"Officially Outed" Podcast

Hemmingw8y is an R&B soul Artist Residing in Atlanta, GA. The Tennessee Native was raised in the church, where he found the soulful influence of his music. Hemmingw8y’s goal is to make you feel something through not just the music itself but also in his lyrics and distinctive tone. The Performer emerged slowly but surely after relocating in his teenage years from Clarksville, Tennessee to the Magical City of Birmingham, Alabama. Although Dancing and Being a Disc Jockey consumed the majority of his time living there. It gave him the opportunity to make himself an all-around entertainer. As this new Alias Hemmingw8y is created based on the famous writer/novelist Ernest Miller Hemmingway, a different yet familiar vibe is added to the world’s r&b and soul catalog. Hemminw8y’s tone and vibe have been inspired by artists such as Anthony Hamilton and John Legend while still providing modern feels from artists such as Brent Faiyaz, Elhae, Kenyon Dixon, and Victoria Monet.

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DMINQ is an American R&B artist hailing from the box state of Colorado! His style is one that is completely all his own very unique, but also big bold and charming. DMINQ is becoming a force to be reckoned with so stay tuned as he takes you deeper and deeper into his life musically.

Brandon Boulware, known by his stage name B. Aquarius (formally YoungB215), is an American singer-songwriter, New Orleans Bounce rapper, and producer. Born & raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Started out making beats 2007 – 2012. He has opened up for artist like Brittney Taylor (Love & Hip Hop New York) & up and coming artist Sim Santana. He has also performed at various venues around Philadelphia most notable The Fillmore & Voltage Lounge just to name 2, as well as Washington, DC and Center Stage in Atlanta, Ga.  

Email: baquariusbooking@gmail.com 

Instagram: B_Aquarius 

Twitter: B_Aquarius215 

Soundcloud.com/baquarius 

Facebook.com/baquariuss

Born and raised in bilingual Montreal, Toronto-based Pop/R&B entertainer, IAMREBELWILL is influenced by the showmanship of Janet Jackson, the eclectic artistry of Andre 3000 and the vibes and feels of Kaytranada. 

“Addicted” is the launch single of Rebel’s upcoming project, RebelFuturism (late 2021). “Addicted” is simply an anthem on being hopelessly in love,” declares IAMREBELWILL. “ I spent a huge portion of my life afraid to be myself and this project allows me to finally be authentically Rebel! My ultimate goal is to use my voice to challenge the stereotypical perspective in mainstream pop music and help empower the underrepresented LGTBQ+ and POC community to be fearlessly themselves.” 

RebelFuturism, is seductive, contemporary R&B, soaked in the neon bleached nightclub vibes of house bass-lines, infused with irresistible pop hooks and melodies. “It’s a soundtrack for modernity, addressing sexuality, sexual fluidity, identity and equality,” says Rebel. “As a proud queer black man I wanted to create something that gave a voice to my experience and a voice to folks whose stories the majority of time are not told.”

"Addicted,' produced by Nick Katz, Tafari Anthony Davis & Anthony Williams, is the lead single off of RebelFuturism (Fall 2021)

Music: iamrebelwillmusic.com 

Instagram: @IAMREBELWILLOFFICIAL

Facebook/Twitter/YouTube: @IAMREBELWILL

Ronald Canady, has been influenced by the foundation of contemporary R&B, but infused with Gospel and Pop. From the tender age of 7 years old, as anonly child, he watched his grandmother sing in the choir and listened to his mother casually cover Anita Baker songs. The heart and soul of the choir and the raw emotion his mother shared singing songs such as, “365 days” ignited his passion for music as an art form and allowed for the recognition of his own talent. Music blossomed within him as he grew to perform with an award winning group, “the Jazz Singers”, and instilled the dream in him for a solo career. For the past ten years, Canade – his artist name - has performed at open mics, showcases, and talent revues both locally in the greater Atlanta area and NYC.

Cultivating his own sound by challenging the norm, Canadecovers deep cuts and obscure nostalgic gems in his sets that most artists would never even think of. With his complex lyrical content and compelling arrangements, he’s getting back to what R&B/Soul music is at its core, honest and raw. Canade’s brand is a complete package of complexity and sincerity. His sound, a compilation of a wide range of influences, is different than today’s music - not manufactured or copied.

Canade is a representation of authenticity and his story of redemption is heartfelt. He uses his platform to uplift others and it vividly paints his relationship with GOD. Compassion, empathy, transparency, and true forgiveness are only a few topics touched by this alien in his music.

Rising from the ashes like a phoenix, he’s resilience is captivating and inspiring. He’s ready to walk in his light and nothing will stand in his way. With persistence, passion, and purpose, he is ready to give the world something to imitate.... but never duplicate.

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Tramel Harris is a powerhouse known for his contagious personality, cool demeanor, deadly reads and dynamic vocals!Tramel is not only a singer, model, actor known for his appearances in popular indie films such as Aspired; and TheAssistant). He’s also the co-host of the popular podcast “TheCorporate Mouth”, and co-hosts of “ATL wants to know” which airs of Outpour media platform.

With Tramel being the next big thing in R & B, He has a wide array of captivating melodies, harmonies, and smooth transitions. He currently has an EP out called“Six Page Letter” and a new single out called “PoppedOff”.

December 2019, Tramel made his debut in the music world with his smash hitSingle. Tramel recently gained even more notoriety with the debut of his freshmanEP “Six Page Letter,” (hit singles include"All on Me" and "It’s Real") released inOctober of 2020, which peaked at #25 on the R & B iTunes charts.

https://www.instagram.com/iam_tramel/

Tramel YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKnIAMCoKPADEi_qLrGUaeQ

The Corporate Mouth YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7C7Fdtwu1QA4aCs00fpOag

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Ali Steele, singer / songwriter business owner of Ethnic by Ali, and 1/3 of Issa vibe adventures was born and raised in Charlotte, NC. He was subject to bullying for the color of his skin at a very young age. This caused him to write.

Mr. Steele became a songwriter at a fairly young age of 14. At that age, he knew he had a gift. He eventually produced a published record. While still working on music in his spare time, he also yearned for more.

He grew up in an adverse environment where self-love and pride were not taught. He wasn’t exposed to nature and never missed it. As he got older, he became exposed to different artists and public figures such as Erykah Badu and Dr. Llaila Afrika who helped show himself love and acceptance. He became engulfed in learning African roots and traditions, as well as developing a strong pride for the color of his skin.

This newfound love of himself motivated him to start a business called Ethnic by Ali. He chose that title as a celebration of ethnicity, and Ali is his middle name. He also felt as if the name, Ali, meant a lot to his family since it is a shared middle name amongst some of the males in his family.

“Ali” means the highest one.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/alisteele89/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Alisteele89

Ethnic by Ali: https://www.instagram.com/ethnicbyali/

Issa Vibes Adventures: https://www.instagram.com/issavibeadventures/

Bio from https://boomcharlotte.org/speakers/ali-steele-2020/ 

Boyfriend by D'Angelo forthcoming third collection is designed with "Changing the Game with Street Wear" in Mind.  Rather he is designing and creating, or reminding you The Shit We Do For Love "TSWDFL," you can best believe he is doing it with Style, Class and Grace.  Check out Boyfriend by D'Angelo because everyone wants one!

We are celebrating Black Owned Business Efin Hookah.  Efin Hookah is the next wave of e-hookah enjoyment that provides mobile hookah service for private events, lounges and entertainment promotions.

People ask what does “Efin” mean? Efin is another word for Smoke from Yoruba Africa! “e” for electric ....”e” for Everette (my name) ...”e” for Efinhookah (smoke hookah)

To book: In box on IG https://www.instagram.com/efinhookah/

Meet LS Lane, CEO of Adnoc Entertainment. In an era where male MCs are taking over the music scene, LS emerges as the lone female maven to fill the gap of the sexes. With an undeniable sex appeal and beauty, this gifted lyricist, songwriter, producer, model, & host is more than a pretty face.  She possess the feminine energy known as "Kundalini" and brings a level of energy that can take on any opponent in the game. LS Lane is embarking on a journey to right the social injustices through her efforts in the community. For LS Lane its "GET LIVE or GET LOST."

#GETLIVEorGETLOST #wholetlaneinthejungle #refugeesofatl

Femcee, Entertainer, Songwriter, Host, Producer, Entertainment 
@mynameisls

Poetiik started collecting his thoughts together in his autobiography entitled, "Unleash the Inner Me", a descriptive and graphic memoir of his personal accounts growing up as a youth and coming to grips with his own individual identity. 

He is a LA--based independent LGBT artist with with a brand new debut album titled, "The Longest Night" that's out now on all digital platforms.  He is also an actor notable for his acting debut portraying the character, Darnell Chambers on a web series, "Momma'z Boi" Poetiik Soulji is no stranger to the spotlight, including producing and casting, now lets go on the music journey with him. 

From Gospel stardom to topping the R&B iTunes Charts... Aaron Thomas is a triple threat and a legend in his own right. Consistently emerging making history as an artist. Known for his distinct vocal styles & aberrant song melodies. There's clearly no limit to his talent as he brings forth an addicting sound of raw emotion and lyrics that leave you in a frenzy*.

https://music.apple.com/us/artist/aaron-thomas/1271648842

https://linktr.ee/aaronthomas215

https://www.instagram.com/aaronthomas215/

*"Spotify"

Don+ brings us the R&B music infused with 80's, 90's and early 2000's that reflects the sounds and emotions you find from each era.  Don+ is dropping his debut EP, "Make A Move" that is sure to take us on a journey and nostalgic R&B ride from artist such as Aaliyah, Faith Evans and many other from the R&B golden era and some modern hip-hop beats.  Get you listening ear ready for the sounds of Don+.

Shawn Red, from Paterson, NJ, jumped on the music scene at the urging of a friend who heard him singing.  Since then he has gifted us with three projects including '"Tough Love," "Too Good for You" and his current EP "Do All Gays Go To Hell."  

Shawn Red has a smooth voice and after taking his career serious along with his determination to make it in this business, he begin working on new music including his forthcoming single "Give Me All Your Love."  Not new to the game, keep an out for this upcoming artist and his new EP “🔥Do All Gays Go To Hell🔥?” is available on all streaming platforms!

Dubbed hip-hop's "Ghetto Prince Charming," Prince Cat-Eyez, openly gay rapper, songwriter and activist, encourages individuality and breathes a breath of realism into his music with his distinguishable vocals and in-your-face lyrics along his many performances turn many heads. 

Prince Cat-Eyez aims to help erase homophobia from rap music and challenges stereotypes by shedding light on the fact that LGBT people come from the ghetto too, and can do anything, often times even better that their heterosexual counterparts.

Check out his latest project "9 Livez" out now and prepare your ears for new music in 2021 on his new record label, Marshall Park Entertainment.

Twitter:@PrinceCatEyes

IG: Prince Cat-Eyez

"Frenergy" is a series about three friends, who go through some crazy moments living in ATL. Last season, Corey went through a lot, the loss of his mother and finding out some issues with his personal life. Prince had a relationship drama and he lost his job. Nick found a new man and started to see life in a new way. What will these guys go through in season II?  Download the WatchACTV App now to catch up on Season II!  

In this episode we get some vocals from Tevin Labrice, Martel Star shows us how to "Flex" and we hear from the Award Winning Producer Devon Forbes and his amazing story.  Oh, I forget to mention Ciara owes him $3.00 dollars and he still wants his money! IG: @frenergytheseries, @watchactv, @aconnectiontv, @master_devon, @tevinlabiceofficial, @martelstar

From the dark streets of Virginia to the Big Apple, Bugz Gutta is not defined by his past instead becoming one of today's most influential LGBTQ artist of today.  He is a hardcore, no nonsense style rapper who is open and honest about his sexuality and many other topics of the LGBTQ such as fighting for transgender lives and rights.  

Bugz Gutta, along with his boo and business partner are building an empire with Pynkgorilliaentertainment and their line-up of artist. Stay tuned for new music from this dynamic duo and the family of artist.

Take this journey to the old-Atlanta hip-hop sound with Redd Krucial as he gives audiences a little insight into his life, the best way he knows how...his music.  The raps flow smoothly and his style is so natural.  Then he preps us for what's next by blessing us with an exclusive introduction to his new music single "Real Nigga" from his forthcoming album Seven-VII-7.   Redd Krucial brings back that nostalgia we are missing, Redd is so ATL!

Ever wanted to meet one of the most influential women in the world?  The multi-facted, multi-talented, and Jay-Z's better half? Yes, you say! How about a face to face at the 2013 Presidential inauguration with the queen of R&B? Beyonce, who is typically surrounded with her very own personal security detail might seem inaccessible to most.

Meet the 26 year old. bi-linguaI singer, songwriter, producer, and dancer, Atia, standing at a pint sized 5 feet  tall, herself walked to the through queen who Bey's security detail and respectfully introduced herself to the queen who unsurprisingly welcomed her with open arms.

One listen to her sultry vocals over her R&B/Hip-Hop fused singles "Used 2" and "Best of You" from her EP "Just Like Boys" will get you to see what "it" is that has so many industry veterans chomping at the bit to work with Atia. 

Atia is ready to show the world why she's a force to be reckoned with.

Atia can be found on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Snapchat @ATIA1126

Kenny M. Alvarez or I.K.P. (The Infamous King of Positivity) is a Brooklyn, New York-born, Norfolk, Virginia-raised rapper-producer. His moniker represents a commitment to creating art with a focus on self-empowerment and compassion for communities affected by HIV and AIDS. I.K.P. honed his performance and recording skills during his five-year service in the United States Marines Corps. After being discharged honorably, I.K.P. attended Full Sail University, in Winter Park, Florida graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Music Business.

I.K.P. has founded Reigning Positivity Music, and is currently working on his next projects with Ivan Corpening also known as MNDCFT, a producer-engineer who’s credits include work on platinum-selling and Grammy-nominated SZA’s album Ctrl.

These days, you won’t need to search long for artists breaking boundaries on gender norms or sexual fluidity in many other genres. I.K.P. brings the ability to bridge the gap between hip-hop’s nature for storytelling of disenfranchised people with the humanity in alternative lifestyles.

Kenny "I.K.P." Alvarez
Founder, Reigning Positivity, LLC 
Co-Host, The Herbal Tea Podcast
website:: IKP.ME

Panelist Vickie Parker, LBSW, Calvin Pegus, MPH and L. Shalone, MSA sit down to discuss the Black Lives Matter Movement and the impact to the ongoing fight for our Civil Rights in this country, George Floyd and other cases including LGBTQ+ community, the "Early Impacts of Cultural Sensitivity Training"  that Calvin Pegus is doing,  workplace diversity, and how music helps us cope with the mental and emotional trauma.

Kerry D is new to this season of "Chasing Dallas" but not new to the daily grind of chasing his dream to bless the world with his gifts.  Rather its from his soulful sometimes gospel melody found on his EP D.N.A. to his sultry sound on "Blow Ya Mind" as one half of the group RM8.  Take a journey to learn more about this singer/songwriter from Ohio to becoming a Texan.  You will enjoy this one.  Video to 'Blow Ya Mind" out now!

Take this journey to Kentucky with me! Here comes the brand new F.L.A.V.A in ya ear with SashaRenee!

Critics describe Sasha Renee as playful, lyrical, and honest. Stephen Trageser of "Nashville Scene" magazine wrote about Sasha Renee before a show she did in Nashville, TN at The Stone Fox, stating "With a boxer's grace and lightning speed, she shifts from mellifluous and soulful to fierce and piercing." Sasha Renee is an independent hip-hop/soul femcee originally from Louisville, KY. Sasha Renee's first project was a mixtape titled "A Proper Introduction" Hosted by K Camp’s Atlanta DJ, DJ Genius and released in 2011. Sasha has since released another mixtape in 2012, a compilation album in 2014, an EP in 2017, various singles and is set to release her F.L.A.V.A. EP by April 2019. Check out Sasha Renee's archive of work on Soundcloud, Audiomack, and Bandcamp and continue to keep up with new releases on Spotify.

Featured Tracks: "My City," "Dedicated" (feat. Berran Lee & Jordan Jetson), "Candy Bars," "What You Need," "Misery and Pain" and "Crush" (feat. Kori Black.

Take this journey with me to the West Coast.  It's hard growing up in the LBC right?  Well Casp3r, an emerging indie artist out of Los Angeles has done just that.  

Casp3r is a 20 year old from LA attending college in San Diego - USD to be exact, where he does small venues to showcase his music at open mic night around the city and open to more opportunities to share his craft with the world in the LA or SD area. Rather he is in the studio, collaborating with other artist or on the yard studying, you better "Watch Out."  Once Casp3r gets ahold of the mic, "It's Over!"  Stick around for the ride with Casp3r, as he takes you through some his highs and lows in his life journey through his music on his upcoming project " i.AM.Lost."  In Casp3r's own words, "Its no where to go but up from here!"

Oliver Twixt, originally from South Florida, has been able to capture dozens of audiences with his unconventional sound, quirky aesthetics, and electrifying personality.  His slick lyricism ---- has already led the Head Nerd In Charge.  Aside from rap, Twixt is also a media personality. Having received a co-sign from celebrity media personality Funky Dineva Ross, Twixt serves as his lead media contributor to his website.  Extending his contributions to art and entertainment you can catch his big personality on "Chasing Atlanta". Oliver in full production including a 90's rap influenced EP, as well as the launch of his very own production company.

Introduction to the "Officially Outed" Podcast featuring the CEO and podcast host L. Shalone.  In "The Prequel" provides listeners with a preview of the mission and purpose of officially outed podcast and background into the name.  Officially Outed podcast was created to put a positive twist on what it means to be outed for Indie and LGBTQ+ music artist.  We want the world to hear their music content and thus we are "outing" their music.  Join L. Shalone as he shares each artist story and music in the "Officially Outed" Podcast (O.O.P.).  Artist interested in being featured on O.O.P., should forward an email to officiallyoutmymusic@gmail.com with the Subject Line: Out My Music.  Artist should have an Electronic Press Kit or fact sheet along with a MP3 mastered version of song(s) being featured.