AAPI Heritage Month 2024 – Curated by Ervin

JohnnyDarling is a producer/songwriter duo based in Los Angeles, California. This über creative partnership between Cedric Ivory and Ian Rivera infuses varying genres of music while staying true to their R&B and electronic roots. JohnnyDarling finds their foundation in the "old school" while remaining fresh and modern with new school sounds. Cedric’s lively and upbeat productions vibes aim to keep people on their feet and feeling awesome when intertwined with Ian’s smooth and soulful vocals. When it comes to creating their music, they appreciate simplicity and let things go with the flow. Which is why JohnnyDarling doesn’t have a specific meaning. When you listen to JohnnyDarling, you can relate to what is being said and enjoy the craft.

Create.Digital Music / Virgin Music recording artists, DOTWAV, are a collective artistry group that consist of some of highest regarded creatives and artists out of Las Vegas and Hawaii consisting of AAPI producers, singers, rappers, videographers, fashion designers, and more. Collectively as individuals, they have worked with such musical artists such as !llmind, Propaganda, Ruby Ibarra, Sir Michael Rocks, Twisted Insane and more. They have also shared the stages and performed collectively and individually with the likes of Tech N9ne, Wu-Tang Clan, Living Legends, Conway The Machine, and were the first AAPI hip hop group to perform at Rhymefest at LA Coliseum. The DOTWAV crew consists of Creed Chameleon, Bxmbz, KennFrancis, Paradigm, and Jojo Flow.

Mikey Vee, a filipino-american hip hop artist from the bay area, is getting attention for his unique flow, clever wordplay, and versatility, making records ranging from lyrically conscious raps to heavy bangers to upbeat pop songs. Look out fir his debut album dropping in August!! 
 Can't heal what you don't reveal/ Won't feel if it isn't real 
 IG: @mikeyveemusic 
 Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@mikeyveemusic

RONNIE BOY KIDS puts a fresh spin on children’s music spanning multiple genres & creating what both children & adults can enjoy together! Check his YouTube @RonnieBoyKids! Ron Nery Jr (aka 'RONNIE BOY') is a Filipino-American artist from Southern California. Since childhood, he's always had a knack for being the life of family parties where he'd play the piano, dance, and karaoke (in true Filipino fashion🇵🇭). Following the success of his debut album It's Me, Ronnie Boy! in 2022, BIG Kid Now, produced by Marc Lawrence, Nate Evans, and Jujuan Gailey, known for their contributions to 'Baywatch' and Disney's Noelle, offers a mix of playful tracks like Burger and Ishkabibble alongside a more mature sound. It dives into important themes such as bullying, shyness, and special education (IEP’s), demonstrating Ronnie Boy's musical growth. A unique Asian-American figure in children's music, Ronnie Boy strives to inspire and positively impact people of color in his community. He actively volunteers at the local library, reading to children, and participates in the city's Adaptive Program, offering recreational activities for teens and adults with developmental disabilities.