PHILADELPHIA, PA — (Market Wire – Apr 27, 2006) –  RMD Entertainment Group (OTC: RMDG) announced today that they have secured the right to negotiate all multimedia distribution for the controversial “The Game, Stop Snitchin – Stop Lyin” DVD. Multi-platinum rapper “The Game” is behind the project, which has been called the most controversial DVD in hip-hop history.

The DVD was a retail success, selling out in most ‘brick and mortar’ locations the moment it hit the shelves. RMD plans to capitalize on this by making it available in peripheral markets as well. Aside from securing the right to be the first to utilize this content in the mobile arena by making it available on their own MoTV platform exclusively, RMD is currently pursuing content agreements with media platforms like Video On Demand, Pay Per View, and traditional cable vehicles.

RMD CEO Giorgio Costonis commented, “This particular project represents the type of content we like to make available to the public through our various distribution models. Not only will this provide extremely valuable incentive for the mobile community to explore MoTV, but the people also deserve options with regard to how they view content — which is why we would like to facilitate the availability of The Game’s DVD in the Pay-Per-View and VOD arenas as well. We are here to ensure public access to the best content available. Although this content has been seen as extremely controversial, we are looking at our involvement in the project as a business decision that was made to benefit our shareholder base. Management feels this project will continue our push to bring in significant revenues in 2006 and beyond. We continue to focus our goals on a three stage program of 1. Becoming profitable for the first time in our history. 2. Making all three subsidiaries profitable. 3. Bringing in enough revenue to justify becoming a fully reporting company and consequently making a move to bulletin board status.”

RMDG also announced that several other significant media content deals were being consummated at the time of this release and announcements can be expected shortly once they are completed.

About RMD Entertainment Group.

RMD Entertainment (RMD) is a cutting-edge entertainment company with a primary focus on selling hip-hop music internationally. Additionally, the company markets other Hip Hop lifestyle products to its music audience. RMD has a vast worldwide distribution network for its music to be sold to the end consumer in compact disc formats, digital downloads, and personal ring tones for mobile customers. RMD’s hip-hop catalogue is exclusively distributed by Bungalo Records in North America, which is exclusively distributed by Universal Music Group — while European distribution is handled entirely by the Pickwick Group of London England.

RMD is a company with well over 60 years combined experience in the music industry. Its staff producers have collaborated with some of the most influential names in the music scene today, such as Sting, David Byrne of the Talking Heads, George Kranz, Freedom Williams of C & C Music Factory, Steve Winwood, Robin Scott, and jazz saxophone legend Bill Evans, among others.

About Sciax Technology

Sciax Technology is an emerging company in defense imaging systems for law enforcement and military personnel engaged in counter-terrorism and other special security operations. Sciax America Inc. and Sciax Technology Inc. are wholly owned subsidiaries of RMD Entertainment Group (www.rmd-entertainment.com). This release contains forward-looking statements with respect to the results of operations and businesses of Sciax Technology Inc., Sciax America Inc., RMD Entertainment Inc. and RMD Entertainment Group, which involve risks and uncertainties. The company’s actual future results could materially differ from those discussed. Risks and uncertainties of the company will be detailed from time to time in the company’s periodic reports. The company intends that such statements about the company’s future expectations, including future revenues and enforcement and defense imaging system earnings, entertainment product earnings, and all other forward-looking statements, be subject to the “safe harbor” provision of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

This release contains forward-looking statements with respect to the results of operations and businesses of Sciax Technology Inc., Sciax America Inc. RMD Entertainment Inc. and RMD Entertainment Group, which involve risks and uncertainties. The company’s actual future results could materially differ from those discussed. Risks and uncertainties of the company will be detailed from time to time in the company’s periodic reports. The company intends that such statements about the company’s future expectations, including future revenues and enforcement and defense imaging system earnings, entertainment product earnings, and all other forward-looking statements, be subject to the “safe harbor” provision of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

CONTACT:
Jed Wallace
Publicist
Phone: (310) 234-3200
jwallace@mphpr.com

Mon 24th April, Club TNY played host to the UKs Jump Off TV $2000 Spin The Mic MC Rap Battle Competition.  Moments before the final, a fight broke out in the audience between two ladies, which escalated into a mass brawl involving bouncers and members of different entourages.  Shortly after security had the situation under control, but the clubs management decided to close down the event.
 
Drama overshadowing Hip Hop events in New York City is nothing new, and with 5 MCs left and $2000 cash to be won, the organizers were determined that Hip Hop would come out on top and made a decision to finish the competition on the street outside the club.
 
The final saw Illmaculate(Portland) beating Quest Mcody(Detroit) to take the cash and the 5ft Spin The Mic trophy.  Full story on http://www.jumpoff.tv/news.php?SN=2006-04-27_c.  Spin The Mic 2006 DVD to be released July.

CONTACT:
Harold Anthony
harry@jumpoff.tv
+ 1 212 203 1200 (USA)
+ 44 7956 583 221(UK)
www.jumpoff.tv

“Overproof is the debut album and dammit Ill say it a 2006 classic!” — Peak Street

“Instead of merely being nostalgic, S.A. pushes music forward by avoiding what is trendy and what has already been done by staying focused on what they love…” — Jive Magazine (4 out of 5 stars)

As opposed to groups who either force change or resist it, the hip-hop group Substance Abuse embraces a natural progression. The trio creates earnest hip-hop music, combining equal measures of intelligence, clarity, innovation, and polish to evoke the unpretentious consciousness of the Golden Age era, while avoiding corny retro posturing. After gaining much acclaim for their collaboration with MF Doom on the infectious “Profitless Thoughts,” Substance Abuse is ready to drop their long awaited full length, “Overproof,” a term signifying “more than ample evidence” of S.A.’s eminent dopeness.

Group members Eso Tre and Subz grew up together in Los Angeles, where they became hip-hop fans at an early age. In high school, the duo could often be found in the audience at the legendary Unity events that have since come to define the progressive LA hip-hop scene of the early 90s. Inspired by those shows emphasis on positive _expression through creative art, the friends began working on their own music.

Substance Abuses first release was a 1998 EP with Santa Barbara’s mic.edu called Brand New Crime on Rocketship Records. The project received extensive college radio airplay and critical praise, and led to the filming of a video for the track Spontaneous Egos?, directed by independent filmmaker Jesse Felsot. The clip became a favorite of underground West Coast video shows and is currently available for viewing online at Sputnik7 (www.sputnik7.com). This was followed by the filming of the video for Night on the Town? featuring Kool Keith, which can be viewed at www.threshrecs.com

Throughout the next year, Eso Tre and Subz bolstered their reputations as crowd movers with a series of performances sharing the stage with mic legends such as Souls of Mischief and Aceyalone. In turn, the group’s lyrical prowess earned them a slot on Sway and Tech’s Wake-Up Show, where they premiered the lead track from their debut single, “What the Fuck You Rhymin’ For?” Finally, S.A. was named in URB magazines Next 100? last year as a new group to watch.
The name doesnt have anything to do with getting faded,? explains MC Eso, who adds that their name is commonly misunderstood. Abuse is a word which correlates with excess, and we are excessively concerned with interjecting substance in the music.?

Overproof includes contributions from Saafir, Kool Keith, Motion Man, Kutmasta Kurt, P.E.A.C.E., Rasco, Thes-One, and MF Doom.

For more info:
www.myspace.com/substanceabuse
www.weapon-shaped.com/substanceabuse

Overproof is available at all good retailers, including:
UndergroundHipHop.com: http://www.undergroundhiphop.com/store/detail.asp?UPC=THR6503CD
Amazon.com: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000F8DTRS/002-2224243-7333640?v=glance&n=5174
HipHopSite.com: http://www.hiphopsite.com/search/?ITEM=42996640-05A2-4B0E-A772-B114F49D750F
TheMerchGirl.com: http://www.themerchgirl.com/suabcd.html
Rocking Horse: http://www.rockinghorse.net/rap.php
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Elemental Consulting
AOL IM: loulou76yo
www.elemental-consulting.com/blogger.html
www.myspace.com/elementalc
[online marketing :: music :: lifestyle :: entertainment]

SCHEDULED TO BE RELEASED BY MASS APPEAL ENTERTAINMENT ON JUNE 20TH, 2006
 
(New York, NY – April 27, 2006)  Boston native and lyrical genius, Dre Robinson is set to release his highly anticipated debut solo LP, titled “This is Me”.  Dre Robinson, a name synonymous with Boston’s underground Hip-hop community, is ready to bring his hometown to the forefront of Hip-hop.  “This is Me”, which will be released on independent label, Mass Appeal Entertainment, will hit shelves on June 20th, distributed through Universal Music Group’s Fontana Distribution.  
 
“This Is Me” is a gritty and passionate depiction of life in the ghetto’s of Boston.   Also known as “The Mass Jewel”, Dre is an underground phenom who brings an authenticity to his music that few in the industry can claim.  With guest appearances by Hip-hop favorites Mobb Deep, Jae Millz, Papoose, Remy Ma, Dancehall legend Lexxus and hometown crew The Jacob Family, “This is Me” is sure to bring Dre Robinson much deserved mainstream success. 
 
The street buzz has already begun on Dre’s debut album with the leak of “Be So Cold” featuring NYC’s hottest commodities Jae Millz and Papoose.  “Be So Cold” is an ode to the streets that is sure to please hard core Hip-hop fans around the globe. Radio stations nationwide will be serviced with the album’s official smash single “Oh Yeah” on May 1.  Dre has already received significant radio play with hitmaker Marcus “DL” Siskind produced track “Get Right” remix featuring Mobb Deep.  “Get Right” garnered attention in the clubs and on mixshow play lists of the nation’s biggest DJ’s last year.  “This is Me” will also include “No, No, No”, a collaboration with dancehall giant Lexxus and club ready “Ghetto Mistress” featuring Remy Ma.
 
“It makes me feel good to see people gravitating towards my music, said Dre Robinson.  “It’s amazing how much support I’ve been getting throughout the years with my mixtapes on the underground circuit and I’m looking forward to bringing something new to Hip-hop and sharing my music with the world.”
 
Having received major media attention with feature stories in The Source Magazine, The Boston Globe, The Boston Phoenix, www.bostonrap.com, and radio stations across the country, Dre Robinson is ready to put Boston on the map and show the world who he is.
 
About Mass Appeal Entertainment
Owned and operated by Producer/Writer Marcus “DL” Siskind (Backstreet Boys, Lauryn Hill, Queen Latifah, etc.)  Mass Appeal Entertainment is a Boston, MA based company with a multitude of artists currently signed from various musical genres.  In 2005, Mass Appeal entered into a multi-year venture with the Universal Music Group’s Fontana Distribution to distribute all projects. Mass Appeal also has divisions in Publishing (Shakertown Music is a joint venture with Sony/ATV Publishing) and a Recording facility (world class Blue Jay Recording studio co-owned with Kevin Richardson from the Backstreet Boys).  Releasing highly-anticipated albums by artists such as the legendary Lisa Lisa (from Lisa Lisa and the Cult Jam), Boston’s Hiphop star Dre Robinson, and Singer/Songwriter Ryan Toby (formerly of City High), Mass Appeal Entertainment is an independent force taking the music industry by storm.
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5W Public Relations (www.5wpr.com)
Entertainment + Lifestyle
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Cell: (646) 221-9100

The anchor feature of BlackPlanet.com’s star-studded Black Music Month celebration coming this June is Wired for Battle an online American Idol style talent contest where members will compete to be named the best Hip Hop artist on BlackPlanet.com. Beginning on April 12th BlackPlanet.com members can enter the contest by submitting an original Hip Hop song online. During the month of May the contestants will be judged by the BlackPlanet.com membership in weekly online elimination rounds. At the end of the elimination rounds the final five finalists will be flown to New York City to perform in The Final Battle on June 21st before a live audience and a music industry insider panel of judges including Styles P from Ruff Ryder / Interscope records. The event will be broadcast live over the web on BlackPlanet.com.

BlackPlanet Music Month will also feature Mary J. Blige, D-Roc from Da Muzicianz, Kelis, Saul Williams, Smitty, Pitbull and Rhymefest in weekly live online chats. More celebrity chat guests are expected to be announced.

In addition to the celebrity chats and Hip Hop talent search, BlackPlanet Music Month will present several highly engaging multimedia and interactive features designed to immerse the visitor in the world of music. Features include Double Take, an interactive “separated at birth” game and The Golden Mic Awards where members can vote for their favorite artists and songs in a variety of categories.

Early response to promotion for the event on BlackPlanet.com has been huge with the pre-launch site averaging over 100,000 visitors per week. The event is expected to break all traffic records on BlackPlanet.com which already receives over four million monthly unique visitors and is the highest trafficked African American community site online today.

For more information about BlackPlanet Music Month contact:
Greg Remillard, Director Sales Marketing
gremillard@communityconnect.com
212-431-4477 ext. 518

About Community Connect, Inc.
Community Connect is the leader in online community destinations for U.S. ethnic groups and the 18th largest U.S. web property, measured in page views. With more than 16 million registered members across our three sites — AsianAvenue.com, BlackPlanet.com and MiGente.com — and more than eight years of experience in building online destinations, Community Connect is the definitive source for reaching ethnic audiences. Our members return to our sites daily to interact with people of similar backgrounds and interests, to establish meaningful relationships, to find jobs and to read about the latest news in politics, culture, music, entertainment. To find out more about Community Connect, go to www.communityconnect.com.

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Contact:
Greg Remillard
Community Connect Inc
Phone: 212-431-4477 ext. 518
Fax: 212-505-5483
gremillard@communityconnect.com

http://www.blackplanet.com

Innovative Online Music Portal Turns 1 Year Old, Offers Visitors Streaming Video of Some of This Year’s Biggest Music Events and Festivals

SAN ANTONIO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–April 27, 2006–Don’t have tickets to Coachella? Can’t snag a couch in Austin to crash on for ACL this year? Mom won’t let you borrow the wheels to drive to Tennessee for Bonnaroo? No worries, AT&T (NYSE:T – News) will deliver exclusive webcasts right to the comfort of your living room, bedroom or office.

The AT&T Blue Room, (http://blueroom.att.com) an online portal featuring exclusive musical content, in-studio interviews, live performances, and unedited commentary of chart-topping artists is celebrating its first birthday. This bash includes a yearlong lineup of streaming video over the Web, giving fans who can’t be at the hottest shows in person the opportunity to see them in real time and at no charge.

Kicking off the 2006 season, the AT&T Blue Room will feature exclusive performances from some of the more than 95 bands taking part in this year’s Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival (April 29 – 30, 2006). Following the event, much of the content will be archived on the Blue Room (http://blueroom.att.com) allowing fans to relive the festival experience. A full list of acts and additional festival details are available at www.coachella.com.

In addition, the AT&T Blue Room festival schedule will include:

* Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival, Manchester, Tenn.: June 16 – 18, 2006
* Lollapalooza 2006, Chicago, Ill.: Aug. 4 – 6, 2006
* Austin City Limits Music Festival, Austin, Texas: Sept. 15 – 17, 2006

Festival lineups and specific details will be announced closer to each event. Since it launched a year ago, the AT&T Blue Room has offered more than 1,000 exclusive video music clips and delivered behind-the-scenes access to big-name music events, like Lollapalooza, Vegoose and Austin City Limits Music Festival.

“In its inaugural year, AT&T Blue Room blew away music fans with its wide range of content,– from country music newcomers to alternative rock legends and everything in between — and this year, as we deliver even more, we’re positioned to become one of the top online destinations for exclusive music festival webcasts,” said Scott Helbing, chief marketing officer, AT&T Consumer. “As we attract more and more visitors to the AT&T Blue Room, we have the opportunity to introduce AT&T products and services to a whole new generation of customers.”

AT&T Blue Room is part of a strategic initiative to link the AT&T brand to premier communications and entertainment experiences, as well as to fuel sales and demonstrate how key products and services offered by AT&T such as AT&T Yahoo!® High Speed Internet and AT&TDISH Network Satellite TV can meet increasing consumer demands for value, choice and convenience.

To experience the AT&T Blue Room, visit http://blueroom.att.com.

About the New AT&T

AT&T Inc. is one of the world’s largest telecommunications holding companies and is the largest in the United States. Operating globally under the AT&T brand, AT&T companies are recognized as the leading worldwide providers of IP-based communications services to business and as leading U.S. providers of high speed DSL Internet, local and long distance voice, and directory publishing and advertising services. AT&T Inc. holds a 60 percent ownership interest in Cingular Wireless, which is the No. 1 U.S. wireless services provider with 55.8 million wireless customers. Additional information about AT&T Inc. and AT&T products and services is available at www.att.com.

© 2006 AT&T Knowledge Ventures. All rights reserved. Subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. provide products and services under the AT&T brand.

Contact:
AT&T Inc.
Tiffany Nels, 512-963-6357
tnels@attnews.us
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LiveDigital.com Hosts First Ever Interactive WebCam Freestyle Battle Rap Tournament

LOS ANGELES, April 27 /PRNewswire/ — LiveDigital.com and Jin the Emcee are teaming up to find the next ground-breaking, raw and talented battle rap newcomer through their revolutionary interactive video event — Spitcam (http://www.livedigital.com/contest/spitcam). Using the latest and most innovative multimedia platform on the web, LiveDigital will greatly enhance the digital lifestyle of their rapidly growing online community as hip hop hopefuls the world over duke it out for the respect of the international battle rap superstar Jin the Emcee.

Aspiring emcees who want to take their wordplay to the next level can submit their 60-second videos of verbal assault to Spitcam, and encourage their digital connections to log on and vote dope (thumbs up) or wack (thumbs down). Spitcam’s tournaments provide a platform for up and coming freestylers to promote their sounds with LiveDigital’s powerful broadcasting tools and become a part of the dynamic and diverse LiveDigital community.

“Over the years, battling online with audio has become its own culture,” said Jin. “That’s why I worked with LiveDigital to put Spitcam together. We’re bringing the whole phenomenon to the next level. Now not only can you make diss audios about your opponent, but you can actually have a visual with those rhymes. Step up to the Spitcam challenge. Let the battling begin.”

Each Spitcam contest winner will be awarded $1,000, a spot in the Spitcam Hall of Fame and the hard-earned respect of freestyle phenomenon Jin the Emcee (106 & Park Hall of Famer and 2 Time 50K FightKlub Champion).

Some of the biggest names in hip-hop got their start battle rapping, a competition in which two emcees stand face to face and take turns verbally attacking and spitting rhymes against the other. After going through the predetermined number of rounds, the audience decides which emcee walks away the victor.

Each Spitcam competition begins with an open call for entries for all LiveDigital community members. Using a bracket system, the top eight entries will be paired off for their first battle; the four winners of the first battle will be paired off for a second battle; and the two winners of the second battle will then face off for a final battle and a chance to win $1,000.

“The Spitcam competition is the first interactive and digital competition of its kind. Spitcam is an excellent demonstration of LiveDigital’s platform capabilities to facilitate the creation of original art and self expression while fostering community,” said Lawrence Ng, CEO of LiveDigital’s parent company Oversee.net. “The universal appeal of LiveDigital is that it empowers, creates and fosters interaction, while providing the best multimedia tools available, allowing for communal self-expression — ultimately enhancing a user’s digital lifestyle.”

About LiveDigital.com

LiveDigital’s comprehensive multimedia platform, tightly integrated set of publishing, communication and networking features support and enable the social web like never before. Users can engage, create, and share their personalized content online in a multitude of ways for a more meaningful experience. For more information, visit http://www.livedigital.com/.

About Oversee.net

Oversee.net is a technology-driven media company. Headquartered in Los Angeles, the Company has over 150 employees and offices in Northern California and New York. The Company has been growing profitably since inception. To learn more, visit http://www.oversee.net/.

Source: LiveDigital

CONTACT: Will Ostedt, wostedt@ppmgcorp.com, or Landon Cowan,
lcowan@ppmgcorp.com, both of The Pollack PR Marketing Group, +1-310-556-4443,
for LiveDigital

Web site: http://www.livedigital.com/
http://www.livedigital.com/contest/spitcam
http://www.oversee.net/

#1 at Rhythm Crossover

#1 of greatest gainer on R&B Mainstream building chart

#1 most played video on MTV2

#1 most played video on BET

#1 selling UMRG ringtone

#1 hip-hop video on AOL

NEW YORK, April 27 /PRNewswire/ — Universal Motown Records hip-hop artist Chamillionaire is ridin’ an unprecedented tidal wave of across-the-board success, propelled by the second single “Ridin,” from his debut album The Sound Of Revenge. “Ridin,” featuring Krayzie Bone, is currently the #1 record at Rhythm Crossover radio, the #1 Greatest Gainer at R&B Mainstream and the #1 Most Requested Record with females across the country at urban radio. The “Ridin,” video is also currently the #1 Most Played clip on both MTV2 and BET, captivating the attention of music fans nationwide.

Chamillionaire is also taking over on the digital domain, receiving more than 3 million hits on the popular fan destination site Myspace.com, and is establishing an unparalleled on-line presence by claiming the #1 most visited web site on the Universal Motown roster. The prolific rapper is also topping the surging mobile sales market, becoming Universal Music Group’s #1 selling ringtone artist, as well as owning the #1 hip-hop video on AOL.

The scorching debut album, The Sound Of Revenge sales have steadily increased for the past eight weeks and is rapidly moving up the Billboard Top 200 Album chart, jumping from #43 to #20 this past week.

In addition — the tireless Houston native recently geared up for some lyrical smack with fans as the newest celebrity to participate in the Xbox Live “Game with Fame” on-line session. Chamillionaire joined fans live on April 18 in a ‘live’ gaming event which gives Xbox Live subscribers the opportunity to play and chat with some of music’s hottest stars. Past celebrity players include Ludacris, The Strokes, and Incubus. The energetic live performer is also rolling through the country with fellow Houston native Lil’ Flip, on the Texas Boyz Tour.

On the verge of becoming a ‘household’ hip-hop name, and praised by tomes like the NY Daily News, for his ability to “transform himself with a range of styles,” Chamillionaire told one writer, recently: ” … It’s great to see fans wearing a shirt with my face on it. It’s crazy how people react when you speak with purpose.”

The Sound Of Revenge, which features a top-tier roster of acclaimed producers and guest-artists, such as Kool & Dre (The Game), Scott Storch (50 Cent), David Banner, Mannie Fresh, and The Beat Bullies (Big Boi/Outkast), is nearing platinum, becoming one of the most successful hip-hop debuts of the year.

Source: Universal Motown Records

CONTACT: Vickie Charles, +1-212-373-0783, vickie.charles@umusic.com, for
Universal Motown Records

Web site: http://www.universalrecords.com/

Who: Mad Linx From BET’s ‘Rap City’

What: To Host The 2nd Annual Robert S. Shumake Scholarship Relays

Where: Martin Luther King High School, Detroit, MI

When: April 29th, 2006 @ 8:00 a.m.

Why: Mad Linx Teams Up with the Shumake Relays to Award Prizes and Scholarships to Outstanding H.S. Students from Across the Midwest

DETROIT, April 26 /PRNewswire/ — Mad Linx, the host of the popular Black Entertainment Television (BET) show “Rap City,” will host the 2nd Annual Robert S. Shumake Scholarship Relays on April 29, 2006 at Martin Luther King Jr. High School (3200 East Lafayette St., Detroit, MI). Track and field teams from high schools all across the Midwest will come face to face in competition in Detroit to vie for scholarships and prizes.

“What better way to give back to the community than to get involved with the Shumake Relays, which helps talented athletes and academic achievers make their college dreams come true? What Robert Shumake has created is a dream machine and I want to be part of it,” says Mad Linx. “I am looking forward to not only seeing the races, but also meeting these students — Our next generation of leaders.”

Sanctioned by the USA Track and Field Association, the Robert S. Shumake Family Scholarship Relays brings together students to compete for individual and team trophies and college scholarships.

Founded by former Detroit all-city track star, businessman Robert Shumake, CEO of Inheritance Investment Group, the event is fast becoming one of the top relays in the country. It is already the largest high school relay in Detroit. Shumake has long been committed to helping the youth obtain their dreams. Along with his many corporate contacts and connections, Robert has been able to provide scholarship funding for the relays. This unique track and field meet not only awards the winners with medals and trophies but also provides college scholarships to qualified participants. The scholarships are administered through the Detroit branch of United Negro College Fund.

To register or inquire about sponsorships, please visit the website at http://www.shumakerelays.com/ or call 248-443-0939.

For Press Information, Please Contact: S&S Associates (908) 221-1660
Tonya Payton
tonyapayton777@verizon.net

Source: Robert S. Shumake Foundation

CONTACT: Tonya Payton of S&S Associates, +1-908-221-1660,
tonyapayton777@verizon.net, for Robert S. Shumake Foundation

Web site: http://www.shumakerelays.com/

Bob Baker Publishes First-Ever MySpace Music Promotion Guide

/24-7PressRelease/ – April 27, 2006 — It’s one of the great Internet success stories of the modern era. With more than 73 million registered users and nearly one million music acts setting up free profiles on the site, MySpace.com has become a godsend for countless independent artists — including Relient K, My Chemical Romance, Arctic Monkeys, and Hawthorne Heights.

MySpace is now one of the top seven most popular web sites on the planet — right up there with Google, Yahoo and Ebay in total visitors and page views.

According to author Bob Baker:

- If you’re a musical artist and you aren’t promoting yourself on MySpace yet, you need to start — fast!

- If you already have a MySpace artist profile, you need to make the best use of it so you get the maximum exposure possible.

“For the past few months I’ve been researching MySpace and uncovering how the most successful acts use it to reach thousands of fans, make connections, and advance their music careers,” says Baker, who is the author of “Guerrilla Music Marketing Handbook” and editor of http://TheBuzzFactor.com/ and http://MusicPromotionBlog.com/ .

What Baker discovered along the way is that most artists misuse the many free features that MySpace offers and simply don’t squeeze the most potential out of them.

“I searched far and wide for useful how-to information on MySpace music marketing … and couldn’t find any. Nothing,” he says. “So I decided to publish something myself.”

The result is a 68-page, first-ever, one-of-a-kind ebook called “MySpace Music Marketing: How to Promote and Sell Your Music on the World’s Biggest Networking Web Site.”

Sections include:

- How to Set Up a Killer MySpace Profile
- Using MySpace to Turbo-Charge Your Indie Music Career
- Artist Survey of 29 Successful Indie Musicians
- Bonus Section: 33 More Places to Network, Attract Fans, Post MP3s and Videos, Create Podcasts, and More

A paperback print version is scheduled for release in June 2006. More details can be found at http://MySpaceMusicMarketing.com/

Bob Baker is a writer, indie musician, and former music magazine editor who is dedicated to showing musicians of all kinds how to get exposure, connect with fans, sell more CDs, and increase their incomes through their artistic passions. His other titles include “Killer Music Press Kits,” “50 Ways to Promote and Sell Your Music on the Internet,” “What Every Musician Should Know About Self-Promotion,” “Music Marketing Crash Course,” “Unleash the Artist Within,” and “Branding Yourself Online.”

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Press Release Contact Information:
Bob Baker
Spotlight Publications
Owner
E-Mail: bob@thebuzzfactor.com