Featured Stars Music : February 2021

Sunday, February 28, 2021

Featured Artist *Tommy Swisher

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Tommy Swisher is a rising hip hop artist from St. Louis Missouri, currently residing in Los Angeles, California.

Tommy released a single track entitled “Heart Away” on March 27th of 2020. Heart Away became wildly popular within a few weeks of its release and as of today has reached over 500k streams on Spotify.

Tommy Fisher paid tribute to NBA legend Penny Hardaway within his track “Heart Away” using a play on words we found quite ingenious. This song is definitely a catchy one before you know it you will be singing it out of the blue.

Tommy Swisher stated; “This song is about craving financial stability, as I’m sure we all do, not only for ourselves but for the ones who depend on us. It’s also about staying focused while your grinding, not letting lust and wants slow you down.” – Tommy Swisher

Tommy Fisher hasn’t stopped reaching new heights in his successful music career. Tommy performed on Fox Soul in Los Angles during the Tammie Mac Late Night Show this last year, then he went on to open for rapper “Lil Boosie”. Tommy continues to sky rocket towards fame surpassing 1 million streams on Spotify with his single “Fall For Me” produced by Grammy Award winner Jim Jonsin.

Find out more about Tommy Swisher by clicking the links provided below.

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Spotify
Youtube
Facebook
Twitter
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Featured Artist *BrandonR

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BrandonR’s vocal flavor is playful as he spills his poetic lyrics onto a lovely melody filled with different instruments reminding us of well, .. “Those Dayz”.

BrandonR participated in church choir as a child until he was about 13. He always loved old school gospel which began with his late grandmother and grandfather’s church music group called the “Golden Harps.” The majority consisted of many talented family members that either played instruments or sang. He soaked up a lot of that in growing up which he credits them for the soulful energy and sound of his music that he displays.

BrandonR did some writing in high school but he was so focused on being a successful baseball player which he went on to pursue in college. It was hard for him to sit down & think on what would work for him musically.

Many people told him he could sing and to take advantage but he was timid and didn’t understand how to express himself musically at the moment instead of just letting it come naturally he stated in recent interviews. That taught him a lesson because he learned that you have to jump into things without thinking so much.

“After all, we’re going to make mistakes and will not be the best starting out”, BrandonR said in another interview.

Nevertheless, BrandonR is out there trying to get to the top of the game. BrandonR feels that R&B is not what it used to be, comparing it to the sound in the 90s, because the music has changed and because new beats have since been cultivated. If he was given one opportunity to change the face of the R&B industry, BrandonR believes that we need to try and get back to artists making their sounds more personal with a more genuine sound, even though there are still genuine artists out there.

BrandonR just dropped his latest single, “Save a Spot, which is dedicated to the memory of his grandmother and to the Coronavirus victims.

With 7 projects officially released including his most recent project “Save a Spot” and 2019 album “Mixed Feelings”, BrandonR brings “vibes with soulful melodies”. Recently joining the TBG family, BrandonR has many projects underway and cannot wait for you all to hear it.

Check out all of BrandonR’s music by checking out the links below and following on all social media platforms for new updates on projects planned to drop this coming year!

Website: https://www.brandonrvibes.com

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/4eJeNrRmR31cgqRWpt9M7Y?si=uc3zpiX0SK2bcjDYge3L4g

SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/6GRF3mPCsbmAC5yu6

YouTube: https://youtu.be/g9oynbpw4sc

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/those-dayz-feat-simply-dave-single/1536937710

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonrofficial/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonrofficial

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Featured Artist *James Holloway

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James Holloway has an infectious smile that spills over your heart when you meet him for the first time. His vocals are soothing and unforgettable putting all those who are within ear shot in a trance. We listened to his latest release “Bye” a song about heartache and strength perfectly produced into a track no one will be able to resist. We have a feeling “Bye” won’t go Bye Bye for a long time coming.

James Holloway is an award-winning actor, recording artist, songwriter, director, producer, professor, and screenwriter. He is a professor for Acting at Pace University’s School of Performing Arts and was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

James’s writing prowess has been on the rise and on display for the screen and for song. He currently has a finalist placing screenplay entitled “REAL MEN” in development, gearing up to go into production by next year.

James’s hit single “No Smile” marked his first musical entry with popular London-based producer, DSOUNDS (Dino Kararic) and their new track “Bye” is sizing up to become their breakout song. James has appeared in television shows and films that have screened at Cannes Film Festival all the way to airing on HBO, Showtime, ABC, NBC, BET, and more.

James has been highly praised by audiences and critics alike for his performances onstage at Tony Award-winning and Off-Broadway theaters all across America. He’s the recipient of the BroadwayWorld Award-Los Angeles for Best Featured Actor in ‘Broken Fences’ at The Road Theatre Company and was nominated for an Audelco Award for his work in ‘Separate and Equal’ at 59E59 Theaters in New York City. He’s originated roles in ‘Tiny Houses’ at Cleveland Play House and Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, ‘History of the Word’ at Crossroads Theatre; and ‘The Men’ at Primary Stages. Other select work in theatre includes ‘Superior Donuts’ at Geva Theatre Center; ‘Fences’ at Bristol Riverside Theatre; ‘Weekend Comedy’ at The New Theatre; ‘A Few Good Men’ at Flat Rock Playhouse; ‘Macbeth’ at Theatre Row. Some TV includes Law & Order: SVU (NBC), Blue Bloods (CBS), Sam & Cat (Nickelodeon), Grey’s Anatomy (ABC, Directed twice by Debbie Allen), The Newsroom (HBO), and Masters of Sex (Showtime). Some film includes The Roe Effect (HBO), The Cycle (HBO), and Jackson Parish (BET, Craft Award for Best Actor at First Run Film Festival). As a producer, he won Best Solo Show at the 2015 DC Black Theatre Festival for The Michelle Play, about Michelle Robinson (Obama), written by his father, James Maurice DeLeon.

In addition to all his greatness James holds a Master’s in Classical Acting from the famed London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) and completed his undergrad at State University of New York – Purchase College.

Play his latest single “Bye” available now on all music platforms!

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/6gZShGnEQUdskicivzL0cx

Follow James Holloway for future updates and new music releases

SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/james-holloway-892198401/james-holloway-bye-prod-by

Instagram: www.instagram.com/jameshollowayofficial

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ilikejamesholloway

Twitter: www.twitter.com/jamesholloway12

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jameshollowayofficial?

Website: www.iamjamesholloway.com

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Saturday, February 27, 2021

Featured Artist *LEX

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Who knew that a single blueberry would shoot this talented artist to stardom. LEX belts out moving emotional songs one after the other. We felt the depth that she conveys in such detail making it impossible to skip to another track without finishing.

LEX is an LA singer-songwriter who released her debut solo album with Fire Tower Entertainment, entitled “Bits and Pieces”. LEX works through her journey of growth and self actualization through short story songs, set tragically into motion by the passing of her father.

“Blueberry”, the main song off the album that LEX shared with ECHO Magazine; “what ‘Blueberry’ truly comes down to is the fact that I don’t love myself… I say it point blank in the first line. For the longest time, I really didn’t know how to love myself, and I still don’t fully. It is a struggle that probably everyone on the planet faces each and every day. How can you love someone else when you cannot love yourself?” Her follow up single, “Stand Up”, premiered via Apple Music’s Shazam: The Best New Music playlist on Vents Magazine, where LEX announced she’ll be donating a percentage of her sales to the NAACP’s Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc.— an organization that focuses on the advocating of racial justice through litigation and public education.

“The empowering ballad is a call to action to us all to stand up for what is right, both in our internal and external battles, all over a rich, sultry, and stirring vocal performance with an equally impactful beat,” said the outlet. Word Is Bond further reported the record as “armed with commanding and sublime vocals,” that “LEX implores listeners not to give in and keep fighting the good fight.”

LEX was only 19 years old when her father passed away. He had perfect pitch, played the piano, and loved all things music. She embodies her father’s passion for music in her own life as a singer-songwriter making her way in Los Angeles. “Sometimes I even write to break my own heart,” says LEX on “Bits and Pieces”. LEX gave an exclusive live preview performance of her album on November 3rd at the widely publicized
iVoted virtual festival.

Stream “Bits and Pieces,” now on all music platforms by clicking the link below.

Bits and Pieces

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Featured Artist *Realness

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Realness couldn’t be realer than he is, living up to his name with every production he produces, every lyric he raps, and every album cover he designs. Realness wants the world to take notice.. not of him, but of what the world needs to change.

We found Realness on YouTube and later we held a give away for a blog feature and Realness won by a landslide! He is definitely what our readers need to see and listen to. Without further a do we present to you “Realness”.

Tell us a little about yourself?

My artist name is Realness I am a Hip Hop Artist From Berkshire, UK. I’m A Truth Speaking Conscious Rapper But I Also Make Music On Other Genres. I Have My Own Online Store Selling Truth T Shirts, Hoodies, My Music & Books.

How did you come up with your artist name?

I call myself “Realness” That’s What I’m Speaking 24/7. I Only Speak Truth. I Had To Go With Realness112 And That’s What’s Blasted All Over My Merchandise!

Realness Is Not The Dictionary Definition. It Is Realising The True Power In Yourself And Helping Others To See It Too!!! Realness Is Speaking The Truth Even If It Makes Your Voice Shake!!! Realness Is Realizing That Wealth Is Health And Knowledge Is Power!!!!

How did you get started in the music business in the first place?

I Found it A Good Way To Get The Deep Feelings Out Of My Head And Found A Release In Writing And Even More In Performing. Some Lyrics Still Give Me Goosebumps. It Is What I’m Good At And I Feel It Is My Calling And I Will Continue Chasing This Dream!!!

How would you describe your latest single?

In My Latest Single ‘It’s Time They Know’ I’m Speaking About Real Matters That Need To Be Addressed In These Times We Are Living In. Holding Nothing Back In Both Verses With A Catchy Chorus. A Banging Beat That Worked Perfectly With The Lyrics. Talking About Common Law, The Mark Of The Beast, Agenda 21 & 2030, Luciferace, Stratospheric Aerosol Injections And Lots More.

When can fans expect the visuals for the single?

The Visuals On This Are Awesome Filmed In The Highlands By Me And Filmed By Myself. I Used Paint Effects On A Deep Bass Speaker To Work With The Bass In The Song.

Recording The Video At 9 AM In A Field In The Middle Of Nowhere. A Cyclist Caught A Glimpse Of What I Was Doing And Waited For Me To Finish. Turns Out He Is An Executive Producer At A Big Music Video Company. The Night Before Was The First Time I Meditated To The Moons Vibes!! I Truly Believe This Was Devine Purpose. Also I Had Intended To Go To That field On 3 Other Occasions But Got Stopped By Rain.

What can we expect from you in the future?

New Albums, New Videos, New Merchandise, Maybe A New Book ‘Ancient Herbs & Healing’s’ Or ‘Deeper Down The Rabbit Hole’ Interviews & Podcast Appearances.

Where can the fans check out for your music?

My Music Is Available On All Major Music Stores And Platforms.

Listen to Realness on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1m0Bor6giGjRjRHjH4Bpwk?si=cZakBoVWQ_iNRf_a8fOYgw&utm_source=copy-link

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Featured Artist Cherae Leri

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Cherae Leri doesn’t just captivate us with her amazing voice and thought provoking lyrics she also grabs us with her ever changing colorful hair, infectious playful side, and her style that screams modern goddess all over the place.

Cherae Leri is an American singer, songwriter, model, and entrepreneur born in Kansas City, Missouri, raised in Houston, TX and now residing in Atlanta, Georgia.

Leri launched her entertainment industry career at the tender age of three by modeling and acting. Leri holds the coveted title of professional with a little over two decades of experience, cascading from model, actress, to singer and songwriter, she’s honed her creative art over extensive time with persistence, resilience, and the aid of some industry heavy hitters.

In August of 2019 she released her debut EP Conscience with her assembled team of musical powerhouses including features from Chino McGregor and Choppa Zoe, engineering from Randy Lanphear and Ashilee Roberts and production from The Giants, Backpack, Mellow The producer and Chriz Beats.

In June of 2020 she released her debut album The Pain That Sex Brings, a featureless offering that incorporates nostalgic, sultry RnB, grown and sexy tendencies and intrepid inclinations amid a medley of soul, hip-hop and alternative genres. The album channels a 1990’s Janet Jackson aura and is imbued in lessons learned, seductive vibes and unapologetic womanhood.

Cherae Leri’s music can be found on music platforms every where. Take a listen to her latest release and follow her on social sites.

www.cheraeleri.com

Watch her official “Rumors” music video on Vevo here: https://youtu.be/iBpIcRvNK60

Take a listen to her full album on Apple Music. https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-pain-that-sex-brings/1498145558

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Featured Artist Michael Jacob

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Michael Jacob brings instruments to your ears with delightful sprinkles of strings, drums, and keyboards. His voice is soothing and well versed in the language of love and perfectly timed on key notes. What surprises us most about this talented artist is his story (because everyone has a story) but Michael’s is that of a triumphant journey of overcoming stuttering with the use of his voice is an inspiring one.

Michael Jacob Paris born author, composer, performer and multi-instrumentalist focused primarily with Drums and Keyboards.
Michael was surround by a talented family of musicians that provided him with inspiration to turn towards singing at the young age of 13. His was greatly moved by the music of the amazing Stevie Wonder.

Michael Jacob debuted his first EP, “Blue” in 2013 accompanied by Julien Cohen and guitarist Bruno Caviglia. Moving on to deliver his opus “Prelude To Love” in 2015. Michael continued to release new projects with his “Moonlight” album in 2016 that included 9 wonderfully produced tracks combining funk and soul!

Michael as of late has released a new EP, entitled “More”, on October 15, 2020, this short album contains tracks that are creatively fused with the compositions of string quartets with talented Cuban musicians with the intention of making those who listen feel as if they are traveling throughout a musically diverse universe.

Michaels tracks “I Live For You”, created in 2 versions with different melodies, of variations on theme around “I Live For You”, Is its most complete composition to date of “I Wonder (Where You Are)” illustrated with a music video guest starring the actress Athena Zelkovich.

Michael Jacobs song “The Lonely One “, from his “More” EP is a deeply personal track delving into his fight against stuttering using his music as the driving force behind overcoming his disability.

For more on Michael Jacob visit the link below.

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Saturday, February 6, 2021

Featured artist Moody Black

Moody Black is a Spoken-Word, Hip-Hop, and visual artist, actor, story teller, and photographer from Spartanburg, S.C. Moody Black is electrifying audiences across the country with his original poems and energetic performances. Fusing a blend of Hip-Hop, Soul, and Poetry, this talented artist delivers a unique rhythmic message in which each new listener finds common ground.

Moody Black has been a performing artist since the age of twelve, and has become a prominent force on a multi-regional poetry scene through his enthusiastic live shows and strong work ethic.
Moody Black has a created a buzz in the following impressive achievements:
Second place winner in the University of South Carolina-Upstate Talent Show-February 1998 and 1999;
Winner of the Coffee Beanery Freestyle Contest in Greenville, S.C- June 15, 2001; Spartanburg Poetry Slam Winner- January 10, 2004;
Member of the Upstate Poetry Slam Team 2004-present and Slam Coach from 2006-present;
Featured poet for Band-Aids (AIDS Awareness Program) in Spartanburg, S.C.,
Featured several times in Spartanburg Herald Journal and The Link;
Performed at several elementary, junior and senior high schools, universities, and colleges.
Regular host along with Kimbi the Goddess at several poetry venues;
Poem published in Still Home(Book of Spartanburg Poets); 2009
Poetry Slam Instructor for USC-Upstate’s Upward Bound Program;
Competed in The Southern Fried Poetry Slam Competitions 2004-2011;
Competed in PSI’s National Poetry Slam 2004-2008;
Special Guest performer at the 27th Annual Evening of Talent Expressions at the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium;
Featured artist at the Travelers Rest Arts Commission annual Arts Festival October 6, 2007 in Traveler Rest, S.C./ featured poet for the North Charleston Arts Festival May 2008, Stone Soup Story Telling Festival in Woodruff, S.C. in 2009 and 2010/ Featured poet for the Annual Piccolo Spoleto Festival in Charleston, S.C.,The Peace Day Festival in Charleston, S.C. 2008 and 2009/ 2010 and 2011 featured poet for the annual Chautaugua Festival, and along with Kimbi the Goddess opened up for Trey Songz at The Carolina First Center in Greenville, S.C. and at The 3rd Annual Millican Festival in Sumter, S.C. Moody was one of the presenters at the 2011 TedX Greenville SC Event, and the 2011 Pecha Kucha Greenville SC.
In addition, Moody Black is the Coffee Underground Grand Poetry Slam Champion of 2010-2011 and 2011-2012. 2012 Poetry finalist in the 1st Ignite the Mic Talent Show at TD Convention Center, and Champion of the 2nd and 4th Annual Slam Madness Poetry Slam Competition, 2012 Grind Flu Magazine Spoken Word Artist of the year, and tied for first place in the Southern Fried Poetry Slam Slam Master’s Slam (2012 Tampa FL and 2013 New Orleans, LA), and co-host and co-organizer of the 22nd Annual Southern Fried Poetry Slam, and along with Kimbi the Goddess-2015 National Poetry Awards Host of the Year and Open Mic Venue of the Year.
Moody Black: “A big shout out to the family, and all those who are like family, and of course my fans who show so much love and support.”
Moody Black reaching the stars!
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Email: iammoodyblack@gmail.com
Twitter: @iammoodyblack
Facebook: https://facebook.com/iammoodyblack
Instagram: @iammoodyblack

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