Today we’d like to introduce you to Imperial Elite Music Group. Them and their team share their story with us below:
Mr. Chatman, professionally known as “Real Gutta Music” CEO of Imperial Elite Music Group was born in Waco, Texas. Growing up in a city of gun violence, the crack cocaine epidemic, and gangs, The only way he felt was possible to get out of the hood was to pursue an education so he attended Gary Job Corps in 2004. As an adolescent, music had always influenced Real Gutta Music’s drive to become a hip-hop artist. Captured by music as a kid, which led “Real Gutta Music” to make knowledge and understanding of Hip for the hood. Influenced by Hip Hop artists such as Tupac, Ice Cube, Notorious BIG, Scarface, Snoop Dogg, Jay-Z & K-Rino. It wouldn’t be long before he developed skills and love for all genres of music, and in his mind, an “A STAR WAS BORN!” Real Gutta Music’s first Mixtape was titled: “Nawf 9th Hustler ” released in 2003 with DJ TC AkkBad Ent out of Houston, TX, in collaboration with Dj Panic out of Arlington, Tx.
The buzz of this hot mixtape and production led to many radio interviews, live gigs, and special features. Being that Waco was small to the music scene he relocated to Austin, TX (The Music Capital of the World) in 2005. He came into contact with local artists Gerald G, and Ryno and formed Monsta Entertainment. The collaboration was so hot they began to open shows for major artists such as Lil Jon, Pit Bull, The Screwed up Click, and many more upcoming stars. Monsta Ent then began to advance and was added to the “Streets of Texas Tour” in January of 2005 with headliners Trae Tha Truth, Paul Wall, K-Paul, Pimpin Pen of V.I.P, Point Blank, and numerous other Hip Hop Texas Legends.
Wanting to expand his fanbase “Real Gutta Music” moved to Atlanta, GA in September 2005 where he was formally introduced to Chino Dollar who’s known for his outstanding contributions to Yung Joc’s Platinum smash single “It’s Goin Down”. Humbled and inspired Real Gutta Music learned many new managerial, and articulate skills from Chino Dollar which would allow him to progress in his music business career. At the start of their solo career, Real Gutta Music completed his first album self entitled (“Real Gutta Music”) in 2009. Signing a 1 Album deal with Mr. Kerry Ransom(Ceo of Cash Connection Records) of Dallas, Texas who instantly wanted to market, and promote the album. Real Gutta Music hit single “Driving Intoxicated” became a Radio/club banger, and the video landed on MTV3 (Dallas, Tx) and Channel 16 in (Austin, Texas). The single got verified radio spins on 11 BDS/MediaBase radio stations in Texas and the SouthEast market. Real Gutta Music buzz became so strong it landed him a two-week tour in Atlanta with “Jumping Jack Record Pool” in 6 different cities throughout Georgia. The buzz led to opening shows with major artists such as Bone Thugs n Harmony”, Big Mike formerly of Rap-A-Lot Records, and UGK. Being in demand, Real Gutta Music relocated to San Antonio, Texas in 2011. His Live performances and real down-home lyrics led him to the likes of Lil KeKe Da Don, and his business partner Roy Perkins of Perkins Ent. Real Gutta Music opened at numerous shows throughout the US while on tour with the 713 Music Group and Perkins Ent. “The opportunity to perform with and beside a legend like Lil Ke Ke has been a humbling experience that adds to the motivation and determination of this dedicated artist.
“I appreciate everything the big homies (Lil Keke & Roy Perkins) did for me with respect to the shows, features, and opportunities I look forward to the continued support while I branch out to other markets. TEAMWORK wins championships; let’s get it”. Real Gutta Music is currently finishing up numerous projects and features all over the country. Including, but not limited to, opening up for Academy Award Winning Artist Juicy J of Columbia, legendary group Mobb Deep, Kevin Gates, Yo Gotti, & Big Krit on Score more/Live Nation Tours in 2015, 2016, and 2017.Fast forward to 2018 Real Gutta Music promoted and performed on a 5 city Texas Tour with No Limit Multi-Platinum Artist “Silkk The Shocker”, & nominated for 2 categories at Urban Underground Awards, as well as entering multi-business endeavors, releasing a new album Mind Field of Self-Destruction on September 3rd, 2020 during the Covid-19 Pandemic. In closing Mr.Chatman’s motivation is to continue to grow and build an invaluable network of industry professionals to optimize his brand and business, while continuously creating musical classics that inspire and motivate others. With a realistic vision, and launching a new label Imperial Elite Music Group in 2021 with business partner Rocc Nobles also, becoming a tier 2 media, and marketing member with KAZI 88.7FM The Voice of Austin home of the Rickey Smiley Morning Show. Mr. Chatman plans to continue moving forward, marketing, promoting, and managing new artists to help gain notoriety and respect in the Entertainment Industry and around the globe.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall, and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Trying to find my way in life as a young man was challenging in my early years. Over the years I developed mental and spiritual strength that has helped me persevere through tough times to never give up.
Where we are in life is often partly because of others. Who/what else deserves credit for how your story turned out?
Bryant B Ready Pridgen, Rocc Nobles, Germany Williams, Chauncey Chino Dollar Stevens, Corey Poe, Baxter Russell, Ronnie Alexander, Devin DJ Presyse Patton, Abdi Jones, Roy Perkins. Alamo City All Stars, Rest Eazy Foundation, Randall Cotton, Yvonne McGowan, Krystal Fuller.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://linktr.ee/ImperialEliteComics
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imperialelitemusicgroup/
- Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/Imperialelitemusicgroup/
- Other: https://linktr.ee/ImperialEliteMusicGroup
Image Credits
Dice Photos, Make Mula Films
