Twin Hype was an American rap group, originating from

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. Consisting of twin brothers Glennis Brown (the Sl) and Lennis Brown (Slick), born August 14, 1968. The twins were later joined by Jose Matos (DJ King Shameek) for their self-titled 1989 album and 1991 album Double Barrel.

Career

The twins started rapping together at the age of 15 in high school contests. They were originally from

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and moved up the east coast, first moving to

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and the suburbs in

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and

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, then eventually landing in New Jersey. They released two albums on

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: ''Twin Hype'' (1989) and ''Double Barrel'' (1991). The single "Do It to the Crowd" was their first single release and the most successful. In rotation in alternative and college radio, it charted at number 69 on the UK Singles Chart and number 10 on the US Dance Chart. The second single "For Those Who Like to Groove" reached number 8 on the US Dance Chart. They released hip house single "Nothin' Could Save Ya" in 1991.

Discography

Albums

Singles

References

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