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Straight Official Sit Downs: Mako Girls

on December 9, 2024 Artist Interviews Straight Official Sit Downs add comment

The MAKO Girls are a pop and R&B trio from Atlanta, Georgia, consisting of sisters Mimi, A-Ni, and Kena Ochoa, who are of West Indian descent. They officially began their music journey in 2013, inspired by acts like TLC and Mindless Behavior. Over the years, they’ve developed a strong reputation as performers, participating in more than 300 shows across the U.S. and internationally, including appearances in the Bahamas, London, and Jamaica.

Known for their energy, creativity, and drive, they also host an annual event called the MAKO Girls Carnival Glow Party, which showcases emerging artists. Their entrepreneurial spirit extends to partnerships with major brands such as Beats by Dre, Nike, and Sony Music. They have a significant online presence, with over 1.4 million TikTok followers.

The group’s recent releases include the EP Lvls To This and the singles “Ain’t Thinkin’ Bout You” and “Outside,” which dropped in August 2023. Their music emphasizes themes of confidence, empowerment, and fun. They’re currently focusing on expanding their reach through new music, live performances, and fan engagement.

They are currently pushing new music out and they are preparing for their 2025 year with so many major moves that will be taking place for the Mako Girls. In addition, they’re also preparing for their Annual Glow Party they will have in April of next year 2025. Stay tuned because these young ladies are on the move!

TAP IN WITH THE MAKO GIRLS

DJ Pynk Dyamond sat down to speak to the Mako Girls to find out what they have been doing this year. Pynk met the Mako Girls last year 2023 from TikTok and engaged in a conversation with management and they are her new favorite girl group. They also performed as headliners for the Virginia Fleet DJs first Music Conference and they have been linked since then.

Check out the full interview down below. Pynk has selected the hot single “Ain’t Thinking Bout You” and you can check out the music video down below! Let us know down in the comments what you think.

#GetSOM via @djpynkdyamond & click here for more emerging artists!

Straight Official Sit Downs: The Rebirth of Hip-Hop Vol. 2 | Legac’ Aire @Legac_Aire_LA

on November 17, 2024 Artist Interviews Straight Official Sit Downs TenthLetterMedia add comment

LEGAC' AIRE is one of several artists featured on The Rebirth of Hip-Hop Vol. 2 mixtape. In this edition of Straight Official Sit Downs we

Straight Official Sit Downs: Tona

on November 8, 2024 Artist Interviews Straight Official Sit Downs add comment

TONA sat down with our own DJ Pynk Dyamond of Straight Official Magazine affiliated with The World Wide Fleet DJs Coalition to discuss his new

Dead Silence Releases “Close To Me” Music Video

on October 23, 2024 Artist Music Videos TenthLetterMedia add comment

DEAD SILENCE is heating up dance floors and date nights with the release of the music video for "Close To Me." The single is from

Nichel MOLIAE Releases “ATLANTANS”

on October 18, 2024 Artist Music add comment

Nichel MOLIAE’s music journey is as unique as her sound. With a distinct fusion of hip-hop, acoustic and cinematic orchestra beats, her song "Atlantans" taps

Straight Official Sit Downs: Lizzen

on July 9, 2024 Artist Interviews add comment

LIZZEN is the next contestant taking the hot set for this edition of Straight Official Sit Downs. @klassikceo got the opportunity to chop it up with the up and coming artist. Check out their one-on-one down below and click here for more Straight Official Sit Downs.

Q&A WITH LIZZEN

What is your Name? Tell us where you are from and what first interested you in the entertainment industry?

My name is Lizzen. I’m from Akron, Ohio. In 2018 I released my first studio single and the community loved my sound and lyrics. That’s what made me start taking singing more seriously.

Who and/or what inspires you to create?

The world around me inspires me to create stories as well as music, friends, myself and social media.

How would you describe your sound?

I would describe my sound as unique and anointed, I don’t use auto tune, so my vocals are raw. What you hear is the real deal.

THE CREATIVE PROCESS

What is your creative process like?

Creating for me is all day process. I may stumble across something while scrolling social media or just out in the lawn.. at the grocery store, whatever I can turn into a story is what I do. I don’t have a process it’s naturally in me.

What artist(s) would you like to collaborate with?

At the moment I don’t have a specific artist. Honestly, I’m just glad my sound and music is finally getting heard around the world! I really stay in my own lane. I’m so focused on being a better artist day by day that I don’t really listen to other R&B artist I listen to a lot of gospel. Whoever is down to collaborate, let’s pop it!

Thank you guys for accepting me and my style. Always keep your dream alive NEVER let it die!!
Lizzen

LET’S SHIFT GEARS

What is the most talent/skill you have that most people don’t know about?

Honey, I can cook my tail off you hear me!! (laughs)

What would you be doing right now, if you weren’t doing music?

Running my food truck. I have a mean Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake that I’m known for around my city. I also make Birria tacos and driving a school bus.

Who are some artists/people you admire and why?

I absolutely love and admire my mama I mean she’s the definition of loyal and gone hold you down, period! I get my loyalty from her. If I mess with you, I mess with you the long way for real! My mom has been by my side through it all! She’s my best friend!!