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The rapper and producer of hip hop known as J-Merk has released his latest LP album, “Born Dead.” The full-length record has been proudly published on the Just-Us Music independent label without the involvement of the corporate music industry. It comprises approximately 40 minutes of heavy-hitting urban poetry and powerful back beats in 13 original tracks. In addition to the rhymes of J-Merk, himself, “Born Dead” also features the talents of popular Swedish producer BBZ Darney. Neck-deep in groove, socially poignant and strikingly well-written, “Born Dead” by J-Merk is sure to be remembered as one of the most important indie rap releases of 2015.

The rapper and songwriter known as the Point Shown has released his latest full-length album, “The Quietest Survivalist.” The LP has been proudly published on the Droppin Hits Gang Ent / iH2D / iHipHop Distribution independent music labels respectively. A roundly comprehensive album from the artist also sometimes known as Young Denzel, “The Quietest Survivalist” contains approximately one hour and 20 minutes of in-your-face hip hop in no fewer than 17 original tracks. Shadowy, aggressive rap music with heavy doses of urban poetry threaded throughout, “The Quietest Survivalist” by the Point Shown is a rap record for the modern era.

When an artist steps out on the stage, the first thing they see is what they're wearing, how good they look and then decide if they look good or trendy. That’s why, when Recording Artist, Tocarra Hamilton went looking for the latest in styles and fashion, she knew she found it in First Verse Apparel. “As an artist, image is everything and my look must always be flawless.

R&B Recording Artist, Tocarra Hamilton is embarking upon a journey in life that is filled with both a wonderful career and a willingness to serve youth.  Tocarra is known for being the queen collaborator, having helped to make hits of songs like, Usher's album, “Raymond vs. Raymond”, on the song entitled "Daddy's Home" (Hey, Hey, Hey Daddy!), which topped the Billboard Charts at number 3 and a single entitled "Dance With Me", with International Latin Rapper, Pitbull. As well as her other works on national tours, film projects with youth organizations, speaking engagements and her accolades as a performer. 

The singer of hip-hop music known as Nellagy has released the highly anticipated official music video for his recent single, “To the Sky.” Both the popular single track and new official video have been published on the Spentopia Entertainment independent music label. The single, having been available online around the world since New Year's Day of 2015, has had at the time of this writing five weeks to garner a following, and in that time has surpassed every expectation in doing so. This quickly growing fan base of Nellagy's has been clamoring to see the video which it had been rumored would go in circulation soon. Now for both Nellagy's burgeoning crew of new fans and the loyal clique of old, the wait is finally over.

The inspirational singer and songwriter of pop and R 'n' B known as Ebony Archer has released her latest single, “Gotta Believe in Me.” The track has been proudly published on the Inspired by Purpose Inc. independent music label without any involvement from the corporate music power structure. An unstoppably upbeat and uplifting single that has been picking up steam since its first appearance online, “Gotta Believe in Me” by Ebony Archer is a dance-floor high point in indie music that doesn't show any sign of slowing down.

The singer and songwriter of gospel music known as Clifton Poyotte has released his latest LP record album, “Blue Skies.” The LP is composed of 14 new tracks for an approximate total listening time of one full hour. It has been proudly published as an independent release entirely without the support of the corporate music power structure. Upbeat, powerful, and full of the might of the holy spirit, “Blue Skies” by Clifton Poyotte is the latest evidence that the lasting strength of contemporary Christian music is still rooted in the Biblical tradition, itself.

The music project known as Sublet has released a new single for Q1 2015, “Time Is a Razor Blade.”

The intercultural group known as Sol Nokokishi have re-released their popular LP album, “Vol. 2 Odjiko (Resurrection).” It forms the second part of Sol Nokokishi's critically acclaimed series which currently comprises seven full-length records of uniquely exotic new-age music, each of which symbolizes a facet of humanity's part in life, natural order, and the universe. An a-capella collection unlike any the music fan is likely to have heard elsewhere, “Vol. 2 Odjiko (Resurrection)” by Sol Nokokishi is an ethnic and spiritual music experience listeners of any music genre won't want to miss.

POWERHOUSE FEMALE DANCE/POP DUO STASH IS HEADING TO BILLBOARD DANCE CLUB DJS AND RADIO WITH REMIX OF 'STRIP ME BARE'

The Track, Remixed by British-Born Wunderkind Cutmore (Beyonce, Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson), is Being Handled by PRO MOTION, America's Oldest and Largest Indie Dance Music Remix, Club and Radio Promotion Organization

JUBILEE RIOTS RECEIVES 500 FAN LETTERS

Result:  An Artistic Triumph Penny Black

Debuted at #9 on US Billboard Heatseekers Chart

"FLAWLESSLY DELIVERED... WILDLY ENERGETIC... GLORIOUSLY GOOD. REALLY BRILLIANT."- INDIE-MUSIC.COM

Newly Launched Radio Station Features Female Indie Artists

The Steepwater Band, a blaring rock 'n' roll group from the windy city, has released a music video for the single, Silver Lining, off of their upcoming album Diamond Days: The Best of The Steepwater Band 2006-2014, to be digitally released on February 17th, and coupled with a physical release on March 3rd, on Sun Pedal Recordings (Warner Music Group) "...it's a perfect introduction to where we are heading musically, " laments vocalist Jeff Massey. This "best of" collection will feature eight remastered tracks, along with the new single and a new recording of an old fan favorite, Hard As Stone. A vinyl release is scheduled for April of 2015 and all is currently available for pre-order, along with limited merch, exclusive to this release.

Renman Music & Business, the music industry mentoring website founded by longtime industry veteran, Steve Rennie (aka "Renman"), will broadcast the next episode of its Renman Live web show this Wednesday, February 11 with special guest, guitarist/songwriter, Steve Vai. The show will air live starting at 10:00 a.m. PST / 1:00 p.m. EST on the Renman MB YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/user/renmanmb. A teaser video for the episode can be seen online at: