Rob. A!
Rob. A! (born Robert Lamont Allen) is an American singer-songwriter and record producer. He is popular for layering soulful vocals on top of rhythmic pop tracks, a unique vocal background and arrangement comprised through his special engineering style. He is also popular for his freestyle songwriting approach that gave him the nickname "The Jay-Z of R&B".
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| Birth name | Robert Lamont Allen |
| Born | June 2, 1985 |
| Origin | New Jersey, United States |
| Genres | Pop, dance, electronica, R&B |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter, musician |
| Instruments | Vocals, piano, synths |
| Years active | 2006–present |
| Labels | Ultra Records 2009–present |
| Associated acts | Chris Brown, Rihanna, Brian Kennedy, Polow da Don |
| Website | www.robauniverse.com |
He got his break as a songwriter in early 2008 when he collaborated with Andre Merritt, Chris Brown and Brian Kennedy. The collaboration climbed him to a multi-platinum songwriter status with two No. 1 records back to back in June 2009.[1]
By the end of the summer of 2009, he was signed a co-publishing deal with Sony/ATV Music Publishing courtesy of the VP/Urban A&R Juan Madrid.[2]
Rob Allen, who is also referred to by Twitter followers as King Rebel, has started the movement called the Robellion. He explains: "It is my effort to reset the tone of the music business. I want to pave a way for true talent and creativity to be noticed. Music has now become packaged and mechanical with the exception of the veterans who have total freedom in their art. The variety of unique voices and character is missing and I'm going to bring that back." Behind the Robellion is his own team, called Team Rebel. He is currently working with producer Donameche "Don-City" Jackson. Together they have made leaked songs "Pressin' Buttons," "Curves," "Wifey Material," "Beat It Up" and "Kill Cupid."
Songwriting credits
2008
- 01. "Disturbia" (co-written by Rob. A!, Chris Brown, Andre Merritt and Brian Kennedy)
- 18. "Forever" (co-written by Rob. A!, Chris Brown, and Polow da Don)
Other Songs written by Rob.A
[Chris Brown]
- Forever
- Dreamer
- Erased [Andre Merritt]
- Electric Guitar
- Hologram [Andre Merritt]
- Golden Girl
- Froze
- Trapped in a Dream
- Without You
- Spirit
- Powerful
- You Need
- Famous Girl [Graffiti]
- What i Do [Graffiti]
- I need This [Graffiti]
- Glow in The Dark [In My Zone]
- Seen her naked [In My Zone 2]
- Captive
- Nasty Girl
- Others
Omarion "Comfort", J. Holiday "Heart Attack", Kelly Rowland "On & On", R. Kelly "I Love the Dj", Jaicko "Two Piece", Sugababes "Sweet and Amazing", Mario "Need to Be There"
Awards
Teen Choice Awards
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Forever | Teen Choice Awards: Best R&B Track | Won |
People's Choice Award
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Disturbia | People's Choice Award: Favorite Pop Song | Nominated |
Grammy Award
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
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| 2009 | Disturbia | Grammy Award: Best Dance Recording | Nominated |
NRJ Music Award
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Disturbia | NRJ Music Award: International Song of the Year | Won |
MTV Awards
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Forever | MTV Video Music Awards: Best Video of the Year | Nominated |
| 2009 | Forever | MTV Australia Awards for Best Moves | Nominated |
References
- "Warner/ Chappell Music Strengthens Urban A&R Team". Music Industry Network. Music Industry News Network. December 9, 2009. Retrieved July 26, 2010.
- "Warner/ Chappell Music Strengthens Urban A&R Team With Appointments of Juan Madrid and Ryan Press". mi2n. Music Biz Magazine. December 17, 2009. Archived from the original on January 29, 2010. Retrieved July 26, 2010.
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