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Chad Michael – The Aura @RealChadMichael

Chad Michael’s “The Aura” is the first single of 2019. An electric ride through city lights and temptation, a personification of the beauty and darkness that big cities bring, especially when maneuvering in the music industry as an independent artist. Having moved to Los Angeles almost 5 years ago with no connections, Chad issues a powerful statement with this song: “I’m still here, and I’m better than ever.”

A cutting lead guitar riff (the first time Chad has played on his own track) and a roaring engine set the tone for the ride ahead, with CM’s impactful lyricism and delivery again taking center stage amongst pulsating synths and 808s. ‘The Aura’ is Chad’s 2nd single off of his upcoming EP, “Rain III”, and a confident step forward into the rest of 2019.

Since moving to Los Angeles in 2014, Chad Michael has steadily crafted his sound into a unique mix of hip-hop and R&B, drawing from a variety of influences. In the last year, while recording and mixing the final installment of his “Rain” EP Trilogy, he has performed at such venues as LA’s famous Viper Room and The Airliner.

The Arizona native’s clever lyrics are often reminiscent of some of Chicago and Brooklyn’s most conscious hip-hop legends, while he owes much of his melodic rhythm to the Dirty South, rap holy grounds like Atlanta and Houston. Smooth, sultry R&B vibes from the 90s and early 2000s also claim their influence in many songs, each it’s own blend of influence and innovation, with tongue-tying rap verses sometimes shifting seamlessly into shimmering falsetto choruses.

Much of CM’s music follows similar themes: lust, anxiety, mistrust, and melancholy are often juxtaposed with a growing confidence in his ability to change the world through words and sounds. With the ability to shape each and every song into something new, CM continues to evolve and push the boundaries of his sound and style.

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.