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KYNG ? Who is He and Does It MATTER ? The Artist People Think is Young Thug @kyyngg

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There are qualities that every open-minded Lil Wayne fan can appreciate in Young Thug. When Thug started getting buzz, critics said he was a Weezy rip-off, but over the past years we’ve seen him evolve into one of the most unique artists in popular music. He’s taken some of Wayne’s charisma and unpredictability to the extreme, and although he’s never denied Wayne’s influence, now he’s the one being imitated and influencing other young artists.

The most intriguing of those artists is a rapper from New Orleans named Kyng. The 20-year-old rapper looks, sounds, and dresses a lot like Young Thug. He even trolls like Thugger—he released a project called Slime Season 3 on the same day Thug did, and he says he was just doing to Thug what Thug did to Wayne when he released an album called Barter 6 (before Weezy could put out Tha Carter 6).

Now, many Thug fans are facing a dilemma: do we dismiss Kyng as a Young Thug rip-off? Or is this just an extension of Thug’s DGAF attitude? Is Kyng taking it too far? Or is he just the obvious next step in the accelerated cycle of influence?

Either way, Kyng could care less.

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Who is Kyng? How long have you been making music?
I started taking music to heart when I was 16. Of course I grew up listening to Lil Wayne. I’m from New Orleans so I grew up listening to the Hot Boys, Soulja Slim, a lot of different people. I listen to a lot of people from a lot of different places, not just where I’m from.

When did you decide to go this route of dropping your own Slime Season 3? When did you start listening to Thug?
Well, I put out a video called “Bloodaz” on YouTube. It took over the internet, everyone was watching it. Everyone was talking, commenting, and posting it. Then DJ Akademiks reposted it, and I guess he trying to make jokes or whatever. He talking about, “This guy might as well drop Slime Season 3, he might drop it before Young Thug.” He took it as a joke, and I was like, “Alright, since you taking it like that, I’m gonna do it.” It was after the video was out, after they started comparing me to Young Thug.

What do you think of Young Thug’s Slime Season 3?
To be honest, I didn’t get a chance to listen to it yet. I heard it only has eight songs, but I’m going to listen to it. I haven’t really got to sit down with it. I know what mine is talking about though, and we putting out a new one out Monday.

I did hear that there was a deluxe edition of your Slime Season 3 on the way.
Yessir! Monday on LiveMixtapes.

How do you feel about the Young Thug comparisons? Are you worried about being known only as a Young Thug lookalike?
I’m just being me, I’m gonna do what I want. Ain’t nobody gonna make me change what I do, but you know, that man is a great person, and he’s rich too. So guess what? If you gonna compare me to somebody who is great and rich, I don’t have no problem with that. As long as you ain’t comparing me to the opposite. I’m gonna do what I been doing before all of this, ain’t nothing gonna change but the money.

So there’s no beef with Thug? That’s what it was starting to seem like online.
People always gonna try and make it sound worse than what it is. It was just comparisons like, “Oh he sounds like this, he sounds like that, he looks like that.” It was never a problem, we not beefing or anything like that.

What impact do you want to make?
Work. Work, work, work. That’s all you gotta do to get to where you wanna go, you gotta work and mastermind. You gotta think, you gotta have a plan. Strategy.

What’s next? Do you plan on making a SoundCloud account? Any upcoming collaborations we should know about?
After we get finished with all of this, we’re gonna start putting singles on SoundCloud. We’re gonna make a new account when we start putting singles out. I’m in New York right now, the collabs are gonna come out, we working though. As soon as we drop the Slime Season 3 deluxe version we’re going to start working on the next project, Royalty. It ain’t gonna ever stop.

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Dee-1 Calls Raheem DeVaughn To “Purify My Eyes”

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Fresh off his Breakfast Club appearance after having “Lines Drawn” with help from Billboard and successfully migrating From The Hood To Harvard, NOLA native Dee-1 taps Soul singer/songwriter Raheem DeVaughn for “Purify My Eyes.” Continuing his theme of counter-culture centered messaging the timely track, which was produced by Anonymous, urges listeners to replace images of corruption and cynicism with lifegiving content to reprogram our thinking for the better.

“This is easily one the most important songs I have ever done because it provides Hip-Hop with a solution-based perspective meant to combat some of the problems we face as a culture. It’s honest, raw, and transparent. I’ve been friends with Raheem Devaughn for a long time, so to finally collaborate on a song feels great. When I played the record for him, he fell in love with it and instantly added his parts; which took the song to another level,” say’s the David Found His Slingshot author in a exclusive statement to Medium Creative Agency.

Award-winning rapper. educator, host, activist, business owner, and keynote speaker are synonymous with Louisiana’s Dee-1. The Nasir “Nas” Jones Hip Hop Fellow at Harvard University is a Billboard Top 10 charting, game-changing MC with a persona to match his penmanship. He’s transitioned from being a middle school math teacher in The Boot to a Hip-Hop heavyweight with much more to accomplish. He has released 10 albums and 21 projects thus far in his career.

Dee-1’s music is part of a bigger lifestyle movement called Mission Vision, which centers around three core principles: Be Real. Be Righteous. Be Relevant. In 2020, Dee received the prestigious NAACP “Power of Influence Award,” highlighting his community activism and commitment to inspiring the youth. In 2021, he was nominated for an Emmy Award for his work on “The Manhattan Project,” but he lost to Michelle Obama. Later that year, Dee was appointed to the “Louisiana Council for the Success of Black Men and Boys” by Governor John Bel Edwards, making him the first rapper in Louisiana history to become a governor’s appointee.

After addressing critics and fans alike in the official music video for the Danny Beats-produced single for “Lines Drawn” and following his viral interview on Sway In The Morning centered around industry hypocrisy, Emmy-nominated educator turned entertainer Dee-1 released his latest project to date From The Hood To Harvard. The 8-track body of work includes guest features from Skyy Brooks as well as P3RK and is anchored by supporting records “Impostor Syndrome” & “Dr. Freshh.”

Stream “Purify My Eyes” on your DSP of choice below and watch Dee-1‘s interview with The Breakfast Club | HERE.

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Chelsea Pastel Releases Motivative New Single “Price Going Up”

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To celebrate “Greener” pastures, following the announcement of her joining Kid Cudi’s ‘Insano World Tour,’ Cleveland native Chelsea Pastel releases the Cassius G-produced single “Price Going Up.” Marking CP’s explosive entrance into 2024, the empowering anthem resonates with anybody pushing forward with resilience and determination. With infectious beats and powerful vocals, she asserts her presence as a rising star to watch. Setting the stage for an exciting year ahead, the brand-new track is a bold declaration of Chelsea’s unwavering commitment to excellence.

“I jumped off that porch, I’m not going back to that house and I mean just that. I’m never looking back. I took a leap of faith and where I land is where I’m staying,” says the talented triple threat in a press statement to Medium Creative Agency about her latest release.

Born and bred in Forest City, Chelsea found her passion for music early on, which led her to enroll in the Cleveland School of Arts. After graduating, Chelsea begin to make a name for herself throughout the Midwest and beyond. Her unique sonic style, catchy hooks, and lyrical prowess have earned her the title of Cleveland’s Next Up talent.

Apart from accolades, which include spotlight spots regionally on WKYC and Dirty Glove Bastard as well as national recognition on top-tier entertainment networks like BET, Chelsea is a self-taught instrumentalist who often handles her production, writing, and engineering. Her unique brand of ballads can be best classified as a fusion of Rap and Pop with a touch of Rock accented by old-school flavor.

Press play on “Price Going Up” on your DSP of choice below and watch the visual for “Greener” | HERE via Pastel Productions LLC / Vydia.

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Chill Vibes and Sultry Melodies: Exploring iazY’s Latest Release “Pink Leaf”

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Hailing from the vibrant city of Irvine, the rising artist iazY is making waves with her latest single, “Pink Leaf,” released under her own label, iazY Music Ent. This track, produced by The Real Mapa and engineered by Troy “R8dio” Johnson, introduces listeners to iazY’s signature sound—a fusion of Urban pop rock melodies.

iazY shared her motivation behind crafting “Pink Leaf,” revealing, “I just had this vision of just a chill vibe, something for my ladies.” This intention shines through in the song’s laid-back groove and sultry lyrics, creating an irresistible atmosphere that invites listeners to unwind and groove along.

What sets “Pink Leaf” apart for iazY is not only its sound but also the emotions it evokes. She explains, “I think just how the song sounds and how it makes me feel. It just puts me in that ‘have fun chill’ vibe.” With its catchy hooks and lush production, “Pink Leaf” effortlessly captures iazY’s essence as an artist, marking a milestone in her musical journey.

As iazY continues to captivate audiences with her unique blend of genres and infectious energy, fans eagerly anticipate upcoming shows and releases. To stay updated on iazY’s latest endeavors, follow her on Instagram @iazyofficial and keep an ear out for future announcements from iazY Music Ent.

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