with emergence of CRS (Child Rebel Soldier),
vibe concocts a list of some "super" groups of their own. Fail or Excel?
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Kanye, Lupe, and Pharrell are the latest solo stars to form a supergroup, but will they last? VIBE.com looks at other possible super groups, and why they would or would not work.
The idea of an infinite urban group knotted together by (mildly and fiery) successful solo artists is no virgin to the music world. Following the allure are Benjamin-backpackers Kanye West, Pharell Williams, and Lupe Fiasco, who in May 2007 introduced themselves as the lefty power bloc CRS (Child Rebel Soldiers) and premiered the balmy, retrospective “US Placers”, from ‘Ye’s Can’t Tell Me Nothing mixtape. That, along with N.E.R.D.'s “Everyone Nose” remix, and the just released Rebel Music mixtape, hosted by Pharrell and featuring blended tracks by him, Kanye, and Lupe, has quickly webbed CRS a strong following of supporters patiently waiting for the group’s ’08 debut. However, as the guys attempt to seal the title as hip hop’s greatest super-group, they should be forewarned that birthing a potent assemblage of previously autonomous players aint always cake.
Take T.G.T., composed of bedroom-balladeers, Tyrese, Ginuwine, and Tank. The formula seemed right, the primer (“Please Don’t Go” remix) sounded better and yet before an album had the chance to spin, TGT had already thrown a deuce. The Firm may reign as the crowned one-album exception, with Lucy Pearl’s member switch offs bringing them to a close second. But then there are the shoulda beens such as the ousted all-femcee group featuring Remy Ma, Shawnna, and Jacki-O. See a pattern sticking? Hopefully CRS stays clear of their predecessors’ paths as they strive to break the curse. But while their anticipated album develops, here are five imaginary trios ready to shape and escape. We’d give ‘em six months.
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NAME: Sideliners
MEMBERS: The Game, Olivia, Young Buck
MAKE UP: It’s not surprising that G Unit’s snubbed members would bounce off a rejection and land in a group. What brings this trinity together is their mutual detest for a certain Glaceau fiend. A grandiose radio tour is developed, with Hot 97 as the main spot for attack.
BREAK UP: All is well until previous contractual binds catch up and cash in. After realizing that dissing the enemy only makes the enemy richer, the team calls it quits.
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NAME: KMIP (Kiss Me I’m Pretty)
MEMBERS: Ashanti, Christina Milian, Cassie
MAKE UP: Fledgling independent credibility puts these cute faces in a vulnerable state. However, an idea that three sole-ranged voices might sound better than one boosts confidence within the usually drone-laced divas. The result is a trio irresistibly high in beauty and resistibly mid-leveled in talent.
BREAK UP: Blog wars pit the princesses against each other until all that is left are bald heads and flat notes.
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NAME: Soul Mates
MEMBERS: Lloyd, Trey Songz, Mario
MAKE UP: As the amicable underdogs of R&B, this well-packaged triad aims to receive grounded recognition left often idle in their personal careers. Well-synchronized harmonies and sultry serenades keep rival solo stars locked in the studio.
BREAK UP: As popularity thickens, so do egos, and chests puffed with machismo begin to burst. Mario is the first to jet, while rumors flair that he was being forced to grow out his hair. Trey and Lloyd return to their respective single-handed trades and the Soul Mates officially divorce.
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NAME: Bankhead’s Finest
MEMBERS: Rocko, Shawty Lo, Unk
MAKE UP: For these southern troopers, the timing is right, the location is set, and the bar is raised high. In attempts to cement ATL’s expanding title as the new mecca of hip hop, these gents merge their acts into one and start penning anthems beyond addiction. BREAK UP: Friction forms when Rocko and Shawty leave Unk alone on the dance floor, opting for a drink of substance. The crew disperses before haters get a chance to wave.
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NAME: G2K
MEMBERS: Lil Mama, Teyana Taylor, Young B
MAKE UP: These slick-lipped tomboys have a couple things in common: they’re uptown girls, are incessantly requested at jailbait socials, and still sneak a sip of daddy’s liquor when no one’s looking. It’s a match made in Harlem. Plans for a summer smash equipped with the essential dance craze keep the fire burning.
BREAK UP: Fights over new Jordans, prom dates, and lip-gloss stunt their growth, placing the group in a permanent time out.
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