A Trip To Candi Land
Laid back, humble, sociable, down to earth, clever, easy going, charismatic and creative are some but not all of the words that can be used to describe this determined young lady by the name of Candi Redd.
As if entering the world on the last day of the year, December 31, 1987 12:00pm (New Years Eve) doesn’t already make her unique enough, she received the nickname, Red, from her family because she was the only person in her family born with bright sandy red hair. When asked how she received or created the name Candi Redd, her response was: "Candi is from the word candid, which means, pure; sincere; honest, upright and my family does call me red but I spell is with two d's. Redd is a verb that means to save, free from, deliver, recover, rescue. These are all ways I plann to be with my music but sometimes the industry makes that difficult. lol"
Growing up in a broken home on the southwest side of Houston, TX, with her mother and younger sister, Candi Redd encountered and overcame many obstacles at a very young age. Teen pregnancy, drug addiction, incarceration and an abusive relationship are a few of many issues. Impressively through it all the ambitious song writer, recording artist and entertainer efficiently provided for her son and never gave up on her dreams.
Working as a full time operations supervisor for a Bank of America vendor 2007-2008, Candi Redd spent days at work, evenings with her son and sleepless nights in the studio. “Maaan! Soon as my project was finish and I had a solid single (Independent Bitches), I wanted to put all my time into promoting my music,” says Candi Redd.
The brave entertainer went on an impulse and followed her heart. With rent, lights, phone, day care bills and more, she quit a good paying career with benefits to pursue her dream full time. “I was still able to pay my bills. I told myself that if I got up and hit the block 7am-6pm with my mixtapes and set a quota of $100 per day I would be fine. That way I could make my own schedule and get paid to promote myself,” was the intelligent young phenom's reply when asked why on earth she would quit working without a back up plan or savings for the remaining month in her apartment. Candi Redd said, “It just felt so right. My mom and Aunt were pissed but they just didn’t understand and I didn’t expect them to but I could show them way better than I could tell them."
2009 Candi Redd released her debut single, the smash hit and ladies anthem, "Independent Bitches" which hit billboard charts early 2010, from her mixtape Code Redd. The 2010 S.E.A. award winning mixtape, CODE REDD sold 200,000 copies independently. Candi quickly followed up with her second project REDD ALERT, which was also nomiated for an S.E.A. Award & was released December 2010 with the single, Act A Ass Produced By Gavin Luckett (Brother of Letoyia Luckett) that began to take the radio by storm before her 2011-2013 disappearance.
Today the industry & fans seem to all be asking the same question,
"WHERE IS CANDI REDD?"
2011 she gave birth to beautiful baby girl. "My daughter was born with a rare heart condition and had to have open heart surgery at 6 months. It was difficult for me to deal with that and my music simutaneously and I couldn't put her in day care so I had to handle my priorities because my children come before my music," says the mature young mother.
Leaving her footprints around the industry working with the legendary Bun B of UGK, Lil Keke, Lil O, BET award Nominee & Love and Hip Hop Atlanta Star Rasheeda, Kandi Burress of Xcape & Real Housewives of Atlanta, E Class, Webbie, Killa Kyleon, Just Brittany, Beat King, Dj Chose and more, all of the artist she has worked with have nothing but great things to say about the dedicated artist.
Ms. Candi Redd is like a breath of fresh air in the industry and one of the best females to ever enter the game hands down and has been one of the first female rappers to hit billboard in a very long time during the release of her debut single.
Laying down the blue print for the other houston female independent artist, representing in a major way for the young mothers, women in hip hop and for Houston, TX, it wouldn’t be wise to not sleep on Ms. Independent because you will definitely hear and see a lot of her in the future.
"DO IT AGAIN" VIDEO SHOOT
SUNDAY, JUNE 5, 2016 @ SSHR RESORT
WILL BE SHOOTING A SCENE DURING
BOBBY HUSTLE & DATURNUP.COM'S
CELEBRITY POOL PARTY & BIKINI CONTEST
1:00PM - 6:00PM | TICKETS: CelebrityPoolParty.Eventbrite.com
Candi Redd does it again with her new hit single, "Do It Again." Available on iTunes 4/20.
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DANCERS NEEDED | PAID GIGS
FOR THE SAFE SEX & REEFER TOUR
CONTACT: JET (832) 753-3936
SAFESEXREEFER@GMAIL.COM
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AUDTIONS: MARCH 14-15TH
@ ZANZIBAR HOUSTON
9003 WESTHEIMER RD.
HOUSTON, TX 77063
HOSTING A PARTY FRI. 1/2/15 @ TONYC LOUNGE
BOOKING | SPONSORS | OPENING ACTS
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CONTACT: SafeSexReefer@gmail.com
Currently preparing for the release of "Safe Sex & Reefer" there will be a #SafeSexReeferTour. Looking for experienced dancers who have performed in front of big audiances (dance team, drill team, exotic dancers, etc.) Serious inquiries only please email: TeamGetItGurlz@gmail.com
Thank you.
#TeamCandiRedd
Houston is not a big R&B city. I noticed R&B artist were promoting themselves as hip hop artist in hop hop clubs. So I wanted to create a platform for them to receive the exposure they deserve being that they are so talented. I've worked to build a stong R&B movement in Houston promoting the upcoming talent. I would love that all of my supporters come out and support the other ladies in Houston who are doing there thing. This movement not only supports the female R&B singer in the south but also is a support group for women in the industry who are supporting other women in this male dominated industry.
http://RnBDivasHouston.EventBrite.com
Congratulations to Dante' Stiggers on another sucessfull event. The 4th Annual Alief Alumni Basketball Game filled the gym as (Pro Ball Player) Dante' Stiggers, (Pro Ball Player) Matt White and the best players from Alief went toe to toe. Candi Redd, being an (Alief) Elsik Graduate was honored to give back to the community by both playing in the alumni game and delighting the crowed with a halftime performace. We want to recognize DaTurnUp.com for their contrabutions to the community for giving 30+ children LRG shirts and 5+ children new shoes. This was really good for the community and #TeamCandiRedd looks forward to being a part of this again next year.
GETiTGURLZ.com will be launching summer 2k14. The GETiTGURLZ movement is an organization of women supporting one another and combining our resources to assist one another in this male dominated entertainment industry. GETiTGURLZ consist of but are not limited to Models, Artists, Djs, MCs, Producers, Comedians, Dancers, Hair Stylist, Designers, Photographers, Promoters and more...
If you would like more information on GETiTGURLZ please visit us online at http://www.GETiTGURLZ.COM
WHY IS THE PROJECT CALLED SAFE SEX & REEFER?
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Those are the best two stress relievers. I thought it
was extremely important to promote "SAFE" sex
more than just sex because I received a sexually
transmitted disease from a guy that I had been with
for years. I wasn't sleeping around and thought if
I was being faithful that I couldn't catch it anything.
So I want to use this new release to talk to the youth
and let them know that even when you
rocking with one person, you still need to rap it up
because loyalty is rare and most of these guys are
for everybody. I want to use this terrible experience
to reach out and educate young ladies all over america
about practicing safe sex & what the consequences are
when you do not protect yourself.
I ask that you help me in reminding young ladies and young men all over to practice
safe sex by posting this hastag whenever time permits.... #SafeSex&Reefer
1865 Aldine Bender Road, Houston, TX 77032
OG RON C & OCTOBERS VERY OWN
PRESETNS
#HAW | Houston Appreciation Week
CELERBITY BASKETBALL GAME
LIVE PERFORMANCES BY: TRAVIS SCOTT, CANDI REDD, QUINN, RAI-P & D-RAY
DOORS OPEN 2PM
VIP & MEDIA INQUIRIES CONTACT: INFO@CARLAJA.COM
9371 RICHMOND AVE HOUSTON, TX
SCREW FEST
8220 W Bellfort St, Houston, TX 77071
FREAT FEST 2K14 PT. 1
HOSTED BY: CANDI REDD
SPECIAL GUEST: BEAT KING, IVY SHADES & KEVIN KONG
BEATS BY DRE HEAD PHONE GIVE AWAYS
DOORS OPEN 8PM
112 TRAVIS ST. HOUSTON, TX 77002
FREAK FEST 2K14 PT. 2
LIVE PERFORMANCE BY: CANDI REDD
- FOAM PARTY
- LRG GIVE AWAYS
10109 FM 969 AUSTIN, TX 78724
INDEPENDENT LADIES NIGHT
FIRST 100 LADIES GET FRE VIP PASS
PERFORMING HIT SINGLE, "FXCK VIP" AND MORE...
MEET & GREET WITH CANDI REDD AT 4PM @ COMPLETE CULTURE 6039 N. IH 35
9415 S. DAIRY ASHFORD
HOUSTON, TX 77099
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ALIEF ALUMNI BASKET BALL GAME
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5.00 ENTRY
FOOD
DRINKS
ALL AGES
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2401 SAN JACINTO HOUSTON, TX 77002
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CANDi REDD + TRINA
LIVE IN CONCERT
@ LIMELIGHT | HOUSTON
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8100 Kenton Houston, TX 77028 (in Setagas area 713-674-3959)
BACK TO SCHOOL FUN DAY IN TEH PARK
Free Backpacks
Free Giveaways By: 93.7 The Beat
Food
Drink
Games
Entertainment
623 OSCEOLA ST. TALLAHASSEE, FL
CANDi REDD HOSTING TOP FLIGHT CLUB
FAMU & SFU HOME GAME WEEKEND
9003 WESTHIMER RD. HOUSTON, TX
#RnBDivasHouston Hosted By: Candi Redd
I Will Be Presenting The Lovely Talented Ladies Of Houston Who Are Representing With The Best In R&B. There Will Be Live Performances From Nyk Von Cole, Natalia Johnson, Ashten & Sydnee Jane
3101 SAN JACINTO | HOUSTON, TX
CANDI REDD hosting + Teyanna Taylor album release party + Birthday Bash
6000 BUSH AVE. DALLAS, TX 75805
OG RON C'S R.E.A.L. MUSIC CONFERENCE
200+ CONFIRMED DJ'S
FREE ADMISSION WITH 3 TOYS OR 1 BIKE
CANDI REDD and many more....
2706 WHITE OAK DR. HOUSTON, TX
THE SPAGHETTI JUNCTION TOUR
HOSTED BY: CANDI REDD
SPECIAL GUEST PERFORMERS: DELO, DOUGH BEEZY, KILLA KYLEON, RETROKASH
LRG GIVE AWAYS FROM: DATURNUP.COM
SOUNDS BY: DJ MIKE MARS
$12 PRE-SALE TICKETS | $15 AT THE DOOR
1204 High Star Rd. Houston, TX 77082
Alief Alumni Candi Redd Live
Elsik vs Hastings Halftime Show
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719 CONGRESS AVE. AUSTIN, TX
CANDI REDD LIVE
#SafeSexReeferTour
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1104 E. 11TH ST. AUSTIN, TX 78702
CANDI REDD LIVE
#SafeSexReeferTour
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2815 South Fort Hood St. Killeen, TX 76542
Dj Straight Blaze In The Mix
#SafeSexReeferTour
#CandiRedd
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#SXSW
4TH ANNUAL SxSIZZURP
2410 E. RIVERSIDE DR.
SUIT E. 100
AUSTIN, TX 78741
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7408 CAMERON ROAD #3 AUSTIN, TX 78752
BLUE PRINT TO THE MUSIC BUSINESS DAY TIME PARTY / SHOW
SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKERS SxSW MUSIC PANANEL:
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• STEVE SAVAGE (88.7FM - AUSTIN)
• KIOTTI (97.9 THE BOX - HOUSTON)
• CANDI REDD (BILLBOARD CHARTS SONGWRITER / RECORDING ARTIST)
• DWAYNE BLAQ (106.9 THE BLAZE - TYLER)
• KENDRICK STANLEY (MAGIC VIDEO SHOW)
• CHRIS COLE (K104 - DALLAS)
• DJ BATMAN (94.5 THE BEAT - WACO)
• LIL TROY (SHORT STOP RECORDS)
• STANLEY COBBLE (TX #1 PROMOTER)
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ARTIST WHO WANT TO PERFORM
REGISTER TODAY AT
http://BluePrint2MusicBiz.Eventbrite.com
304 ORLEANS ST. BEAUMONT, TX 77701
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Candi Redd Live In Beaumont, TX
"Fxck VIP" Party | Everybody on the Flo
Gorilla Djs + 409 Djs Indmix
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3063 MANSFIELD DR. FORTWORTH, TX
CANDI REDD & THE STONERS LIVE IN CONCERT
#SAFESEXREEFERTOUR
ARIES TURN UP BASH!
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1422 LEDWICKIE | HOUSTON, TX 77029
CANDI REDD HOSTS
#EDGYSHOTTAS
MIXTAPE RELEASE PARTY
{ NOT PERFORMING / APPERANCE ONLY }
3926 S. FM 225 NACOGDOCHES, TX 75964
Theo Gervais & Candi Redd Perform Hood Girl Live for the first time in Houston, TX
Special Guests: Candi Redd, Paul Wall and Lil Keke host Cage Friday, December 11, 2015
CANDI REDD presents
GET IT GURLZ
MODELS & SLABS CAR WASH
SUNDAY, MARCH 13, 2016
@ TIDAL WAVE CAR WASH
8010 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BLVD.
1:00PM - 5:30PM
SXSW - BLUE PRINT 2 MUSIC BIZ
MUSIC CONFERENCE / CONCERT
HOSTED BY: KIOTTI OF 97.9 THE BOX & CANDI REDD
SATURDAY, MARCH 19, 2016
1:00PM - 8:00PM
@MIDTOWN LIVE
7408 Cameron Rd #3, Austin, TX 78752
ARTIST CHECK-IN: 1:00PM
REGISTER TO PERFORM: DATURNUP.COM/SXSW
2500 SOUTH SHORE BOULEVARD
LEAUGE CITY, TX 77573
INFORMATION:
CELEBRITY RESORT POOL PARTY & $500 BIKINI CONTEST
HOSTED BY: CANDI REDD, DJ CHOSE, BEAT KING, JUST BRITTANY, HEFE WINE, BOBBY HUSTLE, GO DJ HI-C, YOUNG SAMM, GET IT GURLZ and more...