K.O.V.E.
Upper Marlboro, MD | Established. Jan 01, 2011 | SELF | AFM
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Philly blogger sits down to discuss Hip Hop with K.O.V.E. - Miss LIV
K.O.V.E. wins Coldest MC in Baltimore for the 2nd year in a row crowned by Ice Cube - Kimberly Brown
DMV's Own K.O.V.E. interview on 93.9 WKYS DC - Taryn Finley
“DMV artist KOVE featured on BET Rap It Up Tour Mixtape 2012. KOVE was also a finalist in Coors Light Search For The Coldest 2012”
Reba Corrine - BET Rap It Up Tour Mixtape - Reba Corrine
K.O.V.E. wins Search For The Coldest - Kimberly Brown
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Album Promo - Galafati Music Group
Many well-known indie artists and entertainment professionals got together October 14th to pay homageto one of their own that has made a name for themselves in a major way. K.O.V.E has a portfolio as long as his line of supporters. He has participated in countless MC battles, walking away with the title several times. He has also opened up for many mainstream acts including but not limited to: Big Sean, French Montana, Pastor Troy, etc. K.O.V.E has graced many DMV venues over the years with hype performances.This time he is giving listeners an actual piece of his heart and soul in his new mixtape entitled: Making Music Living Life.
That is exactly what K.O.V.E is doing. K.O.V.E has taken such a simple phrase, “Making Music Living life” and given it so much meaning. When a musician creates, they give you a sneak peek for their lives. The rises and falls, the joys and sorrows are there behind every word, note and inflection. K.O.V.E has utilized memories of a difficult childhood to fuel his ambition for success. Rather than succumb to circumstance he has realized the gifts he has for creating music and used them to travel, perform and make his mark on the world.
Drawing reference from greats such as KRS One and Rakim, K.O.V.E has a raw gritty sound reminiscent ofHip-Hop in its early and purest state. Music has always been his saving grace as well as his home and his stage presence shows how much comfort it has given him. Whether he was turning up or spitting knowledge the passion was genuine and sincere.
Supporters packed Pure Lounge DC eager to hear what this project had to offer. What they got was a high energy performance and the skilled lyrics of a true wordsmith over clean production. Added bonuses were the visual elements of his videos playing during his live performance.
For more information on K.O.V.E as well as show dates and new music check out his website: www.thatdudekove.com and make sure you download the Making Music Living Life mix tape ASAP for allthe real Hip-Hop lovers out there.
By: Ambre 'MzGreenEyez' Tomlinson (@MissGreenEyez) - DMVLife
DC music artist K.O.V.E. is no stranger to the music and recording industry. From different sounds to top shelf production, the music definitely stands apart. His dedication is no less than the best and putting in the effort to make it to the majors won’t be a surprise in this case. Don’t miss out on K.O.V.E. because the musician has something the listeners have always wanted.
Humble beginnings is where K.O.V.E.’s legacy begins. Cyphering his way through fashion shows and becoming two-time regional winner of the Coors Light Search for the Coldest MC, birthed a rising star in the hip hop landscape. He transformed each opportunity into the next landing on BET’s Rap It Up Vol. 1 & 2 that led to numerous performances in LiveNation Venues. He’s also the twice crowned Coldest MC in the DMV by legendary rapper Ice Cube.
He gets his inspiration from tragedy to triumph and he shares it with the world in an 11-song debut release titled Making Music Living Life. The project was accepted and played on Shade 45 All Out Show which won him their Hate It Or Love It segment. K.O.V.E. was also one of the finalist for Rock The Bells competition. With performances where he’s opened for major acts and international concerts already in the books, his main goal is to become an icon in the entertainment industry.
Official website: www.thatdudekove.com - Rude Boy Mag
Discography
MAKING MUSIC LIVING LIFE
K.O.V.E.'s single "Superbowl BIG", NOW Available on ITunes:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/super-bowl-big-single/id592777826
K.O.V.E.'s single "Superbowl BIG" NOW Available on Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/music/album/K_O_V_E_Super_Bowl_Big?id=Bwl4dbwghpscc7cnl5fosv3bhna
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Bio
Knowledge of A Versatile Entertainer" or K.O.V.E. starts The Making Music Living Life Tour this November. #MMLL
Is the hail of the Bronx NY. International entertainer, John Covington. K.O.V.E. rips everything from runway to one-way showing why he's "that dude."
Humble beginnings is where K.O.V.E.'s legacy begins. Cyphering his way through fashion shows and becoming two-time regional winner of the Coors Light "Search for the Coldest MC," birth a rising star in the hip-hop landscape. He transformed each opportunity into the next, landing on BET's "Rap It Up Vol. 1 & 2, leading to numerous performances in LiveNation Venues.
K.O.V.E would go on to grace the stage and perform with some of contemporary musics greatest influencers. Young Jeezy, French Montana, Big Sean, The LOX, and KRS-One are a small outline of who he's appeared with on stage. K.O V.E. also diversifies his mainstream portfolio by appearing on Shade45, "One Shot Mic" with SWAU (Sirius XM Satellite personality), and Doritos "Webflix and Chill" Campaign.
The Nation's Capital is the home of K.O.V.E. Clear Channel / Radio One station 93.9 FMHD WKYS has interviewed him, while touring historical venues, The Fillmore, Howard Theatre, and Baltimore SoundStage.
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