Avia Chaos - Sunshine Ft Tru West (Video Submission)

Avia Chaos would like to share a reflection of understanding that is so deeply embedded into cultivating our future, that we just had to let you guys here it for your self.

His concepting for 'Sunshine' featuring Tru West, on the burdens of a child through neglect from parents and their responsibilities, has lead him to understand the importance of being a father. As this Milwaukee native tries to make his name buzz in the 414 he is not forgetting the things that affected him and many of us growing up.

Though the video is "raw" footage, and a little less structured then we like to see, its storyline is a win.

We hope this brings you clarity. As we like to say here at CopyWrite: Do Better!

/CW

Avia chaos opens up about his childhood on this emotional & inspiring song.

A.C. the Ruler - Cirrocumulus [Project] * COPYWRITE OFFICIAL DROP*

New project from A.C. the Ruler premiering here on Copywritemag.com

cir·ro·cu·mu·lus (noun)

1. cloud forming a broken layer of small fleecy clouds at high altitude, usually 16,500–45,000 feet

A.C. the Ruler is bringing forward smooth production balanced by calculated bars. His new project ‘Cirrocumulus’ is breathing ground for zoned out vibes, playful banter, and subtle tones of social woes. As A.C. the Ruler reminds us of Wiz Khalifa’s fugazi in his interlude scene, he gives 13 tracks of foggy head space that is very revealing of young chill life positioning. But the use of horns, slow pace tempos and layered vocals build the interest, to where the project needs no pause, so just let it play. This project was executive produced by Since’93  & backed by the label ChuVision Entertainment.

Our favorite tracks:

• Lay Up (feat. FreeThe3rd) - For its soft bounce.
• Save The World (feat. Sudo Black) - For its wordplay, message, and ripple layering.

So spark up (if you’re into that), lay up (if you have that luxury), and look up because this is that cloud music. A.C. the Ruler is pulling this one out has us thinking, how hazy was the booth. . . and what’s next? The more we listen the more we consider, that it has been a while since the last time we got something this chill, airy, made in such a “thematic” way?

Let us know what you think and if you are connecting with ‘Cirrocumulus’ in the comments below.

/CW

* To purchase the album Click Here*

#WeSeeYou (Still) Recap on Studio 440's 'LIVE'

Studio 440's launch event was one that had plenty of supporters in the building to hear some great music and learn about a new recording studio in the Milwaukee Area. This event underwent tons of AV tech issues but through it all the performances kept coming and even with the static and lost words the vibe was still strong. With performances from Camb, A Will Tha Great (who has great stage presence by the way), one of my personal favorites Tru West and others, the lineup was a good one. I'm sure the next one will be even bigger and better, that's usually how it goes.
 

But they do have a special going on so get on it & tell them /CW sent you!

/Garahbrie - CW Connect

Be sure to check out studio 440 in Milwaukee!
(https://www.instagram.com/studio.440/)

#WeeSeeYou: El Color De La Libertad (The Color of Freedom) - Ft. Latino Youth, MC(mikal), Klassik & SistaStrings

“We call America the land of the free for a reason and we are still waiting for freedom”, the voice of the youth is shaking the narrative.

“Amidst divisive national debate over immigration and policies that separate families, the new student lead music video El Color De La Libertad gives voice to Latino youth, providing a powerful perspective on freedom in the United States”, says project representatives in their submission. We have all seen it. The images, the news reports, and even the heartbreaking personal testimonies from those affected but still have the platform to speak. But what about our youth?

Through collaboration between Jazale’s Art Studio and Alexander Mitchell Integrated Arts School, El Color De La Libertad (The Color of Freedom) uses the words of Latino 7th grade students with the talents of Milwaukee-based musicians MC(Mikal), Klassik, SistaStrings, and filmmaker Wes Tank to produce a video that depicts the youth narrative and positive creative process to shed light on the subject.

Spearheaded by Lead Teacher, Nora Justin, and Lead Artist, Mikal Floyd-Pruitt known on stage as, MC(Mikal) the project that started in 2017 now has something to show, that disseminates more impact and reality then most national broadcast may ever display.  Its bright colors, unifying aura and relatable production inspired by Letter to the Free, by Common, is an empowering and might we say emotional watch. (A few tears of community joy may have been dropped in the first viewing. Don’t judge! lol)

More of this is needed in the world, in our country, in our state, in our city, and in our community. Any disenfranchisement of a people is an issue that we all have to creatively address.

¿Qué son Los Colores de Libertad? All of them!

#WeSeeYou Kids!

Please spread the good vibes, the bright spirits, and the youth voice. They will be our difference.

Press the heart bellow & leave a comment to let us know you stand with the freedom wave for all!

/CW

EL COLOR DE LA LIBERTAD | THE COLOR OF FREEDOM ft. 7th Graders from Alexander Mitchell Integrated Arts School, MC(mikal), Klassik & Sista Strings. Made in Milwaukee, WI.

Dres - Bounce (Video Submission)

“I do what I want, yea I do what I want”.

Dres explains it best as he comes through with his most recent visuals for “Bounce”. The high energy, topsy-turvy video shows a solo Dres with his own flow, move, and attitude.

It throws out some conceited rap lyrics and plays into the classic marks of individuality and self-idolizing aesthetic that as a society we love to indulge in. Why? Because it gives you that Bounce!

(It also may make you dizzy lol)

Check out this video and let us know what you think in the comments below!

/CW

Directed By Brett Schmidt / Produced by DMT

Snapshot Press Release: On to Greater Things (Vincent Van Great at Summerfest 2018)

It’s that time of year again when all of our local favorites are on the move, elevating the playing field and checking off all of their goals. Vincent Van Great is no exception.

CopyWrite Magazine caught up with him backstage at Summerfest after his performance as the opening act for Tory Lanez on the Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard stage, this past Thursday to see how things have been developing since our last sit down at Summer Solstice in 2017.

Images by FreakishNerd // Mahdi Gransberry

After a massive set with his band Ninja Sauce and some other talented artist from MKE (Dana Coppafeel, Jay Anderson, Blizz McFly, & Yo-dot), Vincent Van Great was eager to retreat into his dressing room away from the crowd and all the action. “I’m hungry, [and] I need to eat,” he said crashing onto the couch.

CW: “Big Stage! Summerfest! A Great set! How are you feeling yo’?”

VVG: “I’m feeling really good. Excellent to say the least.” The look on his face of exhaustion was carried out with the satisfaction of completion.

CW: “Was it what you expected?”

VVG: “It actually was exactly what I expected. I know the type of audience that Tory Lanez brings so I added some extra groovy and smooth songs to my set instead of doing something way more hip-hop.”

Though Great seemed a little iffy on the crowd's thoughts, we noticed quite a few heads bobbing and catching the beat, enjoying the vibe. Festival crowds can be spazmatic when awaiting headliners but this bunch didn't seem to mind at all. (ON THE RECORD! LOL.)

This is his second year playing as a major opener at Summerfest. Last year he played the Johnson Control stage before the epic performance of BJ the Chicago Kid.

VVG: “They keep putting me with these R&B type of guys even though I do a lot of hip-hop.”

CW: “Do you think that's because of the live band?” (If you have not yet seen his performances with Ninja Sauce, you are missing out.)

VVG: “Well it's cool either way. But it's definitely about to usher me into this new sound that I am coming up with. Which leads me into me and Dana’s new project.”

Vincent Van Great will be dropping a new project later this summer entitled, ‘A Tape Called Fresh,’ co-starring Dana Coppafeel. The concept pushes the throwback cassette style, with an A side & B side tracklist. The A-side featuring the more hard-hitting Hip-hop sounds that their day-one fans enjoy where the B side will host more groovy melodic, “girly records.”

CW: “Girly!?!”

VVG: “Haha, you know the songs with a more R&B feel, that are vibey. The B side of the project will really cue everyone into the lane I’m entering in, so listen to that project and peep the B-side. But I mean it's all fire.”

We believe it. Great has been working on his craft for a while now, and all the progress that we have noted has been the elevation into bigger and better things. Production, delivery, and even performance style have morphed but still are very much his own sound.

CW: “We have known you for a long time. It's obvious that you are getting plenty of traction locally and it’s expanding into industry. Are you ready for it?”

VVG: “I have been working a long time for this and sometimes you don't get to sit back and really realize what you have accomplished. Because for me I’m still peddling…”

CW: “Like literally peddling on a Bublr bike. Haaaaa!”

VVG: He starting laughing hard. “There you go babbbyyyyy! Shout to Bublr Bikes!”

Vincent Van Great rode his custom VVG Bublr Bike on stage since they are proud sponsors of his Summerfest set!

VVG: “There will be several other Vincent Van Great bikes in different Bublr Bike locations, so if you see a VVG bike; pick that one!”

Shameless plugs are life! It is undebatable that Great is making moves. Where summer is alive in well these major sets are just apart of the action with many more showcases to come around the midwest.

VVG: “I’m headed out July 20th to Des Moines, Iowa. So if you’re out those ways come check me out. I know everyone reads CopyWrite, so they will get the message.” (He’s right, especially those in the midwest we get a lot of love). “Then the following weekend I’m in Minneapolis, Minnesota. August I will be back here for Hip-Hop Week MKE and September you can catch me at Bayview Bash, so I’m definitely around for the festival season. Oh and Kansas City Indie Fest, as well.”

So with all the Great moves comes even Greater sacrifice. With his new opportunities of industry stardom at several levels on the line, he has been splitting his time off the road between L.A. and Milwaukee, cultivating dual homes.

VVG: “It’s split between the two because I’m working with Lana Turner (Comedian & wife of late comedian Ralphie May) now, as her Music Director for her new show, ‘Perfect 10’. So I will be back and forth from here to there trying to dot some I’s and cross some T’s on that coast.”

As you can see some of your local faves are not so local anymore but the love is the same, calling out his favorite (yes, we said favorite) magazine to share his 2018 Summerfest set. His passion and artistry shined through as he directed his band into each song, creating interest and making sure the crowd knew is exactly who he is. “I go by the name Vincent Van Great!”He said it five times y’all, make sure it sticks.

CW: “Is there anything else you want the people to know?”

VVG: “I love CopyWrite. Thank you, ladies, & your team for always helping me out and having my back. Y’all keep killing it.”

And as always, we love you back!

#SupportTheLocal opening acts this year at Summerfest. They will be worth your time!

/CW

Check out the digital version of this article here.

King Cezar - Pikachu (CezMix)

This is low-key Pokemon abuse! Lol Pikachu with the bong? Y'ALL DISRESPECTFUL!

But anyways, here we are with King Cezar flipping ego over the  Lil Baby and Drake hit "Yes Indeed" calling it “Pikachu” (CezMix). It’s catchy, plus duh the beat slaps. If you place close attention you may hear some references that make you say “ahhhhh haaaa”.

Listen here & hit those hearts bellow if you’re rocking with it.

/CW

King Cezar Goes Off Over Lil Baby x Drake's "Yes Indeed"

Jay Yung - CLVRITY (Debut Project)

The tide has shifted. Where industry sound has been shifting to unorthodox lows in quality, substance, and relevance, other artists are honing in on self-accountability, reflection, ambition and “CLVRITY” (clarity).

Jay Yung’s debut project “CLVRITY” is a thoroughly thought out compilation of more mature agendas, were his tracks breath connected themes of reality showing face, and his choices to survive such intimate adversities became his truth. The more mellow beats, old-school samples, and interludes are grasping in their aura of authenticity.

The artist himself claims that this project is quite introverted, allowing him to “ ask a lot of questions and...own the imperfections and qualities that make me”. Without a doubt song 1 “Indecisions” (Prod. C.U.T.S), is our favorite track. What a way to start a project! It was uncensored, very raw in emotions, and well...it hit home. It also has made into our “/CW Approved” playlist on SoundCloud!

Jay Yung’s delivery is natural. The cadence seeming very unrehearsed, which we believe works well on this type of project. It's a solid project, with room for technical tweaks, but as a reflection piece, it is unflawed. We believe that anyone who may need a moment to reflect should check this one out.

Hit the heart & comment below if you are feeling this one.

So what’s next for Jay Yung?

“Honestly, Bruh...Growth”.  

/CW

CW Guide to Summerfest 2018

It's that time again, in two weeks Summerfest 2018 starts and YES, CopyWrite is back as OFFICIAL MEDIA for the "World's Largest Music Festival."

This year, Summerfest has FINALLY made it a priority to add and integrate hip-hop/rap into its lineup along with an impressive push to have local acts opening up for leaders in the industry. This year, for almost EVERY DAY of the festival, you will find a hip-hop/rap artist(s) waiting to hit the stage. 

Our only complaint is their 2018 Emerging Artists Series, where they once again have not shown or feature any of the Milwaukee talent we know and love other than Milwaukee band, Bo & Airo. P.S. Summerfest we would be happy to give you a list of "Emerging Artists" for 2019; drop us an email (copywrite.mke@gmail.com). 

All shade a side, you will find someone you want to see at Summerfest this year. We can promise that. 

See our CW guide below.

Summerfest is June 27-July 1 and July 3 - July 98

(List ordered by Date)

American Family Insurance Amphitheater Headliners

06.27 //

Amerika's Addiction

Laye Murashi 

06.29 //

Halsey  

Logic

06.30//

BEBE REXHA

07.03 //

Trippie Redd

J. Cole

07.05 //

Shawn Mendes

Charli XCX

07.07//

Big Boi

The Weeknd

2017 (GroundStage) Festival Headliners

06.27 //

DJ BIZZON (Opening for Lil Uzi Vert)

Lil Uzi Vert

The All-American Rejects

06.28 //

Vincent VanGreat with NinjaSauce

Tory Lanez

Nelly

Belly

Ian Ewing

Cincere

Sugarhill Gang

Grandmaster Mele Mel & Scorpio Furious 5

06.29 //

GoldLink

DJ Nu Stylez

Xavier Omar

06.30 //

Naima Adedapo

07.01 //

Bo & Airo

Lex Allen featuring SistaStrings (Opening for Black Violin)

Black Violin

07.03 //

Abby Jeanne (Opening for Benjamin Booker)

Benjamin Booker

The Wailers

07.04 //

Kesha

The Fray (I love The Fray so they’re on this list too)

7.05 //

Jimmie Allen

Machine Gun Kelly

Denny Lanez

DJ BIZZON (Opening for DJ Jazzy Jeff)

Dj Jazzy Jeff

07.06 //

Genesis Renji (Opening for Amine)

Amine

07.06 //

B~Free (Opening for Janelle)

Janelle Monae

07.07 //

Jonny P

Purchase Amphitheater tickets here.

General admission tickets are now $21 so we suggest going early and getting a Day pass for $14, all you have to do is get there before 4pm. Learn more about purchasing tickets here. 

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Let us know if we missed someone so we can add it to our list. :) and follow us on Instagram @copywritemag for on the scene vibes. 

King Myles - "C.I.M.P." Ft. Spaidez (Video Submission)

Looks like MKE talent is sending out Subliminals all  Summer 2018. King Myles is back it again with his video "C.I.M.P.," featuring Spaidez, which stands for "Change In My Pocket".

"C.I.M.P." is song about the concept of sacrificing monetary gain for the sake of creating real change and authentic art. Throughout the song there are many connections to the issues that the average person in Milwaukee and thousands of other cities confront on a daily basis. With these issues in mind, King Myles and Spaidez still hold a positive vibe, hinting at the fact that we were all put on this Earth for a purpose and that all of our lives have a meaning. We can all bring positivity into this life for free.”

Hmmmmmm Okaaaayyyy! (Oh and we see how you flipped the P.I.M.P)

Lets us know what you think in the comments below.

/CW

Hiii Tribe Presents: King Myles ft. Spaidez (Official Visual) Directed by Gonzales Visuals Now available on the official website of the Hiii Tribe Movement and everywhere you find music www.hiiitribe.com Don't forget to follow Hiii Tribe on all of your favorite social media platforms