Merchantz Ent LLC
Streetwise and Poetic Just-Is (Spazmatik) are two of the original members of the Denver based, 5 man rap group "The Merchantz" and also co-founders of Merchantz Entertainment LLC. Merchantz Ent is a multi-faceted entertainment firm and record label that specializes in artist management, development, marketing, promotion, song writing, production, beat making, publishing, distribution, and short run CD duplication . The Merchantz are from Denver Colorado. There are five original members of The Merchantz and they inlcude Streetwise, Poetic Just-Is (aka Spazmatik), Don Sosa, Dezert E, and Scorch. As President and VP of Merchantz Entertainment LLC Streetwise and Poetic Just-Is, oversee the operation of the label. All publishing, marketing, promotion, distribution,booking, and recording go through them. As artists Streetwise and Poetic set themselves apart as emcees and lyricists by producing well constructed, insightful, intelligent rhyme schemes. While providing versatile deliveries along with creative word play, they craft each song with meaning and purpose. As well as rap, Streetwise also writes r&b, rock and pop songs, screen plays, and produces professional,industry quality beats across various genres of music.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
formed in 2001 The Merchantz started out as a 5 man group, eventually all branching out to focus on individual projects. Streetwise and Poedic Just-Is (Spazmatik) co-presidents of Merchantz Entertainment LLC sought to expand their vision by not only being artists, but managers, promoters, publishers, as well as offering beat making, song writing and production, artist development, marketing, distribution, and a host of other valuable services through their company.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
yes we have played live at many venues across the state of colorado such as Casselmans, Cervantes, The Aggie Theater, Tooey's, Quixotes, The Roxy, Hermans hideaway, Rock n Soul Cafe, and many other venues in the state, as well as in dallas, houston, new mexico and regionally.
Your musical influences
2 pac, biggie, jay z, nas, beanie sigel, jadakiss, dr dre, snoop dogg, diplomats, whodini, slick rick and doug e, big daddy kane, tribe called quest, the roots, talib kweli, mos def, common, kanye west, timbaland, just blaze, darkchild, pharrell jermaine dupri, and so many others as well. we try to draw inspiration from all types and genres of music.
What equipment do you use?
FL Studio XXL have been since 2004
