In the world of Hip Hop it is rare to find an artist that truly lives in direct parallel to the music that they release. Many choose to take on a ‘get in where you fit in’ mentality instead of blazing a trail with their own sound, identity, and originality. In the constant rat race of trying to keep up with what is popular they lose sight as to who they really are. But there are others that see beyond the facade and hold true to creating thought provoking and insightful music. Foci (Pronounced – foh-sahy – ˈFŌ-ˌSĪ) is that rare artist and his debut album, The Achievement Gap, is a node to the Golden Era while serving as a testament to life as a former High School educator and his experiences.

Featured on AMC Channels’ new series Low Winter Sun, The World Famous Wake Up Show on Eminem’s Shade 45 Sirius/XM, KCET,  KPFK, and other outlets Foci’s debut has turned heads. After sharing the stage with a laundry list of legendary artists including but not limited to, Rakim, Mos Def, Pharoahe Monch, Jay Electronica, DJ Premier, Raekwon, and Mobb Deep, Pasadena, California native, Foci, clearly understands not only how to rock a stage, as he was the nominee for the 2014 Underground Music Awards Number 1 Contender, but how to create an everlasting impact.

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Emani, born May 6, 1992 as Christian Terry-Smith, is a rapper, producer, songwriter and composer from Pasadena, California. The step-son of a musician, Emani began his career at an early age by first learning the piano, then expanding to writing lyrics, producing and playing the talk box. 
Inspired by artists and producers such as 2Pac, Nas, DJ Quik, Kanye West, Q-Tip, J Dilla and Dr. Dre, Emani totes himself as a "music historian", blending various influences to create his own unique sound.

In recent years, Emani has had numerous accomplishments including the release of an instrumental project called 'The Demo 2K15', mentorship by the legendary DJ Battlecat, as well creating a partnership with Realsongs' chief engineer Mario Luccy, and working with many artists and producers, including Trademark Da Skydiver, Dae One, Skhye Hutch, and Cy Fyre. At the moment, Emani is finishing his second project, the 5AM EP, readying his first full length album, entitled 'Reprogram', and working with collaborators.

Believing that music should reflect life, Emani attempts to exude balance through his music by creating songs with depth as well as songs that are carefree

BEE is a Nashville hip-hop producer, Co-Founder of Paper House Records and Founder of Lucci Records. Known for blending Southern bounce, modern trap, and soulful textures, he’s built a reputation for crafting polished, high-energy production and developing emerging talent. Through Lucci Records, BEE continues shaping Nashville’s hip-hop sound with creativity, business vision, and a relentless work ethic.

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