His music has potential but he's still working on the business side of things. He goes by Sinario and he's a little cocky and over confident. Sinario will gain more of an audience once he listens. But in the meantime he has a record called "Third Person" that's making noise. He's based out of San Diego and everone wants to see him win.
MMV Shot - Mike Mendez [Photographer]
Mike Mendez
CEO and photographer at MMV SHOT
He’s been called “the man on the scene”, becoming a real name in the LA music scene.
Mike is a true Angeleno being born and raised in LA, the Vibe, music, and life style runs through his veins. The buzz he has around him when he turns up is beyond the reach of others.
Only 18 years old and on his A game lighting up the streets of LA.
“My inspiration for my photography is being able to capture the moment and the true nature of who ever my lens is pointing at. I enjoy the reactions and positive feedback people give when I show them the finished product.”
- Mike Mendez
Photograph of G Perico taken by - MMV Shot
Man that’s legit so who have you professionally shot?
“I’ve taken photos for artists like Gucci Mane, Nipsey Hussle, YG, Ty Dolla $ign, DLoc, OT genensis, G Perico, AD, 03 Greedo, RJ, SOBxRBE, NEF the pharaoh, P-Lo, Garren, PNB Rock, Mark Ant etc.”
- Mike Mendez
Photograph of NEF the pharoah taken by - MMV Shot
Real talk bro, that’s impressive. Who would you like to work with next?
“To name a few, I would like to work with Dave East, Problem, Mozzy, ScHoolboy Q, and the Shoreline Mafia.”
- Mike Mendez
Recently MMV shot was personally invited to shoot at the last leg of Dreamville Artist Cozz's 'The Effected Tour' with Garren.
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.@MartyBTakeover - Street Love ft @IamKissieLee
Marty B is bringing back that vintage hip hop. When rappers use to collab with R&B singers. This time Marty B grabs Kissie Lee for this street love ballet. Marty B talks big money and he swags it out. He's one fly guy and he needs a lady that's down. Check out this leak from Marty B he is popping up all around Atlanta.
Stop sleeping on Kam'Geez. He is from Boston and his city is giving him respect. He releases remix to Money Man record "UGA". This is something to hold up the fans. Make sure you stay tuned. Kam'Geez GYB movement is growing at a steady pace as well.
Keeping It Real @AimForDaHead Drops "Day One"
Atlanta artist A!M is making sure he keeps it real. He will never forget about the ones that held him down. So he releases a new banger called "Day One". Makes you think about the ones you call friends. A!M wastes no time on this one. Gets straight to the point. Make sure you do not overlook this one.
STP Los is making noise all the way to the west coast. His "Big Nawf" project is being labeled a classic. Well put together project from this North Atlanta rapper. He makes sure he puts his city on the map. This 11 song project from STP Los showcases his pure talents. Keep a eye out for a rising talent out of Atlanta.
South Carolina rapper Trae G is making noise online. His record "Feel Better" feels like something that s.hould be in a movie. His music is pretty deep and is heartfelt. He has a southern twang and delivery like no other. Soon as the beat drops you should know what time it is. Check out this banger below and show some support.
Bumping @PaperMann_ "Tra3 Day" On Repeat
This record "Tra3 Day" is catching steam. The hook is catchy and it's from an artist from Alabama. He goes by PaperMann and he's focused on winning. He wants to take it to the top. This record is full of energy and can have you rapping the lyrics. This is some from the the durty south for real.
S'natra - "Paper Straight"
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Soul Revival - "Chocolate Love" feat. Church Boii
Kansas City based Soul/R&B duo Soul Revival featuring producer Desmond "D. Professor" Mason and singer/songwriter DerickPierre. The duo creates music that pays homage to the soul of the 90s with a modern tinge! Soul Revival follows up from their debut EP titled "Back to Love" with a new soulful record called "Chocolate Love".
Soul Revival website: soulrevivalmusic.com
@soulrevivalkc - Twitter/Instagram Derick Pierre Twitter/Instagram: @derickpierre Desmond "D. Professor" Mason Twitter/Instagram: @ddotprofessor
Lion Sphere - "Alice at Once"
With 'Alice at Once‘ we want to convey the ease and euphoria from a lush summer that you know is going to be archived in your memory as some of the 'good days' of youth and friendship.
The audible lightness interplaying with groove is the result of the synergy we achieved during our writing camp in Spain last year, where we spent 10 days playing under the open sky.
We had the luxury of time and allowed ourselves to be experimental and playful. The sheer amount of playing meant our happy accidents and spontaneous moves could become organically honed. Lyrically the song is a testament to taking chances, and not being held back by outside influences. This song is very much like a soundtrack for a day from this summer with Lion Sphere.
International Debut of Chinese Superstar BING
Chinese superstar BING has just released her first-ever fully English track “Hanging On”. Fusing the feel of today’s best electro-dance with traditional elements of Chinese popular music, the eclectic-nature of this track is unprecedented and gives us a lot to look forward to with her upcoming album, Reverse Time.
BING has already risen to fame in China where she has amassed millions of followers on her social channels and has been featured on China’s biggest and best televised music competitions. All of this hype seems understandable when you hear a track like “Hanging On” and with it have an alluring, masked woman with impeccable style and a flair for the glamorous side of life.
Most recently, she was dressed-up by the designers and seated front row at multiple New York Fashion Week events this season including Chromat, Yajun, and Son Yung Wan. BING also performed her hit track for Couture Fashion Week’s opening show.
Keep up with BING on Instagram.
Have a listen below and get as intrigued as I am.
#LAOnLockExclusive: P.I. The General - "Out The Gutta" feat. Marty Blaze
Following his release of "Trust" with CMO Uno, we have a brand new single from Compton native P.I. The General featuring Marty Blaze entitled "Out The Gutta".
Mixed & Mastered by N3 On The Track. Tune in below & comment!
Electro-pop singer and Performer Neela Releases Debut Single “Tripped Up”
Electro-pop singer, multi-form artist Neela has released her first single “Tripped Up”. Tripped Up” is the first release off forthcoming album Lovers in Danger, which is a collection showcasing Neela’s unique sound and energy. Not to mention that the the EP is a result of fantastic collaboration with world-renowned producer Beatchild (Drake, Justin Nozuka, Tanika Charles) who recently spotted Neela’s uniqueness and voice at an event at the Toronto Art community.
“Tripped up is a love song about having confused feelings about those very feelings within. It’s also about feeling someone and their energy and living in the moment, but then it’s something in the way they look at you, you can’t help but get tripped up on it,- says the singer. The track was premiered on CBC March 16th and is available everywhere now.
Stream the new music below and make sure to follow Neela on the Instagram.
JU$$-B & IVL - "Mixxxd Emotions"
With performances throughout the city from Drom to Santos Party House, hit records such as "My Way” and “Wanted It All” off his “Soon On Top” mixtape, extrodinary lyrical display on
covers like “Rambo” and “Gave Em Hope”, 2016 showcased JU$$-B as a complete artist, both
commercial and freestyle. It set the bar for an amazing 2017 led by his headlining, 30 minute,
performance at the historic SOBs. Under the BXC Music Festival platform, with his labelmate
Euroflo, they had well over 100 fans in attendance. His “One Nine” album debut in April on all digital streaming sites with the smash commercial hit “InstaFamous”, bar heavy lyrical excellence of “Back In My Bag”, and his mainstream feature from Phresher with “Fine With Me”. He was nominated 7x for the Voiceless Music Awards for the WVMR indie station (most all time in one year) in his 1st year of eligibility. He was also on DTF Radio, YAC Radio with DJ Don Demarco,
and 3x on the Manhattan Neighborhood Network for interviews and shows. “The Plug”, Jason Bourne, also featured AMG for an interview with his Lavish Life Magazine. He latered performed at numerous other venues sponsored by Hot97 and Power 105 throughout the boroughs, while also opening up for PBN Rock at Webster Hall.
IVL debut on the scene as a bit of an unknown in 2016 with his 1st mixtape “The Appetizer”. It
featured six music videos, ranging from New York, Miami, Las Vegas, and Houston with records like “No Love”, “Winter Story”, “Real Ni***s”, all topping over 2.5K views. But his most successful was “Trust”, which garnered over 6k views. With that amount of potential, and his original branding style using his own apparel, IV Apparel, bloggers begin to gravitate toward the Brownsville emcee. He followed that up, in 2017, with his “Sweet Sixteens” mixtape that was released on Datpiff. He took some of the most successful instrumentals from the late 90s and early 2000s and featured other indie artist he knew on every track. Thats where JU$$-B and himself first worked with each other, along with Euroflo, on the record “Pay Back”. The video was shot as a cypher, reminiscent of the BET HipHop Awards theme. It was most memorable as it was shot on the platform of an inside NYC transit train station, full deejay set in hand and hosted by DJ Damage. He then joined AMG on their most recently highly anticipated mixtape "By Any Means 2” as their only feature, on the record “Sanctuary”.
These experiences and chemistry building opportunities together, set the bar for the idea of the duo working together on their own project. From here, the birth of Mixxxd Emotions was created
We had the opportunity to talk to them both on LA On Lock Radio. Tune in below!
Tota - "20 Shots"
In 20 Shots, Tota touches on the recent police involved shooting of a man named Stephon Clark in Sacramento California. Stephon was shot at 20 times while running away from the officers. 20 shots delve into the systemic oppression that people of color face every single day in America.
@TotaShakur
Keenan The First - "Paralegal"
“About a year ago, I was struggling to make headway.. anywhere in my life. I had a college degree but I was working 2 part-time jobs in the food industry. I was sharing a room with my younger brother, in my parent’s apartment, and spending all my disposable cash on music that was going nowhere. I felt stuck.
I knew I had to make changes if I was going to manifest success around me, so I started looking for new ways to make more money, to fund my music.
I spent time researching ways I could become a substitute teacher for the LA Unified School District, and even took the 4-hour CBEST exam to become certified. I passed with flying colors, but never booked a single job. I then took a step back with my English degree and found my way into 2 interviews for writing internships. Long story short, I landed one of them, but they were a start-up that quickly cut their content department - a.k.a me. So, at a loss for what to do, I stumbled on a paralegal program at Pasadena City College. The program looked promising and I went to 2 different information sessions that convinced me it would be a great move. It would be better pay, better hours, and I could support myself and my music with it.
Everything was gravy until I sat down with my mentor Dwayne Colbert, who asked me, “What is your end goal with this?” I couldn’t answer with confidence. I just knew it would help me fund my music easier. He proceeded to tell me it seemed like a roundabout plan to do what I actually wanted to do, which was to make music, and that if I truly wanted to make music, I would do it now. He told me that you can’t be halfway out the door when it comes to art, you have to be all the way in, ready to starve, ready to sacrifice it all, if you want it to pan out.. and that changed my whole perspective on everything.
I almost went right back to school to be a paralegal, and I thank God I didn’t.”
Casey Veggies, Manifest Wallace, Lil Darrion - "Not Nice"
Produced by Artem
Mix & Mastered by Manifest Wallace
Artwork by Adrian Gamboa
Berel - "Simple"
The latest from San Francisco artist Berel entitled, "Simple" drops on 3/30 on Text Me Records. It's an original song about trusting yourself and your process. For this bay area produced record Berel teamed up with Soulection-affiliates Mikos Da Gawd, Mars Today and Aabo and crafted a mixture of R&B, Hip-Hop and Soul, highlighted by a bass-heavy, Bay Area beat slap. Jazz-influenced instrumentation gives the song a human feel as well. Berel's excited to bring his unique voice to the forefront of Bay Area music.