Dred Scott (rapper)

Biography

Jonathan "Dred" Scott is an American hip-hop/soul rapper, songwriter and music producer. Scott, who originally started his career as a rap artist, was born to parents who were both professional actors/dancers who met while touring with various music productions. His mother was the first African-American female dancer to appear on The Ed Sullivan Show. Scott received some training in jazz as a child, but was excited enough by the hip-hop innovations of Run–D.M.C. to pursue a music career as a rap artist. His music blends jazz, funk, hip-hop, and soul; along with social consciousness and a sense of humor. Dred Scott's debut album, Breakin' Combs on A&M Records, was released in 1994. The album achieved moderate success, thanks to the underground singles "Check the Vibe" and "Back in the Day", which featured R&B singer and future wife Adriana Evans. The pair met while in college, which led to Adriana's appearance on Scott's "Breakin' Combs".

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