RAW Interview with DON MODUS | IG @DonModus

 

 

This week's Southeast Hip Hop Magazine RAW INTERVIEW is with rapper / prominent businessman DON MODUS!  Follow Don Modus on IG at http://www.instagram.com/DonModus

 

 

 

 

Where are you from, and where are you now? 

I grew up in Brooklyn New York until I was 19 when I moved upstate to Albany. I still go down to NYC every week to maintain relationships.

Have you ever traveled down south?  If so, what are some of the spots you've visited?  What states?

Yea I love the south. I’ve got a good section of my group down in Atlanta so I want to move out there in the next year or two. I also briefly lived in Dallas for a year when I was young but Atlanta is definitely the city for me.

Speaking of places to visit, what are your favorite vacation spots?

California, Miami, Mexico. Anywhere I can take a break from New York and lay up on the beach. 

Who are some of your favorite southern rappers?  

Almost all of my favorite rappers are from the south. Moneybagg yo, 21 Savage, Young Thug, Future, Playboi Carti, Key Glock

 Who are some of the artists you are checking for now?

I’ve been listening to the new Rick Ross, Roddy Rich and A Boogie releases.

Have you performed anywhere in the South?

Nah not yet, I’ve shot music videos in the South but my business keeps me in the North East for the most part.

What does a performance from Don Modus look like, what can people expect to see?  

I get active and use the whole stage to my advantage. I’ve brought props out at my old shows too. You’re for sure getting an energetic performance.

Could you tell the readers a little about your clothing line?

Yea sure thanks for asking. It’s a streetwear brand taking influence from high fashion. The ski mask logo represents anonymity and how it doesn’t matter what you look like underneath as long as your morals match the Collective’s. 

Aside from your clothing brand, what else does Don Modus have going on?  What else can we look forward to?  

Other than the music and clothing brand I’ve entered into the French Bulldog breeding scene and I’ve got an NFT collection on the way. We spent about 20 thousand on our two dogs and the female is entering heat in April. The NFT project is top secret so I can’t talk about it too much but I’ll be revealing more details next month.

 

Where can our readers check you out? 

All my music is streamable on Spotify, apple, tidal etc. I just dropped 3 big budget videos in Atlanta and Miami on YouTube at Don Modus. And finally Instagram is the best place to keep up with me @donmodus. Thanks again for having me. Happy holidays!

Chicago’s Arabb Luciano & Rick Ross Drop Hot New Video “Don’t Understand”

There are very few artists in today’s era that really know how to grasp at catchiness in a whole new realm. Chicago’s rising star Arabb Luciano is doing just that captivating some of the most discerning music fans nationwide!

Delivering a style that really brings his charisma and melodic approach to the forefront, “Don’t Understand” is an exercise in hardcore gritty rap infused Hip Hop and unlimited swagger. This track’s lyrical structure keeps a solid flow throughout each measure and dives into authenticity, centering around his natural talent and gift of lyricism.

Crescent Music Group is the collaboration between Rick Ross’s MMG and Arabb’s label Crescent Records. Arabb is one of three founders of Crescent Records the other two co-founders are his brother Ayman Baker & his cousin Tamer Refaie who are also his managers and executive producers on the music video ‘Don’t Understand’ ft. Rick Ross. 

Cresent Records has also partnered with Mobbed Up Inc and Taco Boy on current and future projects. They have been a big part of his success, the three of them put their skills together and were able to create a hit song and get the attention of Rick Ross the CEO of MMG. They had him fly out to Chicago exactly a week after hearing his song and recording his verse on it.

His magnetic appeal is fused with street cred and authentic raw talent. This is an artist with the work ethic of a seasoned industry vet, full of raw energy and talent determined to win. Maybe its the fact the city he’s from produces tough hearted individuals whose dreams exceed their expectations. Arab Luciano is certainly setting the bar highfor other artists and is predicted to become a influential force in the urban music world.

 

Stay up to date with his movement:

Twitter: therealarabb

Instagram: therealarabb

Facebook: arabbluciano

Check out the video:

https://youtu.be/lBIEWINCWZg

Artist Spotlight: Gunplay

Maybach Music Group / Def Jam Recording artist Gunplay's official debut album LIVING LEGEND drops July 30th and South East Hip Hop Magazine is proud to feature the artist and be apart of the movement.  


Gunplay shouts out Some Guy Named Jay and South East Hip Hop Magazine in this youtube video.



Also follow Gunplay on Twitter at https://twitter.com/gunplaymmg

 

Gunplay LIVING LEGEND coming July 31st

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GET FLY Summer!  Check out the Get Fly Summer Apparel and EP by Mono Bagends at 

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Listen to the new solo mixtape from 9Ten Mobb's very own Yung Abundance here at this direct link http://www.datpiff.com/Yung-Abundance-Introducing-Yung-Abundance-mixtape.705656.html

Listen to the new single by Ron Beatty "Heard About Me" (produced by Kilo Davinci) here at this direct link 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXVz3OC1H-Y

 

Check out the new single from General Grown titled "Champion" here at this direct link

http://www.amazon.com/Champion-Explicit/dp/B00ZYYWNZ2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1436810783&sr=8-1&keywords=General+Grown+Champion

Check out the new single from Lil' Hines titled "A Few" (produced by K.E.) here at this direct link
https://soundcloud.com/lilhines/a-few

Worldwide L.A. fresh heat for the street from Long Island! (Artists to Watch!)

Born in Brooklyn, New York. L.A. moved to Long Island at the age of 15 and  started to rap, write and turn his passion into a serious career. L.A. is in control of his own destiny and determines the who, what, when, where, and why of his own music. THE WHO: L.A. has performed with Slim Thug, JA Rule, LYFe and Young Jeezy just to name a few. THE WHERE: he has graced the stage at venues such as Club Exit, Huntington Townhouse the X Bar, The Soul Café, and The Black Arts Theater of Harlem. He is featured in promo magazines and ghetto celebrity. Laboring as his own man allows LA the freedom of travel around the country performing at venues throughout the east coast. THE WHAT: L.A. was awarded street most upcoming Artist. L.A. has released seven mix tapes and the video “Aint Easy” has been broadcast on many videonetworks.  THE WHY AND WHEN: L.A. has seven mixed tapes over 50,000 units moved. L.A. has seven videos for the visual of his hard work. He also has a DVD call “The Untold Story.” His latest video “Still Gonna Stunt” features industry heavy-hitters Jim Jones and Rick Ross!

Check out the video here-

 http://youtu.be/OkYIHyNnXUg

Affiliations
L.I.E Music Group, “Loyalty” is everything Clothing Line, KonVict, Interscope Records, Vampire Life

http://www.Facebook.com/worldwideLA

http://www.Twitter@lieworldwide

by Michelle Magee

Interview with Jayce Verse

South East Hip Hop Magazine recently sat down with Georgia based recording artist Jayce Verse to discuss his history, his future, his latest single "The Twerk Song" and more in this in-depth interview!


South East Hip Hop:  How are you doing right now Jayce Verse? 

JV: Things are going very well for hip hop as a whole right now so I'm good.

South East Hip Hop:  Why do you call yourself Jayce Verse?

JV: It's a play on words that my nephew came up with and it stuck. 

South East Hip Hop:  What inspired you to want to become an artist?

JV:  I had something to say. I wanted the world to know MY viewpoint, and maybe make some money doing it, but these days its hard.

South East Hip Hop:  How would you describe yourself as an artist?

JV: I'm a sponge, I soak up as much as I can, and then I release it to a tablet. I write by emotion therefore im an emotional artist

South East Hip Hop:  For those that don't know, where are you located?

JV: Ga kin folk! Augusta, Atlanta, Savannah an all points in between

South East Hip Hop:  How would you describe the music scene where you are?

JV: Sink or Swim. Its hard to get independent shows here.So at home we PUSH hard usually its not until  I'm way away from home that I get any real recognition

South East Hip Hop:   What type of beats bring out the best in what you do?

JV: Gangsta, Dungeon bass and hood beats.

South East Hip Hop:  What beatmakers/ producers have you worked with? 

JV: The Track Officialz, Cash Jordan (of the track officialz) Mr. Kooman, All Arounda Beats, Mr Mikeyz, like im always looking to freshen my sound and work with new producers

South East Hip Hop:   Do you buy beats as well?

JV: Yes 90% of beats from my projects have been bought or bartered for

South East Hip Hop:   What other artists have you worked with so far?

JV: RAY MONEE, DREGO THA GREAT, Dru Deadly,Phantom Music Group

South East Hip Hop:   Who would you like to collaborate with in the future?

JV: 8BALL & MJG, M&M, RICKY RO$$, PASTOR TROY, KELLY ROWLAND, CIARA, BRIAN ANGEL, PETEY PABLO

South East Hip Hop:   Are you familiar with a rapper/ beatmaker by the name of Mr. Boom Boom Bang?  He's located in Atlanta.  I think you would sound real good over one of his beats based on what I've heard from you.  Would you ever consider working with him?

JV: No I've never heard of buddy, but I'll research him now, and hell yes I'll work with him!  If you are on ya real grind and you are about finishing a project an pushing it I'm down to do it shawty real talk.

South East Hip Hop:  You have a hot single out right now called "The Twerk Song", for those that have yet to hear it, how would you describe this song? 

JV: Its a party song girls like to shake they ass. Guys like to watch ass shake. I feel I'm doing everyone a public service! GONE TWERK IT GURL!!

South East Hip Hop: Who did you work with for this single? 

JV: The beat came from Cash Jordan, it was engineered and mastered by Richie Ray of Phantom Music 

South East Hip Hop: Speaking of "twerking", what do you have to say about Miley Cyrus and her "twerking" at the MTV VMAs? 

JV: Apparently she has been hanging with the Mandingos, but she needs more ass than that jiggling for me to pay her some attention... We got PAWGS down here. 2 more Whopper burgers Miley then you'll be right babe. 

South East Hip Hop: What has been 3 major highlights in your career as an artist so far?
JV: Being in the top 5 in my city on reverb nation for 6 weeks, performing in Starkville MS with my hommie Stunna Mane, Covering Magazines from other countries.

South East Hip Hop:  What was one of the worst experiences you've faced as an artist and how did you bounce back or learn from it?

JV: I almost died my best friend locked me in a refrigerator an ran home. I was young it was scary. I stayed calm and my grand father found me. So I learned that even if it is your best friend u cant trust anyone, an some people disappear when the heat is on.  In the end you only have you.

South East Hip Hop:  Where do you see yourself as an artist in the next 5 years?

JV: Running the company doing my Birdman 5 star and acting in movies becoming a major force in entertainment

South East Hip Hop:  What plans do you have for the rest of 2013?

JV:  Videos videos videos...did I mention I'ma do some videos?!

South East Hip Hop:  Is there anything else you would like to plug?  Any shout outs?

JV: S/O Nikita soambitious Middleton an the team behind me that makes Jayce Verse a hot artist. To my Social Media followers and fans I love ya'll man for real u make me go hard, and I appreciate it a lot. World MOB Ent. we here at the table eating an we wont leave until we get FULL!!

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