingvideos.com April 29, 2014 With headquarters located in Inglewood, California, 1500 or Nothin' is composed of three internal divisions: 1500 Or Nothin' Music, 1500 Or Nothin' Video, and 1500 Or Nothin' Ancillary. The collective has lent their writing or production to releases for Justin Timberlake, Asher Roth, Jay-Z, Kanye West, T.I., Bruno Mars and B.o.B.Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa Hit The Studio With Production Team 1500 Or Nothin' https://www.xxlmag.com/news/2013/01/snoop-dogg-wiz-khalifa-hit-the-studio-with-production-team-1500-or-nothin-video/ xxlmag.com January 27, 2013 In addition, the 1500 or Nothin' (or The Fifteen Hundreds) are an 8-piece band that tours internationally and makes television appearances2013 Soul Train Awards Spotlight: 1500 Or Nothin' http://soultrain.com/2013/11/11/2013-soul-train-awards-spotlight-1500-or-nothin/ Soul Train April 29, 2014 November 11, 2013 regularly with artists including Snoop Dogg, Lupe Fiasco, The Game, Faith Evans and Eladio Carrion. Its members are Larrance "Rance" Dopson, Charles 'Uncle Chucc' Hamilton, Lamar 'Mars' Edwards, Brody Brown, James Fauntleroy, Kenneth "Bam" Alexander, Alexandria Dopson, Carlos "Los" Mc Swain, and Jeret Black. Members Larrance Dopson also known as Rance – piano, drums, guitar, percussion, and CEO. Dopson is credited with constructing the Grammy-nominated crew.Muhammad Latifah Hip-Hop Wired Presents: Beatmakers – Larrance Dopson of 1500 or Nothin' The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired http://hiphopwired.com/2013/12/13/hip-hop-wired-presents-beatmakers-1500-nothins-larrance-dobson-photos/ January 29, 2013 He had opportunities to work with super-producers Just Blaze, Bryan-Michael Cox, Teddy Riley and Tim & Bob which gave the guys their first shot at production on Bobby Valentino's self-titled album in 2005. That led to other collaborations with artists such as Tyrese. Grammy Award nominated producer for his work on Marsha Ambrosius' song "Far Away" along with his six songs on Lupe Fiasco's "Food and Liquor 2".About http://1500ornothin.com/about/ 1500orNothin April 29, 2014 https://web.archive.org/web/20140429201908/http://1500ornothin.com/about/ April 29, 2014 dead In 2020, Dopson was named to the Ebony Power 100 List.#teamEBONY 2020-02-26 2020 EBONY POWER 100 LIST https://www.ebony.com/exclusive/2020-ebony-power-100-list/ 2020-11-10 EBONY en-US Dopson co-founded 1500 Sound Academy with James Fauntleroy and Twila True.Mitchell Gail 1500 Sound Academy Raises the Volume on Educating Next Generation of Music Creators https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/1500-sound-academy-next-generation-1235007013/ March 24, 2022 Billboard December 8, 2021 James Fauntleroy is a Grammy award-winning R&B/Pop singer-songwriter, whose repertoire includes the records, "No Air" by Jordin Sparks featuring Chris Brown (with over 8.5 million worldwide single sales), as well as numerous songs for such artists as Rihanna, Britney Spears, Brandy, Beyoncé, Timbaland, David Archuleta, Usher, P. Diddy, on for his work with group Cocaine 80's which includes producer NO ID and rapper Common to name a few. In 2013, Fauntleroy a large portion of the writing credits on Justin Timberlake's 20/20 Experience releases, Drake's "Girls Love Beyoncé" and Beyoncé's", Beyoncé and Jay-Z's Magna Carta Holy Grail. In 2016, he co-wrote a large portion of Bruno Mars' third studio album, 24K Magic. Lamar Edwards also known as Mars or Marz – piano, drums, guitar, percussion. Mars joined 1500 or Nothin' during his high school years.Mars Bio http://schedule.sxsw.com/2013/events/event_MS24216 sxsw.com April 2014 He has released two solo projects hosted by DJ Don Cannon, Life on Mars (June 13, 2009) and My Guy Mars (September 26, 2013). He was a contributor to Dirty Projectors' 2017 self-titled album. Also, he is a member of Smash Factory, a production company launched in collaboration with producer Lil' C and multi-platinum artist T.I. In September 2016, Mars released his third full-length project, a mixtape titled No Days Off, under the pseudonym My Guy Mars.http://www.datpiff.com/No-Days-Off-My-Guy-Mars-mixtape.805815.html My Guy Mars Mixtape by No Days off Hosted by Don Cannon October 12, 2016 October 6, 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20161006190856/http://www.datpiff.com/No-Days-Off-My-Guy-Mars-mixtape.805815.html dead http://www.rapdaily.net/mixtapes/No-Days-Off---My-Guy-Mars_410.html No Days off - My Guy Mars | Mixtape Download October 12, 2016 October 12, 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20161012231635/http://www.rapdaily.net/mixtapes/No-Days-Off---My-Guy-Mars_410.html dead Brody Brown – bass, piano, drums, guitar, percussion. In collaboration with Bruno Mars, the pair have successfully worked on numerous Grammy nominated tracks. In 2012 the pair was nominated for Song of The Year for "Grenade". Brown is also a collaborator for Cee Lo Green{'s}... album The Lady Killer. Brown was able to contribute both piano and bass to "Fuck You!" Mars and Brown also worked on Travie McCoy's single "Billionaire", as well as B.o.B.'s "Nothin' on You".w2mg 1500 or Nothin http://welcome2media.com/press/1500-or-nothin/ welcome2media.com September 7, 2011 April 30, 2014 April 29, 2014 https://web.archive.org/web/20140429183710/http://welcome2media.com/press/1500-or-nothin/ dead He is part of Shampoo Press & Curl, a production and songwriting team, along with Mars and Philip Lawrence.https://genius.com/a/who-is-bruno-mars-mystery-producer-shampoo-press-curl Who is Bruno Mars' mystery producer Shampoo Press & Curl? and what happened to the Smeezingtons? Mench Chris Genius November 18, 2016 November 30, 2016https://1500ornothin.com/index.php/about/ ABOUT | 1500 or Nothin'June 2026 InternetArchiveBot Former members Kenneth "Bam" Alexander Jr – Drummer, producer, writer and singer.Artist Profile http://www.discogs.com/artist/685562-Kenneth-Bam-Alexander discogs.com Bam has contributed to hits such as Jay-Z's "Show Me What You Got" from the Kingdom Come album released in 2006. Bam has also produced 2 songs that were featured in the 2009 film Dough BoysKenneth "Bam" Alexander Discogs http://www.discogs.com/artist/685562-Kenneth-Bam-Alexander April 29, 2014 He has toured with many artists, including R&B artist Bobby Valentino, a former member of Ludacris' record label, Disturbing Tha Peace. http://www.promark.com/pmArtistDetail.Page?ActiveID=3900&ArtistId=44377&&sid=c0900460-b7fb-4686-858a-0b8b6c2782ec Artist Details : Kenneth BAM Alexander ProMark Drumsticks 2015 6 January 2015 Alexandria Dopson – singer, songwriter. She has lent her writing, production or instrument skills to records forDX Staff Cori B f. Snoop Dogg "Daddy's Girl [Prod. 1500 or Nothin'] March 8, 2012 http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/singles/id.19384/title.cori-b-f-snoop-dogg-daddys-girl-prod-1500-or-nothin hiphopdx.com Snoop's daughter, Cori B, and received writing credit Cori B's "Do My Thang". Charles 'Uncle Chucc' Hamilton – piano, drums, guitar, bass, percussion, vocals. At the early age of 5, Chucc was already developing his skills & talents as musician at his church where he learned to play organ, guitar, bass & the drums.Artist Page: Uncle Chucc https://soundcloud.com/gg-worldwide/sets/uncle-chucc-i-can-be-your/ soundcloud.com He released a solo album Be Your Teddy Bear under Doggy Style Records on December 17, 2012 and a gospel album with The Zion Messengers, No One But You in May 2013. Uncle Chucc began to receive more recognition as a solo artist after recording the chorus on Snoop Dogg's, "Neva Have 2 Worry".Neva Have 2 Worry (feat. Uncle Chucc) May 10, 2023 http://www.last.fm/music/Snoop+Dogg/_/Neva+Have+2+Worry+(feat.+Uncle+Chucc) last.fm He died on January 27, 2023. Carlos 'Los' McSwain – Drummer. Los has lent his instrument skills on records for J. Holiday, Destiny's Child and Snoop Dogg.Exclusive Interview With Snoop Doggs Drummer http://www.exploretalent.com/snoop-dogg-drummer.php exploretalent.com He died on August 5, 2018. Jeret "J.Black" Black – singer, songwriter. J Black is featured on records such as "Christmas on Soul" with Terrace Martin featuring Snoop Dogg.Terrace Martin – Christmas on Soul f. Snoop Dogg & J. Black http://2dopeboyz.com/2013/12/17/terrace-martin-christmas-on-soul-f-snoop-dogg-j-black/ 2dopeboyz.com April 29, 2014 December 17, 2013 He has recorded and toured with The Game, DJ Quik, Kurupt, Royce da 5'9" and Eminem. Production discography Category:Albums produced by 1500 or Nothin' Category:Albums produced by Mars (record producer) Touring In anticipation of his sixth album Mastermind, Miami-based rapper Rick Ross teamed up with the 1500 or Nothin' band to give concertgoers a whole new experience for 'One Night Only on August 14, 2013 at Club Nokia at L.A. LIVE.Rick Ross Teams with 1500 or Nothin' Band for L.A. Show http://www.rap-up.com/2013/08/07/rick-ross-teams-with-1500-or-nothin-band-for-la-show/ https://web.archive.org/web/20130825025159/http://www.rap-up.com/2013/08/07/rick-ross-teams-with-1500-or-nothin-band-for-la-show/ dead August 25, 2013 August 2013 Rap-Up.com April 29, 2014 Live on tour or for television appearances, the band had performed with artists such as Nas, Lupe Fiasco, Rick Ross, Snoop Dogg, The Game, Xzibit, T.I., Faith Evans, and Fort Minor. They have also worked with rapper Azealia Banks. They appeared at her April 2015 shows at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. They are currently working with rapper Eladio Carrion. They appeared at his shows in October 2024 at the Tiny Desk and February 2025 show at the Viña del Mar International Song Festival. Ventures As a growing label, 1500 or Nothin' has partnered with Peer Publishing Company to create their own publishing company, 1500 Or Nothin' Publishing. They have signed artists Janae, Ally Brooke, and more.http://www.peermusic.com/peermusic/index.cfm/artist-writer/artist-details/?artist_id=739 1500 or Nothin' Artist Details 1500 Sound Academy January 14, 2015 1500 or Nothin' has also created the 1500 Sound Academy with member James Fauntleroy as one of the instructors. The facility offers courses relating to production, mixing, writing, musicianship, and management to aspiring music professionals.https://1500sound.academy/pages/about 1500 Sound Academy 1500sound January 14, 2015 Band Current members Larrance Dopson - keyboards, MD, percussion Lamar "Mars" Edwards - keyboards Brody Brown - bass guitar Kenneth "Bam" Alexander - drums James Faunterloy - guitar, vocals, percussion DJ Young Guru - DJ, programming Just Blaze - DJ, keyboards, programming Former Members Carlos McSwain - drums (died 2018) Jaret Black - backing vocals Latoya Williams - backing vocals Uncle Chucc - lead guitar, bass, vocals (died January 27, 2023) Awards and recognition In 2012, 1500 or Nothin' had eight Grammy nominations1500 Or Nothin at the Grammy's http://www.killerhiphop.com/1500-or-nothin-at-the-grammys/ Killerhiphop.com February 26, 2013 and by 2014 were nominated for 21in total. The 1500 or Nothin' band worked as co-music directors for The 2013 Soul Train Awards in Las Vegas, legendary keyboardist Greg Phillinganes in 2014. They have also been nominated and received accolades from ASCAP, BET, BMI and the American Billboards. References 2 External links http://1500ornothin.com/ https://1500sound.academy/ Official Sound Academy website artist mn0001012444 1500 or Nothin' 1628709-1500-Or-Nothin 1500 or Nothin' Category:American hip-hop groups Category:Record production teams Category:American songwriting teams Category:African-American songwriters Category:Musical groups established in 2006 Category:Musical groups from Los Angeles Category:American instrumental musical groups Category:Musical collectives Category:2006 establishments in California Category:Songwriters from California Category:African-American musical groups Category:African-American record producers Category:Record producers from Los Angeles