Clay James has been making a name for himself in the entertainment business for quite some time. James burst onto the scene and was immediately recognized because of his different style and sound. The southern playa rapper provided a since of nostalgia and a breath of fresh air in a game that is currently dominated by drill and trap artists. Due to the over saturation of drill and trap artists, James and his team are able to stick out like a sore thumb. Clay James released a series of mixtapes on Datpiff and LiveMixtapes to help build his buzz in Atlanta. These mixtapes have recently been re-released on all digital streaming platforms for your listening pleasure. This uniqueness of his music has garnered Clay James co-signs from rap legends Big Boi, Snoop Dogg, and Missy Elliot.

In 2013, Outkast member Big Boi was the first major co-sign James received, he became somewhat of a mentor to the rising Savannah artist, and they’re good friends til this day. In 2016, James performed at SXSW and caught the attention of some associates of Snoop Dogg. Snoop took a liking to James and gave him a record deal with Doggystyle Records. Since James was based out of the south he later became apart of Doggystyle South Records which was ran by CEO Papa Loc and President Snoop Dogg. After that, Clay James started his own label Playas Club Music Group which he released his first single ‘Can’t F Witchu’ and this song was tweeted out by hip hop legend Missy Elliott. In 2019, Clay James made an appearance in Missy Elliott’s ‘DripDemeanor’ music video. James did a freestyle over Missy’s ‘DripDemeanor’ beat which went viral on Instagram and was reposted by Missy.

Over the years Clay has garnered millions of streams and views on multiple platforms, headlined his own national tour with Dream More Events, made multiple appearances on MTV & BET, and received the award for ‘Best Rap Song’ by the Indie Music Channel for his song ‘Hallelujah’ produced by super producer 30 Roc. James has started to put more attention on building up his Playas Club Music Group imprint. The PCMG roster includes: King Elway, Charlise J, Big Smitty, Young Bo, Respekk, and Pimpin Pablo. PCMG just left from SXSW in Austin, Texas where multiple artists on the roaster including Clay James had stellar performances during the festival. King Elway had a stand out performance on Scotty ATL & OG Ron C’s ‘Young Legends & OG’s’ Stage at Soho Lounge. Charlise J left the room in awe during her performance on the ‘Blazy House’ Stage at Tellers sponsored by Ethika. Both Charlise J and King Elway were featured artists on ‘Clay James’ & Friends’ Stage alongside Harlem rising star Neek Bucks and Ethika Music’s latest signee Paperboy Casino.

Outside of music Clay James has ventured into acting. He recently had a role in ‘Out On A Lim’ starring The Wire’s Tray Chaney and Notorious’ Jamal Woolard. James is currently shooting a film with hip hop legend Webbie entitled ‘It’s A Cold Ass World’. PCMG’s Pimpin Pablo and Pimp Sweet Tooth also have roles in this movie alongs side Clay James and rising star Elijah Lamar. ‘It’s A Cold Ass World’ written by Tony Snow and directed by Drop And Roll Films is set to release this summer in select theaters and streaming platforms. Clay James and his business partner Pimp Sweet Tooth are seeing success in the fashion industry as well. Their new clothing brand ‘Playas Only Clothing Co.’ is becoming one of Atlanta’s favorite indie street wear brands. In a span of 5 months, the duo has sold over 1000 hats straight out the trunks of their cars and doing pop up shops. If you know James’ story then you know the fashion industry was the first place he saw major success as the Vice President of Bliss Skate Company alongside CEO/President Darius Graham. Clay James is also the co-owner of ‘Sound Lynk Studios’ with Roger Vidal and Chad Hampton in Decatur, Georgia. Sound Lynk is becoming a recording hot spot for upcoming and major talent in the Atlanta metro area. Current and past clients include: T-Rell, Gold Mouf, Akbar V, Translee, Robyn Hood, Money Mu, Runway Richy, Ali of the St. Lunatics, and more. Currently James is preparing to release his next single ‘How I Rock’ featuring Pimp Sweet Tooth and produced by Fki’s Saucelord Rich.

To stay in tune with Clay James and the entire Playas Club Music Group, follow @PlayasClubMG on all social media.

If you pay attention it’s easy to identify the artists who were born for and are most comfortable on the stage. From the early age of five years old, iamtheHOPEmusic has been crafting and fine tuning her performance style, while releasing her own unique blend of Pop, Hip-Hop, and Rnb music over the last eleven years. She studies consistently in a committed effort to produce top-tier quality music, and to make every performances better than her last one! This determination has already afforded her a spot on the iTunes Hip-Hop/Rap Albums Chart with many more accomplishments to come!

She is continuing her musical endeavors with the release of her newest single entitled “Strangers featuring DJ GinJar”! Inspired EDM icons such as Loud Luxury, Zedd, The Chainsmokers, to name a few, iamtheHOPEmusic effortlessly taps into the Dance-Pop genre while capturing the essence of love being both found and lost. She loves the ability that this style of music gives her to speak on things in a fresh and relatable context, and to give her a listeners an opportunity to escape and decompress, when they need to.
Be sure to check out “Strangers featuring DJ GinJar” and stay tuned for a full-length album soon to come!

A big thanks goes to DJ GinJar, for all his help with everything from production, mixing and mastering, photography, editing, and even cover art. Additionally The rising artist gives her gratitude to everyone at the JaHMa management team for all of their hard work in preparing her music for proper release and distribution. Check out the single and other music from iamtheHOPEmusic here:

https://www.iamthehopemusic.com/

Buzzing Atlanta rapper and actor Pimpin’ Pablo is the newest edition to the Playas Club Music Group roster which is the home to some of the dopest independent acts in the Southeast. A roster lead by rising stars Clay James and A Pimp Named Sweet Tooth, PCMG is also the home to: King Elway, Big Smitty, Young Bo, and R&B sensation Charlise J. Pimpin’ Pablo has made quite a name for himself in the city of Atlanta by putting out a slew of mixtapes and singles as well as his own movie entitled “Pimp Or Die”.

Speaking of movies, it’s rumored that he will make an appearance in “It’s A Cold Ass World” starring hip-hop legend Webbie, BMF’s Elijah Lamar, Clay James, and A Pimp Named Sweet Tooth. This movie is currently being shot in Atlanta and is set to release later this summer. Pablo is gearing up to drop his next single “That’s Cold” featuring Clay James and A Pimp Named Sweet Tooth. This track is produced by KJBeatz who is a long time collaborator of Pablo. “That’s Cold” will be featured on “Its A Cold Ass World” movie soundtrack and will release under Pablo’s Boss Status record label in conjunction with Playas Club Music Group.

Until he starts releasing his new music please check out Pimpin’ Pablo past works which are available on all digital streaming platforms and YouTube. He has music out featuring Skooly, Joe Green, Boosie, Young Dro, Pimpin Ken, and more. Catch Pimpin’ Pablo performing live March.15th at Haveli Lounge in Atlanta for the Playas Club Music Group Showcase powered by Dream More Studios at 8pm as well as SXSW during the Clay James & Friends stage March.18th at Soho Lounge in Austin, Texas 12pm.

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Buzzing Atlanta rapper Young Bo is not only known for his unique wordplay and flow, he’s also known for his undeniable sense of fashion. Bo is the CMO of ‘Goat & Company’ which has become one of Atlanta’s hottest upcoming high end street wear brands. This brand has been worn by Rich Homie Quan, Young Scooter, and Travis Porter just to name a few. On top of having one of the dopest clothing lines in the city, Bo has proven himself to be an emcee which can spit with the best of them.

Young Bo’s lingo and style is everything you would expect from an artist born and raised in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia. Young Bo has been making music since 2010 and his relentless grind has made him a fan favorite in the city. Yesterday Clay James announced Young Bo would be added to the ‘Playas Club Music Group’ roster which is also the home to Tik-Tok phenom Pimp Sweet Tooth, King Elway, Charlise J, and Big Smitty. Young Bo will be featured on Clay James’ next two projects “Raise The Bar” and “Kickin Pimpin” Vol 2. Be on the look out Bo’s new single “Money Piling” releasing on Playas Club Music Group in collaboration with E.F.F.O.R.T Records which Young Bo is the CEO.

You can catch Young Bo and the entire PCMG Roster live at Haveli Lounge in Atlanta, Georgia on March 15th 8pm. This concert is sponsored by Dream More Touring and Events. Until then, catch up on Young Bo’s previous releases which are available on all digital streaming platforms. Follow him on social media @YoungBo101.

Rancho Cucamonga, California-based artist and singer-songwriter August Ruiz is set to release his highly-anticipated debut EP, “Things I Never Got To Say,” in 2023. The 20-year-old has been quietly working on the project throughout 2022, following a triumphant headline show with collaborator JUMEX. The EP will reflect his personal experiences and emotions, and it is clear that he has put his heart and soul into the project.

The EP’s first single, “All Alone,” has already generated over 90,000 streams on Spotify, setting the stage for Ruiz’s breakout project. The artist kicked off the new year with the release of the second single, “Bad Girls,” a pop-rock dance track that has already garnered over 16,000 views in less than a month.

Fans can expect two more singles as part of the EP’s roll-out, starting with “Hard To Breathe,” featuring Michelle F, set to drop on February 2nd. The track blends hip-hop, pop, and a cascade of emotions and is poised to become a summer smash hit. His upcoming single is a perfect example of the diversity of the EP, showcasing Ruiz’s ability to blend different genres seamlessly to create something truly unique.

August Ruiz’s “Things I Never Got To Say” EP is an emotional journey, a raw and honest portrayal of the artist’s experiences, thoughts, and feelings. With a mix of different genres, the EP is sure to have something for everyone. August Ruiz is a rising star in the music industry, and his debut EP is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates raw, honest, and emotional music. Ruiz promises that fans can expect tons of new music from him in the coming year and beyond.

For more information about August Ruiz and his upcoming debut EP “Things I Never Got To Say,” please follow him on Instagram, check out his YouTube channel, listen to his music on Spotify, and follow him on TikTok. You can also contact him directly via email.