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Here we are, in the season. Perfect timing to express how grateful and thankful I am for "OPPORTUNITY' Success is where preparation and opportunity meet. Preparation is the result of hard work, dedication, sacrifice, organization, and the urn to comprehend what it takes to better yourself. Opportunity is the result of hard work, networking, humility, rejection, rerouting, and restratigizing. I am the kind of person who likes to be prepared. Granted you can't be prepared for everything, but I like to have most of my activities scheduled in advance, as well as a pre-planned get-up of just about anything else I am getting involved with. Opportunity on the other hand is the second part of my plan in which I am still developing. In a generation of endless resources, I wish you all a satisfying journey to success!
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Whats Your Name? Birth Date
J. Horne
February 20 1990
Rep Your City Mo.City, Houston TX Label?? Forever N' Ever (FnE) Introduce Yourself I'm J. Horne, I'm 24 years old, from Houston Tx, currently living in Oklahoma City, OK. I'm just a young man from a big city, with big city dreams and a large appetite for Hip-Hop, ready to bite off the heads of anyone who wants it.
Introducing
J. Horne
What Sets You Apart from Other Artists? My delivery, my steez(style), my attitude, the way I see music, my everything is what sets me apart. I'm a different type of artist. Coming from where I come from, dealing with the struggles and adversities that I've dealt with in life drives me to make the best quality music I can possibly make. I have no limits.
think we could make some seriously good music.
Who Are Your Favorite Artists? Trick question haha... I don't have any favorites. The game changes way too much. I more so have respect for certain artists. Jay-Z, Kanye, Kendrick, J. Cole, Drake. I feel underground independent artists more. Tech N9ne, Hopsin, Dizzy Wright. We make real music without limits. We have nothing to lose.
though!
Which Artist has the Most Influence On You? Why? Tupac Shakur. I've watched him since I was a kid in the 90's. My mom aunts and uncles all loved him. Watching him in videos, on stage, and in interviews. He said whatever he wanted, when he wanted. If something wasn't right he spoke about it. There isn't very many artists who will stand up for the normal people of the world who work everyday jobs. PAC stood for justice even through everything he went through. That's motivational and inspirational.
Shout Outs?? Shoutout to all of Forever N Ever; Apeks, Kwine, Looney, Titus, Christian. Shoutout to them H-town Southern Classics; my Uncle OG Nate Lee and his crew. My manager Sito, my cousin and tour manager for Big Sean, Young Walt. Oh and Hey mama I love you.
Upcoming Releases? Shows? Tours? I already released my first mixtape, "Homesick" earlier this year in March. This winter I'm collabing with my fellow FnE brother, Apeks to release an EP called, "Segregation". We've released a video from the EP, called "The Devil Is A Lie" remix which has been making waves. I've done multiple shows around OKC and still When Did You First Start Your Music Career? Why? I didn't start getting serious with music until the end of 2011.. I are. The OKC Fall Jam is in effect which the Breast Cancer Awareness is now apart of. This November, I'm performing in was always good at rapping and freestyling. I loved to write. But One night at the club, after getting jumped and beat by a Sito Bckwrdz birthday bash which should be really dope since O has longevity in the game. We may begin a tour off the group of 15 guys, i laid in an emergency room hospital bed for 2 hrs. Waking in and out of consciousness, I decided I had "Segregation EP" once we have an official release date. Stay to make some life changes. I had to put all of my pain, inside tuned!! my verses. I first remixed The Games track, "Start From Tell Us a Secret.... What is something your fans may not Scratch", and Fans and friends would listen and tell me how know about you? Basketball was my first love, my first they felt my pain vividly. It made me work harder. And I have- dream. I played in high school and some college before I tore n't looked back since. my ACL and gave up on it. I can still give boys "the bizness"
If You Could Collab with Any Artist In the World Who Would It Be and Why? Honestly, it doesn't even matter. I'm an artist. I will collab with anybody who can make quality good music. That's what makes it all fun. Are There Any Independent or Underground Artists You Want to Collab With? Well that actually does matter. Haha Anybody in Funk Volume! Hopsin, Dizzy Wright, Swizzz, Jarren Benton. Those cats are super dope with doper lyrics. I
Where Can We Find You Online? My website is www.jhorneforever.com. Social media sites my name is the same on each one. Facebook search J. Horne. YouTube channel @jhorne25, twitter @jhorne25, Instagram @jhorne25, soundcloud @jhorne25.
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CL was born in Junction City, Kansas on July 20, 1985. CL moved around a lot as a child living in different states such as Texas, Nebraska, Arizona, but after living in Oklahoma CL has always considered OKC his home. CL started doing music at the age of eight and CL knew then that he had found his calling. CL started playing drums at the age of eleven and soon after that he picked up the keyboard and has never looked back. After discovering that he had a natural talent of creativity with music, his cousin and himself decided to form a group called Rugged Individualz. That marked the beginning of C.L. McCoy, the producer. Now, at the age of 29, CL has been certified as an Audio Engineer. Some of his credentials are as follows; having opened up for such acts as 50 cent, Busta Rhymes, Clipse, Snoop Dogg, Juicy J. and Currensy just to name a few. CL has had numerous encounters with these big name artists; whether it was work related or special events. DJ Skee, Waka Flocka, Big Krit, LL Cool J. Bone Thugs N harmony, Swizz Beatz, Pharrell, Rick Ross, Wale', Baby Bash, Method Man, Don Cannon, Corey Gunz, 9th Wonder, Q-Tip, and more. CL has credit for producing for artist such as Wale, Chevy Woods, Bone Thugs N Harmony, Caine, Meant2b, Privaledge, Maejor Ali, Bun B., Baby Bash and quite a few local and upcoming artists. CL recently did some audio engineering for Waka Flocka. He is am afilliated with Full Circle Music Group and is currently producing and Audio Engineering for Oklahoma City's own Kevin Durant of the OKC Thun-
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Shut It Down or STFU $1000 Showcase – Oklahoma City The 'Shut It Down or STFU' competition is an event that will forever remain imprinted on my heart. Reason 1) It was my first competition along my first time on stage as an announced artist. But more importantly, Reason 2) threw my involvement of the competition is how I met Amanda Scott, my publisher. I didn't know her know her, she didn't know me but we sparked each other.At that moment, it dawned on me the importance of networking, not just in music but in the overall divine line of life. I realized I wanted to know who, what, when, where and why about the relevance of Oklahoma's urban and active talents. I've always known and felt that Oklahoma had talent, but as Executive Editor of WLD I now have a reason to get out and get active with all that the state has to offer. We don't get paid to produce the magazine and we don't get paid to attend the events. However, the experiences we encounter are priceless. The 'Shut It Down' competition didn't have a strong head count, and I would rather not give a review of the facility, but the club was loaded with over 20 active and talented Oklahoma artists and public figures There were crazy cool cash and prizes awarded, but getting my first opportunity to mingle with so much talent was phenomenal. We are all at different levels in our careers and the experience was very humbling for me. There were artists from several surrounding states that came out just to shut it down with us! We had people from Texas, Missouri, and Louisiana. We even had a competition judge come out from the Virgin Islands! The nights opening act was OKChristian. He got it in with a specialty song fit for the occasion. The song he performed was in ordinance with the name of the competition 'STFU' and was the perfect opening act. As each artist took turns taking over the mic, we were shown an array of talent. As the showcase didn't finish up until almost 2 A.M, it was proof that Oklahoma was loaded. 1st place was announced as a split winning between Lady Groove and Joe Money. Lady Groove was also announced artist with the biggest fan base in the building, yet this was not a surprise to most as this wining Lady knows how to bring 'em out! I got the chance to mingle, speak, and take pics with a lot of Oklahoma and surrounding state STARS, and the experience exposed my mind to a new light. Thank You to all of the artist who participated and made the night one to remember!
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Reviews
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Play Boi Fresh - FML I was immediately attracted to the name of the tape. I believe that we all at one point or another feel like 'FML', so the title was relatable. The CD kicks on with a great introductory beat and the intro song itself is something anyone should be able to vibe to. His voice was also very attractive. As the CD played, I was already familiar with a few of the songs from his performance back in September at Tumbleweeds. He is affiliated with Go Getta Money Gang. Familiarity is many times a comfortable thing. I could feel a little bit of his Texas swagg, as him and his group are our of Amarillo, & I LOVED it! His CD is not just something for the collection, but something for the CD player in the car. After hearing this CD, I would be interested in buying his next CD as well as seeing him in concert next time he was in the O. Great quality. 9 out of 10 STARS.
Zie - E.A.T After spending a day with Zie, as I participated in his 'Rebuild OK' community project, I was eager to hear his CD. He was a really cool guy, and I had enjoyed my day infinitely. As his CD played, I noticed Zie has a very strong voice, a voice that is almost hypnotizing. However, I wasn't impressed with his intro. Song #2 was exciting, & was my favorite on the CD! It was a jam that I could imagine hearing at the club. I loved the level of effects and precision used through out his entire CD. #3, #4, #6, #7 & #12 were also some great tracks. I was expecting to here a little more encouraging music from him, after meeting him. His music was good, I just hoped for a little more encouraging structure from this Leader. But overall excellent sound. 7 out of 10 STARS
Blok Nation – Demo This group puts in work. I have a duplication of this CD in my collection. That means that they are out there physically handling their CDs. One copy I got off the streets, and the second copy I received from Castro out at Tumbleweeds back in September. Song #2 is my favorite. It has great song structure, great beat, and fun lyrics. The CD is a demo, with 3 songs on it. Quality was great. I give STARS based off 1) Level of content, 2) Amount of suitable content 3) Instrumental sound 4) Lyric relativity & 5) Lyric emphasis. Because this was a demo, with little amount of content, it receives 4 out of 10 STARS. #2 on the demo tho, was a GREAT song.
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The more I work with artists, the more I realize there is A LOT of resources that are out there that most of them know nothing about…. So, we have decided that every month, we will publish different resources that artists can use to boost their careers. So each month look out for blogs, A&R Lists, Music festivals, and much more… #WLDMagazine Staff
WHAT TO INCLUDE IN YOUR ARTIST BIO 1) Who are you? Name, birthdate, home town. And a little background story….. Briefly describe your younger life. Pay special attention to factors that may have influenced your decision to become a hip hop artist as well as experiences that you commonly raps or sing about. For example, if you attended an arts high school or came from a musical family, these are important details to mention. If you commonly rap or sing about your home life, you should include the relevant back story. 2) How did you get to be who you are? When did you know you wanted to do music? What influenced you at a young age? What influences you now? Describe your musical influences. For example, if you grew up listening to a particular musical group, this is a detail that will be interesting to your audience. If you collaborates with another artist, has released music in response to another artist's music, or has a close relationship with another artist, include these details in the biography. 3) What have you accomplished? List your most important professional accomplishments. This can include label contracts, awards and sales information. List these in chronological order 3) What are you doing now? Albums? Collabs? New Music? Shows? Discuss any shifts in your musical direction and include the reasons for this shift. For example, perhaps you originally started writing politically motivated hip hop lyrics, but your latest album is focused on romance or relationships. Your readers may be interested in finding out which factors in your life prompted this shift. 4) What is your future? Future releases? Future Goals? You can include a quote about the direction you hope to take your music. Do you have a concept in mind for a future album? Has a date already been set for a release of an album?
These instructions are written in the order you bio would be written. I hope it helps!
Widely considered to be one of most talented rising artists, Just R3D is ready to take the industry by storm. Born Justin Antigua in Westbury, Long Island aka We$tMoney in the late 80’S, Just R3D grew up in a musically inclined family. His step father is respected hip-hop veteran DJ Peter Paul and his mother was a former singer/ rapper during her younger years. R3D discovered his own talent at the age of 9 and never looked back. Since then, he has mingled with hip hop giants such as Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Nas, Wale, The Clipse and The Wu-Tang Clan while still managing to hold his own as an artist. His very unique flow, and business savvy puts R3D in a prime position to make his mark in the industry. Now at age 25, his only mission is to record and release amazing musical compositions that embody the pure art form of HipHop with his own unique style. Bare witness and experience first hand R3D’s incredible musical journey as he looks to gain fans all over the world from sold out shows, platinum CDs and enough business ventures to create a fortune which will soon follow for this talented young rapper R3D will be dropping his latest mixtape "CANNABIS" early 2015. This project will have production from known industry producers along with R3D's right hand man Brooklyn Native "Moteef" follow him @noisekontroll. You can download his debut mixtape "The R3D Tape" now on datpiff.com. Show and tour dates will be announced shortly. Support Just R3D in his quest to the top by following him and the L.O.T.R MOB (Last Of The Real) movement. #JustR3D #LOTRMOB #Westmoney Links: Instagram and Twitter @justr3d_ www.facebook.com/epicr3d www.reverbnation.com/justr3d www.soundcloud.com/justr3d
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24 year old rapper/songwriter Kee LaShaun hailing from Oklahoma City, OK is one of the city's leading ladies in Hip Hop since opening for Kevin Gates in 2013, Kee LaShaun has been working hard on her official first release 'Servin In Some Heels' slated to drop in November it won't be your typical "femcee" project. Spitting hard lyrics over more than delicate bass filled tracks, she plans to tell stories and entertain people of all walks of life with her debut mixtape. Kee's first single 'F*ck Love' (What Love) has received positive feedback & play on local airways such as OKC's Power 103.5 and is just a taste as to what is expected on 'Servin In Some Heels'.
Kee Lashaun
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Sincere Grant Facebook- Sincere Grant Twitter- @sinceregrant Emailrmiassociatesinfo@gmail.com
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Sincere Grant an R&B/Soul singer is back in the spotlight and rolling out the red carpet treatment for music lovers and fans worldwide with the digital online release of his now hot new single “Red Carpet Ready”. The single is a contemporary blend of Hip Hop/Soul that has hip hop fans and soul music lovers alike in mutual agreement that Sincere Grant has done it again and delivered to his fans another urban street classic. Introducing his own Mid-south Swag and a style all his own, Sincere Grant is a part of the next generation of self-made independent music stars that are taking their future in their own hands by going directly to their fans giving them the music they want and love.A must listen and buy for music lovers and fans everywhere! “Red Carpet Ready” is a hot new single that is garnering worldwide attention and setting the streets on fire and fans
LieuTenant P., born Latora Pettit has always had an ear for good music. Since she was a little girl she would always sing and entertain her mother while dancing around the house. In 2001 she was given the opportunity to feature on a song by a local rap group called Hog Tight. From that day forward she had a passion and ambition to create her own style, eventually perfecting the craft and adopting the moniker LieuTenant for her ability to lead amongst leaders, and take direction when needed. Different from her female counterparts though, LT has a style that stands toe to toe, if not exceeds her male competition……
Selo the Don Www.Selothedon.com Facebook: Selo TheDon Wilson Twitter– 405Selo
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LieuTenant P www.lieutenantp.com/ Facebook: LaTora Lieu Tenant Pettit
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Selo (SAY-LOW) The Don is an upcoming artist native to Oklahoma City, Ok.. He has had a passion for Hip-Hop as early as he can remember artist such as Rakim, NWA, and Slick Rick blasting from his olders cousinsstereos. It wasn't until the age of 16 that he had the chance to take matters into his own hands by collecting second hand equipment to record soundtrack of his life. Since he has garnered much attention locally as well as nationally with an impressive collection of mixtapes solo and collectively with various artist. His latestprojects include So Syncere Vol.3, R.I.P The Beat, Cuffin Season and IamOklahoma. He has made a pledge to not only "Put on for his city" but to bring a breath of fresh air to the industry in a whole...
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Miami is on the map and next up is Slo V & Retro. Not only does this duo write, produce, arrange, and mix all of their own music, they also shoot their own music videos. In the last year they’ve progressed from local rappers to local celebrities on the independent music scene in Miami and now Slo V & Retro are looking to get their break and feel stardom past the city limits. Slo V & Retro has worked with some of the biggest names in Miami, Uncle Luke, Brisco, Billy Blue, and Flo Rida, but now its time for them to make a name for themselves. Their newest single "Use To" has been getting a lot of mainstream attention. "Use To" is the featured single on IHeart Radio single you should know for the month of September. Slo V & Retro is currently record their new EP and will be starting their Lowerbottom tour this fall. Website: www.slovandretro.bandcamp.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/SloVandRetro Instagram: @slovandretro Twitter: twitter.com/SloVandRetro Soundcloud: soundcloud.com/slovandretro Reverbnation: http://www.reverbnation.com/slovandretro Tumblr: http://slovandretro.tumblr.com
Temi The newest R&B sensation to hit the industry is, Témi (Pronounced TayMe.) With his smooth appeal and powerful vocals he is ready to wow the world with a combination of passion and love. He brings the old school sound with a new age feel. Témi hit the scene in 2014 solo with his hit single, "Brick By Brick." Now it's time to set the summer heat in overdrive with his next track called, "Fire."
Born in Nigeria, raised in Toronto this international superstar has now brought his talents to Atlanta, Georgia. Témi, formerly known as Intro, met some friends and they started a group called, Untitl3d. As Untitl3d, he and the group traveled to Atlanta, GA and were signed and recognized by celebrity rapper Ludacris’ label Disturbing Tha Peace (DTP.) Signed to DTP he and the group continued their goals for about 4 years when Témi realized he wanted to part ways and follow his solo career as he had originally started. Témi is on a mission of falling in love with music all over again and taking you on a musical roller coaster from where it and he started. The first single, "Brick By Brick" off his upcoming EP, "Intro II A New Beginning" which will be released November 11, 2014. This has set the tone of his story. Témi wants to share his story and walk you through yours. The second single, "Fire" is sure to keep the summer heat burning. His solo journey has just begun, but his talented past and bright future will keep him on your radar for many years to come. ReverbNationhttp://www.reverbnation.com/t%C3%A9mi4 iTunes"Fire""Brick by Brick" Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/temimusicrnbhttps://www.facebook.com/temifans Instagram@Temi_Music Twitter@Temi_Music Youtubehttp://www.youtube.com/user/temimusicrnb "Brick by Brick" - Official Videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5zLnlY2HMIA For Booking and Inquiries:temimusicrnb@gmail.com or (678) 796-TEMI (8364)
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