Hip-Hop Artists

Since about 4 years old, SEVEN ALI has always had a knack for the conception of music, crowd control, and visual innovation. Spending most days throughout Union County, N.C., Seven's most take away memories come from a small town in the county, Wingate, where he'd spend days performing songs of his favorite artists from Tupac, Michael Jackson, Usher, and so on. In years to come, Seven started performing in talent shows, some in North Carolina, some in Atlanta. Through his later years as he started expanding his taste palette for music, he fell into a deep love for hip hop. From freestyling for fun with his older brother and friends, to taking the pen to the pad, to developing a sound for himself, Seven released his first EP - Izanami in September 2016. Only 16 years old at the time, Seven was then known as Indigo Sandifer. After an insane first rollout, life took an immediate turn for Indigo. The very next month he lost his home, for the second time. With life spiraling in many directions Indigo decided to take a slight hiatus until early January 2018, when he released his second project, The Death of Shoganai. The 10 song mixtape ranged in various sounds and emotions the artist bottled up within that time. Following the shift in life came a shift in perspective, inspiration, and identity. Thus, Seven Ali was born. Since then he has released his hottest pieces as such as Enemies, Control, and BULLETPROOF! Currently Seven has been putting together his most profound project yet EVERYTHING WENT BLANK. While he doesn't say much on what to expect, he's let it be known that it will be here sometime 2021.

Email: godtierxmgmt@gmail.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/PRAY4SEVEN

Big Greg debuted in 2010 with his "What's It Gonna Be Like" mixtape while attending college. He was able to maintain a significant following during his tenure in college. Greg would perform around campus during student activity events and anywhere in the city that permitted him. During college, Greg began to draw many comparisons to Drake because he could easily create catchy lyrics in addition to singing on tracks. His first major single, "Like A Stripper", received regional acclaim around the south, which lead to many tours. Greg first award came in 2015 as he won the Hip Hop artist of the year at the Charlotte Music Awards International (CMAI). Later that year, riding off his new single and performance from the CMAI, Big Greg sealed a Hollywood Music in Media (HMMA) nomination, for his new hit single "Like A Stripper". In 2016, Greg nabbed the Matador Green Energy Drink theme song contest, which plays his theme song and all of their functions and fully sponsors his performance events anytime he performs around the country. That same year (2016), his follow up single "You Can Have It All" won the Hollywood Music in Media Awards (HMMA) for song of the year in Hollywood, California. His 3rd single Oh No did really well in the south and managed to get FM play which is why he has big expectations for his 4th single Hands Free featuring label mate & social media icon LaTruth was recently released on March 26, 2021. His upcoming EP titled "#G4" which is set to release in July 2021.

Awards & Nominations:
2020 Carolina Music Video Awards - (Best Male Pop Music Video) - https://www.carolinamusicvideoawards.com/winners
2019 Whoozl Music - (Artist of the Month for January 2019) - https://twitter.com/whoozlmusic/status/1080131959513174017
2016 Hollywood Music in Media Winner (Hip Hop Song of the Year) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_IlsO8sUsk
2016 Charlotte Music Awards Winner (Hip Hop Artist of The Year) - http://www.hmmawards.com/2016-music-genre-nominees/
2016 Matador Green Energy Drink (Theme Song Winner) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jODVjQ9E6Ek
2015 Charlotte Music Awards Winner (Hip Hop Artist of The Year) - http://www.charlottemusicawards.org/
2015 Akademia Music Awards (Best Song) - http://www.theakademia.com/awards/december2015_bestsong_rapsouthern8.html
2015 Power 98 - Carolina Street Connect Artist of The Week (9/28 - 10/3)

Email: manifestmusicqc@gmail.com

Hello, I am a local alternative hiphop/soul artist! I use music and words as a sort of balm to help soothe the soul and provide a sense of progress in spite of the odds. Pre covid I was performing at local venues such as the Noda Brewery, the Gaston Pourhouse, and other festivals. I haven't had a paid gig since March of this year and am dying to get back in touch with the people.

My name is TuKool Tiff! I am a singer, songwriter, rapper, producer residing right here in the Queen City! I've been in music since I was about 5 years old playing drums in church! Studied music in college and have been performing professionally for about 13 years! In the past 12 months I've released 3 projects all of which are written, performed, engineered and produce by yours truly! All of those projects are geared towards uplifting humanity, highlighting the struggles we face, and telling the story of the times we live in. My music is also clean. I believe it's important to convey a clean message so everyone can receive it!

My name is Chase Cash, and I am a 21 year old student at UNCC. I am a double major or Environmental Studies and Geography, with a concentration in GIS Science and Technology. Along with classes and studies, I produce hip hop instrumentals and beats. I take influence from Chill Hop, Lo Fi, and Boom Bap styles of hip hop.

I started making beats when I was in high school, and all through high school, I would say this was my learning phase. I took my time learning music production and what it takes to make a solid track, how to produce, mix, master, and release music. Now in college, I am taking my music more seriously by releasing to major streaming platforms, and marketing my own products. I have released an album and a single, with another album set for release in early march.

I look forward to hearing from your team and I plan to learn more about other artists in the CLT area to collaborate and spread the music scene of Charlotte.

Thank you for this opportunity to reach out and being able to tell you a bit about my self and my music. Thank you!

Legend Status is a premiere emcee that you definitely need to know about. The Washington D.C. native who now resides in Charlotte, NC has been tearing up the local scene for years now. His gritty style mixed with his lyrical punch lines make him one of the most talked about lyricist around. As a teenager he watched his brother Leather Face make a name for himself on the DC rap scene. At age 17 Legend Status decided it was time to make a name for himself.

Dropping his first mixtape in 2000 'Ghetto Worldwide' it was then he learned that he had something special. With local hits like the title track 'Ghetto Worldwide' and the ladies anthem 'Love of my Life' made him a household name around the DMV. Few years pass and a couple mixtapes later Legend found himself at a crossroad. With the complications of his son's birth. Legend Status decided to take some time away from music to focus on his son's health.
Sensing that his life felt incomplete, Legend decided to take one more chance at fulfilling his dreams of becoming one of the rap games elite emcees. He dropped a track called 'The comeback' in 2014. At that point Legend Status was back right where he left off. In 2015, he dropped his first full album in over 8 years entitled 'The Re-Introduction'. The response to the album was nothing short of amazing. With the smash hit 'Don't do it em' Legend found himself getting radio spins over seas along with performing at venues all over Charlotte, NC.

Still striving off the success of his 'The Re-Introduction' album 2016 was a even bigger year for the QC emcee. Winning his first showcase at Mynt lounge in Charlotte NC. Legend Status beat out 18 performers to take home the crown. He also won his first Cypher Event for True Dreams Radio becoming the Lions Den Cypher Champion. In June of 2016 he dropped his ep 'Act Like you know me' which landed him a radio interview with Power 104.4 fm in Charlotte, NC.

2017 started off with his most accomplished goal ever. In January he won the Sprite 16 bar championship at UNCC. With the title on the line he had to freestyle the last two rounds to pull out a unanimous decision to win the crown. Now performing at least 2x a week around the Charlotte area. Legend Status has branched out to add Georgia, Maryland and Virginia as places where he graced the stage. In April of 2017 he released his ep ""I AM LEGEND"" which has been his best work to date. The Song 'Love Like This' has been on steady rotation across seas and locally. Adding to his success he was crown the only 2x champion of the Lions Den. He also won the One Mic Mondaycontest sponsored by 92.7 the block.

The Goal now is to make Legend Status a household name. With DJ's playing his song 'Put em Up' in the clubs he is ready to take his talents to the next level. Legend Status is looking to release I AM LEGEND 2 in Dec of 2017 or Early 2018. The sky is the limit for this world renown emcee.

Lala Specific is an emcee, poet, and philanthropist from Selma, NC. She relocated to Charlotte, NC to expand her music brand, community action and finish her college degree at UNC Charlotte (Class of 2016). Lala Specific has dedicated her artistry to inspiring and empowering the people through lyricism and instruction while also reintroducing the element of Knowledge to the Hip-Hop culture. Lala Specific represents peace, love and virtue. Her values are placed in spirituality, nature and nation building.

Lil Skritt is an experimental rapper native to Charlotte with influences such as Blowfly and Three 6 Mafia. His live performance has been said to be hilarious and like that of no other. "I love rapping, making people smile, and seeing people's reactions to my lines." He has been rapping since he was 12 years old and has never stopped. In 2017 he won Creative Loafing's Reader's choice for best Rapper in Charlotte. You can see him performing quite often in Plaza Midwood in wig and all.

HIP⅁NOSTIC-5 piece, lyrically driven, live instrumentation hip hop group from Charlotte, NC that takes you on a journey both lyrically and musically.

"Born and raised in Charlotte North Carolina, Elevator Jay has been writing and producing his own music since the age of 12. His goal is to bring back the original sound of Southern Rap, with a new twist; staying true to those influences that pioneered the sound and also adding lyrical content that is key to this form of southern expression. In 2010, Elevator Jay released his very first project, the Going Up Mixtape, hosted by DJ Dexter Dynamite and has dominated the Charlotte hip hop scene ever since. Elevator has worked with various artists and producers, compiling a diverse catalogue of music, all while learning his craft along the way. Elevator has been captivating audiences and growing his fan base in the southeast by opening up for acts such as Devin the Dude, Big K.R.I.T., Juicy J, Curren$y and Project Pat, to name a few. Elevator Jay is passionate about his hometown and cultivating the music scene in North Carolina. He works along side creative individuals in the ""Permanent Vacation Deep Fried Family"", which is an umbrella of those who want to spend the rest of their lives doing what they love. Since 2010, they've been teaming up and throwing one of a kind parties/shows around the region with people like Pabst Blue Ribbon, Sailor Jerry and Crunk Energy. Overall, Elevator Jay is a true to heart creator, music producer, writer, emcee, and trendsetter. There will be more to look forward to in the future coming from Elevator Jay, so be on the lookout."

Richie Rust is a local rap artist who starting his music career in 2013. He has progressed from entertaining at school talent shows to performing at local venues throughout Charlotte. Now, music has become Richie Rust's passion and he looks forward to sharing his talent with many.

Hailing from Charlotte, North Carolina, rapper Lute (born Luther Nicholson) first burst onto the underground hip-hop scene as a member of the rap collective Forever FC, alongside Jimmy Kelso, High I'm Ry, and SchylerChaise. Lute delivered his first solo mixtape, West 1996, in 2012 while still a member of Forever FC, but took a backseat after the birth of his daughter. With the group and Lute receiving plaudits from the likes of Rick Ross and Pete Rock, it wasn't long before he was snapped up by J. Cole in 2015, signing to his then burgeoning label Dreamville. His first effort for the label dropped at the end of that year on the compilation Revenge of the Dreamers, Vol. 2, with his track "Still Slummin'" a posthumous production by J. Dilla. Two years later, the single "Juggin'" appeared and signaled Lute's return. His proper debut album, West 1996, Vol. 2 followed. ~ Rich Wilson

Qushawan Farrar (born June 18, 1989), better known by his stage name Deniro Farrar, is an American rapper from Charlotte, North Carolina. He has collaborated with other artists such as Ryan Hemsworth, Shady Blaze, and Flosstradamus. His voice was described by The Fader as "an eerily calm rasp that never leaves the emotional range of fuming mad".

"Like most kids in his native town of Charlotte, North Carolina, Leroy Shingu, had a head filled with Hip-hop dreams growing up, even trying his hand at freestyling when he was all of nine years old.
But a storied background starkly different to the blissful suburban reality of his peers would compel the rapper better known as Well$ to turn that childhood fantasy into his newly launched career as a rapper.

Quietly released in 2012, $ay La V, Well#39; debut EP rose steadily on the Bandcamp charts to peak at number 5 and eventually become the most downloaded album in the Charlotte Area. That remarkable ascent as well as the video for the song State of Ecstasy The Interlude Part 1 hauled Well$ out of virtual anonymity, and shoved him onto high profile stage performances with artists such as G Eazy, Chris Webby, Johnny Polygon, and one of his idols Pac Div.

Proud To Be An American, one of Well#39; standout tracks off $ay La V, is the assured declaration of a young man who has come to terms with his identity and adopted home, flaws and all. Yet it wasn't always this way. Born in the US to Congolese illegal immigrants, Well$ has encountered the ins and outs of America's legal system for as long as he can remember. What started as a routine police search ended up with his mother serving a six-month jail stint when it emerged that she was in the country undocumented. Left mostly in the care of a grandmother who barely speaks English, Well#39; teenage life slowly spiraled downwards into delinquency. Dabbling in car theft, drug dealing and eventually dropping out of high school caused his concerned mother to ship him off to New Orleans to stay with his cousin Alec Lomami in the hope that he could steer him back on to the straight and narrow.
Lomami (nowadays producer and Immaculate Records label owner) averted Well#39; focus to music as a means to channel his feelings of angst and isolation. In 2010 the two of them began work in earnest on Well#39; debut, marking the turning point for him.

As always, on his forth-coming album Well#39; music deftly walks the tricky balance between niche underground and commercial mainstream drawing on styles that range from breast-beating braggadocio through to quiet, moody introspection. "My music is like me, sometimes it's serious, sometimes it's playful, sometimes it's happy, sometimes it's sad, sometimes it's meaningful and sometimes it's meaningless," Well$ describes his swinging pendulum of musical expressions, always true to his realest self.
Fatherhood is one of many subjects that Well$ touches on. The lead single Black Swan explores the life choices of a young woman affected by an absent father. Elsewhere, on Major Pain Well$ walks in the shoes if his own imperfect dad.
In Dreams of an Insomniac, Well$ stands on the edge of a cliff and meticulously lays out fears of flying - those pesky "what if" questions that keep him up at night."

"Before becoming a guitarist whose skills were in demand by Grammy-Winning artists, before his unique production ear was discovered, before his ability to teach complex musical concepts while imparting the historical and cultural impact of that music on his students was realized, and before his songwriting voice began to spread around the world, Stefan Kallander was a boy with a vision that seemed different than the others he was growing up around.

Tagged onto the end of the 1980's, Stefan Kallander was raised between the liberal west coast environment of Seattle, WA and Charlotte, NC in the conservative south. Kallander's musical intuition began to first materialize as a child in the back seat of a purple Dodge Caravan where the deep rhythm and unbounded energy of Jimi Hendrix and Led Zeppelin impressed on him what music should feel like. He started playing guitar as soon as he could, imitating the unreal power he felt in the music he was hearing. Stefan thirsted for further musical transcendence and found the surging sound of the Red Hot Chili Peppers. As he dug through their catalog he discovered what specifically spoke to him, it was the Funk. Kallander discovered the Chili Peppers' idolized P-Funk and the door swung wide open. The energy, the flawless songwriting, soaring vocals, and tight, yet screaming guitars left him spellbound and with a realization of what he wanted to do with his life.
Kallander began performing at age 13 which led to the formation of various bands and then regional touring all before age 18. He was a standout young guitarist and upon receiving a scholarship from Berklee College of Music decided he would pursue formal music education. Berklee allowed for endless hours of uninterrupted practice and propelled Kallander into rehearsals and performances with his musical idols and funk legends George Clinton, Bernie Worrell and P-Funk guitar master Mike Hampton during his time in Boston. Kallander was recognized by this Funk royalty as not only a multifaceted guitar player with outstanding rhythm and lead chops but also a musical visionary whose voice should be heard.

Since returning to Charlotte, North Carolina, Kallander has become an integral part of the southern music space, called upon not only for his vivid and distinct guitar playing but also his groomed production ear and individual songwriting voice. He has been entrusted to contribute to various artists in the southeastern scene, most notably performances and recordings with Grammy-winning artists Kendra Foster and Anthony Hamilton. He is a founding member of the Charlotte powerhouse soul group The Queen's Guard feat. Blanche J and performs in the band of Prince's last saxophone player and protégé - Adrian Crutchfield. He has been able to play regularly at church after coming off consistent touring which led him back to a love of God he had never imagined, while at the same time he has become a go-to force of funk in the emerging Charlotte Rennaisance. All eyes should be on the south as there is some of the most intriguing music of our time coming forth from it. Stefan Kallander humbly lends his sound to that emergence."

Based in Charlotte, N.C., GRAMMY Nominated producer and artist Dae-Lee was introduced to the music industry in high school - in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia - where his style was influenced by music legends Timabaland, Pharrell and Missy Elliott. As a result, Dae-Lee's music is at its core hip-hop merged with various styles of music in a way that is intended to elevate listeners; to show a true picture of our God-intended purpose and value, and to start a dialogue on how to encourage those around us to live as their best, authentic selves. In addition to writing and performing, he has produced 95% of the five projects which he has released. Dae-Lee believes that we are better together and is working to use music and influence to help remove the chasms between people groups rooted in ignorance by being a bridge of patience and love.

Kid Cartier is a 20 year artist from Charlotte NC looking to bring a positive light to hip hop.

Nige Hood is a performer-songwriter originally from Charlotte, NC. His self-developed style Folk Rap is an alternative mix of Hip Hop, Blues Rock and Soul Funk. NiGE HOOD brings a three-piece Folk Rap Band for his live shows, culminating in a style that blends more mainstream hip-hop traditions with folk rock and pop sounds. The charismatic frontman belts out smooth melodies "with a flare of funk and eloquent, tightly-spouted verses" (Triad City Beat). NiGE HOOD continues his performing throughout the country and will soon release a follow-up to his latest EP, "This Is Folk Rap"

Young FLaMEz is an songwriter, record producer, and rapper who is popularly known in the music world as FLaMEz (a Pseudonym he derived that stands for "For the Love and the Music Everyday" ) The world of hip hop and rap music has a very much established stereotype. And most of the rappers who make it to the limelight usually have a lot of similarities in their stories and FLaMEz is no different. Especially popular with the younger fan base, FLaMEz has a checkered past having grown up on the southside of Charlotte. Despite the circumstances, he has and is succeeding in using his own narrative to create a picture of success that his fans and other rap heads can be inspired by. He is most known for his 2018 mixtape "Peep The Change 2", and his singles "Get Away" featuring Uptown South Artist "Benjamin Gainz" and "Kerosene" which features "Juriah Mon'e" !!!

My name is Patrick "Duke" Hill. I'm 28 yrs old and hail from Marion, North Carolina. I started rappin when I was eight yrs old on a home voice mail machine. Lil Wayne, Cassidy, Eminem and Young Jeezy were huge influences of mine during my teenage years. At this point I've performed over 30 times and released 11 projects (8 mixtapes & 3 albums). I've been featured in the underground hiphop blog, won the coast 2 coast best song of the yr (2015) received placement on several internet radios, nominated for artist of the year at the 2019 Carolina Music Awrds and helped produced 6 music videos. We've also received plays from multiple dj's and grabbed a lot of fans/support over the last 5 yrs. Doing any and everything I can to give my family and loved ones a life they couldn't fathom.

Kera Rhion known musically as JustLoveKera. I was born and raised in Detroit,MI. My parents moved us down to the Carolinas in my early teens. My love for music deepened when I moved to this unfamiliar area. Music helped me cope with a lot of things I would go through. I started recording music in my closet because I couldn't afford studio time. One day I went into this studio and met this engineer/producer who I played my music. I went for rates and didnt go back because I figured I couldn't afford it. months or a year even passed and he walked into my job and remembered me and told me to come into the studio.. that night I recorded my first song with him and we've been working since. I love music, I don't curse in my lyrics but I deliver. I have a story to tell and I'm passionate about my art

I go by SWATS (Song Writing And Tactical Sounds). Aside from releasing my 2020 solo album, "Reclamation" featuring Charlotte-themed song "QC", I am also co-lead of the Charlotte-based Nerdcore band, GameBreax alongside Omega Sparx. We have been featured on WFAE's Amplifier podcast and mentioned on NPR's All Things Considered.

GameBreax was previously nominated "Best in the Nest" in the Nerdcore Category by the Queen City Nerve who also featured us in their paper.

Amidst all of the chaos, 2020 has been somewhat of a take-off year for Omega Sparx and I. Not only have I built an app (SWATS GO!) for anyone to enjoy my content and keep up-to-date with all things SWATS, but my band GameBreax also released its third album, "GameBreakers Volume 3" on 11/13, which includes several songs that were featured as official marketing content for video game companies and apps.

In addition to this, our music has recently been licensed to prominent television shows including the second longest running webseries in history, Red vs. Blue. Here are some of those details:

Watts Up Danger | Death Battle: Miles Morales vs. Static {Rooster Teeth}
The Bad Guy | Red vs. Blue: Zero (Rooster Teeth)
Dream Team | Red vs. Blue: Zero (Rooster Teeth)
Limitless | Streets of Rage 4 (Dotemu)
K.O. | The King of Fighters Allstar (Netmarble)

Voted Charlotte, NC's female hiphop artist of the year two years in a row in the Queen City Awards, Pittsburgh native ReeCee Raps is a new force to be reckoned with. Her debut EP, "The Diary of a Pothead" has flows reminiscent of old school hip hop classics with a new age twist. ReeCee prides herself on her lyricism and ability to resonate with the listener. As a conqueror of domestic violence, music was used as a healing mechanism and helped ReeCee discover her true purpose.

Robert "Milly McJaggurr" Foy was born in Raleigh, NC March 5,1991. He fell in love with music during the mist of snap and crunk music. Then and there he decided that he wanted to be the next voice of the club. With an interesting mix of influences such as 50cent and Jeezy, Milly is striving to show you why he is next to blow. Milly says, "My son is who I do it for". Ready to provide a better life for him and his family, he' taking his passion for poetry and turning it into something that will make u move. Milly promises to become one of those artists you can grow with, understand, and love. While understanding his style of music isn't for everyone, he is sure that you will find something in his lyrics and his life that you can relate to. "Out of sight, out of mind" is the mind set it takes to get to the top!

Copper Fitty (AKA Fitty the KiD) is a Charlotte native. He grew up in Charlotte and began making music at the age of 16. He joined the music club at Hopewell Highschool when he was a senior and began doing shows, working with local producers and taking music even more seriously. His alma mater is UNC Charlotte.

After finishing college, he began to take his music even more serious. He has released his debut mixtape "Always Been" in April 2021 and is currently working on his upcoming album "Forever". He has a new album released in 2021 Damage Done.

Geisha, born and raised in Charlotte, NC, is nothing short from a musical genius. With her creativity and resourcefulness Geisha has come to prove how much of a force she will be in the music industry.

You name it and Geisha has done it. She wasn't the most outspoken individual during her younger years, but when she hit a stage, played in her church's marching band, or danced for performances she showed to everyone who watched in amazement that she can say a lot without using words.

College was an interesting and blossoming time for Geisha as she began to pop out her shell. Shyness became a thing of the past when became a "Stud Entertainer" to make extra cash. Dancing was something natural for her but the icing on the cake and what would change her life forever was a Digital Music Composition course taken during her final semester at UNCG. Everything about her being began to make sense and how she can use her gifts to help others through music and possibly shape the world for a better future.

​As of 2021, Geisha has joined with No Genre Music Group management to help build her professional music career in strategic ways. Geisha believes that talent is one thing but the music business is another beast. Although she understands the basics she knew she couldn't walk into any door without knowing how to walk and talk the talk. No Genre was exactly the leg that Geisha needed to rapidly grow her catalog and writing skills within only a year and great direction.

The recent pandemic did not slow down Geisha one bit; She continues to network and practice her craft by writing placement songs that have been placed on various TV and Internet shows such as "Life after Lockup" and more recently "One More Chance" on the Zeus Network. Amongst all these things, Geisha has also recently begun working with producers in the UK and Paris for featured projects set to be released between 2021-2022. Geisha isn't wasting any time with her personal catalog either! Her recent hit release "Hold Me Back", is her first official single and introductory record; at over 10k streams on Spotify and over 5k streams on Audiomack Geisha is not stopping and is pushing this record to everyone with ears. Yes, it is always that type of vibe with Geisha. Get with it!

Corey Parkman AKA C0REY P was born in Charlotte, NC. He started writing lyrics before adolescence, influenced by his favorite rap artist. He continued to write lyrics throughout his school career until he joined the ARMY. While in the Military, he was stationed in FT. Hood, TX where he started recording singles throughout his late teens and early 20's. After his time in the service, he continue to record singles while he worked dead end jobs. Finally, he found a great job, has stared to work on obtaining his BA in Business Administration Operations Management at Southern New Hampshire University. Today, he is a Plant Manager and resides in North Carolina just outside of Charlotte. He has a wife and 5 step children. He is a hard worker and believes that it will pay off in the end. His Motto is... No Excuses... Just Results!

As far as his music goes, Corey likes to think that he has a unique flow that stands out apart from anyone else in Hip Hop, past or present. He is not afraid of being himself when choosing his beats, concepts or content. His word play is unlike anyone else's in the game (and he stands by that till death) and his punch lines reach the same heights if not beyond some of the GOATS. The talent hie is most proud of is that: he has a knack for making each of his verses rhyme from start to finish with the same beginning rhyme all the way through while still maintaining the overall concept of the song and not using repeat words. Each additional verse will start with rhymes different from the previous verses but will also rhyme all the way through and continue to stay on topic. You can find this skill in the songs "Know How", "Do Thangz" and "Momma Told Me". Lastly, he is not a big fan of repetitive hooks that repeat themselves every one or two bars. Enjoy!

Edward Gianni Smith, (born September 16, 1996) or better known as Gianni, is an emerging entertainer, hip-hop artist and actor originating from Bronx, New York. Smith is a complete artistic threat as his talents vary across the board. At a young age, Gianni Smith spent his time playing the sport of basketball while watching the NBA and recreating moves from Kobe. Moreover, he was captivated by Michael Jackson and Usher, and that is where his passion for dancing and music began. His first paying job in his passion was as a cameo in Prodigy's ABC music video. From music to acting, Gianni is set to leave his footprint in the entertainment industry. Gianni began recording music 2019 and debut his first singles "Nasty Girl" and "Come Through" A jack of all trades, Gianni Smith has an impressive talent that will have people hooked.

Ape Piss is an electronic hip hop trio out of Charlotte, NC. The group consists of vocalist Fàvel, producer Uncle Crime, and producer/visual artist Hill Wall, who operates out of California for most of the year. The group combine harsh experimental beats with grimey lofi vocals about youth and the feeling of belonging, as seen by their song Yuillotine (if you listen, please use bandcamp or SoundCloud as Spotify has ruined our mixes). Although they only have 1 EP out at the moment, they are working hard on their debut record which should be out by the end of the year, and promises to deliver even more on the pounding electronic sound they established on their first release.