TALENT ROSTER
ART + DESIGN
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Born Jesse Diaz, Kodone is a 22-year-old contemporary artist from Oklahoma City. A majority of Kodone’s digital illustrations are inspired by hip-hop music and internet culture.
Although Kodone’s fans have grown to love his merch, he does not want to lose sight of being an established and well-respected contemporary artist. With a goal of making digital sketch-work art more mainstream, he hopes to be known as one of the pioneers to inspire generations to come.
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Mekhail is a Dallas-based freelance artist whose mission is to inspire her audience to seek beauty in all things, all people and all colors. Specializing in portrait, figurative and abstract work, Mekhail’s art explores themes of diversity, color and modern feminism. Through her work she seeks to uplift and encourage her community to use the gifts they have been given.
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Jake better known as Jaydotb or just JB, is a multi-disciplinary creative native from Kalamazoo turned Chicagoan. By making his big splash as creative director of Lyrical Lemonade, he established himself as a go to designer in digital artwork and merchandise.
Since going on his own, JB has created for and collaborated with many top names in hip-hop. JB is now focusing on launching a new products company and building his own brand.
FASHION + LIFESTYLE
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Designer + Curator, Kristopher Kites is the kind of avant-garde creative we love to watch. Kites is best known for his oversized custom jewelry, from plastic Gucci link chains to pendants featuring cartoon characters like Jimmy Neutron and Goku encased in translucent cubes. Kites + his chain work have been featured in Vogue and every streetwear blog out like Highsnobiety + Complex.
Kites also recently launched organic popsicle line, Kites Ice, featuring custom designs and packaging that he has taken to festivals + events around the US. They are the perfect addition to any branded experience for consumers to enjoy.popsicle line, Kites Ice, featuring custom designs and packaging that he has taken to festivals + events around the US. They are the perfect addition to any branded experience for consumers to enjoy.
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Introduced in Inglewood, CA, but currently reaching all corners of the world, Hypland’s brand DNA uses the combination of social inclusion and multicultural awareness as its muse. This integration creates a timeless design aesthetic and unique space in streetwear fashion, where customers embody their individuality through innovative crafted pieces adorning iconic cultural symbols such as flags and language.
Hypland refrains from focusing on trends and aims to provide classic clothing that represents and speaks to the masses.The brand has original owned IP designs, but also works collaboratively with major entities like Pokemon, Hello Kitty, Naruto, Dragon Ball Z and more to properly license and distribute collaborative releases.
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Founder of acclaimed streetwear brand, Hypland, Jordan Bentley at just 25 has built a multi- million dollar clothing brand. He is extremely passionate about educating the next generation on how he built his clothing empire, and is always sharing insights and inspiring others through live streams and mentorship.
Jordan grew up an avid tennis player and skateboarder, and despite his dedication to scaling his global business, always finds time to champion his youth and get active with the sports he loves. Bentley may be young, but his work ethic and desire to learn has him always on as a student of the clothing game, community happenings and tech space.
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As a fashion model and lifestyle blogger based in Philadelphia, PA, Praise uses his platforms as an outlet to express creative ideas and content while also educating on various topics such as being a creator, tech, editing, grooming, and more. He creates in an effort to inspire others and to create a community where not only himself but his followers are able to share beliefs, positivity and creative interests.
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Just a girl from the Westside of Chicago, is how Ticara Devone describes herself. Through her passion of sneaker culture and storytelling, Ticara has emerged as a trusted sneaker reporter and content creator who aims to put storytelling first.
She has had the opportunity to work with many notable brands and in 2019 launched her own website www.ticaradevone.com that aims to provide insight on footwear, fashion, beauty and her personal projects.
Ticara Devone aspires to not only provide storytelling in her own way but to show those who want to pursue their dreams that there is no clear path to success but to stick with it.
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Most known for his appearance on HBO Max’s The Hype Season 2, Khan is a Vietnamese creative director + designer born and raised Columbus Ohio, residing in Los Angels, CA.
He is the first participant in the series to ever win three challenges in a row, and is a fan favorite to win it all, especially after Offset’s only co-sign in show history. His aesthetic focuses in on vintage wear, with brands Made Co Gallery, Dream Motorsports + vintage sourcing destination, Sourced by Ngo.
Beyond clothing, Khanh has a love for vintage cars as well as curating some of the hottest parties in LA, titled “Close Friends”. He is seeking merchandise collaborations, sponsored content opportunities, and evergreen brand relationships.
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Actor Nick Creegan came into 2022 hot, taking on the role of the corrupted ‘Marquis Jet’, BATWOMAN’s twist on the villainous ‘Joker’ for season 3 of The CW series. He became the first Black actor to portray the ‘Joker’ character in live action.
He first gained notoriety for his viral sketch portraying NBA icon Stephen Curry and received recognition from the athlete himself. While working in creative production for Bleacher Report, Vice Media, and Riot Studios, Creegan filled his free time making viral sketches and skits – and continues to create lifestyle, fashion, + travel content.
MUSIC
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Whether it be Cadillac cruisin' the streets of Chicago or on a beach in Los Angeles sippin' a smoothie, JAMS' music is influenced by his lifestyle; living healthy, admiring the finer things, and luxuries in life, and living his best life.
Being influenced by the forefathers that laid the groundwork before him, JAMS’ sound blends tons of elements of soul, funk, classic hip-hop, and more to tie it all together into an immersive world.
His authenticity within his character speaks volumes in his music, creating a world that thrives of of real-life situations, emotions, feelings, and battles that shaped him to be the man that he is today.
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Van Buren Records is the electrifying roster of hip hop artists collectively shaping the sound of hip-hop’s newest class. Bound together by the gritty locale of Brockton Massachusetts, VBR houses an exciting mix of rappers, DJs + producers.
As a unit, they boast a cohesively unique sound that has catalyzed mosh pits across their home state, igniting a new phase in the current renaissance of the Boston area hip-hop scene and beyond.
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Born and raised Texas, with strong roots in both Houston and Dallas, Ju’s love for music dates back to his childhood growing up playing the drums. After finding his love for making beats in college, Julian decided to step away from academics and put his all into perfecting his craft.
He got his first big break working with Gucci and later struck gold in building with hip-hop star, Megan the Stallion. Ju is also looking to create opportunities to give back, and mentor up and coming producers.
SPORTS
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Since being drafted by the 76ers in the 2014 NBA Draft, Jerami has gone on to win a gold medal with the 2020 U.S. Olympic team and finished 2021 as a finalist for the NBA’s Most Improved Player Award.
Off the court, Jerami is truly passionate about fashion and streetwear, often seen front row at the latest fashion week show. Beyond basketball and fashion, Grant founded a non-profit, Hour Generation Foundation, focused on initiating equitable growth opportunities for the youth in underserved communities.