GMB Flash – Put Up or Shut Up

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GMB Flash gets in your face with aggressive new track ‘Put Up or Shut Up’ 

NEW ORLEANS, LA – GMB Flash has witnessed a lot of messed up stuff in his life growing up in the Ninth Ward of New Orleans. The pain and suffering he’s endured is the core of the music he offers to the world – an inside look at the hard life through the lens of very good music.  

His most recent offering to the world is the hot new single “Put Up or Shut Up.” It’s a message to anyone out there who claims to be a baller or to have money to affect change, that if they don’t step up and put their money where their mouth is then they better shut up.  

“Prove to us that you have it,” GMB Flash said. “If not, be quiet. A lot of people talk the talk but don’t walk the walk. This is me letting you know you better put up or shut up. A friend of mine sent me the beat and he asked me to kill it. That’s my job, so that’s what I did – I killed it. We got it to put it up – there’s no shuttin’ up on my end. Ain’t no quiet mouths over here. The goal is to show the world we been doing this for a minute.” 

GMB Flash is no stranger to aggressive and in-your-face lyrics. He’s made a career on it, in fact. For years he’s been performing at the top of the game, and his style is one that people recognize immediately for its authoritative and declarative nature. It’s the reason he was given the nickname Flash in the first place – because of his temper and the way he moves around in the streets. He’s never been one to wait on someone else to make a move, and when it comes to his career as a musician he’s been leading the way for a long time. 

“Ain’t nobody else out there like me,” he said. “I’m not a mumble rapper or doing something just for clout. There’s an actual message in my lyrics that will definitely resonate with the streets. Anyone who is even close to this type of life will feel my music. Folks who went through the type of stuff that I went through – stuck in a poverty-stricken environment where you constantly had to battle – will connect with what I’m bringing. It’s music for anybody who’s trying to elevate out of that. I don’t ever want to open up a pack of Top Ramen again in my house.” 

GMB Flash said “Put Up or Shut Up” is a single off a new EP called “Flashed Out,” which is currently available across all streaming platforms. It’s a project that shows off his style and brings the Get Money Boys name into the world. He plans to follow that with the mixtape “Reincarnated” later this year.  

To listen to GMB Flash’s music, or to follow him on social media, please visit the following links: 

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmEokqH45t7RJBHROkkfEbuG2ahkk8Fci 

https://youtu.be/YYJlg4JEngE 

https://instagram.com/gmbflash?utm_medium=copy_link 

https://www.facebook.com/nick.calhoun.370 

https://www.snapchat.com/add/neworleansnikko 

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMechuUFJ/

Intellect – Headlines

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Former military intelligence officer offers fresh perspective on world issues with new single ‘Headlines’ 

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As a former elite member of the U.S. military intelligence community, Michael “Intellect” Dowd is in a unique position to provide perspective on the multiple ills and injustices of the world. He has access to many platforms and could demand an audience with some of the country’s highest-level officials, but he’s chosen to pass on his message to the world through his favorite artform: music. His latest single, “Headlines,” is the perfect marriage of his experience and his natural talent. It’s a song that gives listeners a taste of the raw reality of where the U.S. is today as a country, both politically and socially.  

“As a black man in American who has traveled the world extensively working for the government, I’ve had the privilege of seeing other nations and cultures and their interactions with poverty and affluence,” Intellect said. “I’ve also seen race and other ethnic differences at play in other places of the world – the mistreatment of people in general. The premise of the song talks about some very raw and real things that have happened recently.” 

With “Headlines,” Intellect depicts a raw, emotional, and real reality of the mainstream Black and Brown minorities in America by law enforcement officials. At the same time, he pleads for peace and justice for everyone. It’s a song that speaks directly to the Black Lives Matter movement and the atrocities that have happened to George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, Trayvon Martin, and so many others who have been killed unnecessarily. 

“Today there are a lot of outlets for advocates, but what I feel like has been lost is clarity,” Intellect said. “Because of today’s technology and how we receive information, there’s just an abundance of noise. It used to be that there were these central voices that were easy to seek out for guidance when it came to seeking justice for the mistreatment of people. But because there’s so much data out there, people have gotten lost in the noise. Music has always been a way to connect a mass of people to a common idea, and if this record can reach a mass of people and bring them together to help us start speaking in unison, then so be it. Mostly I hope it can galvanize people and create a common dialogue.” 

Intellect said he hopes “Headlines” will encourage people to sit down and have intelligent conversations. As a former member of the intelligence community, he has a lot of experience with bringing disparate parties to the table for peace talks. Through his service with government agencies and the military, Intellect has developed high-level expertise in a broad range of disciplines that include man hunting, geo-location, cellular infrastructure, human intelligence, counterterrorism, and counter-narcotics. These are just a few of the raw materials that coalesce in his art to create his expression. Over the years he has served as technical advisor and actor for NBC’s series “The Enemy Within” and was the technical consultant for ABC’s hit show “Quantico.” But it’s music that is his true passion, and with “Headlines” he continues a journey that has included multiple successful EPs and albums to date. 

“Ultimately I want to be known for making a difference in the world,” he said. “Previously I did that in the military, but now I’m doing that through music and entertainment. The point is not to divide people – we have enough of that today. The point is to give a non-biased view of what’s happening in the world and encourage people to make positive changes together.” 

To listen to Intellect’s music, or to follow him on social media, please visit the following links: 

https://soundcloud.com/intellectmusic1/headlines/s-cKpWNUnjGhN 

https://youtu.be/wyESO26p_RE ( 

www.therealintellect.com 

imdb.me/michaeldowd 

www.xgproductions.com/michael-dowd 

youtube.com/c/intellectmusic1 

facebook.com/intellectmusic1 

https://open.spotify.com/artist/2O3YsbvnDo3F2o8IOPm56q 

https://music.apple.com/us/artist/intellect/1411591495 

Frank Doto – Don’t Make It Hot

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CEO of Everything Official Entertainment drops hot new mixtape ‘Mr. Triple Double’ 

THOMASVILLE, NC – New York and the Deep South come together on a hot new mixtape from North Carolina artist Frank Doto. “Mr. Triple Double” is an impressive display of originality and raw talent, with songs that take advantage of some of the best up-and-coming artists in the industry today.  

“Don’t Make It Hot” is the debut single from the project. It’s a jumpy, club vibe made for the streets. Filled with a lot of aggressive energy, it’s actually a song that encourages the hustlers in the game to be more subtle with what they do so as not to attract too much attention to themselves. 

“You gotta keep some shit low-key,” Doto said. “Keep your moves low-key and be more subtle. You can draw attention to yourself, but don’t do it so much. You don’t need to say nothing, just let your actions speak for themselves. If people know, they know. If you understand what’s going on, you don’t need to question it.” 

Doto is an artist who has been doing music since he was young, and who has been perfecting his craft for many years. He moved around a lot as a kid, and it wasn’t until recently that he felt like he belonged to any one place after having settled in Thomasville, North Carolina. Over the past few years he’s put down roots and developed relationships with artists in the area. He has also started giving back to the world by working with younger artists and teaching them some of what he’s learned about the music industry along the way. The best way he does that is through his label Everything Official Entertainment.  

“I just influence people,” he said. “I want to leave my mark like that. I just want to help people and not really focus on myself so much. I’m focused on you – both as a listener and other artists. ‘Dot in the spot, don’t make it hot.’ That’s my saying. Everybody already knows me for that, and I’m making it like an anthem. And anybody who hears it knows there’s gonna be high quality music that’s gonna tell the truth and give them a good time.” 

In addition to “Mr. Triple Double,” Doto is working on another mixtape called “Ashy 2 Classy,” which is set to release later this summer. Doto works closely with artists like Money Hunt Keeda and K. The Mogul to create a variety of songs that showcase his unique sound and style on the project. 

To listen to Frank Doto’s music, or to follow him on social media, please visit the following links: 

Facebook: Bossman Frankobama 

Instagram: dotofficial__ 

Twitter: frankdoto1 

YouTube: Everything Official Ent. 

“Don’t make it hot” – https://youtu.be/TK5D21mJ85Q 

Coach KG – Mission

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Coach KG offers inspirational message to the masses with new single ‘Mission’ 

SEATTLE, WA – For most of his life Kevin Lee Green has been someone others could count on for guidance and help. He’s been a coach to many people – both literally and figuratively. And so it makes sense that the music from Coach KG would be uplifting and motivational in ways that inspire others to chase their dreams and make the most of their lives. His latest single “Mission” is a perfect example of that.  

The first track off a forthcoming mixtape called “Time Will Tell,” it’s a song that offers the world an inside look at his life in hopes that others would see his trials and triumphs and use his story as a way to make positive decisions for themselves. It’s a story that starts on the streets of Memphis, where he grew up as a standout athlete while also struggling with hustling in the neighborhood. Watching the OGs in his neighborhood inspired him to be more successful, but a series of bad choices got him in trouble. Eventually he moved all the way across the country to Seattle, Washington, and started a new life.  

“This song is about me trying to find my way through Seattle after coming from Memphis,” Coach KG said. “I know I’ve got a purpose. Music has always been one of my loves, and I’m believing in that right now. I’m on a mission. I gotta get it. I remember messed up days – my father, Kevin Lee Green Sr., was in an unsolved homicide in late 2020 – but I’m not dwelling on those messed up days. I’m looking for better days.” 

“Mission” features a nice, smooth, steady tone with a bit of a Memphis feel to it. It’s a song that shows off his unique sound and style – a style that was inspired by some of his favorite artists in the game, such as Yo Gotti, 8Ball, MJG, and Rod Wave, who KG said is the reason he decided to pursue music professionally in the first place.  

“When I first started I didn’t know how to record, and I looked at some of his stuff,” KG said. “I record better with just me and the engineer, just like him. I create Trap music and Drill music, but also music for women and people who are just having a bad day and can’t find no luck. I want to touch on all things in the industry, and I want people to understand that Coach KG is versatile.” 

In addition to music, Coach KG has also started his own shoe company and youth training program called KG Urban Athletics. He’s making a splash on the music scene in big ways, and will follow up “Mission” with two more singles on June 12 and June 26. To listen to his music, or to follow him on social media, please visit the following links: 

https://www.facebook.com/headhuncoKG 

https://www.instagram.com/p/CPYcgRmFKL1/?utm_medium=copy_link 

https://www.instagram.com/p/CPYuSOVH_7q/?utm_medium=copy_link 

https://twitter.com/coapcoachkg/status/1392033765967286272?s=21 

https://www.snapchat.com/add/coach_kg1 

https://youtube.com/channel/UCvLNDgRaPSOz1-oEQvOCNUg 

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMecqPWBV/ 

DayToday Craze – Complaints

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Young artist encourages audiences to embrace today with new EP ‘Free Energy’

ORLANDO, FL – DayToday Craze is a new up-and-coming artist from Orlando whose new single “Complaints” is the perfect introduction to his unique sound and style. Already in his young career he’s an artist who has opened for Lil Boosie and Lil Webbie, and he’s also rubbed shoulders with his hero 50 Cent and MMG’s Gunplay. His energy as a rising artist is electrifying and unmatched, and couples with a warm and welcoming approach that connects with a wide audience. He passionately strives to be the new leader for the next generation, and his music serves as an influential vehicle for that leadership.  

With “Complaints,” DayToday Craze offers fans a real Pop-type vibe with a dancehall feel with tons of energy. It’s ready-made for the clubs or for summer parties, or even just for hanging out with friends on the back porch or around the pool. But that doesn’t mean it’s a song with shallow lyrics. In point of fact, the song has deep meanings that will give listeners something much more poignant to grab onto.  

“The idea was to create a song that brought feel-good energy but still allowed you to feel that rhythm that makes you want to move,” he said. “It’s vibrations that come with a message. I was thinking big when I made the song – like worldwide. It has that international feel because I’m not trying to be miniscule with anything I’m doing. And this has a message that I think anyone in the world can connect with.” 

Ultimately, the song is about a woman who has everything she could ever ask for, but she still complains about the things that make her unhappy. DayToday Craze said he hopes people will listen to it and learn to appreciate the blessings they have in their lives and stop looking for the greener grass on the other side of the hill.  

In addition to “Complaints,” DayToday Craze has also dropped an EP called “Free Energy,” which is currently available across all streaming platforms. It’s a conglomerate of songs that present different energy in a variety of ways. The songs on the project invite listeners to dance, or vibe out, or just chill, in various ways. DayToday Craze said they embrace the vibrations that people are surrounded by and the spiritual things we come across in our day-to-day lives.  

“I wanted to embed that feeling into all the songs on the EP,” he said. “Every day is something new – a new high or a powerful new moment. I don’t live in tomorrow or yesterday, I live in now. And what we can do now to make a change for tomorrow and better days for the future is what my music is all about. It’s bigger than merely being a hype guy or someone who makes good vibrations. I want my music to remind people that they still have now. Yesterday is over with, and you don’t have to worry about tomorrow, because right now is important.” 

DayToday Craze said he plans to follow up his EP with a full album called “Closed Circuit” later this year. Until then, he plans to drop some videos for the singles on the EP.

To listen to his music, or to follow him on social media, please visit the following links: 
https://music.apple.com/us/album/complaints-mastered-version-single/1570354942
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_md6abCC3rY8nZrZdWywdO2-1PmUuQ3S7Q 
https://youtu.be/vi1LqAq2-a0 
https://mobile.twitter.com/daytodaycraze 
INSTAGRAM: DAYTODAY CRAZE 
FACEBOOK: DAYTODAY CRAZE 

Ivoree Xavier – Wish You Well

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Ivoree Xavier parlays success with NBC’s ‘The Voice’ into successful career, launches hot new single ‘Wish you Well’ 

LOS ANGELES, CA – Many people can relate to the experience of just being over someone they used to be infatuated with. All of that passion and desire somehow goes away – oftentimes fading slowly over time, but in rare occasions flashing away in an instant. But there’s always a moment of clarity when you realize you’re over them, and in some cases you’re so over them that you don’t even want to wish them well. 

That’s the sentiment captured perfectly on the new single from West Coast artist Ivoree Xavier. His new hit “Wish You Well” is an upbeat Pop groove with a little bit of aggression in it. Paired with a stellar music video shot at the Museum of Dream Space in LA and Tiger Lab Studios in Van Nuys, the song and its visuals evoke a vibrant display of emotions. The video is so over-saturated with color, in fact, that already its getting buzz for its audaciousness, and compared to big hits like Rihana and Calvin Harris’ “This is what you Came for.”  

“The exhibit at the museum is one of those art exhibits with different rooms and different installations,” Ivoree said. “The video is me interacting with those installations and dancing around, almost like you’re taking the journey with me through this relationship that ends with you finally realizing how over them you are. You’re so over them that you don’t want to wish them any type of well. You’re just over them – like, ‘F*ck you bitch! This is stupid!’” 

“Wish You Well” is just the latest hit from this young star who has already made a major splash on the national stage after auditioning for NBC’s “The Voice” on two separate occasions. Born and raised in Akron, Ohio, Ivoree began singing at a young age and fondly remembers the times when he and his family would ride around in the car singing together. He has developed his voice into a powerhouse, mastering the full vocal range – from falsetto to bass – and enabling him to mold any genre to his own unique sound and style. Inspired primarily by Pop, R&B, Soul and Rock, Ivoree brings a fresh perspective through his music. His debut project – formerly under the stage name Beedabee – has amassed more than 1 million streams and has landed him a feature on the Reuter’s sign in Times Square. As his journey in music continues, he’s ready to take things to the next level. 

“Without music, I know I wouldn’t be here today,” he said. “If not for certain songs or artists, I would have ended up in a different place. I want to be that voice for others who are going through certain situations, and I hope they can turn on one of my songs and realize it’s all gonna be OK.” 

To listen to Ivoree Xavier’s music, or to follow him on social media, please visit the following links: 

https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/dBUa3VJbkz7RcCmt5 

www.instagram.com/ivoreexavier  

www.twitter.com/ivoreexavier    

All social media handles are @ivoreexavier 

VI The Boss – Issues

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Old-school Hip-Hop meets new-school sound on impressive new project from Chicago rapper VI The Boss 

CHICAGO, IL – The things people will do for money can sometimes be so despicable that they would make most people cringe. There’s even a passage in the Bible that warns against the love of money, calling it “The Root of all Evil.” That’s also the title of the new EP from Chicago rapper VI The Boss. The six-song project that’s currently available across all streaming platforms is an exploration of the crazy things people will do to get ahead, and the consequences that come from a life lived in pursuit of the next dollar. 

VI The Boss is an artist who brings back the old school style with a modern twist. Over the course of his career he’s established himself as a big player in the music industry. Already well-known in his local scene, VI The Boss is expanding to new audiences with his mainstream appeal. Both timely and timeless, his rhythmic beats are layered with catchy lyrics and clever wordplay. He incorporates hip-hop and R&B vibes with his melodic raps, resulting in tracks that bump. 

“If you actually listen to my music, I’m saying something,” he said. “This day and age you can say whatever you want to – anybody can rap – but what I bring to the table is rare. I got some little fun vibes and I harmonize and stuff like that. I’m also a boss … legitimately. I own three LLCs and have my own clothing line company and my own record label and my own recording studio. I’ve got a lot of things going on right now, and this new project is just the tip of the iceberg.” 

VI The Boss is setting himself apart from the new age. With a variety of songs in his impressive catalog, he is bringing back familiar topics with a fresh perspective. His music is relatable, honest and real. VI writes from the heart, taking the lessons he has learned and redistributing his wisdom to the masses. VI The Boss is ushering in the next generation of sound with his urban pop. His artistry and craft have evolved, and his sound appeals to today’s younger generation with feel-good club music.  

Take the standout single “Issues,” for instance. As the debut single from the EP, the song talks about betrayal and snitches and the consequences that come from back-stabbing your brother. Produced by Riffe God, it’s the perfect song to show the world how this veteran of the game is bringing a new sound to the industry. He follows that with “I Need You,” which has more of a trap vibe underneath a love ballad. Both songs are just the entry point to a project that brings a powerful new sound to the stage. 

“Ultimately I want my music to be known for being inspirational,” VI said. “If I can do it, you can do it. I came from nothing – I was literally sleeping in staircases – and look at where I’m at now. You can do the same thing. You’ve just got to stay focused and never give up.” 

To listen to VI The Boss’ music, or to follow him on social media, please visit the following links: 

@vitheboss – Twitter

https://open.spotify.com/artist/6K2uBkTEUZAWKlOQ9Zscr7?autoplay=true&source_application=google_assistant

V.I The Boss – YouTube

V.I THE BOSS (@vitheboss) • Instagram photos and videos 

Kev The Pope – Come Up

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Kev The Pope showcases catchy melodies against bouncy vibe on hot new track ‘Come Up’ 

BROOKLYN, NY – Swaggy bounce set against a laid-back vibe sets the stage for the hot new single from East Coast artist Kev the Pope. “Come Up” is a chill summer groove that perfectly showcases the amazing skill of this fast-rising artist, while also introducing the world to an amazing young talent in 16-year-old producer Meloun Joe. It’s a song that comes on the heels of Kev The Pope’s successful EP “Life Is Good,” which made waves all around the world in 2020 and has propelled him into another level of success in his career as a musician. In fact, it was that project that put him on the radar of Meloun Joe, who actually lives in the Czech Republic.  

“He found me because of my last EP and messaged me on Instagram,” Kev The Pope said. “He said he had a beat package for me, and when he sent it I was blown away. ‘Come Up’ was one of the first songs I made with him. As soon as I heard it I had the song right away. I came up with it in five minutes and recorded it the next day. We shot the video for it in four hours a week later. It’s the perfect song to describe where I’m at right now in my career. I’m on the come up to reaching the next height in my career, but I have so much more work to be done.” 

Kev The Pope is a multi-talented artist who got his name from the late emcee Sean Price. His mission as a musician is to surround himself with positive energy, and in fact his name stands for Please Only Positive Energy, something the New York rapper knows is vital to achieving his goals. 

Kev got an early start in the music industry. After high school he began pursuing music full time and interned at a recording studio in Brooklyn. He started writing music for other artists, and in 2017 he released his first solo “Where I Came From.” In 2018 he released his first album “Crazy Weird Cool Love,” which had features from Troy Ave, Skyzoo, and Jav. In 2020 he released his EP “Life Is Good,” and already in 2021 he’s been hard at work developing a new EP “Life Is Good 2” with Meloun Joe serving as the producer.  

“I’m doing a whole series with that title,” Kev said. “With this one it shows my progress and how I’m elevating. Part 1 was showing that life was good but I’m still working and grinding to get to where I want to be. Part 2 shows you that life is good, but I’m still on the come up. This one has some features on it to see that I’m working with more people and growing as an artist, and it’s all produced by Meloun Joe, so it has a different feel than the last one.” 

Kev said he hopes his music will ultimately be known for being timeless and influential. “Come Up” is the kind of song that will help him get in front of a larger global audience, and it’s catchy melodies and bouncy vibe are sure to inspire people in a myriad of ways.  

“That’s true of all my music – it’s something that people can gravitate to,” he said. “My music is motivational and inspirational and has content that’s teaching you something.” 

To listen to Kev The Pope’s music, or to follow him on social media, please visit the following links: 

YouTube: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jTlRtllREE 

Spotify: 

https://open.spotify.com/album/1TzeKj4hh07cec1DoapiaC?si=2Rnb-wPcRei_owxTmzdIKQ 

IG (@kevthepope) 

https://www.instagram.com/kevthepope/ 

TWITTER (@kevthepope) 

https://mobile.twitter.com/kevthepope/

Whiteboi Splash – Dust It Off

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International sensation sets the stage for next viral dance challenge with new single ‘Dusted Off’ 

HOUSTON, TX – Cayden Pipken – also known as Whiteboi Splash– is a fast-rising young talent out of Houston, Texas, whose upbeat dance-style music is setting the South on fire. His latest hit “Dust It Off” is a dance-worthy track that is sure to become a TikTok viral sensation. Collaborating with fellow artist Mighty Bay – who is featured on the single – to make a dance challenge with the song, Whiteboi Splash uses the song to push past the negativity that has hounded him throughout his young career and propel himself into the realms of global stardom. 

“It’s a song about dusting off the haters and all the bad energy,” said Nick Johnson of Clutch Life Entertainment (Whiteboi Splash’s manager). “The video will be a fun, upbeat vibe that shows him dressed up as a janitor dusting things off and setting up the dance challenge. We’re sure it’s going to be the next major dance craze.” 

Whiteboi Splash started off as a dancer and got his interest in making music while working with other artists in the industry over the years. About two-and-a-half years ago, he started writing and recording his own music, and he hasn’t looked back since. He’s already had the opportunity to open for major artists such as Dababy, NLE Choppa, Quinn NFN, Riff Raff, and Sauce Walka. And he’s gained major attention across social media platforms like Instagram and Triller. He even caught the attention of the legendary P Diddy, who messaged him on Instagram to congratulate him on his success.  

Parlaying that early success into more songs, Whiteboi Splash has made a name for himself doing Triller and TikTok challenges, many of them going viral and setting him up as a truly international artist. Featuring an old-school vibe with a new-school twist, his sound is one-of-a-kind. He loves to perform in the middle of the Pop and Hip Hop lane, and almost always creates music that is fun, upbeat and exciting.  

“We’re making turn-up music,” Johnson said. “He’s making music that relates to a younger audience and is dance-worthy. We’re always looking out for what will play best next, and he has even more singles ready to go this year.” 

Johnson said the next single on the table for Whiteboi Splash is a song called “Supervisor” which is set to be distributed across all streaming platforms in the next month.  

To listen to his music, or to follow him on social media, please visit the following links: 

https://www.instagram.com/whiteboisplash/
https://twitter.com/itsreallycayden 

https://open.spotify.com/artist/7pSu7K1zUXnlG1VmqlrFwP?si=Xd2X9tjgQ-aslCmzQ06-dg 

Reigng – French (feat. Ashley Pater)

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 South Florida producer creates trippy, lo-fi, airy take on hip-hop with new single ‘French’ 

MIAMI, FL – A chill track paired with hard-hitting 808s comes together for a unique new take on the R&B/hip-hop fusion with the new single “French” from Miami-based artist Reigng. This modern-day love song has a definitive hip-hop feel, thanks to the beats produced by Reigng, but its chill, laid-back vibe is distinctly R&B and perfectly suits the one-of-a-kind vocals of UK artist Shango SK. The two linked up through a mutual friend in the music industry, and collaborated with a third artist named Ashley Pater from Canada to create this soon-to-be-hit that’s slated to drop across all streaming platforms on June 4.  

For years, Reigng has been producing beats that have been embraced by other artists. His style is one that focuses on getting a clean sound and he never sticks to any one genre. Instead, he lets the music speak to him, and his organic process can flow through anything from R&B to lo-fi to hip-hop and even rock or country, at times.  

“My grandmother used to call me a jack of all trades because I would never stick to any one thing – I was always doing something different,” Reigng said. “I’ve tried to incorporate that into my music style, as well. Someone who reigns is like a ruler or a leader or the alpha, and me putting an extra g on the end of the name is like saying that I’m the leader of all different genres. But at the end of the day I hope my music is unpredictable. No one should ever really know what it is I’m releasing. The main thing I’d like to focus on is bringing a kind of trippy, lo-fi, airy take on hip-hop and R&B. And I’d really like to get to be known for this kind of soundscape sound, which people will hear with this new single ‘French.’” 

Reigng said he first got into music when he was a child. His father played saxophone and was a DJ around town, and Reigng said he recalls many mornings during his childhood when his father would wake up the family by playing the sax. He experimented with music on his own throughout his teenage years, and then five years ago he and a cousin were messing around with beats and when he played one of his productions for his cousin, the response was far more exciting than he’d ever imagined. The encouragement he received made him want to dive even more deeply into music, and he hasn’t looked back since.  

“Since then I’ve been working on releasing some instrumentals – synth-wave beats that are very lo-fi,” he said. “In 2021, I want to jump right back into hip-hop, and I already have sessions set up with local artists in Miami. A lot of artists will reach out to me via Instagram or email for collaborations, which is great because I really love to work with other artists. I’m definitely looking for a more international sound and alliances.” 

To listen to Reigng’s music, or to follow him on social media, please visit the following links: 

https://www.instagram.com/reigng_/
https://twitter.com/reigngmusic
https://m.facebook.com/reigngmusic
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK-DfvUP3C8iE8Nx8km7i9w
https://m.soundcloud.com/reigng
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/reigng/1447779811
https://open.spotify.com/artist/3sUWrd3Id2c0CM1Ech3oAS?si=sVy0Q4bPRtWL-u3DZTatyQ