Christopher A. Hinson (Founder/CEO of CO1 Entertainment L.L.C.) is definitely one of the few Hip-Hop artist that has possesed the drive and determination to see his dream become a reality. He has taken his grind into his own hands from day one, and has established his very own label "CO1 Entertainment L.L.C."
The young CEO/Recording Artist has managed to retain the rights to his masters, while also establishing "MAJOR" Production, Mixing, Mastering, Soundscan, BDS, Barcodes, Copyrights, Online Distribution (Worldwide), Ringtones and Downloads w/ Major Corporations such as "Apple iTunes" & "Sno-Cap." He was inspired to accomplish these feats after taking the route that a lot of aspiring artist journey down, which is try to secure a recording deal with a major label.

"Chosen One" is one of the most talented and versatile hip-hop artists around, the hit Songwriter/Recording Artist was able to catch the attention of one of hip-hop's elite "Jermaine Dupri." So So Def, Jermaine Dupri's label which was also affiliate with Virgin Records sought after the talented Hip-Hop artist "Chosen One." In fact, when being reviewed by So So Def's Board of Directors, "Chosen One" was compared to Hip-Hop Superstar "Jay-Z" for his ability to paint a perfect picture with words.

But after being offered a deal that wasn't in his best interest at the time, Chosen One decided to start his own movement. He started with the release of his Mixtape in 2005 "And It Begins", which featured another one of the Carolina's top MC's "Brandon D."

This was the first project that demanded the streetz attention, and made Chosen One's name known throughout North Carolina. After finishing with a Marketing Degree from the University of North Carolina @ Greensboro, Chosen One decided it was time to start his own entertainment label "CO1 Entertainment L.L.C." He felt that he had the know how and drive to guide himself and his label to the national spotlight. Chosen One will be releasing his debut album under his label MARCH 13th.

The debut album is titled "I'm Here Now" due to the highly anticipated release. Chosen One is very confident in his debut release and the type of moves it will allow his entertainment company (CO1 Entertainment L.L.C.) to make. Chosen One has put things in place in order to make sure that this release doesn't go over-looked.

The album is full of hits, and is the type of album that you will listen to from beginning to end. "I'm Here Now" the album titled single was produced by Davour, who also produced Bad Boy Entertainment's (Sean "P.Diddy" Combs) own "MJG & 8Ball's" platinum singles "Straight Cadillac Pimpin" & "Shot Off feat. Ludacris". With tracks like "Get Money" and "I'm Here Now" you will be able to see the versatility of the Chosen One. Also, tracks like "Do U Like I Do" and "One Night feat. Quan McNair" is sure to win over the ladies.
Chosen One's songs paint a picture and allows his listeners to place themselves in his shoes. The tracks were inspired by the life he has lived and witnessed. Chosen One has dedicated his album to his late brother (Dexter O'Neal Pickett) and sister (Elizabeth Gabriel Hinson) R.I.P., for which he shares with his fans on the final album track titled "Unforgotten feat. Darius." Chosen One has put together an album that his fans are sure to love and listen too over and over.

The track titled "For You" is for his fans, to let them know that he appreciate them as much as they appreciate him and his music. Chosen One now has the hit singles "Get Money" & "Drinkin & Smokin" blazing the airwaves and clubs. His single "Drinkin & Smokin" is now the "OFFICIAL MYSPACE SONG" for "GREY GOOSE VODKA". Chosen One has also started making noise with his label CO1 Entertainment L.L.C. His single "Get Money" is the theme song for a Major Paint Ball Team, that will be featured on ESPN throughout the 2008 season.

Chosen One is also making a lot of noise on the MIAMI scene with help from SONY DREAMWORKS Director "Will"....Big shouts to Will, appreciate the luv!!! Chosen One is putting his street team together, so when you see "CO1 Entertainment Street Team" make sure you show some luv and cop Chosen One's Debut Album "I'm Here Now".

Chosen One's album is "Available For Download" @ "APPLE iTUNES" and "SNOCAP"....The DEBUT ALBUM "I'm Here Now" is also "Available Online" @ www.cdbaby.com....North Carolina Stand Up.....WE HERE NOW!!! Stay tuned for more to come...."I thought I told you that we don't stop!!! Read more on Last.fm. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.