2/15 - Artivism

RECAP

- Maya Jupiter, a multi-talented artist known for her work as a host, musician, and rapper, utilizes her platform for social change through artivism.

- Her artistic roots trace back to a childhood love for dance, which transitioned into hip hop dance and songwriting, influenced by her exposure to commercial hip hop and her mother’s community-oriented values.

- Maya's artivism is conveyed through impactful songs like "Never Said Yes," inspired by the issue of rape culture, focusing on consent, and "Crumble," which addresses the school to prison pipeline. "Madre Tierra" celebrates Mother Earth and women activists, and "The Joy" reflects on the racial challenges faced by black and brown boys.

- She co-founded Artivist Entertainment with five other artists to support socially conscious artists and create events that foster community connections, emphasizing the need for physical spaces that unite communities.

- Maya's innovative approach to advocacy is illustrated by the "Defund the Sheriff" project, a compilation album used to promote her cause amidst advertising challenges.

- She advocates for meaningful communication and accountability, advising on the importance of intentionality in public discourse and the value of being "called out."

- Maya encourages integrating volunteering into daily life by identifying and addressing community needs, suggesting a practical path for those looking to make a difference.

- Her future plans include collaborating with Indigenous artists from Australia to foster cross-cultural connections with Indigenous artists in the US, widening her artivism impact.

It's Sean's Birthday! 🎂

Julie Pilat - CGO | FYI

Sean Kantrowitz - DMC | FYI

Emily Choi - Growth | FYI

Sebastian Francis - Media | FYI

Frankie Sandoval - Designer | FYI

Taylor Weng - Growth | FYI

Maya Jupiter - Founding Partner | Artivst, Speaker

Markus Nielsen-Kolding - Product | FYI

Mike (Merch) Merchant - Artist / Actor / CX | FYI

Memo NOC - Creative Director

Josh Spoon - Artist

Michelle Weatherspoon - Marketing Manager

Helen Sto - TV Host / Journalist

SOZI - Artist

GINGA FLAME - Artist

Deantrè Cole - Artist, Producer

Will Brierre - Mixer / Engineer

Nereya Otieno - Founder | Rising Artists Foundation

Anis Taylor - COO | SnapRefund

Ivan Gallegos - Business Manager & Musician

Piero Giunti - Filmmaker

Don Hulio - Producer

Howard Miura - Music Consultant

Yon - VP, Development | The Black Eyed Peas

Ambi Lyrics - Music Producer / Graphic Artist

Anya - Tzar

Gina Howard - Designer

Rebel Juel - Founder | Juel Concepts

santedubois - Artist / Producer / DJ

LOGIK - Creative Director

MikeJerz - Producer / Engineer

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SOZI - Jinx

Goal:

To release one song a month this year and would also love to sell out a show in LA

3 Ways People Can Support:

1. help in landing performance opportunities that expose me to a new audience

2. follow me on Spotify & add your fav song to a playlist you frequently listen to

3. making a reel with the official sound of “Jinx It”, using it in stories etc. 💛🌻

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santedubois -

Rhythms & Dance Moves

Goal:

Get booked for a tour support slot

3 Ways People Can Support:

1) Repost my reels on IG/share my music on your IG & tiktok stories and TAG ME🫶

2) Send my music from your favorite streaming sites to 10 of your closest homies/collaborators/artists you want me to work w

3) Help me get booked to DJ more shows, events, and showcases, and underground raves by inviting me to the shows/events and introducing me to promoters, agents, and tastemakers in scenes

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Piero - A Great Day in East LA

Goal:

The goal of this exhibit and overall documentation is to recover and share the history of the Eastside Sound as part of the history of Los Angeles. A history of creativity and innovation that has been created by overcoming all sorts of obstacles and neglect to define the sound of Los Angeles. This leads to the ultimate goal: that this history continues to inspire Angelenos and global creatives in the present and future.

Ways People Can Support:

— To be able to have a larger platform so people can learn about this history during the time the exhibit is displayed.

— For people to be able to engage and share this history virtually, throughout social media, apps.