J. Cole — Dreamville

A North Carolina native, Cole grew up with a mother who loved rock and folk while his father was a fan of hardcore hip-hop artists like 2Pac and Ice Cube.

 

Since 2013, Cole has conducted an annual tour called “Dollar And A Dream” where fans willing to pay one dollar are treated to tracks from his early work.

J. Cole was the first artist signed to Jay-Z’s Roc Nation label who released his official debut, Cole World: The Sideline Story, which debuted on top of the Billboard 200. Featuring the single “Power Trip”. Born Sinner followed in 2013 with guest appearances from Miguel, TLC, and Kendrick Lamar.

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Let Nas Down (Remix)

J. Cole – Dollar & A Dream Tour – DC & Philly

The Dollar & A Dream Tour makes another stop in DC and Philly. Each of these shows are only a $1 to enter and first come, first serve. Cole performs classic songs from the Warm Up to Born Sinner and you never know who might come through. Shouts to Freeway and Meek. Up next, the tour stops in the Chi.

DC crazy… Philly… Meek went in… Shouts to that MMG family… Wale The Gifted 6/25…

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J. Cole – Dollar & A Dream Tour – NYC

J. Cole’s Dollar & A Dream tour continued in NYC the day following his Born Sinner album release. To show his appreciation, Cole did two full shows back to back and brought out Drake as a surprise guest.

Shouts to Drake and our brothers at OVO… NYC much love all day… Queens!

OVO x Dreamville – Born Sinner x NYC

After bringing Drake out for a surprise performance during Dollar and a Dream show at the Irving Plaza in New York, J. Cole and Drake headed straight to the Best Buy in Union Square to purchase Born Sinner.

J. Cole – Dollar & A Dream Tour – Boston

J. Cole and the Dollar & A Dream Tour put on for Bean Town villains. Each of these shows are only a $1 to enter and first come, first serve. Cole performs classic songs from the Warm Up to Born Sinner. Up next, heading home to NYC.

J. Cole – "Born Sinner" In-Store Signing

Bornsinner.com – J. Cole

Part 7 of J. Cole’s Bornsinner.com series; created by Dreamville. This weeks episode features Dreamville patriarch Jermaine Cole as speaks on creating music and the current climate of Hip-Hop.

The site has featured unique, personally curated content each week leading up to the release of his highly anticipated sophomore album Born Sinner.

J.Cole – Dollar & A Dream Tour – Atlanta & Baltimore

J. Cole revisits mixtape classics as the Dollar & A Dream Tour stops in Atlanta and Baltimore. Each of these shows are only a $1 to enter and first come, first serve. Cole performs classic songs from the Warm Up to Born Sinner. Up next, Boston and NYC.

Don’t forget to preorder the standard or deluxe editions of Cole’s sophomore album Born Sinner, which arrives in stores June 18.

Bornsinner.com – Cedric "Ced" Brown

Part 5 of J. Cole’s Bornsinner.com series; created by Dreamville. This weeks episode features Dreamville producer Ced Breeze as reconnects with his past and his passion for music.
The site will feature unique, personally curated content each week leading up to the release of his highly anticipated sophomore album Born Sinner.

J.Cole – Dollar & A Dream Tour – Miami

J. Cole kicks off his chaotic 10 city road show, better known as the Dollar & A Dream Tour with a quick stop in Miami. Each of these shows are only a $1 to enter and first come, first serve. Cole performs classic songs from the Warm Up to Born Sinner. Up next, Atlanta and Baltimore.

Don’t forget to preorder the standard or deluxe editions of Cole’s sophomore album Born Sinner, which arrives in stores June 18.

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Truly Yours 2

“As Promised. Another Thank You for your patience. Shout to Jeezy, 2 Chainz, Canei, Jake One, and Bas- Quarter Water Raised Me Volume 2 coming soon. Born Sinner coming June 25th. Game Changer. Dreamville. Much Love”

Bornsinner.com – Miguel

Part 5 of J. Cole’s Bornsinner.com series; created by Dreamville. The fifth installment documents Miguel reflecting on music and people.

The site will feature unique, personally curated content each week leading up to the release of his highly anticipated sophomore album Born Sinner.

Bornsinner.com – Ibrahim "IB" Hamad

Part 3 of J. Cole’s Bornsinner.com series; created by Dreamville. The third installment documents the relationship between Ibrahim “IB” Hamad and J. Cole.

The site will feature unique, personally curated content each week leading up to the release of his highly anticipated sophomore album Born Sinner.

Bornsinner.com – Kevin "KO" Ogletree

Part 4 of J. Cole’s Bornsinner.com series; created by Dreamville. The fourth installment documents the hard road taken by Kevin “KO” Ogletree before and after the success.

The site will feature unique, personally curated content each week leading up to the release of his highly anticipated sophomore album Born Sinner.

Bornsinner.com – Kendrick Lamaar

Part 2 of J. Cole’s Bornsinner.com series; created by Dreamville. The second installment documents the day in the life of Kendrick Lamar as he deals with new found fame.
“The difference between the pretenders and the Kendrick Lamars.” — Cole

J. Cole on Late Show

J. Cole performing “Crooked Smile” on Late Show with David Letterman. Air date: 05/11/2013.

Bornsinner.com – Kay Cole

Part 1 of J. Cole’s Bornsinner.com series; created by Dreamville. The first installment documents the day J.Cole retired his mother Kay Cole from her job at the United States Postal Service.

“Confessions of a cheap ass nigga, but I finally put my Momma in that E-Class nigga, and I told her quit her job, but hold your horses, if my next album flop it’s back to the post office… Both of us.” — Cole

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Name: J. Cole

Age: 28

Neighborhood: “Midtown, but Queens in my heart.”

Occupation: Grammy-nominated hip-hop artist. His sophomore album, Born Sinner, is out later this year. Listen to the first single, “Power Trip,” featuring Miguel, here.

Who’s your favorite New Yorker, living or dead, real or fictional?
Tupac. His attitude, energy, and passion is inspiring: He accomplished more in 25 years than most other people do in a lifetime.

What’s the best meal you’ve eaten in New York?
The lobster mac and cheese at Catch. I probably discovered it about six or seven months ago and just got hooked.

In one sentence, what do you actually do all day in your job?
Look for inspiration.

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