Clear your calendar - It's going down! Rookies Showcase Featuring Mann kicks off on April 2nd, and you're invited to take part in the festivities. Rookies Sports Bar (2216 South El Camino Real) is our spot for a night of entertainment with Mann along top local headliners. 18 and up! Come one, come all, bring a guest, and be part of this epic event!
Dijon Shariff Thames, better known by his stage name MANN, is an American hip-hop recording artist from West Los Angeles, California discovered by J.R. Rotem. He's perhaps best known for his singles "Buzzin" with 50 Cent and "The Mack" with Snoop Dogg and Iyaz.He founded, owns and operates the independent imprint Peace Life Quality Recordings, which is currently home to artists Tone Oliver and BEeFF.
Since 2008, MANN has released four albums and six mixtapes, having collaborated with the likes of 50 Cent, Ty Dolla $ign, Skeme, Shawn Chrystopher, Jason Derulo, Audio Push, Kid Ink, Kram D, Jermaine Dupri, T-Pain, Travis Porter, Trev Chase, Clyde Carson, Dizzy Wright, Matik, Kendrick Lamar, Frank Ocean, Kevo Da Kid, A2TheK, YMTK, Buddy, Bobby Brackins, Problem, Casey Veggies, Jetpack Jones and more.
Born Shamera Reid out of San Diego California, Poetiic started off singing and dancing to hit records from the Jackson 5 to newer tracks from TLC and Monica, just to name a few. By the tender age of eight, Poetiic had already begun to experience life in the spotlight, performing in front of thousands of people at fashion shows, talent shows, Middle School Events, High School Events. Poetiic even received the opportunity to perform in front of God‘s Property back in 1996. “I honestly sang just because I was feeling the songs on the radio… in the beginning I didn’t think it would get this far to be honest with you,” says Poetiic. “Now this is my life, this is my passion I sing because I love the reactions on people‘s faces. Same goes for spittin, I feel I am bringing something different to the game something well needed. If not now then never you feel me.”
M-d.o.t. was born and raised in the city of Oceanside. in 2005 he signed with a underground rap label Ril Life Get It Bwoys Records where under thier label he released his first solo mixtape THE COMPETITION which had little success.
After a 3 year hiatus with the law... M-d.o.t. is back, better than ever with new focus, a new sound, and a new label he started with his longtime friend/label mate Big Rev, which they started SIQQ DREAMZ MUSIC GROUP. (2qs).
in 2013 he released his first mixtape in years, MUSICALLY DWELLING ON THOUGHTS, 1 of 3 part series to much local success and great underground reviews... WITH his city on his back and an ambition from the heavens above... M-d.o.t. is finally ready #2qs
Ross May performs acoustic hip hop in its true form through various, Music Videos, Online Radio Shows, Live shows, Festivals and Tours Nationwide! From SXSW in Austin, TX, to Project Music House, Coachella, to the Vans Warped Tour, YOBIBT Nation Wide.
He has been able to share stages with acts such as Ice Cube, Mitchy Slick, Cappadonna, Spliff Star, Big Wax, and more Across The country, and its all thanks to you!
