Verb'z Up Magazine #11

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CONTENTS Pg. 4 - M elodies f r om Alabam a: Ace Du cat i

Pg. 24 - Live & Dir ect Tv w / Deezy Th e In cr edible

Pg. 6 - Rozet t a M ar ie: St r aigh t Ou t t a Br ook lyn Pg. 26 - Ar t ist 's t o Wat ch Pg. 7 - Th e In t er view w / Rozet t a M ar ie Pg. 8 - M ot am ou t h Jon es M ak in g M y Ow n Pat h

Pg. 27 - Icelan d's Ju lia Ar n a Pg. 28 - Gr am m y Nom in at ed com poser / pr odu cer Rick Hale

Pg. 11 - Ok lah om a's Ver y Ow n : Joh n Doe

Pg. 33 - Wh at 's Th e Ver b?: Ur ban Bu sin ess

Pg. 13 - Alon n a Deville: Slu ggin' Pg. 34 - Th e In t er view w / M u gsy Pg. 15 - Becom in g a St ar : Car olyn e Scot t

Pg. 36 - TM A - Th e M ain At t r act ion

Pg. 17 - Har d w or k pays of f : Eddie Fu se Pg. 20 - Ju st In k ed m odel Jen ia Den ise

Pg. 37 - Fidel Cash t r o f r om Por t lan d

Pg. 21 - New Flexico's Dr u Tzu Pg. 22 - Th e Pow er of Posit ivism Pg. 23 - Th e Can n abis Cor n er : Besgt Bu ds

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ABOUT Verb'z Up Magazine is a global publication (based in Las Vegas, NV) created by Lubbock, Texas native Joe Dert, dedicated to the unheard and unseen talent across the WORLD! We don't limit ourselves by publishing just musicians and models, we also feature poets, community leaders, actors, actresses, business owners, filmmakers, & ANYONE with a positive message! We'd like to thank both our loyal subscribers and new readers for taking time our of your day and supporting our magazine and most importantly those inside the magazine!

Wel com e t o Th e Wor l dw i de Un der gr ou n d... We don't focus on just celebrities... We make celebrities!!

Fou n der / CEO/ Ch i ef Edi t or - Joe Dert Em ai l : verbzupmagazine@gmail.com

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Ace Ducat i Mel odies f r om Al abama

Deondr e Robinson, 23, goes by t he st age name " Ace Ducat i." He is or iginal l y f r om Coosada, AL. Ace Ducat i began singing at t he age of 7 year s ol d r emaking and cover ing songs f r om Tim McGr aw 's " Live Like You Wer e Dying" t o Usher 's " Nice and Sl ow ." In addit ion t o t hat he w r it es music as w el l . Af t er 10 year s of per f or ming at high school t al ent show s, f r iend's bir t hday par t y, and pr omot ing himsel f on YouTube and Facebook, his song t it l ed " I Miss You" w ent vir al in 2013. Since t hen, he has w r it t en and r ecor ded songs, " Cr ying" a homet ow n f avor it e(2014), " Cr yin Par t II(2016)" , " Say Goodbye" (2017), and " Say Goodbye Bal l ad" (2017). Ace Ducat i has al w ays been det er mined t o succeed in t he music indust r y and st il l is t oday, w or king har der t han ever . Ace Ducat i st at ed in Januar y t hat " 2017 w as his year " and w hen he met his manager Simone of Pur pl e Diamond Pr omot ions and songw r it ing duo Jasmine and Nikki of Mel ody and Lyr ics at a social event in August , he w as posit ive it w as his year . He pr esent ed his t al ent s t o t he business/l abel and t hey w er e impr essed enough t o w el come him back on numer ous occasions t o assist w it h per f ect ing his br and and j umpst ar t ing his music car eer . Wit h " Say Goodbye Bal l ad" and hos r ecet pr oj ect s " The Comeup 1.5 and 2.0 being his most r ecent mast er piece; it is expect ed t o be " The One" t hat w il l never make you w anna say goodbye t o Ace Ducat i. For bookings cont act Simone at dow nw it pdp@gmail .com

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Meet French rapper, model, songwriter, & battle rhymer from Australia, D.O.V.E., a multilayered threat that delivers real and raw lyrics with a nimble delivery and seductive style. She exudes inner-strength and her charming personality outweighs any urban stereotypes that may be put upon her. That powerful combination positions this emcee to challenge the heavyweights in the industry.

https://doveofficial.com.au/

Eas y St r eet Mus ic Gr oup Easy Street Music Group Founded by CEO Phil Johnson on the Westside of Chicago. Now located in Las Vegas they have a talented roster of artist with 20 mixtapes to our credit. Artist: Ralph Tamosko, Deso, Jai Kari James White, Miles Higher Website esmg4life.com IG easystreetmusic

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B r o o k l y n 's R o z e t t a Ma r ie Rozetta Marie was born and raised in a mixed cultured, Panamanian/American home in Brooklyn NY. It is here that she became a woman destined for the spotlight. Singer/Songwriter Rozetta Marie, is a natural on stage, or according to Music Connection magazine "She's a born performer ". Rozetta Marie exudes confidence and has proven to be a much-needed addition to the music industry. Her list of credits stem from serving as a professionally trained singer/songwriter, event host & MC, voice-over professional, model, actress, and dancer. Her first EP, entitled ?Split Decisions?, was an appetizer to her larger goal of releasing a full album. Now RM continues to keep her audience entertained with her second project and first ever album release entitled ?Geminii Life". Much like her multiple Gemini personalities, her sound speaks to a generation of listeners that embrace R&B Soul, Hip Hop, and Pop. If Rozetta Marie had to pick a favorite style and genre of music, it would be R&B/Soul. Her sultry voice is inspired by Toni Braxton, Mary J Blige, Anita Baker, Rihanna, K. Michelle, and Jasmine Sullivan. Her lyrics are clever and expressive and depict an artist who is ready to shine. Highlights of her career include, working with Dr. Dre (from Yo! MTV Raps) on various platforms, and opening up for artists such as Uncle Murda, China Mac, Dipset artist Vado, Chris Rivers (Big Pun's son), and gospel artist Vicki Winans. She has also had several of her songs added to syndicated radio platforms, and continues to travel all over the country performing at various showcases and festivals such as SXSW and Launch Music Fest, and featuring on tour with other artists. Her most noted single ?Geminii Juice? debut in September as is considered her breakout hit of the year. Look for Rozetta Marie to take the industry by storm in 2020 and beyond. You can find more information on tour dates, performances, visuals and other media information on her website rozettamarieent.net and @rozettamariesings on IG.

Follow m e ever yw h er e! Website: www.RozettaMarie.net Instagram @RozettaMarieSings Twitter @RozettaMarieEnt www.Facebook.com/rozettamarieent

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T h e In t e r v ie w w / R o z e t t a Ma r ie

Underground/Indie music is better than Mainstream music?

Rozet t a: I don?t judge music according to whether it?s underground or mainstream. So, I Ver b' z Up: Who are you & where are you from? really can?t answer that question. I love music. Rozet t a: Rozetta Marie (artist name) from Brooklyn Period. I look for lyrical content, production NY quality, mood, and overall artist vocal performance and connection with the song. Ver b' z Up: What do you do & for how long? There is a lot of great music out there both indie Rozet t a: Singer, songwriter for over 15 years on and and mainstream. People like to act like off, but consistent the past 5-7 years. underground music is so different and raw. That V er b' z Up: What does the Underground Industry was back in the day. Today, a lot of these mean to you? ?underground? artists are trying to keep up with and sound like mainstream. Lol. So, there isn?t Rozet t a: Unsigned talent. Independent. Not much difference in the sound. mainstream. Ver b' z Up: There?s plenty of other things in this world Ver b' z Up: Where do you see yourself in 10 years? to do? What?s your alternatives? Rozet t a: Music goes a long way. Besides performing Rozet t a: In 10 years I see myself being well on stage and releasing music for sale and streaming, travelled because of my music accomplishments I?m also striving to get my music placed on tv, films, and running my own business of some sort in the music industry, still putting out my own commercials, and anywhere else they need music. background music. I also LOVE to write, and am looking to write for other artists, whether Ver b' z Up: Everyone is different? What do you mainstream or independent. Modeling and acting are think it means to be successful? something else I used to do; and did well. Getting Rozet t a: I believe success means surpassing more involved with that if music doesn?t bring home the goals you set for yourself. Everyone?s goals the bacon, is also an option. In addition, I recently, in are different. So success comes at many the past few years, found a passion for radio hosting different levels. But, overall, if you set out to and public speaking. Finally, I recently started doing make $2000 from sales of a single and make voice-overs, working on an audio book currently. So, $2500, then you were successful. overall, I have several outlets that I can tap into if music doesn?t work out. But, for now, that?s my focus. Ver b' z Up: If you could spread one message to every single person in the WORLD, What would Ver b' z Up: Who/What was your inspiration(s)? it be? Rozet t a: I?m inspired first by my dad, who was a jazz Rozet t a: ?Neglect not the gift that is in thee? ? I musician when I was growing up. I watched him on got that from the Bible, (I Timothy 4:14). We all stage do his thing with great names in that genre, have something to contribute to the world and and always daydreamed of being on stage with him. impart in others. Figure out what it is and Other people in the industry that inspired me are nurture it. Toni Braxton, Mary JBlige, Missy Elliott, and Remy Ma to name a few. Ver b' z Up: In your honest opinion, Do you think that

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Making my own path Motamouth Jones

BORN JUNE 26 IN LITTLE ROCK ARKANSAS AND MOVED TO TACOMA WASHINGTON AT THE AGE OF 2, STAYED THERE FOR A WHILE THEN MOVED BACK DOWN SOUTH TO HINESVILLE GEORGIA AND RETURNED BACK TO WASHINGTON AT THE AGE OF 11. MOTAMOUTH JONES HAS BEEN RAPPING SINCE THE AGE OF 6 JUST MESSING AROUND AT FIRST WITH HIS OLDER BROTHERS BUT HE STARTED GETTING MORE INTO IT WITH HIS COUSIN'S (MARCIZ SIKKSTYLZ & TRACE DA FACE) AFTER HE SEEN KRISS KROSS JUMP VIDEO. HE LIKED HIP HOP EVEN THE MORE BECAUSE HIS NAME IS CHRIS AND THEY WERE ALSO YOUNG SO THAT GRABBED HIS ATTENTION. HIS OLDER COUSIN, VIZUALANTE HUSANE WOULD, HAVE A HUGE INFLUENCE IN HIS EARLY YEARS TEACHING HIM TO RECORD GOING BY THE NAME LIL K.P.. HUSANE ENCOURAGED HIM TO DROP THE LIL AND JUST GO BY K.P. AND IT WORKED. AS HE GOT OLDER HE GOT IN A RAP GROUP CALLED (LIL TYME MAFIA) THEN SWITCHING HIS NAME TO SICCNESS HE WAS ABOUT 14 OR 15 AT THIS TIME. LATER ON MEMBERS OF (LIL TYME MAFIA) FORMED A GROUP CALLED (SO SIKK). THEY WERE A FORCE TO BE RECON WITH ARE LYRICAL ABILITY WITH WITH WITTY PUNCH LINE/TONGUE FLIPPING RAPS/ENERGETIC PERFORMANCES AND THAT FACT THAT EVERY GUY WANTED TO BE FROM SO SIKK. NOW BUILDING A EMPIRE SO SIKK HAD ALOT OF POTENTIAL AND IF SOCIAL MEDIA WAS AROUND DURING THESE YEARS THEY WOULD HAVE MADE IT SOME WHERE AS TIME WENT BY ,PEOPLE BEING PEOPLE, NO BAD BLOOD SPILLED THEY

HAD THERE DIFFERENCES AND THAT PART OF THE JOURNEY WAS OVER. LATER ON HE WENT OFF TO FIND HIMSELF AS AN ARTIST AND JOINED A FEW CAMPS WHICH LANDED HIM WITH (ICON RECORDS) ON THIS LABEL. HE STARTED BUILDING HIS BUZZ AS (MOTAMOUTH JONES). HE THEN DUMBED HIS LYRICS DOWN AND MADE MORE RADIO STYLE MUSIC. SOME WOULD LOOK AT IT AS A BAD THING BUT IN HIS POINT OF VIEW IT WAS GOOD BECAUSE ALOT OF MY MUSIC BEFORE WAS VERY VIOLENT AND RAUNCHY SO WITH THIS HE LEARNED HOW TO DO MORE PARENT APPROVAL MUSIC. NOW MOTAMOUTH JONES IS ON HIS WAY TO THE TOP TAKING THE SKILLS HE LEARNED AND COMBINING THEM TO MAKE A SOUND NOT REALLY HEARD COMING OUT OF THE PNW (PACIFIC NORTHWEST). HE LEARNED FROM ALL THE WRONG WAYS HOW NOT TO DO IT SO NOW IT HAS TO BE DONE RIGHT WITH THE MOVES HE'S MAKING. HE HAS STARTED A MOVEMENT THAT WAS BORN IN WASHINGTON AND NOW PEOPLE AROUND THE WORLD ARE STARTING TO BE INTERESTED AND INVOLVED EVEN STARTED A CHAPTER IN CLEVELAND, OHIO & THE MOVEMENT IS CALLED K.O.E, KLOWNS OVER EVERYTHING, WHICH JONES AND VARIOUS ARTIST AND KULT FOLLOWING PAINT HALF THERE FACE BECAUSE THIS IS HOW THEY SEE THERE SELVES AS KLOWNS AND THE OTHER HALF AS THE WORLD SEEING THEM AS NORMAL PEOPLE. THEY DO THIS IN THE STYLE OF PLAYING CARDS FOR A METAPHOR OF THESE ARE THE CARDS THAT LIFE HAS DEALT US WITH JONES BEING THE RING LEADER, HE IS

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Motamouth Jones

KNOWN AS THE ACE OF SPADEZ. ? KLOWNS? OVER? EVERYTHING? . #563 AFTER ALL THE YEARS IN THE GAME MOTAMOUTH JONES HAS ROCKED STAGES ACROSS THE NATION ALONG SIDE ACTS LIKE ICE CUBE, SNOOP DOGG, TWISTA, E-40, PAUL WALL, CHAMILLIONAIRE, REDMAN, METHODMAN, YING YANG TWINS, MISTA FAB, BABY BASH, FREEWAY, 2 LIVE CREW, CROOKED I, TECH N9NE, HOPSIN, AFRO MAN, THE PACK, BROTHA LYNCH HUNG, SWOLLEN MEMBERS, KRIZZ KALIKO, B REAL, DO OR DIE, PROZAK, THE GAME, MUSHROOMHEAD, LAYZIE BONE, & MORE! TODAY MOTAMOUTH JONES HAS MOVED ON IS NOW A NEW RESIDENT OF THE STATE OF NEVADA RESIDING IN LAS VEGAS WITH CEO/LABEL MATE NENA KAPONE OF SUMTIN DIFFERENT ENT AND IS GEARING UP TO PRESENT THERE TALENTS IN THERE NEWEST JOURNEY IN THERE NEW KHAPTER AS THEY WOULD PUT IT.

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Okl ahoma's Ver y Own: John Doe

I'm a ar t ist out of Okl ahoma Cit y t hat go by t he name John "Doe" Thomas. I've Been doin music f or over 10 year s now. The best way t o expl ain my st yl e of music is t hat it 's soul f ul , r el at abl e , and it s st r aight t o t he point . You have so many dif f er ent t ypes of music t oday t hat some of t he st uf f t hat you hear t oday seem t o be ir r el evant t o what 's r eal l y goin on in our communit y. I'm not going t o say al l my music is j ust posit ive ,but I assur e you t hat ever yone woul d wil l be abl e t o r el at e. The l ast 10 year s I've dr opped 7 pr oj ect " I'm St il l Her e" ," Deep Thought " , " Mil l enium Test ament " ," Take Me As I Am" , "Br eaking Point ", "Keep It Real " and "Moment Of Cl ar it y" which al l t hese pr oj ect s went on t o sel l t housands of copies l ocal l y and nat ional l y under t he Gr ind Har d Recor ds ,LLC. Ther e's been a host if ar t ist s under Gr ind Har d Recor ds over t he year s such as(ConeyBoy ,Luchino, Mar c Mur phy, Ekco, Tel l yBan, Ckai Dawson, Fiddl e B. Foozy and so many mor e) who have eit her st ar t ed t her e own l abel s or moved up t o bigger and bet t er endeavor s. I've Had t he pl easur e in pr oducing f or a host of ar t ist s t hr ough out t he count r y and singing hooks f or most of t hem has br ought me success in cr eat ing audio and visual commer cial s f or companies in t he gr eat st at e of Okl ahoma. I've been f eat ur ed in a movie cal l ed "Red Okct ober " which I pr oduced t he soundt r ack and had a st ar ing r ol e in as a pr oducer and big br ot her t o a t r oubl e young man f ight ing t he bat t l es of l if e. I've Al so co- wr ot e pl ays and pl ayed l eading r ol es in t hose pl ays which had sol d out shows. I never t hought in a mil l ion year s I'l l be in t he posit ion wher e I am now. I got t a give God his j ust pr aise f or t he gr eat t hings t hat he's done in my l if e... Cr eat ing oppor t unit ies f or ot her s l ike me l ooking f or a way out . I'l l l ike t o shout out Okl ahoma and al l t he sur r ounding st at es t hat 's suppor t ed me over t he year s. To my wif e Kr ishaun Thomas f or l ove, l oyal t y and r espect f or me and my cr af t , t o my wonder f ul kids and f amil y... Thank you.... #4eva_Gr ind_Har d

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AlonnaDevile: SluggiN'

Alonna DeVille, was born ?May 28th?, at Engalls Hospital in Harvy IL. Raised in Markham, IL and various suburban cities surrounding Chicago. Her talents were recognized and developed at a young age. From the age of 4 she was in the church choir and eventually a soloists. She began recoding with an independent label as a group by the name of Rich Territory. Alonna then branched out to become a solo artist performing at local night clubs and gained her own clout. Alonna has won competitions, performed at numerous local night clubs And hosted local events. She was captured in several blogs and magazines about her hard work. From non for profit show at Job Corp with Young Creative Minds by Danette King to Marching along side Erica Kane protesting racial profiling in Chicago. She was then nominated for the people's choice award for the Midwest Urban Music Awards. Also received recognition for best music video "Lil Mama Bad" for the 2014 CMVA (Chicago Music Video Awards). Alonna has signed to Beastly Music Group she has also co starred in the stage play IF YOU LOVE ME will soon taking on movie roles and her future looks bright she recently dropped a mixtape with French company Cashback ?Mafia.Com? called On Your Knees,Im The Queen...it has done over 80,000 plays and downloads,Wanted the mixtape has been released and has dubbed her the nickname ?the lyrical assassin? and ?underground?s most wanted?... her single "SluggN" has taken the underground by storm with a video on Vevo and has grown into a budding clothing line. Stay up to date with her Website ?Alonnadeville.com? https://www.facebook.com/alonna.devilleii https://twitter.com/AlonnaDeVille https://www.instagram.com/alonnadeville/ https://www.youtube.com/alonnadeville www.alonnadeville.com

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Visions of being a st ar : Car olyne Scot t

Carolyne Bianca Louise Scott was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin USA. Moving to Las Vegas Nevada in 2012 she pursued her dreams as an entertainer joining a non-profit Broadway organization "Broadway in the Hood" for 3 years learning to act and dance. Gaining modest recognition for solo music projects she toured the USA (2017). Eventually being recognized for an amazing stage presence and vocal ability she held a residency in Kyoto Japan(2018) and is recognized as an accredited songwriter and an American actress known for "No-Knock" (2015) and "For A Fee" (2017).

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Har d Wor k Pays Of f : Eddi e Fus e

Arnold Timmons (Eddie Fuse) was born and raised in Detroit Michigan mother Angela Johnson & father James Johnson three siblings Aaron, James, and Jalen. Eddie started out at a young age with his musical talents he sang for years in church as he grew older. Eddie found passion for football which he excelled in through high school and college after completing and attaining his first degree eddie decided to give school a break for the moment and concentrate on his musical talents Eddie moved to Las Vegas, Nevada in 2012 searching for a musical break through in the entertainment capital of the world. Eddie fuse that's when I met Full circle core music group representative Myles Martin who signed me for 2 to 4 years, it was a great experience. I learned a lot from them longevity, perseverance, and how to stay hot and timeless after my departure from there company in 2015 Eddie built his own MULTI MEDIA COMPANY EDDIE FUSE CORP : A company that offers a platform to every independent artist in America video, audio, visual, shows, and clothing in one package. I'm very proud to say that my company has taken part in graduating artists into the industry on a major level I have proven fact that our program works and is very successful it is a 6 to 8 month program that we offer Artist to help develop their image and visuals to be accepted on the level that they should be looked at. Eddie Fuse Is part owner of BAD BOYZ IN SIN CITY RADIO STATION. My partners are Doe Balla, Charlie Vas, Norma kassees, & DJAMAZ, we offer radio seven days a week to local artists that are looking for exposure and revenue. Eddie Fuses music speaks for itself alone. He has been rated number one on Hot New Hip-Hop two years in a row, he has won consecutive awards for his lyricism ,

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Eddi e Fus e

versatile style, and delivery. Eddie Fuse received the Ambassador of Peace Award from the city of Las Vegas in 2018 for his courageous efforts in the community involving his TEAM FUSE Program, musical talents, as well as giving food to the less fortunate and picking families to give Christmas cheer to every year by donating dinner clothing and toys for the children. Eddie Fuse is a positive role model in our community with the youth his constant interaction is contagious. He spreads love everywhere he goes this young man has a bright future ahead of him stay blessed readers. Eddie Fuse is currently releasing music and expanding his brand with his latest music release LAS DEGAS VOL.1 of 3, you can support Eddies vision and his dream by downloading or streaming his latest project on all digital platforms. So keep your eyes on Eddie Fuse because he?s working very hard to put Las Vegas on the map!

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Just Inked Model Jenia Denise

Hiya, I?m Jenia Denise, 34, a mama of 3 crazy humans, and have an amazing bf that is one of the best humans i?ve ever met. I am a Brand Ambassador/Model with Just Inked as well as an in-home care provider for the best old bitty ever! I have done modeling on and off since I was 11 years old, did a mixture of living with each parent on and off growing up. So I have lived in quit a few areas over my years, my homes are Michigan, Missouri, & Texas! Those are the states that I have lived the most in and still have family in but living in the Kansas City, MO area right now. Life wasn?t always easy and hell it still isn?t but it has definitely been one hell of a ride and despite the hard time I thank my parents every day for what they could give me growing up. I use to always say i was just a daddy?s girl but as I have grown into an adult i?ve come to see that I am also very much a mama?s girl too. You normally might catching me hanging out with my favorite humans, shooting pool, playing softball, or painting something. My new thing that my old bitty has gotten me into is Gin (cards not drink haha) and doing puzzles. I honestly never thought I would get the opportunity to ride this road again. I was Miss Northern Michigan at 16 & Miss Northwest Michigan at 17, then signed with an agency outta Florida right after. The opportunity was let go because I found out I was going to be a mama. After that my focus was on her but I did do modeling here and there because my heart was still set on living my dream. I love the adrenaline I get when i?m in front of the camera and I know at this point that I am not your typical looking model that people expect to see and believe me it has been pointed out time and time again because I am thicker then your average girl, but thanks to my amazing mama Bear Chasity McMillan, I was given a chance again this year and have not stopped pushing! I don?t plan to stop either, i?m just getting started! My sponsors are Just Inked, Next Generation Tattoo & Body Piercing (Springfield, MO) & Last Minute Irrigation (Independence, MO)

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Dr u T z u - Ne w Fl ex ic o

Dru Tzu is an artist residing in the state of New Mexico aka New Flexico. Born in Texas he moved to New Mexico young. As a child he spent much of his time back and forth being heavily influenced by both cultures. Emerging from a rough background and childhood his ambition and hustle seemed to come naturally. Following the influences and circumstances he faced was lead to the streets where he learned the art of survival. Growing from the trials his young mind absorbed knowledge rapidly which allowed for a constant grow. The stories told in his music are of not only of pain and struggle but of triumphant. Westcoast type vibes and sound are apparent when you hear his flow and musical style. Standing for a different approach to the music game Dru Tzu is the embodiment of taking whats given and utilizing it like its what you asked for. A gritty flow and raspy voice definitely get any point across he wants on any given topic. Loving music since an early age it was always a dream to pursue a career. Giving credit to the rock influences from his mother he has a wild aggressive personality but is known for his good heart and humble demeanor. A true entrepreneur at heart he has fully embraced the music business studying both the art and financial sides. Apply his knowledge and hustle he has grown a brand and audience. Doing almost everything himself from writing the music, recording the songs, making the merchandise, and funding everything has proved he is the real deal. He is head of the Cave City Conquest (#C3) movement started in his home

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town which has brought together artists new and old. Pushing positive moves and unity the C3 movement has grow far beyond local. Lin kedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/willie-najar-a35267186 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Dru-Tzu-235195937112978/ IG In st agr am @dru_tzu_ Sn apch at True_drew100 You Tu be https://www.youtube.com/channel/ UCy7M1Vv0KUFDJgmfQLL2UMg

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The Power of Posit ivism By Joe Dert

In 2019 we're seeing a large number of people switching their vibrations from negative thinking to being more positive in all aspects of life. It doesn't seem to be a limit on ways you can change your life for the better. The easiest way to start is by simply thinking positive thoughts but achieving a fully positive overall outcome you must consider exercising and healthy eating as well. But regardless of the stereotype thinking positive and manifesting great outcomes isn't exactly easy for everyone. Just like anything you want to be good at it takes practice. You have to constantly battle the uncertainty of everyday life and personal insecurities or fears. The good news is there are manifestation books and apps that can help you along your journey to a more abundant and positive life. My personal favorite book to read is "The Secret' by Rhonda Byrne, which she also created a movie with great visuals to help you better understand her techniques and those of the featured contributes of her award winning publication. What I like the most about the book is that each person featured teaches you a different technique to becoming a manifestation master and provides a great example of how to use those techniques and actual success stories. Depending on what type of phone you have, certain apps won't be available to you but its not hard to find the right app for you. My personal favorite is the "Law Of Attraction" app by vivianzhu. It includes Law of Attraction theories, shareable picture quotes, video's, hypnosis audio, manifestaion stories, books, audio books, reminder affirmation, affirmations, and a vision board. I faithfully use this app everyday and would suggest everyone to check it out. With as much mayhem and confusion that seems to be going on these days it's a good thing that so many people are choosing to make their life a positive one. Granted that negativity is powerful, but positivism is even more powerful once you've mastered how to manifest great things. If your having trouble finding out how to harness your inner positive self try to find a person willing help you along your journey like a positive family member, a community leader, life coach, or motivational speaker. Remember that being POSITIVE has great POWER! Banish negativity from your life TODAY!!!

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In t h e Ba h a m a s...Liv e & Dir ect TV w/ Deez y t h e In cr ed ibl e

Live & Direct TV is an entertainment based television show that is shot and aired in Nassau Bahamas. The show is Hosted and produced by Donzel Deveaux aka "Deezy the Incredible". Deezy stared his career in media and entertainment in 2002 when he co-founded Caribbean Flava TV and got his first chance at hosting and producing for television. Caribbean Flava TV aired locally in the Bahamas for six years. After Caribbean Flava TV went off air Deezy explored the area of music and recording arts which was also a love of his. He founded One Alliance Records and Hitsquad movement which included other artists such as Devron, Redd Chinn, Eleuthera Boy and T-Fly. Under the umbrella of One Alliance Records Deezy recorded, wrote and co wrote songs for the "Irep M.A.E" and "Let the Music Play" projects.

the industries biggest names like Cool n Dre, Stef Lecor, Troyton Rami, Guordan Banks and others. Bpth of these radio shows aired on Hot 91.7 fm in Nassau Bahamas.

His love for media reeled him back in and in 2013 he produced and hosted a late night radio show called "The Late Night Cafe" featuring music from the R&B/Slow Jam genre. Deezy also produced and co hosted "The Urban Invasion" with radio personality Triz,which featured the hottest urban music and interviews with some of

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In 2018 Deezy returned to television by producing his latest television show Live & Direct TV. Live & Direct features the Who's Who in Art, Culture, Music, Entertainment and more. Live & Direct has to date featured some of the hottest artists, dj's and poets in the Bahamas. In early 2019 Live & Direct travelled to Orlando Florida and was able to shoot its first international episodes. Live & Direct is now approaching its 4th season and airs locally in the Bahamas and across social media platform Youtube. You can watch Live & Direct TV at the link below:

To book an interview or have Live & Direct TV at your event: Tel# 1 (242) 558 -7913 Email: phalmarbahamas@gmail.com

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When it comes to true development Th aWza has been patently sharpening his sword to do battle in the world of entertainment. Hailing from Texas an raised in Butler Housing Projects in fort worth Texas. ThaWza has made his way to a better beginning as searches for loyal keys to the light house team. Check out I AM THA WZA on #SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/wza-d-castillo https://www.facebook.com/wayne123428 Instagram : the_light_house_firm Check Out THA WZA _ GOLD WING KINGS INC on ReverbNation! http://www.reverbnation.com/open_graph/artist/6057353 YouTube:///iamthawza@gmail.com//THAWZA (booking iamthawza@gmail.com (254)-462-3703

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I celand's Julia Arna Returns!

At only 30 yrs old, Julia has performed in front of 40,000 in Iceland. She goes into the studio to record and rehearse at least 8 hours a session. You can tell this in the end project as it reflects the velvet undertones of someone much older. Raising the social media bar from Iceland to the U.S. to South Korea, she has made it worldwide. With comments like " This is another voice the world needs to hear." by Grammy voting member and producer Raymond Barton. His forte is R and B love songs, he has written for Toni Braxton. Another powerful velvet undertone singer. 'Along for the ride is Durrell Peart, talent management master who is currently buttoning up a distribution streaming deal in the 300 billion dollar South Korean market for Julia. All the way to Joe Dert who has always believed in Julia's talent. See her potential and her success is his too, Much respect between the two. All these connections were made via social media and with people that see the talent and believe in the artist. One of Julia's favorite comments is from the late Bruce Replogle, who stated she'll go far. He should know talent as he was John Lennon's publicist on the album Double Fantasy. Again another connect made by social media. Julia's story is a true testament to the power of social media not just fans collected but power players connected. She is currently in the studio and we are terribly excited to hear what's next. One this is certain, this star is on the rise in the underground and beyond.

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Gr ammy- Nominat ed Composer / Pr oducer Rick Hale

The foothills of Albuquerque, NM provide the perfect backdrop for Latin Grammy-nominated composer/producer Rick Hale to craft music in a variety of genres mixed with ambient atmospheres. Hale?s passion for music was nurtured at a very young age as he was enrolled in piano lessons at the age of five. He devoted his teens to the art of piano performance and electronic composition and music production, techniques he practiced under the tutelage of composer Michael Mauldin. Since then, he has peppered his resume with a variety of accomplishments that label him as a true and distinct music aficionado. Rick Hale was nominated for a Latin Grammy in 2001 for producing the album "Cumbegue" by Micky Cruz. Additionally, he produced and recorded with (late) Jimmy Shendo on "Walking The Life Road," and ?The Town Crier ? which the first received "The Native American Music Award" for "Best Rock Recording" in 2009 as well as the second, NAMMY awards in 2009. Additionally, Rick has received multiple New Mexico Music Awards for various projects in 2009, 2013 and 2015. Rick regularly works with drummer and producer Garry King (Joe Lynn Turner, Jeff Beck, and others), guitarists Gary Cook (Sting and Joni Mitchell), and has worked with recording artist Danny Wilding (Brand X), and Filipina recording artist Jam Morales, as well as others.

Rick owns and operates a recording studio, where composes music for advertising clients including Kroger and their affiliated brands, as well as several music libraries such as AudioSparx. He draws inspiration from bands such as Genesis, Peter Gabriel, U2, Gary Newman, Yes, The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Coldplay as well as many ambient and chill artists. Additionally, Rick enjoys studies of classical composers such as Bach, Beethoven, Chopin,

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Rick Hale Debussy, and Brahms. In 2005, he released a self-titled debut album with Garry King and the help of some of the aforementioned artists. The album holds no allegiance to any one genre as the songs effortlessly bounce from Rock to Pop to Dance and more. In 2009, Rick digitally released his second album titled "Little Bit", in 2016 ?Hard To Say?, both alt. pop/rock releases, and in 2019 "Ambiance", and ambient release. Currently, Rick is working on several new original projects of different genres, including smooth jazz, progressive rock, and alt pop/rock music. He currently releases music in a large digital music library called Audiosparx, www.audiosparx.com/rickhale where many of Rick?s tracks are available to license, and are played for ?in-store radio services? through Radiosparx.

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WATCH t he new ser ies Br aden on Amazon TODAY! Br aden has moved away from his family in Compton.

Now out on his own with two new roommates, Braden is living his best life working as a male dancer and sleeping with any and every girl he comes in contact with. Which sometimes isn't always the best idea! Braden is a spinoff from the hit show "Christian Brothers" Dir ect or Shadow Dragu-Mihai, Levi Otis St ar r in g Nelson J. Davis, Malik Anthony, Warren Marks Avaliable on Amazon Prime / On DVD now! purchase via PayPal https://www.paypal.me/LeviNLAfilms

Ve nime ux Re cor ds Ce o Bo ss Ve no m Born in the South Side of HOUSTON, TX.

been featured in Multiple Singles,

Major Boss Venom also known as

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Marquissha Haynes made her way into the

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Rap Game in 2010. When she Signed to

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Twiztyd Genius ENTERTAINMENT owned by

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Ross Boi Blaze, bka Glenn Ross of Houston

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Boss knew that this Rap Game would be

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her Calling. She was later incarcerated in

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2013. Establishing her own Production

Boss Venom to the Game with open arms.

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W hat 's T he V erb? U rban B usiness In t h e last f ew year s w e've seen a gr eat boom in t h e Ur ban Econ om y despit e w h at w e h ear in t h e n ew s an d on t h e in t er n et . Ever yday som eon e som ew h er e decides t o t ak e t h eir r espect ive t alen t s an d m ak es m on ey of f t h em . Fr om r evam pin g sh oes t o r u n n in g f ood an d beau t y sh ops r igh t f r om t h eir ow n h om es. Bu t r egar dless of h ow w ell w e " t h in k " w e'r e doin g w e st ill f ace on e m ajor pr oblem an d t h at seem s t o be t h e lon gevit y of sm all u r ban bu sin esses. Un f or t u n at ely on e t h in g m an y people in t h e u r ban com m u n it y doesn't u n der st an d bef or e t h ey st ar t a bu sin ess is t h at it t ak es pr oper br an din g, m ar k et in g, & pr om ot in g alon g w it h con sist en cy, u n der st an din g, an d an ext r em ely lar ge am ou n t of pat ien ce t o r u n a su ccessf u l bu sin ess of an y k in d. Fir st you h ave t o cr eat e a br an d t h at ever yon e w ill be able t o r ecogn ize. Secon dly w it h ou t t h e pr oper m ar k et in g an d pr om ot in g you r bu sin ess w ill basically go u n h ear d an d u n seen becau se you r au dien ce isn't as w ide as you t h in k it is. Th in k abou t t h at f or a secon d... If you r on ly r each ar e you r f r ien ds on social m edia an d t h e people in you r cit y or t ow n t h en of cou r se t h er e w ill be a t im e w h er e t h in gs seem t o be slow an d you r n ot m ak in g an y m on ey f or cin g you t o u lt im at ely sh u t dow n you r bu sin ess. M ost sm all bu sin esses f ail w it h in t h eir f ir st 18 m on t h s an d even less don't m ak e it past 10 year s. We'll t alk m or e abou t dif f er en t br an din g, m ar k et in g, & pr om ot in g t act ics in t h e n ext issu e bu t bef or e I go I w ou ld lik e t o addr ess an ot h er issu e w e f ace in t h e Ur ban Bu sin ess Com m u n it y an d t h at is t h e su ppor t or lack t h eir of w it h in . Now u n less you act u ally r u n you r ow n sm all bu sin ess you pr obably w on't u n der st an d w h at I m ean t by t h e lack of su ppor t w it h in ou r ow n com m u n it y, bu t w h at I m ean is t h e lack of f in an cial an d m or al su ppor t . Gr an t ed you m ay n ot r u n you r ow n sm all bu sin ess bu t you pr obably k n ow som eon e close t o you w h o does an d if you do please ask you r self " Do I do t h e best I can t o h elp ______ bu sin ess gr ow w it h m or al su ppor t an d spr ead t h e w or d abou t t h eir bu sin ess?" If you r an sw er is an yt h in g ot h er t h an yes t h en t h er e lies apar t of t h e pr oblem , especially if you ow n a sm all bu sin ess of you r ow n . Now m an y people doesn't pr om ot e or m en t ion som eon e else's bu sin ess u n less t h eir get t in g com pen sat ed f or t h eir t im e w h ich is u n der st an dable. Bu t a social m edia sh ar e or m en t ion in g t h at per son an d t h eir bu sin ess w h en som eon e is t alk in g t o you abou t w h at t h ey do can go a lon g w ay. Wh at 's so w r on g abou t spr eadin g t h e w or d abou t som eon e else's bu sin ess an d n ot be on t h eir payr oll? I t h in k t h e pr oblem is people w ill pay m on ey t o pu r ch ase n am e br an d it em s an d pr om ot e t h ose n am e br an d it em s as if t h ey m ade it t h em selves in st ead of diver gin g t h at sam e en er gy an d f in an cial su ppor t in t o t h eir ow n com m u n it y.

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The Int er view w/ Aust r al ia's Mugsy Ver b' z Up: Wh o ar e you & w h er e ar e you f r om ?

M u gsy : Ayye everybody my name is "Reyne Brady" (Pronounced Rain..You can thank my parents haha) AKA "Mugzy" (5 Elements Hip Hop Kido) From "Sydney Australia" (The Land Down Under) Home of the "Heath Ledger 's, Hugh Jackman's, Crocodile Dundee's" and ofc the Hip Hop Kido's "Mugzy" .

Ver b' z Up: Wh at do you do & f or h ow lon g? M u gsy : I became interested in hip-hop music and the culture of hip-hop when i was 14 so 2005 my early years in High School. Around that time i guess you could say i was a bit of a loner which caused me to get punk'd/bullied alot also my grades were failing an i had no avenue where i would be in life when i finished school so instead i bought myself an IPod an started listening to artists such as Eminem, 50 Cent, Tupac Eminem was the one i could related to the most (Even to this day) I know It sounds clichĂŠ because im a typical whiteboi myself but just the Aggression/Anger in his wordplay/lyric It kinda gave me a voice to say I Dont give a f* * * a platform to fight back an take no sh* * in this world. Starting Off i would drop down small rhymes in my workbook but i knew if i wanted to progress i would have to write full lyric songs Also i knew if i wanted to be known or respected by the general hip hop community who loves it as much as i do then i would have to do my homework take a trip back in time where it all started in the 70s of South Bronx and learn bit by bit

What inspires me about the culture of hip hop is that it's the ONLY music form that you can express yourself in any way/shape/form possible You pick any other music genre Rock, Pop, Rnb etc etc Trust me they dont have the same effect that hip hop brings thats why i love it. I've been in the game for 14 years done 2 Albums (working on a 3rd atm), Radio Play/Magazine Articles WORLDWIDE, Fan base WORLDWIDE, Featured in Multiple Independent Films/TV Commercials. The List goes ON an ON an i havnt stopped yet Hip-Hop changed my life completely i'll rep it till the day i die i love it to much.....Saved my life.

Ver b' z Up: Wh at does t h e Un der gr ou n d In du st r y m ean t o you ?

M u gsy : The "Underground" is what has always driven the heart/soul through-out the culture of hip-hop...5 Elements (MCing, Djing, B-Boying, Graffiti) and the GOLDEN-RULE (Knowledge). I truly believe if more artists who decide to come into the (House of Hip Hop) should educate themselves before stepping in and learn where it came from, give respect/acknowledgement towards it. That's how we will keep it alive to what it once was

Ver b' z Up: Th er e?s plen t y of ot h er t h in gs in t h is w or ld t o do? Wh at ?s you r alt er n at ives?

M u gsy : Call me crazy ....."I dont have one" Ver b' z Up: Wh o/ Wh at w as you r in spir at ion (s)? M u gsy : Hip Hop Artists who are my inspirations from (Day 1) and STILL to this day i listen too are 50 Cent, Rakim, Tupac, Eminem, NaS, DMX

Ver b' z Up: In you r h on est opin ion , Do you t h in k t h at Un der gr ou n d/ In die m u sic is bet t er t h an M ain st r eam m u sic?

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The Int er view w/ Mugsy M u gsy : Speaking on today's hip hop? "110% Absolutely" do you hear the garbage they keep promoting? I believe "the underground" has always kept it 100% to the core of what true hip hop represents (Substance, Self Expression, Message, Idealist, Change). There is so much TALENT spread across the globe within the underground who are still keeping that TRUE Hip Hop Aspect/Flavour Alive its just ashame majority turn their heads to this NEW-era of (Trap, Drill, Mumble). Yes hip hop is a younglings game hey i was 14 when i first dove into the sound/culture of hip hop. But from the way its heading/acting now and the level of disrespect these younglings have for the grates who paved the way before them is disgusting and they done realize the mass-effect it can have when it comes as a "Cultural Standpoint". I believe social media is 50/50 on doing this damage to the culture (One) Yes i believe its a great tool to branch out your business/product/ideas without the manual handling like we use to do (Sell hard copies) but on the flipside alot of these great ideas never come to light because the dumb-down mass-produce stupidity is whats HOT now. Its a "Hot or Not" way of thinking these younglings have, compared to how we use to buy our music now its "Whose hot?" and if that HOT artist has a wack album or record the month/year later these kids tend to move onto the next With us we invested our time/dedication into the "Artists" not because one min their single is hot...the next it flops. I believe that level of thinking is the reason we have these corny artists you cant tell me "Lil Nas X - Old Town Road" is BETTER than anything "Quincy Jones/Michael Jackson" done "Billie Jean - Thriller " (the catalogue goes on) just because the kid is No:1 Billboard ...."If you believe that you are

moron period" Ver b' z Up: Wh er e do you see you r self in 10 year s? M u gsy : Haha its always a hard question to answer as i cant predict the future I suppose hopefully more closer to the dream ;) isnt that every artists goal when they first pick up the pad & pen and write their first song to make a living off it someday. Ver b' z Up:Ever yon e is dif f er en t ? Wh at do you t h in k it m ean s t o be su ccessf u l? M u gsy : I believe success is what you set out to be in life and achieve that. Learn, Embrace the Foundation...Acknowledge the ones who came before..Pave your own path appreciating the Culture, Elements

Ver b' z Up: If you cou ld spr ead on e m essage t o ever y sin gle per son in t h e WORLD, Wh at w ou ld it be?

M u sgy : I WAKE UP HIP HOP, GO TO SLEEP HIP HOP, DREAM ABOUT HIP HOP,BECAUSE I AM HIP HOP

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TM A - Th e M a in At t r a c t io n Kenneth Ray Dixon Jr, professionally known as ?The Main Attraction? was born in Dallas Texas on March 1,1994. He attended Prairie View A&M University for 2 years before dropping out and going to Music School; after 2 weeks of repetitive materials he dropped out quoting, ?it was a waste of money" then proceeded to build his solo music career independently. Even though he had established songs with various major/signed artists, he decided to release his solo debut album "Life Before TMA"(July 7, 2017). During this time period he dropped the official video to his first single ?Yass Lawd? off the ?LifeBeforeTMA? EP. What makes this particular music video unique, is that it was shot independently by @TMAmediagroup with a placement on VEVO. A couple months later TheMainAttraction released ?@WhoisTMA? the album(January 18, 2018) & is currently pushing his new Hit Singles ?Pesos? & ?Smoke Suttin?. It doesn?t take a rocket scientist to notice that this Music Mogul have more to offer than just talent, his entrepreneurial mentality might be the perfect marketing tool. The rapper ?TheMainAttraction? also owns a well received clothing brand @TMAclothingline (The Main Attraction Clothing), that has been worn by famous rappers/actors worldwide from US to UK. I feel that this young rapper/entrepreneur has a lot to bring to the music industry with his creative mentality and diverse music style. For booking/features email tmamgbooking@gmail.com

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2Real Rec or ds & Ropes v i l l e Money Bag Boy z Mngt . ar t i s t Fi del Cas ht r o Born August 22nd, 1982 In Portland, OR.

career, plus it complimented his lifestyle! He

Fidel Cashtro was born into what they call

start recording at age 17, at Walter Midi

the "Turf " or "Hood"! He was raised by his

studios in SE Portland! In 2008 Fidel

grandparents, fore both of his parents

released his first published single!

became overcome with drug addiction. Even

"Assholes, Elbows, and Shelltoes" which

with the obstacles, Fidel was able to be a

went on to become a hit on the

great athlete, and musician! Music was

"Killingsworth" Soundtrack. A Documentary

always his passion, learning at a young age

about the streets he grew up on. Following

how to play the Saxophone and the piano.

the release of the single! Fidel was

Having knowledge that his father was a

incarcerated for Assault in the 1st degree,

musician he wanted to be like him. As he

and sentenced to 100 months in

grew up, the streets were "calling". So he

Washington State Penitentiary. After serving

accepted the invite to "step off the porch",

7 & 1/2 years, he was released in Nov. 2015

into criminal and gang activity! So a lot of

Upon release, Fidel linked up with Smurf

his positives were re-channeled into

Luchiano CEO of 2Real Records, and

mischief! Still in all his passion for music

Roseville Money Bag Boyz Management! A

never died. Fidel learned how to rap at the

legend from the same streets he is from.

age of 14! In the halls of Jefferson High

With an extensive catalog and history of

School, which happened to be his first

making good music! So be ready for a heavy

performance! (School Talent show) Shortly

dose of "CRACKMUSIK"!

after, he decided to get serious about it as a

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