Philadelphia, PA – March 28, 2025 – Rising star Zayvion, also known as Zay Money, is taking the entertainment world by storm with his latest project, “Zay Friday” – a comedy movie that brings laughter, lessons, and fun for all ages. The 12-year-old multi-talented artist from Philadelphia has proven himself to be a force to be reckoned with, combining his talents in rapping, singing, and dancing to inspire his peers and keep them off the streets.
“Zay Friday” is a heartwarming and hilarious story about two brothers—11-year-old Zay Money and 14-year-old Tre Da Dancer—who plan to ditch school, lie to their mom, and throw a party to make money. As expected, their plans take unexpected turns, leading to a comedy-filled adventure. This film showcases not only Zay Money’s creativity and charisma but also his ability to bring together a youthful cast for a fun, family-friendly experience.
What makes Zay Money truly special is his positive message and commitment to his community. As the son of local Philadelphia violence prevention activists and community leaders, Rodney and Joanne Hamiel of Shadow Trax Media Arts, Zay Money was born into a mission of making a difference. With music and arts ingrained in him since birth, he’s been performing all over Philadelphia, from school tours and fashion shows to Stop the Violence rallies, spreading his message of peace and positivity.
Zay Money’s impact reaches beyond the stage and screen. At just 12 years old, he’s not only a gifted performer but also an entrepreneur. He has founded his own LLC and record label with the goal of creating opportunities for other young people. Through his youth-based reality show, “Zay’s House,” Zay auditions local kids to be part of his NATION (House), giving them a chance to develop their talents in music and creativity. The show fosters unity and growth among Philadelphia youth, emphasizing that they are not a problem, but rather a source of potential when given the right opportunities.
In “Zay’s House,” participants play games, bond, and work on music projects together, showing the world that Philly kids can work together through creativity. After nine weeks, two of the youth who have shown the most growth will be signed to Zay Money’s youth label, further propelling their careers and personal development.
As the prince of Shadow Trax, Zay Money is carrying on the legacy of his family’s community leadership while carving out his own path as an artist, advocate, and entrepreneur. With the release of “Zay Friday” and the success of his reality show, Zay Money is solidifying his place as the next rising star and face of a generation that’s determined to uplift and inspire.
“Zay Friday” will be coming soon to a platform near you, so stay tuned for more updates on the movie and upcoming projects from Zay Money. His clean, creative music and message of positivity are bound to leave a lasting impact on the industry and beyond.
About Zay Money
At just 12 years old, Zay Money is already making waves in the music and entertainment industries with his unique blend of old-school hip-hop and new music, combined with his dance moves and clean genre of music. He has performed all over Philadelphia and remains a strong advocate for keeping his peers out of trouble through the power of art and music. Through his LLC and youth-based reality show, Zay Money continues to inspire the next generation of creatives.
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