SPOTLIGHT: K.O.

Discovering a passion for music at a young age, artist K.O. began freestyling when he was 10 years old. Some of his influences include 2 Pac, Andre 3000 and Master P.  He feels the most influential rapper today is Young Thug. Even though K.O. is an up and coming rapper he spends a lot of time in the studio and has the work ethic of a seasoned industry vet.

He is current single “Rocky” is available on all platforms and you can expect a lot more music from this artist as he works hard to make a name for himself. In this oversaturated industry of cookie cutter rappers he definitely is in a lane of his own!

Follow his movement:

Instagram @_RVAKO

or Facebook : KO Da Opp

BEAT YARD ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Skinny Hardaway

With the work ethic of an industry vet Memphis artist Skinny Hardaway has been staying busy as usual since releasing his 1st project “Draft Day” late in 2017 followed up by his 2nd and 3rd projects “Never Again” and  “Draft Day 2” released in 2018. You can grab all 3 on Spinrilla.

Hardaway dropped a surprise EP “NBA” Never Be Average in June bringing his catalog up to 4 solo projects, 5 if you count the mixtape him and fellow Memphis up & coming artist (King XX) released in 2019.

Hip Hop is a culture and art movement that began in the Bronx in New York City and Skinny is working hard to keep it alive, which is not an easy task in a oversaturated industry.

Skinny also boosted his reputation as an independent artist performing and hosting his own shows in numerous venues in Atlanta, Dallas, Houston and many more locations.

Recently in the lab recording a new single with Memphis legend Kia Shine and fellow Hope Grind & A Dream (HGD) associate Dope Lhadii he stays busy perfecting his craft.

He caught the attention of a Interscope records A&R and had a meeting, in his words the meeting was “Real productive”.

Skinny is in a lane of his own as a lyricist and his magnetic personality and stage presence completes the package.

Follow his movement:

https://m.facebook.com/skinny.hardaway.921

West African Artist TWICY Drops Visual for New Single “Gimme Love”

West African rapper TWICY, with his mesmerizing vocals and sensational lyrics, is quickly climbing the ladder of success in his country of Ghana and abroad. In 2018 he was recognized as Central African Artist of the Year and recently appeared on Zylofon TV gaining him some well-deserved notoriety. TWICY grabs the attention of audiences with his truly dynamic live performances and has been touring throughout France and Germany increasing his fan base. His artistry has received praise from records executives and industry tastemakers who compare his talents to artists such as Davido, Wiz Kid, and Burna Boy. His latest single “Gimme Love”, produced by African super-producers DCQ x KP, is available on all streaming platforms.

Follow TWICY @EarnyTwicy (Instagram)

USA Booking Inquiries: Moses Dailey

mosesdailey@gmail.com / 404-239-8062

BEAT YARD SPOTLIGHT: KULA VONCILLE

THIS WEEK'S BEAT YARD ARTIST SPOTLIGHT IS ON KULA VONCILLE

          You remember legendary emcees such as Roxanne Shante, Queen Latifah, MC Lyte, the late Ms. Melodie, Monie Love, The Lady of Rage, Jean Grae, Bahamadia, Da Brat, Remy Ma, Rah Digga, and Lauryn Hill?  What do all these talented lyricists have in common?  Not only are the individuals on this list exceptionally gifted hip hop recording artists, but they are also strong, intelligent, powerful and influential women that were also inspirational to a nation of young girls aspiring to follow in their professional foot steps.  In 2019 and beyond we have Kula Voncille, the daughter that was birthed from the mother of golden era hip hop.  While the game is now saturated with female recording artists that would rather sacrifice substance in favor of shock value. Nowadays we have more Barbees, Strippers and IG models picking up the mic to represent for the ladies instead of strong willed, powerful women with integrity giving hope and motivation to the next generation of girls, but with the rise of Kula Voncille, she has enough stage presence, lyrical skills, flair and substance to bring the art of "femceeing" back to it's glory days.

          Kula Voncille was born and raised in the heart of Richmond, VA and is the living embodiment of the state mantra "VA is for Lovers and Hustlers" (because Kula is most certainly both of course).  Kula Voncille AKA Kueen Kong has always been a student of hip hop, but graduated from the school of hard knocking hip hop emcees in 2014 the year she started her music career.  In that year Kula won the Soul Logistic Radio Gong Show Contest and opened for the legendary Slick Rick.

          Kula's musical influences include but certainly not limited to Eminem, Lauryn Hill, J. Cole, T.I. and Redman just to name a few.  There is no one word that can encompass everything Kula Von is as an emcee.  Kula is so versatile as a performer that it's hard to put her in a box and hard for the artist to even describe herself, when others ask her to define her style she kicks a verse a capella to show them rather than tell them!

Kula Voncille has performed at various prestigious venues in many cities in Virginia such as Ma Michele Cafe and Catering, Maple Bourbon, 

The Camel, The Top, VCUs International Contemporary Arts Building, 

The Well Art Gallery, The Beauty and Barber Fashion Show.  Kula Voncille has also performed at Fashion Shows in Atlanta, as well as industry parties and open mixes in New York and North Carolina.  

Awards

2014 1st place winner of The Souls Logistics Gong Show Contest

2017 1st place winner of the Music and Lyrics Competition. 

2018 RVA Music Awards Best Rapper and Best Lyricist

Follow Kula Voncille on Social Media

FB: Kula Voncille 

FB Fan page: Music Page of Kula Voncille 

IG@Kula_Voncille

Twitter @kula0323

YouTube: Kula Voncille 

Soundcloud @Kula_Voncille

Reverbnation @Kula_Voncille

Kula Voncille doesn't just rock a crowd, she also BRINGS THE CROWD too.  Kula Voncille has fans and supporters around the states that love watching her perform live, so BOOK Kula Voncille for your next event!

FOR BOOKING E-mail 

Kula0322@gmail.com

VISIT KULA VONCILLE'S OFFICIAL WEBSITE AT 

http://www.KulaVoncille.com