The Singer/Dancer Prepares Before I ever stepped into my identity as a recording artist, I was a listener. I was born and raised in Lansing, Michigan—a place that, at the time, didn’t always feel connected to the energy I knew existed somewhere else. I was always destined for something bigger, faster, more alive. That pull […]
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Martone, The Evolution of Martone 10th Anniversary Edition 10 Years in the Making: Martone Scores Josie Music Awards Nomination 🎉 A Birthday Surprise to Remember 🎉 On June 23, 2025 — my birthday, no less — I received news that left me speechless:The Evolution of Martone: 10th Anniversary Edition has officially been nominated for Album
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Reclaiming My Power Piece By Peace I think that I have a heightened sense of awareness now. I understand how I am perceived by supposed close friends and family. I am—and always have been—different. I began writing short stories and poems at the age of three or four. Always performing, always putting on shows on
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#3 ofnAmazon’s African Poetry Books Martone Celebrates Best-Selling Book Amidst Challenges, Shares Commitment to Empowerment and Artistic IntegrityDate: April 14, 2025Location: Detroit, MI Martone, renowned musician and author, proudly announces that their book Deep & Raw: The Erotica of Martone achieved #3 Best Seller status on Amazon on April 12, 2025—marking a major milestone in
April 2, 2025, Detroit, MI – Award-winning independent artist, television, radio personality, and author Martone is exposing TuneCore and EIN Presswire for their lack of transparency, poor business practices, and apparent attempts to suppress independent voices. As he gears up for major releases—including Phoenix Rising: The Emperor’s Ascension (July 11, 2025), Too Bad, So Sad
Click the image to read the backstory For years, I have worked in television, radio, and the music industry, honing my ability to craft and deliver compelling stories. Alongside talented professionals, I have written and distributed press releases that effectively engage media outlets. So when I recently submitted a fact-based press release about TuneCore’s ongoing
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Pattern of inefficiency has caused unnecessary setbacks and has made it difficult to maintain a smooth release schedule. As an independent artist, selecting the right distributor is critical to ensuring my music reaches the audience it deserves. After switching from Label Worx to TuneCore in the last nine months, I was hopeful for a smoother
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The Golden Era of Artistic Grace There was a time when artists carried themselves with a sense of grace, mystery, and sophistication. Icons like Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston, and Michael Jackson had a presence that transcended trends. They were polished in interviews, poised in public, and their artistry spoke louder than any controversy. While only
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Release Date March 18, 2025 5 Powerful Reasons Why ‘Deep & Raw: The Erotica of Martone’ Is a Must-Read For years, my creative energy has been poured into music—writing, performing, and sharing my vision with the world through sound. But now, I’m stepping into a new artistic realm, one that is both thrilling and a
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Censored, Silenced, but Never Stopped: TikTok’s Racist Hypocrisy Against Black Queer Creators If you’re a Black Queer artist pushing boundaries and expressing your truth, TikTok might not be the platform for you—at least, not if you expect fair treatment. Once again, my content has been wrongfully flagged and removed under the false claim that it
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