Born Tramar Dillard on September 17, 1979, FloRida was raised by a single mother in Miami’s rough neighborhood of Carol City, Florida. Music helped Flo Rida stay on the straight path. His father was a talented musician who encouraged his son to express himself through music. Growing up, Flo Rida was exposed to all kinds of music, thanks in large part to his sisters, some of whom formed a local gospel group. When he was
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T.I.
TIP “T.I.” HARRIS is a GRAMMY Award-winning recording artist who has left an indelible mark on the world of music and pop culture. Having sold over 10 million albums in the US alone, Tip remains an influential figure in the world of music and entertainment. He is the founding executive of Grand Hustle Records, the owner of two successful, urban clothing brands Akoo and Hustle Gang. In 2016, Tip became an artist-owner of the global
{…}That Mexican OT
That Mexican OT (Outta Texas) was mumbling raps before he could write them. When he failed grade school classes, he remembers his mother saying, “Fuck that school — my son is going to be a rapper.” In middle school, his father regularly woke him late at night to battle (and embarrass) his inebriated homies. OT’s decision to pursue a rap career might seem inevitable in this light, but he needed one final push, a moment
{…}Alien Ant Farm
Alien Ant Farm is an American rock band that formed in Riverside, California in 1996. They have released five studio albums and sold over 5 million units worldwide. The band’s cover of Michael Jackson’s “Smooth Criminal” topped the Billboard Alternative songs charts in 2001, and was featured in the film American Pie .
{…}George Birge
Sometimes the simplest of titles have the most captivating backstory. Just listen to Birge explain the origin of “Beer Beer, Truck Truck,” his surprisingly deep, ready-for-summer debut single. Birge (rhymes with “merge”) was scrolling through the TikTok account he had just created when he came across a star of the platform poking fun at country music. Erynn Chambers, known to her three-quarter of a million followers as Rynnstar, joked that many country songs are just
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DJ Grip
Born and raised in the Houston,TX DJ Grip grew up around music ever since he was a child. Being exposed to genres of music ranging from Rock,Techno,Country to Rap.“I can honestly say Ive listened to almost every genre of music as a I grew up, I taught myself how to play the guitar when i was only 12 years old, and was in a band by the age of 14.“Grip adds. But as Grip entered
{…}Lane Smith
Lane Smith. You may not have heard the name…but you WILL! The South Texas singer-songwriter has spent the last ten years of his life professionally bull-fighting and is now taking on a whole new arena. With the same intensity that is required to run towards a 1500 pound bull (on purpose), Lane is determined to take his brand of country music to the masses. The 24-year-old cowboy kicked off 2021 by adding a little edge
{…}Lil Keke
Lil’ Keke gained national attention with his track “Southside” from his 1997 release “Don’t Mess Wit Texas”. In 2005, Lil’ Keke signed to Swishahouse Records. In an interview with HitQuarters at the time, label president and A&R T. Farris said, “He is a legend here in Houston. He plays a big role in the whole style of rap that we make down here.” Lil’ Keke started out working alongside DJ Screw doing mixtapes.
{…}Logan Jahnke
Logan Jahnke is a Texas based writer and musician who draws inspiration from rock & roll, classic singer/songwriters and Texas Country music. Logan grew up around music, learning how to sing from his mother and by attending church every Sunday as a child. With no formal lessons, Logan first picked up the guitar in November of 2019 and taught himself how to play. Soon afterward, he began to write his own songs and began performing
{…}Kolby Cooper
Only three years out of high school, still living in his small East Texas hometown, Kolby Cooper started selling out shows and clocking millions of streams using only his songs as muscle, earning streaming numbers typically reserved for household names. Amassing over 113.5 million on demand streams to date, Kolby released his first EP as a signed artist, Boy From Anderson County, on August 6 via BBR Music Group / Wheelhouse Records in partnership with
{…}SL75 Mobile 20x16 Stage
SL75 Mobile stage 20×16 with 8×8 sound wings stairs ramp railing Wind resistance 115 mph (185 km/h) without windwall, 77 mph (123 km/h) with windwall Rigging 4,250 lb (1,928 kg) 750 pounds of PA per side 1st event day rental $3100 2nd event day $1250 Setup days prior to event $700 July 4/July 4 weekend $4,000 ADD LED Par lights for $35 each, lighting tech for $500 per day. Out of town rentals do sometimes
{…}Janie Balderas
This Texas Red Dirt Country Crooner is putting smiles on faces and have toes tapping to her music. She truly has what it takes to bring the house down and getting you on the dance floor. Showcasing her powerhouse vocals along with her original songs have certainly gained the attention of fans and venues. She has been dubbed with the slogan “Country music with attitude” and she wears it well. Don’t let the boots and
{…}Blackillac
Voted Austin Music Award’s “Best Hip Hop/ Rap 2020,” the southern duo known as Blackillac has been buzzing in the south. Rappers ZEALE and Phranchyze came together in late 2018 under the guidance and production of multiple Grammy winner Gary Clark Jr.. They started their journey in Willy Nelson’s historical Arlyn Studios writing and recording with Gary to establish the roots of Blackillac. After establishing the foundation of their sound Blackillac began expanding their library
{…}Priscilla Block
Country artist Priscilla Block draws listeners in with her unfiltered, relatable songwriting and catchy melodies. “I love writing about real life experiences and the ups and downs that I’ve gone through,” says Priscilla. “I don’t sugarcoat anything, and I think that’s the beauty of songwriting and being an artist.” With an honest and upfront approach, Priscilla promotes self-love, empowerment, and acceptance through her own blend of country pop and southern rock, dubbed the Block Party
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