Twin Hype

Twin Hype was an American rap trio originating from New Jersey. Consisting of twin brothers Glennis Brown (the Sly) and Lennis Brown (Slick) along with Jose Matos (DJ King Shameek). The twins started rapping together at the age of 15 in high school contests. They were originally from South Carolina and moved up the east coast, first moving to Washington DC and the suburbs in Maryland and Virginia then eventually landing in New Jersey. They released two albums on Profile Records: Twin Hype (1989) and Double Barrel (1991). The single "Do It to the Crowd" was their first release. In rotation in alternative and college radio, it charted at number 69 on the UK Singles Chart[1] and number 10 on the US Dance chart.[2] The second single "For Those Who Like to Groove" reached number 8 on the US dance chart.[2][3]

Twin Hype
OriginNew Jersey, U.S.
GenresHip hop
Years active1987–1992
LabelsProfile Records
Associated actsDJ King Shameek/King Sun

Influences and attitude

Their childhood influences started with gospel and soul singers like Luther Vandross and Anita Baker. Their contemporary influences included the production and artist work of Terry Riley.

They came in with a positive message compared to what they called the "Gat Pack".

Discography

Albums
Date Title US 200 US R&B
1989 Twin Hype 140 44
1991 Double Barrel - 75

Singles
Date Title US Dance US Rap UK
1989 "For Those Who Like to Groove" 8 - 96
1989 "Do It to the Crowd" 10 19 65
1991 "Nothin' Could Save Ya" - - -

References
  2. "Twin Hype Songs • Top Songs / Chart Singles Discography • Music VF, US & UK hits charts". Musicvf.com. Retrieved 2020-03-10.
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