Hip Hop: Winter 2024

Monarch HipHop Recommendations

B.G.
TBA

B.G.’s return after incarceration is a testament to his lasting impact on the music industry. Welcomed warmly by both peers and those he influenced, his reemergence highlights the enduring resonance of his contributions. Despite the challenges he faced during his time away, the support from the community underscores the profound influence he wielded prior to his legal troubles. The positive reception speaks not only to his artistic prowess but also to the personal connections he forged. As he navigates the aftermath of incarceration, B.G.’s comeback marks a significant chapter in his career, reflecting the resilience of his legacy.

A$AP ROCKY
Don’t Be Dumb

A$AP Rocky’s Don’t Be Dumb project showcases the rapper’s trademark charisma and experimental style. The EP, blending hip-hop and avant-garde elements, delivers a concise yet impactful sonic journey. Rocky’s lyrical prowess and distinctive flow shine through, exploring themes of success, lifestyle, and self-awareness. The production is diverse, ranging from gritty beats to ethereal instrumentals and creating a dynamic backdrop for his verses. While the project might feel too short, it leaves a lasting impression with its bold sonic choices and Rocky’s unapologetic approach. Don’t Be Dumb is a testament to A$AP Rocky’s artistic evolution and willingness to push boundaries within the hip-hop genre.

PLAYBOI CARTI
I Am Music

Playboi Carti’s imminent return promises an exciting resurgence for fans. Hailing from Atlanta, the rapper gained widespread acclaim with his unique style of blending trap beats with experimental elements. His previous successes, notably with the album Die Lit, showcased his ability to push boundaries in the hip-hop genre. With the anticipation building, fans can expect Carti to deliver a fresh sonic experience characterized by his signature ad-libs and energetic flows. The prospect of a full-scale comeback raises expectations for innovative production and bold lyricism. As the hip-hop community eagerly awaits, Playboi Carti enthusiasts can anticipate a dynamic and captivating return to the spotlight.

DJ KHALED
Till Next Time

DJ Khaled’s latest project continues his trademark formula of authenticity, grit, and humor. Packed with star-studded collaborations, the album showcases Khaled’s ability to bring together diverse talents seamlessly. His relentless work ethic shines through each track, delivering polished production and catchy beats. The project reflects Khaled’s knack for fostering positive vibes, promoting motivation, and sharing his journey to success. While some may find the formula familiar, Khaled’s consistency and dedication to his craft make this release another testament to his enduring influence in the music industry. It’s a celebration of good vibes and a reminder of the staying power of Khaled’s brand.

BENNY THE BUTCHER
Everybody Can’t Go

He’s a force to be reckoned with in the rap game. The album showcases Benny’s raw authenticity and vivid narrative skills, painting a vivid picture of street life and the struggles that come with it. The production, handled by heavyweights like Hit Boy and the Alchemist, provides a fitting backdrop to Benny’s powerful verses. Everybody Can’t Go is a compelling journey through the harsh realities of the streets, with Benny delivering his rhymes with unwavering confidence and conviction. It’s a must-listen for fans of hardcore hip-hop, offering a glimpse into the mind of a skilled lyricist on the rise.

SEPTEMBER GRAY
Proprietor of September Gray Fine Art Gallery

BIO 

Gray’s life’s work is a reflection of her enduring passion for the arts. Following a noteworthy career in the performing arts, Gray launched a successful fine art consultancy practice wherein she was celebrated for her ability to assist corporate and private collectors with articulating and executing single acquisition and long–term collecting strategies. Gray’s career in the arts and decade as an art consultant inform her role as gallerist. An avid collector, Gray has a talent for “speaking the language” of both artist and collector and a knack for connecting the gallery’s clients to works by artists whose vision and methodologies resonate with their individual tastes, complement their existing collections and honor their overall investment strategy and appetite for risk. Gray holds a B.A. in Art History from DePaul University. A committed art education advocate, Gray serves on a number of non-profit boards and is co-founder of The Gray Foundation, an organization committed to building a world of enriched life options for youth through the promotion of art and education. Gray shares art news and collection strategies in her electronic quarterly journal, The Gray Book.

https://septembergrayart.com/

JUSTIN SULIVAN, CFP
Senior Vice President Market Leader

BIO 

Justin oversees a team of professionals striving to achieve the highest level of client satisfaction. His top priority is that the team not only meets, but also exceeds the client’s expectations. Through Justin’s leadership and commitment, he helps ensure that the client benefits form a full complement of investment, trust, financial planning and private banking services to help them achieve their financial goals.

XAVIER DANIELS

BIO  

Paintings are influenced by his experiences with brotherhood at both Morehouse and as a firefighter. In creating his art, he is actively thinking about the perception of black men and attempting to be a catalyst for a different view on the black male experience. According to Daniels, the conversations happening in popular culture about black males leave them invisible in discussions about themselves. The portraits of black men Daniels creates are large in an effort to symbolically assert black male presence into those conversations. His work has been shown around the world through Almine Rech and Richard Beavers Gallery. Xavier lives and works in Atlanta, Georgia.

https://xavierdaniels.com/

MARRYAM MOMA

BIO

A Tanzanian-Nigerian visual artist based in Atlanta, GA, is renowned for her prolific exhibition history. Moma’s dedication to her art has earned her prestigious residencies at The Migration Artist Residency, Atlanta, GA, and a blended residency and teaching opportunity at The Swimming HoleFoundation in Upstate NY. The Hambidge Center for the Arts awarded her a Distinguished Artist Fellowship, enriching her narrative-driven solo exhibitions like “ICONoclasts.” This showing intertwines paper cut elements to celebrate and empower revolutionary Black figures. Moma continues to innovate within her practice, expanding her presence through murals, public art installations and exhibitions including an indoor mural for Clark Atlanta universities student innovation lounge sponsored by Dell Technologies and Home depot, ICONoclasts Atlanta building-wide public installation sponsored by Dashboard and If Not Us then Who public digital art mural sponsored by A&E Atlanta. 

https://www.marryammoma.com/

DL WARFIELD

BIO

Atlanta-based artist DL Warfield, a veteran artist who has consistently proven himself a talent of the highest caliber – one who has delivered at the highest levels repeatedly throughout his life and career. Yes, many artists are talented; DL Warfield is prolific.

Warfield’s body of work proves his instinctive knowledge and understanding of pop culture and has given him a permanent place at the cutting edge of the new and next. From St. Louis to New York City, Atlanta and worldwide, his talent, skill and endless creativity have taken him to the top of his field again and again, and he intends to push forward wherever a path to artistic excellence can be forged.

The following is a snapshot of his works and clientele. 

Nike, Sprite, Heineken, Anheuser-Busch, Geffen Records, Sony Entertainment, DreamWorks, Sony Music, OutKast Inc., Universal Records, Boys & Girls Clubs, HBO, Virgin Records, Coca-Cola, Adidas, Vibe Magazine, automotive giant Ford Motor Company. He designed the branding for the City of Atlanta’s Film and Entertainment office and at the same time, His fine art has been featured at national landmarks, including the Time-Life Building in New York City, and the Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville, KY, which he loaned two original pieces for three years.

https://dlwarfield.com/

EDDIE FONTNO

BIO

A native of the Bronx, New York, is most inspired by the brilliance and uniqueness of excellence within the African American culture. The subjects of his work have all possessed a transformative greatness, which paved the way and changed the lives of many, providing a guiding light for the world around them. Fontno takes a subtle approach and focuses on that “light” to capture the detailed nuances through his usage of graphite and oil paint (black and white) that enhances the contrast between light and dark. Fontno’s never-ending quest to find truth and beauty in its most natural form is reflective in the choice of figures in his pieces; paying homage to those who have in some way shaped his view of the world and positively affected his evolution as an artist, father and man. Fontno attended the High School of Art & Design in New York, New York and Howard University in Washington, DC. His work has been displayed in the White House (Madam Vice President Kamala Harris’ private office) and the much-acclaimed October Gallery in Philadelphia, Pa. He has also been commissioned for portraits throughout the Northeast region. 

www.eddiefontno.com

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ROBERT KOOL BELL| LE KOOL CHAMPAGNE

BIO

For many years, Robert Kool Bell, Leader and Co-founder of Kool & The Gang, sought out Grand Cru Vineyards from owners that have been selling for generations and decided to work with Paul Berthelot a Multi-Vintage producer since 1884. Voila The Celebration Champagne was born! 

https://lekoolchampagne.com

EDDIE FONTNO

BIO

A native of the Bronx, New York, is most inspired by the brilliance and uniqueness of excellence within the African American culture. The subjects of his work have all possessed a transformative greatness, which paved the way and changed the lives of many, providing a guiding light for the world around them. Fontno takes a subtle approach and focuses on that “light” to capture the detailed nuances through his usage of graphite and oil paint (black and white) that enhances the contrast between light and dark. Fontno’s never-ending quest to find truth and beauty in its most natural form is reflective in the choice of figures in his pieces; paying homage to those who have in some way shaped his view of the world and positively affected his evolution as an artist, father and man. Fontno attended the High School of Art & Design in New York, New York and Howard University in Washington, DC. His work has been displayed in the White House (Madam Vice President Kamala Harris’ private office) and the much-acclaimed October Gallery in Philadelphia, Pa. He has also been commissioned for portraits throughout the Northeast region.

Website: www.eddiefontno.com