Rizzy Rackz puts his heart and soul into this one. This is not your traditional hook & verse song. This track showcases some of Rizzy’s lyrical talent while delivering a vivid expression of his life. Once again Domico Phillips does a wonderful job behind those camera lenses and editing to help Rackz bring his vision to life!
“G’d Up” Video:
Coming up in the low opportunity, violent streets of Richmond, Va. was no easy task for Rizzy Rackz. It’s a city with low income and high crime rates, especially in the black community. He was raised in the typical single mother household along with his sister, who’s almost six years older than him. He also has two brothers by two different mothers through his father. Rackz didn’t meet his youngest brother Booda until he was 19 and Booda was 17. Coincidently, all three brothers were into music. His other brother, Javon Free who was just five months younger than Rackz, passed on Christmas Day 2012. The ups and downs, the gains and losses all around the board of the everyday struggle to succeed. His experiences will be well depicted through his music. A honors, football playing, student in school who chose to excel in the streets in between time, he’s the epitome of “You can’t judge a book by its cover”. At the age of 17, an associate of his gave him the name “Stacks” because he never bought anything, but always had a wad of money. Naturally, that name eventually evolved into “Rackz” a more updated to the times version of “Stacks.” On Sunday, June 1, 2014, at approximately 10:15 pm, while Rackz was at a studio recording, his daughter, age 23 months, was shot in the side of her torso during a visit to a cousins house in the Hillside Court Neighborhood of South Richmond. The same neighborhood where his uncle, Marco, was murdered about three years earlier. Thankfully the bullet went straight through all flesh, sparing all organs as well as her life. From then on Rizzy took his music more serious than ever. He buckled down and hit the studio hard to develop his sound so that the world will listen. Failing is not an option, especially since that particular incident occurred while he was recording. Aimed to bring the streets and his people together, Rackz prides himself with the intellectual burden of superb logic, consciousness, and self awareness. Rackz says, “I just wanna make people move while maintaining substance, content, and deliverance of the message.” Everything is official! Authenticity is what you will get with Rizzy Rackz. Don’t just listen turn up & tune in!
“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.
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.
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.