The Team
Founder - Lonnie Deadwyler
@Deadwyler
Lonnie Deadwyler is an entrepreneur, restaurateur, and music executive a Chicago native who launched his career as a kid working in radio. He studied theater at Milwaukee High School of the Arts after leaving school he signed a deal as a rapper in a group called Stumbol to an indie label that had distribution with Tommy Boy Records. After moving to Atlanta he developed a passion for managing artist songwriters and producers. He begin working alongside of Grammy award-winning music producer Dion “NO I.D.” Wilson with his partner Pacino Malcom. That led him to partner with another Grammy award-winning music producer and songwriter Elvis “Blac Elvis” Williams (who produced hits for Beyonce, Ludacris, Ciara, Kelly Rowland, Fergie, Rich Boy, Kelis, Nelly, Pussycat Dolls, Mario) and Grammy award-winning songwriter Harold Lilly (who has written songs for artists such as Alicia Keys, Beyonce, Brandy, Angie Stone and Luther Vandross) Lonnie managed Elvis and Harold’s music label called Mars on Sunday. He was credited as co-Executive producer on the Gospel legend Paul Porters album “F.R.E.E.” released on Motown Gospel records. currently he manages several artist Hip hop Legend Tela former suave house and rapalot records artist the rapper Dae Dae known for his two hit back to back singles “wat u mean“ (aye aye) and “spend it” and the new Tallahassee King of freestyles Jimi Nu. a respected thought leader in the music business he has now launched LiFe GaMe Global using his years of knowledge relationships and resources he’s here to empower with a purpose
Partner Creative Consultant - Elvis “BlacElvis” Williams
@BlacElvis
BlacElvis is an Entrepreneur a Multi Grammy award winning producer and songwriter. He rose to fame in 2005 after co-producing alongside Polo da Don, Elvis has produced hits for Beyonce, Ludacris, Ciara, Kelly Rowland, Fergie, Rich Boy, Kelis, Nelly, Pussycat Dolls, TI, Rick Ross, Gucci Mane, Mario and more
Creative Consultant - Dj Rogers Jr
@DjRogersJr
Dj Rogers Jr is a Grammy nominated, Soul train award nominated songwriter, an artist and actor. California-born DJ Rogers Jr., has had some outstanding success the #1 Billboard song Shame, written by Rogers and performed by Tyrese. Penning platinum songs are nothing new for Rogers, for decades he has worked with some of the industry’s most iconic artist and innovative producers. Some artist and producers include, Warryn Campbell (co-producer of Shame), Faith Evans, 112, The Notorious B.I.G., DJ Quick, Heavy D, Kelly Price he has also written smash hits like Summer Rain by Carl Thomas, and Only You performed by Biggie, 112, and Ma$e. Aside from his songwriting skills, Rogers is also a singer, producer, and actor, and in 2002, he was signed as an artist with Motown Records. As an actor he has stared in David E. Talbert’s He Say, She Say, But What Does God Say, and a role in the major motion picture Lottery Ticket. Currently he has role in the BET and Netflix hit TV sitcom “The Family Business”
Partner Advisor - Kevin Shine
@Kevinmusic.thefim
Kevin Shine is visionary, entrepreneur, music industry executive/consultant, and a former professor of music studies at the prestigious Columbia College. Kevin has an extensive background in artist development. His roots began as an A&R consultant for Senior Vice President Wayne Williams at Jive Records. In 2012, he joined Arrow Records, Universal as the executive head of A&R. He has combined his passion, connections, and record for success to create WSA Www.writingsessionsamerica.net
Partner Head of A&R - Wes Edwards
@cirocboy_young
Wesley Edwards has been involved in the music industry for over 15 years, managing up-and-coming artists. He has a strong passion for artist development, aiming to elevate their craft to the next level. After moving to Atlanta, he became the road manager for the rap artist Dae Dae, known for his Billboard-charting songs "Wat U Mean" and "Spend It." Wesley's goal as an A&R is to introduce the world to music and artists with substance.
Partner Advisor - Frank “Big Suge” Tayler
**Veteran Music Executive**
Frank “Big Suge” Taylor has been in the music business for over 30 years. He has served as the Vice President of A&R at a major record label, where he provided creative input and direction on various artist projects. He was responsible for finding producers, songwriters, and recording studios. Frank managed and planned the recording budgets for several recording artists.
He has also worked as an A&R talent scout with a proven ability to expose successful records to major radio stations. In addition, he managed tours and oversaw promotional events. Frank provided supervision for music used in motion pictures.
Big Suge is best known for his many relationships from being in the business for over 30 years
**Experience:**
- MCA Records (1999-2006)
- DEF JAM Records (1999-2006)
- Executive Assistant to Bert Padell of Padell/Nadell/Fine Weinberger
**Tours:**
- Mary J. Blige
- Wu-Tang Clan
- Erykah Badu
- Lil Wayne
- Janet Jackson
- SWV
- Shorty Lo
- T.I.
-Chris Brown
-Trey Songz
-Jay Z
-112
-Michael Jackson
-Alicia Keys
-R. Kelly
-Kanye West,
- P. Diddy
-B5
Partner Advisor Derek “Cali” Clark
@Dmcali612
Derek (Cali) Clarke native of California starting working street team promotions in 1994 for various artist and labels. In the early 2000’s he switched to consulting and management for artist to help negotiate deals and contracts. He also owns a recording studio and has work with the likes of montel Jordan, Keri Hilson, Tela, Mariah the scientist, Dae Dae, Field Mob and many more through the years.
Creative Consultant - Tela
@Telaofficial
Tela is a Hip Hop Legend. Tela was signed to Suave House and Rap-a-Lot Records. Tela’s classic album “Piece of Mind” Produced several major hits “Sho Nuff” feat. Eightball and MJG, which till this day Is being performed in arena’s and festival’s. This song gets a major reaction from the crowd. another song is “Tired of Balling” featuring Jazze Pha, and he aslo have the big hit “Sex Faces” feat. Scarface, Too Short, Devin the Dude. “Piece of Mind” sold over 500,000 copies and is considered a Southern classic. He went on to release several more albums “Now or Never” “The World aint enough” “Double Dose” “Gators and Suit” and the “Untitled”