Detroit Native Music Artist and Viral Sensation Elijah Connor Inks Mega Deal with Blackground Records 2.0

    ATLANTA, GA, October 19, 2021 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Blackground Records 2.0 announces the signing of Detroit Artist Elijah Connor; a talented singer, music composer and songwriter. Elijah gained world wide notoriety during his performance on Diddy's popular music competition show "The Four: Battle for Stardom" which aired on the FOX network. Shortly after his exit the singer became popularly known for his viral meme of the stare down with Sean "Diddy" Combs. Elijah Connor is the younger cousin of legendary music icon Prince.

"What an amazing honor it is to receive Mr. Barry Hankerson's co-sign and take my talents to Blackground Records 2.0. I grew up listening to Aaliyah who represents our beloved city of Detroit. It's a dream come true for me because my hard work as an independent artist has paid off. I'm so honored and excited to sign with such a legendary label like Blackground; who has cultivated not only the culture of R&B music, but has left an imprint on the world as a whole. Barry Hankerson is an amazing visionary. He and the Label rolled out the red carpet for me and saw my vision without me even having to explain. I can't wait for the world to see what's next because it's happening now!" - Elijah Connor.

"A familiar new face to the entertainment industry, who is said to be one of television and music's most fastest rising stars." That's the statement from a Fox5 Atlanta News anchor when describing this singer, songwriter, TV personality, and mogul...The younger cousin to Prince, one of the world's most influential & iconic musicians to ever live. Music royalty flows through the veins of this Detroit born star, ELIJAH CONNOR. After his crowd stirring performance on Fox's hit TV show "The Four", paired with his infamous stare down with Sean "Diddy" Combs, Connor's rise to fame skyrocketed over night, making him one of the most recognizable faces around the world. To date his iconic meme/GIF had garnered over 5 billion impressions. He has shared the stage with award winning artists; Khalid, Chris Brown, DJ Khaled, Saweetie, Jeremih, Tee Grizzley, Rick Ross, Frank Ocean, Playboi Carti, Big Sean, Swae Lee, Tank, and Tamar Braxton just to name a few. Connor has also modeled for brands Giorgio Armani, Forever 21 and Sears. An innovative and inspiring 21st century redefinition of what it means to be an artist but above all a walking brand. Connor proudly states that he took a "No" and turned it into a "New Opportunity." Millions of people around the world already know his face, and now they will know his voice.

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