Dope Sells Itself.

Electronic Press Kit

DOPE SELLS
ITSELF

Hustle JamezShyamuu InYaEar
Dope Sells Itself Official EP Cover Artwork featuring Hustle Jamez and Shyamuu InYaEar

Official EP — Released October 31, 2026

6 Tracks | Produced by Nico Keyz

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The Story

A Collaboration Forged in the Craft

Hustle Jamez and Shyamuu seated across from each other at a table
Hustle Jamez × Shyamuu — In Conversation

Project Details

Project
Dope Sells Itself
Format
6-track EP
Release
October 31, 2026
Production
Nico Keyz

Some of the best collaborations aren't planned. They happen when the right creative minds cross paths.

For independent recording artists and entrepreneurs Hustle Jamez and Shyamuu, that connection began at a CALLYWOOD-sponsored open mic event, where their shared passion for music first brought them together.

What started as an introduction through Denver's independent music community grew into a creative partnership. As the two artists began working together, they discovered a natural chemistry, feeding off each other's energy, ideas, and artistic perspectives.

That creative exchange became the foundation for their collaborative EP, Dope Sells Itself.

As the music developed, so did their vision. Both artists recognized an opportunity to connect their individual entrepreneurial ventures — Shyamuu's IAMTHEWORK apparel brand and Hustle Jamez's Vocal Leaf Tea — through a project that reflected their shared commitment to authenticity, creativity, and independent ownership.

What started with music evolved into something bigger: a collaboration bringing together hip-hop, entrepreneurship, and lifestyle through a limited-edition bundle featuring both brands and the EP.

Two artists. Two brands. One shared vision.

The Artists

Two Voices, One Project

Hustle Jamez official portrait — Recording Artist, Entrepreneur, Founder of Vocal Leaf Tea
Hustle Jamez — Official Portrait

Recording Artist | Entrepreneur | Founder of Vocal Leaf Tea

Hustle Jamez

Turning Pressure Into Purpose. Struggle Into Progress.

For Hustle Jamez, music isn’t simply a passion. It’s part of his foundation.

Born into a family with deep musical roots in Zydeco and R&B, Hustle Jamez grew up surrounded by the rhythms, melodies, and storytelling traditions that would eventually shape his artistic identity. While those influences helped establish his musical foundation, Hip-Hop became his chosen form of expression.

It gave him the freedom to paint vivid pictures with words, tell powerful stories through melodies, and bring his personal experiences to life over beats. Hip-Hop wasn’t just a sound he connected with. It became his voice.

Today, Hustle Jamez blends motivational street-hop with soulful hustle music, creating songs that speak to those who have been overlooked, underestimated, or counted out. Rooted in real-life experiences, his music explores resilience, ambition, perseverance, and the determination to turn setbacks into stepping stones.

Beyond the recording studio, Hustle Jamez is the founder of Vocal Leaf Tea, a wellness brand created for people who depend on their voices every day. Through thoughtfully crafted tea blends, the brand encourages vocal care and comfort for singers, speakers, teachers, podcasters, and other voice professionals.

His collaboration with Shyamuu InYaEar on Dope Sells Itself brings together original music, entrepreneurship, and a shared belief that authentic creative work can speak for itself.

Your Voice. Your Health. Your Tea.

Website: www.vocalleaf.com

Shyamuu InYaEar official portrait — Recording Artist, Percussionist, Entrepreneur, Youth Mentor
Shyamuu InYaEar — Official Portrait

Recording Artist | Percussionist | Entrepreneur | Youth Mentor

Shyamuu InYaEar

Built for the Work. Defined by the Journey.

Born Shyam Bhagat and raised in Richmond, Virginia, Shyamuu InYaEar discovered music as both an outlet and a form of self-expression during a challenging childhood.

Growing up in Richmond during the 1990s, amid the impact of the crack epidemic and rising violence, Shyamuu found refuge in rhythm. Around age 10, he began exploring his musical abilities through hand drums before teaching himself to play five-gallon paint buckets, eventually taking his talents to the streets as a percussion performer.

His fascination with sound and melody soon expanded into poetry and songwriting. Influenced by artists including Nas, Jay-Z, Cash Money, No Limit, Boosie Badazz, and Webbie, he began developing his own voice within Hip-Hop.

At 15, a period in juvenile detention became an unexpected turning point in his musical journey, There, a fellow young inmate known as Lil B introduced him to the fundamentals of writing rap lyrics, counting bars, and constructing stories through music. Those lessons helped Shyamuu discover the distinctive raspy delivery, clever wordplay, and memorable hooks that would become central to his artistic identity.

What began as a way to navigate difficult circumstances evolved into a lifelong commitment to music, performance, and personal growth.

Today, Shyamuu is an independent recording artist and professional bucket drummer whose performance experience includes appearances for the Denver Nuggets. His passion for percussion also extends into community mentorship through his annual Youth Bucket Drumming Program, where he encourages creativity, discipline, confidence, and self-expression among young people.

That same philosophy inspired IAMTHEWORK, his lifestyle apparel brand built around the message “A Product of My Experiences.” The brand reflects his belief that our experiences help shape who we become, but do not have to limit what we can accomplish.

Through his collaboration with Hustle Jamez on Dope Sells Itself, Shyamuu brings his experiences, musical influences, entrepreneurial vision, and commitment to personal growth together in one creative project.

His journey is a testament to the transformative power of music and the importance of finding purpose through life’s experiences.

Wear the Shirt. Wear the Journey.

Website: www.iamthework.org

The Music

The EP

DOPE SELLS ITSELF — Official EP

Hustle Jamez × Shyamuu InYaEar

Released October 31, 2026 | Produced by Nico Keyz | Six-Track EP

Dope Sells Itself Official EP Artwork

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The Brands

Beyond the Music

Two Artists. Two Brands. One Shared Vision.

Dope Sells Itself extends beyond the recording studio. Through their respective businesses, Hustle Jamez and Shyamuu InYaEar have built brands that reflect their individual experiences, passions, and entrepreneurial ambitions.

Together, Vocal Leaf Tea and IAMTHEWORK represent two distinct expressions of independent ownership, creativity, and purpose.

Vocal Leaf Tea — Lemon Berry Dream 2 oz Herbal Loose Leaf Tea official packaging
Featured Flagship Blend
Vocal Leaf Tea — Vanilla Bliss Herbal Tea Bags official packaging
Unbleached Tea Bags
Vocal Leaf Tea — Chai Rooibos Delight 2 oz Loose Leaf Tea official packaging
Pure & Soothing Rooibos
Vocal Leaf Tea — Welcome Back Black 2 oz Loose Leaf Tea official packaging
Artisanal Black Tea
Vocal Leaf — Stainless Steel Loose Leaf Tea Ball Infuser official accessory
Brewing Hardware
Vocal Leaf — Official Premium Quality Ceramic Mug
Drinkware & Lifestyle
Product Lineup
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Voice-Focused Wellness•Founder: Hustle Jamez

Vocal Leaf Tea

Your Voice. Your Health. Your Tea.

Founded by Hustle Jamez, Vocal Leaf Tea is a wellness brand created with people who depend on their voices in mind.

From recording artists and singers to teachers, speakers, podcasters, and entrepreneurs, the brand encourages individuals to make vocal care part of their everyday routines.

Through thoughtfully crafted herbal tea blends, Vocal Leaf Tea emphasizes warmth, hydration, and comfort while connecting wellness with creativity and self-expression.

For Hustle Jamez, the brand represents an extension of his appreciation for the human voice and its ability to communicate, inspire, and connect people.

Currently Viewing (1 of 6):

Lemon Berry Dream — 2 oz Herbal Loose Leaf Tea

Explore Vocal Leaf Tea
IAMTHEWORK — Signature graphic T-Shirt official apparel in black
Signature Tee
IAMTHEWORK — Red graphic T-shirt with cyan script text
Bold Colorway
IAMTHEWORK — White graphic T-shirt with yellow, green, blue and red gradient brush typography
Artistic Edition
IAMTHEWORK — White graphic T-shirt with teal brush script
Classic Edition
IAMTHEWORK — Vibrant orange graphic T-shirt with navy blue brush script
Statement Colorway
Apparel Lineup
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Lifestyle Apparel•Founder: Shyamuu InYaEar

IAMTHEWORK

A Product of My Experiences.

Founded by Shyamuu InYaEar, IAMTHEWORK is a lifestyle apparel brand rooted in personal growth, accountability, and the experiences that shape individual identity.

The brand’s central message, “A Product of My Experiences,” reflects the belief that our journeys, challenges, achievements, and lessons all contribute to who we become.

Designed to resonate with creatives, athletes, entrepreneurs, and individuals committed to their own development, IAMTHEWORK encourages people to embrace their experiences and take ownership of their personal journeys.

For Shyamuu, the brand is a natural extension of the same philosophy that guides his music, mentorship, and creative pursuits.

Currently Viewing (1 of 5):

Signature Tee — Black Edition

Wear the Shirt. Wear the Journey.

Explore IAMTHEWORK

The Visuals

Official Video

Dope Sells Itself — Official Music Video

Starring Hustle Jamez × Shyamuu InYaEar

Produced by Nico Keyz | Cinematic Presentation

Primary Visual Feature

Dope Sells Itself — Official Music Video

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The Press Room

Everything You Need to Tell the Story.

Explore official press materials for Dope Sells Itself, the collaborative EP from Hustle Jamez and Shyamuu InYaEar. Access artist information, promotional photography, music artwork, and media resources for editorial coverage, interviews, and programming consideration.

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The Complete Press Package

Everything you need to cover Dope Sells Itself in one convenient download. Access the official Electronic Press Kit, press release, high-resolution artist photography, and EP artwork in a single organized package.

  • Official PDF EPK
  • Official Press Release
  • Approved High-Resolution Artist Photographs
  • Official EP Cover Artwork
  • Photo Credits and Media Usage Information
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Individual Resources

Official PDF EPK

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Official Press Release

Access the official press announcement introducing the Dope Sells Itself collaboration and six-track EP.

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Dope Sells Itself — official EP cover artwork

Official EP Artwork

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Music for Media

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Hustle Jamez and Shyamuu InYaEar — Guess What I'm Doin' Mic Drop performance

Guess What I'm Doin' — Mic Drop

Watch Hustle Jamez and Shyamuu InYaEar perform a track from Dope Sells Itself.

Watch Mic Drop Performance

Media Inquiries

Let's Tell the Story.

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Media Relations

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Contact Name
Calvin Parker Jr.
Email
calvin@callywoodmusic.com
Phone
720-377-7673

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