Michael Bivins

Michael Lamont Bivins (born August 10, 1968) is an American singer, rapper, manager, actor, and producer, and a founding member of New Edition and Bell Biv DeVoe.
Biography.
Bivins was born in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
Career.
Michael Bivins is one of the founding members of New Edition. When the group broke up he formed Bell Biv DeVoe with Ricky Bell and Ronnie DeVoe. The group is credited with being one of the pioneers of the new jack swing sound. Their debut album, "Poison", peaked at number five on the Billboard 200 chart in 1990.
Music Manager.
He also discovers, manages, and produces for other acts, most notably Another Bad Creation, MC Brains, Boyz II Men, and 702, all of whom were signed to his Motown distributed label Biv 10 Records. He serves as the music entrepreneur and A&R man of both of his own acts. He also has the New Edition Movie that he produced.
Acting.
Bivins' credits include in the hit video game "". Most recently, he appeared in the basketball film "Crossover" as the character, Heart Attack. Bivins also managed Artist Development on the reality competition show "Making the Band 4" and is CEO and founder of Sporty Rich Enterprises record label.