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Zan Harrold is an American actress, dancer, singer, rapper, songwriter, and model. Born on Sept. 1, 1986, in Houston, Texas, her love for music stemmed from the church choir, where she was singing at three years old. Her creativity emerged during junior high, through writing and singing. 
While in the high school marching band, Zan caught the attention of local rappers The Geto Boys, and became a dancer. In 1991 she went on the Public Enemy tour, making connections within the music industry, meeting Courtney Branch, Guy Gillet, who directed Kool G. Rap’s “On The Run” video, where her acting debut was made, Wu-Tang Clan producer Tru Master and others. She moved out to Los Angeles, meeting celebrities like Rudy Pardee of L.A. Dream Team and Snoop Dogg. 
In 1992 Zan relocated to New York and met the group Technotronix, whose hit “Pump Up The Jam” sold ten million copies globally, and became close with Ya Kid K, by being her Background Lead Vocalist, Choreographer & Dancer. She collaborated with producer Shabazz, yet scheduling was an issue since he was touring with 2Pac. She was on the MTV dance show “The Grind” as a dancer/choreographer, and got her modeling break in GQ Magazine. 
In 1993 she appeared in the Buju Banton video for the single “Make My Day”, as well as several other videos for Ya Kid K. 
Zan opened a non-profit youth camp in 1995, the Mi-Ty-Rion Children’s Network, garnering support from singers Patti Austin and Anita Baker, casting pupils onscreen. Bebe Winans followed with a video directed by Denzel Washington. She also churned out young starlets, such as rapper Lil’ Mama; Its Ya Girl Nicolette, the first female signed with LL Cool J’s production company; and Teyana Taylor, signed to Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music. 
Another producer Zan worked with was Edwin Birdsong, Stevie Wonder’s brother. Having never met Stevie, Zan was allowed to reside in his New York brownstone and work on her music. 
Zan opened a Mi-Ty-Rion branch in Houston, which got her an interview on Fox News, and was featured in the New York Times. She formed the rock band Xan, whose debut single “Not Going Under” was No. 1 on college radio. She also dropped a rap single, “Hustla”, which debuted on 97.9 The Box in Houston, Texas and caught the ear of Producer, CEO of Shortstop Records & Platinum Recording Artist "Wanna Be A Baller" Lil Troy. Lil Troy was promoting his son T2, who was also involved in Zan’s youth program. 
Zan then began nurturing her daughter, Kenya, on the music scene. Having donned the stage moniker K-Rockin’, she has appeared on American Idol, appearances with Chris Brown, Waka Floka, Terrance J., and more, as well as Disney Radio. Kenya also took on the role of Spokesperson & Child Representative for the Mi-Ty-Rion Children’s Network. 
In 2010 Zan filmed a music documentary covering her hometown, interviewing rapper Scarface, Mike Dean, a Grammy Award-winning producer for his work on the Jay-Z /Kanye West album “The Throne”. She showcased her own talents on B.E.T., appearing on the show “Sunday Best” & "Mind, Body & Soul - Featuring T.D. Jakes, oversaw K-Rockin’s Performances and Appearances at the 2012 BET Hip-Hop Awards Pre & Post Show Events which include: The Chris Brown Celebrity All-Star Basketball Game which Featured Kenya Mims (K-rockin) for the Halftime Entertainment with Chris Brown, and Featured at many Young Money (YMCMB) Events with Lil' Waynes Artist Lil' Chuckee. K-rockin also made Appearances with Jim Jones in the Microsoft Store (Atlanta, Ga.), Appearances with Waka Floka, Terrence J. (BET 106 & Park & E-News), Roscoe Dash, Nelly, and is currently working with Mike Dean and David Wauhler along with her Mother Zandria Harrold.

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