Lil Duval
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Roland Powell, also known by the stage name
Lil Duval, is an American stand-up comedian. In 2005, he was a semifinalist on BET
's comedy competition series Coming to the Stage.
, Powell adopted the stage name "Lil Duval" to pay homage to his hometown (Duval county). After graduating from high school, Powell relocated to Atlanta, Georgia
where he started working in the comedic circles, performing stand-up at the Atlanta staple, Uptown Comedy Corner, which led him to become a regular performer.
After performing at the Oakland Bay Area Competition in 2001, Powell was approached by Cedric the Entertainer
’s road manager and was invited to perform on the Budweiser tour featuring Cedric and four additional comedians. Powell was then invited by Cedric to perform on his television special Cedric the Entertainer: Starting Lineup.
In 2003, he released the underground comedy DVD Dat Boy Funny, which also featured several upcoming comedians featuring colorful sketch pieces and parodies mocking events in pop culture. The following year, Powell became a regular featured performer on three seasons of BET’s ComicView
. Powell released his second DVD Put Your Hands on Me in 2005. That same year he appeared in Three 6 Mafia
's independent film, Choices II: The Setup
, as well as being featured on various skits of the film's soundtrack.
In addition to stand-up comedy, Powell also writes for Ozone magazine. He has also appeared in several music videos including T.I.
's "Rubberband Man
", "24's
", "Whatever You Like", "What Up, What's Haapnin'
, Big Kuntry King
's "That's Right", Yung Joc
's "It's Goin' Down
" "Coffee Shop
", and Young Jeezy
's "My President
"
Stage name
A stage name, also called a showbiz name or screen name, is a pseudonym used by performers and entertainers such as actors, wrestlers, comedians, and musicians.-Motivation to use a stage name:...
Lil Duval, is an American stand-up comedian. In 2005, he was a semifinalist on BET
Black Entertainment Television
Black Entertainment Television is an American, Viacom-owned cable network based in Washington, D.C.. Currently viewed in more than 90 million homes worldwide, it is the most prominent television network targeting young Black-American audiences. The network was launched on January 25, 1980, by its...
's comedy competition series Coming to the Stage.
Early life and career
Born and raised in Jacksonville, FloridaJacksonville, Florida
Jacksonville is the largest city in the U.S. state of Florida in terms of both population and land area, and the largest city by area in the contiguous United States. It is the county seat of Duval County, with which the city government consolidated in 1968...
, Powell adopted the stage name "Lil Duval" to pay homage to his hometown (Duval county). After graduating from high school, Powell relocated to Atlanta, Georgia
Georgia (U.S. state)
Georgia is a state located in the southeastern United States. It was established in 1732, the last of the original Thirteen Colonies. The state is named after King George II of Great Britain. Georgia was the fourth state to ratify the United States Constitution, on January 2, 1788...
where he started working in the comedic circles, performing stand-up at the Atlanta staple, Uptown Comedy Corner, which led him to become a regular performer.
After performing at the Oakland Bay Area Competition in 2001, Powell was approached by Cedric the Entertainer
Cedric the Entertainer
Cedric Antonio Kyles , known professionally by his stage name Cedric the Entertainer, is an American actor, comedian and director...
’s road manager and was invited to perform on the Budweiser tour featuring Cedric and four additional comedians. Powell was then invited by Cedric to perform on his television special Cedric the Entertainer: Starting Lineup.
In 2003, he released the underground comedy DVD Dat Boy Funny, which also featured several upcoming comedians featuring colorful sketch pieces and parodies mocking events in pop culture. The following year, Powell became a regular featured performer on three seasons of BET’s ComicView
ComicView
ComicView was an American stand-up comedy show that aired on BET on Tuesdays and Fridays from September 1992 to December 2008. The show has been the launching pad for such comedians as Dante, D.L. Hughley, Cedric the Entertainer, Sommore, and Rodney Perry....
. Powell released his second DVD Put Your Hands on Me in 2005. That same year he appeared in Three 6 Mafia
Three 6 Mafia
Three 6 Mafia are an Academy Award-winning, American rap group originating from Memphis, Tennessee. Formed in 1991 as Triple 6 Mafia, by DJ Paul, Juicy J, & Lord Infamous, the group at its most featured six members including; Crunchy Black, Gangsta Boo and Koopsta Knicca...
's independent film, Choices II: The Setup
Choices II: The Setup
Choices II: The Setup is the seventh studio album by Three 6 Mafia, released as a CD/DVD in 2005. The CD is the soundtrack to the DVD movie with which it is packaged. It sold over 400,000 copies in the U.S.-Track listing:Disc: 1# "Intro" – 1:06...
, as well as being featured on various skits of the film's soundtrack.
In addition to stand-up comedy, Powell also writes for Ozone magazine. He has also appeared in several music videos including T.I.
T.I.
Clifford Joseph Harris, Jr. , better known by his stage name T.I., is an American rap artist, film and music producer, actor and author. He is also the founder and co-chief executive officer of Grand Hustle Records....
's "Rubberband Man
Rubberband Man
"Rubberband Man" is the third single released from T.I.'s album Trap Muzik. Containing a sample of 'Go With Me' by Mannie Fresh, Production by David Banner was noted by music reviewers, particularly the ascending organ riff that has been described as 'hypnotic' and 'pure halftime show'. Upon...
", "24's
24's
"24's" is the first single off Atlanta-based rapper T.I.'s album Trap Muzik. The song, which on the surface seems quite basic, actually has an underlying theme of the need to seize a chance at wealth and prosperity. It was featured on the hit street racing game Need For Speed: Underground...
", "Whatever You Like", "What Up, What's Haapnin'
What Up, What's Haapnin'
"What Up, What's Haapnin", is the third Promo single from T.I.'s sixth studio album Paper Trail. The track was produced by Drumma Boy and was released for digital download on September 2. The song peaked at eighty four on the Billboard Hot 100 and at number ninety seven Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart...
, Big Kuntry King
Big Kuntry King
Sean Marrett also known as Big Kuntry King is an American southern rapper from Atlanta, Georgia who's signed to Grand Hustle Records. He is also a member of P$C, Pimp Squad Click a rap group. His debut album My Turn to Eat was released September 30, 2008.-Albums:-Singles:-References:...
's "That's Right", Yung Joc
Yung Joc
YaMar Jon Robinson , better known by his stage name Yung Joc, is an American rapper.-Early life:Robinson's father, Vivian Young, ran a hair-care products company and helped him write a jingle for Revlon; Robinson founded his own label to release his music.-New Joc City :After Teaming with producer...
's "It's Goin' Down
It's Goin' Down (Yung Joc song)
"It's Goin' Down" is a song performed by American rapper Yung Joc, and produced by Nitti. It was released as the first single from his debut album New Joc City....
" "Coffee Shop
Coffee Shop (Yung Joc song)
"Coffee Shop" is the first single off Yung Joc's second album Hustlenomics. It was officially released on May 5, 2007, but had been leaked onto the Internet beforehand. The track features Gorilla Zoe and uncredited chorus vocals by The-Dream...
", and Young Jeezy
Young Jeezy
Jay Wayne Jenkins , better known by his stage name Young Jeezy, is an American rapper. He is the member of the hip hop group United Streets Dopeboyz of America and a former member of BMF...
's "My President
My President
"My President" is the fourth official single from rapper Young Jeezy's third studio album, The Recession. The song also features rapper Nas and is produced by Tha Bizness. This song was number 16 on Rolling Stones list of the 100 Best Songs of 2008. Jeezy and Nas recorded the song on the day...
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