By Max Kyburz

At CAN’s annual semi-formal shindig SnoBall, held this past Friday, it was announced that electro duo LMFAO and hip hop artist J. Cole will be headlining CCSU’s upcoming Spring Weekend.

In case the name sounds unfamiliar, LMFAO has already feathered a nest for themselves in popular culture. Their debut single, “I’m in Miami Bitch” (or “Trick,” for you clean lyrics pundits), peaked in the Billboard U.S. Hot 100 chart at #51 in July 2009. It became the theme song for Kourtney and Khloe Take Miami. They enjoyed mainstream popularity again when their track “Get Crazy” became the theme song for MTV reality show Jersey Shore. Their debut album, Party Rock, was nominated at the 52nd Grammy Awards for Best Electronic/Dance Album. Through performances as loud as their pastel jeans, LMFAO has gained a reputation for high energy performances, and are sure to win over Spring Weekend attendees.

J. Cole is an American rapper currently on Jay-Z’s label Roc Nation. Originally from North Carolina, Cole began composing songs at the age of 12 and was posting his own songs on the Internet by 17. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from St. John’s University before embarking on his developing career, starting with his first mixtape, titled The Come Up.

In 2010, he was chosen as one of Beyond Race magazine’s “50 Giant Breakout Artists,” as well as one of XXL’s “Top Ten Freshmen.” The year saw Cole’s first single, “Who Dat,” which will be featured on his upcoming debut album. The album is set to feature Pharrell and Kanye West. His most recent mixtape, Friday Night Lights, features guests from Wale, Omen and Drake. As J. Cole continues to create buzz, his visit to CCSU will be a genuine treat.

CCSU’s Spring Weekend has hosted a score of famous recording artists, including Busta Rhymes, New Found Glory, Reel Big Fish, Big D and the Kid’s Table, Streetlight Manifesto and Wale.