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NAS
Nas, the influential rap artist from New York City, rose to prominence with his classic debut album Illmatic (1994) and has since been celebrated as the King of New York. Known for his masterful flow and thought-provoking rhymes, Nas has continuously evolved as an artist, releasing Grammy-nominated albums like Hip Hop Is Dead (2006), Nas (2008), and Life Is Good (2012). He further expanded his discography with releases such as Nasir (2018), the Grammy-winning King's Disease (2020), and King's Disease II (2021) and III (2022) through his multimedia hip-hop company Mass Appeal.
Born Nasir Jones, he emerged from the Queensbridge projects, blending literacy and street experiences to shape his lyrical prowess. Nas gained recognition for his fiery verse on "Live at the Barbeque" and secured his place in the rap scene with the groundbreaking Illmatic. Throughout his career, Nas engaged in headline-worthy battles, notably with Jay-Z, and demonstrated his ability to deliver profound and introspective verses over beats by renowned producers. From his early years as a street disciple to his current status as an influential artist, Nas has cemented his position in hip-hop, leaving an enduring impact through his collaborations, accolades, and unwavering artistry.
ALINA BARAZ
Alina Baraz, born in Cleveland, Ohio to Russian parents, grew up surrounded by music. Influenced by artists like D'Angelo, Daniel Caesar, and Amy Winehouse, Baraz found her own musical voice. Her breakthrough came in 2015 with the release of the EP "Urban Flora," which sold over 100k units and remained in the Top 10 on iTunes electronic charts for 150 weeks. Following this success, Baraz released her second project, "The Color of You," in 2018, featuring the popular single "Electric" with Khalid. She performed at Coachella and joined Coldplay on their North American tour. Baraz has accumulated over 2.19B streams worldwide, establishing herself as a prominent voice of her generation. In April 2020, she released her debut album, "It Was Divine," featuring collaborations with Nas, 6lack, and Smino. The album represents a significant milestone in Baraz's artistic journey, delving into themes of young love, heartbreak, self-care, and personal growth.
COL3TRANE
Col3trane is a rising American-Egyptian-Londoner R&B artist known for his futuristic sound. He gained popularity at 18 with the release of his mixtape "Tsarina," which received 3 million Spotify streams in a month. Col3trane's strong visual style is evident in his music videos, like "Penelope" and "Language." He has collaborated with artists like Kehlani and Salt-n-Pepa. In 2021, Col3trane founded Trane of Thought Records and released his debut album "Lush Life" in April 2022, featuring collaborations with Lucky Daye, Flatbush Zombies, and SG Lewis. At just 23 years old, Col3trane is a beloved independent R&B artist and producer with nearly 275 million streams and multiple fashion campaigns.
DEVAULT
Sage DeVault, better known by his stylized surname DEVAULT, is an American electronic musician. In late 2017, Devault reached an early breakthrough from his official remix for DJ Snake, which was later named by Billboard as one of the top 10 remixes of the year. With official redos for artists such as Rihanna, 6LACK, Alessia Cara, Daya, and Sabrina Claudio under his belt, Devault went on to release his Debut EP Stay. Featuring the likes of Njomza, Bipolar Sunshine, & Matt Maeson, Devault's debut EP captured immediate attention. In 2019, Devault released a dark, haunting audiovisual EP titled 'JADE’ which gathered large press attention from Playboy, Flaunt Magazine, and Forbes (to name a few). Following JADE, Devault released ‘SAPPHIRE’ as a second chapter to his tape series, along with ‘RUBY’ creating a dark world around his vocal works. In 2021, Devault went on to release his second EP ‘Empty Room’ featuring Kiiara, EVAN GIIA, and Izzy Camina. Outside of music in 2021, Devault toured across the country supporting the great french talent Madeon and later with San Holo, along with performing at major festivals such as EDC Vegas, Beyond Wonderland, and Lights All Night Festival. Taking inspiration from the early new wave talent of Depeche Mode and the notorious Daft Punk, Devault is bridging the gap between a nostalgic and original sound. 2022 Devault released DIAMOND featuring Izzy Camina followed by the anthemic ‘I Will’