HB ARTIST INSIDER: DJ KING CYRUS

       

          For the past two years The Ladies of HB have been rocking with DJ King Cyrus on our Annual Stop the Violence Program.  No one really knew this tall slim dude that we were introducing but, once he worked his magic on the turntables, they became more interested in who he was.  It has been a pleasure working with Cyrus and means even more that he feels its one of his biggest accomplishment in 2014. Cyrus has done many major events and stood next to some of the biggest stars in the world. Yet, he feels none of those events compare to seeing people from across N.C. come together and stand against the biggest problem in the country, senseless killings. Its really touching due to the fact Cyrus comes from a place where young black teens are dying daily.
        Cyrus can be heard on multiple radio stations breaking out new artist. He is always on social media offering ways for new artist to get their music heard. His blend mix tapes are available on multiple mix tape and on the streets of NY. With influences such as DJ S&S, DJ Ty Boogie, and DJ Ron G to look up to,
its no surprise that his mixes are unique and very well requested. However, Cyrus is not just a mix tape DJ.        King Cyrus's strong point is rocking parties.  He has been blessed to be heard at countless parties, Hot 97's Summer Jam Lot party, and multiple clubs.   He was able to have some main stream artist stop at the Lot party and let him know they were enjoying his work.  Cyrus realizes he cannot change the game so he has learned to adapt with the game.  He has the ability to bring people together and change lives through music. Cyrus realizes that he may not be different from other DJ's with the music he spins, gotta play what the crowd wants, however he refuses to mimic what they show the music business to be on TV.  
         Goal oriented to be more than a DJ, King Cyrus is determined to be more of a public figure.  With his work with multiple organizations to push our youth,  teen parties, and more he is working on being a man that our children can look up to.  This is only his beginning. 

Facebook: King Cyrus

Instagram:  djkingcyrus845

Soundcloud:  dj king cyrus845

HB ARTIST INSIDER: GHETTO REAPER

Born and raised in Bedstuy Brooklyn N.Y  raised projects called Louis Armstrong the Ladies of HB bring you into the world of GR bka Ghetto Reaper.  Currently GR resides in upstate Poughkeepsie, NY. Blessed with the talent to  make any type of song, rhyme to any type of beat, GR can be described as  very humbled,  business minded, and very easy to work with. Of course once crossed its a different story. GR found his love for Hip Hop when Biggie Smalls dropped the "Ready to Die" album. Hearing Bigg speak the truth and being able to relate to all the songs did something for GR that no other artist had done before.  Not to mention Bigg's flow and delivery is second to none in the upcoming artist's opinion. Biggie and DMX became the reason GR became apart of Hip Hop.  When Ghetto Reaper put out his first mix tape titled "The Dedication" he let his pain and hurt be heard.   The joy of hearing people saying he had a gift with music let him know that he was blessed with the ability to use his words to get people to listen. Now GR is on the grind to earn his  respect from other artist on the come up, people he grew up with, and his family.  

World struggles, low paying job, parents burying there kids, dudes putting their life and freedom on the line in these streets to make something out of nothing has become GR's motivation with his music.  This could very well be his way out of the life he is use to.  It will also be a way to let those that are not seeing the struggle on their own to be able to relate. GR wants his fans to know that he is  going through the same struggles they are going through in life. He can see what they see and do what they do and survive the same way they survive in this world.  GR says that his unique sound separates him from other artist.  Ghetto Reaper has the ability to speak on any subject and make it his own.  His ability to be diverse gives him the ability to change without changing himself. 

                                                                        

    I AM Profit

Ghetto Reaper changed the game when asked who he would like to work with in the industry.  Every time we ask a artist this question they state names like the infamous Biggie, Pac, or other great rappers.  When GR was asked who he would like to work with, he chose Justin Timberlake.  His reasoning only let us further know that he thinks big.....

             "I would have to say Justin Timberlake. If i could do a track with that dude, man listen my supporter base would be through the roof.  I say supporters cause I don't call people fans, but for that man to get on a track.  It would great for my career to have Justin Timberlake feature on one my songs, it would be epic."


  To holla at Ghetto Reaper for booking/interviews or just to learn more about him as a man
   
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HB ARTIST INSIDER: JACOB PEOPLES

         These days color has no impact on the rap community.   A product of rock and roll and old school hip hop Peoples is bringing something new to the music industry.  Growing up Peoples can remember his mother and father playing Ozzy Osborne and Metallica.  His whole life would change with his Uncle Daniel Peoples introducing him to hip hop.  Listening to Outkast was a huge turning point for Jacob Peoples.  Andre 3000's lyrical expertise gave him the rush that he needed.  Watching Eminem come into the music industry showed him that he too could be great.  He is definitely on his way.

        Jacob Peoples is one of the few artist who is original.  He speaks only on what he knows.   The ladies of HB have had the ability to catch him in person and there is no artist that he can be compared to.  Peoples is definitely what the industry is missing with artist coming out daily with the same sounds as others already in the industry.  Although Peoples is incomparable,  his music is the type of music that the masses can relate to. A dream chaser, Peoples has had the chance to open up with many big names including,  Meek Mill, Trinidad James, Tone Trump, Los, Chris Webby, Lil Webbie, Ying Yang Twins, Cory Gunz, Snootie Wild, T Mills, Mod Sun, Dj Unk, and Riff Raff!  He recently won a spot on the KONNECTED TOUR.  This is an all expense paid tour for unsigned artist.  Presented by Charlotte's own Kevan Glover, Jacob will have the chance to perform in five states, be seen in THE KONNECTED reality tv show, and feature on the 2014 KONNECTED song.  
         With his unique quality music, Jacob Peoples is definitely an artist you will want to keep your eyes and ears open for.  



Check out his newest track!!   Brand New Me

Social Media:  
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jacob.peoples.54

Twitter @jpeoples 336

Instagram @jacobpeoples

Reverbnation.com/jacobpeoplesgoc
Soundcloud.com/jacob-peoples

HB ARTIST INSIDER: YOUNG DIRT

         

                 In the music industry its fair to say that the underdog is not always recognized but, they are always necessary.  Coming straight out of Reidsville, NC we bring you one of the Carolina heroes Young Dirt.  Although, Dirt has not had many mainstream accolades, along with his team GHSL (pronounced G Hustle) he is definitely pushing his way to the top.  There is no separation from Young Dirt the artist and Young Dirt the man and HB is gonna let you know why.
               Dirt like many others fell in love with hip hop when it became an escape from the things going on around him in his personal life. Dirt felt like music was his only friend that totally understood and never judged him. Music taught Dirt how to maintain and helped him grow into a leader.There was no better feeling than when he started doing shows and seeing people rap along with him word for word. Knowing people can feel and identify with his pain makes the journey more worthwhile. Along with his little brother Young Hood, who is currently serving fed time, Dirt started GHSL.  Grind Hard Sleep Less had nothing to do with music though. Young Dirt and his family have always been about getting to the money, handling business and doing what's got to be done by any means. When Hood got locked up Dirt switched up the name a bit and shortened it to GHSL (pronounced G Hustle) as an acronym and as a salute to Young Hood. He was a G that hustled, and now the hustle is music.  GHSL has everything from your thug artist, female rapper, R&B singers and lots of love.  When around them you know its not a team...it's a family.  Look out for the GHSL compilation mix tape followed by Young Dirt's album! 

      
     The two time, 3 category Carolina Music Nominee is definitely one artist that understands the importance of reaching out and having support even from the "little people".  Whether it is a open mic event,  listening to your free music, or sharing and liking your links on Facebook it is a blessing.   Young Dirt said he respects the CMAs first off for being a legitimate and credible accolade in the Carolinas and beyond that for being a meeting place for artists to become familiar with the movers and shakers and even executives of the Carolina Music industry. If you can't gain from being present at an event like that you aren't cut out for the business. The year he won, Dirt said he showed up with a duffle bag full of cds in a white tee and some camo shorts and walked out with an award. 
        "That feeling alone helped to push me to another level of the grind just to maintain the respect and acknowledgement I felt I was being issued through the award. No one had to say good job to me much less give me an award. But I also know the level of work it took to receive the award, and if you're not campaigning in the Carolinas YOU WILL NOT WIN." ~Young Dirt 
        Currently Young Dirt resides in Atlanta, GA but, he frequently returns to NC to put on for his state. Atlanta artists are almost always close to a celebrity in one way or another so a lot of them have some kind of notoriety before they even start making music. The ones that don't have to have an impeccable grind to cut through the politics and make a name. Dirt realizes that to not be from ATL and still be buzzin in the streets means he is truly blessed and highly favored.  He was able to catch a lot of people by surprise with his sound and receive a lot of support early in his travels to Atlanta while word of mouth gained him a lot of momentum.  
          Its fair to say that Young Dirt is the next young mogul and has what it takes to be a star.  Stay tuned because he has a bright future and will not let his fans down.  

"Follow me on instagram and twitter @youngdirt, like my Facebook fan page www.facebook.com/youngdirtakamrdoitall, check out my youtube page www.youtube.com/youngdirtghsl and my VEVO page www.youtube.com/youngdirtvevo! I'm out here workin and imma keep bringin yall that 2 Real 4 Radio flow #SALUTE" ~ Young Dirt

Booking/contact

(919) 521-3740
Mr. Demetrius D. Williams
Personal Management
(828) 303-3150
Ms. L.B. Whitener
Press Management

YoungDirtGHSL@gmail.com
MsLBMgmt@gmail.com

HB Artist Insider: Suave Ri

     

        Representing Salisbury and Thomasville, NC, the ladies of HB would like to present Suave Ri.  Recently we got a chance to exchange words with this 25 year old music entertainer/rapper from the 704/336 and it was nothing but, love.  He has been a frequent performer for Trippple Threat Thursdays, which our President Mz Leggz is involved in with DJ Small Wonda.  He finally took the time to let the ladies get inside of his head.  Suave began his journey with hip hop around seven or eight years old from my brothers, Jermaine, Tone, Al, & Matt.  Suave said he vividly remember times back in the day with Jermaine when we would sit around in the room or just in the house cleaning up and listen to hip hop all day. They would rap lyrics back and forth and have debates on who was the hottest artist in the rap game or who's accomplished this and who's won this and that.  Although he has been enjoying hip hop most of his life, honestly speaking he has only been apart of the game four years.  Suave said he was always the quiet dude that never said much but, was always up on the latest music.  He often found himself surrounded by rappers to the point there would be five dudes in the house free styling over instrumentals Suave would find off the internet.  He would never say anything during the sessions.  Instead he would wait until everyone left and play beats and rap over them to himself.  One day, Suave finally got the guts and joined the cipher and proved that he had the juice. 

                          https://soundcloud.com/richo-b-1/best-kept-secret-by-suave

          His once biggest fear of performing in front of crowds has been surpassed and he is seen frequently at different showcases letting his lyrics speak to the crowd.  Everyone has their opinion on the music industry today and Suave is no different. Suave spoke on how today sex sells more so than the  "content"  of music.  However, Suave separates himself from other artist by being a conscious rapper who recreates real lifestyles in the listeners head that they can relate to because they are living that lifestyle. A person can feel passion through your words regardless of what words you may use.  Suave wants to be able to show his soul to the fullest extent through his music. His goal is for his fans to be able to take his songs and have his music speak volumes in there life, to help them through there struggle like other artist did for him, and for listeners to be able to take the good with the bad of me because everything he says on his tracks are real regardless of right or wrong, rather you can relate to this or that track or not.  His advice for other artist, which he received from DJ's and A&R's, is to stay on the scene, get familiar with people who are watching, and always have a show mix!!!!! Never let anyone tell you no and always give 100% on the stage! 


        Anyone who supports me is thank you, thank you, thank you! without any of you it wouldn't be possible, its hard to get people to support and believe so for the ones that do its much love and respect this way! ~Suave


 follow Suave Ri on soundcloud @Suave Ri 
                       or on Facebook @Suave Ri,
                                    On IG  @Suaveri22

HB Artist Insider: Lady Leash

            The music industry can be torture to a female in the game. Females often have to fight the image of being easy or often they are persuaded to be sexual in order to make moves. Well, Newark Delaware's Alicia Dickerson, known in the underground music world as “Lady Leash” refuses to follow the norm and will not give up. Currently residing in North Carolina, Leash has been doing music since she was in elementary school. She was a member of the chorus from the time she was in third grade until she reached ninth grade. She once dreamed of being a singer however when she wrote her first rap in 09',somewhat imitating the infamous Mary J, Lady Leash found her hidden talent. Now she writes, raps and sings.

            Lady Leash is a firm believer that the messages in music today are a big part of the problems we are having with our youth. However, she she feels that its only heightened when the kids are not getting the proper love, guidance or support at home. Therefore, our youth are easily influenced and believe the negative they hear is cool. With her son as her motivation Leash is determined to make a difference with her music. She wants to tell her story while also helping fans gain knowledge, self respect, confidence, strength and realness from her tracks. She knows that she is blessed with a talent that she strives hard at achieving. She fears not succeeding.

                              

          Currently, Lady Leash is working on her mix tape “Un~Leashed” and it has her focus. You can find Leash at local shows and contest working on being heard by anyone and everyone who is willing to listen. She hopes to one day work with her favorite rapper, Meek Mill, because she feels his testimony is a lot like hers and shows her she can make it too. She would also like to reach her plateau with artist such as Yo Gotti, Rich Homie Quan, Trey Songs and the beautiful Jasmine Sullivan. When asked what she wants her fans to know, “That I am going to give ya'll what ya'll have been missing, I'm the good stuff”.  

HB Artist Insider: Yung Bee Bee

       Facebook, twitter and youtube have been buzzing for months with different freestyles from Florida underground artist Yung Bee Bee.  People sharing the video with friends and wondering "Who is this dude?".    HB's CEO Nena got a chance to speak with the artist while he finishes off some time to get in his head and see what his future holds. As a child  he was given the name Bee Bee and because of the age that he started rapping it followed yung.  His music follows a global approach, Bee Bee wants to speak to the world.  He says the beats tell him what to say.  Bee Bee likes to speak to his fans and have them understand his pain. He has had his share of up and downs just like the next person but, he believes we all have to keep pushing and never give up. 

                                                                 

                                                      

                                                     Yung Bee Bee - Number Line (Freestyle)

         Bee Bee's music career is fairly fresh as far as getting his music out to the world but, his music videos have gone viral so fast and he thanks God for it.  He was picked to be apart of a reality show called "Kings and Queens" with rap artist Bone Crusher and the comedian Shawty.  He see's that as one of his biggest accomplishments as an artist.  This is only the beginning because this man is super talented.  From watching his youtube view grow, to having women ask him to sign her boobs, Bee Bee is thankful for all that he has accomplished.  Make sure that you stay tuned for this star in the making. 

Twitter: yungbbturnup954

Facebook: David yungbb heller,  young bebe,  bee bee

IG:  yungbb_next2blow

HB Artist Insider: Producer J Manifest

North Carolina’s J. Manifest is more than just a producer. He’s a business man behind the beats. Coming from Rocky Mount, Jerard ‘Manifest’ Wiggins proved his rare ability of being a great emcee and producer at the very beginning of his young life. High-quality production remained the ‘focus’ of Manifest’s motives, which would soon land him in the mist of engineering at the early age of 13. Responsibly determined, Manifest took it upon himself to play around with musical instrument sounds, from piano keys to drums, until his entire neighborhood was familiar with his production wisdom & craft.

Each weekend would arrive, and the super producer-to-be would make sure to be present at all of the city’s rap battles, hosted by Rocky Mount’s main radio station, WRSV Soul Jams 92.1. Using his double sword talent, J. Manifest would win every single battle in the city, only confirming his gift for music. Manifest carried that impressive winning title up until the rap battles were cancelled but didn’t stop there. During high school, the young music chief would leave sports practices and go over to East Sound Studio, where he obtained his very first job as an engineer. Manifest ventured into the ‘independent artist’ lane for only a brief era, but he’d soon find out that being an artist wasn’t his truest niche.

Luckily, his music focus and his decision to manifest his dreams still opened up doors for him –leading him to his real music purpose – super producing and engineering. With recent music placement/credits under his belt like working with: Poe Boy Music Group, MMG artists, Project Pat, Max B, Beanie Sigel, Young Buck, and Smack DVD/URL battles, Manifest continues to create top notch projects with artists of all breeds. This includes recently producing MMG's Rick Ross's track "Drug Dealers Dream" on his new Mastermind album.

In 2001, amazing things began to happen for J. Manifest. He teamed up with a few fellow NC producers, which would help him to sharpen his producing skills and recording techniques. As mentioned earlier, Manifest, has always been equipped with the luxurious ideas of branding, which birthed his ‘Kickz-N-Snarez’ clothing label, inspired by fashion and music. A plethora of hoodies, varsity jackets, and t-shirts come from this musically influenced clothing label, and are include custom designed images. M.E. MusicWorks studio located in the heart of Carolina (Raleigh, NC), is presently the super producer’s place of business. Many of the state’s most focused indie artists come to this man for ideas, consultation, and most importantly ‘high quality recording and production’. There is only more greatness to come from this ‘King’ of a producer. To stay in tune with what J. Manifest will present next, visit www.legionofmuzik.com and www.kickznsnares.com .

HB Artist Insider: Trapbo Chad

         Born in the 860 and Raised in a town they call K-vegas, Chad Landry fell in love with hip hop at a very early age.   As a toddler his mother taught him his first verse, " Well I am wonder mike and I'd like to say hello/ to the black to the white the red and the brown the purple and yellow, but first..." a line from the infamous Sugarhill Gang.  Chad is influenced by many great artist including the late greats Biggie Smalls and Big L as well as Curren$y.  Trapbo says that Biggie Smalls "Gimme the Loot" is the song that actually made him fall in love with hip hop.  He laughs at the thought of bumpin the track, screaming every word out the window except for the curse words because he is working on cleaning up his speech lately. 

       Trapbo Chad definitely has the drive to become a major star. His first show Chad paid 300 bucks to radio personnel, Waleed Coyote for 35 tickets. He stood in the cold in mid-December 2012 slanging the tickets outside of Venue Lounge in Greensboro. I performed at like 1:45 am and then when we were done at 2:10 am.  He believed in himself enough to take the chance which is more than be said for many new artist. A lot of artist don't invest in themselves.  This became Chad's most memorable experience as an artist because after his performance his homie said a girl was "waiting" for him in the hall. Chad said when he  went over to the hallway to see what was up and he received his first kiss with a black girl. Trapbo lost about a hundred bucks for that event but, it was a learning experience.

      When speaking on hip hop and whether it is dead, Trapbo Chad refers to Curren$y when he said  "Rap ain't wrong, it's just fucked up, not like that forever though. Because you got us, good weed, bad bitches among us. Try not to let this bullshit become us..."  Trapbo believes in this perspective of the rap game heavy. He says he doesn't want to breathe life into it, Ihe wants to blow kush on it.  And by the way. Curren$y if you see this,  "I'M TRYNA WORK" ~Trapbo Chad.  Trapbo has some  top notch material and a little bit of weed and a dilligent work ethic which he feels will help him when he gets his chance to work with anyone in the industry already. He spoke briefly on getting his hat signed by Spitta and Roddy. He has been flying it on his wall ever since.  He thinks after working with these artist that he could die happy. 

   If you have never taken a listen to any of Chad's music you definitely want to.  He is featured on HB's "Fucc Yo Beats" with his rendition of Jay-z's What's my name.  In 2014 he is looking forward to more progress as well as the drop of his mix tape "Young Man the tape" and  Blackened Essence Debut Magazine issue on January 17th.

Salute to you Trapbo Chad from The Ladies of HB

http://www.soundcloud.com/trapbo_chad

http://www.reverbnation.com/trapbochad

trapbo_chad@yahoo.com

twitter: @trapbo_chad

HB Artist Insider: Choo Biggz

          Darryl Greene was born on August 29th, 1985 and was givin the name "Choo-B" at birth by his Godmother.  Choo grew up in New York and was bred into music due to his grandfather Richard Truss being the owner of the legendary T-Connection Night Club in the 1970s.  Growing up Choo-B was inspired by musical idols such as Michael Jackson, Jay-Z, Nas, Biggie, 2-Pac, Wu-Tang Clan and DMX. These days Choo feels that the music industry sucks and he is only a fan of Jay-Z, 50 Cent, and Diddy. However, he has alot to offer to the music world.

 

        He learned his first rhyme at the tender age of 5, with the push of his uncle John-B.  Choo spent his youth moving from NYC to Maryland and then Georgia, attending various schools in different cities and letting the souther influences shape his musical tastes.  Due to the many influences Choo is able to bring a very universal style to his music.  His music is inspired by his passion for thought and problem solving. Because he spends alot of time thinking he is able to create the best music to leave his listeners wanting to hear more of his voice as well as his stories.  Even though a Bronz native, Choo counts artist like Pastor Troy, HitMan, Sammy Sam, Three 6 Mafia and Cash Money amongst other influences.  Gathering much acclaim over the years as a flurishing artist,  Choo has been co-signed by the likes of Mister Cee as well as 50 Cent, who recently twittered "Check this sh*t out"  Underground star choo biggz its hot!".
         Choo Biggz debut album "The Underground Star" LP, is highly anticipated after signing a recording contract with David Michery of ESMG in 2012.  His first single "Tonight", features 50 Cent & Tank.  It was produced by 2Deep of Germany, who has accumulated over 100 million song plays though his own website as part of the Anno Domini Beats production team, as well as numerous critically acclaimed mixtapes, platinum selling albums and collaborations with the Hip Hop greats.  2Deep is also responsible for the production work on "The Underground Star" mixtape by Cchoo, which features songs or remixes with Styles P, Tech N9ne and Shyheim the Manchild.  Although, Choo faces the big obstacle of making sacrafices, they have not stopped this young man from definitely doing what needs to be done to make it. Check him out....


Latest Mixtape Release:  "The Underground Star" (Prod By 2Deep)
           http://www.sendspace.com/file/po1u0t

HB Artist Insider: King Jamez

  



       More than a man, King Jamez is a musician, son, brother, leader, community activist and a revolutionary.  Birthed in Heidelberg, Germany King Jamez first showed his way with words through poetry. At the age of 13 Jamez recorded his first song and the rest is history.  Everyone has a story of how their life was and how they wanted to make it better. Not everyone takes the time to make the difference happen. Instead of listening to the people that told him he couldn't or wouldn't make it in the music industry, King Jamez and a few of his cousins formed Beast Nation. Beast (Black Entreprenuers Always Stand Tall) Nation not only is a record label or promotions group, its a lifestyle that the team stands by.  Jamez says, "We Beast the competition and when one feasts the whole team eats."



        At 10 years old King Jamez's Uncle Duke took him to Walmart and brought his Master P's album "Ghetto Postage" after his mom had told him he couldn't get it due to the explicit lyrics.  By the time they made it home he had learned most of the lyrics.  Althought his mother went off on him this would be one of his first memories with hip hop.  He is influenced my hip hop's greats such as Big Daddy Cane, 2 Pac, & Slick Rick.  His true fans stay fans because they like what he likes and understand his lyrics and personally on behalf of HB, we love the energy.  Jamez keeps himself separate from other artist because he only listens to himself and his own artist with Beast Nation. the only time he hears other artist music is at the club, during listening sessions, etc. As he makes his way to worldwide distribution, Jamez goal is to create music that is timeless and to inspire his peers that the sky is definitely the limit.
        A graduate from Clark University, King Jamez made sure to succeed by keeping music as a hobby and second to his education. Graduating from Clark Atlanta University's Mass Media Department has been his biggest accomplishment thus far but, will definitely not be his last. Offstage Jamez is witty, laid back and observant but, when he is on stage you have no choice but, to Turn up with him. He has worked with

almost everybody in Atlanta including Future, 2Chainz, B.O.B, Hustle Gang, Rich Homie Quan, Gorilla Zoe, KE On The Track, La Da Boomman, Travis Porter, Greg Street, Roscoe Dash, and  Lil Bankhead but is waiting to work with Jhene Aiko, she's a BEAST.  Compared to the music industry when he was younger he feels the industry is watered down because artists use to pain pictures and were real about what they spoke. Now that everyone knows how profitable it can be he says its so easy a caveman can do it.  Yet, Jamez says that the mainstream industry is what you make of it once you reach the stage.

Stay in touch with the KING!!

                                           Facebook.com/OfficialKingJamezATL
                                           Twitter/Insta @KingJamezATL
                                           YOUTUBE.com/KingJamezATL
                                           REVERBNation.com/OfficialKingJamez

                                           Soundcloud.com/OfficialKingJamez       

      

HB Artist Insider: Platinum

          

Platinum

           Everyone that knows anything about rap knows that its just another form of poetry. Platinum is know different. Bred in Binghamton, New York and now making moves in Greensboro, NC, this lady is pushing the bar for other female MC's. As a child Naila Cole enjoyed writing poetry but, by 14 she knew she wanted to rhyme. Admiring the skills of other females in the game such as Eve she knew she had to come hard.

            Givin the name PLATINUM due to the platinum bars that she spits, little mama is giving her listeners a better understanding of who she is. She uses her trials, tribulations and moods to help others understand that everyone lives yet, life doesn't have to be a negative factor to your future. Platinum understands that networking is key. You can find her hitting up local open mics in her area, building a major fan base everywhere she goes. The importance of a supportive fan base that will encourage her as an artist, listen, and speak on her talent is the way she is making her presence known.

             When asked what mainstream artist she would like to work with Ms. Cole threw out some heavy hitters. She would have loved to work with Tupac for his floetry, Eve for her lyracism, Jadakiss to keep that NY swag and Eminem because everyone knows Em is just sick. Platinum is also a fan and would love to work with Jeezy and T.I. “The King”. Her thoughts on the rap industry..... “the rap industry is rapped up”. Platinum feels that you have to have a certain look to get a deal but, that doesn't give an artist the total package. Rappers are no longer lyrical, which can be agreed with all the dance songs. There are few true MC's in the industry. Real Hip-Hop lives underground (spoken as a true lyracist).

            Look out for Platinum's upcoming mixtape “The Sample Platter”. As a promoter and a fan I can promise you will not be dissatisfied. You can also catch her every Thursday from 2-4pm on www.fleetdjradio.net

Facebook: www.facebook.com/nailacole ; www.facebookbandprofile.com/platinum

Reverbnation: www.reverbnation.com/platinumplush

Instagram: @nybreed

HB Artist Insider: Ray Montana

             

Ray Montana

Reppin Greene Co, Snow Hill to be exact, Ray Montana is a very infuriated artist; his demeanor and approach in his music sets him apart from the rest.  He has been in the rap game for 10 years.  When speaking of performing, he speaks very passionately saying, "I love it because its the best feeling ever!"
He chose his name while chilling with his cousin. A glimpse at a Tony Montana poster helped him to do so. He is influenced by T.I., who he views as a motivated person and he likes the way he spits (in other words, how he raps).  I asked him what his views were on mainstream music and Ray Montana said "music today is very different, its a new movement, and all music isn't good music.  Some people listen to music for the beat and how it makes you move and others listen for the lyrics."  On his upcoming mixtape, Money Music Motivation,  he dedicates "Letter to my Mother" to his mom.  He expressed what she has done for him and his appreciation.  He basically wants to say he loves her. Being that Ray Montana is an extremely motivated artist, his message to his fans is motivation and follow your dreams.  Look out for the upcoming mixtape Money Music Motivation dropping soon and more work from 501 Ent. His current single is "They Say," check it out on Youtube.


Facebook: Ray Montana Webb
Twitter: @RayMontana89

HB Artist Insider: Ms. Trice

 

Ms. Trice

Born Patrice Jones from Nashville, Tennessee. Ms. Trice, CEO of Big Appetite Entertainment is an underground female artist whose delivery is hardcore but her style is Southern, yet real. Her lyrics are uplifting to women and let them know to “pursue their dreams regardless of their situation. She began her music career while in junior high school. Being a big fan of Lauryn Hill, she was influenced by her as well as other big names in the game at that time; Mia X, Gangsta Boo, Eve, Lil Kim and Foxy Brown. Ms. Trice came up with her name while thinking in a boss state of mind.

said, “Just as Nicki Minaj has her Barbie’s, she has her misses’. As a boss and having things going for yourself, people should call you Ms.!” Big Appetite Entertainment, her company name, was a thought that just stuck with her without a limit and it could be used with any genre of music. As a female artist her sound is different, she relates to it as being “real”, and women can really relate to it. It’s not just entertaining and saying random things to entertain listeners. Her outlook on mainstream rap music today is that “it lacks substance but overall its entertainment. Ms. Trice has opened up for artist like Three Six Mafia, Eight Ball & MJG, Scarface and many others. She refers to them as “great artist that are still relevant.” She admits onstage she tends to get a little nervous but once she starts vibing with her fans, it all goes away. One artist that she would love to work with is Nicki Minaj, solely because “she’s a hot artist and it would be a dope track.” With her upcoming mixtape, “We All Gone Eat” due out this month, “Where Credits Due” is a very influential song. The song is about her father always being in her life. “It means a lot to express that there’s a lot of good black men out there who hold it down and stick around for their children” The message she wants her listeners to take from her music is to always stay focused on whatever it is you want to do in life regardless of what it is.

TWITTER.COM @ Ms. Trice

FACEBOOK Ms. Trice

TUMBLR.COM Ms. Trice

REVERBNATION.COM Ms. Trice

YOUTUBE: themuzik14

HB Artist Insider: Final Score Entertainment

Final Score Entertainment

Final Score, which consists of Tito Montana, who

is the CEO, D. Weathers, Promise Marie, Pro T, Craze Marci,

and J. Cease is an entertainment company located in

Poughkeepsie, N.Y. It was established in 2003 (but officially

kicked off in 2009) by Mr. Montana. He came up with the

name while taking a graphic design course. While working

on a project, he came across the name and it stood out

because final score represents “end of the game.” Being

that he came from a street background, he knew if music

was going to be his new means of hustle then final score

was going to be the end of the street life; it also set well

and there was no reason to alter it in any way. Final Score

has opened up for many mainstream artists. The feeling

they get while onstage is bittersweet; performing is good

when people know your material and you see their reaction.

Their advice for upcoming artists today is “not to follow

someone else way and the game respects those who did it

different.” While most artist are big on sounding like

whatever is hot opposed to making music that represents

them, Final Score is just the opposite. Their sound is very

unique; the music that they make doesn’t sound familiar

when you first hear it, so for that reason alone they don’t

duplicate the current sound. They want you to consume that

their music is “real.” Tito added, “Final Score is like trying

new foods, a lot of people aren’t open to trying new foods,

they’re accustomed to what they like and that’s it but many

foods out there are delicious if you give it a shot and Final

Score is that! Also, once they open themselves up to it, they

appreciate it that much more because it was different and

good at the same time.”

In their music career, they don’t categorize their

accomplishments because each one pushes them closer in

their direction. Although, opening up for Juelz Santana and

many others was a huge accomplishment, it’s no bigger than

their promotional tour was in 2010 for the County, State and

Fed Time album to N.C. During this tour they performed in

seven cities in three days.

An influential track for them is “Open Casket” from

the County, State, and Fed Time album, it’s a “real record”

and many artists are afraid to speak of death because they

feel like it will speed up the process, but they (FS) feel like

“it’s a part of like and you just make sure you take care of

what you need to.” Another track “The Altar” which features

Rell from Roc-A-Fella Records on the upcoming album Tito

Montana presents The Score (the compilation album) is

about manning up and committing to that one woman that

has really held you down.

The Score album will be dropping soon, make sure

you get your copy. D. Weathers and Young Zack executive

produced this album because Mr. Montana wanted them

to have the experience of the project from start to finish

and get an idea of what the CEO goes through to have a

successful project. Final Score shouts out all artists who

made it all happen.

Videos can be viewed on worldstarhiphop.com

Twitter: @IAM_TITOMONTANA

@DWEATHER5

@PROT845

@PROMISEMARIEE

@THEKIDJCEASE

Facebook: THEREALTITOMONTANA

YouTube: FINALSCOREENT845

HB Artist Insider: Kedrick Lewis

       

    “Kedrick” means takes care of his family….it gets no realer than that.
 Prez of HB got a interview up and coming rap artist Kedrick Lewis out
of GA recently and had a chance to get into his head.  It was a very
intriguing interview.  When asked the difference in a rapper and a
artist this was the answer he gave:  “ A rapper does music for a
certain crowd.  A artist does music for the love of the craft or for
everyone.  Anyone can rap but, not everyone can’t be a artist”

               Kedrick said when his fans hear his music they have to
take the good and the bad.  He is the type of artist that wants to
learn as well as teach.  He can do hood music, as you will see in his
upcoming album “VIP STATUS” which drops July 4th , as well as positive
music as you will see in his life story mix tape that will drop soon
after entitled “Rehab”.   As a member of the group, In Crowd, when you
see Kedrick perform you’re gonna see so much energy.  This young man
feels free when on stage.  Being a artist is a job in his eye. You are
guaranteed to be entertained when you watch him perform.



               “The music industry has a lot of talent but, there is
a lot of one hit wonders. I see the Jay-z and Kanyes takin their style
and swagger from the south and makin hits. The South is winning right
now”.  These words from a man that really looks into the music scene
and can see how rap groups such as “Field Mob” are overlooked by the
mainstream. He can see how when it comes to music now, its all about
money and not about the music.  With the challenge of getting out of
his area he can see that many artist, including him self, are
overlooked.

               Kedrick is hungry!!! You definitely want to take a
chance to listen and learn this young man. He will definitely be
coming to a city near you.

HB Insider: Star Easy

      

                                                                  
      Marshard Mcknight aka Star Easy gave up a four year scholarship to the University of Rhode Island for football in order to pursue his rap career and it is really paying off.  He is the CEO & President of S.M.I.L.E Ent, one of the biggest artists in SouthEast Ga. and has  opened up
for many mainstream artists such as Juvenile, Blood Raw, Shawty Lo,Waka Flocka Flame, Pastor Troy & more.....now thats what we call working!!!
      Stareasy was inspired by Kelly Boy (RIP) who use to always come by and do music. Kelly Boy passed in 2004while playing basketball. He went hard so hard Easy felt like he was keeping the dream alive. Easy's song Georgia was fatured on BET uncut. The song was actually out way before Ludicris and Tity Boi.  With his music fans can take that it gets hard but, you got to learn to smile. A lot of my music is struggle music. Where Marshard is  from the city is a struggle. Everyone is somebody. Because someone has something doesn’t mean you can have it. Luda didn’t mention the 912 in the Area code song but, he wants his people to know "if you want it you can get it".
      Stareasy has a industry swag. A lot of underground artist just record anything. He is very persistant and his music quality is on point. However, it has not always been the case.
His first song was  recorded in the Dubshack (small studio in my mom’s home). He let his homeboys hear it and they were like, "you really sound good." from then it was on!!!
      He is influenced by his fans. In the southeast a lot of people want autographs and recognize him now so he knows people listen. When he drop cd’s its not long before people want more. You can catch Stareasy every Thursday for $3 Thursdays at Club Chaos in his home city.  his video "Phone Sex" ft TracStar & Scrill got over 30,000 downloads on WorldStarhipHop.com which lets the future star know that he can not only get attention at home but, world wide. His biggest achievement is his "Georgia Day".  It began as a video shoot and now it is an annual event where StarEasy as well at times some sponsor's give back to the youth.  This man is a threat for anyone that ain't careful and certified by The Ladies of HB!!!  His current mixtape "President Easy" was well received in the streets and is available on tweetmymixtape.com 

Check him out: 

facebook.com/StarEasy
twitter.com/@StarEasy
youtube.com/Stareasy23
 

HB Artist Insider: Ananamuss

     

         Born and raised in "Trappa City" Clinton, NC Byron Register aka Ananamuss is definitely making noise.  With multiple mixtapes, a laid back stage presence and a huge fan base this man is doing his thing. As the  face of VMG (Villain Music Group) he is making sure everyone that listens to what he has to say knows why he is the self proclaimed Best Rapper Alive.
        At the age of 14, after returning back to his home in Trappa City he began recording heavy and has not stopped yet. Given the name Ananamuss from one of his homies after seeing that his original name "Profit" was takin he definitely not Anonymous. Rapping is the first thing that he has ever loved besides family and his seeds. VMG comes from a song that he did "I'm Mad" which features label mate "Best Kept Secret".  The artist feels there is nothing good about real life.  With it in his head that he was the bad guy in the music industry he created the Villain Music Group with his producer, manager and the man behind his sound Biggz the Butcher. Currently he is the VMG movement which also features Best Kept Secret and Biggz son SL Series.
        Ananamuss steps out of the norm with his music because it is real.  His music is what the streets call Trap Music. And although alot of artist speak of their life selling keys and making the millions Ananamuss writes from the bottom.  Most real street niggas are struggling.  He feels there is no frontin in his verses. He is also loved for his dedication and confidence.  When you ask him whats his fears for his career he replies, "I have none. As long as I keep it real they will rock with me.  The only fear I have is getting writer's block. Right now it comes easy."  Although he has had the chance to work with many major artist on his latest mixtape "Str8 From Da Horses Mouf" his greatest accomplishment has yet to be reached. Ananamuss feels that when his greatest accomplishment is reached he won't have to say that he is the Greatest Rapper Alive because anyone that hears his music will feel it. He is definitely close to living his dream to be a living legend. The artist is definitely still hungry and plans to stay this way.

Ananamuss ft. Hugg E. Bear

"I Stay On It"

        Coming soon to the streets, "St8 From The Horses Mouf" will be in album form.  With all original beats fans will see alot of growth from his last mixtape "The Rest is History".  With this mixtape you will see how he has grown from a boy to a man.  Named for the fact that he tells listeners about his struggles with life.  From being a hustla to having no where to go, this mixtape does more than any interview could ever do because you get it from the man himself. "Str8 From The Horses Mouf" features Styles P, Shawnna (from DTP), Kool G Rap, SL Series and Best Kept Secret.  Produced mostly by Biggz, NC producer Manifest, Fabe and Smoke Eazzi also lent a hand in this classic to come.
       Ananamuss, like many other artist, gets nervous before performances.  But, when the mic is in his hand he gets in his groove. Just getting to the point where he can see the crowd and not the finish line before him, he feels there is no better feeling than hearing the crowd rap along to his lyrics.  It feels good to hear artist that he looked up to and admired such as Styles P tell him that he is nice and has bars.  Hearing his props only make him work harder.  And he works to make sure that his music is what the fans can relate to because when your music is real, fans respect you more. Salute!!!

Make sure to download his mixtapes:  Deals on the Table http://www.datpiff.com/Various-Artists-Ananamuss-Deals-On-Da-Table-Governor-Muss-Mixtape-05-2k10-mixtape.148918.html

  The Rest is History      http://www.datpiff.com/Ananamuss-The-Rest-Is-History-Mixtape.200084.html

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