Flow King Brave’s background in the music industry spans over three decades, evolving from traditional church performance to independent label management and modern music data analytics
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Early Career and Training
- Formative Years (1994–Present): His musical journey began in 1994 as a drummer for local churches. This religious foundation was the starting point for his development as both a vocalist and a keyboardist.
- Formal Education: He is a graduate of the Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts, a magnet high school focused on pre-conservatory training. During his time there, he majored in vocal music and sang tenor in the school’s select choir.
Professional Roles and Certifications
- Entrepreneurship: He is the CEO of DUBP Entertainment (also known as DUBP Music Group), a record label he founded in November 2018 to release his original music.
- Affiliations: He is a verified recording artist with ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers). He is also a member of the National Ruff Ryders Lifestyles 2nd Generation, serving as the Sergeant at Arms for the local Buffalo "Brave Heart" chapter.
- Industry Analytics: He holds a Certified Data Analyst credential from Chartmetric, completed in November 2024 with a perfect score in platform training. This certification demonstrates his focus on the data-driven business side of the music industry.
- Distribution: In March 2025, he obtained an Authorized Distributor Certificate through his label, DUBP Entertainment.
Artistic Evolution
While he began as a drummer and choir singer, his current work primarily sits within the hip-hop and rap genres. His transition to keyboard production has allowed him to compose and release several singles under his own label, including "NEVER FOLD," "Baddie," and "Smash That".