Thursday, August 27, 2015
Tony Martinez : The BeatMaker
Thursday, July 30, 2015
Kilo MOE Talks OMG Entertainment
What was it that got O.M.G Entertainment started? At the time (April 2012), I was living in Florida and in a deep depression about my injury from my years of being an athlete. A real good friend of mine who put me on to a bunch of music connects a couple of years before in Fort Myers came through and picked me up for drinks like he usually do and had a talk with me about what I was gonna do moving forward for the future.. He showed great concern about my condition and what I was doing at the time.. So in this convo a light bulb went off and I knew I wanted to get back into music.. I was somewhat concerned about my age so I wasn't necessarily interested in rapping or even being an artist. I knew a few local artists and one in particular used to come through a spot I had in the infamous pine manor neighborhood.. He was very talented so I made him a proposition that if he would put out a mixtape I'd fund it. We rode around looking for studios for him to record in. Well I didn't like the process of how studios in the area carried their business. At that point I felt there was a void to fill in the indie music market so I took it upon myself to purchase some equipment.. I lived across from a best buy so I took some paper I had and bought up Equipment.. I even hit the Craigslist... Once I started acquiring equipment I took my guest house and converted it into an office/studio and stared recording him and his team. My goal at the time was to build a label with his artists and another I met a year or so before who had already had a situation.. From that day forward OMG was created and plans were in motion. Needless to say, none of them panned out after the money was invested and marketing plans created. So in essence I started recording again and other artists started to catch wind of what I was doing because I was putting my business cards in all the music stores.
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Word play!! Not just "bars" (whatever that means nowadays) but the ability to craft a story or visualization through lyrics. Next is the delivery. Making those words cut deep into the listeners pysche. I need to be able to feel where you're coming from and the rhyme from beginning to end needs to make sense and have relevance to the hook and the artist himself or herself.
Wednesday, July 29, 2015
Drake and Meeek Mill Beef
Monday, July 27, 2015
Genius Da Kidd Talks New Single "BlattaHassee"
You recently released your new single entitled BlattaHassee, Can you tell us a little about how that came into play? It started off as a way to identify the Blooods in my bity as rightfully their own. I felt what better way then a song! The name was composed by me, Flamed Up Ru, Kilo Supergoon, OZP dizzy, and several other Blooods in my bity.
What was your inspiration behind the single? A city athem, what better fan base than the people you lay your head around? Its my ideology of what the bity consist of, and I made a lot of referential punchlines throughout the song to sort of cover Blattahassee (formerly Tallahassee)
How has the proccess been for you with trying to put your album together? It's been slow, I have 7 tracks already and I have tried to give each of them their time in circulation, but something about Blattahassee captured the bity's attention and it's still growing.
Do you have any personal favorite tracks on this album? No favorites, I like all my music. When I listen to my songs it helps me measure the growth that all artist need to make it.
How soon can we expect a release date? #Hard2KillBilly doesn't have an release date. I keep my fans with something new until their input gives me a direction on which tracks to put on an actually album, that way it won't be a listen to one track, skip a bunch of track sort of ordeal.
Where can we find your single BlattaHasse? SoundCloud
https://soundcloud.com/rod-boygenius-walker/blattahassee-genius-da-kidd
Video to be released on Youtube December.
Do you have a lot of collaborations on this single? None on the actual single. But KenKenKillit made the beat. Debryne Graphics on the single cover. JKing on the engineering.
Do you think this single will change your career in any way? It already has. It's open doors to more people wanting to support. Plus I feel more on my roots with this one.
You stated that you sent it to over 100 people before it was even released and that you performed the single at major clubs. How was that for you? It was amazing, I always email tracks to get input before the final copy. And the reviews were beyond the stars. I used to have to sit and think about which tracks I wanted to perform, but from the emails and different clubs, #Blattahassee has become a request from people bity wide.
Would you like to give any final comments or shout outs? Follow me on IG at GeniusDaKidd and like my FB page facebook.com/GeniusDaKiddkidd. Shouts out to my brother Da Beast. 2 times for my Billys. Y'all be on the look out for #Blattahassee video coming to YouTube! And thanks Locked, forever humbled. #2Times
Sunday, July 26, 2015
Bobbi Kristina Brown Dead at 22
The daughter of the late R&B icon, Whitney Houston, died in a hospice care facility near Atlanta, according to TMZ. Bobbi Kristina was originally found in a bathtub unconscious in January, before she was soon rushed to a hospital. Ever since the incident, brown has been in a coma. The Houston/Brown families have had tension between teacher other, trying to find a way to save the 22 year old. Unfortunately, they had take Brown off of life support. One medical specialist told the family that there was no recovery, according to the post.
Our condolences go out to the Brown and Houston family. It’s definitely an unfortunate ending to both Bobbi Kristina Brown and her mother, Whitney Houston.
Monday, January 5, 2015
Renagade is bringing the heat to Hip Hop!
- After spending almost the first decade of his adulthood incarcerated, Walter Taylor aka Renagade has returned with more skills and a deeper understanding of himself. Born Sept 4th, 1985 in Minneapolis, MN he spent most of his childhood growing up around the twin cities area. Renagade discovered his love for rapping around the age 8-9 when his uncle had brought him and his brother to valley fair. There in a recording booth, Renagade did his first rap to a beat “I got the power” by Snap. That is when he realized his talent and seen where he wanted to be later in life. A few years later he and his family relocated to Atlanta GA where he became friends with lil Zane. This is when his passion for music grew much deeper. After only residing in ATL for two years, his family moved back to Minnesota this time settling down in Duluth. Such a small place it was Duluth seemed to help his talent shine. At the age 15, Renagade started getting in the studio more and more than hosting on the local nightly radio station 91.3 kuws with Dj Jmac. It wasn’t until a horrible tragedy in July 2003 that landed Renagade behind bars. Facing felony murder armed robbery he was sentenced 10 years in prison with 6 years’ probation. He used his imprisonment to his advantage by reading materials and writing often to expand his mind. You see he had much more “free” time then most to focus on his desire for music. After ten long years and hundreds of songs he was released back into the world early July 2013. Even though he wanted to get right back on his grind he instead took some time adapt and enjoy his freedom. Jan 31st2014 he performed one of newest songs completed upon release “dey hatin” feat. Mac Streets at the twins bar. This was just the right come back he needed! When asked what inspired him to do music his response was “his life, so that he could express himself through lyrics”. After his first performance he began opening for artists like Layzie Bone, Lil Flip, Bop Boyz and Bone Crusher. In June 2014 his hit single “I’m the Man” was released onto Uncle J ENT Welcome to the family album that went public. Renagade collaborated with The Rejects featuring in their hit song “Parker” also appearing in their video that aired on YouTube in July 2014. I asked him “what drives your ambition” He answered, “my struggle and the things I been threw in life. I just want the world to hear what I got to say and I won’t stop until my mission is complete. I will never stop writing music because I will always have something going on in life whether it’s good or bad”. So with that said stay tuned in because a minor setback is always a major come back.I'm enjoying finding new talent and helping them get a little spotlight. Renagade gave me a interview and here's what he had to say:How did you get your name?I've always been solo my whole life and have had the renagade image since a shorty never really ran with a crowd.Who influenced your style?Really didn't have a person I tried to sound like, I grew up listening to T.I., Tupac, Easy-E & Wu-Tang, but my uncle was the one that got me into music.Did you see music being your career as a child and on into adult hood?Yeah I been doing music since I was 9, I haven't stopped since. My mind is set on "they don't have a choice but to hear me"How do you separate yourself from other artists?Everything I rap I have done or I have. I Don't do no jackin, I keep it real.Describe your music in for words.Everything they been missing.Are you looking to work with any other artists?Yeah if it comes to that, but I would like to do a song wit T.I., me and him got stuff in common.How do you feel about the current state of the game?I feel there's alot of gimmicks, I make sure to not to follow the route of alot of artists these days, but when you got money you can say and do anything wit your music.If you could, what would you change about it?Keep doing what I'm doing sooner or later they'll make room.What main stream artists currently have your attention?T.I., Kevin Gates & Bone Thugs -N- Harmony.Do you see yourself doing anything other then music, entertainment wise? Movies ext..Yeah in the process of figuring out a business plan, music is my number one, but you always gotta have options with making money.Anything big happening for you right now?Yeah, I'm currently dropping my debut album "World Wide Stikk Up" with Uncle J Ent, I just had a commercial put out for my album releasing Jan 20th, also a promotion video dropping. I got a lot of shows booked with major artist in the game now. I'll be dropping music videos the beginning of January also.What's next for you?I'm already in the process of putting beats together for my 2nd album, I was on the album Uncle J "Welcome To The Family 1" which had all kinds of major artist on it from Lil Boosie, Krayzie Bone and a lot more. I'll be dropping a single on the 2nd album that will be dropping around March.Words to live by?Never give up and you end up how you start off #workGreat interview Renagade. Looking forward to working with you more.You can find Renegade at:Good luck Renagade, I wish you success!
Sunday, December 28, 2014
MarsTheMc
MarsTheMC (born Demaris Jamelle Hargett on April 12, 1988) is an American rapper and producer from Trenton, North Carolina. Mars began rapping at age 16 during his junior year of high school. It began as a hobby but later turned d into a passion when he graduated the following year. He began producing during the summer of 2008 when he dropped out of college. Always a tan of soul music, his sound initially was based around sample based Hip-Hop. Since then he has experimented with other elements of music, yet still bringing his heartfelt approach to the table. His past projects include one mixtape (The Semester Off Mixtape) and two EP’s (The Launch & Back To Work). Mars currently has a mixtape out entitled “From Couches 2 Condos” which symbolizes his journey to become an established artist in the game. Although many look for riches and fame, Mars has his eyes set on being the voice for the little guy. Safe to say this small kid has big city dreams.
Check out the interview on MarsTheMc below:
How did you get your name?
My family nickname is “Maris” and as an artist I wanted to make music for other people so I dropped the ”i” and Mars seemed to have a ring to it. "TheMC" portion came much later on and is written without spaces.. all because I didn’t want a separation between who I am as a person and what I do.
How long have you been doing music?
Since 2005 officially.
Who were your musical influences?
Early Kanye West, Jay-Z, Nas, & Ludacris
Where are you originally from?
Trenton, North Carolina representing that Quarter Duece aka the 252
Describe your music in 4 words.
Simply Down To Earth
How do you separate yourself from other artists?
I'm not one to focus on what other artists are doing, even if they are my peers. No offense to them, I just find myself creating my best when it's just me that I'm focusing on. I believe that if you are trying to "out do" someone, you inevitably try to "out do" him/ her in their own lane. I prefer to stay in my lane and continue serving as the king of my own jungle.
Do you plan to do anything other than music in the entertainment industry?
I would love to step into acting or writing for television. We all enjoy art no matter what form. My music is an art form, much like acting and television. Although I pride myself on striving to be not discern myself as Demaris and MarsTheMC, I do feel like I show a different side of me when I'm on the mic. Like most rappers and just public performers in general, performing and creating my music is a release for me. It's a healthy outlet.
If you could compare yourself to an already established artist, who would it be & why?
Phife from A Tribe Called Quest because he was always looked at as the underdog even though he was just as dope as Q-Tip if not better. I fit the underdog role too well. You don't have to have the spotlight in order to shine.
What do you think your listeners will get from your music?
A full emotional experience. Men tend to not communicate their feelings well but my music has no shame for expressing anything. For anyone that wants to know who I am, just listen to the music. You'll learn more in a 3 - 5 minute song, than a 3 -5 conver sation, probably.
What do you, yourself hope to get from your music?
I hope to obtain a solid living by doing music and nothing else. I would really love it to be my way of life someday. Passion shouldn't feel like work.
What do you plan to do if you make it big?
I plan on being a motivational speaker at some point for small communities and charities. I would also like to remain lowkey and as humble as I am now. I want people to understand money doesn’t make a person. We just need money to live in THIS society.
Any words to live by?
Be yourself regardless of how awkward it makes other people feel.
A perfect picture to complete the interview and show you who this artist really IS... Check out more on this up and coming artist by going to the following links:
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/YaBoyMars
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/marsthemc
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/user/marsthemc
SoundCloud:
https://soundcloud.com/marsthemc/
Website:
http://outerlimitsmusic.com/
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Saturday, December 27, 2014
LOCKED Magazine presents "MoonMen"
The Moonmen's unique approach to music combines high energy sounds with, complex honest lyricism. Showing fans of the underground that the masses can still be reached, without a compromise in artist talent and integrity.
The Moonmen have had the privilege to grace many stages all over the country. As well as the opportunity to open for big name acts such as: Gorilla Zoe, Crucial Conflict, Bushwick Bill of Scarface's TheGeto Boys, Afroman, Nappy Roots, Troy Ave, and Shady Records artists Crooked I and Joe Budden
With their new singles ('T.G.I.F.' 'Anti-Gravity' ft. Cainan Barnett and 'In The Air') getting spins in College Radio stations around the country, as well as their new Music Video 'Appetite For Destruction' making its rounds on the net, the Moonmen are the hot new artists to look for. www.themoonmenmusic.com
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