Shout out to the plug! “Joselito” is an ode to all partners who have invested time, energy, passion, and used their resources to propel the careers of artists they believe in. Normally, the plug stays out of the lime light, strategizes behind the scenes, and makes calculated decisions on how to push the brand forward. […]
The HeARTist: Citoonthebeat
I first met Citoonthebeat in 2012 when we were introduced by colleague and friend Liveathehudson in the earlier stages of their production careers. My first impression was a bit pretentious, however, I did notice his intellect for music. 5 years later he’s still in the game and his success level is ascending. Cito has worked […]
The Hip Hop Lab
Rosesarereal’s hip hop lab at TCMG studios this Saturday was a reincarnation of 80’s hip hop culture with a modern day 808 twist. It reminded me of the days when acts like Fab5Freddy, Goldie, and Madonna would once roam the Lower East Side of NYC, painting the streets with bravado, class, and eccentricity. The vibrant […]
The HeARTIST: Mateo Ahki
When I first saw Mateo Ahki, he was a last minute add-on to the Forever Young Festival hosted by Chicpea and Hayoner. I was instantly impressed by his energy and stage presence. I didn’t introduce myself to him that day, but we would soon bump into each other at different functions within Jersey City. I […]