Raheem DeVaughn and Wes Felton. Photo Credit: Syreta J. Oglesby of SJO Public Relations

 BMG US is proud to announce the reunion of The CrossRhodes, the activist hip-hop/r&b group featuring three-time Grammy Nominated Recording Artist, Raheem DeVaughn, and his longtime collaborator, Wes Felton. The group is set to release their new album Footprints On The Moon on September 22, 2017.

Back in 2004, the group helped usher in a socio-political revolution with songs such as “Dreamin” and “I Woke Up” from their self-titled debut ‘The CrossRhodes‘. The duo blends the gifts of soulful crooner Raheem Devaughn with the multifaceted wordsmith and actor Wes Felton. In the 12 years following their hiatus, The CrossRhodes has achieved individual success in arts and music. Raheem has cultivated an image as the “Love King” and become of one of music’s most respected artists, earning two BET Awards and three Grammy Nominations. Wes would continue his ascent as a notable actor and a wordsmith collaborating with notable artists such as Eric Roberson, Sy Smith, and Prince Paul.

The current climate of political and social unrest has invigorated the artistic prowess of DeVaughnand Felton. Empowered by the burgeoning passion fueled in support of leaders within the Black Lives Matter and Immigration Reform movements, The CrossRhodes reunited to break their silence and reactivate the masses.

Raheem DeVaughn and Wes Felton’s The Crossrhodes.
Photo Credit: Syreta J. Oglesby of SJO Public Relations

Music has always been interwoven within social and political movements. Footprints On The Moonis providing the soundtrack for the movement towards social progress. Listeners can expect special appearances and production from notable artists and producers such as Scarface, Talib Kweli, 9th Wonder, Rapsody, Chaz French, Phil Ade, The Colleagues, The Fr3shmen, and many more.

“With the current state of political uncertainty, creatives have a responsibility to be the voice and reflection of the people,”  says Devaughn.

“Music with a message is a much needed and welcomed disruption. Footprints On The Moon plans to inspire and incite positive and catalytic change.”

“We come from a rich legacy of black artists who created music to wake the consciousness of the masses, said Felton.

“Music is supposed to inspire. We do not promote escapism or a fantasy. We have created reality music. Footprints On The Moon will expose racial and social injustices, economic disparities, and issues that affect real people. It is our hope that the people will support artists and movements that reflect the changes needed for our communities.” 

Fans can connect with The CrossRhodes via www.thecrossrhodesmusic.com.

Check them out on social media as well: Instagram: @crossrhodes368 and Twitter: @crossrhodes368.

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Singing sensation V Bozeman (Mosley Music Group) has been traveling city to city creating a soulful escape for crowds across the nation, alongside R&B greats Raheem DeVaughn and Leela James on “The Love ‘N Soul Experience” Tour. From the iconic Apollo Theater in New York City to Club Nokia in L.A. on the West Coast, V captivated thousands of new fans performing her hit single “What Is Love” which debuted on FOX’s hit show Empire.

Last week V had a surprise guest appearance made by her friend and fellow R&B sensation Timothy Bloom as they performed their sexy hit record “Til The End of Time” which has garnered over 2.5 million views.

“This is my first national tour and I’m having the time of my life!” says V Bozeman. Check out these images of her performing at a few of the hot spots across the country.

Photo by Maxwell Benson

Photo by Maxwell Benson

Photo by Maxwell Benson

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Gearing up for the August 28th release of her project The Idea of Beautiful on 9th Wonder’s Jamla Records, Rapsody gathers Radio Raheem and Ab Soul for a soulful boom-bap cut. The Brooklyn-bred member of Kooley High is one of our favorite emcees to watch, female or not.

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