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Talia Justina – You Got Me

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Talia Justina displays impressive talent on hot new single ‘You Got Me’ 

LOS ANGELES, CA – There are a lot of genres in the world of music, and a lot of talented people making music in those genres. Talia Justina is trying to create something new. 

After a decade of exploring new sounds and finding her unique voice, she’s landed on a signature style that certainly makes a case for originality. That talented display of artistry is put on full display with her impressive new single “You Got Me.” 

Currently available across all streaming platforms, “You Got Me” is a song that takes its influence from a variety of genres – Pop, Rock, R&B and more – yet finds itself in a place that’s hard to pinpoint with a specific title. The wavy intro makes way for Talia’s soaring vocals, and when the beat drops listeners are immediately hooked. You can’t help but bounce with the groove and Talia takes you on a ride. The slow jam summer hit feels like an elevated take on Pop legends like Ariana Grande, making it a smash that’s just waiting for the world to catch on. 

“It’s a song that’s about a relationship that’s sustainable and almost relentless in the way that it lasts,” Talia said. “I feel like there’s a lot of bad energy in music today, and I really wanted to express something about how there can be that one person that you just know when you’re with them it can last. There’s not a lot of representation like that in music right now, and I wanted to showcase something different.” 

Talia has been singing her whole life and got a first-hand education in music as she watched her mother – a professional musician – sing at events and on cruise ships for much of her childhood. She made it her goal to pursue music, as well, and her biggest opportunity came at a young age when she was discovered by her manager Jason Charles at only age 10. Charles and his business partner, EIF, have helped develop Talia into one of the fastest-rising young talents in the world. EIF has also worked as the primary producer for her music, and helped craft the masterpiece that is “You Got Me.” Talia considers them to be her family, and together the three of them have created something special with her signature style. 

“I want people to instantly know it’s me they’re listening to,” Talia said. “My voice is distinct. You can’t confuse me with anyone else you’re listening to today. I would only hope and dream to be known as a legacy. More than anything I hope I’m an artist who is known for embracing her individuality. I also want to be known as a voice for the youth – inspiring them to create whatever they set their minds to. That’s all I want to do for the rest of my life – create what I love and encourage others to create what they love, as well.” 

Talia said she and her team are working on putting together an EP this year, with more singles set to release within the next few months. To listen to Talia Justina’s music, or to follow her on social media, please visit the following links: 

https://open.spotify.com/track/1jRT5XiBFOKJUN9MeC3VuT?si=sNtqW98IRrexYuWkrYfFqQ&dl_branch=1 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7rqsGa5owIk 

Don Private – Lessons

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Don Private uses second chance on life to inspire others to learn from his hard ‘Lessons’ 

FAYETTEVILLE, NC – Don Private is a prolific storyteller who paints vivid pictures with his pithy bars and distinctive voice. In 2020 he offered the world his debut EP “1229,” introducing audiences to his signature style and perfect blend of sharp, solid lyrics spilled over sturdy, hypnotic beats. Currently streaming on all digital music platforms, “1229” is a tour du force of sound and style that has been bringing in an ever-widening global fanbase for this young up-and-coming rapper. This year he followed that up with the release of his sophomore project “1229Empire,” and his debut single from that EP, “Lessons,” is making waves all around the world. 

With a hard-driving, fast-paced, rapid-fire flow, Don Private showcases a unique skill as a rapper on top of a nice, bouncy beat with “Lessons.” Coupled with a fun, piano-driven background melody, the song is an intriguing juxtaposition of bouncy fun and aggressive energy. It’s a song that talks about this unique artist’s struggle – getting sentenced to 13 years in prison on a murder charge when he was only 17 years old. Now out of prison, he’s using his natural gifts as a musician to inspire others to learn from his hard-learned lessons. 

“I’ve taken my bumps and bruises and kept my dignity and honor along the way,” he said. “I could come out of all of that and look people in the eye and stand tall and tell people younger than me what to do and what not to do to succeed in life. With my music I can paint a vivid picture. I know where you’re going right now, but let me give you this dream. I learned a lesson, and you can learn from me. I’m thankful for all my blessings and just want to share that with as many people as possible.” 

Don said he honestly doesn’t know what he’d be doing today if it wasn’t for music. Once a young bull tied to the streets and the struggle, music is the thing that literally transformed his life and took him down a healthier path.  

“I’m so passionate about my music and sharing my message and my vision with the world,” he said. “Imma play Picasso in this industry. My music isn’t like most in the mainstream today. I spit from the heart. This shit here is authentic. It’s not a gimmick created to sell streams. Hip hop is beautiful. It made a way for street niggas like me to escape their environment and live life. I’m grateful for the second chance. I’m definitely thrilled about this new project. Ya’ll gonna really feel this one.” 

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

Instagram: @donprivate1229 

https://www.instagram.com/donprivate1229/

YouTube: 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3TJsGp30RAUuIEkP6n48yw 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnf20ODKchyVgY4-psutgIQ 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Lit3Ie409o&list=OLAK5uy_kmILYs3kqlbayd6wBg4_pOp-remCRwACs&index=2

Goldmouf and Nubian Queen – Pressure

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Hood love takes center stage on hot new EP ‘Trap Love’ from Goldmouf and Nubian Queen

ATLANTA, GA – A love story from the streets takes center stage on the latest hit EP from Atlanta-based artists Goldmouf and Nubian Queen. “Trap Love” tells the story of this rap couple who struggles together, has come up together, and has been shining as artists in the industry together. Across six songs the project gives fans an inside look at this couple’s life experiences – from the time they first met each other outside a restaurant, to today as they grind together in Atlanta, Georgia.  

“We’re sure a lot of people can relate to this music because it’s all about dealing with life and how hard it can be and dealing with those things together,” Nubian Queen said. “It’s about loving each other and two people coming together through a love of music. Each song is like a story. This is what we do all day, every day. It comes natural to us and it’s just an unbeatable match. People love us together.” 

Goldmouf and Nubian Queen were artists in their own rights before they ever met and started working together. Nubian Queen has been an entrepreneur most of her life, and she had a business that sold wellness juices when the two of them first met. She was outside a restaurant trying to sell her product when Goldmouf was there eating lunch. They started talking with one another, and shared social media information. Through social media they realized they both had a love for music, and he eventually asked her out on a date. 

“She stood me up on the first date because she said she fell asleep,” Goldmouf said. “But she promised that she’d come the second time, and she did. We were both vibing to the music on that date and really clicked together, and from that point on she’s stuck by my side ever since.” 

Goldmouf calls their relationship a “Trap love,” and like many other couples in the world it’s a love that endures hardships together and grows stronger through those challenges. The music they create together echoes that deep bond. It’s music that talks about the struggles of life, but against a vibe that is catchy and makes listeners want to bop their heads. You listen to their music and you feel good. Take their debut single “Pressure,” for instance. It’s a song with a nice bounce, and listeners will definitely feel the South in the way they rap. The music video for the single – shot in Atlanta’s historic Fourth Ward area – adds to the story this couple tells through the music. 

“It’s a song that’s an instant hit,” Goldmouf said. “We knew it as soon as we heard the beat. We didn’t even have to think about it. Once a beat like that comes on you already know in your mind that it’s something great that’s gonna blow up. We just feel like it’s a song that came from a true place and people can relate to it.” 

The entire “Trap Love” EP is currently available across all streaming platforms.

To listen to Goldmouf and Nubian Queen’s music, or to follow them on social media, please visit the following links: 

https://youtu.be/8fiyaP_ig24   

https://www.instagram.com/nubianqueen_goldmouf/
Twitter: @GoldmoufNubian 

https://mobile.twitter.com/GoldmoufNubian 

OG Daddy Kory Kane – Butterfly

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OG Daddy Kory Kane offers inspirational track with fresh new groove ‘Butterfly’ 

CLEVELAND, OH – Kory Kane is the voice of a generation. This fearless wordsmith and multi-talented rapper isn’t afraid to break the norms and push the boundaries of possibilities. Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, his drive, focus and tenacity have led him to become a relentless and emerging force in the independent hip-hop circuit. He makes music that’s driven by a desire to motivate, inspire and tell his story his way. 

His latest single “Butterfly” is an up-close and personal take on his journey as both a man and an artist. The mid-tempo R&B and hip-hop fusion combines rapid-fire high hats over the top of a slow-moving groove, and then when Kory Kane jumps in his gravelly vocals take the listener on surprising and welcoming twist in the journey. 

“I’m pushing the envelope with this one,” Kory Kane said. “It’s a Trap beat you can move to. I don’t want to be preachy or wordy, but at the same time I don’t want to do what everyone else is doing. The idea for the song came from when I was talking to a lady who’s a Tarot card reader. She was talking about the White Butterfly card and explaining about the transformation I was going through at the time. I had just lost my mom and I didn’t want to make music, but I decided to pick it back up and talk about how I felt. She told me that the butterfly represent transformation – it’s the only crawler that turns into a flyer. It goes through so many changes – a lot of them hard changes – to become something fully realized. That’s a perfect metaphor of my own journey.” 

Also known as OG Daddy and Master of Miracles, Kory Kany grew up as a musically inclined child. Inspired by his father, who was a singer and writer, he quickly established music as the vehicle by which he would express himself. He joined a rap group at age 13, and they successfully competed in MTV MC Battles and the Coca-Cola True Talent Tour, which they won. This earned them a performance in California at Magic Johnson’s event.  

Over the years, Kory Kane has overcome adversity and turbulence. He articulates that pain in his music and today imparts valuable life lessons in his lyrics. The impact of his music can be likened to a life coach stitching bars together on the most innovative beats. He uses his experiences and musical acumen to create a unique sound. He cites jazz icons such as John Coltrane and Miles Davis, as well as early R&B artists such as Sam Cooke and Ray Charles, as his biggest inspirations. Overall, his main ambition is to make music that has a fun and creative vibe. 

“I’m the new formula for Hop-hop Trap Conscious music,” he said. “I want to be known as someone who is inspiring. I want my music to be something that inspires someone to be motivated, in a way. Maybe something someone works out to, or gives people energy. I also want it to be thought-provoking. You can listen to it when you don’t feel good and it can inspire you. I love when I hear a song that inspires me. When someone can repeat something you’ve said because it’s been inspirational for them – I love that.” 

Kory Kane said he’s working on completing a seven-song EP called “Luv SKool,” which should come out later this summer. He’d also like to release another project later this year that he’s tentatively calling “Rap Camp.” And he has recently released a line of designer shoes called Red Mafia. 

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

instagram - https://www.instagram.com/realogdaddy/ 

Twitter- https://twitter.com/KoryK100 

facebook- https://www.facebook.com/koryk100  

YouTube – Https://www.youtube.com/therealkorykane 

Red Mafia Shoes – https://www.aliveshoes.com/red-mafia-2 

 - Butterfly –https://open.spotify.com/track/35a1JBOXkL2CkWrQKNAE3G?si=73139ae289a34557 

https://youtu.be/4PYeBoR0w_g 

Akasha Rah – RIP Stalker

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Healer and spiritualist offers emotional release through new single ‘RIP Stalker’ 

LOS ANGELES, CA – Akasha Rah is not just a musician or even just an artist – she’s a healer and spiritualist who uses multiple forms of artistic expression to offer soothing salves for the soul. She’s been described as a multi-dimensional lyricist, rapper, hypno-therapist, filmmaker, spiritualist, fashion designer, actor and entrepreneur, and her latest project “RIP Stalker” is yet another offering of health-laced entertainment that she said is sure to help anyone who has ever been a victim of unwanted overtures.  

“I had a personal life experience with a stalker and had to get a restraining order,” Akasha said. “I don’t know if she found on me on social media, but she kept harassing me. All of my music a little different, but this one captures my anger and emotions from that experience. I wanted to put it out there because everyone who listens to it can relate to it on a variety of levels. All my life experiences I turn into healing processes or teaching processes for other people. I never thought something like this happened in the world, let alone that it would happen to me. But a lot of people have reached out to me since hearing this song and said that they’ve had similar experiences. It was traumatizing and difficult, and as an artist I knew I had to express myself in some way or form to help others who have been through similar things.” 

Originally from South Russia, Akasha has lived in China and New York before settling in Los Angeles. Pulling from various artistic, cultural and life experiences, Akasha has developed her music style with a unique, hypnotic voice, flow and lyrics. More than that, she’s a conscious entrepreneur who owns several companies, including her trans-dimensional entertainment platform #NOBASICS. It’s a movement that aims to provide a non-basic approach to the world’s social and economic issues through various media outlets. She also has a nonprofit organization called “Temple of Akasha” that she formed for “the evolutions of human consciousness to empower the divine feminine, fight injustice and violence in the world, as well as to provide crisis relief.” 

“Once I found my voice, I started using it to speak up for those who couldn’t speak up for themselves,” she said. “It’s hard to express yourself when you go through traumatic experiences. Many people don’t realize how painful those experiences are, and they don’t know what it takes to overcome those situations. I just want to get my messages out. I don’t make music to be known for music. I make it to reach out to other people. I inspire people. I want to be known for inspiring people to make changes in their lives and for empowering people, especially other women.” 

In addition to her new single, Akasha also has a documentary coming out later this year that will chronicle her journey and showcase some of the healing techniques she offers.

To listen to Akasha Rah’s music, or to follow her on social media, please visit the following links: 

https://youtu.be/em-7qAWIAlU 

http://www.instagram.com/akashaausetrah
https://youtube.com/c/AkashaAusetRah
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0bAjN3j2scv7IGUMdA3phR
https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMd25RwCf/
https://m.facebook.com/akashaausetrah/
https://mobile.twitter.com/akashaishere
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/akasha-auset-rah/1521863877 

TAIN – Escobars

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Versatile rapper TAIN showcases raw skill with dope new video for hit single ‘Escobars’

HOUSTON, TX – Many people around the world would recognize the name Pablo Escobar. He’s often thought of as the most successful drug trafficker in the world. He made billions of dollars with the drugs he distributed, and to this day is one of the most infamous figures in all of history.  

Houston-based artist TAIN is on a similar mission of dominance, albeit in the world of music. His latest single “Escobars” is less an homage to the nefarious criminal and more a testament to the fact that he considers himself to be the dopest rapper in the game. In essence, he’s giving dope music out to the people of the world, and he hopes to one day be as successful at it as Pablo Escobar was with drugs. 

“I know I’m the dopest rapper out there,” he said. “With this song I’m rapping about how I’m dope without actually rapping about narcotics. It’s mostly about knowing my talent and how good I am, and wanting other people to finally recognize that.” 

TAIN said the song came to him while sitting in a room frustrated because of not being where he wanted to be in life musically. For him, it’s not just about the money but rather about giving people something they can relate to while also giving them good energy they can live on eternally, all while being the dopest artist doing it. He started thinking about how to do that with his music, and from those initial thoughts he created “Escobars.” The video for the single is a nod to that moment, as it takes viewers on a journey into his dream-like state. 

“It starts with me sitting in a room and falling asleep, and then a bunch of weird stuff starts going on,” he said of the video. “I’m in a movie theater watching myself in a dream-like state performing. It’s like I’m watching myself perform the song. It’s unique, which is what this song really displays – that versatility that I bring to the game. I know I sound distinctive, and I never want to mimic anybody or sound like anybody else out there.” 

TAIN said he’ll continue to demonstrate that versatility over the next month as he releases more singles that explore a variety of different sounds. No two songs sound the same, he said. All of them, however, are born from the personal issues he goes through and his point of view on real-life situations, or from which he just got vibes.  

“Sometimes if a beat is just hot, I might just create something that’s a vibe, but for the most part I’m writing about real-life situations,” he said. “More than anything I want people to hear my music and get a dope, positive message. A lot of my music has different feelings – heartbreak and pain and joy and all kinds of emotions. People can relate to it no matter who they are or where they live. You could be the brokest or the richest person on the planet and still relate to my music.” 

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

Facebook 

Instagram 

Twitter  

ThaavGlobalent 

Escobars – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VSILn7dCWoQ

Esly Juarez – Dazed Awake

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Heavy hitter of hip-hop Esly Juarez drops hot new single ‘Dazed Awake’ 

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Esly Juarez is a fresh-faced 21-year-old Bay Area rapper whose new single “Dazed Awake” is the perfect introduction to a unique sound and style that is turning heads in and out of the music industry all up and down the West Coast. The funky-sounding track has a spunky energy reminiscent of Redman, with a flow that takes over as you float on the rhythm. At some point the words just fall in sync with the beat and you just start bopping your head. You find yourself being caught by the wave of words, and next thing you know you’re swept away on a ride of such impressive music that you don’t want it to stop. 

The single is the first off a forthcoming album of the same name, which is slated to release on Aug. 15. It’s an album that will continue to introduce the world to this budding young artist. Across the project he talks about his life and invites listeners into a “righteous kind of mindset.” It’s a project that perfectly walks the line between funny and aggressive, with a mix of rhythmic vibes and clever choruses that are equal parts intriguing and entertaining.  

“It’s about self-determination and the conscious outlook of what you want in life and what you want to strive for,” he said. “It captures that vertigo feeling that you’re current present and you want to inspire pleasure from rhythm. It’s a vibe that’s coming to you, and then all the sudden you’re dropped right in the middle of it.” 

Esly said he first got into music as a child as he watched his father work as a program engineer for different radio stations. At a very young age he realized he could maintain himself as a rapper on the track, and he started getting the itch to be better and better – perfecting 16 lines, then 20 lines, then 20 lines on a different beat, ultimately working toward perfecting his flow and crafting an original sound that stands out from anyone else in the game right now. 

“I want to be respected in the world of hip-hop and seen as an artist who never gave up on his integrity,” Esly said. “This album is a lot more in the building stage of my career, but it’s also something that can be added upon. I’m trying different flows and seeing what people respond to. And along the way I feel like I’m falling into a nice little spot, even as I keep evolving. More than anything I’m trying to give listeners the person of who I am in the midst of exploring different sounds and styles.” 

Esly said “Dazed Awake” will be followed later this summer by a second single from the album called “Home Ugh-lone.” He also has videos planned for the single, which he hopes to drop before the official release of the album on Aug. 15.

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

Spotify: 

https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Thz1r04e9FfUKHOATcT51?si=aOtklUwNR8W6UwurdX9k_g

Instagram: 
https://instagram.com/eslyjuarezxv?utm_medium=copy_link 

YouTube:  
https://youtube.com/channel/UCfscEAEYm3DUKJJqGVCOong

Twitter: 
https://twitter.com/eslyjuarez?lang=en

Soundcloud: 
https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/RQfTuKVt5ndoD68YA

AJ From The 9 Releases Another Smash “Smoke Break” Just In Time For The Summer

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AJ From The 9 Drops New Single “Smoke Break” From His “More Sounds From The 9” Album!

AJ From The 9 – Smoke Break (Director’s Cut) Feat. Prote-J & One Sixxx

After dropping his last album “Sounds From The 9” on New Years 2020, Southern California rap artist AJ From The 9 is back with his latest visual and follow up album in over a year. Despite difficult circumstances during the COVID-19 pandemic, AJ has stayed busy working on new music for his album “More Sounds From The 9”, ready to once again, “Do it for The 9”, aspiring to be a breakthrough success from the region, referring to the 909/951 area of Southern California.

Over the 2nd half of 2020, AJ has teased new music, dropping singles such as “Dead Presidents”, “9PM in The City” & the Black Lives Matter themed “Light It Up”. His latest visual comes as a double feature involving his most recent single “Live From The 9” along with a fresh new track “YeaYea Freestyle”. The double video showcases the duality of the album, with “Live From The 9” channeling a chill, mellow vibe and “YeaYea Freestyle” encompassing a more upbeat, energetic type approach from the BlaQ Kennedy artist.

Check out the visual directed by videographer Jarrod Anthonee below:

AJ From The 9 – Live From The 9/YeaYea Freestyle

THROWBACK: AJ From The 9 – Dead Presidents (Feat. Young Ceno) [Audio]

AJ From The 9 Delivers His Latest Project ‘More Sounds From The 9’. After dropping his last album ‘Sounds From The 9’ on New Years 2020, Southern California rap artist AJ From The 9 is back with his latest visual and follow up album in over a year.

Despite difficult circumstances during the COVID-19 pandemic, AJ has stayed busy working on new music for his album ‘More Sounds From The 9’, ready to once again, ‘Do it for The 9’, aspiring to be a breakthrough success from the region, referring to the 909/951 area of Southern California.

Over the 2nd half of 2020, AJ has teased new music, dropping singles such as ‘Dead Presidents’, ‘9PM in The City’ & the Black Lives Matter themed ‘Light It Up’. His latest visual comes as a double feature involving his most recent single ‘Live From The 9’ along with a fresh new track ‘YeaYea Freestyle’. The double video showcases the duality of the album, with ‘Live From The 9’ channeling a chill, mellow vibe and ‘YeaYea Freestyle’ encompassing a more upbeat, energetic type approach from the BlaQ Kennedy artist.

Listen to “More Sounds From The 9” on your favorite streaming outlets: https://album.link/msft9

Download: “More Sounds From The 9”

Social Media:
Instagram: @AJFromThe909
Twitter: @AJFromThe909
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Pnpmar – Said It

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Pnpmar serves up notice to the world that he has arrived with new album ‘For The Culture’ 

If you came from the gutter, then you know that the gutter is the hell most people want to escape, with hopes of a brighter future. Much of hip-hop over the years has been born from that struggle, and the sounds and styles being brought to the table from new artist Pnpmar is right in line with that rich musical history. He brings what he calls Gutter Flow Entertainment, and under that label he has released a hot new album called “For The Culture” that has been creating waves throughout the industry over the past month.  

It’s his second album to date, and was made completely by him from start-to-finish. He said he has been trying to get recognized in music circles for years and finally got tired of waiting for something to happen, so he decided to take destiny in his own hands and make his dreams come true. 

“I got tired of not being heard or fully having my sound together,” he said. “So I figured that I would perfect my sound and brand and then force my way into the music culture. Thus I came up with the album name ‘For The Culture’ as my best attempt to get noticed by the world and other hot artists out there right now.” 

The debut single from the project is a song called “Said It.” Right from the get-go the song drops listeners into this fun groove that has hints of early work from legendary artist Nelly. The song has an off-beat rhythm with a fun, almost-Island kind of melody. This sets the stage for the freaky flow from Pnpmar, who serves up notice to the world that he’s an artist to be reckoned with. Overall it’s just a fun song that will have people bopping their heads and moving their feet. 

Pnpmar said anyone who listens to the album will recognize that his style incorporates hip-hop from all ages, while also melding elements of R&B and alternative music. His voice is different than anyone else in the game, and the album is a perfect showcase for how he can adjust to any beat to create unique and original vibes. 

“I’m like a musical library with different flows and singing patterns,” he said. “I never really like to sound the same on every song, like most of the artists that are marketed today. I personally find my inspiration from my emotions and experiences, and my imagination. Anything I come across on a daily basis – whether it’s a movie or just a random fight in a mall – I will find a way to use that in a song with no hesitation. The world is my inspiration, when it really comes down to it. I’m always going to create and get better. It’s like chasing a high, but the difference is that the music is my drug and it’ll never do harm to me.” 

Pnpmar’s album is currently available across all streaming platforms. To listen to his music, or to follow him on social media, please visit the following links: 

https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/pnpmar/for-the-culture 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOlMvFahNLY&list=OLAK5uy_n9sA5vVe5gLHzJPjyzXfmWNZtKjVoGX_I
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pnpmar/?hl=en 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/pnpmar?lang=en 

“Said It:” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EtiOGcGX8C0&list=OLAK5uy_n9sA5vVe5gLHzJPjyzXfmWNZtKjVoGX_I&index=13 

J’uno – Sandlot

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J’uno Offers Liberating Ideas to the Masses With Introspective New Album ‘InnerVision’ 

CHESAPEAKE, VA – For as long as he can remember, the No. 1 has been an important symbol to Jaylen Foskey. He wore No. 1 when he played football in middle and high school. He is the ace of his line as a member of the fraternity, Kappa Alpha Psi. It’s his lucky number and has become a central part of his identity. So, it made sense for him to embrace the number as his stage name when he decided to pursue music as a full-time career. Today J’uno is one of the fastest-rising young talents in the industry, and his new album “InnerVision” is about to show the world a whole new level of talent and artistry. 

The project is one that is very reflective of the current times, with 14 songs that deal with societal issues, mental health, and what goes on in the mind of a black man in today’s “American” society. With tracks like “Realize” and “Sandlot,” J’uno explores how various experiences can affect or lead to trauma and examines the depths of human compassion and vulnerability in ways that he hopes will draw people closer together. 

“The No. 1 aligns with the way I think about the world,” J’uno said. “I see us all as one people – one cosmopolitan society as people of the earth. I really believe we as a society need to wake up and understand that we’re all in it together. Being one unit is something that has always been driven in my mind. This album is about overcoming the things that divide us and trying to bring more light to the world. It’s all about vulnerability and trying to make a push for making sure people are able to open up about their issues. It’s all about uplifting and empowerment and reflection. And ultimately it’s all about freeing yourself from the worries of what’s going on in the world and from the bounds of societal pressures.” 

One of the more poignant songs on the album is the single “Sandlot.” Born from a personal experience that came with a major trauma to one of his best friends, the song offers a nostalgic vibe and invites listeners to think back to days of growing up and playing outside while appreciating the lessons learned at the time. J’uno said a month after he and his friend graduated from high school, his friend was shot outside of his home while defending his family from intruders who were trying to break in. The bullet missed his spine by less than a centimeter. His friend is now fully healed and able to walk, but the experience was one that served as a harsh spotlight on the evils of the world. 

“There are so many people out there who have lost people, or almost lost people, to gun violence,” J’uno said. “I wanted to make a song that was about that experience, but more so was about reflecting on good times and relationships.” 

Overall, J’uno said the entire project has more of a mellow, laid-back vibe to it, with lyricism that has already been likened to wordsmiths like J.Cole and Kendrick Lamar. Some of the songs pick up a bit, but for the most part it’s a chill vibe. More than anything it’s a project that showcases this young artist’s impressive intellect and crystal-clear clarity and perspective on the world. His insights are profound, and listeners will be hard-pressed not to think about the ideas he brings to the table long after they’ve stopped listening to his music. 

“Freedom encompasses so many different aspects of my music,” J’uno said. “Freedom of expression. Freedom from the bounds of one sound – I love to experiment and I have such an eclectic taste in music. Freedom to create and not try to be tied down to being a one-trick pony. Personal freedom. That idea of liberation is the main message of this album. Free yourself from any type of thought process that limits you. Be limitless and free within yourself, and let’s use that to free society as a whole.” 

To listen to J’uno’s music, or to follow him on social media, please visit the following links:
Album: linktr.ee/J.uno 

Socials: 
https://www.instagram.com/one.juno/ 
https://twitter.com/1j_uno