J. Bully, The Return of Lyricism

New York, NY—July 23, 2007— The Mogul Group announces the new single release from Hip Hop Heavyweight J.Bully, "YES I'M". Currently spinning in mixshows and gaining momentum, "Yes I'm" is the latest preview from Bullys forthcoming Mogul Group release BULLYPROOF. "YES I'M", produced by Ski Beatz- not only showcases the talent of this North Carolina native but also establishes him as an essential element of the Hip-Hop movement. A lyrical Bully, the presence of this pure mc is felt globally, as his fan base continues to expand in the United States and overseas.

J.Bully continues to display the musical influences of both the North and the South, much like his home state. Lyrical domination paints a clear picture of why North Carolina is the next hotbed of Hip Hop to be heard and why Bully is quickly becoming one of the most sought after MC’s in the nation. The infectious beat provided by the legendary SKI BEATZ, provides Bully the opportunity to command the attention of his audience with his lyrical prowess via “You been sleepin on my songs like they your mattress, but where I’m going now simply aint’ on your mapquest.” You better guard your lunch money, the Bully is serious.

Unless you’ve been under a rock for the past year you know that J.Bully has proven his worth time and time again, earning radio spins with “Doe Boyyyy” and “Blam Blam Blam”on WJZE Toledo, WBFA Columbus, Ga., WGZB Louisville, WQBT & WEAS Savannah and WPOW Miami as well as digital distribution.

Make no mistake, J.Bully is gunning for the title and he’s making sure he knocks everyone out in the process. Preparing for the release of his album BULLYPROOF, J.Bully is postured as the next Movement in Hip Hop. Let’s get ready to rumble!

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Imperial Records and D-Lo Are Happy To Congratulate Rasheeda On Her Nomination For 'Best Female Rapper' for the Ozone Awards!

Ozone Magazine and TJ's DJ's have combined forces to present the biggest celebration of Southern Hip Hop music. The second Annual Ozone Awards and TJ's DJ's "Tastemaker's Only" Music Conference takes place August 10th-13th in downtown Miami. The Ozone Awards are scheduled to take place at the James L. Knight Center in downtown Miami. Imperial Records/D-Lo Entertainment artist Rasheeda was actually a presenter last year and this year she is nominated in the category of Best Female Rapper. Rasheeda has always ruled as the Queen of Crunk but she has also established herself as one of the sexiest women in hip hop. Her latest album Dat Type of Gurl includes her first single, "My Bubblegum" is still getting a lot of air play and her new single, "Dat Type of Gurl" is also quickly climbing up the charts.

Rasheeda's Myspace page have over 6.47 million song plays. Rasheeda's MySpace page have been viewed over 2.48 million times and she has over 107,200 fans/friends. The video, which was featured on Myspace, have over 256,000 plays. The single, "My Bubblegum" have over 89,200 plays on Imeem.com in just 5 weeks. "My Bubblegum" was also featured on Imeem.com playlist in the month of June. The video on YouTube have over 174, 000 plays.

Rasheeda, the famous female MC hailing from Atlanta, Georgia has been cranking out hits since the early 90s. As a teenager while her friends were transitioning from Barbie dolls to make-up, Rasheeda was busy writing rhymes and perfecting her craft as an MC.

Rasheeda started out as a member of the teenage hip hop trio Da Kaperz. when she decided to launch her solo career she was snatched up by Motown Records and she released her solo, debut album Dirty South in 2001. The album contained the dirty south anthem, "Do It (Do Da Damn Thang)" with Pastor Troy. Her follow up was 2002's A Ghetto Dream released on the Atlanta based D-Lo Entertainment label. That album featured collaborations with the superstars of crunk, Lil Jon and the Eastside Boyz and secured Rasheeda's place as one of most talented rap artist in the game. Georgia Peach, was her third successful album containing the critically acclaimed singles, "Vibrate" featuring Petey Pablo and "Rocked Away" with Lil Scrappy.

Her latest endeavor Dat Type of Gurl has guest appearances from southern favorites, Baby, Jazze Pha and Fabo of D4L. Rasheeda has grown as an artist, person and young woman and she can't wait to let the world know everything that she has been going through with her latest hip hop masterpiece.

Rasheeda has also remained with D-Lo Entertainment and Dat Type of Gurl will be released through that entertainment entity. Imperial Music will provide marketing, publicity, on-line and radio promotions for the project. Rasheeda says, "I'm extremely excited about D-Lo Entertainment and Imperial teaming up on my project. I finally feel like, together, we will be able to fill the void with what's been missing." Her new album is the next chapter in Rasheeda's exciting career as a rap artist. "I feel really good about my new project and confident with who I am and what I have accomplished over the last couple of years."

There is still time to enter the contest and for more information on Rasheeda log on to http://www.myspace.com/RasheedaGaPeach or contact Steven Whitaker, Steven.Whitaker@imperialrecords.com, 212-786-8499.

The Legends of Jazz, Funk, R&B, Hip Hop, and World Music featured on three stages at the 18th Annual Chrysler Financial African Festival of the Arts

(Chicago)  Three stages of non-stop eclectic global entertainment come alive for the 18th Annual Chrysler Financial African Festival of the Arts! Under the theme of “Cultural Creativity ”, Chicago’s largest neighborhood festival, celebrates the African influence on global cultures and explores how culture impacts political, economic and social change. The festival features over 100 performances with world renowned talent from Sierra Leone, South Africa, Cuba, New Orleans and Chicago! Learn African dance, quilting and drumming techniques in the special interest pavilions. There are activities for the entire family. The African Festival of the Arts is a composition of a music festival; film and video festival; dance festival; food festival; an art festival; drumming festival; book festival and a big African marketplace. The festival is Labor Day Weekend August 31 - September3 from 10:00am-10:00pm in Chicago’s historic Washington Park (51st and Cottage Grove).  Tax deductible admission is $10 in advance, $12 at the gate or $30 4-day weekend special pass. Family and group discounts are available.

      Over 250,000 people from around the globe gather in Washington Park to enjoy the art, music, history, fashion and cuisine from Africa, the Caribbean, Latin America, and other African Diaspora destinations during the extended end of summer weekend.   More than 300 vendors sell their wares- at great prices- in the virtual African Market place! Shoppers will discover amazing treasures including fine sculpture; beaded furniture; jewelry and gem stones; fashions; health and skin care products; hand woven fabrics and textiles; museum quality fine art and more!.  The savvy shopper always negotiates until the price is right.

      The simulated African village offers pavilions where attendees can enjoy interactive experiences with artists and artisans sharing their gifts and talents.  In the Griot tradition participants can engage dialogue with national, international and local leaders, scholars, and experts on issues of relevance to the global Black community. 

      Festival Highlights:

Grand Baba and Grand Yeye

Chicago Citizen Newspaper publisher Bill Garth and Media legend Meri Dee from super station WGN are the grand patrons of the 2007 African Festival of the Arts as the Grand Baba and the Grand Yeye.

Festival Local Spokesperson: Leann Trotter, Traffic Reporter Morning Show Team, NBC/5

Legend’s Conversations and Master Demonstrations

Africa International House presents Conversations and Master Class Demonstrations with the festival’s legendary performing artists. Meet music industry’s icons that have made significant contributions to their respective art form and have honored their commitment to life-long excellence.

First Encounters Live Broadcasts with WVON radio

This daily feature at the African Heritage Pavilion is where African Diaspora travelers share their first encounters with Americans in Africa and with African s in America. Other issues of importance to Africa Diaspora communities will also be discussed.

Old Town School of Folk Music produces the Afrofolk Family Dance Tent

The AfroFolk Dance Pavilion offers music education and cultural performances rooted in African traditions. All activities encourage people to learn and enjoy music and culture in a friendly, spontaneous and collaborative environment where all can participate in the musical experience and share their gifts with others.

Drum with the masters; learn folk dances and the stories behind rich traditions like quilt making and basket waving. Get holistic health information from both healers and medical professionals.

      The Festival is respected for its robust exhibition of fine collectible art by artists of African ancestry and is an excellent occasion to acquire affordable original art to expand your collection. Festival proceeds support Africa International House (AIH), a not-for profit organization that is dedicated to exposing and educating all people to the collective and individual contributions of African Cultures and more!

    * Chrysler 2007 Auto Display
    * Chrysler Financial Finance Information
    * Add a patch to the 2007 African Festival of the Arts Quilt
    * Live Broadcasts with 1450AM WVON, WBEZ Public Radio, and 89.3 WKKC
    * NBC5 News Anchors
    * Chicago Children’s Theater

Performances on three stages!

The Dee Parmer Woodtor Main Stage.

Friday   

8:00 PM Goapele/Frederic Yonnet

7:00 PM Jimmy Heath Big Band

5:00 PM SPIRIT

Saturday   

8:00 PM United We Funk: Dazz Band, Con Funk Shun & Barkays

6:30 PM Lela James

6:00 PM Randy Weston

3:00 PM Wild Magnolia:Mardigras Indians

Sunday   

7:00 PM George/Brothers Johnsons, Switch, Slave, Sir Nose, Mary Jane Girls

5:00 PM Hugh Masekela

3:00 PM Poncho Sanchez

4:00 PM Fashion

Monday   

8:00PM TBD

6:00 PM Sierra Leone Refugee All Stars

4:00 PM Mina Agossi

2:30 PM Phil Cohran, Hypnotics, Malik & Miai

1:15 PM Trinity

Family and World Music Stage, Hip Hop Stage

Friday   

8:00 PM Manmzel

6:00 PM 911/Latin Street Dance

4:30 PM Ron Carter

Saturday   

8:00 PM Jimmy Delgado

6:00 PM Dee Alexander

4:30 PM

TBD

Sunday   

8:00 PM Alfredo de la Fe

6:00 PM Brazil/Shirley

4:30 PM Roland Brown

3:30 PM Dance

Monday   

8:00 PM James Cotton

6:00 PM Mina Agossi

4:30 PM KRC Ensemble

3:30 PM Walt Chris

HIP HOP STAGE

Naughty By Nature-MC Lyte-EPMD-Monie Love-Yo Yo - Kurtis Blow. Local Acts to include: Jitu the Jugganot-Juice and the Machine-Rhymefest-Amina And more...

The festival will present the inaugural "AFA THIS is HIPHOP" Award. The award will be presented to a Chicago based artist(s) that best represents hiphop/african/african American culture.

(see web site for performance updates and artist information : www.africainternationalhouse.org)

Even More!!!!!!

Film Pavilion - Sponsored by ICE Theaters.  View a variety of short films and feature length films that are produced by filmmakers of African ancestry and interpret the culture and experiences of peoples living in all parts of the African Diaspora.  Enjoy free popcorn, get free movie posters and learn more about the Black World Cinema independent film screenings only at your neighborhood ICE Theaters.

Wellness Pavilion: (Sponsored by University of Chicago Hospitals and the UIC Sickle Cell Unit) The Festival’s Wellness Village will offer a variety of health screenings and fitness seminars. Come to our Wellness Village to learn about your risk of heart and kidney disease, cancer, and diabetes.

Fine Arts Pavilion: The Festival is world renowned for its museum quality collectible fine art Some of the artists this year include Woodrow Nash– festival artist of the year, Uwa Hunwick, Bayo Iribhogbe, Frank Frasier, Melvin King, Rondell, Stacy Brown, Nii-Oti, Akosuah Bandele, Marvin Sims, Dana Easter, Dimali, and Isodor Howard, Sam Akainyah and Dayo Layoe.

Book Pavilion: African Festival of the Arts Book Pavilion: Meet, greet, and enjoy readings by some of the country's best-established authors and emerging writers.

The Drum Village: Drummers from around the world, young and old, demonstrate drumming skills and techniques during informal sessions, led by Master Drummers Olu Shakoor and Baba Tyehimba Mtu. Bring your old drums for re-skinning.

Bank of the Nile:  Let your taste buds dance in delight from the abundance of global African cuisine in the food court. Taste the many Cajun and Soul foods from the different corners of the U.S., Egusi form Nigeria, Wolof rice from Senegal, Jerk chicken. Goat meat and fish from the Caribbean, and many hotter, spicy, delicious cultural cuisine of the African Diaspora.

Children's Pavilion: (Sponsored by BMOA) Youth of all ages can enjoy games, music, dance, storytelling, theater, arts and crafts that include Adinkra stamps all day long! Contributors include: Betty Shabazz Charter School, Hyde Park Arts Center, Chicago Children’s Theater, and the Field Museum. Many social service agencies will be represented in the pavilion to provide answers to family, parental, and children questions.

Chicago Children’s Theater: Come see the Chicago Children’s Theatre perform a sneak peak performance from their upcoming season! Chicago Children's Theatre aspires to enrich our community through diverse and significant theatrical programming that engages and inspires the child in all of us. Double check accuracy or veracity

Spirituality Pavilion: Engage or observe sessions and conversations with African priests, spiritualists, healers, nutritionists, and herbalists. Try the diviners and other readers to uncover your hidden paths.

Ticket Information

Your tax-deductible admission contribution includes access to all Washington Park AIH festival events

General Daily Admission - $10 in advance or $12.00 at the gate
Seniors & Children (under 12) - $ 5.00
Daily Family Pass (Two adults and four children under 12) - $30.00

Weekend Family Pass (Two adults and up to four children under 12) -$90

Adult (4-day) Weekend Pass - $30.00

*Tickets will be available online: www.africainternationalhouse.org

Proceeds support Africa International House programs, initiatives, and services.

Pre-festival Activities

July 14 Gallery Walk:  Enjoy a luxury bus-tour of 15 outstanding African centered Art Galleries and studios.

The $50 tour fee includes, lunch, an AFA ticket, and a closing reception at the Akainyah Gallery.

August 25 18th Annual Gala Celebration – proceeds to support the international nursing scholarship program

August 25-26 Annual Pan-African Soccer Tournament with the World Soccer League

For complete updated festival and pre-festival information visit: www.africainternationalhouse.org. Produced by:  Africa International House 773-955- ARTS (2787) Media: DJ Crable Enterprises – Media Services 773-548-7642

Contact: DJ Crable Enterprises, Inc. – Media Services  773-548-7642

Dave Jeff Has The City At His Feet With The Release of THE PHLI Classic

Chicago, IL-- Every Chicagoan dreams of having the Windy City at his or her feet.  On July 28th, that dream becomes a reality with the launch of the PHLI Classic, a fresh new set of kicks, fashioned after the Chicago Flag.

The blue and red striped shoe is the brain child of PHLI CEO, Dave Jeff, and the internationally known, K-Swiss.  The limited edition shoe will be accompanied by matching hats, allowing Windy City residents to stay stylish and rep their city with every step they take.

The release of the PHLI Classic will be celebrated at the 3rd annual PHLI Block Party.  The party will offer fans a day of food, music, and fashion. DJs such as Twilight Tone, Timbuktu,  Sean Mac, and Mustafa Rocks, will join the PHLI resident DJ, Roosevelt Treasurechest on the 1's and 2's by supplying beats all day. PHLI Music Group artists DP Da Phrancise, Black Orchard, and BJ The Chicago Kid, as well as Chi-town favorites GLC, Twone Gabz, Rhymefest and more will also be on hand to rock the mic.  Over the years the Block Party has become known for its impromptu performances by national celebrities.  Last year, Kanye West shocked the Harper Court crowd with his unannounced set.  Don't sleep on this year's party, as Dave has lined up some very special mystery guests.

Everything is going down on Saturday, July 28th in Harper Court, the home of The PHLI Store.   The PHLI store is located at 5210 S. Harper on Chicago's Southside.

Those that missed last year's party are still kicking themselves, miss this one and you'll be doing the same.  But, now thanks to the PHLI Classic, you'll be able to do so in never before seen Chi-town style.

For more info, press requests, or other inquiries please contact info@phliworldwide.com

About PHLI WorldWide

PHLI Worldwide is a lifestyle brand that encompasses fashion, music, and marketing.  PHLI was founded by Dave Jeff, and is based in Chicago, Illinois .

Dave Jeff began his career in retail more than 12 years ago as a manager and buyer.  As he worked in the retail business, he noticed that many of the bigger lines lacked a street marketing presence.  As his career continued to grow, and he traveled the country as a buyer, Dave was able to spot trends in fashion, production, and marketing.  With deep connections in Chicago's Hip Hop scene, as well as the music industry, Dave was able to bridge the gap between the major clothing companies and the streets, and launched the PHLI line of clothes.  The first PHLI clothing products were t-shirts featuring the Notorious B.I.G., Tupac, and Slick Rick, since then Dave Jeff has produced numerous t-shirt designs, hoodies, sweaters, pants, shorts, and most recently The PHLI Classic shoe.

At the end of 2002 Dave opened The PHLI Store, Chicago's first sneaker boutique with a private line of apparel.  The PHLI Store is located in Hyde Park, the neighborhood in which Dave was raised.  Hyde Park inspired Dave Jeff when he began his career, and continues to inspire him now.

"PHLI is being different, being cool.  The diversity of Hyde Park is what made me PHLI.   Hyde Park is a well-rounded neighborhood that exposed me to people of different cultures, and different statuses.  In Hyde Park the only 'norm' is being original."

Indeed, Dave Jeff strives to be original in everything that he does, and has attracted the attention of K-Swiss and Nike, both of whom look to him for guidance as how to best reach urban and Hip Hop consumers.  In addition to his consulting work for K-Swiss and Nike, Dave Jeff counts DJ Jazzy Jeff, Rhymefest, Terry Hunter, Kenny Dope, and other artists among his client base.  Working with those artists, and his experiences as an aspiring emcee, dancer, and record label employee led Dave to expand PHLI into the music world via The PHLI Music Group.

The PHLI Music group acts a as a management company for artists that fit the PHLI criteria of originality and skill.  Currently, the roster boasts a diverse group of artists covering Hip Hop, R&B, Gospel, and Rock.

"In the beginning people thought I was crazy," Dave recalls.  "But my vision was my gift."  And now Dave plans to share that gift with the world.

Dave Jeff
PHLI WORLDWIDE
info@phliworldwide.com
http://www.phliworldwide.com/
http://www.myspace.com/phli
5210 S Harper Ave
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 493-7454

Scott Mills Named President and Chief Operating Officer of BET Networks

Michael Pickrum Appointed Chief Financial Officer

Denmark West to Serve as President of Digital Media

NEW YORK, July 19 /PRNewswire/ -- BET Networks, a unit of Viacom Inc. (NYSE:VIA) (NYSE:VIA.B) , today announced Scott Mills has been named President and Chief Operating Officer for BET Networks. The company also appointed Michael Pickrum as Chief Financial Officer and named Denmark West to serve as President of Digital Media. Mills will report directly to Debra Lee, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of BET Networks, and remain based in Washington, D.C. Pickrum and West will report to Mills and will be based in Washington, D.C., and New York City, respectively.

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Mills, who was most recently BET Networks' CFO and President of Digital Media, will lead the company's business operations, including Advertising Sales, Content Distribution & Marketing, Legal and Business Affairs, Finance, Digital, Research, International and Administration.

"Scott brings incredible operational, financial and digital expertise to this new role -- qualities that will help him guide BET Networks to a position of even greater growth," said Lee. "His leadership and vision for the future will ensure that we are working in the most efficient and strategic way possible across our business."

In his role as Chief Financial Officer, Pickrum will be responsible for managing the financial operations for BET Networks and will play a strategic role in the overall management of the company.

As President of Digital Media, West will lead the company's expanding portfolio of digital brands, including BET.com, BET Mobile, BET on Demand and BET's digital download offerings, and will oversee the development and implementation of the company's global digital strategy.

"With Michael's exceptional analytical skills, leadership abilities and operational experience, he is the perfect person to lead BET Networks' great finance team," said Mills. "And I'm thrilled to welcome Denmark to the BET Networks family. Denmark is simply one of the best digital strategists in the industry. Between his time at Microsoft and his recent roles at MTVN, he has developed valuable experience and relationships across the mobile, games, online and even traditional media businesses. I'm certain he brings the expertise to drive BETN's digital strategy and assets to the next level."

About Scott Mills

Scott Mills served as President of Digital Media since January 2007, and Chief Financial Officer of BET Networks since 2003, where he was responsible for all financial functions, strategy and business development, and research. In his business strategy and development capacity, he led the creation of BET Mobile, BET's groundbreaking urban mobile content subscription service; the consolidation of BET Networks' ownership in BET.com; the launch of BET's digital video download offering on iTunes; and the expansion of BET's VOD product.

Prior to becoming CFO, Mills was Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of BET Interactive, the operating entity for BET Network's flagship online portal BET.com. He oversaw the start-up of BET.com and lead the property to become the #1 online media platform for African Americans. He joined BET in 1997 as Senior Vice President of Strategy & Business Development, where he developed the business plan for BET.com and oversaw a number of BET's new business ventures.

Before coming to BET in 1997, Mills had been a vice president with the Lehman Brothers financial services firm for four years; and earlier in his career served as deputy treasurer of the City of Philadelphia. Mills is a native of New York, and received his bachelor's of science degree in economics from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania.

About Michael Pickrum

Prior to becoming CFO, Michael Pickrum was Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of BET Interactive, LLC, since 2003. He was responsible for the development and refinement of BET.com's successful business model, driving the site's growth and accelerating revenue. He also facilitated the 2006 purchase of BET.com from the site's original non-BET investment group. Under Pickrum's leadership, BET.com has become the leading online destination for African American content.

Pickrum first joined BET Interactive in September 1999 as Vice President of Business Development for BET.com, where he expanded the site's business plan and developed news concepts for market analysis and competitive analysis. Prior to that, he served as a telecommunications and Internet consultant with Mercer Management Consulting.

A native of Cincinnati, Pickrum holds an MBA in finance and entrepreneurial management from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. He also has a master of science degree in engineering-economic systems and a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from Stanford University.

About Denmark West

Denmark West comes to BET Networks from MTV Networks, where he most recently served as Executive Vice President and Chief of Operations, Global Digital Media, for MTVN since January 2007. He helped to oversee all digital operations for the company and coordinated e-commerce and digital marketing across MTVN's properties. West also led the team focused on strategic partnerships with large traditional software, hardware and network infrastructure companies such as Adobe, and was the primary leader in driving search initiatives, including the company's partnership with and implementation of Yahoo!'s search marketing services.

Prior to that, West was Executive Vice President, Strategy and Business Operations, where he was a key driver behind MTVN's movement into the multiplatform consumer environment. Before joining MTV Networks, he most recently held the title of Chief of Staff for the Windows Client Division at Microsoft Corporation in Redmond, Wash. Before that, he held a number of positions at Microsoft in which he helped to drive numerous strategic initiatives, investments and partnerships to help the company expand into, and grow within, new consumer avenues, including console gaming, digital media, e- commerce, wireless data and interactive TV.

Before joining Microsoft, West worked in Distressed Securities trading in the Fixed Income Division at Goldman, Sachs and Co. Prior to that, West worked in investment banking focused on Entertainment, Communications and Technology for Brenner Securities Corporation and Smith Barney. He received both an AB and an MBA from Harvard University.

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.
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CONTACT: Jeanine Liburd of BET Networks, +1-212-846-7437,
jeanine.liburd@bet.net

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

KOCH Records to Release Highly-Anticipated Album From DJ Envy and Red Cafe

"The Co-Op" Will Be Released on September 25th, 2007 and Features Fabolous, Nina Sky, Sheek Louch, Styles P, Remy Ma, Paul Wall and Many More

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - July 19, 2007) - KOCH Records is pleased to announce the release of a new collaboration album, "The Co-Op," by acclaimed mix tape guru/HOT 97/Sirius Radio personality, DJ Envy and esteemed lyricist Red Café. The album will be released on September 25th, 2007 and features guest appearances from some of the biggest names in hip-hop including Fabolous, Fat Joe, Styles P and Sheek Louch, Paul Wall, Nina Sky and many more.

The 1st pair of singles off the new album will be "Dolla Bill" which features Fabolous and JD and "Things You Do" featuring Nina Sky.

DJ Envy is a two-time Just-O Mix Tape Award recipient and one of New York's leading mix tape DJs. Since starting his career in the early 2000s, he has steadily climbed the ranks of the hip-hop world, becoming known for featuring the hottest tracks and exclusives on his mix tapes by some of the best in the game including Jay-Z, Cam'ron, and The LOX. He has also produced vigorous tracks for artists such as DMX, Foxy Brown, Ja Rule, Fabolous, Petey Pablo, and Juvenile.

Mainstream music listeners are just now getting a taste of Red Café, the man who underground audiences have heralded as a legend for almost a decade now. Red had laid down tracks with the some of the best; from 50 Cent to LL Cool J, and when he wasn't crafting his distinctive flow, he was spreading his talent around, penning memorable songs for others.

Tracklisting for "The Co-Op": (Subject to change)
1. Intro - DJ Envy, Red Cafe
2. Dolla Bill - JD, Fabolous
3. Things You Do - Nina Sky
4. Buck Buck - Sheek Louch
5. G Move - Uncle Murda, Styles P
6. What It Do - Remy Ma
7. Ghetto Children - Mr. Easy
8. Jeep Shit - Fabolous, Paul Wall
9. We Really Do This - Mims, Currency
10. I Know - Fabolous
11. Murderer

For more on DJ Envy and Red Café, go to: www.MySpace.com/DJenvy or www.MySpace.com/RedCafe

About KOCH Entertainment

KOCH Entertainment, founded in 1987 and now in its twentieth year, is the leading and fastest-growing independent music company in the U.S. KOCH's operations encompass record and video labels as well as distribution companies in the U.S. and Canada. KOCH Entertainment is the market leader among independent labels and distributors in both the U.S. and Canada and its record label KOCH Records had the largest number of Billboard charting albums among independents for six years in a row (2001 - 2006). KOCH Entertainment is owned by Entertainment One Ltd. which has been recently listed on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market (ticker symbol "ETO").

For more information, Contact:
Giovanna Melchiorre
212-353-8800x257

Newark’s 2nd Annual Lincoln Park Music Festival Anticipates Launch of the Museum of African American Music (MoAAM), a Smithsonian Affiliate

July 19, 2007
--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District (LPCCD):

WHAT:  The Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District kicks-off the 2nd
       Annual Lincoln Park Music Festival on Thursday, July 26 through
       Sunday, July 29, 2007 at Lincoln Park, 1 Lincoln Park in
       Newark, NJ.  The four-day free music festival, "A Celebration
       of Music and Dance", celebrates four genres of African American
       music: Jazz, House, Gospel and Hip-Hop.

WHO:   JAZZ - July 26
       Cecil Brooks III & CB3 Band,
       Miki Howard
       Gordon Chambers

       GOSPEL - July 27
       Richard Smallwood with Vision
       JC Thompson & Beyond Blessed
       S3 & The Truth
       Yvette Glover

       HOUSE - July 28
       Joaquin "Joe" Claussell
       Tony Humphries
       Loleatta Holloway
       Kenny Bobien
       Monique Bingham
       Stephanie Cooke

       HIP HOP - July 29
       30th Anniversary Celebration - Rock Steady Crew
       Crazy Legs
       EPMD
       Naughty by Nature
       Dana Dane
       Love Bug Star Ski
       Soul Sonic Force
       Biz Markie
       Grandmaster Melle Mel

       For a complete list of performers visit
       www.lpccd.org/music_festival.htm

WHEN:  July 26 at 6pm
       July 27 - 29, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

WHERE: July 26, City Without Walls Gallery, 6 Crawford Street,
       Newark, NJ
       July 27 - 29, Lincoln Park, 1 Lincoln Park Newark, NJ.

WHY:   Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District produces the 2nd Annual
       Lincoln Park Music Festival and other events in anticipation of
       the launch of the Smithsonian Affiliated Museum of African
       American Music (MoAAM) in Newark, NJ. The Museum of African
       American Music (MoAAM) will be the first institution of its
       type to capture the spirit of African-American musical genres
       such as jazz, gospel, blues, rhythm & blues, rock & roll, and
       hip-hop under one roof.

For more information, to request a concert series press pass or to schedule an interview, call Kimberlee Williams, FEMWORKS, 973-280-6533 or kwilliams@femworksllc.com.

Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District (LPCCD) is a non-profit organization blending arts, cultural planning, and event programming with community economic development. Its mission is to plan, design, and build an arts and cultural district in Newark, revitalizing one of Newark’s most historic, accessible communities. The project includes the building of 300 new “green” units of housing and the creation of the Museum of African American Music, a Smithsonian affiliate.

Contacts

FEMWORKS
Kimberlee Williams, 973-280-6533

Holy Hip Hop Music Awards (2008)

Atlanta (PRWEB) July 18, 2007 -- The Fellowship of Holy Hip Hop will host the 8th Annual Holy Hip Hop Artist Showcase and Music Awards during Holy Hip Hop Week, January 18-19, 2008, at Center Stage Arena (formerly known as Earthlink Live Arena) in downtown Atlanta, GA.

The new Crowne Plaza Atlanta-Marietta will once again be the host hotel for the 2008 Holy Hip Hop Summit, Ministerial/DJ Classes and Press Rooms. The 2008 Holy Hip Hop Artist Showcase and Music Awards (Jan.18th & 19th) will be MC'd by eDDie Velez "Da Preachin Puerto Rican", Kurtis 'Blow' Walker and Kelly Glow. Go Ye Djs are the exclusive DJs for Holy Hip Hop Artist Showcase and Music Awards. Fla.vor Alliance: Official Breakers & Grafitti.

2008 Holy Hip Hop Music Awards Honorees: Kay Bizzy, DJ Rapzilla, Da Truth, Tha GIM, Rev.Rap, K-Drama, Mike Mike, Da Minista, Flame, Braille, Sean Blu, 116 Clique. Ambassador Award: Stephen Wiley & Vic Padilla

To view 2002 Holy Hip Hop Music Awards (Lost Footage) (Souled-Out Arena), click on the following link: Holy Hip Hop Music Awards (Lost Footage) or copy/paste the following code in to your web-browser: http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=2216349848766511250

The following are the Holy Hip Hop Music Awards Honorees from 2001-2007: JahWord, Prime Minister, Scribe, Easop, Cross Movement, Pettidee, T-Bone, Chejah, Mark J, D-Hunter, Nolly Williams, BB-Jay, Jaz, Knowdaverbs, Nuwine, Amani, Corey Red, Elle Roc, Urban D, G.R.I.T.S., Precise, Tragedy, Son of Jesse, Godsunz, Lil Raskull, Obadiah-1, Bishop Eddie Long, Tre-9, Lady Kross, Tunnel Rats, Street Sweeperz, G.O.G.'z, Sup The Chemist, Lisa McClendon, Ricardo Flo, Frankie Cutlass, Ambassador, Knowdaverbs, Set-Free, Breeve Eazy, KJ52, Ty Scott, The Priesthood, Mr. Del, HanSoul & Tribe of Judah, I.D.O.L. Kings, STIKK, Carriers of the Cross, Kingsta, Ricky B. & 4Given, Shekinah, Christopher Martin, Sean Slaughter, Todd Bangz, Enock, New Breed, Fros-T, Lil Short/e, DJ Lace, Dynamic Twins, Lee Jerkins, Fiti Futuristic, Canton Jones, J.Silas, Bert Bocachica, Phanatik, L.A. Symphony, Minister Zion, Ritchie Righteous, DJ Maj, Shai Linne, Light, TooBiz, Mars Ill, John The Baptist, Ason, Rawsrvnt, Curtis Jermany, Emc, God's Army, Japhia Life, Tony Stone, Shei Atkins, Bobby Bishop, Lecrae, Knine, J.Kwest, Dynamite X, Kennie Randall, MVP, Floyd Cray and Ephrem Smith.

Ministers of the Gospel (artist) submissions are exclusively managed by: Sonicbids.com. For more information, go to: http://www.sonicbids.com/holyhiphop2008

Please note: Only the Holy Hip Hop primary genre will be accepted for consideration. No other genres will be considered. Please be sure that you have selected the primary genre: "Holy Hip Hop," within your EPK. Also, please be certain that your Sonicbids EPK contains the following 3 things:

    * Ministerial statement
    * Complete bio
    * Mp3 files

These requirements are essential to the submission process, and Sonicbids EPKs that do not meet these prerequisites, along with appropriate genre classification, will not be reviewed by the Committee.

For more information, go to http://www.HolyHipHopWeek.com

Press:
Holy Hip Hop Music Awards
404-893-5752

"From 100,000+ Sold to Three Albums Released in One Week: It's Lunchtime!"

ATLANTA, July 18, 2007-- You may already be familiar with the unique sound of Lunch. He's rapped on three Reebok radio commercials with DaOrfenz featuring Allen Iverson and Nick Van Exle. His discography boasts plenty of collaborations with major label talent including Akon, Styles P, WC, Rayvon, Kurupt, Dominoe & KRS 1 for Temple of Hip Hop. His underground street appeal has secured his guest appearance on over 25 independent albums and over 70 mixtapes. He's even released 3 albums in one week with 20,000+ units sold, mostly in Southern Los Angeles. Plain and simple, he's everywhere- in magazines ( Allhiphop.com, True Magazine, etc.), on radio (Wild 96, 106.1 KMEL, Power 106, etc.), and in the streets grindin' hard- a strategy that has already positioned him to be a leader in the new generation of Hop Hop lyricists.

Meet Lunch. Although recently signed with Federal/Universal Distribution, he's been releasing albums on his label, Homeless Nation, since '97 with 100,000 plus units sold independently in the streets of the Inland Empire (Southern L.A.) and across the nation. With his latest album, "Heart of a Lion," scheduled for release August 14, Lunch is about to introduce the Inland Empire to a mainstream audience. The first single, "Get 'Em Girl," is already receiving 90-110 spins per week on urban and mainstream stations across the nation. The classic album features label mates Diamonique and Homeless Nation as well as 40 Glock (G-Unit), Styles P, Rayvon, Kokane, and more. This album brings to the table a universal sound with cleverly choreographed lyrics and showcases to the world the new generation of West Coast Hip Hop.

"The name Homeless came about because we never felt part of any one society; we were outcasts. Homeless Nation is a movement, it's a way of life, it's a religion, and it's a style of music," says Lunch.

Lunch is available for inquiries, interviews, and appearances by contacting (404) 437-0078 or Fabiola@NYLAEntertainmentGroup.com. Please visit myspace.com/LunchDaGeneralhn for music and updates.A comprehensive media kit, including bio, fact sheet, & press clippings can be found at www.NYLAEntertainmentGroup.com/Lunch_mediakit.html

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About N.Y.L.A. Entertainment Group N.Y.L.A. Entertainment Group specializes in providing marketing, public relations, and project management services for the music, fashion, and
entertainment industries. Our services include music marketing, marketing consulting, public relations services, record label consulting, online marketing, and general marketing services.

Contact:
Fabiola Fleuranvil
Direct: (404) 437-0078

NY Christian Audigier SoHo Store Opening

On Monday July 23th from 6-9pm Christian Audigier expands his fashion territory in New York with the launch of his second signature Christian Audigier store. This private invite only party will include the designer himself and who will be available for interviews. Also attending and confirmed are celebrity guests including recording artists NeYo, Fabolous, Jim Jones and Cassie. This red carpet event is appropriately titled The Art of New York as Christian reveals some of his newest works of art in this season’s new collection.

Location:

273 Lafayette Street

NY NY 10005

For additional information, press passes and updated celebrity confirmations please contact Nicole Irving, Nicole@donedhardy.com.

Contact: Nicole Irving

Tel: 909-732-2927

Email: nicole@donedhardy.com

B-Side Lounge vol. 5 Presents The Potluck with U-N-I, LAx & Trendy Trash

U-N-I to give a special performance at On The Rox in Hollywood ---July 20th

July 18, 2007
Los Angeles, CA -- RK Entertainment introduces The Potluck, a free event set to go down On The Rox, the level above the infamous Roxy on Sunset. Hip Hop artists, U-N-I and urban trendsetters, LAx and Trendy Trash are all coming together to give their supporters and fans a free event. U-N-I are slated to perform tracks off of their well received street album, Fried Chicken and Watermelon.

Location: On The Rox--level above the Roxy
9009 W. Sunset Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90069

Free. No Cover
21+

9PM-2AM

rsvp@rkentertainment.com

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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, these versatile and authentic artists won't stop until 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)

Established in August of 2006, LAx or Life & Times of the West Coast, was created to shift the mindset of the youth despite social oppressions and economic disparities found within their home, particularly, the city of Angels. LAx is a branded lifestyle that hopes to revive the urban youth by teaching them to embrace their circumstances and strive beyond them with sincere ambition, confidence and conviction. Using fabric as a tool for their movement, LAx is all about starting a never-ending vibration to wake up the stagnant minds who feel society has always worked against. Engined by the Paperboy$, LAx is definitely more than just a clothing line, it is a lifestyle. (Please contact ContraShadow PR for extended bio)

TRENDY TRASH is a lifestyle company for the new relentless generation, the lifestyle many of us lead has changed significantly throughout the years. We are anything but average because, we strive for success. The lifestyle we are projecting with our clothing is simple. Everything worth going after starts with a few things that lay the foundation in a person: passion, love, trust, ambition, and respect.

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT
Daniela Escobar/ Publicist (626) 826-1795
Shiondre Austin/ Publicist (626) 482-0005

The World's First And Only Digital Hip Hop Label, Hoodgrown Records Prepares To Release It's Second Project!

July 16, 2007  - Poconos, PA - Fresh off of it's first project, the free download album, Cartel - Prepare For Glory, digital hip hop label Hoodgrown Records prepares to release it's second project by Mount Pocono, PA based, Full Fam. Full Fam is a collective of mc's who while record as a group, also all have solo projects on deck as well.

The first single, "Rock Stars" is already in the process of being serviced to deejays and the press while the video is making it's way across YouTube and other social networks.

"Our first single, Rock Stars, came about because we liked the vibe of (Shop Boys) Party Like A Rock Star.", states Full Fam member M.A., "But we weren't impressed with their lyrical ability so we decided to do our own with skills intact. But we don't want to be compared to them because this is the only song like that, our album is straight hip hop!"

You can listen to "Rock Stars" and view the video here: http://www.hoodgrownrecords.com/fullfam

Deejays and press interested in getting a copy of the single for promotional purposes, please utilize the contact information below:

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

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

MIXTAPEKINGS.COM RE-LAUNCHES NEWLY DESIGNED WEBSITE

New York -July 10, 2007 – Mixtapekings.com, the premiere e-commerce and top music portal on the web, launched their newly re-designed website which includes increased audio, video and purchasing capabilities. In addition, Mixtapekings.com has also expanded their editorial and distribution component to provide visitors with more exclusive content and industry updates. Behind the scenes footage, exclusive interviews and the latest entertainment gives fans the ultimate mixtape experience!

Staying true to a "consumer friendly" theme, the newly added "Shopping Cart " feature will allow visitors to create a Mixtapekings.com account which will improve the fluidity of purchasing products on the site. Dayana Concepcion, Chief Marketing Officer of Mixtapekings.com explains "Our mission is to provide music lovers with a platform to feel, hear and purchase the overall music experience." The new site allows for customers to track their orders and contact customer support with greater ease. Fans are given more access to products, user incentives, and exclusive music from the likes of Talib Kweli, DJ Dirty Harry and many others.

With close to 500,000 unique visitors monthly, many advertisers are looking to capitalize on the website's popularity. Companies like Verizon, Toyota, Sprite and Nike have increased their brand collaboration with Mixtapekings.com for effective positioning within the urban market. To add to their growth, Mixtapekings.com  has recently announced the launch of their distribution component of the company. This would allow for a strategic distribution campaign of exclusive digital and physical music for a respective artist or DJ.

The "Mixtape" industry has gained increased notoriety in recent years. Diony Concepcion, Founder and CEO of Mixtapekings.com states "We are here to grow with our fans. I have never been more passionate about the music and encouraged by the evolution of the mixtape industry. Fans can look forward to a more interactive online experience with our new site."

  About Mixtapekings.com

Founded in 2002, Mixtapekings.com is revolutionizing online urban marketing. As a proprietor of exclusive music and products, Mixtapekings.com has combined both e-commerce and editorial content to introduce a new movement within the music industry. With 1.8 million hits per day to about 50 to 55 million hits a month, Mixtapekings.com  fans are given an authentic mixtape experience.

Press Contact: Che Eazy
Email: che@ctimesmedia.com
Number: (917)528-6856

West Coast Hip-Hop Crew Strong Arm Steady Preps Debut Studio LP, Deep Hearted, Joins Rock the Bells Festival Tour

Releases Exclusive Mixtape in Anticipation of Album

West Coast hip hop super-group Strong Arm Steady consist of MCs Phil the Agony, Mitchy Slick, and Krondon.  Over the years, Strong Arm Steady has risen to the top of California ’s underground hip hop scene by touring relentlessly and pounding the mixtape circuit, independently distributing over 200,000 mixtapes worldwide and becoming the staple sound of the new West Coast movement.

Now the group is taking things to the next level with their debut album, Deep Hearted, which features appearances by Chamillionaire, Juvenile, Black Thought of The Roots, Xzibit, Talib Kweli, Dilated Peoples, Ras Kass and more. The album is the culmination of years of hard work. Their never ending grind and consistent track record of creating great music shows why Strong Arm Steady is a force to be reckoned with.

As fans eagerly await the release of Deep Hearted, which hits stores on August 28th, DJs Truly OdD and Babu prepared a 30 minute taste of what to expect from the trio. This soon to be classic mix contains a variety of never-heard-before joints and exclusives from the album.  The late great J Dilla, DJ Babu, and DJ Khalil, among others, handle production on this mix with features from Planet Asia, Dilated Peoples, Chace Infinite, Talib Kweli, and more.

In addition, Strong Arm Steady have joined the likes of Wu-Tang, Rage Against the Machine, Nas, Public Enemy, MF DOOM, and more on this summer’s Rock the Bells Festival tour, which takes off on July 26th in Boston for 17 nationwide events. See below for full tour dates.

Download Strong Arm Steady’s mixtape here: www.nature-sounds.net/sasmix.mp3

Listen to Strong Arm Steady “One Step” featuring Talib Kweli

http://dev.theorchard.com/jaclyn/mp3/strongarmsteady_onestep.mp3

Listen to Strong Arm Steady “The Movement” featuring Planet Asia

http://dev.theorchard.com/jaclyn/mp3/strongarmsteady_themovement.mp3

Strong Arm video on YouTube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLdct-XqF1o

Tracklisting and credits for Strong Arm Steady’s Deep Hearted:

1.) Intro f/jack Nicholson & The Game (produced by Dubb Knox)
2.) The Movement f/Planet Asia (produced by Thayod Ausar)
3.) You Ain’t Me f/Chamillionaire & Rass Kass (produced by Da Riffs)
4.) Bloody Money f/PNB (Pop ‘n Bullets) and Jelly Roll (produced by DJ Khalil)
5.) Co-Operation f/Dilated Peoples (produced by DJ Babu)
6.) Clean Up f/Black Thought & Saukrates (produced by Madlib)
7.) One Step f/Talib Kweli (produced by Blaqtoven)
8.) I Can’t Wait f/Tha Liks & Stylistic Jones (produced by Thayod Ausar)
9.) Kings Of The Deck f/Planet Asia (produced by Da Riffs)
10.) Come N Get Me f/Ina Williams (produced by DJ Khalil)
11.) Homies f/Blaqtoven (produced by J Thrill)
12.) Streetlights f/Talib Kweli (produced by Evidence)
13.) On The Grind (produced by J Thrill)
14.) Wreckless Words (produced by DJ Khalil)
15.) Dirty Dirty f/Juvenile (produced by J Macc)

ROCK THE BELLS FESTIVAL TOUR

With The Wu-Tang Clan, Rage Against the Machine, Nas, Public Enemy, MF DOOM and more.  Many date already sold out!

July, 26th - Boston , MA - Tweeter Center -

July 28th - New York , NY - Randalls's Island –

July 29th - New York , NY - Randalls's Island -

August 2nd - Atlanta , GA - Hi-Fi Buys Amphitheatre

August 3rd - Charlotte , NC - Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre

August 4th - Miami , FL - Bayfront Park Amphitheatre

August 7th - Dallas , TX - Smirnoff Music Center

August 8th - Houston, TX - Reliant Park

August 11th - San Bernardino , CA - Glen Helen Hyundai Pavilion

August 12th - San Diego , CA - Coors Amphitheater (Parking Lot)

August 18th - San Francsico , CA - McCovey Cove (Parking Lot)

August 21st - Salt Lake City , UT - TBD -

August 22nd - Denver , CO - Red Rocks Amphitheater

August 25th - Minneapolis , MN - TBD –

August 26th - Chicago, IL - Charter One Pavilion

August 29th - Detroit , MI - DTE Energy Music Center

August 30th - Toronto , Ontario , Canada

http://www.myspace.com/thegangsas
http://www.nature-sounds.net/
http://www.myspace.com/naturesoundsmusic

kim trick / manager, new media
kimberly@theorchard.com

Too $hort Loves the Bay

Rap Icon showcases the Best of the Bay Area with new album.

(Oakland, CA) July 17,2007 West Coast Rap Icon Too Short will release the first compilation from his Up All Nite Music Label. The highly anticipated album arrives in stores today.

The multi-platinum hip hop legend debuts his release following his nomination for Best West Coast Rap Album for the 2007 OZONE awards.

"I Love The Bay" features a full roster with tracks from over 25 Artists, making it one of the largest independent hip hop compilations to date. The project is a showcase of the already burgeoning SF Bay Area Hip Hop scene. The album roster includes Keak Da Sneak, Big Rich, Messy Marv, Turf Talk, Yukmouth, San Quinn, G-Stack, Young Bay The Pack, Traxxamillion, Mistah FAB, Beeda Weeda, Dolla Will, The late Mac Dre, The Neighborhood,  J-Stalin, Lil Al tha Gamer , Eddi Projex , Zo The Roasta, Bavgate, Frontline, Zion I, Madam Alizay, Kreme, Pryceless, The Team, Mike Marshall and the Ambassador of the Bay E-40.

The first singles "Lose it" featuring Mistah FAB and "Video Vixen" featuring  Dem Hoodstarz are already heating up the charts nationwide. Mistah FAB & Dem Hoodstarz are two of the Bay Areas newest break out Rap stars.

Dem Hoodstarz gained popularity with their single "Getz ya Grown Man On" and is featured on commercials for the CW's King of Queens and the new season MTV's Rob & Big.  Mistah FAB is one to watch as he has recently released Da Baydestrian and gained national attention with his single "Ghost Ride It".

"I wanted to represent the entire Bay Area," says Up All Nite Music CEO. "There is a lot of new talent coming from the Bay". The Godfather of Bay Area hip hop boasts collaborations with a Who's Who of the Bay Area producers including  EA SKI & CMT, Traxxamillion, DJ L-Roc,Young L from The Pack, Droop E , Big Zeke and AMP Live.

Too $hort will release his next album later this fall.

Track Listing Below
(Up All Nite Music)
In Stores July 17th

1.      Going Dumb  - Young Bay / G Stack / Keak Da Sneak / Too Short 
2.     That Thang - Mistah FAB         
3.     Blame It on the Drugs - The Neighborhood         
4.     Video Vixen - Dem Hoodstarz         
5.     This What It Is - Big Rich         
6.     I Don't Dance - Messy Marv         
7.     Park the Scrapers - Bavgate         
8.     In the Street - Turf Talk         
9.     Shine Like Me - Yukmouth         
10.     You Don't Wanna See Me Rich - San Quinn         
11.     You See It - The Team         
12.     Yes Sir - The Pack f/Mistah FAB
13.     Scrape - Traxmillion         
14.     Doors Open - Dolla Will         
15.     Town Business - Beeda Weeda / Dolla Will / J-Stalin / Lil Al tha Gamer / Eddi Projex / Zo The Roasta
16.     We'll Roll You - Mac Dre / Zion I         
17.     Don't Lose Your Head - Too Short / Zion I         
18.     Richmond - Frontline         
19.     Lose It - Mistah FAB / Too Short         
20.     I Love the Bay - Madam Alizay/ Kreme / Pryceless         
21.     This My One - E-40 / Too Short ft Mike Marshall

You can meet Too $hort and his friends at FYE Stores near you.
Visit www.myspace.com/ilovethebay for more information.

http://www.myspace.com/upallnitemusic
http://www.myspace.com/mistahfab
http://www.myspace.com/demhoodstarz

Press Contact:
Krystal Cooper (Up All Nite Music)
323.384.8857
pr (at) treecandygroup.com

S&S ENTERTAINMENT & CRUNK!!! ENERGY DRINK PRESENTS: CRUNKFEST 07

JULY 17, 2007
Collierville, TN - - On July 21st 2007, S&S Entertainment in conjunction with Crunk!!! Energy Drink will host Crunkfest 07' "The 5 Year Anniversary" Concert at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee.

On June 28th 2007, S&S Entertainment finalized a sponsorship agreement with Crunk!!! Energy Drink to become the Title Sponsor for this years' Crunkfest.  Last week, Tom Mahlke, President & CEO of Crunk!!! Energy Drink issued the follow statement, "CRUNK!!! Energy Drink is very excited to be the title sponsor of Crunkfest, it's a great opportunity for us to connect our Brand and 'Get CRUNK!!!' with the people of Memphis. We are also excited because we have the unique chance to support the Memphis area with two local companies and strategic business partners of ours; A. S. Barbaro, our distributor and Hardy Bottling, one of our bottlers."

This year’s artist lineup consist of Trill Entertainment’s recording artist, Lil’ Boosie, Atlantic Record’s recording artist, Gucci Mane, Minnie Mae Muzik/Dee Money Entertainment’s recording artist, Playa Fly, Bad Boy Entertainment’s Recording artist, 8-Ball & MJG, Rap Hustlaz/Universal Motown Record’s recording artist Kia Shine, Universal Republic Record’s recording artist, Baby Boy, Inevitable Entertainment/TVT Record’s recording artist Yo Gotti, Hypnotized Mindz/Asylum Record’s recording artist Lil’ Wyte, Interscope Record’s recording artist, Jibbs. Inevitable Entertainment’s recording artist La’ Chat, and many more including All-Star plus labelmates will be representing for Cash Money Records.

In years past, Three 6 Mafia, Young Jeezy, Paul Wall, Ying Yang Twins, E-40, Trillville, and Lil’ Scrappy, just to name a few, have performed at the annual “Crunkfest” concert.  S&S Entertainment’s “Crunkfest Weekend” attracts over 10,000 concertgoers traveling throughout the Southeast region to attend the annual event.  Slickk, CEO of S&S Entertainment, states “I am extremely excited to usher ‘Crunkfest’ into my hometown, for the fifth consecutive year and look forward to bringing it back for many years to come.  This event has grown from a mere dream to a vivid reality that provides each concertgoer with a quality entertainment experience at a cost conscious price.  I am also enthused to have each sponsor come aboard to assist in making this year’s Crunkfest the biggest to date.”

Crunkfest tickets are currently available for all concertgoers to purchase directly at FedExForum or online at www.ticketmaster.com.  The doors of FedExForum (191 Beale Street) will open up 6:00 p.m. Shortly thereafter, Crunkfest 07’ “The 5 Year Anniversary” Concert will begin immediately at 7:00 p.m.  For any additional information on S&S Entertainment’s Crunkfest 07’ “The 5 Year Anniversary” Concert, partnership and sponsorship opportunities, vendor information, etc. please visit www.myspace.com/crunkfestweekend, via the internet, or please contact Slickk, CEO of S&S Entertainment at the office: (901) 596-7194 or by e-mail: slickk2def@aol.com or contact Joseph Ivy, Director of Marketing & Promotions of SMAF (Strategic Marketing & Advertising Firm) at the office: (662) 231-6545 or by e-mail: joesoprano12@aol.com.

SMES Changes to Accommodate Overwhelming Response

As if the Southeast Music & Entertainment Summit was not large enough with the participation of credible industry representatives, competitions – beat and freestyle battles – and an official awards show, we are giving you more! Sammy has just been added to the list of performing artists! Moreover, there have been schedule changes to better suit the demands of the attendees including the addition of a DJ Roundtable Discussion on Friday, July 27 from 5:30pm-7pm and a Pre-Show on Saturday, July 28 preceding the Awards Show.  Please checkout the website www.smesmusicsummit.com for more information.

The “SMES Summer Fashion Show” has been moved to Saturday, July 28 and co-joined with the “SMES Awards Show.”  The “SMES Round Ball Classic” has been canceled.

There are only 10 days left until the excitement begins! There are only 5 days left to vote for your favorite artists in the awards show polls.  Please cast your vote at www.smesmusicsummit.com/awards.php today! Register for the summit at http://www.eventbrite.com/event/57973400 - registration closes July 22.

The growing urban sound and influence is well under way, so come hang out, as players from all corners of the music and entertainment industry will join SMES to inspire the upcoming music and entertainment innovators!  For more SMES information, or to register, please visit www.smesmusicsummit.com

CONTACT:

Latisha Dutch

Southeast Music & Entertainment Summit

919-491-7006

www.smesmusicsummit.com

ReverbNation Opens up Facebook to Independent Bands

Provides every band on the planet free access to over 25 Million potential fans

July 17th, 2007
New York, NY - ReverbNation today announced the launch of "My Band", an innovative application designed to help artists promote their music on Facebook.  With 'My Band" artists can post unlimited songs, band info, show schedules, and even a "join the mailing list" function directly to their Facebook profile page.  Their friends can play and share full-length tracks, add them to their own pages, and even buy the music and tickets.  "My Band" even provides artists with stats about how their music is spreading.

“Ever since Facebook opened up to users from outside the educational institutions, musicians at every level have been eager to find a way to promote themselves to the millions of music fans that live there,” said Jed Carlson, CMO of ReverbNation. “Now any musician, whether signed to a label, independent, or just starting off in college or high school, can promote themselves inside of Facebook’s highly personal, highly viral environment.”

Any artist with a personal Facebook profile can sign up for “My Band” for free here: http://www.facebook.com/apps/application.php?id=2405167945 <http://www.facebook.com/apps/application.php?id=2405167945> Artists that already have a profile page at ReverbNation.com can have all of their information automatically pulled onto their Facebook page in seconds.

"As a label, we're always looking for the best options to promote our artists," said Jason Bieler of Bieler Bros. Records (Skindred, Nonpoint, Fiction Plane).  "ReverbNation offers by far the best set of tools to really get a feel for how your online promotion is working. Our bands love it, their fans love it and our label feels like we're just scratching the surface as to what we can accomplish!" 

“Thousands of musicians use Facebook on a daily basis in their personal or academic lives.  Now those same artists can actually showcase their music to their friends inside of Facebook,” noted Mike Doernberg, CEO of ReverbNation. “We wanted to build a music application that would deliver what Facebook users are looking for, and give all artists the ability to offer their music to their fans on the site.”

The ReverbNation catalog is growing exponentially, and currently consists of over 70,000 full-length tracks from well-known artists as well as emerging artists, including: AFI, All American Rejects, Avril Levigne, Between the Trees, Ciara, Cold War Kids, Dengue Fever, Dresden Dolls, Eldar, Elemeno P, Fergie, Ferraby Lionheart, The Format, The Fratellis, The Game, The Glad Rags, Gnarls Barkley, Gob, Gwen Stefani, James Morrison, Kennedy, Lil Wayne, Live, Maroon 5, Merit, My American Heart, The Never, Nine Inch Nails, Portastatic, Pussycat Dolls, Rehab, Robin Thicke, The Rosebuds, Roman Candle, Saliva, Schooner, Seven Mary Three, Shiny Toy Guns, Silverchair, Smile Empty Soul, Snow Patrol, Sum Majere, Tift Merritt, 2Pac, TV on the Radio, Vanessa Williams, and Wolfmother, to name a few.

For more information about ReverbNation music applications for Facebook, visit:

http://www.reverbnation.com/main/overview_facebook_music_player

To add the application to your Facebook profile, visit:

http://www.facebook.com/apps/application.php?id=2405167945

ABOUT REVERBNATION.COM

ReverbNation provides the innovative marketing solutions that musicians need to compete, cooperate, and differentiate in an increasingly noisy online environment.  Unlike typical “closed” communities, artists use ReverbNation as their home base for approaching marketing and promotion across the Internet as a whole - be it via social networks, blogs, or the artist’s homepage. Tools like TunePaks, FanReach, Widgets, and Street Team give the artist the power to spread their music and information virtually anywhere.  Real-time stats then provide a 360-degree view of how the music is spreading, who is listening, and which fans are actually passing it on to their friends and posting it on their pages.  For more information on ReverbNation.com, please visit www.ReverbNation.com or call 212-367-0826.

RU1 RECORDS CD LISTENING PARTY FOR ARTISTS BLACKOUT AND RESPONSE A HIT

July, 2007- New York, NY—Independent Hip-Hop label RU1 Records' CD Listening Party for its premier emcees Blackout and Response caused a sensation July 10, 2007 in New York’s City’s hottest club Crash Mansion. Produced by event production and publicity firm Harlem Fusion, the party brought out some of the best names in the business and made the evening a memorable one for all who attended.

Among the many impressed by the event were Rush Communications, New York City’s hottest station for Hip-Hop and R&B- Power 105.1 and Atlantic Records, noted for housing some of the nation’s most notorious talent such as heavy weights T.I. and Twista.

The fourth Soul Sessions Showcase set to take place in October will be no exception and is sure to follow suit demonstrating why Harlem Fusion has what it takes to make an event memorable, exciting and one to look forward to.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

Alejandra Paz

Harlem Fusion, LLC

61 East 119 Street 3rd Floor

New York NY 10035

646-750-3211

apaz@harlemfusion.net

Adam Tensta "They Wanna Know"

July 16
RMH Entertainment would like to announce a new single from Scandinavia’s hottest MC, Adam Tensta.  The new single, "They Wanna Know" remains at the top of the charts with 15,000 views in Sweden's biggest community for teenagers.  The single has received 5,000 plays on YouTube, over 25 radio station spins, and plays on all major music channels, including the "Hit Warning" on ZTV (126 spins in one week).

Interested parties can access the video at www.rmh-ent.com and also view more Adam Tensta videos at www.myspace.com/AdamTensta.

Please contact Bucc – A&R, Promotion/Marketing with comments, mixtape hosting and drop requests.

Contact Info

RMH ENT.

Bucc – A&R, Promotion/Marketing

Email: BuccSthlm@gmail.com

Mobile: +46 (0) 73 674 5949

YBM Productions/Michigan

Reginald Turner

Phone: 206.350.7042

E-mail: info@unsignedartistshow.com

Web site: http://www.myspace.com/theunsignedartistshow.com

Press Contact

YBM Productions

Angela Mathis

Phone: 313.492.0409

E-mail: am@unsignedartistshow.com

Web site: www.myspace.com/ybmadvertising

http://www.unsignedartistshow.com

Atlantic Records Teams with Hook Mobile to Deliver Artists' Content and Promotions on Multimedia Messaging (MMS) Platform

Cross-carrier trading & collecting of multi-platinum #1 selling hip-hop artist T.I. mobile trading cards can win music system, artist calls and merchandise.

New York, NY and Alexandria, VA (PRWEB) July 17, 2007 -- Atlantic Records , one of the preeminent record labels in the world, and Hook Mobile , a pioneer in multimedia messaging (MMS), today announced that they have launched the first MMS collect-to-win mobile social community. This new mobile offering enables fans to purchase, collect, trade and redeem unique mobile trading cards of multiple artists for cash and prizes. The partnership kicks off with multi-platinum Grand Hustle/Atlantic superstar T.I.. promoting the release of his #1 album, “T.I. vs T.I.P.” Online collection pages for each artist will be featured, where users can collect and manage their cards, and solicit trades from other collectors.

By combining Hook Mobile’s knowledge of viral mobile marketing with our artists’ diverse content, we now have a dynamic and engaging new channel to connect our fans and artists in the mobile space.
“Atlantic Records has consistently been at the forefront of using the mobile platform to bring our artists’ content to fans,” said Cyndi Lynott, Director of Mobile Marketing at Atlantic Records. “By combining Hook Mobile’s knowledge of viral mobile marketing with our artists’ diverse content, we now have a dynamic and engaging new channel to connect our fans and artists in the mobile space.”

Fans of Grammy-winning artist T.I. can subscribe to be collectors by texting “TI” to the short code 87233 (TRADE), or register online at cards.trapmuzik.com. Fans can win a multimedia entertainment system or a phone call from T.I. by collecting certain sets of the 45 total cards. Additional “Instant Win” cards are also distributed for artist posters and T-shirts. The T.I. campaign also markes the launch of Hook Mobile’s Mobile Asset eXchange (M.A.X) 2.0, the latest version of the company’s patent-pending MMS platform that introduces scarcity, random distribution, online collection and peer-to-peer trading to wireless multimedia content.

“Atlantic Records has a strong legacy of both great music and marketing, and we’re pleased to help them build mobile communities around their artists,” said Brian F. Kathman, co-founder and CEO for Hook Mobile. “We’re creating a new distribution and marketing channel for viral content that helps content owners build additional revenue streams through subscriptions, sponsorships and viral commerce promotions.”

About Hook Mobile
Hook Mobile is a pioneer in cross-carrier multimedia messaging (MMS), the next-generation of peer-to-peer mobile messaging. The company’s patent-pending technology platform, the Mobile Asset eXchange (M.A.X.), enables content owners and advertisers to leverage the viral power of mobile graphics, audio and video files in developing innovative programs that help build dynamic multimedia communities. To learn more about Hook Mobile, visit www.hookmobile.com.

About Atlantic Records
Atlantic Records is celebrating its 60th Anniversary in 2007. Founded in New York City, the label grew from literally a one-room operation into one of the world’s preeminent music companies. Atlantic has released a string of recordings that have had a profound impact on the course of modern music, its rich history including such musical icons as Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, John Coltrane, and Led Zeppelin.

The Atlantic roster today includes many of the world’s most popular recording artists, among them Björk, James Blunt, Tracy Chapman, Phil Collins, Death Cab For Cutie, Missy Elliott, Gnarls Barkley, Jet, Juvenile, Kid Rock, Lil’ Kim, matchbox twenty, Jason Mraz, Panic! At The Disco, Sean Paul, Pretty Ricky, Rush, Shinedown, Staind, Rob Thomas, T.I., Trick Daddy, Twista, Yusuf, and many more. Please visit www.atlanticrecords.com for more information.

Press Contacts:
Fred Luchsinger
Hook Mobile
#703-531-8008
fred.luchsinger @ hookmobile.com

Sheila Richman
Atlantic Records
#212-707-3063
sheila.richman @ atlanticrecords.com

HipHop.TV and XOsphere Dance Off-Deck With Hip-Hop Pocket Rocket(TM)

- Hip-Hop Music Goes Mobile -

OAKLAND, Calif., July 17 /PRNewswire/ -- XOsphere LLC, the Pocket Rocket People(TM), announced a partnership with HipHop.TV, a digital media company and independent record label geared toward the hip-hop community, which will continue XOsphere's march into the mobile music world.

"By leveraging XOsphere's Pocket Rocket Platform, HipHop.TV mobile will be able to stream major and independent hip-hop and R&B artist music and videos to any mobile handset that supports rich media," states XOsphere's President, Stephen King. "Without having to worry about downloading songs or running out of memory on their phones, HipHop.TV subscribers will enjoy on-demand access to their music of choice."

XOsphere's Pocket Rocket Platform includes a robust means for playing and displaying rich media on mobile devices via a small, downloadable client. The platform is carrier, device and OS-agnostic, allowing XOsphere to deploy optimized content over any network to any device, including dynamically updated and interactive content. The platform is built on technology that is fully compliant with open Java standards and includes players for BREW, Java and .net-enabled handsets, which makes it interoperable with the vast majority of mobile devices on the market. A key competitive advantage is the platform's "Intelligent Director," an advanced identification technology that automatically determines device specifications, allowing delivery of content optimized precisely for that device.

"After researching many off-deck mobile solutions, I'm extremely pleased we partnered with such an innovative company as XOsphere to power HipHop.TV mobile," says HipHop.TV, LLC founder, Marlena Edwards. "HipHop.TV mobile will stream cutting edge and interactive urban program content to mobile handsets to keep the hip-hop generation highly entertained. This will actually empower music fans to watch live streaming events featuring their favorite hip-hop and R&B artist on their mobile handsets regardless of their mobile carrier."

About XOsphere LLC

Founded in 2006, XOsphere enables enterprises and marketers to develop and deploy rich media content to mobile devices in an "off-deck" environment. XOsphere's Pocket Rocket Platform deploys optimized content over any network to any mobile device and is ideal for mobile entertainment, mobile marketing, mobile advertising, mobile communications and mobile commerce. For more information, visit http://www.xosphere.com/.

About HipHop.TV, LLC

HipHop.TV, LLC is a digital media company primarily involved in promoting and distributing hip-hop and R&B music in conjunction with offering fans a highly affordable music and video subscription service. HipHop.TV, LLC will promote artist music on the company's web site properties, like http://www.myhiphop.tv/, a social networking site geared specifically toward the Hip Hop generation. HipHop.TV also provides artists with excellent promotional tools to sell their music via online, and mobile digital distribution channels and to develop their fan base. For more information, visit http://www.hiphop.tv/.

Source: XOsphere LLC

CONTACT: Andrew Dod of XOsphere LLC, 1-888-820-4440, ext.70,
adod@xosphere.com

Web site: http://www.xosphere.com/
http://www.hiphop.tv/

PaRappa The Rapper(TM) Is Back on the Hip Hop Scene Exclusively for PSP(R) (Playstation(R)Portable) System

The Beloved Rapping Puppy is Reintroduced to Nostalgic Players and Fans of Music Games With New Gameplay Features for A 10th Anniversary Encore

FOSTER CITY, Calif., July 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. announced today the North American release of PaRappa the Rapper(TM) available exclusively for PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable) system. Developed by Sony Computer Entertainment in association with legendary multimedia musician Masaya Matsuura and famed New York artist Rodney Greenblat, the PaRappa the Rapper franchise debuted ten years ago on PlayStation(R) and established the rhythm action game genre that has spawned a variety of music and timing based games, including two of its own classic titles, Um Jammer Lammy(TM) and PaRappa the Rapper(R)2.

Fans of the original will rejoice as PaRappa the Rapper stays true to its iconic art style and flattened animation, combining fun and vibrant characters with infectious music and a humorous storyline. PaRappa's return marks the first time the franchise has been available for a handheld, allowing fans to experience the rapping puppy anywhere, anytime. Rated "E" for Everyone, this classic title is a perfect addition to the PSP software library, offering a fun and entertaining adventure for both nostalgic fans of the original and a new PaRappa audience. A great pick-up and play game with wireless options, PaRappa the Rapper is well suited for the growing PSP consumer base on the go.

"Similar to how the hit single 'Rapper's Delight' spawned a generation of hip-hop music, the original PaRappa the Rapper was a smashing success and started a revolution in video games by creating a new type of music and timing gameplay with a unique artistic style," said Rodney Greenblat. "Ten years later, the PSP version looks to take the franchise to new heights."

PaRappa the Rapper increases the franchise's social appeal this time around by offering a host of new PSP exclusive features, including the ability for four players to compete head-to-head in ad-hoc battles. The new game also allows players to wirelessly share a demo level with four PSP systems simultaneously.

"By allowing up to four players to battle head-to-head, share the game wirelessly via PSP and even download eight remixes to enjoy along with the original soundtrack, PaRappa the Rapper delivers a great portable experience that is exclusive to PSP system," said John Koller, senior marketing manager, Sony Computer Entertainment America.

The timing-based gameplay mechanic allows players to rap to the addictive music by pressing buttons corresponding to the beat. As players' skill levels progress, they are able to break free into a one-of-a-kind freestyle session, giving individuals the freedom to create a new experience with every play. Players are scored on how well they can keep up with ratings that range from "Awful" to "Cool."

PaRappa the Rapper features six music and fun filled levels and the rest of the cast of colorful and flattened characters, including Chop Chop Master Onion, Instructor Mooselini, MC King Kong Mushi and more. Masaya Matsuura's infectious music accompany the iconic PaRappa as he attempts to rap his way into the heart of his dreamy love interest, a sunflower named Sunny Funny, through various missions and adventures. Along the way PaRappa will learn to fight king-fu at a dojo, take a driving course to get his license, get a job at a flea market, buy a car and learn how to bake. All of which culminates in the final test for any aspiring rap superstar, PaRappa must perform a hip hop rap on stage.

The independent Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) rating for PaRappa the Rapper is "E" for "Everyone." For more information about the ESRB visit http://www.esrb.org/.

About Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc.

Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation(R) and PS one(R) game consoles, the PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system, the PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable) system, and the ground-breaking PLAYSTATION(R)3 (PS3(TM)) computer entertainment system.

Recognized as the undisputed industry leader, Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. markets the PlayStation family of products and develops, publishes, markets, and distributes software for the PS one game console, the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system, the PSP system and the PS3 system for the North American market. Based in Foster City, Calif., Sony Computer Entertainment America, Inc. serves as headquarters for all North American operations and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

  Visit us on the Web at www.us.playstation.com.
  (c)2007 Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (c)Rodney A. Greenblat/Interlink

"PlayStation", "PS one", "PSP" and "PLAYSTATION" are registered trademarks and "PS3" is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Source: Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc.

CONTACT: Scott Goryl, +1-858-824-5792, scott_goryl@playstation.sony.com,
or Ron Eagle, +1-858-824-5585, ron_eagle@playstation.sony.com, both of Sony
Computer Entertainment America Inc.

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

Talib Kweli Releases Sixth Album, EARDRUM, on Warner Bros. Records/Blacksmith Music

In Stores August 21st

New Album Features Guest Appearances by Norah Jones, Justin Timberlake, KRS-ONE, and UGK Production by Kanye West, will.i.am, Madlib, and Hi-Tek; Talib Kicks the Summer Into High Gear With the Rock the Bells Festival and Summer Tour

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - July 17, 2007) - Talib Kweli, the Brooklyn wordsmith, returns with his eagerly awaited sixth album EARDRUM, in stores on August 21st, 2007 on Kweli's own label, Blacksmith Music and Warner Bros. Records. With this career-defining new album, Kweli mixes hard-hitting beats with inventive rhymes that serve to not only entertain, but also to educate.

Hailed by USA Today as "Hip-Hop's most inventive lyricist," the MC's penchant for being a lyrical mastermind is reflected in his album title, aptly called EARDRUM. Talib explains, "The image of the ear and of the drum are powerful enough by themselves, but when you put them together, it's an instrument that's in your body that helps you hear. They're also two very simple, yet powerful words."

From start to finish EARDRUM delivers career-defining work from Kweli that showcases his advanced lyricism and knack for picking beats that resonate long after the song ends. EARDRUM shows Kweli's versatility ranging from his new single, "Hot Thing" produced by will.i.am to the alluring strings of "Soon the New Day" featuring the sultry vocals of Grammy Award-winning jazz artist, Norah Jones to the brassy horns of "Country Cousins" which feature the underground kings of the south, UGK. Other guests on the album include: Justin Timberlake, Kanye West, KRS-ONE, Blacksmith artist Jean Grae and Musiq Soulchild.

EARDRUM boasts innovative production work by such vanguard artists as Kanye West, who worked on Kweli's 2002's gold-certified "Quality" and 2004's "The Beautiful Struggle"; Black-Eyed Peas founder will.i.am; and "Black Star" producer Hi-Tek, who also collaborated with Kweli on the gold-certified 2000 album "Reflection Eternal." Additional production highlights include New York rapper Kwame and multi-instrumentalist/producer Madlib, whose previous collaboration delivered the free digital-only EP, "Liberation" (2007).

The talented wordsmith is preparing to hit the road for the Rock the Bells Festival and his own summer tour. As one of the most toured Hip-Hop artists (at least 250 dates a year) fans can expect to hear Kweli perform new tracks from EARDRUM including "Listen" and "More or Less" as well as classics from past albums.

Talib is also working hard to provide fans with additional premium content via mobile devices, and through the web. "The Story Of Blacksmith," written by Talib Kweli and Blacksmith Music, is a 15-part "text novella" which will be unveiled to fans via Talib Kweli's mobile sign up list free (Fans can sign up by texting "Talib" to 50505 from their mobile device, standard text messages rates apply). Each of the 15 chapters will break down as one text message sent weekly.

Also in the works, Kweli is revealing "The Words Of Eardrum" on talibkweli.com, an alternate track listing to the songs on EARDRUM that gives fans more insight on the songs and reveals the depth of the album.

       TALIB KWELI SUMMER TOUR/ROCK THE BELLS DATES
                Dates Subject to Change

7/26      MANSFIELD, MA            TWEETER CENTER
7/27      BALTIMORE, MD            SONAR
7/28      NEW YORK, NY             RANDALL'S ISLAND (Rock the Bells)
7/29      NEW YORK, NY             RANDALL'S ISLAND (Rock the Bells)
7/31      WINSTON-SALEM, NC        ZIGGY'S
8/1       CHARLOTTE, NC            NEIGHBOR THEATER
8/2       ATLANTA, GA              HI-FI BUYS AMPHITHEATER
8/4       MIAMI, FL                BAYFRONT PARK AMPHITHEATER
8/6       NEW ORLEANS, LA          HOUSE OF BLUES
8/7       DALLAS, TX               SMIRNOFF MUSIC CENTER
8/8       AUSTIN,TX                EMO'S
8/10      TEMPE, AZ                THE BRICKHOUSE
8/11      SAN BERNARDINO, CA       HYUNDAI PAVILION (Rock the Bells)
8/12      SAN DIEGO, CA            COORS AMPHITHEATER (Rock the Bells)
8/13      SANTA CRUZ, CA           CATALYST
8/15      SEATTLE, WA              SHOWBOX
8/18      SAN FRANCISCO, CA        MCCOVEY COVE
8/19      SACRAMENTO, CA           SLEEP TRAIN AMPHITHEATER
8/21      SALT LAKE CITY, UT       USANA AMPHITHEATER
8/22      DENVER, CO               RED ROCKS AMPHITHEATER
8/23      LAWRENCE, KS             GRANADA
8/25      MINNEAPOLIS, MN          METRODOME
8/26      CHICAGO, IL              CHARTER ONE PAVILION
8/27      MADISON, WI              BARRYMORE
8/28      CLEVELAND, OH            HOUSE OF BLUES
8/29      DETROIT, MI              DTE ENERGY MUSIC THEATER

http://www.talibkweli.com/

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For more information, please contact:

Simone Smalls
Susan Blond, Inc.
212-333-7728 ext. 118
Simone@susanblondinc.com

Richie Abbott
Warner Bros. Records
818-953-3408
Richie.Abbott@wbr.com

Ja Rule Brings The Mirror

Hip Hop Legend's First New Album since 2004

New Single "Uh Ohhh" Featuring Lil Wayne Hits Radio Today

July 17, 2007
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--It's not uncommon for a new album to offer a glimpse behind the artist but when that artist is an entrepreneur, film star, social activist, hip hop mogul, Grammy nominee and lightning rod – only one man can hold the glass up to himself and challenge both the game that brought him and the aftermath. That artist is Ja Rule and his new album, The Mirror, his seventh, heralds a bold new introspective era in hip hop – the same way the Queens native crashed the gates of the rap game with his turn-of-the-decade masterpiece – Venni Vetti Vecci – and has been 'coming' and 'conquering' – 12 million albums strong - ever since.

Armed with a blistering new single, “Uh Ohhh,” featuring none other than Lil Wayne - impacts today, and christening a new record company - Mpire (and a rejuvenated The Murder Inc Records - which he co-owns, and its new association with Universal Motown) – Ja Rule looks both back and forward on the new one, enlisting the Top Dawg production team and other select guest appearances, as he lays claim to hard-won personal turf and higher ground.

From the redemptive “Abandoned” to the banging and to the downright righteous exchange he trades with Lil Wayne on the sizzling new single “Uh Ohhh,” Ja Rule tips his hand more than ever about the hurdles he’s successfully resolved and the new doors and challenges opening up ahead. A foreshadowing of a new ‘player-coach mode’ in his future can be gleamed in his latest multi-platform ventures: known for his savvy business acumen, his new company Rule Global Media includes an internet radio station, 187fm.com., a new film company – Tunnel Vision, and his latest, finger-on-the-pulse adventure - the launch of starsonpoker.com which brings fans, celebrities and gaming aficionados together on the internet for an opportunity to really see how Ja Rule lays it down.

Hailing from the fertile hip hop territory of Hollis, Queens, Ja Rule has been running the rap table since the late ‘90s, stepping up and seizing the moment on Jay-Z’s scorcher “Can I Get A…’ in 1998, he has never looked back. Co-founder with hip hop mogul/producer Irving “Gotti” Lorenzo of the revered hip hop Mpire/label Murder Inc Records, which has launched, Ashanti, Lloyd, Channel 7, and Ja Rule himself, among others. The prolific star has sandwiched 4 platinum/multi-platinum albums among his own six acclaimed releases, including his most recent near-platinum 2005 offering R.U.L.E. which was the first album to offer an Xbox Live subscription component.

Progenitor of countless superstar collaborations (including Jay-Z, DMX, Fat Joe, Ashanti, Snoop Dogg, Method Man and others) and winner of numerous awards, including, a MTV Award, a BET Award, and a World Music Award for Best Selling Rap Artist. Ja Rule was nominated for 4 Grammy Awards for his 2002 triple platinum opus Pain Is Love. The album is considered a classic among music industry chroniclers.

One of hip hop’s most dedicated social activists, Ja Rule was honored with an NAACP Image Award in 2002. For nearly a decade his L.I.F.E. Foundation has created programs and life solutions for ‘at-risk’ inner city kids, providing invaluable skills to disenfranchised youth by supplying mentors and programs geared to preparing them for the difficult transition from childhood to adulthood. The L.I.F.E. Foundation provides workshops, guest speakers, counseling, and a myriad of charitable and community events throughout the year. The L.I.F.E. Foundation will host their first annual LIFE Weekend August 17th through August 19th in New York City. For More information, contact Erica Ford at 718-978-3942.

Contacts

Universal Motown Records
Kimberly Harris, 212-373-0701
Kimberly.Harris@umusic.com