Bio

"I can only think big... As I'm traveling, I pass all boundaries and expectations through my music. I realize the sky is not my limit if I am soon to be among the stars."- H.B. MONTE This statement exemplifies the drive and determination that together makes H.B. MONTE an entertainer whose potential for greatness is evident in all that he has done and all that he is to succeed. His multi-faceted talent as a rapper, producer, DJ and songwriter is taking the entertainment industry by storm. H.B.’s infectious, raw energy, rhythmic flow and melodic beats are captivating audiences around the globe and securing him a spot as music's new upcoming artist. H.B. Monte’s earliest childhood influences date back to James Brown, LL Cool J, Kurtis Blow, and Tupac . His dedication and love for music became evident at a young age and he was able to incorporate his passion and talent in order to rise above struggles and economical hardships. By the age of nine, H.B. Monte had already begun writing rhymes and spinning records. His diverse ethnic background has had a strong influence on his music. His African, Latino and European background have exposed him to various genres of music and has directly inspired his innovative style. These ethnic attributes and tough life lessons throughout his upbringing have helped H.B. to formulate his sound and has supplied his music with a level of relatability that is the essential component of awe-inspiring music of today. By listening to some of his breakthrough tracks such as “Throw Ya G Up”, “Hood Fly” and “Crazy”, it is evident that what H.B. Monte has to offer the music industry is unique and truly sets him apart from the rest. Global radio play, television appearances, club performances, motion pictures; H.B. is determined to have it all. His popularity grew in 2002 when he performed with Ludacris during a radio station event in Boston and with Fabolous at various venues in Rhode Island, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. He also created and headlined “Havok Hour”, a critically acclaimed hip-hop radio show on WBRU 95.5 FM in Providence, Rhode Island. By 2004, H.B. Monte’s songs had received syndicated radio play on international radio and had a live appearance on the CBS Sunday Morning Show. H.B. also featured on a number of corporate and event mix CDs including Def Jam's “We Gets Busy”, “Scion Extravaganza”, Star and Buckwild's “Imperial Voyage of Hate” and Funkmaster Flex's “Birthday Bash at the Roxy”. In 2006, H.B., previously known as "Hav-Boy", internationally toured with top recording artists of Infamous G-Unit. In 2007, he executive produced "Can I Speak to Biggie" (produced by Chris Ward) which featured Maino and DTP recording artist Chingy. The song was a dedication to Notorious B.I.G., marking the 10th anniversary of his death. While he was coordinating the artists for the song he also organized a phone conference with artists Jadakiss and Mase who have not spoken since they were artists together on Bad Boy Entertainment. He recently hosted a Promotional CD for a major motion picture called "Illegal Tender" (with the lead actor Rick Gonzalez and the Reggaeton superstar Tego Calderon) which featured some of H.B.’s own songs. His other feature accomplishments include "Poppin Remix" (a 2006 international Chris Brown remix produced by Great Scott), and “Get Up Get Up” featuring Redman (produced by Rockwilder). H.B. is also branching upward and outward from his musical talents and is currently in the process of finalizing a ringtone deal in 2008, which will carry exclusive mobile phone ringtones, wall papers, and ringback tones. He is also making his mark in the television and film industry by working on upcoming projects such as a potential television host for a show entitled "What's Cooking" and participation in a documentary and short film with the film company Snow Bird Films. The elaborate and broad range of accomplishments H.B. Monte has established during his musical career is both impressive and ever-growing. He is climbing toward stardom and has both the drive and determination to take the industry to astonishing heights. This fortitude not only marks the heart of a true artist but also signifies the beginning of a new and unstoppable force that is not to be reckoned within the hip hop music industry. MILESTONES: 2007 -Collaborated with Tricycle records / SoSo Def recording artist Jarvis for the single "Hood Fly". -Became the host of new TV show series "What’s Cooking". -Arranged and featured on the "Illegal Tender Movie" promo CD which featured Tego Calderon and Rick Gonzalez (Actor). -Worked with producer "Great Scott" on the Poppin Remix a international Chris Brown remix which recieved major airplay and attention worldwide. -Executive Produced "Can I Speak To Biggie”, The 10 Year Anniversary Tribute to The Notorious B.I.G. which featured Maino, Chingy, and Hav-Boy… 2006 -Began to work with labels including Russell Simmons Music Group (RSMG), Island Records, G-Unit Records, and Interscope Records. -Toured with Infamous G- Unit -Recorded with RSMG recording artists Black Buddafly, Infamous G-Unit recording artists Mobb Deep and 40 Glocc. -Worked with Grammy nominated producers Rockwilder, Armando Colon, etc. 2005 -Became a regional act for Scion. -Expanded his mix CD distribution to an international market. -Hosted and arranged corporate and event mix CDs. 2004 -Guest appearance on the CBS Sunday Morning Show. Discussed the DJ's roll in hip-hop culture. -Became music program director for Word, the sister company to Truth, the anti-tobacco company. -Began working with major and independent labels including Virgin, SoSo Def, Def Jam and Landspeed. -Gained international recognition as singles began playing on syndicated, international radio shows including the “Full Blast Radio Show”. -Contracted as DJ and host for Scion events in the New England market. -Featured on songs with international artists and producers including Telli Bengah, Eric Delisser and T.O.K. 2003 -Joined Saturday Night Showdown with DJ Buck on WWKX 106.3, the number one rhythmic station in Rhode Island. 2002 -Began Havoc Hour, a hip-hop radio show on WBRU 95.5 FM in Providence, RI. -Performed with major artists Fabolous and Ludacris. 2006 Began working with a number of new recording labels including Russell Simmons Music Group (RSMG), Island Records, Virgin Records, G-Unit Records and Interscope Records. Toured with Infamous G- Unit on national tour. Recorded with Russell Simmon's new R&B group, Black Buddafly, 40 Glocc (Infamous/G-Unit Records) and Mobb Deep. Working with Grammy nominated producers Rockwilder, Armando Colon, etc. 2005 Became a regional act for Scion. Expanded his mix CD distribution to an international market. Began hosting and arranging corporate and event mix CDs. 2004 Guest on the CBS Sunday Morning Show. Discussed the DJ's roll in hip-hop culture. Became the music program director for Word, the sister company to Truth, the anti-tobacco company. Began working with major and independent labels including Virgin Records, So So Def Recordings, Def Jam Recordings and Landspeed Records. Gained international recognition. Singles began playing on syndicated, international radio shows including Full Blast Radio Show. Started DJing and hosting Scion events in the New England market. Appeared on singles with international artists and producers including Telli Bengah, Eric Delisser and T.O.K. 2003 Joined Saturday Night Showdown with DJ Buck on WWKX 106.3 in East Providence, RI. 2002 Began Havoc Hour, a hip-hop radio show on WBRU 95.5 FM in Providence, RI. Performed with major artists including Fabolous and Ludacris. DISCOGRAPHY: Mix CDs Featured on Hot97 Music Meeting mixcd (2007) Illegal Tender Movie Promo cd featuring Tego Calderon and Actor Rick Gonzalez (2007) Def Jam presents "We Gets Busy" (2006) Da Rock Wilder Mixtape (2006) Blends: The Liquified Series (March 2005) Who Got Skillz Instrumentals (March 2005) I Doo'z My Own Thing R&B Series featuring Raheem Devaughn and Brooke Valentine (April 2005) Def Jam vs. Interscope featuring Noreaga and Aztec (May 2005) Scion Extravaganza (June 2005) Scion Extravaganza Part 2 featuring SunN.Y. (July 2005) Star and Buckwild's "Imperial Voyage of Hate" (Aug. 2005) Funk Master Flex B-Day Bash Mix CD featuring Juelz Santana, Jarvis and Wu-Tang (Sept. 2005) Singles Hood Fly by Hav-Boy featuring Jarvis (produced Chris ward) South Bronx by: P.Boyz, Cory Gunz and Hav-Boy (produced by: Dj Break) Throw Your G Up by Hav-Boy (produced Great Scott) People Talk by Hav-Boy featuring Sam Scarfo Get Up, Get Up by Redman featuring Hav-Boy (produced Rockwilder) So Sexy by Hav-Boy featuring Meko (produced Armando Colon) Gimmie Dat by 40 Glocc featuring Hav-Boy (Infamous/G-Unit) I'm Cool by 334 M.O.B.B. featuring Hav-Boy Shake it Off featuring Telli Bengah (Produced by Hav-Boy and T.K.) Hardcore Lover (remix) featuring Hav-Boy and T.O.K. (Produced by Eric Delisser) Yardie Yo (remix) featuring Busta Rhymes, Elephant Man, Hav-Boy and Faze Ba Dunkah Dunk (remix) featuring Telli Bangah and Hav-Boy Major Performances (Partial Listing) Infamous/G-Unit Records Tour featuring 50-Cent, G-Unit, Mobb Deep (2006) Hot Import Show with Heineken in Boston, MA (2005) Car Show with Scion and Urbanracer at Giant Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ (2005) Opening act for Fabolous Opening act for Ludacris [b][i][/i][/b][b][/b][color="green"][/color][color="#444444"][/color][b]