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Varus Bell
Varus Bell was born Davarus Bell in Starkville, Mississippi on December 16, 1987, he gained the name Varus Bell by his family because most people consider his government name long. None of his family or friends refer to his as Varus or Davarus, if you ever meet him you most address him with his first and last name together Varus Bell (Like A Tribe Called Quest & A Pimp Named Slick Back) Altogether. Different huh? Varus Bell was born and Raised on the East Side of Starkville in a Small Crime infested community named Blackjack. As he grew older and his mom was placed on section 8 project housing he spent a portion of his childhood on the WestSide (The one West) of Starkville in the project housing neighborhoods of Long St (Zuber St), Reed Rd (Hollywood) and Brooksville Garden (The Trap). He grew up in the typical single parent household including him his mother and brother.
Growing up, Varus Bell wasn’t a stranger to hard times, he was hardened by difficult times being a product of his environment. His neighborhood was notorious for drugs, gangs, and violence. To many people the Blackjack community was considered a nuance (red zone) but to him and his peers Blackjack was home his place of residence. Varus Bell grew up being involved in gang activities, crime, violence labeling him a community opposition. Basketball and music was his passion and many people expected him to play basketball at the professional level like his cousin Latavious Williams and nba and local McDonald all American player Travis Outlaw. But like most kids growing up in the projects those dreams were blocked before they became a goal.
Varus was mainly raised between households being his grandparents, god parents, and his mother. He first fell in love with music in the 6th grade(2000) when local record label Lokee Records produced local artist such as Chaos Da Boss(Storm Clique), Dj Stickuhbush, Ty Cutta, DeanTown Villians, DoughBelly Stray, BigBull, Danijah and others. Varus Bell started rapping over instramentals by 36 mafia, Playa Fly, Pastor Troy and Dru hill(Yes Dru hill). His favorite rappers back then were 36 mafia member Lord infamous, Pastor Troy, Notorious B.I.G, Jay z and playa Fly. Working effortlessly to become a local star Varus Bell started mimicking other rappers delivery and style. He joined the local rap group Bloodkin where he was mentored and groomed into a rap artist, he found his own style, appearance, delivery and gain confidence. In 2004 he released his first single “Hoodat” and “Pushin” with gain him local attention in surrounding areas. Following a performance at a talent show Varus bell collaborated with Local artists Vi the champ, Yo and Ill will (Willie P Rest in peace) all of Bloodkin to produce “Stand Up” a local club song and party song. Varus bell continue to gain confidence in his art so he continued to groom himself in the Art of music.
Varus Bell grandparents who did there best to keep him out the streets and into his books. No matter how hard they tried to show him the value of being a law abiding citizen the more gang activities got the best of him. At the age of 16 he was a convicted felon for burglary of a vehicle. He was expelled from school, placed on Non judicated probation, forcing him to take his GED and attended Community college in Meridian Community college in Meridian Ms and Monroe College in Rochester NY on a basketball scholarship. Over a falsified statement from a police officer, Varus Bell violated his probation for Trespassing which sent him to prison for 2 years and 8 months. After being released in May 2012, Varus Bell hit the bricks running playing semi pro basketball, experimenting with fashion and Hustling marijuana. With 5 written statements and a camera recorded conversation with a confidential informant, Varus Bell was sentence to 20 years in prison 15 years to serve with 5 years of post supervised probation in 2014 with the Mississippi department of corrections for the sale of marijuana times 2. Being that sale of marijuana is a Non violent offense he only had to serve 25% of the 15 years.
While being incarcerated Varus bell sent hours and days working on music, reading and working out, studying music and entrepreneurship. Since his release Varus Bell had been on a relentless path of musicianship, community service, and building a fan base behind his music with his story. He is experimenting with different endeavors such as acting, fashion and modeling while being a artist and composer. His ultimate goal is to be a star in the music industry and give back to those who shouldn’t have to suffer the way he did. Varus bell is on a straight and narrow path and his success and two daughters are the ulterior motivation to make him strive for excellence. Gaining attention of Jay-z and other music execs is a bullet point on his to do list.
Varus Bell Artist/Composer
Instagram :@varusbell
Facebook: Varus Bell
Twitter: @Varusbell
A Talent In Your Face Exclusive: nonSense’s Pluto
“Pluto” is nonSense’s latest visual from his debut album ‘Mercury Retrograde’. The New Jersey rapper really showcases his storytelling ability through wicked wordplay and rhymes. The high quality visuals will keep you entertained throughout the entire video just as much as his lyrics. The video portrays an interesting series of clips too. It begins with nonSense tied up and ends with them putting a bag over his head. I guess our imagination has to end the story.
nonSense was born and raised in the hard streets of Newark, New Jersey. Raised in a single parent household, Frantz endured and overcame hardships. Coming from such a chaotic environment, nonSense needed an outlet in order to express his frustrations, fears and future. So, he began writing poetry but was soon entranced by music. Drawing from his mother’s love of music, nonSense began listening, experimenting and cultivating his own craft and style. He chose the name “nonSense”; aiming to create music that compelled the listener to dig deeper in order to reveal the message behind the words. He currently has 3 projects out; ‘Up the Downs’ which dropped 4 years ago, ‘Cosmic Vibes’ 11 months ago, and ‘Mercury Retrograde’ which dropped last month.
“Pluto” https://youtu.be/rtjboXSVg1w
NONSENSE ONLINE:
http://www.nonsenseofficial.com/home-horizon
http://www.facebook.com/nonsensehiphop
http://www.twitter.com/nonsensehiphop
http://www.instagram.com/nonsensehiphop
http://www.youtube.com/user/eraofdanon
http://www.soundcloud.com/nonsensehiphop
“Changes”Artist: TruthCity
TruthCity tells a story on “Changes” and that story is one of struggle and devotion. He talks about moving to New York City to pursue a music career with no money. TruthCity spent nights sleeping in the back of restaurants and on friend’s floors all for the love of music. You can hear the pain and passion in his voice throughout the entire song. You can see his progress throughout video as well. Nothing will stop TruthCity.
Artist: @MrTruthCity
Shot & Edited: @BoardinOgilvie
TruthCity is a rapper & songwriter (originally from Virginia) but now resides in NYC. Inspired by prolific and distinguished artists such as Jay-Z, Coldplay, Nas, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Andy Warhol has influenced Truth’s intense, lifelong devotion to his craft. TruthCity truly lives up to his stage name by making the kind of music “that is the soundtrack to your life.” Every time he touches the mic, he converts strangers to believers.
TRUTHCITY ONLINE:
www.mrtruthcity.com
www.facebook.com/MrTruthCity
www.twitter.com/mrtruthcity
www.soundcloud.com/mrtruthcity
www.youtube.com/user/officialtruthcity
www.instagram.com/mrtruthcity
“Summertime Chapi” By: Roy The Savage ft. Nomad
“Hollywood” By: Chad Michael
Chad Michael is a singer/songwriter from Tucson, AZ who is pursuing a music career in Los Angeles. The 25 year-old released his debut EP, Rain, in December of 2015 and it’s about to break 20,000 plays. His versatile sound sits somewhere between Rap and R&B because he does both well. Chad has had a quiet but successful 2016 as he works on new music and visuals.
Amoré KING
Amoré KING has one main goal musically which is- “Restore The Feeling.” Representing the bass heavy soul sound of Louisville, KY and gritty street sound of Kinston, NC simultaneously, Amore’s sound is multi-layered with a flavor that can only be described as “smooth lyricism”. Given the moniker “Amoré KING” for his dominance lyrically and sonically; from winning radio countdowns so many times they had to retire his records, co-signs from XM/Sirius on air personalities and djs, to producing many of his own (and others) records… its safe to say the name fits.
Soundcloud link: https://soundcloud.com/amoretheking/in-the-moment
Twitter: AmoretheKING
Instagram: Amore.King
Facebook: Amoré King
MC Genesis
MC Genesis is a storytelling emcee from Greenville, WI who has been writing songs since he was 13. He realized music was his passion in high school as he got serious about it. Ever since then, he has been releasing music that tells his story and struggles. MC Genesis always keeps it lyrical and never follows trends. He is currently working on a new EP titled ‘The Resistance’ which is dropping in 2016.
“The Resistance” is MC Genesis’ first single off his upcoming EP and most recent release. The video shows MC Genesis looking at old photos and reminiscing of the past. He does a great job spilling his feelings into the track. Many artists wouldn’t bring up real life experiences of people close to them so you have to respect him for that. There’s no doubt that MC Genesis is a lyrical storyteller and you can expect to see that in every track he puts out.
WATCH “The Resistance”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PhZJ1Dudv2c
Rubber Clown Car
Always in search of the perfect pop song, Rubber Clown Car loves power-pop, punk, rock, pop, and anything with great lyrics. Formed in 2006, the band continues to write and record songs (including selected covers) while trying to make sense of the absurdity and complexity of everyday life.
Pure Pop for Paranoid People.
“… a mixture of XTC, Bob Mould, the Damned, the Who, GBV, the Replacements, and Matthew Sweet…”
“… the Beatles on Quaaludes…”
Rubber Clown Car is:
Dirk Prysby – Guitars, Vocals
Fred Beasley – Drums, Vocals, Guitars
Tony Pantalones – Bass, Keys, Everything else
Official Website: http://www.rubberclowncar.net
Soundcloud: http://Soundcloud.com/rubber-clown-car
Twitter: @rubberclowncar
Bandcamp: http://rubberclowncar.bandcamp.com
Rubber Clown Car Channel on You Tube
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIzrXybhXcTVFw8Rjv_nQhQ
And their newest CD “Let’s Pretend” is available at CD Baby:
http://cdbaby.com/cd/rubberclowncar6
Now available on Itunes:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/rubber-clown-car/id189358038
Casey Reynolds
Casey Reynolds is a 21 year old independent hip hop artist based out of Reno, Nevada. Striving to be different, Casey never really found a “niche” or “gimmick” to differentiate himself from the crowd so he chose to make and dabble a little bit into everything. The reason why Casey is starting to gain his buzz is because fans never know what he is going to release next… He often alternates through different genres with each song that leaves fans wanting more. As well as being a producer and having pride for making his own beats, he also engineers every song that he records. His goal is to influence the youth and older generations with his experiences of the normal things we go through in life but with his own spin.
“Strive to be the best with everything you do” #mogelminded