The 100 Pod

Micah Powell

Raised in Rialto, California, MICAH POWELL epitomizes aspiration, hard work, and persistence that over six years of relentless songwriting has landed him album placements for world renowned music artists including Drake’s single “July” featuring Jhene Aiko and “Next Breath” on R&B artist Tank’s This is How I Feel album. Micah has penned hit singles “Go Away” on Multi Platinum, Grammy Award winning artist, Chris Brown’s Graffiti album and “Talk That Shit” on Brown’s In My Zone 2 mix-tape. Micah wrote Jordan Knight’s single “Stingy” and Miranda Brooke’s single “Hater.” In 2011, Micah signed with Noiz Media Group for management and secured a worldwide publishing deal with Universal Music Publishing Group. Participating in other notable collaborations with artists including Jamie Foxx, Paul Oakenfold, Ron Isley, Pitbull, Ray J, Bei Major, Pleasure P, Marques Houston, Micah has already begun to develop a prominent name in the entertainment industry. Micah has writing credits on Omarion's "Post To Be" featuring Chris Brown and Jhené Aiko, and Sevyn Streeter's "It Won't Stop." Also entering into the vast musical world of production, Micah most recently established producer credits with a feature from Omarion on the single “Between Sheets” from his highly anticipated mix-tape "August Rush". Through Micah’s creative innovation and consistent ingenuity, it is likely to anticipate chart-topping record productions from this new ground breaking song writer/producer, leaving a legacy of revolutionary sounds.

Blush

As an artist, songwriter, and activist, Bianca “Blush” Atterberry is profoundly passionate. In both music and method, The Emmy Award-Winner penetrates the surface. Recognized for her work on projects with diverse artists across genres and generations that include Demi Lovato, Meghan Trainor, Chris Brown, Kelly Rowland, Rick Ross, Elijah Blake, Macy Gray, and Angie Stone, among others. Accustomed to moving around at an early age, Blush circulated between Mississippi, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, where she attended the Pittsburgh High School for Creative and Performing Arts. Post-graduation, Blush lent her talents to Emmy Award-winning soundtrack, Fly Boy Fly: A Tuskegee AirmenDocumentary. Shortly after relocating to Atlanta, Georgia, she laid down the groundwork for future relationships with fellow artists, music publishers, and various labels. It was then that the songstress began writing for artists in international markets. She was honored by Koreaboo.com as one of the top ten Black Women Killing It In The K-Pop Songwriting Game Right Now, recognizing her work with Korean Pop artists like EXO, NCT 127, and Taeyeon. However, the primary source of Blush’s inspiration is her son, Niko. He is a steady reminder that even when the odds are against us, we can still be triumphant! At the young age of two and a half, the ten-year-old was diagnosed with Autism. A developmental disorder that affects 1 in 59 children. Blush proudly advocates to educate and spread a fundamental understanding of the autistic spectrum. Quoted saying, “The more we educate ourselves about autism, the more we can begin to accept and understand those who are different from us.” Blush is presently developing an animated series to raise awareness about Autism for younger generations. As a black American amidst a socio-economical uprising, Blush is heavily invested in using her platform and talents to educate and honestly amplify the black experience. Blush is firm in her convictions, from art to injustice. She presently stands with fellow creators in advocating for songwriting to be paid fairly, among other initiatives. Blush is currently based in Los Angeles, where she continues to write for top tier talent while navigating her career, activist work, and motherhood.

Who's Going To Protect Hip-hop?

"In a judicial opinion filed last month [https://www.courts.state.md.us/data/opinions/coa/2020/75a19.pdf], The State of Maryland’s highest court ruled that rap lyrics may be admitted in court as evidence of a defendant’s guilt. This blatantly racist decision is a travesty that sets a dangerous precedent." -Dina Lapolt CHECK THIS OUT https://variety.com/2021/music/opinion/rap-lyrics-admissible-evidence-dangerous-precedent-1234878315/

Kaydence

Kimberly "Kaydence" Krysiuk is an American songwriter based in Los Angeles, California, United States, formerly of Queens, New York. She has written hit songs for Beyoncé, Ariana Grande, Alina Baraz, Daniel Caesar, H.E.R, Brandy, and more.   Kaydence's works have been nominated for several awards. At the 62nd Grammy Awards her works were nominated for Record of the Year (Ariana Grande - "7 Rings"), Album of the Year (Ariana Grande - Thank U, Next and H.E.R - I Used to Know Her), and Best R&B Performance (Daniel Caesar feat. Brandy - "Love Again").   At the 2020 BMI Pop Awards, she was recognized for Songwriter of the Most-Performed Songs of the Year ("7 Rings", "Thank U, Next").

Source

Shawn “Source” Jarrett is a 3x Grammy Nominated, Multi-Platinum RIAA Certified Audio Engineer and Music Producer. His discography includes artist from Megan Thee Stallion and Young Thug to Calvin Harris, Austin Mahone, French Montana, Derrick Milano, Cassie, Atlantic Starr, Hitmaka, Ciroc, and several in-between. Source prides himself on being able to work in a variety of genres, and uses his resources to connect artists, producers, writers, and creatives worldwide. Originally from New York, Source began creating and recording music in his early teens. Growing up, he was positioned with the opportunity to be a multi-faceted musician and recording engineer in a professional recording facility. Source got his start at a young age working with Jonathan and Wayne Lewis from Atlantic Starr, defining his roots in production and audio engineering. It was in this time, Source realized the difference between a beat programmer and a true producer. Although working primarily in R&B and Pop at that time, his love for Hip-Hop was inspired by the likes of J-Dilla, RZA, and Nas, and was nurtured through his experiences as an adolescent. As a jazz pianist, he was able to mold the structures of a variety of genres, always finding ways to alter melodies and arrangements, to create a unique sound. Upon receiving his Masters Degree in Entertainment Business from Full Sail University in Orlando, Florida, Source became the Chief Engineer at KDS Recording Studios (Previously TransCon) and continued to work with a variety of major label artists for about a decade. In 2016, Source decided to make the move to California. His very first session landed him his first RIAA Certified Gold Plaque. As a member of the production collective Left Lane Music Group, Source continues to produce, engineer, develop artists, and collaborate on records for major artists. “Come And Get It From The Source” #MixedBySource