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Get to Know Rising Artist: brandon blkk
What is your name/stage name?
I go by the name “brandon blkk”. I used to go by “B-Nice!”, but I felt like I outgrew the name as I progressed. I wanted people to perceive my art a little different.
How would you describe your musical style?
I feel like I don’t really have one. Art is a feeling, and I just record however I feel at the time. Some would say ‘lyrical mircale’, others would call it ‘preachy’. My style is is open for interpretation by the audience.
Where are you from?
Memphis, TN.
Currently, I’m in art school for animation while also trying to achieve my musical goals. My ultimate goal is to be an artist. Whether it be music or animated movies, I want to people to enjoy my thoughts along with me.
How long have you been making music?
I technically started rapping around 15 or 16. But I didn’t really take it all that serious until around 21.
What was your first song/project?
I had a project on SoundCloud when I was 18 named “Ghetto Gospel”. I deleted a lot of the songs, but I kept the ones I felt like deserved to stay up. (It was really bad).
How serious are you about your career?
I couldn’t be anymore serious. This is what I want out of life. A life without me creating art would be nearly meaningless.
Who’s your inspiration?
Everything. I feel like you can apply all different art forms into your music. The term “rhythm” is literally used in painting. The cinematic feeling you get at the start of a movie, who’s to say you can’t create that emotion to start an album?
What was it like working with you?
I have no idea, you’d have to ask people I’ve work. Hopefully they like me lol. I try to be as nice as possible to people, it’s just the southern hospitality in me or some shit like that.
What are some features you have?
A bad trait of mine that I’ve been trying to fix is me being way too introverted. People crazy dog. On top of that, I don’t like shit. Everybody sound the same, no one trying to be different no more; niggas just do what works—or what they think works. But I’ve worked with this guy named Tony Sundance, he’s super fire.
Are you signed to a label?
No. But I’d only see myself signing to a record label who’d actually need me, and not just another artist on payroll. It’s not about the bread for me, it’s about the art and the brand.
Who are your biggest supporters?
My friends and family. I don’t know, I don’t have much of a fanbase at all. Which is fine with me, as long as I know there’s people I’m making proud.
What are you currently working on?
Cartoons, Music, Animated Movies, name it.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Who knows. Life is such a roller coaster ride of ups and downs, random inconveniences, and heartbreaks. There’s no telling where you’ll be and how you get there. Things can change in an instant. Hell, this article might be the random opportunity that changes my life. You just never know man.
What is your latest release and next release?
My most recent release was a little loosie to try to draw some attention to me and my art titled “Cashmoves”. The real surprise is my next project titled “Don’t Leave Me”. Don’t Leave Me was created in a very dark space in my life where I used the studio as a therapy. I put everything I had into it, and I want it to be perfect on release.
What’s next for you?
Godspeed.
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Marc “Mayjah” Payne Elevates in the game with New Album Levels of Payne, Featuring Rap Icon Shorty T and Kung Fu Rasta Sifu Bosco
LOS ANGELES, CA – Rising hip-hop artist and social media influencer Marc “Mayjah” Payne unveils his latest studio album, Levels of Payne, a boundary-pushing musical journey that blends West Coast lyricism, Southern grit, and Caribbean soul. With high-profile features from New Orleans rap legend Shorty T and St. Lucia’s reggae ambassador Sifu Bosco, this project solidifies Mayjah Payne’s position as one of the most dynamic new voices in global hip-hop.
Hailing from the West Side of Los Angeles, Mayjah Payne built his reputation not only as a gifted lyricist but also as a multi-talented producer and storyteller. Known for using hip-hop as his artform to speak on life, struggle, and ambition, he’s no stranger to growth. Levels of Payne reflects that evolution—a matured, sharpened sound fused with international influence and raw authenticity.
The album’s standout track, “Don’t Mean Nothin,” pairs Mayjah’s slick bars with Shorty T’s Southern bounce and storytelling, forming a gritty anthem about surviving through adversity and rising to the top. Meanwhile, “Ashes To Ashes, Dust to Dust” brings a melodic twist as Sifu Bosco’s reggae harmonies flow effortlessly with Mayjah’s laid-back delivery, celebrating heritage, unity, and peace through music.
With Levels of Payne, Mayjah Payne continues to expand his creative legacy. His previous projects have earned airplay on over 72 radio stations and charted Top 40 on 34 of them, and this latest release is already generating buzz across streaming platforms. Known for his high-energy performances and verified Instagram reach, Mayjah is taking this project worldwide to connect with audiences from California to the Caribbean.
Critics are already calling Levels of Payne his most complete and ambitious work to date. “This is for the art – this is for the culture,” says Payne. “It’s not just about where I’m from—it’s about where we’re all going. Music should bring people together. That’s what this album is all about.”
Levels of Payne is now available on Spotify, Apple Music, and TIDAL. For fans of authentic hip-hop with a global heartbeat, this album is a must-listen.
Follow Marc “Mayjah” Payne on Instagram and other social media platforms @MayjahPayne and visit www.mayjahpayne.com for interviews, bookings, and press inquiries.
Watch “The Streets Don’t Love You” from the project “Levels of Payne” here below on the @MayjahPayne instagram page.
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Bianca Ciocca is back with an electrifying new single, “BED,” released on Valentine’s Day in collaboration with Chiato Records. This track is a mesmerizing fusion of Afro drill and sultry vibes, delivering a hypnotic rhythm that pulses with raw emotion and bold energy.
With lyrics like “Te busco y siempre estás, ya no hay marcha atrás” (I look for you and you are always there; there is no turning back), Bianca captures the essence of irresistible attraction and deep connection. The song’s smooth yet powerful beat makes it the perfect late-night anthem—whether you’re cruising through city lights or lost in an intimate moment.
🔥 “BED” is now available on all streaming platforms! Don’t miss out—stream, share, and spread the love.
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Bianca Ciocca: A Sonic Nomad Pushing Boundaries
Italian-German powerhouse Bianca Ciocca is more than just a musician—she’s a visionary artist whose creativity spans across singing, composing, acting, dancing, and fashion design. Based in Berlin, her music is a reflection of her nomadic soul, seamlessly blending elements of Hip-Hop, Trap, Latin, Dancehall, and Drum & Bass.
Her dynamic stage presence—whether performing solo, with a band, or as a DJ—has captivated audiences across the globe. Currently on a worldwide tour, Bianca is also preparing to unveil her upcoming album, “Bubble of Screams,” a deeply personal project inspired by her first Berlin winter, where she faced darkness, ghosts, and transformation through music.
With performances spanning Mexico, the USA, Europe, Africa, and India, Bianca has made her mark internationally, collaborating with acclaimed artists such as Tribuman, Nash, Maxi Roots, Sick Boy Simon, and Toy Selectah.
Following the success of her last album, “Jungle Tropical Feeling,” Bianca continues to break barriers, using her music as a force of empowerment—representing women, human rights, and fearless self-expression through the Girrrlx Power collective.
💖 Stay Connected with Bianca Ciocca: https://linktr.ee/biancacioccamusic
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WeslyNorth: The Eclectic Artist’s Journey from The New Hippie Nation to “I Take It Back”
WeslyNorth was born in Salisbury, MD on the 3rd of December in 1988 as William Hudgins Named after his father, who was an army vet and later became a local DJ. William was raised in the church, as his mother is a devout Jehovah Witness who sung in the choir regularly.
Born into a musically inclined household, WeslyNorth developed a love for the art at a young age. At the age of 18, WeslyNorth started a collective of artists and musicians in DC called The New Hippie Nation. The collective grew into something that still thrives in DC where most know him as Willy Wesly.
His creative process consists mainly of views that allow his writing to flow. Bright rooms with windows, pops of vibrant color and tea with honey help him focus on curating the songs he’s known for, but don’t box him in. His style is eclectic as he pulls from artist inspiration he’s heard his entire life. Growing up listening to music from Fred Hammond, OutKast, De La Soul, J Dilla, Slum Village and Nate Dogg. Artists like James Fauntleroy, Jon Bellion, beaux nox, aldae, Isaiah Huron, Dijon and Sunsetto are just a few of the many he aspires to today.
His new album is titled “I take it back. An apology to those he has not shown his best to. It is a hopeful reverse of bad karma for anything negative he’s done or said. He sees this album as a way to say, “If I’ve ever hurt you or hurt myself..I take it back, maybe I meant it in the moment but I take it all back now.”
The album is a mix of melodic soul pieces that feature stadium sounds and choir harmonies. It is a cinematic, feel good, road trip, morning mood type of vibe that we cannot wait to hear.
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