Stan Sheppard has announced that Chad Kiser, of Chad Media & Entertainment and CME Records, will be joining 11th Power Entertainment. Kiser, known for his multifaceted career in music journalism, publicity, and entrepreneurship, is set to take on the role of Mid-West A&R Director. This strategic appointment places Kiser in direct collaboration with the company’s Senior Vice President, KB “The Playmaker”.
11th Power Entertainment is revolutionizing artist development and music production, bringing together a constellation of industry talent under one dynamic banner. Its impressive lineup of multi-platinum producers and artists include West Coast legend DJ Battlecat, Dae One, Grammy-winning producer Dem Jointz, former president of Babyface Entertainment and producer Damizza, Tha Chill of Compton’s Most Wanted, Doug Rasheed,Chilly Chill, and Amplified.
Chad Kiser has left an indelible mark on hip-hop journalism, conducting interviews with numerous high-profile artists and producers for renowned publications such as XXL Magazine, HipHopDX, AllHipHop, and Ambrosia For Heads, as well as his Conversations With Chadpodcast. His ability to delve deep into the stories of music’s most influential figures has earned him respect throughout the industry.
In his role as a publicist, Kiser’s client list reads like a who’s who of entertainment, including collaborations with Johnny Depp, MC Ren, Sir Jinx, D.O.C., E-A-Ski, Death Row Records, Erotic D, CPO Boss Hogg, MC Breed, and Chris “The Glove” Taylor to name a few. Kiser’s work has been featured in critically acclaimed publications and media outlets, from the BBC and Wall Street Journal to VH-1 and Playboy Magazine.
Kiser’s influence extends beyond traditional media. He has been instrumental in coordinating appearances and providing interviews for several groundbreaking books on hip-hop culture and history. His contributions have been sourced in works by respected authors such as Soren Baker, Ben Westoff, Gerrick Kennedy, Loren Kajikawa, Felicia Viator, and Jonathan Abrams.
The breadth of Kiser’s experience is further evidenced by his involvement in high-profile publicity campaigns featured on platforms like TMZ, BBC Music, National Geographic, MTV, and VH-1. His work has touched on significant cultural moments, including documentaries on hip-hop history and the Los Angeles riots.
