N-Dubz ‘scores massive two-album deal and is recording at Michael Jackson’s old studio’, after band’s big comeback tour
N-Dubz have reportedly landed a “massive two-album deal with EMI Records,” which is part of industry giant Universal Music.
The band is said to be secretly recording at Michael Jackson’s old studio after his big comeback tour came to an end in December.
said a source Sun: ‘The deal is huge for N-Dubz and his fans.’
New Music: N-Dubz have reportedly landed a “massive two-album deal with EMI Records,” which is part of industry giant Universal Music.
The source continued: “For years it seemed like they were never going to get together, but after the success of their tour they found themselves with multiple offers on the table.”
They are now signed to EMI for two new albums and are recording at Grouse Lodge Residential Recording Studios in Ireland, an hour from Dublin.
“In terms of when fans will be able to hear the songs, it’s all still up in the air, but hopefully, by the time their summer shows start, at least a couple of tracks will have been released.”
N-Dubz consists of Dappy, real name Costadinos Contostavlos, 35, – his cousin Tulisa and Fazer, real name Richard Rawson, 35.
Exciting: The band is said to be secretly recording in Michael Jackson’s old studio after his big comeback tour came to an end in December.
The N-Dubz tour which had mixed reviews from those who went to see them.
While his sold-out tour delighted his hardcore fans, the concerts were marred by stories of fights in the crowd and a cancellation due to Dappy losing his voice.
In early December, their final gig at London’s O2 was plagued with further problems, as a source told MailOnline the band was 40 minutes late for the stage.
Talent: N-Dubz consists of Dappy, real name Costadinos Contostavlos, 35, – his cousin Tulisa and Fazer, real name Richard Rawson, 35
They said, ‘They were supposed to start at 9pm, but they didn’t get there until 9:40pm. Everyone was restless and there were multiple fights in the crowd.
“We told the waiters that the police had been called, but there was also glass on the floor and a broken vodka bottle on the bathroom floor.” In fact, we left after a few songs because we didn’t feel safe.
A source later told MailOnline: ‘They were 20 minutes late. Regular stage time each time is 9pm, but they continued at 9:20pm
‘Also, glass is not allowed on the floor of the O2 arena. They are just plastic cups. There was no glass for sale in the place.
The band enjoyed over a decade of chart success before disbanding in 2011, after which Tulisa traded cargo pants and trainers for elegant evening gowns while serving as a judge on ITV’s The X Factor.
Both of his albums, Uncle B and Against All Odds, were certified platinum in the UK, while the number one single, a collaboration with Tinchy Stryder, reached number 1 on the UK singles chart.
They also won four MOBO Awards; Best Newcomer in 2007, Best Album and Best Act in 2009 and Best Song in 2010 for their single Playing with Fire, as well as the 2009 O2 Silver Clef Award.
The song was written by the band and produced by Rymez, who is best known for his work with the likes of Stefflon Don, D Block Europe, and Adekunle Gold.
Like old times: The group revealed that they have reunited 11 years after their disbandment (pictured in 2008)