Bio

Kentral “Handles” Savage A dream does not remain a dream for long when you wake up every day with the motivation to achieve it. Aspiring rapper Handles brings new meanings to the word “hunger”; consistently displaying his drive to fulfill his appetite for artistic success. To the Virginia State University student body, he’s Kentral Savage while to music-craving ears, he’s the savaging beast prop...erly names Handles; flooding airwaves with a lyrically incising set of bars that you not only bob your head in unison to, but mentally commend him for his perpetual ambition. Similar to the soothing effect elevator music has on most individuals, Handles provides you with musical delights that can be played virtually anywhere; AKA: no curse words. While many rappers in their adolescent 20’s struggle to locate the adjectives in their minds to express the emotions of their verses, he seemingly effortlessly flows his thoughts through his mouth, censor-free. Proving to listeners both young and old how set apart he is from the social stigma of rappers today. Properly making the bed he chooses to lay in, he studies the art of music production, ultimately strengthening his already natural talent. With a commitment each and every aspect of learning, he continues to pursue his master’s degree with both an associate and bachelor’s degree already notched on his belt. Such motivation to his intellect shines throughout his lyrics, and inspires nearly everyone to master the craft they are blessed with. “I think music is in everyone.” “His belief in that unites every soul with the sole purpose of keeping us all connected through music and forever bonded to the liberation of self-expression. “He is a bold person with a bold message – say what you have to say and say it your way.” Devotion is the motive, success is the goal, and expression is key. The melodic art provided by Kentral “Handles” Savage is not to be heard but to be listened to. Reviews “Savage's youthful vigor is matched only by his surprisingly mature musical ability.” - A&R Select "I had previously heard some of his joints on YouTube and liked where dudes head was. So when the mixtape dropped I was like yes sirree! Let me tell you. I was not let down. Neck was hurting after it was over. I mean, it’s a head nodder most of the way through. And lyrically, he takes me back to a time when it wasn't just about money, it wasn't about fame, it was about respecting the culture and dropping jewels in your ear." - Ms.Anita, becauseilovehiphop.com "one of hottest young niggas on the fucking planet, and thats right, I am cosigning this nigga!" - DJ Young Cee, Shadyville/G-Unit's DJ - G-Unit Records "I was impressed and I think they will be too." - Soul Wallace, COO, Business Manager for Skyzoo - Shining Shadow Recordings "He is truely a great lyricist and a great storyteller." - Wilbo VP of Royalty Life Records, LLC His Accomplishments below: -Finalist for The Next Big Superstar VA(sponsored by Slip N Slide,Def Jam, Atlantic Records) -FRESH (music video) made Top 5 Countdown on VideoCity -REAL MUSIC (music video) made Top 5 Countdown on VideoCity -Performed at AND1 Event -Featured on major mixtapes by DJs known worldwide -Performed at Hampton University Homecoming -Performed at Virginia State University -Fall Jam 2011 featuring Malice (1/2 of Clipse) -Selected to perform at Coast2Coast Music Industry Mixer-NYC: Webster Hall -Invited to join DJ Young Cee (Shadyville/G-Unit DJ) on tour Discography: Thinking Ahead hosted by DJ Nice (2009) Thinking 2wice Ahead: The Mixtape hosted by DJ Nice (2010) Thinking More Than Ever hosted DJ Strez (2011) Thinking 2wice Ahead: The Album (2011) -available on iTunes or http://handles.bandcamp.com/ For booking: Tiffany Mahaley: [email protected] For beat submissions: [email protected]