Johnny Gillespie Hits No. 2 on iTunes Electronic Music Singles Chart

You just charted at No. 2 on iTunes Electronic Music Single Sales Chart with your single gravitating. How does that feel?

I’m still in shock. I’ve been holding on to this record for over a year and felt that it was time to put it out with all the momentum that we’ve been building on the charts. From charting at 21 to 11 and finally hitting the top 5 at number 2. I’m at a loss for words. I feel so much gratitude to everyone that has supported me in making this dream a reality. I couldn’t have done it without my support group. We have a tight circle that is strong. Special shout out to jin Wooh who has been a teacher and friend for many years making this record sound so epic.

What do you like most about making music?

I never really thought about this question. It’s just second nature to me. It’s a way to express my emotions when I don’t have any other outlet. Sometime words aren’t enough and the music grabs ahold of everything I’m aiming to convey. It’s very therapeutic to me and helps me come back to reality feeling accomplished when the track is done. 

What inspired you to start playing and making music?

You could say my old man installed music in my mind. Whether it was him playing his harmonica to me as a child or taking me to concerts or listening to music on long drives on family trips. It was always around me and it was fun to find my own way to contribute to the world. 

Describe your creative process when you write new music.

Normally I start with a riff whether that be a piano melody or guitar melody and then I sing lines that come to my mind and the rest is history. I get in the lab and start cooking up the rest of the song adding elements from all types of genres.

Who's your ideal musician to collaborate with and why?

I love the musician that can get in and out. Sometime music can be a rabbit hole that could be endless. We really need to stay focused and do what’s best for the song. 

Are there any musicians who inspire you? What qualities do you admire about them?

Ronnie king inspires me all the time. He’s witty and witty with his music. He goes in the track all stealth like and comes out bringing the heat. I admire his work ethic and his know how of how to do what’s best for the track. 

Describe your favorite venue for performing.

Any venue packed to the brim so we can all catch each other’s vibes and have a good time. 

Which skills have you gained that help you perform effectively as a musician?

Persistence. I always knew how to start a track and finish it. Whether that was with band mates or by me. It takes persistence and self determination to get the job done.

Which qualities do you think make a great musician?

I feel like an open mind to let the creative process in is a must. Persistence and the ability to do what’s best for the track. This is my recipe for creating music. It’s the ability to channel the creativity mixed with emotions that lay dormant in your heart backed with experience that one has gone through in a story telling manner.

Is there another musician you've mentored or trained? Describe what you've done to help them.

I recently produced my first record for another artist named Andy Magruder and it was amazing to give back to another great artist. And currently my producing a reggae project for another great artist named shadoe. 

What's the best piece of advice another musician ever gave you?

It’s more like life advice. It’s a numbers game. If you fail once. you try and try again until you hit. once you find that perfect hit. keep hitting until you strike out and try again. 

What's your process for dealing with anxiety?

As a musician that use to struggle with bipolar disorder. I realized that I needed a vice and that vice was my musical creations. I found that if I felt a certain way, I could capture it and take the power out of me and make it into something relatable so others can have something to listen to when their going through a similar situation or feeling. I capture my vibes and make them into timeless pieces of art.

Anyone you’d like to thank?

I’d like to thank This great universe in which I get to create in. My beautiful wife Cait and our little one Rickie. My friends and my family. Ronnie king for being a great mentor. Jin Wooh for bringing the hot sauce on the tracks. VIP recordings. Sony orchard. Sullen clothing. Clinton sparks. The believers and doubters they all helped me get to where I’m at. 

Verse Rare La'Flare's "Star Gazin" Tops the US and UK iTunes Charts

We are honored to speak with you today. You just recently hit the USA iTunes Hip-hop/Rap Single Chart at no. 78 and the U.K. iTunes Hip-hop/Rap Single Chart at no. 15 with your hit track “Star Gazin!” Why don't you give us some details about you and your success. How did you get to where you are today?

I’ve been grinding independently for 11 years faithfully. I made it this far by keeping faith, staying consistent, providing quality material, networking & genuine services.

I'm sure your success has not come easily. What challenges have you had to overcome along the way? Finding the right sources to work with. And within the first month of my Instagram verification my Instagram account got hacked. I recovered it a month later through a live Facebook agent.

Let's talk about the work you do. What do you specialize in and why should someone work with you over the competition?

I specialize in “putting pieces of the puzzle together”. I’m the plug to the plug. Outside of that, I’m one of the most creative artists I know in music. If you are willing to work with me, I’ll match the energy other than that I stay in my lane.

What's your best piece of advice for readers who desire to find success in their life?

Put God first. Stay Consistent and treat life right!

Speaking of success, what does tIt's an honor to speak with you today. You just recently hit the USA iTunes Hip-hop/Rap Single Chart at number 78 with the your hit track “Star Gazin!”

Why don't you give us some details about you and your success. How did you get to where you are today? * Ive been grinding independently for 11 years faithfully. I made it this far by keeing faith, staying consistant, providing quality material, networking & genuine services.

I'm sure your success has not come easily. What challenges have you had to overcome along the way? * Finding the right sources to work with. & within the first month of my instagram verification my instagram got hacked I recovered it a month later through live facebook agent.

Let's talk about the work you do. What do you specialize in and why should someone work with you over the competition? * I specialize in “putting pieces of the puzzle together”. Im the plug to the plug. Outside of that Im one of the most creative artists i know in music. If you are willing to work with me I match the energy other than that I stay in my lane.

What's your best piece of advice for readers who desire to find success in their life? * PUT GOD FIRST, STAY CONSISTANT & TREAT LIFE RIGHT.

What's next for you?

Millions. Possibly Billions…

Finally, how can people connect with you if they want to learn more?

Any and everywhere, @verserarelaflare

Rapper Xpression Hits Top 20 on iTunes Rap Chart

Rapper Xpression Charts Top 20 on the Hip-hop/Rap Albums Sales Chart

We were honored to speak with rapper sensation “Xpression” today who recently hit the USA iTunes Hip-hop/Rap Albums Chart at number 20 with the his hit album “The Write Path. “ We were fortunate for the Rap star to provide us some details about himself and his success. “My name is Juan Carlos Fajardo Jr and I'm from Indio, ca born and raised. I go by the artist name ‘Xpression.’ Since a kid, I fell in love with Hip-Hop that's always been my first choice of music. Listening to my influences Tupac, DMX, Eminem and Nas and more (in that generation) at such a young age is what made me at 10 years old start rapping. I would rap my first verse amongst family and friends and people were very impressed to hear me rapping at that age. I liked the attention I was getting and it motivated me to want to write more raps and continue to explore that realm.. At age 16 is when I first stepped into a studio to record my first song, with one of my close High School friends who had also been making music since his childhood. From 16 years old until now its been a non stop grind. Writing music, building connections, staying active on all my social media platforms, building up my brand , collaborating with different influencers and some of my personal childhood favorites, investing money into my craft, having a more professional sound and all around just growing into the artist I am today.”

The hardworking and talented phenom’s success has not come easily. He shared with us some of the most recent challenges he has had overcome along the way: “It took a lot of sacrifice, a lot of time away from family and friends to keep focused on my mission. I quit several jobs because it was interfering with my dreams and goals I had. I would always invest my last dollar into my music instead of buying a pair of shoes or something else that I felt I didn't need. None of it was as important to me than my music , and still to this day I'm investing in myself. I'm always trying to catch the next trend or stay ahead of the game. I’m never satisfied to the point I wanna stop building myself. I plan to keep going and my goal is to push until I can't no more. As long as I'm on this earth I will always contribute my arts to those who cherish it. I love music its my passion, my therapy, my first love. Some of the challenges I've had to overcome along the way are my battles with my mental health. When I was 15 I was diagnosed with bi-polar disorder and that's always played a crucial roll in life, especially in my high school years. A period of my life when I was homeless sleeping in the back of my friends car in another friends garage. Some nights in the park, it was rough but in the midst of all that I still stayed optimistic…I kept pursuing my music.”

“Xpression” recently hit the USA iTunes Hip-hop/Rap Albums Chart at number 20 with the his hit album “The Write Path.“

Xpression is passionate about the work he does. He specializes in songwriting and story-telling as he is consistently speaking from the heart in his music and doing charitable events in the community. His talent and work ethic put him over the top of the competition, but it is his positive attitude regarding collaborations that has also propelled his career. He explains: “I separate myself from the whole I'm better he's better thing I think people get to wrapped up in that image of trying to be the best and let their egos ruin the love for the craft. I love collaborations and group efforts on projects. I think when a group of creative people get together its a stronger force and when everyone is positive, motivated and focused the work and results will speak for itself. I let my grind and actions do the talking. and not only that I don't just focus on just rap. I incorporate so much into my over all image from music to poetry to photography, to social media to comedy to managing other artist to writing for other artist I do it all. I'm a jack of all trades. I don't just stick with one thing I try to expand on every idea. You gotta dominate every aspect in this business!”

The Hip-Hop artist is also an accomplished author and his book "The Write Path To Creative Self-Xpression” is a collaboration with his mother Psychotherapist, Angelica Guajardo. Xpression is a certified Hip-hop therapy specialist who also directs teen groups, motivating the youth and trying to inspire them to chase their dreams. The artist offers his best piece of advice for readers who desire to find success in their life when he states: “The best piece of advice for people who desire to find success is don't wait for it to find you. You gotta get out there and make your dreams a reality. If you set the proper goals in place you can make it happen, don't live in fear or doubt. Believe in yourself and believe its possible. Stand out, make your presence known, speak up. Don't be afraid to ask for help, if you don't know the answer to something, do your research. If there's an idea you have share it. Be active on social media that's very important. Make sure you find balance cause you will crash if you exhaust yourself. Know when to take a break and know when its time to get back to work, but never quit!”

The chart topping Rap star has huge plans for what's next for his fans. He explains: “What's next for me is ‘The Write Path 2’ album. "‘The Write Path” was a major milestone for me in my Hip-hop career that now I wanna just follow it up and out do myself!

Fans can connect with Xpression @xpressionthemc on all social media platforms or on his website Xpressionthemc.com if they want to learn more.

Ben Railway Robey's "Hotter" Dominates USA Blues iTunes Charts

A superstar is born with a genuine soul, an authentic voice and lyrics that are flat out-gritty. Blue’s artist Ben Railway Robey charts #3 on the iTunes Blues Singles Charts with his timeless and fun hit “Hotter” that needs to be played again and again. Following up on the success of his first single “One Day I’m Gunna be More” that charted #6 on the iTunes Blues Singles Chart, Ben is creating enormous momentum in the Blues music industry. Recently announcing signing a distribution deal with Push Global Entertainment, the heart of gold Blues star is hugely excited to release his single ‘Hotter’ distributed by Sony Music’s “The Orchard.”

If you seek passion and belief with grit in a song that will not disappoint you, you will find yourself on a journey when listening to this Blues artist. The beginning is now, and his following are excited to see where it leads. Ben is already working on his debut vinyl and in late 2021 Ben will be touring across the US,UK and Japan.

“Thank you to everyone involved, I am so blessed for you all and the support you continue to give.

Special thanks I feel need to be said to my Father/lead guitarist for standing by me.

Lastly, thank you to Sebastian and my label for their belief.” –Ben R.R.

If you are going on a road trip, or if you want to listen to Blues music that takes you on journey the way only great Blues music can do, add Ben Railway Robey to your playlist.

Ben would like to give a shout out to his father Mike Robey who plays lead guitar in the Band, his amazing endorsers Vintage Guitars and Joe Doe Guitars and “RD” aka Rapdood with WorldStage Legends on the international app Uplive .

Follow him on Spotify , IG and on his website at benrobeyofficial.com

R2G’s New Release “Move” Peaks iTunes Top 100 Rap Chart

R2G is an acronym for the new musical statement “Ready to Grind”. The duo hailing from Detroit has a unified goal is to put 200% into their music and brand. . They are not just a recording group; but a group who pride themselves on being able to participate in all areas of the entertainment business, garnering fans from all walks of life.

The members, known as Looze Cannon and Symba J met while working at the iconic Motown Museum as tour guides. Sharing the rich history and legacy of the music label founded by the legendary Berry Gordy, Jr. each member has their own swag and approach to entertainment. Their talents compliment and enforce their grind. . Symba J is the low-key/ laid back “college buff”. Looze Cannon is considered the “Dr. Dre” of the unit, due to his array of talents, skill and experience in the music business [an extraordinary producer, dj, songwriter, comic, musician, actor and rapper]. He has been active in the music industry since the age of 6, having been signed to major label signing at age 7.

 What does the name represent? Looze Cannon says “It represents EVERYONE & ALL who can earnestly get up every morning with a goal-set to achieve greatness. It doesn’t matter if the goal-set is going to a job every day to feed yourself and your family; being an entrepreneur grinding to growing your business; you can be a student with goals of graduating and becoming a doctor or lawyer, or another recording artist or entertainer banking on success…the single mother, independent woman grind…it doesn’t matter…. the acronym supports the hustle and the grind for everyone. The hustle is real. And for R2G... your grind is all about music”.

 R2G is truly a team effort. You may see the members on stage, but they credit their team for helping make the grind a reality. Because really …what is a hustle/grind without a team? Streetnoise Entertainment (The Label) helps to bring the concept of R2G to life.  

R2G debut single was entitled WATCHIN and quickly gained notoriety in and around the music industry and online. Their latest song and music video to MOVE has received great acclaim, hitting number 82 in the top 100 Hip-Hop/Rap Song Sales chart. Their music is currently available on all digital music platforms (Spotify, Tidal, Apple Music and more). R2G is accepting interviews, appearances and live performance dates nationwide. For More information hit R2G on social media at @officialR2G or email StreetNoiseEntertainment@gmail.com.

FOLLOW THE MOVEMENT…

https://www.instagram.com/officialr2g/
https://youtu.be/Cc8I9sOH0Bc
https://open.spotify.com/track/6aaKVf0odWWWXtEim8e7c4?si=1b00b7844f6e4826
https://music.apple.com/us/album/move-single/1575103659

Japanese Sensation, LiLi, Announces New Music

Amada Records recording artist LiLi releases her first single titled Sushi on July 16,2021. The song is her first release after being discovered by the label back in early 2021 when they signed her to a million dollar recording contract. LiLi is the first Japan-based artist signed to the Amada label. “We get thousands of demo submissions every week and we have never come across anyone like her. She just has that magic combination of beauty, talent, and originality that real stars are made of” ErIc Jones, CEO of Amada Records.

The song “Sushi” is a mixture of Japanese and English Hip Hop and R&B. With its pulsating rhythm and catchy hook, it’s the perfect tune to follow up her first single Invisible, which was released in 2020 as a special project from LINE Records in Japan. Her song Invisible featured Fatman Scoop and DreamDoll and made it all the way to the #2 spot on the USA iTunes Dance Chart where it shared the top 10 spotlight with other hit songs by well known artists including Avicii, David Guetta, Tate McRae, and more.

From Japan to the world, LiLi is bringing her very own style and finesse to the global music scene. She is definitely the one to watch for 2021 and beyond.

VIP Recordings' Chris Callovar Hits Top 15 on the USA iTunes Top 100 Dance Chart

It's an honor to speak with you today. You just recently hit the USA iTunes Top 100 Dance Songs Chart at number 13, with the your track “Keep Me Close to You (Radio Edit)” released with VIP Recordings a Florida based record label currently distributed by a division of Sony Music Entertainment. Why don't you give us some details about you and your success. How did you get to where you are today?

I just kept believing in myself and I always trusted the process. I learnt a lot from YouTube in the beginning and after completing all my courses at Berklee College Of Music last year, I knew I was ready to take my music to the next level. There were many times when I just wanted to give up but my parents, close friends and supporters said otherwise. It’s because of them that I kept pushing. Once my parents understood what I was doing and started believing in me, that was the ultimate motivation for me.

I'm sure your success has not come easily. What challenges have you had to overcome along the way? *

There were certainly several challenges that I came across as such a career demands a lot of funding. At first, I had to struggle to get my parents to trust in me and convince them that this is the path I want to take. My teachers and friends (except for a few) would mock me and talk bad about me behind my back. Fortunately, I had a few close friends who truly believed in what I was doing.

Let's talk about the work you do. What do you specialize in and why should someone work with you over the competition?

To be very specific, I’m an Electronic Dance Music Producer and I specialize in producing “Progressive House” which is a sub genre of House Music. Now to answer the second part of your question, first of all, I would charge much less compared to other big artists because to me, this is more about sharing the same passion for producing music rather than making it super professional and putting money before anything else. Working with me is like working with a friend. It’s about having fun with what we produce in the studio, sharing those magical moments together and being free to express our talents. No artist should feel the need to be professional with me and unnecessarily presume that he/she should have major boundaries before collaborating with me. I would do my best to make my fellow producer or singer, who would like to collaborate with me, feel comfortable around me rather than make them feel nervous or confined.

What's your best piece of advice for readers who desire to find success in their life?

Go with your gut feeling. Don’t ever be afraid to fail as that is only a lesson that is meant to be learnt which ultimately, will push you further ahead. If you are passionate about something and you truly believe that this is what you’re meant to do, give it everything you have. If you’re a teenager and you’re reading this, then do what I did. Convince your parents. Show them that you were made for this. Only then will they fully believe in what you’re doing unless you’re really lucky to have parents who are willing to support you in whatever you do from the very beginning.

Speaking of success, what does the word mean to you?

Success to me is not about making millions, owning a mansion with several cars. It’s about fulfilling what my heart and soul desires the most which is seeing my parents settle down in a beautiful countryside somewhere in Europe or Canada with a lovely bungalow which I paid for with my hard earned money. Seeing them live happily and in complete peace in such a positive environment would be the ultimate satisfaction and success for me.

What's next for you?

Getting on an official Spotify playlist is definitely my next goal. Along with that, obviously comes even better sounding music. “Keep Me Close To You” was just the very first professional sounding track of mine. There’s so much to come.
Finally, how can people connect with you if they want to learn more?

Everyone should feel free to connect with me on Instagram or on Facebook! I’m always there to answer your questions.

VIP Recordings’ “Red Devil” Compilation Debuts #13 on the Hip-Hop Album Chart

VIP Recordings’ “Red Devil” compilation debut at #13 on the iTunes Hip-Hop Album Chart features some of the best independent Hip-hop and Pop artists in the music industry. Hybrid styles of powerhouse independent Hip-hop artists and the notorious Pop/R&B artists headline this powerful mixture of musical styles on this VIP Recordings compilation album. Combining sentiments of Hip-Hop, R&B and Pop melodic and harmonic textures to the fabric of this album provides the listener with a body of work that embodies today’s most popular styles. Indeed hybrid music is the name of the game to today’s active listeners who crave both the dynamic energy behind the cadence of Hip-hop music or electronic rich harmonic textures, and “Red Devil” evidently delivers.

VIP Recordings, a record label out of Florida, USA is now currently distributing with “The Orchard,” a division of Sony Music Entertainment. The label will be hosting “VIP Recordings Presents: Listening Sessions North Hollywood” during Memorial Day weekend 2021 where artists have an opportunity to perform on stage for A&R’s for 100K advances.

Download VIP Recording’s infamous “Red Devil” compilation album featuring some of the music industries most successful independent artists such as Gwa-la, C-Stud Vill, Taran Richards, Black Dawn, Wayne Gunna, SATgame, Big Lew, Dockko, Ralphy Clouds, K Mac-Beats and IAMR0MEO.