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Chicago-bred, Los Angeles-based hip-hop artist Ramaj Eroc is an independent powerhouse known for his introspective lyrics, versatile soundscapes, and relentless dedication to his craft. Born Jamar Brown-Core in Chicago’s Roseland neighborhood, his upbringing between the city and suburbs shaped his storytelling and fueled his artistry. Influenced by Kanye West, J. Cole, Ludacris, and Linkin Park, Ramaj blends soulful introspection with gritty, underground hip-hop vibes.

Relocating to Los Angeles in 2011, Ramaj’s career has flourished with collaborations and notable achievements. He teamed up with comedy superstar Kevin Hart on the single Mitches Do That and joined forces with Chicago icon Noname on I Love You More. His tracks, including fan-favorites Hooptie and Black Water, showcase his lyrical depth and creativity, earning over 14.5 million Spotify streams since 2018 and almost one million YouTube views.

Ramaj’s music has made its mark in pop culture, with I’m Just Sayin’ featured in the CW series Black Lightning and tracks on BET’s The Quad and The Game. Previously, his SoundCloud amassed over 20 million streams before the platform's removal of his profile, highlighting his grassroots success. Additionally, he has graced stages like the legendary House of Blues in Los Angeles, delivering performances that connect deeply with fans.

Currently with over 26,000 monthly Spotify listeners, Ramaj continues to evolve, drawing fans with his introspective themes, dark lo-fi instrumentals, and timeless authenticity. With a new project on the horizon and a growing presence on platforms like Apple Music, TikTok, and YouTube, Ramaj Eroc remains a voice for those navigating their personal journeys—always exploring, always innovating.

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From humble origins in Detroit, raised on a healthy diet of Motown, Jazz and early Hip Hop – Terrel Wallace (aka Tall Black Guy) has become a standard bearer for the current hip hop beats scene. Through a steady stream of productions filled with incredibly clever sample flips and deft production chops, he has won fans across the world, including Gilles Peterson (who included him on one of his Brownswood Bubblers albums), Lefto, Anthony Valadez, Jazzy Jeff, Questlove and countless others. With the tangible beginnings of worldwide recognition, Tall Black Guy has established himself to be one of the most influential producers working today.

2011-2020 has seen TBG's first vinyl releases with bstrd boots, First Word Records, Ubiquity Records and his own imprint Tall Black Guy Productions (TBGP). Plus projects with artists like: 80s Babies, The Primeridian, Malice & Mario Sweet, Maylee Todd, Temika Moore, Teri Tobin, Skyzoo, The Colman Brothers, Little Dragon, The Foreign Exchange, Sola Rosa, Rainy Milo, Georgia Anne Muldrow, The Black Opera, Reel People, Phonte, Zo!, Miles Bonny

***Disclaimer: NONE of my beats are free to use. If you wish to buy a beat etc. please contact : infotallblackguy@gmail.com

It was in 2011 that Dutch pair Lars Dales and Maarten Smeets quickly broke through in the electronic music scene. Since then they have become known for their widescreen approach to making and playing club-ready grooves. From deep to disco, tech to soul, they join the dots between the past and the present with their own sense of storytelling and do so in clubs around the world, as well as in their studio. House might be the root of the Dam Swindle sound, but it takes nourishment from a much wider world of music. 

Still now, their breakthrough tunes such as ‘The Wrap Around’ and ‘The Break Up’ receive countless plays on dancefloors all over the world and the duo has made timeless music such as their 2023 disco-house bomb ‘ That’s right’ and 90’s throwback banger ‘Allright – just a tribute’ that became one of the hits of the 2024 festival summer. Dam Swindle has built a trademark sound, while still evolving and maturing their craft in various musical niches. Their landmark 2018 album High Life shows a broad musicality from the duo and this is even more so on their highly anticipated 2025 long player ‘Open’.  ‘Open’ features countless collaborations with high-profile artists such as Dutch pianist Joep Beving and New York-based Ethiopian vocalist Haile Supreme, and sees the duo flex their sound from ambient electronica to synthwave, hiphouse and more. 

Since 2013, the pair has also established their record label Heist Recordings as one of the key independent labels for underground dance music, while also releasing music on other underground mainstays such as Aus Music and Classic Music Company. Heist is more than just a label, though - it is a breeding ground for talents old and new; somewhere talent is nurtured and allowed to develop. Label showcases and special projects such as the yearly Roundup EP; where all artists from the past 12 months remix each other after a random selection process, furthers the family vibe and helps Heist stand out from crowd. Artists such as Cinthie, DJ Sneak, Crackazat, Tesfa Williams, Makèz, Pépé Bradock, Matthew Herbert, Ge-Ology, Byron the Aquarius and many more have all contributed, proving that it is a place for unrestrained creatives to be free with their own sonic visions. The label looks as good as it sounds, too, thanks to visual artist Bas Koopmans's standout artwork designs. 
 
Proof of Dam Swindle's widescreen approach to production is their long and talented list of collaborators, which includes the likes of acclaimed musician Tom Misch, US talent Seven Davis Jr., instrumental collective Jungle by Night, plus Marc de Clive-Lowe, Jitwam and Lorenz Rhode. Next to their own originals, a broad spectrum of artists have asked Dam Swindle for some of their special remix magic: on labels like Strut and Soundway they have reworked the legendary Pat Thomas, aka the ‘Golden voice of Africa,' and gave his single ‘Yamona’ a contemporary electronic edge, as well as The Mauskovic Dance Band’s track ‘Space Drum Machine’ and plenty more artists like Kerri Chandler, Mayer Hawthorne and Tom Misch. As their talent for bridging genres from all over the world continues to attract global attention, high-profile projects keep rolling in from all points on the musical globe. 

Dam Swindle are famously avid collectors of both old and new records, and it shows in their DJ sets, which keep you on your toes as they move freely through the broad world of house music with skillfully blended moods of soulful techno, acid, breaks, disco and more, all to create those special moments that crowds never forget. It is for that reason that their name has become a real stamp of authority and invention in the dance music world. Whatever they do, then, this pair do with irresistible charm.

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