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LUDACRIS AND FRIENDS RAP WITH 100 HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ABOUT THEIR DREAMS AND FUTURE

"Ludacris, The Ludacris Foundation, Jeff Johnson and several of the Atlanta based celebrity's friends host a Town Hall discussion for 100 at risk students to talk about their dreams, resources, and reality"

Atlanta , GA – Ludacris, The Ludacris Foundation, Jeff Johnson – BET talk show host and motivational speaker, Eric Troy – Educational consultant, and several other friends are teaming to host a Town Hall discussion for approximately 100 high school youth.   The Town Hall discussion is for selected students to talk about their dreams, the challenges they face, and the potential resources available to them. The students were selected from Douglas High School in Atlanta .  The Town Hall will take place on Friday, November 2, 2007 from 10am to 1:00 pm at Douglas High School, 225 Hamilton E. Holmes Drive NW, Atlanta, GA 30318.

"At the Ludacris Foundation, we understand the importance of turning back, reaching back, and giving back" said Chris 'Ludacris' Bridges.  "We understand that the little things we do can sometimes have a huge effect on young people for years to come.   We understand that every youth has dreams and aspirations. We understand that many of these same youth have challenges in realizing their dreams and goals.  We understand!!! That's why we do what we do."

Mayor Shirley Franklin will open the session by welcoming students and encouraging them to keep their dreams alive and at the forefront of their educational pursuits. Ludacris will lay out the purpose of the session and Jeff Johnson will facilitate a panel discussion with Ludacris and several other panelists, surrounding their dreams as youth and how they went about achieving them.   The students will then break out into smaller groups to discuss their own dreams; and goals then come back together as a whole to share their thoughts and insights.

"Reaching out to youth is not new to us" said Roberta Shields, President of the Ludacris Foundation. "Our foundation programs and support initiatives have directly impacted thousands of youths' lives. I am extremely proud of the fact that Chris and the foundation personally get involved with youth in the community; we talk with youth directly – not talk at them or around them."

This event is a private event and is not open to the public.   Media wishing to attend should direct questions/inquiries to Barry Florence, BDC World Public Relations at 202-365-5401 or Katena Keno at 404-510-3897. Photos can be serviced to publications for coverage pieces.

About the Ludacris Foundation

The Ludacris Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit organization created to help young people achieve their dreams through the encouragement of "Principles of Success." We aim to show young people in America that they are the builders of their future. We primarily use music and the arts to connect with young people by listening to their views, issues, and challenges. Our efforts reach youth at all age levels.

Founded in 2001 by multi-platinum selling, GRAMMY® award winning artist and actor, Chris "Ludacris" Bridges, TLF has achieved notable success. TLF has been named as one of the top twenty "Leading Philanthropy Foundations" by Black Enterprise magazine and featured in The Robb Report's Worth magazine and The Chronicles on Philanthropy, The Newspaper of the Non-Profit World, for outstanding efforts provided to urban communities. For more information, visit www.theludacrisfoundation.org .

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Katena Keno
JFK Entertainment
WHO's WHO PR
Publicist
404.510.3897 (cell)
katenakeno@tmo.blackberry.net (mobile email)

THE QUAD ALMIGHTY E.P.

New York, New York- Over the past decade, while major record labels have seen sales consistently decline, Quad Almighty- formerly of the Milwaukee, Wisconsin based hip hop group H.A.Z.- has been quietly setting the underground music scene ablaze.

With the highly anticipated spring 08' release of, The Royal Parchment: The Indoktrination of Dynastik Rationalizm in view; The Quad Almighty E.P, his first E.P. as a solo artist, presents a hip hop amalgamation of socially relevant subject matter and razor sharp satire, told through the lyrics of one of the Midwest's' most talented young emcees.

"On this project I tried to create an accurate snapshot of the serious and sometimes absurd issues we face today," Quad Almighty said. "There are tracks that many [hip –hop] head's can definitely relate to and other songs that are bit more academic; touching on thought provoking themes that are rarely explored. Not to mention the production is insane, with beats that can make a seamless transition from the club, to the car, to your ipod earphones…"

Quad Almighty burst onto the Midwest's hip hop scene in 1998, as a member of the hip hop group H.A.Z. (Hungry and Zooted). "Hungry for change but Zooted with contentment," is a slogan the group members used to describe their social disposition. After establishing a reputation for their searing social commentaries, unrelenting lyrical agility, and energetic live performances, H.A.Z. rewarded their loyal fan base with the 2001 release of their debut E.P. entitled Oral Elations. H.A.Z. followed Oral Elations with the 2002 self-titled L.P. Hungry and Zooted; both albums were released by the independent B-Boy Universal record label. Following the modest success of Hungry and Zooted, Quad Almighty began to work with various hip hop acts to increase his national exposure and develop as a solo artist. These acts include Taste Emcees, Growing Nation, Finsta & Bundy, and Black Elephant.

The Quad Almighty E.P.'s production is done by Finsta, Brooklyn's own native son and one half of the hip hop duo Finsta & Bundy. It gives hip hop aficionados a "taste-test" of The Royal Parchment: The Indoktrination of Dynastik Rationalizm. The E.P. is extremely listener friendly and reminds audiences of everything that made them fall in love with hip-hop music.

For more info go to: www.quadalmighty.com
for booking inquiries email: quad@quadalmighty.com

Multi-Platinum Producer Ron Browz donates beats & Inasirkl Music Group Sponsors Fusion Music Contest

NOVEMBER 1ST, 2007

New York, NY – The purpose of TOMI Film Festival is to build relationships between the filmmaker and the business of entertainment. With the first annual TOMIFF premiering in 2008 New Orleans, Louisiana we've allowed that possibility to come to fruition. However, we wanted to extend that hand to music artists so the Fusion Music Contest was born.

"Music artists will get to experience the same benefits of TEAM TOMI as the filmmakers," says Co-founder Tonisha Johnson.

Inasirkl Music Group is the contest's title sponsor and there events are known to produce exclusive industry clientele. "I am happy to be included in the Fusion Music Contest," says Inasirkl's CEO J Hatch. "This opportunity for upcoming artists will be priceless and should  provide unlimited opportunities for exposure and awareness."

The Fusion Music contest will be open to any genre of music. We plan to have a nationwide search for the hottest underground solo or group act. We will choose 10 Finalists that will be showcased for a week on our website (tomifml.com ) where viewers can vote for the winner.

The winner will receive a team of established and emerging producers led by the production sounds of multi-platinum producer Ron Browz (Nas "Ether", 50"s "Whip Ya Head Boy", Snoop's "Oh No", Ludacris's "Blow It Out" & Big L's "Ebonics") that will donate beats towards creating an album.

"It's very humbling for me to be apart of this contest which gives an unknown artist a huge opportunity to not only be discovered, but a professional production sound that will give them the best chance to sign a record deal" says Ron Browz.

Also the winner will receive their very own music video not to mention tons of magazine, Internet write ups and radio interviews.

Visit us at tomifml.com for more details.

For Media Inquiries:

Inasirkl Music Group inasirkl@gmail.com

Push- A-Management Dove C Tygereye Entertainment dove@tygereye.net

Tiki Tolliver PR TOMI Film Festival publicity@tomienterprises.com

About Inasirkl Music Group Inasirkl Music Group is a fully functional Production, Promotion and Project Management based company within the Hip Hop and R&B genres. Owned and operated by CEO Jason Hadshian aka J Hatch and VP/ Director of Musical Production, Derrick T Carter aka Drawzilla. Together, they have formed one of the most promising and refreshing entertainment commodities to hit the scene in a long minute.

About Push-A-Management Push-A-Management is owned and operated by CEO Big Fuzz which consist of multi platinum producer Ron Browz, Actress Dominique Andriese, J-Platinum(Director/Producer/Editor) and Money Ave Entertainment.

About Fusion Music The premise of the Fusion Music contest is to add a different flavor to the film festival by having a national search for the hottest undiscovered musical talent and give them the opportunity to shine on a major platform in a professional setting. It will be a multi-cultural contest that will be open to different genres of music. The Fusion music contest is founded by TOMI Film Festival.

Showcase of the South receives proclamation from Senator Vincent Forte

Taylord Entertainment presents a memorable evening

Atlanta, GA - Oct 31, 2007 Atlanta, GA--Sunday, October 28th marked the 14th annual Showcase of the South hosted by Taylord Entertainment. Up and coming artists from across the country performed at the historic Rialto Center for two packed shows filled with music lovers, industry executives from Universal, Atlantic, Def Jam, So So Def, Jive Records, J Records and Columbia along with several political notables. "This was truly a showcase of talent. The show was diverse, which was an added bonus. It was the best showcase presentation we've seen. I was in a word, proud" says Janol Holmes, vice president of Chuck D's Slam Jam records.

There were several highlights throughout the show including unforgettable performances by Interscope duo Rock City, pre-teen sensation Jacob Latimore and R&B group One Chance. "Rock City is about to be huge, it's no wonder why Akon signed them," remarked host comedian/actor Pierre, "this audience had a chance to see them first." Gospel diva Taralyn Ramsey received multiple standing ovations and inspirational songbird Jamie Thietten was a crowd favorite as well.

Most impressed with the performances were the fifty children from the Bellwood Boys and Girls Club in Atlanta Taylord Entertainment along with the Michael Vick foundation sponsored to come and see the show. "I had the pleasure of watching the kids faces during the performances. Their eyes were literally glued to the stage awaiting each performance. They waved along with Rock City and danced along with One Chance. It was a good feeling," says Enchanted PR president, Christal Jordan-Mims, "Serving the community is what this performance was built on and Frank Taylor has continued to do that."

In addition to the headliners, several up and coming performers received inquiries from labels execs and managers in attendance. "I was asked about several of the performers, Legacy, K Johnson, Purity and Quentin Marcel just to name a few," says Taylord VP, Brian Jennings, "We hope one of the acts receives a good situation as a result of their participation in the show."

In addition to colorful performances and great music, Taylord Entertainment CEO/founder Frank Taylor was surprised with a formal proclamation from Sen. Vincent Forte's office. "We have been blessed. This show is a labor of love and it humbles me to know that others appreciate and share in the vision that we have," Taylor remarked. Taylor was also honored by Showcase of the South sponsor SESAC. "We will be back next year. Taylord managed to get a great group of talent," said Brian Miller, General Manager of the Artist Factory.

"This was our biggest year, but we are already looking ahead to next year," says Frank Taylor. "I'm proud of what we've been able to offer these artists. We are going to continue to provide this service to the best of our ability."

About Enchanted PR

Enchanted PR is a full service public relations agency that fuses creativity with public relations practice to create memorable campaigns for every client. Enchanted PR actively seeks exposure for our clients that include television, print, radio and sponsorship opportunities for all clients. We strive to create opportunities for our clients that offer visibility and exposure relevant to their individual career goals and aspirations.
Website: http://www.myspace.com/enchantedpr

Taylord Entertainment

Taylord Entertainment is an entertainment management consultant company based in Atlanta, GA. Headed by Frank Taylor, Taylord Entertainment currently manages over 40 artists and musicians.
Website: http://www.taylordentertainment.com

Enchanted PR
Christal Jordan-Mims
President
email: enchanted@comcast.net
phone: 678-499-0297
    Taylord Entertainment
Frank Taylor
CEO/ President
email: taylordentertain@aol.com
phone: 404-685-8555

BRUTALIZED BLACK JOUNALISTS GO TO COURT IN CANADA NOVEMBER 21

LEGAL FUNDRAISING CALL FOR AFRICAN-AMERICAN PHOTOJOURNALIST BEATEN BY TORONTO POLICE

November 2007- On the heels of autrocities like the Jena 6, African American journalists Tonye Allen and Ann Brown are still in a struggle for their freedom after being victimized by police in Toronto, Canada over a year ago! With a looming court date of November 21, the couple are enlisting the public's help for legal fees.   
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It has been a year since African American journalists, Tonye Allen and Ann Brown hailed that cab last year on October 16, 2007 in Toronto, Canada.   Blatant victims of racial profiling and police brutality, the couple has struggled since then to share their story, gain public support, and raise funds in their bid for freedom in a foreign land.  Their case finally goes to trial on November 21, 2007. 

On that fateful day, police from Toronto Division 51 detained the two without explanation.   When the couple asked questions, the police turned violent, beating up and arresting photojournalist Tonye Allen, while assaulting journalist Ann Brown.

Allen was eventually charged with assault and resisting arrest.  The couple had hoped by now the charges would have been dropped. The journalists, whose combined writing and photography credits include Essence, Black Enterprise, VIBE and Rolling Stone to name a few, have been trapped in Toronto legal system ever since, fighting for justice while trying to maintain their daily livelihood. Both are professionals with no prior criminal records.

The Crown, ( the city of Toronto's office of prosecution ) has filed formal charges and is pursuing a case against Allen; two counts for resisting arrest and two counts for assaulting a police officer.  Allen still does not know what he was initially being arrested for, and maintains he never fought back.  Photos of his brutalization pretty much corroborate his story.

Allen and Brown are still struggling to raise monies for lawyer fees and their hotel bill.  Their blog, which posts details of their drama, can be accessed at www.TonyeAllenandAnnBrown.blogspot.com . To sign a petition in their support go to http://www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/946246942  . And finally, financial support can be forwarded to www.Paypal.com ,  Account: brownannl@gmail.com  .  Their lawyer, Jason Bogle can be reached at http://www.bogleslawoffice.com .

"In recent months, the public's awareness of racial injustice has been heightened," expresses Brown.  "The plight of the Jena 6 has shown what can happen in our own United States.  It's sad to realize the conditions we as a people are being subjected to on an international level. Public support and outcry is our most potent weapon.  We thank the media for bringing attention to our plight and humbly ask the public for continued support."

Jazzmyne Public Relations
email: makeda@jazzmynepr.com
phone:  661-718-8843

GRAMMY University Heads Back to School with 12 Student Representatives from across the Nation Joining Forces and Paving the Road Ahead

After Reflecting On A Victorious First Year, GRAMMY U Expands Its Reach

October 31, 2007
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Following on the heels of a successful first year for GRAMMY University Network (GRAMMY U) — a program for students pursuing music industry careers, created by the music community's leading membership organization — The Recording Academy® heads back to school for its sophomore year. Designed to enhance students' current academic curriculum with access to recording industry professionals, the program provides an "out of classroom" perspective on the recording industry. GRAMMY U has surpassed its 1,000 member goal, recruiting more than 2,000 members over the past year with more than 300 colleges in participation.

"We kicked off GRAMMY U with a banner first year, and now we are back at school, better than ever," said Robert Accatino, Director, Membership & Marketing, The Recording Academy. "We have enlisted 12 talented and driven college students in each of our Chapter cities to serve as representatives for GRAMMY U, engaging their peers to become part of a network that will have a profound impact on their future. With more events, programs, and networking opportunities this year, GRAMMY U is a must-have membership for college students pursuing a career in the music industry."

GRAMMY U Student Representatives:

    * Atlanta — Derrell Bransford, Clark Atlanta University
    * Chicago — Bryce Davis, DePaul University
    * Florida — Marcus Washington, University of Miami
    * Los Angeles — Daniel Rojas, University of Southern California
    * Memphis — Meredith Arnold, Loyola University, New Orleans
    * Nashville — Callie Riggs, Belmont University
    * New York — Randall Alana Marchan, New York University
    * Pacific Northwest — Charles Hopper, Art Institute of Seattle
    * Philadelphia — Nicole Tranquillo, University of the Arts
    * San Francisco — Ryan Summers, Santa Clara University
    * Texas — Ricardo Martinez, University of Texas at Austin
    * Washington, D.C. — Kimberly Wilson, University of Maryland

What Will GRAMMY U Do for Me?

GRAMMY U students participate in a variety of events, including Up Close and Personal events, where students are able to talk to a band in a small, intimate setting; In The Mix® networking events, which focus on bringing students together to meet and share ideas; and GRAMMY SoundChecks®, which provides students with a "behind the scenes" look at touring and performing live. Other opportunities include career workshops, networking, performance and career opportunities, benefits and discounts, feedback from industry professionals, internships, and much more.

"The most rewarding part about GRAMMY U has been the networking. Learning about people's experiences has helped me mentally prepare myself for this business," said San Francisco Chapter student representative Ryan Summers. "We get to choose upcoming events, we determine what we want and need. We spend thousands of dollars on our education, and for $25 a year we're gaining priceless knowledge outside of our school curriculum."

Upcoming events include GRAMMY SoundChecks with Blue October, Evanescence, and Fall Out Boy; behind the scenes with Maroon 5; demo critiques which offer members feedback on their music; film screenings of August Rush and Hip-Hop: Beyond Beats & Rhymes; a tour of the XM Satellite Radio facility, and kick-off events in various Chapters where students mingle with industry executives and music makers.

Membership is open to all full-time college students who want to pursue a career in music or in a music-related field. Majors can include, but are not limited to: Accounting, Art, Business, Communications, Journalism, Liberal Arts, Marketing, Music Business and Music Performing. Members of GRAMMY U enjoy many of the benefits offered to Voting and Associate members of The Recording Academy, but at a quarter of the cost of membership. Annual membership in GRAMMY U is at a discounted rate of $25, compared to $100 for other Academy members.

Where Can Students Find GRAMMY U?

Students and colleges can sign up through all 12 Recording Academy Chapters: Atlanta, Chicago, Florida, Los Angeles, Memphis, Nashville, New York, Pacific Northwest, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Texas, and Washington, D.C. Select universities have a faculty/staff advisor and a student representative who, with the help of the local Recording Academy staff, are responsible for the recommendation and implementation of programs and events on campus. The student representative will be the liaison between the local Chapter and the student membership, their committees and GRAMMY Volunteer Corp, which empowers GRAMMY U students to be active in music industry events.

Established in 1957, The Recording Academy is an organization of musicians, producers, engineers and recording professionals that is dedicated to improving the cultural condition and quality of life for music and its makers. Internationally known for the GRAMMY Awards — the preeminent peer-recognized award for musical excellence and the most credible brand in music — The Recording Academy is responsible for groundbreaking professional development, cultural enrichment, advocacy, education and human services programs. In its 50th year, The Academy continues to focus on its mission of recognizing musical excellence, advocating for the well-being of music makers and ensuring music remains an indelible part of our culture. For more information about The Academy, please visit www.grammy.com.

Contacts

The Recording Academy
Jennifer Keppel, 310.392.3777
jenniferk@grammy.com

TRACE To Shake Asia Digital Pay-tv Landscape

October 31, 2007
PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TRACE, the first and only television channel exclusively dedicated to urban music and culture, will be a key player at the annual convention of the CASBAA (The Cable & Satellite Broadcasting Association of Asia), which takes place this week in Hong-Kong.

TRACE's co-founder, chairman & CEO, Olivier Laouchez, will be a speaker at the opening conference of CASBAA "Content in Perspective".

He will explain how TRACE's unique content approach and positioning gave TRACE brand and TV channel a leadership position in its segment in more than 100 countries.

Together with Geraldine Pamphile, the newly appointed "TRACE Asia Pacific Director", Olivier LAOUCHEZ will meet top executives from major Asian TV distributors, aggregators and content producers.

In just a few months, TRACE has already secured linear TV or content distribution contracts in India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Thailand and China.

This demonstrates the extraordinary appeal of Hip Hop culture in Asia, where more and more local and international rap and R&B artists reach #1 position in CD sale, radio and club airplays.

About TRACE

Launched in 2003, TRACE is available in over 1OO countries through its various media properties (digital TV, radio, magazine, web, mobile). All TRACE branded media are dedicated to urban music and culture and target the urban youth, 15-34, trend setters, early adopters.

TRACE is owned by its founders, Goldman Sachs, Universal Music Group and senior bank and media executive from France, USA, Brazil, Asia and Africa. Visit www.trace.tv .

Contacts

Trace TV
Géraldine PAMPHILE
Asia-Pacific Director
Gsm: (852) 6730 2596
Direct Line: (852) 2520 6373
Email : gpamphile@trace.tv
or
Valérie GILLES-ALEXIA
Communication & Marketing
Switchboard : +33 1 53 58 34 00
Email : vgilles@trace.tv

FlowTV Brings Island Def Jam to On Demand and Broadband with "Roctober" and IDJ Channel

FlowTV's New Channel, Island Def Jam, Revolutionizes Music Distribution

October 31, 2007
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Island Def Jam Music Group has joined forces with Ripe Digital Entertainment (RDE) and its subsidiary network FlowTV, a multi-platform hip-hop lifestyle network, to create the ultimate source for hip-hop entertainment. The launch of the Island Def Jam channel on FlowTV marks the first time that Island Def Jam has taken the leap into On Demand programming.

FlowTV's comprehensive availability via broadband (www.flow.tv), cable On Demand (Time Warner, Comcast and Cablevision), and mobile devices (Sprint) presents Island Def Jam with the unique opportunity to offer their artists and music to audiences everywhere through easily accessible means without time constraints.

The installment of the Island Def Jam channel on FlowTV gives artists a number of new outlets for their music to be pushed through, allowing more creative freedom without the initial spend that would be necessary for traditional television. Ryan Magnussen, CEO and founder of FlowTV/RDE, said, "We are very excited about our new relationship with Island Def Jam and feel confident it will help revolutionize the distribution of music to audiences everywhere, bringing entertainment to them on command."

"We are thrilled to join the FlowTV network with our own Island Def Jam channel," said Christian Jorg, SVP of New Media & Commerce, Island Def Jam. "Launching 'Rocktober' on FlowTV is another step in developing new ways to bring our artists' music and videos to consumers when they want it and how they want it. The partnership provides a new, exciting distribution platform for our artists and we feel confident that consumers will enjoy the high quality programming the Island Def Jam brand guarantees."

Leveraging FlowTV's leadership in short-form content production, Island Def Jam will be able to utilize their format in order to produce more relevant content that appeals to their audience, all the while increasing their validation in the hip-hop community as innovators in authentic hip-hop entertainment.

About Ripe Digital Entertainment (RDE)

A leader in On Demand digital entertainment and the first to develop a multi-platform video network, RDE (www.ripedigital.com) aggregates and produces short-form programming targeted at young adult audiences with simultaneous distribution over cable, broadband and wireless platforms. Since introducing RipeTV® in 2005, RDE has launched two additional networks, OctaneTV and FlowTV, with content available on over 100 million television, computer and mobile screens nationwide. RDE pioneered Connective Advertising® to give marketers and viewers an enhanced video experience across all platforms. Based in Los Angeles, CA, RDE networks can be found on Time Warner and Comcast On Demand and online at www.ripetv.com, www.octanetv.com and www.flow.tv.

Contacts

Ripe Digital Entertainment
Stacy Freeman, 323-931-3300
Stacy@ripedigital.com

Who's Your Daddy, Inc. to Be Presenting Sponsor at WiLD 98.7's "Last Damn Show n9ne"

9th Annual Hip Hop Concert -- Featuring LL Cool J

SAN DIEGO, CA--(Marketwire - October 31, 2007) - Who's Your Daddy®, Inc. (OTCBB: WYDI) is pleased to announce that in conjunction with the Company's Florida distributor, J & W Distributors, they will be the Presenting Sponsor at this week's WiLD 98.7 "Last Damn Show n9ne" live concert. Who's Your Daddy has been featured on the station's website and on-air promotion for the month leading up to the event.

The event, the largest Hip Hop concert within the State of Florida, has sold over 24,000 tickets to date and will be held on November 2, 2007 at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, FL. The lineup for the concert event includes stars such as LL Cool J, Lil Wayne, Swizz Beatz with Cassidy, Three Six Mafia, Fabolous, plus many more. The Company's "King of Energy™" drinks will be sold at concession stands for this event.

Edon Moyal, CEO of Who's Your Daddy, noted: "The upcoming concert sponsorship shows our commitment in expanding our distribution and marketing within the state of Florida. We view the 'Last Damn Show n9ne' as reaching the perfect demographics to promote our energy drinks. We are extremely excited to be apart of such a well-known concert with an outstanding lineup."

About CBS Radio and WiLD 98.7

WiLD is owned and operated by CBS RADIO, one of the largest major-market radio operators in the United States. A division of CBS Corporation, CBS RADIO operates 144 radio stations, the majority of which are in the nation's top 50 markets. CBS RADIO also owns and operates WYUU, WSJT, WRBQ, WQYK FM / AM in Tampa. The station's website is www.wild987.fm.

About J&W Distributors

Based in Tampa, Florida, J&W was established this year to promote and distribute the entire line of Who's Your Daddy drinks in the surrounding area, which includes over 2.2 million people. With 475 accounts set up so far, J&W plans to aggressively push the King of Energy drinks to a leading position within this market area.

About Who's Your Daddy, Inc.

Who's Your Daddy, Inc. is a brand management company focused on the marketing, production and distribution of the "Who's Your Daddy®" "King of Energy™" line of beverages for the rapidly growing $5 billion U.S. energy drink market. Both our unique cranberry-pineapple and green tea flavors are available in regular and diet versions. We currently hold trademarks for a variety of products worldwide. Who's Your Daddy, Inc. stock is traded publicly under the "WYDI" ticker symbol. For more information, go to (www.whosyourdaddyinc.com; www.kingofenergy.com). The Company's blog site is at www.kingofbloggers.com.

Contact:
Who's Your Daddy, Inc.
Dan Fleyshman
President
760-438-5470

The Oxford American Releases 9th Edition of Award-Winning Music Issue

CONWAY, Ark., Oct. 31 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Why are famous acts Dwight Yoakam, Thelonious Monk, and rapper David Banner nestled together with obscurities like the International Submarine Band, Zakary Thaks, Teddy Grace, Karen Dalton, the Parchman Prison Band, and other authentic American originals on one CD together? There can only be one reason: The 2007 Oxford American Music Issue has arrived!

The Oxford American celebrates the diversity of American music and storytelling in its 2007 Music Issue now on sale nationwide including a 26-track CD generously underwritten by the country music-oriented cable television network CMT.

In addition to the CD abounding with 26 musical surprises, there is also the magazine itself. Sean Wilentz delivers a fly-on-the-wall account of the making of Bob Dylan's Blonde on Blonde in Nashville. Columnist Roy Blount urges for the return of yodeling. Harper's staffer Bill Wasik writes on the blogosphere phenomenon of Annuals. Acclaimed novelist Fredrick Barthelme writes of his days in the 1960's as the drummer for the cult art-noise band, the Red Crayola. Sam Stephenson writes about Thelonious Monk's final gig in his home state of North Carolina in 1970. And more...

"Every year we try and do something special with the music issue and CD," says Editor Marc Smirnoff. "This year, with the exception of a few big names, we really wanted to get into the undercurrent of celebrating lost and unjustly forgotten musical superstars. If people recognize right off the bat most of the names we're covering in this year's edition, then we kind of failed at our mission."

Each artist on the CD is featured in the magazine with insightful commentary from talented music writers and regular OA contributors including William Bowers, Carol Ann Fitzgerald, Kevin Brockmeier, John Jeremiah Sullivan, Warren Zanes, Derek Jenkins, Sven Birkerts, Amanda Petrusich, Bill Friskics-Warren, and Mike Powell.

The Oxford American is published by the nonprofit Oxford American Literary Project. The OA is a quarterly magazine based on the campus of the University of Central Arkansas in Conway, Arkansas. Founded in 1992, it bills itself as "The Southern Magazine of Good Writing." In 2005 the Music Issue was a finalist for a National Magazine Award -- an award they won in 1999 and 2003.

  Media contacts:
  Ray Wittenberg (501) 733-4164 - ray@oxfordamericanmag.com
  Matt Baker (501) 733-6508 - matt@oxfordamericanmag.com

Source: Oxford American Magazine

CONTACT: Ray Wittenberg, +1-501-733-4164, ray@oxfordamericanmag.com, or
Matt Baker, +1-501-733-6508, matt@oxfordamericanmag.com, both of the Oxford
American Magazine

Web Site: http://www.oxfordamericanmag.com/

Nine Inch Nails: Y34RZ3R0R3M1X3D

YEAR ZERO ALBUM REMIXED: STEPHEN MORRIS, BILL LASWELL, KRONOS QUARTET, SAUL WILLIAMS, OLOF DREIJER, THE FAINT AND MORE

REMIX IT YOURSELF: EVERY MASTER MULTI-TRACK MADE AVAILABLE

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- "I'm very pleased with the way it turned out," says Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails' Y34RZ3R0R3M1X3D (Interscope Records), to be released November 20, 2007. "Remix records can be disposable garbage (of which I myself have been guilty to some extent) but this collection feels good to me."

Spun off from Year Zero, the #2-charting album issued in the spring, Y34RZ3R0R3M1X3D features a stunning diversity of remixers, from Joy Division and New Order's Stephen Morris to classical crossover pioneer Kronos Quartet and hip-hop poet Saul Williams; from avant-garde leader Bill Laswell, electronica's Olof Dreijer from The Knife, Interpol drummer Sam Fogarino and post-punk revivalists The Faint to an unknown fan who submitted a remix via the Internet.

"I reached out to heroes, friends and strangers," says Reznor. "I encouraged those I approached to do anything and insert themselves as much as possible into the track. Some of the stuff that was done earlier led me to choosing other people to balance things out. The Pirate Robot Midget mix is a fan's work -- I thought it was great, it filled a need and I asked permission to use it here. It's always interesting for me to hear my work reinterpreted -- I hope it is for you as well."

In fact, purchasers can even reinterpret and remix Year Zero themselves. The CD package for Y34RZ3R0R3M1X3D includes a DVD-ROM containing every track from Year Zero in multi-track format (Mac and PC). Perhaps for the first time, the master multi-tracks for every recording on a major album are being made available to the public. The tracks are pre-formatted for Apple GarageBand and Ableton Live (Mac or PC); the DVD-ROM also adds the demo version of Ableton Live (Mac or PC) and generic WAVE files at 16 bit 44K that can be loaded into any audio editor. The package is 180 gram heavy vinyl in a deluxe six-panel gatefold jacket.

A special Web site, remix.nin.com, will debut upon Y34RZ3R0R3M1X3D's release date. Says Reznor, "Remixes and fun encouraged."

  Tracklisting:
  1. gunshots by computer: saul williams
  2. the great destroyer: modwheelmood
  3. my violent heart: pirate robot midget
  4. the beginning of the end: ladytron
  5. survivalism: saul williams
  6. capital g: epworth phones
  7. vessel: bill laswell
  8. the warning: stefan goodchild featuring doudou n'diaye rose
  9. meet your master: the faint
  10. god given: stephen morris & gillian gilbert
  11. me, i'm not: olof dreijer
  12. another version of the truth: kronos quartet & enrique gonzalez
      muller
  13. in this twilight: fennesz
  14. zero sum: stephen morris & gillian gilbert

Source: Interscope Records

CONTACT: Dennis Dennehy, +1-310-865-7934, or Lauren Burns,
+1-310-865-4563, Lauren.burns@umusic.com, both of Interscope Records

Harman Consumer Group ‘Soupes Up’ Rapper 50 Cent’s New Ride

LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Harman Consumer Group:

Who:

Harman Consumer Group (HCG) (www.harman.com), a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of a wide range of high-fidelity loudspeakers, audio and video components, and multimedia systems for use in homes and automobiles, and with computers.

What:

JBL, a brand of HCG has outfitted rapper 50 Cent's (a.k.a. Curtis Jackson) new Pontiac G8 performance sedan with an 800-watt JBL audio system, JBL PX600.2 two-channel amps and two 12 inch JBL P1222 subwoofers. Installed by Unique Autosports, (of the television show "Unique Whips") the car will debut at the 2007 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

Background:

The Harman Consumer Group (HCG), Inc., is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of a wide range of high-fidelity loudspeakers, audio and video components, and multimedia systems for use in homes and automobiles, and with computers. The group's brands include JBL(R), Infinity(R), Harman Kardon(R), Mark Levinson(R), Revel(R), Audioaccess(R) and Lexicon(R).

HCG is a division of Harman International Industries, Incorporated. Harman International (www.harman.com) is a leading manufacturer of high-quality, high-fidelity audio products and electronic systems for the automotive, consumer and professional markets. The company's stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "HAR."

Contacts

Harman Mobile
Chris Dragon, 516-682-6489
cdragon@harman.com
or
Edelman
Angie Ayala, 650-762-2952
angie.ayala@edelman.com

Master P Blasts BET's Stephen Hill and Muses over 50 Cent in an Interview with Souleo on SixShot.com

Rap icon shares his frustrations and triumphs with future media mogul

New York, NY: October 29, 2007 -- In an exclusive interview with up-and-coming media star Souleo, Master P reveals his dissatisfaction with Stephen Hill, 50 Cent and the current state of Hip-Hop.

Master P elaborates that although he was disappointed, he was not angry at 50 Cent's negative statements at the BET Awards' press conference, understanding that they both have different missions in mind: 50 Cent's mission is to sell albums, while Master P's mission is to clean up lyrics to promote positive images in Hip-Hop. He placed the blame more on BET's Executive Vice President of Entertainment Program, Stephen Hill, for broadcasting the news conference and "laughing at [50 Cent's] negative comments." He also accuses Stephen Hill of being a "male groupie" - only promoting artists with the biggest selling records backed by the most marketing dollar.

In this candid interview with Souleo, Master P criticizes himself for building his success on negative music and images, and discusses his mission towards redemption. Master P, like many celebrities Souleo has interviewed, had no problem opening up to the youngest and hottest rising media personality. Souleo is one of the hosts of Southern New England's #1 weekly show, "The 360 Degree Black Experience in Sound." on the historic 95.5 WBRU. He also makes weekly contributions to several unique columns that he helped mastermind and develop for Sixshot.com, one of the leading online hip-hop magazines. His debut column article is featured in "The 7th Shot," and it is an interview with mega producers, Tim & Bob.

Read the full Master P interview here: http://www.sixshot.com/interviews/8182

Read "7th Shot: Tim & Bob" here: http://www.sixshot.com/articles/8377/

For more information on Souleo, please visit www.myspace.com/souleo

WeRoqq Publicity and Promotion is a full-service public relations firm that specializes in the music, fashion and entertainment industries. Their roster boasts R&B superstar Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas, Ricky Fante, jewelry company Daibe Beads and more.

For more information or to request interviews, please contact:

Josie Zohny - Director of Entertainment Publicity

(917) 742-3777

Shukmei Wong - Director of Music Publicity

(718) 510-3046

Tokyo Police Club to Join Amy Winehouse, The Academy Is ... And Spank Rock As Performers at 2007 'mtvU Woodies'

Annie Lennox, Q-Tip, Angels & Airwaves, Talib Kweli, Motion City Soundtrack and Lupe Fiasco to Partner with College Students in Honoring Top Emerging Acts

MTV Confirmed to Air Encore Performance of 4th Annual 'mtvU Woodie Awards' November 17th at 10pm ET / PT

NEW YORK, Oct. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- mtvU, MTV's 24-hour college network, today announced that up-and-coming indie rock set Tokyo Police Club has been added to the performance lineup for the 2007 "mtvU Woodie Awards" - the only awards honoring the music voted best by the college audience. The high energy Toronto quartet will take the "Woodies" stage November 8th at Roseland Ballroom in New York, joining an eclectic, powerhouse roster that includes Amy Winehouse, The Academy Is ... and Spank Rock. Additionally, today mtvU announced that Annie Lennox, Q-Tip, Tom Delonge and Dave Kennedy of Angels & Airwaves, Talib Kweli, Motion City Soundtrack and Lupe Fiasco are among those confirmed to stand side-by-side with college students, presenting this year's "Woodies" performers and awards. On hand to watch it all go down will be a mix of nominees, perennial college favorites and surprise guests including Gym Class Heroes, Guster, EL-P, Say Anything, Peter and Bjorn, Boys Like Girls, Cage, Red Jumpsuit Apparatus and RJD2 -- who will also dj the pre-show.

The 2007 "mtvU Woodie Awards" will premiere simultaneously on mtvU and mtvU.com Thursday, November 15th at 8pm ET. Given the buzz around this year's "Woodies," MTV has joined in to showcase a special 30 minute version of the show, premiering Saturday, November 17th at 10pm ET / PT. The 30 minute version will also get an encore run on MTV2 November 18th at 12:30am ET / PT.

3.2 million votes have already been cast by the college audience for this year's "Woodies," and this is the last week of voting, so students are encouraged to make their voices heard via mtvU.com before the deadline of November 2nd at 11:59 pm ET. Most categories are still too close to call, so these final few days will be key in determining who takes home top honors at the show.

The initial field of sixteen "Viral Woodie" nominees has been pared down to just four, and they are: Linkin Park, "What I've Done," The Academy Is ..., "We've Got a Big Mess on Our Hands," Fall Out Boy, "This Ain't a Scene, It's an Arms Race," and Meg & Dia, "Monster." Additionally, the top five acts of the more than 1,700 registered on mtvU's BestMusiconCampus.com -- which are competing for the inaugural "Best Music on Campus Woodie" -- have been selected and are fighting it out to be the first unsigned college band to ever win a coveted "Woodie" award. The winners of both categories will be determined by college student voting on mtvU.com.

Other top nominees for the 2007 "mtvU Woodie Awards" include The Shins, with three nominations, and Modest Mouse, Gym Class Heroes, Lily Allen, Justice, Linkin Park and The Academy Is ... , which each picked up two nods. Headliner Amy Winehouse, Arcade Fire, Lil' Wayne, Bright Eyes, The Knife, Common, Klaxons, M.I.A., Spoon, CSS, The Rapture, TV on the Radio, Thom Yorke and Paramore were all nominated as well. Nearly fifty emerging and influential artists are nominated for the fourth annual "mtvU Woodies." Full info on nominees, performers and more is available at Woodies.mtvU.com.

The fourth-annual "mtvU Woodie Awards" is sponsored by Citi, Ford College Student Purchase Program, Garnier Fructis, T-Mobile and Windows Live Messenger.

About mtvU

Broadcast to more than 750 colleges across the country, with a combined enrollment of nearly 7.5 million, mtvU is the largest, most comprehensive television network just for college students. Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, mtvU can be seen in the dining areas, fitness centers, student lounges and dorm rooms of campuses throughout the U.S. mtvU is dedicated to every aspect of college life, reaching students everywhere they are, through a three pronged approach - on-air, online and on campus. mtvU focuses on content including music videos from emerging artists which can't be seen anywhere else, news, student life features, events and pro-social initiatives. mtvU is always on campus, with more than 500 events per year, including exclusive concerts, giveaways, shooting mtvU series and more. For more information about mtvU, and for a complete programming schedule, visit www.mtvU.com.

In September 2005, mtvU became the first MTV Networks channel to also be distributed in its entirety online. The network is simulcast and available on demand at mtvU.com 24/7, featuring all of network's on-air content plus exclusive new music, original series and student-produced programming for college students and music fans everywhere.

mtvU also owns and operates the College Media Network, the largest interactive network of online college newspapers in the US, and RateMyProfessors.com, the Internet's largest listing of collegiate professor ratings. The College Media Network comprises nearly 550 campus publications that serve institutions including Brown University, the University of Illinois, the University of Southern California, the University of Texas at Austin and Duke University, with a combined enrollment of over 5.5 million students, reaching an average of 5 million unique users each month. RateMyProfessors.com reaches approximately 1.5 million college students each month, via the site's more than 6.6 million student-generated ratings of over 1,000,000 college professors.

MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom (NYSE:VIA) (NYSE:VIA.B) , is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. MTV Networks, with more than 140 channels worldwide, owns and operates the following television programming services - MTV: MUSIC TELEVISION, MTV2, VH1, mtvU, NICKELODEON, NICK at NITE, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV LAND, SPIKE TV, CMT, NOGGIN/THE N, VH1 CLASSIC, MTVN INTERNATIONAL and THE DIGITAL SUITE FROM MTV NETWORKS, a package of 13 digital services, all of these networks trademarks of MTV Networks. MTV Networks connects with its audiences through its robust consumer products businesses and its more than 300 interactive properties worldwide, including online, broadband, wireless and interactive television services and also has licensing agreements, joint ventures, and syndication deals whereby all of its programming services can be seen worldwide.

Source: mtvU

CONTACT: Jason Rzepka of mtvU, +1-212-654-7198,
jason.rzepka@mtvstaff.com; or Melissa Barreto of MTV-MTV2-mtvU,
+1-212-846-7226, melissa.barreto@mtvstaff.com

Web site: http://www.mtv.com/
http://www.mtvu.com/
http://bestmusiconcampus.com/
http://woodies.mtvu.com/
http://ratemyprofessors.com/

'NOW That's What I Call Music! Vol. 26' and 'NOW That's What I Call Party Hits!' to be Released November 13

NOW 26 Features J. Holiday, Justin Timberlake, Kanye West, P!NK, Soulja Boy Tell'Em, Rihanna, Fergie, Nickelback, Good Charlotte, Lifehouse and Many More!

NOW Party Hits! Features Kelis, Shop Boyz, MIMS, Kanye West featuring Jamie Foxx, Chingy, Rihanna, Avril Lavigne, Sean Paul, Gorillaz and Many More!

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Oct. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- The world's best-selling multi-artist album series, "NOW That's What I Call Music!," will ring in the holiday season with the November 13 release of two scorching collections of today's hottest tunes. "NOW That's What I Call Music! Vol. 26" features 20 chart-topping Pop, Modern Rock, Rap and R&B smash hits, and "NOW That's What I Call Party Hits!" celebrates with 20 of the hottest roof-raising tracks from a who's-who of today's top artists.

(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20071030/LATU044)

"NOW That's What I Call Music! Vol. 26" spotlights 20 of today's hottest chart hits, including Soulja Boy Tell'Em's "Crank That (Soulja Boy)," J. Holiday's "Bed," Justin Timberlake's "Lovestoned," Rihanna's "Shut Up And Drive," Fergie's "Big Girls Don't Cry (Personal)," Plain White T's' "Hey There Delilah," Nickelback's "Rockstar," Fabolous featuring Ne-Yo's "Make Me Better," and many more.

The 20 hits on "NOW That's What I Call Party Hits!," selected and sequenced to keep every celebration jumping from start to finish, include MIMS' "This Is Why I'm Hot," Chris Brown's "Run It!," Kanye West featuring Jamie Foxx's "Gold Digger," Chingy's "Right Thurr," Amerie's "1 Thing," Nelly Furtado featuring Timbaland's "Promiscuous," Rihanna's "SOS," Missy Elliott's "Get Ur Freak On," and many more.

NOW 26 and NOW Party Hits! are a compilation joint venture from EMI Music, Sony BMG Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group and the Zomba Label Group. NOW 26 and NOW Party Hits! will be distributed by EMI Music Marketing.

The "NOW That's What I Call Music!" series debuted in the United States in 1998 after the NOW brand had become an enormous, multi-platinum international success beginning 15 years earlier (#67 was issued in July). The U.S. series has sold more than 65 million copies and the NOW brand continues to show its longevity and strength from release to release. Every album in the U.S. NOW series has reached the Billboard Top 10, and it is the only non-soundtrack, multi-artist series to reach #1 on the Billboard Top 200 chart.

The series' latest volume, NOW 25, shipped more than 1.1 million units (certified platinum) and debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, selling more than 222,000 copies in its first week.

http://www.nowthatsmusic.com/

  "NOW That's What I Call Music! Vol. 26"

  1. Soulja Boy Tell'Em                   Crank That (Soulja Boy)
  2. Timbaland featuring
      Keri Hilson & D.O.E.                The Way I Are
  3. Justin Timberlake                    Lovestoned
  4. Rihanna                              Shut Up and Drive
  5. Chris Brown                          Wall To Wall
  6. Kanye West                           Can't Tell Me Nothing
  7. Fabolous featuring Ne-Yo             Make Me Better
  8. Sean Kingston                        Beautiful Girls
  9. J. Holiday                           Bed
  10. Baby Bash featuring T-Pain          Cyclone
  11. Fergie                              Big Girls Don't Cry (Personal)
  12. P!NK                                Who Knew?
  13. Avril Lavigne                       When You're Gone
  14. The Last Goodnight                  Pictures Of You
  15. Plain White T's                     Hey There Delilah
  16. Daughtry                            Over You
  17. Nickelback                          Rockstar
  18. Three Days Grace                    Never Too Late
  19. Lifehouse                           First Time
  20. Good Charlotte                      I Don't Wanna Be In Love
                                           (Dance Floor Anthem)

  "NOW That's What I Call Party Hits!"

  1. Shop Boyz                            Party Like A Rock Star
  2. MIMS                                 This Is Why I'm Hot
  3. Chris Brown                          Run It!
  4. Kanye West featuring Jamie Foxx      Gold Digger
  5. Chingy                               Right Thurr
  6. Dem Franchize Boyz featuring         I Think They Like Me
     Jermaine Dupri, Da Brat & Bow Wow
  7. Cherish featuring Sean Paul
     of Youngbloodz                       Do It To It
  8. Kelis                                Milkshake
  9. Amerie                               1 Thing
  10. The Pussycat Dolls
      featuring Busta Rhymes              Don't Cha
  11. Nelly Furtado featuring Timbaland   Promiscuous
  12. Sean Paul                           We Be Burnin'
  13. Rihanna                             SOS
  14. Missy Elliott                       Get Ur Freak On
  15. Christina Aguilera                  Ain't No Other Man
  16. Outkast                             Hey Ya!
  17. Gorillaz                            Feel Good Inc.
  18. Kelly Clarkson                      Since U Been Gone
  19. Avril Lavigne                       Girlfriend
  20. Kylie Minogue                       Can't Get You Out Of My Head

  Every NOW volume has been certified platinum or better by the RIAA:
  NOW 1 (October 1998, platinum)
  NOW 2 (July 1999, double platinum)
  NOW 3 (December 1999, double platinum)
  NOW 4 (July 2000, the first compilation ever to debut at #1 on the
        Billboard Top 200, double platinum)
  NOW 5 (November 2000, quadruple platinum)
  NOW 6 (April 2001, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, triple
         platinum)
  NOW 7 (July 2001, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, triple platinum)
  NOW 8 (November 2001, triple platinum)
  NOW 9 (April 2002, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, double
         platinum)
  NOW 10 (July 2002, platinum)
  NOW 11 (November 2002, double platinum)
  NOW 12 (March 2003, platinum)
  NOW 13 (July 2003, platinum)
  NOW 14 (April 2004, triple platinum)
  NOW 15 (May 2004, double platinum)
  NOW 16 (July 2004, triple platinum)
  NOW 17 (November 2004, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, double
          platinum)
  NOW 18 (March 2005, platinum)
  NOW 19 (July 2005, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, double
          platinum)
  NOW 20 (November 2005, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, double
          platinum)
  NOW 21 (April 2006, debuted at #2 on the Billboard Top 200, double
          platinum)
  NOW 22 (July 2006, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, platinum)
  NOW 23 (November 2006, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, double
          platinum)
  NOW 24 (March 2007, debuted at #2 on the Billboard Top 200, platinum)
  NOW 25 (July 2007, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, platinum)
  "NOW That's What I Call Christmas!" (October 2001, quintuple platinum)
  "NOW That's What I Call Christmas! Vol. 2" (The Signature Collection)
   (September 2003, double platinum)
  "NOW That's What I Call Christmas! Vol. 3" (October 2006, platinum)

Photo: NewsCom: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20071030/LATU044
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com

Source: EMI Music; Sony BMG Music Entertainment; Universal Music Group; Zomba Label Group

CONTACT: Jennifer Ballantyne of EMI Music Marketing, +1-323-871-5494,
jennifer.ballantyne@emicap.com; or Sujata Murthy of Universal Music
Enterprises, +1-310-865-7812, sujata.murthy@umusic.com; or Angela Salomon of
Sony BMG Entertainment, +1-212-833-8575, angela.salomon@sonybmg.com

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

Video: Remy Martin Cognac Gets Interesting With the Women of King Magazine

Flight 1738 Party to Launch New Calendar

NEW YORK, Oct. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- This past August, Remy Martin Flight 1738 flew six beautiful women of King Magazine to the sun-kissed islands of Turks and Caicos to shoot the hottest luxury lifestyle calendar ever. Now, "Remy Martin presents the Women of King" is ready to be released. The calendar features six of the magazine's top models portraying 15 months in the life of today's luxury traveler.

To view the Multimedia News Release, go to: http://www.prnewswire.com/mnr/remymartincognac/30342/

Get Interesting

Inspired by Remy Martin 1738 Accord Royal, the private jet (Flight 1738) and the calendar epitomize the style and class of today's successful urban jet-setter. Remy Martin 1738 Accord Royal was created to commemorate a special recognition granted to Remy Martin by King Louis XV of France in 1738. Blended and aged according to the same standards that so pleased the royal palate, Remy Martin 1738 Accord Royal embodies the finest traditions of cognac making and exemplifies an exclusivity that's truly fit for a king. Its robust and rich taste combined with its extremely smooth flavor makes it a necessity to have on board when things start to get interesting.

"Remy Martin perfectly complements the taste and sophistication of the magazine's readers," said Datwon Thomas, King Magazine's editorial director. We wanted this calendar to exemplify the true lifestyle they lead and Remy Martin really captured it."

The calendar features Kadie-Ann Johnson (Miami) and Tiara Harris (Los Angeles), who appear in some of today's hottest hip-hop music videos; fitness buff Rachel Whitted (Charlotte); Skye Marshall (Chicago), a former Air Force senior airwoman; model and fashion guru Glory Maria (Oakland) and Remy Martin spokesmodel Lizz Robbins (Washington, D.C.), who was recently named sexiest Webgirl.

Get the Calendar

The women will debut the calendar at the Remy Martin Flight 1738 launch party in New York City. The event will be designed to illustrate the lavish lifestyle of today's contemporary "jet set" and will include special performances by T-Pain, Swizz Beatz and DJ D-Nice. Each model is also scheduled to tour different areas of the country, making special appearances at select city hotspots. At the local market event, consumers will be able to meet and greet the ladies, receive an autographed copy of the calendar and sample Remy Martin cognac.

King Magazine

KING is the premiere urban men's lifestyle magazine and has set the standard of excellence for all that's hot in urban culture. KING covers the entire spectrum of what our readers desire from the most beautiful women in the world to fashion, music, nightlife, style, extravagant cars, the finer things in life and interviews with the hottest rappers, sports figures and Hollywood personalities. KING and its editors have been credited by The New York Times, Media Week, Page Six, BET and VH1 for its influence among trendsetting, tastemaking urban-minded men. KING Magazine is published by Harris Publications, one of is the nation's largest special interest publishers with over 70 different titles. (http://www.king-mag.com/)

Remy Cointreau USA

Remy Cointreau USA, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of France's Remy Cointreau, SA. It is the exclusive U.S. importer for a variety of premium spirits and wines, including Remy Martin (R), Cointreau (R), The Macallan Scotch Whisky (R), The Famous Grouse (R), Mount Gay Rum (R), Champagne Piper- Heidsieck (R), Champagne Charles Heidsieck (R), Masi Agricola (R), Vietti (R), Laroche (R), Merryvale(R), Piper Sonoma (R), Bearboat (R) and Imperia(R).
Video: http://www.prnewswire.com/mnr/remymartincognac/30342

Source: Remy Cointreau USA, Inc.

CONTACT: Brandan Orsatti of GCI Group, +1-212-537-8126,
borsatti@gcigroup.com, for Remy Cointreau USA, Inc.

Web site: http://www.king-mag.com/

MySpace and Zazzle Sign Custom On-Demand Music Merchandise Deal

Partnership Enables More Than 6 Million Musicians and Bands on MySpace to Sell Unlimited Merchandise Without Any Up-Front Production Costs or Inventory Risks

LOS ANGELES and REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Oct. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- MySpace, the world's most popular social network, announced today a music merchandise deal with Zazzle, the only on-demand retail platform to offer billions of retail quality, one-of a kind products shipped within 24 hours. The distribution partnership will empower the more than 6 million musicians and bands on MySpace to sell unlimited music merchandise to the MySpace community instantly. The announcement also underscores MySpace's commitment to offer tools and services to the music industry that benefit artists and consumers alike.

Starting today, musicians and bands on MySpace will be able to create products and sell merchandise by putting the Zazzle Merch Booth widget on their MySpace profile. With Zazzle's new "Model Realview" technology, these artists can display their very own branded merchandise three dimensionally, on real models in their profile. The Zazzle Merch Booth widget will also enable placement of the artist's merchandise in a Zazzle gallery, their own websites, fan sites, blogs and more. MySpace users can also use Zazzle to create their own custom items for their favorite musicians and bands.

"MySpace will continue to evolve its industry leading music platform by developing new revenue models, partner integrations, and features that bring bands and fans together," Amit Kapur, VP of Business Development for MySpace. "Zazzle's on demand platform will enable music artists on MySpace to share merchandise with fans like never before."

Musicians and bands on MySpace will be able to sell their merchandise direct from their own online Zazzle Merch Booth, and have it produced and shipped from Zazzle in one day. No upfront costs, fees or contracts are involved.

"The landscape of the music industry continues to change at a rapid pace; merchandise and ticket sales are the one constant revenue source for artists on any level," said Jim Heckman, chief strategy officer, Zazzle. "We are thrilled to be working with MySpace to provide an accessible solution to bands large and small for their merchandise needs."

About MySpace

MySpace, a unit of Fox Interactive Media Inc., is the premier lifestyle portal for connecting with friends, discovering popular culture, and making a positive impact on the world. By integrating web profiles, blogs, instant messaging, e-mail, music streaming, music videos, photo galleries, classified listings, events, groups, college communities, and member forums, MySpace has created a connected community. As the first ranked web domain in terms of page views(c), MySpace is the most widely-used and highly regarded site of its kind and is committed to providing the highest quality member experience. MySpace will continue to innovate with new features that allow its members to express their creativity and share their lives, both online and off. MySpace's international network includes localized community sites in the United States, France, Germany, Australia, Ireland, Spain, Italy, Mexico, Switzerland, Austria, Canada, Netherlands, New Zealand, Japan, Sweden, Latin America, Denmark, Norway, Finland and the United Kingdom. Fox Interactive Media is a division of News Corp. (NYSE:NWS) (NYSE:-) (NYSE:News) (NYSE:NWS.A) (NYSE:-) (NYSE:News) .

*Among the top 2000 domains comScore Media Metrix, September 2007. For more information on comScore Networks, please go to http://www.comscore.com/.

About Zazzle

Infinite and Instant, Zazzle is the only, on-demand retail platform for consumers and major brands, offering billions of retail quality, one-of-a-kind products shipped within 24 hours. Offering the largest library of customizable digital images from world-class brands, Zazzle enables content owners to unlock their entire libraries of content, making it available for purchase and customization by consumers. Through Zazzle's innovative on- demand retail and technology platform, users can instantly create and customize to fit their personal style, purchase and sell a near infinite array of products online. Launched in 2005 and based in Redwood City, California. For more information, www.Zazzle.com.

Source: Zazzle

CONTACT: Dani Dudeck, +1-310-969-7148, ddudeck@myspace.com, or Tracy
Akselrud, +1-310-969-2813, takselrud@myspace.com, both of MySpace; or Amber
Harrison, +1-650-261-3305, Amber@Zazzle.com, or Karen DeMarco,
+1-310-850-5959, Karen@Zazzle.com, both of Zazzle

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

KRS ONE LAUNCHES STOP THE VIOLENCE MOVEMENT 2007

We are in a state of emergency—school shootings, nooses being hung from trees, domestic violence, gang violence, police brutality and war. In the midst of mass turmoil the Hip Hop community cannot afford to stand still. As Rick Ross has said, "it's time for us to be leaders and not followers." We must use our influence to raise awareness, heal and move toward truth and solutions. We are going to make a change. We are going to build a brighter future. Be part of it. Apathy is no longer an option. Let's stop the violence.

Peace,

KRS-ONE

Approaching the 20 year anniversary of the original Stop The Violence Movement, KRS One, The Teacha is re-launching this effort.

Yesterday...

In 1989, KRS-ONE developed an all-star project that became the legendary Hip Hop peace anthem, "Self-Destruction". The recording denounced Black-on-Black violence and united the most popular Hip Hop artists of that era.

Today...

This new campaign consists of public service announcements (PSAs) from various rappers enlisting the youth and greater community at large to "Stop the Violence." Some include Lil' Wayne, Ludacris, Chingy, Rick Ross, Cassidy, Channel Live, Doug E Fresh, Immortal Technique, Lil' Dude, 50-Cent and Busta Rhymes .

Stop the Violence Mission...

Stop the Violence is a multi-dimensional and long-term movement that calls for the balancing of violent images in mass media. 'Stop The Violence' offers controversial and explicit artists, actors, athletes and academics the opportunity to be heard and seen from a broader perspective by involving them in conflict resolution dialogue and encouraging them address the images they put forth. We intend to elicit more depth and understanding between popular cultures' brightest stars, their fans and mass media. We will use our influence as entertainers and educators to provide a powerful and positive collective voice.

"We will have an ongoing presence with celebrity audio and visual PSAs, lectures, youth programs, a CD- soundtrack and film. A new 'Stop the Violence' Hip Hop anthem is in the works," says KRS One.

For media inquiries, contact Tambria Peeples at 404-734-3963 or send an email to ec@tambriapeeples.com.

Check out the following links to the latest article and PSA on AllHipHop.com.

Story by Roman Wolfe: http://allhiphop.com/blogs/news/archive/2007/10/18/18752346.aspx

Public Service Announcements:

Part 1: http://allhiphop.com/blogs/multimedia__music/archive/2007/10/17/18751811.aspx

Part 2: http://allhiphop.com/blogs/multimedia__music/archive/2007/10/17/18751755.aspx

U-N-I SET TO TAKE THE STAGE AT CRASH MANSION L.A.'s SOLED OUT TUESDAYS – TUES, OCT. 30TH

Thurz & Y-O Performing Live For Sneaker Heads Everywhere

October 29, 2007
Los Angeles, CA--- Inglewood emcees, Thurzday & Y-O, together as U-N-I will perform live at Crash Mansion L.A this Tuesday, October 30th for Soled Out Tuesdays. Celebrating the eclectic lifestyles influenced by music, fashion, art and trends originating from street culture, Soled Out Tuesdays will feature the duo in their element of style. Known for their raw talent, U-N-I is ready to rock the stage reppin' true kick junkies and hip-hop heads everywhere.

After packing the house at last month's Dunk Xchange, U-N-I is steadily reinventing the new sound of West Coast Hip-Hop . With 89,341 views on their music video " K.R.E.A.M." on Youtube, U-N-I is definitely solidifying their name in the Hip-Hop realm. Be on the look out for their next video " Beautiful Day", directed by Tomás Whitmore.

10PM-2AM

21+, Open Bar 10-11PM

Featuring Resident DJ Journey

Also featuring the latest in fashion from Trendy Trash and The Kings of Sneakers Custom Footwear.

CRASH MANSION L.A.

1024 S. Grand Ave.

Downtown Los Angeles

90015

Tel: 213.747.0999

www.crashmansionla.com

U-N-I is set out to bring a new sound to the game, while maintaining the true fundamentals of Hip-Hop. Unfazed and determined, U-N-I is breaking down barriers by attracting people from all different areas. It's not just an urban sound, but also suburban. U-N-I, short for "U-N-I Verse," (like You and I) is determined to unite people wherever they perform. Through their unique sound and raw talent, their message of unity gets across. From Asian, to Black and Latino, everyone is certain to vibe with them (Please contact ContraShadow PR for extended bio)

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT

Daniela Escobar/ Publicist (626) 826-1795

Shiondre Austin/ Publicist (626) 482-0005

MV2.0 and The Source Magazine "Share the Studio" Contest.featuring Swizz Beatz Music Video 2.0 and The Source Contest

New York City- October 25, 2007 -
Music Video 2.0 global music network in partnership with The Source would like to announce the 2007-2008 "Share the Studio" unsigned/indie artist contest. The contest will allow global unsigned and indie artists of any genre the opportunity to upload their videos on www.musicvideo20.com and mail in video/audio  entries to compete for first, second, and third prizes. The top prize is the once in a lifetime opportunity to fly to New York City, record and open for him at a Music Video 2.0/The Source event in New York. The winners will also be profiled in an upcoming issue of The Source and on www.thesource.com. Music Video 2.0 and The Source will be accepting entries October 19,  2007-Febuary 10, 2008 ending the first round of the competition in which a top ten will be decided amongst MV2.0 and The Source staff. These top ten artists will be placed on the MV2.0 homepage and voted on until Febuary 28, 2008. Grand prize winners wil be announced March 2, 2008. Second and Third prize winners will recieve MV2.0 and Live Mechanics Clothing packages.

Other Sponsors include: Quad Studios, Live Mechanics, and What's Next Promo Inc

This contest is just the beginning of the expansion and innovation of Music Video 2.0 working with both major and unsigned artists. The MV2.0 brand is commited to expanding its niche platform making it easier for users to find diverse global artists. Jenn Shaw, Music Video 2.0 CEO ,"The Source Magazine is the perfect partner for our "Share the Studio" Contest. The magazine understands the online medium and the strong connection that they must continue to have with their indie music fanbase".

Music Video 2.0
Jenn Shaw
CEO
jenn@musicvideo20.com

The Source Magazine
Che'Johnson
EVP Marketing
cjohnson@thesource.com

BROOKLYN STAND UP: UBIQUITA NYC SEVEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY AT BAMcafe

October 25, 2007 (New York, NY)     In the past seven years, UBIQUITA NYC (www.ubiquitanyc.com) has had highs (performing at Central Park Summerstage; cover story of Village Voice; UNYC P.S. 1 radio show) and lows (losing the original home of their long running party at Guernica,) however through it all this collective has persevered in the NYC nightlife. They kick off of the celebratory anniversary month with the Ubiquita NYC 7 Year Anniversary Party on Saturday, November 3rd, 2007 at the performance landmark, Brooklyn Academy of Music’s BAMcafe, 30 Lafayette Avenue (at corner of Ashland Avenue).

Joining the Ladies of Ubiquita (DJs REBORN, MONI & SELLY) for the performance will be critically acclaimed DJ/producer Vikter Duplaix and live percussionists. The anniversary party will be apart of BAM’s new public program, TakeoverBAM(www.takeoverbam.org), that includes art and video installations, film screenings and much more. The festivities begin at 9:00pm and tickets are $15 in advance and $20 day of event.

"Words can not describe how exciting it is for us to celebrate our anniversary at BAM in Brooklyn. It is an amazing full-circle moment that truly captures our history in this city and our on-going commitment to the - Celebration of Life, Love & Music. We are thrilled to bring it back home to a scene that gave birth to a movement," says Kim Knox- Founder, UBIQUITA NYC. November is the official month Ubiquita was created at the Lower East Side nightclub, Guernica (now known as Midway) in 2000. In addition to the Anniversary Party, UNYC will host a series of events to celebrate this month in Brooklyn and Manhattan, including a party at Midway on Thanksgiving night (Thursday, November 22).

About UBIQUITA NYC:
The centerpiece of UBIQUITA NYC are the Ladies of Ubiquita (DJs REBORN, MONI and SELLY) the only all female DJ crew on the east coast. The Ladies possess musical savvy, beauty and style and pride themselves in being the new face of DJ culture. In the past year UNYC has performed at such high profile venues/events: Gen Art, Cooper Hewitt: National Design Museum, Spiegeltent and Winter Music Conference. UNYC/The Ladies of Ubiquita have been featured on such media outlets including: WABC Eyewitness News, Flavorpill.net, DJ Times, URB, as well as the coveted cover of the Village Voice in April 2007.

About Takeover BAM:
Takeover, an unprecedented one-night-only all-night party featuring music from Antibalas, Be Your Own Pet, The Exit, Heartless Bastards, and Dirty On Purpose; films curated by the critically-acclaimed BAMcinématek including a tongue-in-cheek Lindsay Lohan Mid-Career Retrospective and the violent, edgy cult favorite Pusher Trilogy by Danish filmmaker Nicolas Winding Refn; and art installations throughout the building.

Event Information:
Ubiquita NYC 7 Year Anniversary Party @ TakeoverBAM
Saturday, November 3, 2007
9:00pm - 4:00am
BAMcafe @ Brooklyn Academy of Music, 30 Lafayette Avenue (corner of Ashland Avenue) 718.636.4100
Subway: 2, 3, 4, 5, Q, N, R, M, G, B, D, and C trains or LIRR to Atlantic Avenue station
BUS:  B25, B26, B41, B45, B52, B63, B67 all stop within three blocks of BAM.
Car: check the website for exact directions to BAMcafe, www.bam.org
Performers: UNYC-Ladies of Ubiquita (DJs REBORN, MONI and SELLY) and
Vikter Duplaix
Tickets: $15 in advance / $20 day of event. Tickets on sale at www.bam.org/tickets

For event coverage:
(in-person interviews, photo/video coverage) please reply by November 1, 2007 by 6:00pm with: Name(s), Media Outlet, Type of Media, Contact Phone/E-mail to receive your PRESS CONFIRMATION to tkgevents@yahoo.com

For listing coverage, please use the Event Information listed.
Press Contact: Kim Wilson, The Kimberly Group PR & Events, 646-721-4375 or tkgevents@yahoo.com

AMERICAN GANGSTER SOUNDTRACK ALBUM TO BE RELEASED NOVEMBER 6 BY ISLAND DEF JAM MUSIC GROUP

DRAMA STARRING OSCAR® WINNERS DENZEL WASHINGTON AND RUSSELL CROWE ARRIVES IN THEATERS ON NOVEMBER 2

New single, "Do You Feel Me" by Anthony Hamilton, composed by Diane Warren, impacts at Urban AC radio on October 1st

Album also features classic blues, R&B, soul and hip-hop from Lowell Fulson, John Lee Hooker, Bobby Womack, Sam & Dave, the Staple Singers, and Public Enemy; plus new tracks by Hank Shocklee and Marc Streitenfeld

Already on the short list as one of the most hotly anticipated films of fall 2007, Universal Pictures and Imagine Entertainment's upcoming cinematic event AMERICAN GANGSTER opens on November 2.  The film teams Oscar® winners Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe to tell the true story of criminal mastermind Frank Lucas, who came up from the streets of New York in the '70s.  It is produced by Academy Award®-winning producer Brian Grazer and directed and produced by Ridley Scott.

On Tuesday, November 6, the Island Def Jam Music Group will release the AMERICAN GANGSTER original motion picture soundtrack album.  Impacting at Urban AC radio on October 1st will be the first single and opening track, "Do You Feel Me," composed by mega-platinum Grammy-winning and Oscar®-nominated songwriter Diane Warren, and performed by six-time Grammy-nominated platinum artist Anthony Hamilton.

In addition to Hamilton, the AMERICAN GANGSTER album features classic blues, R&B, soul and hip-hop tracks from Lowell Fulson, John Lee Hooker, Bobby Womack, Sam & Dave, the Staple Singers, and Public Enemy, plus new cuts by composer Marc Streitenfeld and by DJ-turned-producer Hank Shocklee, who was extensively involved with the project.

In addition to the four original pieces that Shocklee co-wrote and produced under his own name, he also produced both new tracks by Anthony Hamilton (the single "Do You Feel Me" and "Stone Cold") as well as Public Enemy's Def Jam classic of 1991, "Can't Truss It."  As a member of the original Bomb Squad production team (with his brother Keith, Public Enemy's Chuck D, and Eric 'Vietnam' Sadler) Shocklee was at the boards for some of rap and hip-hop's greatest Def Jam releases by Public Enemy, LL Cool J, 3rd Bass, EPMD, Slick Rick, Alyson Williams, and others; as well as records by such varied names as Run-DMC, Sinéad O'Connor, Bell Biv Devoe, Peter Gabriel, Ice Cube, and Yoko Ono.

The final album track listing is:

1). Do You Feel Me (Anthony Hamilton)
2). Why Don't We Do It In The Road? (Lowell Fulson)
3). No Shoes (John Lee Hooker)
4). Across 110th Street (Bobby Womack)
5). Stone, Cold (Anthony Hamilton)
6). Hold On I'm Comin' (Sam & Dave)
7). I'll Take You There (the Staple Singers)
8). Can't Truss It (Public Enemy)
9). Checkin' Up On My Baby (Hank Shocklee)
10). Club Jam (Hank Shocklee)
11). Railroad (Hank Shocklee)
12). Nicky Barnes (Hank Shocklee)
13). Hundred Percent Pure (Marc Streitenfeld)
14). Frank Lucas (Marc Streitenfeld).

About the Film

Denzel Washington, Russell Crowe, Brian Grazer, Steven Zaillian and Ridley Scott team to tell the true juggernaut success story of a cult figure from the streets of 1970s Harlem in AMERICAN GANGSTER.  Washington stars as Frank Lucas, a courageous entrepreneur and self-made embodiment of the American Dream who comes from nowhere to rule the inner-city drug trade, and Crowe is Richie Roberts, an outcast cop zeroing in on who is outplaying all the familiar Mafia families as he closes in on this unexpected new streetwise player.

Andrew Silberstein
The Music Man Online
Online Marketing & Publicity
andrew@themmo.com

Lawyers for Family Say Witness Who Changed Story in Notorious B.I.G. Case Clearly Lied About Pay-Off Offer

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Documents filed in Federal court here today by the estate of murdered rap superstar Christopher Wallace (better known as the Notorious B.I.G.) show that convicted murderer Waymond Anderson was "committing demonstrable perjury" -- that is, clearly lying -- when he accused the Wallace family; its lead attorney, Perry R. Sanders, Jr.; and several other individuals of witness tampering in connection with their wrongful death lawsuit against the City of Los Angeles.

In a 20-plus-page motion, the Wallace estate asked for access to Anderson's phone and prison-visitation records for the last ten years, arguing that these records will reveal who and what was behind Anderson's "wholesale assault on the truth" -- and in the process "shed light" on who was responsible for Wallace's still unsolved murder.

Anderson made what the motion calls his "outrageous under-oath allegations" in an August 20, 2007, deposition in which he unexpectedly recanted previous statements he had made to Los Angeles Police Department investigators long before the Wallace estate sued the city. His prior statements implicated former LAPD officers Rafael Perez and David Mack in Wallace's murder.

Anderson also claimed in the deposition that he and a fellow inmate named Kenneth Boagni who was serving time with him at Corcoran state prison personally participated in conversations with Perry Sanders and LAPD officers Russell Poole and Ya-May Christle, in which they supposedly conspired to falsely implicate LAPD officers in the murder.

Today's filing includes certified prison records that prove none of this could possibly be true since the only time Anderson and Bogani were at Corcoran together -- and thus could have had such conversations -- was between Feb 27 and June 20, 2001. During that time period, none of the people Anderson accused of being part of the "scam" had anything to do with the Wallace case.

Indeed, as the official court record shows, there was no Wallace lawsuit during this time period and the estate had not even hired an attorney. Perry Sanders wasn't hired by the Wallace family until July 2001, and the estate's civil suit was not filed until 2002. Moreover, Officer Poole had retired in 1999 and Officer Christle didn't start working on the Wallace case until 2005.

Anderson also testified in the August 20 deposition that he witnessed Bogani and another inmate, Mario Hammonds, conspiring at Corcoran to make up stories tying Perez, Mack, and former Death Row Records CEO Suge Knight to the murder. Time-dated documents and statements attached to today's filing belie this claim, since they show that both Boagni and Hammonds gave such statements to the LAPD long before Feb 27, 2001, the earliest Anderson could have witnessed such a conspiracy.

In short, none of the individuals named by Anderson was in a position to do what he claims they did at the time he claims they did it. As the filing notes, "Although it is typically difficult to prove a negative, Anderson provided an empirical time line that allows Plaintiffs to do so."

The filing also makes a case for third-party involvement in Anderson's "wholesale" perjury. "It seems clear that Anderson's outrageous under-oath allegations about innocent people were intended to intimidate the victims of his perjury and to attempt to provide a defamation-proof vehicle for wide dissemination of lies in the media in a way so as to negatively affect public sentiment and the jury pool," the filing notes. "Anderson alone has no such obvious motive, which ... indicates third-party involvement."

And it adds: "The things Plaintiffs and Plaintiffs' counsel have had to endure in this litigation go beyond the pale of what anyone engaged in civil litigation should have to endure while availing themselves of their constitutional rights of access to a Federal Court."

Source: Perry Sanders

CONTACT: Allan Mayer or Kelly Mullens of 42West, +1-310-477-4442

Hall-of-Famer and NFL Icon Jim Brown Joins OG Nation, Inc.

LOS ANGELES, CA -- (Market Wire - Oct 29, 2007) --  OG Nation, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: OGNA) announced today that accomplished social activist, NFL Hall-of-Famer, entrepreneur, and actor Jim Brown has joined the Company as President and Chairman of the Board. He will bring his presence, integrity, and keen sense of social responsibility to this emerging beverage and lifestyle Company. His experience in numerous and diverse fields and his track record of achievements speak for themselves. For a recent interview with Jim Brown about his latest venture, visit: www.CEO-Corner.com.

A graduate of Syracuse University, Mr. Brown has had a lengthy and distinguished career as a world-class athlete, feature film actor, businessman, and outspoken social activist. After retiring from the NFL in 1966 with nine Pro Bowl appearances in nine years and numerous accolades, including three league Most Valuable Player Awards and the all-time rushing record, Mr. Brown was elected to the NFL Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility in 1971. Following his stint with the NFL, he participated in a number of highly successful business ventures, working with the Coca-Cola Company, managing the band Earth, Wind and Fire, and working as the business manager for close friend Richard Pryor. For the greater part of the last two decades he has worked tirelessly with his Amer-I-Can Foundation to address issues of social inequity, striving to provide individuals who have been socially marginalized with access to education and support to become successful in all phases of their lives.

An OG Nation spokesperson stated, "Jim Brown's stature transcends even his impressive list of accomplishments. He is a truly unique individual, and his presence lends irreplaceable credibility to our organization. His tireless efforts in effecting genuine social change are an example for all of us, and this sense of social responsibility is consistent with our stated mission of creating a more inclusive business environment. We feel strongly that this is a superb match, and we cannot express strongly enough how eagerly we look forward to a long and rewarding future with Mr. Brown at the helm of our Company."

About OG Nation, Inc.:

OG Nation, Inc. is an innovative new lifestyle company dedicated to building long-term success both through the creation of a unique and recognizable brand name, and through the integration of commercial success with social awareness. Convinced that "success" in business has long been too narrowly defined, OG Nation was founded by a group of visionary beverage industry executives who shared a common goal of leveraging the power of commerce in a way that was consistent with their desire to foster greater inclusion in the business world. Led by their President and Chairman of the Board, the well-known and accomplished Hall-of-Fame tailback, actor, entrepreneur, and social activist Jim Brown, the team of seasoned industry executives have set out to become one of the leaders in the beverage industry through developing, distributing and marketing their signature product lines. For more information, visit the Company website at: www.ognation.com.

Safe Harbor Statement:

Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth above may be forward-looking statements that involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those in the forward-looking statements. Words such as "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "expect," "intend" and similar expressions, as they relate to the Company or its management, identify forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are based on the current beliefs of management, as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to management. Actual results could differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors such as the level of business and consumer spending, the amount of sales of the Company's products, the competitive environment within the industry, the ability of the Company to continue to expand its operations, the level of costs incurred in connection with the Company's expansion efforts, economic conditions in the industry and the financial strength of the Company's customers and suppliers. The Company does not undertake any obligation to update such forward-looking statements. Investors are also directed to consider all other risks and uncertainties.

Contact:
InvestSource, Inc.
(714) 847-2460

Tracy McGraw Named Vice President of Communications for BET Networks

NEW YORK, Oct. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- BET Networks has announced that Tracy McGraw has been appointed Vice President, Communications. McGraw will report to Jeanine Liburd, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, and will be based in New York. She will be responsible for leading the network's publicity strategies and press efforts for its series, specials and tentpole events.

"Tracy's extensive communications experience and leadership skills make her a perfect addition to BET Networks," said Liburd. "Her strong background in programming publicity, as well as her media expertise and wealth of industry knowledge, will be invaluable as BET continues to expand its original programming and special events."

Prior to joining BET, McGraw held several communications positions at VH1. Most recently, she was Vice President, Communications, since 2001. In that role, she was a company spokesperson and led the press efforts for the channel's shows and specials, including Hip Hop Honors, I Love New York, Charm School, Flavor of Love and Rock Honors. Before that, McGraw was Director of Communications at VH1 from 1997 to 2001, and launched VH1's original movie franchise and spearheaded publicity efforts for each production, including bio-pics on MC Hammer, Ricky Nelson, The Monkees and Meatloaf. From 1996 to 1997, she was Manager of Communications from 1996 to 1997 and was responsible for creating and implementing strategies for series such as Behind The Music and special events including VH1/Vogue Fashion Awards.

Before joining VH1, McGraw served as a senior publicist for CBS, where she was responsible for promoting CBS' primetime series and original movies, including Cybill and Dr. Quinn Medicine Women. McGraw began her career with Lifetime Television for Women, where she served as a listings coordinator before being promoted to senior publicist.

McGraw attended the Fashion Institute of Technology where she received a degree in marketing and communications.

For up-to-the-minute and archival press information including releases and photographs, visit BET's press-only Web site at www.bet.com/pr.

About BET Networks

BET Networks, a division of Viacom Inc. (NYSE:VIA) (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 primary BET channel reaches more than 85 million households according to Nielsen Media Research, and can be seen in the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean. BET is the dominant African-American consumer brand with a diverse group of businesses extensions: BET.com, a leading internet destination for Black entertainment, music, culture, and news; 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, a service venture into the lucrative world of ringtones, games and video content for wireless devices; and BET International, an extension of BET network programming for global distribution.

Source: BET Networks

CONTACT: Jeanine Liburd, +1-212-846-7437, jeanine.liburd@bet.net, or
Bernadette Simpao, +1-212-846-6722, bernadette.simpao@bet.net, both of BET
Networks

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