Full Surface Records is an American record label founded by hip-hop producer Swizz Beatz in 2000. The label operates through Sony BMG, and is primarily distributed by J Records & Interscope[1]; the label, however, has a repuatation for releasing material through joint ventures with other companies, outside of the Sony BMG-sect. Full Suface also distributes ThugLine Records, a label founded by Wish Bone and Krayzie Bone (of Bone Thugs-n-Harmony). Recently Drag-On signed to Full Surface[2]. DMX was about to sign to Full Surface but chose Sony Urban Music instead[3].
Current roster
- Founder/CEO.
- Philadelphia-based rapper, best known for his 2005 hit "I'm A Hustla" and his freeestyle skills. Also signed to Ruff Ryders.
- An R&B singer, based out of New York City.
- A southern rapper, most notable for his hit single "Tear it Up."
- A Philadelphia-based rap group, affiliated with Cassidy.
- Legendary Cleveland-based rap group, known for their quick-tongued rapping style and harmonizing vocals.
Signed to Full Surface, through a joint venture with Interscope Records.
- Rapper, best known for her affiliation with Ruff Ryders.
Signed to Full Suface Records, through a joint venture with Aftermath Entertainment/Geffen Records.
- Former Ruff Ryders member.
- A New York-based singer, Tommy Hilfiger's son
DJs & producers
- A producer from Philadelphia.
Also signed to Ruff Ryders & Roc-A-Fella Records.[4]
- A group of producers who have produced songs for Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, as well as for Swizz Beatz solo recordings.[5]
Discography
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