Ruthless Records Co-Founder Jerry Heller Credits Ahmet Ertegun For First Gold West Coast Rap Group

     Jerry Heller, co-founder of Eazy-E's Ruthless Records and manager of the multi-platinum rap group N.W.A. issued a statement on Wednesday, crediting Ahmet Ertegun as being responsible for the first West Coast hiphop group to go gold, selling half a million copies, a release that was distributed by Atlantic Records, and that was on the Ruthless Records imprint. Heller and the late rap legend Eric "Eazy-E" Wright initiated the seminal West Coast rap label Ruthless Records by establishing distribution of its early Dr. Dre produced artists, including JJ Fad, the D.O.C. and Michel'le through Atlantic Records.

     Ruthless' JJ Fad became the first West Coast rap group to go gold with the success of their hit album "Supersonic." Importantly, this Ruthless Records release was the very first rap album ever to sell gold on any label within in the Warner Music Group.

     Heller states of Ertegun, "Ahmet brought integrity, vision, style and class to the music business. A giant among mere mortals. His presence will be sorely missed by those of us who had the privilege of knowing him."

     Heller praises Ertegun several times in his autobiographical memoir "Ruthless," which was recently published by Simon and Schuster.

Media Contact: Phyllis Pollack
Def Press Public Relations
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2006: A Banner Year for Chris Lighty's Violator Management

* A Career Tally of Over 70 Million Albums Sold

* New Signings Such as Diddy and Fantasia

* Historic Oscar Win for Three 6 Mafia

* New Ventures for 50 Cent, Missy Elliott and LL Cool J

NEW YORK, Dec. 14 /PRNewswire/ -- Chris Lighty, CEO Violator Management, "one of the industry's most influential talent managers" (Forbes), has plenty of reasons to celebrate this season. A trailblazer at heart, Chris Lighty and Violator spent 2006 re-writing the book on global entertainment management, while logging over 70 million albums sold throughout Violator's existence.

Lighty is the formidable behind-the-scenes operator whose multimedia company guides the careers of Hip-hop's hottest, including: Diddy, 50 Cent, Missy Elliott, Busta Rhymes, LL Cool J, Three 6 Mafia, Fantasia, Papoose, Winky Wright, and others. 2006 marked the massive, cross-media expansion of Violator's empire with deals spanning the music, film, television, advertising, sports and financial industries -- elevating Violator to unprecedented heights.

Blazing new ground in integrated deal-making, Violator took on the management of Hip-Hop icon Diddy in 2006; was instrumental in orchestrating 50 Cent's investment in the Glaceau-owned Vitamin Water; and continued the 50 Cent Reebok deal movement worldwide.

It was also a year of firsts: Violator's Three 6 Mafia received an Oscar for "It's Hard Out Here for a Pimp," from the movie "Hustle & Flow," positioning them historically as the first African-American Hip-hop group to win an Academy Award for Best Song. They were also the first Hip-hop artists ever to perform at the ceremony.

With record company budgets at an all-time low, Violator-managed Papoose secured an impressive 1.5 million dollar deal with Jive Records -- validating not only the artist's talent, but Violator's ability to break through barriers.

In June 2006, Violator's Mona Scott, sold Missy Elliot's life story to Universal Pictures. Universal's expectations are so high that they plan to have Robert DeNiro and Jane Rosenthal produce and Diane Houston write and direct.

In Violator's latest round, Winky Wright -- champion boxer -- took another step towards a middleweight crown on December 12th by easily beating Ike Quartey in 12 rounds. Look out for the Jermaine Taylor and Winky Wright rematch in 2007!

As Hip-hop has become an international phenomenon and the prevailing youth culture, Chris Lighty has maintained his presence from the streets, navigating through both ends of the spectrum. His winning methods and vast playbook are rooted in Hip-hop culture. He's been a leader, an inspiration, and a driving force with his artists, leaving an indelible mark that no other manager can rival in these times.

Combining business savvy with passion, instinct and an unwavering sense of community, he's also surrounded himself with an exceptional team and support system.

It is a new era in the music industry, one that will be earmarked by the bold, visionary moves and next-level thinking of the man we know as The Violator.

Source: Violator Management

CONTACT: Leyla Turkkan, +1-646-792-2180, or +1-917-374-8020,
leylaturkkan@aol.com, or Rey Roldan, +1-646-792-2182, rey@reybee.com, both of
The Catalyst for Violator Management

House of Courvoisier Gets a Little 'Flavor of Love'

CHICAGO, Dec. 14 /PRNewswire/ -- Hip-hop's most distinguished hype man, Flavor Flav, takes a break from the festivities to pose for the camera with Deelishis, his love interest and co-star of his hit reality series "Flavor of Love", and Allen Spence, Courvoisier brand manager, at the BET Hip-Hop Awards Official After Party at the House of Courvoisier.

(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20061214/CGTH058 )

Held recently at the 755 Club at Turner Field in Atlanta, House of Courvoisier once again produced a luxury experience for partygoers, playing host to 800 invitees representing the who's who of the urban entertainment world. Other noted celebrities spied enjoying the party were BET Hip-Hop Award winner Busta Rhymes, Big Tigger; rappers Chamillionaire and DJ UNK; as well as Terrence and Rosci, the new co-hosts of BET's 106 & Park. Grammy award-winning singer and actress Monica was on site hosting the post show, which premiered on BET after the BET Hip-Hop Awards Show. The party continued into the early morning, as guests treated themselves to a menu of signature Courvoisier cocktails, while satisfying their hunger with delectable hors d'oeuvres and getting down on the dance floor as the hottest tracks in hip-hop and R&B were spun by the legendary DJ Biz Markie.

Courvoisier reminds consumers to "drink smart(R)." For more information about Courvoisier cognac and corporate responsibility visit http://www.couvoisier.com/ and http://www.drinksmart.com/ .

Courvoisier(C) Cognac, 40% alc./vol.
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CONTACT: Thelma A. Walker, +1-312-986-1265, twalker@flowercomm.com , or
Ronald E. Childs, +1-312-986-1260, rchilds@flowerscomm.com , both for
Courvoisier

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Russell Simmons and Dr. Benjamin Chavis Issue Open Letter Published in today’s New York Post about Diamonds in Africa

December 14, 2006
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Simmons Jewelry Company Co-Owner Russell Simmons and Hip-Hop Summit Action Network Co-Chairman Dr. Benjamin Chavis issued an open letter published in today’s New York Post calling for public support for the empowerment of African people and communities where diamonds are a natural resource. Simmons and Chavis were part of a Simmons Jewelry Company delegation, which just returned from a fact-finding mission to South Africa and Botswana last week. The text of the open letter is as follows:

OPEN LETTER

THE GREEN INITIATIVE

MOVING FROM CHARITY TO AFRICAN EMPOWERMENT: DIAMONDS PROVIDE SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN BOTSWANA AND SOUTH AFRICA

IT TAKES A CHILD TO RAISE A CONTINENT

When you look into the face of a young child in Africa, you should be able to see the future of a better world. Some may affirm it takes a village to raise a child. Yet for many reasons today in Africa, it takes a child with a good education, nutrition, health care and development opportunities to raise a village, a nation and a continent out of poverty and disease.

Respected African leaders like former South Africa President Nelson Mandela, President Thabo Mbeki of South Africa and President Festus Mogae of Botswana and many others have expressed concern about the current wave of misinformation in public discourse with respect to the issues of diamonds from Africa. In a letter to Warner Brothers and to “Blood Diamond” movie director Ed Zwick, Nelson Mandela cautioned, “It would be deeply regrettable if the making of the film inadvertently obscured the truth, and, as a result, led the world to believe that an appropriate response might be to cease buying mined diamonds from Africa.” He added, “We hope that the desire to tell a gripping and important real life historical story will not result in the destabilization of African diamond producing countries, and, ultimately their peoples.” We concur with Mr. Mandela.

It is unfortunate that old stereotypical images of an underdeveloped, self-destructive, savage Africa have been re-conjured up in the mindset of too many people by those who may be well intentioned but who, through their unmitigated zeal to make and market movies, documentaries, and other forms of media, inadvertently display a hurtful, counterproductive, irresponsible and less than accurate portrayal of the current reality of Africa. Despite this inaccurate interpretation, we welcome and are thankful for the opportunity for dialogue with all who are focused on this issue, especially human rights organizations, like Amnesty International.

Even in Sierra Leone today, the issue of diamonds and the stability of that economy is quite different and far more productive than what is displayed in the movie. Since Sierra Leone became a part of the Kimberley Process in 2003, revenues from diamonds in that country have increased 100%, helping to repair its tragic past. Our job is to help strengthen the Kimberley Process.

We are very strong defenders of freedom of speech and freedom of artistic expression. And, we know with freedom comes responsibility. The objective of this open letter is to clarify the facts and be responsive and responsible in helping African people empower themselves. We all must be willing to support efforts and initiatives that can make a real difference toward ending poverty and disease in Africa. More than a handout, the people of Africa need a helping hand toward empowerment, trade and investment.

While completing a nine-day Simmons Jewelry Company fact-finding mission to southern Africa to see firsthand how diamonds are empowering Africans in Botswana and South Africa, we witnessed concrete examples of how the diamond industry directly enhances sustainable economic development and contributes to the overall self-empowerment of African people and communities. We first chose those places in Africa where there are stable democratic governments and the kind of government-private sector joint ventures that have a factual and transparent track record of improving the quality of life.

We were in search of a success model not only for the diamond industry but, eventually, for other extractive industries in Africa. We found that Botswana is the undisputed world model of African empowerment when it comes to the extraction, processing and production of diamonds. We visited thriving commercial training and production centers, as well as well-equipped public schools, hospitals, family care facilities, orphanages, and HIV/AIDS clinics, all financially supported throughout Botswana from diamond beneficiation. We were heartened by the positive developments we saw and we believe these effective measures can be the model for other countries in Africa that possess vast resources.

When we arrived back in the United States one week ago, we reported our findings of fact and announced the establishment of the Diamond Empowerment Fund (D.E.F.™). As a nonprofit international organization, the mission of the D.E.F.™ is to raise money for the development and empowerment of people and communities in Africa where diamonds are a natural resource. We are in the jewelry and diamond business. We believe in corporate social responsibility. Out of this, The Simmons Jewelry Company launched the Green Initiative. The purpose of the Green Initiative is to raise funds for the D.E.F.™ Twenty-five percent of the net proceeds from the sale of Simmons Jewelry Company Green Initiative items go directly to the D.E.F.™

During this holiday season of giving, we urge others in the diamond industry and all people of goodwill to give back more and work harder to help make a productive difference in Africa. Let's refrain from paternalistic arrogance and misinformed judgments about an entire continent that has been so blessed by God with an abundance of natural resources and great potential. Let’s help them realize that potential. Our love for Africa is unconditional. Will you join us?

Sincerely,

Russell Simmons and
Dr. Benjamin Chavis

Contacts
JLM PR, Inc.
Jody L. Miller, 212-431-5227
jody@jlmpr.com

New pH Music single "Mercy" garners top slot on National College and Mixshow Hip-Hop Charts

Scoring a big win for independent labels everywhere, the Hip-Hop 12" single "Mercy" was the #1 single on the Rapnetwork Record Breakers college charts and #2 on the Rapattacklives college and mixshow charts for the week of December 11, 2006.

/24-7PressRelease/ - December 14, 2006 - Scoring a big win for independent labels everywhere, the 12" single "Mercy" was the #1 single on the Rapnetwork Record Breakers college charts and #2 on the Rapattacklives college and mixshow charts for the week of December 11, 2006.

Up and coming underground denizens, the Last Eighth and O.U.O got together with renowned emcee Skillz for this ill new single. "Mercy" is a free for all, take no prisoners rhyme fest over a rugged track displaying the essence of emceeing, dope rhymes, witty punch lines and dynamic delivery. This record has all the trappings of an underground smash and will certainly appeal to a broad range of hip-hop fans.

The single is the second by the group the Last Eighth based in Richmond, Virginia who are currently working on their debut album tentatively titled, Business and Pleasure.

A spokesman for pH Music commented, "This is just the type of song underground hip-hop fans have been waiting for amidst the flood of excessive commercialism and run of the mill sound-alike songs in this bling era."

The single leverages the impact of the group O.U.O who recently released a critically acclaimed full length album, of unknown origin that is distributed internationally in conjunction with Domination Recordings. As Skillz raps out in his verse "Got a marvelous flow with that O.U.O..." Dumi Right who also appears on the track is member of O.U.O but also founding member of the groundbreaking African hip-hop group Zimbabwe Legit.

Trilogy/Foundation Media was responsible for the highly successful national and international radio promotional campaign.

The record is being distributed by TRC Distribution and Crosstalk Distribution and is available at select eTail locations including undergroundhiphop.com.

For more information visit www.ouofam.com, www.thelasteighth.com or www.myspace.com/ouo1

About pH Music, LLC
pH Music, LLC is the entity that conducts the business affairs of O.U.O, Zimbabwe Legit and The Last Eighth and other affiliated groups. The name stands for pure Hip-Hop and progressive Hip-Hop, which is driving force behind the creation of the company and aptly describes what the label aims to propagate.

pH Music has released a number of successful singles, full lengths and compilations and is currently spearheading completion of the upcoming album by Zimbabwe Legit as a follow up to the critically acclaimed Brothers from the Mother.

Camden NJ's Big Lou signs with DJ Kay Slay's StreetSweepers Entertainment

The streets could only hold out for so long, when an artist is making noise in the right places to get seen by the right people, a fulfilled destiny is inevitable. Lost City Records is proud to announce that Big Lou aka the Spanish Frank White has just signed to DJ Kay Slay's StreetSweepers Entertainment. In a similar fashion as Papoose, Kay Slay has seen Big Lou make his mark on the hip hop game in 2006. With numerous Mixtapes appearances and releases, including 'Resurrecting The Dead' in which Kay Slay hosts for Big Lou and Bedtyme357's 'Hate Money PT 5 Hosted by Jae Millz' , the smashing of shows across NYC and Philly such as 721 Productions, Faces In The Crowd and iStandard, as well as the rumbling of his explosive street single 'Taking Over', is just what Big Lou Plans to do.

As stated on HipHopGame.com

Big Lou of Lost City Records recently signed with DJ Kay Slay's Streetsweepers Entertainment. The Camden, NJ rapper was discovered by Kay Slay through a series of showcases.

"We were doing all the showcases we could, no matter how small it was," Big Lou's manager Frank Urban explained to HipHopGame.

At the 721 Productions Showcase at City Night Club, put on by Mecca, Big Lou was the eleventh performer out of 22. Big Lou's performance excited DJ Kay Slay so much that he offered $1000 to any rapper in the building who thought they were better than Big Lou.

"He definitely left an impression that day," Urban said.

Big Lou would run into Kay Slay again at another 721 Productions Showcase at Club 2686 in Long Island. After the second showcase seeing Big Lou, Kay Slay gave Big Lou his information and told Lou to come by his studio and the station sometime. Nothing ever materialized from that, but that's not the end of the story.

Big Lou would run into DJ Kay Slay again for a third time at a showcase at Club 2686 in Long Island. Big Lou, who was opening up for Remy Ma knew Kay Slay would be at the showcase, so he came out with an a capella bigging up Kay Slay and thanking him for his support.

The fourth time seeing Kay Slay proved to be the charm for Big Lou. The showcase was another 721 Productions Showcase, this time in Greenwich. Big Lou put on what his manager called an "incredible performance," despite the fact that his stage CD was malfunctioning. Urban believes Big Lou's ability to stay cool under pressure factored into Kay Slay's decision to sign Big Lou.

"I really think that Big Lou is the next guy," Kay Slay told Big Lou and Frank Urban after the showcase. Three days later, a contract was in the mail.

"He is hip-hop to the fullest," DJ Kay Slay told HipHopGame of his decision to sign Big Lou. "He has the ability to change styles and his stage performance made signing him a no-brainer."

"It's real being around Slay," Big Lou told HipHopGame. "I know it's going to be real, which is what I'm about. It's great to be surrounded by real hip-hop and I'm definitely excited being on Street Sweepers. I feel like I'm part of a dynasty being built with Papoose and Vein."

When asked if he feels any pressure being on the same label as Papoose, Big Lou responds, "Papoose is nice and it's great to be around him. I don't really feel any pressure being on the same team. I would rather be on the same roster with someone who's great than someone who's ass. The challenge of being on the same label as Papoose motivates me even more."

Big Lou is currently pushing a mixtape entitled Resurrecting the Dead, hosted by the Drama King himself.

Kay Slay's also got Lou in the studio, as he is sending him beats for his next mixtape, which should be released soon.

For press, drops, exclusives contact jhatch@sprint.nextel.blackberry.net

For bookings and beat submission contact Frank@bigloulcr.com

For music, schedule, pics and general info on Big Lou www.myspace.com/biglouthespanishfrankwhite

XXL Relaunches Scratch Magazine

New Editorial Director and Editor-In-Chief create new look and vision for 2007

Scratch magazine is being reborn. The two and-a-half year old title, already a bible for hip-hop's producer/DJ community, is now being overseen by XXL Editor-In-Chief Elliott "YN" Wilson. 

Wilson's first official act as Editorial Director is appointing former XXL Senior Editor, Online Brendan Frederick as Editor-In-Chief. Wilson praised Frederick, who helmed the celebrated relaunch of XXLmag.com last spring, as a "leader" with  "crystal-clear vision." "I have complete confidence that my new Editor-In-Chief Brendan Frederick is the man for the job," he adds. “He has endless ideas of how to improve this book and he has my full support.”

"We're taking XXL's savvy take on hip-hop one level deeper with the new Scratch," Frederick says. "While XXL focuses on MCs’ personalities, Scratch will dissect the art of making music. Since the magazine already has a solid foundation with producers and DJs, we're focusing on attracting the everyday hip-hop fan who wants to discover the blood, sweat and tears that goes into popular music's most innovative genre. Call it an XXL for hip-hop's super-fans."

Wilson, who has spent the last 7 years turning XXL into hip-hop's preeminent magazine, will maintain an advisory role with the magazine. "I am extremely excited to be given the responsibility to make Scratch magazine a more commercially successful publication while still maintaining its essence," Wilson says. "I respect what Scratch has already accomplished in a short time but I know there’s much more to achieve. I love the challenge of being able to take my experience and guide a staff of talented young men and women to the level of success I’ve reached with XXL.”

Executive Publisher Jonathan Rheingold proclaims, "Under Elliott Wilson's direction, Brendan Frederick's day-to-day oversight and the certification of a trusted brand, XXL Presents: Scratch, will continue to grow as the only publication that caters to beatmakers, DJs and MCs. This magazine is all about the music."

The first issue of the new and improved XXL Presents: Scratch is the March/April issue and will be on newsstands February 6. Consider yourselves warned.

Contact: Brandon Himmel
BrandonHimmel@vzw.blackberry.net

American Southwest Music Distribution announces former MCA Recording artist signs deal with Screw-U-Records

LAS VEGAS, NV, Dec. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- American Southwest Music Distribution, Inc. (OTC BB: ASWD) announces that Screw-U-Records, with whom American Southwest Music has a multi-artist distribution agreement, has entered into a multi-album recording deal with former MCA recording artist Jahvan Barry (p.k.a "RubbaBandz"). RubbaBandz, originally from New York City, is well known for his gritty street anthems and roof-raising club hits.

"Screw-U-Records have a vision that is unsurpassed by any other label in the South. My music is about the streets and Screw-U-Records are committed to bringing the music of the streets to the rest of the world. It's a perfect match," commented RubbaBandz.

Remarked Screw-U-Records CEO Walter Goodin, "RubbaBandz mixes New York flow with southern swagger. His style is mesmerizing. Through our distribution agreement with American Southwest Music Distribution and Universal Republic, Bandz will be one of the most talked about artists in 2007."

Screw-U-Records is a dynamic, young record label headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama with offices in Hollywood and Atlanta. The company has an outstanding track record of discovering and successfully marketing independent artist throughout the country. For more information, go to www.screwurecords.net.

American Southwest Music Distribution: ASWD (www.aswmd.com) is a publicly traded company formed by music veterans David Michery and Robert Guillerman. The company has partnered with Universal Records; divisions of UMG Recordings Inc. to form a niche in the production marketing and distribution of fresh musical talent via traditional and nontraditional vehicles. The company is pleased to announce that their CEO David Michery has been featured on Market News First (www.mn1.com), please visit the website for more information.

Cautionary Statement:

This news release may contain certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, which are intended to be covered by the safe harbors created thereby. Investors are cautioned that all forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. Although American Southwest Music Distribution, Inc. believes that the assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements contained herein are reasonable, any assumption could be inaccurate, and therefore, there can be no assurance that the forward-looking statements included herein, the inclusion should not be regarded as a representation by American Southwest Music Distribution, Inc., or any other person that the objectives and plans of American Southwest Music Distribution, Inc. will be achieved.

CONTACT: Ray Johnson, (866) 639-3900, rayjay1@shaw.ca; Website: www.aswmd.com

Source: American Southwest Music Distribution, Inc.

CONTACT: Ray Johnson, (866) 639-3900, rayjay1@shaw.ca; Website:
www.aswmd.com

VIBE Names Best 60 Songs of 2006

Who Made the Cut? See and hear the full list exclusively on VIBE.com.

New York, NY (PRWEB) December 13, 2006 -- What were the best 60 songs of 2006? The VIBE Editors have made their list -- and now, you can see, hear and comment on their choices exclusively on VIBE.com.

There's much more to come on VIBE.com in 2007.
The VIBE 60 comes out this week - counting down by 12 songs each weekday - leading up to Friday, December 15, when VIBE's #1 song of the year will be revealed.

Who made the list? Who got dissed? Is this Jay-Z's year? Or Beyonce's? T.I.'s? Or the Game's? Or maybe... it's the year of the Queen, Mary J. Blige. Time will tell - check VIBE.com to find out.

VIBE.com is fast-becoming the home of urban culture online, with up-to-the-minute news, popular daily blogs like Vibe Confidential, VIBETV (with video from stars like Jay-Z, Eminem and Lil' Scrappy) and the recently launched VIBE Music Search (detailed bio, discography and information on over 10,000 artists). This week, the site features an exclusive, three-part interview with rap superstar The Game.

VIBE.com also offers an unmatched array of urban star slideshows and party pictures - including stars like Janet Jackson, Beyonce, Jay-Z, Mya, T.I., Chris Brown, Ne-Yo, Omarion, Melyssa Ford, Eva Pigford, Shawna, Tyra Banks, Rihanna, Usher, Danity Kane, Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, Prince, Lil' Kim, Ciara, Cassie and many more. New galleries are posted every day - often several times a day!

VIBE.com has also started online "listening parties" for top artists. Last week, Lil' Scrappy's new video, "Gangsta Gangsta," debuted on VIBE.com, along with complete audio of new CD - before it hit stores (you can still see/hear it here).

VIBE.com will top 2 million unique visitors in December (source: Deep Metrix) - nearly a five-fold increase since June 2006! "We're just getting started," says VIBE Editor-in-Chief Danyel Smith, "There's much more to come on VIBE.com in 2007."

VIBE.com is the official web site of VIBE Magazine, and chronicles the celebrities, sounds, fashion, lifestyle, new media, and business born of urban music. VIBE.com serves as a portal to a growing, young, trendsetting, multicultural audience.

JOHN DEMARCHI
VIBE
http://www.vibe.com/
212448 7495

From Shocking Michael Richards Tirade to the 'Smirnoff Tea Partay' IFILM Ranks Best Videos of 2006

IFILM Editors Pick Year's Best Across Music Videos, Movie Trailers, Commercials, and Top 50 Viral Videos

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- A viral video trailer expertly blending movie footage from "Brokeback Mountain" and "Back to the Future" plus a popular Folgers commercial are winners in IFILM's annual "best of" awards which laud the most artistic and entertaining video offerings of 2006. IFILM editors made their selections across four categories including top 25 music videos, top 10 movie trailers, top 10 commercials and the 50 best viral videos. Both professionally produced and user-generated videos were chosen for the lists. A complete list of all video winners is available at www.ifilm.com.

IFILM editors, who throughout the year qualify and organize the content across genres from users and TV, music and movie partners, made their "best of 2006" selections based on viewer popularity and artistic merit.

According to IFILM Producer Doug Hammond, "We vet out and organize content so our visitors don't have to. 2006 was a bellwether year for online video so we have doubled the number of videos recognized in our annual list."

The following are the top five in each category. For a complete list please visit www.ifilm.com:

  Top five of the 50 best viral videos:

    1. Brokeback to the Future -- This funny trailer from Emerson College's
    Chocolate Cake City mashes up Brokeback Mountain with everyone's
    favorite time travel movie.  http://www.ifilm.com/video/2693690

    2. Mistaken Interview -- An ordinary IT guy is interviewed on the BBC
    after being mistaken as an online music expert.
    http://www.ifilm.com/video/2727286

    3. Connie Chung Sings! -- Connie Chung sings goodbye after Weekends with
    Maury & Connie is canceled, and it's creepy.
    http://www.ifilm.com/video/2745632

    4. Evolution of Dance -- "Inspirational Comedian" Judson Laipply
    performs five decades of dance styles in six minutes.
    http://www.ifilm.com/video/2725768

    5. Michael Richards' Shocking Racist Tirade -- Seinfeld star Michael
    Richards unloads with an endless string of racial epithets after being
    heckled onstage at the Laugh Factory.
    http://www.ifilm.com/video/2798666

  Top five of the 25 best music videos:

    1.) Muse: Knights Of Cydonia -- The British trio performs this spacey
    new rock tune for a cast of futuristic warriors.
    http://www.ifilm.com/video/2755524

    2.) OK Go: Here It Goes Again -- The Chicago indie geeks perform some
    amazing synchronized treadmill acrobatics.
    http://www.ifilm.com/video/2762219

    3.) "Weird" Al Yankovic: White & Nerdy -- "Weird Al" Yankovic does a
    brilliant parody of Chamillionaire's "Ridin' Dirty."
    http://www.ifilm.com/video/2772721

    4.) Gnarls Barkley: Crazy -- Dirty South veteran Cee-Lo joins forces
    with hip-hop producer extraordinaire Danger Mouse.
    http://www.ifilm.com/video/2726302

    5.) TV On The Radio: Wolf Like Me -- The brilliant Brooklynites tear the
    roof off with this dreamy dance anthem as hipster werewolves run amuck
    around New York City.  http://www.ifilm.com/video/2771094

  Top five of the 10 best trailers:

    1. The Departed -- Martin Scorsese's crime drama about two men from
    opposite sides of the law who are undercover within the Massachusetts
    State Police and the Irish mafia.  http://www.ifilm.com/video/2760412

    2. Casino Royale -- The 21st installment in the James Bond franchise
    stars Daniel Craig as Bond, a reckless and careless new recruit at the
    MI6 team.  http://www.ifilm.com/video/2771093

    3. Mission Impossible III -- Tom Cruise is back as former spy Ethan Hunt
    who is called back into action to recover a missing IMF Agent.
    http://www.ifilm.com/ifilmdetail/2710579

    4. 300 -- Based on Frank Miller's graphic novel, "300" concerns the 480
    B.C. Battle of Thermopylae, where the King of Sparta led his army
    against the advancing Persians; the battle is said to have inspired all
    of Greece to band together against the Persians, and helped usher in the
    world's first democracy.  http://www.ifilm.com/video/2778013

    5. Prestige -- Robert and Alfred are rival magicians.  When Alfred
    performs the ultimate magic trick, Robert tries desperately to find out
    the secret to the trick.  http://www.ifilm.com/video/2757492

  Top five of the 10 best commercials:

    Folgers: Happy Mornings -- Folgers is now filled with hallucinogens to
    help us tolerate our mornings.  http://www.ifilm.com/video/2743552

    Happydent White -- Teeth gleam such a sparkling white that they light up
    the night in this creative spot from India.
    http://www.ifilm.com/video/2776978

    Smirnoff: Tea Partay -- The P-Unit is here to represent all of their
    blue blooded homies and drink some malt liquor iced tea beverages.
    http://www.ifilm.com/video/2765416

    Coke: Happiness Factory -- So what does happen exactly when we put our
    monies into the vending machine?  http://www.ifilm.com/video/2749513

    Get a Mac: Viruses -- The hilariously dry John Hodgman stars with Justin
    Long in a new series of ads for Apple.
    http://www.ifilm.com/video/2724776

  About IFILM

IFILM (www.ifilm.com) is a leading online destination for user-generated and professionally produced content, providing the Internet's most diverse and compelling selection of short and long-form videos. With one of the industry's largest online video collections, IFILM's media library includes movie trailers, music videos, short films, TV clips, video game trailers, action sports content, and its renowned user-generated 'viral videos' collection. Through its broad network of distribution partners, IFILM content can be found on portals, social networks, blogs, consumer electronics devices, television networks, and almost every mobile video service. IFILM also offers effective brand-building programs for major consumer advertising partners. The company recently launched its first television series, the popular "WebJunk 20," in collaboration with VH1. IFILM is owned and operated by MTV Networks. IFILM (www.ifilm.com) is a division of Viacom, Inc.'s (NYSE:VIA) (NYSE:VIA.B) MTV Networks.

Source: IFILM

CONTACT: Karin Olsen, +1-310-497-0052, karin@amazonpr.com, or Melissa
Zukerman, +1-323-658-1555, melissa@pcommgroup.com, both for IFILM

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

Musica360.com Founder Launches Digital Hip Hop Label, HoodGrown Records!

Pocono Summit, PA -- December 11, 2006 -- Chris English, one of the
founders of the independent latin music download store, Musica360;
announces the launch of it's new digital only hip hop label, HoodGrown
Records.

HoodGrown Records is a new type of record label created to leverage the
power of the internet to market and promote quality music to the
consumer. Digital music is the future: with sales of downloaded music
and mp3 players skyrocketing and more people discovering new music by
utilizing the internet, HoodGrown Records is poised to take advantage
of the latest on-line and mobile communications technologies.

"We're not the first to launch an internet only label, most noticeably
Warner Communications' Cordless imprint but none of them have made any
type of noise. You don't see those artists anywhere." said English. "We
hope to change that with HoodGrown Records by getting our music
reviewed and our artists interviewed in traditional print magazines as
well as their internet brethren."

Unlike the current crop of "e-labels", HoodGrown Records focus is on
selling albums not singles. Albums will be sold from the website for
$3.50 while lead singles will be available for download out at no
charge and consumers will be encouraged to pass these songs out on
file-sharing networks, mixtape, their MySpace pages, etc. Flash based
internet videos for singles will be created and distributed freely over
the internet as well in order to create a buzz for HoodGrown Records'
projects. Albums will be opened ended mp3s and will be mastered and
contain cover art as well.

English said, "I know the way I'm setting up this label flies in the
face of traditional thinking but I look at it as an experiment. Since
we don't manufacture any physical cds, we save money and pass that cost
on to the consumer. Our artists get 50% of all profits so if they make
$1.75 per album sold it's still a higher royalty rate than they would
see at a traditional label. Artists on Hoodgrown Records DO NOT have to
recoup their promotional & marketing budget. As the label, it's OUR JOB
to make sure that WE make money. Our artists start seeing money from
the very first sale. My immediate short term goal is to sell only 2000
album downloads so artists looking to be all over the media like 50
Cents should look elsewhere. I think we'll do fine."

The first two projects to be released on the Hoodgrown Records imprint
will be a compilation album called "Hoodgrown Records Presents: The
Birth" and recording artist, Cartel's "Tha Throwback Album". Both
projects are due out in February 2007.

For more information visit: http://www.hoodgrownrecords.com

or contact
Jenny Garcia
Ms. Media PR - Get Noticed
msmediapr@yahoo.com
www.msmediapr.com - launches 12-11-2007

Ruffline Entertainment Releases Kryme Life's Hot New Single "The Apple" December 15th

Kryme Life "The Apple" is set for digital release December 15th 2006. Available directly through IODA (http://www.iodalliance.com), Rhapsody, ITunes, Napster, Audio Lunchbox, Music Now, Sony Connect, Foreal Mobile, Groove Mobile, Passalong, Burn Lounge, and many others, the song is sure to build even more anticipation for Kryme Life's long awaited solo album set to drop in February 2007. With a great club beat, sexy metaphor and Kryme 's usual clever wordplay "The Apple" represents NY's resurgence in the hiphop world, and leaves us thirsty for more.

Burlington, VT (Billboard Publicity Wire) December 12, 2006 -- Ruffline Entertainment has set a digital release date of December 15th for Kryme Lifes hot club single "The Apple". The song is also set to appear on the album "The Kryme Wave" that will be out in February 2007. The single is to be released digitally through I.O.D.A and distributed to radio stations around the country. With a brilliant metaphor and sexy lyrics the song certainly "shakes it up, and makes juice" for Staten Island, and even as a radio friendly club song doesn't lose a single drop of the grime NY is known for.

After spending years in the shadows of the Wu and being involved with Ghostface Killah and Theodore Unit, Kryme Life is stepping up to deliver the album that the streets have long been waiting for. The album set to be released in February is Kryme Life's debut solo LP, "The Kryme Wave". "The Kryme Wave" steps up and represents reality street rap, Gaten Island Style, with killer beats, hardcore rhymes, exceptional wordplay, and mind-bending metaphors. Though "The Apple" is just one of 18 tracks on his debut album, the track shows his lyrical genius in a whole new light. Known for exceptional wordplay and intricate story telling every time he steps to the mic, Kryme shows his ability to write and produce a mainstream hit with this track and will surely build even more anticipation for the upcoming album.

The track was recorded in Staten Island and engineered by Cue Trax at Lifestyle Media. Layed down during a 5 song session at Lifestyle, the track is a fun sexy club song that is radio friendly, but still has that grimey NY flavor for which Kryme is known. The track is laden with metaphors that add the sex to a catchy club beat, a rare escape from the reality street rap that he has been delivering from a young age. However, it is just one of the many styles and subject matters that are encompassed in what maybe one of the most personal solo debut albums in some time.

Kryme Life's "The Apple" will be available as a permanent download, ringtone, and consumers will be able to share and stream the song from many different online music stores. Also available is Kryme Life's EP "Thugs in da Club" released earlier this year through Ruffline Entertainment. Due to it being an independent release, radio stations may take a little while to pick it up in each market, but it is sure to get out there once the fans hear the music.

Ruffline Entertainment is a small indie record label based in Burlington VT. Focused on letting artists deliver their music to the public the way they intended it to be heard. Currently wrapping up work on "The Kryme Wave" and two other projects that are soon to be released, Ruffline intends to make an impact on the market by delivering true Hip-Hop back to the fans instead of the dry synthetic stuff being pumped out by the major labels. Furthermore, with the opening of their new studio (Burlington Factory Studios), Ruffline plans on attracting many more artists that want to put out real music and have some control and ownership of their creations.

For additional information or for anyone interested in setting up an interview or a review should contact Dan Bramley, or visit http://www.myspace.com/krymelife . "The Apple" and "Thugs in da Club" are owned and copyrighted by Ruffline Entertainment LLP. 2006.

Daniel Bramley
Ruffline Entertainment LLP
http://www.myspace.com/krymelife
802-310-5100

Surreal Life All-Stars Return to Compete in VH1's First Ever 'The Surreal Life Fame Games' Premiering Sunday, January 7 at 9PM ET/PT

With Brigitte Nielsen, Ron Jeremy, Chyna Doll, Vanilla Ice, Traci Bingham, Verne Troyer, Jordan Knight, Pepa, Emmanuel Lewis, Andrea Lowell and C.C. Deville

Hosted by Robin Leach

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Dec. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Audience favorites from all six seasons of Surreal Life kick-off 2007 in a new competition series. VH1's first ever "The Surreal Life Fame Games" hosted by the certified bearer of champagne wishes and caviar dreams, Mr. Robin Leach himself (Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous), determines who is an A-list celebrity and who is a B-list wanna be.

Premiering Sunday, January 7 at 9PM ET/PT on VH1, "The Surreal Life Fame Games is a competitive twist on Celebreality. This time, eleven of the most memorable cast members from Surreal Life will come together in Las Vegas to compete in a series of "fame games" which will whittle them down to just one winner of a $100,000 grand prize.

"The Surreal Life Fame Games" is a ten episode elimination featuring tongue-in-cheek competitions that parody the trappings, costs, conceits and drama of being famous. The Surreal celebrities will have their Hollywood survival skills challenged, their popularity measured and their ability to navigate through the treacherous world of tabloid stardom put to the test. From the very first episode the celebrities will have to struggle to remain on the comfortable "A List" side of the house by winning competitions. The losing players will be banished to the humiliating "B-list" quarters where tension builds as the A-listers enjoy gourmet meals prepared by a renowned Vegas chef and the B-listers are forced to make their own ham sandwiches. The contestants are reminded of the volatility of fame as the A-list drinks champagne and get pro-tennis lessons while the B-list is left to play ping-pong and eat crackers.

The hour long show will be hosted by Las Vegas local Robin Leach and feature many Vegas locations, events and celebrity cameos. Surreal Life all-stars returning to compete include: Brigitte Nielsen (Season 3), Chyna Doll (Season 4), Vanilla Ice (Season 2), Pepa (Season 5), Emmanuel Lewis (Season 1), C.C. DeVille (Season 6), Ron Jeremy (Season 2), Jordan Knight (Season 3), Verne Troyer (Season 4), Andrea Lowell (Season 6) and Tracy Bingham (Season 2).

The competitions will include everything from "Paparazzi Hide-and-Seek" to "Scandal Video Film Festival" to the "Hotel Room Trash-a-thon" to a funny little game called "What's Charo Saying?" All the games test a celebrity's level of relative fame. For example in one simple game, their names are entered in Google and the one with the most hits wins! In another, the celebrities compete to see who can get the most famous person to call into the show. While the premise of all the games will be fun, the competitions will be real -- and in the end, only one Surreal All-Star will claim the final prize.

VSPOT, VH1's broadband channel will be home to a host of "Surreal Life Fame Games" exclusive content including, never-before-seen footage from the show and interviews with the cast. Can't wait until January? VSPOT has hours of archived "Surreal Life" content from previous seasons available for viewing at http://vspot.vh1.com/. VH1 On Demand, which is available across various cable providers' VOD platforms and VH1 Mobile will also offer exclusive "extras" from the show beginning January 15.

The "Surreal Life Fame Games" is executive produced by Mark Cronin and Cris Abrego for Mindless Entertainment and 51 Pictures. Jeff Olde, Jill Holmes, Kristen Kelly and Michael Hirschorn oversee the series for VH1.

VH1 connects viewers to the music, artists and pop culture that matter to them most with series, specials, live events, exclusive online content and public affairs initiatives. VH1 is available in 90 million households in the U.S. VH1 also has an array of digital services including VH1 Classic, VH1 Soul and VSPOT, VH1's broadband channel. Connect with VH1 at www.VH1.com.

VH1 is a registered trademark of MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom International Inc. MTV Networks also operates and offers joint ventures, licensing agreements and syndication deals whereby its programming can be seen worldwide.

  Contacts:

  Chris Delhomme                    Lynne Davis
  310-752-8635                      212-846-5737
  Chris.delhomme@vh1staff.com       lynne.davis@vh1staff.com

Source: VH1

CONTACT: Chris Delhomme, +1-310-752-8635, Chris.delhomme@vh1staff.com,
or Lynne Davis, +1-212-846-5737, lynne.davis@vh1staff.com, both of VH1

Web site: http://www.vh1.com/

BET Networks Is Breaking New Ground With Hot Programming Now Available on iTunes Store

WASHINGTON, Dec. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- The decision by BET Networks, the world's most powerful brand in Black entertainment, to make its hit television programming available for download and purchase on the iTunes store (http://www.itunes.com/) is generating lots of buzz with consumers. BET's new crime docu-drama AMERICAN GANGSTER is one of the ten most-downloaded cable TV shows on iTunes, and has garnered a four out of five star rating from iTunes users.

AMERICAN GANGSTER is also a runaway hit on BET with an explosive November debut that made it the network's #1 original series telecast ever during the fourth quarter of any year. It is also this quarter's #1 weekday original series on cable among Black households, with more than 1 million Black homes tuning in for new episodes on Tuesdays at 10 p.m. ET/PT. Narrated by multi- talented actor Ving Rhames, AMERICAN GANGSTER chronicles the rise and fall of the country's most notorious Black criminals and the terrible toll their actions levied on the Black community.

"We are delighted that BET programming is now available on iTunes as an important element in BET's global digital strategy," said BET Networks Chairman and CEO Debra Lee. "As the world's most popular digital download store, iTunes is a key platform for serving our existing audience of African- American media super-consumers, and for introducing our breakthrough programming franchises to other audiences."

Along with AMERICAN GANGSTER, BET offerings on iTunes feature star-studded and highly-rated programs including LIL' KIM: COUNTDOWN TO LOCKDOWN; DMX: SOUL OF A MAN; BEEF: THE SERIES; BET COMIC VIEW; and from BET's adult- targeted companion channel BET J, THE CHRISTIES: COMMITTED. These BET shows can be purchased and downloaded for $1.99 per episode, and represent the first wave of BET content that will make its way to the iTunes store:

  * LIL' KIM:  COUNTDOWN TO LOCKDOWN -- The most-watched original series in
    BET history and this year's #1 new original series on cable in Black
    households, hip-hop diva Lil' Kim takes viewers on an emotional
    roller coaster ride during her final two weeks of freedom as she
    prepares to serve a prison sentence for giving false testimony to a
    federal grand jury.

  * BEEF:  THE SERIES -- Explore the conflicts that have captivated the
    public with an insatiable hunger for juicy celebrity controversy.  This
    hard-hitting original series features conflict between Lil' Romeo vs.
    Bow Wow; Houston's Northside vs. Southside (with Paul Wall, Slim Thug,
    Bun B, Pimp C and others); The Roc-A-Fella Records break-up (Jay-Z vs.
    Damon Dash); Dave Chappelle vs. Comedy Central; Oprah Winfrey vs.
    Rappers; Jay-Z vs. R. Kelly; The Game vs. Ras Kass; Jackie O vs. Foxy
    Brown; The Source Magazine vs. Kim Osorio; and many others.

  * BEST OF BET COMIC VIEW -- Television's longest-running cavalcade of
    stand-up comedians marches on with the most hilarious joke-makers from
    nearly 15 years of BET's primetime favorite laugh machine.  Catch some
    of today's hottest comics in the early years of their careers as well as
    celebrated veterans who were always proud to call BET home.  Major
    headliners in the series include D. L. Hughley and Cedric "The
    Entertainer."

  * DMX:  SOUL OF A MAN -- A top new cable series among Black households for
    2006, this BET original features DMX, perhaps the most notorious
    hardcore rapper in the music business.  But he's also a father,
    neighbor, friend and local citizen in the unlikeliest of locations --
    dry and dusty Carefree, Arizona.  Find out what tugs at his soul;
    touches his heart; and ignites his provocative, sometimes controversial
    rap lyrics.

  * THE CHRISTIES:  COMMITTED -- Is it marital bliss or the prototype of a
    "whipped" husband ruled by an overbearing wife?  You be the judge as NBA
    star Doug Christie and his strong-willed wife Jackie allow the cameras
    of BET's adult-targeted companion channel BET J to spotlight their
    infamous marriage.  It's an up-close reality series like none other.

  About BET Networks

BET Networks, a division of Viacom Inc. (NYSE:VIA) (NYSE:and) (NYSE:VIA.B) , is the nation's leading provider of quality entertainment, music, news and public affairs television programming for the African-American audience. The flagship BET channel reaches more than 83 million households according to Nielsen Media Research, and can be seen in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean. BET is the dominant African-American consumer brand with a diverse group of businesses extensions: BET.com, the Number 1 Internet portal for African Americans; BET Digital Networks -- BET J, BET Gospel and BET Hip Hop, attractive alternatives for cutting-edge entertainment tastes; BET Event Productions, a full-scale event management and production company; BET Home Entertainment, a collection of BET-branded offerings for the home environment including DVDs and video-on-demand; BET Mobile, an urban entertainment mobile service, providing ring tones, games and video content for wireless devices; and BET International, an extension of BET network programming for global distribution.

http://www.bet.com/pr

Source: BET Networks

CONTACT: Tom Reynolds of BET Networks, +1-202-608-2320,
tom.reynolds@bet.net; or Simon Pope of iTunes, +1-408-974-0457,
simonp@apple.com

Web site: http://www.bet.com/
http://www.itunes.com/

RHNMEDIA Releases Pro-Forma Revenue Projections

December 12, 2006
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--RHNMEDIA (f/k/a Real Hip Hop Matrix Corp) (a Nevada corp.) (Pink Sheets:RHMX) announces revenue forecasts for YE-2007 & 2008.

The Company and its subsidiaries have provided the 24-month consolidated projections based on the Company’s business assumptions and hypothetical conditions regarding the Company’s revenue sources including but not limited to: (i) Cable & satellite domestic distribution, (ii) Special events calendar 2007 only, (iii) Direct and indirect sponsorships (iv) TV advertising (v) Syndication (vi) Joint ventures (vii) PPV.
                2007                  2008
Total Gross     $7,391,500          $44,297,000
Expenses     (6,928,540)         (7,445,000)

Net     $462,960          $36,852,000

Atonn Muhammad, President & CEO of RHNMEDIA, stated: “This is an exciting time for us. Through our dogged perseverance and the unwavering support of our loyal shareholders, we have grown the distribution of RHN.TV to approximately 33,000,000 households. Our recent agreements with Backchannelmedia enhanced our ability to close on advertising business that has been waiting in the wings for RHN.TV to hit metro audiences in 2007. Affinity advertisers representing well known brand name consumable and apparel clients have entered into negotiations with RHNMEDIA for several innovative 'grassroots' or 'street campaign' promotions through 2007/2008. Although this area of our business is unpredictable, a grass roots trend 'that catches light' with Hip Hop audiences may provide revenues far in excess of our most aggressive projections. We have remained conservative in our financial outlook and we strongly believe in under-promising and over-delivering. We do not subscribe to corporate high spending and lavish perks as our experiences in raising capital thus far has taught us not to squander or waste our resources. The Company was entirely privately funded until November 2006. We wish to thank Giorgio Costonis of RMD Entertainment (Pink Sheets:RMDG) who introduced us to a talented group of NY Investors and financial advisors whose recent investments in RHNMEDIA has enabled us execute our plans.”

About RHNMEDIA + RHN.TV

RHNMEDIA + RHN.TV is the first 24 hour cable network dedicated exclusively to Hip Hop lifestyle and culture. RHN.TV currently broadcasts to approximately 33 million US households. The Washington, D.C.-based network has a regular programming schedule devoted almost entirely to the Hip Hop marketplace with a targeted selection of programming centered on the foundation of Hip Hop's core elements: Deejaying, Emceeing, Break dancing and Graffiti.

Target Audience: 18-34 demographic, in both urban and suburban markets; certain programming is targeted towards the 12-24 audience.

Distribution: RHN.TV can be seen in over 22 million US households through Dish Network (Channel 9407), Comcast in Denver (Channel 55) and in LA on Adelphia through a programming agreement with CoLours TV. RHN.TV has been on air in the Washington, D.C. market through MHz since July 1, 2006. RHN.TV’s distribution through OlympuSat provides 24-hour access to 15 million homes in 2005 growing to approximately 43 million homes by 2008. OlympuSat provides distribution through a multi-content agreement with Dish Network, Direct TV and the top 10 major cable channels. IP distribution of RHN.TV is offered through a partnership with ROO Group Inc. (OTCBB:RGRP).

Enjoy our web presence: www.rhn.tv, www.rhnmedia.com

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws, and language indicating trends, such as “trend improvements,” “progress,” “anticipated,” “improving sales trends” and “on track.” It also includes financial information, of which, as of the date of this press release, the company’s independent auditors have not completed their consolidated review. Although the company believes that the assumptions upon which the financial information and its forward-looking statements are based are reasonable, it can give no assurance that these assumptions will prove to be correct. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the company's projections and expectations are disclosed in the company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission if appropriate. These factors include, among others, changes in consumer preferences and product trends; price discounting by major competitors; unanticipated expenses, margin impact and other factors resulting from the recent consolidation; failure to realize anticipated results from synergy initiatives; and increases in costs generally. All forward-looking statements in this press release are expressly qualified by such cautionary statements and by reference to the underlying assumptions. We do not undertake to publicly update forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Contacts

RHNMEDIA + RHN.TV, Washington
Atonn Muhammad, 202-434-8374
or
Public Relations
Clarke & Associates
Priscilla Clarke, 202-723-2200
Email: pclarkepr@aol.com
or
MN1 Newswire
Stephen Sandifer, 214-461-3418
http://www.mn1.com

HIP HOP ACTIVISTS TAKE A STAND AGAINST POLICE BRUTALITY

LIVE FROM A HOOD NEAR YOU: THE 'ORGANIZE DA HOOD TOUR' JUST ANNOUNCED

Los Angeles, California -- (December 11, 2006) - Announced today, the 'Organize Da Hood Tour', featuring performances and lectures by a number of hip hop's socially conscious heavy hitters, will be kicking off in Atlanta, GA early 2007.

Sponsored by the FTP Movement (www.ftpmovement.tk), Guerilla Nation, O.U.T.R.A.G.E. and Contraband PR, the 'Organize Da Hood Tour' is set to stop in 7 cities and several locations yet to be announced, early next year.

Hosted by the hip hop group A-Alikes (RBG Family), Kalonji Jama Changa (FTP Movement), Rough (Abandoned Nation), Wise Intelligent (Poor Righteous Teachers) and other special guests, the tour will tackle issues such as Police Brutality/Terrorism, Poverty/Homelessness, Political Prisoners, Street Codes and more.

A mix of political activism with a heavy streetz flavor, tour organizers are calling it a form of "edu"tainment necessary in times like these, when one need only turn on the news to find examples of the growing disparity between "the haves and the have nots". The attempt will be to appeal to the hood, (where much of this disparity is experienced), local universities and everywhere in between, in an effort to open up the dialogue to a greater social problem.

In addition to a number of hip hop artists, numerous grassroots and community organizations are also expected to be in attendance. Due to the fact that each stop of the tour will feature daily lectures and panel discussions, as well as nightly hip hop performances, it is expected that the tour will attract a wide array of attendees, both loyal to the hip hop community and to the hip hop political movement itself.

For more information please contact:

contraband_pr@yahoo.com or info@ftpmovement.tk

PROVING HIP-HOP ISN'T DEAD SWORDZ DROPS HIGHLY ANTICIPATED OFFICIAL STREET ALBUM

December 12th, 2006 (Jacksonville, FL) - Topping off a break-through year and proving Hip-Hop has never been more alive rap artist SWORDZ releases his highly anticipated official street album to an eagerly waiting fan base for the Christmas season.  Much more than a mixtape and previewing his future debut release, the 22 track full length "Official Street Album" delivers exclusive songs, interviews, freestyles, and features targeted at SWORDZ's core street audience who have been asking for new material to drop.  The over 65 minute album takes listeners through a lyrical journey of B-boys, D-Boys, Pimp'n and Balla'n, and Street Game not easily forgotten and in only the Southern flare SWORDZ has become known for.

"Southern artist aren't suppose to have lyrics, but I got 'em" SWORDZ says about his new Street Album, "Southern artist aren't suppose to be able to perform LIVE, but my shows are packed!  It's time for the Hip-Hop media to find out what exactly is going on down here before its 2-inches in front of they face"

Addressing the criticism aimed at the new breed of Rap artist not being true to the culture SWORDZ humorously added "Hip-Hop isn't dead, it's just on vacation in Florida!" referring to his birth state.

The Official SWORDZ Street Album includes signature SWORDZ songs including "Weatherman," "Krooked Officer," and "Dope Bwoy" which all have never before been available together on a release.  To round out the album, SWORDZ welcomes a diverse group of appearances to "rock the halls" with him including Wayne Wonder, E-40, Twista, Young Jeezy, and Fergie to name a few.

SWORDZ - THE STREET ALBUM
Official Track Listing:

1. Intro/Freestyle Mix - 3:45
2. I'm On Da Block - 4:43
3. I Know U C Me - 3:57
4. Money Get Me - 5:07
5. Eyes On A Beam feat. Wayne Wonder - 4:39
6. Weatherman Intro - 0:14
7. Weatherman - 4:26
8. Dope Bwoy - 4:33
9. K.O. Intro - 0:28
10. Krooked Officer - 4:41
11. I'MA GET IT - 3:48
12. What it Do? - 4:04
13. London Bridges feat. Fergie - 4:01
14. How Deep Intro. - 0:04
15. How Deep Is Your Luv - 3:53
16. THROW IT BACK - 4:01
17. Stunt'n Like My Homie feat. Young Jeezy & BloodRaw - 3:42
18. CIty Limits feat. Thrill Da Playa - 3:34
19. Talk Hard feat. E-40, Twista & Kanjia - 4:01
20. Kill Intro. - 0:10
21. Kill Em All - 3:54
22. Outro - 1:27

The street album will be available for sell at every SWORDZ show, online via SWORDZ's Myspace site, and at select retailers.

For more info. on SWORDZ visit: http://www.myspace.com/swordz904

Contact:

D Marley
TEAM SWORDZ
904hiphop@gmail.com

Federal Judge Grants Motion to Add Rocawear to Pro Wrestling Champion, Diamond Dallas Page's Lawsuit Against Rap Mogul Jay-Z

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- A federal judge granted a motion to add Rocawear owners Roc Apparel Group LLC, Urban Menswear LLC and Rocawear Licensing LLC to a trademark and copyright infringement suit filed by Professional Wrestler Diamond Dallas Page. The suit, originally filed December 2, 2005, claims the hip-hop heavyweight has illegally adopted Page's trademark hand gesture the "Diamond Cutter" as his own.

The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles Federal Court, accuses Jay-Z and Roc-A-Fella Records of trademark and copyright infringement as well as misappropriation of the hand symbol. Page is seeking an injunction (meaning Jay-Z would be prohibited from using the gesture) and unspecified monetary damages. Earlier this year, Diamond Dallas Page discovered that Jay-Z's clothing line, Rocawear, manufactured and sold merchandise displaying the diamond cutter symbol.

Page started using the hand sign to promote his persona on television while working for World Championship Wrestling in 1996. As his popularity increased, so did the recognition of the sign as his trademark, by fans, athletes and celebrities. As Page has moved on from wrestling to other entertainment and business ventures, he has continued to use the sign as a brand-building logo. Currently, his "Yoga For Regular Guys" DVD series and book, and his soon to be released "Own Your Life" motivational audio book feature the symbol.

The well-loved wrestler also says he used the symbol on PPV events, WCW live events, and media appearances, including The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. Page goes on to assert that as his success as a wrestler grew, so did sales of his merchandise, including t-shirts, hats, stationary, posters and action figures, which featured the Diamond Cutter Trademark. The infringement claim also states that, "[m]any athletes and celebrities also flashed the Diamond Cutter sports celebration move. In Game 6 of the 1998 NBA finals against the Chicago Bulls, Karl Malone, the Utah Jazz star basketball player, flashed the Diamond Cutter Trademark during the game and referred to the symbol as Plaintiff's hand sign. Similarly, former professional football player and Dallas Cowboy star running back, Herschel Walker used the Diamond Cutter Trademark after a 64 yard touchdown run and also acknowledged that it was Plaintiff's signature trademark."

Page is currently shooting the movie Gallow Walker in South Africa with Wesley Snipes.

Source: George Gallegos, Attorney for Diamond Dallas Page

CONTACT: Juliette Harris, +1-310-577-1122,
juliette@itgirlpublicrelations.com, for Diamond Dallas Page

ALL THAT GLITTERS WILL BE GOLDEN AT "MTV GOES GOLD: NEW YEAR'S EVE 2007"

LIVE FROM TIMES SQUARE ON DECEMBER 31ST AT 11:00PM ET (TAPE DELAYED PT)

Featuring Live Performances By Gwen Stefani, Nas, Pussycat Dolls, Ciara, AFI, Chamillionaire, Lady Sovereign, Three 6 Mafia And Appearances By Timbaland, Fall Out Boy, Hayden Panitierre and Perez Hilton

Also, Celebrate the Arrival of 2007 On MTV.com

New York, NY, December 11, 2006 – MTV: Music Television announced today that the channel will host the glitziest music event of the season.  "MTV Goes Gold:  New Year’s Eve 2007" will air live from MTV's Times Square studios on Sunday, December 31st from 11:00PM ET to 12:30AM ET (tape delayed PT).  Straight from the party capital of the world – New York's Times Square, this year's star-studded event will feature performances by Gwen Stefani, Nas, Pussycat Dolls, Ciara, AFI, Chamillionaire, Lady Sovereign, Three 6 Mafia and appearances by Timbaland, Fall Out Boy, Hayden Panitierre and Perez Hilton.  Celebrating the season and the gleam of gold, MTV VJs Damien Fahey, Vanessa Minnillo, Susie Castillo, Stephen Coletti and Cipha Sounds will usher in 2007 with an audience full of revelers decked out in their classiest 24-karat gold attire.

“Once again, we are planning the biggest party in Times Square this New Year's Eve, guaranteeing fans at home, and here in our studio, a truly memorable celebration to welcome the new year," says Dave Sirulnick, Executive VP, Multiplatform, Production News and Music.   "Fans will be treated to an entire night of star-studded performances and appearances, on-air and online, as we welcome an all-star list of talent, and celebrate the music, people and moments of 2006.”

For those who want to bring the party inside, MTV.com will feature performances from “MTV Goes Gold:  New Year’s Eve 2007,”on-demand, immediately following the on-air show.  The interactive party on MTV’s New Year's Eve site will also include celebrity playlists, as well as, party anthem playlists submitted by viewers.  In addition, MTV Goes Gold: Bling in the New Year Contest will give five lucky winners the opportunity to join in on the festivities. Fans can enter the contest online at www.mtvgoesgold.com, to win an all expense paid trip to New York City and the chance to see their favorite artists perform live.

In addition, select radio stations will give their listeners the chance to win a trip to New York City for New Year's Eve.  Twenty qualifying listeners from each station will win MTV's exclusive New Year’s Eve newsboy cap & scarf, and one lucky grand prize winner will get the trip of a lifetime to New York City and a golden ticket to the “MTV Goes Gold: New Year's Eve 2007” bash. Radio stations confirmed to participate include: XM Radio, KPWR (LA), WHTZ (NY), WJHM (Orlando), KHTS (San Diego), WIOQ (Philadelphia), KBXX (Houston) and KPNT (St. Louis).

“MTV Goes Gold: New Year's Eve 2007” is sponsored by Energizer, Monster.com and Nike Plus.

“MTV Goes Gold: New Year's Eve 2007” is Executive Produced by Tony DiBari and Tim Healy and Supervising Producer is Summer Strauch.

Contact:
Melissa Barreto                        
MTV                                             
212-846-7226                                    
melissa.barreto@mtvstaff.com            

Andrea Manning
MTV
212-846-5793
andrea.manning@mtvstaff.com

Louisa “Weezy” Harris
MTV
212-846-4489
louisa.harris@mtvstaff.com

Mixtape Wunderkind is crowned "Rookie of the Year"

December 11, 2006, New York, NY-Over the past decade and a half, Jamaica Queens native, DJ Superstar Jay has proven to be much more than your average mix-tape deejay. Gracing the tables since the age of 12, under the tutelage of turntable greats Kid Capri, Ron G. and DJ Clue, it wasn’t long before Jay was labeled a mixing prodigy.

Once Jay realized that he could parlay his passion into a viable career, he set his sights on conquering the Big Apple. In 2001, Jay returned to NYC after a three year stint at Buffalo State College, where he received a basketball scholarship. With his raw talent and hustler’s ambition, Jay’s mixtapes attracted the attention and respect of rap fans worldwide. Since his emergence in New York, Jay has displayed that his dedication and work ethic are the reason that he has solidified a well deserved spot as one of the hottest new deejays on the scene. DJ Superstar Jay’s dream has always been to take the world by storm.

On Thursday, December 7th at the famed Apollo Theater in Harlem, Jay’s dreams came to fruition when he was named “Rookie of the Year” at the 2006 Justo Mixtape Awards. Due the tumultuous turn of events at the awards show itself (because of few rotten apples), Jay did not actually receive his award until Friday night at a mixtape awards party. He says “They called me up on the phone to tell me that I won, since the joint was shut down like three categories in.” Regardless, Jay was still ecstatic about receiving the honor.

Superstar Jay has sold more than 50,000 units to date. Jay is the hottest up and coming powerhouse in the mixtape game right now. A large part of his appeal, is his ability assemble killer rosters (including those ever elusive unobtainable artists) and deliver quality product. With several recurring guest spots on national hip hop television shows like BET’s Rap City and MTV’s Direct Effect Jay is proving that he is definitely a force to be reckoned with.

In the wide world of hip hop, there are tons of run of the mill mixtapes…and then there are Superstar Jay tapes. It is evident to anyone within earshot that he pours his soul into every effort. Widely known as “the hood’s favorite deejay”, Jay serves as the voice for the masses, who would otherwise go unheard.

SOHH.com’s Mixtape Report declared him “a legend in the making” and fans all over the globe will wholeheartedly agree. That’s how he keeps them perched on the edges of their seats, eagerly anticipating the next dose of the grime, the grind and the glory that is DJ Superstar Jay.

When asked how he feels about finally being awarded the credit he has long deserved, Jay sums it up by responding “Look, women lie, numbers don’t!” Nuff said.

Don’t forget to look out for “The Big East Mix CD”, which drops December 12th hosted by DJ Superstar Jay, DJ Kay Slay and Big Mike.

For Interviews & Booking Info, Please Contact:
Brandi Haynes at In With The Nu Promo & Public Relations
PH: 716-903-9662 / EMAIL: bhaynes@inwiththenu.com/
URL: www.inwiththenu.com

Big Cat Records Signs Seven Figure Deal With Atlantic Records For Gucci Mane

Atlanta, Ga  December 2006 -  Big Cat Records inked a seven figure deal with Atlantic Records for Gucci Mane. Rapper Gucci Mane first big single Icy off his album TrapHouse, sold over 130,000 copies and debut #5 on the Billboard charts for Independent Albums. Icy remained in the Top 20 for eight weeks. Gucci Mane sophomore album Hard to Killentered the top 4 on the Independent Album chart, with his single Go Head being the  driving force of the south and spinning in every club across America.

With Atlanta having so many talented artist getting discovered and now known as the new Motown of the south. Big Cat Records has quickly received recognition as one of the souths hottest independent record labels. The record label along with Owner Marlon Big Cat Rowe, made the decision to do the deal with Atlantic Records because of Atlantics history in developing artist careers.

Big Cat Records President, Mel Breeden, states, Were excited about the deal with Gucci Mane and Atlantic Records. Major distribution will help artists who are really out there trying to tour. We have sold a great amount of albums with Gucci Mane but Atlantic will create a bigger demand, that will ultimately affect records sells as a whole.

Big Cat Records is located in Atlanta, Georgia and was formed in 1999 when two entrepreneurs got together and recognized the need for an independent label that would give young artist a chance to have their music heard. It didnt take long before the labels roster was filled with young, hot talented artist honing their craft.

The labels current roster includes hot artist like Maceo who is currently working on his new album, Black Magic, and Young Snead. Maceo album is scheduled to be released second quarter of 2007. Big Cat Records is also in the process of developing other hot talented artist to be announced.

Media can direct questions/inquiries to Pam Pinnock/ Lip Service Media, at 678-920-2582 or for additional information contact Mel Breeden, Big Cat Records at 678-794-2772.

www.myspace.com/bigcatrecords .

Bono, Gnarls Barkley, Nelly Furtado, The Flaming Lips, Sufjan Stevens, Sting and Others Receive Top Honors From Second Annual XM Nation Awards

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- XM, the nation's leading satellite radio service with more than 7 million subscribers, today announced the winners of the Second Annual XM Nation Awards. Music fans nationwide cast their votes for nominated artists and categories selected by XM's programming staff in categories ranging from "Best Comeback of the Year" to "Least Favorite Celebrity-turned-Music Act" to "Artist Most Overlooked By FM Radio." Fans were also able to write in their choice for the artist they'd most like to have their own music show on XM.

  Some of the winners include:

               Award Category                        Winner

  "XMU Next" - Most Important Emerging    Sufjan Stevens
   Indie Artist

  "Off the Radar" - Artist Most           The Flaming Lips
   Overlooked by FM Radio

  "On the Rebound" - Best Comeback        Nelly Furtado
   of the Year

  "Dream Duet" - Artist Collaborations    Alice Cooper & Rob Zombie
   We'd Like to See

  "Dashboard Anthem" - Best Sing Along    "Crazy" - Gnarls Barkley
   of 2006

  "Closet Classic" - Favorite "Guilty     "Sweet Caroline" - Neil Diamond
   Pleasure" Song

  "Wish You Were Still Here" - Artist     John Lennon
   We'd Like to Have Back

  "Keep Your Day Job" - Least Favorite    Kevin Federline
   Celebrity-Turned-Music Artist

  "Sound Sidetrack" - Favorite "Musical   Sting - "Songs From the Labyrinth"
   Departure" Album

  "Live @ XM"- Favorite Live XM           Andrea Bocelli
   Performance

  "Enough Already!" - Most Played-Out     "You're Beautiful" - James Blunt
   Song of 2006

  "Call My Agent" - Artist We'd Like to   Bono
   See Host a Show on XM

Additionally, XM will air a four-hour XM Nation Awards special throughout New Year's Day 2007, highlighting this year's nominees and winners, along with the best musical moments of 2006. Hosted by XM on-air music programming staff, the special will debut at 12 midnight ET on January 1, 2007 on XM LIVE (XM 200), with encores airing throughout the day.

A complete list of winners is available at http://www.xmradio.com/xmnation.

  Editor's Note: The full list of winners is attached to this release.

  About XM Satellite Radio

XM (NASDAQ:XMSR) is America's number one satellite radio company with more than 7 million subscribers. Broadcasting live daily from studios in Washington, DC, New York City, Chicago, the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, Toronto and Montreal, XM's 2006 lineup includes more than 170 digital channels of choice from coast to coast: commercial-free music, premier sports, news, talk radio, comedy, children's and entertainment programming; and the most advanced traffic and weather information.

XM, the leader in satellite-delivered entertainment and data services for the automobile market through partnerships with General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Nissan, Porsche, Subaru, Suzuki and Toyota is available in 140 different vehicle models for 2006. XM's industry-leading products are available at consumer electronics retailers nationwide. For more information about XM hardware, programming and partnerships, please visit http://www.xmradio.com/.

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements in this press release include demand for XM Satellite Radio's service, the Company's dependence on technology and third party vendors, its potential need for additional financing, as well as other risks described in XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc.'s Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on 3-9-06. Copies of the filing are available upon request from XM Radio's Investor Relations Department.

                             XM NATION AWARDS
                               2006 WINNERS

          XM NATION AWARD CATEGORY                  WINNER

  XMU Next - Most Important Emerging Indie    Sufjan Stevens
   Artist

  Off the Radar - Artist Most Overlooked      The Flaming Lips
   by FM Radio

  On the Rebound - Best Comeback of the Year  Nelly Furtado

  Dream Duets - Good Idea                     Alice Cooper & Rob Zombie

  Don't Duet - Bad Idea                       Clay Aiken & 50 cent

  Dashboard Anthem - Best Sing Along of 2006  Crazy - Gnarls Barkley

  Closet Classic - Favorite "Guilty           Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond
   Pleasure" song

  XM Exile: The Song to be Banned in the      Who Let the Dogs Out - Baha
   XM Nation                                   Men

  Wish You Were Still Here - Artist We'd      John Lennon
   like to have Back

  Keep Your Day Job - Least Favorite          Kevin Federline
   Celebrity-Turned-Music Artist

  "Sound Sidetrack" - Favorite "Musical       Sting "Songs From the
   Departure" Album                            Labyrinth"

  Favorite Live at XM Performance             Andrea Bocelli

  "Enough Already!" - Most Played-Out Song    You're Beautiful - James Blunt
   of 2006

  XM Sports Nation, Worst Sports Moment of    Zidane's head-butt
   2006

  XM Sports Nation: Best XM Sports Play by    Chicago White Sox win World
   Play Moment                                 Series

  "Call My Agent" - Artist We'd Like to See   Bono
   Host a Show on XM

  "The Supporter Cup" - Channel That          Squizz - XM 48
   Inspires You To Buy The Most Music

  Halo 2006 Christian Pop Artist of the Year  Casting Crowns

  Cherub Award - Notable New Christian Pop    Sara Groves
   Artist of 2006

  "Most Anointed" - Award for Outstanding     Heroes - Kirk Franklin
   Urban Gospel Album of 2006

  Favorite Classical Confidential             Cecilia Bartoli

  The Virtuoso Award - Favorite Classical     Renee Fleming - Sacred Songs
   Album

  Voices of Angels: Opera Singer Who Will     Lorraine Hunt Lieberson
   Be Remembered Most

  Big Schtick Award - Most Popular Comedy     Craig Shoemaker "Lovemaster"
   Routine or Joke

  Female "Stand-Up Comedy Champion" 2006      Lisa Lampanelli

  Male "Stand-Up Comedy Champion" 2006        Lewis Black

  X Country Best in Texas Award               Brian Burns

  Best in Grass Bluegrass Award               Rhonda Vincent

  Rookie Driver of the Year - Highway 16's    Carrie Underwood
   Top New Country Artist

  XM Country Superstar of the Year            Keith Urban

  Disco Diva of All-Time                      Donna Summer

  Most-Powerful Mixing Machine - Best         Armin Van Buuren
   DJ/Mixer

  Savoy Suave & Permanently Cool - What's     Frank Sinatra
   Cool in the 40's is Cool Today

  Spike Jones Award: Best Novelty Song        Purple People Eater by Sheb
   of the 50's                                 Wooley

  Favorite Protest/Anti-Protest Song          Blowin' in the Wind - Peter,
                                               Paul & Mary

  1970's Lyrically Challenged Award for       Blinded By the Light --
   the Song Hardest to Understand              Manfred Mann's Earth band

  (XM) Radio Killed the Video Star:           Thriller - Michael Jackson
   Best MTV Video

  Forever Flannel - 90s song that's still     Smells Like Teen Spirit -
   cool                                        Nirvana

  Early Reserve - Most-Anticipated Broadway   Les Miserables (revival)
   Show of 2006/07

  Favorite Million Dollar Ticket - Favorite   Wicked
   Broadway Show Grossing $1 Million Plus

  That's Entertainment Award - The most       Pirates of the Caribbean 2
   "Fun" movie of 2006

  The Score for 2006 - Favorite Movie         Superman Returns (John Ottman)
   Soundtrack of the Year

  Thanks for the Material: The Events/        Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie
   People that gave us the best stuff to
   talk about in 2006

  The Theater-of-the-Mind Award -             Twilight Zone
   Favorite Classic Radio Show

  Most Innovative MOJA Album of the Year      Chick Corea

  New & Blue -- Outstanding New Blues         Guitar George Baker
   Artist of 2006

  Epoch Award for Favorite Contemporary Jazz  The Rippingtons (20 yrs)
   Band Celebrating a Milestone Anniversary

  Real Jazz Icon Award - Living Legends       Sonny Rollins

  The "Absolutely KINDIE" Award - Top         Terri Hendrix
   Indie Kids Artist of 2006

  Ultimate Earworm Award - Year's Most        The Hampsterdance
   Relentlessly Catchy Kids Song

  Best Latin "Make-Up" Song / Mejor           Chayanne - Te Echo de Menos
   cancion para pedir perdon

  Best Latin Drinking Song / Mejo             Valentin Elizalde - Como me
   Cancion Para Tragos                         duele

  Best Latin Song To Learn To Salsa /         Marc Anthony - Que Precio
   Mejor Cancion para Aprender Salsa           Tiene El Cielo

  Reggaeton Artist with the Best Body-Ink /   Daddy Yankee
   Artista de Reggaeton con mas Tatuajes

  The Golden Spliff Award - The Artist        Beenie Man
   keeping it most Irie in 06

  "We Believe" Award - Most Promising         The Fray
   New Pop Act

  Essential Pop Party Track of 2006           Promiscuous - Nelly Furtado

  "Best Strange of the Year" - Squizz's       Hinder
   Best New Artist

  2006 Loft Artist of the Year                Neil Young

  Welcome to The Loft - Notable New Artist    Peter Bradley Adams
   of 2006

  "Best Score Of The Year" - Tour that        Ozzfest
   "scored" the most amount of groupies

  XM Cafe Appetizer of the Year - Favorite    KT Tunstall - Eye to the
   Adult Alternative New Release of 2006)      Telescope

  XM Cafe Entree of the Year - Favorite       Ben Harper - Both Sides Of
   Adult Alternative Album of 2006             The Gun

  Alt Shaker Award                            Red Hot Chili Peppers

  Fresh Ethel Seal of Approval -- New Ethel   Gnarls Barkley
   Artist Most-Endorsed by the XM Nation

  Stage Presence with Guitar -- Best          Pete Townsend
   Guitar-hero Stance

  Teflon Vinyl Award - Album With the         Dark Side of the Moon - Pink
   Most Worn-out Grooves                       Floyd

  The Giant Bone - Best Hard Rock             Queensryche "One Foot in
   Performance                                 Hell"

  The Go 2 Hell - Best Metal Performance      Slayer "Jihad"

  The Golden Lougie 2006 - Best Punk          Time Again "Cold Concrete"
   Performance

  Return To Rhyme - Old school hip-hop        Salt-N-Pepa
   group that should reunite

  The "Spark" Award - The Artist who          Chris Brown
   brought the HEAT in 2006

  Mayor of The City - The Artist who Ran      Mary J. Blige
   the Charts and the Streets this Year

  My First Phantom - Best New Hip-Hop Artist  Yung Joc

  Neo-Souled Out Award for the Notable        Ne-Yo
   New R&B Artist

  The Quincy Award The Greatest Soul
   Artist of All Time                         Stevie Wonder

Source: XM Satellite Radio

CONTACT: Anne-Taylor Griffith of XM Satellite Radio, +1-212-708-6171,
annetaylor.griffith@xmradio.com

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

Rick's Cabaret Converts Its Charlotte Location to an Upscale Club Onyx

It Will Cater to African-American Gentlemen

CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rick's Cabaret International, Inc. (NASDAQ: RICK), the publicly traded chain of gentlemen's clubs, is converting its Charlotte location to Club Onyx, an upscale gentlemen's club catering to African-American men. The new club at 5300 Old Pineville Road will have a gala three-night grand opening December 14th – 16th.

The grand opening will be highlighted by special guest DJs from Power 98, the market-leading Charlotte hip hop station, plus, R.P. Cola, the famous DJ from the Houston Club Onyx, who is associated with top hip hop artists. The celebrated Club Onyx Feature Dancers will fly in from Houston to perform each night of the grand opening gala.

The new Charlotte night spot is the third Club Onyx launched by Rick’s Cabaret, which pioneered the concept of an adult nightclub featuring topless dancers in a luxurious setting in the 1980s. This theme was extended to serve the African-American demographic in Houston in 2004 when the first Club Onyx opened. It has become particularly popular among professional athletes and is now part of the city’s burgeoning hip-hop music scene. Another Club Onyx opened in San Antonio in July of this year.

“Club Onyx will be a great fit in Charlotte, which has a sizeable and powerful African-American population that is perfect for this concept – pro athletes, lawyers and businessmen, doctors, musicians and other people who enjoy mingling with beautiful women, hearing great music and eating terrific food in a very upscale and welcoming setting,” said Eric Langan, CEO of Rick’s Cabaret. “From a business standpoint, we feel Club Onyx will offer us a very attractive opportunity in this rapidly growing market.”

Mr. Langan added, “The Club Onyx concept emphasizes entertainers of all ethnic origins, music selected by gifted DJs, comfortable ‘three-hour’ seating and the hospitality for which all Rick’s Cabaret establishments are famous.”

Rick’s Cabaret acquired the 30,000 square foot Charlotte club in mid 2005. In addition to the cabaret, the venue also hosts a traditional nightclub and a club that features entertainment by male dancers for women.

About Rick’s Cabaret

Rick’s Cabaret International, Inc. (NASDAQ: RICK) operates upscale adult nightclubs serving primarily businessmen and professionals that offer live adult entertainment, restaurant and bar operations. The company owns and operates or licenses adult nightclubs in New York City, New Orleans, Charlotte, Houston, Minneapolis and other cities under the names "Rick's Cabaret," "XTC" and “Club Onyx.” No sexual contact is permitted at any of these locations. Rick’s Cabaret also owns the adult Internet membership Web site, couplestouch.com, and a network of online adult auction sites under the flagship URL naughtybids.com. Rick’s Cabaret common stock is traded on NASDAQ under the symbol RICK. For further information contact ir@ricks.com.

Forward-looking Statements:

This document contains forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause the company’s actual results to differ materially from those indicated in this document, including the risks and uncertainties associated with operating and managing an adult business, the business climates in New York City and elsewhere, the success or lack thereof in launching and building the company’s businesses in New York City and elsewhere, risks and uncertainties related to the operational and financial results of our Web sites, conditions relevant to real estate transactions, and numerous other factors such as laws governing the operation of adult entertainment businesses, competition and dependence on key personnel. Rick's has no obligation to update or revise the forward-looking statements to reflect the occurrence of future events or circumstances. For further information go to ricks.com.

Contact for further information or for media pass to grand opening: Allan Priaulx, 212-338-0050, ir@ricks.com
Contacts

Rick’s Cabaret International, Inc.
Allan Priaulx, 212-338-0050
ir@ricks.com

BMI AND SPIRALFROG COMPLETE LICENSING AGREEMENT FOR STREAMING OF BMI REPERTOIRE

NEW YORK, December 11, 2006 – Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) today announced that it has completed a licensing agreement with broadband entertainment network SpiralFrog, a downloadable music website based on an advertising revenue model that will launch in early 2007 in the United States. Through its licensing agreement with BMI, SpiralFrog is able to legally use the more than 6.5 million musical works represented by BMI.

“Songwriters create the musical excitement that attracts the public to digital entertainment,” said Del Bryant, BMI President & CEO. “SpiralFrog’s fresh approach to offering music in an advertising-driven model opens an exciting new opportunity for the public to discover our music. We are pleased to be working with SpiralFrog as a BMI licensee to expand the opportunity for legitimate music distribution in the digital domain.”

“SpiralFrog is enthusiastic about this license,” said Joe Mohen, SpiralFrog Chairman and Founder. “It is only with support of industry leaders like BMI that we can help create market-driven solutions to internet piracy so that young people can get the music they want from legitimate sources. BMI has been a leader in licensing all genres of music since it was created in 1939, and now, just as it was then, it is taking the lead in granting new licenses on commercially reasonable terms. Their business solutions allow legitimate internet companies like ours to compete with pirate sites.”

About BMI

Broadcast Music, Inc.® (bmi.com) is an American performing right organization that represents more than 300,000 songwriters, composers and publishers in all genres of music, and serves 600,000 businesses including more than 4,000 digital music properties. Celebrating over 65 years in business, BMI represents a repertoire of more than 6.5 million musical works from around the world. The non-profit-making corporation collects license fees from businesses that use music, which it then distributes as royalties to the musical creators and copyright owners whose works have been performed.

About SpiralFrog

SpiralFrog (spiralfrog.com) is the new online music destination offering advertising-supported legal downloads of audio and video content licensed from the catalogs of the world’s leading record labels and from independents. SpiralFrog offers music-lovers a compelling alternative to illegal file-sharing and pirate sites, with a secure environment for them to satisfy their unyielding passion and thirst for music, entertainment, information and brands at no cost except for their time and attention. Headquartered in New York, SpiralFrog will launch its advertising-supported service in early 2007.

Contacts:

For BMI:
Hanna Pantle, 310-289-6328; hpantle@bmi.com
Jerry Bailey, 615-401-2825; jbailey@bmi.com             

For SpiralFrog:
Orville Hagler, 718-839-0941; orville@spiralfrog.com

Certificate of Amendment Changes - "RHNMEDIA"

December 11, 2006
WASHINGTON, D.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Real Hip Hop Matrix Corp (a Nevada corp.) (Pink Sheets:RHMX) announced today that the Company has executed a change to its Certificate of Amendment to rename the company: RHNMEDIA (Nevada). The Company has applied for a new CUSIP number and will apply to NASDAQ for a new symbol in due course.

Atonn Muhammad, President and CEO, stated, "Our business model is heavily tuned to branding our name. Our essence, investment, reputation and street credibility is concentrated in the acronym RHN. No capital structure changes are occurring at this time."

The Company has hired Gladden and Assoc. to prepare GAAP consolidated financial statements for RHNMEDIA. Upon the completion of the Company’s consolidated financial statements the Company will apply for an OTCQX listing. For more information on OTCQX, please see www.otcqx.com.

About RHNMEDIA + RHN.TV

RHN.TV is the first 24 hour cable network dedicated exclusively to Hip Hop lifestyle and culture. RHN.TV currently broadcasts to approximately 22 million US households. The Washington, D.C.-based network has a regular programming schedule devoted almost entirely to the Hip Hop marketplace with a targeted selection of programming centered on the foundation of Hip Hop's core elements: Deejaying, Emceeing, Break dancing and Graffiti.

Target Audience: 18-34 demographic, in both urban and suburban markets; certain programming is targeted towards the 12-24 audience

Distribution: RHN.TV can be seen in over 22 million US households through Dish Network (Channel 9407), Comcast in Denver (Channel 55) and in LA on Adelphia through a programming agreement with CoLours TV. RHN.TV has been on air in the Washington, D.C. market through MHz since July 1, 2006. RHN.TV’s distribution through OlympuSat provides 24-hour access to 15 million homes in 2005 growing to approximately 43 million homes by 2008. OlympuSat provides distribution through a multi-content agreement with Dish Network, Direct TV and the top 10 major cable channels. IP distribution of RHN.TV is offered through a partnership with ROO Group Inc. (OTCBB:RGRP).

Enjoy our web presence: www.rhn.tv, www.rhnmedia.com.

Forward-looking statements in this news release relating to the Company's expectations regarding RHMX demand and pricing are made pursuant to the "safe harbor" provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. When used herein, words such as "expect" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on assumptions made by and information available to The Real Hip Hop Matrix Corporation. Investors are cautioned that such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements include, without limitation, the future demand for, and sales volumes of, the Company's products, future production volumes, efficiencies and operating cots, increases or decreases in the prices of the Company's products, the Company's future stability and growth prospects, the Company's future profitability and capital needs, including capital expenditures, and the outlook for and other future developments in the Company's affairs or in the industries in which the Company participates and factors detailed from time to time in the Company's periodic reports filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, and other regulatory authorities. The Company has no intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Contacts

RHNMEDIA + RHN.TV, Washington, DC
Atonn Muhammad, 202-434 8374
or
Public Relations
Clarke & Associates
Priscilla Clarke, 202-723 2200
pclarkepr@aol.com
or
MN1 Newswire
Stephen Sandifer, 214-461-3429
http://www.mn1.com