ON THIS WEEK'S EPISODE OF SMITTY'S ISOP3N ARTIST INSPOS, MEET MAN WILLIAMZ.

MAN Williamz is an upcoming independent hip-hop/rap artist with a fresh new voice and style, especially for the Black LGBTQ+ community. As a former dancer and choreographer, Williamz wishes to express himself and his experiences visually through artistic music videos and achingly personal lyrics that resonate with queer people on a spiritual level. His debut single, “MAKEUP” has been out since February 2021and has already hit 100,000+ views on YouTube, which is a promising start for this exceptionally bold and unique artist.

Williamz’s music preserves a political element while being entertaining and enjoyable for the masses. He is vocal about his goals to inspire young, LGBTQ+ artists of color. In his words, “You never know who may be inspired” and that is what motivates him to keep moving forward. Williamz is driven to ensure that queer and POC creatives get the recognition and platform they deserve to have their stories heard. Williamz doesn't shy away from his queerness. His music, dance, and entire existence are activism.

It is quite recently that the Black LGBTQ+ movement has gained accelerated momentum. Even though the music industry has witnessed numerous queer black legends throughout history, their queerness has been swept under the rug and utterly ignored. It is finally time to own diversity in sexuality as part of the identity of black artists. That is what Williamz is striving to achieve with his art. He has embraced his sexuality and turned it into the focal point of his rap music. His lyrics, choreography, and the tone of his music videos all gallantly feature gayness as a critical element.

Originally from the South of Chicago, Williamz is aspiring to go global. The 2020s will surely see this passionate musician blossom and bloom into a worldwide sensation. It is exciting to see Williamz fearlessly embark on this new journey. This is just the beginning of a new chapter.

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ON THIS WEEK'S EPISODE OF SMITTY'S ISOP3N ARTIST INSPOS PODCAST, MEET SHERRIE GEARHEART. Suicide Prevention Specialist with 10 years experience helping people in crisis. Mrs. Georgia WOA. CEO of Model Icon, Inc a for profit promoting diversity and inclusivity within the fashion industry through its fashion shows, magazine, and workshops. Public figure: speaker, international model, event producer, opera singer, red carpet host, editor of Tiara Magazine. Founder of Live Out Loud Charity (2010 to 2019) & The Worldwide Leadership Academy (2012 to 2019). Sherrie is married to the love of her life and has four beautiful children. Stay tuned and prepare to be inspired!

ON THIS WEEK'S EPISODE OF SMITTY'S ISOP3N ARTIST INSPOS PODCAST, EPISODE #25, ENTITLED, "FAITH FORWARD FLIGHT," MEET SELF-TAUGHT ARTIST AND PARALEGAL, IMANI JOLICOEUR. SHE IS AMAZINGLY TALENTED, AND VERY INSPIRATIONAL! WATCH THE EPISODE AND PREPARE TO BE INSPIRED!