LEKL is a rising voice in hip-hop known for blending raw emotion, storytelling, and unapologetic honesty into every performance. With a sound that balances pain, passion, and resilience, LEKL connects deeply with audiences through vulnerable lyrics and high-energy stage presence. From speaking on mental health and self-growth to turning real-life struggles into powerful music, LEKL brings authenticity that hits beyond the beat. As an independent artist building momentum across the DMV and beyond, LEKL delivers performances that leave the crowd feeling every word.

Flex Kartel was born in Hyattsville, MD with heavy roots to his culture from Jamaican parents, he discovered his love for music early in life. Growing up in the DMV he was introduced to jazz, reggae, gogo, r&b, and old school hip hop. Flex earned his name for being a ladies man, as people would compare him to Flex Alexander, from the show, “One on One.” Flex also has a twin brother and is one of twenty-nine siblings. Flex seamlessly blends different genres of music, as he raps with a message and harmonizes melodies. His vocals are nostalgic and his beats are celebratory. Flex has dabbled in acting as well, he was featured on an episode of HBO’s hit show “Crashing” with the artist Wale. Flex is also a veteran at entertaining crowds at major venues and festivals. His first touring opportunity came in 2017, as he accompanied Wale’s shine tour. More than half of the 20 dates performed in arenas and colleges like UMBC, University of Maryland College Park, Towson University, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, South Carolina State, Broccoli City, Trillectro, A3C, SXSW, SOB’s, The Howard Theatre, The LBCC Unity Festival and many more. Flex Kartel has helped compose and arrange hit records with artist like Yo Gotti, The City Girls,

Wale, Miguel, Chris Brown, Young Thug and Gunna. He’s also made other public appearances with BET Experience, VIBE Magazine, Complex Magazine, The Source and many more.

PaydaiOTW is a rising hip-hop artist from the DMV whose fearless lyricism, magnetic confidence, and authentic storytelling are quickly setting her apart. A former Division I athlete at Georgia Tech, she channels the same discipline and determination into her music, creating records that balance vulnerability with bold self-expression. Her musical journey began unexpectedly in September 2023 after performing an original poem at an open mic. The overwhelming response inspired her to write her first song that very night, launching a career built on honesty, ambition, and purpose. Since then, PaydaiOTW has continued to build momentum with standout releases like Therapy Hosted by Cannabis (THC) and energetic live performances throughout the DMV. With a growing fanbase and a distinctive voice, she's establishing herself as one of the region's most exciting emerging artists and she's only getting started.

Samoris is a true force in the DMV’s artistic landscape, seamlessly blending his love for music, fashion, and visual art into a career that inspires and connects his community. “Music is the tool that incorporates and introduces all that I do and I use as many mediums as I can to bring people into my bounce”.