Showing posts with label Bronx. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Bronx. Show all posts

Thursday, February 9, 2012

Artist Spotlight: H DIRT

If there's anything, I've learned in this journey, it's that we can do so much more together than we can on our own. I'd never have my music out on iTunes without the kindness and generosity of others believing in my dream. Accordingly, I'm working hard to help others with their dreams. It's time to pay it forward. That's what life is really all about. It's about learning how to move forward in a positive direction and then showing others how to do the same and helping them move in that direction.
In this spirit, I'd like to introduce you to someone who's graciously featured me and my music on his blog, "H Dirt." Take some time to check out his work. He's got his hand in several projects...reminds me of someone else I know. ;) Enjoy!


H dirt Biography: H dirt formerly known as Dirty Hari since the early 90's way before he spoke a tongue of English, has been a fan of Hip-Hop music. Coming home from school and tuning in to Ralph McDaniels' "Video Music Box". Hailing from borough of The Bronx, New York City. H grew fascinated of the Art Rap Music and its culture but never thought of persuing a rap career...


Then, Now, Still DoitYaSelf Vol.1
Mixed & Hosted by DJ TICAL

AVAILABLE NOW - DIRECT LINK > http://www.mediafire.com/doityaself

WATCH THE PROMO VIDEO! DIRECT LINK @ http://youtube/clPp3vGP1o4

MIXTAPE DESCRIPTON

New York recording artists Skylar "Points" Williams (Rapper) & Hari "H dirt" Espinosa (Rapper/Actor/Manager), who are a part of the hip-hop group M.P.H (Money, Power & Honor). Are bringing you their newest project to properly reintroduce themselves back into the rap game. Not just as artist or as a group, but also as an indie label. Devised partly from their own indie label, Do It Ya Self Entertainment titled: "Then, Now, Still DoitYaSelf Vol.1" MixTape.

Artist Appearances by Points, H dirt, Molly, Thural, Promise, Victor Dortch, Snugz, Anita Clay and battle rapper DNA. Production by Dj Tical, Victor Tortch and Joe Hernandez. 
Mixed & Hosted by South Germany's own Dj Tical. Appearances by Molly, Thural, Promise, Victor Dortch, Snugz, Anita Clay and battle rapper DNA. Music production by Dj Tical, Victor Tortch and Joe Hernandez

This MixTape also marks their first collaboration with a DJ. Mixed & Hosted by South Germany own DJ Tical (Rock The World Entertainment), The official Wu Tang DJ, Do It Ya Self Entertainment DJ and Vel a/k/a Mr. 7 Cities.

M.P.H The Saga Continues... A Short-Preview DocuFilm
THE 
OFFICIAL MOVIE TRAILER COMING SOON!
Inspired by the lives of Skylar Williams & Hari Espinosa. 
Narrative by Joyce Elwick. W

ritten & Directed by Hari Espinosa

ABOUT THE FILM:
This is the real life story of two long time friends (Skylar Williams known as Points & Hari Espinosa known as H dirt, formerly known as Dirty Hari), who shared similar goals and aspirations to follow a career in hip-hop music. This film takes place in rough streets of New The City - The Bronx, Underground Hip-Hop scene. Where they became locally known for their music. Since establishing the rap group (M.P.H), in the summer of 1999. But it was in 2005 when Points recruited big supporter Barbara Laureano, nickname Molly into M.P.H - That kicked things off for the inspiring rap group. In return making her an invaluable asset to their growth.

SYPNOSIS:
Music, Drama & Life became their struggles, yet their passion for success was undeniable and could not be ignored. M.P.H collectively were determined to become the next big act in hip-hop. Unfortunately differences in opinions, poor finances and personal rifts greatly affected the progress of the group.

A Film Written & Directed by first time director (Rapper/Actor) Hari Espinosa and edited by Victor Tortch. Co-Written by Darren Whitfield, Janice Smith and Joe Hernandez. Produced By Hari Espinosa & Joe Hernandez. Narrated by Actress/Singer/ Model Joyce Elwick

WATCH OUR PROMO VIDEOS: http://www.vimeo.com/mph
This film is presented by Do It Ya Self Entertainment

ALSO COMING SOON!
DJ TICAL & M.P.H: "WE WANT IN" EP
DoitYaSelf Vol.2 (MIXTAPE) Hosted & Mixed by Dj Tical
"We Run It" by Points - Produced by Joe Hernandez
AVAILABLE NOW FOR DOWNLOAD! LINK BELOW
PREVIEW THE ENTIRE TRACK ON POINTS' YOUTUBE CHANNEL
ALL OUR ORIGINAL SONGS: http://www.soundcloud.com/mph-1

BRIEF BIOS

Points Biography: Points "That Ni*** That Sh** Poppin' " A phrase which spawned a wave of infectious tunes in the New York Underground Hip-hop circuit in 2003, when releasing his first tangible project DEMO/MIXTAPE Vol. 1 & 2 From 149Th St., 3rd Ave in The Bronx and back to his old stomping ground on 111 St. 7Th Av in Harlem...

M.P.H Biography: (M.P.H) an acronym which has signified "Money, Power & Honor", for the New York Underground Hip-Hop group which is consisted of two original members " Pac-One now know as Points and neighborhood friend Dirty Hari now known as H dirt, then in 2005, Molly, appointed by Points as a big supporter and business partner. Established in the mid summer 1999...

INDIE LABEL
Do It Ya Self Entertainment LLC is an independent record company label based out of Bronx, New York. Specializing in urban underground / alternative music. Founded in 2004 by Artist/Actor/C.E.O. Hari "H dirt" Espinosa with partner Artist/Co-C.E.O. Skylar "Points" Williams for the main purpose of do it their selves when nobody thought it would be possible...
CONTACT MANAGER: Hari "H dirt" Espinosa - EMAIL: info@moneypowerhonor.com

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Friday, November 25, 2011

Home...errrr....Starbucks is Where the Heart Is

Another day, another Starbucks! If you know me at all, you'll know I've become accustomed to turning any given Starbucks into my very own home office of sorts. Today, I've set up shop at an Ormond Beach Starbucks in Florida. I used to frequent this particular location when I lived in the area. but I digress...as usual.

I'm here in Florida for a number of reasons. The first of which was to celebrate Thanksgiving with my extended family in Flagler Beach. Many of you met Kathy, my second mother, when you came to the EP Release Party. Thanks again to EVERYONE who came out and/ or signed in online to BXRecords.com to watch! It was such an inspiring and gratifying night to see everyone join together to celebrate local artists, local businesses, and MUSIC! It was truly the best day of my life...so far!

So now what?! Well, some of you who know me or who have been following my story know that I've been living out of my car for a little over 2 months now...hence, the reason Starbucks has become such a God send in serving as a home office! Now that I've released the EP, I'm working on getting all the legal paperwork completed to release the songs on iTunes and release the music video for "Screaming to be Free," produced by GI Joe. I need to start making money on my music soon since I can't live out of my car forever! ;)

Today, I challenged my Facebook friends to help me get 1,000 "likes" for KFHox (facebook.com/kfhox). Once I reach the thousand fan mark, I'll release the video for "Screaming to be Free" directed by Rodolfo Duran of DoneRightDigital.com online. I'm also working on some other new music that's been in the works for quite some time now. Living out of my car has made it challenging to work as quickly as I'd like to, but I'm grateful for all the support and love I've received throughout this journey!

While in Florida, I'll be visiting my old stomping grounds, Full Sail University, where I used to work as a regional admissions representative. I'm going to put the wheels in motion to get an intern to work for KFHox, which is a small business I started this year. I need to get some help with promoting my music on all the social networks I'm on and it's become increasingly challenging to wear all hats: manager, booker, promoter, writer, AND artist. I need to start sleeping more than 4-5 hours a night at some point so this may be the relief I need until I find appropriate management. It's hard to get any sleep when you're living your dream.

Why don't I already have a manager? It's not for lack of being in demand, but more for lack of finding the right "glass slipper", so to speak. I've worked tirelessly to make the progress I've made thus far and I've been approached by some good people with good intentions. However, God knows how much work I've truly put into this and to pass the torch to anyone asking would be doing an injustice to myself and everything I've sacrificed to get this far. I have faith that my "prince charming" manager is out there, but just like Cinderella, I must wait patiently for the day when my foot comfortably slides into that slipper.

Until then, I'm working hard to get my music heard by as many people as possible. I'll have more copies of the EP available when I return to New York in December for my 2 shows: Dec. 15th at Bruckner Bar & Grill, BX: Bruckner Sessions Vol. IV & Dec. 16th at Post Road Ale House, New Rochelle with John James Piteo & friends!

I'm also planning on getting some music recorded here in Florida with "Cioni Brasco," an artist you'll be hearing more about very soon! On my travels back up north, I'll be making a stop in South Carolina to work on a remix to a song by Sunni G called, "Her or The Music" and get some face time with Kelly of KellyKel Promotions, who's been working hard to promote my music regionally.

Thank you, as always, for ALL your continuous love and support. Whether you realize it or not, YOU are my survival. There are days when I feel like I might fall apart, but my faith in God and knowing that you are behind me gives me the strength, energy, and momentum I need to keep going! I hope that I can be that for you, as well! You have my word that I won't stop until I get all the way to the top! THANK YOU!!!