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🔥 Welcome to the Hotzone! 🔥 We're back and hotter than ever! Season 7 of In the Hotzone Podcast is here, packed with explosive conversations, untold stories, and insights you won’t find anywhere else. Are you ready to step into the heat? 🔥🎙️ Tune in now! Meet Our Guest: @KNIKAMUSIC (Subscribe To her channel) Become her friend today, stop by her website. KNika, the sensational entertainer and "Artivist" from Baltimore, is a musical powerhouse, using her mesmerizing voice and profound lyrics to ignite social change. KNika emerges as a powerful figure in the music industry, blending activism seamlessly with her musical talent. Her songs encapsulate themes of unity, community, female empowerment, and freedom of expression, serving as a testament to her dedication to social justice. Infusing rock-inspired guitar riffs into a blend of up-tempo dance tracks and soulful ballads, KNika proves undefined by genre. Through thought-provoking lyricism and powerful vocals, she creates a musical landscape that resonates deeply with listeners, addressing pressing societal issues while maintaining technical beauty and atmospheric charm. Her melodies resonate with the soul, aiming to transform the world's injustices into harmonious conversations. A singer, songwriter, and visionary, KNika's artistry uplifts spirits and fosters awareness, echoing the heartbeat of a generation yearning for artists who can deliver more than bubble-gum pop hits. Over the past decade, KNika has been known as the frontwoman of rock/ska band The Upstarters, now embarking on a new chapter as a solo artist who shines even brighter in her own spotlight. Hailed as a high-energy performer with a catchy spark, KNika defines herself as a multi-dimensional entertainer, showcasing talents as a TV talk show host, radio personality, print model, dancer, and theatrical performer. A rising star in the music scene, Kika captivates audiences with her magnetic stage charisma. From sharing the spotlight with luminaries like KEM and Kindred The Family Soul to gracing concert series alongside musical titans such as Fantasia, George Clinton, Michael Franti, and Spearhead, KNika’s journey is a tapestry of vibrant collaborations and memorable performances. KNika has established herself as a versatile and sought-after artist. Her musical odyssey is a fusion of passion, authenticity, and a deep-rooted connection to her artistry. KNika can connect with audiences on a profound level, crafting immersive experiences that linger in the hearts of her listeners. By fan demand, KNika has been re-invited for performances at popular regional festivals and stages such as The historic Apollo Theatre (NY), The Ladybug Festival (DE), The International Ska Festival (VA), The African American Heritage Festival and The Artscape Festival (MD), not to mention frequently playing at notable venues such as RamsHead Live, The Ottobar, and Rock and Roll Hotel, as the headliner or concert opener. KNika was recently featured at The Baltimore Center Stage debuting her One Woman Show, “Songs in the Key of Revolution”, a theatrical depiction of songs featured on her upcoming 3rd studio album, brought to life on stage. KNika’s talent has garnered acclaim, placing her in the top three of Baltimore’s Billie Holiday vocal competition and securing her spot as a finalist in a national songwriting competition aimed at creating impactful Songs For Good, supporting social movements with youth across the world. "IT’S MY BODY” makes bold political statements. It is an intriguing mixture of fun rhythms and production that makes you want to dance. The combination is certainly unusual, and I think helps deliver the message. The vocalist is talented, and you can hear that they really believe the words that are being said.” ~Spotify Playlist Curator, Gabrielle
Kala Masters – Artist Bio
With influences from across the music spectrum, Kala Masters is impossible to compare. Bold and unique, her creative melodies and genre-blending style are establishing a new sound in electro-pop and alternative hip-hop. Authentically original, her soulful songs offer smooth rhythms to soothe the body, mind, and spirit. Her ethereal vocals mix with metro booming bass, resulting in a powerful and intriguing sound. Based in Round Rock, Texas near the Austin music scene, she is ushering in a revolutionary sound and breaking from the status quo.
Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, Kala Masters learned to play the piano in elementary school. Soon after, Kala began singing too. She was highly interested in R&B and hip-hop melodies and found inspiration in female vocalists like Rihanna and Beyonce for their strong voices in the industry. In high school, Kala began writing her own songs and sharing them with her friends. Influenced by Lana Del Rey, her style developed with an electro-pop vibe, making her songs unique. She gained experience performing at local venues and even appeared on a Snake Saturday Parade float, singing for crowds at this Kansas City area St. Patrick’s Day tradition. Working with a producer in a professional studio, Kala recorded her first album. Putting a major project together was challenging, but the music was fun. Although it may seem like a hobby, Kala treated it like a job and devoted herself to learning through the process. Her sound evolved, utilizing unique dance aspects. Highly versatile, her music is appealing to a wide array of audiences. Released on her EP, 12:34, the alternative-dance hit, “Million Grand,” was featured on various radio stations including 96.5 The Buzz Alternative, 90.9 Alternative, 105.9 Kiss FM, and more. From the same project, her upbeat, fun, and empowering pop song, “I Don’t Need You,” gained nearly 50k listens.
Interested in many subjects, Kala Masters remains focused on her education. In 2015, she attended The University of Central Missouri to complete a 2-year program with a concentration in production, music technology, and audio engineering. With several fields of interest, she is now going to school for nursing, balancing her creative work and continuing education. Extensive knowledge allows her to open unique aspects in her songs. Anything she studies for a length of time ends up in her music. The themes for her lyrics are pulled from the natural world, and Kala Masters draws inspiration from the beach, the planet, and outer space. Of both Native American and Scottish descent, she comes from a diverse cultural background, which is also incorporated into her creative work. She is highly aware of an artist’s ability to take their culture, knowledge, and art to spread awareness on issues like educating women and children in developing countries. She uses her own music to translate culture and embrace others. Through her work and travels, she is reaching people of different backgrounds and making deep human connections. She travels often in a never-ending effort to expand and explore.
Alluring, unique, and bold, Kala Masters is empowering audiences with her vibrantly funky vibes and fun energy. With proper promotion and a dedicated team behind her, she is building a greater fanbase and reaching a wider audience. Kala is taking her work to the next level and is currently preparing her second career album for release. Filled with a strong work ethic and highly motivational energy, she encourages others to pursue whatever they are passionate about. It is possible to make anything happen for yourself. It might be challenging, but if you truly want it and work hard enough, you’ll find that luck is always there. It is possible, and you will get it!
Artist: Antoine Archer
Track: Know You
BIO:
The R&B/ POP artist professionally known as Antoine Archer is a Singer/ Rapper/ Songwriter from Richmond VA. Gospel, Rnb, Rap, Rock, are all genres that Archer has been a part of producing during the genesis of his bubbling career. Now With the release of his first single “Know You” he is bringing you into his vivid and colorful universe of good vibes, and heartbreak. Bob Marley, Michael Jackson, Usher, Kanye West, Nirvana, T- Pain, Deitrick Haddon, Pharrell Williams, Drake, Metallica, Musiq Soulchild, Sean Paul, Eminem, Ect... All very different artists but all very big influences in Antoine Archers diverse Artistry. “Good Vibes Only” is his motto.. “Love, Unity Peace, Individuality” (L.U.P.I) is his mantra, And Spacey Gang is his movement. With his wide range of musical influences and a knack for writing infectious music. It’s obvious that this is only the beginning for this eclectic and creative dreamer named Antoine Archer
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@sunnyrainusa encompasses exactly that. The darkness it takes to get to The light. Times Square Billboard Artist comes in with confessions expressing exactly that. How in order to get to the light you had to rid yourself of all the darkness.
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@Nyasia_Chanel_ BIOGRAPHY
Nyasia Chane’l grew up in the small town of Fallsburg in the Catskills region of Upstate New York.. She describes her music as
“Neo-Hip-Hop Soul” like her idols Etta James, Mary J Blige, Ashanti & Beyonce’, Nyasia blends traditional soul with pop and
Hip-Hop elements crafting a unique sound that brings people together.
In 2020 Nyasia released her smash hit “Can’t Stop Us’ to considerable praise, a fierce socially conscious record which was part
of her initiative to raise funds for the Breonna Taylor Justice Foundation. “Can’t Stop Us” which garnered considerable praise,
earning radio airplay both national and international. Stations of note include Power 105.1 FM, (New York), Hot 97 (New
York), added to Bobby Konders and Jabba’s Hot 97 Massive B Playlist, 90.3FM (NYC), 93.9FM (DC), The Edge 105.3FM (Jamaica),
Hitz 92FM (Jamaica), Suncity 104.9FM (Jamaica) and many more.
In July of 2021 Nyasia released her debut “Clubhouse No. 7”, to critical acclaim. The EP spawned the singles “Scandalous
Valentine”, “Impatience”, and “Good Good” all three records have received major and independent radio play internationally
and to date has accumulated nearly 200k collective streams.
The consummate performer, Nyasia has performed at countless venues, concerts and festivals such as the HBO sponsored
tribute to Aretha Franklin at Marcus Garvey Park in Harlem, She opened for R&B Crooner August Alsina, Legendary Hip Hop
star DMX, performed alongside Reggae legend Richie Stephens, veteran Blues singer Grand Slam Allen and has performed at
various venues all over the East Coast, including S.O.B.’s, Resorts Worlds Casino, the Chance Theater, and more.
T Dubb O is a hip-hop artist born in Saint Louis, MO. He began freestyling at the age of 6 and progressed to writing, producing and recording by the age of 11. In 2010, Dubb entered the Streets Status Battle League arena and was quickly recognized internationally as one of the best rappers coming out of Missouri. From there, he released a couple mixtapes that destroyed the stereotype that battle MC’s could not make good music and became cult classics on the underground scene. Dubb enjoyed a rapid ascent in the music world after realeasing his third mixtape. In 2016, Dubb released his first LP entitled "The Drop". The project garnered international support even being featured on BET France. From there we saw Pleasure, Money, & Pain followed by a collaboration release with UFC Legend Tyron Woodley titled “Chaos Theory. Dubb has collaborated with a plethora of legends like Wiz Khalifa, Berner, Freeway, Crooked I, etc. What separates Dubb from the rappers of today’s time is not just his extraordinary flow, but the work he does in the community. His grass roots organization, Hands Up United, has been labeled America’s New Black Radicals. Dubb was even granted the opportunity to sit with President Obama in the Oval Office to discuss racial issues and systemic problems here in America. This meeting coined his phrase on his album The Drop, “I shook Obama hand with the same hand I sold crack with”. His new album Soon It’ll All Be Over is out now!
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Hailing from Mississippi, the newest r&b and hip hop sound comes raw with mixing harmony with street savvy.
G!ft
G!ft is an artist, producer, engineer and talent manager with a strong, confident persona that gets
showcased in his intriguing lyrics, captivating sound and a discography large enough to show for it. This
Chicago native from the south side of Chicago has already received tremendous support from his wide
spread audience in the states from the east to the west and has every intention to keep expanding his
reach across global audiences.
His talents and experiences, coupled with his willingness to be honest, vulnerable and expressive about
how his day to day decisions impact his quality of life drive his vision and mission to not only make music
he enjoys but to make music his peers can relate to as well. He addresses topics on abstract thoughts on
the the ego, pride, women and the high risk attitude urban kids have as a result of not having resources
to better their own social-economic standing.
His music is about promoting unity and self awareness, and when asked what genre he would place
himself under, He mentioned “I experiment with a variety of sounds, but I would consider myself R&B
and Hip Hop with soulful undertones.” Which all makes sense when you look at who he gets his
inspiration from. His list consists of legendary artists such as Bob Marley, Chicago's very own Kanye west,
Kid Cudi, Future, Strap The Fool, Skooly, Young Buck, and Party Next Door.
This promising musician has a vision to use his influence that comes with the artistry to bring people
together and is definitely someone to look out for in the industry.
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Website: https://www.expenxive.gifts/general-8
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Upcoming Artist Coming Out Of Brownsville Brooklyn That's Currently Residing In Richmond VA, That's Ready To Kick Down The Door Of The Industry For His People From Brooklyn To Va Too The A, As He Likes To Say "We Straight All Work No Play It’s Time" .Shy Black Has Released Numerous Street Feelers But Recently Has Decided To Release His First Street Single With A Visual To Begin The Preparation Of His Debut Ep Release Which Will Be Only Available For Physical Sale Thru Website.
Social Links:
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TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@gnsshyblack
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Audiomack: https://audiomack.com/gnsshy32
St. Louis's own Bo Dean sits down and talks high school, St Louis music scene history and business. Get to a taste of all the hot juices this talented artist has to provide.
The angelic and melodic voice Neika Simone hails from the beautiful city Kings Mountain, NC. She has had a love for music nearly her entire life. Her very name “Simone” was given to her by her parents who were inspired by the dynamic Nina Simone. Neika Simone started singing, as did many artists, in her hometown church’s youth choir. Her parents took notice of her interest in music and enrolled her in piano lessons at the age of 7. That was a wise move as music would become a driving force in her life. Neika Simone became a classically trained pianist and vocalist and began writing music as a teenager.
Upon high school graduation, Neika Simone attended Elizabeth City State University where she earned a B.A. degree in Music (piano). She later attended Norfolk State University and graduated with a Master of Music Education degree (voice).
Over the years, Neika Simone’s love for jazz grew. She was inspired most by the phenomenal Ella Fitzgerald and many of her contemporaries. As she continued to develop her skills, she began performing with bands such as Left Turn Right Dance Band and Fouray. It was during that time she found her place in the sounds of smooth jazz and began to sing and write music for this genre. Neika Simone’s song lyrics are inspired by her experiences, future hopes, and desires. Currently, Neika Simone is not only a songwriter and performer; she is also a music teacher who enjoys teaching chorus, voice and piano. She and her husband reside in the Richmond, Virginia area.
Read more about Neika Simone via her website
Social Links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NeikaSimone
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neika_simone/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/NeikaSimone
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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7nPRjHdc09Z54l_QbfmWxA
JORDAN NICHOLS aka JORDANN DWAYNE IS AN CREATIVE ARTIST FROM HOUSTON ,TEXAS WHO IS GAINING A GROWING REPUTATION AS A HIP-HOP ARTIST & OWNER OF A JEWELRY COMPANY. THIS GIFTED INDIVIDUAL HAS DILIGENTLY BEEN WORKING ON CREATING A NEW SOUND IN THE HIP-HOP/RAP COMMUNITY. JORDANN STARTED HIS MUSIC CAREER AT THE AGE OF 13 & CONTINUED HIS WORK IN THEATRE, AUDIO ENGINEERING & CHARITY FUNCTIONS THROUGH HIS JEWELRY COMPANY. BY 22 HE BEGAN HIS PROFESSIONAL CAREER LAUNCHING HIS BREAKOUT PROJECT #ASCORPIONINTHEROSES TOTALING OVER 100K STREAMS IN VARIOUS PLATFORMS. WITHIN A YEAR HIS DEBUT ALBUM “HUSTLECONOMICS” OPENED MANY DOORS INCLUDING A NATIONWIDE TOUR & A SIT DOWN WITH ATLANTIC RECORDS. HIS RELATABLE LYRICS & STRONG VISUAL CONTENT ALLOWS HIS SOUND TO CREATE AN AESTHETICALLY PLEASING HIP/HOP & RAP COMBINATION. JORDANN DWAYNE HAS ACTIVE PERFORMING SCHEDULE AT VENUES, FESTIVALS AND OTHER PRIVATE EVENTS ALL AROUND THE UNITED STATES.
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanndwayne/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jordanndwayne
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