RoyalT Records/BUMPitLOUD Productions is an independent record label situated in Northern California. Established in 2004 by Terry Brewer, and then business partner Lydia Garcia ,RoyalT Records became a licensed business in 2005. Later that same year the two were married, taking equal ownership of the label. 2006 marked the year that Terry (pka Blakk) would record his first full-length CD which has only recently been released. The RoyalT Records family has grown 2-fold since a new very explosive artist, DramaSydE added to the roster, only months later adding the young and immensely talented artist Tekneek. Below you'll find the artist bio's along with a photo of each of the artist.
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Blakk Bio
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Blakk, is an independent artist and entrepreneur. This Texas native turned Californian has a sound that is unique among southern rappers. He has been described as one of the "up and comers" in Hip-Hop by friends and family members. Growing up, he was exposed to all the greats in R&B, but in the Hip-Hop/Rap genre it was names like Kurtis Blow and L.L Cool J that had the strongest influence. He penned his first rap in 1985, but was primarily a writer of poetry at that time. Though not considered a "gangsta rapper", when West Coast "gangsta rap" landed on the scene thats when he began writing raps as his preferred form of expression. He was a drummer for several groups before eventually forming the band InFirmary in 1992. He eventually landed the spot as drummer for rock and roll oldies band Black Star in 1994 and played venues in and around his hometown. Currently residing in Sacramento, CA, this artist currently doing venues in the Northern California region to showcase his talent. He has only been in the industry proper since late 2004 and has gained the experience needed to maintain his career. His diverse background combined with this experience has given him a type of "West Coast meets Dirty South" sound that is unique to Blakk. He continues to hone and refine his skills as a Hip-Hop artist with each new project, but is also concentrating on the record label which he helped form in late 2004. "Plain Blakk Wrapper", Blakk's latest claim to fame was only recently made available to the general public. This release has the signature sound that has made this artist as popular as he is unique. The next release, "How I Came Up" is scheduled for release in the later part of 2008.
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- DramaSydE Bio
Heavily influenced by R&B, DramaSydE, born Michael Cook in Washinton D.C. ,began singing at the age of 2. Following in the footsteps of his mother, his music centers around the events of his life. DramaSydE releases the pain and despair of those events to offer reality and hope to those who have experienced similar events. DramaSydE began performing at the age of 12, performing in theatrical showcases, and competing in various talent shows. DramaSydE went on to sing in churches, and headlined many Christian festivals and concerts. In 1998, Michael took the name DramaSydE as a reminder of his life and so many others in this world who have suffered the same pains, the same loss and the same hopelessness. DramaSydE independently released his album “Black Monday†in July, 2006 to rave reviews. However many of his works still remain unheard to the ears of many potential music buyers. DramaSydE is rapidly growing a fan base on the West Coast, in addition to the legions of loyal fans on the East Coast.
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Laydi B Bio
Born in San Francisco, Lydia Garcia-Brewer or "Laydi B" as she's known in the music biz is more than just a pretty face. The entreprenuerial spirit not only lives within this business woman, it thrives. As 1/4 of RoyalT Records©, she accounts for much more than that when it comes to putting an image behind the performing bodies of this up and coming independent label. From networking with artists, fans and club owners to computer design and graphics to managing the budget, she knows her way around the business of making the label look its absolute best. As full owner of OUT-RIGHT Entertainment©, her own B&P or "booking and promotions" company, Laydi B has diligently sought out leads that have opened doors all over the Northern California region for future venues.
Teneek Bio
Tekneek, born Joseph Gonzales in Houston, TX, started as many artists by writing poetry. This rising star has spent most of his days in his Ohio surroundings where influences such as, Tupac, Jay~Z, and Bone Thugs N Harmony had a profound effect on his everyday life. Tekneek has nourtured his talent by going full on into his destiny with Hip-Hop by performing various talent shows, freestyle competions and festivals in places up and down the Eastern seaboard and even travelling back to his native soil in Texas. One of the many things that stands out about Tekneek is his "adjust on the fly" ability. He is a very capable and versitile artist with a immensly unique style.
For more information on these artists, go to www.bumpitloudproductions.com.
Musical Resources
Library of Congress - United States Copyright Office
BMI- Broadcast Music Inc.
ASCAP - American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
SOCAN - Society of Authors, Composers and Music Publishers of Canada
CISAC - The International Confederation of Societies of Authors and Composers
Billboard - Music industry business news, information and charts