Bronx, New York-born Phenom (Jason Pagan) is truly living the American dream. Endowed with an innate talent and yet an even greater gift for pouring out the hard work necessary, the artist is building his own Hip-Hop empire, crafting and creating his own music while helping to promote and produce that of other up and coming artists along the way. He’s sticking to his guns, being true to himself and what he believes, and his unwavering commitment to excellence, substance, and honesty permeates everything the artist touches.

Phenom’s journey has been an unusual one, finding him drop out of school in the eighth grade where he soon discovered the joys of music.

“I first started making music at age 13,” he offers. “My older sister was dating a producer who taught me how to produce beats. After a while of making beats, I started to produce songs for some local artists and by age 16, I was writing songs for other artists as well as for myself.”

Inspired by the work of artists like Nas, Jay-Z, and the legendary Michael Jackson, the artist’s work quickly gained steam, finding him release his first EP, Feeling Like a Champion, in 2011 which boasted popular hits like “Local Celebrity,” featuring DeX! and “My Better Half” which found him teaming with Jovanna. The accolades continued to come, drawing comparisons to artists such as Fabolous, Drake, and Jay-Z, while applauding the unique voice in Phenom’s work.

“I’m not one to emulate trends,” the artist shares. “I keep honesty in my music whether I’m doing a thought-provoking song or something for the radio. I stay true to my character in my music. I don’t put on a persona for sales. And contrary to most Hip-Hop artists, I don’t degrade women or talk about money and violence in my music.”

Similar success and energy fueled the artist’s work on the production end as he was provided the opportunity to work with a variety of producers from all across the globe. He’s executive produced a number of mixtapes, albums, and EPs for multiple artists and also earned his stripes engineering for well-known acts like Triple Seis (formerly of Terror Squad) and Oun-P.

With his commercial, radio-ready sounds on the move, it was time for the artist to roll out the second phase of his master plan, launching his own entertainment company, So Phenomenal Entertainment, at the age of 21. That transition saw him not only working at his own music but wearing an array of hats, taking on duties as executive producer, audio engineer, songwriter, manager, and head of artist development. 

Phenom’s built his company around a set of core beliefs that resonate throughout everything he does. Authenticity is chief among his beliefs and finds itself front and center in the company’s  motto, “Be True. Be You. Be So Phenomenal.” Passion is another key virtue that fuels the artist’s drive, in particular a passion that is accompanied by a die-hard work ethic. As the artist shares, “I never considered myself overly talented but I consider myself a hard worker and hard work will always beat talent when talent doesn’t work hard.” 

Phenom’s formula seems to be working, as the company and his music continue to gain steam, fueled by his lyrical honesty, musical integrity, and his desire for excellence in each and every facet of his business. And when you hear “So Phenomenal” is associated with a new song, you’re going to know it’s something special.

King Arthur, The Bronx NY Native is a veteran in the underground NYC HIp Hop and R&B scene. Since 2005 he dove back into his passion for music after the loss of mother and daughter. Focused on uplifting his family and self, he has collaborated with dozens of artists and made a name for himself internationally. His smooth vocals captivate his audience, capable of giving that nostalgic 90s vibe or switch it up with todays sound. His ability to jump from rap to singing is flawless. He is currently in the midst of completing his debut album he is focused and determine to make an impact on the culture.

DON PROVOLONE “A HIP HOP-BIO” My name is Angel Luis Ramos Jr., and I was born in Bronx Lebanon Hospital at 6:30p.m. on June 2, 1974. Born and raised in the Boogie, I became a Hip Hop fanatic thanks to my brother, The Microphone Prince (TMP), I got involved in Hip Hop. The first album that I felt was worthy of being called Hardcore Hip Hop were “Criminal Minded” by KRS-ONE and DJ Scott La Rock (RIP) and “Eric B for President” by Eric B and Rakim. The first album that I brought was “Edutainment” by KRS-ONE and DJ Scott La Rock. Around that era in my life, my lyrical influences were: Big Daddy Kane, Kool G Rap, KRS-ONE, Slick Rick, Chubb Rock. In 1985, I co-hosted with TMP on a college radio station (91.5 WNYE) in Brooklyn. When I was 16, we did a track called “Bad Guys,” which featured TMP(now Co-Founder of Ironclad Ent.), Tito of Fearless Four(now CEO and Co-Founder of Ironclad Ent.), D-Capone (now an accomplished actor signed with Roc-a-Fella Films), and of course, Capitol “A”(Founder and CEO of Rhyme Star Capitol Productions). In 1992, we formed “The Bronx BUTCHERZ” a.k.a. “Los Macheteros Del Bronx.” In 1994, we did a video called “Smooth Criminal,” in which I got labeled co-writers for the track. I also co-produced a track called “Funky for My Man” on TMP’s album “Trunk of Funk.” The album sold 400 units a week for a couple of months, but do to the ups and downs of the music business and poor promotions sales ceased. In 2001, I started my own production company called Rhyme Star Capitol Production of Boogie Down Entertainment. For more than two years now, I have been in the studio working on my album. It’s a struggle, but when I finish I know it will be some of my greatest work. One of my career goals in life is to hope that people all over the world would hear and enjoy my music the same way that I enjoy listening to one of my favorite rappers. I also want to produce tracks, promote up and coming new artists, and eventually act. My other goals are to work with some of the best rappers in today’s industry such as: YONKERS- DMX, LOX BRONX- KRS-ONE, BIG PUN, CUBAN LINX HARLEM- KILLA CAM, P. DIDDY QUEENS- NAS, MOBB DEEP, 50 CENT BROOKLYN- M.O.P., LIL’ KIM STATEN ISLAND- RZA, METHOD MAN, RAEKWON, GHOSTFACE LONG ISLAND- BUSTA RHYMES NEW JERSEY- REDMAN DETROIT- EMINEM ATLANTA- LUDACRIS CALIFORNIA- DR. DRE, SNOOP DOG, XZIBIT PUERTO RICO- TEGO CALDERON, LOS GUERREROS, MEXICANO, VICO “C” “TRUE HIP HOP NEVER DIES” “UNFORTUNATELY OUR ARTIST DO” HARLEM TUPAC / BIG “L” BROOKLYN NOTORIOUS B.I.G. BRONX BIG PUN / DJ SCOTT LA ROCK QUEENS JAM MASTER JAY WEST COAST EAZY “E” “BUT THERE LYRICS AND MUSIC LIVE ON 4 EVER” “REST IN PEACE” HIP HOP IS THE GREATEST NATURAL HIGH THERE CAN BE MUSIC IS LIKE PUSHING KEYS LYRICS CAN MAKE U GEES OR U COULD ROC THE MIKE FOR FREE AND RHYME ABOUT THINGS U DO OR SEE THE STRUGGLES OF BEING LOCKED DOWN PHYSICALLY AND MENTALLY BUT NO DRUG NO GHETTO NO PRISON NO GOVERNMENT NO HATE NO 1 WILL STOP ME AS LONG AS I KEEP MY HEAD UP LIKE TUPAC BUT BE READY TO DIE LIKE BIGGIE I’LL BE ON TOP OF THE WORLD LIKE PUN...“ONE LOVE TO ALL OUR FALLEN SOLDIERS” 

Bronx Emcee/ Battle Rapper. CEO of Bx Reps Entertainment and Brevard’s Battle Arena.

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