The Soul Driven Music of Melion

Soul/R&B Artist: Melion

Melion was born in Philadelphia as Lateef Melion Bundy, A.K.A. Mr. Music, and during his years growing up Melion had the opportunity in traveling all across America.

Melion started singing at the young age of eleven, and soon there after began his journey into the world of music. While coming up through the rough streets of Philadelphia the by singing with local groups, Melion signed with an independent label Known as Paper Boyz Ent. Group as apart of a male R&B group known as “PHI”.

With them he has toured the country performing, and has had music played all cross the world. He is an energetic songwriter, vocal producer, engineer, and entertainer that bring a lot of diversity to the music, and to the entertainment industry.

Listen to music by Melion here: http://www.getconquer.com/melion

Get Inspired With Melanie Taylor

Pop Artist: Melanie Taylor

Melanie Taylor is a multi-award winning Pop/Rock Singer-Songwriter, originally from San Diego, CA. (Most recent: 2014 Best Pop Artist – AI Music Awards, 2014 Best Live Performer & Female Vocalist of the Year – Los Angeles Music Awards nominations.)

Melanie Taylor
Genre: Alternative/Indie
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA

Her first single “Cease Fire” placed top 40 in the National Indie Radio Charts, and top 200 in the National Pop Radio Charts. The singer has received accolades for her undeniable stage presence and performance ability; making her shows greatly stand out from the norm.

Awards
2014 AI Music Awards: Best Pop Artist
2104 Bare Bone International Film Festival: Best Music Video – Cease Fire
2014 P.A.I.N Foundation: Best New Artist
2104 NOMINATED LA MUSIC AWARDS: Best Female Vocalist / Best Live Performer of the year (Awards Announced in October)
2013 AI Music Awards: Best Dance Artist

Melanie Taylor decided she was going to be a music business success story when she was a little girl dancing to Michael Jackson songs in her home, and she is presently in the process of willing it to be.

“I believe music can change the world and I hope my expression of it inspires you!” Melanie Taylor

Check out her GetConquer channel

Website: https://www.melanietaylorofficial.com

Soul Food: Jade Harrell

Pop Artist: Jade Harrell

Singing sensation Jade Harrell, who hails from Jacksonville, FL, began singing at age 5 for her local church and youth group.

Growing up with a love for all Genres of music, Jade’s influences include Brandy Norwood, Erykah Badu, The Zombies, Johnny Cash, John Mayer and Michael Jackson.

After touring the country for several years with award winning hip hop rap group, GRITS, Jade went home to Dallas, Texas to continue writing and performing in her local area.

She enjoys such a disparate group of acts, it makes sense that the singer considers herself much more than an R&B/hip-hop styled singer.

Check out her music HERE

Conquer Exclusive: Interview with Skye Dumont

We here at Conquer had the opportunity to interview the incredibly talented vocalist, Skye Dumont. Getting to know Skye a little more, it is safe to say that she is the full package. Beautiful and poised, voice of an angel, well educated, and a drive to use her music as a force for good in the world. Ranging from pop hooks to full blow Italian arias, this artist can sing it all and sing it well, and she uses those vocal abilities to inspire and move those that hear it. She’s so much more than just another pretty face!

Conquer Entertainment: Tell us a bit about yourself and where you’re from and where you’re going.

Skye DuMont:  Hi everyone! I’m Skye DuMont, a normal girl from Florida who loves singing opera, pop, and leading worship. I am blessed enough to have done all three professionally! I attended college at the Manhattan School of Music in NYC studying vocal performance under the tutelage of Mignon Dunn. I also love modeling, health and fitness, beauty, fashion, and empowering women and building community on social media! My goal is to always release music with a message and inspire people and make them feel like they belong. Unity within diversity is such a beautiful thing to me.

CE: What have been some of the biggest influences for you and your music? Where does your inspiration come from?

SD:  One of the biggest influences for me and my music are honestly going through an intensely rough childhood filled with all kinds of abuse, drugs, and neglect, and being able to come through that and stand here today healed and whole again. Music was always part of my healing process and I am whole again today because of it. I never want to forget where I came from, it keeps me humble. Musical influences include: Maria Callas, Jazmine Sullivan, Edith Piaf, The Beatles, Jamiroquai, Barbara Streisand, Lana Del Rey, Beyonce, and of course Mariah Carey. I love pulling inspiration from all different eras and genres of music. I always think there is something to be learned from each artist/group of artists and I want to continue to be  passionately curious and open. I strive to learn something new every day. Growth is key. Believe it or not my favorite instrument is the trumpet. I love horns and strings. They always make me feel something.

CE: For those who haven’t heard your music, how would you describe your sound in one sentence?

SD: Haha, this question makes me giggle. I don’t know if I can describe it in just one sentence because honestly…it’s  kind of like, what day are you asking??  I would have to say no matter what mood I’m in or genre I am singing my music is always passionate, is ALWAYS diverse from day to day, and should always have a message and make you feel something. I believe life is too short to only do one style of music when there are so many different genres that are beautiful and filled with their own nuggets of unique gold.

CE: What’s your opinion on music streaming services such as spotify and pandora?

SD:  I absolutely love them! I always discover new incredible artists on each of them!

CE: Do you have any advice for fans trying to make it in music?

SD: Absolutely! Always stay true to yourself. Check your heart and your motives to make sure you are doing it for the right reasons, that your motives are pure – that you simply love it and are passionate about it. Other than that, when you release content CONSISTENCY IS KEY! Also, professionalism is huge. Don’t think just because you are a talented musician you can be a diva, not show up on time, and not have your music memorized. Be respectful and kind to other people and their time. One of my favorite quotes is “hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard”. Don’t take your natural gift for granted. ALWAYS work at it. ALWAYS try to grow in your craft! Last but not least, if it’s your dream DON’T QUIT! ESPECIALLY when it gets hard.

CE: Got any upcoming events or projects we should be excited for?

SD: As of right now I will be consistently doing performances in the New Orleans and North West Florida area! There are also some conversations going on about collaborating on a project with other conquer artist Rome Stevenson that I am excited about. I am going to be leading worship at churches in Florida as well! Keep up with me on my Youtube channel for new videos every week! Channel name is Skye DuMont Music

I had so much fun chatting with you all! Thank you so much for having me. Looking forward to connecting more soon!

Make Your Day With Evan Coles

Soul/R&B Artist: Evan Coles

Originally from Harlem, New York, Evan Coles is filled with energy, always positive very goal orientated, and a hard worker always striving for perfection in all that he does. He loves giving people a good show and always keeping them entertained.

“I’ve been told that I sound like many top selling artists because of my smooth vocals and fun and explosive dance style. Yet I strive to have my own unique sound. No Matter how difficult this journey maybe, I will never wish for it to become easier. I love what I do, and I will never stop, after all I was born on the same day as Michael Jackson”! Evan Coles

Onw of my favorite songs is “Make Your Day” this is truly a feel good song. So if your look something to add to your music library and Soul/R&B is your thing, definetly give Evan Coles a try.

GetConquer Artist Page
http://www.getconquer.com/evancoles

Eye The Realist: Real Rock Music

Alternative/Indie Artist: Eye the Realist

Straight out of Los Angeles, California comes Eye the Realist, a female fronted progressive pop rock band. Eye the Realist combines members from many different genres such as pop, acoustic, hardcore, metal, and rock.

A progressive pop/rock female fronted band. Based out of Los Angeles, Calif. with catchy/energetic vocals, driving guitars, smooth edgy bass lines, and dynamic/progressive styled drums.

Here is their latest hit “Perfect Permission” taken from the new album ‘Strains’

Josie Randle, an African American female who fronts Eye the Realist, provides melodic catchy vocal melodies and driving rhythm guitars. Connected with former drummer Mark Matas who helped write and record their EP. Thru their commanding/progressive drums comes a great dynamics that raises the bar on the LA pop-rock scene. Shortly after their release they picked up Kris Beeks, who holds down the bass, vocal harmonies with an aggressive presence. Sam Muro joined just in the time for tour and has brought very stylistic drumming into the Band.

Check them out at http://www.getconquer.com/eyetherealist

Grammy Nominated R&B Singer: Beau Vallis

Soil/R&B Artist: Beau Vallis

Beau Vallis is an R&B Singer from Miami, Florida. Best known for his debut duet with Kelly Rowland.

Grammy Nominated. Born and raised in the New York/ New Jersey area and surrounded by the arts and entertainment industry his entire life, BEAU VALLIS is burning his own path as a successful artist, songwriter, producer and engineer.

As a song writer and artist BEAU continues to write, sing, record and develop his own music and style; grounded by the guidance of the watchful eye of the people he respects.

He has been fortunate to work with and catch the attention and respect of artists and producers including Kelly Rowland, Pharrell, super producer ~ T Minus, Grammy award winning writer~ Robert EST Waller, Sean Paul, Nina Sky to name a few.

GetConquer Artist Page
http://www.getconquer.com/beauvallis

Website
http://www.beauvallis.com

#FlashbackFriday CONQUER TAKEOVER!

FlashbackFriday: BEST OF THE BOOTH Performers

A few Fridays ago, Conquer premiered our first ever booth contest, “Best of The Booth”, at our partner company, Market America’s International Convention (and also 25th anniversary). We put a post out to the local Triad, NC community (Greensboro, Raleigh, Winston, and surrounding areas), and got back such AMAZING artists and talent!

This week, we want to give a special shoutout and thanks to all of the artists and judges that participated in our contest!

*Special thanks to TISHMONE’ for putting together this cool recap vid of the day’s performers!  Check it out!

TISHMONE’
pop/soul

A.D. Scott

rap/funk/soul

Lauren Mullinex

pop/instrumental

J. Paradox Crews

hip hop/rap

SunQueen Kelcey

soul/hip hop/singer-songwriter

Honorable Mentions:

Jeneen Terrana

folk/americana

 

jeneenterrana.com

 

Judges:

HOST –

Shiragirl

pop/dance/rock

 

shiragirl.com

 

Jon Eric Zayas

entrepreneur/music lover/co-founder of LoopLabs

looplabs.com is his music creation platform

 

 

TA The Great TS

rap/hip-hop

 

 

Eddie Sarit

Internet Marketer/Certified Artist Developer

Dana Galpern

Internet Entrepreneur

 

 

Kiirstin Marilyn – Pop Music With a Message

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Pop Artist: Kiirstin Marilyn

Website: www.kiirstinmarilyn.com

GetConquer Page: www.getconquer.com/kiirstinmarilyn/

 

Musical Theater, to Rock, to Pop, to solo indie artist Kiirstin Marilyn! Kiirstin started pursuing music at a young age, and has journeyed through various paths of the musician life where many artists only take one; and every path has led to her current pursuit as a solo artist, encompassing pieces of each into her music.

Check out our exclusive interview to learn more about what makes KiirstinKiirstin.

For in depth artist interview, head to http://www.conquerentertainment.com/conquer-artist-interview-kiirstin-marilyn/

SONGBIRD – RACHEL MENCONI

Cabaret Artist: Rachel Menconi

Songbird is an accurate comparison to the ever talented Rachel Menconi. Rachel is a master vocalist with over 20 years of vocal training and experience; as well as acting, songwriting, directing, and script-writing. A passion, and talent for the arts in every facet.

As a performer, Rachel has 20+ years of experience including originating the role of “Antigone” in “Oedipus: The Musical” (NYC). Other credits include commercials, films, TV shows (One Tree Hill, AMC, Food Network), music videos, and numerous stage credits (Regional, Off-Off Broadway, Off- Broadway, NYC Theatre). Rachel is also a songwriter (15+ years), director, scriptwriter, and an international recording artist (8+ years).

Rachel’s voice is versatile and refined with years of classical training. A strong vocal powerhouse capable of intricate operatic arias, and able to loosen it up just as easily for a more fun and flirty pop sound.