Music

Born to Lonnie Craig Sr. and Jeanette Holloway Craig in Hattiesburg, Mississippi on September 18, 1991, at Forrest General Hospital; Lonnie Craig Jr. “C.J”, artistically known as, “C.R.G” which is the acronym for Creativity-Refines-Genuity; would be birthed into the world to become an amazing entertainer with vast talent and passion for art and music. He is the youngest and only son out of 3 older siblings who are girls. Inspired by cartoons, anime, and video games, he at first had the aspiration of drawing art, sketching heroes and creating his own characters from his own imagination. Underlying his interest in art, music has always been a factor in his life. At a young age, he would always be humming and singing melodies off when playing with toys alone to himself.

Whenever he was around his older sister and cousins, however; they would dance and reenact to music videos from different genres. Being the son of a gospel singer and guitarist, he would watch and become captivated whenever his dad sung and played his guitar at home or at church programs. Also being exposed to other local gospel acts when traveling to his dad, Lonnie became fascinated with playing drums. Being that he was too young to play at his home church or anywhere else, he would put together boxes, pans, and miscellaneous things around the house that he could find to resemble a drum set for him bang on continuously! It was soon that his parents and loved ones saw he had a niche for music.

They would buy and surprise him with toy instruments that occupied him for long periods of time, almost to the time when everybody in the household is winding down for bed. His imagination would always be restless, in spite of him having to go to sleep. When he was in grade school, Lonnie participated in many plays and programs that showed his outstanding showmanship and keen ability to portray his parts and singing vocals. He won a few talent shows and some awards for his performance.

Stream C.R.G – Carload (Martian Lingo) on all major distribution outlets: distrokid.com/hyperfollow/crg1/carload-martian-lingo

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Bridging the gaps of social division with hip hop’s original intention, unity above division, Hong Kong’s Young Hysan, Brooklyn’s 730RS, Texas’ Negus Nimrod [a.k.a. Judah], California’s Joe Larez, Baltimore’s Aaron C., and Australia’s Wystelands, come together as The Nation to tell their stories of escape from their individual darkness by uniting above egoism and self-interests, in order to inspire the world to do the same in “We Are One.”

Stream The Nation – “We Are One”:
* YouTube: youtu.be/bfhCegI-hLA
* Spotify: open.spotify.com/track/02WKRSCRsi9N8XRHdOTYBf
* Apple Music: music.apple.com/us/album/we-are-one-single/1505299920
* Google Play Music: play.google.com/music/m/Tejkdsb6idbmfjvxdmorzdrvt6e?signup_if_needed=1
* Deezer: www.deezer.com/track/916841262
* Amazon Music: music.amazon.com/albums/B086K1594C?trackAsin=B086JY6XCB&do=play
* Tidal: listen.tidal.com/track/135922289
* Napster: napster.com/track/tra.460385486
* YouTube Music: music.youtube.com/watch?v=bfhCegI-hLA

Buy The Nation – “We Are One”:
* Google Play: play.google.com/store/music/album?id=Bmkhr4ftz5ymmuwm6wbqfr5om3u&tid=song-Tejkdsb6idbmfjvxdmorzdrvt6e
* Amazon: amazon.com/dp/B086JY6XCB?tag=songlink0d-20

Aka Vonny had a hit single back in 2012 (“Bop”). Signed by Mean Records llc, he recorded a new hit single “Bop 2.0,” released on Octoboer 19, 2019, and on February 15, 2020 he released his single “Hypemane,” mixed by Ken Lewis at iproducemusic.com

Aka Vonny in his own words: “At a young age I began to notice I was different from the norm and was good at anything I put my mind to but it wasn’t till I was about 17 I started telling myself I was going to be something and do something great when I got older. I have a list of talents that I continue to add to, and I’m finding ways to make a living doing these things I love to naturally do anyway, but most importantly inspiring and uplifting everyone as I succeed. My purpose may not have registered to the public yet but eventually you will all say to yourself “OMG it’s him, that’s the guy” anything else you want to know about me you’ll find in my material ?.”

Stream Aka Vonny – Bop 2.0 on all major distribution outlets: smarturl.it/akavonny

Follow Aka Vonny:

• Twitter: @akavonny
• Instagram: @akavonny

David Blush’s “I’m Outside (Stay Home)” is a PSA or social awareness record and concept single, based on the current global pandemic that we’re all experiencing. It is a light-hearted yet chilling reminder to be safe, while alerting you to the dangers of contracting the reported, COVID-19. It is also a catchy, sing-a-long tune.

David Blush is a songwriter, producer and performer from Johannesburg, South Africa, currently residing in South East Asia. He has multiple projects and live performances under his belt, including on-stage or in-television promos everywhere from South Africa’s Channel O, to a local television network in Park City, Utah.

Stream David Blush – “I’m Outside (Stay Home)” on Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/1bW4LhHSXOWD3yvXCY3DpR

Follow David Blush on Twitter: @skye_2020

B-Eazy’s fast-paced freestyle “Leanin’ Off” comes after 12 singles by the upcoming artist from Racine, Wisconsin. Keep an eye out for B-Eazy!

Stream B-Eazy – “Leanin’ Off (Freestyle)” on SoundCloud: soundcloud.com/brandon-person-82787997/leanin-off-freestyle-prod

Follow B-Eazy on Twitter: @btheeazy

“No Manner$” by Tommy Tony, on his CA$H ONLY project, is a hard hitting base jumping lyrical exercise with a fast past Tempo gangsta lyrics and club hopping anthem for all the ballers out there.

This isn’t Tommy Tony’s first time around the block. The seasoned emcee has long been a student of the game, admiring the top lyricists of the golden era, such as Tupac, Jay-Z, and 50 Cent. He prides himself on his penmanship and keeps a reverence for the past with an eye on the future. Mixtape after mixtape, Tommy showed his innate drive while rapping throughout the city of Boston, which led to a loyal fan base within the city and opportunities to open for artists such as Lil Wayne, G-Unit, Memphis Bleek, and many more. He is also a former member of the City Slickers Crew, a group that saw great success with their last project, “A.D.I.D.A.S.” Now as hungry as ever, the starved wolf persona has grown within him as he returns with the prize locked in his eyes!

Stream Tommy Tony – “No Manner$”:

• YouTube: youtu.be/Y-BDg6K77nM
• SoundCloud: soundcloud.com/ommyony/t-hustle-no-manners
• Apple Music: itunes.apple.com/album/id/1501329518
• Spotify: open.spotify.com/track/4a43ShVMcy6uGF0cmQT2Hb

Follow Tommy Tony on Twitter: @TommyButter

Nick Almighty ‘murders whack rappers and leaves a trail of bones’ on his latest hard hitting single “Iron Throne.” Gallantly displaying his talents while simultaneously G-checking competitors, Nick Almighty’s grandiose claims prove he is worthy of the throne. With layered punchlines and metaphors Nick Almighty’s lyrical prowess fits perfectly over top a heavy instrumental with deep bass, booming kicks and snares, and a gritty chopped piano loop. Nick draws a stark contrast to the real street life he’s from and what is portrayed on the screens in music today by rappers. Detailing his disappointment with the fads in Hip-Hop Nick states his rightful claim to the throne, annihilating fakes and hacks while returning Rap back to it’s original roots.

Nick Almighty is an artist out of Memphis, TN with almost 100k streams over all platforms. His latest single, “Sauce God,” has been released with a phenomenal video. Nick Almighty takes pride in the quality of music he presents. “Sauce God” has gotten a lot of attention and he’s performed it in front of hundreds. The song is a hit and can be heard on radio stations in multiple cities.

Stream Nick Almighty – “Iron Throne”: www.soundcloud.com/nickalmighty901/iron-throne

Follow Nick Almighty:

• Twitter: @nickalmighty901
• Instagram: @nickalmighty901
• Facebook: @nickalmighty901
• YouTube: www.youtube.com/NorthMemphisMonster1
• Official Website: nickalmighty901.com

Catchy pop/rap Afro fusion, exciting track coming from Ireland, talking about dreams aspirations and our story. Memorable hook and each verse is delivered exceptionally.

Mula Monêt from Dublin Ireland, an aspiring artist born in 99. Sports nice vocals and great rap capabilities. Very versatile artist that has songs in many genres.

Stream on YouTube: youtu.be/9mL19R26JCs

Follow on Instagram: @mula_do_it

Akinyele “AK” Hatchell (engineer, producer, rapper) from Brooklyn, New York, and Ike Jackson are at it again with new soundtrack music. AK fresh off of helming 3 music soundtracks with Ike Jackson has his own single out from his own independent movie soundtrack Sour Dough. “The Wholeseller’s Daughter” featuring upcoming rapper NessaBlack (AK is one of the main producers on her upcoming major label album), NessaBlack stands out on AK’s single by shooting him. I guess with a gun pointed at you all you can do is make a hit.

AK is from Brooklyn, NY.

Stream Ike Jackson feat. AK and NessaBlack – “The Wholeseller’s Daughter”:

• YouTube: youtu.be/eFVFLWAWV6s
• Amazon: music.amazon.com/albums/B0848SX3B8

Follow AK:

• YouTube: youtube.com/user/Akpifstar
• Twitter: @AKsourgod
• Instagram: @AKsourgod

“Lit Flurp” is a viral Tik Tok, Netflix, hip hop club banger by Glockstarbanz, a versatile hip hop artist from Royersford PA, who makes hip hop , pop, and punk music.

Stream Glockstarbanz “Lit Flurp”:

• All major streaming platforms: distrokid.com/hyperfollow/glockstarbanz1/lit-flurp
• SoundCloud: soundcloud.com/scam-6/lit-flurp

Follow Glockstarbanz on Instagram: @Glockstarbanz