Having had music pumping through his veins as a youngster enrolled in music programs and playing several instruments including the violin and cello, it was a matter of time before Mr. Grand made his entry into the rap scene. He later formed Grandiose Music Company and went on to establish his sound by hitting the streets heavily and distributing 8,000 mix tapes. The streets loved it and his hype grew large enough that he was able to score a meeting at Def Jam to discuss a possible record deal. The label executives thought it would make a great record, but decided against it because they felt that he didn't sound Southern enough. This devastating blow to Mr. Grand urged the artist to regroup and reform his strategy by first re-establishing his company as G-Stax Entertainment, then developing his artistic talents, and strengthening his business mindset by enrolling in business classes. Fast-forward to today, Mr. Grand is now more focused and plans to re-capture the rap scene more strategically. His catalog now boasts hundreds of already completed tracks and he's changed his style to cross regional barriers. With the debut of his album later this year, Mr. Grand will get the much-deserved love that he's due.