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D.O.P.E.’s Do It Yourself Mentality Is Paying off With Latest Release

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The music industry is a continuous grind that requires a strong work ethic and relentless mentality, D.O.P.E. has both of these and a whole boatload of talent as well. As a completely independent artist with 15 years of experience in the game, his sights are set on making music his full-time gig.

When we think of the A-Typical do-it-yourself independent artist, we understand that almost every aspect of their career falls squarely on their shoulders. D.O.P.E. is the living embodiment of a DIY musician. He writes all of his own music, directs and edits all of his own music videos, and he even designs all of his own merchandise.

This hustler mindset has enabled D.O.P.E. to grow his fanbase and to create a loyal following. At this point, he now has over 11,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, and he’s brought those fans in with his dedication and grassroots approach to his career. As far as what he attributes his success to, he had this to say.

“I have thousands of listeners each month thanks to loyal fans, De Novo Agency, and Facebook/IG ad campaigns. I make D.O.P.E. music and inspire all of my listeners to Dare. Overachieve. & Profit every day.”

At this point, it is more than evident that all of the North Carolina-based rapper’s hard work has been paying off as he has hit some pretty monumental milestones. We asked him what his biggest accomplishment was and here is what he told us.

“My biggest achievement would be surpassing half a million streams on Spotify with over 100,000 listeners.”

No team and no group, just one artist putting quality music out to his target audience and growing that audience and his reach. Having this level of self conviction, self belief, and drive usually comes from a deep rooted mission or calling.

“The central message behind my music is really just events about my life and how I’m feeling about a situation. I express myself through my music because honestly, I do not feel as though I have any other outlet. I can’t always talk to friends and family about certain situations so I put them in my music as a way to get it out.”

Music is art, it is self-expression, and so many of us turn to it as an escape or an outlet. This clearly goes for D.O.P.E. as well, and it helps endear him to his faithful listeners.

Currently, D.O.P.E. has a lot of music that he’s pushing to his audience and new listeners alike. Earlier this year he dropped a new album aptly titled “20/20”. Since that point, he also dropped a new single titled, “Weekend”. True to his style of constantly working and pushing out new music, he has a new album, “20/20 (Deluxe)” which will be out in the coming weeks.

With all of this on the docket, we took some time to review his new single and some stand-out tracks off of “20/20”.

“Weekend”

In a short amount of time, this song has already accrued nearly 5,000 streams on Spotify. This modern love song is laced over an intricately simple hip-hop beat and D.O.P.E. delivers on both his flowing verses and his catchy hooks.

D.O.P.E. told us that he believes this song best represents his sound to new users.

“I would say that my song Weekend really represents my sound. I LOVE love and I know I make a lot of love songs, especially with my early album “T.A.M.E.”. I fall in love and I also deal with heartbreak, all of that goes into my music. As for “Weekend”, I met a girl and felt that we really established a connection. We got super close over the short span of just two and half days and I was falling for her as she was falling for me. We both met while outside of our home states in a completely different state. We met in Minnesota while I live in North Carolina and her in Florida. We had an amazing weekend with each other but on the third day, Sunday, she flew back to Florida. I wrote and recorded the song the same day she left.”

Uniqueness is always a valued attribute in music and this tracks cool sound and pro-romance vibes are stand out unique qualities. On top of that, the lyric video is dope (pun intended), and you can check that out below.

“Kill the Beat”

“Kill the Beat” is one of our favorite songs off of “20/20” and is one of D.O.P.E.’s most popular songs on Spotify with over 24,000 streams to date. This song and sound is worlds apart from “Weekend”, which is a testament to his skillset across multiple styles.

The twangy southern flavored beat will have hip-hop fans feeling reminiscent, and D.O.P.E.’s flow versatility and lyrical skills will have them taking notice.

The music video for “Kill the Beat” is light-hearted, entertaining, and it leaves D.O.P.E. killing the beat as the focal point.

“Quarantine N’ Chill”

Okay, this is one is not just a good song, it’s a topically fun time for listeners. The song itself will obviously do itself the most justice but here is the cliff note version. D.O.P.E. gives us a hysterical account of what a late-night hookup looks like in the midst of a global pandemic, hence the name.

Lines referencing being out of toilet paper, demanding that masks stay on, and a video that is full of imagery involving masks, gloves, and hand sanitizer gives us all some comic relief after the year that we have had. But most importantly, even with all of the laced in humor, he’s still spitting lines from start to finish.

What’s Next for D.O.P.E.?

As we told you earlier, “20/20 (Deluxe) is expected to drop in the next few weeks and we highly recommend you put it on your watch list. D.O.P.E.’s approach has been to methodically grow his fanbase by connecting with them, creating quality music, and by making honest music that we can all relate to. It’s a winning formula, and his name is one that you should get used to hearing.

To keep up with D.O.P.E. and his upcoming album and future releases, connect with him on the platforms below.

Spotify

iTunes

Website

YouTube

Instagram

Twitter

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Victoria Team: Setting the Standard of Resilience and Innovation for Miss Supranational 2024

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Malaposka, Poland – April 15, 2024 – As the Miss Supranational 2024 pageant approaches, Denmark’s Victoria Team emerges as the epitome of resilience and innovation, setting new standards in pageant preparation. With an unwavering commitment to excellence and a penchant for groundbreaking ideas, Victoria Team is poised to redefine success on the global stage.

Under the visionary leadership of National Director Lisa Lents CEO and Creative Director Nicole Rodrigues, the Victoria Team embodies a spirit of perseverance and forward-thinking. Their approach blends tradition with innovation, ensuring Denmark’s representative stands out amidst fierce competition.

At the heart of their strategy lies a dedication to continuous improvement and adaptability. Pageant Q&A coaches Jimmy Langhoff, Anjli Raut, and Carlos instill confidence and clarity in communication, while Fashion Director Rocky Star pushes boundaries with avant-garde designs that showcase Denmark’s unique style.

The Victoria Team’s social media prowess is unparalleled, led by Social Media Managers Nishant, Utkarsh, and their dynamic team. Through strategic content and engaging campaigns, they harness the power of digital platforms to amplify Denmark’s voice and message worldwide.

In the face of challenges, Victoria Team remains steadfast, thanks to the resilience instilled by PR Managers Maryna Savchenko, John Lumansi, and Amber. Their ability to navigate diverse cultural landscapes ensures Denmark’s story resonates with audiences across Europe, Africa, and beyond.

Behind the scenes, photographers Tina Patni, Steen Vlad, Veronika Hobson, MADDY, Jonas Jensen, Rozen Antonio, Jan Hammerstad, Anastasia Ranjinskaya, and Jaffrin capture moments of strength and grace, while Gym/Fitness Coaches Daniela, Morgan Morgan, and Carlos sculpt not only bodies but also minds, fostering a mindset of perseverance and determination.

Catwalk Coaches MAI-BRITT CATRINE, Alesia Raut, Anea Rasch, and Camilla Dalsgaard refine Denmark’s representative into a vision of confidence and grace, while Branding & Strategy expert Thom Brodeur ensures every aspect of her persona reflects resilience and innovation.

With Personal Stylist Steve Anozie and Makeup Artists Alesya Karunets, Anam Nazmi, Lanah Hamad, and Bianca Louzado adding the final touches of elegance and sophistication, Denmark’s representative emerges as a beacon of resilience, consistency, and innovation.

As the world watches with anticipation, the Victoria Team remains steadfast in their mission to redefine success, setting new benchmarks for excellence in pageantry. Stay tuned for updates as Denmark’s journey unfolds.

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Star of “A Christmas Story,” Peter Billingsley, resolves the controversy surrounding “Die Hard” holiday films

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Star of A Christmas Story, Peter Billingsley, resolves the controversy surrounding Die Hard holiday films

Star of “A Christmas Story,” Peter Billingsley, is putting up a strong argument in the age-old argument over whether or not “Die Hard” qualifies as a Christmas film.

His reasoning was so strong that he was able to persuade “Die Hard” cinematographer Jan de Bont, who wasn’t entirely convinced that the action film starring Bruce Willis is a holiday classic despite its mid-summer release date.

“Can we have a healthy debate? Can we make the argument to you of why it’s a Christmas movie?” Billingsley proposed to de Bont on a recent episode of his podcast “A Cinematic Christmas Journey.”

He continues, saying that the movie’s main setting is a Christmas party and that “production design put Santas everywhere.” Of course, there’s the scene where Willis’s character John McClane “decorates the dead body and puts it into an elevator,” which Billingsley refers to as the “iconic ‘ho ho ho’ moment.”

“But I’ll leave you with this,” Billingsley told de Bont. “Most importantly, I think it embodies the themes of Christmas of acceptance, forgiveness, love and family.”

With a nod of approval, de Bont smiles and says, “Okay, I’m sold now.”

In a video that Billingsley and his co-host Steve Byrne shared on Instagram, they can be seen grinning and laughing as de Bont concedes their disagreement.

“Die Hard,” which starred Willis, Bonnie Bedelia, and the late Alan Rickman, debuted in July 1988. It tells the story of a New York City police officer who tries to rescue hostages who are kidnapped by terrorists on Christmas eve at a party.

Willis, on the other hand, views “Die Hard” as a very different kind of film.

“Die Hard is not a Christmas movie!” He proclaimed during his 2018 Comedy Central Roast. “It’s a Bruce Willis movie, so yippee-ki-yay… and good night!”

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Katrina Kaif ‘threatened’ Vicky Kaushal when she asked him to return to film set two days after their marriage: ‘Shaadi rehne hi do’

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Bollywood stars Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif‘s 2021 wedding ceremony in Rajasthan captured hearts with its dreamy charm. Recently, Vicky recalled how the shoot of Zara Hatke Zara Bachke collided with his marriage. The actor published that he had to take offs from Zara Hatke Zara Bachke shoot to attend his wedding. However, when the makers of the movie requested him to return to the set inside two days of marriage, Katrina issued a hazard and pushed him to remain longer with her.

Speaking about the time he used to be taking pictures for Zara Hatke Zara Bachke, Vicky instructed media, “I have completed half of of the film’s capturing earlier than my marriage and then I took off for my marriage. Right after the marriage, inside two days, they had been calling me on the set. Toh fir mujh dhamki mil gayi thi ki tumhe do din baad set pe hi jana hai toh shaadi rehne hi do (Then I acquired the hazard that if you have to go to the set in two days then don’t get married). Then I said ‘no’ and I went to the units of the movie after 5 days.”

Vicky additionally spoke about how his lifestyles has modified after marrying Katrina. Sharing how she brings ‘peace’ to his life, Vicky said, “Marriage has been in reality stunning and it absolutely is a blessing to discover a accomplice for your self the place you surely experience like you have come again home. It’s a sukoon (peace) vala feeling. It’s a fantastic feeling, she is a beautiful human being. It is enjoyable dwelling and exploring existence with her. I am touring a lot with her, some thing I didn’t journey a lot before.”

Though they belong to the equal profession, Vicky stated that he and Katrina don’t talk about work a lot. “We don’t talk about work a lot. We are each from the identical industry, so we discuss about it however we don’t talk about scripts and all,” the actor said.

On the work front, Vicky will subsequent be viewed in Sam Bahadur, which is directed by way of Meghna Gulzar. The movie will launch in theatres on December 1 and will conflict with Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal. Katrina used to be closing considered with Salman Khan in the undercover agent thriller, Tiger three

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