Black History Highlight : Traven of Real Ass Conversations

Real Ass Conversations W/ Traven 

Written by Que 

Jersey Watch is proud to present one of Jersey's Finest: Traven Mable and the “Real Ass Conversations” Podcast. Traven is a Willingboro native with deep roots in the community being a graduate of Willingboro High School and former Chimera. We had the pleasure of getting to know him and his podcast behind the scenes earlier this week. I asked him about the blueprint for “Real ass Conversations” and how it came to be. This is what he had to say… 

“It happened organically actually" - Traven 

When I was in college, I noticed people usually had the same mentality when it came to certain questions or topics. Things would get awkward because I would always be the only person in the room with a difference in opinion.

One year, I came home and met up with some my best friends. We got together and had a real engaging conversation over this question: Would you rather work a job you hate for 5 years and make 20 million or would you work a job you love for 5 years and make 1 million? The responses I heard were all different! It was refreshing, the way each person articulated a unique perspective was dope and inspiring to me! I really wanted to take that environment back to college with me somehow.

The “Real Ass Conversations” podcast has been growing for two years now and the future is looking brighter than ever. I asked Traven about what his goal is for the show

"Long story short, the podcast became the bridge that allowed me to do so, in addition to giving me a platform to showcase others” 

“My whole goal is to make people think again" 

"Sometimes you need somebody there to challenge your logic to make sure you’re going in the right direction or to help you see another path.” - Traven

As an individual who has experience with the grind of being an independent content creator, I asked him about the most important things he learned along the way and why we all need to tune into “Real Ass Conversations”

You don’t want to depend on your friends and family. In order to grow you have to be comfortable with selling yourself to a stranger. The more you push through an obstacle on your own, the more people will want to support you. For example, if someone rides by you and you're trying to push your car they might get out and help you; but if you’re just standing there. They probably won’t even waste their time. You have to really get out of your comfort zone in order to reach a new audience. 

People need to tune into real ass conversations because we need to learn how to address the elephant in the room. Society as a whole is afraid to talk about things that may make us uncomfortable but sometimes all we need is to see someone tackle a challenge to help us feel like we can too. That’s why you need to tune in to these Real Ass Conversations so we can all work on becoming comfortable with being uncomfortable.

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10 Local Brands You Should Know Highlight (South Jersey Edition)

 

10 Local Brands In South Jersey

You Should Know

Written by Cutty

It's the last day of Black History Month, and we wanted to show you 10 brands from South Jersey that you should know. We want to keep more in our pockets so learn about these brands including some black-owned ones and check them out. Share with a friend if you see something that can help them or they may have been looking for. 

Vintage Extinction 

Vintage Extinction is a brand for both men and women. This brand is a South Jersey favorite, as it has been seen at the Melain Market in Willingboro, NJ. As the sole proprietor and a native of New Jersey, Sole infuses her personality into every aspect of her drip. She puts thought into every design to make sure it represents New Jersey in the right way. Make sure to check out Vintage Extinction if you are into streetwear; this is a brand you should have in your closet if you don't already. They constantly have deals running and new items being added every season. You can get gear for the whole family. Make sure to check them out today.

Justaicon 

Justaicon is a clothing brand made in New Jersey by New Jersey native Rico. This is a clothing brand that started with the message of being greater than your current self and becoming an icon. Their brand pushes a message of positivity to the youth, telling them to do more in life. They have now moved onto bigger things, having opened up their first barbershop in Eastampton, NJ. To see this brand go from clothing to an actual barbershop is an inspiration for anyone from New Jersey. Make sure to check out this brand. Get some merchandise and go get a haircut at their barbershop.

Ooh La La Vegan

Ooh La La Vegan is a vegan meal prep company. They serve vegan dishes daily and offer virtual cooking lessons to people looking to learn more about eating vegan. They are now based right in South Jersey, where their mission is to teach South Jersey all of the good vegan options they have around them. You can also order some of their exclusive menu items, which include a biscoff cake and many more. If being vegan sounds interesting to you, make sure to reach out to them to sign up for one of their virtual classes.

Studio View App 

Studio View is an app available on all Apple devices that allows you to book studio time directly from your phone. If you're looking for studio time in South Jersey, they serve multiple studios in the area. Look no further; all you have to do now is pull out the Studio View app and book time with a studio near you. This app has been created for you to be able to find studio time around you and book it directly from your phone. This app is a must-try for all musicians. They are also always looking for new studios to sign up for free on their platform. If you know one, tell them to download it and try it out. 

Hustle By Nature

Hustle By Nature is a clothing brand from the Camden area that has become very popular over the years. They had a humble beginning, having been in the clothing game for a while. Camden residents are aware that this brand has been around for some time and are aware of how far they have progressed. Recently, they have been seen on celebrities like Wallo267 and on bigger stages. Being a stamp of Camden, this is a brand that you should know about. You can order their clothes online or catch them at a pop-up. If you keep up with them on Instagram, you can find out more details.

Sunnie's Honey 

Sunnie's Honey, created by Willingboro native Sunnie, is the newest thing to hit your fridge. Sunnie Honey is a medicated honey that has different flavors for you to enjoy. One of the flavors includes lavender, which is known to be healing for your body. So every drop of Sunnie Honey is meant to make your morning or night just a little bit sweeter. Flavors change with the season, so make sure to contact Sunnie directly to get your jar today. You want to try this honey as soon as possible.

HypeCityShow 

Hypecityshow has been showing love to New Jersey for quite some time. They are an entertainment platform composed of exclusive content and interviews. They have conducted multiple interviews with South Jersey artists and creatives, and they have also covered South Jersey artists. Hypecityshow has been giving out opportunities to local artists for a long time, and we know you can find some great talent on their platform. Make sure you check them out on YouTube and listen to them on the radio as well. They are uploading new episodes weekly.

Delicious Dishes 

Delicious Dishes are a staple in Edgewater Park, NJ. They have been serving Jamaican food to the community for years. Every year, they stay consistent with their business, taste, and being a family-owned business. They have given back to the community by providing delicious food that is only available at Delicious Dishes. You can order oxtails, fried chicken, and so much more at Delicious Dishes. If you're looking to try some new food in the neighborhood, make sure to make a stop at Delicious Dishes.

Dirty Politics

Dirty Politics is a brand from Atlantic City, NJ. Dirty Politics is not only a streetwear brand; they also give out multiple opportunities to the community. In April, they will be bringing back another festival for NJ artists to perform at called Great Day Fest. They have more ventures coming up as summer is around the corner. This is a brand that has multiple opportunities attached to it. So if you are from the Atlantic City area, make sure to connect with them to find out what's going on in the area. They can have something for you to do or some dope gear to buy. 

Tattoo Studio 237

Tattoo Studio 237 is a brand new tattoo shop in Westville, NJ. This shop was opened by award-winning tattoo artist Juicehead. His dream is to deliver high-quality tattoos at a reasonable price. His mission is to make sure you leave happy when you leave one of their tattoo seats. He has years of experience that he puts into his shop to make you feel welcome. If you're looking for a place to get a tattoo in South Jersey, this is the shop for you to check out. We know you will have an amazing experience. 

These are 10 brands we think you should know about if you don't already. They are all brands we support and think you will love. They are majority also black-owned, so make sure you spend them dollars in your community. Let us know what you think about these brands below in the comments.

Pull Out The Beers For Rhythm & Brews

 

Rhythm & Brews in Mount Holly, NJ

Written by Cutty 

It was a special night over at Spellbound Brewery as Rhythm & Brews was back for the second time of the year. Presented by G-Willikerz and his crew, they put together this event to help local talent get seen by the community. Hosted by Wash This Podcast, Scoop, Truth, and Sole were in the building, and they were ready for the crowd. The seats were all taken, as the crowd knew tonight was going to be special. There were a lot of New Jersey artists on the bill, and we even got to see some Willingboro natives hit the stage. While there may only be 6 performers, the selection was handpicked, and every performer gave their own energy to the crowd. We heard a variety of flows from this night, ranging from conscience rap to straight bars. It was a good night to be a fan of hip hop; even during the middle of the show, the host of the night made sure the entertainment was tight with a hip hop trivia game that ended with some giveaways.

The start of the night was a heavy one, with the first performer being a Willingboro native, Pik Da Geek. His name being very unique just like his music. It was his first solo performance, and he wanted to give the crowd a treat. He gave the crowd all exclusive music for the night to see how the crowd would like it. Every time he sang, another person would get up and dance with him. This led him to do an a cappella live on stage, and the crowd erupted at the end. His performance was so good that the crowd made him do an extra song. Another artist who caught our eye was Ninetty from PS; he gave us straight bars all night. He even had the crowd chanting along with him. In every bar he spit to the crowd, his energy drew the room together. He also had two features: King Slim and DreArtist. He also previewed his newest single, which is coming out in March and is called "Dog Walk," which the crowd loved.

The night didn’t slow down as the host of the night had some things to give out to the crowd, Sole from Vintage Extinction was in the building helping host, and she gave away some exclusive merchandise to the crowd, one of which was a collaboration tee she did with Changed. Everyone in the audience enjoyed the hip-hop trivia, except Scoop, who knows far too much about hip-hop and knew all of the answers. Moving onto the second half of the show, there was still more dope New Jersey talent coming our way. Another artist that stood out to us was ER Black. His positive message in his music pulls you in as he also talks about deep topics in America. Dedicating one song to the passing of George Floyd, you could feel the energy in the room, and people could feel his passion in his music. The closer of the night, Straight Venom, is someone to keep an eye out for. While he parties like a rock star, his music is very relatable. He makes music most people in the room could relate to, and we can tell why they saved him to close out the show. His bars in the music were very mature and had a message. It was a perfect way to end out the show.

Overall, the show was amazing for everyone who came. We got to see G Willikerz give us a special farewell set that the people really enjoyed. He then thanks the audience for coming, saying that this was all a dream for him, and that seeing the lives he's changed along the way in his hometown is special. It was good to see the New Jersey natives supporting each other, both the ones who are new and the ones who are already in the game. It was a good night to be from New Jersey. 

Photos by @quen10_

Camp Neon Jungle (Exclusive Interviews)

 

Camp Neon Jungle

Written by Cutty 

The Jette Planes

The Jette Planes are a superstar young band that has Philly on fire right now. They kicked off the night and had the room's attention, as everyone wanted to see this band on the rise. The Jette Planes, who received a lot of praise throughout the night, are not to be missed. Come see what exclusives they gave us on some upcoming music. Find out about this and more below.

                

Wallace, Tonight 

Wallace, Tonight is one of our favorite bands of the night. They are so versatile when they play that you can love them for multiple reasons. We love the ability they have to pick up the energy or slow it down; it shows their true talents. We were able to see why they liked playing that way in this exclusive interview. Find out about this and more below.

                 

Riko And Whaler Collective 

Riko and Whaler Collective were some real rock stars that we enjoyed seeing perform. They performed at a very high level, bringing up the energy in the room. The crowd reacted to them very well, as you could see someone in the crowd hanging from the ceiling in excitement, and one band member joined in. He said, "Why not join the fun?" Find out about this and more below.

 

                 

Liquid Pennies 

Liquid Pennies was the closer of the night and did not disappoint one bit. They came all the way from Tampa Bay, Florida, and it was their first time touring in Philly and coming to Neon Jungle. Their performance was amazing, as they gave us a different sound, which the crowd enjoyed a lot. They also had merchandise with them and even cassette tapes for people to buy. Find out about this and more below.

                  

Play Music Conference (Exclusive Interviews)

1st Annual Philly Play Music Conference 

Written by Cutty 

STH Madness 

STH Madness is a music artist who is part of ABB. It was his first time at the Philly Play Music Conference, and we were able to catch up and talk about the experience he was having at the conference and also how it felt to perform at the first annual Philly Play Music Conference. Find out about this and more below.

                

Spook 

Spook is a music artist we have been waiting to catch up with. He has been doing his thing for a while, and we were able to see him at the Philly Play Music Conference. We talked about how he felt being there for the first time and how it felt to perform in front of a crowd. He also talks about what he does outside of music to help other artists. Find out about this and more below.

               

Blizz Automatik 

Blizz Automatik was present during the Play Music Conference and enjoying the show, and we were able to catch up with him. He was telling us about how the weekend was treating him; he spoke about both days he attended and what he planned on dropping next. We also got an exclusive during the interview on some new music that's coming sooner than you think. Find out about this and more below.

              

Terrance "Corky" Nelson 

Terrance Nelson has his own music management company and was present during the Philly Play Music Conference. We were able to catch up with him and talk about his artist, "DreArtist," who was performing, and we were able to hear more about his other two artists, who were also in the building. He goes on to tell us about his success in managing artists. Find out this and more below.

              

DreArtist 

DreArtist, the star of the night for us, was also at the Philly Play Music Conference. DreArtist has been on the move a lot over the last two years, pursuing his dreams, and we were able to talk about it. We also got to speak about his latest single, "Blackenese 2" which is officially out now. The single has been getting a lot of positive feedback, and he tells us how he feels about all the feedback he has been receiving. Find out this and more below.

             

It Was A Psychedelic Rave At Neon Jungle This Week

 

This Week At Neon Jungle Was A Good One

Written by Cutty 

Neon Jungle has been known as the go-to for basement parties on Saturdays. This week we were able to see something different, aside from rock music. This week was for the psychedelic lovers, and they got their show plus more. This week's lineup consisted of The Jette Planes, Wallace, Tonight, Riko and Whaler Collective, and Liquid Pennies. It was a very special show tonight as it wasn’t what the crowd was used to; this week we changed things up and the crowd enjoyed it from the rip. People sang, they laughed, and they bought vinyl and cassette tapes all night. It was a special night because you could feel how much everyone enjoyed being around each other. The music of the night definitely helped that feeling, as all of the bands exploded in their own way and made the night historic. It was a good night to be at Neon Jungle as the headliner was on tour and came all the way from Tampa Bay, Florida. This was going to be a night like no other.

The best way to start the night is to start with the Philly band, The Jette Planes, who are a young band going far. They had the crowd locked in, and while they were performing, everyone was watching. Nobody was upstairs during the performance, but every lady in the building was loving the performance, as you can hear them singing along to the songs the band played. They give you an amazing vibe when they play; their music sounds timeless, and you could hear their guitarist from the back of the room as the cords just hit your ears. They also gave the Neon Jungle crowd a treat for all the support and performed some unreleased music that should be released soon. The crowd was not disappointed with the music that they heard. Following behind them was Wallace, Tonight, who is fantastic, to say the least. With a band of 5 members, they each excel in their own way, giving you an amazing performance. Their lead singer did an amazing job leading the way for the band. The crowd was seen rocking their heads back and forth as they were locked into the performance they were giving. They gave you that real rockstar feel, as on their last song you could hear the people downstairs chanting loudly. They set the energy for the rest of the night.

The energy didn’t just stop there. What appeared to be a moshpit-free night quickly turned around when Riko and Whaler Collective took the stage. This band opened up the mosh pit for the night, giving the crowd such high energy during their performance. You could see people getting pumped up, as one person was seen hanging from the ceiling. As the person started hanging, the guitar player in the band decided to join him. It was so dope to see the energy start to pick up once they hit the stage. At one point, the band said, "Make sure you're having fun and being safe, guys." It was an amazing thing to see just how much energy can be filled in a room just by music. The crowd really enjoyed Riko and Whaler Collective, as when the last song came around, everyone was off their feet.

To end the night right, we had a special guest in the house. Liquid Pennies, a band from Tampa Bay, Florida, is currently on tour, with Neon Jungle being one of their stops. Their sound is what made them stick out so much, as it was very clear. You could hear their instruments playing all the way upstairs. They carried on the energy of the night, ready to end this amazing night for the Neon Jungle fans. Throughout the performance, people were actively on their feet. They really gave you that rockstar feel, you could feel the energy in the crowd build up as the members checked up on each other to make sure they were good, and everyone was all smiles. Liquid Pennies performed songs off of the cassette tapes they had for sale, which caused a line upstairs with people ready to buy 2-3 at a time. Philly gave them a lot of love for their first time out here, and you can tell they really enjoyed themselves and picked up a whole array of fans ready for them to come back. It was one of the greatest nights in Neon Jungle history and set the trend for what’s to come in the near future.

Photos by @wesleyandproductions

Lil Benzy MLMP Release Party (Exclusive Interviews)

 

MLMP is officially out now

Written by Cutty 

MCTheRockstar

MCTheRockstar is an artist from NJ, who performed live at Lil Benzy's MLMP release party. We catch up with MCTheRockstar to talk about his set and the new ventures he has embarked on. He lets us know the first song he performed was a song produced by MCVertt who produced Lil Uzi's "Just Wanna Rock", MCVertt also from NJ. He also leads by telling us how he produced his first beat and played it for the MLMP crowd to hear. Hear about all of this and more below. 

              

T$

T$ is a close friend of Lil Benzy and came out to support his recent project release. We were able to catch up with him as he told us some stories from before Lil Benzy got to this point and how proud he is of his progress. He also talks about his favorite song on the project. Hear all about this and more below.

             

Iussy 

Iussy is a close friend of Lil Benzy and his older brother, as he knows them from his past days. Iussy gives us an exclusive story of how he met Lil Benzy for the first time in America. He also tells us how Lil Benzy was doing while he was in Greece, letting us know this is just the beginning of what's to come moving forward. Hear about all of this and more below.

               

Lil Case215

Lil Case215 was a special guest of the night and gave the people a remarkable performance. Lil Case215 starts the interview by receiving his flowers for what he has done with his career so far. Gaining over 300,000 streams independently, he has been grinding hard. He goes into talking about his set, and he lets the people know the first song he performed was unreleased. Hear about all of this and more below.

                

Lil Benzy

Lil Benzy, the night's superstar, did not disappoint the audience. His project was loved by the people who came, and we are able to get some exclusive details about the project. He talks about the emotion felt in the room when he played the outro. The outro has easily become a fan favorite; it's a powerful song with a powerful message. Hear about all of this and more below.

               

Rising Star Lil Benzy Shows Out With The Stars At Release Party In Philly

MLMP Release Party In Philly

Written by Cutty

The time has officially come; the project MLMP (More Love, More Problems) is officially out now. Lil Benzy is back in 2023 with some new music, and the best way to celebrate was with a release party. Held at Unframed in Philadelphia, Benzy had the place decked out for his guests and friends. From having a runway photo op right in front of the venue to having custom balloons in the venue at every table, Benzy dug deep into his pockets for this release, bringing out heavy hitters like Lilcase215, MC The Rockstar, and Jers. It was great to see everyone together, especially the Aktive Records crew. Benzy played some tracks from past projects, along with songs featuring Mir Fontane. We also got to hear every track off the new project MLMP, and he gave us some exclusive insight before every song. The people loved the outro the most, as the message behind the song touched them. Everyone can relate to it; we all want to be great, and we have the potential, so we can't let anything hold us back. This is a song you should definitely be excited to get to. Overall, the project is very solid, and people enjoyed the first exclusive listen as well as Lil Benzy's live performance. 

The stars came out to show their faces for Lil' Benzy's MLMP release party; there were too many to keep track of, but we were able to catch some of the dope performances. Jersey artist MC The Rockstar gave the crowd some unreleased music for the special occasion. It was a song done on a beat he had produced for the first time. Previewing it for the MLMP crowd, they gave him a warm response. We were also able to see Philly superstar Lilcase215, who has been taking Philly by storm for quite a while. He performed some unreleased music, also saying, "It was a good night; I wanted to give them something special, for everyone who came out." His set showed some of the new Philly bounce as he performed a song that had the ladies in the room moving. We also got to see someone who has been with Lil Benzy since day 1, Jers, who came through to help host with Benzy for old times' sake. He also gave us a performance, which was very energetic! The people loved his energy throughout the night. It was a great compliment to the event.

The man of the hour, Lil Benzy, gave us a legendary performance. As seen by the MLMP shirts all together in the VIP area by the DJ Booth, he had his crew with him in the building. He started the night off by playing some of his already-released tracks for all the fans in the building. One song we enjoyed was the one he did with Mir Fontane on his previous project. They both mix very well together, and to see different sides of Jersey together is beautiful to see. He then got into playing the project for everyone to hear before they downloaded it. The intro of the project is the title "More Love More Problems" which was the first song previewed from the project and built up the anticipation of the project. As we got deeper into the project, more people fell in love with it. The song "Ima Flex" had everyone in the crowd jumping and celebrating. Before you knew it, we were at the end "Silence" which is the outro to the project. This song will have you in tears as it will inspire you to pursue your dreams. The crowd enjoyed this song the most. Overall, the project was loved by everyone who heard it, and people even downloaded it as they walked past the party. We suggest you give it a listen.

 

The project "More Love More Problems" is officially out and available on all platforms. Make sure to check it out today! What do you think of it?

Photos by @wesleyandproductions 

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Black Business Highlight - Cranky Granny’s Sweet Rolls

 

Cranky Granny's Sweet Rolls

Written by Cutty

It’s Black History Month, and we want to use this time to show you guys some black-owned businesses around your area! This business's highlighted name is "Cranky Granny’s Sweet Rolls." owned and operated by Sianni Dean, who began her business right here in New Jersey, right outside of her apartment, at age 18. We've seen the company grow from its humble beginnings in New Jersey all the way to Texas, where it quickly became a household name after her arrival. The company name was picked in honor of her grandmother, who is the definition of hard work. Sianni has been putting in her work for years. We have watched this company grow from pop-ups to a storefront. Seen at The Melanin Market in Willingboro, NJ. She would sell out in hours, her sweet rolls are undeniably good. She personally makes them along with help so every sweet roll has its own piece of Sianni love in it. The brand has grown quickly in a 5-year span reaching heights everyone back home is proud of. Cranky Granny’s is a business you should know about if you are into sweet rolls. She has a flavor for everyone to enjoy, even vegan!

Cranky Granny’s has gone from 3 flavors to over 10+ different flavors. She has just recently added vegan flavors, making her menu more versatile than ever. We also heard about her famous 24-karat sweet roll, sold exclusively in her first store. Her most popular flavors are, first off, her classic sweet roll, which is the OG of the sweet rolls. This is one of her fan favorites, and it started the expansion of other flavors. People would stand in line all day for a box of them. If you get to try one, you won’t be disappointed. Another all-star flavor is the cookies and cream; this is a heavy fan favorite. With the topping of Oreo cookies, this is a treat for all desert lovers. The perfect serving of Oreos and cream will have you ordering more than one at a time. It’s a must-try from her menu if you love cookie toppings. The last flavor we suggest you try is peach cobbler. We had only heard positive things about this one. People go crazy over that warm peach cobbler on that soft bun. It's the perfect amount of peach cobbler; it's not so filling that you can't enjoy the sweet cinnamon roll you came for. It’s a flavor we know will make you fall in love.

Cranky Granny’s isn’t just the top of the food chain with sweet rolls; they also serve different items on their menu and even have exclusive pop-up items. You can find smoothies, banana pudding, and more flavors of their sweet rolls all on their menu. You also find some small food treats, like buffalo chicken bites. You can definitely have a good desert date by taking a trip to Cranky Granny’s Sweet Rolls. Right now, they are doing pop-ups around Texas until their grand opening on March 25th in Pflugerville, Texas. They have been voted for the best cinnamon rolls every chance they get, so the question is: When will you try out some of these delicious treats? If you're in the Texas area, make sure to contact them to find out where you can get a Cranky Granny Sweet Roll. Make sure to leave a review so we can see how you felt, and it's nothing to show your appreciation if you enjoyed it! 

Photos from Cranky Granny's Instagram 

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It Was A Moshpit Fest At Neon Jungle

Moshpit Fest at Neon Jungle

Written by Cutty

It was the first metal show at Neon Jungle and it was a night indeed. We had three spectacular bands and a solo performance come through. It was great to see everyone all together. The live entertainment was Raven, The Martyr, Empty Vessel, and our headliner of the night, Snake Charmer. It’s also dope to see new merchandise come into Neon Jungle. The Martyr came in with hoodies and shirts along with some wristbands, while the Snake Charmer had dope unique shirts, dope drawings, and even more. It’s great to see the creativity both bands put into their merchandise. It also was the night of the stars, as people from all over came out to support the show. Jeb, a social media influencer, also made a special guest appearance to show support for the bands. You never know who will be at these shows, so make sure you're at the next one.

To start the night, we got to hear the talents of Raven. He started the night solo and attracted the crowd. Being a soloist on a band night can be much pressure, which Raven took on and accomplished the goal. The people were giving Raven his flowers as he got off, letting him know they enjoyed his performance. It was dope to see a solo performance; we haven’t seen that since joining Neon Jungle. The next band of the night stuck out to us a lot; The Martyr had an amazing sound. This band had experience; you could hear how much practice they'd put in. "They played metal music, but their hearts were light." - Wes. Their songs sound amazing, and they really rock the crowd. They were all very connected, and we loved to see what they brought to the night. They also performed some songs that they have released on all streaming platforms, to which the crowd responded; you could see them pulling out their phones. Overall, it was a great kickoff to the show, and we were excited to see what was next.

We had some first timers in Philly and Neon Jungle who was Empty Vessel. They came all the way from Newark, NJ. They brought and maintained the energy of the night! Coming from North Jersey, it was cool to see what they brought to the Philly scene. This is when the Moshpit fest began; their energy bounced all around the room, getting people ready to start raging. The Philly crowd took everything in and gave it right back. They were loving the set, making Moshpit after Moshpit it was a rockstar dreamland. Their music sounded great, and their performance sparked a lot of good energy in the room. It was good to see them live, and for their first time, they made it very memorable. We are excited to see if they are coming back.

The headliner of the night was Snake Charmer, we loved the merchandise they had on display. The colors were vibrant, and the unique photos were captivating as soon as you walked up to their table. Their performance was very energetic, they had the Moshpit fest continued for sure. People were jumping off of each other, and it was a WWE Royal Rumble at some moments. But in the love of the culture, nobody left out too harmed of the night; everyone really got to enjoy themselves during the Snake Charmers set. It was an amazing way to end the night, bringing people together for the cause of the greater good. For the first metal show at Neon Jungle, bands left with new fans, fans got to be with their favorite new artists, and Neon Jungle keeps growing as the Rockstar Dreamland.

Photos by @wesleyandproductions

When An Opportunity Comes, Run With It

 

The Season of Opportunities 

Written by Cutty 

The music industry is a great place for creatives, artists, and people who envision changing the world. Some people come into the music industry with nothing and leave with millions. Others come in and leave with nothing. The good thing about the music industry is once you build up your name. Opportunities will knock on your door; you must run with them. You never know where it will lead you. We learn daily that things do not happen twice, so if you're in your moment or just starting, embrace that, and when an opportunity comes your way, seize it. Make sure to run with it, so you can learn from experience and create your bigger picture. If you don’t have failures or things to learn from, how will you ever grow? Go after what’s right in front of you. It can possibly take you to heights of which you have never dreamed. We know the entrepreneurial route is a long one anyway, so why not see what opportunities it will bring to your life.

What’s the best way to make sure I’m not missing my future opportunities? Start saying yes to things. If someone invites you out, go check them out. If you get a chance to do that thing you've been silently working on in private in public, do it. You never know who could be watching, we have seen in life how people's lives have been changed by one moment. That’s all you need, and that’s all you need in a job, that one moment to start making everyone look at you so you can get that promotion. As an artist, you're waiting for the moment the world hears that hit single you have. The list goes on for every profession where one moment makes the turn in their career. These moments come from opportunities, so start to see the ones ahead of you and see where they take you. Even if it’s an opportunity to help a friend move some furniture, it may seem small, but take the opportunity. You can learn a lot from people; their experiences can help you alone.

What do you feel like you're holding back on? Once you identify it, just work on making changes to it. Opportunities come to us all; some are small, and some are big. They will all make us more of who we want to be. You get closer to your dreams when you're happy, so take a chance at happiness and seize the opportunity. Once you take it, be blind to expectations and go into it wanting to learn and get better. Every opportunity brings a chance at that, giving you a shot at bringing you closer to your goals, making you a better person, and giving you an opportunity for something different. We are creatives, so creating content is an everyday thing for us. Start seeing the opportunities ahead so you can be who you want to be. We are the vessel for the work we produce, so we can go as high as we want to go. It will take going together and taking advantage of your opportunities.

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Jerzo Is Starting 2023 With Pressure, How Much More Is Coming?

 

Jerzo Starting 2023 With Pressure 

Written by Cutty 

Jerzo is an artist out of Houston, Texas, who has been making a name for himself for years. Jerzo has been hinting at a new music video for a while now, and we finally get to see it. Jerzo's new music video, "Not A Rapper" is what we can tell is going to be a good year for Jerzo. Jerzo has been expressing himself a lot in his music recently, speaking about his situations and informing his fans that new content is on the way. He did not disappoint his fans with his newest release, the video "Not A Rapper" which is some of Jerzo's best work since being an artist. Lets us know he has more in store for us. What do you want to see next from Jerzo? He lets us know he is releasing a new single also, coming early this year. 

In this music video, you get to hear Jerzo switch the flow a couple times, which lets us know he has been mastering his craft over the past couple of months. You can tell he has been pushing himself to try new elements in music; he isn't afraid to try new ways of making music. In the song, he speaks about his long-lost friend, letting the world know that he has been coping with the pain of his friend's loss and decided to put his pain into music. He also speaks on issues like not being able to see his son, which we can tell is playing a major role in his life right now. The song itself gives us a perspective on how the past couple of months have been going for Jerzo. We're glad he's back in the booth and putting it into music. What do you think of Jerzo's new video? Let us know in the comments.

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Jerzo - Not A Rapper (Music Video)