The groundbreaking debut mixtape from Jeremih has been released to all digital platforms for fans. The recording artist introduced Late Nights With Jeremih in 2012, and he thought celebrating the 10th anniversary of the program would be the perfect way to commemorate it. Jeremih’s original album still sounds like a brand new release, and the seductive opening lyrics from “Rosa Acosta” recall the early days when the rapper was just starting out.
With a star-studded roster of celebrities, Late Nights With Jeremih would still be able to claim bragging rights today. Besides the platinum-certified song “All the Time” with Natasha Mosley and Lil Wayne, the mixtape also features fellow YG, and Fabolous, and Def Jam stars 2 Chainz, as well as AK, Gucci Mane, E-40, Marcus Fench, Sir Michael Rocks, Twista, and Willie Taylor.
This has been an exciting and progressive year for Jeremih as he is working to make a full recovery from his illness while also taking advantage of some exciting opportunities in the interim. Another career achievement was making his first appearance on-screen in “Power Book IV: Force.”
“Playing Elijah for ‘Power: Force’ was nothing short of awesome,” he writes with thankfulness. I met a lot of incredible folks who do this stuff for real for the first time on screen. I’m always grateful to 50 Cent, as well as Joseph Sikora, who helped me feel confident about myself. I remember getting out of the hospital around this time last year. The hardest part was learning how to walk again.”
Earlier this year, Gramzunkut released The Bank Roll, a single that was well received by hip hop legend Kid Capri, among many others. His official music video was released some time after, showing him popping bottles with beautiful women while on a yacht. This kind of imagery fits perfectly with Gramzunkut’s boisterous bars about women, money, and all the, well, things that money has to offer:
Gramzunkut has followed up his catchy single “Still Dippin Doenutz” just last month with another catchy track named “Still Dippin Doenutz,” which serves as an advertisement of sorts for his business of the same name. Besides bringing viewers to a cannabis-friendly event in support of the song, an accompanying clip depicts a new music video for “Smoke Champs,” a collaboration between N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN’s highly successful series “Drink Champs.”
Gramzunkut spoke about his entrepreneurial spirit, how it feels to see success in the fashion and music industries, and how it feels to be able to accomplish dreams:
The fact that my music, my clothing line, and my clothing brand will be on display where the ball drops is fascinating. The feeling of introducing your brand to people from all walks of life is indescribable.”
Check out Grakut’s videos for “Wanna Ride on My Wave (Bank Roll)”. A collaboration with General Steele of Smif-n-Wessun and PMD of EPMD is in the works, according to the artist.
Why Black-Owned Sports Management Agencies are Growing in Popularity
When people hear the term “sports management,” they often automatically think of white men. We do not see many black-owned firms in the industry, but that is one thing changing. Companies are finally catching on to audiences generally becoming more diverse, and Black-Owned Sports Management Agencies are growing in popularity.
How Sports Management agencies are changing the industry and creating new opportunities
The growth of Black-owned sports management agencies has created more opportunities for athletes and owners. These agencies offer a space where athletes can represent themselves independently and develop relationships with other Blacks in the industry. The presence of an agency also boosts an athlete’s connection with professionals necessary to keep them on top, such as recruiters or trainers.
Black-owned sports management agencies are becoming more and more popular with major players in the sports industry. When athletes choose to represent themselves instead of traditional powerhouses, they gain a sense of ownership that comes from being hands-on in every aspect of the enterprise. Athletes also hire the people they deem competent based on the unique needs they require while building a league and legacy.
Why black sports agents, in particular, are growing in popularity
Providing that representation for Black athletes and artists is important because it gives them the chance to leverage their talent in a way that reflects who they are and what they represent. Black-owned agencies also pay attention to the racial bias in the industry, aiming to protect their clients from some of the harmful practices employed by other sports agencies, like race-blind casting.
How the internet is helping to grow Black Sports Agencies
According to multiple case studies, the internet has helped grow Black-owned sports management agencies. Free digital marketing led to a rise in blogging, online video startups, and social media experts. A fundamental way for Black-owned sports management agencies to sustain themselves is through black-owned ad networks.
What are some other benefits of being a black sports agent?
Supporting black youth is crucial to growing black-owned sports agencies, as well. The younger generations will make up the future of society, and they need to see that they have representation that reflects their experience. In addition, being a black sports agent will give you more of a connection with your clients. Instead of just meeting for one hour each week and dealing with their contract negotiations, players will feel more comfortable opening up and bouncing ideas off you if they share their same racial background.
Why agencies like Roc Nation and Klutch Sports are winning in 2022
Young, black, and innovative entrepreneurs are running successful sports agencies in 2022. Companies such as Roc Nation, Klutch Sports, and Young Money APAA Sports represent the most dynamic and premium athletes in sports. Black athletes generate billions of dollars for professional sports organizations. In 2022, the focus is ownership, controlling narratives, and empowering future leaders.
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Black sports agencies are impacting Wall Street, Hollywood, inner-cities, technology, and multiple areas of humanity. In 2022, black sports agencies expect more growth, advancement, and aspirational change.
Growing up as a black men in America is dangerous, inspiring, traumatic, and life-changing. Leaving your house and returning home alive is not guaranteed. Mothers and wives pray every day for the safety of their black kings. Besides stressing over their mental and physical wellbeing.
Understanding why someone hates you because of race or skin color will always be an unsolved human puzzle. Taking someone’s life and destroying a family’s future leaders can never be justified. Watching a child grow up without its father is beyond criminal. Destroying the family bond creates racial bitterness, hatred, and chaos.
Believing that America’s injustice and racial climate will improve is a dream put off by most people. Solving America’s biggest issue is a mountain the world hasn’t fully climbed.
Progress can’t be measured by another’s race measurements. Evaluating authentic progress involves all parties becoming mirrors to each other’s pain. However, the black race continues to take a back seat on the bus in 2022.
The players are different, but the game is the same
Seeing Colin Kaepernick lose his job for making a peaceful gesture of social change is unacceptable. Shockingly, America will tolerate horrible crimes of certain people. But, when a black man challenges injustice and corruption within a billion-dollar system, his position is eliminated. Speaking the truth in America is more dangerous than running a red light blindfolded.
Acquiring wealth, education, and power does not exempt a black man from becoming a hashtag in America. Imagine if Trayvon Martin were still alive. Think of all the knowledge and positive influence he’d have on youth culture. We’ll never know the full impact and value of Trayvon Martin.
Because his life didn’t matter enough to someone on February 26, 2012. Black men, in 2022 have achieved unthinkable success in finance, technology, and humanity. Unfortunately, when they get pulled over, none of that matters. They all become Trayvon Martin, Ahmaud Arbery, and the list goes on.
Throughout his career, NoCap has consistently delivered heartfelt, emotionally charged tracks to fans. A rap star from Alabama released a new song last week, “I’ll Be Here,” in which he shares his thoughts about staying true to himself in music and in the streets.
BMB Films and NardyMarley release the matching video for “I’ll Be Here” which features NoCap in front of a late-night convenience store that appears to be a gas station. While riding in his bright green Lamborghini truck, he displays high-end garments, and blindingly fine jewelry.
NoCap has been away from releasing full-length albums for quite some time, but his most recent, Steel Human, features 16 tracks and guest appearances from Lil Uzi Vert, Boosie Badazz, DaBaby, and Jacquees. The musician has since released top tier singles such as “So Lost/No Promises,” “Drown In My Styrofoam,” “Mistake,” “I Can’t,” “200 Or Better,” “On Purpose,” “Vaccine,” and “Flaws” are among the tracks that could appear on NoCap long-awaited album Mr. Crawford. Besides releasing his own music, Backend Child has worked with a number of artists, including $tupid Young, Yung Bleu, Lil Skies, Shy Glizzy, and No Savage.
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