Artist Spotlight

Meet Trill Bans: The 19-Year-Old Platinum Producer from San Diego

Trill Bans, born Marko Cervantes, is a platinum Billboard charting music producer from San Diego, CA. He started producing when he was 16 years old in his junior year of high school, creating beats whenever he can, even going as far as ditching school just to get more time on the laptop.

Today the 19-year-old has worked on the production with many of today’s Hip Hop stars such as Lil Durk, Young Thug, Babyface Ray, and Rylo Rodriguez as well as has made waves in the Florida scene working on numerous records with Hotboii. In the year 2022, He has had his biggest record to date “Computer Murderers.” a single which was added to Lil Durk’s 7220 projects and peaked at #1 on the Billboard top 200 as well as the single itself peaking at #61 on the Billboard Hot 100. Trill Bans has been in music studios all across the country, working in Miami with Hotboii, YNW Bslime, and Slatt Zy, as well as has been seen in Los Angeles, making music with producers such as Bighead.

Trill has also worked on the production side on many songs he has with Hotboii such as “They Don’t Know” as well as “Dream” which are 2 out of many released songs that the world has heard of them together. The credits don’t end there, which also produced for Babyface Ray on his debut album FACE, which debuted at #31 on the Billboard top 200, co-producing “Same Pain” with Hoodrich Keem and 48hours.

One of the most impressive aspects of Trill Bans is his huge following on Tik Tok which has over 25,000 followers and over a million likes, creating content in the music production niche such as advice for upcoming music producers as well as behind the scenes of music studio sessions. Trill has shown that he has the potential to create hits and the determination to win through his records so there is more the world has to see from him.

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Album Review

Dian Sheng explores identity, life and love with “Sid” album

Dian Sheng releases his long-awaited first English-language album, “Sid,” a genre-defying collection of songs that includes pop, rock, electronic, and jazz. “Sid” is a deep, meditative exploration of identity, relationships, and self-growth, spanning 29 minutes and 12 seconds across eight tracks. This album is a personal exploration of the complex emotions of mankind and the vitality and jubilation of life.

From the opening track, “Right Now,” Dian Sheng establishes a sense of urgency and reflection. The upbeat song “I Come From Far” examines the connection between the self and one’s environment. It has joyful beats and layers that make you think and feel like part of the narrative.

The jazz ballad “Undecided Love” delves into the complexities of modern romance, featuring tender vocals and instrumentation that showcase Sheng’s delicate touch as a songwriter. “It Will Be Alright” is an empowering anthem about overcoming life’s biggest obstacles, combining electronic beats with a rock influence.

“Seventeen” is bursting with youthful energy, and its production captures the restlessness and emotionality of adolescent life. Two introspective songs with similar atmospheres, “The Way Before” and “This Life,” match chilling melodies with moving lyrics that touch on bygone relationships, self-awareness, and the quest for meaning we all experience.

The album concludes with “Shining As Your Name,” and the final few minutes of this piece alone evoke a strong sense of hope. Dian Sheng demonstrates his ability to join emotional depth with new styles. “Sid” is an invitation into the rich musical universe of Dian Sheng, where you can both consider yourself and feel influenced.

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Faith Koch

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Artist Spotlight

Feel the vibe with Sporty-O’s new EP “The P.L.U.R. Project,” a blend of emotions and sound

“The P.L.U.R. Project” begins like a rush of light across a crowded dance floor as jubilant, purposeful, and very human. This seven-song, 29-minute journey from the EDM pioneer Sporty-O is a cultural reset built around peace, love, unity, and respect.

Sporty-O establishes the emotional timbre for the entire project from the first track of its lead single, “Spirit Higher.” The song is anthemic, its purposes well outlined despite a high-gloss production. It’s a centerpiece that establishes the mood of an intensive exploration of sound and self-awareness.

“The P.L.U.R. Project” is just as much about managing your feelings as it is about moving. Sporty-O creates each record with intention, writing things that make people think on the dance floor. Another high-energy song is “Happy Together,” with Lorme and Chris Willis, pulsing warmth and togetherness. “SOLD!” has a clean, feel-good sound that embodies the community spirit of EDM culture.

Sporty-O embraces a multi-genre EDM palette on the EP, fusing forward-thinking sounds with uptempo beats. Tracks like “Revolution” with Specimen A and “Geek’d Up” with Baby Sweet provide lots of energy and edge. “Piece Of My Mind” is more introspective, while “Cheveyo” features a diverse array of collaborators and culminates in a rich, layered sound, all while maintaining a global welcoming spirit.

What makes this project unique is that it serves both and reminds people of the origins of dance culture. Sporty-O aims to help people rediscover the heartbeat of the community. “The P.L.U.R. Project” is an EDM experience that reaches beyond the speakers, colorful and thoughtful about meaning in music-based culture.