Richie Red – Wolves Den

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With his latest single ‘Wolves Den,’ Richie Red is gearing up to be the new leader of the pack 

CLEVELAND, OH – Richie Red wants to be one of the biggest names in the world, and from the looks of his latest single “Wolves Den,” he is well on his way. With a relaxed Hip Hop sound, Red has created a style that is all his own. No matter what is going on, his music can always fit the vibe. 

Red began his artistic journey at a young age, taking an interest in dance before growing into his own style of Rap through freestyling and later finally laying down tracks in the recording studio. “It started off with me dancing. I used to watch Michael Jackson and Usher when I was four years old and I wanted to be like them. When I got older, dancing wasn’t that much fun anymore. I would watch all my big brothers that rapped and I got into a lot of artists like Young Jeezy , Gucci Mane and Plies. I was freestyling in middle school and everybody who listened would tell me ‘You should rap! You should rap! You’re good at rapping!’ So basically, I just started taking it seriously and I started recording at seventh grade. I was pretty good back then.” 

Though he is a versatile artist, Red prefers to stick to his roots in the Hip Hop industry, focusing on a relaxed Rap sound influenced by Hip Hop and R&B. “I do rap because there is a lot that I’ve been through. Rap is basically how I get it off my mind and just talk about the things that I’ve seen. I use music because most people that I talk to say I’m good at it. When I write about what I’ve been through, sometimes it helps me get things off my mind. I also just have fun doing it. It was a hobby at first but now I like taking it more seriously and I know that I could really be something bigger than I am.” 

Red’s most recent release is a track called “Wolves Den.” This song is about how life happens around us and the only way to get through it is to embrace what comes our way. “I live in a world where people will turn their backs on you but I’m still enjoying myself. I’ve been going through a lot of stuff but my life is getting better. I still live in reality but my life is going better and my style is changing. It’s just like a wolf going through the woods, looking for something that he needs and as he comes up on different things, his image changes. He might get bigger, he might feel healthier, his family might be able to eat and that’s basically where I’m at in my life. I’m just outside to get whatever I can get to make the best out of.” 

The “Wolves Den” music video has been recently released and that is just the beginning of where Red wants to take his career. “I don’t have to put too much in it, it’s just natural. I see myself becoming one of the biggest artists in the world especially with the story that I have behind me. I’m not just any type of rapper that woke up one day wanting to be a rapper. My mother passed when I was 14 and my brother passed when I was 20 years old. My mother was a big character in my life and everybody loved her. She was an entertainer and so was my brother, so I feel like I have no choice but to make it at this point. It is what I want to do every day.” 

Check out Richie Red and his music via the links below. 

https://www.instagram.com/thatsrichiered/  

https://www.instagram.com/realrichiered/

JT Da Bagga – Remember the Woo

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 JT Da Bagga drops hot new EP to spice up the chilly months of winter 

ATLANTA, GA – Summer is for the ladies, but the men are staking a claim to the winter. That’s the sentiment behind the debut EP from Atlanta-based artist JT Da Bagga. It’s entitled “Cold Boi Winter” and it features a handful of tracks from this fast-rising artist that showcase his unique brand of sound and style. With California-inspired tracks like “Cold Boi Flow” and swaggy tracks like “Remember the Woo,” JT offers music lovers an enjoyable ride that’s perfect for the upcoming colder months.  

“It’s me speaking from a single man’s perspective,” he said. “Basically, it’s me being an ultimate bachelor. Each song is me doing what I do. I’m analyzing women because I like women and I like to be with women. I’m not degrading women. I love women. And I show that through all of these songs.” 

JT said he’s proud of this project because it shows the world a new sound and style in the world of Hip Hop that’s been lacking for a while. The thing he said he’s most proud of is his ability to be diverse and bring original flows across each and every song.  

“I’ve been all over the East Coast and I’ve been influenced by a lot of different genres of music,” he said. “I don’t have a specific sound. I do Drill, I do R&B slow songs, I do Club music, I do Reggae music – my versatility and ability to bring a vibe to any track is what sets me apart. That’s my biggest attribute as an artist.” 

Originally from Newark, New Jersey, JT was raised in the New York foster system. He lived in a group home in Queens and saw and experienced a lot of bad things in life. Music became his escape from life, and a sting in prison gave him somewhat of a blessing in disguise in that it provided him time to focus on the craft of making music and perfecting his unique sound and style. He’s come quite a ways since his early days of performing off-Broadway plays as a child.  

“A few years of me going to prison and making mistakes made me do research in how to perfect my craft and do things with it to stand out,” he said. “Ultimately, I’d like to be somebody known for spreading love. When you listen to my music, it’s more of an educational thing. To be able to bring people together and vibe and love and be able to be around each other without hate would be my ultimate goal for my music. I don’t do raw street music. A lot of my music is a vibe. So come and relax with me. I’m pure. I’m different. My mind is different, and yours can be too when you listen to my music.” 

JT’s album is currently available across all streaming platforms. The debut single “Remember the Woo” has been getting some major attention across the U.S. and is set to drop a music video later this year.  

To listen to JT’s music or to follow him on social media, please visit: 

Instagram.com/jtdabagga 

Twitter.com/jtdabagga 

TikTok.com/BaggaWorld

 

The Whole Sick Croo – Play Along

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New music from The Whole Sick Croo reflects hot political themes 

WASHINGTON D.C. – DC area rocker, Phil Dubitsky delivers poignant political music which addresses present day concerns. His Hard Rock/Punk Rock fusion has a bit of rootsy Americana and Blues mixed with Heavy Metal aggression. 

His latest single, “Play Along” discusses different sides which participate and vote in a democratic society. Voting is not difficult to do, but the artist is critical of the options. Released in late September, the song is topical for what is going on right now. “Play Along,” the latest in a series of politically based releases, was written last year in anticipation of the current election cycle. 

“Play Along” features distinct slide guitar, bass riffs and bluesy scales, in contrast to Phil’s upcoming single, “Majority Rules,” a more straightforward rock track which tells how democracy results in the majority enforcing their idea of right and wrong onto the minority. The new single is due to be released on October 20. 

While creating awareness of issues, Phil tries not to be super preachy when putting his opinion out there for people. “While not all of my music is political, the singles I have put out in the back half of this year are fairly political. I use my music more as a way of getting the conversation started about socio political issues than specifically trying to tell people what to think or feel,” Phil stated. “By getting people to talk about or even just think about those issues, you start to open the door for those issues to be addressed and potentially fixed.” 

Currently releasing music under the name “The Whole Sick Croo,” Phil is working solo now. He does it all – from writing lyrics and melodies, to recording his instrumentation and vocals in a home studio. He also mixes and masters his own music. Phil has created an intelligent, more self sufficient way of working, allowing him to concentrate on producing and releasing music. 

Putting out lyrics that are right on the nose, Phil’s messages are straightforward and easy to understand. “For me personally, being more direct with your messaging means more people will realize what you’re saying.” Eager to encourage dialog, Phil Dubitsky is an artist who is not afraid to share his opinions. 

To listen to The Whole Sick Croo’s music or to follow Phil on social media, please visit: 

https://open.spotify.com/artist/0L1ZpUTiPwThskPLtXrsYa 

https://www.sickcroo.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/SickCroo 

https://www.instagram.com/sickcroo/ 

BiNG – Party

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Texas rapper BiNG drops new album ‘At It Again’ 

HOUSTON, TX – Joseph Guillory, AKA BiNG, is an artist with a truly original sound. Unlike anything else out there in the world of Hip Hop, his use of distorted instrumentals paired with rhythmic flows creates an intriguing sound that is causing new listers all over the South to sit up and pay attention. And now with his new album “At It Again,” this Texas-based musician is offering a compilation of his works in an effort to share that one-of-a-kind sound with a wider global audience.  

Featuring all of his best music to date with a couple of radio-ready tracks, “At It Again” shows off BiNG’s ability to turn a phrase and have fun with witty wordplay. His style is in-your-face and aggressive with a sound to match, but at the end of the day, it doesn’t come across as offensive or off-putting. Quite the contrary, really, as this Down South boy is really just a normal guy on the microphone sharing stories of his life in as creative of a way as he can. 

“I use more of a futuristic tone to my music,” he said. ‘Sometimes it’s too far in the future for people to like. It’s a very progressive sound but at the end of the day, what I go for is something that sounds good. I’m gonna rap about a lot of different things – depression or being a player or just everyday things that happen in life. But ultimately, I’m trying to do something that sounds good and is enjoyable to people.” 

BiNG first started writing music in the 90s and spent much of that decade developing his unique sound and style. He was inspired by the legendary crew Public Enemy, and has always been enamored by the hype energy of Flava Flave. He also studied greats like Tupac and Biggie, and found his own brand of swag by trying to emulate the swag of Biggie Smalls. One of the singles on his new album, “Raise Up,” is an homage to Biggie and even samples some of his style at certain points throughout the song.  

“I came up dreaming of being a one-hit wonder, and there is power in that when you own the rights,” BiNG said. “I’m 41 now and I’ve decided to take my music more public because I’m getting ‘Do it’ and ‘Oh, it’s good comments from Rap lovers who hear my stuff. I’m in it for the pussy and the money. I have a love for black women. I’m a mad man who started out in a mad clan after solo writings, and I’m a one-man clan now. I’m loud and in your face and flipping and have more wordplay than you know what to do with. 

To listen to BiNG’s music or to follow him on social media, please visit: 

http://www.reverbnation.com/bing5 

https://soundcloud.com/marcel-695538368?ref=clipboard&p=a&c=1 

https://twitter.com/BiNGtrip 

“At It Again” 

https://deezer.page.link/ju5JgP3QWBJBfXTR7
https://www.amazon.com/At-Again-Explicit-Bing/dp/B08KRY8HXX/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=bing+at+it+again&qid=1602160770&sr=8-1    (Amazon Buy Link)

“Party” 

https://deezer.page.link/uM1VLtvFRDfjSY4c6
http://www.reverbnation.com/open_graph/song/32155948 

The Gore Boyz – Spend A Bag

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America’s next hot boy band makes major splash with latest single ‘Spend A Bag’ 

 CHARLOTTE, NC – If you haven’t heard of The Gore Boyz yet, it’s time to sit up and pay attention. This Gastonia/Charlotte-based R&B and Pop group is set to become the next big boy band. And their latest single “Spend A Bag” is all the proof you need that they’re about to become a global phenomenon. 

Having only been released for a month, “SpenA Bag” already has more than 500,000 streams on Spotify and YouTube, and the buzz around the song just keeps growing and growing. Produced by Grammy Winning artist Theron ‘Neff-u’ Feemaster – who created the theme song for the hit movie “Men In Black” – the single showcases the unique sound and style brought to life by the three Gore brothers – Herman III, 19; Edwin, 17; and Sean Michael, 15. Groomed in the Motown method since 2009, these brothers play instruments, dance and sing a variety of music that appeals to all people. And their raw, natural talent is causing such a stir around the country that they’ve already had opportunities to perform with major names in the industry such as Justin Bieber.  

“It all started when our oldest brother, Herman, wanted to be in a talent show in fifth grade,” Sean said. “He wanted to play Mickey Mouse Clubhouse on the piano but he wasn’t good at it. My dad knew an original member of Jodeci who taught me to play the drums, and instead of doing Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, the three of us did ‘Waiting on the World to Change’ by John Mayer. We got first place and we didn’t look back from there.” 

Since that time, the band has met and been mentored by Hip Hop and R&B stars such as Usher and even the legendary Jackson Five. Growing up, The Jackson Five and Michael Jackson served as one of the biggest inspirations for the boys, inspiring them to start playing instruments and learning how to dance. They started out dancing with Tommy Hill of Fuzion Force Charlottebut for the past 7 years and as of today, Chuck Maldonado is currently their Choreographer (Fuzion Force LA). His also the director for their video ‘SPEND A BAG”. Maldonado has an impressive resume as he has worked with artists such as Chris Brown and as the chief choreographer on the Nickelodeon show “Victorious,” where Ariana Grande got her start. For their day to day affairs, Big Mike of Day 26 is their manager and also does performance/vocal coaching for them. 

With “Spend A Bag,” that journey of the past decade comes full circle as it showcases each of their individual talents while also impressing upon the world just how special their music is when they work together. Sean Michael plays the drums and serves as the lead singer, while Edwin plays the guitar and is the main rapper in the band. Herman, the oldest brother, provides harmonies and plays other supporting instruments.  

“It’s a song that appeals to all audiences, from young to old,” Herman said. “It’s a song that lets people have a great time which is what we want our music to be about. We create clean and great music – songs that won’t phase out over time.” 

In addition to putting in the hard work to pursue a career in music, each of the boys is also an honor roll student and active in the community. Herman has a full-ride scholarship to Morehouse College where he is currently studying biology and is in pre-med. He is also in leadership of the Morehouse Medical Society. Edwin and Sean are both student leaders at their schools, with Sean having been class president every year since fifth grade.  

As buzz around their single “Spend A Bag” continues to grow and gather in an ever-widening global audience, The Gore Boyz said they’re excited about what the future will bring and the opportunities they’ll have to continue making music. 

“We just want to create music that’s for everybody,” Edwin said. “We make great music you can listen to, dance to, vibe to, and enjoy anywhere you want.” 

To listen to The Gore Boyz’s music or to follow them on social media, please visit: 

tgbrocks.com
https://open.spotify.com/artist/06Q6bLDG8QEMxsXyGWHRwd?si=H_-dO5AJSLaOpQiRzkBoUg
https://www.instagram.com/tgbrocks/?hl=en
https://soundcloud.com/thegoreboyz
https://4519e586-c63d-4c8e-8f55-7b9cacb7065e.filesusr.com/ugd/794cae_ddac2b41e91c42dd91e7fb8c68817dad.pdf
https://www.facebook.com/gore.gore.731/

“SPEND A BAG” 

https://open.spotify.com/track/3idaRqYqT35qJ3dSujuand?si=DrelkxN2QeSuSE-6bd54UA&context=spotify%3Aartist%3A06Q6bLDG8QEMxsXyGWHRwd 

RAPPER PFM PISTOL P IS BEING FALSEY ACCUSED BY NEW JERSEY POLICE RIGHT BEFORE HIS TAKE OFF OF HIS MUSIC CAREER @pisto1_p

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One of Baltimore’s own rising artist Pistol P has been falsely accused of murder for a male victim in New Jersey. PFM PISTOL P (22) years old. He has been an influence to other young men in his city and culture. After being released for a minor run in with the law last year, the rapper has excelled tremendously in the music industry, demonstrating a young black man from the hard streets of Baltimore city being able to progress.

Rapper Pistol P began to get attention and recognition from major influencers and record labels. The rappers debut mixtape (Pistol Play) surpassed 1 Million streams. Pistol P’s single
“Trap Flow” instantly became the hottest song being played in many of Baltimore’s Clubs. Fans gravitated to rapper Pistol P and idolized him as any growing black man in Baltimore as an example that not only dreams can begin to come true but there is someone just like them from the same city who will make it.

This was inspiration to young black men. Fans anticipated rapper Pistol P’s newest mixtape to release before the year 2020 was over. But unfortunately because of his arrest and false allegations they have been left in disappointment. Coincidentally at the same time rumors were being heard of Pistol P having a major artist featuring on his upcoming project. Sounds like a career breakthrough?!

Is Baltimore that city where hope isn’t alive? Where chances are less than limited and snatched away for urban people of color? Is this a system designed for victory to be non existent in the black community? or even a system designed to put people of color against one another?

Who knows I’m just the messenger, Stay tuned for more updates on rapper Pistol P. And as fans would say “FREE PISTOL” till it’s backwards!” #Justice

Instagram: @pisto1_p
YouTube: PFM PISTOL P

Stream Pistol Play EP Now- https://music.apple.com/us/album/pistol-play-ep/1516277173

Trap Flow Official Video- https://youtu.be/LQoa1pmblbM

Motion Official Video- https://youtu.be/eX8TX4mCwDU

Big Dreams Official Video- https://youtu.be/8wEleVM3UE4

STREET SCARZ RELOADED DROPS OFFICIALLY NOV 1ST STAY TUNED AND BE READY.

STREAM STREET SCARZ 1 NOW ON ALL DIGITAL PLATFORMS- https://music.apple.com/us/album/street-scarz/1495209871

Kunal – Angelic & Devilish

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 LA-based Hip Hop artist Kunal offers eclectic variety of sounds with new singles ‘Angelic & Devilish’ and ‘Feeling Good’ 

LOS ANGELES, CA- Hip Hop artist KUNAL is a burgeoning force on the horizon. He is a product of global influences. Spending his childhood in New York, New Jersey and London – and paired with his Punjabi heritage – there is no succinct way to describe his craftsmanship. If you ask him, his sound is influenced by waking up to the melodies of Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan and Bob Marley, while also discovering artists such as Eminem and Kanye West who spoke to other parts of his soul. He has a wide-ranging sound that is centered on rhythm and lyricism. KUNAL’s sound exudes a uniqueness that is characterized by uninhibited creativity reflective of his human experience.  

That signature style is put on full display with his debut single “Angelic & Devilish” and furthered by his second release Feelin’ Good.” Both are currently available across all streaming platforms. KUNAL has always been passionate about music – playing saxophone as a child, singing in choir, and writing poetry for as long as he can remember. The Coronavirus pandemic afforded him both the spare time and the alone time in his LA apartment to come back to the passions that had been on hold for so long. The years-long journey-in-the-making has been so profound that it has changed his career aspirations. KUNAL is already working on another two singles that he hopes to drop later this year as well as a full EP set for early 2021.  

“When I moved to LA five years ago, I had no idea I was going to make music,” KUNAL said. “I was open to many different possibilities and I knew that I loved entertaining – from music and film to all kinds of artistic expression. But I was open to whatever LA was going to provide me. The pandemic has created an opportunity to put time and attention to music, and these singles have been a primer for more of what’s to come.”  

Fans have described “Angelic & Devilish” as something reminiscent of a Nas-meets-Travis Scott vibe, highlighting that KUNAL’s sound cannot be put into a box or category that has ever been heard before. The sound appeals to fans of all ages because of the eclectic 90’s Hip Hop feel, he said, combined with upbeat and fun melodies from current decades of music. His cadence and flow compliment the introspective lyrics with which many Rap legends would be associated. He lays the joys and pains of his past on the line to examine the polarity of life which is a huge reason why so many people have already found his music so relatable, he said. 

“We’re all both angelic and devilish in some way,” he said. “For me, it was a song that was very reflective personally, and as such, it was a really fun song for me to work on.” 

With Feelin’ Good,” KUNAL brings in a modern effect that calls attention to yet another aspect of his personality. The fun upbeat pace is fitting for a night out but is also perfectly suited to kicking back with friends. It’s an anthem for anyone who fully embraces who they are despite what others think or say about them.  

“In the chorus I said, ‘I’m pouring out a drink, sending love to all the different places that played a role in who I am and shaped who I am,’” KUNAL said. “Then it goes on to say that I don’t care if you don’t understand me or I don’t fit into your box. I’m feeling good and I’m doing good and I’m OK with who I am, and so here’s a couple of nuggets of who I am and some of the things I care about. It was fun finding the sound and style for this song because the production was completely different than anything else I’d ever done, but it was still me. It gave me a chance to explore a different side of me and explore my range, and I think people will have fun with it, too.” 

KUNAL said he’s looking forward to speaking for it and fans getting to know him through that sound. To listen to KUNAL’s music or to follow him on social media, please visit: 

https://linktr.ee/kunalmusic 

https://open.spotify.com/track/0pzBVfwVagaFY5HYCzQxAV?si=9ehlwMN9RxiJJdqH1ALGzQ 

https://open.spotify.com/track/2vlpCDE4vukzNAi8ToTV4R?si=9LWbOHJ-Sk-hLiQVodKfIw

Onna Deshae – Rush

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Onna Deshae drops powerful new EP with message of encouragement for women all over the world 

CHICAGO, IL – For many people around the world, the pearl is a symbol of perfection. It’s the ultimate example of beauty, but it’s also the ultimate example of how time and pressure can shape a person into exactly who they were meant to be. 

That’s the sentiment Chicago-based artist Onna Deshae captures on her new EP “Intro to the Pearl Bible.” Currently available across all streaming platforms, the eight-song project features a variety of sounds and styles that explore her spiritual journey through life, with ups and downs that have helped to mold and shape her into the self-confident and powerful young woman that she is today.  

“A bible is another guide through life and this project is an intro into that guide,” Onna said. “It’s a series of stories or things I’ve gone through that have led me to want to go on that journey of finding my most perfect self. There are songs about relationships – both romantic and with family and friends – and songs about our political environment, and just basically things that we go through in our everyday lives. It’s songs that would represent what it might be like if you were to walk through your history and remember what you’ve been through. When you do that, you realize the best way to move forward is to step into a new life.” 

At only 24-years-old, Onna is making quite a statement with this project. But she’s no stranger to the music industry. She’s been a singer/songwriter for more than a decade with success on a national scale. She credits her grandmother, Jacqueline Oneal, for being the person to push her and encourage her through the years. She said her grandmother always encouraged her to write in her diary and eventually, to turn those things in her journal into songs and pursue music as a career.  

“She’s like my heart,” Onna said. “She always encouraged me and took me to different talent shows when I was younger. She always kept me grounded and always encouraged me to write my feelings down. This project is just that.” 

The EP starts off with “Rush” which is an immediate entryway into Onna’s life and how she feels about men, relationships, and her confidence. It’s a fun and playful song that many other women around the world will connect with as she explores her insecurities and how she’ll always walk through her anxieties with power. 

That’s followed by “Harvest Season” which examines the emotional state that sometimes leads people to make bad decisions when dating. Then comes “Girl, Viral” which is a song about Onna’s view on social media in today’s world and how it affects relationships and personal standards, often challenging the belief systems of many people who overuse it. This song features fellow rapper O.G. Casey. 

Also collaborating on the project was an artist known as Riodezonero who was featured on and engineered, the fourth song “Social Distance.” It’s a song about isolation and how the pandemic has forced a lot of people around the world to change their thoughts and learn to be ok with being alone.  

Actin Bad” is the fifth song on the EP and is Onna’s heartbreak song. It talks about the love that a person receives and how some people use that as a weapon against others. She said the song was inspired during a time when she was in a dark space and was causing self-harm to her spirit. OG Casey also worked with her on this song to craft the lyrics. 

Coming out of that song is an anthem for women in the form of “Pum Pum.” Onna said the song embodies the power of the lady and the lady parts, and is about being firm in decisions when it comes to protecting “your temple” – the body and mind. She said “Pum Pum” will be an anthem for women all over the world to take power in their sexuality and their choices. 

The last two songs on the project are “Options” and “Warm.” The first features another producer named VerySpecialEd, who helped Onna craft lyrics that capture her feelings about making choices that protect her from the self-doubt that can often creep in. And “Warm” finishes the project with a song that she said is “the epitome of the Pearl Bible for me.”  

“It’s a strong, poetic description of what I know love to be after the storm of stories I share on this project,” she said. “Love is warmth and protection, even on the coldest of days. I want a man who can keep me warm and protected in all aspects of my life. ‘Warm’ was a very poetic experience for me and my favorite song from the project.” 

Onna said that “The Intro to the Pearl Bible” is just the first of a series of projects exploring the Pearl Bible. The follow-up, “Journals of the Pearl Bible,” will come in 2021. Onna also said there is currently a 45-day dance contest associated with her single “Rush” with winners set to be announced on Nov. 21. The challenge is to come up with unique choreography that fans can post to their social media with the hashtag #rushdancechallenge and @onnadeshae. Winners will receive a $200 cash prize, and the runner-up will receive a $100 cash prize. Winners will also have the chance to be featured in one of Onna’s future music videos.  

To listen to Onna Deshae’s music or to follow her on social media, please visit: 

https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/onnadeshae/the-intro-to-the-pearl-bible

Kelvin Rey – No La Veo

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No La Veo’ leads the way on new EP from East Coast artist Kelvin Rey 

SEAFORD, DE – The perfect blend of Pop and Island vibes come together with Kelvin Rey’s latest single “No La Veo.” With a distinct International flare, this upbeat and bouncy song shows off Rey’s Dominican heritage while tapping into his natural talent as a vocalist. His unique voice offers a gritty edge to the R&B scene to create a signature sound that is sure to make waves around the world for years to come. 

No La Veo” is the first release off a seven-song EP called “Just Wanna Be Free,” which is currently available across all streaming platforms. Rey said the project was inspired from a recent vacation in California. After releasing his first EP “Suzanne” in 2018, he decided to make a trip to Los Angeles with a close friend. The experience was both therapeutic and inspirational, and he literally wrote the first song on his new EP while flying back home from that vacation. 

“It’s a completely different sound than the first project,” he said. “I was super inspired by that trip and this project really captures those feelings of being with my best friend in California and having a good time and feeling free and falling in love with a stranger that you just met. It’s much more Pop than anything else, which is the direction I’m trying to go, but it’s still rooted in R&B and Soul.” 

Known in the Northeast for his modeling, this budding young musician first started in the world of music while singing in the church choir as a young boy. Songwriting wasn’t too far behind because it became an avenue of expression for him. By 2018, that journey led to a full-fledged career in music, and with the successful release of “Suzanne,” everything seemed to be falling into place. Since that time, he’s been pushing his limits and further developing a sound that he calls Soulful R&B with edgy Pop hits.  

“I have this R&B twist of Pop going on,” he said. “I feel like everyone is on this Hip Hop and Trap vibe, but I’m trying to be on a mission to bring Pop back, even though I know it never really goes away. What I mean is that I’m bringing that fresh sound in my own way. I don’t sound like anyone else. I’m in my own lane and I have my own thing going on. At the end of the day, I want to be inspirational. I want my music to do more for people than just give them good-sounding music. I put so much into my music and I work so hard for it, and I’d like to be known for that hard work and perfection as a serious artist.” 

To listen to Kelvin Rey’s music or to follow him on social media, please visit: 

FACEBOOK 

INSTAGRAM 

TWITTER 

https://soundcloud.com/user-800286577 

“Just Wanna Be Free” 

https://soundcloud.com/user-800286577/sets/just-wanna-be-free-2?ref=clipboard&p=i&c=1 

“Nana” 

https://soundcloud.com/user-800286577/nana-1?ref=clipboard&p=i&c=1 

“Cali Love” 

https://soundcloud.com/user-800286577/cali-love-3?ref=clipboard&p=i&c=1

Nikena – Water

Industry Spotlight, ME Blog, Music, Promo

New artist Nikena comes onto the global scene with a bang with debut release ‘Water’ 

BROOKLYN, NY – Island vibes and R&B grooves find the perfect companion with the sultry vocals of new female artist Nikena. Hailing from Brooklyn, New York, this up-and-coming diva has announced herself onto the global stage in a big way with her amazing talent. Her latest single, “Water,” is an Island and R&B fusion that perfectly captures the passion of falling in love while giving listeners a swaying rhythm that’s impossible to stay still to 

Tapping into her Jamaican roots, Nikena takes listeners on a journey to the Caribbean with this love song full of sass and joy. Exploring all the emotions that come from falling in love, the song embraces being young, having a good time, and being happy. The music video, shot on the beaches of South Florida, further captures that essence and puts Nikena fully on display as an artist the world needs to pay attention to. 

“I’ve been singing since I’ve known myself, but it wasn’t until 2019 that I decided to let out my passion for music,” Nikena said. “I was never brave enough to try it before that, but there was always this thing nudging me and I knew I couldn’t ignore it any longer. Eventually, I decided I was going to record something and see where it takes me. I want my music to be known for being uplifting and energetic. That’s the reputation I want to leave behind my name.” 

Nikena said that though she’s been inspired by legends such as Beyoncé Knowles, Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, and Bob Marley, her sound stands out as uniquely her own. She takes pride in being diverse, while also bringing her Jamaican and Caribbean heritage to the table.  

“I’m just me,” she said. “I embrace every difference and similarity of my craft, and my hope is that my audience will appreciate them, as well. My experiences in life are translated into my music. At the end of the day, I want my audience to feel encouraged to go after their dreams – to love and believe in themselves.” 

In addition to “Water,” Nikena said she has more singles she’s working on and planning on releasing later this year. She’s also thinking of doing a full EP in 2021.  

To listen to Nikena’s music or to follow her on social media, please visit: 

https://www.instagram.com/_nikena__/