Biography
Being
a visionary isn't something that can be obtained; it’s something
that you are born with. Born and raised in Anniston, Alabama; Ricko
AK started writing music when he was 16 years old and quickly
developed a fan base that motivated him to pursue his passion for
music. With the love and hustle of the music business; Ricko AK
uprooted and established himself in Atlanta. It didn’t take long to
realize that Ricko AK was no ordinary rapper; he stands on a firm
foundation of truth and integrity. As an artist, he knows the
struggles that come with the pursuit of success and that has fueled
this culture of creativity and leadership within himself and it
impacts all those in his presence.
Ricko
AK is known for delivering southern -laden street anthems, and these
beautifully narrated storytelling rhymes over classically unique
beats and instrumentals. His ability of having this diversified
approach to every song he creates but still maintains a signature
melodic flow that is unique only to him is why his music makes such a
definitive impact. This has solidified him as a lyrical force to be
reckoned with.
Constantly
raising the benchmark for himself and setting a standard in hip-hop;
rapper/songwriter Ricko AK has crafted his own niche in “the
industry”. The constant progression in his music career has crowned
him (rightfully so) Alabama King, he is CEO of the ever-growing
Lavish Lyfe brand which includes indie record label Lavish Lyfe Music
Group (LLMG), Lavish Lyfe Publishing, and Lavish Lyfe Designs. He is
also co-founder of the Atlanta collective The Winner Circle.
The
Alabama King is hard at work on the next phase of his career. The XI
mixtape is the first project to come under the newly re-emerged
Lavish Lyfe Music Group (LLMG). Its leading track “Capeesh”,
gives you a snippet of what is to come from the re-energized and
empowered artist. Ricko AK is re-emerging with a powerful creative
growth that definitely will garner universal attention and timeless
music.
The
XI Mixtape will be the newest addition to AK’s (already impressive)
music catalog that includes his 2007 debut solo project Trademark.
The leading single on Trademark, “V.I. Pimpin Remix” featuring
Gotti and Kalako landed in the Top 20 on seven different radio
stations in Canada. It also charted on New York’s S.U.R.E. Record
Pool’s Hot off the Press” Chart as the No. 1 new single. The 2006
pre-release of the single went on to win Best Bass in Hip Hop as well
as other awards. Made in Alabama set the precedent of his legacy of
creating classic mixtapes. I Am The Anedote; Chapters 1-7 arrived in
late 2007. Ricko AK was featured on the Raw Report: Volume 5, as well
as Street and Sheets Volumes 1-3. AK also authored the introductory
song “I Love 107.9” for Atlanta’s Hot 107.9 DJ Redd Dredd. His
single “I Love Being From Da Souf” featured on DJ Emperor
Searcy’s (BME/Hot 107.9) Mix CD. “Bring Another Bottle” was
featured on DJ Green Lantern’s Myspace Invasion 5 and Ricko had the
opportunity to work with multi-Grammy winning producer Deezle. Ricko
also co-hosted a television show Mixtape-TV in which he interviewed
some of hip-hop’s royalty such as DJ Khaled, Lil Boosie, Ace Hood,
and Trina. The show aired in multiple cities in Alabama and Georgia.
In
2010 Ricko AK started what would turn into a three part series
mixtape entitled Warning Shotz. He launched his indie record label
Lavish Lyfe Music Group (LLMG) and filmed 5 Mics the Cypher DVD. In
2011 Ricko AK extended the Warning Shotz series with Warning Shotz 4:
AK’z Revenge in which he teamed up with producer Luney Tunez to
create street anthem “Think Again” and he penned the classic hit
“Good Nite” produced by Mo Digi. Keeping the 2011 momentum going;
Ricko AK was nominated as Most Slept On Artist of 2011 at the
Maxximum Alabama Music Awards. His song “At the Court” received
placement on the highly esteemed documentary Push that was shown at
the Boston Independent Film Festival and on the ESPN Classic channel.
He also made an appearance on BET’s hit television show The Game.
Ricko
AK/Alabama King is pure talent, a progressive movement; artistic
success. With every song he paints a picture that takes you deeper
into his world and into his journey of super stardom.
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