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Joyner Lucas Releases “Isis” Remix with Winners of Tully Rising Rappers Competition

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The remix of Joyner Lucas‘ platinum-selling hit “Isis” is now available and it includes four contestants who were chosen from a competition that was first launched in May by his startup Tully.

Joyner offered budding independent artists the option to remix his platinum-selling song, by downloading the “Isis” beat, recording a verse, and sharing it on the app. The remix of the Boston native’s breakthrough song is now available on all major digital service providers. He chose Tone Catra: @catra609, Lex Bratcher: @lexbratcher, Starringo: @iamstarringo, and Kvng Moses: @1kvngmoses.

The goal of Lucas and Dhruv Joshi’s 2015 co-founding of Tully was to use technology to streamline the production of music. The two collaborated to create tools that directly contributed to Joyner’s success as an independent musician, and they are now disseminating these tools to more musicians so that they can maintain complete control over their musical careers. Tully offers a 360-degree array of tools for artists to manage and advance their careers, including guided workflows, structured asset management, templated industry contracts, publishing, and licensing support.

Tully offers more than just music distribution; it also has administrative tools for saving contracts and split sheets, as well as songwriting programs for musicians to play, compose, and record music. Lucas, an independent artist himself, uses a smartphone app that offers all of these capabilities. Independent musicians will be able to obtain royalty-free beats through Tully, own digital copyrights to their works, and more. They will also be able to get 100% of their royalties.

Sony Music Entertainment announced a significant investment into Tully back in April 2020, at the height of the pandemic, and announced an increase of features for the end of that year.

You can hear the new single below.

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Chris Brown Drops “BREEZYVERSE” NFT

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Hip-hop artist Chris Brown appears to be the latest celeb hopping on the NFT bandwagon, dropping his own NFT collection this week in conjunction with the release of his latest album, Breezy.

The NFT collection, called “THE BREEZYVERSE,” consists of 10,000 3D animated NFTs with sound and visual effects implemented on the Ethereum blockchain. The public sale went live on Friday. An Instagram post on the NFT’s official channel @thebreezyverse announced: “PUBLIC SALE IS LIVE! Click the link in bio to get your own official @chrisbrownofficial NFT now! Our exclusive utilities are rolling out now and throughout the upcoming tour. The journey has just begun!” Brown also shared an animated clip showcasing some of the NFT’s artwork on his own Instagram page hyping up the release.

According to the NFT’s official website, the collection “creates an intimate connection to Chris’s creativity and artistic talents” and is designed to “bridge the gap between the artist and his fans around the world.”

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Some perks (called “exclusive utilities) for NFT holders include VIP concert tickets, exclusive artist meet and greets, music video wardrobe access, video calls with Brown, and some of Brown’s original art on canvas.

Brown is one of many celebrities that has attempted to create their own NFT in recent months. NFT stands for non-fungible token and is defined as a digital asset that represents a real-world object such as art, music, animation, games, or other physical asset. NFTs are bought and sold online on a variety of dedicated NFT marketplaces.

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Kevin Hart and HARTBEAT Set to Take New Special to the Metaverse

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With the launch of Confessions from the Hart, a 30-minute animated anthology based on his well-liked IGTV series of the same name, Kevin Hart and his multi-platform entertainment company HARTBEAT announced today the first of a series of Kevin Hart Nation Web3 experiences.

In celebration of Kevin’s birthday, the special debuts exclusively on The Roku Channel on Wednesday, July 6, and invites viewers inside his virtual world with an unprecedented streaming and Metaverse bonus episode release. The Roku Channel, which reaches an estimated 80 million households in the US, is the only place where Roku Originals can be found (Q4 2021).

With the Roku Original special Confessions from the Hart showing moments from Hart’s life, as told by him, viewers will get a front-row seat to Hart’s most immersive and personal experience to date. Every episode will feature Hart’s open, first-person description of previously untold tales about his life, career, relationships, and journey.

A hub dedicated to all the Kevin Hart content available for free on The Roku Channel, including Roku Originals Die Hart, Cold as Balls, Exit Strategy, Straight from the Hart, Real Husbands of Hollywood, and more, will be featured alongside the exclusive premiere of the special on The Roku Channel.

Hart will release his first-ever NFT collection to commemorate his entry into Web3, which will reflect both him and the characters he plays in the special. The NFT will act as a key to open upcoming Confessions from the Hart special content. Exclusive member advantages in Kevin Hart Nation IRL and Metaverse experiences, such as future extra content and tickets to the forthcoming Kevin Hart tour, are also provided via the Confessions from the Hart NFT.

“My favorite thing to do is make people laugh, and with HARTBEAT’s expansion into the Metaverse and Web3 we will have exponential opportunities to bring humor and comedy to a whole new audience.  I am so proud of my team for their forward thinking and ingenuity,” said Kevin Hart. “With this new technology we will be able to continue expanding our footprint into the new technological frontiers of content creation.” 

“Kevin has always been one of the most forward-thinking and entrepreneurial entertainers in the industry, tapping into new technologies to connect with audiences. His entry into the Metaverse is another example of HARTBEAT’s commitment to connecting with fans wherever and whenever they consume content,” said Jeff Clanagan, President & Chief Distribution Officer at HARTBEAT Media. “‘Confessions from the Hart’ is the first in a series of Metaverse activations as we expand IP across innovative distribution touchpoints. We look forward to creating more experiences that complement traditional linear platforms and physical event experiences that Web3 natives and mainstream audiences can enjoy.”

“The Roku Channel and HARTBEAT have a strong, longstanding partnership and we are proud to continue expanding the ways in which we collaborate to provide free premium content, including Roku Originals, VOD and FAST programming under the LOL brand,” says David Eilenberg, Vice President and Head of Roku Originals, Roku, ‘Confessions from the Hart’ is a perfect example of the thoughtful, inventive, and hilarious fare Kevin and his creative team have become known for worldwide, and we’re excited to bring it to millions of streamers via The Roku Channel.”

Starting on Thursday, July 7th, fans and collectors can visit web3.kevinhartnation.com to acquire one of the 10,000 exclusive “Confessions from the Hart” NFTs with a credit card or Ethereum. On KevinHartNation.com, Web3 efforts are now fully operational.

You can learn more about the collection here and see the NFTs below.

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Charlamagne Tha God and iHeartMedia Announces Inaugural Black Effect Podcast Festival

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The first-ever Black Effect Podcast Festival has been announced by iHeartMedia and Charlamagne Tha God to honor, elevate, and amplify Black voices in the podcast sector. The event will occur at the Avant Gardner, Brooklyn Mirage, on Sunday, August 28. Charlamagne Tha God will attend the festival with some of the most well-known figures from the Black Effect for a day packed with enlightening panel talks and live podcast tapings geared for budding podcasters in the Black community. Lil Duval, a comedian, and Nyla Symone, a DJ and personality for Power 105.1, will serve as the festival’s host.

The most popular Black Effect podcasts, including “The 85 South Show,” “All The Smoke,” “We Talk Back,” “Reasonably Shady,” “Black Tech Green Money,” “WHOREible Decisions,” and “The Trap Nerds Podcast,” will be recorded live as part of the festival. The Business of Podcasting Panel with Dollie S. Bishop, President of Production and Creative Development for the Black Effect Podcast Network, and Charlamagne Tha God will also feature thought-provoking and educational talks for ticket holders.

“The Black Effect Podcast Network was created to amplify Black voices for new and established content creators and storytellers, giving them a space to showcase their creative vision in the ever-growing podcast game,” said Charlamagne Tha God. “I’m excited to celebrate the first-ever Black Effect Podcast Festival, where talented Black creators and aspiring podcasters will come together for a day to uplift and inspire one another. This festival is for the culture and is one of many events the network will host for the Black community.”

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For Black creators looking to have their voices heard in the podcast industry, the Black Effect Podcast Network has emerged as the go-to venue. Launched in September 2020, the Charlamagne Tha God-curated Black Effect Podcast Network has since premiered 32 shows with a stellar lineup of marquee talent and culture-changing voices dedicated to illuminating, educating, and entertaining viewers. Black culture’s most influential and dependable voices are brought together to inspire discussions on social justice, pop culture, sports, mental health, news, comedy, and more.

Nissan is the sponsor of the Black Effect Podcast Festival and will have a fun activation there for participants. A pop-up market exhibiting goods from Black entrepreneurs, a family game room, and a picture booth are just a few of the many exciting activities and games the festival will provide.

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Audiomack Expands International Presence with Launch of Audiomack Punjabi

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Audiomack Punjabi, a new vertical focusing on enhancing the renowned genre, introducing it to new audiences, and delivering diverse playlists spotlighting the region’s most popular modern musicians, was launched today by artist-first music streaming service Audiomack.

Punjabi will now be available alongside hip-hop, Afrobeats, Latin, Caribbean, and other popular genres on the streaming service. Punjabi Verified, 808 Pind (Village), Ishq, Party Pataka, Punjab to Canada, Punjabi Duets, and more will be added to the newly launched playlists, which will be updated regularly.

Amrit Maan, The PropheC, Himmat Sandhu, Ezu, Jasmine Sandlas & Gur Sidhu, Karan Aujla, Himanshi Khurana, and Baani Sandhu, as well as the late-great Sidhu Moose Wala, will be the initial cover stars of Audiomack’s playlists.

We are excited to officially launch the Punjabi genre on the Audiomack platform,” Audiomack co-founder and CMO David Ponte said. “These new playlists and trending section will position Punjabi artists alongside hip-hop, Afrobeats, and Latin music, rightfully giving them a share of an ever-growing pie of hungry music fans. We are confident that Audiomack’s free suite of tools, including the Creator App, Supporters, and discovery solutions, will connect this growing genre with prospective fans worldwide. Our mission is to be a catalyst for the genre’s international growth, much like our impact on Afrobeats’ popularity in the West, for years to come and share the talents of these undeniable artists with Audiomack’s users.”

The inauguration of the new vertical pays homage to the genre’s long history and legacy in India and Pakistan. It’s an opportunity for Audiomack to better serve fans around the world, educate new listeners about the Punjabi sound, and highlight the region’s cultural achievements.

“Punjabi music has been pushing into the mainstream space like Latin and AfroBeats for a minute. It’s great to see Audiomack have their ear to the ground and have the foresight to give our music the platform it deserves,” Punjabi artist Jaz Dhami said. “I feel Audiomack will help close the gap between genres even further as it’s not your typical streaming site. Globally, this is going to help link artists like never before.”

Beyond Asia, the genre is popular amongst the massive Indian diaspora across the globe.

“We are delighted to formalize the association with Audiomack, allowing our artists and the extensive catalog of Punjabi music to reach global audiences along with the other popular genres like hip-hop, Afro Beats, Latin and many more,” Believe Digital Regional Director (Believe – Artist Services, India) Shilpa Sharda said. “This collaboration will be a great addition to our existing brand relationships and an immense opportunity for our artists to build up their fan base internationally.”

More information about Audiomack Punjabi can be found here.

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Jim Jones and Migos “Set The Trends” With New Groundbreaking NFT Video

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Watch We Set The Trends and travel into the metaverse in this masterful video directed by EddieVisual (BAYC#4524) and Yasha Gruben (Grammy Nominated Director), as we bounce between eclectic digital worlds. This collaborative project features 15 incredible visual artists of wildly different styles, and is nothing short of impressive.

The all-star visual team includes designer and LVMH prize winner Kidsuper,  ASAP Rocky’s former creative director Robert Gallardo, Iconic pfp artist Somehoodlum, Hip-hop NFT Icon Tilla Vision, Top BAYC Animator Idrawanimation, Digital Craftsman Guy Bergman, and many more.

The video is premiering exclusively in the metaverse today, in Decentraland to be exact, who is unveiling a brand new digital movie theater just for this release. Limewire will be sponsoring the Metaverse event, yes you heard that right – Limewire!

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Kanye West Files New Trademarks That Expands Yeezus Brand

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Kanye West is a man with endless ambitions. The hit producer, who morphed into a Grammy Award-winning artist, is already the dominating music and fashion industry, but Ye wants more. It’s reported that Kanye West filed 17 new trademarks all surrounding the Yeezus brand. Mr. West filed trademarks for amusement parks, NFTs, toys, campaign buttons, clothing, cosmetics, and household items.

The news of Kanye filing trademarks for most of these items comes to no surprise seeing that he’s steady taking on new business endeavors. What fans should be surprised about is the trade mark for NFTs. Kanye didn’t hold back when he expressed how he felt about the metaverse. Back in February, Mr. West wrote on Instagram, “Do not ask me to do a f*****g NFT. Ask me later,” Seemingly later is now because according to his new trademarks, Kanye has a future dealing with NFTs.

READ MORE: Kanye West Signs Boston Celtics Guard Jaylen Brown To DONDA Sports

Along with the new trademarks surrounding the Yeezus brand, Kanye is building a strong roster for his DONDA sports agency. Already he’s partnered with Antonio Brown, signed NFL champion Aaron Donald, and Boston Celtics shooting guard Jaylen Brown just announced his arrival to the squad. “I’m team Ye,” said Brown.

Who knows what Kanye plans on doing with these new ideas, but we’re sure the world wants to know.

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Instagram Announces a New Visual Refresh

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With a revised visual identity, Instagram has given its colors, typeface, logo, and other brand aspects new life and meaning. The new system is built to support ongoing evolution so that we can provide our community with more immersive and inclusive experiences.

The gradient has been rebuilt in bright hues to make it feel more lighted and alive, as well as to signify moments of discovery. Instagram Sans, our new typeface, was created with our legacy in mind and contains numerous global scripts. Content-driven, the new layout and design system celebrates innovation, simplicity, and self-expression.

To make the gradient feel more lighted and alive, a unique 3D modeling approach was used. The entire color system is built around the Instagram gradient, which is made up of our brand colors. The gradient in Instagram’s marketing, logo, and even in-app, as seen in Create mode, stickers, and Instagram Story rings, communicates moments of discovery through lighting. We’re pleased to bring the vitality of the new gradient to the Instagram experience.

You can learn more about Instagram’s changes here.

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NBA 2K x SoundCloud Announce Winning Artists For NBA2K22 Soundtrack

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The global music search is over for SoundCloud and NBA 2K’s “2K Beats: The Search” to discover the next generation of emerging artists. Today, SoundCloud and NBA 2K revealed the first 10 winning artists including 4KPHIL, J Nolan, Jamari, KC Carter, Lulu Be., Neek, OttoMattic, Samad Savage, Shiwan, and Third Coast Chris whose tracks will be featured in the NBA 2K22 Season 7 soundtrack heard by players around the world. Fans can discover the new tracks in-game starting May 20th, and today in the playlist on SoundCloud here. 

The winning artists were handpicked by SoundCloud and NBA 2K from more than 15,000 submissions and feature some of the hottest new original tracks from emerging artists who are gaining traction from fans on SoundCloud alongside top artists on the soundtrack such as Aitch, Freddie Gibbs, Megan Thee Stallion, Metro Boomin, Saweetie, Skepta, Smino, and many more. Get to know more about the first wave of winning artists from “2K Beats: The Search” below. 

“I grew up playing NBA2K and the NBA as a whole,” says 4KPHIL. “Rap music goes hand in hand with the game of baseketball, and I’m ecstatic to have my song included in the 2022 soundtrack.” 

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Worldstar Hip Hop Releases New Sports Podcast ‘Kiss & The Myst’

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How do you stay up-to-date with sports news? There are various ways to keep track of the latest in the sporting industry, including signing up for newsletters, social media accounts, and listening to podcasts. 

Sports podcasts have become increasingly popular in recent months as more sports fans turn to them to get the latest information. This is partly because, as compared to reading through newsletters or watching the news, podcasts provide an entertaining and engaging alternative to visual media, cutting on the amount of time spent on screen time. The current trend has also led to more podcasts opening up, with Worldstar Hip Hop being the latest. Worldstar Hip Hop has recently announced the opening of their new sports podcast Kiss & The Myst.

According to Worldstar Hip Hop, the main reason they started the podcast was to create a community of sports fans where everyone will feel at home. There are various types of sports, and sometimes it can be really hard to find all the latest information in one place. With Kiss & The Myst podcast, which will air on Worldstar Hip Hop, their focus is shining light on all types of sports and discussing what’s trending in the sports world.

The show is hosted by sports analyst and handicapper Mystic Zach Hirsch alongside celebrated rapper and sports enthusiast Jadakiss. Having been in the industry for years, their diversity and experience make them a perfect team.

Mystic Zach is one of the most trusted voices in sports, with a following of more than 1 million on Instagram. He has a decade of professional and proven experience under his belt working with some of the top sporting brands, including BetMGM and BetOnline.ag. Zach has had the opportunity of interviewing top athletes and even produced and directed two successful digital short films- Don’t Sleep on Jake with Jake Paul and Beyond The Ring: Bounty for WorldStar HipHop.

Jadakiss is a renowned rapper and avid sports fan. Jada has been in the music industry for more than three decades and has risen to become one of the biggest forces in the NY Hip Hop scene, with his songs attracting a lot of attention. He is a two-time Verzuz winner, and he recently had a chance to perform at Madison Square Garden in December, 2021 on behalf of the NY Knicks and debuted the Kith x Nike x NY Knicks Collection.

Mystic Zach and Jada say they have always had a deep passion for sports and music, and through their new podcast, their mission is to keep their listeners informed on all the happenings in the sports world. The two will be highlighting a number of sports, including football, basketball, and even horse racing, among others.

To give the audience a much broader view, Kiss & The Myst will also be having guest hosts. Jada and Zach say they have already spoken with their first guest and are finalizing all the necessary arrangements. The first guests to make an appearance on their podcast show will be rapper Dave East and NBA player Chris Brickley.

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