Jesse Johnson & Janiro Hawkins

The founder and co-founder, respectively, of the Southern Entertainment Awards, this duo has created a platform that offers independent artist a chance to increase brand visibility and awareness annually. Both respected personalities in the independent music industry, these Michigan natives have featured independent artist, such as Nicki Minaj and Yo Gotti, at their shows before they become household names. In its thirteenth year, the Southern Entertainment Awards have grown much larger than its regional name suggests. Drawing artists from New York, Milwaukee, St. Louis, Texas and even New Mexico, the awards show and its founding owners, continues to show appreciation for the hard work and dedication of independent artist across the nation.

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JahVelle Rhone

Jahvelle Rhone was born and raised in the heart of Kansas City, Ks, where he found a love and gifting in music in the church

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