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There is a way in which a song reveals the true colors of its writer, and when the backstory of a writer navigates between a love of performing arts and five years of U.S. Navy service including a tour of duty in Afghanistan, one begins to understand why the songs from Ryan Ellis resonate in a way seldom heard. A true collision of creativity and raw honesty that can only flourish on the road less traveled. The ardent nature of Ryan’s songwriting has empowered him to write for veteran worship artists such as Chris Tomlin, Matt Redman, Natalie Grant, Meredith Andrews, Jared Andrews, House Fires, Jeremy Riddle, Steven Malcolm and For All Seasons. He received ASCAP's 'Most Performed Song 2018' award for “Resurrection Power” and an accompanying Dove Award Nomination as career milestones. Accolade, however, is not the fuel of Ellis’ fire. Ellis is not afraid to explore the deepest questions of life. Yet, amidst the inquisitions, there is always a lyric seasoned with hope at the end of the tunnel. This crossroad of question and answer is most poignantly depicted in his 2019 dual album release “Lyfe” and “Rysponse”. Lyfe and Rysponse are both a challenge and invitation to listeners to be candid about the struggle yet stand firm in the truth and promises of God.

People often talk about the future of hip-hop music like it isn't right now. As if the future were some far off paint splotch occupying our collective imagination. On the contrary, the future is now, and some aren't afraid to take it where it's going. Enter Social Club Misfits the Broward duo that has built a cult following on the strength of their provocative oeuvre and singular, quick-witted approach. Comprised of Marty and Fern, Social Club Misfits is the after-effect of two distinctive personalities meshing to create an invigorating sound. The self-monikered "Misfits" are disruptors in every sense, challenging norms and bringing other misfits along for the ride. With a host of projects and EP's under their proverbial belt, including the Billboard-charting full lengths The Misadventures of Fern and Marty and Into the Night, Social Club Misfits have made a sport of pushing boundaries and redefining the possibilities of what faith-based music can accomplish. From headlining sold out tours across the country to spawning imitators the world over, it's clear the duo has struck a chord with listeners from all walks of life. They have bypassed perceived gatekeepers in favor of carving their own lane and fueling their purpose. While some are content with moving wherever the current leads, Social Club Misfits have embraced their calling as leaders of a more intentional school of thought. The misfits are now.