UB Spotlight: Sisqó Talks ‘American Song Contest’ + New Solo Album

Last night on NBC‘s “America’s Song Contest,” the qualifier round concluded, hosted by Snoop Dogg and Kelly Clarkson. With original music to compete to win the country‘s vote for best hit song.

The Semi-Finals will take place Monday, April 25th & May 2nd.

Sisqó represented Baltimore, Maryland proud and brought the energy like only Sisqó could. Being praised by Snoop and Kelly, the performance placed him at #2 for the night.

Sisqó is the longtime front-man of the multi-platinum group Dru Hill and a Grammy Award-nominated solo artist, is a 25-year music veteran whose hits include “Tell Me,” “Incomplete,” “In My Bed,” “5 Steps,” “How Deep Is Your Love,” “We’re Not Making Love No More” and the smash single “The Thong Song.”

In 2000, he won six Billboard Music Awards, including Male Artist of the Year. He was born Mark Althavean Andrews in Baltimore, a city synonymous with drugs and extreme violence, and it served as the rearing site for an artist who has exceeded expectations throughout his life.

At a time when charismatic singers who can really sing and dance is a rarity, Sisqó shines as the consummate showman fearless in his pursuit to push the limits of creativity.

Fans at home can vote for their favorite performances on nbc.com/ascvote, the NBC App and on TikTok. Voting will close Wednesday morning.

Aries from UB spoke with Sisqó after his performance of “It’s Up,” he shared with us, what direction musically his new solo album will be and also showed his residency Minnesota love!

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