SINGING...its not a hobby...more like a strong PASSION both physically and emotionally bonded to my everyday inner thoughts with a DESIRE to be heard. i sing when im happy, sad, and sometimes even mad. MUSIC is my MIND BODY and SOUL forever and ever
I came across this video on www.worldstarhiphop.com that had two girls talking about black people. I feel it's very sad that there are people in the world that think of black people this way. This should be taken as a wake up call for African Americans to step it up. Yes I am mixed but I take pride in my African American culture and it upsets me that some of the things these girls were saying were true. Now i will agree that a lot of it was blown way out of proportion and she probably experienced some pretty bad stuff to make her feel this way about blacks. Many of the things she mentioned were very stereotypical and it's sad that we feed this stereotype in many ways. She mentioned "It's not all black people it's the niggers"...WOW. I was really stuck on this part of the video. So I grabbed the dictionary and looked up the word "nigger" and it said "USAG: The word nigger was used as an adjective denoting a black person as early as the 17th century and has long had strong offensive connotations. Today it remains one of the most racially offensive words in the language. Also referred to as 'the n-word,' nigger is sometimes used by black people in reference to other black people in a jocular or disparaging manner, or some variant in between (in somewhat the same way that queer has been adopted by some gay and lesbian people as a term of self-reference, acceptable only when used by those within the community)."
This is where we hurt ourselves...referring to each other as "nigger" or "nigga". Not only did I read that definition but i also read another definition defining the word "nigger" as ignorant. We go around calling each other "nigga" not knowing that we are calling each other ignorant and this is exactly the way many people look at us. I'm not saying that all African Americans are ignorant, I'm saying that we need to get ourselves together and recognized this pandemic. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Malcolm X, and many many more did not fight for our freedom for us to go around calling each other ignorant. Years ago we banned together fighting for a better future and it's still a fight today. I think now days we are so spoiled because of the freedom we have that we forget to recognize that there is still a fight. Maybe not for freedom but more so for recognition and respect.
I won't be a hypocrite and say I've never used the "n" word, but watching that video has really made me disgusted with that word. If thats the way anyone views black people, I dont want to be apart of that window.
Sadly one of the best pop/r&b singers is dead. I absolutely could not believe it when I heard about it. I didn't want to believe it. I thought to myself..."Who would make up such a sick rumor". Then reality hit me when I was flipping through channels and all that was shown on t.v. was that Whitney Houston was dead. She was so young at only 48 with children left behind. I will never forget the beautiful runs I have always tried to mimic or her beauty that was well known world wide. I shed a few tears when I saw the picture of her and Michael Jackson together. Two legends...gone. My heart goes out to her grieving family and close friends. Though she is gone, she can NEVER be replaced or forgotten. Rest In Peace Whitney Houston <3
Okay so song number five is now complete! I definitely stepped out of my comfort zone with this one. It's grown and sexy and most of all FUN! This is a straight up CLUB BANGER! I was influenced by Kalenna, from Dirty Money, song "Go to Work". Her swagger is dope in this song. I have my own swag but i think stepping out of my comfort level will definitely show my ability to step outside of my element. A little change never hurt anybody. I know it seems like I've been missing but bare with me. I've been in the studio working my BUTT OFF and I truly do believe you'll be able to tell once you hear my new songs. Playground Studios has done a wonderful job at working so diligently on my new tracks especially with the sound quality they are able to produce. They are so patient and great at helping me produce the best vocals I can. We all have very different creative views and I think this is what makes the best songs. I am so proud of Vyzion as well. There New Years Eve extravaganza at the RBC Center in downtown Raleigh, NC was out of this world! Don't forget to check out www.vyzionradio.com for nonstop REAL Dj mixes. I get so sick of turning on the radio and hearing the same ol' stuff playing on the radio. Not only does Vyzion Radio introduce new hot mixes, they also give indi artists like myself a chance to prove themselves. Download the Vyzion Radio app. on your smartphone today! Keep rockin with ya girl and be prepared for big things to happen! 2012 is not the end....it's only the beginning....I'm just sayin;)
Just when I feel that my music that I've been working my butt off on in the studio sounds perfect...IT GETS BETTER! Thanks to Playground Studios, I was able to take my songs to the next level! I know a lot of people have been asking me where I have been....just know that I haven't quit or anything ridiculous like that, I've just been working really hard to get my songs perfected. I hope you all will love them as much as I do. Other than that God is Good. He has blessed me with a car, patience, and a terrific vocal/production team. So keep rockin' with ya girl and stay tuned!! <3
It's 2012 and I'm ready to begin my great adventure ahead of me. I don't know what the future holds....but i know God has a plan for me. A new chapter in my life has begun and for some reason, not to be cliche, but I just know something big is in store for me this year. Regardless of the rumors saying "world is going to end", I believe something will BEGIN. Count your blessings and look forward to the future...
So today i have officially completed song number four! Thanks to Playground Studios we are definitely on our way. The things I have learned here in this studio are incredible and I'm so excited to be able to share my music with you all soon! I will be giving you all an update of my progress in the studio after each session I have. I thank everyone out there who is supporting me. To those who have rocked with me from the beginning, you are the reason I keep going even when I get a little frustrated or discouraged. I'ved learned to always keep God first no matter what and through God, He has put a great production team in my life, a wonderful fan base, and most importantly people who believe in me. Stay tuned for more updates and get ready for some bangers to come your way soon!!!
Hard at work in the studio...
Chaka Harley and Miss Rachel
Perfection is the KEY...
Feel Phil J and Miss Rachel
But we always make room for laughter...
And this is how we're able to come up with song number 4!
Today i finished song number three!!! I'm so happy with them and I can't wait to share them with you all. Studio time is just such a great time for me to concentrate on me. I learn so much and everyday I feel myself improving. With the help of my great team, I'm feeling closer than ever to my dreams. But anyways...just to spill you a lil sum' sum', the songs that my production team and I have written are phenomenal! There's nothing like listening to a song you can relate to and grove to without sex, drugs, or money. I plan to bring back "feel good music"!!! Songs that we can jam to in a skating rink OR a club. I love everyone who supports me and believes that I will one day (sooner than later) make it to the GRAMMY AWARDS!!
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Vyzion keeps a steady up climb making a strong movement in the hip hop music scene gathering d.j.'s and listeners from all around the world. Vyzion Radio seems to be making impressions from every continent around the world! D.j. Waleed Cayote of 102 jams says "Vyzion is what it is right now...the movement...THE lifestyle...". The radio station is going completely VIRAL. CEO of Vyzion Radio and Vyzion Ent. states "If you're not with us now, don't get left behind because there's no stopping us now". The hot radio station is for everyone to listen to with the hottest mixes played 24/7 and with the Vyzion Radio FREE phone app. now available to people across the globe, it can now be accessed everywhere you go! I'm not sure about you, but i'm definitely down with the Vyzion movement. V'sss UP!!!
It's going down on April 16th!!! Everton Blender is bringin Jamaica to Raleigh, North Carolina at the Southland Ballroom! REALreggae, LIVE bands, and GREAT food catered by Caribbean Paradise located in Durham, NC. Crucial Fiya will be playing a numerous amount of medley's and The Vyzion Melody Singers, including myself, will be performing a Bob Marley Tribute. WHERE MY MARLEY FANS AT?!
Jamaican Rapsody, N.B. Holla, LY & Shirs, and Mille the Artist will also so be performing! This will be THE REGGAE EVENT OF THE YEAR! Don't miss it. Get your tickets ASAP because it's going to be PACKED!!! ONE time for Reggae music, TWO times for the Jah Love festival, and "TREE" times for everyone that's coming!
SO.......today was the day that Christopher George Latore Wallace aka Biggie Smalls aka Big Poppa aka Notorious BIG was shot and killed by an unknown shooter in Los Angeles, CA. He was involved in a heavy east coast vs west coast hip hop war at the time. Biggie dominated the east coast and the west coast took it as a threat. Biggie Smalls was the best rapper ever. This man was a freestyle machine! In my opinion, there has NEVER been another rapper in the industry to even come close to Biggie Smalls skills. I was raised listening to this man....sitting in the passenger seat in my dads dodge stratus in the 90's with his trunk boomin' haha. I never truely understood what he was talkin about at the time but man did i know all of his hooks! My song of the year for 2011 is "What's Beef" by Biggie Smalls. There's some snakes out there and "it's obvious the game's new to ya"....SoWhatsbeef???
Rest in paradise Biggie Smalls (May 21, 1972 – March 9, 1997)
I love how every time something bad happens God plants something wonderful in my life. Lately there has been someone not quite in my life that's been trying to act as a distraction towards my music. It bothered me at first but as soon as i let God handle it, he brought new and even BETTER people into my life. And not only did this happened but even more opportunities and connections came my way...and this time it's business and serious, no more dirty people that can't keep their word. I strongly believe in a LOYAL TEAM...to be loyal means to be honest and upfront, like a family. Every time someone tries to be sneaky or disrespectful...i smile =), because u can't fight evil with evil...that's just not the way things work. I believe that when you don't look for trouble, God will reveal what trouble is ahead to prepare you for the worst. And what's so great about that is that things end up not being so bad when you just let God handle it. I feel that it's so much more work to try to make someone else look bad rather than just to go on about your business. You can't ruin a blessing from God without any consequences. Whether the consequence be that something has been taken from you or that you find out that the one you think loves you really doesn't and is just using you...what comes around goes around. The best thing to do is just be honest.
On the flip side I've been working with Vyzion Entertainments new super producer Legit! This guy is amazing! He has taken my older songs and remixed them. We added a few things hear and there to finally get the sound I have always been looking for in those songs and i'm soooo excited for everyone to hear the NEW and IMPROVED!!! This week I will be going HAM on my album...will be released shortly. I'm so happy with the way my songs sound now especially L.O.V.E. and Dancefloor Addict. Legit has TOTALLY brought it up to another level and I absolutely love it! I will be finishing up my song "Don't Go" today and I can't for you all to hear that one as well. Santiago from out of Miami did the beat and it is BANGIN'!!!!
This Friday (feb. 25th) at Club Dolce there will be a DJ Spinoff! This Spinoff is going to be CRRRRAAZYYYY!!! You GOTTA be there! This is time for the grown men and women to get there dance on and party like a rockstarrr. Women get your freakum dresses on and men pull out the Sean John and Chrystal cuz we doin it BIG babyyyy!!! I can't wait to see ya there!!! <3
So...basically I just thought that I should let you all know (if you don't already) that posting comments on Facebook or tweeting about someone you don't like is downright CHILDISH! Save some energy! It really disgusts me to see people talking about one another in such a hateful and disrespectful manner.
Another thing...stop posting your business out on the internet for everyone to see it!!! lol Do us all a favor, save the drama and keep all ur other personal distractions offline too. There's nothing wrong with disliking someone or even asking for help, but the drama stuff is really just annoying and CHILDISH!
Oh yeah here's another one...all this fake stuff lol, it's gotta go. I think everyone can agree with me that fake people are just annoying and NEVER win. "What's an example of being fake Miss Rachel??"
Miss Rachel >>> "Lying, claiming to be friends with someone when you really don't like them, claiming you support someone when you really don't...."and the list goes on lol.
I have this idea about peace....peace is what you make of it, and sometimes your own satisfaction is what causes corruption.
Just watch what you say people...there are times where what you say can and will be used against you. <3
MISS RACHEL'S VYZION: IN WITH THE NEW AND OUT WITH THE OLD! LET'S GOOOOO!!!!!!
Hey there! So just wanted to give you a quick update! If you haven't joined my fan page on Facebook....GO NOW!!! All you have to do is click the "like" button. It's as simple as that. My fan page is another great way to keep up on my upcoming shows as well. JOIN NOW! Also, my Vyzion website is http://www.vyzion-ent.com/featured-artist/miss-rachel. You can also see other great Vyzion artists on www.vyzion-ent.com. Hop on it now!!! You won't regret it. Vyzion also gives other aspiring artists to be hear as well! Join the movement to create and bring back the REAL MUSIC!
This experience with one of the greatest musicians in the music industry was absolutely MIND BLOWING!!! I feel so privileged to have been able to work with Dalvin from Jodeci. This year, 2011, is going to be historic!! Check the vid. out! (Sneak peek of my new up and coming single "All My Love" ft. Dalvin from Jodeci, Millie (Vyzion Ent.), Buzz, and Breezy. ENJOY! <3
So many people have asked me, "Is there a difference between Rachel and Miss Rachel?"....NO. Miss Rachel defines who Rachel is. The title "Miss" is respected and classy, and in the music industry, that's what I want to be recognized as, respected and classy. Alicia Keys is my role model for keeping it classy yet sexy in he music industry. I believe to be sexy, you don't have to reveal your body to the world. Men like easy women but don't respect them. I feel the same way about my music. I feel that I don't have to talk about sex in my music just to grab people's attention. Many women today make this very mistake in thinking that showing their body off and singing/rapping about sex will get them more fans and publicity, when in reality the only reason they get attention is because they show off they're body...NOT BECAUSE OF THEIR TALENT. My goal is to help change the music industry so that people can see that it's okay to be sexy as long as it's classy. Not only do I, Miss Rachel, demand respect but I also WILL NOT settle for less.
