Shelly B also known as Hollywood Shellz, S. Bullets, and Shelly Billionz has been credited as the foundation layer for female artist in the Carolinas. Praised for her artistry, dynamic showmanship, work ethic and leadership, the industry began to take notice to this young yet talented female rapper who was making noise in a state that often went unrecognized. Her accomplishments came with no specific aim to go out and grab a recording deal, but with a heart geared towards Hip Hop. Shelly B, the definition of an independent grinder has grown one of the biggest buzzes to touch the streets of Carolina.
Throughout her closely followed underground journey, she's had a habit of making history while gaining national exposure. In 2005, Shelly B was the first independent artist from N. Carolina to be featured in The Source's Unsigned Hype. She would then move on to become the first female artist to make it on Allhiphop.com's Breeding Ground section. Shortly after, Shelly B obtained 4 DOWN Magazine features, one of which was the cover that she shared with major recording artist OutKast, Lil Boosie, and Ludacris. Without industry politics involved, the editors researched who was diligently working their regions.
Truly amazed by the self promotion, resume of live performances, stage presence and of course that raw street lyrical style of music coming from this petite young lady, the writers dug deep to learn more. It was during this time that Shelly B graced the pages of the South's number one Hip Hop Magazine, Ozone Magazine. Following the release of this article, she would become VIBE Magazine's pick for Myspace's Hottest 51 Rappers.
These efforts of recognition finally began to pay off as Shelly B made history again. She became the first female to crowned champion of Radio One's K97.5 Freestyle Friday Battle Contest winning 7 weeks in a row against none other than Carolina's top male artist. The word was now out about this young, attractive, and truly talented artist. Everyone wanted her to be a part of their event, venue, or function. Shelly's enormous stage resume has allowed her to grace the stage opening for national acts such as DMX, LiL Wayne, Trina, Scarface, Petey Pablo, The Lox, Jay-Z, Remy Martin, Fabolous, Soulja Boy, G Unit, KRS-1 and more. The list is just a few of the biggest names in Hip-Hop that have had the pleasure of Shelly rocking their crowds at these concerts. Her performance buzz would eventually land her a spot on a 6-city tour with Rah Digga in 2005.
Not one to avoid the business of music Shelly B decided to create her own lane headling a hand full of her own shows that have brought an astounding amount of spectators out to support her efforts. Shelly B would then move on to event organizing establishing her promotional company Shelly B Promotions eventually paving the way for local TV ventures under the Shelly B brand. Her business savvy has created opportunities for other local/regional artist a platform to showcase their talents. In 2007, Shellz teamed up with Carolina street mix tape king DJ Barry Bee and created HollyHood Radio, an Internet based radio show that would also display a mixture of Carolina's finest.
Shelly B is continuously working to perfect a unique and polished style that will speak volumes for what Shelly B represents. From the club bangers, to reality songs, to street life influenced lyrics this is a woman destined for greatness. Still 100% independent as an artist, Shelly continues to write her own lyrics, distribute her own projects, entertain through an extremely dynamic showcase, strengthen other talents such as modeling, radio, event planning, acting, TV show hosting and still growing while preparing herself for the world of mainstream Hip-Hop. With that sexy but sophisticated image, unique voice, a real talent for lyricism and music everybody can relate to, Shelly B is guaranteed to make a major mark in the music industry.
