DJ Man
Born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida, professionally known as DJ Man, has been a dynamic force in the music industry since 1994. His career began as a DJ while proudly serving in the United States Navy, where his global travels provided a unique perspective on the international growth of hip-hop. DJ Man's performances across countries such as Italy, Bahrain, Spain, and Greece exposed him to diverse musical influences, shaping his understanding of the worldwide evolution of the genre.
As a long-time member of the legendary “TJSDJS” record pool in Tallahassee, Florida, DJ Man contributed to the success of numerous iconic artists by playing and breaking their records early in their careers. He supported the rise of influential names like 2 Chainz, Plies, Pastor Troy, T-Pain, and Rick Ross, cementing his reputation as a tastemaker with an innate talent for recognizing hit music.
In 2010, DJ Man transitioned from DJing to music production and engineering, founding Street Grindaz Ent. with a mission to deliver exceptional music to fans both in the United States and around the globe. As a producer, DJ Man combines his rich experience, keen ear for talent, and international perspective to create music that resonates with audiences everywhere.
Today, DJ Man continues to shape the soundscape of hip-hop as a versatile DJ, producer, and engineer, committed to pushing boundaries and sharing his passion for music worldwide.
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NALIJ
Hailing from the sunny lands of St. Petersburg, FL, Nalij (or Knowledge) has made rumblings in the music industry since the turn of the millennium. However, his journey to the established rapper/musician he is today has been anything but conventional, with roles spanning artist management, record label ownership and even the enigmatic world of ghostwriting.
As the youngest of seven, Nalij’s soundscape was painted via the vibrant strokes of East-coast hip-hop, Miami bass music, R&B soul, electric Blues, gospel and classic soul. His diverse taste in music would eventually evolve into a musical palette that would define his unique sound.
Nalij’s lyrical odyssey began with poetry, a testament to his insatiable appetite for flow, wordplay and rocking different cadence’s. A self-professed bookworm, Nalij would look up words he didn’t know in the dictionary and use his expanded vocabulary/poetry prowess to craft verses for school crushes. That metamorphosis would eventually lead to songwriting while embarking on a career in the music industry.
Immersed in the late 80s to 90s rap era of storytelling and inspired by the likes of Tupac and Scarface, Nalij’s ability to compose vivid narratives based on reality as well as infectious party anthems made him a standout. Tracks like the gritty single “Cold Word” serve as an aggregate with its compelling, no holds barred lyrics set to a haunting, but captive backdrop. While another track, the bumping “Rich Feel”, stands out as a ghetto soliloquy to the street life. More recently, Nalij has teamed up with Tampa, FL, rapper Kantshes on the single, "Who Knew", a love opus that features rich storytelling and slick verses from both emcees.
With versatility serving as his forte, Nalij’s mission is clear: to be a well-rounded artist, creating music that resonates with the hearts and minds of a multitude. “I hope to make listeners think, open their eyes and feel what I’m saying when it comes to my more conscious tracks,” says Nalij. “From the party tracks, I just want them to live in the moment, celebrate and have a good time.”
Taking on an unapologetic look at the urban landscape, while also creating music that resonates with the ladies epitomizes Nalij as a musical craftsman who can forge a harmonious synthesis of street wisdom, raw emotions and seductive rhythms. And with that combo, you can count on him being around for a very long time.
HEEMBUG
Hailing from Florida, Heembug is a budding artist and producer known for his rare, raw energy and undeniable talent. His passion for music ignited at a young age, inspired by his parents’ musical legacy. With both his father and mother having deep roots in music, Heembug was born into a lineage of creativity and sound.
Early in life, he began exploring his musicality by playing drums for his church and experimenting with the keyboard. This foundation laid the groundwork for his artistry, but it wasn’t until the age of 19 that he discovered his true calling. Invited to a recording session by friends, he wrote his first verse on the way to the studio, sparking a life-changing moment and a newfound love for writing and recording music.
Two years later, Heembug’s ambition led him to producing his own music, aiming to own full rights to his creations. This drive brought him into collaboration with DJ Man, founder of Street Grindaz Entertainment (S.G.E.), and rapper Nalij, with whom he worked on the project “89 Escobar.”
With years dedicated to honing his skills as a writer and producer, Heembug is poised to make waves in the music industry. His goal is to create music that transcends borders, connecting with artists and fans worldwide. For Heembug, the sky is not the limit—it’s just the beginning.
Samuel Pino a.k.a "Yung Karma" is a Venezuelan composer, rapper and producer. He has gained popularity in the 'New Wave' of emerging artists for his distinguished work as a rapper, offering an innovative and fresh sound to the Venezuelan scene, in addition to complementing it with impeccable work as a producer. At just 23 years of age, Yung Karma has managed to place his name in different generations that have marked an important step within the urban genre in Venezuela, and with his young age he aims to be a great revelation artist in the coming times.
OG khan
From Khan to Mercenary Khan to General Khan ,the evolution to OG Khan has been a remarkable journey dating back to the early 2000’s The story starts from the streets of south St. Petersburg, Florida. Growing up RAP music was always a necessary commodity fueling and aiding the ambition not to become a typical statistic. Early influences like 2pac, dead prez,and Trick Daddy fueled his rap styles. During the early days of Seldom Scene record label Khan developed a niche for song creation, concepts,writing and arrangements. In this new era of music evolution his song creative techniques like Rap mixed R&B hooks, harmonized bridges and background vocals are fused with todays tempo, cadence and beats. Street grit, style and flex make up his lyrical motivation bringing forth his 3rd Ep “Strickly Entertainment”, showcasing his modern era OG style; legit and getting more! So stay tuned OG Khan’s “Stricky Entertainment” will be dropping soon. Meshed together with supporting visuals, the project fuses captivating content in the form of reels and music videos playing out like a soundtrack to a cultural cinema.