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Femmixx.com Announces Queen Yonasda: God, Love & Music

Phoenix, Arizona, November 28, 2007  - "No Nation Can Rise Higher Than It's Women," is a saying that breathes truth.  Queen YoNasDa epitomizes this energy as a hip hop artist, curator, and activist. Without a doubt, there is an imbalance occurring in hip hop where female emcees have been silenced.   Her strong presence is bringing femcees with a message back to the forefront of music as the days of Queen Latifah and Lauryn Hill with a modern twist.  Her musical style encompasses an eclectic mix of wisdom, grooves, catchy hooks, and is sure to reach the masses.

"I'm not here to beat people in the head with a sermon, I'm here to tell the truth," she eludes. This lyrical queen has completed her debut album, "God.Love and Music" featuring Cappadonna, Dr. Ben Chavis Muhammad, Keith Murray, M-Eighty and others with production by Cookin Soul, New York West, CR Productions, K-Boog and others. She speaks and performs across the United States promoting unity, education and respect for all cultures.  With roots reaching back to Native American tradition and the Nation of Islam, where her mother, a Lakota (Sioux) and her father, a hustler and fine artist hailing from Brooklyn, this queen knows the blues all to well, but never let it dampen her spirits.

The two met in 1975 during the time in which her mother worked as a public relations director for Muhammad Ali.  Shortly afterwards the two united in marriage and YoNasDa's mother, Oglala-Lakota participated in "The Longest Walk," which took place in protest to anti-Indian legislation.  The 3,000-mile trek began at San Francisco Bay's Alcatraz Island and culminated on White House grounds.  YoNasDa was conceived there in Washington, D.C, April 1978.  She was one of only two children born during this historic journey, which was a place that would later become for her a Mecca of sorts. 

Due to her father's hustling, it led to his imprisonment along with an aiding and abetting charge for her mother, who served time in a Fort Worth, Texas, prison.   During this time Minister Louis Farrakhan stepped in, moved YoNasDa and her brother to Chicago, adopting them into his family. "Without Minister Farrakhan or grandpa as I call him and the whole Farrakhan family, my brother and I would've been caught up in the foster care system. I can't even imagine the woman I would have been if it wasn't for the Farrakhan family.  God is beautiful in his design," she reflects so candidly.

As a young child YoNasDa stood by her mother and grandfather's side speaking to the hip hop nation.  She remembered when he uttered "one of a rapper's songs is equivalent to five of his speeches."  As an emcee, YoNasDa is living proof.  She takes her responsibility seriously by using her music as a mouth piece to educate and uplift young people.  As a mother, she sees what music can do and understands the power of the spoken word.  YoNasDa has a mission and is going full throttle.  She is the national director for the Indigenous Nations Alliance.  This truth-teller is a published writer who has a weekly column in the Final Call Newspaper and is now bringing her artistry to the world.  To YoNasDa, "Queen" is not just a word, it is her calling and she's rising to the occasion.

Visit Yonasda at www.myspace.com/queenyonasda

Media Inquiries
Tachelle "Shamash" Wilkes
Femmixx.com/Founder 
tachelle@femmixx.com

Seminal producer/artist Hi-Tek preps 'Hi-Teknology 3' for December 11th release.

Album will highlight upcoming artists along with Talib Kweli, Ghostface, Raekwon, Young Buck, Little Brother and more

New York, NY Tuesday November 27th 2007

Revered by the Hip-Hop industry and music lovers throughout the world, Hi-Tek the production mastermind responsible for hits from the likes of 50 Cent, Common, Snoop Dogg, Lloyd Banks and more is poised to unveil another classic with December 11th's Hi-Teknology 3 on Babygrande Records.

It's only been a year since Hi-Teknology 2 garnered universal critical raves, having been dubbed one of 2006's beast releases; but its creator thinks Vol. 3 could raise the bar even further. "My intent is always to give my fans good music first and foremost. I do think this is one of the best albums I ever did," says the Cincinnati based producer who helped shape the mid-nineties Hip-Hop landscape through his work with Talib Kweli and Mos Def. "I always want to improve," Hi-Tek stresses. "In my mind, if I like what I am working on and I think it is better, that's what counts, but if the fans like it, then that is what makes it perfect."

Babygrande, which boasts an extensive roster of today's most promising independent talent, are no less enthused in their sentiments.  "Hi-Teknology 3 is a reflection of Hi-Tek's continual relevance and growth as an artist/producer and once again he demonstrates why he is one of the most well rounded and highly regarded talents in the game" explains Jesse Stone, VP/GM.

Hi-Tek is never one to disappoint with his choice of collaborators and Hi-Teknology 3 is a further testament to this fact. On this album he calls on artists from all corners of the country, Talib Kweli, Ghostface, Raekwon (of the Wu-Tang Clan), to Kurupt, Young Buck, Outlawz and Little Brother and more.

Hi-Teknology 3 however, specifically reflects Tek's desire to shine the light on burgeoning wordsmiths. Having always strived to encourage and maintain a balance between established and developing talent, it is with this album that Hi-Tek most explicitly welcomes a new generation of hand selected artists worthy of his sonic stamp.

"I wanted to go back to the original blueprint of working with up and coming artists,"he states, when quizzed on the motivation behind appearances from the likes of Estelle, Riz, Dion, Push! Montana and many more.

Hi-Tek has also made some changes to his supporting cast, having linked with one of Hip-Hop's most illustrious managers, Sha Money XL, Tek was signed to his Money Management Group and D Prosper Music without any hesitation. "I have been a fan of Tek's music for a long time; his sound is one of a kind. When I heard he wasn't happy with his former manager I stepped in to help catapult him to the forefront, helping him form the brand that he is. Hi-Tek belongs up there with the best of them and with his new album, placements on some major name projects, including Dr. Dre's, his peak has yet to come. But it is on its way," affirmed Sha Money XL

Just as he molded the sound of mid-nineties Hip-Hop, Tek introduces the next generation of Hip-Hop talent with Hi-Teknology 3. With a slew of multi-platinum production credits to his name, the support of one of the biggest Hip-Hop labels and an aggressive and established marketing team in his corner, Hi-Tek looks to be hitting his stride.

www.hi-teknology.com
www.crackspace.com/hi-tek
www.babygrande.com

Track Listing:

1.) "Tek intro"
2.) Life To Me" feat. Estelle
3.) "Interlude" feat. Lil' Tone
4.) "My Piano" feat. Ghostface Killah, Raekwon & Dion
5.) "God's Plan" feat. Young Buck & Outlawz
6.) "Ohio All Stars" feat. Cross, Showtime, Mann & Chip The Rippa
7.) "Back on the Grind" feat. Riz, Kurupt & Dion
8.) "I'm Back" feat. Rem Dog
9.) "Kill You" feat. Push Montana
10.) "Handling My Bizness" feat. Lep, Count (from Low End Professional), Big D' & M-1 (of Dead Prez)
11.) "Come Get It (Tekrumentals)"
12.) "Step Ya Game Up Remix" feat. Dion & Little Brother
13.) "Know Me" feat. Jonell
14.) "Time" feat. Talib Kweli & Dion
15) "Outro"

For further information on Hi-Tek or to request an interview, please contact Melanie at CriticalMMG@gmail.com

DJ GQ and Myspace Latino Team Up

The official release party for DJ GQ's " Let' Em Know Volume 20" to be held at Art Bar and sponsored by Myspace Latino.

Miami, Florida US – November 29, 2007 – On December 8th 2007, Myspace Latino will join forces with rising star, DJ GQ for the official release party of his latest mixtape, "Let' Em Know- Volume 20". Myspace Latino and DJ GQ have chosen to have this event at downtown Fort Lauderdale host spot, Art Bar, where DJ GQ has a Saturday night residency. With buzz starting to surface on DJ GQ's upcoming album, "Let' Em Know- The Album", this new installment of his mixtape series hosted by DMX is a precursor of who to look forward to on the album. Invited friends and guests of this celebrated night include: Trina, Mr. Vegas, Kevin Lyttle, DMX, Pitbull, Junior Reid and N.O.R.E. to name a few.

"GQ is taking the club scene by storm, so when his album drops this will really impact the music industry and nightlife scene. GQ let'em know! "- Josh Karp, Art Bar

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Event: DJ GQ Presents "Let' Em Know –Volume 20  Official Release Party"- Sponsored by Myspace Latino

Location: Art Bar, 300 NW 1st Avenue, Downtown Fort Lauderdale

Date: Saturday, December 8th 2007

Time: 11:00 PM
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About DJ GQ:

DJ GQ is one of the first DJs to pioneers the infectious blends of Reggae and Hip Hop. From being a sponsored DJ since the age of 14, DJ GQ has gone on to be the official DJ for Kevin Lyttle, Pee Wee Kirkland, Mr. Cheeks, Akon, Mr. Vegas, and more. Praises for his over 300k distributed "GQ" mixtapes have graced publications such as USA Today, OkayPlayer.com, The New Times and The Source Magazine. With all the titles mentioned, he still manages to be the "King of Clubz" with local DJ residencies several days out of the week, not including DJ spot dates around the world for clients such as Myspace.com, NASDAQ and the DUB Custom Car Shows. Currently he is completing, "Let 'Em Know- The Album", which is due to be released worldwide in spring 2008.

More Info:     Http://www.myspace.com/djgq
                      Http://www.djgq.com

Media Contacts
Dennis Paredes
Public Wizard, INC.
786.277.7367
DParedes@PublicWizardInc.com

Nicolay Announces First Release on Newly Launched Label, NICOLAY MUSIC

TIME:LINE, Concept Album by Nicolay & Kay to Drop in Early February

(November 29, 2007, Brooklyn, NY) Born and raised in the Netherlands, critically acclaimed producer Nicolay has launched his own label, NICOLAY MUSIC, in partnership with Premium Blend Music Productions (GmbH). The first album release will be TIME:LINE, a concept album by Nicolay & Kay.

The launch of NICOLAY MUSIC echoes the sentiment that the future of the music business lies in establishing and maintaining a direct artist-fan relationship. Explains Nicolay, "Independently releasing music through my own label enables me to eliminate the middle man and speak directly to my fans all while maintaining full control over my projects." In addition to the label launch, Nicolay has finished setting up a recording studio in Wilmington, North Carolina, where he now resides.

The first release for the label will be TIME:LINE, by Nicolay & Kay. Nicolay is best known as the producing half of the Foreign Exchange (the other half being Phonte Coleman of Little Brother), whose debut album Connected (BBE; 2004) made a huge impact on the underground hip hop and soul scene. Kay Jackson is a mainstay of the Houston underground scene who has worked with Ali Shaheed Muhammad, A Tribe Called Quest, Oh No, and SA-RA. The concept behind TIME:LINE is the cycle of life. Lyrically and musically the album evolves from birth to death to rebirth over the course of 12 tracks.

Tracklisting:
01 TIME:LINE
02 BLIZZARD featuring TOBY HILL of SOULFRUIT
03 THE LIGHTS featuring MYTH S1 of STRANGE FRUIT PROJECT and NICOLE HURST
04 THROUGH THE WIND featuring STOKLEY WILLIAMS of MINT CONDITION
05 WHAT WE LIVE
06 IVE SEEN RIVERS
07 TIGHT EYES featuring OH NO and THE LUV BUGZ
08 AS THE WHEEL TURNS
09 THE GUNSHOT featuring CHIP FU
10 GRAND THEFT AUTO
11 WHEN YOU DIE
12 DANCING WITH THE STARS featuring SOULFRUIT

Both the CD and gatefold 2LP version of TIME:LINE will be available in stores February 1st in Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, and February 12th in the US. A special Japan edition is schedule for early spring. Instrumentals will be available separately. Digital versions will also be available and the iTunes version includes the exclusive bonus track "It Takes Time." Anticipation for the album is already high: the first pressing of the 12" for the first single, "Tight Eyes", sold out in four days.

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Nicolay & Kay - TIME:LINE Sampler

01 TIME:LINE (snippet)

02 Blizzard feat. Toby Hill (snippet)

03 Grand Theft Auto (snippet)

04 Tight Eyes feat. Oh No and The Luv Bugz (snippet)

05 The Lights feat. Myth & S1 and Nicole Hurst (snippet)

06 Through The Wind feat. Stokley Williams (snippet)

07 The Gunshot feat. Chip Fu (snippet)

http://www.audibletreats.com/download/Nicolay/Nicolay_and_Kay-TIMELINE_Sampler.mp3

Bio, pictures, and streams available here:
http://www.audibletreats.com/download/Nicolay/

Nicolay's MySpace page:
http://www.myspace.com/nicolay

Kay's MySpace page:
http://www.myspace.com/kayofthefoundation

Nicolay's imeem page:
http://nicolay.imeem.com/

Nicolay's Official Site:
http://www.nicolaymusic.com/

Please contact Michelle if interested in talking with Nicolay & Kay.

Michelle McDevitt - michelle@audibletreats.com

Flo Rida Continues His Ride at #1 on iTunes With "Low"

Florida-Based Rapper Soars Into Top 10 on Hot 100; Debut Album, "MAIL ON SUNDAY," Expected February 2008

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - November 29, 2007) - Poe Boy Entertainment/Atlantic recording artist Flo Rida has scored big again this week at iTunes. The Florida-based rapper debuted at #1 three weeks ago with his single, "Low (Feat. T-Pain)," selling over 120,000 digital downloads in just its first week available. "Low" has remained the #1 single at iTunes now for three consecutive weeks. The track has soared into the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart as well, landing at #4, and comes in at #2 on the SoundScan Digital Song chart for its second week in a row. Flo Rida also leaps into the top 5 on the Billboard "Hot RingMasters" chart, with the ringtone for "Low" ranking at #3 this week.

Flo Rida is quickly marking himself as one of the hottest new voices in hip-hop. The Carol City, FL native has announced plans to release his major label debut album, "MAIL ON SUNDAY," in February of 2008. The album sees Flo Rida joined not only by T-Pain but other major-league guests including Rick Ross and Trey Songz, with production from an incredible line-up including The Runners, JR Rotem, and Atlanta's DJ Montay, who produced "Low."

At Rhythmic radio, "Low" is currently locked inside the Top 5 and was the #1 greatest gainer for the third consecutive week. Its one-week increase was up 806 spins, one of the largest spin gains of 2007. At Top 40 radio, "Low" has had yet another mammoth week, jumping to #23 with a bullet. The track is currently in full-time rotation at both Pop and Rhythmic formats in every major market in the country, and countless stations are reporting that "Low" is their #1 most-requested song.

The new companion video for "Low" is blowing up at MTV, where it has already been added to rotation at MTV, MTV2, MTV Hits, and MTV Jams, as well as at BET. Last week, MTV's "TRL" and BET's "106 & Park" premiered the video, in addition to other recent premieres on MTV2's "Sucker Free" and BET's "Rap City."

On MySpace, Flo Rida comes in at #3 on the Top Indie Artists ranking and at YouTube, his channel has received more than one million views to date.

In other news, "Low" will be prominently featured in the upcoming motion picture "Step Up 2 The Streets," which hits theatres February 14th, as well as in its accompanying soundtrack, which will also be released by Atlantic Records.

Flo Rida can currently be heard on Poe Boy labelmate Rick Ross' new single, "Street Money." Both rappers just shot the song's music video in Miami. Flo Rida was also recently featured on fellow-Floridian DJ Khaled's current album, "We The Best," on the track "B***h I'm From Dade County." In addition, Flo Rida's "Radio" will appear on EA Game's NFL Tour 2008, which hits stores in January.

For more information, visit www.officialflo.com, www.myspace.com/officialflo, and www.youtube.com/officialflo.

CONTACT:
Catharine McNelly
212-707-3069
catharine.mcnelly@atlanticrecords.com

Melissa Sessoms
305-772-6825
sessomspr@gmail.com

Digital Media Wire and Rogers MusicStore CANADIAN MUSIC WEEK Join Forces to Bring Millennials Conference to Canada

Elite Group of Entertainment Executives and Consumer Marketers to Converge in Toronto to Focus on Connecting with Tweens, Teens & Gen Y!
This is the first generation to grow up immersed in networked digital media, which represents both a significant change and challenge for marketers

Los Angeles, CA (Billboard Publicity Wire) November 29, 2007 -- Digital Media Wire, the leading digital entertainment publisher and events company, and Rogers MusicStore CANADIAN MUSIC WEEK, Canada's leading annual entertainment event dedicated to the expression and growth of the country's music, media and entertainment industries, today announced a partnership to host Millennials Toronto, a youth-focused media conference at the Fairmont Royal York in Toronto on Wednesday, March 5, 2008.

"Rogers MusicStore CANADIAN MUSIC WEEK is one of the most respected music and media events in the world. Having established Digital Media Wire as a leading brand and becoming a trusted authority in the U.S. among entertainment, media and technology executives, we are continually looking for opportunities to grow both in the U. S. as well as internationally. Millennials Toronto is our first event abroad and the fact that CMW has chosen to partner with DMW is yet another example of our growing network of premier industry partners," said Ned Sherman, CEO and publisher, Digital Media Wire.

The one-day event brings together leading entertainment, media and technology executives and consumer marketers to focus on how to connect with the much sought after Millennial Generation (those born between 1978 and 2000), which will outnumber both Baby Boomers and Gen-Xers by 2010 to become the most significant consumer sector for the media and entertainment industries.

The conference tackles the most important questions facing content creators and consumer marketers today: How do content owners and marketers reach this highly elusive demographic of consumers? Which brands get it and which don't? How are Millennials spending their time off and online, in social communities and with their mobile devices? How can understanding how Millennials interact with and value music, games, video, marketing messages and self expression help to shape new business strategies for entertainment businesses? How to design products and services that will enhance and empower the lifestyle of Millennials and build brand loyalty? How do you monetize new viral economies like MySpace, Facebook, Second Life & YouTube? What new business models are emerging for user-generated content, games and other interactive forms of entertainment?

"This is the first generation to grow up immersed in networked digital media, which represents both a significant change and challenge for marketers," said Neill Dixon, Rogers MusicStore CANADIAN MUSIC WEEK President. "We are very pleased to be producing this conference in conjunction with Digital Media Wire to address a need in the marketplace for direction on how to connect with the consumer mindset of this generation."

Decision-makers from record labels, television studios, technology companies, wireless companies, gaming companies, advertising firms, attorneys, marketing companies, research companies and payment companies are participating in the event.

As an exclusive benefit to conference participants, attendees will receive the second edition of Millennials & The Digital Entertainment Age: A Sourcebook for Consumer Marketers with a series of insightful articles providing practical information, case studies and strategic advice for consumer marketers focused on this generation.

Event sponsors and media partners include Passalong Networks, VictorHouse Films, SurveyU, 12 to 20, Mobile Youth, New York-Tokyo, Parks Associates, and NVPR.

For complete agenda, registration and event details please visit:
http://www.millennialsconference.com/canada or www.cmw.net
Please add this information to your listings. We are presently confirming interviews.

About Digital Media Wire, Inc:
Digital Media Wire is a leading events, news, and publishing company serving the digital entertainment & media industry since May 2000. Digital Media Wire produces executive forums featuring the leading executives in digital media and entertainment. Digital Media Wire also publishes an authoritative daily email newsletter and industry directory. For more information, please visit: www.digitalmediawire.com.

Rogers MusicStore CANADIAN MUSIC WEEK is Canada's leading annual entertainment event dedicated to the expression and growth of the country's music, media and entertainment industries. Combining two information-intensive conferences; a cutting edge trade exposition; five awards shows and the nation's largest New Music Festival, Rogers MusicStore CMW spans a four-day period from March 5 to March 8, 2008 at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel and various downtown Toronto venues, attracting participants from across the globe. For more information, visit www.cmw.net.

For Rogers MusicStore CMW, please contact:
Planet3 Communications - Sarah Etherden/Joanne Smale
T: 647.346.4101

For Digital Media Wire, please contact:
NVPR - Hal Bringman
T: 323-851-6877
Digital Media Wire, Inc. - Ellen Gildersleeve
T: 310-855-0033

DrJays.com introduces model search contest, "Fresh Faces of Spring 2008".

NEW YORK, Nov. 26 /PRNewswire/ -- DrJays.com, the leading online retailer of street fashion and DJ Networks' flagship website, introduces their inaugural model search contest, Fresh Faces of Spring 2008. Participants upload their 30-second video entry onto the site, which is then viewed by an audience of approximately 1.7 million unique visitors per month. Two winners – one male, one female – will be flown to New York City in January 2008 to shoot the DrJays.com Spring 2008 fashion campaign, with additional major prizes. Entries close January 9, 2008; winners will be announced 14 days after.

"Fresh Faces of Spring was created in response to the overwhelming feedback we receive from our customers, who contact us daily looking for the chance to appear on the site," says Simone Kapsalides, DrJays.com's Content Manager. "Instead of booking professional models for our Spring 2008 campaign, we're giving two winners the chance to come to New York and star in a photo shoot for the leading online retailer of street fashion."

"DrJays.com is partnering with Brightcove, the leading Internet TV service, as one of the first launches utilizing Brightcove's Private Label Consumer Media functionality," says Doug Stradley, Brightcove's Business Development Manager. "This will allow DrJays.com consumers to upload videos to the site and compete for the chance to star in their next fashion campaign."

About DJ Networks

DJ Networks is a multiplatform business that seamlessly integrates activities into what is essentially a platform for online living. Headquartered in New York City, DJ Networks owns and operates DrJays.com, the premier shopping site for street fashion, upscale style destination DJPremium.com, online solutions provider DJ Agency and upcoming social networking site, StreetStyle.com.

About Brightcove

Brightcove is an Internet TV service that empowers video producers and programmers to build broadband businesses while giving viewers more choices and control over their use of video and television. Founded by Internet pioneer Jeremy Allaire in 2004 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Brightcove is the market-leading Internet video partner for international news and entertainment businesses, including CBS Corporation, Discovery Communications Inc., Dow Jones & Company, Inc., Fox Entertainment Group, MTV Networks, The New York Times Company, Reuters, Sony BMG Music Entertainment, Time Life, Warner Music Group, and Washington Post.

SOURCE: DJ Networks

CONTACT: Simone "Boss Lady" Kapsalides, Content Manager, +1 212 334 7999 ext 220 or bosslady@drjays.com.

WEBSITE: http://www.drjays.com

KIDZ IN THE HALL INK DEAL WITH DUCK DOWN RECORDS

GROUP'S SOPHOMORE LP, THE IN CROWD, TO BE RELEASED IN MARCH 2008

Duck Down Records, in an effort to continue to expand its roster, is proud to announce the signing of Kidz In The Hall.  Double-0, the Producer/DJ and Naledge, the Lyricist/MC, Kidz In The Hall are looking to become one of hip-hop's most admired acts, destined to leave a legacy of artistic brilliance and after recently finishing their latest mixtape, "Detention," and tour dates with Redman and their forthcoming sophomore LP, "The In Crowd," they are well on their way to doing so.

Kidz In The Hall were previously signed to Rawkus Records and released their debut, "School Was My Hustle," on the imprint, but felt Duck Down Records would be the home that could help propel them to the next level and as Matty Marcus (founder of Major League Entertainment) asserts it's a win win for all parties and a unique joint venture between Duck Down and Major League entertainment as both companies will be intimately involved in all aspects of marketing and promotion "the Major League team could not be more excited to partner with Duck Down Records for the next Kidz in the Hall album (entitled "The In Crowd").  The loyalty the label has shown to their roster over the years was a definite selling point and Dru Ha and the Duck Down team are the perfect partners to elevate the Kidz In The Hall brand to the next level. This new exciting partnership is a welcomed change and a breath of fresh air for our entire team."   

Kidz In The Hall group members Naledge and Double-O are equally excited about the union as Double-O adds "I think that this deal is an excellent opportunity to spread our wings.  Duck Down Records has proven that they can successfully promote independent acts on a major scale and their enthusiasm in our music let's us know that they are 100% behind making the Kidz In The Hall movement successful."

Kidz in the Hall's upcoming sophomore LP "The In Crowd" is set for release in March 2008 on Major League/Duck Down Records and the group will be available for interviews immediately.

Click here for more info and a FREE Download of Kidz In The Hall's latest Mixtape "Detention" mixed by: Mick Boogie! Note: The free download will only be available for three days at: http://www.duckdown.com/kidzinthehall/

Also included is a video link/teaser for Kidz In The Hall's forthcoming single "Driving Down The Block": http://www.zshare.net/download/52088646716ada/

Press Contact:

Matt Conaway@                   Movement Marketing

Business #:                          410-903-7568

E-Mail:                                   Matthewbrn@aol.com

AOL IM:                                Matthewbrn

Christian Audigier Presents The Grand Opening of his Newest Ed Hardy Store in Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA (November 28th 2007)- "Godfather of Street Chic" Christian Audigier presents the Grand Opening of his newest flagship store December 1st in Los Angeles at the cities largest premier, unique, and trendsetting shopping destination, the "landmark" Beverly Center.

The Event will be hosted by the designer and owner Christian Audigier himself, with two very special guests, the rappers Lil Wayne and Baby a.k.a. Birdman of the renowned Cash Money Millionaires of Cash Money Records. Special guest DJ Jahi Sundance will be on hand spinning a mix of house, hip hop, and rock and roll, in true Christian Audigier attitude. Nine of Los Angeles' top models, styled by French born Angelique Mas, Christian's creative director and head fashion stylist, will represent Audigier's three famed brands, Ed Hardy®, Christian Audigier™, and SMET™. Christian's new web-based magazine, www.CALIVETV.com, will be in house covering the event, in addition to 944 Magazine, and Wire Image.

The new Ed Hardy store is located in the Beverly Center, at 8500 Beverly Blvd; Suite 675 Los Angeles, CA 90048. The grand opening begins at 3:00pm, and concludes at 9:00pm.

Food and drink specials provided by Ed Hardy Energy Drinks and Ed Hardy Structured Water, along with The Wave Restaurant, the acclaimed Beverly Center Las Vegas style lounge. Adam Saaks, internationally recognized couture stylist, and garment artist, will produce intricate T-Shirt designs custom cut to the body of party guests on request. Surprise giveaways, red carpet, and celebrity guests included throughout the evening.

Christian Audigier is the owner of the lifestyle brands Ed Hardy®, Christian Audigier™, and Smet™. In 2004 he left Von Dutch to start a new line. Ed Hardy was born and the other two brands followed, each one selling more quickly than then the last. When asked what's next, Christian often states that he'd like to design a hotel! With eleven new stores on the way before March 2008, and distribution all over the world, that could very well be.

For further information about Christian Audigier or Christian Audigier, Ed hardy and Smet bands, please contact:

Carol Leffler, Executive Assistant to Christian Audigier
Nervous Tattoo, Inc dba Ed Hardy
8680 Hayden Place Tel: (323) 785 4460
Culver City, Ca 90232 Cell: (323) 6302962
carol@donedhardy.com Fax: (310) 945 4610

MONDAY NIGHT FIGHT KLUB KICKS OFF NEW SEASON OF HIP HOP BATTLE COMPETITIONS

Fight Klub Opens New State-Of-The-Art Recording Studios

Launches "FK Anthem" Contest featuring track produced by DJ Green Lantern

New York, NY (November 27, 2007) – The Monday Night Fight Klub, hip hop's most revered underground battle competition, is gearing up for a new season. The Monday Night Fight Klub's creators and host International P are currently looking to find the hottest up & coming emcees to participate in their world famous battles. Ambitious hip hop emcees around the country looking to catch a break can upload their videos and mp3s at www.thefightklub.com or via the customized YouTube link at www.youtube.com/fktour2007 to enter the "60 Second Assassin" contest for a chance to become one of the contestants at a Monday Night Fight Klub battle event in New York City. Each battle competition will be taped for television to air at a later time.

For those aspiring hip hop emcees who are not "battle rappers" but have incredible lyrical flow and songwriting skills, Monday Night Fight Klub has recently launched the "FK Anthem" contest in partnership with Music Nation. After the success of Season 1, the Monday Night Fight Klub principals have decided to create another "FK Anthem" as the official opening and closing song for Season 2 of Fight Klub. Through Music Nation, an artist development company and online music community, users will be linked directly to contest page via www.thefightklub.com where they will be able to download an original track produced by the famed DJ Green Lantern, create a song and then upload the finished MP3 for contest submission. The public, Executive Nick of Monday Night Fight Klub, and DJ Green Lantern will judge entries each week, with the winner being announced in mid-December.  The winning artist will not only have their song as the official FK Anthem for all of Season 2, but also receive a signature mixtape created by DJ Green Lantern himself.

Monday Night Fight Klub's bi-weekly events have become so popular that it's widely known as a training ground and A&R showcase for aspiring rappers looking for a break in the music industry. The Monday Night Fight Klub garnered mass attention releasing a Volume 1 DVD in 2005 and a show on MTV2, which aired the first season of the battle competitions. Monday Night Fight Klub has also received praise from artists, labels and executives in the music industry including Jay-Z, Russell Simmons, Kevin Liles, Swizz Beatz, Young Jeezy and Juelz Santana, among many others. In fact, artists such as Remy Ma, Jin, 40 Cal and Serious Jones have gone through Monday Night Fight Klub to showcase their lyrical talents before they landed recording contracts.

Monday Night Fight Klub has also just opened their new full service, state of the art recording studios. The new 5,000 square foot facility is located in the heart of Manhattan and is equipped with two recording rooms, and a spacious lounge on site. The studio A features an SSL 4000 G+ and studio B is equipped with a Pro control 24 mixing board, SSL EQ and compressor, and Digidesign Hd3 Accel Protools System for tracking, editing, mixing and mastering on site. Taking the place of legendary studios like D&D and Unique Studios, the Fight Klub Studios will be utilized and booked with both signed and unsigned artists (including MNFK emcees) looking to make a hit record.

To view the trailer and a narrated clip of a show taping, please click on http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=1545262231

ABOUT MONDAY NIGHT FIGHT KLUB

In 2004, The Monday Night Fight Klub started as a sole purpose of reviving the roots of authentic Hip-Hop music while discovering the hottest MCs regionally and worldwide by giving rising Hip Hop artists a credible platform to prove their lyrical skills. Since then The Monday Night Fight Klub has exploded onto the music scene and has become one of the most important grass roots Hip Hop movements to arise from the rap game in over a decade. As a result, these battles have been witnessed, judged and highly publicized by the biggest names in the Hip Hop world. The bi-weekly event is hosted by International P and is the only event that provides and equal opportunity for both signed and unsigned artists to create a music industry and street buzz without spending enormous amounts of marketing dollars.

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Audrey Diaz, Director of Marketing/ Specialized Markets & Media
Wiredset *
425 West 13th Street Suite 504 * NY NY 10014
tel: 212.242.3400  *  fax: 212.242.3464    * 
W3: wiredset.com   *  e: audrey@wiredset.com   *  aim: audreyd74
http://www.linkedin.com/in/adiaz

YoungFlame of Wreckhouse Entertainment places first in SRC/Universal sponsored industry 'Faces In The Crowd' Showcase

With a balanced combination of energy, musical diversity, stage presence and a passion for music, YoungFlame of Wreckhouse Entertainment, took home the Hip Hop prize package by placing 1st in the SRC/ Universal sponsored industry showcase entitled 'Faces In The Crowd'. This showcase has helped 4 artists get major record deals including Island Def Jam recording artist, Chrisette Michele (who was featured on both Jay Z and Nas singles, as well as dropped her debut album entitled 'I Am' mid 2007) and Lanz, a female emcee currently signed to Interscope records and on tour with Snoop Dogg. Entertaining the venue with songs like 'Bop' and "God Forbid', YoungFlame has his finger on the pulse of today's hip hop audience while still paying homage to those who paved the way. " When I heard I was going to perform for Faces In The Crowd Competition,I wasn't thinking about the prizes nor, winning" says YoungFlame " I was just focusing more on doing my thing, and trying to make the crowd throw the energy I was throwing at them, back at me."

Youngflame has been featured on several mixtapes from Wreckhouse Entertainment (Welcome to Wreckhouse Vol 1 and 2) as well as Remy Ma's DJ Bedtyme357's 'Industry Gotta Problem' Vol 1 and has also had his music played on Hate Money Radio on 1.FM, Royal radio 106.3 FM and Real Deal FM 94.3. Youngflame has also performed at several NYC hot spots including Remote Lounge, Bowery Poetry Club, Snitch, Sugar Bar as well as Harry S Truman, Lehman and 5 Towns College.

Check out the exclusive YoungFlame Interview and Listen to 'Bop' on Hoodgrownonline.com
http://www.hoodgrownonline.com/online/?p=455

For Press Inquiries, Mixtapes, Drops
istandardpublicity@gmail.com

For more info, music and calender on YoungFlame
www.myspace.com/youngflizzle
www.sonicbids.com/youngflizzle
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iStandard Publicity
iStandardpublicity@gmail.com
646.358.0548
www.iStandardPublicity.com (Coming Soon)

EXCLUSIVE DOLLA VIDEO

Atlanta, GA November 27, 2007 From the club to the living room, Dolla's first single off his forthcoming album 'A Dollar and A Dream,' Who The **** Is That directed by Kia Crawford, debuts on www.MTV.com today.

Who The **** Is That is produced by DJ Montay of Oomp Camp Records and features T- Pain and Tay Dizm. This definite club banger reflects the night life of the Dirty South with a feature by label mate T- Pain, also cameos by Baby- D, DJ Unk, DJ Infamous, Mr. Konvict himself Akon, and many more.

ABOUT DOLLA:

Dolla is a The Gang/ Konvict Muzik/ Jive recording artist. He began his career at the age of 12 with pre teen group, Da Razkalz Cru. Moving forward, he ventured out as a ghostwriter, soon adding titles: artists and CEO to his résumé. He is Co Owner of The Gang with business partner Damian "T Money" Jackson.

Check your local listing of The Dirty Awards to see Dolla's performance of his hit single "Who The **** Is That" featuring T-Pain.

Click here to view "Who The **** Is That" featuring T-Pain and Tay Dizm http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?id=1518071&vid=191453

To book Dolla contact 310.717.9909  www.myspace.com/dollagangmusic

For more information contact:

OSO Imaging
Rémy Reveyoso
Chief Publicist
615.310.0367
osoimaging@gmail.com

SLIP N SLIDE RECORDS IN ASSOCIATION WITH FLASH ENERGY DRINK PRESENT THE 3RD ANNUAL FLORIDA ENTERTAINMENT SUMMIT

5X GRAMMY AWARDS WINNER JOHN LEGEND, BIGGA RANKIN, DJ KHALED, RICK ROSS, RED RAT AND MIDGET MAC ALL SET TO HOST SUMMIT EVENTS

MIAMI, FLORIDA (NOV. 28, 2007) The 3rd Annual Florida Entertainment Summit will convene November 29th – December 2nd, 2007, in beautiful Miami , Florida .  Each year this highly-anticipated industry event features a stellar list of events that allows entertainment industry professionals and hopefuls multiple opportunities to educate themselves on current trends and network, while supporting vital community initiatives.

The Florida Entertainment Summit kicks off Thursday, November 29th  with an advance screening of Yari Film Group's, The Perfect Holiday starring Gabrielle Union, Morris Chestnut, Queen Latifah and more.  Later that night, it's going down at the official kick off party hosted by three time Grammy Award winner John Legend and model Christine Teigen.  Then, on Friday, November 30th the panel discussions at the historic Lyric Theatre, with knowledgeable and well-connected industry insiders, will provide numerous opportunities for guests to arm themselves with the tools needed to be successful in the world of entertainment.  Topics for the panel discussions include "Marketing, Endorsements, Cross Promoting, Publicity and Branding" and the importance of "Street Credibility & Online Credibility."   There will also be special networking sessions for members of the media as well as film and television industry hopefuls.  Aspiring artists will have the opportunity to display their talents for industry executives at an artist showcase.  This weekend even includes events featuring Slip N Slide Streets President Bigga Rankin, Midget Mac from "I Love New York 2", Hip Hop artist Rick Ross, international recording artist Red Rat, DJ Khaled and a host of others.

Once again, the Florida Entertainment Summit is focusing its community initiative on HIV/AIDS awareness.  In observance of World AIDS Day Florida Entertainment Summit, Chef Creole Restaurant, The City of Miami and the Trick Luvs Da Kids Foundation will hold a free community event with live performances and a fashion show on Saturday, December 1st, 2007, from 2 p.m. – 7 p.m .in Miami 's Little Haiti neighborhood, located at 200 NW 54 th Street .  The purpose of this event is to use a creative outlet to shed light on this disease that is ravaging lives across the globe.

This year's Summit is sponsored in part by Slip N Slide Records, Flash Energy Drink, FIJI Water, Chef Creole Restaurant, Music Video 2.0, RocWorld Entertainment and a host of others.  For a complete listing of events during the 3rd Annual Florida Entertainment Summit, log on to www.FloridaEntertainmentSummit.com or call 305-851-5699.  For hotel information, contact Albert Villanueva at the Metropole Production Hotel by calling 917-501-4343.

About The Florida Entertainment Summit

The Florida Entertainment Summit was founded by E. Mason & Associates, a South Florida publicity and events management firm. Now in its 3rd year,  the Summit has a proven track record for providing film, music entertainers and entertainment entrepreneurs the opportunity to network with influential entertainment decision makers, gain new insight on selling entertainment product, broker deals, promote new music, and learn new industry trends, while introducing new and returning artists to the masses. 

MEDIA CONTACT:

ECHOING SOUNDZ | 818.787.7633
Echo Hattix
echohattix@echoingsoundz.com

SandboxTV.com Announces Next Generation Embeddable Video Player

Tastemakers Invited to Join Private Beta Testing

(New York, NY, November 27, 2007) Sandbox TV, an interactive media company based in New York, invites urban music fans and tastemakers to participate in the private beta testing phase for its new initiative, the "Transportal." The Transportal is a next generation embeddable video player, which allows users to embed whole channels of customized content anywhere they like, such as blogs or social networking sites.

The Transportal provides a unique and efficient platform for publishers and advertisers to monetize the viral effect of video sharing while retaining control over their content and message. The player's user interface allows publishers to leverage sponsorship for their channels in a variety of ways; banner space, pre-roll, post-roll, and sponsored links. Furthermore, unlike video sharing sites YouTube and Brightcove, Sandbox TV publishers and advertisers can extend their marketing reach by designing a customizable skin for their Transportal.

Recognizing artists' and companies' needs for managing strong brand identities, Sandbox TV's embeddable video content and "skin-able" player offers the whole branding package. Explains Joon Shin, President of Sandbox TV, Inc., "Our video players engage the viewers, connect the publishers to the viewers, and direct advertisers to their target markets, all through an immersive branded experience. In the hyper-individualistic worlds of MySpace and Facebook, users welcome that level of differentiation."

Several high profile companies and recording artists such as Lil Mama and Saigon, quickly recognized the revenue and viral potential of the Transportal and have established their own channels. With Sandbox TV's technology and services, Lil Mama was able to leverage the brand equity gained from her video exposure online through her channel and quickly gained pop star status.

To join the private beta launch of The Transportal send your request to privatebeta@sandboxtv.com

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For more information, please contact: Veronica Kovachi at 212-228-2311  / vkovachi (at) sandboxtv.com

Or Michelle McDevitt at 718-768-7275 / michelle (at) audibletreats.com

www.sandboxtv.com

About Sandbox TV, Inc.

Founded in 2007, Sandbox TV, Inc. is an interactive company with a digitally distributed platform for launching new and established branded video content from the forefront of urban entertainment. By bringing together exclusive footage and behind-the-scenes looks at some of the most exciting new artists, including teen sensation Lil Mama and controversial rapper Saigon, Sandbox TV brings urban swagger and original programming into the world of rich media interactivity. Sandbox TV is headquartered in "The Box" -- a multimedia production and recording facility located in New York City. For additional information on Sandbox TV, please visit www.sandboxtv.com

KOTTONMOUTH KINGS TO RELEASE 'GREATEST HIGHS,' BAND'S FIRST CAREER-SPANNING COLLECTION, ON JANUARY 15, 2008

Compiled by the Band, New 2-CD and Digital Collection Packs 39 Tracks, Including Two Previously Unreleased Songs

New Dates Added to Kottonmouth Kings "Cloud 9 Tour"

Hollywood, California - California's reigning rip-hop originators, Kottonmouth Kings, have partnered with Capitol/EMI for their first-ever career-spanning collection, Greatest Highs. To be released in a 2-CD package and digitally on January 15, 2008, the 39-track set stashes the band's most smokin' joints, including singles, album cuts and collaborative tracks from the vaults of Capitol Records and the Kings' own Suburban Noize Records. In addition to standout hits including "Bump," "Positive Vibes" and "Suburban Life," the collection also exclusively features two previously unreleased tracks and a package essay by the group's founder and emcee/producer, Brad "Daddy" X.

From their 1998 hit single, "Suburban Life," to cuts from the band's latest album, Cloud 9, released in August, Greatest Highs spans the Kottonmouth Kings' career in one sweeping collection. Tracks from all nine of the Kings' studio albums are featured, including collaborations with Insane Clown Posse, Tech 9 and Cypress Hill, as well as two previously unreleased songs, "Can Anybody Hear Me" and "No Future."

"We are so consumed by living in the moment and pushing limits that we hardly have time to reflect on this sick adventure we have been on," says Brad "Daddy" X in his Greatest Highs package essay. "To this day it amazes me what a profound impact the Kings have on people! Maybe it is the brutal honesty or the realness of the band that connects with people. I can't explain it."

With 12 years of touring and recording under their belts and more than one million records and concert tickets sold, Kottonmouth Kings manage an established and thriving underground operation that encompasses the band's own record and merchandise company, Suburban Noize, a self-published fanzine and direct CD, DVD and merchandise sales to their fans around the world.
Kottonmouth Kings have long been a cornerstone of one of today's most radical music movements in America and beyond. Combining mind-bending sonics, and fusing hip-hop, punk rock, and classic soul, The Kings have innovated and pioneered a unique signature sound that has set them apart from the pack and has fueled the band's longevity and enduring popularity with a diverse international fan base.

"We have an open-minded, loyal fan base," said Brad "Daddy" X, who founded the group in 1994. "There are all types of people at a Kottonmouth Kings show - hippies, punkers and hip-hoppers. That's what's great about it. You can't really stereotype it. They're free-thinking individuals."

Since leading the charge on the front lines of Southern California's post-punk and gangsta rap-inspired scene, Kottonmouth Kings have proved their lasting staying power, building on a powerful DIY ethos and redefining the meaning of a self-empowered group. They are an institution in the sub-culture of America, running their own company, touring and releasing albums on their own terms.

Kottonmouth Kings: Greatest Highs (Disc 1)
1. Where's The Weed At
2. Full Throttle
3. Bump
4. Put It Down (w/ Cypress Hill)
5. Fire It Up
6. First Class
7. City 2 City (w/ Tech 9)
8. 4-2-0
9. Peace Of Mind
10. Tell Me Why
11. Outcast
12. King Klick
13. Day Dreamin' Fazes
14. Tangerine Sky
15. Friends
16. Bad Habits
17. Rest Of My Life
18. Dog's Life
19. Positive Vibes

Kottonmouth Kings: Greatest Highs (Disc 2)
1. Can Anybody Hear Me?*
2. Everybody Move
3. Suburban Life
4. Livin' Proof
5. Bring It On
6. King's Blend
7. Sub-Noize Rats
8. SRH
9. The Lottery
10. Think 4 Yourself (w/ Insane Clown Posse)
11. Float Away
12. Peace Not Greed
13. Dying Daze
14. Bong Tokin' Alcoholics
15. Gone Git High
16. So High
17. Life Rolls On
18. Life Ain't What It Seems
19. No Future*
20. Rip The Night Away
* = previously unreleased track, exclusive to this release

Kottonmouth Kings are currently on their headlining "Cloud 9 Tour," with stops in more than 25 cities scheduled through January. Go to www.kottonmouthkings.com for the latest news and tour updates.
Kottonmouth Kings are: D-Loc (vocals), Johnny Richter (vocals), Brad "Daddy" X (vocals, emcee), DJ Bobby B (turntables), Pakelika (hydro-mechanix / visual assassin), Lou Dog (drums), and Taxman (antihero).

KOTTONMOUTH KINGS: "Cloud 9 Tour":
11/25 Clutch Cargo Pontiac, MI w/ Big B and The Dirtball
11/26 House of Blues Cleveland, OH w/ Big B and The Dirtball
11/27 Bogart's Cincinnati, OH w/ Big B and The Dirtball
11/29 Sokol Auditorum Omaha, NE w/ Big B and The Dirtball
11/30 Playmaker Fargo, ND w/ Big B and The Dirtball
12/1 First Avenue Minneapolis, MN w/ Big B and The Dirtball
12/2 Eagles Club Milwaukee, WI w/ Big B and The Dirtball
12/3 House of Blues Chicago, IL w/ Big B and The Dirtball
12/4 Pop's Sauget, IL w/ Big B and The Dirtball
12/5 Beaumont Club Kansas City, MO w/ Big B and The Dirtball
12/6 Ogden Theater Denver, CO w/ Big B and The Dirtball
12/7 Ogden Theater Denver, CO w/ Big B and The Dirtball
12/8 Great Salt Air Magna, UT w/ Big B and The Dirtball
12/14 Slim's San Francisco, CA w/ Sen Dog and Subnoize Souljaz
12/15 Slim's San Francisco, CA w/ Sen Dog and Subnoize Souljaz
12/21 The Dome Bakersfield, CA w/ OPM and Subnoize Souljaz
12/22 House of Blues San Diego, CA w/ OPM and Subnoize Souljaz
12/28 Hudson Theatre San Bernardino, CA
1/11 Marquee Theatre Tempe, AZ
1/12 Rialto Theatre Tucson, AZ
1/18 Key Club Los Angeles, CA
1/19 Key Club Los Angeles, CA

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Media Contacts:

Kottonmouth Kings:
James Wright, Kerosene Media - (519) 759-3009 / james@kerosenemedia.com
EMI Music Marketing:
Jennifer Ballantyne - (323) 871-5494 / jennifer.ballantyne@emicap.com

The 11th Annual Mixtape Awards Announces The First Phase of Their Improved Voting System.

November 26, 2007

The first phase of voting has begun. Mixtape fanatics are encouraged to register online at www.themixtapeawardsonline.com to submit their favorite DJ and Mixtape artists for voting beginning December 25th, 2007. Submissions will be accepted from now until December 16th.

The Mixtape Awards was established in 1995 by Orpheous "Justo" Faison, to help cultivate the under-standing, appreciation and advancement of the disc jockey from the club and radio DJ to platinum selling artists signed to major record labels. The Mixtape Awards is designed to honor DJS and Artists who constantly raise the bar within the music industry. Heralded by MTV News as the "Grammy awards of the streets", the Mixtape Awards accomplishes its mission through programs and activities that engage the music industry and cultural community as well as the general public.

Contact:

Terene Thompson
212 537 9325 ext 4
terene@themixtapeawardsonline.com
www.themixtapeawardsonline.com

WESTSIDE CONNECTION'S FIRST HITS COLLECTION, THE BEST OF WESTSIDE CONNECTION: THE GANGSTA, THE KILLA AND THE DOPE DEALER, TO BE RELEASED BY CAPITOL/PRIORITY

New Collection Features 18 Top Tracks from the Platinum-Selling Group Featuring Ice Cube, WC and Mack 10

Release Date: December 4, 2007

Hollywood, California - November 27, 2007 - The gangsta rap super group Westside Connection was formed in 1993 by West Coast rappers Ice Cube, WC and Mack 10. 18 of the platinum-selling group's best tracks have been collected for the first time for The Best Of Westside Connection: The Gangsta, The Killa And The Dope Dealer, to be released December 4 by Capitol/Priority.

Released in 1996, Westside Connection's first album, Bow Down, reached #2 on Billboard's Top 200 Albums chart and #1 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop chart, fueled by the massive, chart-crossing radio and club success of the album's title track and its second single, "Gangstas Make The World Go Round."

"Bow Down, the first one, was a record out of necessity," Ice Cube recalled in a 2003 biography. "The industry needed somebody to stick up for the West Coast because we were starting to get disrespected on every level. So, in '96 we started a movement that swept all across the world, really, with the 'W,' the Westside, people finally having something to identify with on the West Coast. Then, people all over the country started to respect the Westside. It's a beautiful thing. We've got Westsiders in Japan, South Africa and they're pumping it. It was a big deal."

Following a seven-year hiatus, 2003's gold-certified Terrorist Threats debuted at #16 as the week's highest new rap entry on Billboard's Top 200 Albums chart, and also hit #3 on the Rap/Hip-Hop Albums chart.

The album's lead single, "Gangsta Nation" (with Nate Dogg), made the Top 10 on both the Rap and Rhythmic Top 40 charts. "It's a salute to what I call the 'Gangsta Nation,' which is people who like it hard-core who do it in their own way," Ice Cube said of the track. "Everybody knows what gangsta represents out here. It ain't always a criminal thing. It's just somebody that won't conform, somebody that doesn't want to do it the way the plan is laid out. They want to do it their own way, so we're saluting them."

The Best Of Westside Connection: The Gangsta, The Killa And The Dope Dealer
1. Potential Victims
2. The Gangsta, The Killa And The Dope Dealer
3. Bow Down
4. Cheddar
5. Gangsta Nation (with Nate Dogg)
6. Lights Out
7. Connected For Life (with Butch Cassidy)
8. Gangstas Make the World Go Round
9. West Up!
10. Let It Reign
11. Hoo-Bangin' (WSCG style)
12. Walk
13. So Many Rappers in Love
14. Bangin' (with Master P) [previously out-of-print track]
15. Nobody (with Timbaland)
16. All The Critics in NY
17. Westside Slaughterhouse
18. Terrorist Threats

Press Contact:
Roberto Santos
roberto@cornerstonepromotion.com

N.W.A'S 1988 LANDMARK ALBUM STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON EXPANDED FOR 20TH ANNIVERSARY CD, DIGITAL AND VINYL RELEASE BY CAPITOL/PRIORITY

Commemorative Release Adds Live Track and N.W.A Covers by Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Snoop Dogg and C-Murder, Mack 10, and WC

In Stores: December 4, 2007

Hollywood, California - November 28, 2007- It has been 20 years since N.W.A rocketed Straight Outta Compton to double platinum success and worldwide acclaim and notoriety as rap music's most powerful force, redefining forever the trajectory of popular music. On December 4, Capitol/Priority will release an expanded 20th Anniversary Edition of the landmark album in CD, vinyl and digital formats. The commemorative release adds five bonus tracks, including a live version of "Compton's N The House," covers of Straight Outta Compton tracks by Snoop Dogg and C-Murder, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Mack 10, and WC, and a new package essay by music writer and author Soren Baker.

"You are about to witness the strength of street knowledge..."

In the course of little more than three years, N.W.A's Dr. Dre, Eazy-E, Ice Cube, MC Ren and Yella reached unprecedented gangsta superstardom with their no-holds-barred missives from Los Angeles' toughest streets. Defining the style that came to be known as "gangsta rap," N.W.A propelled the genre into an expanded musical realm and topped the charts with their own challenging and illuminating style of rhymes unprecedented in their brutal reality over complex, funk-fueled tracks. "The World's Most Dangerous Group" spawned three of the most important figures in gangsta rap's evolution: the late rapper and entrepreneur Eazy-E, street lyricist extraordinaire Ice Cube and mega-producer Dr. Dre.

N.W.A.'s first album, N.W.A and the Posse, was released in 1987, but it is 1988's Straight Outta Compton that has endured as the group's genre-defining masterpiece. From the propulsive groove of "Express Yourself" to the title track's battering statement of purpose, nothing had prepared listeners for this album's uncompromising power.

"The listening experience," Cheo Coker wrote in The Vibe History of Hip-Hop, "was akin to being wired into a sensory camera, where you could smell the room, sense the bullets whizzing by your head, and feel your adrenaline pump as the police raced you around the block."

Along with Run-D.M.C.'s self-titled debut album and Public Enemy's It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back, N.W.A's Straight Outta Compton stands, 20 years after its incendiary debut, as one of the pivotal recordings in the history of popular music.

N.W.A: Straight Outta Compton (20th Anniversary Edition) [CD, Vinyl, Digital]

1. Straight Outta Compton
2. F*ck Tha Police
3. Gangsta Gangsta
4. If It Ain't Ruff
5. Parental Discretion Iz Advised
6. 8 Ball (remix)
7. Something Like That
8. Express Yourself
9. Compton's N The House (remix)
10. I Ain't Tha 1
11. Dopeman (remix)
12. Quiet On Tha Set
13. Something 2 Dance 2
20th Anniversary Edition bonus tracks:
14. F*ck Tha Police (Bone Thugs-N-Harmony)
15. Gangsta Gangsta (Snoop Dogg/C-Murder)
16. Dopeman (Mack 10)
17. If It Ain't Ruff (WC)
18. Compton's N The House (live) (Dr. Dre/M.C. Ren)

Press Contact:
Roberto Santos
roberto@cornerstonepromotion.com

EAZY-E'S BEST COLLABORATIONS AND RARE SOLO RECORDINGS COMPILED FOR NEW CAPITOL/PRIORITY RELEASE: FEATURING... EAZY-E

New Collection Includes Four Exclusive Tracks and Collaborations with Ice Cube, Dr. Dre, MC Ren, Mack 10, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony and Others

Release Date: December 4, 2007

Hollywood, California - November 27, 2007 - Twelve years after his death at the age of 31, the music world continues to celebrate N.W.A's hardcore rap pioneer Eazy-E. On December 4, Capitol/Priority will release Featuring... Eazy-E, a new 16-track collection of his best collaborations and rare solo recordings. The compilation includes four previously out of print tracks, which are exclusively available on this release, and collaborations with his N.W.A co-conspirators Ice Cube, MC Ren and Dr. Dre, as well as with Mack 10, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony and others.

Born Eric Wright on September 7, 1964, Eazy-E rocketed Straight Outta Compton to gangsta rap superstardom with Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, MC Ren and Yella in N.W.A, as the owner of his own Ruthless Records label and as a solo artist. Between 1987 and 1991, Eazy-E released four albums with N.W.A and one solo full-length album, the double-Platinum Eazy-Duz-It. He became "a bona fide hip-hop icon" (Peter Relic, Rolling Stone Album Guide), and the most hardcore of gangsta rap's pioneers.

Since 1995, four posthumous releases have been issued, including the album Eazy-E was recording before his death, Str8 off Tha Streetz of Muthaphukkin Compton, Eternal E, The Impact of a Legend and 2005's commemorative Eternal E: Gangsta Memorial Edition.

More than five million copies of Eazy-E's albums have been sold in the U.S. alone, and his influence on rap music continues today.

Featuring... Eazy E
1. Luv 4 Dem Gangsta'z* Beverly Hill Cop III soundtrack
2. 2 Hard Muthas w/MC Ren
3. Trust No Bitch* w/Penthouse Player's Clique, DJ Quik & AMG
4. L.A. Is The Place w/Ron-De-Vu
5. Findum, F**kum & Flee w/N.W.A
6. Get Yo Ride On w/Mack 10 and M.C. Eiht
7. Black Nigga Killa Ruthless Records Tenth Anniversary compilation
8. We Want Eazy (12" remix)* Eazy-Duz-It
9. Foe Tha Love Of $ w/Bone Thugs-N-Harmony
10. I'd Rather F*** You N.W.A
11. 24 Hrs To Live Ruthless Records Tenth Anniversary compilation
12. Boyz In Tha Hood (G Mix) w/ Dr. Dre It's On (Dr. Dre) 187um Killa
13. Fat Girl w/Ron-De-Vu
14. Automobile w/N.W.A
15. P.S. Phuk U 2* w/Penthouse Player's Clique & DJ Quik
16. Ruthless Villain w/MC Ren

Press Contact:
Roberto Santos
roberto@cornerstonepromotion.com

Scion's National Art Tour - INSTALLATION 4: It's A Beautiful World - Arrives in Miami during Art Basel

Los Angeles - November 2007 - Scion's fourth installment of the innovative Scion Installation Art Tour, entitled "It's A Beautiful World," arrives in Miami for the prestigious Art Basel event on December 7. The opening reception for the public will take place from 7:00 - 10:00 P.M. at The Raleigh Hotel Penthouse on South Beach, preceded by a private press reception, 5:00 -7:00 P.M. All "Beautiful World" artists will attend both of these events. Six of this year's artists designed custom balloons, each eight-feet in diameter, which will fly over the grounds of the Raleigh Hotel. Also on display will be the custom designed Scion art cars from Dalek, Sage Vaughn, and Ron English.

Art Basel is the largest art event in North America - each year Miami plays host to galleries, art collectors, artists, dealers, curators, critics and art enthusiasts from around the world. All of the Installation artists will have the opportunity to attend and take advantage of all the opportunities that Art Basel offers.

The theme "It's a Beautiful World" was interpreted by each artist, in one of four mediums- painting, photography, sculpture, and collage.

This year's artists include: Andrew Pommier, Andy Mueller, Angela Boatwright, Blaine Fontana, Blek LeRat, Books llll, Caia Koopman, Chris Yormick, Cody Hudson, Dalek, David Choe, David Ellis, Eye One, Francesco LoCastro, Freddi C, J. Shea, James Jean, Jeff Soto, Joshua Krause, Kelsey Brookes, Kenton Parker, Kofie, Mel Kadel, Michael Sieben, Mike Giant, Rammellzee, RETNA, R. Grimes, Ron English, Sam Flores, Sage Vaughn, The London Police, Tim McCormick, Travis Millard, Yoskay Yamamoto and more.

Scion Installation 4 will visit the following cities around the country: Austin, Texas; Chicago; Minneapolis; Los Angeles; Miami; New York; Philadelphia; Seattle; and Boston. Each tour stop will kick off with an opening event for local art aficionados, press, and other urban tastemakers.

The final tour stop and auction will be in Los Angeles, at the new Scion Installation L.A. space in the Culver City Arts District. All of the artwork will be auctioned off to the public, and 100 percent of the proceeds will go toward art related charities. In previous years, the auctions have raised more than $110,000 for charity.

Launched in 2003, Scion Installation is a revolutionary art tour affirming Scion's ongoing commitment to supporting independent artistic expression and featuring work from an unprecedented collective of contemporary artists. Previous participants have included: Andre from Paris, Gary Baseman, Mr Cartoon, Crash, Daim, Daze, Blaine Fontana, Sam Flores, Friendswithyou, Futura, Mike Giant, Justin Hampton, Krush, Mear One, Ricky Powell, Persue, Revok, Retna, Rostarr, Saber, Kenny Scharf, Seak, StayHigh 149, Wearesupervision, and more. The program is designed to give exposure to both established and emerging artists.

For four years the tour has evolved, and each year the medium with which the artists showcase their work changes. The first year featured Scion xB panels and xA sculptures, while the second year presented art on three foot by eight foot wood panels. Each artist’s unique style was introduced on three-foot long polyurethane Scion tC sculptures for the third tour. For more information on the tour, the artists, the artwork and details from past tours please visit: http://www.scion.com/installation

About Scion: Scion, from Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., was developed with a new generation of youthful buyers in mind. Scion's mission is to provide distinctive products, the opportunity to personalize, and an innovative, consumer-driven process at the retail level. The Scion brand features three ground-breaking models. The xD is an urban subcompact five-door, featuring a muscular stance and accentuated wheel flares. The xB, an urban utility vehicle, combines remarkable interior space with iconic styling. And the tC sports coupe surprises the buyer with the convenience of a hatchback and the luxury of a standard all-glass panorama moonroof, complementing the usual wide array of features on all Scions. For more information, visit www.scion.com

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Remaining Installation Tour Schedule

December 7, 2007 (during Art Basel)
Miami, FL
The Raleigh Hotel Penthouse
www.raleighhotel.com

January 17 - February 15, 2008
Austin, TX
Gallery Lombardi
www.gallerylombardi.com

March 7 - 21, 2008
Philadelphia, PA
F.U.E.L. Gallery
www.fuelcollection.com

April 2008
Minneapolis, MN

April 2008
Los Angeles, CA
Scion Installation L.A.
www.scion.com/space

Press:
Lucy Beer
Elemental Consulting
lucy@elemental-consulting.com

GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS COVER FAVORITE HITS IN CHIPMUNK STYLE FOR HOLIDAY VIDEO GAME

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Nov. 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Alvin and the Chipmunks, the #1 kids musical act of all time, make their videogame debut this holiday with Alvin and the Chipmunks, boasting a soundtrack that will appeal to kids and kids at heart. Featuring a wide range of chart-topping hit songs originally written by Run-DMC, REM, Culture Club and Blink-182 and performed by the Grammy(R) Award winning Chipmunks in signature Chipmunk style.

The videogame soundtrack will resonate with parents and kids alike, and provide hours of family fun and cool music, while introducing a new generation of kids to one of the greatest selling musical acts of all time. The game will feature the Christmas classic, The Chipmunk Song -- a song so beloved that it's been included in film and television hits The Sopranos, Almost Famous, King of Queens, Friends, Nip/Tuck, Boston Legal and Ugly Betty -- the full soundtrack list includes the following songs:

  The Chipmunks Song            Video Killed The Radio Star
  Its Tricky                    All The Small Things
  California Dreaming           The Distance
  All Star                      Slow Ride
  Life Is A Highway             Semi Charmed Life
  Walking On The Sun            You Really Got Me
  Shiny Happy People            Tubthumping
  Heartbreak Hotel              Karma Chameleon
  Look Sharp                    California
  Love Shack                    Only Want To Be With You
  Kids In America               All Day All Night
  Rock And Roll High School     Never Let You Go
  A Girl Like You               Cool Places
  Blitzkrieg Bop                I'll Be There For You
  Alright                       Stand
  Just Like Heaven              Right Here Right Now
  One Week                      I Fought The Law
  Run Around                    I'm Gonna Be
  The Way                       Everything You Want
  Santa Monica                  December

**Razor & Tie Entertainment released the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack to Alvin and the Chipmunks on November 20, 2007.

Available for Wii, NDS, PS2 and PC formats, the music-and-rhythm video game focuses on the Chipmunks' musical abilities, and challenges players to rock and roll their way to new heights of competition. This game is rated 'E' for Everyone by the ESRB, and will release nationwide ten days before the December 14, 2007 live action film Alvin and the Chipmunks from Twentieth Century Fox, on December 4, 2007.

About Brash Entertainment

Brash Entertainment is a video game production company focused on developing compelling, high-quality games based on theatrical and original intellectual property. By collaborating closely with top creative talent from both Hollywood and the game industry, Brash delivers deeply satisfying games that extend the filmmakers' vision into the best possible entertainment experience for gamers. Launched with $400 million from a group of investors lead by Abry Partners LLC, Brash is committed to opening new creative avenues for filmmakers and game developers, and providing gamers with exciting new ways to engage the stories, characters, and drama of their favorite movies.

About Twentieth Century Fox Licensing & Merchandising

A recognized industry leader, Twentieth Century Fox Licensing and Merchandising licenses and markets properties worldwide on behalf of Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, Twentieth Television and Fox Broadcasting Company, as well as third party lines. The division is aligned with Twentieth Century Fox Television, one of the top suppliers of primetime entertainment programming to the broadcast networks.

About Alvin and the Chipmunks Theatrical Release

ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS, a global phenomenon to generations of fans, becomes a live action/CGI motion picture event with a contemporary comic sensibility. Songwriter Dave Seville transforms singing chipmunks Alvin, Simon and Theodore into pop sensations -- while the out-of-control trio lays waste to Dave's home, wreaks havoc with his career, and turns Dave's once-orderly life upside-down. Directed by Tim Hill, produced by Janice Karman & Ross Bagdasarian Jr., and written by Jon Vitti Alvin and the Chipmunks stars Jason Lee, Justin Long, David Cross and Cameron Richardson. This film will be in theatres December 14, 2007.

Alvin and the Chipmunks Motion Picture (C) 2007 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation and Regency Entertainment (USA), Inc. in the U.S. only. (C) 2007 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation and Monarchy Enterprises S.a.r.l. in all other territories. Alvin and the Chipmunks and Characters TM & (C) 2007 Bagdasarian Productions, LLC. All rights reserved. (C) 2007 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All rights reserved. (C) 2007 Brash Entertainment, LLC. Brash Entertainment and its respective logos are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Brash Entertainment, LLC in the U.S. and other countries. All rights reserved. All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective holders.

Source: Alvin and the Chipmunks

CONTACT: Abby Topolsky, Manager, Public Relations, +1-323-330-8503,
atopolsky@brashent.com, or Tiffany Spencer, VP, Corp Communications,
+1-323-330-8549, tspencer@brashent.com, both of Brash Entertainment; or
Charlene Fitzgibbon of SutherlandGold Group, +1-310-403-5589,
charlene@sutherlandgold.com, all for Alvin and the Chipmunks

SyncLive.com to Stream LA Music Awards

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Nov. 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Luthier PR -- SyncLive.com, the first completely live interactive music community, has announced that it will stream live the entire schedule of events at the LA Music Awards on Thursday, November 29th.

SyncLive.com is no stranger to the music community and in particular, the independent artist. By the end of 2007, SyncLive.com is on track to have broadcasted over 500 shows in all 50 states and in over 125 countries around the world.

"We are honored to have been chosen to help sponsor the LA Music Awards," says founder Aric Berquist. "By broadcasting this event live in real time over SyncLive.com, we are contributing an added awareness to this event and at the same time helping to advance the technology needed to allow the world complete access for each user's front-row experience."

SyncLive.com is campaigning to other online news partners to come on board and host their own events and is determined to build online network-to-network partnerships for cross-promotion of everything entertainment.

SyncLive.com is a Web-based music community that allows artists to stream their shows live to thousands of members for free from any location -- including a concert hall, club, studio or living room-by using a simple computer interface. Fans can sample a wide selection of live independent music nightly, interact with other fans at the shows and watch archived shows of their favorite music.

For more information, visit http://www.synclive.com/. For further details on LA Music Awards, including the event schedules and rosters, visit the following link:

LA Music Awards:

http://www.losangelesmusicawards.net/

Source: SyncLive.com

CONTACT: Pauline Gerry, of SyncLive.com, +1-904-328-1400,
pgmedia@SyncLive.com; or Johnny Royal, Executive Director of Luthier Public
Relations, jr@luthiersociety.com

Web site: http://www.synclive.com/
http://www.losangelesmusicawards.net/

Top-Rated Radio Hosts Star & Buc Wild to Return to New York City Radio with Mega Media Group's 'Pulse 87' FM

Independent Radio Station to be the New Home of the Star & Buc Wild Show

NEW YORK, Nov. 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Mega Media Group, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: MMDA) announced today the forthcoming launch of "Pulse 87" (87.7 FM), which will feature the return of the Star & Buc Wild Show. The 87.7 format change will take place in early January of 2008 and the new Star & Buc Wild Show will debut January 15, 2008.

Star & Buc Wild are popular radio personalities who hosted their morning show in New York City from 2000 to 2006. At its peak, the Star & Buc Wild Show was consistently one of the top-rated morning shows in New York City, at one point surpassing the market's long-time leader, "The Howard Stern Show." In addition to featuring the morning show, Pulse 87 will offer listeners a variety of music programming, including pop, hip hop, dance, rock and top 40 hits.

"I am excited to return to the New York City airwaves and look forward to working with Mega Media Group and Pulse 87," said Troi Torain, professionally known as "Star." "Times have changed and I am ready to deliver the great entertainment that my listeners have come to expect from me, while also offering responsible social commentary. The Star & Buc Wild journey continues!"

"Star & Buc Wild are seasoned, national radio personalities who will help to build the Pulse 87 brand," stated Alex Shvarts, CEO of Mega Media Group. "The show will fill what we believe is a void in the New York City marketplace and will act as the driver for the station's launch."

About Mega Media Group: Mega Media Group, Inc. (MMDA.OB) is a multi-media and entertainment company whose divisions offer a broad range of services, including corporate and celebrity branding, talent management, music production and distribution, video production and distribution and radio broadcasting.

Safe Harbor Statement: This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about Mega Media Group's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. All information provided in this press release is as of November 28, 2007, and Mega Media Group undertakes no duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.

  CONTACT:  Reggie Dance
            5W Public Relations
            212-584-4282
            rdance@5wpr.com

Source: Mega Media Group, Inc.

CONTACT: Reggie Dance of 5W Public Relations, +1-212-584-4282,
rdance@5wpr.com

OurWorldMusic Can Get You Into The Music Business, or Better Yet, Create Your Own!

November 27, 2007

OurWorldMusic is the first global digital distributor, social network, and network marketing destination website that allows anyone to build their own global music business!  OurWorldMusic provides a platform and tools for artists and consumers to connect within a right business model, and provides an opportunity to discover, share, promote, and distribute content from around the world, and earn money and free music doing it!.

OurWorldMusic specializes in Hip Hop, R&B/Soul, Lounge/Downbeat, Jazz, Reggae, World, Alternative, Spoken Word, and other quality music made with consciousness that we like and know our community will to. OWM was created in NYC, close to the pulse, cultivating true relationships with the artists, and facilitating the same type of relationships between our artists and our community.

OurWorldMusic's mission, unique suite of tools and services, user friendliness, and exclusive content is what differentiates it from other music and networking sites.  The site is free for artists and users, offers a streaming media jukebox of OWM content, exclusive artist profiles and content, previews of entire songs before purchase, and access to your music catalog anytime, anywhere.  With one of the highest revenue shares in the industry, OWM empowers artists to take control of their music and careers by earning 80% of the revenue on their music and still retaining complete ownership of their product. OWM has the industry low full album price ($5.50) for DRM-Free, IPod compatible MP3 files.  OWM has revenue generating opportunities for all users.  There are special incentives for purchasing music from OWM and referring artists and friends, such as free downloads, access to exclusive content and performances, and cold cash! 

With the OWMLife.com profile pages, like-minded individuals can connect while sharing their music and lives.  OWM will allow users to use their preferred social site while accessing and staying up with all the happenings on OWM, with a Facebook Application and a Google Open Social Widget.   Whether on our social network or another, you can always access OWM, your personal OWM music catalog, and stay in tune with the OWM  Community!

Co-founder of OurWorldMusic, Cedric Watkins, sums it up best, "OurWorld Music was created for artists and we are about creating a right market for the exchange of quality music and ultimately bringing about positive change in the world.  We are about connecting and mobilizing artist and people in a creative and right way in order to share ideas, culture, and the message."

Some of the artist featured on the site; Big Pooh, Little Brother, Kaze, Vassy, Julie Dexter, Peter Hadar, Trizonna McClendon, Shae Fiol, Shu, O'Neal McKnight, Heston, Brandon Beal, W. Ellington Felton, Shayna Steele, Kween Kash, Empire Isis and Loot.  For more information or interview requests for OurWorldMusic and OWM Artists please contact Zenobia Simmons zenobia.simmons@tmo.blackberry.net or Steven Whitaker sawhitak@yahoo.com

Hip Hop Press Will Return Tomorrow

See you then.

Judge Rules Three LAPD Detectives Accused of Cover-Up Can Be Added as Defendants in Notorious B.I.G. Case

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 26 /PRNewswire/ -- In a major victory for the family of murdered rap superstar Christopher Wallace (better known as the Notorious B.I.G.), U.S. District Court Judge Florence-Marie Cooper ruled today that Detectives Stanley Nalywaiko and Stuart Maislin of the Los Angeles Police Department's Risk Management Group, along with Detective Steven Katz, whose concealment of evidence led to a 2005 mistrial, can be added as defendants in the Wallace family's wrongful death lawsuit against the City of Los Angeles.

As Judge Cooper noted in her ruling, the Wallace family has charged that "in their capacity as supervisors in the Risk Management Group, [Nalywaiko, Katz, and Maislin] failed to supervise or directly participated in the concealment of evidence in this case."

The Wallace family's lead attorney, Perry R. Sanders, Jr., has long maintained that the case involved an LAPD cover-up. "Judge Cooper's ruling today gives the family a chance to prove to the world that police were involved in the murder -- and that high officials have covered up for those officers," Sanders said. "The family is extremely pleased to have the opportunity to hold accountable some of the key the people involved in the cover-up."

In 2005, Judge Cooper declared a mistrial in the Wallace case after finding that Detective Katz hid statements linking the killing of Christopher Wallace to rogue cops David A. Mack and Rafael Perez. Noting that "the attempted concealment of evidence and failure to respond to officer wrongdoing is a central issue in this case" -- and that such evidence did not come to light until "after the 2005 mistrial" -- Judge Cooper said there was no reason not to grant the family's request to amend its lawsuit to add the three detectives as defendants.

In her 11-page ruling, Judge Cooper denied on technical grounds the Wallace family's request also to add other defendants, noting that separate suits could be brought against those individuals. Said Sanders: "The prosecution of criminals should be the job of the police. The victim's family is trying to hold the LAPD accountable for facilitating crime and then covering it up -- and they hope this will be the only lawsuit they ever need to bring to a conclusion."

Source: Estate of Christopher Wallace

CONTACT: Allan Mayer or Kelly Mullens, both of 42West, +1-310-477-4442,
for the Estate of Christopher Wallace

Giant Step Celebrates 2007 as the Leader in Music & Lifestyle Marketing

NEW YORK, Nov. 27 /PRNewswire/ -- Maurice Bernstein, Co-founder/CEO of marketing heavyweight Giant Step, announced today that his company is wrapping up one of its most successful years in its 17-year history. With a diverse client list that includes international corporations, luxury goods and the hottest musical talent from Amy Winehouse to Joni Mitchell to Robin Thicke, the company's visionary approach to marketing sets itself apart as the "gatekeepers of style and success," he reported.

Giant Step is at the epicenter of movement, pulse and scene. The company creates lasting, authentic relationships between brands and consumers by utilizing its own vast network of influencers. With strategies laid out by renowned marketing aficionado Bernstein, Giant Step's rich history includes an instrumental role in introducing the biggest names in music such as Radiohead, Lily Allen, Jill Scott, Bjork, Gnarls Barkley & Outkast and executing memorable campaigns for companies such as LG Mobile Phones, Kodak, Puma and LeSportsac.

"The Giant Step name has always been synonymous with introducing quality music and products to a wider audience. In 2008, we are looking to maintain this high standard and broaden our reach," states Bernstein.

Giant Step's strong grasp on the early-adopter community has resulted in many fruitful campaigns for a diverse group of brands in 2007. The company brought Absolut Vodka to life on the streets of New York City to launch their first new advertising campaign in 27 years. Over at New York City's Hudson Hotel, the marketing company initiated a successful event series that will carry on into 2008. Luxury skin care line Jurlique looked to Giant Step to create the sonic look and feel of their stores globally. Sony Playstation, Levis Strauss & Co., Mini Clubman and Stoli Vodka all tapped the company to create unique, high-end experiences, both online and offline, throughout the United States.

Record companies -- major and indie -- look to Giant Step to introduce their next big talent to influential music consumers. With this year's quality artist roster including Mark Ronson, Feist, M.I.A. and more, Giant Step was once again able to target a market segment like no other and play a pivotal role in shaping the global music landscape.

Giant Step has the tools necessary to pack a venue and create excitement around an event stemming from its vast experience in underground club and concert promotion. This year's highlights include Amy Winehouse's U.S. debut, Central Park shows such as Joss Stone and Common's sold-out concert and Daft Punk's groundbreaking performance at Coney Island.

http://www.giantstepmarketing.net/

Source: Giant Step

CONTACT: Ben-David Fenwick, bd@catalystgroupsite.com, or Leyla Turkkan
leyla@catalystgroupsite.com, both of The Catalyst Group, for Giant Step, +1-
212-300-2057

Web site: http://www.giantstepmarketing.net/

The World Rap Champions to Remain in the South.

Florida-based battle emcees, Madd Illz and Parable aim to become the World Rap Champions.

MIAMI, FLORIDA US – November 26, 2007 – Nationally renowned battle rappers Madd Illz and Parable will be representing the Southeastern region of the United States in the 2007 World Rap Championship. Organized by JumpOFF TV, the 2007 World Rap Championship is a 2-on-2 tag team rap competition set across eight cities around the globe. The winners of each city meet at the Playoff Finals in New York City on December 2nd for a chance to take home $50,000. Madd Illz and Parable established their position in the competition by defeating all teams in the Atlanta Division of the World Rap Championships on September 2nd.

"These cats got skills, battling and making song." – Immortal Technique (Viper Records)

Combining both their styles, Madd Illz and Parable will be releasing a 12-track LP dated for Spring 2008. Based on their lyrical genius, these two will be coming home with more than just pride. Tune in to JUMPOFF.tv as their battles air weekly, leading up to the Playoff Finals.

About:

Samuel "Parable" Donado established himself nationally at the age of 15 after dominating the local battle circuit and earning himself an invitation to Scribble Jam, a prestigious battle that has seen the likes of Eminem, Rhymefest, and Slug of Atmosphere. He simultaneously pursued battles and embedded himself in the Miami music scene, sharing stages with artists such as Lloyd Banks, Young Buck, The Pharcyde, The Digable Planets, Method Man and Redman. Spreading his diverse style of conscious–yet aggressive–expressionistic rhymes, Parable is sure to make an impression on the industry. Countless wins later, Parable, along with his partner Madd Illz, are determined to become battle rap legends this upcoming year at the World Rap Championship. 

Orlando-bred emcee, Joshua "Madd Illz" Carrasco has claimed countless victories in Atlanta, Kansas City, New York, Tampa, and of course, his own hometown of Orlando. Having appeared in multiple Scribble Jam DVDs and most recently, The Fight Klub Tour, which airs on MTV2, Madd Illz compliments his uncanny freestyle ability with mind opening tracks and a powerful stage presence that has landed him shows with Twista, Immortal Technique, KRS-One, Sollilaquist of Sound and Method Man.

For More information: Http://www.myspace.com/maddillzandparable

Media Contacts
Dennis Paredes
Public Wizard, INC.
786.277.7367
DParedes@PublicWizardInc.com

HOODGROWN RECORDS PIONEERS ADVERTISING-BASED URBAN MUSIC MARKETING

Re-Releases Debut LP under Groundbreaking, Consumer Friendly Format

November 26, 2007

Hip-Hop's first digital label HoodGrown Records once again stands at the forefront of innovation in the urban music industry with its latest project, a re-release of its debut LP  "Prepare For Glory" under an advertiser-driven format. Improving upon the model established by online music label RCRD LBL, HoodGrown Records will partner with Admixture Inc, Adbrite and Google to offer advertising and sponsorship opportunities through several HoodGrown online and print venues.

"Peter Rojas and RCRD LBL are definitely an inspiration for us," says Christopher English, CEO of HoodGrown Records. "But our sole commitment is to our artists and their release. HoodGrown's online presences, as well as our print magazine initiatives ensure that our artists have an optimum level of exposure, and our advertising partners reach the diverse audiences that trust and rely on our brand." 

"Prepare For Glory" will be available for free download on the HoodGrown Records website, and select future projects will be available through this initiative.

HoodGrown Records is a new type of record label founded by the creators of HoodGrown Magazine, Musica360.com, and Mad Street Records. Digital music is the future, and with more people discovering music through the Internet, HoodGrown Records is poised to take advantage of the latest online communications technologies to leverage the power of the Internet to market and promote quality music to all consumers. Visit www.hoodgrownrecords.com for more information.

Based in Baltimore , MD , Carter Media Enterprises is a full-service communications firm, providing hands-on programming and marketing consultation for companies, institutions, organizations and individuals.  From creative and conceptual development to final production, we deliver a holistic and creative communications plan that gets your business or service the results it deserves.  For more information, visit www.cartermediaenterprises.com

CONTACT: 
Jarrett L. Carter
410-807-6474