DV8 Magazine 19th Annual SEAs Commemorative Issue | 2022

CHAIRPERSON / FOUNDER: Jesse Johnson EVENT COORDINATOR / FOUNDER: Janiro Hawkins II

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CONCIERGE COORDINATOR: NashvilleNow Concierge Tyra Donald EVENT PRODUCTION: Mike Hudson Tony Lloyd Brian Butler PHOTOGRAPHERS: Antonio Jarrett Patrice Darby VIDEOGRAPHER: Shubey Productions SPONSORS Deviate Publishing Guiding Light Entertainment Rough Feathers Clothing

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06 SEA - About Us 32 Itinerary 33 Nominees

Features 901 Restoration Kings 93 Purpose Al Papers Ana Monae Apex Coture Magazine Ashley Monique Bavier On The Beat Big Splash Beverage Bigg V

Brittany Phelps-Jones Crystal Lalucci Dave Lucci Dee Jay Q DJ Flexx Rated DJ Kelly J DJ Lil Steve DJ Ms. Tan DJ Samosa

DJ Squirt Envy Franchella Simmons FRXSH Guidance Whiskey Hatin’ Ain’t Healthy Highstrung Ily Innate Success

J Kristyle Kandie Marie Kenneth Lowery Lex Luga Lil Mo Films Marlé Blu MC² Moody Black Power Entertainment

Queen Tee Visuals Roger Alexander Rosheka Davis Sacred Fantasy Shop Styluz Siah On The Beatz SK TGM Sleepovrnxtfriday Sleezy

Support Staff Tay Kelley Tori Gr8ce Vogue Trendzz Clothing Yoya McLeod

SEA Founders Forward thinking, culture and creativity are the type of words that describe the Founders of the Southern Entertainment Awards. Created in 2003 by Jesse Johnson Jr and Janiro Hawkins II in the halls of Platinum Bound Records on Historic Jefferson St. in Nashville, TN these two individuals have collectively been immersed in the music and entertainment industry for more than thirty years.

As our founders will tell all, the Southern Entertainment Awards was created to celebrate the accomplishments of those making noise in the South and provide an outlet for networking. An event created after seeing a gap and lack of recognition for the DJs and their contributions to the advancement of the culture, the Southern Entertainment Awards quickly grew into a must attend event throughout the South.

About SEAs

93 purpose 93 Purpose is a Hip hop recording artist born July 27, 1993, in Miami Dade County. Purpose gained influence from artists such as Ice Cube from the way he maneuvered from the trenches to the mainstream speaking to the people, dropping hit records, and directing timeless movies. Purpose Dad and Uncle helped him strengthen his talents at a young age from studio time to practice performances on a karaoke. There is Purpose in the music that Purpose creates. It’s experiences from his life and a way for you to feel his spirit and get a inside on what it’s like to be 93.

Purpose currently has a ten-record tape (Love 4 Life) full of hits and great features from some

of Miami’s hottest artist and a host of timeless singles and videos. In the span of one quarter after his first tape release Purpose literally went from 0-100... Thousand that is. Building even more of a buzz doing Culture Club tours as well as DBD performances Purpose has built and is continuing to build a solid core fan base leading to his own tour Only 4 The Krew which has sold out since its start. The end all for 93 Purpose is to build generational wealth for his family, the people around him, and change the way artists come up in his city. Be sure to tune into his upcoming projects as well as merchandise which is set to drop this year.

The Southern Entertainment Awards (abbreviated as SEAs) has been a staple in southern culture, music, and entertainment. Entering its 18th year, the SEAs strive to be a well-known and respected venue and channel that gives independent artists all around the globe a platform to be heard on evolving from its original desire to be an outlet used to acknowledge the accomplishments and influence of the DJs in the South. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, the annual awards show has grown substantially from its remarkable beginnings at Gibson’s Showcase in 2004.

Since its conception, the three-day event has been held Nashville, Tunica and Memphis; despite its location, there has been a consistent increase in attendance numbers, expansions of categories and nominations, local, national and international media coverage, as well as recognition of reputable and successful independent and mainstream professionals including, but not limited to, Yo Gotti, Nicki Minaj, B.o.B., Conya Doss, Algebra Blessett, Rudy Currence and Big K.R.I.T. With accompanying panels, performances and a fashion show, the SEAs, once viewed as a ‘regional event, are now esteemed as a recognizable brand throughout the world.

Caleb Mikel Hutchison, professionally known as ILY Truly or “ I Love You Truly” is an independent, young, and passionate artist and record label CEO, rising up from the small town of Kenosha, Wisconsin. Truly astonishingly continues to make his mark in the music industry and bring his potency to the table. His inspiration comes from his father, passion and love for music, and the art of creating music.

MISSION STATEMENT The Southern Entertainment Awards strives to be a platform that showcases independent talent, offers industry support, and bridges the many gaps between music, arts, and brands. Through tailored efforts, initiatives and consistent outreach, the SEAs challenges ourselves and our organization to provide a solid foundation for indie artist.

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To him, music is not just a career but also a way of life. Truly is not the typical artist you hear on your average musical. From his flows to his ability to use and stretch his excessive cadence, his unique style is guaranteed to catch the ears of many.

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DJ Ms. Tan, a curator of hard work and determination and a nurturer. Hailing from the beautiful scene of Riviera Beach Now the city of Jacksonville, Florida, has encouraged her multifacet journey in entertainment. She is a mobile traveling DJ about to transition to Atlanta to expand her acting career. As a proud mom, she continues to provide foundation with her talents. From hosting, acting, artist management, and a successful podcast host, DJ Ms. Tan continues to evolve her brand even more. A student of the craft, she has acclaimed her Bachelor’s in Mass Communications. While studying hard, she started working at one of the area’s finest radio stations as an Announcer, where she developed her newfound love of deejaying. Check out her website to find out all that she has going on at itsok2live.com

DJ Squirt is a Celebrity DJ, Regional VP of one of the largest coalitions, Radio Host, Moderator worldwide, public figure, public educator & entrepreneur. DJ Squirt owns and operates the Hottest Independent Radio Station in the Nation called UrbanCityRadioStation.com.

This station is about bringing people together and showing the world who you are, what you are made of while sharing your challenges struggles and success to be a positive influence on someone else. Urban City Radio Station caters to the independent artist.

DJ SQUIRT is also the founder of the 12 City Splash Tour, considered the superstar starter kit tour for independent artist.

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H i g h s t r u n g In 2021 despite Covid restrictions to the world, Highstrung released his highly anticipated Album entitled “L.Y.F.E” (Live Your Freedom Everyday) on February 1st that gained him over 500k album downloads and streams, earning his Album to go Gold on Spotify. Highstrung has always been known for his innovative, charismatic, hard work & dedication to his Craft. He is an inspiring

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Entrepreneur, Rapper & CEO of FlyZone Ent. “FlyZone” is much more than a label, but a brand encouraging others that anything is Possible if you Believe. Before Covid hit, Highstrung toured Korea, South Africa, Mexico & throughout the United States. Wasting no time Highstrung hosted his 4th Annual FZ Concert Fall of 2021 Selling Out with a Live Performance of his New Album.

Pulling double duties as Delta Radio business promotions/advertising specialist by day and then switching gears to international DJ and 97.9 The Beat on-air personality by night, Greenville, Miss. marketing guru, radio personality and talk show host Bigg V has been breaking the hottest new hip hop and R&B records, promoting the most-talked-about events, and keeping clubs bouncing from the Mississippi Delta to Switzerland, Germany and London for more than 15 years.

A well-known and much-respected music industry gatekeeper, he is an executive member of Cool Running DJs and Team Bigga Rankin, vice-president of USA DJs/ Texas All Star DJs and former member of the now defunct Hittmenn DJs. Embarking on brand new endeavors, he uses his influence as a music industry gatekeeper to offer the type of quality marketing and promotional services once only afforded by major label distributors. The go-to guy for aspiring rappers, singers, dancers, DJs and indie record labels, Bigg V has the knowledge and connections to take careers to the next level.

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His consistent drive and motivation to inspire the community through his “Strung On Knowledge” School Tour, where he visits school campuses sharing his story, and motivating Students to elevate throughout their journey. Highstrung is currently working on his independent movie Entitled “Hustla’z Ambition” and getting ready for his New Project “Rose From The Concrete”.

Moody black Moody Black has been a performing artist since the age of twelve, and has become a prominent force on a multi-regional poetry scene through his enthusiastic live shows and strong work ethic. Moody Black has a created a buzz in the following impressive achievements:

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TEDx Performer Host of the longest running open mic in South Carolina and National Poetry Awards 2015 Best Open Mic Venue in the Nation (The Say What?! Open Mic in Greenville SC-Every Sunday at Coffee Underground, 7:30pm) National Poetry Awards 2015 Best Host of an Open Mic Venue Award Smart Arts Teaching Artist Motivational Speaker Positive Hip-Hop Artist Comedian 2017 GANSPA Award for Best Poet in the Nation

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Endie Fiyah (Indie Fire) Radio Legend Award 107.3 JAMZ 2015 Black History Pioneer 96.3 The Block- 2017 Black History Pioneer 2020 South Carolina Underground Music Awards Nominee for “Best Male Model” and “Best Male Entrepreneur 2020 National Arts Integration and STEAM Virtual Conference Presenter 2019-20 Metropolitan Arts Council of Greenville SC SmartArts Teaching Artist of the Year 2020 Upstate Music Awards- Artist of the Year Likes walks on the beach and sweet potato pie

@iammoodyblack on Twitter, Snapchat, and Instagram

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Born under the sign of Aquarius in February, this daughter of a career military man has lived all over the US and even in Europe for a year. It is her constant moving about that has contributed to her versatile life and ambitions.

Her ambition is to one day own her own radio station and television show.

She is the mother of two amazing sons and her goal is to instill in them the ability to be their own boss and continue their family business.

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Born in Brooklyn, New York however residing in Newport News, Virginia Tay Kelley is an outstanding artist that gives hip-hop and R&B fans everything they could possibly want from one artist.

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Atlanta based host and model Tori Gr8ce is a lady that is on a mission. First things first, she is more than just a model, “I am a host, do music videos, plays, commercials, event planning, fashion shows, photography and even had roles in small independent films”, says the petite and attractive Georgia peach, she continues, “I am a woman of many faces”.

S a m o s a Samosa is a nationwide brand, known from coast to coast, border to border. She has performed in Tennessee, Texas, Florida, New York and her home state, Kentucky.

His up north yet down south swagger gives you every dimension of urban music that you could possibly ask for.

Samosa began DJing in 2012 at local clubs and college house parties for the love of music. From there Samosa quickly gained a following, leading to more consistent and competitive bookings and notoriety.

He makes music for the ladies, the fellas, and most importantly the music that is relative to every race and religion around the world. He is an artist, and can make you laugh, dance, party, and even cry. Tay Kelley is the epitome of what true artist are stand for. Stay tuned for greatness.

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Samosa has been nominated for several Kentucky Urban Entertainment Awards. Samosa has deejayed at multiple music festivals like forecastle, breakaway, Bonnaroo, and even headlined Dreamwrld music fest in 2021.

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Since its founding in 2016, Power Entertainment has grown into the world’s preeminent entertainment company. We are a full-service entertainment company, supporting our diverse roster of talent via artist management. We work to create partnerships with the world’s leading experts in artist management, technology, fashion, and philanthropy, redefining the business of entertainment.

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We strive to create a business in which artists maintain control of their art, while acquiring the knowledge to create longevity with their craft. We believe entrepreneurs helping other entrepreneurs to achieve their full potential is the future of the music business. Power specializes in creative services, management, administration, and artist development.

We supply artist with the tools to be independent while maintaining the peace of mind offered by a skilled team designed to provide support and guidance through every phase of their careers

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Vogue Trendzz Clothing LLC is determined to deliver the most unique style to shoppers worldwide. Allowing our customers to express themselves creatively, we aim to create a place where customers can come in and not only shop for items that we designed but also be able to get customized orders, a positive atmosphere, and interact with the VTC Family. Since our arrival, we have accomplished many things.

Some of them are being recognized as Business of the Month by MWULYP (Metropolitan Wilmington Urban League Young Professionals), Featured brand at NYC fashion week 2020 by PLITZS fashion Marketing, and much more! Truly utilizing our platform to inform the people, promote cultural knowledge, and create a positive atmosphere with our clothing. We became blessed to get to where we are today by the

people who support us and believe in our vision. Through careful planning, faith, and positivity we have accomplished all that we have. Without our supporters, partners, and VTC family we would be nothing.

Right now, we currently specialize in 4 areas of clothing.

We have men’s clothing from brand t-shirts, sweatpants, etc. Women’s Clothing includes Dresses, Bodysuits, etc. Our well-known and very popular women’s lingerie “La Petite Mort”. And we also do custom clothing and apparel. We have done things from custom t-shirts, masks, sweatsuits, hats, and more.

We had the luxury and privilege of making the complete uniform for the Melodic Storm Marching Band from the Early College High School at Delaware State University located in Dover, DE.

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Calvin Roberson professionally known as SiahOnTheBeatz. is an American music composer/ recording artist born and raised in Louisville Kentucky, better known as the 502 come up.

Being cut from a musical background of talented influencers, at the age of 8 his journey to become dedicated began. Looking up to his big brother (Decarlos) they would usually take trips across town, to different mom & pop stores to embrace different genres and purchase the latest hip-hop releases, reciting lyrics and learning basic song formats as he rewrote his favorite song at the time, which was Notorious Thug by Bone Thugs-n-Harmony feat Biggie Smalls. As his love and passion grew, he knew in that very moment what goals he wanted to achieve within the music industry.

On the rise, he eventually hooked up with two close frends from the south side of Louisville, creating a group called (AYM) American Young Mob. Dropping multiple albums and countless mixtapes, opening up for Gucci Mane, Too $hort, LIL- Wayne, Migos, Rick Ross, etc. It was safe to say his dreams were starting to blossom, knowing he couldn’t stop there. Over time he took his abilities to another level. Siah than began taking on the responsibilities of becoming a household name as a Producer,

Manager/Artist developer. Down for the challenge in 2019 he helped launch the career of his first solo R&B act FAIF. With him expanding his dreams, he officially took the city by storm. Within the first year of his artist releasing consistent songs and videos they were nominated for several awards.

But the biggest award came at the Kentucky Urban Entertainment Awards when him and FAIF took the stage to collect the Kentucky R&B artist of the year!!!

He was also able to get recognition from [Murder Inc.] Irv Gotti which landed him two song placements on cable networks BET’s hit show series Tales.

Creating an out-of-town presence, in October 2020 his first official album Lead The Pack dropped on all major platforms. Including feats from ATL own Cap 1, TrapBeckham in Detroit, native BabyFaceRay, and a few dope, local artist from his hometown. Now understanding how much potential he has, Siah has now decided to take his solo career more serious, “it’s more than selling beats and making everyone else look good, it’s my time to shine now”!!! A bold statement made as he is gearing up for his next fully produced alum entitled Ear’z Itchin, More music and accomplishments. Stay onboard as he looks forward to changing the music culture and leaving his imprint on the game forever.

dee jay q Dee Jay Q is one of Nashville’s hidden gems.

This Detroit born DJ has a style that is unmatched. He has a special ear for music and every crowd he DJ’s for is blessed because of it. He is responsible for some of the best spontaneous live mashups.

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He currently holds residencies at Nashville’s hottest lounges and patio bars.

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Born Rosheka Latrell Davis on November 25,1979 to Harry Davis and The Late Jessie Lee Davis in the city of Gaston South Carolina. Davis was raised in a tight nit community known as “ Happy Town”. The youngest of four children. Rosheka is a Dare 2 Dream international speaker, Amazon#1 Best Seller Co- Author of “ Embracing Imperfections.”, CEO of Reject LLC, TV Personality with KP Media TV, The “ Phreshest” host in the game, A Writer, Poet, Philanthropist, Founder of Leave It On The Court basketball Game, Founder Of Project don’t Give Up On Me, The Drill Sergeant of Positive Expressions(PE), Mother of Nature, Daughter, Sister, The children’s favorite “ Plauntie”, Divine Masculine dipped in Divine Feminine Duality mastered. A Humble Servant ready to Serve.

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Hatin’ Ain’t Healthy

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steve James C. Everett better known by his brand “J Kristyle” is a emerging independent business located in Memphis, TN. James is a multi-faceted business owner where he has established hisself as a noteworthy manager, a well-respected online radio host with his station “J Kristyle Indie Radio”, Fleet DJ of Memphis where he provides artist opportunities and services, and an overall well rounded individual. James was born on October 13, 1986, in Memphis, Tennessee. Early on in life James knew that he wanted to be a part of the music industry, but as a professional in his field; he took time out to learn the business behind being a entrepreneur.

Hatin’ Ain’t Healthy LLC, is a Brand that’s has poured back into the Community. To Teach the Youth and others, not to Hate each other but Love each other. The Brand was inspire by God but manifested through Terry Holloway. It was Established in the early 2000’s. Now the Brand HatinAintHealthy has become a Slogan & a Built Clothing Brand that’s floating Globally. The Brand & Company is Based out of South Memphis,Tn. This Brand is a very attractive Clothing that has caught a lot youth & adults attention....

There are so many businesses & brands that offer the same services; James wanted to separate hisself from the competition by being the difference. After some years of preparation

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Steve Armendariz Jr, better known for his stage name DJ Lil Steve is a talented American DJ, Engineer. He’s popular in his home town H-Town (Houston) including the rest of Texas and other southern states for his mixtapes. His love for music was identified as a young kid at the age of 13.

Steve spent his early year’s DJing house parties and recording the up and comings of H-Town. By the age of fifteen he was chopping and screwing mixtapes determined to get his break. Three years later in 2005, he became the Protégé of the Legendary DJ OG Run C the Co-Founder of “The Swisha House.” At the same time of joining DJ OG Ron C in 2005, he helped Co-Found the DJ group “The Chopstars.” He’s worked with such Artist as Yo Gotti, Yung Joc, Fonzworth Bentley, Drumma Boy, Murphy Lee, B.G, Trillville, among many more.

DJ Lil Steve has won two Southern Entertainment Awards in the past, for Rookie

of the Year in 2006 and Best Team Duo in 2008. In 2012 multiplatinum Producer Drumma Boy caught up with DJ Lil Steve and extended an invitation in joining his exclusive DJ Crew “The Drumsquad DJ’s”, which he accepted. DJ Lil Steve has been featured on MTV’s Mixtape Sunday’s and has been interviewed by The Source Magazine, Ozone Magazine, The Houston Press, and many others.

Recently his biggest contribution has not been to the major rap industry, but in the alternative rock and indie genre. The Houston Press has pin pointed his recent work as innovative and refreshing. During his new ventures, he has helped brand the term “Chopped Not Slopped” along with the DJ Group “The Chopstars.” This describes the pride and uniqueness that only his work has.

With his creativity, skillful ears, and visionary talent the sky is only the limit.

for the release of his Brand “J Kristyle”. On a cold January day in 2013 he launched his brand to the forefront bringing warm highlights to the bitter winter months. J Kristyle is not only a brand it is a place where a network of artists, tastemakers, and talent agents seek to find the next superstar.

To date J Kristyle Management represents 2 artists.

The First Lady of J Kristyle; Mo Money, and motivational hip-hop artist; Money Matt®. His radio station J Kristyle Indie Radio is a worldwide web-based internet radio, with many notable artists ranging from Adele to Lil Durk, to the catchy tunes of Da Baby, French Montana and many more artists worldwide. Over the next several years, we look to find J Kristyle as a major competitor in not only independent music but the music industry.

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SLEEPOVRNXTFRIDAY Since pursuing his passion in music three years ago, talented artist SLEEPOVRNXTFRIDAY has been taking over the music industry with a unique approach.

The singer-turned-music producer is not the typical hip-hop artist listeners encounter in the music industry. His fresh take on music and his passion for producing tracks inspired him to create his record label, Jackson Multimedia LLC. Born in 1998, Miles Jackson, more popularly known as SLEEPOVRNXTFRIDAY, is a rising star in the hip-hop and R&B music industry. Aside from being a vocalist, rapper, and music producer, the young musician is also a talented pianist and guitarist. While working on his bachelor’s degree at Maryville College, SLEEPOVRNXTFRIDAY continued to pursue his goals for his music career. He founded his record label under the name Jackson Multimedia LLC, and today, the label is home

to nine musical artists, three artists and repertoires (A&Rs), and two managers.

SLEEPOVRNXTFRIDAY is currently under management with Promotion LLC out of Knoxville, Tennessee. He also has a nonexclusive marketing and distribution deal with New York label “Bentley Records”.

Some notable moments in his career include his hit singles “Take Off” & “Never Been This Gone” becoming trending tracks on Spinrilla. SLEEPOVRNXTFRIDAY was also featured as TuneCore Spotlight artist in November of 2020. SLEEPOVRNXTFRIDAY has been featured in numerous media outlets including “The New York Weekly”, “LA Wire”, “Boost Collective” and many more. SLEEPOVRNXTFRIDAY was just nominated by the SEA Awards Committee for “Performance Of The Year” and continues to shock the music industry.

Kandie A thirty-two-year-old single parent of two is a New York native now residing in North Carolina. Kandie Marie is a numerous of things.

A daughter, sister, friend, a graduate of the prestigious North Carolina Central University.

She is also a six-time best-selling author for Amazon, erotic poet, and the CEO and founder of The Kandiey Shoppe LLC. She has just released her twenty first book and celebrated her six-year author anniversary. Kandie Marie has been nominated for the SEA Awards twice. Once for poet of the year 2021 and this

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SK TGM TG SK TGM also known as SK (SAD KID) or TGM (Taedo Gang Mafia) raised in east Nashville Tennessee, an emerging artist looking to grow his fan base by giving a variety of different styles and genres of music from hip hop to emo rap , alternative rock and more.

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year with three nominations for poet of the year, publication of the year, and journalist/ author of the year. She has also just had an interview with Voyage Atlanta magazine.

A few fun facts about Kandie are that she loves french fries, she has also lived in Metro Atlanta for a few years after graduating college and has a dance background. One thing Kandie believes in is body positivity and inclusiveness. She would like people to know and take away that you are beautiful the way you are, and you are stronger than you know.

The Hip Hop DJ Duo of Nashville TN While working their way up to Djing at clubs in Nashville: Flamingo, WKND, Minerva, Nudies, Dive Motel, Up-Down, Janes on Top. They also have been dropping new music monthly along with their newest single “Pray 4 Me” They’ve also had a recent feature with “COTIS” title track called “Gimme A Sign” which is currently pushing past 100k Streams!

Expect a new single every month from “Support Staff” for the foreseeable future.

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LQ & Smeazy combine mastery of lyrical Hip Hop and Soul Music to form the sound of MC².

Deric Evans is as real as comedy gets! Or as he puts it: you can “fake it” to the top but you will not stay there.

Both prior military members, the duo got its start in Washington, DC and now reside in San Antonio, TX.

The Memphis, Tennessee native unwittingly courted comedy nearly a decade ago at the urging of family and friends who knew his prolific talent should not be contained. This unexpected dalliance with stand-up stirred such a passion for eliciting laughter that an unrepentant Evans was permanently addicted to Comedy.

Smeazy is from Raleigh, NC and LQ from Wichita, KS. They find music influences from artists and groups such as A Tribe Called Quest, Little Brother, BlackStar, Common, J DIlla, The Roots, and many more. Alongside their 5pc Band, The S.O.U.L. (Sounds of Universal Love), they deliver a energetic, and dynamic live set.

The band’s diversity covers everything from traditional Boom Bap to Neo-Soul, Trap-Soul, Jazz, Blues, and R&B. Performances: • Openers for Westside Boogie -2022 • Martian Fest - 2022 • Conscious Fest - 2022 • Summer Vibes Fest - 2021 • Pecan Street virtual Festival - 2020 • Summer Vibes Festival 2020 • San Antonio Soul Food Festival 2019.

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Big Splash Beverage is a soda & snack company, founded by Daniel Balderas in San Antonio TX in ,2020. The company began with sodas & went on to making toys and other snacks along with cups to go with your drink.

Currently, they have over 15 flavors to choose from, along with other party items. The drinks have a heavy influence within the hip hop industry by having a different entrepreneur or entertainer as the face of their own drink.

So don’t hesitate to reach out to us for your next party or event for all ages.

Driven by resolute confidence and a ravenous appetite for excellence, he earned a Bachelors degree in Human Performance Sports Science from Tennessee State, and secured a coveted membership in the world famous Aristocrat of Bands. A sound, sophisticated education and an acute understanding of everyday people underscores his ingenious brand of engaging side- splitting humor.

Sleezy Antuan Wright was born in Jesup, GA, and raised in Orlando, FL. Throughout the 90s and 2000s, he was a recording artist that put out several albums through record labels, M2k Records, Overdose Ent., Madface Records and So What Records. In 2004, while part of a 3-man hip hop trio “The Hurricane Mob”, he went on the Rock the Vote tour with David Banner, Fiend, and other celebrity artists.

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Antuan was also nominated for Southern Entertainment Awards Magazine/Publication of the year signaling that the hard work over the past decade is paying off. As he enters a new phase of entrepreneurship, he’ll continue to elevate his brand. His work is well documented. This bio will soon be updated with many more accomplishments.

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Hi, I’m Toya Mcleod, CEO and Founder of Head2Toe Apparel and Accessories. Where we believe it’s not slaying unless it’s from Head2Toe. I was born April 13, 1982 in Sumter, South Carolina. My parents later moved to Columbia, South Carolina where I attended school and graduated from Lower Richland high school.

Head2Toe was founded in September 2016. It has always been my dream to own my own business and I always loved fashion. Head2Toe Apparel is your go-to source for styles influenced by the latest fashionwith an added flair. We aim to inspire our customers to be the best version of themselves and to be confident in their own skin and of course their outfits.

Al Papers

Elbert ‘Al Papers’ Godoy, was born in Esperanza Village, Belize, Central America raised in The Boogie Down Bronx, New York the birthplace of Hip - Hop, producing some of the ‘Greatest’, most influential rappers of all time! One might say that he “has some pretty BIG SHOES to fill”.

It was there he realized that he wanted to pursue a career in music and entertainment. Since releasing his debut album, ‘81 The Album’ in December, 2020 Al Papers began traveling and performing “Still Up” the lead-off his debut album. On the album, Al Papers delivers raw emotions, versatility, and flow on tracks like “Best Of Me” Feat. 13geez and “Your Type” Feat. Gavin Sasser of the Sasser Band. Each song captures the very essence of his artistic ability to deliver in a compelling way.

This journey is a learning experience and only inspires me to continue to follow my dreams but to also provide opportunities for others.

Al Papers is a ‘Best Of The Best’ Philly Showcase Finalist in 2019 Along side Ace Porter. 2020 Philly Awards Nominee in the [People’s Choice] Category and The Syracuse Music Awards [People’s Choice] Category 20202021. 2022 Southern Entertainment Awards Nominee for the ‘Internet Hustler Of The Year’ Award. Al, also Modeled for Hip-Hop Icon Ja Rule’s ICONN Clothing Line.

Remember no one can stop you but you!

Follow, Stay Connected with Al Papers on Instagram @apapers and Facebook Al Papers (The Paper Boy)

Born in Detroit, MI, Kelly J’s love for music and the arts started at a young age, but it wasn’t until she moved to Las Vegas, NV that she desired to pursue it as a career. Following through with earlier career decisions, Kelly J went to UNLV and majored in Nursing right after graduating high school, but also became an intern for 88.1 FM KCEP. “Working there reminded me of WJLB back home, it reminded me of why I loved radio so much. I always wanted to be a part of the movement that creates a positive atmosphere for people.

Professionally, Franchella is currently the Corporate Liaison with Temple University Health System. In this role, she supports Temple’s mission to serve the North Philadelphia population by providing the best in education, research, and health care.

She is also a loving wife who has a successful 28 year marriage to husband “Tony” and they launched a Facebook Live Show called, Just Like That, where they share relationship tips about how to find and stay in love, as well as share travel tips as they are both world travelers.

As a child, Franchella was always passionate about pursuing a career in the entertainment industry and in 2011; she started her own artist management company called, Jet Plane Boyz Entertainment. Her company Jet Plane Boyz Entertainment helps gives local talent a platform to perfect their craft and showcase their talent while staying off the streets of Philadelphia. Franchella is also the host of an internet-based radio show, Real Recognize Real Talk Radio, which airs live every second Tuesday of each month at 7pm on Facebook and the RRR YouTube channel.

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Franchella Simmons is a Christian, mother, wife, entrepreneur, actress, director, writer, TV/radio host, producer, and artist manager, who is well known in Philadelphia’s business, entertainment, and social services community. She is a West Philadelphia native, who is a proud 1982 graduate of Overbook High School. She went on to earn her B.S. in Accounting from St. Joseph University.

At the age of 19, she obtained a position for XRadio.Biz, an online radio station, one of the first of its kind at the time, as an on-air personality and staff producer. After researching, interviewing, and becoming a fan of many independent artists, carrying previous DJ skills from 88.1 to this new format, as well as expanding her knowledge of the DJ culture, Kelly J went on to DJ in many nightclubs, festivals and venues, along with guest DJ slots for various radio stations across the world. In December 2015, Kelly J became a Core DJ, holding the name and reputation of fellow Core DJs Big Tigger, Nick Cannon, and CEO, Tony Neal.

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In May of 2021, Kelly J gained the new role as Mixshow Coordinator for UNLV’s radio station, 91.5 FM. She also started teaching DJ workshops at UNLV at the end of the summer of 2021.

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After 3 years of growth and support, SG Consulting and Data LLC. was upscaled and rebranded. The name change occurred July 2020 and Innate Success’s doors opened for business January 2021.

Innate Success Corp. provides a variety of business options, tools, and resources needed to develop business owners, organize business practices, enhance the leader traits in individuals, and promote potential business leaders. Innate Success Core which is one of our 5-subsidiary businesses provide contract services to organizations in need of organizational infrastructure development and program management, research and applying to funding opportunities and data analytics. Our other popular business under the Innate Success model is I.S. Cares which houses the Mentorship Program. Each cohort consists of 10 business start-ups to help enhance business practices, organizational and programming development.

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Queenteelive is an entrepreneur in the media and entertainment industry. She graduated from Buffalo State College with a bachelor’s degree in Media Production. After receiving her bachelor’s degree, she worked for a few companies in corporate America. She held a position at #1 Urban station in the Buffalo region at 93.7 WBLK. She also held a position with Nielsen marketing. Even though these positions were great jobs, she wasn’t fulfilled enough for her to make her job a career. She then decided to create her own brand that circled around the media, entertainment, and culture.

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Shmeka Gibson is an author, international speaker, business owner and college professor. She presents with over 15 years of experience in clinical/counseling psychology, database management and technology, data analytics, grant writing, HR, project management, business coaching/consulting and organizational development.

Shmeka is the founder and CEO of Innate Success Corp. Innate Success Corporation started in 2018 as SG Consulting and Data LLC.

She created a multimedia company called Jill of Tradez LLC. This multimedia company offers many services to businesses and brands to meet their visual content needs. In 2019 she created Queenteelive Presents: Hip Hop N R&B Bingo. This event is a live game show hosted out of the city of Atlanta and tours around cities across the region. She created this event to bring people together in a different way outside of the typical club and lounge outings.

Sacred Fantasy Sacred Fantasy is a soulful powerhouse spoken word artist with the lyrical tenacity of infinite pen wielding wordsmiths. She is responsible for artist management and artist development for Illustrate Records.

She’s the owner of Divinity Massage & Oasis Spa, a sanctuary where she incorporates music, poetry, spirituality, and spa services into healing experiences! Sacred is the author of two books, “Blessings in Disguise” and “All the Things I Didn’t want to Write About,” with more on the way!

You can find her content on all streaming platforms as well as on her website thesacredfantasy.com.

Brittany Phelps Jones is a wife, mother, self-published author/ poet and the owner of Fannie B’s Helping Hands Credit Repair, Tax Preparation, and business formation assistance. She started this business in honor of her late grandmother Fannie Brewer. Brittany wanted to own her own business to leave a worthy enough legacy behind for her children, as well as assist others to do better and grow the community.

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Not only does Brittany assist with credit restoration and tax prep but she also offers the opportunity to own your own business with a startup that is far more affordable than what any bank could offer.

You can find her on all social media platforms a Brittany PhelpsJones or Fannie B’s Credit repair and Tax prep.

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Be sure to follow her on Instagram to stay up to date with currently shows she’s curating and hosting. Sacred Fantasy is a Chicago native gifted with the talents of creativity writing, artist development, out the box thinking, cooking, graphic design, couture crochet clothing design, groove skating, and much more! She finds her inspiration in any and everything around her. Something as simple as seeing a leaf fall from a tree sparks metaphorical ripples within her artistic mind. Words are her breath and pages of books make up her soul.

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Lex Luga known as “Da Backwood Ambassador” is an industry legend who happens to be the founder of The Hood Idol Tour, along with being radio personality syndicated on multiple radio stations spearheaded by 94.3fm in Jackson, Ms. He is also a Tv Personality on Its Lit Tv airing on channel 18 in Jackson, Ms along with airing worldwide via Roku on the Hype Network.

Known as a Marketing Expert in the music industry for his vast knowledge and networking skill, Lex Luga is highly sought after by major and independent labels for his ability to break artists in Mississippi and beyond.

He is one of the most influential tastemakers in the Southern Region.

With 10+ Years’ Experience in Designing, Jackson, Mississippi Native, Justin Taylor (27), continues to embrace his simple but unique style & skills in every work he does/done. Throughout his designing career, Justin has done various designs for many people including Shawty Lo, Montana of 300, Bambi (From Love & Hip Hop Atlanta), Jose Guapo and more.

Last year, he was nominated for the first time for Graphic Designer of the Year. And this year, he returns as a nominee once again praying he wins & bring the award home to celebrate his hard-working accomplishments. Justin the one that never gives up no matter what he do/does.

Justin is a smart worker. His unique style & skill is what makes him different from the rest and it gained him major attention & attraction to his works and good people doing business with him. His Instagram is @Frxshinc where you can see all his recent unique quality style designs.

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Frxsh inc BavierOnTheBeat is a 25 year-old Producer and Songwriter based in the Greater Nashville,Tennessee area. Born Xavier Scott in nearby Gallatin, he was raised in Nashville and was educated at SAE Institute, where he studied audio engineering. Bavier began producing in 2016, as part of Educated Vision Inc., an independent label. Regular collaborators are Tremaine, Bamboon Sauve, and LilRickBlood. Bavier is inspired by producers Metro Boomin, Southside, and Zaytoven.

Known for his extensive range of wavy and motivational to dark and gritty beats, Bavier first attracted mainstream attention in 2017 co-producing Quality Control’s very own Marlo song, “Heard You” featuring Dirty with OG Parker (The Wire). Producer credits include working with Boosie Badazz, Young Buck, Allstar Jr, and Project Pat. By 2020, BavierOnTheBeat released his debut album, Bav Halo, with various artists. Most recently, he co-produced Young Nudy’s track, “The Rustlers” with Mojo Krazy on Dr. EV4L, 2021 album which peaked at 93 on the Billboard 200.

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His latest venture led him to create Hood Idol the Magazine which is distributed worldwide in hard copies and digital formats giving undiscovered artist a chance to be recognized along with underground industry record breakers and models.

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Never content to sit back and rest on his laurels, Lex Luga is constantly on the move trying to help new artist become successful in the music industry.

Staying true to his creed “invest in yourself and put God first, family second, and as long as you keep working hard toward your goal, money will come.”

With his ambition, drive, determination and penchant for hard work, Lex is destined to become a music industry icon.

Lil Mo Films LLC creates film, music, clothing, and conversations that honor and add value to the Culture. Mo’s Podcast “The Chitlin Circuit ‘’ takes Hip Hop history & the stories behind it into the future creating real discussions around motivation, education and raw humor that feature the Legends, upcoming artists, entrepreneurs, and anyone making a powerful impact in their community and beyond.

“I founded Lil Mo Films with a vision and pawned a shop camera, and I’m showing those looking for motivation how to position themselves to rise to more. I’ve been on the top, and I’ve hit bottom. I’ve been to jail and to college. I’ve seen my ideas start on a piece of notebook paper turn into films that have made a direct impact on my community. I’ve been asked to run for local office, featured on national news, and recently endorsed by the ultimate legend, Master P. But it’s the trophy that sits on my desk, given to me at the 2019 Annual Poss Homes Turkey Bowl that reminds me daily why I do what I do.”

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Jason Ridgel is an entrepreneur, community activist and now, whiskey distiller with an expert eye for innovation and creative collaborations that empower other small businesses. As a man of intrepid ventures and passions, Ridgel has founded brands and led successful businesses across various industries, including Jusco Medical, Hydrate the Hood, Opry Medical Group, and Guidance Whiskey. Each of his endeavors were born out of a commitment to uniting and uplifting his community and increasing the representation of Black-owned businesses across sectors.

Guidance Dave Lucci is a Nashville based rapper who takes a storyteller’s approach at sharing his personal experiences on the street. He describes his musical style as “not hood, but from the hood” referencing common struggles and topics that bond him with his audience.

A seasoned veteran on the rap scene, Lucci has 13 albums and over 300 shows under his belt. Lucci got his first real experience as a performer at the young age of twelve-years-old when he reenacted Kris Kross’s “Jump Jump” in front of a crowd of over 500 during a Nashville street festival. This experience drove Lucci to start writing and by using a pair of headphones as a microphone, he began recording over industry beats in his bedroom closet.

Dubbing for family and friends quickly gained him attention from local rap artists such as Boogie, signed with Street Flavor and Blow Pop from Walter D and the Blow Pop Crew. After working with a variety of local artists, Lucci decided to make his rap career a main focus in his life , and in the process started the rap group, Murda Squad. Completing four mixtapes, Murda Squad volumes 1-4 from 2001-2004, and selling over 30,000 copies, Lucci’s recognition began to span far outside of just Nashville, but to cities all across the South.

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Graduating from Tennessee State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business, Ridgel did not waste any time and launched his first company at 23. He then went on to work as a probation officer, which opened his eyes to the need for employment opportunities for the formerly incarcerated. This inspired Ridgel to open his own cleaning service where he created jobs for 50 people from marginalized communities. He continued to cultivate his entrepreneurial spirit and diversify his portfolio, moving on to start two pain management companies—Jusco Medical and Opry Medical Group—and Kulture World, a fashion clothing line. In 2018, Ridgel saw an opportunity to tap into the spirits industry and launch Guidance Whiskey, an homage to his Southern roots and American whiskey traditions.

Corey Wadlington and Andre Lesure are the owners of 901 Restoration Kings in Memphis, Tennessee. These entrepreneurs are family-oriented individuals who believe in customer first service and giving back to the community.

Corey’s background includes 20 plus years of business development, marketing and sales achievement with companies such as American Home Shield and Comcast business. Corey is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi, Inc. On the other hand, Andre has masterfully accomplished experience in staffing large businesses in areas such as payroll, human resources, and workforce productivity with Randstad. Both individuals complement each other’s strength to set 901 Restoration Kings as one of the premier companies for cosmetic vehicle enhancements. 901 Restoration Kings has been featured on Brink TV and Surround Sound Podcast.

The services they provide include headlight restoration, commercial and residential tinting, custom vehicle tinting, and full detailing services for any vehicle. Along with providing these services, they also have a cleaning company that provide janitorial maintenance with banks across the city of Memphis.

Corey and Andre hope to expand their business in order to build positive relationships in the community with the focus on helping ex-felons develop their own business and provide opportunities for the youth in the city of Memphis.

Their motto is “Don’t Ignore Restore, Make Clarity Easy”.

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Ana Monae has always been interested in music, her family made sure that she was constantly around some type of music. She started out participating in her church’s choir, from there, she learned and continued to play the clarinet and write music. Ana’s family heavily influenced her decision to pursue a music career. With two uncles as a bassist and a singer, a father as a DJ, and a mother as singer, Ana has consistently been involved with music.

She started professionally doing music in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic after she had a songwriting session with her friend and labelmate, Playboi Von. She released her first single, “Switched On Me,” in February 2021. Since then, she’s released an EP, 2 more singles and has been living her life on stage and in the studio. She’s very grateful for her SEA nomination and can’t wait to see what the future holds.

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Comprised of 3 members, Big Trouble, Fait & Essence, Envy was formed in 2007 with the mind to raise the bar in R&B Pop music. With the girls being so young when the group started, it was natural to be caught up in the joys of high school and the freedom of college & with that, the girls began recording music in 2017.

Their 1st single “Waves” was released in 2018 on Soundcloud, which was a catchy mid-tempo song telling the tale of how being in love makes you feel higher than high. The song was received well and was featured in a YouTube series produced by Phillip Johnson called “Flip Flop”.

Ashley Monique AKA The Fairy Godmother of Fashion is an award-winning celebrity stylist & Designer. Born and Raised in Warner Robins, GA. She began her interest in Fashion at a young age. She would constantly get in trouble for cutting up her clothes. In 2009, she began styling for her mentor who was a designer. Self-taught, she made her fist dress in 2013 for her sister’s birthday and hasn’t stopped sewing since.

She has grown her love for fashion into ways of giving back and helping others to feel good. Her motto is “When you look good, you feel good”. She believes that everyone deserves a chance to look good and feel good. She began doing Fairytale Makeovers providing fashionable opportunities for many people. She is working to start her nonprofit soon. She encourages everyone to have a Fashionable Day! Follow @TheFairyGodmotherofFashion & @ashleymoniquedesigns to see what’s next.

In 2020, the girls released their 2nd single “See It Anyway” which is a 90’s/modern tune which talks about ending a relationship and showing your ex how much better you are without them. Envy’s 3rd single “AUDACITY” released in 2021 channels the vibes of the 90’s/early 2000’s that features an acoustic guitar and speaks about loving a person who doesn’t love you back yet, takes advantage of you.

ENVY has been fortunate to open for Lenny Williams as well as win 1st/2nd place in their states Christmas Caroling Competition in 2018/2019. Envy has been invited to participate and perform in the season 1 finale of internet talk show “Straight Up Shoppe”, participated in JACKSON INDIE MUSIC WEEK— one of the fastest indie music festivals for 2 years in a row & has performed in various states such as Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, and Texas.

In a world that often deems women to fit a specific mold, ENVY defies the “rules”. ENVY makes raw and real music to empower women and for people who are proudly & authentically themselves. “Our music is about experiences and freedom of expression. Freedom of being who you are, saying what you mean and meaning what you say. It’s fun and uplifting”-ENVY

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Shaniqua Thomas is a self-made American Entrepreneur. She is also an Artist Manager, Mother, Creative Innovator, Influencer, Host, Motivational Speaker, Mentor, Wardrobe Stylist, Tax Preparer, and all-around powerful boss. She is the founder, operator, and CEO of Styluz LLC (popularly known as Styluz Boutique), a minority, woman owned divergent fashion brand that offers a variety of trendy and sustainable fashion including apparel, accessories and shoes that helps people feel more comfortable and confident. Shaniqua’s presence has captivated and touched the minds and hearts of many people from all walks of life.

Marlé is a songwriter/artist/voiceover actress who was born in Austin, Texas and raised in Warner Robins, Georgia. She moved to Atlanta after high school to attend Georgia State University where she received her Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology.

Marlé Blu was the winner of the “Lyricist of the Year Award” at the Atlanta Hip Hop Awards, winner of the “Encore 3” talent contest (which was hosted

by Hoodrich’s Dj Scream) and was the recipient of the Hot Block Magazine Award Show’s Best Female Rap Artist award.

Currently, Marlé Blu is the voiceover actress for Lauren the Ladybug on the animated series and upcoming movie “85 South Show Presents: The Roach Motel”. Her latest single “Take Yo” (featured on the Good Vibes Only Vol 1 compilation) is on all digital streaming platforms and its visually compelling, yet comical new video is available on Youtube as well. “Bathroom”, another single of hers (which is also featured on the GVO compilation) is currently out on all platforms as well as the visual on Youtube.

You can find Marlé Blu on Instagram @marleblu

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Styluz

You will be happy to shop with Styluz as they have something for everyone! Styluz’s shopping experience includes a unique way of translating your personality and best features into your desired look. Her foremost goal is to help you look and feel fabulous. Styluz has opened many other avenues which focus on adding value to the community. Shaniqua uses her brand to share knowledge and educate. Furthermore, utilize her entrepreneur talents to drive collaborations and enhance professional relationships. To further its commitment to support and nurture the community, Styluz founded “Styluz After Dark” a women’s empowerment community series that provides personal and business guidance, business advice, offer mentor relationships, resources, and education on small businesses and more.

You can find more out about Styluz and do some shopping by visiting the headquarters physical location in Killeen, Texas or online at www.shopstyluz.com

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Kenneth Lowery also known by his stage name S.U.G was born June 7th of 1990 in South Carolina, life in the South Carolina was short lived due to his family moving to Nashville. He began writing at the age of seven from songs to poetry to story lines for comics. He won his first writing contest at the age of 10 years old. A lot of his inspiration comes from lessons he’s learned from trials and triumphs that he experienced as well as the growth and evolution emotionally spiritually and mentally.

His dream was to become a Firefighter which he had achieved in Memphis, but due to illness his dreams were cut short.

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So He moved back to Nashville to regroup and refocus and through many ventures and some time reflecting he decided to start focus on his own passions. He started performing in 2020 days before the pandemic hit full force, the idea of performing started off as a bucket list wish but the spoken word scene wasn’t as prevalent in Nashville as it once was. So he decided to create is own brand Southside of 65 and began hosting his own showcases and created a platform for himself to get on stage but also to give opportunities for local and surrounding talent.

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Slim Pickings Boutique is the brainchild of Kimberly Adams.

After her studies, she worked as a costume designer, stylist, and co-owner of a clothing store. Most recently, she has worked as a freelance fashion stylist and global program manager at Amazon. During her fashion career, she observed that most online boutiques offer the same items and there is a lack of originality. She also noticed that no one provided guidance to their customers on the various ways their clothing can be worn. She wanted to create an online space where she could implement innovative ideas that would leverage technology to enhances her customers shopping experience while providing the unique fashion they desire.

Slim Pickings Boutique provides a frustration free online shopping experience, we allow customers to create a style file which permits them to see all their previous purchases and what other items pair well. The style file allows customers to visualize how they will look in the clothing from the comfort of their computer. We recognize our customers live busy lives and appreciate the convenience of having an online closet at their fingertips.

Firstclasse is the proud manager of the Fleet DJs sister company, Fleet Models. She’s held this position for over 10 years. Firstclasse has been in the modeling industry for over 20 years. She started off as a childhood model. From there, began doing runway for various department stores, boutiques and furriers throughout the New York State and Virginia areas. About 11 years ago, Firstclasse started venturing into the urban modeling industry. She’s been in some of your favorite rappers’ videos and has done some acting as well.

Now, Classe’ has been featured in over 65 print publications including some of the top urban magazines and has made cover model over 20 times. She’s also featured on quite a few digital magazine platforms.

Her motto is to remain humble... yet hungry. Keep an eye out for Firstclasse, she still has so much in store!

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Genia Woods better known as Mz Good Newz is a radio personality and marketing director for Livingstone College Radio Station WLJZ 107.1 FM in Salisbury, North Carolina. Genia has over ten years of experience in customer service, entrepreneurship, marketing, and a lifetime full of love.

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She also has experience doing voice-overs, acting (commercials), hosting, journalism (columnist for Salisbury Post), producing and directing (shows & podcast). Genia is motivated by growth and strengthened by her belief that you can do all things through Christ. She has always been unique, witty, creative, adventurous, loving and influential as if she had a gift that innately a part of her.

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Nominees list NUMBER 1 DJ IN THE SOUTH DJ AOne @thedjaone DJ Bigg V @biggvradio DJ C-Wiz @wizzybaby DJ Dellmatic @djdellmatic DJ Devin Steel @devin_steel DJ Efeezy @djefeezy DJ Holiday @djholiday DJ Jelly @therealdjjelly DJ Lil Boy @djlilboy DJ Mic Tee @djmictee DJ Mlk @djmlk DJ Nasty @djnasty305 DJ Scream @djscream DJ Shawty Rock @djshawtyrock DJ Slikk @djslikk DJ Spinatik @djspinatik DJ Swamp Izzo @swampizzo DJ Tony H @dj_tony_h DJ Tremayne @djtremayne DJ WildChild @djwildchildfla

FEMALE DJ OF THE YEAR DJ Alpha Whiskey @djalphawhiskey DJ Baby Blue Diamond @dj_ babybluediamond DJ Cali Royce @djcaliroyce DJ Crystal Mercedes @therunwaydj DJ Gorgeous @djgorgeous1 DJ Isis @d.j.isis DJ Kamm Bamm @djkammbamm DJ Kelly Green @djkellygreen DJ Misses @djmisses DJ Mizz Oficial @djmizzofficial DJ Ms Tan @dj_ms_tan DJ Nastynae @djnastynae_ DJ Nuvo @theylovedjnuvo DJ Ressiecups @djressiecups

DJ Roots Queen @djrootsqueen DJ Samosa @djsamosa DJ Tootz @djtootz901 DJ Zetta @djzetta901 The Whiskey Chick @Thewhiskeychick_ TJ The DJ @_tjthedj

SLEPT ON DJ OF THE YEAR DJ 270 @dj270live DJ 750 @dj750 DJ AD @djadbaby DJ Bomb Jahlaam @bombjahlaam DJ Bravo @bravothadj DJ Brock @djbrockone DJ Calvin @djcalvin504nola DJ Crowd Pleaser @djcrowdpleaser DJ Cut D @iamdjcutd DJ EQ @iamdjeq DJ Flexx Rated @djflexxrated DJ Freddy Chapo @djfreddychapo DJ Fuyal @dj_fuyal DJ Hitman @iamdjhiitman DJ Homer D @djhomerd DJ JBrown @dj_jbrown DJ Micchecklive @djmiccheckblive DJ Star @therealfamousdjstar DJ Surplus @djsurplus Spiffyboydanny @spiffyboydanny

MIXTAPE DJ OF THE YEAR BlockBangas @blockbangas DJ Amo @therealdjamo DJ Awethentic @djawethentic DJ BIG Mobile @djbigmobile DJ Brother O @djbrothero DJ Cannon Banyon @djcannonbanyon DJ Chill Will @djchillwill100 DJ D-Wiz @djdwiz

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DJ Dow Jones @djdowjones504 DJ Holiday @djholiday DJ JazzRealTrap @djjazzrealtrap DJ Joe Pro @djjoepro DJ Jumpoff @darealdjjumpoff DJ Konvict @dj_konvict512 DJ Lil Steve @therealdjlilsteve DJ New Era @thedjnewera DJ Pyrex @djpyrex DJ Spinatik @djspinatik DJ Twist Money @djtwistmoney317 OG Ron C @ogronc

MIXTAPE OF THE YEAR Back 2 Da Bayou Classic @djcalvin504nola DJ Amo - Got Blends On Smash @therealdjamo DJ Awethentic - Therapy Vol 2 @djawethentic DJ Brother O - DMX @djbrothero DJ Cannon Banyon - Trap Energy 20 @djcannonbanyon DJ Hektik - 504 Bangaz DJ InfamousHaze & DJ TKO - Street Radar (Series) DJ Jazz Real Trap - I Am Hip Hop (Series) @jjjazzrealtrap DJ Joe Pro - The First 48 (Series) DJ Konvict - Coke-A-Rama @dj_konvict512 DJ Lazy K - Dope Mix DJ Lazy K - Dope Mix (Series) DJ Lil Steve - Summer 2K21 @therealdjlilsteve DJ MLK - Toxic (Series) DJ Remedy - Ride The Wave Mixtape Series DJ Spinatic - F*ck Yo Playlist (Series) @djspinatik DJ T-Money & Reezie Roc - Cigar Music II DJ Twistmoney - The Dream Starts Here DJ Young Samm - God Want Me To Ball Mixtape Monopoly - Smooth Operator Series

MIXTAPE ARTIST OF THE YEAR Bankroll Freddie @bankroll_freddie BIG 30 @ceobig30

Nominees list Big Walk Dogg @bigwalkdog1 Blasian B3 @blasianb3 D-Tay @615dtay D. E. U. C. E @d.e.u.c.e.

Hoody @realigionent J Dolla On Da Track @jdollaondatrack K Carbon @kcarbon__ Killa Pablo @killapablo LiSauce @bossmanesauce Liv Heavenly @livheavenly Los Ghost @losghost420 Mariyo Deon @mariyodeon Mindframe @thankgodimframe Petty615 @petty615 Queen Lady Bishop @queen_lady_bishop Rez Burna @rezburna1 Sweet Poison @sosweetpoison Triple Play Squeek @tripleplaysqueek

BEST SKILLS/BLEND DJ OF THE YEAR Dee Jay Q @deejayq1 DJ 007 @dj007thegreat DJ Big AL 360 @bigal360 DJ Brodi2x @brodi2x DJ Butter @djbutter31315 DJ Carolina X @djcarolinax DJ Cleve @djcleve DJ Dmoney Global @djdmoneyglobal DJ Donnie Dee @donniedoneit2 DJ Frosty @1djfrosty DJ Headrush @dj_headrush DJ Hollygrove @dj_hollygrove DJ Icy @icydj_1 DJ ILL Nino @djillnino DJ Loui Vee @louiveemydj DJ Mad EFX @djmadefx4 DJ Midknight @dj_midknight DJ Rolla @dj_rolla270 DJ Swisha @djswisha DJ Twoee @djtwoee

INTERNET / STREAMING DJ OF THE YEAR DJ A-Rod @dj_arod DJ Big Red @iamdjbigred DJ D-Wiz @djdwiz DJ Dive In @djdivein DJ Dmoney Global @djdmoneyglobal DJ E Dubble @djedubble DJ Fannie Mae @djfanniemae DJ Hillo @djhillo_htx DJ J Torcher @jtorcher DJ King Dream @djkingdream DJ LW @thedjlw DJ Montay @djmontay DJ Punch @djpunch317 DJ Pyrex @djpyrex DJ Rare Being @djrarebeing DJ Spade @djspade DJ Swetmusic @dj_swetmusic DJ Twoee @djtwoee DJ Vicky Vee @djvickyvee DJ Wildstyle @godjwildstyle

INTERNET / STREAMING ARTIST OF THE YEAR Ari Quinn @_ariquinn Biggie Babyalon @biggiebabylon Calimar White @calimar_white Cameo Bobo @princess_cameo Cee Tha Gxdd @ceethagxdd2x Colie Rich @colierich Destiny @destinymuah DJ The Rapper @dj.therapper Hard Liquor Shawty @hard_liquor_shawty HD4President @hd4president Jackie Venson @jackievenson Lotis Music @lotismusic NFM Drama @newfoundmoney_nfm

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Sipp Slo @sippslo SK TGM @sk_tgm Starsky Shaw @starskyshaw Tay Kelley @iamtaykelley Teedo Gonzalez @teedogonzalez TG Kommas @tgkommas Ty Bri @realtybri

RADIO STATION OF THE YEAR Black Ink Radio @blackinkradio DJPyrexapprovedradio.com Fresh Radio @realfreshradio Heat Check Radio @heatcheckradio Hood Idol Radio @hoodidolradio Hush Radio @msvhushradio In Da Mix Radio @indamixradiollc KKDA K104 (Dallas,TX) QSMRadio @qsmradio Stamped N Da Streetz Radio @sndradio Streetz 94.5 @streetz945atl Streetz 99.3 @streetz99.3 The Hype 87.3fm @thehype87.3 The Vibe 97.9 @97.9thevibe WBTF 107.9 The Beat (Lexington,KY) WJMI 99 Jams (Jackson,MS) WKNC 88.1 (North Carolia State University) WNNR Nothin Nice Radio @nothinniceradio WQQK 92Q (Nashville) WUBI.Live @wubi_ubiquity_radio

RADIO SHOW / PODCAST OF THE YEAR 85 South Show @85southshow Balancing Act Radio Show @barsonair Big Facts Podcast @bigfactspod Black Essential Talks @black.essential.talks

Black Girls Heat @BlackGirlsHeal Bracket Podcast Crew @thebracketpodcrew DJ Meat Show @TheDjMeatshow F#@k’d,Fed & Liberation @djauntiek FYI FLI @fyifli Kenny Smoove Morning Show @92qnashville Live With Carisha @carishathediva OG Talk The Podcast @ogtalkthepodcast Pour Minds Podcast @pour_minds Pregame Podcast @thepregamepodcast Real Nola Spill @realnolaspillshow Royces Rant @roycesrant San Pluto Show @thesanplutoshow Urban Suite @urbansuitesa WCW Podcast @wcw_podcast We Talk WeeklyTV @wetalkweekly

PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR Amani @manimillss Averianna @averiannathepersonality Brittany Jones @brittanydjones_ Carisha the diva @carishathediva DJ Loui Vee @louiveemydj DJ Nothin Nice @djnothinnice DJ Rolla @djrolla DJ Squirt @iamdjsquirt DJ Tremayne @djtremayne Fly Guy DC @iamflyguydc Franchella Simmons @franchellasimmons_ Jeremiah Marshall @hoodrock Jessica Jeanz @jessicajeanz Kenny Smoov @kennysmoov Kountry Wayne @kountrywayne Larry Gardner @larrygardner3131 Mediabae @mediabae Melz On The Mic @melzonthemic Royce Massengill @roycesrant Sissy Brown @sassymissmoka

SLEPT ON PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR Blizm @blizm_chainless 2’Live Bre @2livebre Asia Rose @thenycprincess.x Big Sue @bigsueshouse D Major @urbansuitesa DJ Balo @djbalo1000 DJ Dave Jordan @djdavejordan DJ Immortal @dj_immortal94 Firstclasse @firstclasse Hollywood Zay @hollywoodzay Kleo SOL @highlyintuitive Kyree Thomas @kyreethomas_ Lit Lovely Lisa @litlovelylisatv Mz. Good Newz @mzgoodnewz Nori Nori @itsnorinori Pyro Da Arsonist @pyro_da_arsonist Rosheka “Reject” Davis @rejecttalks Sleezy @deric_sleezy Tampa Mystic @tampamystic Y$N @realysn

ALBUM OF THE YEAR Big 30 - King Of Killbranch Big Scarr - Grim Reaper Big Yavo - Like Yay Blocc - Legend In The Flesh Brezzy Monroe - Illegally Blonde Bryant Taylorr - Rare Chris Ward - Pain Management FleXico - Street Diary Flo Milli - Ho, why is you here?

Fu Stan - Lockdown Hoody - Die Nasty Johnnie Blu & Shugga - Futuristic Styles Khrysis - The Hour of Khrysis Louie Pello - Purple static 4

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Mama Duke - Ballsy Moss Da Beast - Hardest N Walkin NBDMG - Black Jacket Real Smokesta - September Fifteenth EP Shatreese - Multi-talented Young Buck - 40 Days and 40 Nights

ARTIST MIXTAPE OF THE YEAR Big Yavo - On God II Bobby Fishscale - Chicken Day Cheniece Laveau - Queen Lady Bishop Crystal Lalucci - Casino D.e.u.c.e - Respect and money Dubble 0 - Still Standing EST Gee - Bigger Than Life Or Death FU Stan & BeHoward - Claude & Ray GGMG Remo - Goat ST Part 2 Key Glock - Yellow Tape 2 @key Lee SC - Luv Jones EP LiSauce - Hassan Lyrykal Savage - A Long Time Coming Rez Burna - The Nolia StarEasy - Souf Side Easy 2 Trapperman Dale - 6 Rings TumTum - Made In Texas Yella Tha OG - Trap Shit Vol 3 Yung Baby Tate - After The Rain Zaytoven - Zaytoven Presents: Fo15

ARTIST OF THE YEAR Beat King @clubgodzilla BIG 30 @ceobig30 Big Boogie @big_boogie_music Big Pokey @sucbigpokey Big Scarr @bigscarr Big Walk Dog @bigwalkdog1 Chyna Doll @Chynadollofficial DJ Chose @djchose

Nominees list ARTIST OF THE YEAR Dream Doll @dreamdoll Duke Deuce @dukedeuce Est Gee @est.gee Foogiano @foogiano HD4President @hd4president Hot Boii @itshotboii438 Icewear Vezzo @icewear_vezzo Jelly Roll @jellyroll615 Jucee Froot @iamjuceefroot Killah Calico @killahcalico Light Skin Keisha @lightskinkeisha Money Mu @stillpaidmu

SLEPT ON ARTIST OF THE YEAR 2SLIK @thereal2slik ABK Gatez @abk_gatez Ashley Noelle @iamashleynoelle Ashly C Baby @ashlycbaby Avar the Star @avarthestar Big Valero @eddievalero_ Blasian B3 @blasianb3 Cashville Young T @bigceo_cashvilleyoungt China A’more @china.amore Daisha McBride @the_rapgirl DatsJustice @datsjustice Dave Lucci @davelucci Famou$ Bueller @famousbueller GB OG BNOC @bnocgb Highstrung @officialhighstrung It’s Really Bunny @itsreallybunny Marlé Blu @marleblu RedVelvet TheGoddess @redvelvetthegoddess Tim Gent @tim_gent Trappamanedale @trappermandale

GROUP/LABEL OF THE YEAR Authentic Empire @authenticempiremg Bezzeled Gang @bezzeledgang BoyDog Entertainment @boydogworld Bread Music House @breadmusichouse Burial Boyz @burialboyz Capital Structure Ent. @capitalstructureent Envy @envythegroup Grind Hard @grindhardonline Hitmaker Music Group @the.hitmaker Jamla Records @jamlarecords L.O.U.D. Muzik @officialloud Lacman Records @lacmanrecords MC² @the.real.mc2 Money Games Ent. @moneygamesent OSO Worldwide @osoworldwide She DJs Memphis @shedjs901 SHG Entertainment @shgentertainmentllc The Blvd @theofficialblvd_ The Zydeco Sisters @thezydecosisters Too Wavy Crew @too_wavy_crew

PRODUCER OF THE YEAR 808 Mafia @808mafiaboss Bandplay @Iambandplay Bigg Von @iambiggvon Cartierfly @cartierfly Chino Dollar @chinodollarceo Chris Flame @chrisflamebeats D-Bando @dbando_cbs D.R.U.G.S Beats @drugs_beats DJ Cash @djcashtv DJ Chose @djchose Fredonem @fredonem Greedy Money @Iamgreedymoney Siahonthebeatz @siahonthebeatz Sparkz Tha Trakman @sparksomethin

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T-Head @thead901 Tay Keith @taykeith Throwed On Da Beat @throwedondabeat Wyshmaster @wyshmasterbeats Yella Boi Zay @yellaboizay Zaytoven @zaytovenbeatz

SLEPT ON PRODUCER OF THE YEAR AB Eastwood @a.b.eastwood Abstract OnDa Boardz @abstractondaboardz B Stokes @whoisbstokes Bama White @bamawhitesauce Bavier On The Beat @bavieronthebeat Brixton Bang @brixtonbang Burns-N-Noble @burnieamsterdam C Duffle @c_dufflellc Chorder @chordermadeit Deuce Tyrell @deucetyrell DJ Chill @djchillamw DopeBoyz Muzik @dopeboyzmuzic Fiya Ondatrack @fiyaproduction Frost4Eva @4evafrost Hitkidd @hitkidd Jackpot @jackpothitz KJ Let The Beat Knock @kjletthebeatknock Kydd Jones @kyddjones Lux Cash @luxcash Shani Beats @femaleproducershani

RECORDING STUDIO / ENGINEER OF THE YEAR 9twelve Studios @9twelvestudios AB the Yoda @ab_theyoda AVG Productions @averygiftedman Big River Studio @big_river_studio

Blizm @blizm_chainless C Walka @cwalkabeats Cap Baby @capbabyproductions Drama B @dramabmusic Fyngermade Studio @yungfyngasmusik Jeffo Da Hitmaker @jeffodahitmaker Kyng of Da Beatz @kyngofdabeatz M.Y. Key @m.y.key Mvchxne @mvchxne Rhythm Chambers Studios @ rhythmchamberstudio Rokkboii @rokkboii Side Trk @sidetrk Studio Plug Memphis @studioplugmemphis Sunbird Sudios & Technologies @ sunbirdstudiosandtech Taylor Whitney @taylorwhitney Trak Addict @trakaddict

PERFORMANCE OF THE YEAR 2 Five Da Raptor @2fiveraptor 2K Kent @2k_kentofficial 93 Purpose @93purpose Alleykat Numoney @alleykatnumoney Ana MonAe @_anamonae Andrea Vocab Sanderson @vocabulous Buttagoharder @buttagoharder Charle’ Jay @layluscious_ Crystal Lalucci @crystallalucci David Fuller @iamdavidfuller Faif @faifofficial Fredo Bang @fredobang Generation GT @generationgt J-Darius @john_dariusb Kaissidy @kaissidy Lizzy Jeff @lizzyjeffpresents OG Nappy Long Locs @ognappy_longlocs Pretty Shy @prettyshy4real

Sleepovrnxtfriday @thesleepovrnxtfriday Sunny St.James @1realsunny

LIVE BAND / MUSICIAN OF THE YEAR Alesia Lani @alesialanimusic Be On It @beonitofficial Blurred In10tions @blurredin10tions Brassville the Band @brassville Brian Mitchell & The Fyngerprints @ yungfyngasmusik Chinese Connection Dub Embassy @ccdevibes Colie Rich @colierich Desmond Fahie @dfoy_music Felycia Pendergrass @felyciagrass Fredrick Weathersby @theweathersby Johnnie Blu & Shugga @johnnieblu_shugga Jus Once @jusoncegogo Kevin Resnover Jr. @kresnover Keyana Elaine & Right Touch Band @keyana_ elaine_and_the_notes MC² @the.real.mc2 Mike Hicks @mikehicksmusic Nordista Freeze @nordistafreeze Old Time Boxing Band @oldtimeboxingband Xavier Lewis @XavierLewisXL Yarnell’s Vybe @yarnellsvibe

POET / SPOKEN WORD ARTIST OF THE YEAR Alexis Wolfe @wolfeseason Andrea Vocab Sanderson @vocabulous Bugsy Calhoun @bugsycalhountrj Christella Almonacy @writenow_dielater

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DeBria Love @debrialove_ Glo Armmer @glo_20_20 Kandie Marie @kandiemarie_author_k...

Karimahariel @karimahariel Kenneth Lowery @aka_s.u.g Maritza DatPoeticBroad @datpoeticbroad Mo Grays @mograys216 Moody Black @iammoodyblack Patrick Resse @patrickwalkerreese Rashad tha Poet & S-Wrap @rashadthapoet Robin G @robingpoetry Sacred Fantasy @sacred_fantasy Twigz @twigster_ Wild Perfection @wildperfectionthepoet Writeous Soul @writeoussoul Writers Block @writetheblock

POWER PLAYER/ EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR Arthur “Duke” Mohead @coyotelemon1 Bay Bay @hollyhoodbaybay Big Heff @bigheffmidwestfresh Chino Dollar @chinodollarceo Damel Taylor @damel_xsquaddjs_ceo Derryck “Big Tank” Thornton @bigtankmusic DJ Lomaxx @djlomaxx DJ Ro @iamdjro J Kristyle @jkristyle Klassik @klassikceo Lex Luga @ssclexluga Lovenoise @lovenoiselive Miami Mike @ceomiamimike OG Big Sean @unitedmusicmafia Onyx “Queen of Killeen” @onyx254 Rico Owens @ricoowensjefe Rosenzena J Pierce @thebizlawyer Sean Whitlow @unitedmusicmafia Tim Boss @timboss_ceo William B Harris Jr @hloyalpr

Nominees list SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 313 @ Co. @313andco 901 Restoration Kings @901restorationkings Custom Tees @marcocharcoent Edgley Exclusive @edgleyexclusive Exotic Pop @exoticpop_memphis Guidance Whiskey @guidancewhiskey Hush. Just Work! @hushjustwork Innate Success @innate_success KeKe’s For Real Dough @kk4rd Kung Fu Kitty Kat Cookie Club @ kungfukittykatcookieclub Passion Xperience @thepassionxperience Power Entertainment @power.entertainment Pretty Girl Cosmetics @prtygrlcosmetics Slim and Husky @slimandhuskys Sugar Daddy Cookies @ sugardaddycookiesatl Vocal Beads @Vocal_beads Vogue Trendzz Clothing LLC @ voguetrendzzclothing Wax House @thewaxhouseclarksville Wayne’s Wings @wayneswingss World Famous House of Mac @ worldfamoushouseofmac

SLEPT ON BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

Dirty Hearts Apparel @dirtyheartsapparel Elite Security @elite_security_professionals FYAB @shopfyab Middle Tennessee Black Gun Club @midtnbgc NodatPlace @nodatplace Pink Nookie @thepinkn00kie Pretty Savage Boutique @shatreese_mspretti Slug Global @slugglobal Sugaboats @suga.boats Touch Vodka @touch.vodka Upstage Comedy Lounge @upstagecomedy VenaCava Baking & Co. @therealvenacava

GRAPHIC DESIGNER OF THE YEAR B Woods @bwoods2am David Dean @payupdean Demitrius Daughtdrill @demitrius_designs Durdy Work @durduwork

2 Finesse @alnuke A State of Mind by Mike Berry Crosses @Itsmeezynow Ebony Hustle by Jamezz Hampton Frat House by Rodney Cox Just In Time by Lowladee Omolola Adeleke Legit Paper by Ray Jr. More To Life by Joseph Ebanks My Struggle: The movie by Lil Boosie Pimpin Aint Dead by Willie Wunka SBC Bloc Party “Da Documentary Sexaholics @thecelesteceleste She Had To Ask by Tailiah Breon T.R.A.P. @Trapptheseries The Bag Girls by Wil Lewis II The First Lady @dennisreedii The Herb Train by William Lemons The Kissing Game by Darasen Richards The People’s Champ Movie by Shamroc Dancil This Is Life by Nicolle M. Whalen

E’finit Media @efinitmedia EPM Graphic Design @epm_gfx225 FRXSH Inc Graphics [@frxshinc

WEBSITE / APP OF THE YEAR

Jay Wilson Media @jaywilsonmedia Kyro Ink @kyroink M Taha Khalid @mtahakhalid New Empire GFX @newempiregfx Repstar @repstarg Shock Gods Vision @shockgods

Ade U Design Company @adeudesignco Bella Rose Boutique @bellaroseboutiquems Bethancourt Law Firm @issa_lawyer Big Splash Beverage @bigsplashbeverage Blacclux Marketing Group @blaccluxmarketing Blnx @Blanx.me Bonfire Wingz @bonfirewings Cilver Leaf II @CilverL

INDIE DVD/FILM OF THE YEAR

Sick Empire @iamsickempire Tony @capcitytones Tosin @tosin_dotcomdon UR Image Studios @urimagestudios Vincent Mosely @kingexilevfk Yella Stud GFX @yellastud YnotMe GFX @ynotmegfx

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Boydogentertainment.com BreadMusicHouse.com Carolina Waves @carolinawaves ClarksvilleRap.com Climatechangeent.com Dallas Global Media @dallasglobaltv Digitalradiotracker.com Fleetdjs.com Mixtapepsds.com Panachecreationsbranding.com Qsflavas.com SippHipHop.com southernplugworld.online Spinstatz.com

Stay on the Go @sotgapp Strictly4dastreets.com Thankgodimframe.com Unitedmusicmafia.com Weebattle.com Whitneyaustin.com

INTERNET HUSTLER OF THE YEAR 3D Na’Tee @3dnatee Aireka Harvell @airekaharvell Al Papers @apapers Anthony @rarriant Boomman @boomman_ae Buttagoharder @buttagoharder Cook Up Boss @cookupboss Dick James @darealdickjames DJ Ace Star @djacestar Duce Blaque @therealduceblaque Fast Money The Connect @fastmoney_ theconnect Felicia Rivers @geecheone Heather @beautiful_heather Leah Parker @Msleahparker Molly World @soofficialmollyworld_ Murk aka Ms P31 @murkp31 Mz. Xclusive Memphis @xclusivememphis Nez Tha villain @nezthavillain04 So Sincere @sosincerepr Versy Picone @versypicone

SOCIAL MEDIA / BRAND / INFLUENCER OF THE YEAR Black Business Boom @blackbusinessboom Bread Winner Models @breadwinnermodels Brittany Phelps-Jones @brittanyphelpsfansb

Carisha The Diva @carishathediva Cee Rich @mzceerich Crystal E. Taylor @thequeencurator DaHub @dahublive Dope Academy @dopeacademy Edukated Khaos @edukated_khaos Ily Truly @ilytruly Jordan Gaither @jordan_gaither Kenny Burns @kennyburns Lee Currie @leecurrie615 Media Bae @mediabae Ms Tesha @eyecandy.love Nakia Jamar Jenkins @officialnakia Sherril Metal @sherrilmetal Shun OvidMedia Atkins @ovidmedia Snoop @whoissnoop Social Society @thesocialsociety

INTERNET VIDEO / SERIES OF THE YEAR 12 Web Series @12webseries Behind The Muzik @rudeboyvisuals Boss Moves @realigionent Burn One Podcast @burn1podcast Calm Down TV @calmdowntv Drenching @ognappy_longlocs Jokes On you @lyrykalsavage Lit Lovely Lisa TV @litlovelylisatv Mz. Blue Radio Show @mzblueradioshow Nate 2 Stupid @nate2stupid NerveDJs Club Style Show @nervedjs Paid In Exposure Podcast @paidinexposure_ podcast Pour Minds Podcast @pour_minds Satellite Bobby Odyk @itsbobbyodyk FEATURING B.I.Gizzle Hurtem @b.i.gizzle_ hurtem and James Jr the Great @jamesjrthegreat Shine TV @2LiveBre @KingBrandon @ashtonjones

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Sipping’ The Montea @sippinthemontea T.R.A.P. @traptheseries Tasteful Yet, Toxic Podcast @tastefulyettoxic The Odd Life of Shay Little @goodvisualz Well Red Black Girl @wellreadblackgirl

PUBLICATION OF THE YEAR Apex Coture Magazine @apexcoturemag aXis Magazine @OrlandoaXis Burning Spear @UhuruNews Concrete Magazine @concrete615 Grynd Report @thegryndreport Houston Hip Hop News @houstonhiphopnews How to Be Successful In the Music Industry @SeanWhitlow1 In Da Mix Magazine @in_the_mix Jamsource Magazine @JamsourceJAMS Makin It Magazine @makinitmag Marlon Peterson - Brid Uncaged One Hundred Magazine @ohmmagazineid RockLan One @rocklanone_ Southern Plug Magazine @southernplugmag Stardom 101 Magazine @stardom101mag Terence Lester - When We Stand @imterencelester Top Hiphop Alerts Magazine @tophiphopalertsmag Unkut Illustrated Magazine @unkutmagazine W.A.P. Nympho Chronicles @kandiemarie_author_ksllcceo Xclusive Magazine @theexclusivemagazine

PHOTOGRAPHER/JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR Anthony @pittsshotsphotography Bill “ClickFlash” DeJesus @mr_clickflash

Nominees list Brian “B High” Hightower @bhighatl Chanitra Dreher @shotbycee CT Milan @ctmilan D’ante Speed @machspeed365 Donzaleigh Powell J Howell Photography @jarette_jhp J Raphael @jraphaelphotos Jai’s Photography @jai_s_photography_ Kandie Marie @pandora_kandiemarie_ Kay @k.reneestudios Models Behind The Lens @modelsbehindthelens Ms. Rivercity @msrivercity No. 89 Photography @no.89photography Patrick Covington @patrickcphoto Paula Stopka @ShotsByPaula Photos by Zo @photosbyzo.

Sherril Metal @sherrilmetal Tomika Hill @1sightvisuals

VIDEOGRAPHER / DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR 3AM Media Group @3ammg Al Nuke @alnuke AlphaMale Visuals @a_m_visuals Authentik TV @authentik.tv BIG AKFilms @akfilming BornWinner Bj @bornwinnerbj BrinkTV @brinktvshow Cidal Vision @cidalvision Dani coleman @iamdanicoleman DMG Filmz @dmgfilmz Ice Breaking Films LLC @icebreakingfilms Jasmin Nicole Shuler @jasmin_shubey Jayson Foley @jaysonfoley Josh Lovett @iamjoshlovett Lil Mo Films @lilmofilms Queen Tee Visuals @queenteelive Wesley Crutcher @wesleycrutcher Wikid Films @wikidfilmsss

Zach Hurth @zach_hurth ZWimaging @zwimaging

CLUB DJ OF THE YEAR DJ A-Rod @dj_arod DJ Big Red @iamdjbigred DJ C-Lo @entitydjclo DJ Doc Roc @dvdjdocroc DJ Filthy Rich @dj_filthyrich DJ Hardhitta @djhardhitta1 DJ Hi-C @godjhiceo DJ Hurt Em @djhurtem DJ Levi @iamdjlevi DJ Luh Mouse @luhmouse DJ Memphis @djmemphis_ DJ New Era @thedjnewera DJ Reezy @iamdjreezy DJ Rocksteddy @djrocksteddy DJ Sam @dj_sam DJ Sandy @djsandyy DJ Ski-Weezy @djskiweezy DJ Spin @_djspin DJ Trap @djtrap615 DJ Wrightful @djwrightful

SLEPT ON CLUB DJ OF THE YEAR

DJ Pat @djpat1200 DJ Savage @djsavage901 DJ Shante @djshante DJ Slayher @iamdjslayher DJ Space Age @djspaceage DJ Squirt @iamdjsquirt DJ Swishamann @djswishamann DJ Walt @dj_waltckdo DJ Wet @djwet615 Support Staff @supportstaffofficial The Dark Knight @thadarkknight210

EVENT/CLUB/RECORD PROMOTER OF THE YEAR 4 Phones Ent @4phonesent 4Ward Ent @cmrpromotions Big Heff @bigheffmidwestfresh Cashville Ace @cashvilleace Coach Bandz @coachbandz Curtis Givens @curtis_givens Damon Shields @mrhighschooltakeova

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Art Basel @artbasel Art From The Heart @day1ink Butterflynation @2livebre Chattanooga Hip Hop Summit @chahiphopsummit Coalition DJs @coalitiondjstennessee Dope Shit Only Crew @dope_shit_only_crew Elite Model Managment Miami @elitemiami Esquire Lit Group @esquirelitgroup Fleet DJs @fleetdjs Hloyal Management And PR @hloyalpr Home for Music Media @homeformusic Hood Idol Tour @hoodidoltour LModelz Model Management @lmodelz Memphis Hip Hop Awards @ memphoshiphopawards_ Nashville 40 Under 40 @sotgapp Nashville Is Not Just Country Music @ninjcm Nerve DJs @nervedjs The Ring Showcase @_texastrillllll Tribe Talent Management @tribetalent Win Or Regret Music Group @winorregret

DJ Tellz @dj_tellz Fat Zack @fatzack Gee Hicks @partywithgee

MODEL OF THE YEAR

J Kristyle Management @jkristyle JSpence @j.spence93 Montana White @montanawhite100

DJ Big Twin @bigtwin79 DJ Caine @1djcaine DJ Chill Will @djchillwill DJ Double J @djdoublej919 DJ Gea @djgea DJ HypemanCrunk @djhypemancrunk DJ Jemini @officialdjjemini DJ Kelly J @djkellyJ DJ Memville @djmemville

INDUSTRY EVENT/SERVICE OF THE YEAR

Mugga Man @muggaman_charlestonplug Shon Gotti @shon_gotti615 Slim Did It Promotions @slimdiditpromo Stunna @Numba1.stunnaa Tim Boss @timboss_ceo Virdiko Global Music Promotion @virdiko YME Promo @ymepromo

Ashley Von @_ashleyvon Brittany Passion @brittany_passion Chavers John @chavers.john Crissy J @itsmecrissyj Cuban Queen @lilbittytopnotchee Debria Love @debrialove_ Destiny Cruzado @destiny.cruzado Dora Dior @doradior_themodel Ebony Tatum @ebonytatum_ JaiLove @Iamjailove Keniya “Queen” Love @Therealqueenlove

Ladi Jon’rea @modeljonrea Lena Renea @lenarenea Mai Tai @its_maitai Quann @quannthemodel Runa Lucienne @runalucienne Simone Banks @mssimonebanks SK @model_sk Tyliyah Monroe @iamtyliyahmonroe Yeena love @yeena.love

IMPACT MODEL OF THE YEAR Ashley Rogers @ashleyrogersbeauty Autumn Falls @autumnfallsx Black Beauty 615 @blackbeauty615 Black Ink Luu @blackinkkluu Blasian Made @blasianmade_ Bunny Takang @itsbunny_baby Candy Coated @candycoatedab Charisma Sweets @charisma.sweets Charity The Model @mscharity_the_model Dominique @ninicemone Eddie @eddiemck_model Firstclasse @firstclasse Inked Up Kaay @inkedupkaay Joselyn The Model @joselyn_the_model Kreamy @igotkreamycakes Lady Jon’rea @modeljonrea Model Michel’le @model_michellea_72673 Nichole Couture @nichole.couture T the model @__taylordanielle Tiara Russell @tiararussell

SLEPT ON MODEL OF THE YEAR

Daylan Hollywood @daylan_hollywood Elisha The Model @elishathemodel Fine China @truefinechina Janay Amber @janayamber Jane Bond @jane_montana Jen Dionne @jenndionne Jessica Zyrie @thejessicazyrie Kevin Wallace @1kevinwallace Kream 615 @kreamforeign Lillian R. @_lillianr Lucy risqué @misslucyrisque Monyea @Realmonyea Ms. Candi @mscandi_officialpage Nyeusi Almasi @nyeusi_almasi Pretty Shaay @prettyyshaayy Shonyee @iamshonyee

MUA / STYLIST OF THE YEAR Aja Hill @ohshebangbang Aliyah Hayoun @aliyahhayounbeauty Amber Corley @ambercorleyartistry_ Amy G Makeup @amygmakeuppp Ash @makeupbyashzee Beat Down by Bittyy @beatdownbybittyy Beats by Kels @beatsbykels Brinaa @beatbybrinaa Gennia Nicole @Gennianicole_mua Jada @1hair4you Jorja Oliver @beautybyjorjaoliver Just As Beautiful @bejustasbeautiful Miss Errenda’s Salon @misserrenda Money Doll @moneydoll_lady Mua Charm @muacharm Nikki Chanel @the_facegyrl

A Rose @iamarosethemodel Ashley Noelle @iamashleynoelle Blasianmade @blasianmade_ Cupcake Model @ariel_cupcake

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Regina Dean @BeautyForgedByFire Shay michelle @shaymichellehair Sheena Nicole @mzsheenanicole Sonya Sims @sonyasims_beautyrunway

Nominees list FASHION DESIGNER / BRAND OF THE YEAR 3150 Clothing @3150clothing Adrian Alicea @iamadrianalicea Ashley Monique @thefairygodmotheroffashion Be You Clothing @beyouclothing82 Cierra Boyd @friskmegood Cindy & Co. LLC @cindycompany Coast Boy Clothing @coastboyclothing228 Cocky @spencecockygear Death Rose Clothes @deathroseclothes Dope Dreams Apparel @dopedreamslgcy Fly Boy LLC @flyboytcfclothing FYAB @shopfyab Hatin Ain’t Healthy LLC @hatinainthealthy Kimberly Adams @shopslimpickings Mauze Elite @mauzeelite Miss Ourglass @iamshatava Styluz @shopstyluz Tanae Wright @royaltkouture_boutique @tanae_lavon Toya Mcleod @h2t.head2toeapparel What My Shirt Say? @whatmyshirtsay

Free Hearts @freeheartsorg Increase the Peace @increasethepeacesa Innate Success @innate_success Ladies of Unique @ladiesofuniquenashville Metro Jackson Heart Walk @american_heart Mlk Community Center @diegooustus_1_colw2i MTL Basketball @mtl_basketball_mentor_training Nashville Music Equality @nashvillemusicequality The Pardon Attorney @pardonattorney

COMMUNITY LEADER OF THE YEAR 2’Live Bre @2livebre Andrew Jacobi Jeter @andrewjacobi Arthur “Duke” Mohead @coyotelemon1 Ashford Hughes Sr. @ashford_sr Big Heff @bigheffmidwestfresh C-Grimey @cgrimey423

COMMUNITY SERVICE OF THE YEAR

Calvin Fridge Bryant @1teamfridge Cashville Ace @cashvilleace Chef Mic True @mictrue Courtney Hale @hopedealingcourt

100 Black Men of America @100blackmen 200 Man Stand @200manstand 901 Bloc Squad @901blocsquad All Families Matter @allfamiliesmatter_1 Austin Justice Coalition @austinjusticecoalition Black August In The Park @blackaugustnc Black Live Music Fund @blacklivemusicfund Bw Cares @bw_cares Cold Patrol Murfreesborocoldpatrol.com Cure Thev Streets @curethestreetsdc D.O.P.E. Fest @dope_fest

Crystal E. Taylor @thequeencurator DJ Winn @djwinn Fari X @IAmFariX Grovehero @groveheroofficial Marcus Fitzgerald @marcusfitzgerald_sr Shannon Sanders @_shannonsanders Shon Gotti @shon_gotti615 Tyrone Polk @t_dash_polk Valencia Gunder @valenciagunder Wallstreet Trapper @wall_street_trapper

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NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR Angels by Nature @reliefgang Austin Justice Coalition @austinjusticecoalition Black Freedom Factory @blackfreedomfactory Blessings In A Backpack @blessingsinabackpack Build Up Foundation (B.U.F.) @buildupfoundation Creative Aritst of TN @creativeartistsoftn Creative Girls Rock @creative_girls_rock Equity Alliance @theequityalliance Foundation for Fortitude @foundationforfortitude Funky Town Fridge @funkytownfridge Hands On New Orleans @handsonnola Heal The Hood Foundation Of Memphis @healthehood Increase the Peace @increasethepeacesa Justice 11-17 @Justice11_17 Kids On The Block @kids_on_the_block Love Beyond Walls @lovebeyondwalls Music is Change @music_forchange Playmakers @playmakersnashville Seayscholarshipfund.org The ARC @thearchouston