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Rising artist Toshae talks his project ‘Motion’ and using music as a therapy

Born Cody Quertermous, Toshae has always been a message-centric artist. A product of Southeast Missouri, Toshae has been resilient through multiple adversities in his life, but has been adamant in making a name for himself through his music exploits. 

“From watching a family go in and out of jail, from hustling and doing what it take to keep money flowing in, to following their footsteps and remaining successful and focused, I want to put my life on a beat and make music for people that can relate or even understanding real from my perspective,” he tells RemixdMag.

The bonafide lyricist and music star currently has three projects under his belt. His eponymous 2019 introduction, the grimey 2020 Rock Solid, and his latest and most concise, the July-helmed body of work, Motion

For context, Toshae was brought up in a musical family, hence why the music comes natural to him. He inherited the resources and music studio his dad already had at a meek age of 12 and has never looked back since. He applied himself in arts such as making beats and rapping and this passion manifested in the catalog he has managed to conjure up today. 

Using music as therapy, “I feel music is a great way to express my thoughts. It’s like therapy. Get in the studio and talk through the mic”, Toshae is capable of disseminating vulnerable, honest, thoughtful and resonating music that has catapulted him to great acclaim in his music career. 

Interestingly enough, Toshae is a positive soul and this reflects in his music. His motivations are largely driven by making positive music, showcasing the realities of society from his perspective and more. Outside of music, he is a shrewd entrepreneur trading in the realms of trucking and real estate. 

Be sure to check out “Motion,” out now on all Digital Streaming Platforms.

Tweak on the Beat delivers dynamic EP, ‘One & Only’

Cleveland artist Tweak on the Beat has dropped off his latest project, titled One & Only. This 7-song EP showcases the rising producer’s signature style, consisting of unique melodies and crunchy drums that draw the listener into this EP’s versatile soundscapes. With a growing discography that includes previous collaborations with standout names like E the Profit, Paris Bryant, Freshie, Slatt Zy, YFL Kelvin, Ezri, and more, Tweak has been rapidly gaining momentum for his infectious, character-rich production. His latest, One & Only, is chock full of memorable points, with dynamic beats that range from hard-hitting hip-hop to melodious, bright R&B. One & Only kicks off with the poignant “Like A Dawg”, featuring Cleveland legends Kipp Stone and DJ Kristyles. 

“Like A Dawg” includes an elegant soundscape built around graceful strings and memorable keys from Tweak that makes for a silky, emotionally dense backdrop for Stone’s dextrous, sharply lyrical flows. “ICE”, featuring powerful vocals from E the Profit, makes for an EP highlight with its dense, hard-hitting rhythm section and wintery keys. “Want it Bad” finds Tweak and collaborator Paris Bryant delivering a versatile cut that is different in sound than the first two songs, with its more melodious, airy style that draws from R&B. Closer “MUD” is poignant as well, with its layered, grand instrumentation containing bouncy 808s, raw, grand keyboards, and crisp, slapping percussion underscoring Yayo da Cartune’s urgent, captivating flows.

Overall, One & Only is a hard-hitting, dynamic project that captures a variety of influences and sounds for an eclectic and engaging offering.

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