Underground hip-hop artist STACK13 Uses Music as an Outlet to Express Deep Emotions

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Honoring and remembering lost loved ones through her lyrics and hopes to guide others through their hardest moments in life. She is not afraid to tackle hard subjects such as death, depression, and PTSD in her lyrics. Her songs resonate with authenticity, revealing a sharp witty and low-key delivery reminiscent of artists like Chance the Rapper, Logic, and Immortal Technique. STACK13’s debut album “Deebo”, which was released in 2021, was named after her Aunt who passed away. Since then she has dropped several singles such as “My Letter”, “What’s beef” “Trip”, “Hotel Overlook” and “Lucidity”

What makes her even more unique is her diversity in the music she creates. Not only can she speak on some real hardships but she also has a heart to make children’s music. She has released singles such as “Boss Baby”, Covid Talk”, and “All the above”. Through these tracks, you get a glimpse of a completely different side of her that shows her love and admiration for her family. 

  Born and raised in California, STACK13’s unique perspective is informed by personal experiences as well as her Native American, Mexican, and Samoan heritage. She started writing music and poetry at 11 years old, later rapping over the radio with a tape recorder. Her musical interests span a wide spectrum, from 40s radio to 90s rap, with a penchant for emotionally-driven narratives about overcoming adversity. Heavily influenced by Tupac Shakur’s open discussion of his own struggles, STACK13 is inspired by those who endure hardship and end up stronger. “Music helps you process feelings and keep friends and family alive forever. Even if you think you’re alone, you never really are.”

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Meet DR Ayo Gathings relationship and Life coach to Love And Hiphop reality star Safaree Samuels

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Meet DR Ayo Gathings relationship and Life coach to Love And Hip Hop reality star Safaree Samuels. Here is what you need to know about DR Ayo and Jason Gathings. The Gathings aren’t your typical everyday family. They are true visionaries, who are authentic, possess fortitude, and strive to achieve greatness. Their clan includes Jason and Ayo, entrepreneurs, inspirational speakers and mental health professionals as well as their adorable sons Jason (4 ) Jameson (3) and a close knit, supportive extended family. Jason Gathings completed a post graduate program in Behavior Modification and worked as a behavioral analyst. He conducted comprehensive assessments where he observed events within individuals’ environments to bring about behavior change in hopes of impacting the quality of his clients’ lives. Jason also has numerous successful ventures in healthcare and real estate , with emphasis in marketing and management. Ayo Gathing, M.D. is not only a board-certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist, she is a health media expert and best selling author / relationship guru  with features in national media including CBS Good Day, HLN Weekend Express, and The Tom Joyner Morning Show. As a professor, and dynamic speaker she specializes in decreasing the stigma of mental illness and imparting her medical knowledge with strategies for maintaining wellness. Gathing’s journey into CBD started when Jason was living in constant pain due to old injuries he sustained during his collegiate football career. He did not want to take addictive pain medication but could not find a suitable alternative. CBD was recommended and he found instant relief and improvement in his overall well-being! At the same time Ayo was working with patients that repeatedly told her that they didn’t trust the medications she was prescribing enough to take them. This serious distrust in “traditional” treatments left many, often in minority communities, in distress. They either had to suffer or live in fear. So, they decided to do something to address these gaps with a mission to provide awareness of natural ways to attain wellness. They created high-quality hemp-based products that work and educate the masses to understand that CBD is an alternative that can be trusted. Soon after producing and selling with huge success, The Gathings realized there was more to be done. Small businesses, budding entrepreneurs, and minority communities were lacking in the fundamental knowledge of how to get into the CBD business.  So, they decided to blow the lid off of the industry and help more people gain access into the often-elusive hemp world. The Gathings are a movement in business and health with a mission of meeting the needs of their customers, other entrepreneurs and the culture. They feel their success lies with staying true to their mental health roots in guiding their endeavors as well as prioritizing God and family above all else.

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DOMINION HILL RECORDS SIGNS DEAL WITH ROC NATION OWNED EQUITY DISTRIBUTION

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“Dominion Hill Records is a mentality,” says label founder and CEO Rhasun. Dominion Hill will be the new industry standard and a new way of thinking when it comes to label operations and the creative aspect of releasing master recordings in the digital era. Dominion Hill Records navigates recordings through the distribution platforms with major label support while artists retain the rights to their masters and publishing.

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Equity Distribution is owned by Roc Nation. It’s a global music distribution platform. The platform boasts partnerships with 125 digital service platforms in different territories across the world. Equity distribution has been a home to various artists. Rapper CJ of “Whoopty” fame began his music career with Equity. He released his super successful single “Whoopty” under the Equity umbrella.  CJ went on to sign an $8 million deal with Warner Music.

“I’m blessed to have the opportunity to be part of the Equity family. The meeting with Equity Distribution Director Rell Carter was a good vibe. The organization is a perfect fit for the future of Dominion Hill.  This opportunity has added a few elements needed to bring the Dominion Hill vision all together, Stay tuned for some incredible music releases, tours, events, and cross marketing initiatives,” cites Rhasun, CEO of Dominion Hill Records.

17 year old Ramsey Renée has won the 2023 Best Youth Artist Wammie Award

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“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate, our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us.” In a world where many choose to emulate Ramsey Renée is here to illuminate. Gifted and talented through artistic and creative expression Ramsey has put the “personal” in personality. Songstress Ramsey has been humming before she could talk and singing before she could walk. This 17 year old phenom began to pursue music seriously at the age of 9 debuting as the opening act for “Runway Moms For a Cause”. Her generational singing was gifted to her from her dad, and her authenticity is attributed to the relationship she has with her mom. At the age of 12, Ramsey decided it was time to advocate for herself. Navigating through her adolescent years, Ramsey came to terms with bipolar disorder and it’s highs and lows. She began writing original music to give her a sense of control. Where she didn’t feel heard she sounded off within her lyrics delivering a breath of fresh honesty to the industry. “Therapy is important and doing music gives me a creative outlet to transmit my feelings in a healthy way whilst giving a sense of relatability“.

As a singer, songwriter, pianist, and guitar player Ramsey’s artistry introduces her fans to what versatility really is. Her rawness in her lyricism attests to just how confusing growing up and finding your purpose truly can be. Loyal to herself and her craft, Ramsey continues to evolve within her artistry. “If It Ain’t You” was born personifying transparency of emotions. Within this single Ramsey exposes her insecurities, and promotes healthy dialogue about what it means to love yourself. In that same light “When I’m With You” came about as a selflove ballad where Ramsey illustrates her relationship with herself. Her free spirit earned her the opportunity of a lifetime as headliner of the “Emancipation Concert” at our nations capital. Mayor Browser was so moved by her gifted talent that he extended a personal invitation to Ramsey through her Momager. Her success snowballed causing recognition from greats such as Grammy Nominated recording artist Wale, Grammy Award winning recording artist Andra Day; Flex Kartel, and Adé. Heavily influenced by Lauryn Hill and Jazmine Sullivan Ramsey’s music is “soulspiring” with her angelic voice and melodic sounds.

“I love music, I love to interact with others. I’m sort of a social butterfly.” To date Ramsey has released “Phases” her current full project. “When I’m with you”, the visual, is said to release summertime 2023. “Conversations” is now available for streaming and the visual will grace your screens soon. April 2023 Ramsey was nominated for and was the recipient of the Wammie Award in the category of Best Youth Artist-Group! Check out Ramsey Renèe now on all streaming platforms! Be sure to look out for her on all big screens or stages as an entertainer, baker, and public speaker!

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Get Familiar With Playas Club Music Group CEO Clay James, Hip-Hop’s Next Mogul

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Clay James has been making a name for himself in the entertainment business for quite some time. James burst onto the scene and was immediately recognized because of his different style and sound. The southern playa rapper provided a since of nostalgia and a breath of fresh air in a game that is currently dominated by drill and trap artists. Due to the over saturation of drill and trap artists, James and his team are able to stick out like a sore thumb. Clay James released a series of mixtapes on Datpiff and LiveMixtapes to help build his buzz in Atlanta. These mixtapes have recently been re-released on all digital streaming platforms for your listening pleasure. This uniqueness of his music has garnered Clay James co-signs from rap legends Big Boi, Snoop Dogg, and Missy Elliot.

In 2013, Outkast member Big Boi was the first major co-sign James received, he became somewhat of a mentor to the rising Savannah artist, and they’re good friends til this day. In 2016, James performed at SXSW and caught the attention of some associates of Snoop Dogg. Snoop took a liking to James and gave him a record deal with Doggystyle Records. Since James was based out of the south he later became apart of Doggystyle South Records which was ran by CEO Papa Loc and President Snoop Dogg. After that, Clay James started his own label Playas Club Music Group which he released his first single ‘Can’t F Witchu’ and this song was tweeted out by hip hop legend Missy Elliott. In 2019, Clay James made an appearance in Missy Elliott’s ‘DripDemeanor’ music video. James did a freestyle over Missy’s ‘DripDemeanor’ beat which went viral on Instagram and was reposted by Missy.

Over the years Clay has garnered millions of streams and views on multiple platforms, headlined his own national tour with Dream More Events, made multiple appearances on MTV & BET, and received the award for ‘Best Rap Song’ by the Indie Music Channel for his song ‘Hallelujah’ produced by super producer 30 Roc. James has started to put more attention on building up his Playas Club Music Group imprint. The PCMG roster includes: King Elway, Charlise J, Big Smitty, Young Bo, Respekk, and Pimpin Pablo. PCMG just left from SXSW in Austin, Texas where multiple artists on the roaster including Clay James had stellar performances during the festival. King Elway had a stand out performance on Scotty ATL & OG Ron C’s ‘Young Legends & OG’s’ Stage at Soho Lounge. Charlise J left the room in awe during her performance on the ‘Blazy House’ Stage at Tellers sponsored by Ethika. Both Charlise J and King Elway were featured artists on ‘Clay James’ & Friends’ Stage alongside Harlem rising star Neek Bucks and Ethika Music’s latest signee Paperboy Casino.

Outside of music Clay James has ventured into acting. He recently had a role in ‘Out On A Lim’ starring The Wire’s Tray Chaney and Notorious’ Jamal Woolard. James is currently shooting a film with hip hop legend Webbie entitled ‘It’s A Cold Ass World’. PCMG’s Pimpin Pablo and Pimp Sweet Tooth also have roles in this movie alongs side Clay James and rising star Elijah Lamar. ‘It’s A Cold Ass World’ written by Tony Snow and directed by Drop And Roll Films is set to release this summer in select theaters and streaming platforms. Clay James and his business partner Pimp Sweet Tooth are seeing success in the fashion industry as well. Their new clothing brand ‘Playas Only Clothing Co.’ is becoming one of Atlanta’s favorite indie street wear brands. In a span of 5 months, the duo has sold over 1000 hats straight out the trunks of their cars and doing pop up shops. If you know James’ story then you know the fashion industry was the first place he saw major success as the Vice President of Bliss Skate Company alongside CEO/President Darius Graham. Clay James is also the co-owner of ‘Sound Lynk Studios’ with Roger Vidal and Chad Hampton in Decatur, Georgia. Sound Lynk is becoming a recording hot spot for upcoming and major talent in the Atlanta metro area. Current and past clients include: T-Rell, Gold Mouf, Akbar V, Translee, Robyn Hood, Money Mu, Runway Richy, Ali of the St. Lunatics, and more. Currently James is preparing to release his next single ‘How I Rock’ featuring Pimp Sweet Tooth and produced by Fki’s Saucelord Rich.

To stay in tune with Clay James and the entire Playas Club Music Group, follow @PlayasClubMG on all social media.

Who is Benny the Jet?

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You might think Los Angeles, California is a long way from Iowa City, Iowa. But for Iowa City artist Benny the Jet, these two cities made him who he is today. Born in LA, he moved at a young age to Iowa. But for this adopted kid, growing up as an only child was far from the spoiled lifestyle you would think this Midwesterner would have.  

Having lost his dad at an early age, Benny the Jet found comfort dealing with the racism and discrimination of growing up as a biracial adopted kid in the fields of Iowa through music and sports. His name “Benny the Jet” coming from running track as a kid and being fast like a “Jet”, the name stuck, and he decided to keep the name as he began his music career.  

As young as Benny the Jet is, his musical soul is old with inspiration coming from artists like Michael Jackson, Tupac, Kanye West, and Childish Gambino, which for this very young 20 something year old, you can see he’s mature beyond his years. Blessed to have worked with artists he call friends such as popular independent artists Futuristic and Lex Bratcher, he hopes to learn from their success and build his own independent career. Having signed to Midwest DJ, DJ K Yung as his manager and hiring long time friend and someone he considers a brother as his road manager, Brett “Bert” Johnson, he feels this year in 2023 is the turning point of his career. He is currently working on his first ever major release, a 5 song yet to be titled EP. Having released singles before working with DJ K Yung and Bert Johnson he hopes this mentorship will bring a new sound and path to his career.  

iamtheHOPEmusic ft. DJ GinJar – Strangers

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If you pay attention it’s easy to identify the artists who were born for and are most comfortable on the stage. From the early age of five years old, iamtheHOPEmusic has been crafting and fine tuning her performance style, while releasing her own unique blend of Pop, Hip-Hop, and Rnb music over the last eleven years. She studies consistently in a committed effort to produce top-tier quality music, and to make every performances better than her last one! This determination has already afforded her a spot on the iTunes Hip-Hop/Rap Albums Chart with many more accomplishments to come!

She is continuing her musical endeavors with the release of her newest single entitled “Strangers featuring DJ GinJar”! Inspired EDM icons such as Loud Luxury, Zedd, The Chainsmokers, to name a few, iamtheHOPEmusic effortlessly taps into the Dance-Pop genre while capturing the essence of love being both found and lost. She loves the ability that this style of music gives her to speak on things in a fresh and relatable context, and to give her a listeners an opportunity to escape and decompress, when they need to.
Be sure to check out “Strangers featuring DJ GinJar” and stay tuned for a full-length album soon to come!

A big thanks goes to DJ GinJar, for all his help with everything from production, mixing and mastering, photography, editing, and even cover art. Additionally The rising artist gives her gratitude to everyone at the JaHMa management team for all of their hard work in preparing her music for proper release and distribution. Check out the single and other music from iamtheHOPEmusic here:

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Atlanta’s Pimpin’ Pablo Joins Playas Club Music Group

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Buzzing Atlanta rapper and actor Pimpin’ Pablo is the newest edition to the Playas Club Music Group roster which is the home to some of the dopest independent acts in the Southeast. A roster lead by rising stars Clay James and A Pimp Named Sweet Tooth, PCMG is also the home to: King Elway, Big Smitty, Young Bo, and R&B sensation Charlise J. Pimpin’ Pablo has made quite a name for himself in the city of Atlanta by putting out a slew of mixtapes and singles as well as his own movie entitled “Pimp Or Die”.

Speaking of movies, it’s rumored that he will make an appearance in “It’s A Cold Ass World” starring hip-hop legend Webbie, BMF’s Elijah Lamar, Clay James, and A Pimp Named Sweet Tooth. This movie is currently being shot in Atlanta and is set to release later this summer. Pablo is gearing up to drop his next single “That’s Cold” featuring Clay James and A Pimp Named Sweet Tooth. This track is produced by KJBeatz who is a long time collaborator of Pablo. “That’s Cold” will be featured on “Its A Cold Ass World” movie soundtrack and will release under Pablo’s Boss Status record label in conjunction with Playas Club Music Group.

Until he starts releasing his new music please check out Pimpin’ Pablo past works which are available on all digital streaming platforms and YouTube. He has music out featuring Skooly, Joe Green, Boosie, Young Dro, Pimpin Ken, and more. Catch Pimpin’ Pablo performing live March.15th at Haveli Lounge in Atlanta for the Playas Club Music Group Showcase powered by Dream More Studios at 8pm as well as SXSW during the Clay James & Friends stage March.18th at Soho Lounge in Austin, Texas 12pm.

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Lord Panda introduces the world to Panda World

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Panda World is an online community founded by Lord Panda and created to share his life with his 3 girlfriends. Lord Panda is a 40 year old US Marine, Stanford Grad, I.T. Systems Architect, BJJ Brown Belt, Professional Gamer and Musician. Lord Panda has been a Master of kink for 20 years and all 3 of his girlfriends are his collared 24/7 TPE slaves.

Lord Panda is a prominent figure in the adult content creation and social media influencer space, known for their leadership role in the Panda World metaverse community. As the Chief of House Panda and a member of the Panda World Council, Lord Panda is a key figure in the kinkster community and the adult internet as a whole.

As the leader of the warlike Panda Tribe, Lord Panda and their followers maintain a constant state of preparation for conquest, worshiping the gods of war and embracing militaristic and sadistic tactics. Their ultimate goal is the complete domination of the adult internet, and Lord Panda is determined to achieve this by any means necessary.

Despite their aggressive and unforgiving nature, Lord Panda is respected and admired by many within the kinkster community for their strength, power, and unwavering dedication to their cause. With their charismatic personality and bold leadership style, Lord Panda has become a beloved figure in the world of adult content creation and social media influence.

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Atlanta’s Young Bo is the newest addition to Playas Club Music Group

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Buzzing Atlanta rapper Young Bo is not only known for his unique wordplay and flow, he’s also known for his undeniable sense of fashion. Bo is the CMO of ‘Goat & Company’ which has become one of Atlanta’s hottest upcoming high end street wear brands. This brand has been worn by Rich Homie Quan, Young Scooter, and Travis Porter just to name a few. On top of having one of the dopest clothing lines in the city, Bo has proven himself to be an emcee which can spit with the best of them.

Young Bo’s lingo and style is everything you would expect from an artist born and raised in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia. Young Bo has been making music since 2010 and his relentless grind has made him a fan favorite in the city. Yesterday Clay James announced Young Bo would be added to the ‘Playas Club Music Group’ roster which is also the home to Tik-Tok phenom Pimp Sweet Tooth, King Elway, Charlise J, and Big Smitty. Young Bo will be featured on Clay James’ next two projects “Raise The Bar” and “Kickin Pimpin” Vol 2. Be on the look out Bo’s new single “Money Piling” releasing on Playas Club Music Group in collaboration with E.F.F.O.R.T Records which Young Bo is the CEO.

You can catch Young Bo and the entire PCMG Roster live at Haveli Lounge in Atlanta, Georgia on March 15th 8pm. This concert is sponsored by Dream More Touring and Events. Until then, catch up on Young Bo’s previous releases which are available on all digital streaming platforms. Follow him on social media @YoungBo101.