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BRASH! Magazine Fall ’19 Issue
BRASH! Magazine is BACK and ready for MORE NOISE in the Indie Music Scene!
Cover Photo Credit: Kayla Burt
Exclusive interview with Mr. FunkTrap, Antonio Ramsey. He talks to BRASH! about his short break from music, how he’s approaching his upcoming project, & other venture in the entertainment industry. Learn more about this pioneer of R&B music in the making in the Fall ’19 Issue of BRASH! OUT NOW!
Get 2 Know Kolette Easy.
This songstress made her mark with a dynamic stage presence and unique style of music.
We will ALWAYS Love the 90s
Coming off MC Hammer’s House Party Tour, The Funky Bunch is delivering new music and more goodies to keep the Good Vibrations going!
Rapper Young Deuces gives BRASH! an exclusive look into his upcoming album, Son of a Soldier. Honoring his father, the hip hop artist uses his father’s influence to create a new body of work.
The Business of Betty Moon
Learn how this multi-talented artist used her star power indie to make it to the majors!
All of this and MORE in the Fall ’19 Issue of BRASH! Magazine OUT NOW!
Summer Vids | “Run It” Music Video by PHZ-Sicks
VA Rap Artist, PHZ-Sicks, Releases New Music Video for the Single “Run It”
Virginia rap artist PHZ-Sicks (pronounced ‘physics’) presents the “Run It” music video, which is off his upcoming album, Good Day, Greater Tomorrow. Directed by Zack David with music produced by Ashton McCreight, “Run It” comes on the heels of his previous music video “Hurts”.
Watch Music Video for “Run It”
Every MC sometimes hears a beat and just want to rhyme. Test how dope you can be on the mic, how you can change rhyme patterns, or just be plain dope. This is pretty much that. This is just a heads up that when it comes to rap, I do this and I do it proudly. -PHZ-Sicks
“Run It” is Available Now on Major Music Streaming Platforms!
About PHZ-Sicks
Visually, the loose narrative gives insight on PHZ-Sicks as an artist. From his love of film with homage to a certain movie, wrestling references throughout the song, using the humor of 80s glamour shots, and the visual reference of Michelangelo’s Pieta to give thanks and show the importance of Black women in the black community. These various images come together in this kinetic music video to visually look inside the mind of PHZ-Sicks.
BRASH! Throwback, read PHZ-Sicks’ exclusive interview with BRASH! from the SPRING ’18 Issue!
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Music Vids | “Within” by Godz Chyld
Bronx, New York emcee G.C. a.k.a. Godz Chyld presents the Joshua Cruz-directed music video for the D’artizt-produced title track of his new EP “Within”. GC’s last album was End Game, and he has collaborated with producer Jordan River Banks over several releases (watch the video for “Blue Flame” featuring Killah Priest and Loaded Lux).
GC says his new track is about “reconnecting with our true authentic selves. In this day and time it’s easy to get caught up in distractions because there’s so many of them like social media & the internet. I think it’s important for us to come back to ourselves and grow from our pure desires, not the programmed ones.”
Watch Music Video for “Within”
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BRASHION! Exclusive | No Pay No Runway®
BRASH! Magazine Interviews No Pay No Runway®‘s CEO/Founder, Carnell Jones. A Model Movement Giving Voices and Raising Awareness for the Beauties of the Catwalk
No Pay No Runway® was formed to bring awareness to all models who may have found themselves being treated unfairly or manipulated into working for Free.
Did you know that every time a model hits the runway during your favorite fashion event, she walks away with experience, minimum exposure, and weeks of countless emails/inquiries for pictures to add to the portfolio. Many are unaware of the time investments given in the industry from models who are looking to make their own mark. Unfortunately, those opportunities to start and thrive as a working model are very few.
No Pay No Runway® is standing up to be that voice. Giving models a platform to advise and speak out against designers, fashion production companies, and other brands utilizing their talents for events to boost their company’s profiles, and leaving the models with nothing.
BRASH! Magazine reached out to the founder of No Pay No Runway®, Carnell Jones, for more details on the movement and how models can get involved!
CEO/Founder of No Pay No Runway, Carnell Jones
BRASH! What is the overall mission for the movement? Our mission is to give every model a voice to speak out against free labor in the fashion industry, and to eventually get them the wages they deserve.
BRASH! Why do you feel that models accepted the terms of unpaid gigs and exposure in order to hit the runway? Many models accept the terms of unpaid gigs and exposure in the beginning because most of the producers and designers are selling them false hope and dreams. For a young model to hear “If you walk for free, you will get great exposure and you will eventually become the next modeling star” is a rather soft spot for most models. The average model is between 15 & 25 years of age, so when they hear “You will become famous one day”, they tend to put their guards down and accept anything.
Read the full exclusive interview in the Spring ’19 Issue of BRASH! Magazine.
For more information, follow No Pay No Runway® on Instagram and Facebook. If you’re a model who would like to reach out to the movement regarding mistreatment in the fashion industry, email info@nopaynorunway.com.
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BRASH! Magazine Spring ’19 Cover Reveal ft. Berry Boo
Singer-songwriter, Berry Boo, Covers the Spring ’19 Issue of BRASH! Magazine
Spring is in the air, and so is the NOISE! Another round of dope indies and stories of inspiration from BRASH! Magazine. In this issue we are focusing on bringing in the “new”.
Cover Artist: Berry Boo
Meet this Singer/Rapper/Swagstress from Brooklyn, NY. Berry Boo, no stranger to the stage, is also known as a re-known background vocalist for some of today’s hottest artists. Her latest EP Clutch features the explosive single, “Gunz N Black Roses” & “Uncertainty” ft. Smith Street.
This artist has created her own route, using persistence, unique approach in delivering music, and a lot of SWAG!
Also in this issue:
- BRASH! Inspirations Artist, KadyRoxz, takes you beyond music, helping others reach their fullest potential in the business.
- Indie Rock Band, Death Saddle Syndicate has full CONTROL in the entertainment industry.
- BRASH! talks with Luxury Streetwear designer, Richmond Kingsford of VAGUE Streetwear about his beginnings of fashion and the concept of VAGUE.
Spring into action with indie talents, its BLOOMING season for BRASH! Magazine
Spring ’19 Issue is OUT NOW!
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When Love Takes Over | “Can’t Help Myself” by Alexa Ferr
BRASH! Cover Artist Alum, Alexa Ferr Releases New Single “Can’t Help Myself”
Los Angeles, CA – R&B/Pop artist ALEXA FERR returns with her brand new single, “Can’t Help Myself”! This marks Alexa’s first release since the release of single If You Only Knew, produced by Th3ory (Mary J. Blige, PARTYNEXTDOOR, Eric Bellinger, Ye Ali) last year.
“Can’t Help Myself” is a sexy, eclectic open love letter about realizing a love interest’s effect on you.
“Can’t Help Myself” is about finding everything about an individual you are either in a relationship with or have an interest in irresistible. You often find yourself thinking about this person, and wanting to be with them. Essentially, you “can’t help yourself” whenever you are with them.” – Alexa Ferr
“Can’t Help Myself” was produced by ‘Til December and written by Alexa Ferr.
Stream “Can’t Help Myself” Now on Major Digital Music Platforms!
About Alexa Ferr
R&B/Pop artist Alexa Ferr is no stranger to the music industry. A bonafide triple threat, Alexa discovered her love for the arts performing at local singing competitions and as a dancer gaining 8 years of experience in jazz, tap, ballet, hip-hop and contemporary dance.
Alexa’s career began in 2011 with the release of her first single, “Fell” via Universal Music Group/Dauman Music. The single featured Disney star Matthew “Mdot” Finley, who was also featured in Camp Rock 2. Following the release of “Fell”, Alexa worked with a multitude of producers throughout 2012, including production duo The Invaders who helped the then 17-year-old discover her sound as an artist. In 2013, the Toronto native moved to Los Angeles and released her debut EP ‘Lipstick On The Glass’, introducing fans and media outlets to the “Rugged Pop” sound.
Throughout 2017 and 2018, Alexa took pride in solo-songwriting, while working with many producers, continuing to create music on her own terms.
Alexa is working with a variety of producers on new music which will be released throughout 2019.
Summer ’18 BRASH! Cover
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Vintage Prom Night Visuals | “Stand With Me Tonight” Music Video by C. SHIROCK
Acclaimed Musician C. SHIROCK Releases Official Music Video for New Single, “Stand With Me Tonight”
The single is a stunning love song featuring heartfelt, shimmering vocals with ethereal synthscapes. The video features twinkly vintage prom night visuals and narrate a teenage romance between two high school students.
C. SHIROCK has found success with his music featured in multiple TV networks including MTV, NBC and ABC. He has performed at major summer festivals in front of hundreds of thousands of people across the US and UK, alongside acts such as Twenty One Pilots, Cage The Elephant and Manchester Orchestra, to name a few.
Watch Music Video for “Stand With Me Tonight”
Catch our exclusive with C. SHIROCK as he covers our
Winter ’18 Issue AVAILABLE NOW!
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‘Tis the season to be BRASH! | Winter ’18 Cover Reveal
BRASH! Magazine Winter ’18 Cover Reveal featuring singer, songwriter, musician, C. SHIROCK!
Cover Photo Credit: Allister Ann
Holidays, Resolutions, Family time, and NOISE! Closing out 2018 with a bang, C. SHIROCK is bringing the HEAT to warm us the frosty winter that is around the corner. Writing and performing music with feeling and vulnerability, his tracks are definitely a playlist “add” to keep you cozy!
Also in this issue, we go inside the music with Stewdiopheen (Joi Wynn), music engineer who is loving and learning in this industry. McKenzie Caldwell-Pope is a Mom-Boss looking to inspire mothers to balance family life and going for their own desires. Our BRASH! team writer, Rose Fall sought out artists to look out for in 2019, and we’re giving you a few holiday songs to get you into the spirit.
Winter ’18 Issue Coming OUT NOW. Support INDIE and MAKE NOISE to bring in 2019!!!
BRASHION! Fall ’18 – Style Inspo & Hot Designs!
Fashion Galore! BRASHION! Fall ’18 Segment in the Latest Issue of BRASH! Magazine
BRASHION! (BRASH! + Fashion) is our quarterly segment in every issue of BRASH! giving you a taste of style, inspos, and MORE! For the Fall ’18 Issue we’re taking you to New York City and London with Fashion Week highlights and hot designs hitting the runway. Dive in below:
Gillian McKeith and Madeline Stuart support Fashions Finest’ Ethos of Fashion & Inclusivity during London Fashion Week
Fashions Finest, known for their stance on Diversity within in the fashion industry, pushed the envelope this weekend with models, designers and audiences representing all ages, sizes, (dis)abilities, and cultures on and off the catwalk. Read full article.
The Show of All Shows: PINK by Stevie Boi (NYFW SS 19 Collection)
The exclusive runway show gave lucky eyes a gaze at Stevie Boi’s designs only fit for those daring to be fabulous in PINK. His signature styles ranged sexy sheer to elegantly chic. These professional models WERKED the runway giving life to the visionary’s creation; adding to the elements of the event space. When going to a Stevie Boi show, be prepared to be pampered with a moment of hot designs, celebrity sightings, and a production like no other. Read full article.
A Touch of Yellow Fashion Editorial
Model | Anastasia Kremneva
Photographer | Nikita Stolboushkin
MUA| Baranova Elizabeth
Stylist | Igor Yerin
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Polo & Top | Bikkembergs
Belt | Uniqlo
Pants | 5prewiew
Footwear | Premiata
Style Fashion Week Brings LA’s Top Influencer Designers to the New York Runway – Matte Brand, Adriana Sahar & More
Style Fashion Week is known for giving a platform to indie designers. Each year is bigger and better as more talents are noticed on the runway by influencers, press, and celebrities. A weekend event packed with models, innovative designs taking over Manhattan! This year for NYFW SS19, Style Fashion Week brought LA’s hottest influencer designers to the New York Runway. Briana Wilson’s Matte Brand, Adriana Sahar and Sweet Talk Swim debuted their SS’19 collections at the Manhattan Center.
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