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CLAPBACK SEASON Saucy Santana Says BeyHive Is Trying To “Ruin His Career” Over Old Tweets About Beyonce And Blue Ivy

Saucy Santana seems to be on track to having a career-defining year. With cover stories in Teen Vogue and PAPER magazine, he’s continued to break down barriers for LGBTQIA+ Hip-Hop artists through his unapologetic nature. But as Santana embarks on a wave that looks to solidify his spot in Hip-Hop’s future, his past seems to have other plans. Ahead of a scheduled live show in Houston, Texas, Saucy Santana’s tweets from 2014 resurfaced, showing a strong disdain for Beyonce and Blue Ivy. The BeyHive swarmed to the scene and inflicted the wrath of the mighty stan base upon the rapper. Calling attention to tweets where Santana called Blue Ivy “nappy-headed” and claimed that he was prettier than Beyonce, the BeyHive has demanded an apology. But to their surprise, Saucy Santana was not giving in to their demands. The rapper unleashed a series of tweets, refusing to apologize for his old tweets. “Fake woke a** bi***es!!!! People don’t care about old tweets. The internet have this weird thing with power!” he tweeted in response to the BeyHive on Friday (June 10). “Thinking they have the power to cancel someone… NEWS FLASH! You don’t! Y’all think y’all have someone by the balls about situations you don’t give a damn about.”

Doubling down on his refusal to give in, Santana claimed that the BeyHive was trying to “ruin people’s careers” because “they’re miserable” and mentioned he was in their shoes when he made those tweets in 2014.“Stop all that cap! Tryna ruin ppl Careers cuz you at home miserable and broke,” he added. “I was miserable and broke, too, making childish, hateful tweets in 2014. I’m 28 years old. A grown-ass adult. A completely different mindset on life from when I was 20. But, yall knew dat.” During his tweet storm, Santana also mentioned that if he did ever apologize, he wouldn’t be apologizing to the BeyHive or any other fan base because it would make sense to apologize to Bey and Blue as he was talking about them, not their stans. Saucy Santana recently performed at Hot 97’s Summer Jam on Sunday (June 12) and dropped his Latto-assisted single “Booty,” which, ironically, samples Bey’s classic 2002 single “Crazy In Love.”

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Voices from the South of the Carolinas looking to speak their stories and save the culture. Feast Ent is one of the most premier record labels hailing from South Carolina. With an eclectic array of artist like the late Mr. Deebo, KillahCyn, Louch and many more. Feast Ent has become known for their heavy hitting bass driving sound that is taking over hip hop listeners ears today. Under the co-leadership of Dee “Breeze” Turner FEMG has grown to become a group of SC uniques that come together to create only the rawest and rare form of art through pain experience and imagination.

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Q. Wassup, it's your boy Darren Southern Plug Brown for Southern Plug Magazines here with the super graceful and talented Dyamond Huntaz. Tell our readers that may not be familiar with you or your work just who you are and what it is that you do? A. My position is marketing, promotions and media. I have the capacity to manage talents in all industry. When I first started in the industry in the late 90s, I used to work as the main or underline promoter placing indie artists with major headliners such as Big Tymers, Juvenile, Jagged Edge, and many more. Q. What core things about your childhood and oast do you think were the most vital in creating the Dyamond we see before us today? A. Well I am blessed to been raised with a solid foundation with a God fearing mother whom worked, took care of family, church Ministries basically your average Superwoman. Then I have a strong father whom is a true definition a Classic Man and gentlemen. He is quite but loved by people that let in his personal space. I'm truly blessed to have those genuine qualities in whom I am as a person. Most of it all to have God as my anchor. My daily goal is to continue growing in him to reach my ultimate destination or greatness. Q. How does being LGBTQ+ contribute to the greatness that is Dyamond Huntaz! A. Well honestly I am not a type of to specialize in a certain genre groups. However I am a proud LGBTQ recipient and look forward to represent whom I am spite different professional elements about me. Look forward to getting more involved in the community. Q. I of all people know what it means to wear multiple hats. With that being said how does Dyamond the Manager differ from you in all the other roles you operate in? A. Dyamond the Manager is more business minded and expect nothing but greatness from my talent. I'm not looking to babysitting or doing the work for my talent. They must have the drive as I do to get them where they need to be. Talents must have a budget. Marketing and building a team cost money. It's always about time value money. 9

Q. What is it about you that you think your core audience connects with the most? A. Many people adore my genuinity personality and strategic business mind. I have a genuine passion to see my team and partners succeed their greatness as I'm accomplishing my goals. Q. Dyamond Huntaz is a management company right? Who are you currently managing and what do you guys have brewing for the people? A. Currently Dyamond Huntaz is not managing anyone just have some AWESOME ambassadors and partners that keeps me busy like.... my goals with Southern Plug and my ultimate goal is Models of the Carolinas PLUS many more projects. Q. What is the biggest obstacle you've had to face in the entertainment industry as a member of the LBGTQ+ Community? A. Never had to face much obstacles as a member of the LGBTQ community but as a woman in the industry. Many men love to take a woman for granted when he see her dominating the industry. They either use sexual advantages or vigorous acts towards her. She must be able to endure but not devalue herself to FIT IN! Q. Do you feel that your journey maybe harder than others in your ﬁeld because of your sexual orientation? A. Once again not so much as my sexual orientation but gender. A woman have to be fearless and ambitious to keep going despite the odds. Q. Many people think that we as creatives only do what we do for fame or the bag so to speak. But, as a creative myself I happen to know that there is a sense of purpose driving our abmitions and goals. What would you say is your purpose for doing what you do? A. My sole purpose is to be able to duplicate myself in the right individuals. Give hope to the fallen soldiers or individuals who are seriously looking to another opportunity in life. Q. What would you tell a little boy or girl just like you that maybe has dreams of following in your footsteps so to speak? A. Stay tuned for Dyamond Huntaz Foundation that will offer that opportunity to them. Q. Ok thats it for this Southern Plug Exclusive with Reject Davis. Tell my readers how they can ﬁnd you online; Social media, Website, music pages etc? A. Follow me on social media #dyamondhuntaz Or www.dhtalents.com. Legal assistance ecgllc.wearelegalshield.com.

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Known by most as Mr. Misunderstood, Kwame has become the premier R&B/Hip Hop Artist of Columbia, SC. The Southern Plug Music Awards Male R&B Artist of the Year nominee has been seen performing his hit singles “Misunderstood” & “OOOOLALA” all over the city and a source told Douthern Plug that Kwame is working on new music where you will be able to hear more of his vocal abilities. And that he is excited to share with the world. Follow him @kwamesings to see what’s next for the Soda City’s Next Big Thing!

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DAVIS Q. Wassup, it's your boy Darren Southern Plug Brown for Southern Plug Magazines here with Rosheka “Reject” Davis of Reject Talks. Tell our readers that may not be familiar with you or your work just who you are and what it is that you do? A. My name is Rosheka”Reject” Davis a.k.a RoWhoa with the ﬂow who screams out lets gooooooooo from my soul. I am a Mother, Daughter, sister, auntie, 3 time Amazon International best selling Co-Author, an International Speaker, Poet, Writer, CEO, Educator, Leader, philanthropist, philosopher, community advocate, the bridge to the gap, a humble servant of Big God. A creator. Go to www.RoshekaDavis.com for more in-depth answers to your questions. Q. So, at the Southern Plug Music Awards you introduced the world to Reject the artist. How long have you been hiding that gem from the world? A. Reject was a never hiding, I just decided to express myself in a di erent manner. Never was hiding it those that know me know me. I just decided to stay true.

Q. I of all people know what it means to wear multiple hats. With that being said how does Reject the musical artist differ from you in your usual role as the radio personality or host? A. Reject is my Yin. RoWhoa is my Yang. Collectively is one in the same maintaining duality never changing. Q. What is it about you that you think your core audience connects with the most?. A. My authenticity. I know what it is like and I never can forget where I can from. All Praises to The Most High and I am thankful to be in this track of life. I am a single Mother. I am black. I am LGBTQ. I came from poverty, but poverty will not come from me. I work. I cry. I lose, I’ve said goodbye. I’m human just striving to be. Q. Has operating in that capacity affected your artistry in any manner. If so how? A. It had an affect on how I choose to effect. I don’t want to be remembered so much by what I say but how I make you feel. I come in peace and that’s what I want my listeners to feel. Peaceful. Q. What is the biggest obstacle you've had to face in the entertainment industry as a member of the LBGTQ+ Community? A. I have learned to appreciate obstacles, they are a good workout. You gain weight in the valley. Bring me is misunderstood, be it I attract every type of human so I have to guard my heart with all diligence. Q. Do you feel that your journey maybe harder than others in your field because of your sexual orientation? A. Because I am Divine Masculine dipped in Divine Feminine I find more of a prove it group of humans. People assume all type of things so I must stand in my power of I am who I say I am. Q. Many people think that we as creatives only do what we do for fame or the bag so to speak. But, as a creative myself I happen to know that there is a sense of purpose driving our abmitions and goals. What would you say is your purpose? A. My purpose is community Unity and rebuilding the village. Healing. I am light. I am Peace. I am Love. Q. What would you tell a little boy or girl just like you that maybe has dreams of following in your footsteps so to speak? A. I would tell them to not take my path, but create there own. Always bet on yourself. Q. Feel like giving us a Southern Plug Exclusive today? What’s the next project for Reject? What do you have cooking? A. To build up the youth in my projects. I’m cooking wisdom, knowledge and inner standing. Q. Ok thats it for this Southern Plug Exclusive with Reject Davis. Tell my readers how they can find you online; Social media, Website, music pages etc? A. Www.RoshekaDavis.com Rosheka Davis on Facebook Rosheka(Reject) Davis on IG Rosheka(Reject) Davis on TikTok Rosheka(Reject) Davis on Twitter Rosheka Davis on LinkedIn

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C, LGBTQ ACTIVIST, ACTOR and DJ... AIKO FINESSE Herbert, a South Carolinian has been captivating audiences since the tender age of twelve. Born August 1, 1987, Aiko did not feel as though he fit in with other kids. He was often teased and bullied on his appearance and the darkness of his skin. All the topsy-turvy emotions sent Aiko to an uncomfortable place as he began to suffer from headaches that soon led to anger issues. Worried about how the peer pressure was affecting Aiko, his family decided to place him in therapy sessions several times a week. During his 4th grade year, his school guidance counselor gave him a suggestion…, " When you begin to feel angry, upset, or sad, I want you to write your feelings on a piece of paper and once you have written down all of the things that anger you, throw the note paper away." Instead, Aiko kept every single one of those “anger notes” that he'd written and began to use them to make his way out of that dark place. Those thoughts were soon channeled into the lyrical phenomenon that he is today… A fortunate gift uprooted by unfortunate circumstances. Aiko’s lyrics tell the story of an unhappy child who grew to be a troubled teen that later became a well sought after disc jockey. Words of life is revealed through personal events, poetry, spoken words and music. This artist is well on the way to superstardom. In 2008, Aiko attended the Art Institute of Atlanta too study music and video production. Additionally, this is where AIKO also grasped other aspects of the entertainment industry. However, due to financial hardship, Aiko would return home to South Carolina in the Spring of 2009, but that was just a temporary setback. Aiko continued to leave his impression in the industry and was invited to travel to New York and audition for the BET hit show “106 & Park”. Aiko poured divine passion into his audition that left the judges utterly impressed; dubbing his as the younger version of the iconic music mogul, Lil Wayne. Aiko has also won distinguished awards such as the "NEWBERRY GOT TALENT" (1st place for two consecutive years), followed by “BEST MC AND CROWD FAVORITE”. Aiko also entered the “Coast 2 Coast Mixtape Showcase” (ATL Edition) and won 2nd place. He also entered his video "Energy Cover" into their video showcase and won 1st place. Expanding his passion for music, in 2013 Aiko began to self-teach his self the art of deejaying and within one year, a new buzz started to swarm in his favor. Aiko is booked all across his hometown and state for weddings, family events, birth parties, and more! In 2015, he secured his first out of state gig at “CLUB ARGOS" in Augusta, Georgia, followed by gigs with Columbia, South Carolina’s only LGBT night spot "KRAVE". Aiko corded his first song "COLORS" alongside a rising female MC and videographer known as YPC NAE. Aiko is steady making a name for his self and this is only the beginning for this rising phenomenon.

I am a ﬁrst generation college graduate with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting from Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC. I studied the Spanish language extensively during my experience at Wofford as well. I took 21 hours of Spanish coursework, which has enhanced my knowledge in Global Studies and communication. With my accounting experience and Spanish skills, I am able to interpret, create, and assist with business ﬁnancials, as well as being able to communicate with customers on a larger scale. Besides my education, I take my art very seriously. I started writing short stories in elementary school. I then moved on to writing poetry in high school and college, which ultimately led to my passion for writing songs. Music alone, has inspired me to overcome tough situations, as well as encouraged me. After college, I began to invest more and more time in my craft and now I am at a point where I am networking, promoting, creating, and sharing. I would love to come across more opportunities to brand myself in different places and network with people that share a similar passion for music.

KAMAL RUSSELL BRINGS NEW SAUCE TO GEECHEE ONE FILMS __________________ Aside from being the vocal genius behind The WonderTwinz, a group that he is apart of with his twin brother Kassah. Kamal “Nova Starr” Jordan has been reported to be one of the geniuses behind some of the dopest films on streaming platform Tubi. Movies like Trap Flix Party, Lilith Ball, Sugar Babies, & more. With his exciting new ideas, pop culture comprehension, & vocals on most of the soundtracks; Jordan has helped to launch Geechee One Films into a global conglomerate. Known by millions worldwide. You can follow Kamal @novastar.3000

TINY DESK TO THE BIG STAGE BY AMELIA MASON

Every year, thousands of independent musicians submit videos to NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest in the hopes of being discovered. As we have for the past two years, the ARTery convened a panel to choose its favorite from among the 212 Massachusetts entries. This year, it's "Slick Talk" by Kweeng Doll. Kweeng Doll's video stood out for its wit, poise and bouncy, irresistible beat. All five of our panelists — myself, journalists Karen Muller and Candace McDuffie and musicians Anjimile and Tim Gearan — agreed that nothing matched the originality of Kweeng Doll's agile rapping and genderbending look. Last week, I met up with the musician in the Fenway neighborhood of Boston

or more than three decades, South Carolina Pride Movement has been on the forefront of fighting for LGBTQ rights to live, love, work, and celebrate openly and honestly in South Carolina. SC Pride, located in Columbia, SC, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the needs of the LGBTQ+ community and its partners through educational events, entertainment, community outreach, and celebrations of diversity throughout the year. SC Pride produces each year Famously Hot SC Pride Festival, Get Lit Nighttime Parade & Concert, Outfest Columbia, and more. The Pride Festival, held in October each year on Main Street, is one of the largest outdoor festivals in the city and the largest LGBT event in the state.The mission of South Carolina Pride Movement is to support the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender community of South Carolina; to celebrate the richness and diversity of GLBT lives; to educate the general population on LGBT issues; and to advocate for equality and inclusion in all areas of life. With steady growth through the 2000s, the organization took a bold step in 2012 and moved to Main Street, bringing the parade and festival into the center of the state and as a ‘Main Event’ in South Carolina. Under the leadership of Jeff March, now SC Pride’s longest-running President, the organization took great strides to increase awareness and attendance, bolstering numbers each year on Main. In 2012, the festival drew more than 15,000, followed by 25,000 in 2013; 35,000 in 2014; 50,000 in 2015; 65,000 in 2016; 75,000 in 2017; and 80,000 in 2018; 85,000 in 2019; and more than 85,000 in 2021 (in 2020, the organization took a year off due to COVID restrictions). Additionally, the Board implemented new events like the Aftermath, the only official Pride afterparty; the President’s Ball, a black-tie affair; Ultra VIP Lounge, a top-shelf experience during the Festival; and Outfest Columbia, a Pride-Month block party celebration. The organization brought megastars to Koger Center theater events, including Joan Rivers and Kathy Griffin.At a gay and lesbian community picnic held on Dreher Island in the fall of 1989, PFLAG parent Harriet Hancock worked the small crowd with a clipboard, asking if folks would be willing to march down Columbia’s Main Street in a gay march. An organizing committee developed, with Jim Blanton and Barbara Embick as the first SC Pride march co-chairs. The organizers issued nine demands for needed reforms in education, health, and civil rights—such as equal opportunity in employment, equal treatment in the military, the repeal of sodomy laws, the right to adopt children, and the monitoring of hate crimes by law enforcement. There were many fears at that first march. Though laws prevented people from wearing masks, organizers had clown makeup artists present for those who wanted to disguise their appearance. Participants also say there was an incredible sense of energy and excitement as they stepped out onto the street. About 2000 people marched the few blocks down Main Street to the state capitol, spontaneously rushing up the capitol steps for an enormous group photo, staking claim to a political presence in the state.

Last year on June 24, 2021 Southern Plug released our first annual Pride Edition of Southern Plug Magazine. This special edition publication featured LGBTQ+ musical artists Daya Carter, Creme Dela Cream, Wyteboi Kidd, & Lex DaBenefit on the covers. Not to take credit for anyone’s success or anything. This article references where they are after featuring on the covers of last year’s pride issue.

Daya Carter Shortly following the release of last year’s pride edition Daya released the video for his already viral summer hit “Candy”. He also started to get booked all over the place. He has most notably performed and hosted a numerous of pride events and festivals. Making him undoubtedly the #1 LGBTQ artist in Columbia, SC. He also went on to release new 2 more singles, “Do Ya Thang” in 2021 & “Energy” earlier this year.Follow Daya at @dayacarterr to see what he does next.

Lex TheBenefit The most noticeable thing is that Lex DaBenefit cut her hair. But aside from that she has went on to be nominated for numerous awards and event performed at the Southern Independent Music Awards in Atlanta, GA. Aside from performances Lex has also become one of the most sought after party/showcase hosts in the Soda City.

Wyteboi Kydd Born To Hustle Media Co-CEO Wyteboi Kidd has lead quite a quiet life since being featured on the cover of our Pride Issue in 2021. She hasn’t released new music since her last hit album “Cashout” with JuOnTheBeat in 2020. Sorry that our research has yielded much to nothing about this 2021 Pride Issue cover artist, but if youd like to know ahts up with Wyteboi Kydd

Creme Dela Creme Creme Dela Creme has been pretty busy since featuring on the cover of Southern Plug’s Pride Issue 2021. Releasing new music and featuring on track with some of the biggest names in music. Like the hit single “Bad Intentions” by Rhed Rich and the album “The Chosen One. Make sure you follow her at creme_dela_creme007.

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Known for her Live music performances and open mic drop throughs, neo soul and Hiphop artist, Kandace Breon is a South Carolina native. With a soulful background in gospel, Kandace has been singing since the age of 5 in her local community church. There she was inspired by her grandmother and father who taught her to use her voice. Aspiring to produce music for the soul is something this singer/songwriter does well with her songs, “Goodbye”, “Apologize”, “Better Days”, and many others. This vibe setting artist has been working on many projects. Some involving the engineering and production of her very own album. Now Florida based, this artist is expanding her ground in music and pure artistry with new music soon to come from the album “HEADSPACE”. This album will expressing her live guitar talents and providing more grooves to hit the spot.

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