May 2015 Magazine by JMarie Magazine

Photographer: STEVE WHITE FILMS Model: Monica Griffen Mua: Keisha Roper Hair: Markia Chapman Designer: Ashley Shaw of ARS COUTURE

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Photographer: STEVE WHITE FILMS Model: Monica Griffen Mua: Keisha Roper Hair: Markia Chapman Designer: Ashley Shaw of ARS COUTURE

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Contributing Articles: National Recording Artist Wave Chapelle & Rock Dillon, First Verse Apparel, Jakeem Smith

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Fashion Highlight

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Music Spotlight

Born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee's infamous Orange Mound, Rock Dillon's music will feed the fans and the streets what is needed in Hip-Hop today. More of a street poet than a rapper, the wordplay and gritty realism paint portraits of a demographic that the world has turned its back on. With 4 group albums, 7 mix-tapes, a solo album and a vast amounts of projects being released Rock Dillon is carving his face into Hip-Hop. Getting it straight out the mud, Dirty Money Hustlin' is the grind and life that's lived day in and day out. Follow Rock Dillon on his journey, as you will witness a True King Rise...

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Music Artist Kore Stacks Kore Stacks was born and raised in Washington, D.C., and moved to Atlanta, Ga., in 2014 after deciding to pursue his hip-hop career. Growing up was hard, coming from a family where there was no love and affection. His childhood was built on tough love and street life, which shaped his musical sound. Kore Stacks has a background in art and dance. He attended Duke Ellington School of the Arts for two years before discovering his love of lyrics. Shortly after, Kore Stacks began to write about the pain and struggles he had endured in life, and in 2012, he wrote his first song “Cocky Nigga," which gained massive local exposure. From there, he began to do open-mic nights and interviews. Songs such as “Pull It,” took his audiences to a new level and shaped his hardcore identity in the hip-hop realm. Kore Stacks' career looked even more promising at the end of 2014, after he signed a deal with EOne Entertainment. His new project, "Ambitions of a Hustler," is fully backed by the company and hit the iTunes on Jan. 20. Since last January, Stacks has received a distribution deal from EOne Entertainment; made appearances at some of the hottest events and performed all over the Greater Atlanta area. “I never thought I would have got this far,” he said. “This is amazing to me.” Stacks said this mixtape details the road less traveled and shows him battling stereotypes to pave a way for fans just like him. He said his music is intended to evoke motivation in his audiences to reach their goals, too. “I want them to have a hustle after listening to this hustler’s music,” Kore Stacks said. “Just be a go-getter and never let anyone tell you, that you can’t do something,” he said. “Ambition of a Hustler,” is a carbumping, street anthem from start to finish. It features fan favorites, such as the high-energy “Pull It,” and “D.C. Swag,” and the laidback track, “High.” The album contains only one feature, a fellow D.C. native that goes by Dre.

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The duo hopped on the Chief Keef “Love Sosa” beat for an epic remix.

Entrepreneurs Introducing Jakeem Smith Photographer, Personality, Publicist, Public Relations Director, Event Manager, Entrepreneur and Motivational Speaker Extraordinaire are the

few titles associated with Jakeem Charles Smith. And with this unique compilation of natural talent in these diverse field areas amalgamated with his precise vision emanated Jay Productions Agency, LLC. Born in Dover, Delaware, Smith’s upbringing was the catalyst behind his need to make a difference in the world. Accordingly, he understood at a very early age that he would settle for nothing less than the best, and this is what he successfully yields for each of his clients—the best quality services possible to render! Commencing his professional career in the industry of marketing and entertainment as a celebrity photographer, Smith has had the pleasure of shootingsuch illustrious artists as Dondria of So So Def, NeneLeakes, Terrance Howard, Jermaine Dupree, and other known figures—and to that extent the rest was history.

Further expanding his skills and expertise in the areas of strategic planning, brand development, social media networking, photography, videography, design, and more, Smith built Jay Productions Agency, LLC into the multifaceted

marketing and production platform that currently stands today. Thanks to clients and “soul-friends” ChanitaFoster, Football Wives reality star and founder ofBeyond The Game non-profit organization, and NicciGilbert, singer, businesswoman, and creator andexecutive producer of R&B Divas Atlanta, R&B Divas of LA, and From The Bottom Up, Smith’s brand now transcends among a global platform. Other notableclients include Lisa Raye, Harry Douglass, Q Parker, Cynthia Bailey, Kandi Burruss, Demetria Mckinney, Nene Leakes, Kore Stacks , Joyce Reed and many more. Smith most attributes his aunt, world-renowned author and motivation speaker, as the guiding force behind his heightened success.

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Fresh Start Who: DaKrOo

How many people wish they had a chance to walk away from life’s responsibilities to chase their lifelong dreams of pursing music? A rap duo from Tarpon Springs, Florida, #DaKrOo, composed of nineteen (19) year old Buddah, a White and Caribbean kid that has the flow of a modern day 2Pac and Guat, a kid of Guatemalan decent that is clearly in a lane of his own. #DaKrOo was given the chance to do just that. In March of 2015 they took a trip to the OneShot competition in Miami, in hopes of making it big. Fate had it and while at a recording session at DB Films they were presented with an opportunity to become part of the Peace Music family. The duo went back to Tarpon Springs packed their things and moved down to Miami within days to turn dreams into reality, documenting the journey along the way in a weekly VLog, #90. #90 symbolizing the amount of days they’ve given themselves to achieve stardom. #DaKrOo is well on their way to accomplishing it. Within twenty (20) days they’ve managed to film two videos, have a photo shoot, catch the attention of taste makers on Miami’s 103.5 the Beat and land a meeting with FloRida’s camp. #DaKrOo is exactly what the industry in missing: fresh young faces with polished versatile talent. They’ve achieved the ideal mixture of Billboard Top 100 and underground hip-hop, creating songs with catchy infectious hooks and verses that leave you in anticipation of the next hit. Ask them who #DaKrOo is and they’ll tell you, its whoever is chasing their dreams. Are you part of #DaKrOo?

_____________________________________________________________________________________ Who:King Caesar King Caesar possesses the talent and musical passion to turn heads in the entertainment/music industry with his charisma, astounding passion for music all obtained at such a young age. He began rapping at the age of ten participating in schoolyard battles. King Caesar lives in the city of Chicago. King Caesar admits that a tragic experience of losing someone very close to him is what fueled his passion for writing and expressing his self lyrically. Rapping is a form of expression for King Caesar. He expresses how writing and rapping gives him the chance to just be himself. While working on perfecting his craft and creating a solo project he also worked with a group of his classmates T-Money, Dmizzle, and Beast Boy to form the group called Untouchable Swagg District a.k.a U.T.S.D. King Caesar thrives to be best and is working tirelessly to work with any artist in any genre to broaden he musical spectrum. Now at the age of thirteen King Caesar has several bars under his belt including the hit single Caesar's Anthem and completed his first mix CD which was be released on September 14th 2013 on Datpiff.com titled "A Kings Theone". King Caesar is taking the rap world by storm. This profound entertainer writes his own raps, picks his own beats and know is producing his own music. Some of his favorite artist/lyricist include but are not limited to 2pac, Common, Naz, Kanye, Tyler the Creator and several Chicago artist. His goal is that one day he just wants one person to recognize who he is as a hip hop artist. Let’s Support the Movement "I'm new to the rap game but by no means am I an amateur quote; King Caesar

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Cover Story

Wave Chapelle: The Future of Hip Hop Authentic: of undisputed origin; genuine. Everything authentic. That is the tag line hip hop artist Wave Chappelle chooses to live by. Hailing from Milwaukee, Wisconsin.. Wave is determined to be a staple in the hip hop world. Rap music has always been an integral part of his culture. Wave was introduced to hip hop music at a very young age, while still in elementary school. He comes from a family of music. A father who is a music staple in the city of Milwaukee known as “F1 Diamond” as well as a cousin who is musically inclined as well. He wrote his first rap when he was in the 5th grade. He played it for his older cousin who was totally impressed by it that he played it for his friends. He states “That rap was very elementary written to the sound of “H to the Izzo.” The response he received fueled his fire. Wave states “My dad is a legend where I’m from and he has been doing hip hop since he was 8, and he told me to take it seriously, and he wasn’t giving me a pass.” Wave stated his mom wasn’t as an enthusiastic about

his career choice but she supported him. “She just wanted me to finish school” said Wave. From that moment on music was always in his head. He was always writing, so much so that he notepads full and the kitchen drawers in his mom’s kitchen. At the age of 13, Wave moved to Memphis to be with his father where he learned about recording and the core business structure of a rap career. “My dad made me feel like it was attainable.” Wave returned to Milwaukee for high school which became a pivotal moment that ignited his desire to pursue hip hop more relentlessly. With a growing mind his skill developed more. Soon enough, verses after verses were written, pages after pages, until he discovered his own style and flow. Still in high school, he started dabbling into freestyle developing an ease for spontaneous rhyming. At his high school there were fellow students who pursued rap as well coaxing freestyle battles in the stairwell. Wave joined the battles free styling off the dome and

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Wave Chapelle: The Future of Hip Hop made a name for himself. He was set up to battle a senior (he a sophomore) whom everyone said was the best. Wave proved them wrong. Taking his rap career very seriously, he began to perform original songs in high school talent shows whenever there was an opportunity. He also formed a group with his friends Cherub, Wave (then named Astro), & Seven called “Blue Lemon”. The name was solely based off of “something you’ve never seen before”. They began to perform at shows and parties creating a reputable name for themselves. They even started an independent clothing line called Blue Lemon that boasted bold “SWIM t-shirts and crewnecks. Blue Lemon definitely became Buzz worthy. So much that they caught the attention of Kurupt’s manager. They met with Kurupt in Saint Louis where they were commended for the movement they had started and given advice on the industry. As a group they allocated many awards including “Best Hip Hop group/artists for Milwaukee’s own “Shepard Express” two years in a row. They gained heavy blog recognition and their presence was felt as a thorough indie hip hop movement. Wave is thankful for his Hip Hop group, Blue Lemon, which motivated him to develop and expand his lyrical dexterity. They offered different insights and encouraged his creativity. Now that high school was coming to an end that did not mean the end for Astro(Wave), who then had formerly changed his name to an alias of Wave Chappelle. A name he formatted from watching Dave Chappelle and joking around with

his friends. This rap name is now forged in his mind as a reminder to remain authentic to his artistic quest while making his way through the treacherously fake, plastic, illusory world the music industry has become. Now that Wave has relocated to Memphis, TN to make a stake and claim on conscious hip hop. He is not a typical rapper romanticizing a life of violence, drugs, and promiscuity. There is much more to this Milwaukee native than you might think. He is similar to the Mac-11 in the way he delivers his verbal ammunition. Once he starts spitting he is very difficult to control, lyrically firing gems that hit you unexpectedly. Wave is similar to is akin to a great painter, using his words as the paintbrush that imprints onto the palette of your mind. Every word is tailored exactly to paint a picture for the audience so they can see what I’m writing about. A prolific wordsmith who writes every lyric of his songs, here is a man who knows not only what he wants to tell the world, but how. Asked what inspires him, Wave says “I’m inspired by everything….my family, the situations I face, the people in my neighborhood, those who didn’t make it, and those who are successful.” Now, with the release of his latest project, he is more than ready to earn his place among music’s greats. This LP will embody who he is and that’s authentic. He has a range of songs to draw out every raw emotion, each with its own message. He is able to mirror the ebbs and flows of life in his music from being in the hood to changing the world. The elastic trait of his music makes it accessible to anyone who simply feels.

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Wave Chapelle: The Future of Hip Hop Authenticity is a rare commodity in the rap scene today. HE not only has it, he uses it like a weapon, disarming you and then hitting you at your core.

Wave also has an astounding following who calls themselves the “Swim Team”. Swim well. Everything Authentic.

“My dad is a legend where I’m from and he has been doing hip hop since he was 8, and he told me to take it seriously, and he wasn’t giving me a pass.”

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Photo Credit: Wave Chapelle Twitter Page

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