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Star 2 Drops New Hit Single "Never Again" ft. Young Henny & LerMuDex

2026-09-15T00:38:21.617-05:00

In “NEVER AGAIN,” Asian American artist Star2 joins forces with Young Henny and Ler Mu Dex to deliver a melancholic, guitar-driven track grounded in heart-on-your-sleeve vulnerability. Built over an intimate acoustic guitar loop, crisp hip-hop percussion, and haunting vocal chops, the track explores the heavy emotional weight of romantic longing, distance, and heartbreak. Star2 sets a somatic tone, wrestling with late-night restlessness and the physical aching of an absent partner. Paired with emotive melodic verses and atmospheric visuals, the track seamlessly weaves contemporary trap-pop sensibilities with traditional Asian lyrical themes for a universal late-night anthem.

Born in a Thai refugee camp and raised in the Ka-ren community, Star2 has forged a global career that bridges cultures and genres. His collaborations include artists such as Soulja Boy, Mozzy, Luh Kel, and HoodTrophy Bino. Building on that momentum, he is currently developing new music with Sprite and $tupid Young, while also collaborating with Young Henny on a new project.

Star2 began his life in a Thai refugee camp where he was forced to flee genocide from the Burmese army in Myanmar who burned his village to the ground. A lottery in the camp brought him to San Diego with his grandmother and her four children, where he began a new life. Under the mentorship of esteemed producer Chico Bennett, his collaborations with acclaimed rappers include Soulja Boy, $tupid Young, Mozzy, MBNel, Luh Kel, Lil Poppa, HoodTrophy Bino, YSN Flow, and MarMar Oso to name a few. While not on tour, he documents his journey in the popular ‘Adventures of Star2’ series on YouTube. As an influential figure in Asian-American music, Star2 entwines heartfelt stories with captivating visuals, chronicling a tale of resilience and ascent. Esteemed platforms like Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam, GQ, HotNewHipHop, Ones to Watch, BET, and Lyrical Lemonade, among others, have celebrated his contributions.

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Elevate Your Beauty Routine With Wigs, Makeup and Hair Accessories

2026-09-13T01:30:20.394-05:00

Personal style is constantly changing. One day, someone may want a natural look; the next, they may want dramatic eyeliner, colorful hair, or a completely different hairstyle. Having versatile beauty products makes that experimentation easier.

Vibe Haircare offers a broad range of products designed around this idea of beauty flexibility. Its collection includes wigs, braided hairstyles, makeup tools, eyeliners, foundation products, and beauty accessories.

Hair options range from synthetic and colorful wigs to human-hair styles, lace-front designs, African braids, crochet hair, and other textured looks. This variety allows shoppers to explore different appearances without limiting themselves to one hairstyle.

Makeup enthusiasts can also find practical additions for their beauty routines. The collection includes waterproof liquid eyeliner pens, wooden waterproof eyebrow pencils, professional makeup brush sets, and foundation products.

For anyone building a versatile beauty collection, the advantage is choice. Different tools and hair options can make it easier to adapt a look to an event, season, outfit, or mood.

A successful beauty routine does not have to follow strict rules. It can be as simple or creative as the individual wants. Wigs can change the overall silhouette, while makeup can add detail and definition.

Vibe Haircare brings these possibilities together, creating an online destination for people interested in experimenting with hair, makeup, and personal style.

HoodTrophy Bino Delivers New Album "Still Here"

2026-09-04T21:14:54.868-05:00

HoodTrophy Bino delivers a multi-dimensional body of work balancing raw street authenticity with West Coast bounce and introspective vulnerability across 16 tracks. The project navigates mental health struggles, street paranoia, and emotional burnout on reflective cuts like “DRAMA KID” and “Lost It,” while effortlessly shifting into breezy California anthems like “Where U From” featuring RJMrLA and “Blind Somebody” featuring Spank Nitti James. Relentless street energy and heavy-bass production drive high-impact collaborations like “Beretta” featuring Tadoe, “Distraught” featuring Joe Moses, and “Bout That” featuring Philthy Rich.

Bino turns up the momentum for the night scene on bouncy, club-ready tracks like “Fell 4 It” featuring Baby Money, “Drip Drop” featuring Heaven Marina, “Pretty Bitches” featuring Stiff Barbie, and “Bad Bitch Party” featuring Luh Kel. KeyKinya lends a soaring hook to the resilient “White Flag,” while Rustah Jay and Xxtra join on the explicit late-night anthem “F*ck Me.” The project anchors itself in deep emotional weight toward the finish, confronting toxic relationship strain and personal loss on “Let You Know” and “Leave Me Alone” featuring Joe Moses, before closing on the melancholic, piano-driven “Tired of the Hurt” featuring Heembeezy.

Hoodtrophy Bino has a stacked lineup on the horizon, kicking off with a performance alongside Bravo the Bagchaser in Pomona on September 11th. From there, he joins Chief Keef on tour before hitting the road again in December with Luh Kel. HoodTrophy Bino has generated over 70 million combined views across platforms, anchored by viral hits like “Proud of You” featuring Chrisean Rock and over 80,000 active Shazams driven by “I Want Her” playing at LA Rams and LA Clippers home games. Beyond his chart traction, Bino holds 121 total film festival awards for his documentary “Breaking the Generational Curse” and “The Real” music video. He also stars on the reality TV series “Coming Up in Miami.”

Tracklisting:

1. Drama Kid

2. Lost It

3. Fell 4 It ft. Baby Money

4. Where U From ft. RJMrLA

5. Blind Somebody ft. Spank Nitti James

6. Beretta ft. Tadoe

7. Distraught ft. Joe Moses

8. F*ck Me ft. Rustah Jay & Xxtra

9. White Flag ft. Key Kinya

10. Bout That ft. Philthy Rich

11. Drip Drop ft. Heaven Marina

12. Pretty Bitches ft. Stiff Barbie

13. Bad Bitch Party ft. Luh Kel

14. Let You Know

15. Leave Me Alone ft. Joe Moses

16. Tired of the Hurt ft. Heembeezy

From gang life to global stages, Hoodtrophy Bino’s journey is one of transformation. After meeting Soulja Boy while incarcerated and later joining S.O.D.M.G., he turned adversity into ambition — touring nationwide and sharing his story through the acclaimed documentary Breaking the Generational Curse. His recent performances include touring with Soulja Boy, appearing alongside him at Rolling Loud Los Angeles, opening for Trippie Redd at the Toyota Arena, and for Chris Brown in Las Vegas. Bino has also been featured on major platforms including The Breakfast Club, On The Radar, HotNewHipHop, Lyrical Lemonade, and No Jumper. Breakout singles “I Want Her” featuring Kalan.FrFr and “Falling For You” further solidified his national presence, earning airplay across SiriusXM The Heat, Power 106, Power 105.1, and 96.1 The Beat, among others.

HoodTrophy Bino has rapidly evolved from a local LA favorite into one of the fastest-rising independent voices out of the West Coast, cementing his shift into the global viral conversation. Across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, his content has generated multi-million-view moments and a reliably high engagement floor, underscoring a real audience rather than flash-in-the-pan virality.

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When Betrayal Creates a Villain: How a Wounded Man Learns to Weaponize His Pain

2026-09-04T12:27:21.187-05:00

There’s a moment in every villain’s story where you can still see the person he used to be. “814” is built around that moment – and everything that led up to it.

The track centers on Dennis, better known as The Shadow, and asks a question that doesn’t get asked enough in stories about men who turn dark: what if his pain was real, and he still became the villain anyway?

This isn’t a revenge fantasy. It isn’t an excuse. It’s an attempt to hold two things that are usually treated as mutually exclusive – that Dennis was genuinely wronged, and that Dennis is fully responsible for what he did with that wound.

The Friend Who Knew Exactly What She Was Doing

Mandy never owed Dennis a relationship. Her rejection isn’t the betrayal – she has every right not to feel what he feels. The betrayal is in what she does with his feelings once she knows about them.

She keeps Dennis close. Close enough for the attention, the reassurance, the emotional labor he’s always willing to provide – never close enough to give him what he actually wants. And when he tries to move on, she quietly makes sure he can’t. Not because she wants him, but because she doesn’t want to lose what he gives her.

Then she hooks up with Gabriel, Dennis’s best friend, and does it knowing exactly what that means to him.

In Dennis’s mind, Mandy stops being a person and becomes a symbol: the woman who steps over the loyal man to get to the reckless one she claims to dislike. The song isn’t arguing that this is how all women behave. It’s showing how one experience, left to fester, becomes the lens through which a man starts judging everyone.

The Brother Who Chose Himself

Gabriel is everything Dennis isn’t – confident, reckless, the guy women notice without trying. He knows Dennis is in love with Mandy. He knows what acting on his own attraction to her will cost. He does it anyway.

Mandy belongs to no one, and Gabriel’s choice was his to make. But brotherhood carries its own weight, and he set it down for a night with the one person guaranteed to break his best friend. That’s the betrayal – not that he “took” something, but that he knew exactly what it would take from Dennis and did it regardless.

For Dennis, it confirms the worst thing he’s ever suspected about the world: loyalty doesn’t earn love. Patience doesn’t earn respect. The guy who breaks the rules wins, and the guy who follows them gets left standing there.

The Second Betrayal, and the Man Who Nearly Ends It

Milano was supposed to be the healing. Instead, she becomes the pattern repeating itself – close, then gone, choosing a man named Coolie and leaving Dennis behind for a second time.

Years later, after Coolie turns abusive, Milano comes back. Not because she’s finally learned to value Dennis, but because she remembers exactly how useful his loyalty can be. She tries to manipulate him into eliminating Coolie for her.

Here’s where the song refuses to make anything simple: Coolie did abuse Milano. That’s real, and he’s accountable for it. But he’s innocent of the crime Dennis ultimately frames him for – Milano’s murder. Dennis picks Coolie precisely because his guilt is already believable. Nobody has to be convinced Coolie is capable of violence; Dennis just has to point.

That’s what makes Dennis dangerous. He doesn’t need to invent the flaws in the people he destroys. He finds the real ones and stretches them into justification for punishment that was never his to hand out.

The Man Who Handed Him the Weapon

Dennis’s real transformation starts at his lowest point, after a suicide attempt, when Dominick pulls him back and takes him under his wing. What Dominick offers isn’t just survival – it’s a new way to see power.

He teaches Dennis Machiavellian thinking as a tool for a specific, practical purpose: taking down a dangerous enemy. And it works. But Dominick can’t see what’s happening underneath the strategy. For Dennis, manipulation stops feeling like a tactic and starts feeling like a superpower – the first time in his life he isn’t the one waiting to be chosen, waiting to be treated fairly. He can read people’s weaknesses now. He can lead them into traps they never see.

He falls in love with the control. What started as a means to an end becomes an identity. Dominick taught him to think several moves ahead – and unknowingly gave a grieving, resentful man the tools to turn private wounds into elaborate revenge.

The Turn

Nobody becomes a villain in one moment. Dennis is exploited, then betrayed, then taught – by every experience before Dominick – that kindness is something people take advantage of. After his suicide attempt, Dominick gives him a new identity built on strategy and control. And somewhere in there, protection curdles into domination. He murders Milano. He frames Coolie and lets the system finish the job. And in a twist even Dennis doesn’t see coming, an elderly witch who has been stalking him throughout Ritual III pulls Milano back from the grave and sends her to him as an undead assassin -After Dennis realizes she’s a gift not a new threat he has the resurrected Milano whack

Mandy & Gino. Every target genuinely wronged someone – Mandy exploited him, Gabriel betrayed him, Milano tried to use him, Coolie abused Milano. None of that makes Dennis their judge, and none of it means the story is done with him yet.

That’s the line “814” is trying to hold: everyone in this story is accountable. Not everyone is equally accountable. Dennis remains responsible for what he chose to become, no matter how real the wounds were that got him there.

What This Is Actually About

This song isn’t for men who want an excuse. It’s for men who’ve felt used, humiliated, replaced, or discarded by the people they trusted most – and it’s telling them their pain is real. Being emotionally exploited is real. Having your kindness read as weakness is real. Getting quietly discarded by someone who needed what you gave them but never wanted you is real.

None of that gives anyone ownership over another person. Rejection isn’t automatically betrayal. Pain doesn’t come with a permission slip to punish, control, or destroy. A man can be a genuine victim in one chapter and still be the villain of the next – and “814” wants to sit in that discomfort instead of resolving it.

Dennis’s tragedy isn’t that he was hurt. It’s that he never let that hurt become anything but a weapon. He got addicted to the one feeling manipulation gave him: never being powerless again.

If you see yourself anywhere in this story, the message isn’t you were never wronged. It’s this:

You may have been used. You may have been betrayed. You may have been pushed further than anyone around you understands. Your pain is real, and it deserves to be heard. But you’re still the one who decides what kind of man that pain turns you into.

What’s Next

Ritual III may be finished, but The Shadow isn’t done. “814” closes on the introduction of Nina – someone with no ties to Dennis’s revenge, no connection to any of the deaths that came before her. She’s not an epilogue. She’s a door opening on whatever comes next.

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Moriel Sparks Channels Heartbreak And Small-Town After-Hours Energy On New Country-Pop Single “Lost My Baby”

2026-09-04T01:09:44.287-05:00

Moriel Sparks is an emerging artist bringing a fresh perspective to modern country music, blending country storytelling with contemporary rhythm, melody, and attitude. Drawing inspiration from real-life experiences, his music explores love, heartbreak, relationships, and the moments that shape who we become.

With a sound that bridges traditional country themes and a modern edge, Moriel is carving out a lane that feels authentic to who he is rather than being confined by expectations of what a country artist should look or sound like.

His new single, “Lost My Baby,” introduces listeners to this evolving sound and marks the beginning of a new chapter for Moriel Sparks.

Set for release on September 18, “Lost My Baby” is a modern country track about watching someone you love get pulled into a lifestyle that slowly changes the relationship.

Built around late nights, small-town imagery, whiskey, heartbreak, and the pull of the nightlife, the song follows a woman who begins choosing the club and party life over the relationship she once had.

Rather than a traditional breakup song, “Lost My Baby” captures the feeling of losing someone while they’re still right in front of you. With a catchy, repeatable hook and a blend of country storytelling and contemporary energy, Moriel Sparks turns heartbreak into a record built for late-night drives, barroom speakers, and anyone who has watched someone they love become someone different.

“Lost My Baby” will be available September 18 on all major streaming platforms.

Credits:
Mixing & Mastering: Jahz Watts / Skyler Gibbons
Producer: Daniel Ramirez / Junwaa

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Bravo One Hunnit's New Hit Single "Reload" Reaches #50 On iTunes Top 100 Charts

2026-09-03T23:38:47.354-05:00

Bravo One Hunnit (also known as BravoOneHunnit) is an independent hip-hop recording artist and entrepreneur originally from Jackson, Mississippi.

He has been active in the independent music scene since at least 2019, releasing numerous projects and singles on streaming platforms like Spotify. His musical style mixes clever, introspective, and witty lyricism with hard-hitting Southern trap production. Some of his notable releases include projects like Financial Literacy, Suthern Therape II, and Tangible Equity. He was also included in the top 250 artist in 2020. He peaked at #23 on the Dallas Pulse Spotify charts in 2024, with his record, “Picasso” off of his project, “Blended Poetry.”

His latest project, “Tangible Equity” was a collaboration with the legendary DJ Scream. He recently was just noted in the top 50 on the ITunes chart with the record, “Reload” off his latest project, “Tangible Equity.”

Beyond his music career, he is known for discussing independent artist entrepreneurship and business ventures.

Make sure you check out Bravo One Hunnit’s catalog here and follow him on social media for his latest releases.

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Wadena is Back Outside: Birthday EP Breaks The Silence On Years of Music Controversies and Calls For A Fair Shot For Independent Artists

2026-08-31T22:19:03.990-05:00

Following years of publicly discussed music disputes, Wadena addresses her history with Grammy Winner and Superstar Alicia Keys, creative campaigns she says were inspired by her own experiences, and why she’s choosing peace, prayer and music over a feud.

LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK— AUGUST 31, 2026— Wadena, also known as Denagirl, is celebrating her birthday with the surprise release of Wadena vs. Wadena: Back Outside, but this isn’t simply another music release.

For the independent R&B, hip-hop, pop and dance artist, the EP represents a return after years of personal challenges, music-industry controversies and obstacles that she says have tested her determination to continue building her career. “I didn’t quit. I was delayed. Now I’m BACK OUTSIDE,” says Wadena. “I’ve been through a lot, but I’m still here, I’m still creating and I’m hungry for this moment.”

WADENA AND ALICIA KEYS: “I WOULD RATHER SIT DOWN AND TALK”

Wadena is also choosing this moment to speak publicly about her long-running concerns involving Alicia Keys, including disputes and controversies surrounding their music careers that had already received media attention dating back to the period when both artists were affiliated with MBK Entertainment. Wadena says she believes situations involving her career and creative work have continued to feel adversarial, including similarities between promotional concepts developed independently and campaigns that later received significantly greater exposure used by Alicia Keys. The same as her music was passed around the industry and the singer/songwriter never received the credits she deserved. While millions of dollars and awards were also earned by well-known celebrities through the creative contributions of Wadena.

However, the public did not know this until recently and pushed for the release of Wadena’s untold music story through her upcoming book. One example is Wadena’s no-makeup campaign, which she says was never simply a marketing gimmick. The campaign was inspired by her own survival and was intended to encourage women of every race, culture and skin tone to recognize their natural beauty—particularly women who have experienced domestic violence, difficult relationships, motherhood and other painful circumstances.

“That campaign was personal to me,” Wadena says. “I survived domestic violence and fought for my life. I wanted women to know that what happened to them doesn’t take away their beauty or their worth.”

“Wadena says independent artists often don’t have the millions of dollars available to major stars to turn an idea into a global campaign. Sometimes our creativity is our marketing budget,” she says. “When you’re independent, you create the concept, create the content and find a way to get people to see it. That’s why it hurts when you feel like your ideas are being taken instead of being recognized.”

Wadena also points to her previous birthday releases involving music produced by Grammy Award Winner Zaytoven, including “Smoke-n-Chill.” She says Alicia Keys released music on the same birthday date during one of those campaigns, which Wadena experienced as another difficult moment within their complicated history.

Still, Wadena says she doesn’t want a public feud.

“I don’t hate Alicia Keys, and I respect what she’s accomplished,” Wadena says. “But I’m tired of carrying this situation. If there are still issues between us, I would rather sit down and talk about them. I’m not trying to take anything from her. I’m trying to build my own lane and my own fanbase.”

A CALL FOR INDEPENDENT ARTISTS TO GET THEIR CHANCE

Wadena says her experience has reinforced a larger belief: the music industry needs to make more room for independent creators.

“There is room for everybody,” she says. “Established artists can be successful while independent artists get an opportunity to grow. You don’t have to tear somebody else down for your light to shine.”

She also believes artists should embrace new creative tools responsibly rather than allowing fear or competition to prevent innovation. “Music is always evolving. Artists should be able to explore new ways of creating while keeping their own voice and vision at the center.”

A BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION AFTER LOSS

The EP’s birthday release carries an especially emotional meaning because Wadena and her mother share the same birthday.This year, they celebrate while continuing to grieve the loss of Wadena’s father. Wadena had also stepped away from her music campaign because of a family medical emergency, creating an unexpected delay in the EP rollout.

“We’re still grieving, but we’re also grateful to be here,” she says. “This EP represents another year of life, another chapter and another reason not to give up.”

THE MUSIC ALREADY HAS MOMENTUM

Wadena enters this new chapter with a growing independent catalog.

“Smoke-n-Chill,” produced by Zaytoven, has spent more than 50 weeks on the Upcoming 100 music charts and has generated more than 150,000 streams. “Glad I’m Over You (Hood Love)” has reached 52 weeks on the Upcoming 100 music charts, with a new remix featuring Mr. Hood included on the EP.

Now Wadena is asking listeners to help take the project even further through her #PlayWadenasMusic campaign.

“I’m not asking anybody to choose sides,” Wadena says. “I’m asking people to listen to the music and make their own decision. If you connect with it, stream it, save it, share it and become part of the journey.”

Wadena vs. Wadena: Back Outside is OUT NOW on major streaming platforms.

THEY MAY HAVE DELAYED THE MOMENT.

BUT THEY DIDN’T TAKE THE MOMENT AWAY.WADENA IS BACK OUTSIDE.

#WadenaVsWadena #BackOutside #PlayWadenasMusic #Wadena #Denagirl #IndependentArtist #SupportIndependentArtists

$5 Million Settlement Sought Following Two ABC Store Incidents

2026-08-29T12:18:27.653-05:00

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — What began with two missing Samsung Galaxy phones at the Martin Luther King Jr. ABC Store, 554 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Winston-Salem, later escalated into a separate incident in which Derrick Wilson alleges an ABC employee threatened to shoot him.

Wilson says he left both phones on the cashier’s counter while retrieving a larger bottle of Taaka Vodka at the cashier’s direction. When he returned, the phones were gone.

Wilson says a female ABC employee told him she personally witnessed the cashier allow someone else to take the phones from the counter. Independent witness Mr. Tomeken also heard the cashier acknowledge the phones were on the counter and provided a written statement.

Phone case: #2025077, Officer J. Ball.

Wilson says another ABC employee later left the store, approached him while seated, threatened to shoot him and reached toward his back pocket. Threat case: #2626328, Officer Jennings.

Wilson, who is Black/African American, questions whether the matters might have been handled faster had he belonged to another racial or ethnic group.

The Triad Municipal ABC Board’s liability insurer has contacted Wilson regarding Claim #Y00048040. Wilson says he is now in talks with the insurer and hopes the entire matter can be resolved. He stresses this is not simply a $3,000 phone claim. His settlement demand for the overall matter is $5,000,000.

Wilson wrote No More Secrets by Michael Patterson while incarcerated. He says the book was available through distribution reaching about 25,000 bookstores nationwide and received coverage from the Winston-Salem Journal and The Chronicle.

Wilson completed a City of Winston-Salem construction training program, including lead-based paint training, and has automotive body and repair training. He completed barber training and is pre-certified to open a daycare.

His other work includes Shoe Snackz, OfficialShoeSnackz.com, Luxury Street Music and Dodge Ram Grizz V12 Holdings LLC. He has a pending federal application for the combined DODGE RAM™ trademark, USPTO Serial No. 99127778, and is the inventor and patent holder behind the Three Pillow System.

Wilson says he was not looking for trouble and wants both incidents fully investigated and fairly resolved.

The allegations are Wilson’s account and have not been adjudicated in court. The $5 million figure is a settlement demand, not a court award.

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Jasper Boyz Release Captivating New Single “New Chick” ft. LaniLove & NovaStarr

2026-08-29T11:26:22.730-05:00

Fresh off earning this year’s TikTok’s “Content Creator of the Year Award,” the Jasper Boyz bring their global audience and more than 2.5 billion collective streams to “New Chick,” a high-energy collaboration uniting three of the music world’s fastest rising creator talents. “New Chick” channels the bounce and attitude of early-2000s R&B and pop-rap, blending a catchy groove, punchy 808s, crisp handclaps, and sharp vocal production. Jasper Boyz deliver smooth, bouncy verses and an infectious hook, paired with Lani Love’s breezy R&B and Nova Starr’s punchy, staccato rap style. Together, their contrasting voices create a playful back-and-forth on fresh romance that results in a confident, flirty, feel-good summer anthem.

Jeremiah, Jairus, and Malachi of the Jasper Boyz are actively shifting the paradigm of youth culture by proving clean, high-energy content can drive massive global engagement. Their multi-hyphenate approach across acting, dance, and recording sets a new benchmark for Gen Alpha artists.

Jasper Boyz is one of the fastest-rising youth entertainment brands in the world, consisting of three talented brothers – Jeremiah, Jairus, and Malachi – who have captured the attention of millions through music, acting, dance, comedy, and digital storytelling.

What began as a passion for entertaining has evolved into a global movement that connects with Gen Alpha audiences through positive, engaging, and family-friendly content. With a unique ability to blend music, viral content, original series, and live performance, Jasper Boyz has established themselves as a powerhouse within the youth entertainment space.

Collectively generating more than 1.5 billion streams and views across platforms, Jasper Boyz reaches over 200 million viewers each month and has built a loyal community of more than 2.3 million followers worldwide. Their influence extends far beyond social media, impacting youth culture through music releases, viral trends, storytelling, and live experiences that resonate with audiences across multiple countries.

The group’s accomplishments include earning the prestigious title of TikTok “Content Creator of the Year,” being recognized as “Best International Group,” and winning two International Awards. Their continued growth has led to opportunities in commercials, brand partnerships, school tours, community events, television opportunities, and major live performances.

Beyond the numbers, Jasper Boyz represents a new generation of creators proving that young people can inspire, entertain, and lead on a global scale. Their content promotes confidence, creativity, positivity, teamwork, and self-expression while maintaining a strong commitment to family-friendly values.

Today, Jasper Boyz stands at the intersection of music, content, culture, and influence, building a scalable entertainment brand designed for the next generation. This next chapter is spearheaded by their recent single “Drip Too Lit,” an infectious, feel-good anthem that celebrates streetwear, sneaker culture, and the swagger of young creators leveling up together. Expanding that momentum, “New Chick” pairs the group with breakout talents Lani Love and Nova Starr, delivering a bouncy, 2000s-inspired R&B and hip-hop collaboration packed with effortless charisma, sharp back-and-forth vocals and radio-ready energy.

More Than Creators. More Than Artists. Jasper Boyz is a global youth entertainment brand with proven influence, powerful engagement, and over 1.5 billion streams and views. Music. Content. Culture. Influence. One Brand. One Movement. Jasper Boyz.

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Wadena Returns With Wadena Vs. Wadena: Back Outside, Turning a Personal Setback Into a Creative Comeback

2026-08-28T20:46:39.607-05:00

Multigenre artist brings R&B, hip-hop, pop and dance together for a bold new chapter

LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK— AUGUST 28th, 2026— Independent singer, songwriter and multigenre artist Wadena, also known as Denagirl, is officially stepping BACK OUTSIDE with her highly anticipated EP, Wadena vs. Wadena: Back Outside.

Blending R&B, hip-hop, pop and dance, the project showcases different sides of Wadena’s artistry while celebrating confidence, transformation, independence and creative freedom.

The EP’s release follows an unexpected pause in Wadena’s campaign after a family emergency required her to step away from music and social media.

“I had to step away, but I didn’t stop creating,” says Wadena. “I was hungry for this moment, and I knew I had to finish what I started. Now I’m back outside.”

BUILDING ON REAL MOMENTUM

Wadena isn’t returning to music empty-handed. Her independent catalog has already generated significant momentum.

“Smoke-n-Chill,” produced by Zaytoven, has spent more than 50 weeks on the Upcoming 100 music charts and has generated more than 150,000 streams. Meanwhile, “Glad I’m Over You (Hood Love)” has now reached 52 weeks on the Upcoming 100 music charts.

The new EP features another version of “Glad I’m Over You (Hood Love)” featuring Mr. Hood, giving listeners a fresh take on a song that has continued to connect with audiences.

A SPECIAL BIRTHDAY RELEASE

The EP also carries deep personal meaning for Wadena because she and her mother share the same birthday.

“We’re celebrating our birthday together while still grieving the loss of my dad,” Wadena says. “It’s emotional, but it also reminds me to celebrate life, family and the opportunity to keep moving forward.”

For Wadena, Back Outside represents resilience—turning a difficult chapter into motivation to continue creating.

CREATIVITY, INNOVATION AND UNITY

As the music industry continues discussing emerging technology and creativity, Wadena believes new tools can help artists explore new possibilities while keeping the artist’s vision at the center.

That philosophy comes as legendary producer Dr. Dre has recently spoken publicly about experimenting with AI and emerging technology as creative tools.

“Music continues to evolve,” says Wadena. “Artists should be able to explore new tools that enhance creativity while keeping their own voice and vision at the heart of the work.”

Wadena is also calling for greater support among artists and creators.

“There’s room for everybody,” she says. “Established artists and independent artists can build their own lanes without tearing each other down. I want to see more collaboration, creativity, positive energy and peace.”

JOIN #PLAYWADENASMUSIC

Wadena is inviting fans, friends, DJs, creators and music lovers to join the #PlayWadenasMusic campaign.

Fans can support the new era by streaming the EP, saving songs, adding tracks to playlists, sharing videos, creating content and introducing Wadena’s music to new listeners.

“I’m not looking for people to listen once and disappear,” Wadena says. “I want to build a real community of people who connect with the music and stay for the journey.”

Following the EP, Wadena plans to release individual singles and visual content from the project. She will also continue the campaign with the standalone “Bum Busta Remix” featuring Zaytoven.

WADENA VS. WADENA: BACK OUTSIDE

SAME GIRL. DIFFERENT ENERGY.

ABOUT WADENA

Wadena, also known as Denagirl, is an independent singer, songwriter and multigenre recording artist creating across R&B, hip-hop, pop and dance.

With a bold visual identity and an evolving sound, Wadena continues to build her own lane through music centered on confidence, relationships, transformation and real-life experiences.

Wadena vs. Wadena: Back Outside marks the beginning of her next chapter.

SHE WASN’T GONE. SHE WAS GETTING READY.

WADENA IS BACK OUTSIDE.

#WadenaVsWadena #BackOutside #PlayWadenasMusic #Wadena #Denagirl #IndependentArtist

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José Quervo Drops Highly Anticipated Album “Aqua Man”

2026-08-27T21:22:53.184-05:00

José Quervo is a Puerto Rican-born, New Orleans-raised R&B singer-songwriter whose new album Aqua Man finds beauty on the other side of mortality. Shaped by his survival of Stage 4 cancer, what could have been a final statement became an album about getting another chance, learning how to receive it, and loving without reservation. Produced by 3X Grammy-winning producer Deezle, the 13-track project lives somewhere between R&B sensuality and atmospheric immersion, with 808s rumbling beneath hypnotic basslines and electric guitars flickering through the arrangements like light through water. Every song moves with the fluid physicality of a man who trained as a dancer, and water runs through this record as both theme and texture, making Aqua Man an unforgettable musical catharsis.

In collaboration with Nov Did It and super producer Deezle, Quervo delivers a raw, intoxicating soundscape inspired by icons like Michael Jackson, The Weeknd, and Bad Bunny. Blending trap, R&B, hip-hop, and Latin influences, his music moves seamlessly between night-drive trance beats, street-honed grit, and uninhibited R&B vulnerability.

Aquaman Tracklist:

N.O. NIGHTS
BO$$ BIH (feat. A1 LA’SALSA)
BAD
IT’S ON ME
SUVs
SEX ON THE CEILING
UBER EATS
ONLY-FANS (feat. LA LOVE THE BOSS)
DEEP
TYPE SHIT
YOU DESERVE IT
LA LOVE
AQUA MAN

Born in Puerto Rico and raised in New Orleans, José Quervo has lived through enough to earn everything he’s making now. Dance came first for him, before music did. He grew up moving, and singing in his church choir, long before he ever stepped into a studio. He was signed twice early in his career, and then a Stage 4 cancer diagnosis stopped everything, forcing him to face his own mortality while his career was still taking shape.

He thought he was making his last album. He put everything into it: his fear, his faith, whatever he had left. That project didn’t end up being a farewell. It turned into a resurrection.

Producer Nov Did It (N-O-V-M-B-R) was there through all of it, helping José turn what he was going through into music, recording without knowing how any of it would end. Those sessions are still the foundation of his story.

Now, healthy and back at work, José is starting a new chapter with three-time Grammy-winning producer Deezle of The Box Bangers. Together they’re building something that moves between Trap, R&B, Hip-Hop, and Latin sounds, a mix that comes out sounding like nobody but José.

His influences go back to Michael Jackson, who he watched growing up and modeled a lot of his performance instincts after. From there he found Jodeci, Ginuwine, Chris Brown, The Weeknd, Bryson Tiller, and Lucky Daye, singers who weren’t afraid to sound soft. On the rap side, he’s drawn to the melodic style Future, Drake, Young Thug, and Lil Wayne brought into hip-hop, rappers who basically started singing, and he pulls the confidence in his music from artists like Rick Ross. Being Puerto Rican shapes a lot of what he makes too. He grew up on Bad Bunny and Anuel, has family in the game (his cousin A1 La Salsa, and Luar La L), and likes to slip Spanish into his records as a way of staying connected to that side of him.

Music wasn’t the obvious path for him. He grew up around gang culture and street life, and for a long time he was told R&B wasn’t something a guy like him did. Artists like R. Kelly changed that, made it feel possible for a street dude to make love songs and still be taken seriously. That’s part of what makes his music his: nobody else has lived his life, so nobody else can write it. His sound tends to live at night, chasing a kind of trance, something that’s supposed to move your body and your head the way a drug might, minus the drug.

His new project, Aqua Man, is built around that survival and rebirth. But underneath it, José is really trying to bring lovemaking back into R&B. He talks about wanting to bring back that moment in the club when the DJ would finally slow it down after a night of hard partying, and you’d get your one shot to go talk to the person you’d been watching all night. He thinks love has turned into something closer to a business deal between people, and he wants his music to be the thing that gets men to be vulnerable again, to actually talk to the person they love instead of playing it cool.

José writes, sings, performs, and puts on a show, and all of it comes from the same place: things he actually lived through. What separates him is that none of it feels performed. He survived first. Everything else came after.

Special Thanks

To my beautiful wife, LA Love The Boss, thank you for standing beside me through the hardest chapter of my life. Your love, prayers, strength, and unwavering belief carried me when I couldn’t carry myself. This victory belongs to us both.

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Ashlee Ray’s Second Book Goes Where the First One Couldn’t: Inside the Transits That Shaped Her Life

2026-08-24T21:24:36.937-05:00

When Ashlee Ray published her first book, Manifest 22, she gave readers a 22-day framework for turning desire into reality. It was a roadmap built from her own experience — a woman who had climbed from foster care in Little Rock, Arkansas to the top of the media industry, then watched everything she built come apart, and found her way back through intention, ritual, and a faith in the alignment of things most people cannot see.

That book changed lives. It also left something unsaid.

The Manifest 22 Transit Guidebook, releasing June 5 and available now for pre-order exclusively at mamiwataorganics.com, is the something unsaid.

This Is Not a Follow-Up. It’s a Reckoning.

The first book taught the system. This one lives inside it. The Transit Guidebook was written during one of the most disruptive astrological cycles of Ashlee’s life — the years Uranus moved through Taurus, dismantling the material foundations of her world. Ashlee did not write about this transit from the safety of the other side. She wrote it while her home dissolved, while her partnership ended, while her body broke down and rebuilt itself, while she carried roles she never trained for, while she fought to hold her family together.

She finished the book on April 25, 2026. The last day Uranus was in Taurus. The last day of the transit.

“I didn’t plan the date,” she says. “The sky did.”

What the Book Actually Does

The Manifest 22 Transit Guidebook does something most astrology books are afraid to do: it shows the whole chart. Not just the abundance placements, the lucky Jupiter transits, the favorable windows for manifestation. The whole thing. Including what the chart says about loss, about trauma, about the things that happened before you had language for them.

One of the teachings that has resonated most deeply with readers is Ashlee’s demonstration of how to find some of life’s heaviest experiences written into a natal chart. Widowhood. The loss of a child. Survival of sexual abuse. These are not things most astrology books teach. Ashlee teaches them because she believes the chart is only useful if it tells the truth — all of it — and because she teaches her own alongside everyone else’s. She shows you where her own survival is written in her chart. Not as spectacle, but as evidence that the map was always there, and that understanding it changes how you carry what happened.

“I’m not just showing people their ugly,” she says. “I’m showing mine too.”

A central thread of the book is safety — how the theme of safety, and its absence, has shaped Ashlee’s entire life, and how that theme shows up in her chart for anyone who knows how to read it. She uses her own placements to teach readers how to work with their energy instead of against it: how a second house Pisces Moon, for example, can dissolve into other people so completely that it loses itself, and how she learned detachment as a practice — how to love deeply without merging, how to stay porous without disappearing.

There is an entire chapter on Uranus in Taurus — the transit that ran from 2018 to 2026 and disrupted the material foundations of an entire generation. Home. Body. Money. Identity. Stability. For Ashlee, it arrived as a complete collapse: the loss of her city, her partnership, her career, her physical health, and eventually her sense of who she was supposed to be. There is a passage about not feeling at home in her own body, her own emotions, her own life — the specific disorientation of Uranus moving through the house of self-worth and physical form and not recognizing the woman in the mirror. Millions of people lived some version of this transit. The chapter gives it a name, a map, and a way through. It is the longest chapter in the book, and the one she fought hardest to get right.

There is a chapter on Human Design that most authors would not have had the courage to write. Ashlee is a 5/1 Manifesting Generator — the 5th line being what Human Design calls the Heretic, the one who is constantly projected onto. The good projections and the bad ones. The savior narrative and the villain one. The chapter is deeply personal and deeply instructive at the same time: it traces the specific pain of being seen as whatever people need you to be rather than who you actually are, and it teaches the 5/1’s core lesson — that neither the good projections nor the bad ones are real, and that none of them are yours to carry. For anyone who has ever felt like the version of them living in other people’s minds has nothing to do with who they actually are, this chapter lands like a release.

The book covers every major planetary transit — Saturn returns, Uranus disruptions, Neptune dissolutions, Pluto rebirths, Chiron wounds, the Nodes — and maps them onto the houses of real life: career, relationships, home, body, identity, spirituality, loss. It includes a full Transit Library with every planet and asteroid through every house. It teaches Western and Vedic astrology side by side. And it does all of this in plain language, with enough of Ashlee’s own life woven through it that you never have to wonder what any of it looks like in practice.

Memoir, Guide, and Workbook — All at Once

What makes the book singular is that it refuses to separate the teaching from the life. It is simultaneously three things: a memoir, a transit guide, and a workbook. All three are necessary. The memoir gives the teaching its weight. The guide gives the reader a framework they can actually use. The workbook gives them somewhere to put it.

Most astrology content tells you what might happen. This book teaches you how to respond — built on the understanding that awareness changes outcome, that you are not at the mercy of your transits but in relationship with them.

The Ecosystem It Connects To

The Transit Guidebook is the centerpiece of a larger system Ashlee has built at Mami Wata Organics. The ebook edition includes QR codes that link directly to Mami Wata’s Mirror — the free chart tool Ashlee built herself, and the place where the book stops being something you read and becomes something you use.

Most people trying to understand themselves through their chart end up assembling the picture piece by piece: one site for the natal chart, a second for the Human Design bodygraph, a third for astrocartography, a paid app for transits, a forum thread to decode what any of it actually means. Mami Wata’s Mirror collapses all of that into a single tool in a single place — a one-stop shop for Western astrology and Human Design, built for the person who wants the whole picture instead of six browser tabs.

Enter a birth date, time, and place, and the Mirror generates six kinds of readings: a **Western natal chart**, a **current transits** report showing exactly what the sky is doing to your chart right now, a **compatibility reading** for two charts side by side, a full **Human Design bodygraph** with type, profile, authority, and defined centers, an **astrocartography map** showing where on Earth your planetary lines fall, and **secondary progressions** for tracking how the chart evolves as you do. Every chart can be cast in whole sign or Placidus houses, so readers who were taught one system are not forced into the other.

What makes it teach rather than just calculate is that every placement is clickable. Tap a planet, a sign, a house, a gate, a channel — a definition opens on the spot, written in plain language rather than textbook jargon. The built-in Transit Library covers every planet and asteroid through every house, which means the same reference material the guidebook uses is sitting right there when a reader hits something they do not recognize. Nobody has to leave the page to find out what their Chiron in the 4th means. A **Print / Save as PDF** button turns any reading into a document to keep or bring to a session, and the built-in **Reading Journal** holds fifteen saved entries with your own notes attached — so a transit you tracked in March is still there in September when the same planet comes back around. That is the part most astrology apps miss entirely: the point is not the single reading, it is the pattern across readings.

The natal chart, the transits, the compatibility reading, the bodygraph, the Transit Library and the journal are free. No account fee, no trial timer.

**Full Access — $10 a month — opens the rest of the Mirror.** That includes the complete **Pantone Birth Chart Palette**: twelve of your core placements translated into twelve Pantone colors instead of the single color the free tier shows. It is the chart rendered as a color story rather than a wheel of symbols — something you can actually use for a brand, a wardrobe, an altar, a room, a ritual. Full Access also unlocks a **seated Oracle pull drawn from your own chart**, **numerology read directly from your birth data** rather than in a separate tool, **secondary progressions**, and the **full astrocartography breakdown** — every line, every city, explained rather than just plotted.

The piece members use most is the one that comes to them. Full Access includes **personalized transit alerts by email** — not a generic horoscope, but a notification when a major transit is hitting your chart specifically, timed to your own placements and your own time zone. It is the difference between reading about Saturn and knowing the week Saturn arrives at your door.

Readers who are not ready to subscribe still get taught. The free **Healthy Wealthy Witch** newsletter sends three emails a week: a **Sunday Reset** on the incoming energy of the week, a **Monday ritual** email, and the **Friday Venus Day** email — what is active in the sky and what to do about it, every week, at no cost.

“Everything I know, I learned by looking things up one at a time and putting it together myself,” Ashlee says. “I built the Mirror so nobody else has to do it the hard way.”

The hardcover edition — a beautiful collector’s piece for the readers who really get it — includes workbook pages designed to be written in and returned to across multiple transit cycles: eclipse trackers, Saturn fasting logs, manifestation maps, an electional astrology worksheet for choosing the right timing for launches and decisions, and daily and weekly energy flow logs.

Supporting it all is the Mami Wata Organics ritual product line: ritual candles, ritual bars crafted to align with specific intentions and transit energies, and a monthly ritual box subscription delivering seasonal products designed to support exactly the kind of inner work the book teaches.

“Everything I have built,” Ashlee says, “is a tool for the same thing. For the woman who can feel the sky talking and just needs someone to help her understand what it’s saying.”

Available Now

Manifest 22 Transit Guidebook is available for pre-order now in ebook and hardcover exclusively at mamiwataorganics.com. The official release date is June 5, 2026.

The ebook includes the full Transit Library with direct links and QR code integration. The hardcover is a limited collector’s edition with workbook pages, reference charts, and the complete ritual guide.

Mami Wata’s Mirror is free to use at mamiwataorganics.com, with Full Access — the complete 12-color Pantone palette, chart-based Oracle and numerology, progressions, full astrocartography, and personalized transit alerts — available at $10 a month.

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Brandy Moss-Scott to be Honored with the Jimmy Payton Visionary Award at The Dream Awards Chicago 2026

2026-08-23T22:25:34.389-05:00

Trailblazing Billboard Chart-Topper Brandy Moss-Scott to be Honored with the Jimmy Payton Visionary Award at The Dream Awards Chicago 2026

Independent music history-maker and record-breaking Billboard chart-topper, Brandy Moss-Scott is set to be honored with the prestigious Jimmy Payton Visionary Award at the Dream Awards Chicago 2026. This landmark ceremony, presented by Harrison Entertainment, will take place on November 14, 2026, at the newly remodeled DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center.

The evening will be a monumental gathering of industry titans, hosted by NBC 5 Chicago’s Art Norman, and will feature Dream Awards founder Mable Buckner. The highlight of the presentation will feature legendary music icon Gene Chandler, the Duke of Earl—universally celebrated for his 1962 US chart-topping, Grammy Hall of Fame anthem of the same name—appearing exclusively to present the award to Brandy Moss-Scott.

A Historic Milestone in Music History

Brandy Moss-Scott solidified her legendary status in the global music industry when her hit single, "I Don't Really Know" (from her acclaimed CD Fresh), Shattered Records. She made history by earning a Guinness World Record as the first independent artist ever in history on Billboard magazine and Billboard charts to debut at number one on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Sales Chart, single-handedly blazing the trail for independent music distribution worldwide and shattering industry norms. Her groundbreaking success redefined what independent record labels could achieve in mainstream media, earning her a 2003 Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Award nomination and a permanent place in music history.

The Dream Awards: Honoring Legends and Inspiring Future Generations

Established by visionary founder Mable Buckner, The Dream Awards are premier accolades honoring extraordinary, transcendent achievements of trailblazing icons in entertainment, the arts, and community leadership. The event does more than celebrate the past; it supports the future by benefiting The Chicago Academy for the Arts, a nationally recognized arts high school that prepares young artists for professional careers. By God bringing together legendary pioneers like Gene Chandler, the Duke of Earl, exclusively to present to contemporary trailblazers like Brandy Moss-Scott, the platform elevates the rich heritage of music history while cementing the enduring legacy of modern visionaries.

Event Details:

- Who: Honoree Brandy Moss-Scott, presented exclusively by legendary music icon Gene Chandler, the Duke of Earl, alongside The Dream Awards Founder, Mable Buckner

- What: The Dream Awards Chicago 2026 Presentation

- When: November 14, 2026 (Red carpet and VIP reception at 5:30 p.m.; Ceremony at 7 p.m.)

- Where: DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, 740 E. 56th Place, Chicago, IL

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Rasul Ree Unveils New Album, RAGU

2026-08-22T10:37:24.552-05:00

Kansas City hip-hop artist Rasul Ree is back with a new project, RAGU, adding another chapter to a growing catalog that has established him as one of the distinctive voices coming out of the Midwest.

Born and raised in Kansas City, Rasul Ree has built his sound around a blend of Midwest influence and East Coast-inspired hip-hop. His music has consistently reflected his personality, environment, ambition, and streetwise creativity. His Spotify biography describes that combination as a fusion of Kansas City roots with the East Coast backgrounds of his parents, creating a sound that stands apart from the area’s traditional rap style.

RAGU arrives after several years of steady releases from Ree. His catalog includes projects such as The Boy Wonder, Gutta Gutta Island, Swag Emoji, Top 5, Super Trap World, and the 2025 Reezy EP. His latest documented album before RAGU is Dotte Season, released in 2026.

What makes RAGU especially interesting is the way it fits into Rasul Ree’s larger artistic evolution. Rather than simply following trends, Ree has continued developing his own lane—one that combines personality-driven records, Midwest flavor, street storytelling, catchy concepts, and an independent approach to hip-hop.

His recent work shows that evolution clearly. Reezy featured collaborations with artists including Khris B and Roy Gunna, while Dotte Season continued to represent Ree’s Kansas City identity.

For longtime supporters, RAGU represents another opportunity to hear where Rasul Ree is taking his sound next. For new listeners, it serves as an introduction to an independent Kansas City artist who has been building his catalog for years rather than appearing overnight.

With a discography stretching back more than a decade—including the 2013 project Reservoir Dogs with Tha Crew—Rasul Ree has demonstrated longevity as well as consistency.

RAGU is more than just another album title. It’s the latest statement from an artist continuing to build his own brand, represent Kansas City, and carve out his place in Midwest hip-hop.

Rasul Ree isn’t finished building. He’s still cooking—and RAGU is the next plate.

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Shoe Snackz Is Making Noise in the Designer Sneaker Market

2026-08-21T22:00:27.157-05:00

OfficialShoeSnackz.com is gaining attention in the sneaker and streetwear space, putting Shoe Snackz in conversations alongside brands and releases from names such as BAPE, Off-White, Supreme, Dior and exclusive Nike sneakers.

Built around a clean low-top sneaker style with its own branding, colorways and presentation, Shoe Snackz has connected strongly with a younger generation that continues to influence sneaker culture.

High Demand and Selling Out

One of the biggest signs of Shoe Snackz’s momentum is the high demand surrounding its releases. Shoes have been selling out as customers continue purchasing available inventory, creating excitement around new drops.

In today’s sneaker market, exclusivity matters. When a shoe becomes harder to get, interest can grow even faster. Shoe Snackz is benefiting from that energy as more consumers discover the brand and try to secure their pairs before they are gone.

The Younger Generation Is Tuning In

Shoe Snackz has been especially popular with younger consumers who are buying the sneakers, sharing the brand and helping increase its visibility online and within streetwear culture.

Celebrities, entertainers and influencers have also tuned in and rocked Shoe Snackz, giving the brand additional exposure.

Entering a Market Filled With Major Names

Consumers regularly look for exclusive Nike releases, Dior sneakers, BAPE footwear, Off-White releases, Supreme products and other premium sneakers.

Shoe Snackz is building its name within that same culture of fashion, exclusivity and high-demand footwear, giving consumers a name to watch.

A Black Creator Building His Own Sneaker Brand

Shoe Snackz was created by a Black entrepreneur building an independent footwear brand and bringing his vision directly to the market.

From developing products and branding to promoting releases, Shoe Snackz represents independent entrepreneurship in an industry influenced by music, fashion, celebrities and youth culture.

Taking the Shoe Market by Storm

With high demand, releases selling out, younger consumers supporting the brand and celebrities tuning in, Shoe Snackz is continuing to build momentum.

The sneaker world includes some of the biggest names in fashion, but Shoe Snackz is creating its own space and showing that the demand is already there.

SHOE SNACKZ — Feed Your Feet.

Discover the brand at OfficialShoeSnackz.com.

Focox AT Impresses With New Hit Single “Wonderful”

2026-08-21T21:01:34.908-05:00

Focox AT’s new single “Wonderful” has the internet on fire and the industry paying close attention. The South Warri-born artist’s latest drop is a sharp, modern Afro-pop record that feels worldly, versatile, and built for the dance floor.

The song moves with a clean, contemporary bounce that works just as well in a packed club as it does at a family party. All ears from young to old are both hitting the same groove — the kind of track that doesn’t care about age or scene. It just makes people dance.

“Wonderful” shows Focox AT locking in a sound that travels: Afro-pop at its core, but open enough to sit comfortably next to global pop and dance records. The internet reaction has been immediate, and the industry is starting to take notice of an artist who just delivered something that feels both current and widely accessible.

This is the one people are playing on repeat.

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DODGE RAM™ GRIZZ V12™ — A Historic Name Entering a New Era

2026-08-20T23:17:30.628-05:00

Dodge Ram Grizz V12 Holdings LLC is building an independent automotive and luxury lifestyle platform around the combined DODGE RAM™ designation.

For generations, the words Dodge Ram have carried meaning in American automotive culture, representing strength, trucks, performance, customization, and a lifestyle recognized by automotive enthusiasts around the world.

In 2009, Dodge and Ram were separated and developed as individual brands. Today, Dodge Ram Grizz V12 Holdings LLC is establishing its own independent commercial presence around the combined DODGE RAM™ designation through DODGE RAM™ GRIZZ V12™.

The vision goes beyond vehicles. The company is developing a luxury ecosystem that can include performance cars and trucks, collectible watches, apparel, accessories, smart technology, AI, robotics, advanced mobility, and other emerging products.

The DODGE RAM™ GRIZZ V12™ watch line is already helping bring that vision into the physical marketplace while the company continues exploring manufacturing, distribution, investment, automotive production, and international strategic partnerships.

The goal is to redefine luxury by combining power, automotive culture, technology, exclusivity, innovation, and individuality.

Dodge Ram Grizz V12 Holdings LLC is presently pursuing federal trademark protection for the combined DODGE RAM™ designation under USPTO Serial No. 99127778 while continuing to build its independent commercial and public footprint.

This is bigger than putting a name on merchandise. It is about building a new business ecosystem around automotive culture, luxury and innovation.

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Built on Legacy. Driven by Innovation.
Dodge Ram Grizz V12 Holdings LLC is an independent company and is not affiliated with Stellantis N.V., FCA US LLC, Dodge, or Ram.

Music Pioneer Podcast Announces Official Launch Celebrating the Legends, Stories and Sounds That Shaped Global Music

2026-08-20T18:21:48.519-05:00

Music Pioneer Podcast, a new weekly global music podcast, is officially launching with a mission to celebrate the artists, producers, DJs, musicians, record labels and cultural pioneers who helped shape the sound of generations.

Hosted by [Styl E Brown], Music Pioneer Podcast will explore the history and influence of music across genres, with a special focus on the people and stories behind the records that made an impact around the world.

From soul, reggae, funk, disco and house to hip hop and other influential sounds, the podcast will take listeners behind the music through artist stories, music history, interviews, rare memories and conversations about the people who helped build the global music culture.

Celebrating Music Pioneers

Music Pioneer Podcast is designed for longtime music lovers, DJs, collectors, musicians, industry professionals and a new generation discovering the music and personalities that came before them.

The podcast will also feature historical music photography and archival material, helping bring the stories of influential artists and groups to life. “Music has a history, and behind every great record there is a story,” said [Styl E]. “Music Pioneer Podcast is about preserving those stories, celebrating the pioneers and making sure their contributions continue to be remembered by future generations.”

A Weekly Journey Through Global Music Listeners can expect new episodes every week featuring:

Artist and producer profiles

Interviews and conversations

Music history and behind-the-scenes stories and unreleased demo discussions

Spotlights on forgotten artists and songs Record label and DJ culture

Rare and memorable music moments Classic and influential recordings

Stories from the people who helped shape global music

Music Pioneer Podcast will build an ongoing archive celebrating the artists and personalities whose creativity helped move music forward.

Join the Journey

Music fans, artists, DJs, record collectors, music historians and industry professionals are invited to follow Music Pioneer Podcast and become part of the community.

Music Pioneer Podcast

Celebrating the pioneers. Preserving the stories. Keeping the music alive.

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Cadillac Moses & Garrett Shider Release Captivating New Single “Brain Unchain”

2026-08-20T17:13:11.912-05:00

Beseja “Cadillac Moses” is an independent artist/producer/song-writer based out of San Antonio, Texas. He is a primary member of the Texas-Based Psychedelic Funk/Soul & Alternative R&B music collective/band Cadillac Muzik. Moses is also the nephew of Jimmy Sampson, one of the very talented drummers of the internationally known Ohio Players.

Garrett “Starchild Jr” Shider is the nephew of the great pioneer songwriter George Clinton and the son of the lead guitar player Garry Shider aka StarChild of the internationally-known band Parliament Funkadelic. Garrett Shider is also a very talented song-writer/musician/lead guitar player & core member of Funkadelic himself.

Cadillac Moses of Cadillac Muzik & Garrett Shider of Parliament Funkadelic joined forces to create a Neo-Psychedelic Funk/Soul & Alternative R&B record titled ‘’Brain Unchain”. The record has been well received by the public bringing in well over 1.6 Million streams independently & still climbing the charts. The collective quickly followed the single up with an entire 9 song project called “Brain Unchain”.

The project has a blend of Psychedelic Funk/Soul, Alternative R&B, Alternative Hip Hop, & Indie Pop as well. With songwriter & production features from MoonShyne Brown, CL McCoy, Scott Campbell, & Joseph Raines, this project is very innovative & unique. Be the first to check out this masterpiece from this powerhouse collective.

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Cadillac Muzik (Website):

https://itscadillacmuzik.com

Cadillac Muzik (Wikipedia):

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cadillac_Muzik

Cadillac Muzik (Facebook):

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Cadillac Muzik (Instagram):

https://www.instagram.com/cadillacmuzik

Cadillac Muzik (Youtube):

https://www.youtube.com/user/TheCadillacMuzik

Dancehall King Beenie Man Reigns Supreme With Milestone New Album ‘Eminence’

2026-08-20T13:53:05.143-05:00

Produced by Kemar McGregor, the cross-genre project features global stars such as Snoop Dogg, Rick Ross, T.I., Ashanti, Mýa, Rotimi, Lola Brooke and Stefflon Don, alongside Jamaican icons Vanessa Bling, Shaneil Muir, Kraff, Elephant Man, and more.

(NEW YORK, AUGUST 20, 2026) After more than three decades of shaping the sound, culture and global reach of dancehall and reggae, Grammy Award-winning global superstar Beenie Man continues to expand his musical legacy with Eminence, a powerful 16-track album that bridges dancehall, reggae, hip-hop and R&B while remaining firmly grounded in the Jamaican sound and culture that have defined his career.

What began as a few tracks evolved into an entire album as Beenie Man and producer Kemar McGregor, aka The Billboard King, continued recording and developing the material. “As we continued recording and developing the songs, what started as a few tracks grew into something much bigger,” Beenie Man says. “That creative chemistry ultimately led me to trust him with producing the entire album, making ‘Eminence’ one of the most distinctive projects I’ve created in my career this far.” Crafted over a year and a half, the album was recorded across Fort Lauderdale, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York and Kingston, reflecting the expansive creative journey behind the project.

The collaborative force in Eminence comes into full force on “876/305,” an infectious, head-turning opener driven by a classic sample flip. Beenie Man and Rick Ross trade cross-continental bars, drawing a direct line from Jamaica to Miami, while Rènata Crista Hunt rounds out the track with captivating vocals. That energy flows into the hypnotic, slow-wine rhythm of “Don’t Rush,” pairing Mýa’s silky R&B melodies with Beenie Man’s relaxed flow over a heavy, rolling bassline. Powered by a fast-paced rhythm, “Do It” sees Brooklyn’s own Lola Brooke bring mainstage grit and a ferocious cadence alongside Beenie Man, seamlessly bridging Brooklyn hip-hop and Kingston dancehall. “For You” fuses West Coast G-Funk with authentic dancehall as Beenie Man and Snoop Dogg trade their signature cadences over a sub-heavy, syncopated riddim. The posse cut brings together Stefflon Don, Elephant Man, D’Yani, Shaneil Muir, Tifa, Vanessa Bling, Kraff and Pamputtae, delivering a dynamic mix of rapid-fire toasts and smooth melodies centered on fierce devotion. “Make Out” offers a sleek, sun-soaked meeting of R&B and dancehall, bringing R&B royalty Ashanti together with Atlanta icon T.I. Anchored by Ashanti’s timeless, velvet-toned hook, T.I. slides through with effortless Southern swagger, bridging 2000s hip-hop nostalgia with Beenie Man’s dancehall authority over buoyant, island-infused production. On “Hat Tip,” Rotimi delivers a soaring, soulful hook alongside Beenie Man’s reflective dancehall toasts and Rick Ross’s commanding, introspective verses, turning the track into a powerful statement of faith, resilience and perseverance. The album also draws on Jamaica’s rich vocal tradition, with acclaimed reggae singer Etana and veteran vocalist Stevie Face adding soulful dimension to the project.

The arrival of Eminence comes at a defining moment for Beenie Man, whose influence continues to resonate across Jamaica and the global music landscape. In 2024, the undisputed “King of Dancehall” was conferred with the prestigious Order of Distinction (Officer Class) by the Jamaican government during the National Honours and Awards ceremony, recognizing his foundational, decades-long contributions to global music. His recent live return has been equally significant, highlighted by a historic sold-out headlining performance at New York’s UBS Arena in 2025, his first major New York arena show in more than a decade, followed by a landmark appearance at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center in 2026. He has also headlined Florida’s Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival, Reggae in the Park Delaware, his own Summa Sizzle Fest, and the 64th Jamaican Independence Celebration.

Beenie Man reflects: “‘Eminence’ represents my longevity, experience, and influence within dancehall and reggae over the past three decades. Throughout my career, I’ve been able to take Jamaican music around the world, and this album represents another stage in that journey. ‘Eminence’ reflects the legacy I’ve built while showing that I’m continuing to grow, experiment, and push my music into new spaces.”

Eminence is available on all major digital streaming platforms worldwide via Billboard King Records.

TRACKLISTING:

305/876 (FEAT. RICK ROSS & RÈNATA)
DON’T RUSH (FEAT. MÝA)
DO IT (FEAT. LOLA BROOKE)
GUIDE OVER US (FEAT. ETANA)
IMMORTAL
BANDS
SHE’S A GOOD GIRL
DOLL
FOR YOU (FEAT. SNOOP DOGG, ELEPHANT MAN, D’YANI, SHANEIL MUIR, TIFA, VANESSA BLING, STEFFLON DON, KRAFF & PAMPUTTAE)
IF I FOLLOW MY HEART (FEAT. STEVIE FACE)
MARIJUANA IN THE KOUCHIE
FRIENDS FOR LIFE
KINGSTEPPA
MAKE OUT (FEAT. ASHANTI & T.I.)
HAT TIP (FEAT. RICK ROSS & ROTIMI)
HEAVENLY FATHER

ABOUT BEENIE MAN:

Born Anthony Moses Davis in the Waterhouse section of Kingston, Jamaica, Grammy Award-winning global superstar Beenie Man is recognized worldwide as the undisputed “King of the Dancehall”. A child prodigy who began toasting at age eight under the guidance of his uncle Sydney Wolf (percussionist for Jimmy Cliff), he rose to early fame before dominating Jamaican sound-system culture with hit singles throughout the 1990s. His 1997 breakthrough hit “Who Am I?” topped the Billboard Reggae chart, cracked the U.S. Rap Top 10, and earned British pop chart acclaim, cementing his role as a premier ambassador for Caribbean music.

Over a four-decade career defined by sonic evolution, Beenie Man has seamlessly fused dancehall with hip-hop, R&B, techno, and Latin rhythms. His extensive catalog includes classic albums Many Moods of Moses, Doctor, and his critically acclaimed Virgin Records release Art & Life, which won the 2000 Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album. Honored with a record-setting seven International Reggae and World Music Awards, ASCAP Songwriter Awards, and MOBO Awards, Beenie Man’s enduring legacy was formally recognized by the Jamaican government in 2024 with the prestigious Order of Distinction (Officer Class). Today, he continues to sell out arenas globally and push the boundaries of Jamaican music into new creative spaces.

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ABOUT KEMAR MCGREGOR:

Kemar McGregor “The Billboard King” is an acclaimed Jamaican-American music producer, songwriter, and CEO of FM Records. Renowned as a pioneer of the modern pop-reggae movement, McGregor has spent over two decades producing hit records and multi-platinum tracks that seamlessly blend traditional roots reggae and dancehall with mainstream pop, R&B, and hip-hop. His extensive production portfolio features collaborations with some of the industry’s biggest global icons, including Snoop Dogg, Sinéad O’Connor, Musiq Soulchild, Rick Ross, and Gyptian. Boasting multiple number-one albums on the Billboard Reggae charts, consecutive JUNO Award nominations, and millions of records sold worldwide, McGregor remains one of the most influential and chart-dominant forces in contemporary reggae music.

A New Era for New York: DJ ENJETIC Named Nerve DJs State Manager

2026-08-20T12:32:46.088-05:00

The landscape of the New York DJ scene is officially shifting. With the announcement of DJ ENJETIC as the new Nerve DJs State Manager for New York, the industry is entering a transformative new chapter. This strategic appointment—backed by the vision of Nerve DJs head JohnnyO, the influence of Big HEFF, the support of YNVS DJs CEO Shampoo, and the leadership of Northeast President Chloe W.—signals a major elevation for New York’s sound, placing it firmly under the guidance of a leader who has spent his career breaking global barriers.

DJ ENJETIC is a true global ambassador for the culture. He has dismantled the traditional limitations that often confine DJs to local markets, establishing a radio presence that spans continents. His reach is staggering, with shows broadcast across Dubai, Egypt, Hong Kong, Sydney, Morocco, Italy, Greece, Puerto Rico, Brazil, Argentina, the Netherlands, London, and Poland.

Domestically, his footprint is equally formidable. ENJETIC commands the airwaves in major hubs including Atlanta, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, Tennessee, Alabama, New Orleans, and Texas. With a massive portfolio that encompasses over 150 radio stations across the country and around the globe, ENJETIC brings a level of experience and networking prowess that is rare in the industry.

By bringing DJ ENJETIC into the fold as the New York State Manager, the combined leadership of JohnnyO, Big HEFF, Shampoo, and Chloe W. is reinforcing a commitment to excellence and innovation. This move is designed to bridge the gap between New York’s legendary talent and ENJETIC’s vast international network, creating unprecedented opportunities for local artists and DJs alike.

This is more than just a new appointment—it is the beginning of a bold new chapter for New York. Under the leadership of DJ ENJETIC, and with the backing of industry powerhouses like JohnnyO, Big HEFF, Shampoo, and Chloe W., the future of the city’s DJ culture has never looked brighter.

Sonarus: The Next Evolution of Streaming?

2026-08-15T22:06:44.814-05:00

Sonarus, a new streaming platform, has been making waves in the entertainment industry with its unique approach to content delivery. With its innovative features and user-friendly interface, many are speculating that Sonarus could become the next evolution of streaming. Here's why.

Firstly, Sonarus offers a wide range of content from various genres, including music, live streams from athletes, audiobooks, and podcasts. This diversity caters to the diverse interests of its users, making it a one-stop destination for all their entertainment needs. Additionally, Sonarus has a team of curators who handpick the content, ensuring high-quality and relevant recommendations for its users.

Moreover, Sonarus stands out from other streaming platforms with its interactive features. Users can engage with their favorite athletes through live stream sessions, exclusive behind-the-scenes content, and virtual meet and greets. This not only enhances the user experience but also creates a sense of community within the platform.

But what truly sets Sonarus apart is its commitment to supporting emerging athletes. The platform offers a fair revenue-sharing model, allowing independent artists to earn a living from their craft. This not only benefits the creators but also provides users with a diverse pool of fresh and original content.

With its unique features and commitment to supporting athletes, Sonarus has the potential to revolutionize the streaming industry. As more and more users flock to the platform, it's clear that Sonarus is on its way to becoming the next evolution of streaming. Stay tuned for more updates and exciting developments from Sonarus.

Breeze Dollaz & Pronto4L Drop Highly Anticipated EP “Made You Look”

2026-08-15T16:49:57.290-05:00

Connecticut Hip Hop artist Breeze Dollaz and Las Vegas Artist Pronto4L released “Made You Look” EP. After releasing the single “Motion” remix & releasing the music video to it (Directed by @Shotbycamjboyd), the two get together for a collaborative EP.

Out on Money Hungry Sound LLC, the six-track package features the standout song “Oasis,” capturing the essence of the duo’s soulful melodies & “fly talk” in a perfect cap to the summer.

The “Motion” music video sees Breeze and Pronto have a kickback, where high-energy meet a house party type vibe. Infused with playful vibes, their signature humor and charm shine between the effortless flows.

“Made You Look” is definitely a must listen out now on all platforms be sure to follow them on all socials as well check out their “Motion” Remix visuals out now!

Connect: @BreezeDollaz @Pronto4L

Bishop Jerry and Lady Cherry Givens Release Inspirational New Single, “We’ve Got It All”

2026-08-14T19:37:08.595-05:00

A song for every family—and a unifying message about faith, love, friendship, and the blessings found in having one another

Bishop Jerry Givens and Lady Cherry Givens have released their new inspirational single, “We’ve Got It All,” available as of July 31, 2026, through Brainstorm Entertainment.

An uplifting, feel-good anthem with a timeless message, “We’ve Got It All” celebrates what happens when God, family, love, and friendship come together. At its heart is a simple but powerful truth:

Having it all was never about having everything. It was about having each other.

Written by Cherrylean Givens and featuring music production by Bernard Jackson of Brainstorm Entertainment, the single was inspired by the couple’s extraordinary 51-year marriage and the lessons they have learned through more than five decades of life together.

Their musical journey includes:

“Best Friends Forever,” released June 25, 2021, in celebration of their 47th wedding anniversary, accompanied by an official music video

“Took a Chance on Me,” released June 30, 2023, in celebration of their 49th wedding anniversary

“We’ve Got It All,” released July 31, 2026, in celebration of 51 years of marriage

More than an anniversary song, “We’ve Got It All” carries a universal message of hope and gratitude. It is a song for husbands and wives, parents and children, lifelong friends, and every family that understands that life’s greatest riches are found in the people we love.

“We’ve Got It All” by Bishop Jerry Givens and Lady Cherry Givens is available now through Brainstorm Entertainment.

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J. Maurice Unveils New Single And Music Video, "The Best Part," Showcasing A Smooth Alternative Sound

2026-08-07T16:32:42.734-05:00

The Independent Artist Delivers A Soulful New Release That Blends Laid-Back Vibes, Captivating Melodies, And Striking Visuals.

Independent recording artist J. MAURICE returns with his latest single, "The Best Part," accompanied by an official music video that is now streaming on YouTube. The new release highlights the artist's continued evolution, offering listeners a refreshing blend of smooth alternative R&B, infectious melodies, and an immersive visual experience.

With its warm production, effortless groove, and memorable hooks, "The Best Part" invites listeners into a feel-good atmosphere that is both intimate and uplifting. The single showcases J. MAURICE's versatility as an independent artist, expanding his sound while remaining true to the authenticity and emotion that define his music.

The accompanying music video elevates the listening experience through cinematic visuals that complement the song's mood and message. Together, the music and visuals create a compelling artistic statement that captures the essence of the record and gives fans another reason to connect with J. MAURICE's growing catalog.

As an independent artist, J. MAURICE continues to build momentum by creating music that resonates through originality, emotion, and creative freedom. "The Best Part" represents another milestone in his artistic journey, demonstrating his commitment to crafting songs that stand apart while remaining accessible to a broad audience.

Whether discovering J. MAURICE for the first time or following his musical journey from the beginning, listeners will find "The Best Part" to be a standout release that reflects
confidence, growth, and an unmistakable artistic identity.

About J. MAURICE

J. MAURICE is an independent recording artist dedicated to creating music that blends emotion, originality, and contemporary sound. Known for exploring different musical styles while maintaining an authentic artistic voice, he continues to connect with audiences through compelling songwriting and memorable performances. With the release of "The Best Part," J. MAURICE adds another exciting chapter to his evolving career, solidifying his place as an emerging independent artist to watch.

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