Founded in 2007, Keys and Ink is an organization of Multi-Platinum Composers & Songwriters.
In 2010, The Keys and Ink brand expanded into a multi-genre 3,500.sqft.+ commercial recording facility, catering to major and independent bands, artist, record labels, etc. Alongside music on tape, the team also composes sound for motion picture of all types. From Billboard topping hit songs to background music on feature films and video games, our goal to provide the essential elements of great music. The team has collectively worked with likes such as:
- Lil Wayne
- Rick Ross
- Plies
- Slim Thug
- Letoya Luckett
- Soulja Boy
- Ludacris
- Gucci Mane
- Trae
- Jazze Pha
- Yung Berg
- Dorrough
- Chamillionaire
- Yo Gotti
- Young Joc
- Snoop Dogg
- Paul Wall and so many more of the recording industries elite.
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Founder
Isaac "Yung Chill" Yowman |
This "yung" music mogul is way ahead of his time. Completing one of the music industries most highly acclaimed recording programs at FullSail University, producing, songwriting and engineering was inevitably his second nature. Thriving to be more educated on his craft, he continued to complete with a Bachelor's degree in Entertainment Business at the mere age of 20.
Composing work for A-List artist such as Rick Ross, Lil' Wayne, Snoop Dogg, Paul Wall and more, his vision was beyond just his Yamaha Motif keys and BIC ballpoint pen ink. Chill grasped the idea that there is strength in numbers and that teamwork expedites success. Recognizing that the two vital elements to a hit song, no matter the genre, are music and lyrics; Chill organized the multi-platinum music making dream team today known as Keys and Ink.
Early 2010, Chill decided to take the Keys and Ink branding to the next level by opening a 3500 sqft. world class commercial audio facility in Houston, Tx. (Keys and Ink Recording Studios) including 3 recording studios, production/writing room, lounge, kitchen and more. As he continues to develop new artist, produce, song write and engineer for some of the industries most prominent artist its evident that his future is completely unlimited. |
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Publishing & Business Administrator
Roxell Richards |
Entertainment attorney Roxell Richards has practiced in the music industry for over a decade. Working closely with multi-platinum artists Lil Flip, Scarface, the Ying Yang Twins, and Grammy - nominated producer Mannie Fresh her experience is evident. Bar certified in Texas and California, Ms. Richards opened her own firm in 2004 with offices in Houston and Los Angeles. The firm's focus is music and film distribution, administration and licensing.
Roxell is also passionate about educating people about entertainment law, and is a frequent guest speaker at conference nationwide, including the Core DJ's Texas Urban Music Summit II and the All Access Music Conference in Miami. Her experience, wisdom and strong work ethic is what sets her apart in this industry. As co-owner of Keys and Ink, she brings the makes sure all the t's are crossed and all the i's are dotted. Richards administrates the publishing for all producers, songwriters, and artist affiliated with the orginazation as well as takes care of business affairs related to the company. |
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Recording Studios
Arthur "AB" Bob |
Arthur, born in Layfeyette, LA. is the ambitious business brains behind Keys and Ink Recording Studios. He has years of executive experience as well as artist management and promotion skills that are also helpful to the day to day operation on our world class recording facility. As a successful owner of multiple other corporations, AB knows what it takes to properly keep a company generating clientele.
In 2009 Arthur started his own independent label, Artroz Records, which he gained much knowledge of how the music game is played. With his strengths and non-stop work ethic for the organization he is a key factor of the companies success. |
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A&R/Management
Andre "Dre" Monsanto |
½ of Necronam, Andre “Dre” Monsanto has a decade of music industry experience spanning from Executive Producing projects to A&R and Managing.
Working with such artist as Jamie Foxx, Young Joc, Lonnie Bereal, Short Dawg of Young Money, Slim Thug & Bow Wow to name a few.
In 2008, he teamed up with super producer/writer, Brandon “BC” Crear to form the production powerhouse Necronam, LLC. In the short span of only 2 years Necronam has obtained two gold plaques and eight national placements on three different albums. The first Gold certified album was Plies “The Definition of Real”LP, which he placed “Ol’ Lady.” Plies following album “Da Realest”, which is also RIAA certified gold, has 4 tracks placed by Dre as follows: “Me and My Goons”, “Gotta Be” and “Suppose to Do” Produced by BC and “Spend Da Night” produced by Multi-platinum composer Kenoe. On Plies’s most recent release “Goon Affiliated”, Dre landed 2 more solid records titled “Go Live” and “Goonnett”.
Utilizing his experience to build a strong network of relationships within the industry, Dre is rapidly becoming a go to guy for securing song placements and recording contracts with established record labels and artist. |
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Composer/Songwriter
Brandon "BC" Crear |
½ of Necronam, Born in Galveston Island, Young BC began writing poetry and producing songs at a very early age. With 2 certified gold albums under his belt, Crear's raw creativity shows in his production. With the ability to be extremely versatile, from mainstream alternative pop to under ground hip-hop. Starting in the industry as an aspiring artist, BC went from group to group and label to label trying to place his feet in the best opportunity. Crear realized that the only way he could have complete control of his situation was to start his own company. In 2008, he took initiative by starting up Necronam LLC. Soon after starting, the company he inducted a few members and formed a system of networking within the music industry to get music heard. Placing records on Plies, Bow Wow, Bun B, Nappy Roots, Slim Thug and more BC and Necronam's longevity in this game is far from vague |
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Composer/Arranger
Gavin "G.Luck" Luckett & Brandon "B-Don" Pitre |
The Platinum-Awarded Production duo, known as, “GL Productions” reign from the south side of Houston, Texas. Gavin ”G.Luck” Luckett and Brandon “B.Don” Pitre were introduced as teens at Madison High School in Houston. G. Luck & B.Don were destined to be involved in music and entertainment; they did not realize they were fated to produce as a team until their last year of High School in 2003. As two exceptionally talented, yet humble producers, G. Luck & B.Don have emerged to being amongst the Top Producers in Houston, and are quickly becoming a household name in the southern region and in Los Angeles.
Influenced by all genres of music, the incomparable duo have produced for artists such as: Slim Thug, Boss Hogg Outlawz, Ludacris, Dorrough, LeToya Luckett, Gucci Mane, Soulja Boy, J.Valentine, and Young Problemz, just to name a few. Hard work, perseverance, determination and the simplicity of the love for the art of music magnetically connected the duo and is what keeps them in pursuit of their dream as, GL Productions. |
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Singer/Songwriter
Mateo Amarei |
Singer/Songwriter Mateo Amarei was born September 3rd, 1986 in Galveston, Tx. He has taken his natural love for music and cultivated it through the years by joining the Award Winning Choir at Clear Lake Intermediate, after moving from his home island to Houston, Texas, he continued honing his musical talents throughout his High School Career.
After High School, Teo went on to share the same stage with some of the Music Industry’s biggest acts such as T.I., Young Jeezy, Lil’ Wayne, Slim Thug, Paul Wall,Trina, Bun B, Chamillionaire and many more. Mateo Amarei has also been blessed enough to work with several talented writers and Artists such as Montell Jordan, The Office/BlackBaby Inc. Twista, CeCe Peniston, Bad Boy Records, Songbook, Darkchild, Kendrick Dean and Yung Joc to name a few.
In, 2008 Mateo Amarei signed with Exposure Management Group headed by the reputable C.E.O. Kevin Connal, this situation has landed him meetings with the top labels and CEOs in the Music Industry including Mr. Clive Davis, David Geffen, Kevin Liles, etc. The future looks bright for this young singer/songwriter and his determination and drive will continue to persist as his career take flight. |
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Composer
Theo "Mas Beatz" Edmonds |
Theo "MasBeatz" Edmonds is a native of Dinwiddie County, Virginia. Born May 12, 1987, this young man's musical background stretches back to his elementary school years. Learning to read and play music in the 4th grade.Throughout middle and high school, MasBeatz continued to excel as a musician, learning instruments such as the alto, tenor, and baritone saxophones, as well as the tuba.
By the 10th grade, he had begun working in the production aspect of music, which he became very passionate and serious about. He collaborated with various local artists and producers, and became known as "MasBeatz", a pseudonym meaning "big, or massive beats".
In the spring of 2007, MasBeatz began working with The Inkredibles, where he gained more experience, and eventually expanded his listening and production into the genre of pop. MasBeatz began to make his first steps into the music industry working with known artists such as: Capone-n-Noreaga, Rick Ross, Mya, and Yung Berg. MasBeatz' music is recognized easiest by his signature, low pitched "Uhhh" tag. This versatile producer is one of the next major and lasting face in the music industry. |
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Composer/Songwriter
Ricquo Jones |
This 21 year old songwriter, producer and performer is a rare commodity in this industry. He has natural talent and passion for music and he expresses it through all his music. You can hear all of his influences from Michael Jackson, Kanye West, to the Fall Out Boys to name a few. Jones does not live inside the box when he is creating music. He has written and produced for many artist from Houston, Dallas, LA, and Canada. Ricquo looks forward to changing the lives of people globally with his music, showing them it is cool to be weird and embrace who you are. This future icon of the industry is ready to take his seat at the top. |
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