User:Angelofdef/Irv da phenom

Mitchell irving jr (born May 23, 1989), better known by his stage name IRV DA PHENOM', is an American recording artist, writer and actor. His debut mixtape, "U AINT HEARD", was released in 2005, while his second project (with his group, triple threat society), "HIGHLY ANTICIPATED", was released in 2006. His third project, "AMERICAN IDOL REJECT", was released in 2008. Followed by his most popular work to date, the street album "TIRESHOPS & NIGHTCLUBS" Irv's debut album "FREE" is currently in the works and scheduled for a late-summer early fall 2010 release date (aug 24th)

Contents [hide] 1 Life and career 1.1 1989–2004: Early life 1.2 2004–2005: U aint heard? 1.3 2006–2007: Highly anticipated 1.4 2008–2009: American idol reject and Tireshops & nightclubs 1.5 2010-present: FREE 2 Discography 3 Filmography 4 Awards and nominations 5 References 6 External links Life and career

1984–2004: Early life Irv was born Mitchell Irving jr on May 23, 1989, in gainsville, florida.[1] Raised in church, he recognized his vocal, and writing abilities at the age of 12.[2] Irv began by recording raps on an old tape recorder and playing them for friends in his highschool.[2] After releasing his first solo effort,"U AINT HEARD?" which Irv bought his first car from, he caught the attention of longtime acquaintance and enterpriser Ephren Taylor jr, Ephren then began investing in Irv. [1] 2004–2005: Highly Anticipated