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KK: Tell us a lil ‘bout yourself & where you grew up at?

Pedalay: Well for those of you who don’t know me…im your local microphone murderer, Pedalay the Boss, and I grew up in the very mean streets of South East San Diego!

KK: How would you describe your sound of music & what makes you different then anyone else in this game?
Pedalay: I refer to my style as “That Next Level Ish”! I don’t sound like anything that’s coming from my area, nor does anyone sound like me!  I feel the difference comes from the value that you place upon yourself.

KK: How did you come up wit the name Pedalay the Boss? And what influenced you to get in this game?

Pedalay: My original name is actually “Playboy”! (even today) alot of my friends refer to me as “Play”, so….once in a verse I stated, “It’s “Pedalay” the young boss/) using “Pedalay” for “Play” just as Snoop uses “Fashizzile” for “Fasho”! It just stuck from there!  as far as infulences…I mean….to me I don’t feel right doing anything else but this…I’m Trapped and Loving it!

KK: What are you working on currently right now? Were can your supporters cop your musik?

Pedalay: I just recently released a new mixtape entitled “Art: The Inspiration” (which you can DL free in the MULTIMEDIA section of www.smokebreakrecords.com )! That’s actually part 1 of a 2 part saga that Im working on…part 2 will be debut in album form and will be entitled “Art: The Masterpiece”.  Im looking to drop this project in mid July.  www.smokebreakrecords.com is where you can go to take part in ALL of the Smoke Break madness

KK: Favorite track (with the most buzz)? Whats going on with that right know?
Pedalay: My favorite track right now is my latest single “Mars”! Which is actually off of the “Art: The Inspiration” mixtape! here’s the link to download it ( http://www.zshare.net/audio/76473748f3e1fc16/ )

the song is dope….just tryin to really rack up as many DLs on this track as possible!

KK: Who are some of your favorite peepz you have worked with in this industry? Anyone you would like to work wit in the future?
Pedalay: Aside from The Smoke Break Gang, yo…I love getting in the zone w Black Mikey….that dude be havin me rolliin! Im down w the whole 2012 Dynasty actually (Jimmy Powers and Anti Citizens)…those guys are alright with me! my dude Dank City Macnificent…always a pleasure to work with that guy…that’s a hard working dude right there…as far as working with cats…shit….Im open to do business w anyone, if you about your paper and your real….we can vibe…but if yous a “SUCKA EMCEE” don’t even breathe in my direction, real chop!

KK: This is a tough industry, what keeps you motivated to stay wit it?
Pedalay: The Love for the game is what keeps me in it…..the cats that get discouraged and quit or get side tracked because one move doesnt go their way….those are the guys who have no love for this.  the prize will never just fall in your lap…NEVER! And yes you are correct this industry is very tough!

KK: How do you feel ‘bout the musik industry today & where its goin’?
Pedalay: I love the music industry….with all of my heart….because this is a transitioning industry….it’s hard to pre determine the next stop of this train….all I know is….Im riding this b….. to the last stop. lol!

KK: What advice can you offer to aspiring artists?

Pedalay: Follow YOUR OWN HEART!

KK: We wanna thank you PEDALAY for linkin’ up wit Dreamsblend.com! Any shout outs?

Pedalay: Yo…thank you guys! I wanna give a shout out to my crew….THE INFAMOUS SMOKE BREAK GANG, waddup Bad, K.B……you on your way G, Mack City & Bigg Cujo ! Also to the WHOLE CITY OF SAN DIEGO! www.smokebreakrecords.com
myspace.com/pedalayboss
twitter.com/pedalay_boss

Pedalay from chris stallworth on Vimeo.

so tell us about your u background?,

EM: I’m an exotic model, actress and dancer with a mix of Puerto Rican and Filipino borned and raised in Queens NY. Currently residing in downtown Manhattan,  I’ve been modeling now for 7 years and I’ve done everything from promotional modeling, online magazine & catalogs, calendars music videos, short films and live shows! I’m currently a proud member of CheRyl and The BAD girls, as well as LESGO Entertainment. I’m living life to it’s fullest and loving every minute of it!

EM:  I find that most petite models or the ones that don’t fit the industry standard height requirement inspire me the most such as Adriana Lima and Kate Moss. But I would have to say who influenced me the most in the start of my modeling career was model, Lisa Wills. She set me up on my first photo shoot and showed me how to pose and even found me some modeling jobs. Currently CheRyl Martinez, CEO of Big Apple Dancers, influences me the most today. Not only does she model, act, sing and dance but she owns her own modeling company as well as her own accessory store. CheRyl showed me that your career doesn’t have to just stop at modeling it can go beyond and as far as you want to take it, she is extremely talented, a true entrepreneur and a great friend. 

EM: I started building up my modeling career by doing promotional modeling first, mostly with brand name liquors. I would get gigs at various clubs, lounges, and private events in the tri-state area. Then I started doing promotional modeling at car shows. At the same time I was introduced to being in music videos and participate as an extra in short films. Once I did my official first photo shoot, and saw the results I was hooked. Soon after I joined various modeling sites, to promote myself as a model and my career just took off!!!

EM: Magazines I have shot for are Urban Biker Magazine and FMA Magazine. I was featured in the Queens Tribune Newspaper and the following calendars, Faces of Change 2006, Ms. January and Cover of Exotic Car Calendar 2008, as well as Proline Car Studio Calendar 2009.

EM: I think the one thing that people don’t know about me is how unselfish I am. I’m always more concerned about others well being over mine. If I know that others around me are ok, then I’m content.

EM: In the next 5 years, I see myself advancing even further as model and dancer. I will be stronger and more prominent in this industry and I’m hoping I can share all my experiences and tips with other aspiring models that are trying to get their foot in the door.

EM: You can find me on www.bigappledancers.com for bookings for modeling & print work and if you want to see the HOTTEST show in NYC, book CheRyl and the BAD girls to perform at your next venue or private event. We perform all over the city with LESGO Ent, so not only will you get to see me,  but you will also get to see some of the most hottest models, and the most talented artists in the industry!!!

EM: I would love to give a hearty shout out and thanks to my fans, friends and of course my loving family and husband who support me continuously throughout my career as a model & dancer.  I would also like to thank CheRyl Miss Sex Appeal, Papi Shank, and the rest of the LESGO family for letting me be a part of such an amazing opportunity. I love working with you!!! xoxo

KRUGA goes hard for the clubs with SHAKE IT! This is another club banger produced by the mighty SKILLZBEATZ for GRIDLOC MUSIC and features LA’s own iamCAM. The video was also produced by GridLOC MUSIC. KRUGA ups the levels once again by taking to the streets of MIAMI and the UK to shoot his latest video. This track is taken from his fourthcoming album ‘ASK ABOUT ME’.

KK: Tell us a lil ‘bout yourself & where you grew up at?
ICON: Well my name is The Icon i was born in Trinidad And Tobago and currently reside in hackensack Nj. I took rapping seriously at the age of 16 and now i am 18 still pursuing my dreams to be heard by the world.

KK: How would you describe your sound of music & what makes you different then anyone else in this game?
ICON: Well my music is more soothing, relaxing and, smooth, for the people to bump to young or old. Also what makes me different is that i have a lil accent when i spit a very unique voice compared to other rappers.

KK: “Icon” tell us how you got that name? Who were your influences?

ICON: I name my myself Icon, not to be sound cocky, but i felt with the talent and skills i posses that i could be one of the icons in the music industry. My influences on my music is kanye west because to me i feel like he is the greatest artist ever overall because he does everything. Also Ben Carson, i know that is a random person but after i red his biography of how he never gave up and how he just kept pushing towards his goal, it inspire me to do the same.

KK: What are you working on currently right now? Were can your supporters cop your musik?

ICON:Currently im working on pushing my latest single Dont blame Me. Thanks To Live Entertainment group it will be heard by many local radio stations in new jersey , so my buzz should  sky high very soon for this summer. Supporters could get my music at
http://www.theycallmeicon.com/ and for the latest info/update from me follow me on http://twitter.com/TheyCallMeIcon

KK: Favorite track (with the most buzz)? Whats going on with that right know?
ICON: My fav Track is Dont Blame Me. What going on with it right now is that it is getting mix and mastered and will be having dj’s to do a few drops on it. Also it should be hitting some local radio stations in new jersey very soon.

KK: Who are some of your favorite artists you have worked with? Anyone you would like to work wit in the future?
ICON:Some of my fav artists that i worked with is my bro hamma bamma that boy has talent from englewood new jersey. I would love to work with kanye west in the future that is my dream.

KK: This is a tough industry, what keeps you motivated to stay wit it?
ICON:Basically what keeps me motivated is my mom, she is a single mother working hard everyday to support me and in the future i do not want her to have to work that hard at all. So that what keeps me motivated.

KK: How do you feel ‘bout the musik industry today & where it’s goin’?
ICON: I feel the music industry is lacking smooth feel good music and it needs to bring that back. Also i feel the music industry is heading more for the dance songs rather than the true hip hop with meaning.
KK: What advice can you offer to aspiring young artists like yourself?

ICON: Biggest advice- believe in yourself never let someone influences your decision for your future. If you believe in yourself you could achieve anything.

KK: We wanna thank you “ICON”  for linkin’ up wit Dreamsblend.com! Any shout outs
ICON: I would love to shoutout the group i am in fbe/psc check out our music at  http://fbe-ego.ning.com/
My mom, live ent group, and all my supporters, big shout out to Trinidad

Listen to music below!

http://fbe-ego.ning.com/

http://www.theycallmeicon.com/
http://twitter.com/TheyCallMeIcon

View  Trailer Here:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ly_izxQsHIA&feature=player_embedded

This well directed movie by Paul W.S. Anderson & Screen Gems (Sony) Release Date September 10th

What are your influences as an artist and why? – Major influences are song writers from the Virgin Islands Rock City who are my close friends, Verse Simmonds and Iyaz. Simply because they are island born artist who I have watched climb their way up to the top so I can more relate to them. Other than the said artist above BOB Marley is the Icon!
What do you hope to accomplish in the next 5 years – By the end of this year I believe myself and B.V the other half of the Duo ( B.V & Drastic) will be able to impact several markets as the music im working on is something brand new a fusion with soca/alternative/pop/dancehall and already my new Soca groovy single is getting crazy radio play and rapidly spreading through out the Caribbean islands. It is currently #1 In My Homeland Antigua. Music Video launching this Month of July.

Who’s your favorite artist? Ahhh that one is pretty out for the open lol, but I cant single it out to just one so here goes by Fav 5: Bob Marley…Drake….Kanye….Keri Hilson…Wyclef…Andre 3000 ok so I went to six but theres a top ten

What do you think about the game today? I think the game needs a change and that’s what im trying to bring about. Everyone has their preference ill speak with my music.

What artist have you worked with? Spragga Benz out of Jamaica who Co Starred In The Movie Shattas Song called “Rude Boy Loving” Got a feature on New RnB Sensation Verse Simmonds who recently hit the international stage with his Hot Single ( Buy You A Round), I have a track on his mixtape “Winein It” produced by a Producer out of Canada called Jinx, Im featured on UK Pop Artist Honorebel’s Album with a record produced by Chad of Slip N Slide Records called “ Crush On You” and I recently did collabs with Soca Artist out of Trinidad ‘ Ricardo Drue’ as well as a Carnival Soca Remix “ We Chillin” Feat Tian Winter 2009 Party & Groovy Monarch of Antigua. Theres More but this paragraph is looking too lengthy.

Favorite song: That would be Drake – Over because im sort of going through that situation where my career is on the rise and all of a sudden there are a bunch of strange faces surrounding me that definitely was not here Last Year….#ImJustSaying #KeepingItReal
(most buzz)whats going on with that right know – right now The Hottest thing like I said earlier is my new single “ Sugary Waistline” by Drastic im currently competing in the 2010 Antigua Carnival Soca Monarch Competition So we will see how that goes…..
What made you pursue you career in any genre? – I was a senior in the University of The Virgin Islands, there was a competition being held called the ‘ V.I Idol – Brandon Varlack a.k.a B.V suggested we enter as a group ‘ B.V & Drastic’ we won the entire thing long story short and had a lot of support from the people in the U.S Virgin Islands and I never stopped pushing forward since. We both attained or Bachelors Degree in Marketing But Music Is Just Our Life, just took us winning a competition to realize that.

How would you describe your sound of music? –  Fusion of R&B, Dancehall, Soca and Island Pop

Could you tell us about your label!! – Our label is called Island Swag Entertainment still basically on the rise as it will be dependent on the success of Myself and my label Mates G.Live & B.V. All I can say is the future looks bright and we hope to put on other artist from the islands and even abroad when we are able to do so…but for now the main focus is B.V , Drastic & G.Live.

What advice can you give inspiring Artist out there – don’t prematurely bring your self out …work on your craft get real feedback from critics not your friends….your so called friends will never tell you your music sounds off or wack unless you got some real real friends…..be ready to go through a lot of disappointments because the road to the top is nothing easy….this game is not for the weak hearted..we ignore feelings here !!!

Tell us about your self - B.V & Drastic, from the islands of St. Thomas, V.I. and Antigua respectively, are a duo fused together by musical aptitude, entertaining power and songwriting talent. Though new to the music circuit, they have already established themselves as bona fide talent with their unique style which is a fusion of R&B, Dancehall, and Island Pop. Brandon “B.V.” Varlack and Art “Drastic” Philip started their musical journey when they met while attending the University of the Virgin Islands. Both graduates exploded onto the scene by capturing the title of the first ever V.I. Idol champions of 2007. In 2008 B.V & Drastic signed with Island Swag Entertainment founded by their manager which led up to the release of their first EP on iTunes. The EP “Mix It Up” featured their award winning Single “Lay Your Body Down” and was followed by the group’s first mixtape called “The Introduction” hosted by DJ Benny D Akon’s Official DJ and DJ Avalanche of the Virgin Islands. The Introduction mixtape is a 18 track musical journey of their transition from college graduates to entertainers. The mixtape includes a feature from Spragga Benz, the Young Money Cover “Island Girls” and much more it can be downloaded from many sites such as Datpiff.com, RnbXclusive.com, and DJBennyDFansite.TV. The talented two are currently working on new projects and Drastic has recently released a brand new single called “ Sugary Waistline” and from The Introduction series  “So Seductive”. For exclusive insight on B.V & Drastic and more log on to http://islandswagentertainment.blogspot.com

Once again thanks for linking up with Dreamsblend.com,  is there any shout outs thanx you wanna give before you go? BIG SHOUT OUT TO DREAMSBLEND.COM FIRST OFF…SHOUT OUT TO MY MANAGER MR. TRADEMARCZ…CHOSEN SOUNDS …JUS BUS F.R.E.E ENTERTAINMENT B.V G.LIVE…BRASS.ANGEL…SHOUT OUT TO THE WHOLE OF MY PEEPS HOLDING IT DOWN IN THE VIRGIN ISLANDS AND ANTIGUA..FAT FINGAZ B.V & DRASTIC OFFICIAL DJ SHADYVILLE CARIBBEAN FAMILY YAH LARGE!!!

SHOUT OUT TO CS FOR REACHING OUT TO ME #ULTRA!!! #POW!!

Drastic-SUGARY WAISTLINE-THE prequel music video from chris stallworth on Vimeo.

KK: Tell us a lil ‘bout yourself & where you grew up at?

KITTY: My name is Kitty I’m from Southern California. Southeast San Diego to be more exact and I’m just an artist who loves to make music.

KK: How would you describe your sound of music & what makes you different then anyone else in this game?

KITTY: My style is unique. And the reason I’m different is because, I’m an artist who can’t be put into just one kind of box. As soon as you attempt to stereotype or generalize me, that’s probably when your going to find something that I did or said that’s going to make you take me out of the box you put me in.

KK: How did you come up wit the name Kitty? And what influenced you to get in this game?

KITTY: I really didn’t come up with the name Kitty, it was givin to me by a homeboy BGood I used to rap with back in the day. My love for music and the encouragement from Snoop when he told me this is what I should be doing is what influenced me to get in this game.

KK: What are you working on currently right now? Were can your supporters cop your musik?

KITTY: Right now I’m working on my second mixtape West Coast Offense, and at the same time I’m working on my third album The Ultimate Kat. Both coming soon. You can cop the music just about anywhere you can get music really mostly online my website fedhaentertainment.com, ITunes, Rapsody, Amazon, just to name a few.

KK: Favorite track (with the most buzz)? Whats going on with that right know?

KITTY: The track that has the most buzz right now is a single called work my kitty off of my sophomore album Lyrical Gift. Which is available now. And currently I’m just traveling doing shows to continue this promotion until the release of my upcoming projects.

KK: Who are some of your favorite peepz you have worked with in this industry? Anyone you would like to work wit in the future?

KITTY: A favorite list for me is hard because as an artist I strive to work with those who I admire and been mentors for me in the game. From artist to producers. So to name names I really can’t do however just about everyone I work with is one of my favorites.

KK: This is a tough industry especially bein a female in the biz, what keeps you motivated to stay wit it?

KITTY: I’ve always enjoyed challenges. And that’s my sole motivation, to show and prove that I am one if the best, male or female because I’m an artist. Not really a rapper. Alot of people don’t know a difference between the two.

KK: How do you feel ‘bout the musik industry today?

KITTY: I just feel that the industry needs to go back to the hands of the people, musicians, producers, and djs, instead of in the hands of programmers and corporations. When it does, that’s when I’ll be satisfied with it. Until then I’m not.

KK: What advice can you offer to aspiring female artists?

KITTY: My advice is, if you aspire to be in this business, then know your business. Because as I always like to say “It’s not show friends, It’s show business.”

KK: We wanna thank you Kitty for linkin’ up wit Dreamsblend.com! Any shout outs?

KITTY: Always got to give God his shout out and thanks, Fedha Entertainment, and of course Dreamsblend.com thank you for having me.

this is the link to my video “The Struggle”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_bqDLBJvUg

Kitty (Hip Hop Artist)
www.myspace.com/kittykatmeooow
www.twitter.com/kittykatmeooow
www.youtube.com/kittykatmeooow
www.facebook.com/kittykatmeooow
www.fedhaentertainment.com

KItty from chris stallworth on Vimeo.

Watch how Dj Malcgeez controls the crowd the entire time!-Crazy!

How do you define your music?

A: I call my music “King Muzik”, because a King is the speaker for all his people, I want my music to speak for my people and connect with all there thoughts and emotions. So I like to take every human emotion available and make a song that caters to that emotion because we all feel and go through each. I make love songs, songs that show aggression, conscious songs, and club song creating that human characteristic that allows consumers to connect their own life to the music no matter whether their mad, at the club happy, in a relationship, just hollering at someone, or on a conscious tip they have something they can ride to.

What are your influences as an artist?

B: My main influence in this music game is my brother Yahonne Garris who passed away in 2002 R.I.P. He was an amazing poet who inspired me to jump into this rap game after he passed so he could live on through me.  My mom was a music teacher and still plays music in the church and different events so she inspired me just to love music in general.  My dad who was special forces in Vietnam had such a collection of music due to the time he was away from his family built up that when I was born, I grew up listening to all the classic R&B, blues, Jazz, etc. which really expanded my knowledge of music.  As far as famous artist my influences are Tupac (the greatest of all times), Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, O’Jays, Earth Wind and Fire, Ray Charles, Eminem, Andre 3000, Ludacris, T.I., DMX, Usher, 50 Cent, Nelly, LL Cool J, and myself. LOL

What do you hope to accomplish in the next five years and why?
C:  Over the next 5 years I want to get to a point in this rap game where I can create enough stability with my career that I can venture to other industries and use my business degree to expand ways of creating income and success. I want this because once I have a family of my own, I want them to have good lives and be set up as good as I can set them up within this world.
Who’s your favorite artist?
D: As I stated, I have a lot of influences but other than my brother, my favorite artist is me.  If your in this industry and you don’t feel you’re the best, somethings wrong wit your self esteem.  Whether you are or arnt the best to others, at least you should be the best to you.  To me im the best, I rap what I wanna hear, and I say shit that I like so no question, I’m my favorite artist.

what do you think about the game today?
E: I think the game is good today.  A lot of people say hip hop is dead but I don’t believe that, I think it just expands and becomes more diverse, creates more opportunities and show cases different stories of people from all walks of life.  I can never knock hip hop cus I love it that much that I can see past my biased views to help this genre grow and take over the music game. I do feel like because of the economy the rap game has become pretty packed due to everyone thinking they can rap but I think that creats a bigger lane for the independent artist to get seen with things like the internet etc. which makes the game bigger and better with the opportunity for consumers to not just be monopolized wit industry music!

What artists have you worked with
F: In my bio you can see i have such a long list of artist ive done shows with and done songs with that I don’t want to leave anyone out or just make a big list but im always down to work with new artist and all artist that have love for this music thing like I do, so holla at me http://www.kingtef.com or kingtef@gmail and lets get it in.

favorite song(most buzz)whats going on with that right know
G: the biggest song ive had would have to be “Tilt” which has a video to it, which is on youtube with close to 30k views.  I received a hat sponsor from it, check out http://www.ontilt.com.  Right now I’m working with a couple alcohol sponsors and my label Top Flite Empire to just put Colorado on the map. We headline out her and put 1k in attendance at our events which isn’t to shabby for a local act. Keep in touch with me and help make this buzz pop off.

how was to growing up in (city) in the scene out there

H: The scene out here is untapped.  The market is virgin so it’s a curse and a blessing because cities already in the industry don’t really believe us and don’t think rap can come from here but the untapped market has a lot of money and people willing to support their hometown stars.  Its just getting to a point where multiple rappers out here are really starting to get nationwide exposure so I figure give it a few years and Colorado will be the next big thing.

what made you pursue you career in hip hop or any genre

I: As I stated in my influences, I started rappin due to my brother passing away and me wanting to keep his music alive through me.  He passed away my senior year in highschool and from that point on I tried to start rappin but couldn’t take it seriously because I went off to college.  After winning the hip hop summit out here and seeing that I could actually make money in this rap game, I started taking it more seriously after I graduated.  Then with the untimely death of my hypeman and best friends mom MRs. Cox, I decided to take this rap thing to the next level.  So with My brother and Mrs. Cox watching over me, my parents support, and my top flite team,  I  feel like I can take this music thing to the top.

how would you describe your sound of music

J: My style of music has the swag of T.I., the metaphors of Ludacris, I dance like usher, with ladies appeal like LL Cool J, and the willingness to touch every topic like 2 pac.

could you tell us about your label!!

K:  My label consists of some of the hottest artist and businessmen in the mountain region.  We sell out theaters and have had shows that have been up to 20k in attendance and headlined shows from 1k to 2k in attendance.  Are network is 200k deep over internet sites and email lists. Talk is cheap so check us out at http://www.topfliteempire.com

what advice can you give inspiring Artist out there

L: The main advice I can tell an artist is don’t take no advice LOL.  Believe in yaself, ya music and follow your heart, not everyone else’s advice.  Whose to say your shit is or isn’t hot, with the trends changing all the time you never know.  Be you, because those that matter don’t mind, and those that mind don’t matter.

tell us about your self

M: Well, basically im a home body that likes doing music, hanging with family, friends, and just chilling. I have a business degree, which I use everyday in this rap industry. I stay in Colorado, I like almost anything with chicken, addicted to sugar cookies, and I believe humor is a key to life.
how was it growing up

N: Growin up I started off as a nerd because I was sheltered due to my dad being in the military and my brother being so much older than me and wanting to protect me.  I was then diagnosed with cancer at a young age.  After coming to terms with death possibly, that changed my life, I became hardened along with more knowledgeable about what I want form life at a young age.  Living Colorado but also going back and forth to the east coast helped me become diverse in cultures so I seen both sides of the tracks. My brother made be cool, he taught me how to do everything. I played basketball most of my life until I hurt my ankles and couldn’t play anymore.  Then my brother passed away and it changed my life to how I am now.

aside from music what was your other interest

O: As I stated I use to play basketball but now aside from music I don’t have other interest other than trying to live a peaceful happy life and just living to the fullest.

what are your current projects

P: My current project is my album “Tha King” go get it at Itunes http://itunes.apple.com/album/tha-k-i-n-g/id355250962?v0=9988&ign-mpt=uo%3D1

Cdbaby http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/kingtef

Im working on a couple different mixtapes so keep a look out on kingtef.com

Shout Outs

My parents, The entire Top Flite Empire: Hypnautic, Big Sex, Johny Rocketz, Devious, Jae Slow, Bang. Shout out to Ms Big Deal for putting me on to dreamsblend.com. Shout out to Colorado, shout out to everyone who has love for me cus I have love for you!!  Much Luv King Tef  the last King left!

King Tef from chris stallworth on Vimeo.