Simone G. Parker is a legend in the music industry and pioneer in Hip-Hop Culture and business. Her illustrious career includes being a music industry executive, singer, songwriter, music producer, philanthropist, and businesswoman. She has guided the careers of Mad Lion, Channel Live, Supernatural, and the Teacha KRS-One and worked closely with Shelly Thunder, Kid Capri, Fat Joe and others. As the President of Front Page Entertainment Group she founded in 1989 and the CEO of RAMP Entertainment founded in 2013. Among many industry accolades, she has been honored by Vibe Magazine which listed Front Page Entertainment Group as one of the top entertainment management companies in the world.
Her start in the music industry began at the legendary Power Play Recording Studios in Long Island City, Queens NY, where many of Hip Hop and Reggae’s music's most revered albums were recorded. Born in Brooklyn and raised in Queens, NY, the music, creativity, culture, and energy of Hip-Hop deeply influenced her upbringing and fueled her entrepreneurial pursuits and creative muse.
The momentum activated more of her self-expression leading to her adding speaker, author, and creator of Acronology, a word system of inspiration and empowerment in 2004 to her long list of contributions. Known as GSimone to music lovers, her artistry has been influenced by Anita Baker, Lalah Hathaway, Mary J. Blige, and CeCe Winans.
Her first song, “Music for the ‘90s'' was released in 1994 featuring KRS-One and remixed by Kid Capri. Musically, she has worked with Ceelo Green, Do It All, Freeway, Hakim Green, Tony Touch, Najee and KRS-One. David Kahne, music producer and executive who has worked with Stevie Nicks, Sublime, Lana del Rey, and Paul McCarthy said that "GSimone’s voice reminded him of the legendary rock singer Janis Joplin". He signed her to Sony Records in 1995 and immediately enlisted Teddy Riley and Joe the Butcher for the project. Working as a manager and booking agent at the time, she decided to focus on the behind-the-scenes and let go of the deal. Her desire to write music and perform remained, leading her EP, My Music, Your Conversation with highly praised singles. "I Know, You Know", a Europe and UK ‘DJ classic’ takes listeners on a head-bopping musical journey that encourages two individuals to choose love and, “Goodbye” feat. Mad Lion are still enjoyed by her fans. Other released singles include “Our Story”, “Please”, “Mama” and "Queen from The Ghetto" which encourages us all to celebrate who we are and honor our inherent royalty.
On June 28th, 2023 to the delight of her loyal fans and music industry veterans, she released the 14-song project, "Such A Feelin" which includes previously released singles as well as “Hello”, “Hear My Voice”, “Hallelujah” and “Away We Go”. GSimone’s music is a fusion of R&B, Soul, Hip Hop, EDM, Jazz, Inspirational and Pop.
On November 21st, she released two original holiday songs "Best Time of the Year" and 'All I Want" feat Kritikal Dyverse which includes a delightful mix of English and Spanish. GSimone is the mother of four and happily married to the legendary Hip Hop Teacha, KRS-One.
Her weekly motivational segment, 'Hello, Hello' can be heard on 7X-Stellar Award-winning Praise 102.5 radio in Atlanta, GA.
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