YAC-YAN DA BIZNESSMAN

Yac-Yan Da Biznessman aka Mr.Multifaceted born Yancey Warren McWeay was raised in Washington DC where he became accustomed to the street life at a very young age. No matter how deep into the streets he got, education and music were always in the fore front of his life. Its an even combination of the street life, music, and education that comes together to form the self sufficient Biznessman we know today. Yac-Yan is the flagship artist for his 100 % owned independent label Naysay Music. Befor...

Yac-Yan Da Biznessman aka Mr.Multifaceted born Yancey Warren McWeay was raised in Washington DC where he became accustomed to the street life at a very young age. No matter how deep into the streets he got, education and music were always in the fore front of his life. Its an even combination of the street life, music, and education that comes together to form the self sufficient Biznessman we know today. Yac-Yan is the flagship artist for his 100 % owned independent label Naysay Music. Before going solo he was a member of the group Alius, whom was a known entity in the DC underground rap scene. While juggling street life and school, he managed to graduate Cum Laude from the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) in May 2002 with two degrees. He obtained an AA in Graphic Design and a BA in Studio Art while simultaneously completing his first independent album "Last But Not Least". After reaching his zenith in the DC area, Yac-Yan moved to Atlanta where he has lived and soared for the last four years. He has not only picked up where he left off, but the Biznesman intensified and elevated his grind. He quickly established a name for himself by performing at all of Atlanta's weekly showcases and events. He often found himself to be a finalists in several music contest such as "How Down Is Your Sound" which was hosted by Ryan Cameron of V103 in Atlanta and Epic Records Chevy Song search. "Being an artist from up north receiving accolades from the dirty south's most respected music power players in the middle of the dirty south movement only alludes to my tremendous talent". His music is a reflection of his real lifetime encounters with people and situations. YacYan has a gift for melody and infectious hooks and his lyrics speak for themself. He has worked with extroardinary and unique talents from Universal/The Inc recording artist The Thunderkatz to Pologrounds R&B sensation Boxie. He has also done studio work with artist from the likes of J. Holiday, Dream, to Carl Thomas. His songs have appeared on mix-tapes throughout the south and abroad . Print media has found great interest in Yac-Yan's lyrical talents and featured him in magazines such as: Street Report, SIR, FuSHion, HooD and Niche. Music Connection magazine alone named Yac-Yan as one of the top 25 demo's submitted for the year. Performing along side some of hip-hop's hottest artist at music major conferences such as the Texas Urban Muisc Summit and the ATL Record Pool warrants his cameo in Capitol/GrandHustle recording artist Alfa Mega's video "Uh Huh" Featuring T.I. and Lil Scrappy's "Cell Phone Watch" which wasbeing aired on BET. Yac-Yan Da Biznessman's persistence and diligence has earned him radio airplay in over 20 US cities for his last single "Fast Lane" whose video also can be seen online on several video outlets. Yac-Yan also has a keen sense in recognizing talent. He managed to sign Fatt Dogg to his label, whom is one of DC's most respected underground artist. In addition to music Yac-Yan has a real estate investment company, a clothing line and minority interest in other business entities. The philosophy of the Biznessman, is to utilize all of his talents to the to fullest extent. "Music is my passion but success is my obligation and daily goal". Yac-Yan is much more than an artist, he's an entrepreneur, businessman, and visionary. You can count on Yac-Yan being around for a long time because it's always good doing business with Da Biznessman! Read more: http://www.myspace.com/yacyandabiznessman