Entertainment

How an independent artist from Istanbul is ready to leave his mark on the Rap game

Published

4 years ago

August 1, 2020

When MobBeatz released his debut single “Heaven Sent”, he did not expect it to blow up the way it did. His emotional lyrics and moody production sucked the listener into the song. “Heavent Sent” gained over a hundred thousand streams in a week and has over 250K currently. Soon after that, a couple more singles and an EP was released.

The Turkish Rapper was born in Istanbul, Turkey in 1999. He moved to America with his family at the age of 8. He started music by playing the Flute in the school band. At the age of 14 he started producing music on FL Studio and decided to rap at 19 years old. After the success of his “Love Now, Cry Later” EP, he landed a single deal with the record label “Wovie”, a sub-label under Universal Music Group.

The song released was called “S.O.S.” featuring a popular Turkish rapper Kubilay Karca. It dropped with a music video on Netd and gained over 500K streams worldwide. MobBeatz says he has more music on the way and is ready to leave his mark on the rap game.

Entertainment

“The Firing Squad”: I Cried Buckets of Tears

Published

2 weeks ago

April 25, 2024

Jonathan Grilli

Sitting in the dimly lit theater, I had no idea what to expect as the opening credits of “The Firing Squad” began to roll. Little did I know that I was about to embark on an emotional journey that would leave me reaching for tissues and struggling to catch my breath.

The film follows the true story of three Christians facing execution by firing squad in a third world country. Directed by Timothy A. Chey, it features a stellar cast including James Barrington, Kevin Sorbo, and Cuba Gooding Jr. Each actor brings their character to life with such authenticity and depth that it’s impossible not to be fully immersed in their struggles and triumphs.

As the plot unfolded, I found myself drawn into a world of despair and desperation, but also one of unwavering faith and hope. The characters’ journey from darkness to light, from despair to redemption, resonated with me on a deeply personal level. I couldn’t help but be moved by their courage and resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity.

But it was the performances that truly stole the show. James Barrington’s portrayal of the protagonist’s internal turmoil was nothing short of mesmerizing, while Kevin Sorbo and Cuba Gooding Jr. delivered powerhouse performances that left me in awe.

And then there was the message of the film—that no matter how bleak the circumstances may seem, there is always hope. That even in our darkest moments, faith has the power to transform lives and bring about redemption. It was a message that hit me like a ton of bricks, leaving me with tears streaming down my face and a renewed sense of purpose.

As the credits rolled and the lights came up, I found myself struggling to put into words the impact that “The Firing Squad” had on me. All I could manage was, “I cried buckets of tears.” And I wasn’t alone. As I looked around the theater, I saw others wiping their eyes and exchanging emotional glances.

In the end, “The Firing Squad” wasn’t just a movie—it was an experience. An experience that left me feeling inspired, uplifted, and profoundly grateful for the power of cinema to touch the soul. And for that, I will be forever grateful.

The movie is set to premiere in the theatres worldwide on August 2, 2024. And this is definitely a must watch movie, reminding people of the strength of faith.