YAC-YAN DA BIZNESSMAN
dc, Washington DC, United States | Established. Jan 01, 2006 | SELF
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Washington DC-bred, Atlanta-based rapper Yac-Yan Da Biznessman presents the Fray Wall-directed video for “Bonus”, the FaceCap1-produced single from his new mixtape Good Bizness Vol. 1, set to feature guest appearances from Marlon Asher as well as production from SwiftBeats and TwanBeatMaker. Yac-Yan graduated cum laude from the University of the District of Columbia with two degrees, while completing his first independent album Last But Not Least. He was voted as a finalist in several music contests including “How Down Is Your Sound” hosted by Ryan Cameron of Atlanta’s V103 and the Epic Records “Chevy Song Search”. He has worked with Universal/The Inc. recording artist The Thunderkatz and Pologrounds R&B sensation Boxie. Music Connection magazine named Yac-Yan as one of the top 25 demo’s submitted for the year. He has performed at the Texas Urban Music Summit, ATL Record Pool (watch), and his performance at the Riding Dirty Car Show was aired nationwide on the speed channel courtesy of Unique Whips (watch). Yac-Yan’s 2009 single “Fast Lane” (watch) earned him radio airplay in over 20 US cities and charted top 10 on the Indie radio charts. ABC’s sitcom Don’t Trust the B—- in Apt. 23 used the song for two episodes and Verizon Wireless used Yac-Yan’s song “Let’s Get It” for its Fan Zone Contest. “Bonus is one of those records that wrote itself,” says Yac-Yan. ” I actually had the hook in my head for a few years. While working on the mixtape I got a beat that matched the hook perfectly. I felt like the hook was catchy and the song had a good energy to it so I made it the first single of the mixtape. It’s just a fun song about kicking it with your homeboys and homegirls.” - www.brainofbmw.com
What is Hip-Hop
? Hip-Hop is the soundtrack to my life, actually hip-hop is my life. It started as sub-culture that no one took serious but the inner city youth. Now its the most powerful music globally. Hip-Hop is not just music but an entire culture; dance, art, fashion, lingo,style. Hip-Hop is everything! Hip-Hop culture is the driving force of the world. The world and my life has never been the same since the creation of hip-hop! To put it simply hip-hop is modern day life. - Yac-Yan - What Is Hip Hop.com
Who says you have to be in Hollywood do you get your music placed in TV or film? Atlanta hip hop artist, Yac-Yan Da Biznessman’s song “Good, Good” got placed in ABC’s hit sitcom Don’t Trust the B in Apt. 23″‘ (ep. 106 “It’s Just Sex), AND the song was placed by local music licensing company, Affix Music. One of the core beliefs at Affix is that TV placements can be a core component to the success of Urban Music makers – within just days of the “Good Good” placement, we have seen this belief proven true once again. New fans sparked a social media wave (including this fan-created youtube video: http://bit.ly/yacvid) that boosted the artist’s online presence significantly.
The best part about all of this, is that Simon Horrocks, one of the head honchos of the Georgia Music Partners, met Music Supervisor, Andrea von Foerster, here in Atlanta last May at a NARIP event entitled “How to Get Your Music Placed in TV & Film.”
Looks like Atlanta is starting to become a power player in the placement business!
- See more at: http://www.atlantamusicguide.com/2012/05/30/atlanta-artist-gets-placed-in-tv-show-dont-trust-the-b-in-apt-23-by-atlanta-placement-company/#sthash.aeGGVs55.dpuf - Atlanta Music Guide
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Still working on that hot first release.
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Yac-Yan Da Biznessman a.k.a. Yancey Warren McWeay was born and raised in Washington DC. Though accustomed to the street life at a young age, education and music were always in the forefront of his life. His diverse experiences helped mold him into the self- sufficient Biznessman we know today. Before pursuing a solo career, he was a member of the group Alius. Yac-Yan graduated Cum Laude from the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) with two degrees, while simultaneously completing his first independent album Last But Not Least. After reaching his zenith in the DC area, Yac-Yan moved to Atlanta where he has lived and succeeded for the last few years. Upon relocating, he intensified his work ethic, and quickly established a name for himself by performing at numerous events. Being an artist from the North and receiving accolades from the South's most respected power players, during the climax of Atlanta's music movement, alludes to the caliber of talent he possesses.
His music is a reflection of his encounters with people and situations. "I don't' follow trends, my music comes from the heart. When I make music it's an organic process." Yac-Yan has a gift for melody, infectious hooks and crafty lyrics. He has worked and collaborated with multi-platinum producers, songwriters and major label artist. His songs have appeared on numerous mix-tapes throughout the South and abroad. Print media has found great interest in Yac-Yan, his previous magazine features include: Street Report, SIR Magazine, FuSHion, HooD and Niche. Yac-Yan was one of the top 25 independent artist of the year according to Music Connection magazine.
Yac-Yan has shared the stage with some of hip-hop's most notable artists during major music conferences including the Texas Urban Muisc Summit, ATL Record Pool, and Riding Dirty Car Show. His performance at Riding Dirty Car Show was aired nationwide on the speed channel courtesy of Unique Whips. In 2009 Yac-Yan Da Biznessman's single "Fast Lane" earned him radio airplay in over 20 US cities and charted top 10 on the Indie radio charts. The following year he released "Be Fly" via iTunes. His persistence and diligence earned him TV and international success with the release of Good Good in 2012. ABC's sitcom Don't Trust the B—- in Apt. 23 used the song for two episodes and Verizon Wireless used Yac-Yan's song "Let's Get It" for its Fan Zone Contest. His music has since been placed in several movies, reality and scripted tv shows on major networks. With plans to release a new studio album, Yac-Yan will also extend his brand into the film and production arenas. As an established artist, he will also soon share his expertise with emerging talent that will be cultivated under his label.
In addition to music Yac-Yan has a real estate investment company, a clothing line and minority interest in other business entities. "Music is my passion but success is my obligation and daily goal". Yac-Yan is much more than an artist, he's an entrepreneur, businessman, and visionary.
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