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Hailey Wild: “Ride Or Die”

By: Irate Specialist

For those who may not already know artist Hailey Wild, her new single “Ride or Die” is a beautiful introduction to this Californian singer/songwriter.

Wild uses her melodic vocals and vivid lyrics to paint a picture of the love she has for her ‘ride or die’. The instrumental’s minimalistic sound, is compromised of mainly acoustic guitars, a piano and some drums. The elements provide the perfect canvas for Wilds’s emotions to come alive.

She sings about how brightly her passion burns for the object of her affection. Yet she doesn’t mind it because she knows that they have found love that will last till the day they die. So stay inside and check out Hailey Wild’s new single “Ride or Die”. The single also comes with a visual that carries a time-honored theme.

Listen to “Ride or Die” below:

JUNGLE BASH ‘19 - DISCIPLE MUSIC

By: Irate Specialist

If you’re a millennial or a member of Gen Z, one concept I’m sure you’re familiar with is “FOMO” and if you weren’t at Jungle Bash ‘19 I fear that, you missed out.

This amazing party hosted by local artist, Rightful Disciple featured a couple vendors, beer pong tables, a volleyball court, live performances and food.

The Jungle, the location of this amazing event, was a beautiful spot with just the right amount of space to party all day long.

Rightful Disciple was able to assemble an all-star list of New Jersey talent including: Samad Savage, Ethan Ross, Geno Five and Turkish Royale as well as other incredible New Jersey talent including the host himself.

Despite the fact that they were serving free beer, the performances were the main reason why folks turned out for this event.

Tiffany, 24, was looking forward to seeing all of the artists who were coming out. “I’ve been to the practices before here, and they all have talent,” she said. “It’s unbelievable. All put together, it’s something you want to see, something you can’t miss.”

This praise was not misplaced as every artist who took the stage rocked it.

Saint James was one of the first artists to tear the stage up. It was easy to ride the wave he was on with his song “Calling”. Before I knew it, the whole crowd was bobbing back and forth as the song washed over them.

Links:

1. Instagram - @the88saint

2. Music + more - https://linktr.ee/the88saint

Ron Solemn was one of the next artists to take the mic and helped to set the tone for the rest of the event with one of the best performances of the day. He and his friend, Black Panther, came out with water guns spraying the crowd providing much needed relief from the heat we were under. After cooling us down he set the stage on fire with straight bangers from his new project Ronald, which I highly suggest everyone go listen to.

Even the intermission was lit. As the artists in the crowd took the opportunity to grab the mic and spit some epic freestyles, they kept the energy and good vibes alive.

Links:

1. Instagram - @ronsolemn_

2. Music - https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=_fIT_MIQvqg&feature=youtu.be

After the intermission it was back to the music and Ethan Ross, our local portable speaker freestyle legend came through bringing the energy that he was known for.

Even Otto Haze, 27 another Jersey artist, had been looking forward to Ethan Ross hitting the stage. “My boy Ethan Ross has some of the greatest energy I've seen out here in awhile,” said Haze.

Links:

1. Instagram: @therealethanross

2. Music: https://soundcloud.com/ethanrosswithredhair

Geno Five was also one of the artists many people came out to see. Quan, 24, had been boys with Geno Five from high school and came to show support. “I’m really proud of his growth as an artist. I’ve seen the whole thing since high school and to see how he’s taken it serious is inspiring,” he said. Geno’s dedication to the game was instantly recognizable throughout his set. His song “Getting Played” had the whole crowd bumping to his lyrics and the instrumental.

Links:

1. Instagram: @geno_five

2. Music: https://m.soundcloud.com/geno_five

Turkish Royale, Samad Savage and Rightful Disciple were a few of the acts that helped to close out. The performances were strong. And it was easy to see came to spit. With each artist’s energy, it helped to keep the vibes right until the end of the night. One of my favorite moments of Turkish Royale’s set was when he brought out Samad Savage to perform their latest collaboration “No Chill”. Though it was clearly a last minute request, both artists were were still able to kill the track and keep it entertaining.

Links:

1. Instagram(s) - @turkishroyale & @samadsavage

2. Turkish Royale’s Music - https://soundcloud.com/turkishroyale

3. Samad Savage’s Music - https://soundcloud.com/samadsavage

Rightful Disciple’s set let the party know that not only is he a talented host but he was also an incredible artist. His complex rhyme schemes showed off his skill while he was still able to keep the audience engaged throughout the performance. With the level of skill of every artist who took the stage it was easy to see why audience engagement throughout the day was incredibly high from partygoers and fellow artists alike.

“I like how every time these artists perform all the other artists were there supporting as well showing respect to each artist,” said Natalie, 22.

Links:

1. Instagram - @rightfuldisciple

2. Music - https://soundcloud.com/rightfuldisciple

JAKEKAI:

Merely a rockstar (no hero), Jakekai creates music that reflects on timeless moments during our youth. Honestly he just knows how to get the vibe right. Still, Jakekai understands that everything isn't all glitz & glamour. At times, he even feels afraid when he doesn't know where life's headed (Happy Days) but what he's sure of is music. It's his bliss.

Even before his morning coffee (which he hopes you've saved for him as well!) Jakekai keeps in mind that he has a certain gift of wisdom. "I need to instill to as many people as possible before my time’s up." says Jakekai "I want to make the best music ever made."

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One who follows the motto "We have one life to live & we should live it the way we want to," Jakekai's sound strays away from the generic rock or rap. To simply put, it includes a lot of musical techniques found in other genres & creates a mellow soundscape for the listeners. Likewise, he dares the guitar on all occasions to hit him with his best shot. Even in Rum Bottle through the undertone of heavy base, the guitar makes a appeasing low buzz that's heard in an earshot. Moreso Jakekai even lives by his motto with this line from the chorus, "Celebrate drank & we fight the drift." Thus his music makes one feel invincible. It's possible to dance with the wolves in the moonlight (Rockstar) & thankfully Jakekai helps us find our howl.

Originally from Ringwood, NJ, Jakekai defines his hometown as peaceful. You can even say that it's sort of an safe haven. To best put Jakekai into words, he is an "alternative music artist that focuses on bringing feeling though his music through his love of poetry & sound." Since the age of 10, he’s been writing poetry & other forms of writing so it was only right to transition into a miscallenous genre. "It’s something I have deep love and appreciate for." Jakekai adds. Moved by The Doors, Kid Cudi, Led Zeppelin, Mac Miller & all the amazing artist that came before his time — Jakekai's life did a 360. To the highest degree Jakekai concluded that he'd make inspiring music so others could seek inside theirselves & do whatever they please.

Moving forward, Jakekai plans on releasing his first & official E.P. He's been working around the clock on it. "I'm trying to develop new sounds & styles completely unique to me & my team." Jakekai says. "I had fun creating an unreleased track called “Walk With The Devil.” We [Him & Kevi] created our own reverb, playing the bongos, multiple guitars & created a whole new sound. Being an engineer, I get to record & take complete control over how my music is developed." With his brother, Kevy Con he plans on staying in a diverse element of creativity.

For all reasons, Jakekai is forever revered in music & will stay for the long haul.

By: Natalee Gilbert

LINK(s):

1. WEBSITE: www.jakekai.com

2. Instagram: @jakekai

3. SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/jakekai

Piccasso Black:

An artist whose words hit you like "shabang", Piccasso Black is widely known for slapping the norm upside its head by narrating personal stories in different perceptions. In hopes to aspire others or hype them up, Piccasso Black creates a vibe for all occasions. Whether it be toward love, self-reflection, world awareness or just having fun -- Piccasso Black holds alot of technicalities such as solid punchlines, entendres & metaphors in his rhyming skill. Sonically, Piccasso Black draws from the golden era of hip-hop. It provides enough base to knock the speaker off its hinges and gully to spook the neighbors. Take "Sunday Morning" for instance. Here, Piccasso Black uses the brilliant punchline "Scared the devil out him/Afraid to be holy/Noah's arc had to capsize." to describe how he's trying to turn over a new leaf despite his troubled past or even "Aretha Franklin" where his one-liner takes it home, "Stay fly/I flock with papi cause he got them birds." Regardless, Piccasso Black seeks to create his own name in the hip-hop scene. Moreso he wants his music to be simplistically complex. Even honest. "I'd describe it as "sophisticated ignorance." Black goes on to say.

Piccasso Black's music journey began in the 7th grade during his lunch period. "I used to freestyle during those times & I gained attention then just kept at it." Black adds. From the very first day, Piccasso Black went home & used his brother's street radio & an instrumental from a street vendor to record his first track. Since then, he's been taking more advantage in the means to do it big. He says now that he's older, music also falls in as his therapy. Picasso Black's main inspiration is life, God & his kids because it leaves him with a warm feeling. "It's a good feeling when my daughter is in the back seat singing the hook to songs of mine or when my son is in the room & he hears a Instagram clip of me rapping, then starts jumping, smiling & grabbing me." However, Piccasso Black also draws from other creators. Likewise, Piccasso Black would work with everybody from his hometown, Paterson, N.J if given the opportunity because its "us v.s them naturally." One thing he says about Paterson, NJ is that its where he finished high school. Still, he spent most of his youth in Atlanta, Georgia which is where his daughter happens to be from as well. When it comes to his music, Piccasso Black's strength is staying uptempo. But if he needs to go along with a slow tempo, it isn't hard for him to adapt. Besides this, Piccasso Black believes NJ supports NJ. "I strongly believe in energy & the phrase " you get in what you put in" Black says "If somebody a f-ck n-gga, that doesn't mean stop networking & supporting. It's our human nature to be flawed & also our human nature to band together in time of need. We just got to embrace that aspect more." Since he's always punched in and gets minimal shut-eye, expect more things in the works for Piccasso Black. Just know he has some tracks releasing soon & would rather have his actions speak for him. His #1 advice for any upcoming artist is to PUT GOD FIRST & to drink alot of water, "Ever since I paid homage & humbled myself..blessings & opportunities grew. It allowed me to showcase my talent."

Make sure to hear what Piccasso Black has sketched off the canvas & follow him on all platforms.

By: Natalee Gilbert

LINK(s):

1. Instagram: @shabang___tv & @ijustwantapiccasso

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