Ricky Rikkardo

April 21, 2020 0 1 min read0

Ricky Rikkardo

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Q-Benjamin (@itsqbenjamin) is a Juno-award winning singer-songwriter and rapper based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. With a joyful heart, she participated in our video Q&A series, “Da Hot Spot.” As dazzling as ever, Q’s personality and intellect are on full display as she discussed her standout single, “Come Thru,” which details her desire to spend time with her significant other. Without holding anything back, Q revealed her proudest moment, how she got into music, and something about her that the world doesn’t know. “Come Thru” and discover the glamorous world of Q-Benjamin, one of our favorite artists on the rise. Q-Benjamin is of mixed South Asian and Jamaican descent. At the age of 18, she signed to a major Canadian label, and ever since then, she has taken the independent route. So far, she has established collaborations with brands such as MTV Canada and international efforts with Axe Deodorant directed by the highly sought after Colin Tilley. #qbenjamin #tropical #reggae #afrobeats #dancehall #carribeanmusic #qna #qnaseries #bongmines #bongminesentertainment
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Nia Chennai @Nia Chennai is a rising star from South London, England. Not too long ago, she visited “Da Hot Spot” to talk about her heartfelt neo-soul single, “Wasting Time,” a wonderful song for anyone who is tired of wasting time in a toxic relationship. Nia also revealed a little bit about herself, talked about her musical influences, how she got into music, and her proudest and most memorable musical moment. Later, Nia offered a good advice to up-and-coming artists and revealed the best advice she got from someone close to her. Lastly, the cherry on top, she revealed something about her that the world doesn’t know. “When I wrote ‘Wasting Time,’ understanding the idea of what love really is was heavily on my mind,” Nia stated. “While on that journey, it made me realize that I can’t waste my time on someone displaying ‘love’ with words. I’ve been there, I’ve done that and threw the T-shirt in the bin! If the actions aren’t matching, then I don’t want it!” “Wasting Time” delves deep into the struggles of toxic relationships and explores themes of overthinking and self-doubt. The song is also a tasty appetizer to what listeners can expect to hear on Nia Chennai’s upcoming EP, “Diary Is A Waste Of Paper,” set to drop later this year. Nia Chennai began her music career by posting covers of her musical influences on her social media platforms while drawing inspiration from her personal experiences and the world around her. A few of her music inspirations and influences include Amy Winehouse and Lauryn Hill to Brandy and Erykah Badu. Nia has been praised for her raw and relatable song themes, exploring topics such as love, heartbreak, and self-discovery. As Nia continues to grow, she hopes to inspire others with her music and connect with people from all walks of life. Whether performing live or in the studio, Nia’s passion and dedication to her craft are evident in every note. Keep an eye out for this rising star. #niachennai #neosoul Video 5 of 9 #wastingtime 🎵#dahotspot #toxicrelationships #toxicrelationship #loveisalosinggame
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Hailey Benedict is a rising Country star from St. Albert, Alberta, Canada. Not too long ago, she visited “Da Hot Spot” to talk about her captivating Country single, “Damn You July,” released via Sakamoto Music/Warner Music Canada. Hailey Benedict explained, “It’s been almost two years since my last single, and I have grown so much in that time, both in my career and personal life. I feel that ‘Damn You July’ is a song that reflects that growth. I have also been inspired by some ’90s Country lately, so I enjoyed exploring and bringing some of those classic sonic elements into this song. It’s unlike anything I’ve released before, and although that can be a bit daunting, it makes me even more excited to showcase this new era of my music.” Through her soul-stirring performance and moving lyrics, Hailey Benedict paints a vivid picture of a bittersweet summer, marked by love and loss. She beautifully captures the lingering pain and longing associated with a lost love, as listeners share in her heartfelt journey. Benedict’s exceptional talent shines through as she contemplates the future, grappling with the haunting presence and inevitable return of July and its memories. Furthermore, “Damn You July” showcases a new depth and level of Benedict’s artistry and songwriting. In April, Hailey Benedict was selected as one of the eight semi-finalists in this year’s SiriusXM Top of the Country competition and was invited to record a song at The Warehouse Studio in Vancouver. Last year, Benedict won her first CCMA Award in the Interactive Artist of the Year category and was nominated in the Rising Star category. She is a 7-time Country Music Alberta Award winner and co-hosted the show this year. #HaileyBenedict #Countrymusic #qna #qnaseries #bongmines #bongminesentertainment #contemporarycountry #dahotspot #dahotspotfornewmusic #damnyoujuly #newreels
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Gabby B is a Miami, Florida-based singer-songwriter, viral creator, and performer, from Goiania, Brazil. Not too long ago, she visited “Da Hot Spot” to talk about her new rhythmic afrobeats single, “Fire,” released via Muy Bueno. During the interview, @Gabby B talked a little bit about herself, her musical influences, and what she loves the most about being a music artist. ‘Fire’ is based on a sense of confidence. It leans into the perception of Gabby B as a larger-than-life figure, as well as her mindset of internal strength, showing no signs of standing down. It was ultimately inspired by Gabby’s passion for success as well as her unwillingness to change who she is for anybody else. Gabby sings with a fiery passion, “You’re so obsessed with all her curves, you can’t get enough of her.” And we can’t get enough of Gabby. “Fire” will be featured on Gabby B’s upcoming EP, which will include other upbeat, motivational, and catchy pop songs. So far, Gabby B has accumulated over 5 million followers. She was born an only child to a mother (a Brazilian performer) and a father (a professional martial arts master). Gabby was instantly synchronized with two worlds that would eventually shape-shift her passion for entertainment. Due to her time spent living in many different countries, Gabby B is fluent in three different languages and sings in four (English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish). Gabby has accumulated many musical accolades in her short career. Her single “Pose” charted in the top 5 on iTunes pop charts and #15 overall in South Africa in 2021. In 2022, her single “Dance All Night” charted #75 on the iTunes pop chart in Hong Kong. We recommend adding Gabby B’s “Fire” single to your favorite afrobeats or reggaeton playlist. Also, let us know how you feel in the comment section below. Mel Blanc’s famous catchphrase, That’s All Folks! Thanks for reading another great article on Bong Mines Entertainment – the hot spot for new music and entertainment news. #gabbyb #qna #Afrobeats #reggaeton #tropicalrnb #qnaseries #bongmines #bongminesentertainment #brazilian
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Elle Baez is a trailblazing Latina singer-songwriter. Not too long ago, she visited “Da Hot Spot” to talk about her new and soulful pop ballad, titled, “Player’s Fool (Who Am I?)” During the interview, Elle talked a little bit about herself, how she got into music, and revealed something about her that the world doesn’t know. “After experiencing so many players, I never thought real love could exist. Now I feel like an angel in the clouds, but I can’t help but second guess it all too. It feels unreal after having had my guard up for so long. ‘Player’s Fool’ is me exploring that feeling and is my absolute favorite song to sing because it allows my voice to have its true freedom.” – Elle Baez explained ‘Player’s Fool (Who Am I?)’ tells a heartfelt tale about a young woman who finds herself falling deeply in love for the first time in her life. Now, she’s questioning all the new feelings that come along with being in love. Also, she’s cautious, due to the unfamiliar territory that she finds herself in. Later, she tells her significant other, “Better not string me along, feelin’ better on my own. But when you’re gone, I keep cravin’ you. Is it just a passing phase?” Real, authentic, and relatable, Elle Baez is a representation of womxn that have all been craving to see themselves in the spotlight. She empowers and inspires others through her captivating hooks, versatile writing style, and motto of self-love she also spreads with her viral TikToks (54K followers). Her ethos is simple: be you, be sexy, and above all, be confident. Elle mixes her advocacy and storytelling with rich soundscapes that use elements of pop, Latin, R&B, jazz, and funk to create a sound that is uniquely her own. #ellebaez #contemporaryrnb #rnb #qna #qnaseries #instareels #bongminesentertainment #latina
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Ricky Rikkardo

Ricky Rikkardo and #GS9 Dboy Lo release a music video for their “War With Us” single