Independent hip hop artist Stevieontay Burnz is charting a distinct path through direct, personal songwriting and business integration. Born in the DMV and based in North Carolina, Burnz connects personal experiences, ambition, and setbacks directly into his music while operating The Southern Maryland Experience (TSME)—a platform spanning events, merchandise, and the legal cannabis industry.
Heading into late 2026, Burnz is launching a structured rollout leading into his upcoming project, BURNZ AND BEYOND. Following the release of “Hard To Breathe,” the campaign accelerates on September 30 with “Wax Wizardry,” the official first single from the project. Additional weekly releases will follow, including “Married to Mary” on October 7, “Terp Temple” on October 14, and “The Experience” on October 21.
Authentic Storytelling Across Melodic Rap and Alternative Styles
Burnz approaches songwriting without fictional character work or artificial distance. The highs and lows, relationships, pressure, and long-term pursuit of his career shape his catalog, giving his releases a documentary-like progression.
His sound bridges traditional hip hop and rap with melodic elements and alternative influences, allowing him to shift fluidly between high-energy tracks and reflective material.
The “BURNZ AND BEYOND” Rollout and Recent Singles
Currently featured as an artist pick on his Spotify profile, “Hard To Breathe” showcases an introspective look at pressure and endurance. It builds on a 2026 schedule that already features “Amsterdam Lights” (including an Alternate AI Verse version) and “Midnight on the Dash.”
The upcoming release calendar sets a focused momentum for BURNZ AND BEYOND:
- September 30: “Wax Wizardry” (Lead Single)
- October 7: “Married to Mary”
- October 14: “Terp Temple”
- October 21: “The Experience”
Listeners can stream his full discography on his Spotify artist profile.
Regional Roots: DMV Foundations and North Carolina Expansion
Born in the DMV region, Burnz established his base of operations in North Carolina, blending both cultural hubs into his identity. The DMV supplied his early musical foundation, while North Carolina serves as the central hub for his current creative work and business operations.
This regional connection led to North Carolina hip hop icon Petey Pablo making a special appearance and host meet-and-greet at TSME’s physical location in Erwin, NC, linking established regional rap history with Burnz’s platform.
Live Stages and International Performances
Burnz’s performance record extends across prominent trade shows, festivals, and international venues. Key appearances include the CHAMPS Trade Show in Las Vegas and NC Cannafest in Pittsboro, North Carolina.
Overseas, he performed at Café de Duivel in Amsterdam, sharing a lineup with Crackle Kapone, Omillio Sparks, and SwirvCEO. That trip directly inspired his single “Amsterdam Lights.”
The Southern Maryland Experience (TSME) Platform
Beyond music, Burnz built The Southern Maryland Experience (TSME) as an integrated platform spanning events, merchandise, and the legal cannabis industry. Operating from its location in Erwin, NC, TSME has logged over 16,000 legal cannabis sales and generated more than 4 million views across digital media.
TSME’s strategic partnerships include a merchandise collaboration with Sauce Walka’s THC Club and brand features on Cannabis Talk 101 (syndicated via iHeartRadio).
Television and Media Presence
Burnz expanded his reach to national television by appearing on Love & Hip Hop: Miami (Season 7, Episodes 15 and 16).
His media profile includes an interview on Cannabis Talk 101 on iHeartRadio alongside a live EverythingDMV Radio x NeoAlgo session detailing his journey from the DMV to North Carolina.
Listen to Stevieontay Burnz
Spotify: Stevieontay Burnz
Official Website and EPK: StevieOntay.info
