Artist Spotlight

Meet J. Manifest, a Multi-Talented Mogul, Businessman and Producer From Rocky Mount, NC

Jerard Wiggins, popularly known as J. Manifest, is a multi-talented mogul, businessman, and music producer who has left a strong impression on everyone who knows him. He is a music producer and audio engineer based in Raleigh, NC. Jerard Wiggins is working exceptionally hard to improve his craft and he wants to take his brand, “J. Manifest” to a new level in the music industry.

He started understanding music when he was first introduced to engineering, live sound, and the rap scene at the age of 13. And now the super-producer has mastered the art of engineering music, orchestrating live sounds, and has collaborated with some of the best voices for his creations with sound. J. Manifest’s greatest composition credits came in 2014 for his work on the Album “Mastermind” by Rick Ross, which peaked at number 1 on the Billboard Charts and was Grammy-nominated for Best Rap Album. “Drug Dealers Dream” is one of the fan favorites track on the project “Mastermind” and media outlets such as HipHopDX and All Hip Hop both mentioned his credentials for his work when they featured the album.

It’s no secret that a great 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.

Most recently, J. Manifest reconnected with Grammy Award Winning singer, Anthony Hamilton, to collaborate with him on his tenth studio album, “Love is the New Black”. You will hear his sounds behind the tracks, “Pillows” and “Safe”, on the album, which peaked the Billboard Top 30 in just 3 weeks of its release. To conclude, J.Manifest is more than a super producer.

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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.

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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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