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Ro0k : Hot Rapper On The Radar

Aaron Wright aka Ro0K, 26, Baltimore

What do you do for a living ?
I work at amazon and also started online classes this year with full sail university for a music production degree.

Who are some of your biggest influencers in your industry?
Lupe Fiasco, J. Cole, Lil Wayne, Mos Def, and Nipsey Hussle.

What are some of your biggest accomplishment thus far ?

Starting the independent music and arts label, O-Bay Ent. I knew I was good enough to get signed since 10th grade and i got so frustrated waiting that i said i’ll sign myself. By the time i started the label in 2017, i realized the platform i could create by doing so. I wanted it to be an effort totally for my city so it’s named after the inner harbor or the “old bay”. I’ve always believed baltimore could be a music hub like NY or ATL and this is my contribution to the movement.

What legacy do you want to leave behind ?

When it’s all said and done, i want to turn rap into a legitimate sport so that we can stop saying “hip-hop is dead” and change it to “hip-hop was dead”. when i’m 40 i wanna start and host the first Rap Olympics in Baltimore at M&T Bank Stadium. it would feature all 5 elements of hip-hop so there could be lots of events.

I also want to bring a basketball team bac to Baltimore and maybe even start a sports agency thru my label. For a name i was thinking the Baltimore Sharks.

Where do you see yourself in the next five years?

I see myself on the cover of forbes magazine doing an interview on how i became the worlds first blac trillionaire. or i at least see myself executive producing the soundtrac for 2k or madden, and i plan to make every song one by an O-Bay artist or affiliate.

I also see myself contributing a lot to baltimore by adding many more opportunities thru the city for the youth to avoid street life like after school music and arts programs, arcades, and community centers. i also want to start haven housing for people in disenfranchised situations, this could be homeless or like an abusive relationship, the point is finding a way to rescue those who actually want to be put on a path to a brighter future.

website: obe410.com
ig: @rookycoyote, @pirateradio94, @obe410

twitter: @rookycoyote & @obe410

youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn-dIxhVtSa-AF9mEWFESLA

soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/obe410

spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6WaEhaGT6zKNVjq6mPts7D?si=7pntbc8WRRy2CpfrV3Dfrg

apple: https://music.apple.com/us/album/felina-single/1485151796

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Edie Yvonne shared a vibrant sound “Sometimes”

Edie Yvonne released a vibrant force, infusing her youthful spirit into the familiar strains of No Doubt’s “Sometimes.” As the Coachella buzz electrified the air and whispers of No Doubt’s reunion tantalized fans, she stepped onto the scene with a bold reinterpretation.

With a nod to her roots in the City of Angels, this 15-year-old singer-songwriter imbues “Sometimes” with a fresh energy that resonates beyond generations. What begins as a tribute to her mother’s era morphs into something entirely her own, a fusion of funk-infused rhythms, pulsating drums, and intricate guitar licks that propel the listener into a whirlwind of sound.

Above all, her voice soars, effortlessly capturing the essence of youthful exuberance and raw emotion. Her seamless transition from her original compositions to this inspired cover demonstrates her talent and versatility as an artist.

Edie Yvonne is a beacon of sincerity and innovation in a world where authenticity sometimes feels elusive. Her rendition of “Sometimes” covers a bold statement, a declaration of her artistic prowess, and a promise of what’s to come.

For fans old and new, “Sometimes” is a rediscovery of a beloved classic through the lens of a rising star. With its infectious groove and undeniable charm, this track will find a home in playlists everywhere.

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Prolific Award-Winning Artist Sarantos Releases Emotional EDM Single

Innovative singer-songwriter Sarantos has released his latest single called ‘I Wish’ to benefit Make A
Wish Foundation.

Released on August 2nd, 2022, the new EDM/Pop single by Sarantos combines genres to offer a unique musical experience. Titled ‘I Wish’, the song explores the human need to have more things in life, as the artist also shares his personal struggle with the obsession of always wanting more. Always writing his own lyrics, Sarantos aims to humanize all the emotions and feelings that society thinks are bad, due to which people keep those feelings hidden deep inside. By using his music as a conduit for this emotional discourse, Sarantos sets himself apart in the EDM and Pop music scene.

The Official music video for ‘I Wish’ will be released on August 9th, 2022. The music video features stunning visuals of vast landscapes where a lost man can be seen walking in search of something. According to Sarantos, “This visual signifies the meaning of the song. The man walking symbolizes myself and all the other people, who are always in search of more happiness in a world that seems to be riddled with neverending problems. The man travels to every corner of the globe; from Chicago to Alcatraz, Normandy, Iceland, Switzerland, and India to Australia looking for answers. The dreaminess of the footage mirrors the fluctuation between hope and despair as the suspenseful story plays out. The man’s life is far from perfect, but he isn’t ready for it to end…”

The single continues a string of releases by Sarantos that benefit charity. ‘I Wish’ will benefit Make A Wish Foundation. Sarantos says, “A wish experience can be a game-changer for a child with a critical illness. I think this belief guides that organization in everything they do. It inspires them to grant life-changing wishes for children going through so much and compels them to be creative in exceeding the kid’s expectations.”

ABOUT SARANTOS: Sarantos is a DIY international award-winning solo music artist, #1 iTunes UK Charting singer-songwriter, #1 iTunes South Africa Charting Folk & Country artist, proud nerd, multi instrumentalist, book author, comic book nut, radio show host, poet and part time spy. Since 2014, Sarantos has won over 51 awards with Akademia LA Music, Beat 100 while also being nominated for the International Music & Entertainments Awards, Hollywood Music In Media, and the Hollywood Songwriting Awards. He has had numerous media placements for his songs, instrumentals & cues.

Sarantos’ music is a cross between Justin Bieber, Queen, Journey & Ed Sheeran. He’s an alien who landed here to infect the human race and spread the disease of music. 2022 is Year #9 of his journey as he continues to release a new song, lyric video, music video, book chapter and poem every month bringing his music to life! In 8 years, he has released 16 albums with 202 original tracks as well as 8 fiction/fantasy books that parallel the songs! He has had numerous media placements for his songs, instrumentals & cues.

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more information, songs, lyric sheets, videos, books & poems, please visit Sarantos’ website.