Artistes like Brandon Riley are rare in modern music. His shiny vocals and lyrics set him apart, but his determination to succeed in music is truly commendable. He started out playing with different bands, teaching himself instruments, singing, and songwriting. Now, he has made it even further in the game with the release of his second single, “Scar Tattoo”.  

The song starts with a sweet guitar phrase accompanied by piano chords with heavy reverb. Brandon’s voice comes piercing in and the sweetness of the guitar disappears for a moment. The change that comes about a minute into the song signifies a change in the attitude and the approach that must be taken if your world ever burns down. The late introduction of the drums allows us to hear him clearly with no interference, and by the time they come in, you may already be singing along.

Riley sees his scars as a way to “stand out from the crowd” rather than a negative thing. Brandon Riley enforces the idea right through the song that we should be proud of our scars, remembering that what we go through doesn’t have to define us. This message is one that has the power to put others in a better mindset, regardless of what they are up against.

Being influenced by turbulent times in American History like the Roaring Twenties and The Great Depression, Riley’s music is full of substance. He preaches the ideology that even in the darkest times, we can rise to the occasion and enjoy doing so. This is reflected by his musical content, and it shows great promise as a new artiste. Riley draws a lot of inspiration from The Beatles, so you know you can expect great things from him.

‘Scar Tattoo’ was released on September 17, 2021 and can be heard on all music platforms. You can listen to the song here.

‘Product of US’ is a musical duo from Ibiza, Spain. They are Darren Rodgers, aka Damon Hess, originally from Sheffield, UK, but decades resident and now a citizen of Spain, and Dale Nolan aka Dayl from Shannon, Clare in Ireland. Both artists are meticulous in their approach, and they are now known for their tremendous musical talents while keeping the fun up!

Damon, a beloved island DJ with a consolidated career that spans over 10 years internationally, and Dayl, who’s been spinning for more than 8 decades but just popping into the public eye in 2020, have taken the audience high in their feelings. Obviously, they are passionate about music and tunes, but one thing that sets them apart is that they are genuinely best mates, and they take any room for a journey together. They have recently graced the Roger Sanchez event at Eden Ibiza as the closing act for the second installment of the Ibiza club revival. The crowd’s response was nothing short of amazing. Their flow as a duo is something to watch for. No doubt, ‘Product of Us’ is shaping out to be quite the big deal in Ibiza and keeps on reaching the international market ever since prestigious labels such as Anjunabeats featured them in one of the famous label Rising Volumes, with a live set filmed in the said island.

Ibiza has been the world’s meeting point for raising DJs in search of a space to prove their skills to labels, club owners and feed off the energy of sun-seekers from all over the world, but what about duos? ‘Product Of Us’ can’t be categorized; they fall into that type of a beautiful grey area where you have an Ibiza legend Damon Hess spinning the whole dancefloor to the stars and Dayl holding them up there in a nostalgic-like trance, progressing it all together into a crafted experience for the senses.

Partygoers stopped it all when ‘Product of Us’ showed up for their slot in the star-studded lineup, danced with their everything, and stayed demanding more music after they were finished. The duo was able to summon euphoria, and it fell, utterly flooding the whole venue. They have been able to keep the momentum alive ever since they started this venture in mid-2020, especially when being on hold for months because of the world’s current situation. They adapt, know their audience, and cater to them, which might be another way to say; successful. They are quite known now, and even more after tonight, hundreds of attendees with their cellphones out recording the experience. They captivated the entire audience with their peppy tracks and inimitable body language. ‘Product of US’ mainly caters to the listeners of progressive, melodic, and emotional tunes, but their music, in reality, can be universal, the kind of music you could put anyone there, and it would be just wonderful.

‘Product of Us’ has already collaborated with big music labels like Luigi Rocca’s 303 Lovers, Tough Love Get Twisted Records on Sony, and newly released Anjunabeats. The duo has also reached the top position in Beatport in the progressive house category.

‘Product of US’ has already started transforming over their short period as a duo together, joining hands with several other famous artists like Kieran NG, Lewis Dennis, and Jamie Wiltshire.

Immediately after their 2nd event tomorrow, “WNDLRND“ at Eden again, Damon and Dayl will brace up for the grand release of ‘Reality,’ the first single of ‘Product of US.’

It is pretty much safe to say that in the Island of Ibiza, “Product of Us” has made the most out of this year’s short and overly restricted summer, the boys can deliver, and we will keep hearing about them for years to come.

‘Product of Us’ continues to march ahead as a solid up-and-coming musical genius DUO. They are redefining the progressive and melodic genres in their renewed avatars. Looking into the near future, there’s no doubt; both of these guys are unstoppable. Damon (DJ) and Dayl (Producer) will be producing, fabricating, and labeling a lot of memories with their music in 2022; they will be the product of choice for everyone… the ‘Product of Us’.

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Today, people turn to music for different reasons. This undisputed reality could only mean that the craft has evolved into something more than a source of entertainment and leisure. As a matter of fact, the world’s greatest artists and songwriters are those whose love for music is deeply rooted in storytelling, purpose, and authenticity. Such is the case with Ladi D, an up-and-coming rapper who took the industry by storm with singles that parade a dynamic style ranging from R&B to pop. 

Hailing from Houston, Denitra Hicks-Smith, more prominently known as Ladi D, is an American rapper, songwriter, and entrepreneur. With her unique, sensual, cool, and fiery flair, this rising star has earned a reputable stance in the realms of rapping and songwriting. As soon as she shared her music with the world, she proved to wield an undeniable talent that molded her into one of the hottest hard-hitting artists of all time. 

Although Ladi D only made her debut in 2021, she is already recognized as a force to be reckoned with. Despite being a new and emerging artist, she was privileged enough to work with Lil’ Flip, T-Rell, and many others. Some of her hottest tracks are “Keep It Real,” “Let’s Go,” “Screens Fall,” “Tellin No Lies,” “Choices,” “Look at Me,” and “Pull Up.” 

The music scene is known to be saturated with hundreds and thousands of established names and powerhouses. However, Ladi  D is still able to make her mark on the industry through her distinctive artistry and genuine flair. By creating music that speaks volumes about authenticity, realness, and individuality, the artist gives listeners a glimpse of life-changing experiences that lead to a better and more fulfilling life. 

Aside from taking the music industry by storm, Ladi D is also sending significant waves in the entrepreneurial landscape with her record label called Royalty Only Entertainment. Through this company, she gets to book and host her own events for music artists, poets, comedians, dancers, and DJs.

At the core of her career, Ladi D believes that her music can accomplish more than simply entertaining and giving fans a good time. As someone who has been through her fair share of ups and downs, she knows what it is like to ride along with the tides of life. In fact, what motivated this highly empowered woman to build her own brand was being a single mom, going through formative experiences, and feeling abandoned. 

As can be gleaned from her journey, Ladi D is a symbol of hope, strength, and independence. Through hard work, dedication, and perseverance, the multifaceted figure is now hailed as “America’s Next Hottest Female Rap Artist.” From the country streets of East Texas into the city streets of Houston, she is taking huge strides toward the summits of success.

In the coming years, Ladi D sees herself mentoring, rocking shows, and leading a strong empire that elevates and creates opportunities for others. With no plans of slowing down anytime soon, this go-getter is not afraid of going the extra mile to create music and build brands that embolden aspirants and empower laudable women just like herself. 

Learn more about Ladi D by visiting her website.