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Hometown and/or Current City: Jersey City, Elizabeth, Roselle, Piscataway, NJ
Keywords: JLew, Freesponsible, J2theLew, Rap, Rapper, Positive, Hiphop, Music, Artist, She Is, New Jersey, Jersey, Jesse Lewis
JLew is an emcee, inspirational speaker, educator, husband, father, and all around good dude. He's passionate about seeing people become their best selves and inspires through empowering messages and #Freesponsible music.
Hometown and/or Current City: NJ
Keywords: Hip hop, rap, pop music, unsigned artist, fashion, fun, cool, new age talent
IgnoVa is an international hip hop artist who combines mainstream genres with an astounding, acute presentation of lyrics. Known for his trademark K E E P positiveSpirit™ campaign, the young NJ native's mission is far from over. According to IgnoVa, “Langston Hughes said it best: 'life ain't no crystal stair.' But with a positiveSpirit™, it is possible to achieve anything.” With two mixtapes under his belt, IgnoVa is currently working on his first EP. As a rising musician, IgnoVa lives and breathes hard work in the studio and on stage.
The latest mixtape IgnoVa released was “Ev'rythang Much Understood 2” (E.M.U 2). E.M.U 2 is the sequel to IgnoVa's first mixtape, “Ev'rythang Much Understood” (E.M.U). "Just like E.M.U, I'm showcasing my ability to spit hooks and verses on popular beats while serving two original tracks," says IgnoVa. In addition to releasing recorded music, IgnoVa has performed several shows in the Tri-State area, Massachusetts, and Delaware. Energetic and passionate, IgnoVa thrills audiences to an undeniable state of enjoyment.
After sweat and tears shed from a performance, IgnoVa is known to fill the room with his social energy. From his sense of fashion to his resounding lyrics, IgnoVa is a cool, calm, and collected artist trying to get everyone to remain positive in their endeavors. F*ck Wit @DREAMSatwrk.
- http://keeppositivespirit.com
Hometown and/or Current City: Jersey Shore
Keywords: music, pop, pop-rock, indie, singer, songwriter
Keith Egan is 19-year-old singer/songwriter/recording artist from the Jersey Shore who began singing and playing guitar at the age of 7, with songwriting following shortly thereafter. Keith's musical influences range from Ed Sheeran and James Bay to the classic Jersey rock of Bon Jovi and Bruce Springsteen. He is also a huge fan of hip hop and artists such as Logic.
In August 2016, Keith released his debut EP entitled Come Along. The title song, "Come Along," was released as a single in the form of a music video in June 2016.
In June 2017, Keith released his second project and first eight-song record, The Best Is Yet To Come. An infectious mixture of pop-rock, blues, and soul, with a hint of folk and more, the album is alternating-ly poignant, fun, introspective, and heartfelt, with a relatable narrative that is sure to be enjoyed by anyone who's ever loved and lost but kept forging ahead. "I wrote a lot of the album during a change of scenery in my life, moving out and into college. The whole album embodies the idea of having a positive attitude in all situations [...] all of it roots from the title, The Best Is Yet To Come, which I attempted to live by more when I began working on this project," says Keith. The Best is Yet to Come includes a pop song, power ballad, acoustic ballad, and upbeat pop/dance single entitled "Can't Stop" and is available on iTunes, Spotify, and more.
You can catch Keith performing live, either accompanied by a band or solo with his guitar, using a loop pedal to mimic the full band sound.
"I am looking forward to spreading my music around the Jersey Shore with more shows and also working on more projects in the future," says Keith. To view Keith's upcoming show schedule, visit his website and social media pages below.
Hometown and/or Current City: New Brunswick, NJ
Keywords: grunge, alternative rock, rock and roll, basement rock, indie rock, hard rock
Dinosaur Eyelids are blistering rock and roll from the basements of New Jersey. Based in New Brunswick, the 100% DIY band has earned a reputation for incendiary live performances. Their highly-anticipated fourth album Bypass to Nowhere was released to critical acclaim and debuted at #1 at WRSU Rutgers Radio. Their third album Conflagration was released in 2012 to airplay on 200 radio stations across North America. They have played over 85 shows throughout the Northeast and are house favorites at The Court Tavern in New Brunswick and John and Peter's in New Hope, PA.
"The LIDS" have opened for Parlor Mob and shared the stage with Dean Ween of Ween. Their debut album Winter Solstice was released in 2009. Their second album Down a River was released in 2011 to nationwide airplay and critical enthusiasm.
Musical influences range from Soundgarden to Ween and The Replacements.
We may never be rich but we will always be loud.
Hometown and/or Current City: Long Valley, NJ
Keywords: Electronic, EDM, DJ, Dance, Club, Trap, Dubstep
Having shared the stage with successful artists such as Datsik, Icona Pop, and Waka Flocka Flame, K-LO (Kyle Shortman) is no stranger to the energy of live music. Pulling from different styles like Trap, Future Bass, and Tropical House to form his signature sound, his previous original productions and remixes as part of Producer/DJ duo "Out Of State" have garnered hundreds of thousands of plays and been picked up by media outlets like Middle Tennessee Music, RageJunkie, EDMPost, Danceandrave, and Paradoxium. A New Jersey native and current student at Middle Tennessee State University's audio production program, he has a wide variety of experience, having played nightclubs, private events, and festivals.
Hometown and/or Current City: Passaic / Clifton, NJ
Keywords: podcast, music, entertainment
The Papi Time Podcast! Three friends came together and created their own outlet on discussing music, entertainment -- whatever comes to their minds, they’ll be discussing it. The Papi Time Podcast members go by the name of "P Dot, K Star & Braylin." They've had special guests such as Soul The American Dream, and even created a partnership with his label, Corner Of The World Records. J. Porchea, who has a hit single, “Drugz," (he also has a single with rapper Fetty Wap) has stopped by. Also, New Money Ent & many other artists. Aside from the music industry, they have interviewed Adult Entertainer, Macana Man, discussing being a part of the Adult Entertainment world and the everyday life of an Adult Entertainer. The Papi Time Podcast is the hottest out right now reigning out of New Jersey.
Soul The American Dream interview with The Papi Time Podcast:
Published on Feb 10, 2017
Episode 2: The "Soul The American Dream" Episode + Freestyle. Passaic's very own, Soul "The American Dream", stops by to chop it up with the Papi Time podcasters about his music and more.. He also spits and sets a high bar for the Papi Time Freestyle!
Hometown and/or Current City: Whitesboro, NJ
Keywords: indie artist, singer/songwriter, music, south jersey, radio personality
J.Bleu is a singer/songwriter, neo-soul artist with hints of jazz and funk. She has written songs for various local artists. I recently partnered with a producer from Paris, France and local DJ DJ-Solo from Wildwood, NJ to feature in my first house music song "Steppin Population," (releasing in Spring 2017). In addition, I am releasing my first single "No Media" and first EP "Human Nature" this spring. You can check out my music video to "No Media" on YouTube. What to expect......... a flavorful, unique sound from an artist who takes pride in writing her own lyrics and making music that will hopefully bring people together and change the world. I represent South Jersey and hope to open an outlet for other indie artists to follow. You can also tune in to two-time Stellar Award winning radio station WEHA 88.7 FM every Sunday afternoon to hear me co-host with Lady Dee on a segment called Inspirations.
Hometown and/or Current City: Farmingdale, NJ
Keywords: Singer-songwriter, Americana, Guitarist
A native of East Brunswick, NJ, Dave Vargo started playing guitar at the age of eight. By the age of 14 he was performing throughout the tri-state area with various jazz, funk, and rock bands. Dave graduated from Berklee College of Music in Boston with honors and went on to become a touring artist and session player.
He has had the privilege of working with a number of notable talents including Whitney Houston, Phoebe Snow, Vonda Shepard, and Rupert Holmes. Dave currently performs both solo and as part of an acoustic duo (Kim and Dave). He is also an active session player and songwriter. In 2016 Dave released his debut album of original songs, Burning Through.
Photography by Anthony Vito Cosentino
Hometown and/or Current City: New Brunswick/Trenton (Middlesex/Mercer County)
Keywords: Hip-hop, funk, metal, stoner, psychedelic, manic, rap, blues, passion
We are a guitar soaring, bass thumping, high energy rock band from New Jersey. We call our music "psycho-funk" but we have a wide variety of genres that we mix into our sound. Upon hearing our new EP 'Charismanic 2.0' you'll get vibes of hip-hop, funk, metal, blues and pure insanity. We're very proud of our ability to mix it up and keep ourselves fresh and original. Our live show is not to be missed as we will fill your bloodstream with energy that will keep you dancing for the duration of our set. Stay tuned as we plan to stay very active this year!
Hometown and/or Current City: Jersey City, NJ (Hudson County)
Keywords: Hip-Hop, Rap, Underground, Conscious Rap, Experimental, 201
Jersey City native Murdock found a passion and escape in Hip-Hop, Comics, and Theatre from a young age. After graduating with a degree in Theatre he made it his mission to combine his 3 passions and launched his music career with his debut album #AAAH. Murdock uses his Hip-Hop to tell stories to take the listener on a personal journey and leave a lasting effect.
#AAAH (Agoraphobic. Alcoholic. Asshole.) is a concept album partnered with live theatrical performances showcasing Murdock's battle with anxiety and depression. It is meant to create an open dialogue about mental health and help break the negative stigma against it especially in the Hip-Hop Community.
Bringing his love for theatre and music together, Murdock partnered with No Dominion Theatre Co. to put together the album release show for #AAAH. It was an evening composed of a full length live performance of the album along with local visual, musical, and performance artists showcasing their work all while raising money for the ADAA (Anxiety and Depression Association of America). After selling out and raising hundreds of dollars for charity, Murdock is now preparing to bring his intense live sets on the road to continue spreading his message and music.
#AAAH is available now on all streaming/digital services along with physical copies for sale through Murdock's online store.
Hometown and/or Current City: NJ / Brooklyn
Keywords: indie rock, alternative
Indie rockers Ruby Bones combine energetic rhythms with visceral, existential lyrics and unabashed hooks to form short, punchy songs best digested in the sweat-soaked clubs that define New Jersey and Brooklyn.
Made up of vocalist/guitarist Chris Nova, drummer James Janocha, and South African import FC Spies on bass, the trio (along with Denis Daley providing sax) describes itself as "Bruce Springsteen on cocaine after a few drags off a helium balloon."
With a mutual love of rock and roll, the band turned Nova's folk songs into thoughtful yet vibrant tracks inspired by love, loss and the double-edged blade of a technology-reliant culture. Their debut full length will be out in Spring 2017.
Quotes:
“‘Heart of Darkness’ is furious and shadowy, propelled by a rousing chorus that evokes early Walkmen.” - Consequence of Sound
Hometown and/or Current City: Long Valley (Morris County) / Mahwah (Bergen County), NJ
Keywords: Electronic, EDM, House, Club, Electro, Trap
Out Of State is an electronic DJ Duo consisting of two college students: Adam Reckseit from Mahwah, NJ and Kyle Shortman from Long Valley, NJ. Out Of State was formed when Adam and Kyle met each other while attending college for Audio Music Production at Middle Tennessee State University. Adam and Kyle's love for music is equal only for their love to all things New Jersey including trips down the shore, and most importantly Jersey bagels.
Out Of State had opened up for huge artists such as Icona Pop and Waka Flocka Flame as well as World Renowned DJ's such as Datsik, ETC! ETC!, and Bear Grillz. They have accumulated hundreds of thousands of plays on their Souncloud and have strong followings in Middle Tennessee and New Jersey. Out Of State's ultimate goal is to spread their unique brand of electronic music from beyond their humble beginnings in the Garden State and Nashville to the whole world.
