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Think back to the 1st time you heard Mary J or Keisha Cole. The voice, the talent, the look. More than that its the songwriting and their ability to tell their story of pain connects with the audience on a much greater level. Maraiika is that kind of artist.

On her new song "Special" she allows listeners in on a very personal story and shares her inner-most feelings. "Special" is a relationship song where she finds herself in the middle of a twisted love triangle. She can't sleep at nights, because the one she loves continues to play games with her. And to think, they could've been something "Special". Listen as Maraiika sings her heart out for the new single off her up coming EP. Stay tuned for the release date and follow Maraiika below! Visit se7enfigure.com

More about Maraiika~

"My name is Maraika Harris, I am from one of the hottest musical city’s, Toronto. My background is Jamaican and Guyanese. Since my father passing i have been living with my mother. I started dancing when i was 3 years old which lead me to enter a dance competition with kids that was 16 when i was 6. I always loved dancing but i fell in love with singing when i was 14. I did not know i could actually sing until people around me were insisting how much i should that this seriously. While attending St.Edmund Campion Secondary School at 16 I joined a club named “midi club” we did a miniature music video and preformed for the Dufferin-Peel faculty. That year really sparked my drive to sing and make my own music.Music has always been a huge part of my life.Music helped me through the toughtest points in my life and at the tender age of 15,many people began to tell me they loved my voice and believed i could make it far as i singer. i began to dabble in song writing and found releasing my feelings,concerns and aggressions on paper to be very therapeutic and i also found it inspiring to me that people that people my age could relate to my music and this is what has kept me going thus far."

social media links:

twitter: https://twitter.com/maraiikamusic

soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/maraiika

facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maraiikamusic

IG: https://www.instagram.com/maraiikamusic

youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_smQbxd7q14

bandcamp: https://se7enfigure.bandcamp.com/music
website: http://www.se7enfigure.com

Nowadays everybody raps. Not everybody is good though. It has come to the point that our culture is filled with mumble rap, overly auto-tuned clowns with no sense of talent or art. Then you hear refreshing students of the craft like Kilo TheArtist, who channels the heart of the greatest rapper ever, 2Pac. Kilo is a rising hiphop artist who recently dropped a monster mixtape titled "Illuminated 2". Within just the 1st few tracks you will learn so much about him. Hear about his struggle on joints like "Soulful Intro". His hustler's ambition on "Anyways". A dynamic conscious banger on "Memories". A highly personal tribute to losted loved ones on "Say GoodBye". The list of dope concepts, stories, and certified bangerz goes on! All of these ingredients and more make new mixtape "Illuminated 2" a must listen! It is very apparent that Kilo TheArtist has added so much substance to this 15-track collection by giving us the real him. We highly recommend you check his latest video "Soulful Intro" and follow his growing movement below.

Julian Lamont Lowe, the rap artist now known to many as Kilo TheArtist or K.T.A. was born in the small town of Buckner, Arkansas. His venture into the business of becoming a rapper began approximately five or six years ago. Admittedly, his career has been a struggle to balance his life as an artist with his duties as a member of the U.S. Army. Kilo clarifies that he values the experiences and friends he has gained in the military. Although things can get hectic from time to time for this high-energy performer, he is dedicated to achieving his dreams.

Life hasn’t always been easy for this talented musician. The man you see before you today is the result of the struggles he faced during his life. In his own words, he is “the underdog, a person who is not supposed to be successful due to the disadvantages of life that many have and still face, but seldom overcome.” Still, his trials and tribulations have only made him stronger and more determined.

He considers himself a voice for those like himself, providing strength and encouragement through his lyrics and increasing success. He is a shining example of why no one should stop, but keep forging ahead, despite all setbacks. It is his hope that others can look to his ability to embrace what life had dealt him and be inspired to keep moving forward with their dreams.

His biggest influence in music has been Tupac Shakur, rapper and activist. Shakur’s ability to use his music to deliver a positive message of hope is a powerful one that Kilo fully embraces in his own efforts to succeed and get his message across.

Kilo’s music is unique in that it can be described in terms of sounding “like poverty, the struggle, power, happiness, sadness and hope, all in one.” He uses his storytelling abilities to deliver a message that emanates from within. His experiences as an activist and having grown up in the lower-class system in America play heavily into his music and his vision for the future.

Currently, Kilo is busy honing his music while doing shows across Europe. He has put out two mixtapes in less than a year - Illuminated and Illuminated 2 have already received outstanding results. He and his team continue to push hard to get his music into the hands of DJs, radio stations and many other platforms to increase the recognition he feels it deserves.

His hard work seems to be paying off in the form of public relations from a variety of sources that include All Unsigned FM, Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes, NLD Solutions, Underground Hip-Hop Hip Hop Weekly and ThisIs50.com.

As for what the future holds, Kilo hopes to just continue being the best he can be and influence positive change on the world around him through his music. Right now, he is currently working on more music, testing different sounds and just pushing the envelope to gain more notoriety on the music scene. His music is very much all about his fans, who inspire him to only work harder to provide music that will resonate with a strong message packaged into a vibrant sound with each listener.

There is no doubt that Kilo TheArtist is a rising star you’ll want to keep up with as his career soars to the top. You can follow him on Facebook or Twitter. Additionally, catch him on Reverb Nation, Sound Cloud and YouTube.

Mixtape: https://soundcloud.com/kilo-907117441/sets/illuminated-2
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kilotheartist
Twitter: @KiloTheArtist

I haven't heard anything this silky smooth since classic R&B hits like, Al Green's "Lay It Down" or Luther's "Take You Out Tonight". Iconic soul singer, Lenny Williams, releases a stepper's cut titled "She Said Ooh". This is an up-tempo party anthem where Lenny vividly walks you through a evening of dancing, drinks, and ultimate excitement! Ride the deep baseline as Lenny Williams sings his heart out in the name of love. Tonight anything goes! He lures listeners in as he wines and dines his young lady. Lenny has the entire night planned out for you. It is Friday night and he is fresh off from work. He picks up his outfit from the dry cleaners, grabs a dozen of her favorite roses, and now its time to tear up the dance floor! Download the new song, "She Said Ooh" today on iTunes and read more about the man, Lenny Williams, himself below.

"She Said Ooh" on iTunes
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/she-said-oh-single/id1198273524

Bio:

Ultimate soul crooner and Oakland native, Lenny Williams, possesses one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary music. With his rich, passionate vocal style, he is rightfully regarded as one of R&B’s most influential soul men.

Williams began his musical career making records that have become R&B and Pop classics (e.g. “Cause I Love You” (recorded on his solo album) and “So Very Hard To Go”, which he recorded as the lead singer of Tower of Power). Lenny Williams’ style has transcended into the new millennium, influencing many of today’s most popular R&B and Hip Hop artists.

Lenny sounds better than ever as he continues to keep the focus on love. “Love is what has gotten me through all of these years. I look for love and I surround myself with it”, Lenny says. When it comes to singing love songs, one must “go there to know there” and Lenny never left. He is able to take the listener to the heart of love with such soulful aplomb because love will never go out of style and no one does it better.
Born in Little Rock, Arkansas, Lenny moved to Oakland at a very young age. Learning to play the trumpet in elementary school fueled his interest in music. Lenny’s skills as a vocalist were first nurtured by singing in gospel choirs and groups around the Bay Area, where he was in good company working alongside up and coming artist Sly Stone, Andre Crouch, Billy Preston and members of the Hawkins family – Edwin, Walter and Tramaine.
After winning several local talent contests, Williams signed his first record deal with Fantasy Records. He recorded two singles for the label, including “Lisa’s Gone” [now regarded as an R&B classic among British soul music lovers] and “Feelin Blue”, written by John Fogerty of Credence Clearwater Revival. Lenny then spent a brief time with Atlantic Records before deciding to put his solo career on hold when he joined the emerging funk band Tower of Power in 1972. A string of hits ensued, including “So Very Hard To Go” and “Don’t Change Horses (In the Middle of the Stream)” [written by Lenny Williams and Johnny “Guitar” Watson]. During his two years with the group, Lenny participated in three milestone albums with them – [the gold LP] Tower Of Power, Back To Oakland, and Urban Renewal, while touring nonstop throughout the United States, Europe and Asia.

At the end of 1975, Lenny returned to his solo projects. Initially signing with Motown in 1972, he later moved to ABC Records in 1977 (which was then purchased by MCA Records in 1979). Over the next four years, Lenny scored ten charted hits, including “Shoo Doo Fu Fu Ooh”, “Choosing You”, “You Got Me Running”, “Love Hurt Me Love Healed Me” and “Midnight Girl”. Lenny recorded four more albums from 1977 – 1980, Choosing You (his first gold LP), Spark of Love, Love Current and Let’s Do It Today. These albums established a solid and loyal following for Lenny. The impact of his music can still be felt today, particularly the mega hit “Cause I Love You” [Spark of Love]. This song crosses generational boundaries and has frequently been used on old school and slow jam compilations throughout the years.
In 1986, Lenny was invited to sing vocals on “Don’t Make Me Wait For Love”, a song from superstar sax man Kenny G’s multi-platinum selling album Duo Tones. When released as a single in 1987, the song became a Top 20 Pop and R&B hit.

Over the past few years, Lenny has continued his solo career, touring the U.S., Europe and South Africa. In 2004 and 2005, Lenny and Kanye West were honored recipients of the BMI Songwriter’s Award for the song “Over Night Celebrity”, recorded by rapper Twista. He has recently shared stages with Aretha Franklin, Alicia Keys, K-Jon, Anthony Hamilton, The Whispers, Rick James, Boney James, Bobby Womack, The Ohio Players, Al Green, Usher and Frankie Beverly & Maze. Lenny has also expanded his multi-dimensional career to include acting, starring in several popular stage plays. As an icon of the past and present, Lenny Williams continues to expand his musical prowess and flex his newfound acting skills. He’ll surely continue to wow his fans in the United States and beyond for decades to come.

“I’m going to continue to evolve and grow as I learn and experiment lyrically and musically. I’ve been doing this for a long time now and I’ve been watching all of the changes going on in the music business. I have my own label now (LenTom Entertainment). Let me do my thing”, Lenny says. Yes, indeed, music lovers everywhere want him to do those things of which he is the musical master. Like a flowering perennial, prolific soul man Lenny Williams is always prepared for the spotlight in which he belongs.

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