Malin Samarasekara is a talented music artist who was born in Sri Lanka and currently living in New Zealand. His passion for music drove him to become a professional music artist and producer.
Malin has a rich background in brand strategy, visual design, and music production. Extensive knowledge and years of valuable experience have helped him to rise to the top of the industry.
‘Chicken Dinner’ by Malin Samarasekara was a big hit and has received a lot of love from his fans. Check it out below and enjoy!
Trendsetta recently hit over 3 million views with his visual with Artist Show Banga titled: “Oh my god”
The video was shot in the Bay Area & Show Banga is featured on the track, Trendsetta is currently managing no artist at the moment but is actively always looking for new talent.
You can find more about the Artist “Trendsetta” on all his social media platforms:
Instagram.com/Trendsettalifestyle
Twitter.com/drthesetta
Be on the look-out for his upcoming album also & more new music and visuals from this extremely dope artist!!
“Set trends, don’t follow”
Fashion: Trendsetta Clothing Owner & Artist has been making noise with his brand!
This small business owner & Recording artist “Trendsetta” has been making some noise with his original brand Trendsetta clothing, we’ve recently seen a massive of really cool shoots with his brand on his page and loved his page and wanted to cover him!
Trendsetta clothing has been around since 2011 the independent small business owner has been working on building his brand with his eye catching colorful logo!
As a independent Artist it can sometimes be a challenge maintaining and having your own business, but “Trendsetta” is known for consistently thriving and pushing his brand in a positive light around his city in Las Vegas, Nv.
Trendsetta also plans to release more new merchandise throughout the summer..
You can also follow his social media accounts here: Instagram.com/Trendsettalifestyle Twitter.com/drthesetta
Social media is one of the most powerful marketing tools now in 2021 as an social media influencer also, “Trendsetta” works aggressively on giving opportunities to the people around his community and release’s various projects with different artist from all over the Bay, Los Angeles, CA area & more collaborating putting artist together on records similar to a DJ khaled or DJ drama of some sort, this cool influencer “Trendsetta” has a bright future & we are excited to hear more new projects and more release’s from his Trendsetta clothing brand.
Award winning filmmaker Antoine Allen is making an impact with his new female boxing film entitled “Lola,” which is currently streaming for free on Tubi TV. The film packs a powerful emotional punch. It features actress Taja V. Simpson as the lead character. She is best known for her current role on Tyler Perry’s hit TV show “The Oval.” Taja V. Simpson gives a stirring performance as Lola. We sat down with the director and writer of “Lola,” Mr. Antoine Allen, for an exclusive interview.
Congratulations on your success thus far. For people who are not familiar with you, tell us about yourself.
I had dreams like any other kid growing up, and it was those same dreams that allowed me to break through every obstacle in my path. Despite growing up poor in Jamaica, Queens, I was already rich with potential. I refused to let that define my future, I moved forward with a passion, drive, and tireless dedication that has now become synonymous with my brand Antoine Allen Films.
I began my career in the music industry, successfully managing independent hip-hop artists for many years. During that time, I had several experiences that opened my eyes to the fact that I had more to offer. It was at this time that the phrase “dream big or don’t dream at all” really hit hard.
Foregoing the traditional film school route, I began educating myself on all creative, technical, and business aspects of the process of the film industry and I never looked back.
Which filmmakers have inspired or influenced you?
The filmmakers who have definitely inspired me are Spike Lee and Tyler Perry. They are legends.
Take us through the filmmaking process. How would you describe your approach?
First, I come up with a story that I feel will make an impact. I love to make movies that strike an emotional chord. Next, I get together with my writing team to work on the screenplay. From there I produced the film for the world to enjoy.
What is it about the Lola character that has attracted so many people to film?
I struck an emotional chord with the “Lola” film and it’s something that people have not seen before in the history of the film industry. We’ve never had an Africa American female boxing movie franchise. I am proud of myself and my team for this.
What were some of the challenges you encountered making “Lola?”
One of my biggest challenges with preparing to film my female boxing feature film LOLA was when I went to the doctor for a check-up, because I was having headaches. I never went back home. I was on the borderline going into a diabetic coma. This was the result of not taking care of myself and thinking that I had all the time in the world. I was so wrong. I asked God to please let me finish my movie. I had invested so much time and money into this film project for me not to continue. I did not want that. I was able to finish the movie. I took six months off from work after I wrapped up my film. In those six months, I exercised, ate healthier and put my health first. And after it was all said and done I lost 100 pounds and now look incredible. Health is very important.
Will there be a sequel to “Lola?”
Yes! I will start filming “Lola 2” soon and it will be released in 2022. Stay turned
What other genres of movies will you be dealing with in the future?
I have a few holiday/Xmas movies in the pipeline.
Where do you see yourself 5 years from now?
I am planning to build a film school. That will help a lot of kids not only learn to be a filmmaker, but also teach them the business side of the movie industry. Most film schools don’t teach this side of the industry.
Lastly, remind everyone where they can watch “Lola” now and give some final thoughts for our readers.
Please go to Tubi Tv and watch my powerful female boxing feature film LOLA for free. Distribution is courtesy of Homestead Entertainment.
“Paul Alexander Low is a deeply talented musician and songwriter. His recent decision to shift focus to his music career is good news for us all!” StaticDive by Bob Smith
American artist Paul Alexander Low is due to release his new single ‘Alien Race’ on 4th June. The 2nd single from his debut album ‘Sunshine After The Rain’. The track features popular session musicians Rob Brian (Goldfrapp, Simple Minds, Peter Gabriel) and Simon Johnson (Tom Jones, James Morrison, Lana Del Ray).
After seeing support for previous singles across radio including the likes of BBC Solent, BBC Radio Tees and Amazing Radio and press outlets such as Vents, Lifoti and Americana UK Magazines, Paul Alexander Low is ready to release ‘Alien Race’ as the final single from the forthcoming album.
‘Alien Race’ tells the story of Low’s “clash with culture” in his time as a 1st Year Student at what was then Birmingham Polytechnic, now Birmingham City University. “Having grown up in a sleepy village in Wiltshire it was like landing on a different planet” says Low. “I felt like I had arrived in an alien civilisation but clearly I was the alien. It took me a while to settle in but in the end, I really enjoyed my time in the great city of Birmingham”
The resulting track is an upbeat and catchy Pop Americana song perfect for the summer season. The track starts with a memorable piano riff which pervades the song through-out. This is quickly joined by riffing electric guitars which together with Low’s characteristic powerful vocal delivers a solid punch.
With his much-anticipated album ‘Sunshine After The Rain’ due for release in July this year and the gigs once again returning, this won’t be the last you hear of Paul Alexander Low.
DJ Bad Gyrl, one of the leading voices of Internet radio, often referred to as the “Voice of Las Vegas” comes second to none with her daily Morning Mayhem Show and The Black box Series on 22.3 TOVR. DJ Bad Gyrl is regarded as one of the most influential voices in the radio community according to various media sources. I spoke with DJ Bad Gyrl about her station model, guiding principles, and the importance of inspiring others.
Over the years, DJ Bad Gyrl has built herself a number of solid relationships with some key players in radio such as Hall of Famed Bruce “Commander” Garrett. With DJ Bad Gyrls sexy soothing voice and successful career makes her no stranger to the industry as a matter of fact, she could almost be considered a vet in the radio game. She has been called the brainchild behind 22.3 TOVR and 22.3 TOMR. Our team at Billboard is so excited to interview DJ Bad Gyrl.
Billboard: Describe DJ Bad Gyrl in 5 words?
DJBG: Mother. Visionary. Rebel. Fearless. Leader
BB: Congrats on opening your sister station 22.3 TakeOver Miami Radio. How do you juggle 22.3 TOVR and TOMR?
DJBG:
Sometimes I ask myself that same question. Ya know what I am good at multitasking and I am very organized when it comes to setting up what is priority. I don’t have much of a personal life. I am always working but I am definitely on a mission so I don’t have time to do anything else.Good thing I have partners in Miami that help with the station. Teamwork makes the dreamwork.
BB: How would you define the DJ Bad Gyrl brand and the movement you represent?
DJBG: My DJ BAD GYRL brand is what I call Rebellious. A REBEL with a cause. I am a free spirit, I don’t like rules and I live life by my own standards. I don’t like to be controlled at all creatively, or in any regard period. The movement as far as 22.3 goes I want to build leaders, men and women. I want to build leaders to not only lead but build fearless leaders to create the dreams they want. With all this knowledge in business I realize I have a lot to give and a lot to teach. If anyone wants to learn from me, I am all about it.
BB: At what point did you realize your voice was impactful and capable of influencing the people?
DJBG: When I was told by a mega superstar in the media that I could use the airwaves to either inspire or destroy. I thought “Wow, that was powerful.” I knew then I would use the platform I was given to empower others and entertain the best way I could. Influence is a powerful word. I knew I had influence even back in high school when I used to dress differently and girls would copy. When you have influence you have to be careful how you use it. I want to influence people to do better, be better, and think better. Trust me having influence over anyone positively makes me very happy. I think we should all want to help inspire others to be their best.
BB: How would you compare your radio station to other internet radio stations in Las Vegas?
DJBG: I hope this doesn’t come off rude, but I don’t ever use comparisons to measure myself or my station. When you compare yourself or your brand to others you lose focus of your own vision. It’s dangerous to start making comparisons because that means you’re not really happy with your inner scorecard. As far as I am concerned I am creating the blueprint in my own lane. I know three stations here that have been trying to imitate almost everything we have done. Copying us by trying to create an award show AFTER I had mine at Park MGM, down to copying content schedules, but I am flattered by it. Again, it’s the influence, and I am ok with that. Clearly, it’s worth copying.
BB:What has given you the drive to continuously push yourself to do more?
DJBG: To be honest I wake up, and I feel motivated because I love what I do. Of course, my family drives me, but ultimately I am self-driven. I have no issues getting up and getting what I want. I create the life I want, and I don’t waste time thinking if I should, I am in beast mode most of the time.
BB: What made you decide to attempt a Guinness World Record that is very impressive?
DJBG: I decided to do a World Record because I wanted to be the first to do it in Las Vegas and in the World. Only five percent of people ever set a record. I can say now I am a part of that five percent, and it was a four-year project. I know a lot of people think this happened overnight but I actually applied in 2017, got accepted in 2019 and then executed this May 23rd three days before my birthday. To make it even more amazing we did this as a team on our actual proclaimed day in the City of Las Vegas. I am all about challenging myself to do things nobody else has ever done.
BB: How do you feel now that you completed this wonderful accomplishment with the Guinness World Record?
DJBG: I feel relieved, and it took me some days to catch up on my sleep. Nonetheless, if it wasn’t for my team I couldn’t have accomplished this, but that’s what we do. We are amazing at teamwork. I am happy we are now a part of such an amazing brand like the Guinness Book of World Records.
BB: Tell us the downside of the internet radio industry as the CEO that we don’t know?
DJBG: I’ll try to give you the short answer. I am going to be one hundred with you over the years. I have seen folks that come in and try to absorb game from me and leave. I have had folks try to tell me how to run this business, and they never had a business a day in their life. Furthermore, I have had folks try to criticize everything under the sun from the equipment, the chairs, literally anything they can think of to get out of paying their airtime. Not only that, but I have had an ex personality lie about having cancer to get out of paying her air time. I still have disgruntled past personalities who talk the worst sh** just to justify why I cut them from the team. However, I know the truth and I am okay with their opinion. In business there’s a downside to everything: you must have thick skin to deal with the silly stuff. I am personally not bothered by it. I am way too busy to even respond to it.
BB: What have been some of the challenges you’ve faced that have shaped your career?
DJBG: I have had personal challenges such as trying to have a successful relationship doing what I do. I am so busy, and it gets very difficult to make the time to uphold a relationship. If you date someone in the same industry there’s a commonality there and it could work. Dating someone who doesn’t understand the industry can be challenging having to explain all the nuances you face. At the end of the day I want to be with someone who can keep up with my lifestyle and work schedule.
BB: What is the next evolution of DJ Bad Gyrl?
DJBG: I try to stay present. Sometimes we try to plan the future, and it doesn’t work out. What I will tell you is I plan to do a world tour and become fantastic at motivational speaking. I want to tell my story, and motivate others to create the life they want. Furthermore, I want to eventually open two more radio stations. Anything I conceive in my little head I always bring it to fruition. Everything I said I would do I have always done. You will have to follow me to see what’s coming up next.
BB: If someone was interested in having a radio show with your station how would they contact you?
DJBG: You can contact me anywhere on Instagram, Facebook, via email whatever way is easiest for you. I am always looking to expand my team here in Las Vegas and Miami. Contact me any time.
How Did You Get Into Music & For How Long Have You Been Producing?
I’ve always been into music and since I was a teenager, back in Italy, I’ve explored every angle of it and how to create sounds and later songs. I am an early self-learner, this passion led me to fall in love with the art of being a DJ and a music producer afterward. I’ve been strongly influenced by the techno and house scene from Catania, my hometown. It’s been more than ten years since I’ve aimed to start a career in releasing music and performing.
What Inspires You & What Makes You Want To Keep Producing Music?
I am driven by emotions, when I’m in the right mood my creativity would show up and it would start to throw new projects out of my mind. I remember the day I put together “Resistance“, for the label Neu Gravity, I was pretty stressed due to personal issues. In the evening, when everything’s solved, I was finally released and excited. At that moment I got the spark and I started working on the track all night long.
What Do You Feel Are The Other Elements An Artist Needs To Have As Part Of Their Product To Go Out There And Pitch It?
Nowadays I’m seeing so many artists with too many similarities and the same flow. In my opinion, an artist should have something out of the ordinary to shine. Talking about music, the sound should be unique, an artist’s mark. This is what I always try to do when I write my pieces, I want listeners to feel the difference and enjoy it.
What Are A Few Key Lessons You’ve Learned About Producing That Other Aspiring Musicians And Producers Could Take Advice From?
Don’t care about judgment, take the energy from haters and convert it into your music. Believe in yourself, you create your destiny. Never stop chasing your dreams. I had to move from Italy to Taiwan to achieve my goals, it’s not easy at the beginning but never give up
In Your Opinion, What Classifies As A Good Mix And A Good Master?
Mixing a track is that moment where you combine layers of audio to make one final track. From my point of view, when producing a track, everything should sound harmonic and in a complete frequency balance.
That’s already a key point, if you got this, you have a good mix.
Mastering is taking that completed mix out and preparing it for distribution. It aims to enhance and balancing particular characteristics of the track, by using Eq, compressors, limiters, saturators, imagers, and meters. It’s the cherry on the cake!
From DJ Producer To Entrepreneur, How?
I founded “Our Muzik”, a community that aims to bring European music style and spread House and Techno around Taiwan and Asia. In 2020 we organized our first successful festival attracting global attention and international press such as Mixmag Asia. We are growing up and our audience as well. The next step will be to register “Our Muzik” as an official record label and to start releasing the music of Taiwanese talented producers and artists from all over the world.
The rising talent of Gianluca Gallo is giving something to talk about now through the song “Bailando Mambo” where he, in complicity with Lydia Breska, exploits the Latin rhythms seeking to make more and more audiences dance.
With extensive experience behind and having success on his side, Gianluca Gallo once again shares with his audience all that potential that he possesses, although today it is the Latin rhythms that give account of his voice and charisma, this through a hundred percent song. Dance hundred entitled “Bailando Mambo”, where he also shares his talent with that of Lydia Breska who, with her vocal timbre, gives this proposal a feminine touch to make it even more palatable to the auditory sense.
“Bailando Mambo” is a piece that invites body movement from the first notes, a story that is told in two languages, seeking not only to conquer the auditory sense of Gianluca Gallo’s loyal followers but also of those Latin audiences who like rhythm contagious and who is looking for proposals impregnated with quality and talent.
At the same time it means the new musical step for Gianluca after the great success he achieved with the remake of the very popular song “Susanna”, a work that had obtained more than 2 million visits on YouTube, more than 1 million reproductions on Spotify, more than 50 magazine slots in the US and Europe, plus 1,500 radio stations around the world and 1 month of broadcast on MTV US.
In this 2021 it is time for a new proposal one hundred percent danceable, loaded with a lot of Latin rhythm and with the quality and talent that has characterized the career of Gianluca Gallo, an artist who from a very young age showed his musical abilities and who have done it.
Led to be a great figure not only in his native Italy but also in other countries where the public dances and enjoys his proposals. “Bailando Mambo” will be available on all digital platforms, a proposal by Gianluca Gallo to brighten this time that is being lived worldwide and that is necessary for many people who are looking for in music, a proposal with quality that is the perfect pretext to start dancing.
BIO GIANLUCA GALLO
Born in Agrigento in 1974, Gianluca Gallo began playing the guitar at the age of only 12. at the age of 13 he passed her exams entering the Music Conservatory of Palermo. at the age of 16, he formed his first Rock group, not neglecting his studies at the Conservatory. In the meantime he began composing and singing Italian Rock style songs and after having sent auditions to various show agencies, he was called to perform in the concert of some singers such as Francesco Baccini, Luca Barbarossa, Andrea Mingardi, Los Locos. In 1998 he recorded a song titled (Quanto Tempo) and it is thanks to this song that has been successful in Sicily and southern Italy, this song is passed on the radio and Gianluca is called as a guest in various events of Piazza and also host of television programs . In 1999 he began his Tournée with 7 dates in the Sicilian squares, with Pop Rock songs written by himself, obtaining great favor from the public and reaching in some squares an audience of 5.000 people. In 2001 he finally released his first single CD titled (Un tuffo al Mare) a joking single that goes a bit ‘out of the rules, the electro-pop-Latin style, and this time begins another tour with 10 dates. In 2007 comes the single (È Tardi … Arrivederci) that brings Gianluca a decent success in Italy, first through a television commercial that uses the song and then through over 400 national radio stations that pass the song. 2020 Gianluca is the time of Susanna, this is a remake of the very popular Susanna song. Susanna had obtained more then 2 million views in YouTube, more then 1 million plays in Spotify, more then 50 magazine in USA and Europe, more then 1500 Radio worldwide and 1 month of streaming in MTV USA.
2021 in 13 of May Gianluca will Release the new song Bailando Mambo in Latino Style in all digital platform Worldwide.
SONG INFO DOCUMENT
TO BE COMPLETED BY ARTIST
Artist Name: GIANLUCA GALLO Song Title: BAILANDO MAMBO Release Date: 13/05/2021 ISRC Code: QZHN42116805 Main Genre: LATINO Sub-Genres: POP LATINO Instruments Used: DRUM, PERCUSSION, SAX, TRUMPET, TROMBONE, PIANO etc. Similar Artists For This Release: LOU BEGA, GENTE DE ZONA, LUIS FONSI
How Was The Song Recorded (what was the process like, who was it recorded with, how was the track create)? I am Gianluca Gallo, I have created my song in my recording studio. I done all the things, Because I am Guitar Maestro and Singer songwriter, also I am Sound Engineer.
What Inspired You To Write / Create The Track?
I was Inspired to the Latin character in general, of course I have my style, that’s why in my previous release Susanna can listen the saxophone and this have again to the BAILANDO MAMBO
What Is The Message You Wish Listeners To Take Away From The Track?
My Message is: Enjoy my Bailando Mambo and start to dance with my song.
How did you get into music?
I was very young when I start to play, then I was study in Conservatorio of Palermo guitar and singing.
Any Previous Press / Radio / Streaming Coverage You Have Had Before
in 2020, SUSANNA
Do you have any gigs/tours planned in the future? Where?
We talk now, but no sure, hope in Mexico, Nicaragua, Miami , America Latina
Anything else that you can think of that is really important and you want people to know about you? Yes, The people need to Know, I love the music and love to stay in contact with my funs, and I hope we will asap start with my TOUR BAILANDO MAMBO
Additional Information:
Artist name: GIANLUCA GALLO song title: BAILANDO MAMBO Music genre: POP LATINO
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major effect on our lives. Many of us are still facing challenges that can be stressful, worrisome and overwhelming. Public health actions such as social distancing are necessary to reduce the spread of COVID-19, but they can make us feel isolated and lonely.
“We should remember that this is absolutely the time to lean on each other. Even if we can’t be close physically, we need to stay close emotionally – hence the reason for me to write ‘Trying Times’ – Says Mosi Dorbayani, the acclaimed Canadian Songwriter
Trying Times is a coaching message song to comfort those, who are affect by COVID pandemic, especially mentally. It strives to bring us joy and happiness and it reminds us to stay positive while facing crisis.
This song is arranged in ‘Rock’ genre, and it is performed by American rising star, Laura Wright.
Trying Times, and its music video is now available on YouTube and across all digital platforms.
ntroducing Hawaii native pop singer, songwriter Ryan Lagup (La-Goo) who has a new single dropping on May 15th on all music platforms online via Movement Records. This is the third single release off his album, “Beat Shop” which released on March 26th 2021. A music video will drop soon on the website www.ryanlagup.site and on YouTube. The song written by Ryan is a pop upbeat song with catchy lyrics. “You earned that money every penny that you got, the monies coming in flowing fast non stop, Louis Vuitton wallets phat bills in your wallet. dollars yen and euro over flown from your pocket” – Chorus to Money In Your Pocket. This will be a hit and is already hitting the radio airwaves.
Dawan Hopson, stage name Kentucky Boy, is a man who grew up in the mean streets of Hopkinsville Kentucky. He started rapping and freestyling at the age of 10 in the lunchroom of his Hopkinsville grade School cafeteria. Although he never graduated from high school, he had always dreamed of becoming a rap superstar. Throughout Dawan’s life, he sold drugs, stayed in and out of jail, and has even been shot. You would assume that he was the typical rapper! But Mr. Hopson is now a changed man. In fact, he is a very talented music mogul, who has managed to follow his dreams. He even once toured with the multi-platinum selling rap group, Nappy Roots, as their opening act from 2004 to 2012.
Dawan even signed a record deal back in 2006 with Universal Music Group. He was indeed the total package in the Hip Hop industry. He created a strong fanbase, due to his reality-based songs about his struggles and triumphs. His dedication, and hot creative style set him apart from the competition. People could relate to his music because, he made street anthem and songs for the underdogs. He was the first artist to create the phase “Act A Donkey,” which was a hit single. Dawan earned the title of Mr. ACT A DONKEY HIMSELF. Now many artists today use that phrase.
Kentucky Boy isn’t an artist anymore, but he is honored to use all his years of experience in the music industry to help up and coming artists thrive. He teaches artists the importance of knowing and understanding the music industry so that they can be successful. And he has high hopes for the next generation of artists coming after him. Kentucky Boy Entertainment LLC is a music marketing and promotions company based out of Kentucky which is owned, ran, and operated by Dawan Hopson aka Kentucky Boy. His mission is to help develop, manage, and market independent artists by bridging the gap to a successful career.
Follow Kentucky Boy on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/therealkentuckyboy/
