Let me just start this post with saying I'm a fan of Ron Beatty (formerly known as Chedda Chapp). He helps to define the mind, drive and ambition of the "Independent Artist". Ron has been one of those artists that keeps you believing in big dreams and the "never give up" philosophy. After his last project, "The Empty Theater", Ron moved to Atlanta, seeking more recognition, more opportunity and more outlets to share his music with. His mentors, since early on, are the same people that played a pivotal role in J. Cole's early career. Brion Unger (Nervous Reck), Noland Hicks & Bobwire. Nerv also produced for Cole's latest album, "2014 Forest Hills Drive". Ron Beatty just released the 1st single and video from his upcoming album, "Manifest Destiny", and I love the visual backdrop and the content in his lyrics. "Heard About Me" leaves it all on the table about his struggles with his music career. Ron pulls us into his mindset, and I'm sure a lot of other artists will relate to this track. After listening to the words in this song, I'm looking forward the full project because I have a feeling going back to using his government name, Ron Beatty is ready to let the world know exactly what he has to say...About music, life and his future. Follow @ronbeattync (IG & Twitter) @nervreck Website Life's Grand
New Bern, NC native, Chedda Chapp (aka Rontray Beatty) pulls listeners into his struggles and rise as an Independent Artist. Continuously building his work ethics and education, Chedda found himself in Winston-Salem, NC, studying finance at Winston-Salem State University. He started taking as many internships that he could to use the opportunities to explore other parts of the country and to broaden his perspective musically and personally. Eventually Chedda linked with fellow student Paris "P-Wise" Franks (cousin to Nolo) and was introduced to All-Terrain Music (ATM). Leading that label were Brion "Nervous Reck" Unger and Robert "Bobwire" Lawrence, both from Fayetteville, who showed him that quality music was more then just rapping over beats.
After a disappointing launch of his 1st project, The Next Chappter, and the breakdown of ATM, Chapp decided to launch his own movement, calling it 24/7, which represented his grind and the grind of other artists within the movement, T.Walker, AKAJ and Jey Davis. 24/7 was building a buzz throughout North Carolina's triangle area. Leading Chapp to release 2 more projects. Neither built the steam he was hoping for so he stepped back and finished his college education and focused on his personal life. Obviously the time off to regroup did some good, Chedda moved to Raleigh and linked back up with P-Wise, Nerv Reck and schoolmate Streetz Mentor. After over a year of dedication, struggles and collaborations, the "Life's Grand 24/7" emerged and the release of Chedda Chapp's best work thus far..."The Empty Theater"
