John Forté
John Forté | |
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Forté at the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival | |
| Background information | |
| Born | January 30, 1975 Brooklyn, New York City, U.S. |
| Genres | Hip hop |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper, record producer |
| Years active | 1989–2001, 2008–present |
| Labels | EMI Records Columbia Records |
John Forté (born January 30, 1975) is an American recording artist and producer. He is primarily known for being a member of the musical duo Refugee Camp All-Stars, and his production work on the Fugees album The Score. He has released four albums. In 2000, Forté was arrested and charged with possession with intent to distribute cocaine and conspiracy to distribute; he was convicted and sentenced to the mandatory minimum 14 years after being found guilty. In 2008, Forté's prison sentence was commuted by President George W. Bush.