**R.A.P. Ferreira** fka milo aka scallops hotel is an mc, producer and theorist working in the Black arts tradition commonly categorized as rap. Having founded the label ruby yacht in 2015 and since releasing all of his music through this channel, Ferreira has earned a sizable following within independent hip hop by rigorous, constant touring and an elevated, explorational style of performance. He is known for an uncompromised, utopic flow that speaks directly to the root of the listener. By 2018, the young artist galvanized his presence in the American rap scene with the opening of Soulfolks Records & Tapes in Biddeford, Maine (now located in Nashville). Ferreira has a sprawling, limitless catalog ranging years, names, geographies, intentions, collaborations, and vocabularies. In an era defined by keyword search, soundbyte, cosign, marketing and virality this artist’s work stands out by not cow tailing to the movements and trends of the digital sphere. He currently makes his home in Nashville, Tennessee where he continues to helm the Ruby Yacht while studying to become a blues guitar legend and a farmer. FB @modestmilo Twitter & IG @hipcatscience https://afrolab9000.bandcamp.com/soulfolks.org https://open.spotify.com/artist/2U1vwQRYQmG7ypKJF1JTEb Milwaukee hip-hop sensation **BLAX** is known for his poignant lyrics and innovative sound. With a passion for storytelling through music, BLAX draws his inspiration from diverse influences to craft a unique auditory experience. By incorporating thought-provoking lyrics and crowd engagement, BLAX delivers captivating performances that resonate with audiences from all walks of life. BLAX is truly an artist dedicated to his craft, and his commitment to pushing the boundaries of hip-hop music always shines through. BLAX’s most recent release includes his September 2024 album BLAXPLOITATION, which was independently released via his label God Degree Media, LLC. Conscious hip-hop artist **RO$$A¥** (born Josh Ross) is “A G and a gentleman,” a grounded optimist, and the SOL CHILD of Denver rap. Growing up in Little Rock, Arkansas, RO$$A¥ fell in love with hip-hop thanks to Dirty South innovators like OutKast, whom he still counts among his influences today. He first sharpened his pen as a poet, and cut his teeth on stage doing poetry slams and pageants throughout high school and college. But around 2013, his gnawing curiosity about how a song was actually made pushed him to experiment with producing his own music. Presented by Hi-Dive. This is a 21+ event