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“Let your light shine”: GodsNd Is Sharing His Gifts with The World
GodsNd is more than just an artist making his breakthrough in the industry. He has big plans and major visions, and hopes to carry them out with his passion for music; honed abilities writing lyrics, producing, and structuring melodies; and love for his community back home in Port-Au-Prince, Haiti. Seated at the intersection between neo-90’s R&B and commercial pop (“Bryan McKnight meets Adele,” as he describes), GodsNd is focused on staying true to himself and his sound— unapologetically.
Having been in the industry for 5 years now, GodsNd is hardly new to the game. “I really wanted to take this seriously after writing and producing heavily during my latter part of high school and all throughout college,” GodsNd, born Jean Godsend Floradin, reflects on his transition into music. The artist was heavily inspired by 90s R&B. “The music had lyrics that told a story, a well-developed structure that included a bridge, and something that just left you feeling changed by the end,” he explains. GodsNd brings those influences back into his music with his characteristic style. Known for the particular way he pairs his lyrical choreography with the vocal leads and harmonies in his music’s melodic structure, the best way to denote GodsNd’s musical style is with its fluidity. That fluidity and utter relentlessness to be himself with complete authenticity have taken him far, and then some. His proudest moments include hearing his song played on the radio for the first time and winning Atlanta’s Coast2Coast competition. GodsNd has also worked on the Tony-nominated and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical Hamilton, and has begun doing his own work with Ne-yo.
Indeed, GodsNd is persisting on his mission— to continue manifesting, keep building, and eventually give back to his community. On top of his musical accomplishments, GodsNd has performed at hospitals and community events with his Hamilton cast, hoping to share the same love for creativity and innovation—the love that has inspired so much of his work and life—with others. “I have a vision board where I have several things I’d love to manifest,” he says. “One of those would be a Billboard #1. I’d also love to open up an arts school in my home country of Haiti.” At his core, GodsNd wants to lead by example. “I’m just being me, and we all have a story to tell,” he notes. “Everyone’s story is valid, and once you start to appreciate that, you understand that all you need to do is let your light shine unapologetically, and people will notice. They will see you in them.”
Stream GodsNd’s latest singles “Y.O.U.” and “Stop the World” on Spotify and Apple Music, and follow him on Instagram @JGodsNd and Youtube to keep up with his music, watch his latest visuals, and support his work!
Emmy-nominated educator turned entertainer, Dee-1 (@Dee1music) addresses critics and fans alike in the official music video for the Danny Beats-produced single “Lines Drawn,” following his viral interview on Sway In The Morning centered around industry hypycrosy. Filmed by Tufts University‘s own Jalen Hill, a student enrolled in the New Orleans native’s “The Intersection of Hip Hop and Social Change” course, the timely track and its accompanying visual postdate Dee’s previously released album UNO. Serving as the first official leak from his forthcoming LP From The Hood To Harvard, the song is a beacon of light as unfavorable headlines engulf online media.
“I did this song as a response to the industry being so shaken by me drawing a line in the sand and saying that we need some accountability for the messages we’re glorifying inside Hip-Hop. This is part one, there’s more on the way. A shift is happening from a genre and cultural perspective,” says the National Social Emotional Learning Consultant in a press statement to Medium Creative Agency about the release.
Award-winning rapper. educator, host, activist, business owner, and keynote speaker are synonymous with Louisiana‘s Dee-1. The Nasir “Nas” Jones Hip Hop Fellow at Harvard University is a Billboard Top 10 charting, game-changing MC with a persona to match his penmanship. He’s transitioned from being a middle school math teacher in The Boot to a Hip-Hop heavyweight with much more to accomplish. He has released 10 albums and 21 projects thus far in his career.
Dee-1’s music is part of a bigger lifestyle movement called Mission Vision, which centers around three core principles: Be Real. Be Righteous. Be Relevant. In 2020, Dee received the prestigious NAACP “Power of Influence Award,” highlighting his community activism and commitment to inspiring the youth. In 2021, he was nominated for an Emmy Award for his work on “The Manhattan Project,” but he lost to Michelle Obama. Later that year, Dee was appointed to the “Louisiana Council for the Success of Black Men and Boys” by Governor John Bel Edwards, making him the first rapper in Louisiana history to become a governor’s appointee.
Watch the HD clip for “Lines Drawn” on YouTube and stream the single via Audiomack below. For a limited time you can purchase an advanced copy of From The Hood To Harvard exclusively on EVEN, here.
The Midwest isn’t letting up when it comes to individuality and variety in music. As the rap genre continues to evolve, more music artist are finding their way with their own sounds. One Chicagoland artist Deuce Savage, is turning up the rap world with a rockstar appeal. Recently releasing his trending single “Mudd Thompson”, his authentic and experimental sound is a unique addition to the music world.
Taking on the sound of this new wave of trap rock, Deuce Savage is an artist who isn’t afraid to step outside the box. As a self-taught producer, Deuce is able to bring his creativity to life with every song. Resonating with music lovers of all genres, his unique delivery is originally raw. The single “Mudd Thompson”, is thrilling freestyle flow over a hard hitting beat. Produced by Deuce himself, his talent of layering unique sounds shines effortlessly with this single.
Aside from his unique music, Deuce Savage connects with fans through his intriguing lifestyle. Uploading weekly day-to day videos on YouTube, he shows fans his creative process and his unpredictable personality. Further experimenting with other genres, “Mudd Thompson,” is just a preview of what’s to come from Deuce Savage. Stream his latest single below now!
Travy Nostra has risen to a new level with his latest introspective record, “Martyr,” which pairs with a cinematic visual. The mini-movie highlights the duality many young black children in underprivileged neighborhoods usually have. Some people play ball, and some people make music, but those seem like the only two routes to get out of the good. Coming off the heels of his dynamic visual for “SEE U TMRW,” Nostra found a way to step it up once more.
Travy Nostra is looking to inspire children to come up and understand that there is more to life than the streets, sports, or rap. He has previously worked with DMV legends like Rico Nasty and Joony. His fiery flow and polished storytelling helped him become a new star. He has been featured in REVOLT TV, Lyrical Lemonade, and many others.
Watch the new visual for “Martyr” below!
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