What's Next For Chey Lanay? (@CheyLanay)

by Mister Promo | January 13, 2016

Chey Lanay

Hailing from the City of Boston in MA is this female rapper that goes by the name of Chey Lanay. She started rapping at age seven with a goal to pave her way to the top as one of hip hop’s greatest female emcees. Not only is she a lyricist, but she is also a songwriter and entrepreneur. She sells her music through iTunes. Lanay has been featured in magazines such as WWS Magazine, Queen Hype Magazine, Coast 2 Coast and Hip Hop Weekly. Chey Lanay has performed in venues from Boston, Ma to Miami, Fl. She has also performed in 2Racks Rap Contest in Atlanta, GA. There she became the first female to win the competition of 70+ shows.

It is believed that she has what it takes to be placed among the best in the music industry.

Just below is a track titled "Blessings".
This is Lanay's remix for the song, "Blessings"
by Big Sean ft. Drake & Kanye West.
It was released on YouTube on April 7, 2015.

MPsays,

I remember when I first heard her

spit. I thought to myself, wtf, she

gotta be going somewhere.

Was I wrong?

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Tweet: Chey Lanay

Whats Next for Amanda Kaletsky? (@AmandaKaletsky)

by Mister Promo | January 6, 2016

Amanda Kaletsky

"Amanda Kaletsky has the voice of a pop star,

but the soul of a singer/songwriter. Her infectious

[music] finds a middle ground between New York's

homey downtown clubs and the polish of Top 40 radio."

- Relix Magazine

Stemming from Bethany, CT her song “Everything Lies” off of her second EP and “Between You & Me” was featured on season 3 of MTV’s “The Hills.” Along with her first EP, “Wait”, Amanda has sold over 2,000 copies and is in radio rotation from the Northeast to Hawaii.

At the age of 13, she broadened her focus by learning guitar and piano, and began developing her vocal skills with the nationally recognized Elm City Girls Choir.

Amanda is currently working on a third, full-length release with producer Ritchie Rubini, while continuing to perform at a variety of venues in the Northeast.

MPsays,

I believe she has what it takes

to be great. Say, you believe?

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Tweet: @AmandaKaletsky

http://www.amandakaletsky.com/

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by Allen Mark | November 19, 2015

Feeling disconnected? Report here and we will connect you to all things music. Both indie and industry. We have our ways to keep you in the loop. We just hope you will accept.

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"Color Me Complex"

Artist of the Week: Becky G

Written by Mister Promo | October 1, 2015

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Traci Braxton "Crash and Burn" (@TraciBraxton)

Written by Mister Promo | September 25, 2015

Traci Braxton

Born Traci Renee Braxton, Traci is best known for her role in WEtv's hit show "Braxton Family Values".  This woman has a flame and its burning bright. Traci may derive from a musical family, however, she cannot be held in comparison to either of them in sound. Aside from her vocal talents she is also a writer. Not to mention, she has studied classical ballet, learned to play the drums and dabbled in acting in her childhood as well as in her adult years. As an adult you would have seen her with her husband, Kevin Surratt, in Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars.

Traci is the third child following Toni and Michael Braxton. She may be one of the middle children along with Towanda Chloe, but I believe that it's clear that because of her many talents, being overlooked is not a factor. Let's get onto the music, Shall we?

Traci Braxton

"Last Call"
(Official Music Video)

This is in fact Traci's debut single off her album titled, Crash and Burn. It definitely sets the mood for what to expect on this album. Including songs, Holding On, DWLY, and What About Love.

Originally from Severn, MD and currently still residing in Maryland, Traci began her music career in 1990. She was apart of a RnB group, The Braxtons. She formed this group with her sisters. Although she would only be apart of the group to release one song titled "Good Life". This because Kevin Surratt Jr. (her only child) became the new light of her life when she found out she was pregnant with him.

Courtesy of Jojo Crews

In 2011, Traci and her sisters would rejoin once again to create WEtv's "Braxton Family Values". Then in just two years in 2013 Traci would begin her solo singing career. She signed with an independent media conglomerate Entertainment One under eOne Music and Soul World Entertainment.

On October 7, 2014, her solo album Crash and Burn would be released. It would reach #11 on the relaunched Billboard R&B Albums chart and #1 on the Heatseekers Albums chart.

With numbers like these, It's as if she has never left the music scene.

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by purchasing her album
"Crash & Burn"

Taija New - "Newbian King" (@TaijaNew)

Written by Mister Promo | September 24, 2015

Taija New

The woman behind who you view onstage. She is more than just a Hip Hop lyricist and dancer. She is also a songwriter and one of the very, very few hardest working female indie artist I know. This woman holds talent in many areas.

Taija has put forth an extreme amount of hours to combine her love and passion for music, dance, art and life together to create the ultimate experience for you, her audience. 

Her heavy hitting (and at times) carnal texts demonstrate her ability to conform to every genre, tempo, and rhythm of tune. Yet this is all done entirely, still, with you in mind, her audience. 

Taija is currently working on her debut EP "Color Me Complex". Which features her sophomore single, "Newbian King".

Performing this single live for the first time it received the exact amount of attention it should have. Amazing!

Check that out in the video below.
I implore that you watch the entire video. It features two singles by Taija New, however, Newbian King begins at 4:07.

This performance was filmed live at the
1st Annual Latino Festival
Hartford, CT.

The phenomenal, Taija New.
The self-motivated, Taija New.
The all around talked about,
at the same time, America's 
best kept secret, Taija New.
This woman has enough drive
to power a 2016 Bugatti Veyron.

If you aren't ready for her,
then I suggest you take a backseat.



Taija New is moving in every
direction except down.
This Springfield, MA resident,
born and raised, just may be
what the city needs to jump start
the music industry outside of the
rock/alternative music scene.

There are many rap artist residing in
Springfield, MA who have talent but
very few possess the vision for success.
Taija New has both.
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DJ Teisha Matthews (@TeishaMatthews)

Written by Mister Promo | September 23, 2015

Teisha Matthews

You may know of TM in multiple ways. For she has a skill in various areas. One, modeling. As you can see judging from the photo presented just above. Two, a presenter. Such as the YouTube Video titled "How Not To Approach Women!" This is, in fact, where I saw her first. Hilarious.

And more recently, "How to conceal Dark Circles/Under Eyes"

Oh and three, you most likely know of her as an awesome Disc Jockey.

Let's cut to the chase. If you are like me you get uncontrollably excited when you see a female disc jockey. Sometimes a DJ could be mixing their tunes so good that you just want to spend your entire paycheck on drinks for the DJ. However, the DJ is usually a male and in my case, I'm also a male. I believe I would be sending the wrong message if I were to do that for a male DJ. Now, if I entered a party or a club and the DJ were Teisha, without a doubt, it would be a wrap and I would be broke.

Her mixes have this throwback feel. Their like yesterday wrapped in the present. These mixes are definitely party starters. Check'em out!

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Wordsmith - NU REVOLUTION (@Wordsmith)

Co-written by Mister Promo | September 22, 2015

"Living Life with a Purpose, while dreaming of greatness!"

~ Wordsmith ~

In the words of Wordsmith the quote presented just above could not read with more motivation than what is delivered already.

I remember when I first signed up for twitter. It was in the Summer of 2009. One of the first local celebs to follow me was Wordsmith. The first thing I thought was, "how did he get verified?" Then I began to research him and that is when it became clear. This guy is a genius. Or perhaps just a man with a dream that he had plan to see through.
~ MPsays

The Past for Wordsmith.

"WORDSMITH has called many places around the world home. The son of a former full-time Army Colonel meant home changed often; from New York, New Jersey, Virginia, Georgia, Delaware, Texas, Kansas to as far as Germany. Growing up with the always inevitable relocation, Word found rap to be a powerful constant. His knowledge stems from starvation as he would save his lunch money each week to buy classic tapes from Redman, Big L, Nas, Eric B. and Rakim, Jeru the Damaja, A tribe called Quest, Da Bush Babees, Krs One, Gangstarr, Das Efx, Public Enemy, Ice Cube, and his cousin Roc Marciano. Going away to school finally settled Word in one place, Maryland, first Morgan State with a full scholarship to play football, and finally Salisbury University where he continued football and received his B.A. in Theatre, Class of 2002.

The Present for Wordsmith.

Wordsmith, the man behind the lyrics. Being a hip-hop artist can really take a toll on a person. There are so many stereotypes that come along with performing in this genre. The "noise" that is classified as a musical theme for the "urban" communities. Over the years Word outgrew and overcame the negative stereotypes. With that he earned the opportunity of performing shows in not just clubs, but grade schools, colleges, theaters and festivals.
~ Co-MP

One thing people fail to realize about rap and hip hop lyrics is that not all tracks consist of sailor talk. Meaning, Wordsmith creates his music free from prophanity. Yet there are still messages to be received and through his outstanding style it is grasped by rock, pop, alternative and jazz music audiences.
~ Co-MP

This caused a cross-genre appeal. Growing fame brought a demand for a professsional presentation for a more diverse audience. This being why The Big Band Theory was formed. To provide a greater appearance and accumulate much larger and more sufficient bookings.
~ Co-MP

Wordsmith has toured throughout his career with stops in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, Houston, Las Vegas, Boston, Baltimore, Washington DC, Charlotte, Indianapolis, San Jose, Harrisburg, and overseas in London, England. He has both lectured and performed at various music conferences around the country sharing his great music and professional experience with other indie artists; conferences include SXSW, A3C, Mid Atlantic Music, Millennium Music, Launch and more. Wordsmith also visits grade schools to perform for students and promote anti-bullying messages.

As of yesterday, the Nu Revolution music and merchandise just went live. You can now support this present and future music mogul by purchasing hats, shirts and music from his site. ~~>> http://www.nurevcamp.com
~ MPsays

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iMR Western Mass: Speedy Ortiz

Being Possessed by a Cat Monster Was Never So Much Fun

By The Rock-It Scientist & Mister Promo | September 18, 2015

Photo by Christopher Gabello

Speedy Ortiz BandCamp

Speedy Ortiz

"Raising the Skate"
{Official YouTube Music video}

This song is featured on the album Foil Deer.

Lend an ear to the rest of the album.

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Northampton, MA does it again.

Enjoy!

Welcome to iMR: Potty Mouth

Written by The Rock-It Scientist & Mister Promo | September 16, 2015

The Snipe News: Potty Mouth

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From this...

Potty Mouth "Black and Studs"

(Official Video)

Jan. 27, 2013

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Potty Mouth formed their band in

Northampton, Massachusetts.

This punk influenced pop band are

very unique in song, sound and style.

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To this.

Potty Mouth "Cherry Picking"

(Official Video)

Aug. 25, 2015

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And then there were three.

From left:
VICTORIA on drums
ABBY on guitar & lead vocals
ALLY on bass.

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When I listen to Cherry Picking,

it definitely brings me back to life in

the 80's. Back when times were a bit
simpler. Back when music made
sense. These four gals really

have something. If you have never

heard of them prior to this post,

then I imagine that you will want to

do your research and checkout

some of their works.

Also, scroll down in this post to

view their upcoming performances.

You might not want to miss them.

I'm sure it will be quite the

experience for you.

MPsays, Enjoy!

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Breezy Bread - "Why You Still Love Me?"

Presented by Mister Promo | September 15, 2015

(New Tunes)

Breezy Bread ft. R&B Fleezy - Would You Still Love Me? (Official Audio)

Artist Name: Breezy Bread

Hometown: Bronx, NYC

Known an as Artist/Songwriter

CEO & Founder of

J.U.I.C.E Boyz Entertainment

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New Production by JS aka The Best (#NuVuTu)

Presented by Mister Promo | September 15, 2015

[NEW VIDEO]

Mr. Major - "Move That" feat. Ihsan Bilal (produced by. JS aka The Best)

JS aka The Best returns with his newest artist/songwriter Mr Major on the latest single "Move That". The uptempo dance track features frequent collaborator Ihsan Bilal. Move That is featured and available on JS aka The Best album titled The Vanguard Era: Position Of Power: Act 1. The visuals to the video was shot & directed by. Jerome Smith. Expect a solo project from Mr Major coming early 2016.

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T.P.S. Blog's September 2015 Music Playlist! !

by Mister Promo | September 7, 2015

Back again with our September 2015 music playlist. We present to you music vids from Justin Bieber, Beenie Man, Taija New, and 50 cent.

Check it out!!


TPSBlog September '15 Music Playlist:
Cane Hill - Time Bomb feat. Scout (Official Music Video)

1. Cane Hill - "Time Bomb" ft. Scout
2. Machine Gun Kelly - "Blue Skies"
3. Calvin Harris & Disciples - "How Deep Is Your Love"
4. Corsica Arts Club - "California I Follow"
5. Taija New - "Al Capone" & "Newbian King"
6. Ab True & 2G "Wea i'm Comin From"
7. M∆L - "Enough Apologies"
8. Taylor Swift - "Wildest Dreams"
9. MACKLEMORE & RYAN LEWIS - DOWNTOWN

10. Justin Bieber - "What Do You Mean?"

11. RITA ORA - "Body on Me" ft. Chris Brown
12. Drake - "Energy"
13. Beenie Man - Party Vibez
14. The Weeknd - Tell Your Friends
15. 50 Cent - "9 Shots"

T.P.S. Blog's July 2015 Music Playlist! !

by Mister Promo | July 6, 2015

On the first Monday of each and every month beginning today, we will post a TPS Blog Music Playlist. This playlist will consist of a very carefully selected list of songs with videos posted on YouTube from around the world. This month's list has 45 songs covering various genres and artist stemming from indie to industry music. Check it out. Enjoy!
TPSBlog July '15 Music Playlist - YouTube




1. Zedd - "Beautiful Now" ft. Jon Bellion (Russia, NYC)

2. Madonna - "Bitch I'm Madonna" ft. Nicki Minaj (Michigan, Trinidad)

3. The Front Bottoms - "Cough It Out" (New Jersey)

4. RITA ORA - "Poison" (Priština)

5. Prince Royce - "Back It Up" ft. Jennifer Lopez, Pitbull (NYC, Miami)

6. SHINee "샤이니" (Translation: "View") (South Korea)

7. E-40 "Choices (Yup)" (California)

8. Jeyashree - "Yetho Yetho" (India)

9. Fo Music - "Aicha"

10. Disturbed - "The Vengeful One" (Chicago)

11. Borgeous - "They Don't Know Us" (Miami)

12. Goodbye Tomorrow - "Pray 2 God" (Chicago)

13. Fort Minor - "Welcome" [360 Version] (Los Angeles)

14. James Bay - "Hold Back The River" (by Gardiner Sisters of North Carolina)

15. banvox - "Summer" (Japan)

16. Jossy - Alelem Bechirash (አልልም በጭራሽ) (Ethiopia)

17. 04 Limited Sazabys「fiction」(Japan)

18. Worthwhile - "Relentless" (San Francisco)

19. Muse - "Mercy" (Devon)

20. Evolution of Michael Jackson - Pentatonix (Texas)

21. Pitbull - "Fun" ft. Chris Brown (Miami, Virginia)

22. Mastodon - Asleep In The Deep (Atlanta)

23. Niki and Gabi - "It" (Pennsylvania)

24. "DON'T TAG ME" (BuzzFeed)

25. Kendall K: "Wear 'Em Out" (Pennsylvania)

26. Selena Gomez - "Good For You" (Texas)

27. Ghetto - "Esco's Spirit" (London)

28. Bully Green - "Hope" (London)

29. Ryan Leslie - "Designer Pain" (Washington, D.C.)

30. Ofenbach - "Around The Fire" (Paris)

31. Son Lux - "You Don't Know Me" (Colorado & NYC)

32. MYRKUR - "Onde Børn" (Denmark)

33. "Look At Whatcha Done "- Megan Nicole (Texas)

34. SkillTwins ft. Cazzette - "Together" (Sweden)

35. Aer - "One Of A Kind" (Massachusetts)

36. N.O.R.E. "In the 1st / F*** You Freestyle" (NYC)

37. Buried In Verona - "Can't Be Unsaid" (Sydney)

38. Kacey Musgraves - "Biscuits" (Texas)

39. T.I. "Project Steps" (Atlanta)

40. Redman "Somebody Got Robbd" feat. Mr. Yellow (New Jersey)

41. Skrillex & Diplo - "Where Are Ü Now" w/ Justin Bieber (Los Angeles, Canada)

42. Julie Anne San Jose - "Tidal Wave" (Philippines)

43. Fay Ann Lyons - "Raze" (Trinidad)

44. Daniel Zewdu - "Yezna" (Ethiopia)

45. “You with Me” - Dave Wong and Cheryl Hoe (Singapore)

Bonus.
46. Silentó - Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae) (Atlanta)

Ariana Grande vs. SAFIA

by Mister Promo | June 17, 2015

Why are so many people hellbent on feeling like they've been robbed? Could it be that both creators have similar minds? Whatever happen to the saying, Great Minds Think Alike?" Does it not work the same when money is involved?

Ariana Grande has a video titled "One Last Time" directed by Max Landis and published on YouTube on February 15, 2015. While SAFIA's video titled "You Are The One" directed by Jimmy Ennett and published on YouTube on September 24, 2014 just about 5 months prior. Both of which videos may be viewed below. This post is not intended to defend either party, however, I will be expressing my thoughts on both video concepts.

 Ariana Grande - "One Last Time"

First up, Ariana Grande. I chose to explain hers first because this is the order of how I tuned in. This video was captured in a style similar to home video footage. The majority of this video was in first person view (or POV). I feel directing it this way really places you in the role as the character traveling through the streets with Ariana. Everything she sees, you see. The chaos in the streets, the traffic of stopped vehicles, the police trying to maintain order, the paramedics saving lives, etc. Not to mention, the many colors that are illuminating the once still sky. They travel through the streets, down allies, into buildings, upstairs and finally to a rooftop. There's so much going on where the anticipation is both capturing and thrilling. Each and every second of watching this video you are perched at the edge of your seat wondering what will happen next?

SAFIA - "You Are The One"

SAFIA. The only reason I even knew of this, band(?) was because I was curious as to who Max Landis is. Upon a wiki or possible IMDb search, I ended up clicking on a link of a blog post comparing the two videos through their similarities.
This video is filmed with the main character facing the camera at all times. You, as the viewer, are not able to see what she is viewing when she is viewing it. You only see what she sees once she has passed the viewing subjects. Chaos, parked cars, riots, an ambulance, etc. What is odd to me is that she is in constant run mode. In this entire video she is running in one direction, forward. I.e. toward you, the viewer. And not fast. But in slow motion. The sky in SAFIA's video is not threatening at all. It's more of a sun-setting sky. In fact, the point of her sudden need to get out of her car and run is not quite clear. The reason is not explained until the conclusion of the video.

Do I believe that one creator took an idea from another. No.
Could SAFIA's video have been an inspiration to Ariana? Possibly.

I do believe that the two videos are extremely different.
What do you think?

Attention All HipHop Dancers!

Attention All Western Massachusetts

Hip Hop Dancers!

Your time is now to show off your hottest

dance moves.

Are you interested?

Full details are listed in image below.