A&R Report: Yani
We support new emerging talent every issue. Representing Southern California, Hardknocklife Entertainment’s Yani not only has a fierce hunger for success, she can rap and sing equally as well.
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One Thing Every Indie Artist Should Know
Almost everyone has dreams of stardom in some form or fashion. Many of which include a recording deal or maybe independent success. However, no matter the dream, if you want to achieve or maintain a career, there is one thing you need to know. Nobody owes you shit. Yeah, I get it. You think you…
Executive Power: Chanel Rae Pettaway of The Legion Media Group
When it comes to positioning clients and creating spectacular promotional events, very few can rival The Red Carpet Hero, Chanel Rae Pettaway. Founding The Legion Media Group with her partner Ian Freeman, she has broken several artists including Grammy Award-winning music sensation Cardi B. Her roster currently includes Shaggy, Jim Jones, Dipset, Cipha Sounds, Peter…
A&R Report: Flexx Kapone
It’s so important to make sure the people who are representing your brand and music not only know what they’re doing, but also the right way to go about things. Respect and patience will get you far. When did you start performing? First time I ever performed was in a talent show when I was…
Interview: Chef Ray Mackey of Taste of the Islands
Chef Ray Mackey of Taste of the Islands is one of the most respected in the world of culinary. After being bestowed with a plethora of awards and acclamation, he is prepared to take his brand to the next level. When did you realize you wanted to become a chef?At a very early age while…
Interview: Belinda Thompson – The Essence of Poetry
Meet Belinda Thompson, one of the most brilliant poet/spoken word artists in the country. While her name may be unfamiliar, her work has garnered favorable appraisal for over two decades from journalists and industry executives alike. Your work has received rave reviews, when did you first fall in love with poetry? I was thirteen when…
A&R Report: Joe Amo – R&B New York Style
Representing Queens, New York, Italian American Joe Amo is among the growing number of artists who bring new life to the R&B genre. Joe Amo, your single and video “No Worries” just premiered and the feedback from the audience was favorable, How do your feel? It feels great to get good feedback and know that…
Interview: Rhyon Nicole Brown of Empire
Rhyon Nicole Brown has been a major trailblazer in the entertainment industry, working vigorously to follow her dreams through acting, directing and singing. Brown ever so humbly shared with us at Urban her rewarding journey, which has led to her sought after role on hit show Empire and the upcoming release of her independent project…