mrethedarkone

Bronx, NY

Alter-Ego: Manny Love  Aliases: The Dark 1, Quiet Storm  Special abilities: Rapping, Song-writing, Producing, Directing, Acting  MrE, who also goes by the alias, the Dark 1, is a Nigerian-American music artist born in Bronx, N.Y. MrE started writing songs at the age of 14, crediting DMX's debut album, "It's Dark and Hell Is Hot", for both his influence and courage to finally attempt song writing. In 2001, MrE started performing at local talent shows, showcases and open mics all at his college, local clubs and venues such as Karma Lounge, Sullivan Hall and the Apollo. In 2009, MrE recorded then released a couple mix tracks, further building his internet presence. In 2015, he produced and released the "Prodigal Son Returns" EP. In 2017, he released the "Keep On" EP, (featured in the short film, "Our Brothers", produced by Ariella Media and winner of Award of Merit for Best Shorts Competition of 2018 by the Seattle Jewish Film Festival)