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EMRLD Beats Talks Contributions To A Billboard #1 Album

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1 year ago

July 12, 2022

Weasel

EMRLD Beats is cementing himself as a top producer in his lane. His work on Digga D’s latest album helped lead the famous UK drill musician to a Billboard #1 album. An impromptu studio session with Dougie B & Digga D ended up becoming one of EMRLD Beats’ most prominent placements of his career. “A Lil Promo Freestyle” turned into one of the lead tracks for Digga’s mixtape, ‘Noughty By Nature.’ That track helped solidify EMRLD Beats as one of the go-to producers in the Drill music scene.

We got to connect with EMRLD Beats and learn more about his come-up. We discussed his musical journey, placement on a UK Billboard #1 album, and much more. Tap in below!

Where are you from/ Where are you based now?
EMRLD: I was born and raised in Portsmouth, New Hampshire; I really love it there. It’s a quaint town but is charming in a lot of ways and a beautiful place too. After high school, I spent two years in Mississippi for college. I feel like I gained a valuable perspective living in that part of America, but I won’t be going back there anytime soon. Most recently, I moved to New York City and have been living here for a year.

At what point in your life did you decide to pursue a career in music?

EMRLD: I started producing music when I was 13; I’d upload beats to Soundcloud for fun. Music stayed a hobby for me, and I’d do it on & off until my late years of high school, where I gave it up ultimately. When the pandemic hit and I had to come home from college, I had more free time on my hands, so I picked it back up. During the years I wasn’t making music, I had become a big fan of the New York rap scene; I watched the rise of Pop Smoke and quickly became a fan of Brooklyn drill, as well as more melodic rappers. I was just enjoying the music from the sidelines. I knew many artists and was an engaged fan, but I had never even been to New York.

I made an effort during quarantine to try to get some of these guys to rap on my beats, and it was really hard to break through and get these rappers’ attention. I made my Instagram and slowly started making connections. Eventually, I got some small placements, and it was super exciting; in those moments, I started considering changing paths in life to pursue this.

What’s one reason you are passionate about music, and what inspires you?

EMRLD: I love the feeling of hearing my music. I’m sure many musicians alike can relate to playing your unreleased music in the car or on your headphones while doing daily tasks. It doesn’t get old after the 50th listen back to back that day. It’s so comforting to me to listen to my work and think about what I like, don’t like, need to change, who I need to send it to, and tons of things, but just listening on my headphones while walking down the street, feeling excited about what rapper is going to use the beat I’m listening to, or if it’s an unreleased song that a rapper just sent back, it’ll be the excitement of how the fans will receive it. That always inspires me.

Tell us about going #1 on Billboard with Digga D? How did you guys link up?

EMRLD: Yea, this was a big look; I was surprised by the success of this project, it put into perspective for me just how big drill music is amongst the youth in the U.K. Dougie B & I were in the studio and Melvoni called, he invited us to a studio and mentioned he was with Digga. We all linked up and I told Digga I produced the Dthang freestyle, which I had seen a clip of him freestyling to on Instagram live. We organized a studio session and a few days later made “A Lil Promo Freestyle”. Which ended up being one of the rollout singles. We made a few other crazy songs that night, which may drop in the future. I have to shout out Silverpres and my co-producers Zuko & Khxn, who all helped make this one happen.

What are the proudest moments of your music career so far?

EMRLD: This is hard to answer, I often get stuck in my head and compare myself to other young producers who may be more successful than me, which can be hard and make me feel like I haven’t accomplished enough. But when I step back and think about all I’ve accomplished since a year ago when I moved to NYC, and how I’ve made a mark in music and been able to create something that helps make a listener’s day better, I feel proud of myself. I also love my family’s support, their positivity always makes me feel good.

What’s next for you? Are you working on any upcoming projects we should be on the lookout for? Include some dates if you have them.

EMRLD: I have a ton of stuff with the Bronx drill guys coming, Songs on both Dougie B & Sha EK’s upcoming projects, I can’t give names or dates yet but these are definitely some crazy records. I’m trying really hard to get another song out with Dthang, unfortunately, he’s been locked up for a while now, but we have some great unreleased songs that I’m going to try and work with his team on releasing, maybe even from behind bars. Other than drill I have a lot of stuff in the vault with Pressa, expect some tracks from us for sure.

What message do you hope fans take away from your music?

EMRLD: Nothing too deep, just enjoy it. I love being a producer and I try to fulfill that duty to the best of my ability every time I work on something. If you’ve ever listened to a song I’ve contributed to, I appreciate it. It really means the world.

Be sure to connect with EMRLD Beats on IG @emrldbeats to stay tuned for more music!

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Lonny The Street Lawyer Is One Of A Kind

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2 weeks ago

September 15, 2023

Kalisha Perera

Smooth and a man of character, Lonny The Street Lawyer has took years of experiences helping people battle unfair charges head on with much vigor. It’s that same passion that inspired him to open well respected DMV based Cannabis dispensaries. Below is a few things to know about the star entrepreneur.

The Street Lawyer is still one of the most exciting personalities in the national Cannabis landscape. After enjoying a career as a criminal trial attorney in the DMV and fighting over 100 cannabis cases (including close to 20 jury trials defending alleged cannabis distributors, he witnessed the destruction caused by America’s war on drugs, and cannabis enforcement of cannabis prohibitions has been a massive part of that. So, when DC went legal, the street lawyer started a cannabis company- and changed the game’s landscape and city.

Lonny was known in the Courts as a flamboyant trial attorney, almost a throwback to the old-school mafia attorneys in NYC and Philadelphia. But, throughout his career, he never once had an ethical issue. He is known to aggressively and flamboyantly defend his clients without ever stepping over the ethics line. He became a prolific radio personality on DC101 for five years, educating, guiding, and entertaining the DMV on street crimes, police issues, and society. He gained international notoriety on Social media for various content, from legal and educational videos to dance videos to comedic content and now to motivational content. He is a character in every city he lands. He is all about positivity and self-growth.

Street Lawyer Services became the premier cannabis brand and gifting shop in the town. He decided he could make it a vibe. The city converged around SLS as it was the hub for the hottest budtenders and highest-quality cannabis and even turned into the underground Celebrity pit stop in DC. Street Lawyer services became about Unity, community, art, fashion, dance, performance, tolerance, acceptance, and fun in the DMV. You never know what you’ll get when you walk into Street Lawyer Services on H St. NE.

You may have a well-known DJ spinning. You could see a few DC K st lobbyists talking shop, you may see a few young men from the block kicking it, and you are sure to run into local DC artists just getting right. On top of all that vibe, SLS has been known to have the best flower selection in the region for the past five years.

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DOPE SHOWS PRESENTS JEEZY & FABOLOUS HIPHOP 50 CONCERT

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3 weeks ago

September 7, 2023

Weasel

DOPE Shows, the #1 independent Concert Promotion Agency in Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Delaware is thrilled to announce a historic celebration of HipHop’s 50th Anniversary. In commemoration of this iconic genre’s legacy, DOPE Shows is uniting two legendary trailblazers, Jeezy and Fabolous, for an unforgettable concert on November 18th at The Met Philadelphia. Tickets are available to purchase via Live Nation – HERE.

This special event promises to be an electrifying night filled with timeless beats, extraordinary performances, and a journey through decades of HipHop history. Jeezy and Fabolous will headline this grand celebration, delivering a show that fans don’t want to miss. Keep an eye out for additional special guest announcements, further honoring Philadelphia’s impact on this beloved art form.

DOPE Shows has become one of the most powerful independent concert promotion companies in the U.S. due to their instinctive business savvy and an eye to bring era-defining artists to the local stage. With an unstoppable momentum of achievements, this show follows the sold out album release concert for TOURE at the Theatre of Living Arts. After attending the spectacle, Secret Philadelphia praised, “To not only bring people together like one big melting pot, but to also create that kind of vibe is downright powerful.”

With an established track record for success, Live Nation Northeast announces a co-promoter partnership with Stephen Piner and Jamir Shaw of DOPE Shows, two Philly natives who have cultivated and grown a boutique concert promotions company focused on hip hop and R&B with strong artist relationships. Live Nation and DOPE Shows will collaborate on identifying, cultivating, and developing live experiences across hip hop, R&B, and urban art forms for fans, brands, and artists in Philadelphia, the New York Metropolitan area, Atlantic City, and other Northeast territories.

Through this new partnership, Live Nation will provide DOPE Shows with marketing, concert production, and venue operations expertise and support. Meanwhile, DOPE Shows will work with Live Nation to program content and provide grass-roots support for many of Live Nation’s clubs and theaters, with the potential to work together on future opportunities for arenas, radio shows, and festivals.

“With an eye towards the 50th anniversary of hip hop in 2023, we look forward to working closely with our new partners at DOPE Shows to celebrate this milestone with a series of shows across many of our Northeast territories,” said Geoff Gordon, Regional President, Live Nation Northeast. “Our role as promoters is to help artists achieve their goals. I greatly respect Jamir and Stephen for sharing that same vision and passion for their artists.”

“We’re excited to take our brand to the next level and explore new opportunities with an amazing company like Live Nation,” said DOPE Shows founders Stephen Piner and Jamir Shaw. “After years of being an ally and friend of Geoff Gordon’s, it feels good to partner with a legend in the game. Together we plan to show the world that there Ain’t No Shows Like Dope Shows!”

In a run that stretches over six years, DOPE Shows have sold over 200,000 tickets for shows featuring the likes of Lil Baby, Lil Durk, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, Gunna, G Herbo, and more, becoming stepping stones for emerging superstars and bridges for the performers and the local fans that want to see them.

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R&B’s Nana Elan Debuts New EP ‘Escaping The West’

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1 month ago

August 25, 2023

Jessie

Step into the vibrant realm of Nana Elan (@NaliyahElan), a dynamic artist born and raised in the heart of Long Beach, CA. Nana Elan’s much-anticipated EP, ‘Escaping The West,’ just dropped and graces our ears with its presence. This release signifies not just a project drop for the rising star, but a journey into a musical landscape that is bound to captivate and resonate.

Nana Elan’s unique artist name encapsulates her identity, with “Nana” derived from her real name, Naliyah, and “Elan” from her middle name, creating a harmonious blend that exudes an iconic aura. Her music resonates with a youthful richness, raw energy, and a mature undertone. Her vocal range spans from mezzo-soprano to bass, delivering fully belted cadences that effortlessly traverse the realms of R&B, Hip-hop, and Pop. Dynamic creativity is the cornerstone of her delivery.

At the heart of Nana Elan’s artistic pursuit is an unwavering passion for music. “Creating music allows me to exhibit my soul’s groove, spirit, emotion, and perspective,” she reveals. “It’s my personal flashlight guiding me through life’s tunnel, always inspiring me to keep moving forward.”

The EP’s influence is grounded in deeply personal connections. Nana Elan attributes her love for singing to her grandpa, a mentor who nurtured her vocal talents. Rihanna, with her fusion of fashion and music, ignited Nana Elan’s passion at an early age, cementing her path toward artistic greatness.

‘Escaping The West,’ released on August 22, 2023, is more than just a collection of songs—it’s a sonic voyage. The EP masterfully combines Nana Elan’s sexy tomboy style with her elegant, nonchalant personality, crafting a musical narrative that symbolizes growth, ambition, and a departure from the confines of the West-Coast sound.

In Nana Elan’s words, “The 7-song piece encapsulates my journey through amusement, poverty, sanity, and pleasure. Each track flows melodically from one destination to the next, urging listeners to groove, party, and experience love. Each record exudes dominance, high standards, and a mix of irresistible appeal and raw energy.”

With ‘Escaping The West,’ Nana Elan sends a powerful message to her fans, encouraging them to embrace every facet of themselves and to dare to expand beyond their wildest imagination.

To experience the magnetic allure of Nana Elan and her latest masterpiece, ‘Escaping The West,’ follow and connect with her on various social media platforms:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/naliyahelan

Twitter: www.twitter.com/nanaelan_

YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCSw6PhyvqvpFwDKv8Yn60yQ

As ‘Escaping The West‘ takes the music scene by storm, Nana Elan’s artistry promises to be an inspiring, empowering, and exhilarating force that resonates with audiences around the globe.