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Mania Music Group producers receive another Best of Baltimore award

2010-09-22T08:20:00.000-07:00

Mania Music Group owners and producers Dwayne "Headphones" Lawson and Brandon "Bealack" Lackey have been acknowledged directly this year as Baltimore's best beat makers for 2010 by the Baltimore City Paper.

This is the second consecutive year Mania Music Group has received a "Best of Baltimore" award following the 2009 award for "Best Label".

"Mania Music Group’s dynamic personalities make it easy to forget in-house producers Dwayne “Headphones” Lawson and Brandon “BeaLack” Lackey, but the brilliance of Mania’s debut album, Welcome to the Audience, hinges on the production duo’s sprawling approach to beatmaking."

-- citypaper.com

From all of us at Mania Music Group, we thank our fans for their continued support and look forward to more great music in the future.

Rapman Ron G featured in XXL

2010-08-04T09:00:00.000-07:00

Rapman Ron G's music has been featured in the August 2010 issue of XXL.

DJ Ill Will has reviewed "The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly" from the Mania Music Group project "Welcome to the Soundcheck". He compares the song to music from Wale, J. Cole, and Pac Div in it's conscious nature. Visit the link and vote for Rapman Ron G as the artist with the most potential to succeed!

You can find the article here: http://www.xxlmag.com/online/?p=86977

Welcome to the Audience Bonus Package

2010-06-16T11:08:00.000-07:00

Attention all iTunes, and Amazon customers; If you bought the record off of Bandcamp you were automatically given instructions on how to get bonus material. Therefore in order to receive the bonus package, email proof of purchase to... ManiaMusicGroup@ManiaMusicGroup.com

Mania Music Group is back at Always Dope!

2010-03-13T08:45:00.000-08:00

Mania Music Group artists will be returning to PedX Baltimore’s “Always Dope” event at Red Maple on March 16th, 2010!

Kane Mayfield, Dappa!!! Dan Midas, Rapman Ron G and newest artist Milly July take the stage along with DJ Blak Majik. It's free entry before 10pm, and ladies get in free until 11pm!

Red Maple
930 N Charles Street
Baltimore, MD

Hope to see you there!!!

Support Haiti relief at Bmore4Yele

2010-01-15T19:52:00.000-08:00

In the wake of the earthquake that has killed and injured so many people, and left much of Haiti in shambles, the world’s eyes are focused on providing relief for the country. Mania Music Group will be participating in Bmore4Yele on January 20th in support of the Haiti earthquake relief. The event is $10 at the door and will be held at The Velvet Rope from 8pm – midnight. More information can be found at the Hip-Hop Caucus page.

http://www.hiphophelphaiti.org/events/bmore4yele-1

Kane Mayfield vs Troy Brown battle featured in The City Paper

2009-12-08T16:26:00.000-08:00

Al Shipley, from the Baltimore City Paper and the author of the blog Government Names has written a review of last week's battle featuring Mania Music Group's own Kane Mayfield and rapper Troy Brown facilitated by Always Dope at Red Maple.

According to Shipley, Kane "...kept his tone conversational and kept thinking on his feet, deflecting every insult and getting nastier and more absurd with his own attacks, until there was simply no question who the winner was."

You can read the entire article here:
Always Dope Lives Up To Its Name

Kane Mayfield at Rams Head Live!

2009-12-07T11:12:00.000-08:00

Kane Mayfield will be opening at for nationally renowned artist Bilal at Rams Head Live! on December 16th. Kane will be joined on stage by Rapman Ron G, and Dappa!!! Dan Midas to bring you an energy packed performance that you don't wanna miss!

Doors open at 7pm and you don't want to miss a moment of the show. Tickets are limited so contact us with the information below to get yours now!

Lackey.Brandon@gmail.com or call 443-243-5400

Venue information:
Rams Head Live!
20 Market Place
Baltimore, MD
All Ages!
Doors open @ 7pm

MANIA MUSIC GROUP - Baltimore's Best!!!

2009-11-08T19:26:00.000-08:00

The votes are in, and the crowd is ready. Mania Music Group will be performing at Harder Than Baltimore on November 27th at Sonar. The address is 401 E. Saratoga St, Baltimore, MD. The is an all ages show, and doors open at 8pm.

Come out and see some of the best in Baltimore.

Rock with Mania Music Group at Always Dope

2009-11-08T19:09:00.000-08:00

Mania Music Group will be performing at Always Dope hosted by PedX Baltimore this Tuesday, November 10th, 2009. The Mania Artists will be performing along with Abrock and DJ Wells Goodington. The event is held at Red Maple, 930 North Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201.

Come come for the show, and stay for the shots! See you there!!!

Mania Music Group named the best record label in Baltimore by the City Paper

2009-09-15T23:41:00.000-07:00

Baltimore City Paper has awarded Mania Music Group the award for best label for 2009!

On behalf of everyone here at Mania Music Group, we would like to thank all of our fans. It is because of much hard work, and your support that we have been able to be nominated for this award. We it is our promise to you that we will continue to do what we do best, bring you the creative music that you want to hear. Look for the upcoming album "The Long Road.....Longevity", coming later this year.

Click here for the official article

Viva La Mania!

Mania Music Group New Singles Off The Upcoming Lp "The Long Road...Longevity"

2009-09-01T14:22:00.000-07:00

This message is to first and foremost thank those who have been listening to and enjoying our music. We have a nice treat coming down the pike. However for those who don't know us we're putting 2 new singles out to promote The Long Road.....Longevity album.

Below are the 2 singles we're pushing off our upcoming Lp. Both records are a little different from whats going on now in music we wanted to take a slight risk here with this project. We hope you enjoy the records and please let us know what you think about the records. Thanks Again

http://www.zshare.net/audio/64952062a26ced0f/
Artist: Dappa!!!Dan Midas
Song: Hold Ur Head
Producer:BeaLack and Headphonemusik For Mania Music Group
Feature Artist(s):N/A
Album/Project Title: The Long Road...Longevity
Release Date:Fall/Winter '09
Label: Mania Music Group
Website: http://www.maniamusicgroup.com

http://www.zshare.net/audio/649521034ff7c4c2/
Artist: Kane Mayfield & Rapman Ron G
Song: The Beast
Producer: BeaLack and Headphonemusik For Mania Music Group
Feature Artist(s): Danj!
Album/Project Title: The Long Road...Longevity
Release Date: Fall/Winter '09
Label: Mania Music Group
Website: http://www.maniamusicgroup.com

Fresh Cherries from Yakima on Dappa Dan !!! Midas

2009-06-10T20:49:00.000-07:00

An artist blog called Fresh Cherries from Yakima does a list of best baltmore songs of 2008 (list season: the best baltimore songs of 2008.), in which they mention the live from the arcade EP and the unplaceable nature of the artist Dappa Dan !!! Midas. Go check it out -> http://freshcherriesfromyakima.com/wp/?p=499

Kane Mayfield Partys in your face on his beemp3.com mp3-ringtone

2009-05-02T13:52:00.000-07:00

"Party in your face" by Kane Mayfield from the maniamusicgroup sampler has been picked up by beemp3.com. So, go get your "Party in your face" ringtone at beemp3.com, just like the sampler, IT IS FREE!!! What are you waiting for click right Here

41yo.com on Rapman Ron G's "Baltimore" and "Da Law" Remix

2009-05-02T12:26:00.000-07:00

last week, on April 25th, maniamusicgroup released two side tracks, get it? Anyways, they were remixes of "Baltimore" by Rapman Ron G and "Da Law" both on the "LUNCH" ep by Rapman Ron G. Well, 41yo.com took notice and gave the whole scoop behind the release and spoke a little about the mania production style. You can check the article out here -> http://www.41yo.com/?p=1524 or you can just download & listen to tracks below, ENJOY!

-”Baltimore (SP1200 Remix)”

-”Baltimore” (Original)

-”Da Law” (High-Speed Chase Remix)”

-”Da Law” (Original)

Al Shipley mentions Soul Food & Sushi

2009-04-22T20:10:00.000-07:00

On Government names, Al Shipley mentions the Soul Food and Sushi mixtape put together by Brandon Soderberg and Joseph Ohegyi. He even thought about doing something similar. Go check it out. Viva La Mania!!!

Liberators of Hip hop interview Rapman Ron G

2009-04-22T17:57:00.000-07:00

The liberators of hip hop under the "That next dude" section, gives Rapman Ron G some shine as he is rightfully THAT NEXT DUDE to look out for. They cover his struggles in gaining exposure, his history with hip hop, his style and end in a more than unusual way. But check it out @ Liberators of hiphop's site or follow their twitter post on it https://twitter.com/LiberatorsHQ/status/1565006214

A Mania mixtape by Brandon Soderberg of "No Trivia" blog

2009-04-13T14:15:00.000-07:00

Brandon Soderberg of "No Trivia" blog has made a compilation of his best records from maniamusicgroup, in a mixtape he calls "Soul food & sushi." The title stems from a radio interview at WQFS in Guilford, NC, where Dappa Dan!!! Midas descibes the combination of Dwayne "Headphone" Lawson and Brandon "Bealack" Lackey's production as feeling like "Soul food and Sushi." So just before you go try mixing soul food and sushi to understand what he means, I will advice you to check out Brandon's post on "No Trivia" to download the mixtape and save your stomach the confusing experience. By the way the mixtape was mixed by Joseph Oheygi. CHECK IT OUT by following this link to the No Trivia blog "SOUL FOOD & SUSHI." or this link to 41yo.com website or you can just download it directly through this link "SOUL FOOD & SUSHI"

City Paper covers Mania at "The Quarter"

2009-04-11T00:32:00.000-07:00

Al Shipley from the baltimore city paper reviews the show at the quarter at bourbon street, Follow this link to view the article -> Baltimore City Paper article on Mania's performs at the Quarter at Bourbon Street

ManiaMusicGroup Outtakes & Demo release 2008

2009-04-11T00:15:00.000-07:00

Maniamusicgroup just released the outtakes, demos, freestyles and joke tracks of 2008. For example, Kane's Myspace song that touches on the different characters that you come across on myspace, and the first track which was a freestyle by one of the fictional artists on mania. Anyways, thats enough talk, go check it out!

What u doing on Saturday? Come watch Mania Perform

2009-04-02T18:03:00.000-07:00

Mania Music Group will be performing at the The Quarter at bourbon street ballroom(formerly hammerjacks) this saturday, April 4th, 2009, with a fleet of other baltimore talents such as: MINLUS & MCCRACKEN, JADE FOX, WORDSMITH, etc. The address is 316 Guilford Ave, Baltimore, MD 21202.

The applause will not be complete without your clap, See you there!!!

Mania to perform at University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) - Quadmania on 04/18/2009

2009-04-01T14:58:00.000-07:00

If the word "mania" is in it, we are there. For the week long celebration of Quadmania, UMBC has enlisted the expertise of Maniamusicgroup for the task of entertaining the crowd. The date is April 18th, 2009. For more info go to UMBC Student Event Board's (SEB) facebook page -> here

Mania music group's upcoming show at University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) on 04/17/2009

2009-04-01T13:44:00.000-07:00

Maniamusicgroup is scheduled to perform at University of Pennsylvania's Spring Fling Festival on April 17th, 2009. See you there!!!

Maniamusicgroup freestyles on air

2009-03-30T15:56:00.000-07:00

The next day, following the Guilford College show's series of unfortunate events that even lemony snickets couldn't match, The mania artist's were invitied to an interview with Adam of WQFS. During the interview, he suggests an impromptu freestyle session, of which Mania obliged. Below is the footage of the cipher, enjoy!

Mania Music Group WQFS Freestyle from obi Odumodu on Vimeo.

Brandon Soderberg of "No Trivia" blog covers the Guilford show

2009-03-28T00:55:00.000-07:00

Not missing even the tiny-est detail, Brandon Soderberg recounts the events of march 20th, 2009, surrounding the Maniamusicgroup performance at Guilford college during the Serendity festival that led to an outright stage-jacking by the mania artists, Rapman Ron G, Kane Mayfield, and Dappa!!! Dan Midas. Brandon leads in with an introduction of each mania artist through their personality infused lyrics, and basically spells out their genius in his impressively eloquent fashion. He also provides a short video compilation of snippets from the guilford experience, which shows the mania artists conversing, performing, and partying with the Guilford kids. You can visit the article by following this link -> Brandon Soderberg On "Maniamusicgroup at Guilford College," You can also watch the Brandon's video of the events below, enjoy! Viva La Mania!!!

Mania Music Group at Guilford from 41yo Dotcom on Vimeo.

Mania Interviews with WQFS @ Guilford College, NC

2009-03-22T18:37:00.000-07:00

Adam, from WQFS, gave a post-show interview with the mania artists and producers. As usual mania brings the hilarity in full force. During the show, they talk about the artistic process and group cohesion that leads to the acoustic marvel in the mania music deliveries. They also discuss the interesting series of events that led to mania music artists storming the stage and rocking the crowd in that oh'so manic fashion. Feel free to listen to the audio transcript of the show below. ENJOY!

Illroots tries to figure Dappa!!! Dan Midas out

2009-03-21T18:33:00.000-07:00

Under the "Get to know" media at Illroots.com, they tried to categories the uncategorical artist called "Dappa!!! Dan Midas." At some point his music will make you wonder what genre you are rocking to. hmm? Don't bog your brain cells, just enjoy the good music because "eclectic" is an understatement when describing Midas.

Check out the article on illroots here

"Headbussa" Kane's new single

2009-03-21T18:05:00.000-07:00

Kane Mayfield's new single "Headbussa" gets reviewed by Al Shipley on his Government Names blog. Get the track here-> http://sharebee.com/b391e60b and visit Government names for the review. Check it out!

2009-03-17T07:21:00.000-07:00

Mania artists are set to perform for the Guilford College crowd, in Guilford, Virginia, during their week long Entertainment festival, "serendipidty." The show is scheduled for the 20th of March, 2009. For More information call 336-316-2203 or email: cab@guilford.edu

Vote for Mania Artists on URB magazine

2009-02-20T14:44:00.000-08:00

URB Magazine is looking to showcase top talents in the urban scene of hip-hop and its culture through the NEXT1000 contest. Of which the true deserving talents of mania are participating with tracks off their free for download albums. So follow the links below to support each artist by clicking on their individual photos. Viva La Mania!!!

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The Examiner examines the person behind the art, Dappa Dan!!! Midas

2009-01-26T00:33:00.001-08:00

Brian Hosley of the Examiner had a sit down with Midas and came up with a very insightful biographical article of how he and his musical style came about. He even reveals the fact that Midas grew up listening to soul music. I bet that little tidbit explains the uniqueness in Midas's sound. Drop by the Examiner and get to know the musical genius in the making, just follow this link "MIDAS - THE EXAMINER"

Viva La Mania!!!

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Getting to know Rapman Ron G @ Illroots.com

2009-01-16T01:44:00.000-08:00

As the hiphop spotlight begins to turn towards the DMV, it is inevitably going to shine on baltimore thus illuminating the best talents, that is exactly how illroots.com found the Rapman Ron G center-stage with tracks like "Grind," "I heard about it," and "Blvd." Take a visit to illroots.com to see the article, and also drop by the maniamusicgroup.com website to download Ron G's Ep and works for FREE!!! Enjoy

Viva La Mania!!!

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Al Shipley reviews Midas 's EP and predicts his future

2008-12-03T17:23:00.000-08:00

Al Shipley, author of Government Names blog, has known and covered Midas for a good while, even before ManiaMusicGroup. In his recent review of Midas 's EP "LIVE FROM THE ARCADE," he talks about Midas growing as an artist and gradually approaching the point of perfection musically. He also dropped his 2 cents on the tracks "Plastic," "Your fired" and his favorite song of the EP, "Push Start." SO if you haven't already downloaded this EP, click here right Now. Plus go take a look at the article on Government Names Blog by following this link.

VIVA LA MANIA!!!

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Get to know Kane mayfield in the Baltimore Examiner

2008-12-01T13:59:00.000-08:00

Kane gets examined by Brian Holsey of the Baltimore Examiner. A brief bio on how Chris became Kane is the subject of focus on this one. Did you know that Kane initially was drawn to DJ-ing? Imagine the blade runner spinning records, the world would've been deprived of the larger than life personality on wax. So go to the examiner by following this link, to read the article.

VIVA LA MANIA!!!

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Kane is Crowned "Best Newcomer" at the Baltimore Crown Awards

2008-11-15T14:21:00.000-08:00

To the left is Mr. Kane Mayfield, "Mr" for the distinguished look, cheesing for the crowd at the Baltimore Crown Event while he accepts the award in his usual gabby but witty way. First step, "Baltimore Crown," next step, "Grammys."

you can check out the Baltimore Scene's (the organizer's) myspace page by following this link http://www.myspace.com/baltimorescene

Viva la Mania

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Midas's records get blog-reviewed at "No Trivia" and "Only for the D.M.V"

2008-11-15T14:07:00.000-08:00

Midas gets awesome reviews from some of the most reputable hiphop blog sites. On "No Trivia," they are impressed with his ability to infuse depth and fun in "Plastic." Not to give it all away, go check it out by following this link to the "NO TRIVIA BLOG" also he gets mentioned on the "ONLY FOR THE DMV BLOG" check it out. VIva La Mania!!!

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Dappa Dan!!! Midas in The Mumbo Sauce vol. 3 Mixtape by Dj Heat

2008-11-08T20:51:00.000-08:00

Dappa Dan!!! Midas is part of a DMV mixtape movement by DJ Heat. The featured song was "push Start" from his most recent EP release "Live from the arcade" downloadable for free from the maniamusicgroup website or by following this link "Live From the Arcade". The DJ Heat mixtape titled "The Mumbo Sauce Vol. 3" can be downloaded following either of these links http://www.zshare.net/download/50975334b6562380/ or "http://sharebee.com/d47670da" ENJOY!!

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Watch Kane perform at the Baltimore Crown Event

2008-11-06T22:15:00.000-08:00

Kane will be performing at the five seasons on November 7th, during the Baltimore Crown event that commemorates the active and respectable forces to reckon with in the Baltimore Hiphop scene.

Come support Baltimore and Maniamusicgroup. Once again,

The location: The five seasons

The event: Baltimore's Crown

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The Baltimore daily interviews the Heads of Mania

2008-11-04T00:32:00.000-08:00

ManiaMusicGroups Brandon Lackey and Dwayne Lawson speak on mania's present state and future direction. They also restate their mission of producing unique material through the fusion of the manic minds that exist in the label. For a more indepth look at the mind of mania, go read the interview and see what all the fuss is about. Enjoy.

Follow the link or just click on the image to read the interview article: http://www.bthesite.com/archives/2008/11/mania-music-group-provides-theme-music-for-the-misfits/

Listen to Kane's Interview with MayaHotBlaze on blogtalk radio

2008-11-03T23:26:00.000-08:00

Click the images or follow this link

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mayahotblaze/2008/10/29/Open

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Kane Mayfield's EP "Prelude to the Blade Runner" gets reviewed on Governement Names

2008-10-30T04:29:00.000-07:00

Drop by the Government Names blog, hosted by Al Shipley, and check out the review of Kane's recent EP "Prelude to the BladeRunner." If you have some thoughts on it too, feel free to drop us some lines of insight.

the review article can be found here: http://governmentnames.blogspot.com/2008/10/kane-mayfield-prelude-to.html

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Wow! Even the Baltimore Examiner is talking about Mania

2008-10-30T04:10:00.000-07:00

For article link: Click HERE

Mania must be doing something right. Maybe its just good music. Well, Brian Hosley a fellow musician / writer for the examiner takes his time to mention the month of mania and expresses his amazement as to how the music can be given away for FREE.

He also says, and I quote "The group prides itself on their dedication to originality, consistently breaking with mainstream currents to develop songs that are true expressions of their artists’ personalities." This sums it all.

In case you do not get a chance to read the article (here), there is also mention of the upcoming "Lunatic Fringe" track, set for release on Halloween.

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Rapman Ron-G's New EP "LUNCH" has been served

2008-10-26T20:50:00.000-07:00

In conclusion of the month of mania, Maniamusicgroup is serving you "Lunch", the name of the new Rapman Ron-G's EP. If the EP was a meal, Ron-G cooks up the meanest gourmet-soul food, meaning you get the best ingredients with a home-style delivery. For a youngster, Ron-G drops heavy-weighted messages like a sage, but plays with his vocals on the instrumentals like a kid in a sandbox to balance out the tone of seriousness he brings to the table. If you want to know what to expect of the future of hiphop, go to http://maniamusicgroup.com/ or get it directly from here, download and listen to Ron-G's EP "Lunch," You will be well fed.

Pardon the puns

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Midas is "Live from the Arcade", his new EP is CRAZY!!!

2008-10-19T22:56:00.000-07:00

Many people use the word unique, but Midas chose to spell it out with every track on his new EP called "Live From The Arcade." There absolutely is nothing like it or even close to it for many miles from baltimore, so you might as well give it a try, Maniamusicgroup must be crazy to let it out for FREE!!!

Download it at the maniamusicgroup.com website or just follow this link "Live from the arcade"

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Month of Mania releases Kane Mayfield

2008-10-12T19:33:00.000-07:00

With the EP "Prelude to the bladerunner," ManiaMusicGroup proudly presents Kane Mayfield, "The bladerunner."

In order to grasp the simple complexity of the individual, I suggest that you listen to the tracks on the EP, I mean REALLY LISTEN... you just might get it!!!

Download it @ maniamusicgroup.com, or just click on the links above IT's FREE!!!

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Baltimore is looking

2008-10-12T08:24:00.000-07:00

Check out the review article from AL shipley on the new ManiamusicGroup mixtape and the month of mania. Be on the lookout for the next release. VIVA LA MANIA!!!

http://governmentnames.blogspot.com/2008/10/various-artists-wmmg-presents-mania.html

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The Mania Music Group Mixtape is out!!! FREE

2008-10-04T13:50:00.000-07:00

Mania Music Group in the spirit of the month of mania, has released their first mixtape, featuring Midas, Ron G, and Kane Mayfield in an impromptu jam session, flaunting their exquisite lyrical accumen on familiar hiphop tracks. Go to maniamusicgroup.com and download the mixtape for free. ENJOY!!!

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Mania Featured in Baltimore City Paper

2008-09-12T02:34:00.000-07:00

Mania Music Group has been featured in baltimore Citypaper (link). With mention of the upcoming MONTH OF MANIA. You can find the article by following the link below.
(Click here)-->Mania featured in Baltimore City Paper

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MMG's Brandon Lackey scores movie

2008-09-12T02:13:00.000-07:00

Mania's co-owner and producer Brandon lackey scored the upcoming 2009 movie "Sister Switch," starring Different world's Kadeem Hardison a.k.a Dwayne Wayne and baltimore's up-and-coming young startlet Neenah Taylor.

The movie directed by Terrance Colvin of 24k black movies production is set to release in february, 2009. The score of the movie features original instrumental tracks by Brandon lackey and Dwayne Lawson, and also songs from the different artist's of mania, such as "Biggest Fan" by Midas, "Boulevard" by Ron G, and "Party in your face" by Kane. All these songs are included on the ManiaMusicGroup sampler, which is free for download on the maniamusicgroup.com website. Look out for more coming out of mania. The sky ain't the limit.

Mania Artists at sonar

2008-09-12T02:02:00.000-07:00

AT the sonar on 09/11/2008, mania artist Kane, supported by co-artist Midas, will be a featured act for the Ground Zero urban music showcase hosted by the unstoppable nukleheadz.

This show gives the opportunity for up-and-coming artists and labels to showcase their work in the spirit of competition. Also participating in this event is Mania's own co-owner and producer, Dwayne Lawson a.k.a headphonez, in the panel of judges that will be deciding on the finalists and winners. Drop by this thursday and show your support and encouragement for Baltimore hiphop. PEACE!!!

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October declared the "Month of Mania"

2008-09-03T04:50:00.000-07:00

October is the Month of Mania. Each week, we will be offering free downloads on the label's website, including solo EPs from each artist.
This is a welcome present to the fans, because taking is not what we are do here at mania.

The theme of the releases will be centered around Baltimore club music and old-school hip-hop. So mark your calendars with red ink, because we hope to give you a red october.

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Mania Music Group is hard @ work (08/25/2008)

2008-08-22T18:46:00.000-07:00

more to come...