Louie Lavish Las Vegas Artist Bio: Louie Lavish Las Vegas native Louie Lavish, is an emerging Pop/ Hip-Hop Artist seeking to break the mold with his innovative sound and style. His timeless elegance and sophistication partnered with a catchy, urban edge makes Lavish the next upcoming artist to watch in the Hip-Hop industry. Louie Lavish, who earned the name because of his luxurious hospitality and the Louis Vuitton half-sleeve tattoo on his right forearm, was raised in Rochester, New York, where he learned to become a street-savvy businessman. He began developing his unique sound at the young age of fourteen. His influences, among the likes of Sammy Davis, Slick Rick, and the legendary Frank Sinatra shaped his sound throughout his early music career, and he claims their legacy still lives on through his music today. In 2005, Lavish relocated to Hollywood, California to continue to pursue his passion for music and entrepreneurship, and finally settled in Las Vegas, Nevada in 2007, where he began increasing his fan-base. While in Las Vegas, Lavish became a PA at Philthy Rich Records, where he gained insight and first-hand experience in the music business and recording industry. The guidance of his mentor Freck Billionaire of "Street Family" inspired Lavish to team up with actor/ artist friend Ace, in 2009 to form the duo Persion Whyte. The two released their first LP “Fortune Five-Hundred Passport” featuring hits such as “Cruise Control” and “Get You Home” before they decided to split in 2010. Lavish is currently completing his “Gentry” Album & "Black Budget" Mixtape in Los Angeles. The project is an energetic breath of fresh air that encompasses a combination of his street, college, and life experiences with the hopes of uplifting his listeners. You can find Lavish actively involved in the Las Vegas, L.A., New York, and Atlanta music scenes. Look out for the "Black Budget" Gentfia Mixtape available for download via Coast 2 Coast and Datpiff. Singles “Everything New" & “Ling Ling" set to release Summer16.