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Femme fatale has a new name its sossee
This world has always embraced music as one of the most powerful forms of expression. Whether it is sowing the seeds of revolution or instilling patriotism into people’s hearts, to highlighting a global issue or voicing the concerns of the ‘unheard,’ music has long played an important role in this world. Music is immensely powerful and has the potential to influence listeners’ hearts and minds, regardless of their nationality. With the advancement of the world, the music sector has lost its appeal. Likewise, its influence on the world and its people is waning. In the music industry today, priorities have changed due to the influx of new musicians. Music artists are more concerned about numbers than content when it comes to creating music that resonates with people’s feelings. As Sossee, an American singer and songwriter, states, “I believe it has been a long time since people were less concerned about public praise and recognition, and more concerned about creating true legacy and longevity through their art.”
Birth of a True Music Lover
Sossee has always believed in the power of music. From the beginning, she displayed a clear inclination toward music and what set her apart from other music enthusiasts was the fact that she listened to all kinds of music. She loved good music, irrespective of its genre, musician, or origin—a true music lover, indeed.
As an artist who gives off a mysterious enigmatic energy throughout her entire work, this diamond in the rough has created an eerie aura of excitement within an industry that has lately become lost in a mundane universe drowned in music that has become repetitive and all too familiar sounding. With every passing day, Sossee’s allure has increased, as she continues to show a fierce prowess while pushing listeners into the universe of her fan base.
Many still fear that she would surpass their own careers stifled by her meteoric rise due to questions about her musical ability. She recalls jealous gazes of many artists who viewed her as a threat to their career or label executives’ who were more concerned about driving the spotlight of artists they promoted based on motivations of fear, preventing her from reaching a broader audience.
Never discouraged from choosing a path that would lead to her destiny, Sossee stood firmly against all odds to prove she was more than capable. Her determination to make the best use of her gift was clear. Despite any of the negativity that surrounded her, she has shown herself to be a force to be reckoned with by knocking down doors, pushing through any barriers that stand in her way.
Her ability to turn her feelings, emotions, and story into soulful music helps her fight the world and achieve what she loves. She has become more fearless as a result. She is truly unstoppable.
Creating Music with Impact
Growing up, Sossee was creating songs that would last forever while other kids her age were trying to figure out algebra problems. Sossee knew that she could use her talent to compose and write lyrics that would benefit others since she strongly believed in the power of music. She was different from other aspiring music artists because she advocated having one’s own identity rather than being influenced by any other singer or songwriter. Early on, she was able to identify the challenges the music industry was facing. She stated, “Owning who you are, and bringing it to life, in hopes of inspiring others to believe in themselves and do the same, is what I think this industry struggles with most.”
Setting New Standards in Modern Music
According to Sossee, her music is not genre-specific. Within a year, she self-recorded four studio albums. Various genres are represented on each album, each serving a different purpose. Unlike most modern music artists, she is versatile. The versatility and purposefulness of her lyrics are not the only things that make her music stand out. Her voice has been described as “angelic” and “arena-ready” by several media outlets.
Sossee prides herself on personifying the “most interesting and disruptive trend” in the world of music. She is moving against the industry’s flow, striving to restore the lost essence of music. Her music is cinematic and embodies an operatic sound with elegant darkness. Her art reflects her personality, emotions, and feelings perfectly, which is exactly what the music industry needs right now. She is restoring music’s power, strength, and impact by creating a lasting legacy, which is the only way to do it.
As she continues to defy critics, while remaining true to her vision, many are looking forward to this rising star’s success. Keep an eye out for Sossee’s debut this fall with a collection of up and coming music.
On February 4, 2025, Ashwin, a talented artist, will grace the Intuit Dome with a remarkable performance as the opening act for the highly anticipated game between the LA Clippers and the LA Lakers. Directed and choreographed by the brilliant Destiny Frye, this visual spectacle promises to be extraordinary, showcasing a groundbreaking concept within the state-of-the-art $2.1 billion stadium.
This performance marks a significant milestone for Ashwin as it will be his debut appearance at an NBA event. The excitement surrounding this first-ever NBA performance is palpable, with fans eagerly anticipating the innovative and electrifying presentation that Ashwin is set to deliver.
Destiny Frye, the visionary behind this event, is the owner of Hip Hop Dreamz and the Origin Performing Arts Dance Studio. With a decade of experience in orchestrating NBA primetime performances, Destiny is celebrating her 10th anniversary of collaboration with the NBA, making this event even more special.
Destiny and her team are thrilled to bring Ashwin’s music to the forefront, promising an unforgettable experience for the audience. Although this is Ashwin’s inaugural NBA performance, it marks the beginning of a promising journey, and fans can expect many more captivating collaborations in the future. Ashwin is recognized as a trailblazer of his generation, and the anticipation for his future projects is already building. This event is not just a performance; it’s a celebration of artistry, innovation, and the limitless possibilities that lie ahead for Ashwin and Destiny Frye in their creative endeavours.
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Platinum Audio Engineer & Award-Winning Writer Mark “Savage” on Entering Management and Tackling Patriarchy
For years, Mark “Savage” Sanders bold, dynamic mixing style has landed him work behind the boards of major tours and hit records alike. Working with artists like Shordie Shordie, Lizzo, Coi Leray, Kevin Gates, Fetty Wap, Kelly Rowland and more, Mark sports an ever-expanding discography of cutting edge of popular music. We spoke with Mark to get insights into his career arc, workflow, and to understand how his unique sound is built upon a firm foundation of technical skill, knowledge and deep listening.
For starters, could you tell me how you got into engineering?
So at my high school they had an early college program where you could get your associates or a certificate by graduation. I wasn’t looking to be an audio engineer. I don’t even think I really knew what an audio engineer was, which makes it all the more crazy. I saw music production schools, but I went for audio engineering at Full Sail University.
What boards were you working on when you were doing live sound?
It was whatever the house had. Working on Mackie boards or Yamaha boards that only had seven inputs that worked—Avid and Midas consoles, the M32s, the Behringer X32, a lot of different stuff. Being a live sound engineer taught me so much signal flow and having to adapt to different spaces and different gear all the time. If I’m on tour and we’re generally using the same board, we’re probably never using the same monitors for front-of-house. The rooms are bigger or smaller—different places have different problem areas—being in a stadium or doing a festival where you have delays and all that stuff is just insane.
So you were ghostwriting, engineering, producing, and rapping in the beginning?
Yes I did it all except play an instrument.
Now today you’ve received a BMI Award, 2x Platinum, and over 12,000 sync placements how does it feel?
If I had to be honest I don’t care about any of it anymore. I want to see my Son win big like this. I’m more into family these days. I did everything I wanted in life and overachieved. I’m good!
We see you have Royalty ENTERTAINMENT & managing as far as entertainment goes what else can we expect?
Whatever God does. I’m not chasing anything anymore. Focused on living life, family, and wealth/health. Definitely support my DJ, DJ King, Ashley Blaire, and Pretty Liyah. Other than that I’m about to be out the way. (He laughs) I’m so burnt out. I’m chilling.
Last question, seeing that you did everything you wanted is there anything left that you haven’t 2025 going forward?
No just travel more that’s it. Like when I say I’ve given life everything I’ve had. I’ve given it everything. Plus I think most people are waiting for me to be famous or something which I’m avoiding and praying never happens.
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From Small Town Dreams to Entertainment Powerhouse: The Rise of Dominique Danielle
Dominique Danielle’s journey from the slums of Alton, Illinois, to becoming a multi-talented entertainer is a testament to perseverance and passion. As a preteen, her mother moved her to Atlanta, Georgia, in pursuit of better opportunities in music and entertainment. This bold decision would set the stage for Dominique’s remarkable career.
Her love for music led her mother, who also acted as her manager, to approach Atlanta’s top hip-hop radio station, Hot 107.9. This serendipitous move unexpectedly launched Dominique’s career in radio. Under the mentorship of industry professionals, she became a skilled board operator, producing shows for renowned personalities like Michael Baisden and Rickey Smiley.
Over the next decade, Dominique expanded her repertoire, becoming a radio personality and hosting music-driven TV shows. Her ambition drove her to explore various facets of entertainment, including club events and college parties. She even worked as a personality for Streetz 94.5 before fully committing to her music career.
Relocating to Los Angeles, Dominique conquered the prestigious high school tour as a singer, rapper, and entertainer. Her talents extended beyond music, as she delved into theater, film, and social media comedy. Notable achievements include co-hosting CBS’s music variety show “Trap City ATL” and garnering recognition for her acting and comedic timing.
Dominique Danielle’s story is one of relentless pursuit and adaptability. Her diverse skill set, coupled with unwavering morals, hard work, and resilience, continues to propel her forward in the entertainment industry. As she expands her horizons, there seems to be no limit to what this multi-faceted talent can achieve.
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