Written in partnership with Jonathan P Wright
Powered by RADIOPUSHERS and RESULTSANDNOHYPE, WE BUILT DIFFERENT was a two-day event to connect, educate, and empower emerging artists nationwide. More than 20 artists flew into Miami to attend the conference, which included face-to-face interviews, recording sessions, and live performances. The conference provided a platform for creatives to network, build their brand, and learn.
On a stage set up inside a palatial waterfront home, DJ WESWILL curated live performances. The conference coincided with the recording of new music by several artists at the House of Hits Studios. Artists had the opportunity to showcase their talent and create priceless visual brand content at the event.
The WE BUILT DIFFERENT conference was designed to empower creativity and provide artists with the tools they need to succeed. Through a combination of networking, education, and performance opportunities, artists were able to build their brands and reach their full potential.
RADIOPUSHERS, the driving force behind the conference, is committed to working with artists to educate them and help them build multi-million-dollar brands. The conference was just one way that RADIOPUSHERS fulfilled its mission statement, facilitating the development of artists.
The WE BUILT DIFFERENT conference was a powerful tool for empowering creativity and success by providing artists a platform to connect, learn, and grow.
In addition to creating a supportive and collaborative environment for artists to thrive, the face-to-face interviews were an essential component of the conference. Face-to-face interviews between industry professionals and artists were a highlight of the WE BUILT DIFFERENT conference.
In addition to the face-to-face interviews, the WE BUILT DIFFERENT conference also included recording sessions at the ‘House of Hits’ Studios. These sessions allowed artists to record original music and collaborate with other creatives.
A state-of-the-art recording facility, ‘House of Hits’ Studios helps musicians create high-quality music. WE BUILT DIFFERENT provided artists an unprecedented opportunity to take their music to the next level by providing access to this studio.
Artists were able to grow and succeed in a supportive and collaborative environment at the ‘House of Hits’ Studios during the conference.
One of the most exciting aspects of the WE BUILT DIFFERENT conference was the live performances that took place on a stage set up inside a palatial waterfront home. Several artists performed stunningly, showcasing their talent and connecting with the audience.
Every live musical performance during the event was curated by DJ WESWILL, who ensured that the music was of the highest quality and that the performances were engaging and memorable. Live performances helped create a supportive and collaborative environment for artists to thrive at the conference.
A premium 4K visual content package was provided to each artist as part of the WE BUILT DIFFERENT conference. Artists were able to build their brands and promote their music using these high-quality photos and videos.
The visual content package was invaluable to musicians trying to establish a career. In providing artists with this content, the conference provided an excellent opportunity for them to grow their brands.
As part of its mission statement, RADIOPUSHERS strives to help artists build multi-million dollar brands by organizing conferences such as WE BUILT DIFFERENT. In addition to providing artists with access to premium digital resources, recording studios, and live performances, the conference offered artists various exclusive opportunities to advance their careers.
There is no doubt that Glory Ro’Z is a gifted musician with the aim of creating music that will resonate with his fans and will allow him to establish a stronger relationship with them. With a deep understanding of social issues, human emotions, and current events, the New Jersey native brings an essential perspective to his songs that has influenced his songs profoundly. Glory Ro’Z aims to connect with his fans personally and create a space where they can exchange ideas and dialogue openly and honestly through the lyrics and melodies he makes.
IAMRE$TBX takes us on a journey toward achieving real self-made success in Hip-Hop. IAMRE$TBX hustled hard to become a household name in New York’s brutal rap scene. New York City comprises five boroughs that geographically make up over 300 square miles. Within this area, there are 59 community districts that define the economic profile of the City. To walk the merciless streets of New York without fear and maintain respect from all five boroughs requires Championship DNA.
IAMRE$TBX’s meteoric rise from underground to mainstream Hip-Hop supremacy was destined from birth. IAMRE$TBX’s skin has permanent scars and tattoos from growing up in New York City’s concrete jungle. His music echoes the fury, indescribable pain, love, and fearless energy of Generation Z Hip-Hop.
Jamaica is a small island in the Caribbean Sea with a population of just over 2.7 million people. Despite its size, the Jamaican culture has had a profound impact on the world, especially in the realms of music and dance.
With a population of just over 2.7 million, Jamaica is a small island in the Caribbean Sea. A profound influence on the world has been made by Jamaican culture despite its small size, particularly in the fields of dance and music.
RozeGold is a prime example of Jamaican culture continuing to influence the world today. RozeGold is a successful entrepreneur and recording artist who promotes Jamaican culture through his music and fashion. A distinctly Jamaican aesthetic is instantly recognizable due to the blend of traditional Jamaican elements and modern designs. RozeGold’s music connects with people’s deepest desires and fears. His latest record ‘Only Man She Needs,’ continues to impact mainstream radio in 2023.
Christian Vior’s music is an ultra beam light in the world of Gen Z Hip-Hop. His record ‘Wavy’ created its own lane of popularity among female Gen Z listeners. Wavy became a popular genre of rap and Hip-Hop among young people, and Christian Vior was able to capitalize off of that with his hit song. The style of music he creates is very unique and different from anything else out there. It has a fresh sound that is perfect for the younger generation.
His lyrics are also very relatable to what many young people are going through today. Christian Vior’s unique life perspectives enable him to develop lyrics from an ultra-creative place within his soul. Christian Vior’s music illuminates the creative brilliance of Generation Z.
The new era of Gen Z R&B music is represented by Walt Jackson. His music’s emotional grip and personal nature have allowed him to make a lasting impression on a wide range of audiences. The themes that Walt Jackson addresses within his music highlight issues related to his personal life, such as love, heartbreak, unconventional love, and securing his family’s future.
Walt Jackson’s lyrics are introspective and vulnerable, which resonates with many listeners. In addition to writing his own songs, Jackson also produces and mixes his own music, giving him complete creative control over his artistry. There is no denying that Walt Jackson’s name is rising within the ranks of the R&B world. Walt Jackson’s social media presence is proliferating, and he has been featured in several upper-echelon media publications.
In the world of Hip-Hop, Reign RoseGold is considered one of the most unconventional talents. Her music is not restricted to one particular genre, nor does she conform to any specific style, but it reflects her own personal journey. Her songs are designed so that readers are invited into the world of Reign RoseGold and can sense what she is feeling.
Among the music industry’s visionaries, she deeply understands the power of music when it comes to changing lives. Her mission is to use her platform to inspire and empower young people, especially young women of color. Described as a mix of trap, R&B, and Hip-Hop, Reign RoseGold’s music encompasses a variety of genres that all make up a very distinct blend of music. Gen Z culture is reflected in the lyrics, which are hard-hitting and true to life. Reign RoseGold is the new voice of Generation Z freedom in 2023.
The name KXNG KO is credited with being one of Hip-Hop’s most revolutionary artists today. In addition to being unapologetically honest, the music he produces speaks to the experiences of an entire generation. As a result of KXNG KO being born with an abnormal vision, he has a distinctive point of view on the world, which he applies to his writings, music, and art.
He uses his music to express Generation Z’s pain, promise, and future. KXNG KO understands how to produce soul-searching music that resonates with his listeners. He is a true visionary and poised to advance rap culture.
In her lyrics, JEMETYEESE illuminates the journey of a queen and the price of being an empress. She represents the new energy in R&B, where women unapologetically take their rightful place at the top. JEMETYEESE is the embodiment of survival and self-empowerment. Her music is a source of strength for many women who have been through tough times. With her powerful voice and honest lyrics, JEMETYEESE is making a name for herself as one of the most important new artists in R&B Generation Z culture.
RIMANIST exists in the space between the mainstream and the underground, between what’s popular and what’s real. His music is for those who are searching for something more than what they see on the surface.
RIMANIST represents the new breed of Gen Z rap culture. His music is all about challenging people to search beyond their pain for the truth in life. With his natural gift for storytelling, RIMANIST is able to take listeners on a journey that is both personal and relatable. RIMANIST is a natural-born Hip-Hop storyteller. His rap delivery is unmatched, and his ability to captivate an audience is undeniable. When you listen to his music, you can’t help but be drawn in by his stories.
WrightWayJay’s music often highlights his deep and intricate connection to humanity. WrightWayJay’s lyrical flow and cadence create a unique lane of creativity for his music, which allows him to connect with listeners on a deeper level. He often tackles complex subjects such as mental health and addiction in his music, which has helped many people struggling with these issues feel seen and heard. In addition to his meaningful lyrics, WrightWayJay’s production is top-notch, and he frequently works with talented guest artists to create exceptional tracks.
Having emerged onto the dancehall scene in 2020, Shayy Soprano has made waves with her unique sound and style. Shayy Soprano’s music draws inspiration from various genres, such as dancehall, pop, R&B, and Hip-Hop.
The unique sound of Shayy Soprano is the combination of her ability to speak multiple languages and her flow delivery, which gives her music an ultra-distinctive feel. A popular name in the scene, Shayy Soprano’s melodies are infectious and sexually polished. With only a few years under her belt, Shayy Soprano has developed her own dancehall vibe and lifestyle. It is clear that she is constantly pushing boundaries and exploring the possibilities of her genre.
Quinashai Chelette is a natural-born superstar. Everything she does, touches, and speaks transforms into manifestation. Infusing spoken word, Hip-Hop, R&B, & Afrobeats into her music, she has created an international movement of soulful expression and honesty that the world can’t get enough of.
Quinashai Chelette’s live performances are known to be high-vibrational experiences that leave audiences feeling inspired, connected, and ready to take on the world. An undeniable magic happens when Quinashai steps on stage and opens her mouth to speak or sing. Quinashai Chelette’s words illuminate the hearts and souls of her listeners. Quinashai Chelette is a soulful, fierce artist, authentic and unapologetic. An absolute gem, she is a force to be reckoned with.
For anyone who’s been paying attention, it’s clear that Cris Cray is one of the most promising young talents in Hip-Hop. But in the last year or so, he has taken his game to a whole new level, cementing his place as one of the premier MC’s in Generation Z rap culture.
Known for his innovative style and dynamic delivery, Cris Cray is one of today’s most prominent musicians. As a result of growing up in Gen Z America, his music is filled with energy, hope, fearless ambition, and unrivaled artistic freedom. What sets Cris Cray apart from his peers in the Hip-Hop world is his unrelenting work ethic and his unrivaled passion for the genre he represents.
Throughout his career, he has never stopped striving to create new music and visuals that push the boundaries of what’s possible in the rap genre. Taking a DIY approach has allowed Cris Cray to retain complete creative control, resulting in a product that reflects his artistic vision and is 100% authentic.
As a person who has been through a lot in his life, Vicious J uses his music to connect with his fans on a deeper level. His lyrics often express very personal sentiments. Vicious J remains positive and optimistic despite facing many trials and tribulations. His resilience is inspiring. The power and emotion behind his music are evident when you listen to it. It’s as if he is channeling all of his pain and hurt into something beautiful and liberating. Vicious J has established himself as one of the most talented and versatile musicians within Generation Z rap culture. Music is Vicious J’s passion, and his fans’ connection to him permeates everything he does. Life has provided Vicious J with Championship DNA as he travels the path of most resistance.
PUSHPLAY914 wears a necklace around his neck daily to remind himself that he cannot give up on his dreams. The necklace contains a medallion with his children’s image. PUSHPLAY914’s chief focus is creating generational wealth for his family and a legacy. PUSHPLAY914’s vision is esoteric and panoramic. PUSHPLAY914’s lyrics reflect his multi-diverse and gifted human instincts. He possesses an energy reminiscent of Bobby Brown’s “My Prerogative.” It is PUSHPLAY914’s passion for music that fuels his flight of destiny. Surviving in New York’s concrete jungle is not for the light-hearted. PUSHPLAY914’s bloodline contains Championship DNA and ‘No Plan B.
In his life, Mobbin101 has never felt secure. Being born in the fire and trenches of life, Mobbin101 only had two options: Eat or Be Eaten. In California, navigating gang-affiliated streets without a guarantee of survival is an abnormal and surreal experience. The lyrics of Mobbin101 stimulate people’s deepest desires and fears, guiding them to pursue their passions and live fearlessly by their own rules. Mobbin101 is a new ray of light inside the ever-evolving universe of Hip-Hop.
However, Mobbin101’s music is more than just shocking or edgy for the sake of being different. His songs have a profound underlying message that speaks to the human condition.
Dev Amil was born with only two options in life: RAP or Die Trying. Dev Amil’s universe revolves around rap music as he represents the culture and artistry of New York Hip-Hop. I feel like I’m watching MTV Unplugged TV when I watch Dev Amil perform live. Dev Amil is the marquee artist for the ‘All Money Is Legal’ record label. Among Hip-Hop royalty, Frank Amil is renowned for finding uncut diamonds. In the Gen Z rap scene, Dev Amil is an undeniable force.
QMOSHYN is a hybrid between unconventional, creative mastery and a hustler’s spirit from the 1970s. Being a visionary is an expensive luxury most people want but can’t afford in life. Having an ultra-unique panoramic life vision, QMOSHYN is able to create soul-riveting Hip-Hop music for Generation Z. QMOSHYN is the modern-day KRS-One in rap culture.
Patience, resilience, and tenacity are essential virtues for any entrepreneur, but they are doubly so for those pursuing their dreams in the face of adversity. QMOSHYN embodies these qualities in spades.
Kareesh Forreal’s music echoes her pain, promise, triumph, and evolution journey. Kareesh Forreal is one of Generation Z’s soul music’s most influential voices. The lyrics of Kareesh Forreal portray a vivid picture of prosperity, unconditional love, and the attraction of marriage. In the R&B Generation Z music world, Kareesh Forreal’s competitive advantage is singing truth to power.
In Detroit, CVNNON represents the soul of Generation Z Hip-Hop. CVNNON’s music is a mixture of Busta Rhymes, Onyx, Kris Kross, and a Tribe Called Quest rolled into one. CVNNON’s life illuminates rap culture’s chaotic world. Deaths, betrayals, fake friends, street dreams, family ties, and creating generational wealth are prevalent in rap’s ecosystem. CVNNON embodies Detroit’s pride and honor in every aspect of his life. CVNNON walks the dangerous path of Hip-Hop every day in pursuit of his dream.
Zoe RoseGold’s music reflects abnormality, aspiration, sexual freedom, personal empowerment, and psychological growth. In Generation Z Hip-Hop, Zoe RosGold’s Haitian and New York bloodline gives her an edge. A new chapter in Zoe RoseGold’s broadcasting career was launched in 2022. An agreement was reached between Zoe RoseGold and a multi-platform broadcast company. On the RADIOPUSHERS TV platform, she is an Executive Producer and host of multiple creative shows.
Derrick T. Lewis was never meant to live an ordinary life since birth. Hollywood, acting, music royalty, and ‘Making Every Second Count’ were among the cards of life dealt to Derrick T. Lewis. From the moment he took his first step, Derrick T. Lewis’s career has been on overdrive. Having a family filled with high achievements and world-renowned accolades casts a huge shadow over a person’s life. Unsurprisingly, the industry’s upper-echelon power-players recognize Derrick T. Lewis’ music and acting resume on a global scale.
Samantha’ Patience Jay’ Rice has gained prominence in the music industry during the course of her career. The music industry’s biggest names have trusted her to develop their digital brands. Her work has built some of the industry’s most iconic brands.
Samantha’ Patience Jay’ Rice is a marketing and distribution executive focusing on branding in the entertainment industry. Artists with whom she has collaborated include some of the best and most talented in the world. As a result, she has helped to shape their careers. She is a respected industry leader and voice of influence in her field.
Having worked in the music industry for over twenty years, DJ WESWILL brings a wealth of experience. As an authority in this field, he has built a strong reputation over the years. Despite his busy schedule, he is a diligent executive dedicated to his profession. He has worked at some of the most prestigious music companies while building a successful business career. A long list of credits shows that he has worked with everyone from Beyonce to Diddy.
DJ WESWILL’s brand is globally recognized as a powerhouse in the music industry. In 2022, DJ WESWILL became the first person to hold the Head of Music Programming position for 99.7 DA HEAT MIAMI on iHeartRadio and Curation for RADIOPUSHERS. DJ WESWILL’s ear for locating Billboard-charting music is unparalleled. From Philadelphia to London, DJ WESWILL is known worldwide.
We BUILT DIFFERENT was filmed and produced by an iconic videographer and author, Dorian Ash. Undoubtedly, Dorian Ash has played a significant role in the development of American film and television. The intro video that Dorian Ash did for Miami’s House of Hits Studio, owned by Vinny DeLeon, is widely considered to be one of the most famous videos that Dorian Ash did. Vinny DeLeon transformed his music dream into a multimillion-dollar operation.
A testament to the power of independent music, the ‘WE BUILT DIFFERENT’ Conference powered by RADIOPUSHERS and RESULTSANDNOHYPE has been a massive success in empowering and educating emerging artists.
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