The Golden Mic
Step Up to The Golden Mic!
At Raps & Apps, we believe in giving a voice to underrepresented and economically disadvantaged musicians.
The Golden Mic Project is our flagship platform where we showcase the incredible talents of artists who are breaking barriers and redefining what it means to succeed in the music industry. This project provides a stage both literally and digitally for artists to share their voices with the world and grow their careers.
The goal of the Golden Mic Project is not just to amplify talent but to create sustainable career pathways for the artists we support. Each episode is an opportunity for our musicians to get an industry-level song, cutting-edge visuals, and promotion to help them push through the noise.
One hit song will change an artists life forever.
Season 1
For Season 1 of The Golden Mic we featured 15 amazing artists from
the Coatal Bend Community. Each artist is featured in an Interview,
receives a Studio Produced Song, and Professionally Recorded Video.
Made possible by a $20,000 grant from the Coastal Bend Community
Foundation and supported by the Texas Commission on the Arts.
Coyote Static
An artist whose journey reflects the power of persistence, vulnerability, and growth through music.
Chris56
An artist whose music speaks directly to the moments most people experience alone but rarely talk about.
Louie Mandel
An artist on a mission to revive the heart and soul of rock and roll with a modern edge.
Tres Matts
Somewhere between funky basslines, psychedelic detours is rare music that feels alive in the moment.
Antidot3
An artist who transforms pain, and raw emotion into something deeply human and undeniably powerful.
John Elijah
An artist dedicated to creating music that moves people physically, emotionally, and collectively.
Ryan Garza
An artist driven by emotion, instinct, and the pursuit of a feeling that can’t always be explained.
Magnu5
An artist whose music reflects the hunger, grit, and raw authenticity of the Northside spirit.
Animal Mood
A creative force focused on crafting experiences that stay with people long after the music stops.
Debra Scott Brown
An artist whose music stands as a testament to resilience, healing, and the transformative power of hope.
Pilot Season
The first pilot season of the golden mic featured 4 amazing artists
showcasing their talents on the golden mic.
Victoria Jane
Victoria Jane is a professional singer, songwriter, small business owner, and loving mother from a small town called Sinton Texas.
Scotty Maverick
Scotty Maverick is a rising artist whose dark R&B sound is redefining the genre for a new generation of soulful listeners.
David Brandon
From a young age, David built a dedicated fanbase, drawing inspiration from the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, to carry on his legacy.
Drippy Dru
Drippy Dru is a multifaceted artist whose passion for music has always been a driving force in his life and began at an early age.
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If you'd like to hear more from artists like this you can donate to support future projects.
Sponsored By
This project was made possible by a $20,000 grant from the
Coastal Bend Community Foundation and is supported by the
Texas Commission on the Arts.
