Memphis-based rapper and head of the Driven by Music brand, Tyke T combined honest lyrics, bold production, and insight garnered from his graduate education to climb the charts without the help of a major-label. The indie artist -- who graduated with an MBA from Middle Tennessee State University -- studied the charts and organized his fan base, storming the Top 50 of four Billboard charts with his sophomore EP, 2017's The Prelude. Born Tyrone Stroble in Smyrna, Tennessee, Tyke's main influences were '90s R&B and New Jack Swing by the likes of Jodeci, Bobby Brown, and Bell Biv Devoe, as well as rap from Master P, Kanye West, Drake, 8Ball & MJG, UGK, and Outkast. His early work appeared on various television shows and he was a Top ten finalist on VH1's Make a Band Famous. Making a name for himself in the underground Memphis hip-hop circuit, he expanded his local base by becoming the first rapper to appear on a local televised showcase for up-and-coming artists and also by winning a local Memphis radio station "Next Big Thing" contest. In addition, he opened for both B.o.B and Boosie Badazz. In late 2013, Tyke issued his debut EP, The Overlooked. Featuring Professa C on the track "On Me," this introductory salvo bridged the gaps between T.I.'s flow, Vince Staples' attitude, and the lyrical creativity and production style of early-era Kanye. In 2015, Tyke performed "Glory" -- Common and John Legend's Oscar-winning song for the film Selma -- at a ceremony honoring the film's director, Ava DuVernay. The following year, he released the single "This Can't Be Life," a socially conscious track that took aim at systemic oppression, racism, street violence, and police brutality. His continued grassroots focus would benefit Tyke in 2017, when his sophomore effort, The Prelude, debuted in the Top 15 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, as well as the Top 50 on the Rap and R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts. With a contemporary trap sound, The Prelude featured Jay Vee the Prince, Carla Barnes, Kevin Pierre, and Jus Bentley.

Goldenchild Holdings LLC ("GCH") is a digital media umbrella and worldwide web portal through which creative brands are supported and produced. GCH has a vetted history in the deployment of brands such as Suxxess Records and the Nureau Ink music renaissance. These efforts have garnered international acclaim spanning across music entertainment, fashion, and social justice.
B.Slade (CEO of Goldenchild Holdings) has released several hundred songs on over 30 albums over a span of 20 years, while producing a plethora of others for both gospel and secular artists.
Two time Emmy Award winner, four-time Grammy-nominated artist, B.Slade, is called to write, produce and perform alongside his musical idols, from Janet Jackson and Patti Labelle to Snoop Dogg and Kim Burrell. B.Slade ranks as a top favorite amongst A-listers. He began his journey over 20 years ago, and has since written and produced over 300 songs. B.Slade makes memorable appearances in all genres of music. Most recently compared to Prince, B.Slade similarly plays multiple instruments and has an unmatched vocal range - so respected that he tours with both Patti LaBelle as featured vocalist and percussionist, as well as a featured vocalist on select dates with Prince’s former band The New Power Generation.

As a highly sought-after songwriter and producer, B.Slade has written or produced for some of the biggest artists in the industry including Chaka Khan (“I Love Myself”), Sheila E. (“Fiesta”), Snoop Dogg ( "Words Are Few" whose video garnered over 2 million YouTube plays, among other tracks on Snoop's #1 Gospel album, "Bible Of Love"), Faith Evans (“Paradise”), and Angie Fisher, for which he wrote and co-produced her 2014 debut smash hit single, “I.R.S.”, garnering Ms. Fisher’s first Grammy nomination and B.Slade’s third. B.Slade has also collaborated with artists such as Chris Brown, Janet Jackson, Ty Dolla $ign, Ledisi, Eric Benet, and many more.

B.Slade has also penned the theme song and incidental music for the OWN Network TV Series “Flex & Shanice”, starring husband and wife Flex Alexander and Shanice Wilson. He also wrote and co-produced Shanice’s songs “Gotta Blame Me” and “We Can Fly”, which appeared on the series, and also feature B.Slade on co-lead vocals. B.Slade later co-directed (with Logan Alexander) and choreographed the music video for “Gotta Blame Me”. B.Slade also co-wrote and co-performed the theme song to the hit TV show, “One On One” (also starring Flex Alexander), with Shanice. The show was recently added to Netflix’s programming.

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A little space is the songwriting project for songwriter Alan Gruskoff, call him Big Al when you see him.  Featuring Vocalist (late) Regi Perry and Terry Moran. Alan Gruskoff wrote all the music and lyrics, played Bass, Guitar, Keys and Drums on most all tracks, programmed Strings, Horns and Percussion MIDI parts, mixed and produced everything. Talented Guitar soloists like Derek Soros and Daniel Coffeng added much flavor.

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