Jason James
Bio
Jason James is an American journalist Andrew writer from Miami, Florida that specializes in covering the entertainment industry.
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ROOKIE2X
Meet Rising Louisiana hip-hop artist, Rookie2x. Born in Germany, but raised in the small town of Leesville, La. He grew up watching his older brother rap into a microphone hanging from a ceiling fan blade. Mailing cassette tapes to various labels. Fast forwarding years later, he starts his musical career formerly known as, CEO Rookie. He started the rap group, B.O.$. The group consisted of 6 artists by the time he ended it. Luci, a former member and brother of loyalty, is the only one from group still here. Unlike before, Rookie2x no longer desire money. He started a new goal, and that’s for his story to be heard. December 3rd, of 2019 marked the day of his new brand. Purchased a brand new studio, but made no music. He first networked to meet people with industry knowledge. He then started building his brand, Rookie2x, with non stop Press Release. Reaching out to several artist on Instagram, Damar Jackson, former T.I.G Records, artist responded. First song recorded was on Christmas and it features Damar. He then completed his full seven track album on January 26, 2020 titled, “Calm Before Tha Storm.” Featuring Damar Jackson, Lil’Luci, and many more. The album is set to release, August 7, 2020. His debut album single, “Intro”, off the album was released April 18th. With the budget of $1,675 being taken from an online scam. Ordering almost $1.7k worth of song marketing from an individual on Instagram, impersonating the well known, WillStylz. Working paycheck to paycheck to get some traction, the official, WillStylz, connected with the artist. Mr. Will managed to get Rookie2x in front of several label A&Rs, such as KingLyte (DefJam), Bobby (Empire), and many more. MrTooOfficial with Quality Control Music, and Rookie2x connected the following day. Going live on Instagram viewing future releases and giving great advice. It is planned for them to meet when he goes to Atlanta. Rookie2x speaks highly of his artist management, Anthony, CEO, of Trillest Entertainment.
By Jason James 4 years ago in Beat
Joshua Bert Gabie
The entrepreneurial journey of Joshua Bert Gabie has had its ups and downs. As a child he was always fascinated with making money. Even though he was shy, when he opened up, people often laughed at his antiques and jokes. It was a playful time. Being so driven and bold at a young age his mom always reminded him everything happens at the right time, you have to be patient. As a child he was involved in Acting, Modeling, Boxing, Karate, Bmx racing, Played Bass Guitar, Basketball, Video games, Watched WWE.
By Jason James 4 years ago in Motivation
GOLDEN G
GOLDEN G, real name Gerome Nash, is an up and coming Hip-Hop artist from Toronto, Ontario (GTA). The artist has studied in-depth lyricism, flow structure, and melody for years, and you can hear it in the music. He tends to incorporate a variety of elements from different styles of hip-hop, creating a sound that truly can’t be replicated. Music was originally an escape for the artist, but with the time spent and practice put in over the years, it’s become apparent that it is changing his life entirely. G has written over 250 songs/remixes in his years honing the craft since the age of 17, and now at 27, has put in over 10,000 plus hours into the artform that blatantly show in his content. In his first-ever professional studio-recorded album entitled “What If It’s Me?”, he shares his stories of being the person in the room with potential people never expected and are unaware of. The album served as a motivational piece, encouraging those with gifts to use them, and to not sell themselves short. Using the brand acronym “WIIM” (What If It’s Me”), the artist markets himself with these notions. Gerome moved to Canada very young and was raised in Canada's Ontario GTA by parents who are both of British/Jamaican descent. he has been writing published works since the age of 8 years old and as previously mentioned, began writing/recording music in his teens. The debut album "What If it’s Me" took 2 years to write while the artist was in University and consists of 17 tracks available on Spotify, Tidal, Apple Music, and many other platforms. The project comes correct, delving into the world of a once shy teen becoming a confident man both within himself and as an artist. The album's message is that anything can be obtained through hard work and dedication. Someone who is driven on being exceptional, always striving to be something more, G’s second released project “The Story is Documented”, follows similar ideologies, targeting radio listeners & hip hop fans alike. 8 songs in length, the album is filled with callbacks to G’s past and his ambitions of making music. Documenting main life events, he states that "The Story Is Documented", recording his story through his music before the pinnacle of his success. With 2 albums, and a hefty amount of marketable singles, GOLDEN G’s sound as a whole presents a new take on the often discussed, “Toronto sound” in terms of production and it’s Hip-Hop, R&B, and Pop elements. Musically, his biggest influences include Drake, Jay Z, Earl Sweatshirt, and Eminem. He credits his study to Eminem's lyricism and flow, and learning a lot from the cadence and melodies of Canadian sensation Drake. With a degree in English Language and Literature from Western University, it becomes extremely noticeable that the rappers writing abilities are undeniable very early upon listening to his work. G has had music produced by Peter Vickers (Zlender) on his catalog, who has engineering credits on Drakes Grammy Winning "Hotline Bling". His homage to “Weston Road Flows”, “Weston Road Ripple” was produced by the childhood friend of Drizzy himself, Renny (Snaz). GOLDEN G’s record “Zendaya” about the actress quickly went viral on twitter after his catchy punchline “ #tomhollandbetterprayup ” began trending worldwide on the platform earlier in the year. There is something special about how the up and coming Canadian constructs his music. Unique in its execution, the sound is one of what Hip Hop used to be, in a combination of what it has become in the modern-day era. By respecting the origins of the craft, yet not being blinded by only the past, and armed with the mastery of Hip Hop’s core credentials, GOLDEN G is truly an up and coming force to be reckoned with.
By Jason James 4 years ago in Beat
ISABELL SLIM— Things About Isabell Slim You Should Know
Over the years, Hip-Hop has changed the world and culture with trending sounds and tons of sub-genres. With millions of new artists appearing on the scene, one emerging artist from Louisiana is set to change the wave of Hip-Hop, and he goes by the name of “Isabell Slim”.
By Jason James 4 years ago in Beat
JOHN MGBEMENA (CAESAR)— MALE MODEL, ACTOR, AND MUSICIAN ON THE RISE
John Mgbemena, born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. His parents were born and raised in Nigeria, making John Mgbemean Nigerian. John Mgbemena graduated from Georgia State University with a degree in Biology. However, during his time in Georgia State John Mgbemena participated in the ASA fashion Show which introduced him to Modeling during his Freshman Year and that was the beginning of his modeling career. John Mgbemena enjoyed it because it gave him a reason to workout. He also then became apart of Infinite appeal as well as Panthers Allure which was beneficial for his as a male model. At the age of 25 years old, John Mgbemena is on the rise. As a male model John Mgbemena, for one is a brand ambassador for FashionNovaMen, he, in addition, has been in several runway shows such as New York, Miami, and LA Fashion Week. John Mgbemena has also been apart of Macy’s and Dillards fashion show, as well as the Kontrol Magazine Fashion show, Streetz94.5 Fashion Show, Walk Fashion Show, and several others just to name a few. John Mgbemena has also been featured in various of magazines such as Famous birthdays, voyage Atl, au courage magazine, Obvious Magazine, pop glitz magazine, and various others. Last but not least, John Mgbemena has been a featured male talent/love interest in tons of music videos with artist such as TI, Lucci, 2 Chains, J Cole, 21 Savage, Lil Yachty, Tokyo jets, Rubi Rose, just to name a few.
By Jason James 4 years ago in Styled
MEECHIE BRAVO
Meechiebravo releases his much anticipated EP “RichPrettyGoon”. If he isn’t making custom durags or throwing some of the illest parties in NYC, he’s cooking up some fire ratchet party music. Meechie Bravo (@meechiebravo)- 19 year old, Bronx native just dropped his much anticipated video for his song ‘Freak’ ! If you haven’t heard of him yet, you will soon. Meechie has been working on his craft since 2016 and with influences like Lil Jon, 50 Cent, and T-Pain the ladies are bound to shake some ass to his music. The video was shot by Eric Vite editor of worldstar and featured a beautiful selection of Bravo’s Baddies (@bravosbaddies). ‘Freak’ is the debut single off the RichPrettyGoon EP
By Jason James 4 years ago in Beat
Anthony Rhyne-Memphis King of R&B
Singer, Anthony Rhyne also known as the ‘Memphis King of R&B’ was homeless with his mom from the ages of 10 to 15 years old. “We used to have to sleep from home to home and we really struggled to make ends meet,” he said. Rhyne explained that it was around the age of 15-years-old that he started working and hustling to help his mother with the workload and many of the responsibilities of everyday living. “Seeing my mom struggle and always being hungry really built my work ethic. I used to sell my CDs all day and night in any weather,” he said. When Rhyne was around 18-years-old he said things got better for him and his mother. He was able to save up $20,000 to pay for a down -payment on their first home. The upcoming singer thanks Jesus for blessing him with the amazing gift. He says that he doesn’t know where he would be in life without it. Rhyne recently released a new single “Vibing,” the song is the perfect blend of the ’90s and contemporary R&B. It gets men and women in the groove for any occasion, even children! Anthony Rhyne was born in Memphis, TN and began singing at the age of 5. He is inspired by legendary artist such as Michael Jackson, Joe, Brian McKnight and Musiq Soul Child. At the age of 13 he began to write and record. By the time that he was 18 he was an R&B threat outperforming and crushing open mics and small venue shows. Anthony Rhyne is a writer, composer, and most of all an all-around gifted artist. His music is a soulful mix of R&B, Pop & Neo Soul. Anthony Rhyne is deemed as the next artist to make it out of Memphis because of his raw talent. Anthony Rhyne has opened for Lyfe Jennings and Sammie. Anthony Rhyne released his debut single “Come Party” early 2019, a mid tempo ballad that showcases his vocals and songwriting abilities. Soon after the release of “Come Party”, Anthony Rhyne released his self titled EP “Anthony Rhyne”. Which features his new single “Vibing”, a smooth 90s R&B style ballad that gets anyone in the groove. Anthony Rhyne’s biggest accomplishment as a singer and songwriter so far is being published and verified by Instagram. He’s no sleeper in the R&B world as he draws comparisons from fellow living legends such as Tank, Keith Sweat, Usher, and Brian McKnight, critics say. Anthony Rhyne is back with another movie to his smash single, “Vibing”, from his latest self titled EP “Anthony Rhyne”. “Vibing” is the perfect blend of 90s R&B and new school R&B. Critics are saying it’s one of the best songs put together and feels like real R&B. For a long time, the R&B genre has taken a backseat to contemporary R&B, but Anthony Rhyne is definately looking like the savior of a lost genre that so many people love and need in this new generation. With comparisons to Keith Sweat, Brian McKnight, and Tank, Anthony Rhyne isn’t far off from their musical genius. I’ve listened to the song personally and I can honestly say, it makes me feel good. This is the perfect song for any setting whether you’re in a loud night club, a quiet lounge, or just at home doing some cleaning. In the music video you’ll see those 90s R&B vibes I mentioned earlier with all of the air grabbing and blazing vocals. Gimmicks play a major role in most music videoes but you’ll see so much authenticity it’ll make you want to play back the video over and over again. Simplicity, real R&B, pure love, and utter genius is all you will see and hear in this amazing visual. “Make no mistake, R&B is not dead and I’m here to set the bar high” said Anthony Rhyne. He also mentioned, “Real R&B” is back. I couldn’t agree more. Ladies and gentle I present to you, “Vibing” Official Music Video World Premiere!
By Jason James 4 years ago in Beat