New York, NY – At sixteen, young would-be rapper Brick God Sosa (born Jake Noch) was an active gang member, and still is, who decided to try his hand at his true passion: music. His motivation has always been simple. He knew rapping could make money and a name for himself, and he leapt directly towards dollar signs. But while he left his former life in the dust, his upbringing continues to pave the way for his success, and has prepared him for any hardship, which he meets with tenacity and determination. As Brick God so eloquently puts it, “I bossed up, and got rich.” Brick God’s creative genius met his business and street-savvy and culminated in the creation of Global Affiliates Music Group, which has been an incredibly successful venture for the artist and entrepreneur, taking notes from mega-moguls like Diddy and Jay Z. But though he’s inspired by the big names in the music business, he’s determined to make his own way. “If you follow in another’s footsteps you will always be a follower. I am an inventor. I create my own path in life,” says Brick God, persistent about being a self-made and motivated artist and businessman. He continues, “We are 100% independent,” explaining that top to bottom everything the entertainment entity puts out is the work of Global Affiliates Music Group. His latest project, a single entitled “Bite Down” will release on June 30th of this year as part of an upcoming album. The artist hints that it sounds like a soundtrack to a scene from Scarface – tough and aggressive, just like the artist himself. There is no messing with the Brick God, who is willing to make money and success no matter the cost. “On the block am your big brother and I will break your bitch ass down,” he says – and he means business. His key to success? “Boss your life up.” For more information about Brick God Sosa, follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
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ORLANDO, FL – When Loose Kannon Takeoff drops a new mixtape, that’s literally what he’s trying to give his fans: a mixture of great songs that touch on a wide variety of topics. Take his most recent mixtape “I’m Almost There,” which is scheduled to drop in May. It’s a project that he said features a number of different songs, with every single one exploring a different topic. “They’re all about different shit,” Takeoff said. “There are grinding songs and get money songs and female songs and all kinds of songs. But it’s all me on every single one of them. I don’t sound like anybody. I rap about what’s really on my mind and what I go through and I think and see things. That’s what I put into my music. When I record something, it comes from the heart and I deliver it like that. Everybody’s life is different, and this is me on the track.” Takeoff has been writing music since he was seven years old. When he and his cousin first started, he admits that his cousin was “big leagues” while he was still messing with nursery rhymes. The older he got, however, the more experienced he became and the more confidence he developed in his skill as a rapper. He also began to accumulate more real-life situations, all of which gave him an archive of stories from which to pull when decided to turn his music hobby into a career at age 19. “Everything I rap about is something I’ve been through or spoken to someone who’s been through it,” Takeoff said. “There’s a lot of knowledge in my lyrics. If I can let people know, they’ll be better off in those situations than if I didn’t say anything. So a lot of my music tells people how it is, ‘If you’re going to do something, do it a certain way.’ I’m giving wisdom, basically, from my point of view. And I look at shit differently, so my music is my way of opening peoples’ eyes instead of just giving them simple messages.” It’s not just the thought-provoking lyrics that resonate with fans, however. His beats and vibe connect on a gut-level. He said the diversity of his sound echoes the diversity of his lyrics in a way that touches the souls of fans all over the world. “I’ve got a song for every feeling you’ve got,” Takeoff said. “If you want something chill, or deep feelings and thoughts, I got that. If you want to make love to a female, I got that. If you want to scrap up and do some gangster shit, I’ve got music for that. I got all types of stuff for every situation.” And his music has been connecting with an ever-increasing fan-base. Some of his older music videos have gone from 100 views or less to tens of thousands in no time thanks to the popularity of his music. To find out more about Loose Kannon, fans can follow him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. And fans who want to check out the five singles he’ll be releasing in anticipation of the album in May can visit the following links on YouTube: “I’m On” “I Can’t Sleep” “Hit The Gas” “Cut It Freestyle” “Deceiving Me” “Talk Like That” TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA – The title of Trapdaddyflex’s new album is a perfect description of who he is as an artist. “Unorthodox” not only describes the style of hip-hop and rap showcased on his newest project, but also describes his style as an individual and as a musician. “When I do a tape, I like to do one style of music to it,” he said. “With this I went out of my way to push my limits and see what else I could do. I’m singing and showing off different aspects of rap. Even the album cover (which features a pink lemon) is unorthodox because when you think of a rap album you don’t think of a lemon. Ultimately, the music on this album is very unorthodox compared to other people’s music in the industry right now.” Hailing out of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Trapdaddyflex is a relative newcomer to the hip-hop scene, having only been recording music for the past two years. But though he’s only dedicated himself to make music as a career for such a short time, he has amassed a wealth of music that he wants to share with the world. He said the biggest reason why he has so much music is because he just loves making it – so much so that he usually records at least two tracks a day and has more than 350 individual singles in his vast archive. “There’s not a time when I’m not listening to music,” he said. “I love it. I love everything about – especially the feeling you get when you listen to that perfect song. I love it that you can turn on a song and it change your mood just like that – from sad to happy, or happy to sad. There is so much entertainment and love in people’s music. You can hear their story by listening to their music. I love that. It’s nice to put that all together. And I’m trying to change music right now. So many artists will come out with one track and that’s it, and people will say they’re amazing. That’s not what I want to be known for. I want to be known for my amazing amount of work.” Fans who do sample his music will be treated to a sound and style that are definitively his own. His articulate delivery pairs with a laid-back flow that is almost hypnotic – pulling the listener in and refusing to let go until the song has reached its conclusion. He also bares his soul to the world through his lyrics. Honing in on the storytelling side of music that he personally loves so much, he tends to write lyrics that share moments from his own life or let fans into the creativity of his mind. Oftentimes that comes out as clever wordplay and little quips that fans have come to enjoy so much that they want to listen over and over just for those nuggets of gold. “Unorthodox” is available on Apple Music, Datpiff, Spotify and more digital download sites. It is also available on Soundcloud. And fans who want to find out more about upcoming music releases can follow Trapdaddyflex on Twitter and Instagram @trapdaddyflex, and on Snapchat @tiamiskander. BALTIMORE, MD – Though Bryant Clark’s father had a deep appreciation for rap music, he never wanted his son to embrace the lifestyle of a professional musician. That’s not to say that he didn’t influence the musical preferences of his child by always playing rap music around the house. In fact, Jadakiss, Tupac, Bone Thugs N Harmony, Eminem, Jay Z and more were frequently played by Clark’s parents as he was growing up. And so it was almost inevitable that he would become a professional hip-hop artist – despite what his father hoped would happen to the contrary. Today, Clark is ready to take that music career to the next level by releasing his first mixtape, called “Own Worst Enemy.” It’s a 13-track collection of songs that he said showcases his versatility as an artist and his natural ability with flow. “The name comes from the fact that I can be my biggest critic sometimes,” he said. “When I make mistakes in life I’m my own worst enemy. There are times when I’ll take four steps forward and then two steps backward. Every time I think I’m doing something great I’ll look in the mirror and realize I’m not as great as I thought. And during those times I just keep working hard and try to keep getting better and better at what I do.” The first two singles off the mixtape are “Go Getter” and “Three Minutes of Bars.” The first is a club record that Clark said will be perfect for people to play at dance parties or in the club. He said it’s a song that features mostly rapping throughout, with a catchy hook toward the end. “Three Minutes of Bars” is an even more intentional showcase of his rapping skills as it is literally just Clark rapping and snapping on it. “It’s me showing you that I think I’m one of the best,” he said. “What I’m giving you is just three straight minutes of bars.” Clark said he hopes people will listen to this mixtape and realize that his is a fresh new sound on the scene. “I’m bringing something organic,” he said. “I don’t sound like any other rappers out there. I’m trying to sound different. I’m bringing a new style to the game because everybody sounds like everybody else it seems like right now. I’m very unique. I’m original. I don’t think you can say I have a specific style because I can do anything. What I do is very different in a highly intriguing way.” Clark said he’s in the studio right now working to complete “Own Worst Enemy,” which he said he plans to drop sometime in July or August. Fans who want to find out more about his music or upcoming releases can follow him on Twitter @Rsbbryant, on Instagram @Rsb_bryant, or check him out on Soundcloud at RSB Bryant. ATLANTA, GA – Jason Caldwell is ready for his big break. It’s long overdue. After nearly two decades of touring with bands and collaborating with other artists to create great rock music, he’s ready to show the world just how talented he is as a solo artist. His new four-song EP entitled “Forgotten” is a statement to the world that he’s the next big rock star to pay attention to in America. It’s an EP that showcases his diversity and illustrates the kind of rocker he is – from shredding guitars to three-part harmonies and even piano riffs that will remind fans of great rock legends. “All four songs are completely different songs,” he said. “One has more hard-punch rock and roll, one gets a bit weirder with an almost rap or hip-hop feel, one goes into something more melodic, and the last song is all pianos and vocals. But it all flows together.” The title track of the EP is actually the second song of the bunch and serves as the ultimate testament of where he is currently as a musician. After touring in bands with his older brother for many years, and then playing with a band on a cruise liner for nearly a decade, he has put in the grind and perfected his art to thousands upon thousands of crowds. But never over that time has any of his solo efforts broken beyond regional success. “No matter how many likes I get on Facebook or through any other social media outlets, when I share my stuff not very many people seem to click on it,” he said. “It’s hard to get interaction. And I think that’s because people are over-saturated with constant media. It aggravates me. One day they’ll be sorry. As soon as there’s a little push and popularity, everyone jumps on the band wagon. That’s happened to me before with other bands I’ve been a part of. And ‘Forgotten’ talks about that rise-and-fall of success.” Another of the singles on the EP is a track called “Drinkin’ Again.” Caldwell said it’s a song about having a bad hangover that he literally wrote while experiencing the worst hangover he’s ever had. It happened after returning from his best friend’s bachelor party in New Orleans, and it was one of those moments where he had to create music and he was lamenting how poorly he felt at the moment. “It’s about that hangover when you tell yourself you’re never drinking again, but you know you’re going to,” he said. “In that moment you’re committed because you just feel terrible.” Another of the singles is “Mourning Sad Days,” which Caldwell said was inspired by his work as a videographer for news stations and having to cover awful tragedies such as the Charleston shooting. The song is a long, epic build-up of emotion that culminates in dramatic fashion. The final single on the EP is “A Sad Song,” and it features piano and vocals with some electronic sound effects in a style that’s a nod to the rising wave of electronic rock. Caldwell said he wants to showcase his ability to create good music through all sub-genres of rock, and “A Sad Song” is not only his display of that ability but also a song that he hopes will inspire others to keep their heads up when going through tough times. Fans who want to find out more about Caldwell can visit his website at jasoncaldwellmusic.com, or check out some of his music on Soundcloud or YouTube. Fans can also purchase “Forgotten” on iTunes. And to find out more about upcoming music releases or live performances, fans can follow him on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. MEMPHIS, TN – If you’re going to be bold enough to enter the hip-hop game, you better come strong and be a force to be reckoned with. That’s Marcus Bowen’s attitude, and it’s the mentality behind choosing the stage name Excaliba – a nod to the sword of King Arthur and the Round Table. It’s also the backbone of his company Round Table Entertainment RTE, which serves as the record label for his new 13-song mixtape entitled “Da Gift.” “It’s an idea based off of defeating struggle and adversity,” Excaliba said. “We as people face and encounter adversity every day. I’m not a biased artist or an artist of segregation or prejudice, even though I’ve been there and through hard times and struggle. I want to overcome negativity with positivity. I want to be a force to be reckoned with. That’s where the story of Excaliba comes from. Around age 19 I was with my cousin, and it was a time when I was going through a struggle in my life, and he said I was kind of like the Sword in the Stone. He said, “I was like that sword, which was the weapon of choice and had the power to defeat anything. I went and watched the movie ‘Excalibur’, and afterward I said to myself, I am the weapon of choice. That’s me!’” He hopes people who listen to his music will get that sense of excellence and powerhouse entertainment. To help them get a feel for the kind of music he creates, he has “gifted” fans with this new mixtape that he said is a little bit of everything. “It must be me being me – one of a kind,” he said. “I’m being myself. I’m being original. I’m being a trendsetter. This showcases the versatility and ability I have to give you a flow on any type of production. If it’s a country mix, I could go at it. I have music for all people.” The main single off the mixtape is a song called “Where You At.” It’s a song that he describes as “explosive,” but also very introspective – perhaps more-so than any other song he’s ever written. “I wrote that song at a point and time when I was looking for love in my life,” he said. “I was looking for something that I felt I had lost. It was around the time my brother had passed and I was going through a relationship breakup and all that emotion. I eventually wanted to start looking for a life and find that true love, and out of that I realized that music is my bride. She was my mistress at first, and when I realized she was deep within me, I began to ask myself deep in my soul, ‘Where you at?’ When I heard the track, it spoke to me and I began to sing a melody that I felt and the instruments inside of me spoke to me and suddenly I was speaking the music. I feel like it’s a song that represents all of me. When I visualize the music video for this song I see the old school and the new school and the middle age. I see it being played at clubs and at backyard barbecues and stepping and at beach clubs. I see it all.” Fans who want to get a taste of Excaliba’s music can check out the artist’s official website www.excaliba.net, Reverb Nation or Google+, or can watch some of his music videos on his YouTube channel. Fans can also follow him on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tumblr to find out more about upcoming music releases or live performances.
SixFoot Gang Presents Big Chung and his much anticipated EP, "APE MODE" hosted by none other than Dj Damage. You heard Big Chung on Hold That Vol.7, hosted by Khaotic & Sick Casino; plus you seen him perform on pretty much every stage in Florida, and surrounding areas. Press play below and vibe out to Big Chung!!
CINCINNATI, OH – In the moments before Belinda Murphy’s mother passed away, she impressed upon her daughter a desire to see her continue the family’s legacy. As a woman of faith who had taken her family from poverty in Jamaica to middle class in America, she was someone who exhibited beauty, grace and compassion every day of her life. And those are all qualities that Murphy hopes she is known for. It’s for that reason that faith finds its way into her music and videos. When performing at Bebe The Jamerican G, she hopes that others see a woman who has overcome struggles in life and who now lives out those same qualities that her mother represented for so many years. “I hope I stand out because I’m always striving to be positive and humble and have faith in myself and keep my faith in God,” Bebe said. “My mother always taught me to believe in God and never be disrespectful toward people. I’m really soft-spoken, but at the same time I can be bold. I’m also very ambitious and I believe we’re all from God and all destined to do something on this earthy. Through all of my trials and tribulations, I’ve been able to maintain a good heart. I am genuine and understanding and I recognize people for who they are.” Her new album entitled “Versatile Legacy,” details her journey from struggle to success and highlights those very same qualities that she’s trying to represent from her mother and family. “One of the singles talks about my old lifestyle in Cincinnati,” she said. “I was into drugs heavily and I was getting into trouble and had domestic violence issues. I learned to overcome all those obstacles by the faith that I put in God. I went on my knees and prayed and gave it all to Him. He has steered me in the right direction and I let him guide me the rest of the way.” Bebe said her journey to music started at a young age, when she began singing as a young girl. She said her mother would often have her sing for friends and family whenever they were over to the house. Eventually she started writing poetry, and though she went to college to study graphic design, the music always called back to her. Eventually she decided to pursue music full time, and hopes someday to be able to launch her own record label called Bell Records and provide other local artists a way to express themselves. Until then, she’s anxious for fans to check out her music and find out more about who she is as a person and as an artist. “When people hear my music I want them to feel where I came from,” she said. “I want them to say, ‘If she can do it, I can do it, too.’ I want them to be inspired – to look at me as a talented and gifted person in this world who has been through struggle and come through, and want to do the same thing in their lives.” Fans who want to sample some her music can visit her Soundcloud page, or check out some of her music videos on her YouTube channel. Fans can also follow her on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @bebe_the_jamerican_goddess. Minneapolis, MN – Prizzy Icky began his long term love affair with music at a very young age, gifted a notebook at eleven by his lyricist step-father, he was encouraged to pursue his talents from the start of his life. Raised in areas that also bred icons of American pop and hip hop, Prizzy recalls noticing how tourists would flock to the murals and memories of his hometown, where Prince got his start in life. While trying to make it in music, music moguls like Prince and Michael Jackson continue to be an inspiration for the up-and-coming artist, who is eager to put his beloved town back on the map with another hit EP, “Needle in a Haystack.” With a unique sound that is borderline cult-inspired, his low, chanting vibe gives way to a technique that is unprecedented in the rap game. Says Prizzy Icky of his music, “I was in choir in high school, so I’ve learned to train my voice in an operatic manner, so when you hear the background melodies, it gives you kind of a cathedral sound.” People mixing rap with harmonies certainly isn’t new, but the way in which he does it is personal to him and has its own distinct flare. “I took that and elevated it, I turned that notch up to 100,” he says with a smile. His unique style doesn’t stop at his harmonies, however. His subject matter is also worth noting. In a heated political climate like we’re facing in 2017, it’s hard not to have an opinion about the happenings of the world. Whether he’s speaking about the water issues in Flint, Michigan or talking about more personal, intimate problems – like a beleaguered trip to the grocery store without enough funds – his music is relatable whether your problems are big or small. His latest project, a six-track EP entitled “Needle in a Haystack” is now available on all major digital platforms. The EP derives its name from Prizzy’s hard-to-find unique zest for life. To fully understand, you’ll have to listen to his music, and once you do, you’ll realize why this one-of-a-kind artist is so incredibly powerful and relevant. The most charming thing about Prizzy Icky is his motivation. Sure, if he strikes it rich because of rap, he’ll welcome that. But, that’s not why he set out to make a name for himself. His true motivation is to bring attention back to his beloved hometown and show that people from little, sleepy towns in the middle of the country can travel far if they only dream big enough. Fans wanting to know more about Prizzy Icky can do so by checking him out below: SoundCloud Reverb Nation PORTLAND, OREGON – Very few have experienced the trials and struggles Quiz Zilla has, and even fewer have come through the other side with as much tenacity. Born in the cloudy Pacific Northwest to a broken and unstable home, Quiz Zilla quickly learned the art of survival. From homeless shelters to foster care to a two-year prison sentence, Quiz Zilla had every reason to throw in the towel on his life. But his love for his little girl (who was born while Quiz Zilla was merely eighteen years old) and his gift for music were motivation enough to keep going, and slowly but surely Quiz Zilla is making a name for himself on and off stages across the nation. Music isn’t only a way out of a difficult situation for Zilla – quite the contrary – it was also a refuge for him when times felt dark and desperate. “Every time I picked up a pen,” he explains, “I felt like I was letting the stress and anxiety go.” Zilla’s music is, in a word, versatile. While that word may seem overused, it’s the only way to describe his sound which is inspired by genres that span the spectrum – from Michael Jackson to DMX and Garth Brooks. As he puts it, “If it speaks to me, I’ll make the music.” Not one to succumb to labels, Quiz Zilla doesn’t even prefer to be labeled as a rapper -- he’s an artist, first. “I don’t like being placed in a box,” he explains. Listeners can expect a little bit of everything from Quiz Zilla. His latest single, “Still Have Faith,” is a testament to his versatility. The song is about a relationship that has endured a rollercoaster of emotions and challenges. Break-ups and make-ups make for an aching protagonist, until he realizes that he still has one more try left in him. “It’s about struggling to set pride and ego aside and let the love shine.” The title of the song speaks for itself: “at the end of the day I ‘Still Have Faith.’” Quiz Zilla’s determination for success is far from self-serving. “I grew up in the street, and I always had this empathy for people that were homeless or less fortunate.” With his impending success, Zilla’s hope is that he’ll be able to turn around and use his success for good, giving back to people who are sitting where he once was. “Ultimately, I know what’s going to help people like that, and it’s becoming a superstar.” And that’s exactly what this wildly talented, fiercely motivated Quiz Zilla is going to do. Fans who want to listen to “Still Have Faith” can do so here. Follow on Facebook and Twitter. Learn more about Quiz Zilla. Listen on SoundCloud and Spotify. |
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