Mason Parker’s New Single, “Black Girl Magic,” Debuts June 3
Charlotte, N.C. – Today Charlotte-based hip-hop artist, actor, and lyricist Mason Parker released “Black Girl Magic” (BGM), the first single from his upcoming EP “The Paperback Hero Saga.” Produced by H-Wood, YoBuddy, YUNG Citizen, and MillionDollaFingers, BGM is a celebratory and endearing ode to Black women. The single features singer-songwriter Dennis Reed Jr. and The Trap Choir.
In “Black Girl Magic,” Parker uses the popular phrase to highlight his adoration and respect for the full spectrum of Black women. Coined by cultural pioneer CaShawn Thompson and popularized by Beverly Bond, Former First Lady Michelle Obama and a host of others, the phrase expresses positivity and empowerment amongst Black women and helps them to recognize the beauty, power, and resilience they exhibit. In the same vein, this song celebrates the embodiment of accomplishments and general amazingness of Black women across the diaspora.
“Black Girl Magic comes from the most innocent and sincere place,” explains Parker. “It is a love letter to express my appreciation for Black women in general–no matter the context, whether it’s my daughter, wife, mother, aunt, or grandmother. Just the fact that you are a Black woman, it is because of you, I am who I am. I owe my existence to Black women, in a figurative and literal sense regarding my family and loved ones.”
“Black Girl Magic” is available now on all streaming platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify, and Tidal. You can follow Mason’s journey in real-time by visiting his Twitter @iammasonparker and Instagram @iammasonparker704.
Parker is a visionary known for his soulful narratives. His artistry and recognition continues to grow. Accolades include being named 2016 Queen City Awards’ Male Hip-Hop Artist of the Year, Charlotte’s Best Rapper of the Year in 2013 by Creative Loafing Magazine. This year, the ASC awarded Parker the Creative Renewal Fellowship, where he received a $15,000 grant to further his artistry. Parker is set to release “The Paperback Hero Saga,” an animated short film series featuring actor Malcolm Jamal Warner and Emmy Award-winning actor Boris “Bluz” Rogers, in the fall of 2022. His upcoming EP will serve as the film’s score.
For media inquiries, interviews, appearances, and booking requests, contact Jameka Whitten at jameka@jswmediagroup.com.
About Mason Parker
Mason Parker is a lyricist, poet, actor, and hip-hop artist signed to One Crown Music Group. Known as a modern-day renaissance man and a poster child for versatility, Parker displays his creative talent through his soulful and unique delivery of words. He is deeply rooted in southern hip-hop, bringing truth, pain, triumph, and self-awareness to his lyrics and flow. He gives voice to non-traditional themes such as child abuse, mental health, trauma, parental loss, and even the joys and challenges of fatherhood. He is an artist of great lyrical power and a master storyteller, craftily weaving stories of hope and inspiration. www.iammasonparker.com.
Mason Parker Releases New Single and First Project with One Crown Music Group
One Crown Music Group, a boutique record label announced today the release of its first project with Charlotte-based hip hop artist, actor, and lyricist Mason Parker, who is also the first artist signed to the label. The single, Petey Pablo, is available worldwide on all major music platforms including Apple Music, Spotify, and Tidal.
“Petey Pablo was a creative way for me to capture the essence of a song about coming into your own and “raising up” to a higher level of living,” says Parker. “Naming this single Petey Pablo is my way to pay homage to the first rapper to truly rep the Carolinas.”
As One Crown’s flagship artist, Parker represents everything the company stands for, excellence and exemplary talent.
“We are beyond excited for this release,” explains Sean Burgess, One Crown’s chief executive officer, and principal partner. “Mason is an extraordinary talent, and it is our pleasure to show the world exactly what he can do. The fact that we were able to debut our first project to a worldwide audience during a global pandemic is quite an accomplishment. I’m immensely proud of our entire team.”
Petey Pablo was written by Parker, produced by H-Wood, and mixed and mastered by Plan B ’85.
For media inquiries or to schedule interviews, email Jameka Whitten at jameka@onecrownllc.com or call 704.965.297.
About Mason Parker
Mason Parker is a modern-day renaissance man. The poster child for versatility, Mason is a lyrical genius, displaying his creative prowess as a lyricist, spoken word artist, and writer. While his start is deeply rooted in southern hip hop, his buzz around the country continues to grow. Every lyric, every word, every ebb, and flow of his unique delivery is soulfully honest, rich with pain, victory, self-realization, and truth. His work is a narrative, addressing non-traditional topics like child abuse, mental health, trauma, parental loss, and even the joys and challenges of fatherhood. Harnessing the power of his journey, he masterfully weaves a story of hope, a spiritual awakening for the soul, and a rallying cry for this generation.
About One Crown, LLC
One Crown, LLC is a hybrid record label, film production, and media company that is committed to finding, cultivating, developing, and promoting only the best in music, cultural arts, film, music, and luxury lifestyle via myriad multimedia platforms. One Crown is led by a team of creative executives who joined forces with the explicit mission of building legacies, disrupting the status quo, and promoting excellence at every level of artist development. www.OneCrownLLC.com
Mason Parker Releases New Single and Music Video, “Stereotype” featuring Keeyen Martin
Hip Hop was created to be the voice of the people, the often unheard and marginalized. Historically Hip Hop is deeply rooted in social justice and equality for Black, Brown and Indigenous people, and Mason Parker’s most recent single and accompanying music video, “Stereotype” featuring singer-songwriter Keeyen Martin and produced by Brandon “Plan B ‘85” Ross, is a clear nod to the genre’s activist roots. “Stereotype” is the third single from Parker’s debut studio album Quantum Leap.
The song’s message of love, equality, and inclusivity comes at a time when the country is experiencing widespread protests against police brutality in the wake of the murders of Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, and a host of others killed by the police across the nation. It’s a needed message for today’s social climate.
“I hope that this song helps to create the space necessary to have the conversations, that while uncomfortable, are essential to the progress these times so desperately call for,” explains Parker. “It’s so easy for us to take each other at face value without ever getting to know the person behind the stereotype they exude.”
There are several special cameos in the music video for “Stereotype” from notable Charlotte residents including playwright, performing artist, and artistic director Quentin Talley; professional speaker and educator Dr. Mike Watson, Ed.D; and NASCAR pit crew coach Mike Metcalf of Red Bull Racing.
Parker has also committed to donating a percentage of all of his merchandise sales from June until further notice to Restorative Justice CLT a nonprofit organization that aims, per their website restorativejusticeclt.org, “to reduce the growth and harm of a history of discriminatory practices and policies in Charlotte-Mecklenburg.”
“Stereotype” is currently available for download and streaming via all major online music retailers. The official music video can be seen on Parker’s YouTube channel, youtube.com/INKifiedInc.
Parker is @iammasonparker on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, and his website is www.iammasonparker.com. For bookings, media inquiries, appearances, and interview requests contact Jameka Whitten at 704.965.3297 or Jameka@jswmediagroup.com.
About Mason Parker
Mason Parker is a Hip Hop lyricist, poet, actor, media personality, and host. As an overall creative, when he isn’t penning and performing new music, Mason can be found on the stage acting, delivering a spoken-word piece, or exercising his skills as an author and screenwriter. Parker was named 2016 Queen City Awards’ Male Hip-Hop Artist of the Year and Charlotte’s Best Rapper of the Year in 2013 by Creative Loafing Magazine. www.iammasonparker.com
Mason Parker Releases Debut Album “Quantum Leap”
Quantum Leap is an introspective journey of a multi-layered artist
Hip Hop artist Mason ‘Quill’ Parker has released his debut studio album Quantum Leap. The album is currently available for download and streaming via all major online music retailers. This is a highly personal and introspective project that takes listeners on a journey filled with quality lyricism and imaginative storytelling.
Photo: Joshua Galloway
In Quantum Leap, there is a deeper message behind every single track. Parker touches on themes of spirituality, familial relationships, and mental health all while keeping listeners engaged with catchy hooks, smooth beats, and a general chill vibe. Even the album title, which is also the name of the latest single and music video, has a broader significance for Parker.
“A quantum leap is defined as a sudden and significant advancement or repositioning,” explains Parker. “I felt like there was no better way to describe my last few years away from the [music] scene. I left to focus on growing as a person and now that I am back, I’m now more focused than ever. This album illustrates everything that I’ve gone through to bring me here. This season of my life is indeed my quantum leap.”
For Quantum Leap, Parker invited several prominent independent artists that include Amber Hairston, Keeyen Martin, Jarrod “Mohntra” Moore, and G. Yamazawa to make guest appearances where they provided their vocal talents to the project. Accomplished music producers Brandon “Plan B ‘85” Ross, Leomenza Wright, Kwame “YoBuddy” Neloms, and G-Town Vega are also featured on Quantum Leap.
Although this is the first full project that Parker has been able to share with his fans, he is far from a new artist. At his core, Parker is an overall creative and when he is not penning and performing new music, he can be found on the stage acting, delivering a spoken-word piece, or exercising his skills as an author and screenwriter.
In 2018, Parker stretched his literary chops by writing The Paperback Hero Saga, a comic book with an accompanying short film and score that featured the talents of acclaimed actor Malcolm Jamal Warner and three-time Emmy-award winner Boris “Bluz” Rogers. Additionally, Parker was named 2016 Queen City Awards’ Male Hip-Hop Artist of the Year and Charlotte’s Best Rapper of the Year in 2013 by Creative Loafing Magazine. He has served as a radio personality at Power 98 FM, Charlotte’s number one urban contemporary station as well as performing on both national and international stages across the globe.
From Edinburgh, Scotland to New York City, Parker’s innate talent to weave a compelling story with his words has landed him standing ovations, new fans, and critical acclaim each time he touches a mic. Quantum Leap is only the first of many future projects in the works.
For the complete Mason Parker experience, follow him on social media on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram for updates or visit www.iammasonparker.com. For bookings, media inquiries, press appearances, and interview requests contact Jameka Whitten at 704.965.3297 or Jameka@jswmediagroup.com.