Words by Tony Thompson

It all started with his first taste of puppy love and adolescent heartbreak in the ninth grade. His first pretty, little girlfriend had broken his tiny heart, so the Charleston, S.C. native aptly called Da Geechie Poet took to paper and pen to release his emotions. 

Sitting in study hall penciling his heartfelt prose, a close friend who was seated next to him read over the paper and encouraged him to continue to cultivate his craft. 

Geechie didn’t think much of it at the time, but he would often use his every free moment to write stanza after stanza about the world around him, his feelings and his experiences. After noticing how he excelled in English, added to the fact that both his grandmother and best friend were adamant about him publishing his poetry, becoming an author didn’t seem like such a bad idea.

“After having a number of composition notebooks filled with so much potential, I told myself it was time,” the 31-year-old Geechie reveals.

That time didn’t come until after high school graduation when he was enrolled in college at Trident Technical College. Financial aid was giving him the run-around about his tuition, saying that his parents earned too much money for him to qualify for the state lottery financial assistance. And in order for him to continue his education, he would have to come out of pocket for school.

“If I’mma pay to go to school, I might as well do just the things that I was going to school to do,” he explains. “The professor would be talking in class. I’m supposed to be taking notes, but I’m writing rhymes.”

With this dilemma in front of him, the young scholar came to a crossroads in his life. “I came to the conclusion that I either give these people my money and take these math classes and these English classes for something the I’m trying to strive for,” he reveals, “or I can just put it all on the lines and get the book published. And that’s what I did.”

He adopted the pseudonym Da Geechie Poet as a reflection of his Gullah Geechee heritage, which is derived from descendants of enslaved West and Central Africans in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida and Georgia. 

The Gullah people and their creole dialect of English are called Geechee, and their culture has preserved much of their African linguistic and cultural customs from their crafts, farming and fishing to folk beliefs, music, cuisine and story-telling traditions which trace their lineage to Central and West African cultures.

“If you hear me another Geechee talking, you probably wouldn’t understand what we were saying,” he points out. 

Born in the historic city of Charleston, the largest slave port in the United States at one time, and raised in the West Ashley section of town, Da Geechie Poet came up full of pride of his family legacy. And he knew that if he became a published author, his culture had to be on the forefront of anything he would do.

And although he had his plan well put together and systemically thought out, execution was a beast all on its own. At the time, getting books published on Amazon wasn’t possible, so Geechie started calling several publishers to distribute his book. 

Each company he called told him to send them his entire manuscript, and they would quote him a price for their services. “Several companies told me this, and I was like ‘Nah, I can’t do that,’” he contends. 

Continuing his search for a distributor, he stumbled on Xlibris Publishing and released his first book through the company in 2013. His book was available in Barnes & Nobles, Books A Million and on e-book.

Since then, he has published poetry books Carolina Bird: Geechie Boy in 2015 and Erotic Flight in 2020. Carolina Bird contains urban-styled poetry with worldly views, love themes and various encounters of life. Erotic Flight has more mature themes for adults only.

To his influences, he credits the likes of Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Maya Angelou, Robert Frost, Langston Hughes, Edgar Allan Poe and Tupac Shakur, to whom he acknowledges as being a catalyst for his true-to-life subject matter like the time he and his friends were harassed by the cops simply for being black.

“Tupac had a very big influence on me to write and not be a rapper,” he reveals. “There’s nothing wrong with being a rapper, but what I do is very, very different.”

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G.brazzii is back with a new hit single titled “Body 2 Body”. His latest release was recorded in Detroit, Michigan on a beat produced by @Clumsybeatz out of Los Angeles, California. The music video itself was filmed in Miami, Florida. Be on the lookout for many more upcoming hot new releases from G.brazzii.

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SoundWire Music PR is the first press release distribution service made entirely for music professionals and the music industry. 

Musicians often struggle to be seen in such a wide and expansive industry. It’s hard for artists, labels and other music professionals to get their brand out there - until now. SoundWire Music PR is a brand-new music press release distribution service tailored specifically for independent musicians, record labels, brands and anyone else within the music industry. It’s dedicated to giving music professionals a voice by ensuring that their music, story and brand reach the right audience through mass media outreach and SEO-driven strategies. 

A World First For Musicians

SoundWire Music PR is a revolutionary service that’s never been seen before. It’s the first press release distribution service and network designed solely for the music world. This dedication and focus ensures music professionals work with people who understand their industry. 

As a result, SoundWire Music PR is able to provide affordable & budget-friendly press release services that get musicians and labels seen where it matters. They have numerous contacts within the industry to ensure the correct audience sees each client’s press release. 

Ideal For All Music Professionals

The service focuses on all types of music professionals. Whether it’s an artist releasing a new single, a band with a new album or a record label announcing a new talent signing - the team can handle anything. 

It’s composed of talented music industry PR experts and SEO specialists. As a result, SoundWire Music PR helps every press release get picked up by various media outlets while improving each client’s online visibility. Their service can improve search performance for artist’s websites, increase fan engagement and much more. 

Designed For The Fast-Paced Music Business

Everyone that works in the music industry knows it never sleeps. Musicians and record labels constantly have to work overtime to get news out there before it becomes irrelevant. Traditional press release distribution services don’t understand this - they’re used to spending weeks on campaigns and don’t deal with tight deadlines. 

SoundWire Music PR understands the industry better than this. That’s why their service works quickly to ensure the timely promotion of new music, album launches, tour announcements and much more. It also knows that independent and much smaller artists are the ones that suffer the most. Paying for conventional PR services will cost a fortune, which many small musicians can’t afford. That’s why SoundWire Music PR caters to independent artists and mainly works with smaller brands and labels. 

The service is now live and ready for any musician or record label to use. More information can be found on the website here: www.soundwiremusicpr.com. 

About SoundWire Music PR

SoundWire Music PR is a press release distribution and marketing service for people in the music industry. It caters to independent artists and DIY musicians who seek affordable press coverage, as well as small labels and managers looking for cost-effective PR solutions. 

 

Hailing from Rome and spending his formative years in Anzio, Gianluca's journey was influenced by personal hardships. The impact of his parents' divorce and his father's aggressive behavior towards his mother led him to seek solace in solitude and the natural world. At the tender age of 10, he would find himself atop his grandfather Bruno’s apartment in Anzio, feeling the salty breeze of the Tirreno Sea while penning his first poems. Although he had yet to master the English language, he envisioned crossing oceans, overcoming cultural divides, and establishing himself as a songwriter in America.

Gianluca's passion for music emerged early in his life. Motivated by rock bands, he began learning English and composing songs, despite having only a rudimentary guitar—a broom handle with two strings. His enthusiasm was nurtured by the melodies of his grandfather and the film scores from his family's theater, laying the groundwork for a lifelong commitment to music.

At the age of 11, Gianluca enrolled in the Italian National Boarding School Convitto Nazionale. Despite its strict environment, he found comfort in music, discovering neglected instruments in the attic—a guitar, a bass, and a drum—and teaching himself to play. By 16, he became a member of the prestigious Military Academy Nunziatella, an experience that reinforced his rebellious nature and intensified his quest for freedom.

At 19, Gianluca embarked on an extraordinary global journey in pursuit of love and self-discovery. Armed with only his determination and devoid of a phone or credit card, he explored the Canary Islands, French Polynesia, Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Singapore, and various European nations. Ultimately, at the age of 30, his aspiration came to fruition—he legally immigrated to America, the land where his new chapter would begin.

Gianluca Zanna was already making significant strides in the music industry prior to his relocation to the United States. He emerged as one of Italy's youngest music publishers by founding Contatto Discografico, a prominent music business magazine. His contributions also include the publication of influential music literature, such as the Vocal Method of Elizabeth Sabine, a guide authored by the esteemed vocal coach known for training Hollywood rockstars like Megadeth and Axl Rose. Furthermore, he established himself as a music producer and manager, acquiring prestigious domain names in the sound effects sector, including www.soundeffects.com and www.soundfx.com. 

Currently, Gianluca Zanna is the driving force behind Zanna Records, a label that brings his musical visions to fruition. With a repertoire of over 120 original songs, his work exemplifies the realization of dreams, the translation of emotions into melodies, and an indomitable spirit that defies limitations.

In addition to his musical endeavors, Gianluca has excelled in self-defense, attaining the status of a Krav-Maga Military and Firearms Instructor, as well as an expert in executive protection. His journey—marked by global experiences, challenges, and triumphs—demonstrates that dreams pursued with steadfast determination can lead to an extraordinary life. 

The narrative of Gianluca Zanna is far from complete. With each note, lyric, and progressive step, his symphony unfolds—a powerful reminder of the impact of passion, resilience, and the conviction that no aspiration is too grand to pursue.

Gianluca Zanna's most recent release, "You Are My Destiny," draws inspiration from a dream he experienced during his teenage years while residing in a boarding school in Italy. In this dream, he envisioned a future in America as a songwriter. The dream featured a woman who communicated with Gianluca, promising to find him when he grew up. Today, that woman is the love of his life and sings the song.

Check out "You Are My Destiny" out now on all streaming platforms as well as Gianluca's new comic book "The Adventures of Mr Zanna: The Beginning", available now on Amazon. Be sure to follow Gianluca Zanna on social media to stay updated with his latest releases.

Connect:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/7nOgB4QqPiJarYdrldAhsI?si=cba644b211f04f8b

Websites: www.GianlucaZanna.com 

www.ZannaRecords.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zannarecords

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

 

Kun The Highbinder is a Korea born U.S. based artist. He had a lot of influences of Kpop growing up, however, he moved to the U.S. due to his family's properties getting taken away by the government when he was 11. He got kicked out of the house at a young age of 13 due to his violent ways. 

Kun The Highbinder was interested in making beats at first, but then he realized these rappers are mediocre and started rapping by himself at the age of 17, but didn't take music seriously. However, after 3 years in America it changed his whole point of view of the world. 

He was getting into Florida hip hop, Chicago drill, and West Coast Hip Hop. He made beats for about 3 to 4 years and rapped seriously for about 1 and a half years during his house arrest for his robbery case, and his Grand Theft Auto case. The artist was getting schizophrenic due to the absurd amount of drug use. Currently, he is living in a Felony Incompetent to stand trial program with 62 other members, getting along and focusing on making music everyday. 

After his time is over from the program, his records will be clean and he'll be a innocent citizen who just had mental illness for a bit. The song "Valentine" was started off with a beat, as soon as Kun The Highbinder heard it he had ideas popping up in his head. He says, "I was writing a couple of love songs at the moment so I got the idea where I say "I've been writing about you". I recalled the feelings of my past love when I first started crushing on somebody and the actions of pulling and pushing the strings of love between one another." He adds, the verse where I say "aint no where to go, but my heart is at the door, step out, step out, let's get this out, lets let it out" meaning "let me help you escape from the reality and step in to a new world that is waiting for you". 

"Help Me Fly" means to be my wings for me and fly with me to the top together. The artist describes how the love would be like with him and wanting to know if the feelings are mutual. The ultimate meaning behind this song is don't hesitate to show your lover how you feel and cherish every last bit of the love when you can.

Check out "Valentine" (Help Me Fly) out now on all streaming platforms and be sure to follow Kun The Highbinder on social media for his latest releases.

Connect:

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/kun-the-highbinder/1691130825

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mL8e_2DhgJY

Instagram: @kun_the_highbinder https://www.instagram.com/kun_the_highbinder/

X: @itshighbinder https://x.com/itshighbinder

Facebook: Kun The Highbinder https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571817650599

 

Some songs are so iconic that they seem untouchable—until two artists come along and rewrite their entire story. That’s exactly what Dagga and Paweł Mirowski, aka MIREZ, have done with their haunting new version of Toxic by Britney Spears.

This is not just another cover. It’s a complete reinvention.

A Darker Vision

Stripping away the pop energy of the original, Dagga and MIREZ transform Toxic into a cinematic, almost hypnotic experience—a version that feels like it belongs in a psychological thriller or a noir film. MIREZ’s deep, resonant cello lines set an eerie, suspenseful tone, while Dagga’s voice shifts between delicate vulnerability and raw intensity, pulling listeners into a completely different emotional space.

It’s a story of obsession, danger, and seduction, told in a way that’s more intimate, more intense, and more unsettling than ever before.

A Collaboration Born from Creative Freedom

Dagga, an EDM/pop singer-songwriter, and MIREZ, a renowned cellist and music producer, come from vastly different musical backgrounds. But that’s what makes this collaboration so powerful.

MIREZ, known for blending classical techniques with modern production, brings a haunting orchestral depth to the track, while Dagga’s voice moves through the shadows of the melody, making every lyric feel weightier, almost whispered like a secret.

The result? A version of Toxic that feels entirely new—dark, cinematic, and addictive in its own way.

Why This Version Stands Out

In a world flooded with covers, this one dares to tell a new story. Instead of recreating Britney’s playful, high-energy track, Dagga and MIREZ peel back the layers to expose its darker side—the tension, the danger, the slow pull into something you can’t escape.

This isn’t just a cover. It’s a reinvention, a reimagination, a completely different world.

And once you step inside, there’s no going back.

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https://www.instagram.com/dagga.mirez.mix

https://www.instagram.com/dagganow

https://www.instagram.com/mirez_music/

 

Detroit, MI - When you hail from the Motor City with a grandmother who sang the blues, and a cousin who was one of the original Motown Temptations, music just kind of rests in your spirit and organically becomes who you are. Pianist, singer, songwriter and producer, Reggie Braxton has aptly honed such impactful melodious roots into his Brax-Tone Records debut release, “The Brax-Tone Experience,” a luxurious jazz infused, heart caressing collection of original and timeless R&B singles.  

His first release, a velvety cover of Erykah Badu’s “Next Lifetime,” is our invitation to a project simmering with warmth and seduction. “The Brax-Tone Experience” is the ambiance of low lights, flickering candles and chilled libations with Braxton perfectly poised to make his “Brax-Tone” the only tone for romance! Production credits boast none other than Detroit’s own silky, smooth serenader, J. Poww of UNV fame, alongside the Grammy nominated Chris “Buddaflywolf” Bivens, producer for Chris Brown, Tank and Kehlani, with engineering by another Detroit legend, the Grammy Award-winning Jezreel Santos, whose projects include soulful crooners Kem, Gregory Porter and Mali Music.

With Detroit heralded as the origin of some of the greatest love songs ever written, Braxton doesn’t disappoint, paying respectful tribute to his hometown legacy. “The Brax-Tone Experience” is a fully immersive soundscape of passion and desire.  From unforgettable covers like Michael Franks’ “Lady Wants to Know” and Toto’s “Georgy Porgy” to original compositions like “Just Like You,” and “I Pray It’s You,” Braxton is serious about listeners surrendering to his melodic swag. “I Pray It’s You” is currently charting on the Billboard Jazz chart and his single “Love Guarantee” peaked at 39 on the MediaBase music charts.

“’The Brax-Tone Experience’ is my unique rendition of blending R&B and jazz. J. Poww’s production effort, combined with the overlay of his background vocals create what I believe is a signature sound. I want my song interpretations and the stories I tell to be well received reflections of my musical heritage,” offers Braxton.

Braxton’s enamored offerings come from a backdrop dipped deep with home brewed fervor. His grandmother, Gladys English, was a blues singer who surrounded him with harmony and narratives that laid the initial foundation for his musical aspirations. His cousin, famed bass singer, Melvin Franklin, from Motown’s legendary group, The Temptations, also inspired Braxton with confidence early on.

“I’ve been dedicated to nurturing the Brax-Tone aesthetic since my youth. Being raised in Detroit and having a cousin in the Temptations was major for me.  Melvin’s distinctive bass stylings made me feel better about my own voice.  First and second tenors typically were the norm, getting all the attention and recognition, but Melvin showed me how to excel by stepping outside the lines.  I have a baritone range with some falsetto capabilities, but because of my cousin, I learned to become comfortable and accepting of my own distinct gifts,” expresses Braxton.  

Reggie Braxton’s village included piano greats Ben Jones and the late Dr. Teddy Harris, as well as sax men Bobby Barnes and Miller Brisker. He made his foray into performing on the local jazz scene with the late great Detroit guitarist Calvin Brooks.  He has sharpened his skills alongside a notable sprinkling of Detroit icons, including Allan Barnes, Ray McKinney, Eileen Orr, Grayland McKinney of Straight Ahead, and the Grammy-nominated Brandon Williams.  With influences that include Luther Vandross, Dionne Warwick, Michael Franks, Sarah Vaughn, Frank Sinatra, Scotty and Walter from The Whispers and Nat King Cole, Braxton adds his “Brax-Tone Experience” to a long catalog of classics.

“Here in Detroit, we are music critics by nature. Our history laid the foundation for R&B. With innumerable compositions that still stand the test of time, we take a special pride in bringing our A-game to the table. ‘The Brax-Tone Experience’ is a homage to my birthright, and the “Brax-Tone” will hopefully cement my own artistic vibe that music lovers will appreciate for years to come!”

Dim the lights and pour the wine as you listen to “The Brax-Tone Experience” on your favorite streaming platform. Follow Reggie Braxton on Instagram at @reggiebraxton007.

 

Rising artist G.brazzii just released a new hit single titled “Da Blueprint”. The song was recorded in Detroit, Michigan at Wise Guys Records studio and the video was filmed in Miami, Florida. Make sure you check out “Da Blueprint” out now on all streaming platforms and follow G.brazzii on social media for his latest releases.

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Hoodtrophy Bino’s come-up isn’t just another "started from the bottom" story - it’s a testament to resilience, loyalty, and the relentless hustle of a man who refuses to be caged by circumstance. Born beneath an unbreakable concrete ceiling, Bino chose to see glass - and shattered it. Bino's wielding the pen now, scripting a narrative that's equal parts grit and glory. Each track is a calculated move, every lyric a chess piece in a game where the stakes are life and legacy. ENTER: Chosen Few.... "The Universe selects a certain few to make it. I have the opportunity to set an example, to do something positive with life. When I think about it, I never really made any real money or got anything really good for myself from bangin in the hood. I've been through a lot, but I'm trying to do better. Do you want to be a gang banger forever, or do you want to be a baller?" - Bino "Chosen Few" is a sonic manifesto that proves you can keep your feet in the mud, while reaching for the stars.

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