We had the good fortune of connecting with Thurayyah a.k.a. Raye The Promo Addict Pitts and we’ve shared our conversation below.
Hi Thurayyah a.k.a. Raye The Promo Addict, where are your from? We’d love to hear about how your background has played a role in who you are today?
This seems to be a basic question but for me it’s not so bare with me as I give you an important glimpse of who I am. I was originally born in Camden NJ, but I moved to Miami FL prior to starting Pre-K so Miami is home. My background is Jamaican as that is the culture I was raised in/with. My mother is from Kingston Jamaica so that’s the type of upbringing I had which was well balanced with the Miami culture I experienced growing up. I graduated from Miami Carol City Sr. High where I participated in the marching band under the direction of Richard Beckford. I feel like the information I just provided is key to who I am today, being raised by only my mother and watching her be strong and consistent no matter what challenges came her way. Music also raised me, between the reggae, Calypso, and dancehall music that was being played at home, the Miami culture music being played on the radio, and learning about jazz, concert music and more in the band, plus my own love for music that allowed me to enjoy the Sam Cookes, Whitney Houston’s, and Earth Wind and Fire’s at an age where most kids didn’t even know who these artists/bands were. The impact all of this has on who I am today shows up in my day to day life in my love and respect for all people as I am very diverse and well cultured. It shows up in my career as I have a sincere love for all things music which is why I have been so successful in the entertainment industry.
Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
T.A.P. Legend Entertainment Co. was created in March of 2007 by Thurayyah Pitts A.K.A. Raye. It started out with just managing artists but over time the company has grown and currently offers multiple services such as management, artist development, promotion, interviews, media, consultation,photography and more. As we continue to grow we will be adding even more services. Raye’s love for music started at a young age as did her love for helping others, those two loves birthed this company. Here at T.A.P. Legend Entertainment Co. we view music as art and our artists and clients are treated as family. Allowing our artists to keep creative control is one of the main things that set us apart from other companies. We also have an actual relationship with our artists as the more I know about my artists personally helps me to help them grow professionally.
Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
The beach, we gotta hit south beach. Our water is beautiful and there are plenty of shops, restaurants, and club right there on the strip.
The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
Firstly I have to thank God for the talents he has bestowed upon me. For the resilience he blessed me with and most importantly for the people he has placed in my life which brings me to the next set of people I’d like to thank. My mother who has ALWAYS encouraged me to follow my dreams and has supported me along my journey in various ways. My sister who always supported my dreams as well, attended shows and anything else she could do, she was my biggest fan. My brother who is also in the entertainment business and has always provided me with opportunities to grow in this business and at times we even get to work together doing what we both love.
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