In the early 2000s, Connecticut emcee Mann95 garnered respect from his peers and industry veterans by consistently showing up to studio sessions ready to show and prove. His breakthrough moment came in 2011 when he had a chance online encounter with renowned Super Producer 88-Keys, who was impressed by Mann95's work and subsequently signed him to a record deal.

During his time under 88-Keys' label, Mann95 collaborated with notable artists, including soul singer Bilal and lyrical powerhouse Talib Kweli. It was also during this period that he encountered underground sensation Little Vic, who was signed to the same label. The two artists clicked instantly, leading to an impressive output of songs that enriched their respective catalogs.

In 2021, after concluding his record deal with 88-Keys, Mann95 took the reins of his own career by founding his imprint, No Backup Plan LLC. Since its inception, he has released his cult classic album, "Cold Occurrences," which features heavy production from Little Vic. This album marked the beginning of his "Cold series."

Mann95’s most recent project, "Popsicles," serves as a tantalizing cold snack, preparing listeners for the second installment of the Cold Series , "Cold Shoulder," which will be co-executive produced by Little Vic. Despite having been in the game for a considerable time, Mann95 shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon, continuing to innovate and inspire within the music industry.

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