February 5, 2021 - Music Observer

Cameron Hardy, an Up-and-Coming Artist Set to Debut in 2021

Music Observer Staff on February 5, 2021

Today, singer-songwriter Cameron Hardy awaits the highly anticipated release of his debut single. The forthcoming project—including co-writes from industry powerhouses such as Delacey (Halsey’s #1 hit “Without Me,” Zara Larsson’s “Ruin My Life”), ROLLO (Ava Max’s Certified GOLD “So Am I,” Noah Cyrus’ “Lonely”), Ryan Ogren (Maroon 5’s “Nobody’s Love”)—will hit streaming services this spring.

Collaborating with creative director Amber Park, the captivating debut video will unveil the world of Cameron Hardy, driven by expensive, elevated, iconic elements and overall luxurious visual identity. The video will premiere exclusively on YouTube Music/VEVO.

Of the debut track and forthcoming project, Hardy says, “It feels so good to finally be releasing the first single so soon! I’ve spent years locked in a studio, figuring out who I am as an artist and I’m ready to reveal that to the world. A theme that resonates throughout the project, ‘I Thought You were Lonely’ is about the pain that comes with losing someone after being at your most vulnerable. It also touches on the duality of the heartbreak and gratitude, something that you often go through at the end of a relationship.”

Cameron has a social following that reaches an audience of over 11.5 thousand on Instagram. Cameron teased the debut track on his Twitter. You can listen to it here.

2021 sees Hardy commanding complete creative control through writing his own songs, producing and creating his own visuals—further solidifying himself as an embodiment of the modern-musical generation.

Learn more about Cameron Hardy through his website, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube channel.

2K Ponce Juno — The “Soul Man” Is Back with a New Remix

Music Observer Staff on February 5, 2021

Originality in the music scene is a dying attribute, but one artist from New York is putting in work to retain the originality in the music art. With a heavy influence of Caribbean sound on his Hip-Hop sound, 2K Ponce Juno creates a danceable tune that his audience has come to love over the years. His 2019 smash hit, “Go Pretty Girl” gave him massive traction, and he released a remix to the song on January 15, 2021. In the remix, 2K Ponce Juno teamed up with Jamaican Dancehall legend DJ, King Beenie Man and sultry Jamaican singer, Princess Double K.

2K Ponce Juno has put in work over the course of his career and has scored some collaborations with other talented artists. His latest song, “Go Pretty Girl Remix,” produced by Max, has generated a lot of buzz in the mainstream Jamaican media and entertainment space. His reputation as an internationally recognized artist signed to Sony Music Group has played a huge role in promoting his music and craft as a whole.

“Go Pretty Girl Remix” is a song for the women and according to 2K Ponce Juno, he featured King Beenie Man on the remix because he needed someone who appeals to the female audience and can give the song the boost it needs. After his first album, “Concrete,” it is nearly impossible to disagree with 2K Ponce Juno’s style and strategy to export as much Caribbean and Reggae vibes as possible.

Beyond music, 2K Ponce Juno is a fashionable musician. He puts a great deal of effort into his wardrobe and styling, and Jamaican media has recognized him often for his style. He was recently announced as an ambassador for Kim Birkedal Hartmann’ Revanche Cognac which he has admitted to be one of the few things that have gotten him excited recently. “I’m surprised about the recognition. I cannot describe how honored I feel, but I am extremely thankful that the company believes in me and thinks me worthy of this role,” he says.

Before the COVID-19 pandemic broke out, he was on the Sony/Orchard and Mo Thugs Family’s “Most Blunted Tour.” During the pandemic, 2K Ponce Juno kept working behind the scenes to create timeless and entertaining music. He has also been actively involved in helping people around him as he believes that anybody that gives is bound to win some time.

2K Ponce Juno’s goal for his music is to make people happy. He wants people to listen to Hip-Hop and feel good about it. In his words, “Music is good for the soul, and I want to make more music to help people feel good.” He is open to collaborations with both independent and mainstream artists over the next few years. With his new single, he hopes to cement himself as a force to reckon with in the Hip-Hop world and propel his brand to global status.

Learn more about 2K Ponce Juno on his official website. Also follow him on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter pages.