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Best known for the multi-platinum 1988 hip-hop classic "It Takes Two," Rob Base and partner DJ E-Z Rock rode the hit into dance clubs and, eventually, the Top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100, providing a touchstone for the style known as hip-house. After Base leapt several hurdles -- including vicious rumors about his personal life, and a copyright infringement lawsuit filed by Maze's Frankie Beverly regarding the duo's third single, "Joy and Pain" -- he responded in 1989 with a solo album, The Incredible Base. None of the singles on that album had the force of "It Takes Two," however, and the duo's career subsequently went through more downs than ups.

Born Robert Ginyard in Harlem, Rob Base began performing with a group called the Sureshot Seven while in fifth grade. By the time of high school graduation, the only members left were him and DJ E-Z Rock (b. Rodney Bryce, Harlem), so the duo began recording on their own. Their first track, "DJ Interview" -- credited to only Rob Base as the artist, with co-production credits for E-Z Rock and Chill Will -- appeared on World to World's Fast Money compilation in 1986. Debut single "Make It Hot" was released on the same label in 1987, after which the duo signed with the larger Profile. The first Profile release, the title-track single from their debut album, It Takes Two, became a street sensation upon its release in mid-1988. Though the single barely reached the R&B Top 20 and the Hot 100 Top 40, massive club airplay enhanced its impact considerably. Both the single and album eventually went platinum, and Rob Base and DJ E-Z Rock were awarded Single of the Year by Spin. The second single, "Get on the Dance Floor," continued the duo's dance appeal, though his excellent rapping helped him retain his street credentials. 

By the end of 1989, however, Rob Base was on his own. His only explanation for the disappearance of DJ E-Z Rock was "personal problems." The release of The Incredible Base in 1989 was a bit of a comedown; despite several interesting tracks, including a reworking of Edwin Starr's "War," neither the album nor any singles connected with listeners. Base and E-Z Rock reunited for the 1994 album Break of Dawn, which didn't make much of an impact. Base continued to perform through the 2010s but didn't record another album, while E-Z Rock remained active as a DJ. E-Z Rock died of a diabetic seizure in 2014 and was honored later that year at the Hip Hop Hall of Fame ceremony. ~ John Bush

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Hi. We are Jay Siegan Presents. We are the talent liaisons that curate, ideate, and connect you to the right artists to transform special events into experiences of a lifetime. Our roots are those of musicologists and culture hawks, deeply embedded in the living performing arts. This is the foundation of our work, the soul of our business, and what we've been doing for over 25 years. We have the capacity and capability to bring any artist from anywhere in the world to your event. 

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Who is Jay Siegan Presents?

We are the talent liaisons that curate, ideate, and connect you to the right artists to transform special events into experiences of a lifetime. Our roots are those of musicologists and culture hawks, deeply embedded in the living performing arts. This is the foundation of our work, the soul of our business, and what we've been doing for over 25 years. We have the capacity and capability to bring any artist from anywhere in the world to your event. 

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The most common types of events that Rob Base can be booked for include corporate events and private parties such as weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, fundraisers, and galas. Whether the event is for 10 exclusive guests on a private island, a luxury wedding in the Hamptons, or a sales conference for a Fortune 500 company in Las Vegas, there is no event too big or too small that we can't help secure famous talent for.

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Rob Base can perform at private events, including intimate performances and exclusive concerts. The availability of Rob Base and several other factors will determine feasibility. The JSP team will work closely with you on finding an iconic performer for your private event.

What does it take to secure Rob Base for a luxury private party or wedding?
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A lot goes into securing top talent like Rob Base to perform at a private party or wedding but the JSP team is well-equipped and connected to provide you with the best available performers for your event. Reach out to our team with your event details and dream artists, and together we can make it a reality!

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Rob Base may be open to performing or appearing virtually. Each event is unique and we are experts in navigating nuances to ensure the artist or talent secured best matches the event type, in-person or virtual. We have booked world-class performers like the Goo Goo Dolls, top magicians like Justin William along with pop stars Train for virtual events.

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We work closely with talent’s teams to determine if Rob Base is available for an event. Things like tour dates or time off can impact Rob Base's availability for your event. Connect with our team to find out if your dream performer is available for your private or corporate event.

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Talent like Rob Base can be open to travel to perform at events worldwide. We specialize in coordinating and securing talent for events both in the United States and abroad. While not every occasion calls for it, for those that do, we offer on-site talent and crew management so that clients can focus on wowing their guests, while having a great time themselves.

How can I go about booking Rob Base for a private or corporate event?
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Reach out to us to tell us about your event. We can work together to determine availability, budget, and other details to secure top talent like Rob Base, for your event. Our talented team has extensive experience curating talent, customizing all-star line-ups, negotiating contracts, and coordinating events.

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What types of events can I book Rob Base for?
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The most common types of events that Rob Base can be booked for include corporate events and private parties such as weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, fundraisers, and galas. Whether the event is for 10 exclusive guests on a private island, a luxury wedding in the Hamptons, or a sales conference for a Fortune 500 company in Las Vegas, there is no event too big or too small that we can't help secure famous talent for.

Will Rob Base do a private concert or performance?
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Rob Base can perform at private events, including intimate performances and exclusive concerts. The availability of Rob Base and several other factors will determine feasibility. The JSP team will work closely with you on finding an iconic performer for your private event.

What does it take to secure Rob Base for a luxury private party or wedding?
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A lot goes into securing top talent like Rob Base to perform at a private party or wedding but the JSP team is well-equipped and connected to provide you with the best available performers for your event. Reach out to our team with your event details and dream artists, and together we can make it a reality!

Does Rob Base perform for virtual events?
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Rob Base may be open to performing or appearing virtually. Each event is unique and we are experts in navigating nuances to ensure the artist or talent secured best matches the event type, in-person or virtual. We have booked world-class performers like the Goo Goo Dolls, top magicians like Justin William along with pop stars Train for virtual events.

How can I find out Rob Base's availability to perform at an upcoming event?
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We work closely with talent’s teams to determine if Rob Base is available for an event. Things like tour dates or time off can impact Rob Base's availability for your event. Connect with our team to find out if your dream performer is available for your private or corporate event.

Will artists and talent like Rob Base travel to perform at events?
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Talent like Rob Base can be open to travel to perform at events worldwide. We specialize in coordinating and securing talent for events both in the United States and abroad. While not every occasion calls for it, for those that do, we offer on-site talent and crew management so that clients can focus on wowing their guests, while having a great time themselves.

How can I go about booking Rob Base for a private or corporate event?
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Reach out to us to tell us about your event. We can work together to determine availability, budget, and other details to secure top talent like Rob Base, for your event. Our talented team has extensive experience curating talent, customizing all-star line-ups, negotiating contracts, and coordinating events.

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The most common types of events that Rob Base can be booked for include corporate events, fundraisers, and galas. Whether the event is a fire-side chat or larger sales kick-off, we can help secure high-impact speakers and celebrities for you.

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Talent like Rob Base can sometimes be open to speaking at private events. The availability of Rob Base and several other factors will determine feasibility. We will work closely with you on finding an iconic speaker for your private event.

Does Rob Base speak at virtual events?
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Talent like Rob Base may be open to speaking or appearing virtually. Each event is unique and we are experts in navigating nuances to ensure the speaker best matches the event type.

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We work closely with the respective speaker’s team to determine if Rob Base is available and interested in your event. Connect with our team to find out if your dream speaker or celebrity is available for a private event.

How can I go about booking Rob Base for a private or corporate event?
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Reach out to us to tell us about your event. We can work together to determine availability, budget, and other details to secure top talent like Rob Base, for your event. Our talented team has extensive experience curating talent, customizing all-star line-ups, negotiating contracts, and coordinating events.

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