Phalando “Mr. Flamboyant” Lawson ain’t your average rapper – this Georgia native is a 20-year vet in the game who’s carved out his own path, refusing to be boxed into one sound or scene.
With his independent label Jlawson Music Group backing him, Flamboyant’s been steadily building his rep, dropping bangers like the solo joint “Alone Warrior” and linking up with ATL legends like Kilo Ali and DJ Taz. And he’s got the receipts to show for it – getting to hit the road with those OGs was a real career highlight.
“Those dudes are icons in this city, so being able to rock the stage with ’em was an honor, ya dig?” Flamboyant says. “We killed that tour, had the whole East Coast turnt up from New York down to Florida.”
But Flamboyant’s sights are set even higher these days. He’s determined to make Jlawson one of the top indie labels in the game, all while continuing to experiment with his sound and network with whoever’s down to collaborate. One of his most recent high-profile collaborations was with acclaimed producer John Boy, who Flamboyant says is a “multi-platinum producer who made and featured on my song ‘Lane.'”
“John Boy is a beast in the studio, and I was hyped to get in the lab with him,” Flamboyant explains. “He really helped me take that track to the next level, and I think the fans are gonna love what we cooked up together.”
Flamboyant’s openness to working with top-tier producers and artists like John Boy has definitely helped him stand out in the crowded indie rap landscape. And with new music constantly in the works – from collabs with Zimbabwe artist James Eland to joint tracks with local songstress Lady Queet – it’s clear this artist is just getting started on his mission to put himself and his team on the map.
“I got joints droppin’ all the time, man. Like that ‘Time to Shine’ track I did with Lady Queet? That just hit the streets on DJ Chill Will’s mixtape down in Valdosta,” Flamboyant says with a grin. “I’m workin’ round the clock to feed the streets, ya feel me?”
So what’s next for this rising independent star? More music, more shows, more money moves – Flamboyant is determined to take his grind to the next level.
“Ain’t no stopping me, bruh,” he states matter-of-factly. “I’m just getting warmed up. Y’all better get familiar with Mr. Flamboyant, ’cause I’m ’bout to be everywhere.”
To stay up-to-date on Phalando “Mr. Flamboyant” Lawson’s latest moves, be sure to follow him on Instagram @mrflamboyant1. You can also stream his music on Spotify, where you can find his solo tracks as well as his collaborations with ATL legends, rising stars, and chart-topping producers like John Boy.
With his independent label Jlawson Music Group powering his hustle, and high-profile collaborations like the one with John Boy, it’s clear Flamboyant is just getting started on his mission to make a major impact in the rap game. Keep an eye out for more new music, high-energy live shows, and big business moves from this tenacious artist in the months and years to come.
“Ain’t no stopping me, bruh,” Flamboyant affirms. “I’ma outwork everybody and take over this industry on my own terms. Y’all better get familiar, ’cause Mr. Flamboyant is about to be everywhere.”