Considered one of big forces in the Houston hip-hop scene, rapper Bun B (born Bernard Freeman) rose to fame alongside rapper Pimp C in the late '80s as part of the duo UGK. Since then, UGK released five full-length albums, as well as Bun B's first solo album, Trill, during Pimp C's time in prison in the 2003.

In 2007, the duo got back together with the double album Underground Kingz. The critic acclaimed album earned the duo a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group. The good news came too late for Pimp C. A few days before the announcement, the rapper was found dead in his West Hollywood hotel, in California.

In early February 2008, Bun B returned to the stage in Houston, Texas, in a tribute to his performing partner, Pimp C. Joined by Pimp C's mother and friends, the rapper kicked off the promotional tour for his forthcoming solo album, IITrill.

Bun B's newest single, That's Gangsta, featuring Sean Kingston, is now available in Zune Marketplace. Download now.

Album sampler of snippets from Bun B's upcoming album II Trill. Download podcast.

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Bun B on stage in Wichita, KS. View more photos.

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