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JGE Retro – Monopoly$ @JGERetro

“Monopoly$” is the latest release from JGE Retro. It’s a fun track that’s sure to bump all summer and was produced by Jayson ‘Jay’ Cole & Starstrukk Productionz.

If Determination and hard work is the key to success, than there is no doubt that JGE Retro will succeed. Retro has became one of the most sought after groups in St. Louis. The Duo was created by Shad and Lil Shawn; both St. Louis natives who will stop at nothing to achieve their goals.

The group focuses their time on building a relationship with their fans. Rather its face to face, phone, email or social networks, Retro and its team make sure to connect with fans as much as possible. They have quickly became trendsetters in music, fashion, and everyday life styles of young adults, sending the message that its cool to be a ‘Reirdo’, it just means you’re different from the rest.

Shad, is known as the laid back lyricist of the duo. His vocal delivery is strong, forceful, yet flashy. Growing up in the industry and watching the success of the St. Lunatics under his fathers (T-Luv) management, Shad knew right away he wanted to be an artist. His plan is ‘To kill the game in every aspect.’

Lil Shawn, on the other hand is like the energizer bunny always coming up with something new and ready for anything. His lyrics are fun and relatable with a smooth delivery. Looking up to his uncle ‘Nelly’ and his music career, Lil Shawn found his passion for music. At the age of 13 Lil Shawn’s mother passed away causing him to live back and forth between different family members. His mission for the group is to create timeless music and to connect with fans all over the world by combining an ambitious blend of every music genres.

To Lil Shawn and Shad ‘JGE’ Stands for ‘Jackie Gabrielle Entertainment.’ Jackie is the mother of Lil Shawn and Gabrielle is the mother of Shad. Retro was later added to separate their name from other members of the JGE organization. Retro comes from their love of retro shoes and clothing. The group loves to find old styles and make them new trends rather in music or fashion.

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.