"....We learned how to speak through the art of singing"

Have you ever been invited to a world of wholesomeness -

a world where temptation is so great, but cannot enter

because you fear the unknown? Once you are mesmerized

by the soulful sounds of 112, there is definitely no need to

fear the sweetness of music.

The natural blends of Bad Boy Entertainment's male quartet

are comprised of Marvin, Daron, Q, and Mike. Born and

raised in Atlanta, Georgia, the group met while attending

high school. Church and school talent shows "gave us the

opportunity to showcase our gift". It was at one of their

many talent shows that they sparked the attention of their

present managers, Courtney Sills and Kevin Wales who

then introduced the group to Sean "Puffy" Combs.

112 has transformed their harmonious gift into an art-form;

through this art-form one is compelled to sense their

compassion for music and tasteful lyrics. "We have a very

spiritual foundation, the church is a significant part of our

lives", says Mike. The inspiring melodies enables one to feel

as if they have truly felt the gospel. Gospel icons such as

Commissioned and John P. Kee, as well as BabyFace,

Stevie Wonder and Brian McKnight have all musically

influenced 112.

The self-titled debut album is dominated by romantic

ballads seeking the opportunity to conquer love. ÒWe

were able to collaborate our concepts with some of the

most artistic peopleÓ, says Daron. Al B. Sure and Kyle

West combined their skills in order to perfect the song

"This Is Your Day" and reveal through its words the

heartfelt warmth and dedication toward a loved one - "If

you want the sun, I'll shine it your way.......OH girl, this is

your day." Songs such as "Pleasure and Pain" , and "Lose

Your Love", produced by Stevie J, truly challenges the

juxtaposition of love and it's overwhelming power to

conquer.

As Executive Producer of the album, Bad Boy

Entertainment's, Sean "Puffy" Combs has also made his

musical contribution to the 112 era. " Only You ", written

by 112 and produced by Puffy and Stevie J is an up-tempo

song with an R&B edge. Also included on this project are

the love ballads, "Now That We're Done" and "Can I

Touch You" co-written with Wanya Morris of Boyz II

Men.

In a market saturated with male vocalists, each member of

112 rises to the forefront with a natural vocal and

intrumental gift. Daron plays keyboard and programs the

music; Q is an avid drummer and keyboard player; Marvin

strings the cello, violin, bass and viola and Mike plays the

keyboard. Each member demonstrates their vocal ability by

singing lead interchangeably. Although each member

possesses a different characteristic the bond is evident. "No

matter how things add up 1 & 1 and 2 equals four" says Q.

The vision of unity is conveyed through their invigorating

riffs and tenor octave ranges. The music of 112 has a

hypnotic effect - it has a unique rhythm which transfixes one

to another realm. Their soothing tenor sounds. transport

you to times past, however..... "THE TIME IS NOW 112"