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Arrested Development is an Atlanta hip-hop group founded in 1988 by rapper and producer Speech and DJ Headliner, known for Afrocentric, socially conscious lyrics and a warm, live-band feel. Their 1992 debut, 3 Years, 5 Months and 2 Days in the Life Of…, produced "Tennessee," "People Everyday" and "Mr. Wendal," and it earned the group the Grammy for Best New Artist in 1993, along with a second Grammy for "Tennessee," for two wins and five nominations in all. Albums since then include Zingalamaduni, Among the Trees, Strong, This Was Never Home, Craft & Optics, Bullets in the Chamber and Adult Contemporary Hip Hop in 2025. Speech remains the group's charismatic leader and spokesperson, and he shares his message of unity and community on stage.
- Genres: hip-hop
- Active since 1988
- Formed in Atlanta
- Honors: Grammy
- Members have included: Speech
- Labels: Avex Group, Chrysalis Records
- Category: Musician
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How much does Arrested Development cost?
The estimated booking fee for Arrested Development is $25K–$50K. The final figure depends on the date, location, event type and what's required, and travel, production and hospitality are usually extra.
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Milestones
- "Tennessee" (peaked #6 on Billboard Hot 100)
- "Mr. Wendal" (peaked #6 on Billboard Hot 100)
- "People Everyday" (peaked #8 on Billboard Hot 100)
- Released the album 3 Years, 5 Months and 2 Days in the Life Of…
- Won the Grammy for Best Rap Performance By A Duo Or Group ("Tennessee")
- Received the Grammy Award for Best New Artist
- Released the album Zingalamaduni
- Released the album The Heroes of the Harvest
- Released the album Extended Revolution
- Released the album Among the Trees
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What is the typical fee range for Arrested Development?
Our estimate puts Arrested Development in the $25K–$50K range (estimate).
Who is similar to Arrested Development but less expensive?
Comparable active acts in a lower estimated range include Tone Lōc, Dan the Automator, Grand Puba.
Who is similar to Arrested Development but in a higher fee range?
If the budget allows, similar active acts in a higher estimated range include MC Lyte, Doug E. Fresh, Living Legends.
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What is Arrested Development's booking fee?
The estimated booking fee for Arrested Development is $25K–$50K (estimate).
How much does it cost to book Arrested Development?
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