The Lxcals – VH1 @thelxcals
The Lxcals’ single “VH1” is a dive into the rockstar fantasy. Lead singer X paints the fast life as he finds himself falling into the rabbit holes of chasing the rockstar dream. Drawing influences from Travis Scott and Mike Dean’s production, Dante Smith lays down the bounce on the bass while Cucho Santiago completes the rockstar arena sound with his Black Sabbath, Santana-inspired guitar playing.
Influenced by the 2011 internet-fueled rap renaissance that gave us acts like Odd Future, ASAP Mob, Kanye’s G.O.O.D Music, The Lxcals started out with the same ideas of collective collaboration. Bringing together rock musicians, beat makers, skateboarders and rappers under one roof, the team focused creating something completely new as a new age of internet musicians began.
Lead singer ‘X’ , inspired by a Run DMC rock-rap relationship and punk d.i.y. energy that was becoming part of the evolution of rap, soon grew obsessed with creating a sound that would embody the environment around him. Eventually, through trial and error the group would take new form as a band who played instruments the same way they made beats.
The Lxcals is a band that currently consists of X, who serves as the muse and lead vocalist. Dante Smith grounds the band’s sound on bass, approaching his style like that of a heavy 808 bounce of modern rap music. The Lxcals’ large arena rock sound comes full circle with Cucho Santiago who brings in the stylistic flare on the guitar. His influences range from early 70’s guitar gods like Santana, Hendrix and Iommi, to the heavier sound of metal giants during the early 80’/90’s.
Finally finding a solid chemistry and defined style, The Lxcals look to introduce themselves to the world and bring their audience into theirs. The band is currently working on Madness, the first chapter of a saga and their debut album. They are pushing to create a soundtrack to their cinematic portrayal of a heartbroken, rage filled protagonist who is in a frenzy to win the heart of his estranged lover, while finding himself only diving deeper into the lust and debauchery of his own insanity.
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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.
