Day: May 27, 2020

iV Pokko is a newcomer to the music industry and is just getting started.

The artist spoke with REMIXD Mag and discussed his journey into music and why he wanted to pursue a career in the industry.

“Being of Dominican decent and first generation born in America, I seen my family struggle and overcome a lot of obstacles,” he said.

“Seeing where I came from and seeing where I am today humbles and inspires me to go further. I’m hungry and pour my soul into every bar I write because of my upbringing.”

Pokko hopes to establish a name for himself as he continues to grow within music.

“My vision for the future is eventually building a brand name that I can spread into merchandise and entertainment and create a label or platform to shed light on artists with true talent,” he said.

Pokko got his love for music from watching his older brother write rhymes and showing him the artists he would listen to. Some of the musicians that Pokko lists as influential include “Jadakiss, Lloyd banks, Loaded Lux, Black Thought, Nas, and Lupe Fiasco.”

He told REMIXD Mag that he started writing when he was about 13 years old, but always kept it to himself until he became confident in his skills.

“Growing up in a Spanish speaking household, I never heard a lot of rap, but after hearing Jadakiss rapping i was amazed by the way he put words together, after that I became a student of the game,” Pokko told REMIXD Mag.

Pokko puts his heart and soul into every lyric he writes and sees no other route for him to take in life.

Currently, the artist’s main focus is building a catalog of music that will be respected. He will be releasing his debut 7-song EP on July 2nd, called Out The Blue — We’ll make sure to be on the lookout for that.

Recently, he released a new single called “What Can I Say,” which is available to stream on all platforms.

He wants his audience to know that although he’s new to the music scene, he hopes that his fans tune into every bar and all of their meanings because he has “a lot on [his] mind that [he] wants to share.”

You can keep up with his journey on Instagram @ivpokko and be on the lookout for any new releases!

“The Chocolate Bunny” is out now and it is available on all platforms.

The smooth, iconic, “Too Player” Mike Jay may appear as a ladies man. From his good looks to his phenomenal glow, the Inglewood native is more than just your average local artist.

His versatility doesn’t just appear in his music but also in his entire lifestyle. From a businessman to a rapper which he calls it “Brapper” released one epic EP: The Chocolate Bunny, making a major statement he has the keys to every door in the industry, with his first ever catalog project, Mike Jay has only been rapping for four months.

With his name already holding weight in the Industry as being one of the most self-made and self- sufficient businessman In the entertainment nightlife and club scene. Mike Jay has already built longevity relationships with the elites.

From performing on the same set as Bino Rideaux, to now taking on the Industry in full force, gaining notoriety from his single “Trick Bitch”, which let the streets know there’s more to this businessman than what we all see… Underneath the suits is a star to be reckoned with.

The Chocolate Bunny is out now and it is available on all platforms.

Follow Mike Jay on all social media platforms:
Instagram: @mikeejaayy

“Stay blessed. Stay positive. Tough times make you tougher,” Steve Harmony told REMIXD Magazine.

Steve Harmony is a Toronto-based rising artist who is pursuing his passions and embarking on his musical journey full-time. Harmony creates Hip-Hop/R&B music that’s rhythmic, melodic, and easy for anyone to vibe to. His sound combines singing and rapping, while talking about real, grounded concepts.

The artist believes that music is the ultimate way to tell stories, and says that music can bring a person into (and out of) a variety of different moods and emotions.

“I find it is the ultimate way to tell stories. But I’m also a little bit Ben Parker-Ish (Spider-Man’s Uncle) with the knowledge of that power in being responsible with how you use it,” Harmony told REMIXD Magazine. “Because truthfully it’s not yours, it’s what you are sharing and how you are doing that.”

Harmony is currently preparing to release an upcoming single called “Distance,” which is a song that speaks on the toxic effects that a relationship may have, whether it’s physically, mentally, or emotionally. The single is officially dropping on May 29th!
“‘Distance’ is an R&B/TrapSoul song about the ever-evolving common theme and reality of broken relationships. It directly explains the physical, mental, and especially the emotional distance of a strenuous and toxic relationship,” he explains.

Some of his main musical influences are “Michael Jackson, 2pac, Kanye, Usher, Justin Timberlake, Phil Collins, Mary J Blidge, Lauryn Hill, Alicia Keys, and Toni Braxton.”

When listening to songs like, “Blessed by You,” and “See You,” it’s easy to hear the passion that Harmony conveys in his tracks. The artist describes the music he makes as soulful, mellow, and overall conscious R&B. As far as his plans and goals for the future, Harmony says that he wants to be able to establish himself as an R&B artist, as a songwriter, and become a producer for others. “I am also part of an R&B group called Royal Rated Harmony (RRH) and want to see that group take music and content creativity to the next level,” said Harmony. The last single that Harmony released is called “The Second Coming,” which he says is a “biblically inspired song speaking about the prophetic return of Christ the Messiah, spoken of in The Book of Revelation 19:11-18.” Harmony told REMIXD Magazine that he has a foundational belief in the Bible, so that’s why it’s one of the projects he’s most proud of.

Before he drops his solo EP project by the end of the year, the artist plans on releasing consistent singles beforehand in an effort to maximize the reach of his music. He also revealed that he plans on dropping a few projects with his R&B group this year as well. “As long as I have a loyal community that considers and knows where to find Steve Harmony & Royal Rated Harmony’s Music and content, I’ll keep serving,” Harmony said. One of the main messages he hopes fans take away from his music is to “stay blessed” and “stay positive,” because “tough times make you tougher.”

You can follow Steve Harmony on social media @steveharmony3 and be sure to keep him on your radar because his next project, “Distance,” will surely make you a fan.

Make sure you stream “Distance” when it drops on May 29th, available to listen to on all platforms!

The vibrant, gritty sound of South Carolina recording artist Dro Montana grasps the industry with full force. With her subtle lyrics, she naturally intrigues the eyes and ears of every listener and viewer.

Dro Montana’s name derives from her interest in the cannabis world, and Montana from the traits of Tony Montana, so put together we have “Dro Montana.”

Finding her interest and purpose in music, she recorded her first hit record in November 2019 called “INTRO,” which brings a blatant statement about her introduction to the game.

Raised by a single mother but still influenced by her father’s hustle, she automatically took on the role of being responsible and getting the job done throughout her life.

Dro Montana is coming in strong — performing and sharing her amazing talent in front of a crowd of 3,000 people, she is ready for the big stages. Her name is ringing bells with a major collaboration with “1017” artist Foogiano and Kalan FrFr, she will soon hit the limelight. The artist is currently working on her first EP.

Dro Montana’s main goal is to produce music and make nothing but Platinum Records.

Listen to and watch the video for “INTRO” below.