Flow Queen Erica Banks hops on “Look at That” with Destiny Oliver on ReeceWithTheAssist!’s bouncy production with a carefree, whimsical whistle sample. Check it out and tell us what you think in the comments! Fresh off the release of his last single featuring Foogiano titled “Feelin Myself”, Taurice, known by his stage moniker ReeceWithTheAssist!, is a producer and songwriter from Oakland, California. At an early age he became interested in rapping because of his natural ability to write poetry. Following, his interest extended into music production after seeing the mastery and involvement that Quincy Jones had on the Thriller album. Coming from an influential region, gaining inspiration from acts like Too Short and MC Hammer was the tipping point Reece needed to confirm his direction of entering the music industry. Erica Banks, 1501 Certified Entertainment’s new leading lady, fresh off her viral success of “Buss It”, wraps her slick-tongued, off-the-cuff flow that knows no boundaries all over Reece’s production. She is joined by newcomer and Instagram star, Destiny Oliver. Without question, she is in the perfect position to commence a new regime in rap music and is sure to take this song to the next level.
Meet Atlanta Entrepreneur, Neisha Davis
A Native of New Orleans, Louisiana, Neisha is a young, female, entrepreneur with multiple businesses. As the youngest of three siblings, Neisha has always been around music, talent, and southern culture. The majority of her family are artists and musicians. Although she comes from a creative background, she had some struggles growing up as her mom was addicted to drugs and her father was in and out of her life and passed away when she was 12. After that, tragedy struck again with Hurricane Katrina and she had to relocate. Having always been extraordinarily strong and very independent, Neisha made her way to Atlanta, Ga. She used to always feel abandoned and often questioned her purpose but had faith that her trials and tribulations would pass and she would have a fairytale ending. Now she has made it her goal and purpose to help others find their own. Even though her journey has not been smooth, they make Neisha who she is today and she appreciates the journey and the process. It has never been an easy path from my childhood to adulthood. I have always been very independent with a string drive to be successful. I have gone through so many obstacles over the years and still to this day. I have had many setbacks, but even more major comebacks. I have faced so many challenges that have caused me to go harder for what I want to achieve. I believe that if you continue to strive, your opportunities are endless, but the challenges are always going to be there. My strategy for success is staying on top of everything and knowing a little bit about everything. Neisha Davis Neisha’s event, Entrepreneur’s Takeover is about helping businesses connect, brand, and revamp. Presented by Southern Bliss Connections, the Entrepreneur’s Takeover 2021 All White Event is the most effective way for online businesses to meet their customers in person. Connecting with other entrepreneurs adds great value to small businesses by motivating start-up businesses to go beyond the norm and step outside their comfort zone. Sponsored by Zaytown Global, Zaytoven’s brand new artist platform, this event is being held Saturday, July 31, 2021 at Studio House Atlanta, located at 75 John Wesley Dobbs, Atlanta, Ga. 30303. Vendor check-in is starts at 11am, and the event time is 1pm to 5pm ET. This event is hosted by the charismatic Phresh Briscoe of Right Vibe Entertainment who is an A&R at Sony Music and RocStar Music Group. Live interviews are to be conducted by Atlanta’s media queen, Carisha the Diva, and music vibes will be curated by Dj Roots Queen. Special guest speaker is Antonio Moorman, philanthropist, CEO, and owner of TCA Entertainment. Neisha always has a dance team come and perform and this month, White Diamonds Dance Team of ATL will be in the building as well as poet Verb Williams, fitness and health instructor, Jamie Johnson, and violinist, Corbin Allen. No event is complete without live performers, so there will be some amazing talent in the building, including Zoe Larocc, Grindin Pun, Mally Mal, Siren X, Nick Walker, Iyah Wise, Brian Defon, Baby Huncho, Aykay, and Honey Simone. There are vendor spots still available and the entry fee is only $5. The purpose of this event is to help grow connections with other entrepreneurs by gaining knowledge about different businesses in multiple industries, and networking to develop quality brand exposure. The goal is to teach the community about powerhouse businesses while focusing on growth and development of smaller businesses and networking and collaborating with other business leaders. In this industry, you must be consistent. Remember to always be you and never feel like you are not important because you are. Be honest and loyal. Know your role and your place. Do not be afraid to get out and meet new people. Stay connected and build relationships. I am always helping people build themselves and expand their businesses. You will never know the outcome until you ask. Neisha Davis
GRAMMY AWARD WINNING PRODUCER ZAYTOVEN RELEASES NEW TRACK “BETTER BELIEVE” WITH BELLY, THE WEEKND, AND YOUNG THUG
Zaytoven has announced the release of a new track with rapper and producer, Belly, The Weeknd, and Young Thug called “Better Believe” tonight at midnight. The song begins with a crooning Weeknd on the hook followed by Belly rapping a strong first verse discussing his success in the music industry. He is then joined by Young Thug on the second verse with dynamic bars that follow The Weeknd’s lead on his catchy hook about rising to the top. The song will be available on all platforms. “the music game is about crazy combos and we just put together the craziest”. The song can be described as magical melodies mixed with heavy weight verses. This is a certified hit, BETTER BELIEVE”. Zaytoven His name alone sets the tone for who he is, what he does, and the magnitude of his skill set. Super-producer Xavier “Zaytoven” Dotson copped his name from the German composer and pianist, Ludwig van Beethoven, because of the many similarities the two musicians share. Both were born in Germany, both mastered the organ and piano at a young age, both boast a genuine interest in music, and most notably possessed the same foresight to align themselves with key people who could help further their careers. For Beethoven it was the dignitaries of Vienna, for Zaytoven it was Gucci Mane, king of the streets of East Atlanta. Zaytoven is the epitome of a multi-layered musical genius. He has been on his grind behind closed doors for over a decade. Not only has he mastered playing the guitar, drums, organ and piano by ear, but he is also a gifted producer, songwriter and performer. The man behind the magic can even be considered an instrument himself, expressing his passion and poetry through keys, strings, and drumheads. While he wears many hats, he wears them all well, constantly re-inventing himself and his sound to become a crucial force in the entertainment industry. Belly is a distinguished rapper, singer/songwriter, and producer who has drawn from the cultural displacement, poverty, and hustling he endured as a Palestinian-Jordanian immigrant living in Canada. The Juno Award winning rapper has joint deals with Roc Nation and XO Records, a Canadian record label co-founded by The Weeknd. Born Ahmad Balshe in the West Bank Palestinian city of Jenin, Belly moved with his family to Ottawa, Ontario, to escape violence and poverty. Having long been interested in hip hop, he began using rap as a catharsis and soon garnered a reputation as a formidable MC. The Weeknd was dubbed the songbird of his generation. He rose above other fellow newcomers with his rich expertise in music. Born Abel Tesfaye in Scarborough, Ontario on February 16, 1990, he grew up listening to a variety of music genres, including soul, quiet storm, hip hop, funk, indie rock, and post-punk. He dropped out of high school at 17 and “left one weekend and never came home” with some of his friends. It was where his moniker came out. It was supposed to be The Weekend but got altered to avoid copyright issue with a Canadian band of the same name. He broke into the music scene with the 2011 mixtape “House of Balloons”. He went on to work with Drake, Wiz Khalifa, Future, and others, while building his own career as an artist. In 2015, The Weeknd enjoyed huge success with the Grammy-winning album “Beauty Behind the Madness”, which boasted the hit single “Can’t Feel My Face”. His follow-up album, “Starboy” (2016), also won a Grammy and featured collaborations with artists such as Daft Punk. Young Thug was born amongst the masses eliminating any doubt that he wouldn’t be special. The second youngest child of 11 children developed a skill for standing out amongst many, early. He moved to Jonesboro, an impoverished suburb of Georgia where his lifestyle was engrossed by the crime, drug addiction and violence that surrounded him. It was there that he developed an insatiable appetite to succeed his current situation. After discovering and acknowledging his talent and creativity for music, Thug started a new hustle that would soon mature as one of the most promising music careers in the South. Eyeballing the thrown of Hip hop royalty, Young Thug began to create a sound and style that would inevitably place him on top. Young Thug is the representative for a generation that doesn’t see hip-hop as a hobby but a lifestyle. Keeping true to himself, his art, and his home. Check out the teaser video and tell us what you think in the comments.
Chicago Rapper Grindin Pun Releases New Song with Zaytoven
Fresh off the release of his single featuring Ne-Yo, Grindin Pun has released “Love Me Not” with Grammy award-winning producer, Zaytoven. The song is a testament to dating in 2021, and how people might not be who they appear to be. With a creative delivery over Zaytoven’s dreamy and bass heavy production, “Love Me Not” explores what goes through a man’s mind when he feels his love interest is untrustworthy. Allen “Grindin Pun” Lane was born on January 26, 1990, on the West Side of Chicago, Illinois. He was raised in the Henry Horner Projects, just blocks away from the United Center, home to the Chicago Bulls and the Chicago Blackhawks. Being raised near the United Center opened Pun’s eyes to expensive homes and condos, luxurious cars, high-end fashion, and expensive jewelry. Although only nine-years-old when he first discovered he was a talented lyricist, Pun knew that he would one day live the of the rich and famous on his terms. In early 2001, at the age of eleven, Pun and three of his cousins formed the rap group, S.W.A.T. In 2006, as new members joined the group and became intrigued by Pun’s cool, yet sly demeanor, the name of the group was changed to Chi-Town Shysters, with Pun serving as its leader. Upon entering high school, the group sought out ways to make money to finance their careers, which they believed could catapult the group to a new level. Some got jobs and others locked into the streets to make money. Now with more capital, the group was able to make an impact on the local underground rap scene. In January 2007, the Chi-Town Shysters were featured on Fox News Chicago for their accomplishments, with the exposure opening many lucrative doors that allowed them to become more regionally known. Capitalizing on the exposure, Pun has made countless business endeavors, has repeatedly appeared on public access television, has been featured on 28 mixtapes, and has released 5 solo albums. In 2015, Pun left the dangerous streets of Chicago for Phoenix, Arizona, where he was blessed to be in the presence of Les Paul Rogue, a music sensation who once performed with Kool and the Gang, Billy Paul, and Sister Sledge. While in Arizona, Pun continued to work on his music, producing “Pills and Patron”, which quickly became Pun’s highest viewed video, with a combined 2+ million views. Pun would go on to produce for videos and perform on stages across the West Coast. But in December 2020, after realizing that Arizona was not a good fit for his advancing music career, Pun picked up and moved to Atlanta, Georgia. Since moving to Atlanta, Pun has worked with in-house producer Shaun Heard, with the two of them creating a number of hit songs, including “Fine Wine”, that caught the interest of three-time Grammy award winning recording artist, Ne-Yo. He would go on to host “Fine Wine” releasing it as the number one song on his unsigned artist playlist. Following the release of the Ne-Yo project, Pun received a message from Zaytoven, which led to him getting production from him and creating “Love Me Not”. “It’s a blessing to be able to work with someone we grew up listening to. Zay was just as famous to us as the artists that rapped on his beats. I am anxious to see the type of response and growth this song generates. I feel great about it and [feel] like it’s perfect timing”. Grindin pun Check out “Love me Not” and tell us what you think in the comments! You can connect with Grindin Pun on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/grindin_pun/
NEW SINGLE FROM BIG BOI, SLEEPY, BROWN & KILLER MIKE
Big Boi enlists Sleepy Brown and Killer Mike on his brand new single, “Lowercase (No Cap)”. This is a Coalition Certified Dj Single which will be supported by all Coalition Djs worldwide. The Coalition Djs hold their weekly Dj meeting, New Music Mondays, at Big Boi’s studio, Stankonia. This gives artists from all over the country the chance to showcase their talents to the Djs and receive exclusive feedback on their craft. To book New Music Mondays, click the button below.
THE FIRST ANNUAL INDIEFEST ATLANTA BRINGS OUT GUCCI MANE, BIG TIGGER, DJ GREG STREET, SLUTTY VEGAN AND MORE
In the true essence of Independence Day, Authentic Empire Music Group (AEMG) held one of the biggest independent music festivals in the southeastern region with the first annual IndieFest Atlanta that concluded with a live performance by East Atlanta’s own Gucci Mane who was introduced by Big Tigger. AEMG’s roster of talent also rocked the sold out crowd with a lineup that included Money Mu, YSN, Gabriel Avrett, AG Lotti, Doughboy and Geezy Escobar. Held at Cosmopolitan Premier Lounge in Decatur, GA, event festivities kicked off at 2PM with a stage set up in the parking lot alongside 20 various vendors, including a Slutty Vegan food truck. Legendary radio personality DJ Greg Street hosted the Foogiano stage, where he continually shouted out the incarcerated rapper whose birthday was on July 4th. The record label and music services company brought out droves of independent acts from across the country that performed on one of three stages in front of a live audience of over 3k attendees for the chance to win exclusive prizes. In the end, Alabama rapper Mello Oowee edged out the competition taking home an AE chain, a brand new car and single deal as well as a champs trophy. “I really want to thank all of the indie artists who showed up and showed out,” said Lavour “Boomman” Sanders, AEMG CEO. “It was an amazing turnout; another win for independent artists and the culture.” IndieFest Atlanta not only offers independent artists a platform to be seen, heard and discovered, but to also rub elbows with other artists, industry executives and fans. “There isn’t anything out here like it, and I’m making it my mission to take IndieFest all over the world in the hopes of bringing the best indie talent to the mainstream.” Boom Man From their inception, Authentic Empire Music Group (AEMG) has understood that a powerful organization requires a powerful name. Founded in 2017 by Lavour “Boomman” Sanders, they are a full-service entertainment company and record label that boldly defines what they value and what they stand for. The word “authentic” refers to Sanders’ front-line experience in the music industry as a former artist and manager himself. He intimately identifies with the industry politics independent artists and producers face including the gatekeeping infrastructure of major labels. The term “empire” represents the creative culture Sanders is building with a qualified executive team and roster of heavyweight talent. His goal is to foster an atmosphere of accessibility but also maintain quality control. At AE, they aim to breed champions.