Heartbreak Redd is a versatile up coming artist based out of Miami, Florida. Redd is originally from Trinidad and you can feel the influence of their culture through his accent, lingo, and world play. Today, Heartbreak Redd released a new banger entitled ‘Medulla’ featuring Flanka. This track is definitely something you should pay attention to especially if you’re looking for something different and dope. ‘Medulla’ is available on all digital streaming platforms. This record is accompanied by an eye catching visual available on VEVO and airing soon on national
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Freaky17, former member of the JDBoyz, is now his own solo empire. The Florida native grew up in Atlanta on the east side Zone 6. A graduate of Redan High School, where he was voted most popular and eligible bachelor.
Now Freaky17 is an astounding entrepreneur along with his brother TP operating a successful luxury car lot,Top Notch Luxury Motors, in Decatur, GA. Freaky17 is also the CEO of his own label along with partner Ceo-Loki of Top Notch Music Group. Freaky17 is managed by business partner SuggaENT.
He is no stranger to the industry and has been mastering his craft for several years creating many great hits such as “Fox5”, “Expensive Taste”, “Allotta” & “ApeShit” which had over 20K views on mymixtapez!
Freaky17 talents are unparalleled in the industry as he is a phenomenal creator of all his music. Stay tuned for more but for now check out his latest releases “Slayed”, “Racks On The Floor”, & “We The Wave”.
“James Baley delivers a message universal enough for the church, the club, or the vogue ballroom.” – The New Yorker
Today Juno Award-winning musician and multi-disciplinary artist James Baley releases the new single “Banishment” from his forthcoming album A Story available on September 24th, 2021. This single marks the re-emergence of James Baley into the spotlight after being recognized for supporting, writing and recording with a diverse range of celebrated Canadian-based artists including July Talk (Baley is credited as a co-writer/co-producer on their recent Juno-winning, Pray For It), Zaki Ibrahim, U.S. Girls, Badge Epoque Ensemble, and Azari, with whom he collaborated on “Gotasoul” garnering them a Juno Award nomination for Dance Recording of the Year in 2019.
Baley’s new single “Banishment” is an urgent, hard hitting track that fuses gospel vocals with house and ballroom sensibilities, and acts as a call to celebration of freedom for Black queer community members, and the need to break away. Banishment is also Baley’s first solo house/ballroom track and features guest Twysted Miyake-Mugler the celebrated Vogue performer and co-founder of the Toronto Kiki Ballroom Alliance. “[Banishment] is about being banished from the (religious) communities that raised you and moving through the mix of feelings that come with grief,” explains Baley. “In the context of this song, Banishment is not a punishment, but rather an opportunity to explore and move closer to one’s truth and destiny. Inspired by my queer experience, Banishment speaks to my journey and the consequences that come with choosing authenticity…it will get you up and leave you wanting more.” Despite the pandemic-fuelled challenges of 2020, Baley was still fortunate enough to be featured on one long-listed (Badge Époque Ensemble) and one short-listed (U.S. Girls) 2020 Polaris Music Prize album. During the spring of 2021 Baley stayed busy having released two singles (“Saviour”, “On My Mind”) from his forthcoming album A Story, and performed at Pride Toronto’s 40th anniversary closing ceremony. By sharing compelling stories through his vulnerable lyrics, Baley combines his R&B, gospel, and electronic music influences to create soulful and reflective dance tracks for the church, club and vogue ballroom.
J Trice offers inside look at a girl’s POV of the streets with string of raw new singles
BUFFALO, NY – Jessica “J Trice” Swain is a woman who won’t give up. With her back against the wall after her grandmother died, this young woman from Buffalo, New York has been through more difficult situations than most people could ever imagine. But she’s pushed through those hardships and uses those experiences as the foundation for her unique style of music – something that’s one part Fantasia and one part Michel’le and all parts her own signature style.
That style is put on full display with her latest string of singles, starting with the hit R&B track “Extendo Shutdown.” Written about an ex-lover, the song is a vocal showcase of her natural talents as a singer, but also a great demonstration of her ability to weave witty lyrics as a songwriter. It’s almost like her mouth is a weapon and the words are her ammunition as she shoots bullets of aggressive vitriol toward a selfish and unsupportive ex-boyfriend.
“He’s selfish and stuck in his ways and he wants her to watch him shine and her to be nothing,” J Trice said of the single. “But she’s shutting him down. A lot of people tell me that my voice stands out right away as soon as they hear it, but they also tell me I talk about experiences that other people can relate to. People say I’m open-minded. I speak up, and this song shows that. But life is short, and so many things have already happened in my life that I don’t want to be left dead in the ground with my talent left to waste. So I’m gonna say what I want and sing what I want and hopefully people will see that I’m a girl with confidence. You’ve got to be strong out here in this world, no matter what you go through. That’s what I want people to get from my music.”
Two other singles from J Trice are currently available across all streaming platforms. The first is a song called “Yourz,” which is a more intimate love song in the R&B and Soul world that is inspired by the current man in her life. She said it’s a song many other people in relationships will be attracted to as it’s a song that says, “I’m in a relationship and I belong to him and you don’t need to worry about what we have together.”
The other single is “BangN,” which J Trice said has more of an old-school vibe that was inspired by Jamie Foxx’s “Blame It On The Alcohol.” Of the three singles she has recently released, this one in particular is the most fun and upbeat, and she said she’s certain it will draw some attention to her during the summer months.
J Trice said she has more than 100 singles already put together, many of which she plans to release over the next years. Eventually she wants to put out an album tentatively called “Precisely Ripe,” which will be a girl’s point of view of the streets.
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Debut artist PIVE is in search of immortality with new album I Will Forever Be
SPOKANE, WA – Independent artist Ryan Mullane, better known as PIVE, is a musician who is starting his career in a big way. Having written music for much of his life, he is finally taking the plunge with the release of his first ever album. I Will Forever Be is a collection of tracks with a conscious Hip Hop sound and the goal of lasting through the generations. It is also a call to all kinds of people looking to follow their dreams, telling them that it is never too late.
“I called the album I Will Forever Be essentially with the intention of telling people that I am forever going to be this artist and this person.” His style leans into the older and more culturally relevant styles of Hip Hop, mixing the modern with the memorable to create something truly unique. “I’m trying to bring back the kind of lyrics that hit the most. You don’t hear very many songs anymore that are timeless and actually hit hard.” He is doing an amazing job of achieving this goal with the emotion and lyricism that go into each track.
Within the album there is an overlying theme of taking over. “Throughout the album, you’ll hear me refer to a circus. It is my way of saying that while it is cool that the genre has condensed into this singular sound, there is a new kind of uniqueness in the rap game now. It’s my circus and I’m taking over.” Mullane is truly taking the scene by storm with this album and the many amazing tracks that can be found on it.
Mullane has been writing music since he was only 10 years old. With more than 20 years of experience under his belt, his lyricism is truly a honed craft. Now that he has experienced life and found himself in a comfortable position, he decided it was time to finally put his hard work and writing to good use. The two singles that have already been released from the album “Music Lives” and “Girlfriends Dreams” have already received a great deal of attention and appreciation from those who have had the chance to hear them. The tracks showcase an advanced style of lyricism that is truly impressive.
In all of his tracks, Mullane focuses on showing his audience that anything is possible. “For everyone that listens to my music, I say anyone can go after their dreams if they try hard enough. It’s going to be a bitch to get through it and there will be tons of ups and downs, but if you keep pushing and believing in yourself, you’ll make something happen.
As a musician who is determined to make things happen, Mullane is already hard at work putting together Act II of the I Will Forever Be album. He is excited to release more new music and cannot wait to share his next project with the world.
Be sure to check out Ryan Mullane as PIVE on social media and stream his music. Links to all of this can be found below.
Don Billion is sharing his story through new single ‘THOTLANTA’
ATLANTA, GA – Don Billion is an up and coming artist with a story to tell. His life has been anything but easy, and after so many trials and hardships, he is finally releasing music that is true to who he is. “THOTLANTA” blends his unique style with the sounds that define the Atlanta scene. It is the perfect track to introduce this artist to the world.
Originally getting into music after the death of his cousin, who was also focused on music, Billion has been working on improving his abilities and perfecting his lyricism ever since. It was not until his release from prison, however, that he really got serious about releasing his music and pursuing a career in the industry. “When I came home from prison, everything was a lot more precise. I met up with some pretty good guys while I was behind the walls and we created a master plan.” With the whole project ready to go, all Billion had to do was execute it when he got home.
Despite “THOTLANTA” and the entire project surrounding it being completely planned out, it took Billion several attempts to record the perfect version. HIs dedication to the details in the song are easy to hear and truly make the track into what it is today. “I tried to record the song four different times, and it never turned out exactly how I wanted it to. Then one night I randomly decided to redo the entire thing and it came out perfectly for how I needed it to be for the Atlanta scene.” The song perfectly encapsulates both Billion’s unique sound and the overall vibe of Atlanta Hip Hop.
This song focuses on Billion’s life and the way that he has built himself up from where he began, while also showcasing his own culture and lifestyle as a part of the Atlanta scene. “In a way, this record is my past life. It’s a fun way to talk about my old life, so I just decided to merge all of that into a record that is actually fun and easy to listen to. It’s really just my perspective of taking a situation and making it better.” This track truly gives you a deeper insight into Billion’s past and who he really is as an artist. It’s an awesome track to get to know him with.
On top of being able to put together an amazing track, Billion is an entrepreneur. His skills both in and outside of the studio have really allowed him to reach his audience in a way that truly captures their attention. He not only releases tracks as energetic and amazing as “THOTLANTA”, Billion has also released a merch collection that is absolutely iconic. He is sure to continue to release exciting and fun tracks as well. There is no shortage of things to come from Don Billion.
Be sure to check Don Billion out on social media and listen to his music. Links to all of this can be found below.
Quietchild won’t be quiet with powerful message behind new hit single ‘Quicksand’
MADISON, WIS – The slow, sinking feeling of despair from a broken relationship is beautifully depicted in Quietchild’s new hit single, “Quicksand.”
With sounds that crossover and explore the worlds of Pop and Trap, the music duo from Wisconsin – Cuyler Monahan and Galen Austin – have just released what they proclaim is their “best song yet” on Spotify. It was written as a personal message to a friend, but was instantly realized as a form of art everyone could relate to and enjoy.
“The message was that I understand because I’ve been through the same thing,” Cuyler said. “There’s so much euphoria in a new relationship but sometimes it can end in catastrophe. Those ups and downs – sweeping changes – are life, and we get through them. This song is so much like a painting – you see it once and like it, but the more you stare at it, the more you see and the more you gain from it. We worked very hard on this song to capture this emotion of quicksand.”
Galen’s brilliant Trap beat sets the rhythm to Cuyler’s deep and intimate voice, and then the beautiful contrast that joins the melody is the sweet and angelic voice of Drew “Dru” Dravis. The energy is in the chorus, and the emotion is found in the verse.
“Dru’s voice needs to be out there in the music world and we loved her sound for ‘Quicksand,’” Cuyler said. “There aren’t a lot of artists pushing the limits right now between Pop and Trap, so there’s opportunity in that space. Galen loves making Trap beats and I love EDM so our songs compromise those elements. The best part of making music is surprising the listener – giving them something they didn’t expect to love, or find out it’s something they learn later in life how much it meant to them.”
Galen and Cuyler have come a long way since they started making music together five years ago as high schoolers. But they knew they had something special when they won the 2018 Madison Area Music Award for Youth Album of the Year for their debut album “Euphoria.” Both with musical backgrounds, the friends actually hold two very different perspectives – Galen as an incredible drummer and audio engineer, and Cuyler as a long-time pianist, writer and vocalist.
“That’s what makes music good – differences,” Cuyler said. “We can argue on a single snare sound or how to pronounce a word, but at the end of the day that’s what makes our music so unique and good. We understand the music market is pretty crowded, but there’s space for something new and exciting. I think as music evolves over time, things have changed and we’re a part of that change.”
Quietchild will continue to be everything but quiet with another hit single on the way called “Paris Riviera.” Listen for yourself and find Quietchild on the following links.
Eclectic group brings diverse culture to the Hip-hop game with first anthem ‘Bananas’
BAY AREA, CA – For the longest time RichardTheRockStar has had a vision to create a new era of Hip-Hop that represents a diverse culture influenced by the Bay Area sound from which the genre first arose. Though it’s been a long and winding road, the multi-media artist has finally captured his vision in the form of the Rockstar Gang.
Currently made up of artists Jshxtta, Baked Beka, and Mr. Cooper, the quartet works together to create an eclectic mixture of sounds against the backdrop of Hip-hop for something truly organic and unique. They’ve completed 11 tracks that they’ll be releasing over the course of the year, starting with their first hit “Bananas,” which is currently available across all streaming platforms. The song highlights the positive rebelliousness of the group as they pave a path to something different in an industry that often stifles creativity in favor of a tried-and-true cookie cutter model that is proven to bring in the money.
“Rockstar Gang has been an underground thing I’ve done with my Hip-hop career for 10 years,” Richard said. “We don’t f*ck around with any of the fake people in the industry. Too many people try to take advantage of you anymore, and I’ve seen some crazy shit over the years. We’re not anti-major-label, but the deals we have with each other are not about taking cuts from each other or double-dealing or anything like that. We come from a real rebellious place against the standard industry norm, and we want to bring a cultured, diverse hip-hop group to the table that represents something different and fresh. This is our first anthem.”
Richard said the song came together much like the group did – slowly and organically. Richard himself has been an artist operating out of the Bay Area for the better part of a decade. He’s become well known in that part of the country, and has networked with a lot of movers and shakers in entertainment. Along the way he met Beka, who is a social media influencer from the Bay Area who has been a model but also is a survivor of the streets and brings an edge to the gang. The two became friends and for seven years Richard tried to encourage her to jump on a song with him.
Similarly, Richard ran into Jshxtta while working in the studio one day with well-known producer Mr. Cooper – who is a friend of Tas Prestige, owner of Temple Studios where the group recorded the album. The young Jshxtta had been experimenting with music and trying to decide if a recording career was something he wanted to pursue full-time. When he and Richard met, their shared passion for originality and eclectic energy was immediately apparent, and they haven’t looked back since.
“From the first time I met him I recognized him as the kind of guy who comes to the studio to just sit there and learn,” Richard said of Jxhxtta. “He’ll just be there because he wants it. I’ve been like that. I love his style he brings from The Bay. With Cooper, he brings that boom-bap that has a good energy. He’s like a hype man, too. He’s fun to be around. And then Beka is someone I’ve been friends with a long time. I’ve always been a fan of her as an influencer and a model – she’s really branded herself as an icon for where we’re from – and I believe in her art and her talent. Ultimately we just want to be known as a group that brings their individual energy and vibe to the table to create something special. It’s not cookie-cutter, it’s unique. It’s like The New Revolution or Snap from the 90s, or The Roots or Black Eyed Peas of today – those groups you see that you want to see more of every person and you love the way they interact together. We bring culture and love and a clear message that we’ll treat you well and make sure you feel valued. You don’t have to do anything opposite of what you want to do in your life.”
Richard said each of the artists also have individual projects they’re working on that should release later this year. Collectively they’ll be shooting more videos for the singles they want to release throughout the year, starting with the next single “We Getting It,” which is currently available on all streaming platforms, as well.
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Willy Matéo encourages others to embrace their individuality with new EP ‘Denim’
PITTSBURGH, PA – Like many artists around the world, Willy Matéo turns to music as an outlet for all the things he can’t communicate in his normal, everyday life. His latest EP “Denim” is a perfect example of how this Pop and R&B artist uses music to pour out raw emotion in ways that are intriguing and connecting with fans all over the world. His songs are youthful with a grown and sexy tone, and his natural vibrato will give you chills. It’s impossible not to catch a vibe to his melodic rhythm and ballads, and “Denim” perfectly showcases a variety of flavors that fit many different vibes.
“Ultimately it’s a project that lets me get out all the things I couldn’t before,” Matéo said. “I’m usually the bigger person in situations and so I normally don’t say how I feel. This EP gives me closure on what happened with relationships in the past – on things I did wrong and others did wrong. And it’s a way to explore how I can make my next relationship better.”
Across five tracks, Matéo brings a mixture of R&B and Pop alongside a deep, rich voice that pairs perfectly with his witty wordplay. Sometimes he introduces an affected rasp into his music for a more gravelly edge, while other times he lifts his vocals into a higher range for a falcetto feel.
The stand-out single from the project is a song called “Alt. Facts.” It’s a song about calling someone out on their lies. Matéo said it has a cool and laid-back vibe that feels like it was pulled from the upbeat jazzy atmosphere of the 1960s. But the lyrics on the song are aggressive, and the way he sings is aggressive. He’s letting people know what he thinks and how he feels.
Ultimately Matéo said he wants to connect with anyone who feels like they’re different or “weird.” His music and art is meant to inspire others and help them embrace their individuality. With a voice and sound that’s unique in and of itself, his music is definitely the kind that connects with people who consider themselves to be on the fringes of society.
“The message I want to put out there for all is that it’s OK to be different and weird,” he said. “It’s OK to be the person that nobody understands. You’re different for a reason. Just because you think and are different doesn’t make you any less of a person. I’ve had life experiences where I’ve always been the outcast and the loner, and with my music I want to inspire people to dare to be different.”
Matéo’s music is currently available across all streaming platforms.
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Claudia Lopez releases gorgeous debut album as a reflection of grief
MIAMI, FL – Claudia Lopez is a Cuban-American artist who has been in love with music since day one. With a soulful sound that draws from a variety of artistic influences, she is able to truly create magic. Her most recent release is her debut album created to tell the loved one she’s lost all about the time they have spent apart. This album digs deep into the mind and heart of its creator to show something that is simply untouchable. “Running Out of Time” is truly a gorgeous album with an amazing story and message.
After the passing of her cousin Jennifer Cordero, who she often refers to as her sister, she suddenly became a pillar for her family, having to pick up the pieces of a heartbroken family. This never gave her the chance to grieve the loss of someone so close to her, it was not until the forced pause that COVID-19 brought on did she really have the chance to sit down and explore her emotions, which were later turned into songs and finally a full album. “I found myself in the midst of a global pandemic, just wishing that I could fill her in on this crazy life right now. Then it clicked for me. This is how I was going to tell her what was going on, and include how much I needed her and what a hole I had, because she was gone.” This was truly a beautiful and inspiring way for Lopez to share not only her story but her love for someone so important to her.
“Running Out of Time” is truly an album to show the importance of time and using it to your every advantage. “Right after she passed, the very first song that I wrote was “Next Life,” because I just feel like we didn’t have that conversation. We never thought that we needed to have that conversation where I was like, ‘If there is an afterlife, I need you to choose me again, as your sister. I need us to be us again’. We never had that talk because we were so young, but, I suddenly felt like we didn’t make this clear, and if I had just one more day with her, I would have told her ‘Please choose me in your next life, because I’m going to choose you’. Not only does the album discuss the importance of using your time well, it shares the growth that Lopez has seen in the four years since losing her loved one.
It is truly obvious that Lopez’s entire heart went into creating this album. From the writing to the performance and production, she has put her love and care into creating every bit of this album, and you can hear it in every track. This album is something that you experience your own grief through, no matter what that may be. It is simply an amazing project.
Leading up to the release of the album, Lopez plans to drop a few singles to help get people excited about the hard work and dedication that she has put into this project. Be sure to keep an eye out for these releases and be ready for the release of “Running Out of Time” in August 2021.
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