Levell Crump (born 1973) is an American rapper, occasional actor, record producer, record label executive, and philanthropist. Better known by his stage name "David Banner", he takes his name from the lead character of the 1970s and 80s CBS television series The Incredible Hulk. VH1.com : David Banner - Rhapsody Music Downloads The Clarion-Ledger: Mississippi's News Source

David Banner (born Levell Crump in Jackson, Mississippi) is an African American rapper, hip hop music record producer, record label executive, and philanthropist. Prior to having a solo career, Banner was part of the rap duo Crooked Lettaz which released an album called Grey Skies in 1999. Banner then released his first solo album called Them Firewater Boyz, Vol. 1 in 2000. The album managed to sell over 10,000 copies in his hometown alone despite having little record label backing. David Banner