With the year ending and the pandemic still thriving, The Grey Era are still working harder than ever. This time around, the group has released yet another hot track titled “Wait a Minute” featuring two of the most prominent members of the group: TGEMarx & TGETruth. This is not their first contribution as a duo. In fact, both have released other songs together such as “Viral” and “Run It Up”. Beyond their ability to perform lyrically, the duo are extremely versatile bringing a breath of fresh air every single release . With this brand new soundtrack, they surely did not disappoint and clearly stood behind that. Despite the title, they don’t hold back to run through the song with each and every single line punching. Yet, the duo does somehow manage to rampage through the beat while still allowing each rhyme to resonate with style and remaining catchy. Beyond their ability to be natural, original, skillful and versatile… they are harmonious. Once again, The Grey Era strikes a homerun!
Official Press Release For Superlative Sain
England born creative genius Superlative Sain gives listeners a head nodding turn up anthem with new visual for single “10 years” produced by K.Loukk. The multifaceted rapper takes viewers on a trip to Brooklyn to solidify his grind with literally 10 years of experience in the music industry with much reason for taste makers to take notice. Sain is no stranger to hard work as the Co-creator of the creative collective group OGWN, an experienced graphic designer and photographer, owner of his own clothing line in addition to directing, filming and editing music videos for talents such as K Goddess, all while starting his own Podcast, it is undeniable this new single/visual is a statement piece and a testament to his grind.
“10 years” gives listeners the feel of Juice World with the Intelligence of Amine with a track that shows an artist ready to take off. Sain lyrically fineses an uptempo club worthy track, with relatable opening bars like ” I’ve been doing dishes for 10 years, So long I’ve been looking for tenure, so long asking when did I get here, now I whip my hair back like I’m Rick Flair, like Whoop” undoubtedly Sain is ready for take off. The catchy tune speaks to Sain’s readiness for all that is to come and then some. The visuals give insight to Sain’s additional acting abilities showcasing the essence of Brooklyn while solidifying his readiness to take over the music scene.
“10 years” is a self shot visual off his project dropped Dec 4th called IDC 2 ( I Don’t Care 2) featuring Nickthemodel, Mister JT, Diverze Koncept and JYJWLZ. With his creative insight of compelling visuals, supporters can expect 4 more videos off the 6 song project to further drive home his versatility and ability to contend with the heavy hitters. Sain keeps himself active with his podcast Being Superlative, with episodes dropping in January 2021 that spotlight upcoming creatives and relative popular topics. He is also releasing a collaborative clothing line between him and dance partner Cozy mellz, where they release choreography and Freestyle dance videos to promote their lifestyle brand.
The Definition of PULO talks picking up where you left off, continuing your progress and not being stopped. Meeting goals and always pushing no matter what’s in front of you, not switching or changing regardless of what people say.
Chicago rapper takes listeners through relatable journey with new single ‘4 AM’ and forthcoming self-titled album ‘Hari’
CHICAGO, IL – The mind thinks of random things in the early hours of the morning. Chicago rapper Hari(used to be known as Leastkoo) takes listeners on a fun ride through his own thoughts with his latest single “4 AM,” currently available across all streaming platforms. With a catchy hook and a mid-tempo bounce, “4 AM” offers lyrics that will immediately catch the attention of anyone who hears it, with most immediately able to connect with the vibe that Hari is presenting.
“It’s very relatable,” Hari said. “There are a lot of things that it talks about that my mind thinks about at 4 AM. It talks about my ex and how she moved on and how it could have been better. It talks about my uncle who passed and how his spirit is still near and around me. It talks about how I had started smoking at the beginning of the year but that I’ve backed off from that. It’s the thoughts that are running through my head at that time of the day, which I think is something that most people can really relate to.”
The single is the first off a 12-song album called “Hari” which is slated to drop on Dec. 13. Serving as an introduction of this young up-and-coming artist, “Hari” dives into the journey that he’s taken over the past couple of years to get to where he is today as a professional recording artist. Throughout the project, Hari comes back to the major event that sparked his desire to pursue music full-time – the death of his cousin who overdosed on drugs earlier this year.
“It’s about him and what I’ve been dealing with personally on my own,” Hari said of the album. “I had to take a step back from everybody that I had surrounded myself with so that I could focus more on my music and get myself together. I hope my music is something people can go back to and refresh their minds time and time again. I want them to do what I always did with music that I loved – I like to listen to things that would get me up and put me in a good mood or inspire me to keep going. I listen to other artists to get that inspiration, and that’s what I want my music to do for others.”
Hari’s sound is distinct though he embraces vibes that are familiar. He blends Rap, R&B and Hip Hop into his own signature style to create something truly original. And this is just the beginning. Hari said he’s excited for fans to check out his album and to begin following his career because he has a lot more music planned for 2021 and beyond.
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C.LACY relates to international audience through storytelling approach on new single ‘Proved Ur Point’
DALLAS, TX – C.LACY is a singer/songwriter who has always been gifted in expressing himself through music. His raspy yet soft-toned voice has been captivating audiences for years, and his latest single “Proved Ur Point” is yet another hit that fans all over the world are about to enjoy. With a laid-back vibe that fuses R&B and Trap, “Proved Ur Point” is a soulful track that tackles a subject matter which most people in the world will be able to connectwith.
“It’s about a relationship that a guy messed up,” C.LACY said. “His attention was elsewhere and he was always chasing women. He realizes the error in his ways and decides to fly straight, but his girl won’t let the past go and always keeps his feet to the fire. So basically, he’s saying that she’s proved her point and it’s either time to move forward with the relationship or to end it.”
C.LACY has a distinct sound and style that’s more passionate than anything else. Listeners will hear that in his voice and through his storytelling. They’ll be entranced by his sound and want to hear more. With influences from legends such as Jagged Edge, Tank, Eric Bellinger and Usher, C.LACY has worked hard to hone his sound into something that’s equal parts original and familiar.
“I want my music to be real and relatable,” he said. “In fact, when people hear my music, they’ll hear real life scenarios–things that I’ve been through or people I know who have been through those experiences. I want my music to be something in which people can feel engaged and connected, and that’s why I create stories that are relatable.”
C.LACY said he first got into music around age 13 when he wrote his first song and started performing in talent shows. As the years progressed, he grew in skill and was able to collaborate with some notorious professionals in the industry from many different regions of the world. Now with his new single, he’s ready to show off all those influences and the hard work he’s put in over the years to develop his unique sound.
In 2021, C.LACY said he plans on releasing an EP and that he has a music video in development for “Proved Ur Point” which should drop in late January.
Multitalented producer and artist Sterlen Roberts drops string of singles in advance of genre-breaking album to come in 2021
OAKLAND, CA – In a landscape that’s become stark and with many thirsting for an epiphany in the realm of sound, there are a few who can truly match what musical artist Sterlen Roberts has accomplished. The son of Grammy-nominated Gospel writer and producer Steven Roberts, Sterlen has been stretching the realms of possibility within the music industry for many years. Long before Kanye West did it on his platinum-selling album “Jesus Walks,” Sterlen was sampling Choir and Gospel tracks against Hip Hop beats and smooth-flowing Raps in genre-breaking ways. He has continued that for the majority of his career and today, is offering a truly original body of work through a bevy of new singles and a forthcoming album in 2021.
Most recently,Sterlen released the single “Nobody” which is a fusion of Rap and R&B that will take listeners back to the days of early Mary J. Blige – with rapping on the front end of the song that cuts straight to R&B before seamlessly transitioning back to Rap.
“I love the vibe of the song because it’s really traditional R&B and it has that real good feel that comes with a great R&B song,” Sterlen said. “When you hear the hook, it feels like 90s R&B but with a modern-day flavor.”
Over the years,Sterlen hasn’t only been concentrating on his own craft. He has also diligently sought out other artists in his field knowing that to do so would expand his knowledge and experience. As a result, he’s been able to work with some of the biggest names in the industry, including Keyshia Cole, Flo-Rida, Luke James, Lyrica Anderson, Rico Love, Latoya London, Jodeci, FlavaFlav, and many more. He also studied closely under Devante Swing of Jodeci in the same environment that nurtured artists such as Missy Elliot and Timbaland. All of that hard work has paid off and is reflected in the quality of the beats he produces – mixing classical piano with hard-hitting tempo and drums. He’s also become known as a rapper who knows how to rock a crowd, while also enlightening them with his piano performances.
“We have never seen an artist like Sterlen,” said the Oakland to Paris Music Group. “He is so talented. It’s almost as if he can do anything. He can perform. He’s an amazing piano player. He can rap, produce, write, and even direct his own music videos. He is that creative and gifted. We think he was in a zone on his most recent effort. It’s his most amazing work ever – from his intro ‘I Been on the Way,’ to even more radio-friendly songs such as ‘Nobody,’ he has mastered the gift of being creatively commercial.”
Sterlen said his new album in 2021 will be a profound mixture of Hip Hop, R&B and Soul, with splashes of Pop mixed in. Another single from the album perhaps best exemplifies this description. “Way Up” features Sterlen’s mastery of the piano against a Gospel-driven track that has a lot of urban flavor. It also shows off his skills as a rapper, among other things.
“There’s a B-3 organ in there,” Sterlen said. “There’s Gospel. There’s some auto-tune. And there’s me rapping, of course. I’m saying some real stuff. It’s a lot of creativeness all bunched into one song. It’s the perfect song to showcase me as a producer and artist. I think a lot of other producers will really get it. It could be church music, but it’s not. It’s something truly original.”
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Notorious producer Roving Jewel collaborates withHip Hop legends on new album ‘The 38th Expansion’
SACRAMENTO, CA – Roving Jewel is a beatmaker, producer and multi-instrumentalist from Sacramento, California whose new album “The 38th Expansion” gives fans of Hip Hop a throwback flavor that’s reminiscent of the mid-90s and early 2000s. With production that’s drenched in gritty Boom-Bap, Soul, Jazz, World and Psychedelia, Roving Jewel has a unique sound and style that is lighting up the West Coast. He first caught attention with his instrumental project, “Auditory Hallucinations,” earlier this year and is now ready to follow that up with his full-length album “The 38th Expansion.”
The project is unique in that this well known industry-respected producer has partnered with 14 different artists to feature on each of the songs on the album. Artists include: Substantial, TEK (from Smif-N-Wessun), Killah Priest and Prodigal Sunn (from Sunz of Man), Casual (from Hieroglyphics), 9th Prince and Kinetic 9 (from Killarmy), Zion I, Planet Asia, C.O.N-Vers, The Shaaw Brothers, Andrew Lozano, Mother’s Milk, and El Conductor as the DJ on one of the tracks. Together, these notorious industry veterans help Roving Jewel create a sound that takes listeners back to the golden era of Hip Hop.
“These artists are a lot of heavy hitters from the mid-90s and early 2000s hip-hop,” Roving Jewel said. “I wanted some legendary emcees on there – people who had the kind of sound I grew up with. When I pitched the idea to them, they were down to work on the project. It’s something that we’ve crafted together over the past six to eight months. I’m 38 this year, which is a big part of the reason for the name. But that number is also an auspicious number in numerology. It represents a time of growth, creativity and expansion that’s usually marked by some sort of turmoil before growth. That’s a good metaphor of 2020 and what this year has brought for so many of us. So on this album, you’re going to hear a lot of things that reflect what we’re going through in present times – from civil rights to racial tension to police brutality and of course the pandemic. Ultimately, it’s an album that captures the mindset of how everyone is making it through it.”
The debut single from the project is a song called “On Everything” which features Substantial – known for his insightful lyrics and his work with acclaimed Japanese producerNujabes known for his jazzy and soulful take on Hip Hop. Roving Jewel said the song definitely embraces that jazzy, soulful vibe as Substantial raps about what he’s facing as a black man in America right now and what he has to go through in his day-to-day life. It’s a song that he said not only demonstrates the individuality of each of the artists featured on the project, but also which sets the tone for the creativity and diversity of the entire album.
“In Hip Hop, a lot of the stuff you hear in the mainstream today is Trap-infused and to me doesn’t have the soulfulness and warmness – or even the grittiness – that the mid-90s had,” he said. “I kind of wanted to embody that as an echo back to that golden era. I also included some stuff to make it sound like it was brought up in the present times and somethings that can take us into the future as well. In some cases, you might hear some weird synth sounds, some angelic voices in the background, or soundscapes with sparse percussion to create that futuristic sound that pairs well with the 90s era of Hip Hop.”
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Mr. Buddy perfectly captures essence of Funk with latest single ‘Fonqwitus’
JACKSONVILLE, FL– In a world full of 808s and Trap beats, Mr. Buddy is bringing a different kind of swing. His music is something that can’t be labeled because it’s new age, but at the same time his funkalicious swag has a familiar flavor that is reminiscent of some of the greats like Heavy D or George Clinton.
That funky swag is showcased on his latest single “Fonqwitus” which is currently available across all streaming platforms. The song opens with a throwback kind of sound that soon introduces a funky beat that’s so catchy it practically oozes with joy. It’s impossible to listen to this song and not bounce and bop to the groove that Mr. Buddy creates. True to his name, this comedian-turned-musician puts a smile on the faces of anyone who listens to his latest track.
“I wanted to make a song that was big enough and good enough to get people to get up and dance and party and have a good time, especially with what we’re going through with the Corona Virus,” Mr. Buddy said. “It’s a song that allows you to have your own personal party at home. It’s not the cliché rapping-about-guns-or-girls-or-money kind of song. It’s just simply about having a good time. I wanted to make music that children who grew up like me could listen to with their parents. There’s no curse words or sexual innuendos, just good clean fun music that allows everyone to have a good time.”
“Fonqwitus” is the perfect song to showcase the unique sound and style from this fast-rising artist from the south. Though it’s the first single he’s ever released publicly, it’s not the first music he’s created in his life. In fact, he’s always had a musical background dating back to his time in elementary school. The second oldest of five children, Mr. Buddy is part of a music-loving family. His father, who plays bass guitar, introduced him to music, while his mother sings and plays the flute. As he grew older, he began to learn as many different instruments as he could – from piano and drums to trumpet and more.
“My background is in Jazz, but my sound has an influence of the 70s, 80s and 90s and includes Funk, Disco, Big Band, Hip Hop, Classic, Alternative Rock, Neo-Soul, and even Country,” he said. “I love the thick chords and phat basslines that come with Funk music. The funkier the better. With an upbringing in the church and with giants like Will Smith as an example, I pride myself in creating fun, clean music that all people can enjoy.”
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Teenage singer/songwriter Kayla Clark offers introspective look at solitude with new single ‘My World of Loneliness’
PHOENIX, AZ – Kayla Clark is a fresh Indie singer/songwriter who seamlessly blurs the lines between most contemporary Pop sub-genres through her storytelling and remarkably catchy tracks. The Phoenix-based singer has recently released a new single called “My World of Loneliness” – a timely song that is already connecting with fans all over the world.
“Everyone at some point feels lonely, especially right now as we’re all having to be away from everyone,” Clark said. “I’m taking from the feelings of different experiences of loneliness and putting that all into one song. I usually put a lot of thought into my lyrics, and this one really stood out to me of all the other songs I’ve written. It also features a lot of piano which I think fits the tone of the song very well.”
Clark’s sound holds the unique characteristic of being as minimally edited as possible. She prefers her music to feel raw and unplugged, avoiding over production in favor of the more organic vibes that come from a truly free-spirited process. But that process also includes a dedication to making something as high quality as possible, which means she has dedicated a lot of time to writing and rewriting. Ultimately, to match her sound, Clark prefers to play listening rooms and more intimate venues, allowing her to connect with the audience on a more vulnerable and real level. But with 2020 forcing most artists to stay home and avoid the crowds that come from live performances, Clark has instead focused on her songwriting. As a result, she’s recorded a large collection of songs that perfectly narrate her life as a young woman and musical artist – all of which she plans to release over the course of the next coming months on her new EP, “My World of Loneliness,” set to drop in January.
Prior to the new EP, however, Clark said she plans to release another single called “Silhouette of Me” on Dec. 15. Taking a cue from “My World of Loneliness,” this new single will explore that moment late at night when it feels like all the rest of the world is asleep.
“It’s late and all the lights are going off in the city and you feel like you’re the only one awake,” Clark said of the song. “The only thing to keep you company in that moment is your shadow. It’s a song that features more of me on guitar, but at the end, it’s all about the lyrics. I just want people to hear my songs and be able to connect with them and have their own interpretation of the lyrics and apply it to their own lives. I think music is something that can bring us all together through different emotions and experiences of life, which is why I spend the most time on the lyrics. I’d rather write a song that actually means something than create a catchy tune. I will always want to connect in deeper ways.”
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