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Born in Long Island, NY but raised in Charlotte, NC Dontavious Dixon known to most as Apex da Opticsun, specializes in the production of Rap/Hip Hop and R&B music. He also writes and records his own songs from his in house recording studio (Apex Studio). At the age of 15 Dontavious began to write songs while in the mean time saving up money to buy his own recording equipment. After 2 years of writing and piecing together equipment he soon started recording music. Learning just the basics at first, it took him no time to produce and record his first album (Hellz apealyptic Killah). Selling his first album on the streets of Charlotte, NC he began to make a name for himself, which in return made him produce more albums in the years to come and meet many soon to be professionals in the music industry. Mild tempered and laid back is the type of attitude that Dontavious carries with him where ever he goes, but while writing and recording songs he releases an emotion that many artist to this day do not have. Since 1998 to 2008 Dontavious has written/produced 6 independent records of his own (Hellz apexalyptic Killah, DNU, Mark of the Centipede, APEX, for Pleasure or Pain, and CRACK the (DRD Edition). Besides just working on projects for himself Dontavious has produced for local/out of state talent, worked for various companies (3 Knotch Entertainment, M60 Records, Clock Work Entertainment, and Grand Imperial Entertainment), and performed shows in Charlotte, NC. Being employed by 3 Knotch Entertainment in the year of 1999; Dontavious engineered tracks, made graphic designs, produced tracks, and also worked with a up and coming group (Writer’s Block). Working for this company soon ended after 5 months because of money issues and payment arrangements were not being fulfilled by the company. From the year of 2001 to 2002 he worked for M60 Records as a producer, producing tracks for their artist. While at the same time doing freelance work for Clock Work Entertainment as a song writer for a Jamaican up and coming R&B singer. From 2005 to 2007 Dontavious began to do shows for Grand Imperial Entertainment. Opening up shows for out f town artist and performing with various local talent (Black Diamond, Southern Rebels, Ty Bru, Pete Worthy, Sugg, and many more). Working for these various music companies gave Dontavious a broader scope on the music business. From writing, song creation, recording procedures, business knowledge, and more. Recently he has been working on mix tapes with producers in Germany to expand his exposure to other countries and absorbing in the knowledge of different music styles. Focusing on what’s real and not following the trend that other artist set is what makes him unique.

February 4, 2022February 4, 2022 Apex Studio instrumentals, Music, News Letter

Feed Me Beats

Free Beat Feb!

Since the beginning of Feb Apex Studio has been giving away beats as free downloads. New beats are released every day at 6 pm right on our website instrumental page. Check out the three newest beats along with others at: http://www.apexstudios.org/APSBeats.html

Out Now

On Jan 28th with much delay Apex Records has released the next beat album titled “Beats, Vol 8.”. Many of you may be asking; “Why the name change?” For many years Apex Records has used CD Baby for all their releases while this release has been distributed by another distribution company for reasons unknown. The new release can be found on Spotify, Youtube, YouTube Music, Tidal

Still Needing Studio Time?

With two locations in the Carolinas there is no way you can not get too us. Book your appointment today or check availability with our online calendar here: Book Now

April 26, 2021 Apex Studio Uncategorized

Change Me by Roc Deneiro

April 26, 2021 Apex Studio Uncategorized

Next Level by BGOAT

March 25, 2021 Apex Studio Uncategorized

N’Filwae by Apex

December 10, 2020 Apex Studio Uncategorized

Fruit by the Foot Challenge with Vita

October 11, 2020 Apex Studio instrumentals, recording studio, Studio Post

Apex Studio North/ South

With two locations one in Charlotte, NC and the other in Spartanburg, SC we are staying busy. Wondering who has been in the studio lately? Let’s take a look back to see if you notice anyone.

New Instrumental Alert!

“I’ll Show You” is now available for lease. We will be releasing more instrumentals in the next coming weeks. If you have request on certain genres that you would like to here just let us know by commenting on this blog. I’ll Show You: https://bsta.rs/f358d68b

Book Your Next Session Now

Apex Studio North: https://square.site/book/89XTPY9QACBVN/apex-studio-north-charlotte-nc

Apex Studio South: https://square.site/book/7CECB6SVEHFK9/apex-studio-south-spartanburg-sc

September 14, 2020September 12, 2020 Apex Studio Production, Rap Hip Hop, recording studio

New Instrumentals Available

We will be releasing more instrumentals through out the next two weeks. Be on the look out for new material which may benefit your next project. So far we have 106 instrumentals online for purchase; which does not include our entire music archive. All of our instrumentals can be found here at Apex Studio or on our Beat Stars Page.

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Beat Stars: Apex Studio on Beatstars

September 13, 2020 Apex Studio Uncategorized

Really Want It by Mysteri Ray

September 11, 2020 Apex Studio Uncategorized

Dinner Served

Dinner has now been served. Mr Mel the Riddler releases new single “Diner Served” through Distrokid under the label Suhkuhtash Records. Its been a while since we have heard from him. Now with this release he shows thatbhe isn’t going no where. Check out the song here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQE6OPDIleQ

September 5, 2020September 9, 2020 Apex Studio Uncategorized

We Going In…

It’s all work and no play here at APEX. Lately we have been on a tear here at APEX. Our artist’s (Apex and Mr Mel the Riddler) are gearing up to give you more music. So far Apex has released 2 singles “Do You Remember ft Porsha Boyd” and “Who Am I”; with a video to follow “Who Am I”. The Riddler has an onslaught of new material from Mix tapes and his new up and coming untitled album. But don’t think they are going to stop yet, because from what I have heard; the fun is just beginning.