M@tch
Matthew "M@tch" Ray was born the son of a FBI cryptologist during the Cold War in our nation's capital. After his father was transferred to The Great White North, Match was cast in a PSA about drunk driving and sparked a fire within. At an early age he realized he ran to the beat of a different drummer. Finding a knack for sound production in theatre, he was his hometown's youngest sound & lighting technician. He worked part time in their only theatre while pursuing drama and dance throughout Middle and High school. During his High School Sophomore year summer break, he packed up a 'mountain (back)pack' and bought a one-way ticket out of Alaska. It was the Summer of 1988 and M@tch was only 17 when he hitchhiked to Los Angeles with only $15 dollars to his name and two bagged loaves of bread made into Peanut Butter & Jelly sandwiches to start his life in the entertainment industry. He finished his High School years taking several units of Drama/ Movement/ Theatre/ Production (& extra curricular clubs) per semester while working & touring w/ the local Speed Metal band: Deliverance, working production & sound. A week after graduating, He read for the then burgeoning episodic 90210 and was offered a role on the show. 3 days later he was filming in the Disney Film Encino Man as "Link's Friend". During his time with Deliverance he performed with All The World's a Stage outdoor theatre troupe as well as production & sound. Finding his home on stage, in any form, he finished Broadcast School in Burbank and was then installed into two FM Rock shows in LA for almost 5 years- followed by producing his own online HxC ("Hardcore" metal) show as well as singing at a local coffee house and in a local HxC band. Singer, supporting/ voice-over actor, producer, production & sometimes minister, this multi-hyphenate has performance in his blood.
MASUMI
MASUMI is a child of both Japan and the US. Born in Palos Verdes, CA her formative years saw her move between Tokyo, New York, Washington DC, and finally Dallas - where she began her Singer/Song-writing career. Playing in local restaurants and cafes, she earned a devoted following, just her and her guitar. She returned to Tokyo to enroll at the International Christian University. But the horrific devastating 2011 Earthquake changed her vision once again. Trapped in an underground cafe in Tokyo when the 9.0 magnitude tremor almost buried everyone alive. That day brought her back to herself, her dreams and true clarity of mind and heart. Three months later, she returned to the US to enroll in the Los Angeles College of Music (now LACMA), determined to follow her passion once again: music and performing. MASUMI has performed internationally in Sweden, NY, Italy, Tokyo. She opened for Moby at NAMM, and has collaborated with Dorian Holly (Michael Jackson), JJ Blaire (Grammy Award-winning album), Triston Boston (Grammy-nominated producer), Nash Overstreet (Hot Chelle Rae), and Ichiro Suezawa (Warner Brothers, Bruno Mars, Katy Perry), to name just a few. In 2016, word of her talent reached her home country: one of its most prestigious managers offered MASUMI the path and support to become a Japanese pop star. An offer few could refuse, however she did refuse. Knowing the only way for her to find happiness and true success would be to stay true to her path. Creating her own brand of personal music, embodying authenticity and hope. Remaining in Los Angeles, she released a very personal single about her own journey of depression and resurrection : "Run Baby, Run" in 2018, which was picked up by multiple official Spotify playlists. MASUMI is recording her next single "Cold Lips", set to be release late 2021. February 2019, MASUMI was introduced to an acting coach in Los Angeles. Looking to enrich her expression as an Artist, she jumped in to acting training with enthusiasm. Just three months later, she was offered the title role in the Warner Brothers film, "Yakuza Princess" opposite Jonathan Rhys Meyers, and Tsuyoshi Ihara. The action thriller filmed in Brazil, under the direction of Vicente Amorim. Being fluent in both English and Japanese, MASUMI was perfectly suited to play the titular lead. A lot of things are in motion, but MASUMI's goal remains the same: to inspire people to persevere, knowing life's path is filled with challenges but staying steadfast to ones extraordinary dreams . She is represented by BRS/Gage and Echelon Talent.
MC Bijju
MC Bijju is known for Bheema and Avatar Purusha 2 (2024).
MC Calaquian
MC Calaquian is an actor, known for Beauty and the Bestie (2015), Two Love You (2019) and The Mall, the Merrier! (2019).
MC Carol
Raised in Preventório Community in Niterói (RJ), MC Carol stands out in the funk music scene for her feminist and Black rights activism. With political lyrics that expose our society's ailments, as in the song 'Não Foi Cabral,' in which she questions Brazil's official history, Carol has established herself as one of the most active voices of her generation.
MC HotDog
MC HotDog was born on April 10, 1978 in Taipei, Taiwan. He is an actor, known for Now You See Me 2 (2016), Hector and the Search for Happiness (2014) and Ai qing ling yao (2002).
MC Jean Gab'1
MC Jean Gab'1 is an actor, known for Banlieue 13: Ultimatum (2009), Banlieue 13 (2004) and Black (2009).
MC Lyte
A philanthropist who has presented almost $900,000 in scholarships over the past seven years, an actress on Power, Queen of the South, SWAT, and more, MC LYTE is ONLY female solo hip hop artist to receive the BET I Am Hip Hop ICON Award. First female to perform hip hop in the White House and first African American female to serve as the President of the Los Angeles chapter of the Recording Academy (Grammy Organization): these are just the first of many firsts. Lyricist, inspirational speaker, DJ, pioneer, icon, veteran and entrepreneur describe one of the most prolific and well-respected female Hip Hop artists of all time: MC Lyte. She has consistently found ways to reinvent herself musically, while expanding her resume and gaining new fans. A current member of the Board of Trustees of Dillard University and reared in Brooklyn, New York, MC Lyte always has her finger on Hip Hop's pulse. Many are familiar with her stellar music making skills, but over the course of her extensive career, MC Lyte has ventured out to other avenues that have allowed her to show the world just how talented she truly is. A pioneer in the industry, she opened the door for future female Hip Hop artists by daring to do what had never been done while doing something she loved. MC Lyte is the FIRST rap artist ever to perform at New York's historic Carnegie Hall, the FIRST female rapper to ever receive a gold single, the FIRST female solo rapper ever nominated for a Grammy and in 2006, MC Lyte became the FIRST solo female rapper to be honored/inducted on VH-1's HIP HOP HONORS. MC Lyte has graced network television as well as the big screen and she has been the voice behind the VH1 Hip Hop Honors and national campaigns for Wherehouse Music, Coca-Cola, McDonald's and Nike. She is the hot of Morning Cup on Centric and recently unveiled her lyrical talent, once again, to the world with the release of her latest album, LEGEND. A role model to women and respected by men everywhere, MC Lyte never compromises who she is and consistently displays that a woman can turn heads fully clothed! Whenever possible, MC Lyte enjoys traveling across the nation to use her expertise and story of success to motivate others to take ownership of the world around them while striving to be the best they can possibly be. Author of "UNSTOPPABLE: Igniting the Power Within to Achieve Your Greatest Potential," MC Lyte provides keynote addresses at educational institutions, community centers and corporations around the globe and has also been active in many social projects, including anti-violence campaigns, HIV / AIDs prevention, and Rock the Vote. MC Lyte is also the author of "Living in the Lyte: Lessons in Life, Love and Truth" and "Fusion: Bridging the Gap between the Civil Rights Movement and Hip Hop," a book she co-authored with Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. MC Lyte resides in Los Angeles, California, and reigns as the CEO of Sunni Gyrl, Inc. and the Chair of Hip Hop Sisters Foundation, which has presented over $850,000 in college scholarships. She is a past President, Trustee and Governor of the Los Angeles Chapter of the Recording Academy (Grammy organization), a member of the Board of Trustees at Dillard University, and is a proud honorary member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
MC Marechal
MC Marechal is known for Bandida: A Número Um (2024), Mr. Niterói: A Lírica Bereta (2012) and Acústico MTV Marcelo D2 (2004).
MC Square
MC Square is known for Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya (2024), Chamak (2023) and Crakk: Jeetega... Toh Jiyegaa (2024).
