Gee Pop Drops "Pop Shit, Vol. 1" Produced By Drew Banga | @2HeavyPOP @DrewwwBanga

Berkeley, CA Rapper Gee Pop has the Bay Area talking with his new project “Pop Shit, Vol 1.” now available on Apple Music, Tidal, Spotify, and more.

Exclusively produced by Drew Banga, Gee Pop takes listeners on a ride through streets painting vivid pictures of the chapters in his life. Deeper than rap, with one listen you can hear the realness in Gee Pop’s lyrics and the pain behind his voice. Stand out song, “1 of 1” tells the story of a young artist taking his losses and turning them into victories through countless nights of hustle and grind. Drew Banga kicks things off with a memorable sample on “Summer Walker” and keeps the pressure on the entire project, which each beat dropping at a neck-breaking pace. With the official video for “Summer Walker” creeping up on 25K plays, Gee Pop and Drew Banga definitely aren't letting a pandemic slow them from doing numbers in the streets or digitally. Keeping things player on “World Is Yours,” Gee Pop’s laid-back vocals are a perfect soundtrack to smoke and ride to no matter where you live. Coming in at 10 songs and just under 25 minutes of playtime “Pop Shit, Vol. 1” is plenty of music to get introduced to Gee Pop and while still leaving listeners fiending for another volume.

Press play on “Pop Shit, Vol. 1” by Gee Pop now available on all digital streaming platforms and also watch the official music video for “Summer Walker” via YouTube!

Drake Named Best Male Pop Artist 2018

A pop star, a rap star, just what category does we suppose to fit Drake in? Drake is king of Billboard’s 2018 year-end charts, as the superstar leads the year-end Top Artists ranking.

The 32-year-old rapper-singer is the first rap act to be the overall top artist of the year since 2005 and just the third rap artist to lead the category.

Billboard’s year-end music recaps are based on chart performance on Billboard’s charts dated Dec. 2, 2017, to Nov. 17, 2018. The year-end Top Artists category ranks the best-performing acts of the year based on activity on the Billboard 200 albums tally and the Billboard Hot 100 songs list, as well as streaming, social media and Billboard Boxscore data.

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On the 2018 year-end Hot 100 Songs roundup, Drake rules with “God’s Plan,” which spent 11 weeks leading the weekly Hot 100 tally. It was the first of three Hot 100 chart-toppers, thus far, from his Scorpion album. Drake followed “God’s Plan” with the No. 1s “Nice for What” and “In My Feelings,” spending a combined 29 weeks at No. 1 -- breaking the record for the most weeks atop the list by an artist in a year.

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Sheldvn got his start in music when he formed an Alt-Rock band at 14 years old as the drummer and vocalist. They racked up nearly half a million Spotify streams before the band disbanded. Still focused and driven by music, Sheldvn moved from Northern California to Los Angeles in 2018 to start a solo career. 

He quickly picked up production, engineering, different styles of singing, and multiple instruments. While still in the midst of finding his sound he released his first EP entitled "Dead!" with the help of established producer Cody Benjamin at the end of 2018. This garnered him a small but steadily growing fan base and over the next year he would find his own niche in what some would describe as Lo-fi R&B with some Trap elements. Before the end of 2019, he would drop his biggest release yet with the self-produced song "Close" featuring K-Pop artist LATE LEE and would go on to be a featured singer and writer himself on the hit song "Recognize" off LATE LEE's 12AM EP. The song made it on Spotify's second-largest K-Pop playlist.

What Songs Will Last A Lifetime To You?

Whether you listen to rap, dance, hip-hop, techno, country, jazz, rock-n-roll, or pop music, the Wrap-Up Magazine would like to know, what song last a lifetime to you?

Nielsen Music, the industry-standard information and sales tracking sector, released a mid-year report highlighting 2020's current most popular genre. Stats reveal hip-hop as America's favorite and most influential genre, so far.

If you’re a songwriter, I would think that longevity is something you strive for when writing a tune. You want your music to live on, especially if your career doesn’t. We love the nineties. The nineties gave us grunge and gangster rap as well as (unfortunately) a cringeworthy combination of the two.

Additionally, the 1990s gave us Nirvana, Beyonce, Oasis, Pearl Jam, Beck, The Fugees, Snoop Dogg, Green Day, and Smashing Pumpkins. The following decade is when pop truly took over, followed closely behind by rap. It’s when rock started to fade a bit despite stellar offerings from Kings of Leon and Green Day.

Cardi B Wins Best Female Hip-Hop Artist

Sorry for all the Nicki Minaj fans as Cardi B has been pronounced the best female rapper of 2018.

Minaj officially announced her fourth album, Queen, on the red carpet at the 2018 Met Gala; the album was scheduled to be released on June 15, 2018. Its lead single, "Chun-Li", was released on April 12, 2018, and peaked at number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Every since Nicki released her Pink Friday album, she has been on top of the world until now. BET has announced that Cardi B will be leading the award for Best Female Hip-Hop Artist in 2018.

Cardi B was added to Celebrity Net Worth on January 12, 2016 with a net worth of $400 thousand. Her net worth was updated to $1.5 million on February 9, 2017 and then again to $4 million on September 25 2017.

Cardi B is an up and coming hip hop artist; and in 2018, Cardi B's net worth is estimated to be $8 million. This figure is 400% higher than 2016, and guaranteed to increase during 2018.

Cardi B hit the big screen with Bodak Yellow and took off from their. Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar (born October 11, 1992), known professionally as Cardi B, is an .... On January 18, 2018, Cardi B became the first woman to have five top 10 singles simultaneously on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop chart.

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Independent Record Labels You Should Know

From independent icons like XL Recordings and Sub Pop to newer teams like 88 Rising and Mind of a Genius, here are some of the essential labels you should know. As always, we encourage you to do your own digging and share your own favorites with us, but as long as you discovered just one new label, artist, or piece of music that you love from this list, then we did our job.

From legendary indies to internet-based upstarts, these labels are all doing something special.

#MusicVideo by New Money - "Big Bubble Yum" @Funklordmusic

 

Robert Courtney AKA New Money was born and raised in Chicago, IL. He started doing music at about the age of 11. He was inspired when he heard Jay Z. That is when he fell in love with rap. His cousin and himself had rap battles against each other, doing songs by known artist and he always won. He had to work harder. While in High School he ended up having the privilege of meeting others like himself so they began to rap together and even did talent shows through high school. When he got a little older, decided to become a solo artist and started to focus more on writing his on material so it would be original songs.

Studio time came in and working with different producers. He loves old school rappers more. That’s because the old school rappers had real messages in their songs and they knew how to tell a story. Rappers like Future, Drake, and Kendrick Lamar he paid close attention to. NWA which is one of his favorite rap groups of all time because they were the hardcore rappers that stood up hard for what they believed in as black men in America. And of course Tupac was one of New Moneys favorite solo rapper of all time. He wanted his music to be influential like theirs. A song was hears that helped him to create "Big Bubble Yum".

Key Moments In Hip-Hop History

 

Hip hop is more than music; it’s a cultural movement that incorporates different elements of art. Before there was Lil Yachty, Young M.I.A., or YNW Melly, there was a world of hip hop artist who's name rain supreme even still today.

Back when music was real, artist had the opportunity to shine in their own distinctive way. Rap is one of the most distinctive features of hip-hop. Rappers use rhythm, lyrics, and vocal tone to express themselves. The best rappers are distinguished by their “flow” – the way the words run together without the performer getting tongue-tied.

Alessandro Montelli (@alessmontmusica) – "Vaffanculo"

Italian-Canadian Alt Pop artist Alessandro began his career performing at local open mics and festivals in Bari, in the south of Italy. While studying languages he decided to put this path on hold to pursue music full time. Touring the Italian peninsula has led his reputation to grow culminating with the release of his first official single in 2016, “Strane Parti di Me” that he showcased in local radios and tv shows. Alessandro is a multi instrumentalist and easily connects with his fans making them feel part of his world, performing with guitar and piano on stage. In the past few years his main influences have been acoustic folk pop gurus John Mayer, Vance Joy, Ed Sheeran, as well as going back to the raspy and rock vibes of Linkin Park, Sum41, My Chemical Romance. He moved to Toronto in 2016 to pursue a bigger dream, play in a bigger city, and experience busking in the streets of “The Six”. Since then Alessandro performs for Youth Day Festival, in the astonishing Yonge & Dundas square, gets interviewed by Chin Radio multiple times (the main Italian radio in North America), and he makes a name for himself in the industry and in the italian community as well, working with talented producers Atom & Bluxz. In January 2021 he released his new single, “Life” that reaches more than 60K streams all over social media and on streaming platforms and gets played on the radio. His newest song just came out on August 20th and it’s titled “Vaffanculo”, Italian swear words for f*** u. The song is the artist’s new anthem against toxic relationships and negativities.

AFTER 20 YEARS, trust always existed between Henry Vargas & Mykl Astorga

AFTER 20 YEARS, trust always existed between Henry Vargas & Mykl Astorga. 

Don Juan Entertainment, Inc’s President, Henry Vargas and Astorga Records’ Mykl Astorga & Jose  Rodriguez, announced today, the joint signing of releasing the Return of Pure Pleazure, the Reintroduction of Erik Christian and many more. 

Henry & Mykl go way back. On or around 1997-2000, Henry was and still is the owner of D.M.D.  Entertainment, Inc., which was the music distributor and financier of Artistik Records. The Pure Pleazure album  titled “Past & Present” was marketed and distributed by D.M.D. Entertainment, Inc at the time. Fast forward to the  present, these two distinctive gentlemen are doing it again. 

22 Artists You Need To Know In 2022

With a new year, we bring you new music from 22 of the hottest artists from all around the world. These talented artists are making a name for themselves with new hit singles, mixtapes, EP’s, and albums. Presented below by Trillest Ent. with support from DJ Paul of Three 6 Mafia, in alphabetical order, is a list of upcoming artists that are quickly rising to the top. 

Submit Your Music To Industry Leaders

The Wrap-Up Magazine like to let artist know about opportunities in the music industry as they come up. The Wrap-Up Magazine is a website that list current opportunities and projects for musicians to learn about, and if interested, submit their music to for consideration. 

noto - Rather Be

Fast-Rising Pop songwriter noto drops another hit single with ‘Rather Be’

BROOKLYN, NY – Noah Thomas – better known by his stage name noto – is a Pop singer, songwriter and guitarist from the East Coast whose unique style is rooted in his deep love for the narrative lyrical tradition present in traditional Country music but coupled with the sonic qualities of R&B and contemporary Pop. Often drawing comparisons to the likes of John Mayer and Daniel Caesar, noto also cites a diverse array of influences including Jeff Buckley, Tyler Childers, and Phoebe Bridgers.

Are You Ready For SXSW?

SXSW is every independent artists chance to meet their fans right where they stand:  in front of adoring crowds screaming their names alongside others!!!

Not only is it the best opportunity to perform in front of large crowds there are so many tastemakers in the city that you can connect with...

Take a look for yourself below.

Brian McKnight Jr. - Sprung

Brian McKnight Jr. bring Prince Charming back to music with new R&B-centered Pop song ‘Sprung’ 

LOS ANGELES, CA – Brian McKnigt Jr. is a well-known name in the music industry. Best recognized as legendary R&B and Soul artist Brian McKnight’s son, Brian Jr. has left his own indelible mark in music with hit singles and roles in films over the past decade-and-a-half. He’s had a lot of ups-and-downs in his life, but through it all he has maintained an inner drive to spread love and joy to the world through his artistic expression. 

[Single] @StoopTheRapper 'Paradise' ft. L Terrel

 

Stoop is also no stranger to obstacles and challenges, and many have been put in front of the artist during his career. Still, he always finds a way to overcome and strive forward, he is a credit to his unmatchable grit, resilience and determination. Keeping busy, Stoop is also in the midst of producing his own show about his life, ‘Stoop’, that will feature some old fan favorite tracks as well as a multitude of new features. 

Yevae - Free Me

International sensation Yevae tackles tough topics with catchy Electro-Pop grooves 

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Electronic-tinged Jazz and Blues riffs with deeply meaningful lyrics and an attractive international sound have been making their way to the world from Yevae for years. The Ukrainian-American singer blends an eclectic mix of mesmerizing vocals, pulsing electronic rhythms and memorable melodies with a message of uplifting positivity. And her latest music is created with a purpose of empowering and helping everyone to realize their strengths, to gain confidence, and to find a sense of independence through music.

What If Michael Jackson Was Alive, What Would You Want To Ask Him

What would you do or say if Michael Jackson was still alive today? If Michael Jackson was alive today, would he still be making music, and still be the king of pop?

At the time of his death, Jackson was still a huge draw, particularly in Europe. He was still an active performer, and his last album, Invincible, had been put out in 2001, eight years before he died. It was a huge seller around the world at the time.

And his health was not good-had he not died, he in all likelihood might have been too ill to continue to be an active touring, working musician. Touring and public appearances are a lot of work, and Jackson just wasn’t well. And as we now know, his This is It tour was controversial because the sponsors of that tour basically put pressure on Jackson to commit to a heavy schedule while knowing he wasn’t in very good health.

May Day - Stars And Stripes Mixtape

Indianapolis rap artist May Day joins our team with his new mix-tape titled "Stars And Stripes."

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Sean Essary - Better at Being Lonely

Warm Synth Pop vibes meet heartbreaking lyrics on new single ‘Better at Being Lonely’ from new artist Sean Essary 

BENTONVILLE, AR – A lot of great artists over the years have gotten their start from humble beginnings. Many of them, in fact, found their first big hits while collaborating with others at songwriting workshops or in songwriting sessions with other artists in the studio. Arkansas artist Sean Essary is on his way to joining those legends with his new hit single “Better at Being Lonely.” 

It’s a song he wrote during a songwriting class he took earlier this year with the famous Ryan Tedder, front man for the band One Republic and one of the most sought-after producers in the music industry today. It’s a song that captures infectious melodies and grooves that compel listeners to move their bodies, but which is set against deeper lyrics that will make listeners think more deeply about their own lives.