The Sound
The sound of ShawNova Arise lives at the intersection of emotion and innovation. Drawing from hip-hop, trap, R&B, and experimental digital production, the music carries a balance of vulnerability and strength.
Each track is designed to feel cinematic—layered with expressive vocals, atmospheric textures, and powerful rhythms that tell a story. The music often explores themes of personal growth, heartbreak, resilience, and rising above adversity.
With the support of advanced music technology and AI-assisted production, ShawNova Arise is able to experiment freely with sound while maintaining a strong emotional core that connects with listeners
The Movement
ShawNova Arise is part of a larger creative movement powered by Tha Closet Studios LLC.
Built on the philosophy “From the Afro to the Airwaves,” the movement celebrates creativity, individuality, and the freedom to express identity through music and digital art. It represents the idea that powerful stories can rise from anywhere and reach audiences everywhere.
Through music releases, visual storytelling, and interactive digital experiences, ShawNova Arise invites listeners to be part of a growing community that values creativity, innovation, and authenticity.
This is more than an artist.
It is a movement driven by vision, technology, and the belief that the future of music belongs to those bold enough to create it.
The Creator
Behind ShawNova Arise is Cherquentia S. Crawford, professionally known as Que — a multidisciplinary creator, music producer, songwriter, and entrepreneur with more than two decades of experience in music and creative media.
Crawford has been involved in music since 2004, developing projects across songwriting, recording, production, engineering, and independent music distribution. Throughout her career, she has built and contributed to several creative ventures including CQ Productions, CQP Recording Studio, Ardent Records, and Tha Closet Studios LLC, each helping shape her foundation in music creation, multimedia production, and independent artistry.
In 2016, Crawford founded Tha Closet Studios as a creative platform dedicated to music, digital storytelling, branding, and multimedia content. The company later became Tha Closet Studios LLC, officially registered in the state of Texas in 2021.
Crawford studied at The Art Institute of Dallas, majoring in Interior Design with a minor in Video Production, a background that continues to influence her approach to visual aesthetics, creative direction, and multimedia design.
In 2026, Crawford was featured by Voyage Dallas in its “Rising Stars” series, highlighting her journey as an independent creative entrepreneur and her contributions to music, media, and innovative digital storytelling within the Dallas–Fort Worth creative community.
She is the creator and creative director behind ShawNova Arise, an AI-assisted digital music artist project that blends traditional songwriting and production with emerging vocal technology. Through ShawNova Arise and Tha Closet Studios, Crawford continues exploring new forms of digital artistry, storytelling, identity, and creative expression while pushing the boundaries of independent multimedia creation.
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ShawNova Arise's Artistic Journey: A Visual Story
Voyage Dallas: Rising Stars Interview
Recognized for her creativity, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit, Cherquentia Crawford was featured in the Voyage Dallas Rising Stars series, sharing her journey as a creator, entrepreneur, music producer, and the visionary behind ShawNova Arise.
Click below to read the full interview.