Monday, June 17, 2019

BEAT YARD ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Rae Millz




Nation Record Label artist RAE MILLZ is a hatd hittin player in the game with work ethics of an industry vet! Growing up he was inspired by many artist from different genres and generations. From the baritone of Sam Cook to the melodies of Luther Vandross to the country of Randy Travis it has all influenced his music. Even today’s artist like Usher and Sam Smith inspire him. His style is described as R&B/Soul with a twist of Pop and Hip Hop. His versatility is unmatched.


His father cultivated his love of music at a young age he also found a love for instruments namely the piano and drums. As a teen he started playing drums for various churches in central Virginia. Music is in his blood. He discovered he has relatives in the music industry like Jeff Redd who performed new jack swing style R&B in the 90’s and the late great Thelonious Monk who was a jazz singer and composer. RAE MILLZ is focused and energetic with a magnetic stage presence. You can expect him to be in the game for years to come.

Monday, June 10, 2019

BEAT YARD ARTIST OF THE WEEK: REG




Check out the BEAT YARD featured artist of the week, REG!

Reg is an artist hailing from Raleigh, NC. He raps, produces, and writes his own material. He also has experience writing poetry as well. His music would definitely range from conscious to dark when the time comes. His influences include Rakim, KRS-One, 2Pac, Nas, Pharoahe Monch, The Doors, Michael Jackson, Prince Among others

Instagram: @mcregmusic

Twitter: @MCReg1


Spotify: @MC Reg 

Youtube: @regreviews

Friday, May 31, 2019

DISTRUCK - BABY HOW FAR




No stranger to the game Distruck is a rap artist from Yonkers, New York who is known for being a hardcore rapper. Looking to show is versatility he has worked with artists of many different genres.  He feels as an artist you should never limit yourself to one style. With a magnetic personality and  high-energy stage presence he garners new fans with every show.

His current single "Baby How Far" featuring Kman Oputa its a blend of Hip Hop with a catchy Afro beat. You can stay up to date with his movement here:
IG- @914struck



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Friday, May 24, 2019

SPOTLIGHT: Jookbox Neek



Female MC Jookbox Neek was influenced by Queen Latifah, Lady Rage, Erykah Badu and most recently Cardi B. They all have different styles and every song gives some form of knowledge, whether it's through pain/rage or through empowerment of women. Jookbox Neek embraces the challenge of keeping it real and setting the bar high for other female rappers.
Hip Hop is a culture and art movement that began in the Bronx in New York City and female MC Jookbox Neek is working hard to keep it alive, which is not an easy task in a oversaturated industry primarily dominated by males.
Born near the Panama Canal and raised in Montgomery, Alabama Jookbox Neek embraces the old school hip hop values and vows to always keep it real in her lyrics so people can relate.
Jookbox Neek is in a lane of her own as a lyricist and her magnetic personality and stage presence completes the package.

The Outsider will be her first single to hit all major platforms follwed by Unleashed. Stay up to date with her movement by following  @JookBoxneek on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, SoundCloud, and YouTube.

Sunday, May 19, 2019

Ice Black x Lil Ronny MothaF - Curb Check ( Official Music Video ) Shot By @VickMont





Ice Black x Lil Ronny MothaF - Curb Check ( Official Music Video ) Shot By @VickMont



Check out Ice Black's video "Curb Check" feat. Lil Ronny Mothaf. It is certainly a lot different Ice Blacks single “You Ready” featuring “Super Jay”. This is a super sexy single with melodic flows and soulful vocals and "Curb Check" is a high-tempo upbeat party song which displays the versatility this artist possesses.
Paris Jones from Oklahoma City, OK. better known as “Ice Black” discovered his love of music at the young age of 7. His love of music was born after entertaining family at events and picnics. His first influences of music and style were 2Pac, Nas and Michael Jackson.
Inspired by listening to instrumentals, it doesnt take much to get Ice Black’s creative juices flowing. He is setting the bar high for others with his strong lyrical content and passion for the game. His talents have satisfied the ears of some very discerning music fans.
Music is his passion and he stated the best advice he was given as far as the music business was to keep networking and keep an open mind to ideas that could take him further in the industry. His musical cadence of how he raps is an essential element in perfecting his sound and style.
He is currently pushing his single “You Ready” and “Goosing” will follow.
The video “You Ready” is like jumping in a time capsule to the 90’s which was am amazing era for soulful love songs. Fans can expect hot music and shows as Ice Black is focused, driven and always gives 100% in all he does!
Stay up to date with his movement on his Instagram and Twitter @iceblackflyguy, Facebook page @Paris Jones and also on iTunes, Spotify and Google Play.

Thursday, May 16, 2019

Ton 1000 - NOW OR NEVER EP (BEAT YARD SPOTLIGHT)



The new NOW OR NEVER EP from rapper Ton 1000 has some SURE FIRE HOT BEATS on it!  Download it yourself at the Spinrilla link below!

https://spinrilla.com/mixtapes/ton-1000-now-or-never-ep




Saturday, May 11, 2019

Summer Wave Fest (June 29th)




Don't miss the biggest concert to kick off the summer in Chicago! June 29th 7pm is Summer Wave Fest presented by Forever Entertainment and Mobbed Up Records. The event is going to be epic with performances by industry heavy-hitters Twista, Scarface, Yung Joc, Do Or Die, Lil Scrappy and more. Show support for some of Chicago's best indie artists as well! 

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