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“Mountaintop music: takeaways from RG43s newest release ”

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2 years ago

April 14, 2022

Staff

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Reid Gardner, more commonly known as RG43, is a 17-year-old singer/songwriter from Ottawa, Ontario who has started to build a noticeable fan base over the past two years. The artist’s debut release was a single titled “the chase” which was released on April 2nd, 2021. Since the release of the chase, RG has not slowed down one bit and has continued to work hard behind the scenes, releasing two projects within 8 months.

RG43’s newest project “Mountaintop Music” was released on all platforms on March 4th, 2022. The project is an EP featuring 4 unique pieces of music that have been carefully selected for a deeper meaning. “Mountain top music” is a large change sonically from anything the artist has released before and features experimental and genre-bending tracks that have elements of Country, Folk, Alternative R&B, Pop, and Emo rap. The ep starts with the song “summer’s end” which was released as a single on February 18th,

2022 along with a music video as part of the ep rollout. The song details the struggles people face during the cold winter months and the heartbreak of a failed relationship. “Summers end” starts with wind sound effects which signify the changing of seasons and cold weather approaching. The first lyrics are: “Summers end feel the wind as it spins closing in winters coming back again winters coming back again”. Those lyrics allow the listeners to feel the change of the seasons and set the vibe perfectly for the rest of the ep.

The second song on the ep “How many days” is a song about two people that have feelings for each other but a relationship never forms between them. The guy doesn’t want the relationship to get in the way of his career and the girl is waiting for the guy to make a move. This track has a very unique song structure and does not have a repeating chorus which in today’s mainstream music is practically unheard of. With that being said the song could be interpreted as a love letter over drums. The instrumentation in this song is also very unique as it features multiple layers of distorted guitars that take the listener inside the mind of RG and allow the listener feel the emotions RG feels.

The third song on the ep “Freeze” brings the listener to a snowy mountain in the heart of winter. The name of the ep stems from the content matter of this song. Freeze tells the story of a broken relationship where the guy can’t love himself enough for the girl to love him so she eventually leaves. This song covers darker themes of depression and

self-hatred. The lyrics “ Feed me to the wolves let them all be full and free up my soul oul oul oull” really speak to the sad nature of the song. In those lyrics above RG is saying the character would rather see the wolves eat than live because he feels as though he is worth nothing. In the end, He feels as though he is a burden to everyone and begs for the girl to leave him despite knowing that she is the only one that can save him.

The last song on the ep “20 seconds/match” is the only song on the ep to not feature drums. The song has a very slow guitar that is paired with soothing soothing vocals to create the perfect outro. The song starts with the character saying he wants love even if he knows it’s fake and has a very sad undertone. The song continues in this manner until the beat switches.

In the second half of the song “match”, the character seems to be enlightened and comes to the conclusion that he can love himself and the girl he was hurt over is in the past. This is a much more positive RG than seen previously on the tape and lets the listener see the light at the end of the tunnel. This half of the song wraps the project up wonderfully and leaves the listener feeling happy and hopeful for the future.

All in all, this is a very impressive work from an artist so young and displays a great amount of progress from RG’s first project “INDEX”. I’m very excited to hear what this young man comes up with next as I feel as though his creativity and dedication to the craft will take him to new places never heard before and his love for music will continue to be reflected in his work and bring a positive energy to the world.

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Actress Lunden De’Leon Rounds Out Cast in Action Film ‘Loaded Deck’

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11 hours ago

April 20, 2024

Staff

Actress Lunden DeLeon (Sweet Home Carolina) has rounded out the cast of the action film “Loaded Deck” directed by Jared Vineyard. The film centers around an undercover cop who falls in love with the woman he’s assigned to take down.

In the middle of a heist-gone-wrong, she tasks him with finding the snitch in her crew with his own life depending on his success. Rounding out the cast of Loaded Deck is Daniel Baldwin (Cold Case), Kevin Sorbo (Hercules), Jamal Woodlard (Notorious) and Quinton Aaron (The Blind Side).

Best known for her role in the television series “Vital Signs”, De’Leon has starred and co-starred in over 50 movies and television shows including “Sweet Home Carolina”, “Somebody’s Child”, and the hit comedy “We’re the Millers” to name a few. De’Leon’s upcoming films includes the action movie “48”, “Father Knows Best” and the suspense thriller “Paydert”. “Loaded Deck” is slated for production this Fall.

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Breaking Boundaries: Block Bezzle’s New Single “Where We At” Trending Now

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5 days ago

April 15, 2024

Staff

Block Bezzele's Storytelling Is On Another Level

Renowned for his lyrical prowess and authentic storytelling, Miami native and independent hip-hop artist Block Bezzle is back with a bang, unleashing his latest track titled “Where We At” on April 26, 2024.

With a distinct blend of catchy beats and compelling lyrics, “Where We At” showcases Block Bezzle’s undeniable talent and unwavering commitment to his craft. Drawing inspiration from his experiences
growing up in Miami, Block Bezzle delivers raw and unfiltered verses that resonate with audiences far
and wide.

“Where We At” serves as a testament to Block Bezzle’s evolution as an artist, highlighting his versatility and ability to captivate listeners with his unique sound. From the infectious hook to the mesmerizing production, the track is set to leave a lasting impression on hip-hop enthusiasts worldwide.

Block Bezzle’s passion for music and dedication to his artistry shine through in every verse, as he continues to push boundaries and defy expectations with each release. With “Where We At,” he invites listeners on a journey through his world, offering a glimpse into the realities of life in Miami while
delivering an anthem that is sure to resonate with audiences everywhere.

On April 26, 2024Listeners can stream “Where We At” on all major platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube.

For more information about Block Bezzle and his music, please follow him on Instagram, Tik Tok, and X at @blockbezzle.

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About Block Bezzle: Block Bezzle is a Miami native and independent hip-hop artist known for his authentic lyrics and
captivating performances. With a distinctive sound that blends elements of trap, rap, and R&B, Block

Bezzle continues to push boundaries and make waves in the music industry. His latest single, “Where We At,” is a testament to his talent and unwavering dedication to his craft.

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“Benzino and Natalac Set to Shake Up the Scene with ‘Trending Topic’: Made-In-Detroit Single and Video Release Date Revealed”

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5 days ago

April 15, 2024

Staff

Natalac, the Jacksonville-famous rapper and CEO of Natalac Records and trucking company Natalac Express, has announced a brand new upcoming single drop featuring entrepreneur, TV personality, and rapper Benzino. “Trending Topic” will make its official debut on streaming platforms everywhere on April 12, 2024.

Benzino made waves in the hip hop and rap world when he released “Rap Elvis”, an Eminem diss that featured Natalac in white mink within the single’s official Detroit-filmed video. Benzino and Natalac collaborated on projects before “Rap Elvis” including “Run Tell That” on the ‘Love & Pimp-Hop’ album by Natalac, which was released in 2021.

“Trending Topic” is the newest partnership between Natalac and Benzino. The official video for this single was also filmed in Detroit and also features Bo$$ Money. “Trending Topic” is slated to be included in the upcoming Natalac album entitled ‘Return of Goldie’.

Natalac’s career in music spans more than two decades, with his voter’s rights single “Fire in Florida” catching the attention of the NAACP “Get Your Vote On” tour for the 2000 Presidential election. Since then, he’s released a steady stream of albums and worked on numerous projects over the years including the 2012 ‘Coast 2 Coast Mixtape Vol. 183’ with Wyclef Jean, Young Jeezy, Mary J. Blige, Ludacris and several volumes that would follow. Right now, Natalac is signed with his label Natalac Records.

Natalac has earned billions of views online with his charisma, talent, and raw perspective and is also known for his character A Pimp Named Slickback, which was featured on Adult Swim’s ‘The Boondocks’.

On April 12, 2024, fans and followers of both Natalac and Benzino can check out “Trending Topic” as it debuts online via leading streaming services. Learn more about Natalac now by visiting https://natalac.com/ and by Googling Natalac at http://bit.ly/2RcUJpn .

ABOUT NATALAC: Natalac is a Jacksonville, Florida, based rapper and CEO of Natalac Express and Natalac Records.

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