Lars Young: The Anti-Jerk/Anti-Skinny Jean Guy

What do you do when everyone around you is talking loud, but they ain’t saying nothing? You create a bootleg studio in your home and you put the truth on a track. That’s what Los Angeles born rapper, Lars Young, has done with his first single “Do You Jerk? Do You Wear Skinny Jeans?” Calling himself the “Anti-jerk”, Lars put the pen to the pad and put the opinions of many people to a beat. “Don’t get me wrong, I’m not against jerking or the movement. I would never knock the youth for doing something positive and being creative, I just don’t understand why they have to wear skinny jeans to do it”, he says while laughing. “I’m just saying what other people don’t have the resources to say. Not everyone can create and record a song to voice their opinion.”

Dating back to his early years, Lars has always had a love of music. He started playing drums in the choir of Greater Ebenezer Baptist Church while his mother and sister sang, and then moved on to creating his own beats on his computer. “I used HipHop EJay and just spent time perfecting beats. My sister would write and sing to them.” After seeing what could be done with them, he was inspired to put his own words to use. “I’d been writing rhymes in composition books for years. I started practicing and I would go to the laundry room and record from radio to radio. I used to get in trouble cause I would take my mom’s cassettes tapes and stuff tissue in them so I could record over them.” At 16, he completed a full disc of music that he circulated amongst his friends and by college he had won several talent shows.

The recent jerking dance craze and skinny jean trend has swept the nation and caused controversy in the process. “I saw what was happening, and everybody was thinking it, so I said what everyone was thinking. We all know that jerking started as a hood dance, and that skinny jeans used to be associated with metrosexuals and white boys”, states the fledgling artist. Lars used down time at his night shift job at the oil refinery to compose a song to address the trend. He then recorded it and created a video. “No one wanted to help me with it, so I did it at home by myself.”

He put the video on YouTube, and 60,000 hits later, it’s spreading like wildfire. To capitalize on its popularity, he created LarsYoungMusic on MySpace and began his own printing operation at home. “I did a photo shoot, created a graphic, and burned my song to disc. I've been giving it to anyone that's interested.” Hoping for it to reach the right hands, Lars has been burning his discs one by one praying that someone gives it the publicity it deserves.

“It's not a diss track at all. I made it for everyone, and it's a jerk style beat. It's a parody of the whole sensation. I want people to hear my track, dance, and laugh all at the same time.”

It's 2012 and Lars Young Drops His New Single "Welcome to the West" off of the debut album "Lars Young Music". Please download the much anticipated original music on iTunes, Google Music, and AmazonMP3 - Lars Young Music. Lars Young has been making quality music in the Los Angeles area since 1999 and has a solid fan base to prove it. His passion for music started in the 5th grade and it shows in his professionalism and knowledge of the business to match his stage presence. Lars Young has been approached by record labels and offered contracts that have not yet been suited to his liking. Thus far, Lars Young's business sense has helped him thrive in the Independent market. He has fully funded all of his music production  and video projects independently to secure as much rights to his distribution as possible. For business inquiries please check the links below:

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## O.G. Cuicide: A Story of Resilience and Success

O.G. Cuicide’s journey into the music world began with his first recording session in 1987, alongside the late Mixmaster Spade. He continued to make his mark with appearances on tracks such as “United We Stand Divided We Fall” from Toddy Tee’s *Living on the Edge of Insanity: The Life Album*. However, the high-pressure lifestyle started to take its toll, and in December 1991, O.G. survived a suicide attempt. This near-tragic event marked a turning point in his life.

### Mentorship and Growth

In 1992, O.G. met Leon Haywood, CEO of Eve Jim Records and a renowned R&B singer and songwriter. Haywood signed O.G. to his label and became a mentor, teaching him about contracts, publishing, and copyrights. This mentorship was crucial for O.G.'s development in the music industry. In 1994, he released a maxi single with Eve Jim Records, featuring tracks like “Still Flowing” and “Final Exit,” followed by his self-titled album *Cuicide* in 1995, which gained significant international attention.

### International Exposure and Continued Success

O.G.'s contract with Eve Jim Records expired in 1996, and he began a new chapter in his career. He contributed to DJ Yella's *One Mo Nigga to Go* album and continued to work with various artists in Gardena, California. In 1999, he released the album *Wonder Why*, which featured collaborations with artists like King Tee, Big Syke, BG Knocc Out, and Gangsta Dresta. His success led to an offer from Priority Records, which he declined to stay loyal to Executive Entertainment.

### Major Milestones and Collaborations

The year 2000 marked a high point in O.G.'s career with significant exposure in Japan and features in notable magazines like *Wheels Magazine* and *Lowrider Magazine*. In 2003, he collaborated on the film *Diamonds from the Bantus*, led by Joe Jackson, father of the Jackson family. This project solidified O.G.'s position in the industry, leading to the creation of Cidal Gang Records and the release of mixtapes such as *Go Hard or Go Home, Volume One* and *Volume Two*.

### The OneWest Brand

Today, O.G. Cuicide is the executive producer and creator of the OneWest Movement and brand. The album single *Never Give Up* epitomizes his career and personal journey. His music, including tracks like “I’m the Reason” and “Compton OG,” showcases his resilience and determination. Collaborations with artists like RBX, Bad Azz, and Warren G have paved the way for other musicians, such as Swoop G and AD.

### Legacy and Impact

The OneWest brand encompasses One West Magazine, One West Radio, and One West Apparel, drawing from O.G.’s rich and varied experiences. These platforms highlight and celebrate the culture and history that shaped him, providing a unique perspective on an ever-evolving cultural landscape. O.G. Cuicide’s story is one of perseverance, transformation, and unwavering dedication to his craft and community.

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