Born in the blue collar back drop of Grand Rapids, Michigan and reared in the rays of sunshine and southern charm of Columbia, South Carolina, the vibrant and voracious Diosa Stevenson was perhaps blessed with tenacity and worldly persona from her Mexican mother and the musical moxie of her father [of African descent], who was a lead vocalist and guitar player in a local band.
Before the metamorphosis of DIOSA, the petite-yet-persuasive dynamo was known simply as; Felicia Stevenson, a small town girl with big city aspirations and stars in her eyes.Continue reading »
Independent artist LIL HOT DA MONEY MAN has been really on a serious campaign for his label, New Money Entertainment. Having released his Mix Tape “Back To The Streets” ( hosted by DJ Scream), true to the title of the tape, Lil Hot has hit the streets of Atlanta hard.
Beginning July 4th, 2010(Independence Day) “The Mix Tape Release Party Takeover” kicked off with a Red Carpet event; the biggest Atlanta has seen from an Independent artist. LIL HOT invited the whole city out, and among the invitees were some of the biggest independent (and signed) artists coming out of Atlanta. LIL HOT brought Hollywood to the streets of Atlanta. Lights-Cameras-Interviews-it was something out of this world.
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DJ Diamond Kuts is quickly establishing herself as a mogul in a male-dominated field with class and pure-talent. Not only does this 20-something year old Philly native have multiple shows on the number 8 ranked radio market in the country but she is also host of BET’s “The Deal”.
Currently, DJ Diamond Kuts is completing her first mixtape, “HerStory in the Making: The Mixtape”, which is set to hit the streets and airwaves in a few months. She has several songs with some of today’s top artists like Nicki Minaj and DJ Khaled.
Truly a gifted DJ and businesswomen, she is sought after for VIP/Celeb events around the country. She is tagged “The Youngest Woman In Charge”, and after reading this interview, you’ll understand why.
CSM/Attica Lundy: You are an amazing woman. I’m gonna let you give your own intro (laughs) DJ DIAMOND Kuts: Yea! I’m DJ Diamond Kuts, also known as “The Youngest In Charge” aka your “Boyfriend’s favorite DJ”. I do this show on BET called “The Deal”. I’m on Power99 FM in Philadelphia. Amongst a whole bunch of other things, I’ve got a mixtape coming out real soon. I also have a T-Shirt line coming out. I’m just doing a lot of different things right now.
Juanos Starks, better known by his stage name J. Hott, is an American rapper. He is best known for his singles “I can dig it” and “My Paper My Swag”. He is a “certified Grady Baby” born in Atlanta, GA. 9/25/86.
Starks’ family moved around a lot when he was younger. He grew up in the streets of the Atlanta project communities (Techwood, Hernon Homes, Mechanicville) in Atlanta, and also in his second home Queens, NY. Growing up in the projects did not provide the stability that a young child needs. Living with relatives from place to place and watching his mother struggle to make ends meet, Starks turned to the traps of the city, where he earned a living as a ‘Street Pharmacist”.
In the late 90’s Starks met Bishop Eddie Long, who took him under his wing, who later help Starks improve his image by removing his gold teeth. Though Starks had a father, Long was the first “real man” in Starks life. He became father, mentor, and friend to this troubled young man.Continue reading »
The much anticipated video for Alley Boy Da Don’s “Shiester” has finally arrived, and it was definitely worth the wait. We’d seen footage of the making of the video from YouTube, but nothing could have prepared us for the excellence presented.
Alley is known for his story-telling ability, and the song “Shiester” gives the story of a street hustler who has no heart, conscious, or remorse. Admittedly, Alley has told us in past interviews and conversations that the song, which is featured on his mixtape “Definition of Fuck Shit”, depicts the life that he knew growing up on the east side of Atlanta, GA. However, to see it in video form (his camp at Duct Tape Ent describes it as a movie) form, the picture becomes very clear–this street life of a hustler isn’t one that was easy for anyone.
Alley has definitely proved his ability to act. And due to the realistic storyline, the question arises “When will we see more?”. CSM has been informed that this is only the beginning of this side of Alley Boy Da Don. Be on the lookout for more of this On The Rise rapper.
And now, we present to you: Alley Boy “Shiester” World Premier Video.
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Laid back, Hustler, Luxury, and Future of the South are all words that describe Block Entertainment’s newest artist “Scotty”. Raised in Atlanta, Scotty grew up listening to southern artists such as Outkast, 8 Ball & MJG, and UGK. Rushing home from school every day to watch MTV, by the 7th grade he began rapping and pursuing his career as a rap superstar. Winning talent shows in high school and rocking shows at school parties, Scotty soon became a known artist among his peers. With his sound fusing a southern jiffy cornbread, shrimp and grits brand of rap, Scotty has emerged as a truly multi-dimensional, gifted artiste. “I’m bringing real music back to the south, that summer time, let the top back music.” Open your ears, crank up your radio, and prepare yourself for “Scotty.”
I recently had the opportunity to interview Scotty. Here’s what he had to say.
He’s been the one they are talking about. The questions still come up as to how this local Atlanta street dude has emerged from the clinches of poverty into the limelight of celebrity. Da Mob (Duct Tape Ent) has his back 100%, and then there is the streets; they love him. Never biting his tongue, his tells it how it is (and in most cases, how it’s going to be).
I call him the Music Player. Put some Alley Boy Da Don on any music player, and that’s all you’ll want to hear. Even as a former artist, I play his sh*t more than I play my own. His lyrics are true to form and it’s something that you’ll have to experience for yourself in order to fully appreciate it.
The joint you’ll be hearing on the radio will more than likely be “What They Talkin’ Bout”. In this track, he dismisses all of the needless bullshit that haters are saying. It’s the new theme song—it shuts the haters down before they can even open up their mouths.
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“Go Home or Go Hard” is one of his favorite sayings. That’s what this song says-if you want to deal with him you’ve got to be at your best. If you can’t deliver, you need not apply-ya feel me?
Check out “What They Talkin’ Bout” and see if that’s not going to be your new theme song. I promise you; once again Alley Boy Da Don does not disappoint.
That’s right, Real G’z. Alley Boy and Trey Songz set it off with “Real G’z”.
“You got real niggaz and you got a lot of lames”. That’s the initial message; the one that sticks. But that’s not nearly what the song says. And then in true Alley Boy style, he tells the struggle of what he’s gone through and where he’s going. In true Alley Boy style, he brought us real. This time no longer on some fuck shit, but moreso on a level that shows his elevation of development. Whether it’s elevation of experience, the elevation of strength, the elevation of success…it’s not clear at this moment, but it’s certain that this song exerts excellence.
Alley Boy made an excellent choice in featuring Trey Songz. The duo’d effort combined Alley’s ability to engage and evoke the listener–and Trey’s ability to groove you with his hooks and melodic notations. The beat was nothing less than perfection. This song, like so many dimes flowing through the streets of Atlanta, GA, is definitely a TEN.
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The Alley Boy Da Don tweet alert went off, and there was an announcement that Duct Tape ENT now OWNS a brand new restaurant in Atlanta called “Taste of the City”. Great food, fine cuisine, and affordable prices (ranges between $15-$30). Doors are open from 12 to 10, and it’s located at 156 Forsyth Street (right up the street from Greyhound).
The relevance of this, outside of it being a great addition to Duct Tape ENT’s already vast list of awesomeness and unsurpassed success in the music industry, is that DTE is contributing to the city of Atlanta in a positive way. The critics can say whatever they want to say about “hood” music and the artists that make it, but nobody can say that Duct Tape ENT isn’t the truth.
The truth in that they really care about their hood. They do it for the hood (Edgewood/Zone 6), and now they’re doing it for the city of Atlanta. We’re definitely gonna check them out. And everyone who supports the efforts and projects that Duct Tape ENT puts out will support them, too. They’ve spent eight months getting this establishment together, building it from the ground up-just like they did with their label. With Alley Boy Da Don and Duct Tape ENT, we’ll all eat! And isn’t that what Alley has been promising his city? Seems like he and the label are delivering on that promise. Creating new jobs and building up the economy in Atlanta is such a positive move; we need more of that. And it’s without question that they’ll take this new venture to the top, like only DTE can do.
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Attica Lundy with OnTheRise for City Scenes Magazine caught up with SwampDawg Da Gator Man for an interview. We found him – where else- on the streets of College Park, GA. Well, actually at Crow’s Nest on Old National Hwy; but nonetheless we found him. See, SwampDawg had been introduced to me a while back. I’ve heard his music and actually fell in awe over his voice. I’d been dying to meet him face to face and I finally got my opportunity! Here’s what Da Gatorman had to say.
AtticaLundy/CSM: Where are you from?
Swampdawg Da Gator Man: I’m originally from Baton Rouge, Louisana. I lived in Detroit for two years, but currently I live in College Park, GA.
AtticaLundy/CSM: How did you get your name?
Swampdawg Da Gator Man: The name represents my home town. Swamps and Gators, I have to rep my city.
AtticaLundy/CSM: I’m looking at your whole demeanor. You have this maturity about you; I call it a “real man” swag, but I see youthfulness, too. How old are you?
Swampdawg Da Gator Man: I just had a birthday May 7th. I’m 29.
AtticaLundy/CSM: I’m impressed. I actually guessed younger.
Swampdawg Da Gator Man: (laughs) Everyone does that. I take it as a compliment.
AtticaLundy/CSM: Yeah, you should. I like your style. Who is your biggest influence in the game?
Swampdawg Da Gator Man: I’m gonna go with Michael Jackson. I mean, he was world wide. And when you heard his music, it made you feel happy and want to dance. No matter what, you felt good. That’s what I strive to give the game, and also what I strive to be in the game.
AtticaLundy/CSM: I feel that. MJ was the truth; no doubt. I know a bit about how you came to be a rapper, but for the sake of the interview, tell me about that.
Swampdawg Da Gator Man: Well, as you know I grew up around music. I mean, I came up in the Run DMC era, but I grew up in the church. So I had the gospel music that I was involved in, and also the worldly music like the hip hop I listened to, and the oldies like artists from Motown. Since music was my life, it just made sense to start performing. I couldn’t see doing anything else.
AtticaLundy/CSM: Okay, so tell me; what was your best show or performance?
Swampdawg Da Gator Man: I haven’t done it yet.
AtticaLundy/CSM: Really?
Swampdawg Da Gator Man: Nope. I mean, I’ve done the Summer Jam in Detroit with Young LA, Master P, Choppa, Tre’Songz, Marcus Houston nd some others. I’ve won a lot of competitions which got ee zey. I’ve also done some great gospel gigs. But I know I haven’t reached my best event yet, ya know?
AtticaLundy/CSM: How often do you perform?
Swampdawg Da Gator Man: Honestly, I perform about two to three time a week or more. I’m in all regions. I’ve performed with the Luke Boys in Cali, an I have shows in New York, South Carolina, and North Carolina. Of course back home and here in Atlanta. All over, really.
AtticaLundy/CSM: WOW! I’m impressed. What would you say your style is?
Swampdawg Da Gator Man: (He laughs) My style is Gumbo. It’s a mixture of everything in it; not just one style.
AtticaLundy/CSM: What are you working on now?
Swampdawg Da Gator Man: I’m completing a mixtape. And then also my highly anticipated Album entitled “Gumbo”.
AtticaLundy/CSM: Here comes my signature question. You ready for it?
Swampdawg Da Gator Man: Ohhh, that sounds suspect. Is it something that I’m not gonna want to answer?
AtticaLundy/CSM: No, it’s just one of those…well, let me go ahead and ask. The question is: Biggie or Tupac?
Swampdawg Da Gator Man: Awww, Man! Well, as far as who I think the best is, I’ll have to admit I listen to both. I mean, Biggie makes you want to party and dance-you know, have fun. Then Pac reminds you of the struggle. They are both relevant.
AtticaLundy/CSM: Any shout-outs and info you wanna give out?
Swampdawg Da Gator Man: Sure. I’d like to shout-out to my manager Tracy Howard, my label Gumbo Music, my family and my fans; really my entire support system and everyone that believes in me. Of course, first and foremost God because if it wasn’t for him, none of this would be possible; Gotta give it up to the Big Man. You know, and I wanna let everyone know they can find me on MySpace, Facebook, and Twitter. Oh, I almost forgot, Thank-you to Attica Lundy/OnTheRise and City Scenes Magazine.
