remaking+ projects is a full-service entertainment and creative agency, started by entertainment executive, Mike Baro, and includes remaking+ sounds (a record label) and remaking+ films (the film division). The name remaking+ is a rearrangement of the letters in the word "marketing" with the logo representing "Marketing Outside of the Box."
About
MIKE BARO
CEO/FOUNDER
Drawn to the music business from a young age as he admired the work ethic and talent of family members who were highly successful in the gospel genre as well as in the production field. Knowing that knowledge is power, Mike Baro armed himself with a degree in music production and marketing all while selling beats to local artists in his college town. His early career compromised of him ambitiously rising through the ranks at Republic Records as he worked on campaigns for Drake, The Weeknd, Ariana Grande, Lorde, Nicki Minaj, Nick Jonas, Shawn Mendes, Keith Richards, Enrique Iglesias, James Bay, and others. His drive culminated in his receipt of the Droz Star Marketing award with feature in Billboard Magazine.Always looking to “level up” Mike B. has been consistent in his creative and global perspective. Incorporating outside influences into artist campaigns his keen lifestyle skills have been at the helm at Capitol & Warner Records campaigns for Migos, Lil Yachty, Mary J. Blige, Huncho Jack (Travis Scott and Quavo), Jason Derulo, Quality Control, Tori Kelly, Earl Sweatshirt, Capella Grey, Zaytoven, THEY., Rich Homie Quan, and others.Mike Baro recently started a full-service entertainment and creative agency that includes remaking+ sounds (a record label) and remaking+ films (the film division) that focuses on both web3 and traditional marketing strategies.In the future, Mike Baro plans on starting a foundation to give scholarships to urban youth who have an interest in music and helping those in need.Past Major Label Experience:
Def Jam Records
Republic Records
Capitol Records
Warner Records
Motown RecordsPrevious Talent Management:
Kanye West’s Sunday Service Gospel Collective
Baron Davis (NBA Superstar)Other Experience:
Music Producer
Various Music Focused Speaking Engagements
KYD Labs Advisor (Comcast Backed NFT Ticketing Company)
NFT NYC (Web 3 conference)
NFT Nashville (Web 3 conference)
Tap Music Festival & Conference
remaking+ sounds
Artists
MARVELOUS GEMS
Past Releases: Live From The Tomb
For Fans Of: Run The Jewels, Killer Mike, Vince Staples, Earl Sweatshirt, Benny The ButcherMarvelous Gems, a dynamic rapper/producer duo composed of Relic The Bully and Village Villain, brings together the raw essence of Chicago's streets and the diverse experiences of a world traveler. With a larger-than-life persona, Relic's lyricism reflects urban struggles and triumphs, while Village Villain draws inspiration from his nomadic journey across cultures and landscapes. Their debut EP, "Live From The Tomb," showcases a fusion of Relic's soulful narratives and Village Villain's genre-bending production, breathing new life into hip-hop. With a shared vision and unwavering dedication, Marvelous Gems redefine the essence of the hip-hop genre, poised to carve their legacy in music history.
WIL AKOGU
Past Releases: Why I Hate The Sun & Why I Love The Moon EP’s
For Fans Of: Kanye West, Drake, The Weekend, XXXTentacion, Burna Boy, FutureWil Akogu is a Nigerian, LA based recording artist, producer, songwriter, creator, and all-around fashion innovator. Growing up in Lagos, Nigeria before moving to Chicago at the young age of eleven has helped him craft his disruptive and immersive sound. Wil has been a student of music since a young age singing in church choirs while taking the time to study music from a technical aspect; which can be heard on his previously released projects “3”, “Zone 1”, and “Die An Idea”. Performing his first stadium show out of the country, having songs in the Top 10 at radio, big pushes from BBC Radio, Apple & Charlie Sloth, and countless write ups with publications around the world only show that he is setting his own path to stardom. If this is any indication of how well Wil Akogu is being received, then this is just the beginning.WHY I HATE THE SUN is an R&B/melodic body of work that symbolizes love while the flip side of this is the high energy/emphatic project WHY I LOVE THE MOON which is the metaphor for survival.RECENT HIGHLIGHTS:
“Pressure” added to BBC Radio 1Xtra playlist
“Pressure” added to Apple/Charlie Sloth playlist
“Pressure” 2022 BET Week Performance
Safe & Sound Festival Performance (Vancouver, Canada)
Charlie Sloth’s Fire In The Booth
remaking+ films
Released:
.recommended
Executive Producer: Mike Baro
Film series that features up-and-coming artists who come highly “Recommended”. This mini-doc series, is shot across the country and goes into the lives of artists with interviews, finishing with music and performances.First Day Out
Executive Producer: Mike Baro
Star Talent: Anthony Hamilton, Dutchess (Black Ink Crew)
A comedy of a wild goose chase to find $300k that has been lostA Beautiful Hit
Executive Producer: Mike Baro
Star Talent: Rick Ross
Hard-hitting crime drama of a Vegas heistArmstrong (Feature) [Multiple Film Awards Pre-Release]
Executive Producer: Mike Baro
Star Talent: Jamal Woolard (Notorious: Biggie Smalls Movie)
A fictional drama of a young man who goes to jail for revenge on his sisters rape offenderBloody Nickel (TV Series)
Executive Producer: Mike Baro
A fictional action crime drama of a Houston, Texas man who seeks revenge after being robbedPost-Production:
Word of Mouth (Lifestyle Food TV series) - Q4 2024 release
Executive Producer/Director/Created by: Mike Baro
An Anthony Bourdain styled show that goes inside hidden gem restaurants found mostly through word of mouth with your favorite artists & celebrities. Sit down for conversations centered around food, life, music, and culture; each episode ends with a special performance from some of the most buzzed about artists.
Pre-Production:
Jay Jay (Feature Film) - Shooting 2025
Executive Producer/Director/Created by: Mike BaroYou Should Know This! (Game Show) - Shooting 2025
Executive Producer/Created by: Mike Baro
A game show that ask simple trivia questions people should know
(Ex: How many countries make up North America)Chattel (Feature) - Shooting 2026
Executive Producer/Director/Screenplay: Mike Baro
A house of trapped alienated strangers who overcome life together while face to face with social and mental realities that not all can survive.
Contact
Email:
Mike Baro
[email protected]