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Walking Two Paths: Get Dressed to the Nines While D Kirk KV Gives a Solid Ten Performance
Dwayne Kirkland, more popularly known as D Kirk KV is a 27-year-old musician and entrepreneur from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania who has built his image on both the clothing and music industries over the years. He expresses his love for the culture the rough his art and business, which also reflects his personality as an artistic go-getter who aims for nothing but perfection.
“I am learning and growing as an artist and business entrepreneur. With (only) more to achieve in the next few years to come!” he shared.
D Kirk KV is out to prove that he can do so much more in terms of his music and business, his expansion in both endeavors is fueled by a passion and dedication that burns with a desire to be better with every passing day. His drive to pursue greatness in these two areas of interest is astounding, no other person comes this close. Seeing him work on his stuff makes everyone else want to work harder at their grind. This artist is an inspiration to the public.
Ambition + Passion
What do you get when you combine ambition and passion? You get the one only D Kirk KV.
His ambition is admirable, he established a clothing line and urban apparel named D&J Clothing summer of last year, June 2021 with his co-owner Latasha Melody. Business has been good ever since, serving up an array of affordable, stylish, and trendy urban fashion that is suitable for everyone regardless of gender. Their products range from accessories, hats, athletic wear, and they even have winter gear! D&J Clothing has something for everyone, every day of the year.
With ambition, comes passion. This is where D Kirk KV’s music comes in. Influenced by bus father’s love for the art, his fire for making music has been burning for five years in the industry, constantly honing his talent by creating his own works collaborating with other artists so that he could share his knowledge while learning from others as well.
He is growing more and more with every passing day, both as an entrepreneur and a musician. His two paths are enriched with pure genius, hard work, and artistic quality, always bringing something new to the table with D&J Clothing set to release a summer collection this year, and just released his new hit single “Tempted” feat. xBValentine which are doing great on the music scenes.
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D People behind D Kirk KV
D Kirk KV’s career as an entrepreneur and a musician are both powered by the people who support these endeavors, his natural talent and creativity draw crowds to him in such a way that they are influenced and inspired by the incredible perseverance and dedication that he has for his business and music. He shares a piece of wisdom for them:
“Always continue to reach your goals no matter what obstacles come your way.”
He is a person who wants to be an example for those who look up to him, his business and music are more than just endeavors that fulfill his soul, but also ways for him to leave an impact on the people that he is able to touch through his actions.
As an entrepreneur and a musician, he wishes to leave an imprint on the world by sharing his journey and spreading the wisdom he has picked up along the way whether it is on the business side or the music side of things.
Be sure to check out his clothing line D&J Clothing, and “Tempted” feat. xBValentine. Find out more about D Kirk KV on Instagram and Facebook.
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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