Adam Grandmaison, also known online as “Adam22,” is an American businessman, podcaster, and social media influencer. He is best known for being a BMX rider and the founder of the website “The Come Up” for BMX. The website is currently among the top BMX websites on the planet. Later, he launched the podcast “No Jumper,” where he conducts conversations with figures from the entertainment sector. He expanded his business interests by establishing the “ONSOMESHIT” BMX clothing line. Additionally, Adam has been charged with being a serial rapist. However, Adam has made a number of declarations in support of himself. Additionally, he engaged in credit card fraud while a college student.
Beginnings of “The Come Up” and “ONSOMESHIT”
Adam developed a love for “BMX” as a child. He spent a very long time riding a “BMX” bike. He recognized the need for a solid “BMX” website that would be educational and entertaining at the same time because he is a fan of the sport. At that time, the majority of the “BMX” websites, including “Ride,” “Fat,” “Woozy,” and “Defgrip,” were either out of date or did not update frequently. Adam used to play a lot of online poker back then. He was passionate about writing as well. He frequently published video game reviews and other related blogs during his early years. He was a die-hard follower of the hip-hop website “Nah Right.” Adam soon had the idea to combine all of his loves and introduce something new to the BMX scene.
Adam launched the ‘BMX’ website ‘The Come Up’ on March 22, 2006. Everything a “BMX” rider could possibly need was on the website. Thus, the website became very popular. The Come Up is currently thought of as one of the most well-known ‘BMX’ websites. He acquired the internet alias “Adam22” after launching the website. Adam no longer plays poker and now spends all of his time working on the website. Adam has a lot to give rap fans in addition to sharing “BMX” news and updates. On “The Come Up’s” YouTube channel, he uploads rap music and music videos. Within a week of being uploaded, the music video for the single “Hard,” which features BlocBoy JB and Tay-K, had over three million views.
A few years after the website went up, Adam opened an exclusive “BMX” apparel line in Los Angeles called “ONSOMESHIT,” also known as “OSS.” The apparel line sells funny, enjoyable, and sporty “BMX” merchandise.
The Beginning of “No Jumper”
After writing blogs for a while, Adam suddenly had the bright idea to grow his website. He felt there was a lot of promise for podcasting, particularly in the sphere of rap, at the same time. Other podcasting websites at the time were hostile to rap. Adam created the podcast “No Jumper” in collaboration with “Atlantic Records” in an effort to bring light to the lives of trashing rappers of the time. He made the announcement on Twitter.
The well-known underground rapper Xavier Wulf was the subject of Adam’s very first podcast interview. Adam felt at ease working with the rapper because they were friends. Xavier also pushed “ONSOMESHIT.”
Many rappers contacted Adam after the first interview was uploaded. The podcast gained popularity after featuring musicians like Tyler Grosso, Antwuan Dixon, “$uicideboy$,” and “ASAP Mob.” On the “YouTube” channel “No Jumper,” Adam himself hosts each and every podcast. Over a million people are now subscribers to the service. Typically, the podcasts are recorded in the backyard of his “BMX” shop. After appearing on the program, many rappers experienced tremendous success.
Interviewing American rappers Gucci Mane and Chief Keef is Adam’s ultimate goal. He’s mad about Gucci. His podcast’s title was influenced by one of Gucci’s popular songs.
Illegal Businesses of Adam Grandmaison
Adam has experienced a significant amount of fame as well. Adam engaged in credit card fraud while still in college. Adam was concerned when several of his collaborators were detained a few years later. He stopped using criminal means to make money and started playing poker.
Allegations of sexual assault
Adam was charged with rape and assault in March 2018. The charges originated from Conor Tripler’s “Twitter” account. The man had posted several screenshots of conversations between himself and the accusations. Additionally, he sent a link to a site where a woman had previously written that Adam was a serial rapist. According to the unnamed woman, Adam frequently threatened his victims if they dared to speak out against him. Later, it came to light that Adam’s ex-girlfriend was one of the accusers.
Adam made a number of justifications for his actions. To investigate into the situation, he and “Atlantis Records” recruited a private investigator. Adam dismissed the idea that a woman he had dated in the past had unexpectedly reappeared and accused him of rape.
Individual Life of Adam Grandmaison
Adam was born in Nashua, New Hampshire, on November 24, 1983. He was raised alongside his sister. Their mother held a librarian position. His school was “Nashua High School South.” The following year, Adam spent a year studying at a community college in Massachusetts. The University of Massachusetts Lowell was his next stop. He left school before receiving his degree since his grades had been steadily declining. To his mother’s dismay, Adam then made the decision to move to New York. He is currently residing in Los Angeles, California.
Adam’s father was taken into custody for a white-collar crime while Adam was a sixth-grader. When Adam’s father was freed, he was 16 years old.
Adam first encountered the “BMX” culture while he was still in school. Then, he became quite interested in video games. His top three video games were Tetris, Final Fantasy, and Mortal Combat.
Adam is presently dating Lena Nersesian, a.k.a. “The Plug,” a social media sensation. He first spoke with Lena when she messaged him about a job. After Lena’s channel attracted a million followers, Adam and Lena pledged to release their sex tape. They broke their pledge, nevertheless. Later, they were in a trio with tattoo artist and foreign model Taylor White.
Adam enjoys getting inked and has numerous tattoos on his body, some of them are on his face. His cat is named Tony.
Estimated net worth
The estimated net worth of Adam Grandmaison is about $1 million.