Why Don Diablo and Jessie J’s ‘Brave’ is This Summer’s Healthy Hit
Last year, Don Diablo and Jessie J made the music charts with their track, ‘Brave’. With COVID-19 still at large and shaping 2020 into a year full of surprises, the topic of mental health has become even more prevalent in our everyday routine, particularly for music artists.
It just so happens that we stumbled back upon this amazing track, which not only has a summer vibe but that kick of inspiration that can help keep our motivation at high-levels, whether we are working out from home or just trying to get through the day.
Diablo dedicated the song on Twitter last year to “all our BRAVE people out there struggling with LIFE in any way, shape or form,” as reported by Billboard.
“Sometimes, you just need an extra push to have more courage in life and more courage to chase your dreams or to simply stand up for what you believe in,” Diablo shared upon the track’s initial release.
Written by Don Schipper (Don Diablo), Edvard Førre Erfjord, Henrik Barman Michelsen, James Newman, Janee Bennett, Jess Glynne, Martijn van Sonderen, and Sophie Francis Cook, ‘Brave’ gives us all the energy we need to take on whatever challenge we face during the quarantine and social distancing requirements.
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Last month, the ‘Brave’ singer announced to Women’s Health Magazine that she’s been putting in the work to keep her body in shape, starting with her diet. Last year, Jessie J opened up about her decision to go vegan and cut out sugar from her diet.
“So four years ago, I cut out sugar from my diet to try and stop bacteria from building up in my body,” she shared in an interview with Plant Based News. “Once I cut out sugar, I realized how much I began to enjoy food when it was good for me–and it was balancing out everything–my health, my moods, my sleep.”
Jack Garratt Performs as the Ultimate One-Man Band for Dizzy Billboard Live At-Home
On July 21, Jack Garratt became a one-man band for his Billboard Live At-Home set, which raised some money for The Trevor Project, a nationwide LGBTQ+ youth suicide prevention organization.
As the UK electronics artist invited online concertgoers to “sit in the beautiful pinkness of my jumpsuit,” he sat in the middle of his panoramic keyboard and drum machine studio with an electric guitar in his lap. He enhanced “Better,” “Circles” and “Time” from his 2020 album Love, Death & Dancing with his circular set-up, but the real doozy was his comedic banter on which camera to watch.
“There’s more cameras than I thought there were. Wait, wait, wait …,” he drifted in his speech while frantically turning his head all around and above him. But if one person were to be surveilling him carefully, he said it would be his younger self. “If 13-year-old me knew that on a Facebook show I would just play the guitar and ad-libbed a melody to ‘Oh, it feels good to play guitar,’ he would disown me because that’s just embarrassing for everyone.”
See Jack Garratt’s whole Billboard Live At-Home performance below, and donate to The Trevor Project here.
Warner Chappell Music Signs Latin Grammy-Winning Producer Tony Succar
Warner Chappell Music, Warner Music Group’s musical publication arm, has entered into a publishing agreement with Grammy award-winning producer Tony Succar, which can be confirmed by Billboard.
After Michael Jackson ‘s 2015 salsa-inspired tribute album Unity: The Latin Tribute to Michael Jackson, which debuted No. 1 on Billboard’s Tropical Albums Charts, the award-winning Peruvian producer, musician and arranger last year won Latin Grammy for Best Salsa Album (Más De Mí) and producer of the year.
“It’s important for me to be able to experiment and constantly evolve my sound, and I’m thrilled to partner with a team like WCM where that’s supported and encouraged,” Succar said in a statement. “I’m looking forward to collaborating with talent from different genres and cultures to create something truly unique, which is what I strive for everyday as a producer, composer, and artist. And of course bringing my Peruvian sound to the international music market is a big focus for me, it’s my culture and my roots, and the world needs to hear more of us.”
“We’re always looking to partner with genre-defying innovators like Tony,” said Gustavo Menendez, president, WCM Latin America. “His unexpected and fresh take on salsa and jazz paired with his one-of-a-kind tropical beats makes for a unique sound that has captivated listeners. We know there are even bigger things ahead for him!”
Succar recently partnered with the Raices Jazz Orchestra of Dr. Pablo Gil to release its first self-titled album in May. The album combines jazz and Latin musical styles with Grammy-winning artist such as Richard Bona and Anaadi.
August Alsina Defines His ‘Entanglements’ to Jada Pinkett Smith on New Record With Rick Ross: Listen
Since Jada Pinkett Smith broke the news of her “entanglement” with August Alsina at the Red Table Talk last week, the Louisiana crooner is back on his new track with a raging rebuttal.
Titled “Entanglements,” Alsina taps Rick Ross for a hot partnership featuring multiple shots of fire on his old flame, Pinkett Smith. Published by up-and-coming songwriter Derrick Milano, lines like “That ain’t my girl, but I got the key to the crib and to the car” and “You left your man just to f— with me and break his heart” reside on the rocky anthem.
Alsina also quips on the sense of entanglement on the hook of the single, singing: “The definition of entanglement is when you’re tangled in the sheets.”
Pinkett Smith felt the attention of the Red Table Talk as she wanted to downplay her relationship with Alsina and referred to it as an “entanglement.” Upon being asked to expand on her comment by her husband, Will Smith, Pinkett Smith said: “Yes, it was a relationship, absolutely. I was in a lot of pain and I was very broken,” she said. “Now in the process of that relationship, I definitely realized that you can’t find happiness outside of yourself.”
She also explained why, after her breakup with Smith, she searched after August. “That idea of needing to fix, being drawn to people that need help. Whether it’s your health or whether it’s your addictions, there’s something about that childhood trauma that feels as though it can be fixed through fixing people, versus fixing me.”
Rising Rap Artist D’NME: Achieving Success Through Artistic Freedom and Creative Control
For rising rapper D’NME, artistic freedom and creative control mark the authenticity of a music artist. These also help musicians stand out and showcase their real talents, whether through a bold and daring form of lyricism or a unique style of song delivery. Without these two, artists would have to fit into the mainstream arena, where expressing their musical niche would be close to impossible.
Roderick Anson, more popularly known as rap artist D’NME, may not fit the mold, but he has been making significant noise in the rap industry. As a completely independent Canadian rapper, he has capitalized on his complete artistic freedom and control over his music. He has taken on some daring moves as he creates music featuring raw lyrical content. He also has experimented with his unique rapping style to give the listeners a different feel when they hear his songs. All these have landed him to where he is today.
D’NME is the first Canadian rapper in history to receive the accolade “Freestyle Of The Week” from the DogHouse radio show. He has been featured in Hip Hop Weekly magazine’s Indie Grind Spotlight section and many other influential platforms such as Respect. Mag, Power 105.1, and USA Today.
The up-and-coming musician entered the Toronto rap industry in the late 2000s with his first mixtape, “The Death of Me.” Several more mixtapes followed, including “Guns & Roses,” which was hosted by the late DJ Whiteowl in 2012 and the mixtape “I Smell Blood In The Water” hosted by Southern Smoke DJ Smallz. He has also recorded a freestyle for the legendary hip-hop star Sway Calloway, which was aired in Sway’s popular show Sway In The Morning.
Recently, he dropped his single “Untouchable,” which has been streamed over 150,000 on Spotify. He takes pride in this single as this has been one of the most authentic songs he has ever created. Here, he exhibited complete control and freedom in creating the music. For this track, he went all in with the rawness of the lyrical content. And it garnered much spotlight on different platforms.
For Spotify alone, the rapper has over 50,000 monthly listeners. Last 2019, he had over 250,000 listeners from 79 countries, and overall, he had more than 400,000 streams. His YouTube channel is also growing with 10,000 subscribers. Several of his videos have reached millions of views. The most viewed video is “The Stars,” reaching over 4,000,000 views, followed by “Can’t Nobody Do It My Way” with 2,000,000 views.
Today, the talented hip-hop artist continues to make music with the hopes of inspiring more people to chase their dreams without having to change themselves. Authenticity makes one stand out from the rest of the competition, and this is what has brought D’NME in the limelight in and outside Canada’s rap scene. He believes that to achieve success, artists have to continue growing and getting better and that in the end, growth is more of a journey and not a destination.
To get to know more about D’NME, feel free to reach out and connect with him through his site.
Up-And-Coming Rap Artist Caron AKA Ronnie’s Quest to Stardom
Music is a constant in everyday living. It is everywhere; it is the alarm tone on the phone, the beeping of the microwave oven, the background noise on the elevator, and it is in TV commercials. Simply put, it is everywhere, but while it is just a part of day-to-day living for most, it is an ever-present entity for those who make a career of it and aspire to be known in the music industry.
Up-and-coming rap artist Caron AKA Ronnie was born Timothy Caron Jordan Kirksey Lanier. Born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and raised in the 978 Area of Lawrence and Lowell, he grew up in a household full of music. With an exceptionally skilled musician as his father, he and his nine other siblings were constantly exposed to music since infancy. His father was also the one to teach him his musical skills of singing and playing the keyboard.
He discovered the vast opportunities for self-expression with the hip-hop genre of music when he was 10 years of age. Inspired by artists he looked up to, he started practicing right after. The foundations of Caron’s remarkable musical style then started to be built as early as that age. Initially, he delved into the world of music for the fun of it, but he later realized that he could aim higher and reach greater heights through his craft, and he began seriously writing and making music in 2019 with the goal of achieving stardom.
There began his quest for more exposure. Already with streams reaching the thousands on his Spotify artist page, it is impressive considering that his earliest tracks were released in 2020. His most popular songs are “Bounce” and “Touchdown,” with thousands of streams each.
On the 24th of February this year, he released his first Ep on Spotify with the title Change composed of four title tracks. The first track is “I Got Heart (Intro)” and has been produced as a music video by 1iVisuals on Youtube.
With his existing tracks well-received by his fans, many are expecting that he will soon produce more quality content in the future. That may not come for quite some time yet, considering that his latest single was released only in May 2020. Entitled One Life, it features a thumbnail saying, “No one sees what you do, even when they do,” referring to the injustices in today’s society.
Caron hopes that his music will touch the hearts and minds of all races, considering that he writes his songs with the intent of inclusivity in mind. He is not competitive by nature and is not interested in competing with his co-artists. Instead of competition, he prefers that each artist would view another as motivation to do better. Aside from wanting to inspire his co-artists, he wants to inspire his fans as well, with the message, “Giving up isn’t an option”.
Family and friends have expressed their admiration of his strong work ethic and unpredictable creativity. They all have high hopes on Caron and expect that in due time, his hard work and vision will flourish.
For more information on Caron AKA Ronnie, check out his Spotify profile and YouTube channel Caron aka Ronnie .
Hot Debut: Blonde Sherese Sings About Her Struggle to the Top with Single “Why I Do”
Blonde Sherese has just recently debuted, dropping her single “Why I Do (featuring June B)” last July 3, 2020. The 51-year-old African American singer-songwriter has been writing since she was nine years old. Her debut song brings a fresh new sound to the table and talks about how hard the artist has worked before finally being able to release her single.
Camellia Sherese Wood, or Blonde Sherese, was born in the state of Illinois. She grew up in a variety of income level households, from the farms of Michigan to the streets and churches of Ohio and Illinois. As a child, Sherese lived in multiple foster homes with her parents, separately, and relatives.
She got married at 19 and, after a long struggle with herself, tried to end her life at 29 years old. Within a year of that, at the age of 30, Blonde Sherese ended her marriage. Alone with her four children, Sherese felt conflicted and had to make what she describes as the hardest choice in her life. She allowed her children to live with their father in Pennsylvania.
In a time of hurt and confusion, Sherese found solace in the church. Having been introduced to the bible and the institution at the tender age of five, Sherese was able to connect with the church authorities. At 45, she serviced the church in the offices of lay minister, minister of praise or liturgical dance, assistant superintendent of the Sunday school department, certified community service chaplain, and women’s ministry leader. She also worked in community outreach, as choir director, and in various committees and groups.
During that period in her life, Sherese was part of the working class homeless despite holding jobs as Medical Assistant, Research Project Manager, Regional Billing Specialist, Chiropractic Assistant, and Clinical Research Coordinator. Hard at work trying to keep her finances afloat and sharpening her writing craft, Sherese was taken unaware when, at forty-seven, she was diagnosed with Stage 3A Breast Cancer. It was her battle with cancer that changed her life.
“Breast cancer reminded me, I have gifts and dreams that I’ve yet to pursue,” Sherese reveals. Having gone through more than her fair share of pitfalls, hurts, disappointments, and struggles, Sherese has learned that a positive and persistent attitude in confronting issues and overcoming hurdles is what results in an abundant life.
Aside from working on her music, Sherese spends her time performing stand up comedy. She is also proficient in several musical instruments, including the flute, clarinet, bassoon, trumpet, and the piano.
Now at fifty-one, Sherese walks on the footprints of her creator. In 2019, she founded The Dimple Foundation. The non-profit organization provides services and products for people actively going through chemotherapy and radiation for breast cancer. Through her music, she hopes to inspire people to follow their dreams and tell them that no matter what anyone says, they are enough and worthy. “I want them to be inspired by my story and walk away feeling if she can do, say and feel; I can too!” she remarks.
Sherese’s debut single, “Why I Do,” which features the talent of June B, is available for listening on YouTube. For more information on Blonde Sherese and her music, visit the official website.
Upcoming Artist Traviee is Shaking Things Up in Global Rap Landscape
The music industry is getting denser every day. Many artists strive to be heard by building their sound. Each of the musical talents does their best to create an impact in the business in hopes of separating themselves from the other hopefuls who share the same dream. Among the upcoming rap artists today is Traviee. Although he is new in the industry, he has already made waves with his unique tracks and inspiring message.
Traviee is an American rapper, singer, and record producer known for his authentic taste in music. His tracks are well-blended with a combination of rap, hip-hop, R & B, and gospel. Through his music, Traviee delivers profound messages in hopes to uplift those who are struggling with negativity in their lives. Music has a unique ability to comfort souls, and Traviee is making the most out of the art form to strengthen others and bring them closer to God spiritually.
The rapper was born as Travis MacAuthur Sailor to a musically-inclined family in Jacksonville, Arkansas. Traviee grew up with music. It was one of the things that remained constant in their home. And so, his passion for music began at a very young age, under the influence of his parents. They were Traviee’s most significant support system and encouraged him to better his craft in music.
His mother was Martha Sailor, who, at an early age, discovered her talent and passion for music. She wrote songs that carried important messages. She dreamed of working and writing songs for many legendary music icons like Michael Jackson and many more. Later on, she would use her talents, serving God as a great member of their church’s choir.
Traviee’s father, on the other hand, was Craig Sailor, another passionate musician. He was the bass guitar player for the New Frontier Gospel Band in Memphis, Tennessee, in 2004. Indeed, musical talents ran in their family. Traviee was blessed to have such parents who would expose him to the joy of being used by God through music. Today, Traviee combines his unique flow in rapping with serving God. He knew that it is the music his parents wanted him to pursue.
Traviee recently released his first album on the 12th of April this year. Many listeners were stunned by his musical talents when they come across his songs on major streaming platforms. Among Traviee’s music avenues were Spotify, Apple Music, Google Play, Deezer, and many more. His confidence shows through in his music video. It was apparent that Traviee wanted to let the world know who he is as an artist and what he can do. He wanted to leave a mark in the heats of his listeners, and he succeeded.
Among his amazing songs is “Heart of A Gemini.” It boasts over 20,000 views on his YouTube channel today. Many were impressed at his distinct flow and delivery. His audiences were awestruck at how Traviee crafted a song with a profound message and paired it with his contemporary edge. The rapper included his journey and snippets of his faith into the track.
Traviee envisions himself to be an international artist, selling out arenas and inspiring people with his music. The music industry better keep an eye of this talented rapper because, soon, he will dominate the global rap landscape.
Listen to Traviee’s music on his YouTube channel.
Urban Blaze Is Setting the Country Music Charts on Fire with His Latest Releases
Urban Blaze is an 18-year-old aspiring country singer/social media influencer who is setting new heights under the management team at Youngville Agency. Formerly known as Abraham Numerick, Urban Blaze has had a major rebranding. On July 3, 2020, he recently released his biggest single yet called “Meet Me at the Farm,” featuring the national TV star Big Smo. Urban has been met with many positive responses from his latest single, which is one of two features he has with Big Smo. His musical journey has been on the right track ever since. He was also given the opportunity to share the stage with Texas Country Music Hall of Fame artist Neil McCoy.
Urban Blaze is poised to release his gritty country song “Garners Ferry Road!” on August 20, 2020. He records with an award-winning team that has helped him develop into an independent artist seeking success to a well-celebrated artist who has achieved over 125,000 streams and multiple major collaborations in a span of 8 months. His management team has continued to provide Urban with 100% of all the royalties, event profits, merchandise, and promotions. He’s one of a kind, learning the ins and outs of the music industry and how to successfully be in the contract while retaining all rights and royalties to his music. Urban is a true inspiration to independent artists worldwide.
Urban’s plans for 2020 is jam-packed with music releases and collaborations with various artists in the music industry. In the fall of 2020, he is set to release his debut country album City Boy, Country Tastes along with the second Big Smo feature titled “Take Me Back Home” and their collaborative music video.
No genre absolutely defines Urban Blaze. His musical style is very diverse, and he utilizes influences from multiple genres within hip-hop and country music. His energy and passion for music knows no bounds as he excites crowds and performs at charity events free of charge. He was the inspiration for a statewide fundraising effort called the Power of 11 Cents which raised over $50,000 in two years. As a result the Missouri legislature recognized his efforts and the Missouri Military Relief Fund was then created.
Urban’s music is diverse and inclusive. His music appeals to people from all walks of life. He has built a fanbase from all over the world due to his many travels. He frequently converses with other people from different cultures and different countries to connect with them and understand their souls. Being a multilingual individual, he likes to break the language barrier to share his love for music.
His brand is 100% unapologetically Urban. He bares his soul through his music and aims to connect with his worldwide audience deeply. He inspires and encourages his fans to reach for their dreams the same way he has. Later down the line, he plans to finish college with two degrees, namely, audio engineering and music business. With his hunger and passion for learning about the music industry, it’s no surprise how much success Urban Blaze has enjoyed in such a short amount of time. Needless to say, sooner or later, there will come a time when Urban Blaze becomes a household name in the music industry.
To follow Urban Blaze’s musical journey and listen to his music, drop by on Spotify.
Corey Parks Delivers Solid Rap Music that Helps Change Lives for the Better
After his experience with drugs, gangs, and violence, Corey Parks is on a mission to improve his life and the life of others. He hopes to achieve this with the power of rap music.
Parks was born in New York City. He attended Park West High School in Manhattan. At a very young age, he already experienced difficulties with keeping his act clean. Drug dealing, gangs, and violence soon became a way of life for him. He began committing crimes at the age of 12 and ended up in prison at the age of 16.
In the 15 years that Corey spent as an inmate, he also saw over 15 prisons. Dealing with all the uncertainty was especially difficult for him during this period in his life. Until now, he would still break down when he shares that, “Prison was a major challenge.” However, it was also in these difficult circumstances where he had the epiphany to make necessary changes in his life for the better.
After being released from prison, Parks started Success Is a Journey, Inc. This charity organization focuses on helping past inmates adjust to living life in the outside world once again. Parks knows firsthand what a struggle it can be for people to re-enter and navigate civilian life. He hopes to serve as a guide for past inmates through this challenging transition.
The efforts of this organization include conducting speaking engagements in schools on topics like violence, education, and decision-making. It has also provided avenues to discuss issues on overcoming adversities, substance abuse in urban communities, and personal growth and development.
Among the many lessons that he learned in prison, Parks realized the importance of believing in oneself in order to be successful. Building dreams is a skill that he has learned and taught others. He also learned the importance of finding out what he is good at. This was how he realized that writing and making music was the path that he should take to effect positive change.
Corey’s songwriting reflects the life he once lived in contrast to the life he is now living. Because of the wide range of the content of his songs, people of all ages from all walks of life can relate. This includes the local drug dealer, gang member, and retired thug. Reaching out to these individuals, his music is inclusive and is what the rap scene has been missing.
Most recently, Corey started the New York City Rap Star Mixtape project. DJ Immortal of Outlaw Radio hosts the mixtape. This project continues on Parks’ commitment to deliver quality content through music and creative talent. The content is based on reality mixed with unique storylines. This separates them from the competition and allows them to deliver the best product. It intends to give viewers a better perspective of the hard life that some people live in their respective communities.
The New York City Rap Star Mixtape is currently streaming online and is free for download on major music platforms.
Get updates on Corey Parks by visiting his website.