Manekinekopro
Manekinekopro Is The Label started by deejay, Producer Black Panther. Manekinekopro first started in 2007 when black Panther Finished his Second album and was shopping it around to all the labels and decided that he could Do a better job himself without all the politics of Major and Indie Labels. And with the success of “My Eternal Winter ” Black Panther Decided to give other artist a platform to be Heard. Manekinekpro also Released Panther’s Debut album ” The Darkest Night Ever!!! (Third Earth). Although The Label started out doing Physical and Digital Sales, it has mostly become a Digital label in This Ever Changing Music Industry. Manekinekopro even in it’s short history has already signed and released some impressive Artist.
Tone Liv
Tone Liv-
In the over-saturated hip hop realm of throwback gimmicks and bleak failures glossed and packaged as “creative and groundbreaking”, it has become difficult for many of today’s emcees to pull themselves above the throng and deliver anthems that convey street authenticity as well as creative evolution. Tone Liv, a.k.a Da Mayor, manages to crawl his way out of the malaise of this wasteland of clichés and deliver on both fronts in a way that captivates without alienating; despite the fact that Tone may very well be from another planet. Or maybe just New Jersey. In a state that has spawned such historic rap powerhouses as Redman, Rah Digga, and the Artifacts; Tone is determined to forge his own place in this legacy simply by being himself and commanding acknowledgment. Subjecting his formative years to such insanely brilliant emcees as Ghostface Killah, MF Doom, and Freddie Foxx, Tone administers doses of lethal street venom with enough abstract adjectives to mash his way across the disjointed spectrum of “genres” and bludgeon the listener in the barrage, while bearing a vocal tone similar to Chief Kamachi.
Tone often chooses beats that make you feel like you have warped into a psychotic decaying street kingdom where he presides as Mayor and rap overlord, relying on distorted and obsolete sounds to splash the listener with a psychedelic vision of the way Tone sees his world; doused in dim lights, gutter slime, liquor, blood, and graffiti.
With an obsessive work ethic fueled by beer; Tone has waved the banner of the Green Llama collective proudly, appearing on several of their releases, specifically Dibiase’s “Llamaville”, Uncut Raw’s “Heavy Dose”, City Slick’s “Antique Black”, Decay “Unlikely Hero” & “Unlikely Villain”, among others. He has also released a few of his own projects such as “Beer for Breakfast” and the “Birth of Doggie Jones”. He will soon be unleashing more of your grimiest nightmares into the world in the forms of “Superhero Sandwiches” the album, a collaboration with Llama warp-out producer Vincent Price entitled “Only built for Timberland Boots”, and The Remarkable Mayor’s “The Campaign.
Sammy Bravo 
Sammy Bravo – Upon meeting Sammy Bravo, you know right away that his two decade career in Hip Hop has molded him into one of the greatest minds in the business – a force to be reckoned with on and off the mic. With razor sharp delivery on some of the hottest tracks created while building his multi-media entertainment group, Sammy Bravo is the quintessential go-getter.
Never using poverty as a crutch, Sammy overcame the death infused streets of Washington, DC. Against the backdrop of crime, poverty and violence buried deep in the heart of the most powerful city in the world, Sammy turned to hip hop to relieve the anguish and hopelessness surrounding him and in doing so provided the soundtrack for the city. His distinct voice and effortless delivery caught fire in DC and he soon joined The Beggas – part of the Wu Tang family. His career skyrocketed once the group was featured on Rza Presents: The Killa Beez (The Swarm Album). Sammy rose to international fame touring around the world.
Sammy’s success could’ve stopped there – but that wouldn’t be Sammy! Seeing a need to change the “status quo” of the music business, Sammy founded BancVault Entertainment Group. “I was tired of the experiences I faced when dealing with record companies…someone always wanted to be the middleman and it was difficult to speak to anyone regarding MY CAREER! So I decided to change that.” Says Sammy on why he decided to create BancVault. Since that decision, BancVault Entertainment Group has grown into a multi-media company encompassing all aspects of artists’ needs – EmageView (Video & Film): BancVault Records: 17th & B (Management): KraftWorks (Recording); YEURO (Clothing) and acrossthefader.com – a hip hop social networking website with streaming video and internet radio. Initially created to as a vehicle to give Sammy the reigns to take charge and steer his own career, Sammy created a path for younger artists to follow. Platforms where they can be seen, heard, and most importantly control their careers.
Always on the grind, always relevant and constantly evolving, Sammy Bravo knows that the future of hip hop in not in the hands of the record companies – hip hop’s future lies in the hands of artists like himself – whose dedication, hard work and love of the craft inspire the masses to live, love and dream. Sammy Bravo is a gifted emcee. The depths of his words awaken the conscious. His energy resonates throughout the venues during his live performances for an unforgettable experience. A legend in DC, Sammy is known and loved. Sammy Bravo is also a trailblazing entrepreneur. His website, television and internet radio shows are creating a blueprint for future artists to follow. Sammy Bravo is indeed the total package – Two decades in the making…and just beginning.
Venomous 2000 & Dj Priority
I define myself as a humble student of the art,” reflects Underground Hip Hop sensation, Venomous 2000: The Ultra Emcee (Dwayne Sheppard). For the 29-year-old emcee, his “classroom” was his nativePassaic, New Jersey; drawing creative influence from timeless sources including: soul classics like Marvin Gaye and the Jackson 5 to Hip Hop legends, KRS-One and Rakim. Cultivating himself as a force for Hip Hop, Venomous began freestyling verses and writing rhymes in 1994 heavily influenced by pioneers of the day: The Roots, A Tribe Called Quest, Wu-Tang Clan, and BootCamp, and what he describes as their ‘hard/lyrical/divine approach to the music.’ Beneath his reserved exterior, dwells an energetic microphone-controller whose on-stage moniker, Venomous, –an acronym meaning “VERY ENERGETIC NEW=BEING(NUBIAN) “ON MICS OPENING UNIVERSAL SOUNDING–describes him perfectly. Garnering acclaim spreading from and throughout the Tri-State area, Venomous’ lyrical ability sparked a legion of supporters and a shared-stage spotlight with famed voices in Hip Hop including, DICE RAW OF THE ROOTS, C-RAYZ WALZ, RAH DIGGA, KILLARMY, HOMEBOY SANDMAN, LOST BOYZ, 84, CYMARSHALL LAW, JOHN ROBINSON(SCIENZ OF LIFE), among others. Equally active off stage as on; Venomous also produces head-nodding beats, engineers his sound, and keeps his notebooks filled with verse after verse. Venomous relentlessly finds outlets to divert his creativity through group affiliations with THE FORMULIS(w/Phonetic and Fenalm), EMANC PROC( w/RealEyez Mystic, Orator The Great, Heartbeat the Producer, and NuffSaid), DELINQUENT SOUNDZ ENTERTAINMENT, NEXT PHILOSOPHY DIVISION, ENERGY AND LIGHT (w/Starwalker), and NONAMESOCIETY. With over a decade of practice, performance and perseverance fueling his music Venomous continues to create classics with the anticipated album, “Fresh, Amazingly!” (produced by DJ Priority), due out Feb 2011 with Manikinekopro.
Afu Ra 
Afu-Ra is a hip hop artist from New York City. Afu, born Aaron Phillip, is a devout student of the Martial arts, as well as Chess. Afu is a member of the Gang Starr Foundation, alongside rappers like Jeru the Damaja, Big Shug and Group Home, and is most well known through his affiliation with the foundation and Jeru the Damaja.[1] His first appearance was on Jeru’s classic 1994 album The Sun Rises in the East, on the song “Mental Stamina”. He made another appearance on Jeru’s second album Wrath of the Math, on the track “Physical Stamina”, in 1996. Afu’s debut single, ‘”Whirlwind Thru Cities”, was released in 1998, reaching the top 20 on Billboard’s Hot Rap Singles chart. In 1999, he released his second single, “Defeat” b/w “Mortal Kombat”. His anticipated debut album, Body of the Life Force, was released in October 2000. The album featured production from a number of prominent Hip Hop beatmakers, including DJ Premier, DJ Muggs, True Master and Da Beatminerz. Guests included Wu-Tang Clan’s GZA and Masta Killa, M.O.P., Ky-Mani Marley and the Cocoa Brovaz. “Whirlwind Thru Cities”, “Defeat” and “Mortal Kombat” were included here, as well as the singles “Equality”, “Big Acts, Little Acts” and “D&D Soundclash”. Afu released his second effort Life Force Radio in May 2002, featuring production from DJ Premier, Curt Cazal, True Master, Easy Mo Bee, Needlez, Domingo and Ayatollah. Guests included Hip Hop legends Guru, Big Daddy Kane, RZA as well as R&B star Teena Marie. In 2004, he released a compilation album titled Afu-Ra presents Perverted Monks. He returned with another album in 2005, State of the Arts. DJ Premier returned once again to produce the single “Sucka Free”. Wu-Tang’s Masta Killa appeared on the song “Livin’ Like Dat”, and underground favorite Royce Da 5’9″ appeared on “Pusha”. Afu then went on to produce a street album VOICE OF A LEGEND which was recieved very well around the world where he complements some of his favorite classic tracks of hip hop.
Afu-ra through out his carreer has toured the world and has excited and wowed crowds in rare form. Bringing the realness to the stage after dropping three steller albums prepared with much thought to the state of the hip hop as MC should afu-ra set his sights higher.
When asked what are the plans for the future afu-ra say’s “I want to go down in history as being someone reguarded buy his music followers as part of the the familly, thier familly”
Wth the focus on the future of his music afu took his time, while liveing in europe Learning & liveing different cultures breathing different atmospheres since 2006 The real person he found through his thought long & hard. The ambition he developed in himself to deliver classic music to his supports became his new found mission.
Currently working one is 4th album project”Voice of A Legend” Youtube mutimedia channel Afu-ra Tv, Safu productiuons and continueing to unite the world through his music and presence.
Respect Tha God of The Peverted Monks Released his debut album “The Life And Time Of Russell Ballenger”, Packed with appearances From Smif N Wesson, Fresh Daily, Afu Ra and More. The First Two singles have charted very High On The Indusrty Gauges www.rapattacklives.com and record breakers Charts. The single ” I Rap 4 ” Reached the number one position in the country. “Respect Tha God”, is the stage name for Russell Ballenger Jr, rapper straight out of Grime City Glen Cove. Russell’s love for music started with percussion lessons of the Kanga and Bongo with his Uncle Roy. Those lessons opened his mind to what most call the “beat of life”, thus taking that beat and seeing its position in his own life. Original member of the legendary rap group “The Perverted Monks” founded by Jeru the Damaja and Afu-Ra. Appearances on Dj Tomekk’s ”Beat of Life Vol. 1”. Tour appearances such as the High Times Tour East & West Coast; Splash Festival France & Netherlands.
The Heatmakerz 
Ra Jah Ru and The Heatmakerz released The album Raj Jah Ru Meetz the Heatmakerz with all new production from the well know hip Hop Production Team. Heatmakerz are a hip-hop production duo from Kingston, Jamaica.[citation needed] The Duo, consisting of Rsonist (Gregory Green), Thrilla (Sean Thomas), rose to fame after providing beats to various releases of The Diplomats. The bulk of albums like Diplomatic Immunity and Juelz Santana’s debut From Me to U were produced by The Heatmakerz. Their production style relies heavily on hard equalized beat drums, strong bass lines, strong hi-hats, snares and often sped-up soul samples.[citation needed] To this day, the Heatmakerz still use the same style of production
(Producer)Black Sparx
Black Sparx a Brooklyn Born a raised producer got his first start on L.I.F.E. Long’s album “Cuts And Collabos” on a song called “The Imprint.” And from the success of that collaboration “The waiting Game “mix-tape and the official release of The Full length album “The Waiting Game.” Sprax has also worked with such notable emcees as Blame One(Soul Spazm)The San Diego Emcee and Sprax partnership produced Supreme Beings, the first single on the Days Chasing Days LP. Supreme Beings is still currently a top download on iTunes.
Black Sparx has also Produced on Infinto 2017’s LP “ We Are Dark” and Respect Tha God’s debut “ The Life And Times Of Russell Ballenger” on a song called “I Rap 4” , I rap 4 the standout track from Respect’s album That Charted number one on the charts amidst a sea of other Standout Artists. Black Sprax now poised to embark on his own full length is finally showing the world what he is capable of. “The Summer Haze” Lp sprax debut is full surprises as well as great Soul Music. And with Artist like ILLa Noyz, Respect Tha God, Swave Sevah, Blame One & L.I.F.E. Long to name a few, It’s going to be a Hot Summer.
Oktober Zero:
Oktober Zero is a longtime Collborator of Black Panther, Hailing from The Bronx, the NY-Rican born Oktober has seen, heard, and lived Hip Hop in its purest form. Using this knowledge of Hip Hop music and culture, Oktober paints vivid pictures through lyrics about himself and his environment, money, his peoples struggle, poverty, raw experience on the streets, graffiti art, run-ins with the law, issues in the home, political conspiracy, religion, drugs, and having sex with random women. With saying his share about society’s ills, Oktober’s solution is simple: be the Hip Hop Vigilante, who knows no rules, laws, government, or boundaries, and aims to obtain fortune and prosperity at the end of his mission.
Though “zero” is the beginning of everything, Oktober the artist is no beginner. Oktober began showcasing at open mics across NYC in the late 90′s and met the legendary DJ/urban tastemaker Bobbito Garcia. He invited the then recordless Oktober on to his CM Famalam Radio Program where Oktober spit an impressive freestyle which got him noticed by Sondoo Records who signed him and released his first vinyl single “It Was War”. Oktober went on to release many vinyl singles and classic underground albums such as “projekt:BUILDING”, “The Art of RAW” and “The Devil Smokes Dimebags”. Oktober has currently worked with the iconic DJ Premier and released the underground smash single “U Gotta Love Us” along with the crew House Of Repz.
DJ Black Panther and began releasing Monthly underground hip-hop mixtapes at a time when independent music was not at the forefront. He was determined to carve his own path in the music industry. DJ Honda took notice to his tapes and started buying them directly to sell in Japan, furthering Panther’s name as well as his brand. After the release of a double mixtape, Panther had enough money to buy what would become his production weapon of choice, the MPC 200XL. In 2003 Black Panther put out his debut album “The Darkest Night Ever” on Third Earth Music. Panther hit the studio to work on his sophomore album, “My Eternal Winter”. The project proved to be not just a follow up, but also a step above. “My Eternal Winter” has generated a lot of buzz for Black Panther through reviews and interviews from around the world. The second single from “My Eternal Winter“, entitled “The Half“, featured Grammy Award winning songstress Maya Azucena and peaked at the number 2 position on the internet music charts. Also with the release of the album, “My Eternal Winter” Panther started l Manekinekopro
