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Mack Mistress (Oakland)Born in the Bay Area, Mack Misstress has been in the spotlight since the age of nine, performing in various plays and talent shows all over the San Francisco Bay Area. On the stage with a mic in her hand showcasing her fiery delivery and rapid free-style has long been her favorite pastime. Armed with lyrical skills, great stage presence and a fresh vibe that attracts the masses, Mack Misstress is on her way to becoming a worldwide favorite! Her music blends R&B, Hip Hop and that contagious party track sound. There was a need for a music label that catered to queer women without discrimination and Misstress ENT. was born. In 2006, Mack Misstress broadened her horizons by creating her own label, Misstress ENT. Not only did the label offer a place for femcees to develop their skills but also offered resources for DJs and dancers. The label grew by signing on a resident dj and choreographer advancing this business venture to a new level. After completing her first highly anticipated cd “Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop” Mack Misstress prepares to launch her music and cross over into mainstream media. Booking info: mackmisstress at yahoo dot com www.reverbnation.com/mackmisstress www.myspace.com/mackmisstress
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Invincible (Detroit)"One of the most talented emcees I've ever heard black or white, male or female..." -Talib Kweli "Invincible is one part emcee, three parts revolutionary, but the recipe is all Hip Hop." -Shook Magazine It is truly rare to find an artist like Invincible. Her spitfire wordplay has gotten her acclaim from Hip Hop fans all across the world, while her active involvement in progressive social change has taken her music beyond entertainment, and towards actualizing the change she wishes to see. Repping Detroit, MI, many are already familiar with her work with Waajeed and the Platinum Pied Pipers, Finale, the all-female ANOMOLIES crew, Black Star, and many others. Dubbed by XXL Magazine as "every A&Rs worst nightmare" for rejecting major label deals and general industry politrix, Invincible started her own record label, EMERGENCE, self-releasing her long-awaited full length LP, ShapeShifters, June, 2008. Invincible’s versatility shines through on ShapeShifters over production by Waajeed, Black Milk, Lab Techs, House Shoes, and more. She is part of a community on the frontline of innovating the future of music, including featured guests Tiombe Lockhart, Finale, Wordsworth, Indeed, and Buff1. Every track stands alone in style, subject matter and concept. Together, the tracks form a cohesive unit that covers issues related to self and community transformation such as: the journey of a struggling artist, J Dilla and Proof's legacies, media monopoly, love/hate relationships, gentrification, faith, and beyond. Invincible’s visual lyricism is interwoven with heavy hitting musical backdrops, creating a compelling cinematic sound-scape. The lead 12" Single and title track, "ShapeShifters," produced by Waajeed, is a ride in itself, beginning with the urgent declaration, "Music is not a mirror to reflect reality / It's a hammer, with which we shape it." The song proceeds to take the listener to a post apocalyptic future where a time capsule of Hip Hop and cultural resistance is unearthed, sampled, and evolved for generations to come. From Hip Hop enthusiasts to everyday people working for change, Invincible’s ShapeShifters will give hope to listeners searching for substance within their daily dose of music. Invincible has created an album for the ages to transform the way people listen to emcees for years to come.
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SKIM (LA/NY)Born in New York City, from a mother who taught herself how to play the piano, a father who conducted orchestras in his mind, and a culture called Hip Hop sweeping through the heart of the city, SKIM’s first language learned was music. Now based in Los Angeles, she has emerged as a fearless singer/ songwriter and poet. In 2006, she established her own production company, Mago Music, and released her first album, For Every Tear. Within days of its release, CD Baby’s executive director featured the album on the front page of the website. Drawing from each of her experiences and environments, she articulates herself through the music she creates, and captivates her audiences with raw honesty and charming humor. Skim mixes revolutionary visions and fiery rap lyrics with her sultry singing, while strumming a guitar. Her heart pounds as she drums with the passion of her Korean ancestry. Raised in New York City and presented in Los Angeles, she fuses the consciousness of third world peoples with the urban streets of U.S. cities. SKIM convinces ears to listen, bodies to dance, and hearts to open.
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Fiona Simone (Atlanta)"Who's that girl?" The phrase immediately escapes the mouths of those in her presence. A hot blend of street finesse, rock 'n' roll, and retro swag, she grabs attention wherever she goes. Her infectious rhymes and hooks mesmerize the masses; who is she you ask? She is Fiona Simone. Miami native rapper/producer Fiona Simone has become a sensation on the underground hip-hop scene. A true lyrical MC since the age of 15, she has cultivated a sound that is earnestly original and un-regional that has global appeal. Her standout 2008 underground album, Ladies Room 2.5, shows the artist taking her creative skills and lyrical content to another level with hits including "Tomboy Fresh," "Welcome Back," and the wildly popular ladies anthem "Feeling Some Type of Way." Her latest single "Limelight," is an uncontrollably contagious club banger that has everone dance and rocking to the beat.
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Raw Passion (Oakland)RAW (Rhythms of Afrika Worldwide) PASSION! promotes the preservation of indigenous African culture worldwide through dynamic performance art and powerful workshops (primarily spoken word, dance, dj accompaniment, string instruments and percussion). Having graced national/international festivals, community celebrations and concert stages and with over 30 years of combined musical experience, RAW PASSION artists Matu Feliciano, Renaye Brown-Guilartes and Monica Anderson devotedly embrace the spiritual, social, artistic, and intellectual interconnectedness of all indigenous cultures. Connect with RAW PASSION! at www.sankofaevents.com
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Kelo (Oakland)Kelo is a songwriter, entertainer and hip hop artist with a love for music ranging from Hip Hop to Jazz, Rock n Roll and R&B. Although Kelo was born in Memphis, TN. Her family moved to the golden state when she was an infant therefore making California Kelo's home. Kelo began writing as a teenager. With living through many life experiences a pen and pad was never far. Inspired by rap legends Tupac, Jay Z, Outkast, Eminem and Snoop…..as a young adult, Kelo continued to write and occasionally show off her skills at house parties and local events. Kelo started officially performing live in K.C., MO back in 2003. A big shout out to all of the K.C. family. Kelo just happened to be in the right place at the right time. While visiting a studio with a friend, Kelo was asked to step in for another artist that was a “no show”. Even though Kelo had never recited in a recording studio this confident and challenge seeking artist thought to test her skills right then and there. They told her that if she could write and remember her 16 bars that she could test the waters that day. An hour or so later Kelo was called upon to enter the recording room and lay her lyrics on the track. Without her note pad she stepped on the mic and spit a 16 bars that were so viscous that the producers could not believe that she was fresh to the game of hip hop. They loved her unique delivery and heartfelt lyrics mixed with her high energy. Once she started entertaining people, she knew that she would not stop there. From local clubs to Pride Festivals on the East and West coast she spit her lyrics to slamming instrumentals and dances all over the stage with her high energy and explosive lyrics. Kelo performed her new single “Shout Out to the DJ” on the women of pride stage at the SF Pride this year. Kelo's music captures her audience with its intelligent wordplay and stunning metaphors without using a lot of foul and disrespectful language. Kelo is currently working to complete her first full album. She will include some reproduced songs that she created back in Kansas City and new ones that are bay created and loved from coast to coast. Kelo strives to keep her followers bobbing their heads and moving their feet.
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THE (SIS)TEMThe (SIS)TEM is the west coast’s premiere collective of female emcees, producers, vocalist, Djs and more, bred in leimert park, in Los Angeles. This explosive crew bonds together to form one of the powerful movements in Hip Hop.
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ARRO (LA)ARRO is a music creator and messenger originally from Detroit, MI. Her first songs came at the age of 7, then quickly became forgotten due to sports and bicycles. Luckily 80's hair bands came on to the scene and inspired ARRO to pick up the guitar. She kept her new passion somewhat hidden because she didn't think it was cool for a black chick to play guitar. Plus, ARRO was kicked out of her high school band for refusing to learn how to read music and was quite cool off sharing those details w/ her fellow peers at the time. So she put the guitar down and picked up a bat... softball bat that is. Raw athletic skills, hard work, & dedication earned ARRO a spot in the universe as an intercollegiate softball player. During her last game she realized because of her gender, she could not make a living playing this sport so she re-examined her purpose in this world. Two years ago, music popped up and said, "Hey, it's me. I am your purpose." Since then, ARRO has become a prolific songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and singer. She considers the majority of her work as FANTASY ROCK, but her range includes country, hip hop, adult contemporary and children's music. All of her songs are her gifts to you. ARRO works w/ many talented artists using different mediums. In order to function properly, she requires significant time w/ creative playmates/bands, Haystac Landing & Shoeless Shock 5.0. ARRO also regularly performs/gives service to the Unity Church of Chatsworth. http://www.myspace.com/arroverse
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ryan (Bay Area)
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Tonilyn A. SidecoTonilyn A. Sideco is a heartworker, singer, performing artist, filmmaker, and native San Franciscan. Dedicated to inspiring systemic social change, Toni enjoys breaking people out of their idleness through her music, community theater, and filmmaking with the Queer Women of Color Media Arts Project. Highly involved with the annual Queer Women of Color Film Festival, Toni handles donations and plans the opening and closing night parties as a festival team member. Recently, she was able to share her queer pilipin@ pride playing the role of Cee in “Translations,” a play that debuted at this year’s National Queer Arts Festival. Most recently, he has performed her original songs at TransFormNation (a party for transgender & genderqueer folks at Bar on Church, S.F.), Come Together (a benefit for Richmond Jane Doe) and Snappy Hour, Mama Calizo’s Voice Factory’s one-month residency at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts. Check her out at www.myspace.com/tonilynsideco and www.youtube.com/user/tsideco |
