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@ItsVain Invades #DempWeek19

V.A.I.N.(Verbal Assault Is Nasty ) is a rap recording artist who was born and raised in Queens, NYC. Vain grew up under the musical influences of his parents, who were lifelong musicians, and the rich hip hop environment of NYC In an effort to expand his fan base and overall exposure he has recently begun touring the south, ensuring that his presence is known.

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VAIN has a catalog of over 500 Hip hop songs, and numerous mixtapes. He’s had the privilege of collaborating with many other talented artists in the industry on songs/videos including: Lil Mo (Break Up 2 Make Up), Slim from 112 (All the Good Girls), Fabolous & Ryan Leslie (Good Lovin’) Jim Jones (Show Off), Red Cafe (All Ghetto video NSFW) & DJ Jazzy Joyce (I Love It – which reached #87 on Urban Mediabase Top 100).

To start 2016 off in a major and promote his new single “Hello”, V.A.I.N traveled to Tallahassee, FL to invade the 19th Annual Demp Week.

V.A.I.N & DJ Demp
V.A.I.N & DJ Demp

For those unfamiliar with Demp Week. It is a week long birthday celebration of none other than the infamous DJ Demp. Legends such as The Nappy Roots, Lil’ Flip, Yo Gotti, Lil’ Jon & the East Side Boyz, 112, Twista, movie maven Lisa Raye, George Clinton, Trick Daddy, Juvenile, Field Mob, Rick Ross, the OG Bigga Rankin, So So Def, the FUBU owners have all come to T-town over the years to enjoy and participate in various events. This year V.A.I.N was able to make his mark and add his name to the list of legends.

Bigga Rankin & V.A.I.N
Bigga Rankin & V.A.I.N

This years festivities included a special advance screening of Ice Cube & Kevin Hart’s new movie ‘Ride Along 2’ , Elora Mason brought her fabulous FESummit showcase back to Tallahassee, only this year as a part of Demp Week.

V.A.I.N & TJ Chapman
V.A.I.N & TJ Chapman

Friday the weekend officially kicked off with DJ Demp hosting a Meet & Greet for legendary DJ Scream and later in the afternoon a celebrity basketball game for charity, that V.A.I.N. himself participated in. Check out the footage below.

Saturday was no different, V.A.I.N started the day off with DJ Demp’s Anti-Bully Rally at the Jack McLean Community Center, another successful charity event for DJ Demp and #DempWeekXIX

V.A.I.N and the kids in attendance at DJ Demp's Anti-Bully Rally
V.A.I.N and the kids in attendance at DJ Demp’s Anti-Bully Rally

Some of the other notable events and activities for V.A.I.N included hitting the stage at one of Tallahassee’s infamous venues, The Moon. Where he had the privilege to open for Yo Gotti performing his new hit single “Hello”, at DJ Demp’s official birthday celebration.

He also had the privilege of being interviewed at FAMU‘S own 90.5FM ‘The Flava’.

V.A.I.N. at FAMU's 90.5FM - The Flava
V.A.I.N. at FAMU’s 90.5FM – The Flava

He’s had videos and music featured on MTV Jams, BET, World Star Hip Hop and more. His music has nationwide air play including support from NYC’s own Power 105.1 & Hot 97.

V.A.I.N 'Hello' Cover
V.A.I.N ‘Hello’ Cover

Currently Vain has released his ‘Million Dollar Dreams’ mixtape with numerous hit singles including ‘Hello’ produced by famed producer Vakseen. Checkout V.A.I.N current single “Hello” via Virdiko below:

Connect with VAIN

Twitter: @itsvain

Instagram: @itsvain

Facebook: ItIs Vain

Website: www.itsvainsworld.wordpress.com

Amanda Goldben, more commonly known as Mz. On Point has always had a love for music, growing up in a household filled with music. Over the years she found herself more involved behind the scenes, then in the spotlight. She realized she wanted to help other obtain their dreams not just live her own. After working in a professional office setting and capacity for over 10 years, it was time to find something new. She wanted to find something that would fully utilized her skills and abilities, while still allowing her to be not only the main provider but also caregiver for her daughter. Almost accidentally discovering her love for music and her business skills could be used together Mz. On Point knew this was she was meant to do and began her research and networking to build not only her business and brand, but also those of the artists and clients she would be helping along the way. In November 2012 she realized that online promotions, public relations, and brand exposure where her “nitch”, all those years of office experience and computer work were showing their true worth and potential became endless. In a few short year she has had the privilege of working with some very influential people within the industry. In January of 2013 she began with DJ Shalamar and became a part of Team Fuego and now handles most of Southern Fuego’s social media & promotions. Attending sometimes dozens of events a month Mz. On Point quickly made a name for her brand throughout Central Florida. Being sure to attend key networking events, and conferences to not only network but more importantly to expand her knowledge of the industry and perfect the services she offers. January 2014 Mz On Point had the privilege of becoming apart of the infamous and world renowned DJ coalition, Team Bigga Rankin & the Cool Running DJs. May 2015 Mz On Point was honored to learn that she had been chosen to receive the Hard Hitta Award at the the 7th Annual SCM Awards which took place in Memphis, Tennessee. While she wasn't able to make the trip to accept the award one of her mentors Bigga Rankin accepted it on her behalf.