Kura: 

     At 14, Kura began producing, rapping, songwriting, and engineering himself from his bedroom in Royal Oak, Michigan. Inspired by the music of the Sex Pistols, Aphex Twin, and Pi’erre Bourne, he quickly gained recognition for his confident vocals, versatile flows, and dizzying melodies. Younger than all of his artist peers, Kura’s lyrics not only portrayed the rockstar life he was about to have, but also the reality and adversity he faced.

     Kura’s music continues to develop, reflecting his ever-evolving lifestyle, mindset, and taste. His 2020 album, AKURA, helped lay the framework for the growing Hyperpop scene at the time. It predominantly featured production from star boy, Outtatown, and Loesoe, who have since contributed to the recent sounds of Trippie Redd, Playboi Carti, and Ken Carson. Working with the enigmatic producer and digital creator, lumbyst, Kura’s released two singles: “REAL SCISSORS” and “ICEKREAM”. As frequent collaborators, the duo has plans for a joint project set to release in late 2023.

     During his time as “Blockboy K”, Kura’s DIY process garnered him millions of SoundCloud plays, thousands of Spotify listeners, and the attention of some of rap’s biggest names. At just 17, Kura was offered the opportunity to work alongside one of his idols: Grammy award-winning rapper/producer, Pi’erre Bourne. He signed a production deal with Pi’erre’s label, SOSSHOUSE, and has spent the last two years recording a collaboration project with the historically influential artist. As a versatile producer, Kura has produced tracks for big-name Detroit artists like Babyface Ray, Veeze, GT, and Wrld Tour Mafia. He has other collaborations with features from Chavo, SSGKobe, Sharc, Jelly, K Swisha, sharkboy, and more.

     Kura’s most recent release, BORN SEDITIONARY, demonstrates the new direction he’s taken sonically with the support of Pi’erre Bourne’s unmatched production. The project’s sound, aesthetic, and energy are inspired by 1980s UK punk scenes, with additional influences drawn from rock, rap, and pop music. With authenticity and vulnerability, Kura shares his transformative journey through each project he releases, and BORN SEDITIONARY is the next chapter in that story.

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Deric:

     Known for his catchy flows, angelic vocals, and passionate lyrics, Deric, an 18-year-old rapper, singer-songwriter from Atlanta, GA is already solidifying his spot in the underground in less than two years of releasing music. Often compared to breakout stars like @Lil Tecca, @SSG Kobe, and @Pasto Flocco, Deric started rapping at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic on “pluggnb”-style beats, which were recently popularized by artists like @Summrs, @KanKan, and @Autumn.  

     Despite only being out for 2 months, his 2021 explosive single and viral sensation, “Go Anthem”, has almost 2 million plays across platforms, with the music video approaching 40,000 views. Deric’s style is partially inspired by the wide variety of artists he grew up listening to, including @Chris Brown, @Michael Jackson, and @Drake. Releasing his first all-platform single, @Last Summer, in August 2020, Deric succeeded in building a devoted fanbase without having released a debut album. With the quality and consistency of his work up to this point, his debut project is highly anticipated and 2022 promises to be the year where we all “envy” Deric.

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Kevin George:

     At 16, KG quit his high school football team and began dedicating his time to producing beats, writing lyrics, and crafting his own sound. Navigating both family and personal hardships at a young age, his music was not only his passion, but an escape; the opportunity to express himself.

     With its shadowy grooves and spacey hooks, Kevin George's debut single, "High Like This", vaulted the young Connecticut-based producer, rapper, and singer to a national audience. Citing inspirations from Kanye West to Tame Impala and The Weeknd, KG melds dark-toned R&B, hip-hop, and left-field pop elements with lyrics illustrating personal sentiments of trust, self-awareness, and affection. Released in January 2018, "High Like This" is the lead single from his debut EP, Loveland.

     Two more EPs, Fortina (including "She Don't Love Me," with Gunna) and Hopeless Romantic, arrived later that year. In 2020, he paired with multi-instrumentalist and remix expert, Daktyl, for the song "Changes". Kevin George's energetic and versatile EP, Everybody's In My Ear, released in September 2021 and is currently available everywhere. 

 

Calabasas:

     Calabasas — the Los Angeles duo of Watrcup and Franskiiz, bury personal experiences inside of bold and boisterous alternative pop, punctuated by hip-hop rhymes, R&B grooves, and cinematic flourishes. Their separate paths converged in 2019 while in Calabasas, California. In March of 2020, the duo caught the attention of seasoned industry mogul Bu Thiam, former SVP of A&R at Def Jam, and co-manager to Kanye West. With Bu's guidance, Calabasas was flown to Wyoming in May of 2020 to write and produce for Kanye West - exhibiting their skills as a production duo.

     In July of 2020, their break out single, “Believe In Me”, found its way to the #1 spot on Spotify’s Fresh Finds editorial playlist just one week after its release. The song also peaked at #32 on the SoundCloud US Top 50 charts as it accumulated over 3 million streams. In October of 2020, Calabasas (formerly The Image) followed up “Believe In Me” with their infectious single, “Beaujolais”, which quickly gained popularity. The track was placed at #6 on Apple Music's Hot Tracks, featured in multiple Spotify editorial playlists, and peaked at #29 on the SoundCloud US Top 50 charts after garnering over 2 million streams in less than a month. Their newest single, “Voices” by Marc E Bassy and Calabasas, has over a million views on YouTube and is available now, everywhere. 

 

Prznt:

     Prznt is a 22-year-old Hip-Hop artist from Cuba, who at the age of 6, moved to Florida to start a new life with his mother and younger sister. After moving, Prznt rapidly absorbed American pop culture and became influenced by artists such as Kid Cudi, Lil Wayne, 50 Cent, and Drake. Growing up in a place where the majority of people didn't have the resources to pursue their dreams, Prznt was fueled by a burning desire to chase his passion for making music. Having dealt with hardships from a young age, Prznt was determined to make a name for himself and provide for his family. 

     He started creating songs in his bedroom, including “Laudy Daudy" and "Alone", which have amassed millions of streams across global audiences. With the release of his recent EP, Stay For The View, Prznt brings the listener into his world, using an uniquely-crafted listening to illuminate his maturing perspective. Despite not having label support or financial backing, Prznt has achieved his childhood dreams: being able to provide for his family as he continues to build a name for himself, making the music he loves, enjoyed by audiences around the world. Check out, Stay For The View, available now on all platforms. 

 

Té Kav:

     Thoughtful in his choice of words, truthful in his narratives, and transparent in his feelings, Té Kav’s music brings a sense of comfort, relatability, and familiarity to even the most unsuspecting listeners.

     TE KAV is a 23-year-old Hip-Hop artist from southern Massachusetts. Born in the East Coast and raised by young parents that had him at just 15 years old, Kav was exposed to the gritty narratives of 90s rap at a young age. As hip-hop heads themselves, his parents instilled their passions for Rap and R&B in Kav since the day he was born, even naming him after Jodeci member, DeVanté Swing.

     A wordsmith at heart, Té Kav’s musical style includes a healthy balance of crafty wordplay and catchy melodies that can be enjoyed by Hip-Hop and R&B’s wide range of enthusiasts. Music is universal, and Kav seeks to connect with as many people as possible through each song. Whether you’re looking for intricate bars, a turn-up anthem, or soothing tunes for a long car ride, Kav’s diverse catalogue has it all and more. Kav’s music is as spontaneous as life itself- full of mixed emotions, thoughts, and dreams; constantly changing and evolving- unplanned, yet strangely tied together. 

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Blockboy K:

     Kura, previously known as Blockboy K, is a 17-year-old rapper out of Detroit, Michigan. Aside from rapping, he’s been producing beats since he was 14 and is responsible for the majority of production across his 7 projects. He has garnered over 2.5 million SoundCloud plays and 2,500 monthly Spotify listeners all while recording and engineering himself in his bedroom. Kura began his music career while working at the well-known Bape and Supreme resell shop in Royal Oak known as Former Vintage. There he met other rappers and Michigan creatives who would help him get into releasing his own music and developing his social media. In July of 2018, Kura took his first trip to LA with the help of prominent skateboarder, Chris Chann, signifying the launch of his music career. In March of 2021, Kura accepted a production deal with SOSSHOUSE, a label started by Grammy award-winning producer/artist, Pi’erre Bourne.  

     Known for his confident vocals, versatile flows, and dizzying melodies, Kura's style draws inspiration from rapper’s like Pi’erre Bourne, Lil Uzi Vert, and Playboi Carti. His lyrics not only portray the rockstar life he’s about to have, but also the one that he currently lives.