Day: February 11, 2022

Since time immemorial, music has served as an effective medium for connection, reflection, and self-expression. It has the unparalleled ability to shed light on pressing issues and provide solace to those who struggle or feel lost or afraid. For some artists, music also has the capacity to tell stories of success and failures, sending across powerful messages of love, hope, and positivity. This rings true for an up-and-coming Los Angeles-based artist named Nilla Allin, who views her music as an inspiration to those seeking to thrive in a highly competitive industry.

Nilla Allin, whose name was inspired by the phrase “going all in,” is an artist who is currently receiving acclaim for her powerful vocals and distinctive discography. On track to gaining mainstream attention as an artist, Nilla has earned the loyalty of a growing fanbase because of the impressive extent to which she feeds her listeners with top-notch singles and collaborations. With her signature sound, she is heralded as the next rising star to come out of Los Angeles, California.

Since dipping her toes into the industry, Nilla Allin has always had an incredible affinity towards beats, rhythm, and lyrics. When she was a student, this talented artist would always find herself writing songs, using the words they discussed in class. Her exceptional writing skills make up for the remarkable lyrics she has in every track, speaking volumes of Nilla’s creativity and deep-seated love for the craft.

Although it was challenging for Nilla Allin to make a mark in the music industry because she was still in school, her creativity was never lost throughout the years. As a matter of fact, she continued to harness her potential while still in college, which allowed her to evolve as an artist. Years down the road, Nilla has managed to finish a degree and get a job while pursuing a career in music.

Pushing boundaries to reach greater heights in the music scene, Nilla Allin is pulling out all the stops in showcasing her artistry and cementing a reputation. Thus far, her tracks have accumulated over a million streams, a feat made possible thanks to her incredible writing skills and distinctive vocals. The achievements and milestones she has snagged under her belt can be credited to the dedication she has given and how her pieces send across powerful messages of hope to those who wish to make it in a highly competitive industry. As a result, Nilla Allin has become a must-watch force across the music scene.

Currently, Nilla Allin is fresh off the release of an LP that speaks volumes of her journey as an artist. “Nilla’s Diary is the most vulnerable project I have worked on so far, and I believe others will find this body of work relatable as each song triggers emotion,” explained the rising artist. Nilla’s Diary dropped on February 10, 2022 and has already received an impressive response.

Apart from setting her eyes on becoming a leading force in the industry, Nilla Allin wishes to capitalize on her brand to inspire others. As she continues to reach the summits of success, she aims to make a difference in the lives of thousands of aspiring hopefuls across the world.

“With this project, I hope to bring attention to a couple situations we go through as women, but do not usually talk about,” Nilla says. “I hope fans can listen to this project and feel more connected to me as an artist by letting them in on these situations I’ve gone through with toxic friends and men in my own life. I also hope this project inspires my fans to care for themselves and love themselves first before they can love someone else romantically.”

Be sure to stream ‘Nilla’s Diary’ here.

Rap music is one of the strongest pillars of the music industry, but it is dominated by adult artists. In turn, the rap scene has seen music that talks about adult topics, which may not necessarily strike a chord or be deemed appropriate for younger audiences. Seeing the gap in the landscape and nurturing her passion for hip-hop, Arie Little fearlessly entered the rap scene to bring fresh and kid-friendly tracks for everyone. At 13 years old, Arie has already achieved so much and amplified the message that rap can be for any age.

Arie Little hails from Memphis, Tennessee. Beginning her journey at age ten, she released her first single called “Posh Kid” a year later, along with her first album called Arie Little Do It Big. The young artist took greater strides in the following years and performed in many events, including the 2021 SEA Awards, Juneteenth, and many more. She also performed at the seventh annual Memphis hip-hop awards and was awarded the Rising Star Award in Houston, Texas, on December 4, 2021, during the fourth annual Underground Awards.

Arie Little has created her own lane in the music industry, producing tracks that both kids and adults love. Her music is kid-friendly, uplifting, and inspiring. Arie wants to connect with music lovers worldwide in a way that other rappers haven’t done so. The young artist wants kids her age to have an avenue in the rap genre that won’t worry their parents, knowing how explicit other songs can be. Arie has brought so much positivity to her listeners, genuinely making a change in the hip-hop industry, and maximizing the art of rapping as a tool for self-expression and amplifying worthwhile messages. Tackling clean and uplifting topics through her music, Arie has supplied her rap-loving listeners with guilt-free tracks.

Arie Little is giving the world enjoyable beats that carry her many emotions. Her music can make one feel pretty, ready to dance, and more. The rapper talks about bullying, self-confidence, and building one’s esteem through her music, wanting to uplift her listeners through her messages. One of her singles in her debut album, “Pretty N Petty,” has captivated many listeners worldwide because of its profound message and propelled her career further.

Besides rapping, Arie Little is also making a name for herself in acting. She has starred in various tv shows, such as Ms. T’s Music Factory. The thriving star was also in an Amazon Prime movie entitled Why Me.

With so many years ahead of her, Arie Little aims to be America’s next big thing. The rapper aims to conquer big stages across the globe and be part of Rolling Loud, BET, Soul Train Awards, and many other events. She wants to be known as the feisty teenager who launched her music out into the world and made a massive impact on people’s lives. Above all, Arie aims to be a legend in the music industry, worthy of standing alongside timeless icons.

With her method of using rap as a tool for change among her generation, Arie Little is, without a doubt, one of the most promising artists of her time. This is just the beginning of her long run, and the rapper aims to reach greater heights and allow her passion to guide her in making a difference. www.arielittle.com

Life is full of ups and downs, and for the average human person, one would experience life in both good and bad times, while for some in equal proportion, others will have it so bad that they would have forgotten what good feels like. However, few individuals are outliers and are born with a never say die attitude that keeps them going no matter the challenges or how impossible success seems. Ogee1523 is an inspiration for the next generation, but more importantly, he is an inspiration to his immediate family, society and the New York Bronx project where he came from.  

Born in Harlem, the Bronx-raised father of four and grandfather to ten, Gerard “Ogee1523” Allen symbolizes “Never too old.” And for all his life, he has been able to reinvent himself and adapt to every situation he’s found himself in and, even more importantly, not let any of his situations bring him down or stop him from pursuing the beliefs he has.  

Challenges for Ogee1523 began even before his teenage years, as is the case for many kids who grew up in the Bronx—becoming a father at 16, meeting his daughter when she was 17, and losing her mother a few months later. Finding out the mother of his first son passed away unexpectedly and losing his wife and mother of two of his children in 2016 are some of the blows life has dealt Ogee1523. Yet, still standing today and actively pursuing his passion for music, says so much about the man. Ogee1523 is pro-life and living life to the fullest is one of his watchwords.  

Ogee1523 ventured into music early, as a pioneer hip-hop artist alongside a group of friends with whom he formed the legendary Talented Rascals (also known as T.R. Nation), where he was able to hone his skills and retain every element of hip-hop culture, DJing, rap, beatboxing and break dancing. Following the group’s disbandment, he formed Funky Fresh Duo with a friend, and the duo recorded multiple songs and scored performances throughout the New York tri-state area. A few years later, Ogee1523 joined forces with one of his cousins and continued recording and performing under the name ‘Da Cuzinz.’ 

Describing his core beliefs and values, “I am humble, a go-getter, and a hard worker. I stay focused on the things that matter most to me. I don’t let anyone or anything get my way. I may go through obstacles (life makes that impossible to avoid); however, I avoid negativity at all costs. I always try to take the negative and turn it into the positive in all situations. I just want to do nothing but live my life and show love to everyone.” He shared.  

Ogee1523’s lifelong passion for music, his never say die attitude, and his pro-life personality kept him grounded in the hip-hip culture, that after many years for a printing company, a recording studio, and at Madison square garden and most recently, New York City Housing Authority, all amounting to over 27 years, he retired on January 1, 2022, and decided to pick up music one more time and drive a change wherever he can.  

“In my era, music was fun, and I’m trying to bring that fun back into today’s music. But, if the youth continue to listen to the negativity in today’s rap music, they will continue with the negative thoughts and do negative things. I was born and raised in the Bronx, so I know first-hand what negativity can do to the way people think.” 

Since his comeback, Ogee1523 has collaborated on a project with his two oldest sons, Ty-Trackz and Oun-P, on a track titled “A Father and 2 Sons” and his most recent endeavor, “Never 2 Old,” an E.P which included the chart-climbing single and video “More Weed” captures the story of Ogee1523 and his contribution to the music space. He also has more projects on the way.

Not everyone who aspires to create a respectable name in the music industry is all about being famous. For many passionate artists like the rising rapper from New York City, Krissy, it is also about working hard enough in order to give their loved ones a comfortable and stress-free life. The 26-year-old music artist has seen firsthand how difficult life can get through the hustle her parents did just to put food on the table and a roof over their heads. Today, more than ever, she is determined to make her music matter so she can establish herself as a serious music artist in the highly competitive industry. 

One of Krissy’s biggest motivations in life is her little boy. Like any other mother, she is willing to make a lot of sacrifices if it means being able to give her child the life she only dreamed of in the past. More than being able to just provide for his needs, she also wants to give him all the best that life has to offer. 

“I’m motivated when the sun comes up because it’s a new day for me to learn, something new for me to start, something new for me to meet, new people for me to start a new business with. And for me to become a better person than I was yesterday. My son, my beautiful son, will forever be my motivation. I want him to have everything I’ve only dreamt of having. I want him to never have to worry about anything,” Krissy explained. 

As an artist, Krissy uses her music to honestly express her perspective of the world and what is happening to it today. She writes about life in Brooklyn, The Bronx, and Queens and how her experience shaped her to become the strong and independent woman that she is today. Despite the dangers of being on the streets when she was young, she always loved the vibe, the mood, and the culture it imparted to her. After all, she is who she is today because she did not shield herself from what she could learn by understanding the lifestyle on the streets. Through it, she learned to be honest, outspoken, and assertive about her ideas and take on things. 

“I don’t only just give off a whole vibe, but I give off the vibe that everybody in this world can connect to because we literally all go through things. We are fighting battles that we don’t speak about. We are struggling. We are hurt. Sometimes we feel like we don’t have anybody in our corner. Sometimes we feel like we’re powerless, and my music is my power. I don’t wanna be famous. I want to be wealthy and comfortable,” Krissy shared.

Just like many music artists before her, music became a refuge for her during many of her life’s biggest pains and challenges. Music became a source of comfort and an avenue for real self-expression. It allowed her to pour out her heart without fear of being judged, ridiculed, or rejected. What mattered to her the most was being able to speak her mind with sincerity. Today, she realizes more than ever that she has the potential to inspire other people by creating her songs. By sharing them, she can be their hope in a very dangerous and precarious season in their lives. 

She may just be starting out, but Krissy has success in mind as early as now. She envisions herself becoming a notable rapper and eventually diversifying into businesses that would provide employment and give her the opportunity to give back to the community. She is also confident that her dancing and boutique will be instrumental in making her the next big thing in the music industry. At the rate she is going, it is only a matter of time before she conquers the music world.