Artist Spotlight
Gunplay and Ricco Barrino teamed up with North Carolina super producer J. Manifest
Gunplay and Ricco Barrino teamed up with North Carolina super-producer J. Manifest on the latest offering “Bucket List”. The 13-track album harkens back to the origins of hip-hop and mixes with the uniqueness of Gunplay and Ricco Barrino. The album welcomes you with “Bucket List”, a perfect sample platter for what is to come on the album, and was produced by J. Manifest. 
J. Manifest is a musical genius in the making. From a young age, he has been creating music and found some outstanding talent to work with such as Rick Ross on the Album “Mastermind”, Anthony Hamilton on the album “Love is the New Black” and also team up with Gunplay on his new album “ALL Bullshit Aside”, which he manages to produce “Bucket List” Featuring “Ricco Barrino”. He has already made a huge difference in Gunplay’s Album and we are excited for them to keep collaborating as a team for future projects. Speaking of the Internet, he went viral on the Album “Mastermind” by Rick Ross. “Drug Dealers Dream” is one of the fan-favorite tracks on the project “Mastermind” which was produced by J. Manifest himself. The song has over 12 Million Streams combined. Don’t let the viral sensation fool you, as a producer/ engineer he takes his craft seriously, and his true talent shows on projects like “Bucket List” & Anthony Hamilton’s album “Pillows and Safe.”
It’s no secret that a super-producer can make or break a project and J. Manifest has a long list of credentials with highly notarized musicians. In the past, J. Manifest has worked with Wiz Khalifa, Beanie Sigel, Project Pat, Money Bagg Yo, and Yung L.A. His previous work with acts Elhae (“Stars”), Curren$y, T-Pain, Young Dolph, Colonel Loud, and MMG artist Scrilla’s “Gods Will” EP are also some of his best. To conclude, J.Manifest is more than a super producer. He is a teacher, a mentor, and a coach, and leaves everyone he meets with the desire to manifest their dreams.
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Artist Spotlight
Owen Rivera turns summer romance into an irresistible experience with “LaiLuv”
Owen Rivera’s new single “LaiLuv” is one of those rare releases that makes you feel as if you are in a free-spirited evening, golden sunsets, open roads, and memories for a lifetime. This track has a tropical feel which delivers a refreshing anthem, designed for the soundtrack of summer.
“LaiLuv” is a simple but touching song with an inviting melody and polished production. It is fresh, lively, and textured with just enough heat to make each listen like returning home to a favorite space. Rivera’s vocals are sincere, and it sits easily in the arrangement and gives the narrative a real and accessible feel. The young love, warm nights, and long drives are brought to life with real emotion, painting vivid pictures that many will recognize in their own lives.
“LaiLuv” alone displays Rivera’s talent for combining accessible pop songwriting with rock textures that make for a song that feels timeless. Owen Rivera’s “LaiLuv” is a feel-good release that celebrates the beauty of fleeting moments and reminds us why some memories of summer never fade away, all wrapped up in a breezy vibe, catchy melody, and heartfelt storytelling.
Artist Spotlight
Benji Miller captures the weight of loving someone through depression on “Hey Darcey”
R&B artist Benji Miller has crafted a deeply empathetic, poignant track with “Hey Darcey,” a song about the emotional toll of watching the slow fade of someone you love. The track is the second single from his forthcoming debut EP, “Love Or Pain,” and offers a reflective look at an artist who isn’t afraid of having tough conversations with honesty and heart.
Built with warm, understated R&B production that lends the track an intimate sound where every melodic choice feels intentional. The production is free of dramatic arrangements, giving space to the emotion and putting the vocals into the spotlight. Benji Miller’s honest, understated performance has a quiet openness that gets to the uncertainty, helplessness, and hope that are at the heart of the story.
“Hey Darcey” is about those who support loved ones with depression and the confusion, concern, and emotional exhaustion that is often left unspoken. The reflective tone is an encouraging reminder that compassion, patience, and presence still matter, even when solutions seem impossible to find. “Hey Darcey” is a story for the ones who may be going through the same struggles, and reminds us that music can still be one of the most powerful ways to connect.
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