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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!

T-Quest Music Review: Nakiyah

on September 24, 2024 Artist Music Reviews Music Videos add comment

T-Quest Music Review: Nakiyah When you get a message from the Editor in Chief of the magazine you write for; you pay attention. He said he had an

Jahdyn Faith is Here To Tell Her ‘Tru Story’

on August 1, 2024 Artist Straight Official Magazine add comment

(Photo Cred: Voyage LA) A rising sensation in entertainment, Jahdyn Faith delivers powerful vocals over silky melodies and smooth rhythms. Her music blends soulful R&B

Straight Official Sit Downs: NYREISHA

on January 22, 2024 Artist Interviews add comment

NYREISHA is an emerging R&B artist who took the hot seat this week for another edition of Straight Official Sit Downs. With @klassikceo serving up

Straight Official Sit Downs: Demi Lowrell

on August 3, 2023 Artist Interviews add comment

Photo Cred: LA Wire DEMI LOWRELL stopped by our headquarters this week for this installment of Straight Official Sit Downs where we chop it up

2Smooth Brings the Heat on Felicia’s Madcap Podcast

on May 9, 2023 Artist Podcasts add comment

Get To Know 2Smooth

2SMOOTH is a native of Philadelphia, MS born March 21, 1992. Nicholas Willis, known as Nick to family and friends, is the youngest of seven siblings. His parents are Eddie and Gloria Willis. When Nick was 10, he was diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome. He likes to educate others and bring more attention to through his movement as an artist.

Despite his challenges, he graduated from Philadelphia High School on top of his class in 2010. Nick was voted “most likely to succeed” in a group called Mississippi Scholars. During high school he also played basketball and the snare drum in the varsity band. Nick was selected to be the Drum Captain.

Nick continued his education at East Central Community College. He would graduate in 2013 from Mississippi State University, and again in 2018 with a major in Business Management. He enjoys spending time with friends, but holds the responsibility as a father to his son and a fiancé to Destinee Karim.

Uncovering a Gift

Nick found his love for music singing as a kid in church. He began creating his own music at the age of 15. Aware of his talents, he began to perform in other places. His first performance was in Walnut Grove, MS at The Boutique where he first performed the song “Take A Picture”.

With a career as a professional singer, he has seen success on social media. Going viral on platforms like TikTok, Facebook, SnapChat, Slowrollsmooth, and Instagram. He has worked with artists like Dez Dynamic from the legendary “Sons of Funk” and Tonio Armani.

2Smooth created an album called Smooth Hotel which released in 2021. It featured mind-blowing singles like “Pay for It”, “Pushing Inside/My/My/My”, “In By 10”, “Like A Playa”, “Jam Tonight” and more.

2Smooth in Action

Taking the world by storm, in December 2022, 2Smooth opened a show called “Keith Sweat and Friends”. He was a special guest for SWV and Genuine. 2Smooth changed the way his fans view and listen to R&B music with his diverse style. Taking tunes he grew up on and placing a smooth twist of blues.

With his style of “Southern Soul” music, 2Smooth is open to working with other artists and with different music genres. 2Smooth is active in his community, hosting an annual basketball league for the youth in his hometown. He is a brother of “Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc”

For booking, you can text or call (470)-954-7760 or email booking2smooth@gmail.com.