Jagged Edge, a rough but smooth male vocal quartet, originated in Atlanta, Georgia. The group is comprised of identical twin brothers, Brandon “Case Dinero” Casey and Brian “Brasco” Casey, who relocated from Hartford, Connecticut. Kyle Norman, known as “Quick”, was introduced to the brothers through church activities. Richard Wingo, also known as “Wingo Dollar”, joined the group later, recommended by Xscape’s Kandi Burruss. The group’s demo was presented to super-producer Jermaine Dupri, leading to their signing with Dupri’s Columbia-distributed So So Def label in 1997. Their debut single, “The Way That You Talk,” featuring Jermaine Dupri and Da Brat, achieved success on the R&B and pop charts.
In early 1998, Jagged Edge released their first album, A Jagged Era, which went gold and produced the hit “Gotta Be.” Subsequent singles like “He Can’t Love U” and albums like J.E. Heartbreak solidified their position in the music industry. Their third album, Jagged Little Thrill, released in 2001, featured the popular single “Where the Party At” with Nelly. Over the years, the group continued to release successful albums, including Hard in 2003 and Jagged Edge in 2006. Despite label changes, such as moving to Island for The Baby Makin’ Project in 2007, their talent shone through, with hits like “Let’s Get Married” and “Promise” topping the charts.
2007 marked a shift to Island Records, followed by a stint at Slip N Slide. Noteworthy collaborations with Jermaine Dupri and So So Def resulted in albums like J.E. Heartbreak II. The group’s musical journey includes milestones like a Greatest Hits collection in 2016 and the release of their ninth album, Layover, in 2017. Known for their harmonious vocals and contemporary sound infused with trap elements, Jagged Edge continues to captivate audiences with their distinctive style and enduring musicality.