Akon - Musicians

"Aliaune Thiam" (born April 16, 1973), better known by his stage name "Akon" () is a WolofSenegalese-American hip hop and R&B singer-songwriter, rapper, and record producer. Akon rose to fame in 2004 following the release of his single 'Locked Up' from his debut album "Trouble". His second album, "Konvicted", earned him a Grammy Award nomination for the single 'Smack That'. He is the founder of Konvict Muzik and Kon Live Distribution. ....more
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Tuesdays with Peter: Peter Buffett gets personal
Aug 14, 2009, 2:31 GMT
Emmy Award-winning musician, songwriter, philanthropist and co-creator of IsThereSomethingICanDo.com, Peter Buffett is collaborating with Grammy-nominated artist, Akon. ... moreIn Pictures: 'Capital FM Summertime Ball 2009'
Jun 12, 2009, 7:23 GMT
We have added a new set of pictures from the event 'Capital FM Summertime Ball 2009'. ... moreAkon to record soccer song
May 12, 2009, 9:35 GMT
Akon is to record the official anthem for next year's soccer World Cup. ... moreAkon to help Alexandra
Mar 17, 2009, 10:15 GMT
Akon is to produce Alexandra Burke's first album. ... moreAkon, Gayle King, Eliza Dushku comment on Chris Brown Rihanna incident
Feb 17, 2009, 4:20 GMT
Chris Brown's behavior has sparked sharp reactions from Gayle King, Gabrielle Union, Akon and Eliza Dushku. ... more


