Every artist on the TEC roster is handpicked. No open enrollment. No filler. Only artists with identity, vision, and the drive to build something lasting.
From Tampa, Florida — now based in Raleigh, North Carolina — Shane Mychal is an emerging artist known for blending authenticity, emotion, and creativity into every piece of his work. His style pulls from real life experiences, personal growth, and the culture that surrounds him.
His sound reflects both confidence and vulnerability — allowing listeners to hear not just the music, but the story behind it. Refusing to be confined to a single genre, he approaches the craft with originality and purpose. His music explores themes of ambition, identity, and perseverance, whether through energetic tracks or more reflective selections. With a distinct voice that continues to evolve with every release, Shane Mychal is pushing creative boundaries while staying true to his artistic vision — and he is quickly becoming an artist to watch.
Of Panamanian heritage and out of Volusia County, Florida — SUMO BANGAA is a hip-hop artist whose accolades include a Fusion Award Hip-Hop Artist of the Year nomination and a collaboration with Grammy-nominated Latin group Los Rakas.
His music is full of his heritage, tracing back to roots in the dancehall genre. SUMO BANGAA is a direct representation of music blending with culture and energy — and that fusion has made him a proven force in the industry. Every track carries the weight of his background and the power of an artist who knows exactly who he is.
From Deland, now representing Deltona, Florida — Kezzy Wicks is an artist whose music is shaped by real life, resilience, and self-expression. Raised by his grandmother and influenced by church choir and school music programs, Kezzy found his purpose in music after surviving a life-changing liver transplant at just 16 years old.
His sound reflects growth, emotion, and honesty — connecting deeply with listeners who relate to his journey. Preparing to release new music built on his personal story and artistic identity, Kezzy's upcoming releases blend emotion, street perspective, and melodic expression. His next phase is focused on consistency, storytelling, and building a stronger connection with every listener who needs to hear it.
Born and raised in Brooklyn, Hidden Julez is an emerging force in hip-hop and R&B whose music is driven by resilience, authenticity, and raw storytelling. Known for blending melodic vocals with sharp lyricism, she represents the spirit of New York — gritty, passionate, and unapologetically real.
From an early age, music became Hidden Julez's sanctuary. What began as a childhood love for melodies and rhythms developed into a powerful artistic expression — and despite a naturally shy personality, she found her voice through the craft. Her sound spans hip-hop, R&B, EDM, and dancehall, with a creative process rooted in emotion that allows her to craft records that move both the body and the soul. Her musical journey has placed her on stages alongside legends including KRS-One and Flavor Flav, and she draws deep inspiration from the storytelling of the Notorious B.I.G. Most recently, she was featured on "Stepping Out" from the Legacy album by acclaimed R&B artist Syleena Johnson — a testament to her dedication and undeniable talent. Hidden Julez isn't just making music. She's telling a story that refuses to stay hidden.
From Birmingham, Alabama — raised in Alabaster — LilBamaDaTruth is a rapper, dancer, and producer who started rapping at just eight years old. He began taking his craft seriously around 2023, and over the past year and a half has stepped into producing and engineering his own sound.
After moving to Orlando, Florida and attending Full Sail University, Lil Bama Da Truth truly began to find himself. During that time he connected with A&Rs and other artists who helped guide him further on his musical journey. He draws inspiration from his biggest critic and supporter — his father — and continues to pursue greatness every time he steps on the mic.
Born in Germany, raised in Florida — AK is a 32-year-old trap artist bringing a raw and authentic voice to the streets. With family roots in India, his background blends different cultures and life experiences that shape his sound and perspective.
After spending most of his life in Florida, he also lived in England for around five years, where he built connections in the music industry and collaborated with artists there — expanding his reach and sharpening his craft. His music reflects the real grind: hustle, loyalty, struggle, and ambition, delivered over hard-hitting trap beats with sharp storytelling. With a heavy Southern influence and an international background, AK is carving his own lane — bringing real energy and authenticity to every track.
A 23-year-old artist from Sanford, Florida — Moe Soulja has been doing music since her early youth, with roots firmly planted in hip-hop and Southern influence. Her music is a direct reflection of her lifestyle and lived experiences, delivered with raw honesty and conviction.
Moe Soulja pursues music in the most real and authentic way she knows how — and that authenticity is exactly what has built her fan base. Every record she creates is an extension of who she is, giving listeners an unfiltered look into her world and making her one of the most genuine voices coming out of Central Florida.
Professionally known as Swerve — Rico$wervo is an emerging recording engineer and artist originally from Brentwood, Long Island, New York. With a deep passion for sound and creativity, he began recording and making music a few years ago, quickly developing his own style both behind the boards and in the booth.
Now based in Florida, Swerve continues to refine his craft — merging technical skill with artistic vision to create something entirely his own. His journey officially takes shape with the debut release of his first track "Moon," marking the beginning of his path in the music industry and setting the tone for everything to come.
Originally from Newark, New Jersey — now based in Orlando, Florida — DaThvGod is a versatile recording artist known for refusing to be boxed into a single genre. He approaches music as a form of expression rather than limitation, blending different sounds, flows, and styles to match the message behind each record.
Drawing heavy inspiration from past experiences and the realities of life, his music reflects real emotion, personal growth, and the journey of turning struggle into motivation. Whether delivering introspective lyrics, melodic vibes, or high-energy tracks — DaThvGod creates music that connects through authenticity. Every record is a window into where he's been and a blueprint for where he's going.
From Orlando, Florida — Kiddo Speaks is an artist whose music is rooted in storytelling, growth, and real life experiences. Inspired by the introspection of J. Cole, the grit of Dave East, and the depth of Kendrick Lamar, he creates music that speaks directly to people navigating adversity while striving for more.
His sound blends honest lyrics with purpose — not just to be heard, but to make listeners feel understood and motivated. Both through his writing and his performances, Kiddo Speaks represents the everyday person chasing something bigger than their circumstances. He's not just building a catalog — he's building a message: stay grounded, work relentlessly, and turn your story into something meaningful.
Born and raised in Daytona Beach, Florida — NoTalkk is a 24-year-old artist who creates music as a therapeutic release, turning personal pain into powerful expression. Her first performance was in her hometown, where she took the stage and won an EP — a moment that announced her presence and set the tone for everything that followed.
NoTalkk has earned her place in the industry through raw talent and undeniable authenticity — earning features alongside artists like Boosie Bad Azz and fellow TEC artist Kezzy Wicks. Her music speaks directly to her audience through realism: stories of enduring pain, pushing through adversity, and ultimately becoming triumphant. She doesn't just create music. She moves people.
YBH Loverboy is an emerging artist known for blending raw emotion with melodic storytelling. His sound captures themes of love, heartbreak, and real-life experiences — creating music that connects deeply with listeners on a personal level.
With a growing presence and a style entirely his own, YBH Loverboy continues to carve his lane as one of the next generation's most distinctive voices. Every record is a reflection of real life — honest, felt, and impossible to ignore.
Raleigh, North Carolina — Scotty Roshé is an alternative rap artist, dancer, and choreographer creating raw, emotionally charged music that defies genre boundaries. Her sound fuses hip-hop with rock-fueled energy, and her stage presence is as commanding as her records — turning every performance into something deeply felt and impossible to ignore.
From a quiet child who struggled to find her voice to an artist who commands every room she steps into, Scotty Roshé is no longer suppressing her feelings — she's channeling them into fearless self-expression. Through powerful movement and genre-defying sound, she creates a world where feeling and motion collide. Drawing inspiration from everything around her, her purpose is bigger than music — she's inspiring others to break free, embrace who they are, and live unapologetically.
Originally from Belle Glade, Florida and now based in Pasco County — KingMillz is an upcoming artist whose music is a direct representation of who he is and where he is in any given moment. Every song he creates comes from a feeling he was experiencing in real time, and that raw honesty is what separates him from the rest.
Inspired while incarcerated, writing music became his escape — a way to process struggle, pain, and life. He realized he could play a record in a room full of people and make every one of them feel something. That's how he connects with his audience: not through fabrication, but through lived experience. KingMillz doesn't create for the sake of creating — he creates because he has something real to say, and he's only scratching the surface of what's to come.
Patterson, New Jersey — Money Wah is a fast-emerging artist whose artistry consists of catchy hooks and compelling lyrics that hit different. At just 19 years old, his sound carries a maturity that grasps listeners of all ages — motivating his audience while staying versatile and entirely original.
Born and raised in Patterson, Money Wah is proof that real talent doesn't wait for permission. His music connects because it comes from a real place — every bar is intentional, every hook is memorable, and every track proves he's just getting started. With a sound that's both polished and raw, Money Wah is an artist to be on the lookout for.
Southwest Houston, Texas — 1FaroNGB is the kind of artist you can't manufacture. No blueprint, no trend to copy, no formula to follow. Born and built in Southwest Houston, he carries the weight of Alief, Beechnut, Fondren, Hillcroft, and the long stretch of 59. His sound didn't come from trying to fit in — it came from surviving.
Before there was a name, before there was a track, there was a kid growing up with nothing guaranteed — no steady meals, no safety at home. That wasn't just a phase. It was his environment, and every bit of it comes out in his artistry. 1FaroNGB doesn't make music to follow trends — he makes music because it's the most honest thing he's ever done. Raw, unfiltered, and rooted in a story that demands to be heard.
Tampa, Florida — NSGM.J4 is a 20-year-old artist making music that speaks directly to the struggles he's lived through. His sound is built on real-life circumstances — the grind of trying to make it, the weight of supporting his family, and the relentless drive to turn nothing into something.
Every track NSGM.J4 creates is motivated by the people around him and the life he's fighting to build. His influences don't come from what's trending — they come directly from his own experiences, and that authenticity is what makes his music connect. He's not just rapping about making a living — he's documenting the journey in real time, giving his listeners something they can feel and relate to.
Tampa, Florida — TheyKnowA.B. is a rising hip-hop artist known for blending melodic flows with raw, personal storytelling. He developed a passion for music through rhyming, eventually turning his life experiences into authentic and relatable records that connect on a real level.
Drawing inspiration from artists like Fetty Wap, Lil Wayne, and Rod Wave, TheyKnowA.B. crafts music that reflects both struggle and ambition — connecting with listeners through emotion-driven lyrics and modern trap-influenced production. His sound is rooted in real-life experience and a relentless drive to elevate his family and his future. He continues to build momentum as an emerging voice in contemporary hip-hop.
New Orleans, Louisiana — Mac NL is a 19-year-old hip-hop artist drawing on the deep musical roots of his city. Pairing hard-hitting beats with sharp melodic delivery, he's earned over 400,000 streams across digital platforms and has been performing live since age 15 — when he took his first stage at OutKast Studios.
Since then, Mac NL has performed at NOLA FunkFest and iconic venues including Tipitina's, Kermit Ruffins' Mother In Law Lounge, GASA GASA, and the Howlin' Wolf. His music champions perseverance, unity, and grit — messages that connect far beyond his hometown. Through his lyrics, Mac NL celebrates the culture of New Orleans while pushing its sound forward, carving out a voice that is distinctly his own.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — Ka-Vona "KV" Whitehead is a rapper and songwriter known for her raw storytelling and resilient journey. Formerly known as "K-Dubb," she rebranded into KV — stepping fully into her identity and artistry with a sound that demands attention.
With deep musical roots — including being the niece of legendary songwriter John Whitehead — music runs in her blood. KV blends real-life experience with lyrical precision, carving out her own lane in hip-hop. Every bar carries the weight of where she's been and the vision of where she's going. She's not following a path — she's building one.
Jubei Hymes, aka Mr. R&P, is an emerging artist known for his smooth, slick sound mixed with witty punchlines and an abstract approach to music. He's bringing back good quality music with substance — crafted with a style that's been in the making since he first started creating.
From an early age, he's been around music and has always created bangers effortlessly. By blending trap and R&B into his sound, Jubei gives everyone something to relate to — building a broad and loyal fanbase in the process. His music isn't just catchy — it's intentional, layered, and built to last.
Atlanta, Georgia — JVZYK (Jazzy Kay) is an Atlanta-based artist whose sound sits between dreamy R&B and bold pop. Her music captures raw emotion, intimate storytelling, and the energy of a woman fully locked into her craft.
After 15 years of creating, JVZYK is stepping into a new era — confident, polished, and impossible to ignore. Every record she touches carries the weight of experience and the clarity of an artist who finally knows exactly who she is and what she's here to do.
TEC is selective by design. As we grow, every artist added to this roster will be purposeful — chosen for their identity, vision, and long-term potential.
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