MULTI-PLATINUM HIP-HOP PRODUCER PREPS FOR ANOTHER 20 MILLION

Atlanta, GA (October 11, 2007) – With 20 Million albums worldwide already on his plate by contributing to 50 Cent's rap career with the smash hit "Wanksta," Multi-Platinum and ASCAP (Rhythm & Soul) Award winning producer J-Praize is ready for another 20 million hit with his new record label "Tha Cross Entertainment."

This venture inspired by the talented producer's belief in sacrifice, is already producing waves within the music industry with a roster of dynamic and emerging artists. Major record labels are already talking about including Tha Cross Entertainment to their line-up.

One of The Cross's artists is a veteran to the music scene.  Former Yung Joc group member, "Real McCoy", was specially hand-picked by J-Praize and has been strategically developed by "Tha Cross Entertainment" team and is now actively ready and prepared to take the hip-hop industry by storm with his first single "Porn Star." The upbeat track is already a hit in the Clubs and also receiving major radio requests in many markets.  But it doesn't stop there; J-Praize has also composed an exclusive production team which includes several powerful producers and songwriters that are already producing smash hits for the label's artists.  Tha Cross's songwriting team "Tha Collective" are also writing songs and tracks for different artists outside his label.

J-Praize is definitely not your average producer from the East Coast. The triple threat Queens, NY native is not only a producer but is also a mentor to his artists and a hands on Record Executive/CEO who looks to craft and build his label while promoting his artists.  As he and his record label grows, J-Praize seeks to gain more talented artists, producers and songwriters, male and female, ready to top the charts.

Currently based in Atlanta, Tha Cross Entertainment looks to appeal to different aspects of music and hip-hop lovers by producing music that listeners can sit and relate to the real and sometimes blunt lyrics, but at the same time, enjoy the catchy beats that makes them want to dance and have fun.

J-Praize expects nothing less than what he has already sacrificed for and MUSIC is just one of them.

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For more information on J-Praize and Tha Cross Entertainment, visit the official J-Praize website at www.j-praize.com and/or the official J-Praize myspace at www.myspace.com/praizeme

For media inquiries, contact Linda Luna at:

LunaChic PR

(310)774-1999

linda@lunachicpr.com

FORMER CASH MONEY MILLIONAIRE, GILLIE DA KID, WORKING AS A SECURITY GUARD?

New York, NY-10/11/2007(Entertainment Wire)-Former Cash Money Millionaire,Gillie Da Kid leaves his normal acting job starring as a beef rapper, in his self published Youtube videos and street DVD's, to star in the Shurwil Langston  film "EX$PENDABLE.  Gillie was cast as a security guard that gets involved in a bloody shoot out against a Dominican gang in a Warehouse. The film also stars Gary Sturgis ( Daddy's Little Girl) , Taral Hicks ( Soul Food), Thulisio Dingwall ( HBO's "THE WIRE"), William L. Johnson ( Crossover), Sundy Carter ( Bringing Down the House), The African King of Comedy, Michael Blackson and Omillio Sparks. Sparks who is best known for his role as "Baby Boy" in the Lionsgate Films State Property 1 & 2, takes on another gangster role as Raphael, a savvy street hustler, that's on the verge of exploiting an underground ring of informants that are run by the Philadelphia Police Department. Langston says the EX$PENDABLE Soundtrack will feature Gillie's recent street track "Get Down on the Ground" & Sparks second single " 4 The Love or Money". The Philly pair have both reported that the music on their upcoming LP's are in fact inspired by the movie "EX$PENDABLE". Production began October 1st and is anticipated to end in late November.

About EX$PENDABLE"

In the violent streets of Killadelphia, brotherly love comes with a price when two brothers Salim (Gary Sturgis)&  Raphael (Omillio Sparks) find themselves apart of  a treacherous web of betrayal, deceit, and corruption at the highest level. EX$PENDABLE takes you deep into the underground world of an informant system ran by the Philadelphia Police Department and a powerful city official.  The informant system has deadly consequences and carries the huge price of violating the street code of ethics for "no snitching".  Dileo (Thuliso Dingwall), an adolescent who kee ps his ear to the streets, puts the word out about the conspiracy. Raphael and Salim find themselves using their inside connects to uncover the secret identities of the informants- to take what they claim to be rightfully theirs. However, Raphael pays a higher price and everything he knows and loves is on the line, when he discovers that his girlfriend Sheena ( Sundy Carter) is too, an informant. Sheena & Raphael are now a part of this deadly circle, where there is no love or mercy and everything and everyone are in fact EX$PENDABLE….

For Media Inquiries, Movie Stills, Interviews with Cast and or the Director please contact:

Brash PR

Tiffiany Vaughn (Publicist)

Philadelphia Office

215.876.7140

"The Power of Labels in Hip Hop"

Profanity Free, Hip-Hop Artist Sance Conducts Workshop
@
Pace University Conference:
Laid To Rest? The N-Word and Other Language of "Dissed" Respect

NEW YORK- Sance, the dynamic young rising star from TFD Records, will appear at the Pace University Drive-In Conference, Laid To Rest? The N-Word and Other Language of "Dissed" Respect. The theme of the conference is to promote intellectual discourse about what is arguably the most infamous word in American culture. "I am working diligently to create a forum to educate, unite and uplift those within the African Diaspora concerning what is possibly the ugliest racial slur ever created," states conference organizer Shanelle Henry Robinson, Director, Office of Diversity Programs, Pace University.

The conference will take place November 2, 8am-5pm on Pace's Pleasantville campus, which is located at: 861 Bedford Road in Pleasantville, N.Y.

Sance, whose recently released debut album 2829  is not only free of the N-word, he only uses profanity free lyrics. "I was raised and nurtured by women who taught me not only respect women but to also have self respect about one's self. I grew up in a household where the N-word and other profanity were not tolerated," explains Sance. "My mission is to revive Hip Hop back to its original soulfulness." Sance's album provides his audience meaningful lyrical interpretations of the myriad of challenges throughout life's journey.

Although of lately, there has been a furor concerning the N-word and profanity in some forms of music, we can see that the message has not taken root yet as evidenced by the two top selling Hip-Hop albums by Kanye West and 50 Cent, who both use  the N-word and profanity  throughout. their songs. With that in mind, Sance says, "This conference is long overdue and open discussion with the Hip-Hop consumer is the only way that we can effectively lay the N-word and other 'dissed' language to rest."

Sance, a  believer of the power of respect in Hip Hop,  is upset at the present course of  the genre and the many false labels associated with it. During his workshop, "The Power of Labels in Hip Hop," Sance will address the current state of rap music today.  "This is our culture...our lives, our dreams and our future. It's up to us as a community to facilitate change," says Sance. In preparation for "The Power of Labels in Hip Hop," Sance  has prepared a word game for his audience that will introduce them to the devastation of utilizing inappropriate and demeaning names when dealing with or addressing another human being. Sance aims to teach attendees how  common words associated with Hip-Hop music can effect the self esteem and self respect of listeners.

The day long Pace University conference includes a panel discussion moderated by Michaela Angela Davis (former executive fashion and beauty editor of Essence magazine); special guest speakers; a book signing by author Jabari Asim (The N WOrd: Who Can Say It, Who Whouldn't And Why); a poem recited by 8-year-old poet extraordinaire Autum Ashante'; a vendor fair; and workshops like "The Power of Labels in Hip Hop."

Pace University's Laid To Rest? The N-Word and Other Language of "Dissed" Respect conference is open to all.

For additional information about the conference, please visit www.pace.edu/laidtorest or contact: Shanelle Henry Robinson at (914) 773-3775.

For information about Sance, please visit www.sancemusic.com.

Press information contact: S&S Associates 908-221-1660
Tonya Payton - tonya@ssassocs.com  or Ann Brown - ann@ssassocs.com

First Annual Hip-Hop Journalism Association Conference

HAVE YOU REGISTERED YET?

Miami, FL October 11th 2007

October 19 and 20 will see hundreds of journalists descend upon the idyllic setting of Miami for the First Annual HHJA Conference. The two day event which will be held at the Doubletree Grand Hotel - Biscayne Bay will feature panels and workshops with a wide variety of journalists from respected publications such as BET, XXL, NPR, AllHipHop.com, The Source, HipHopDX.com and Ballerstatus.com. There has never been a more appropriate time to bring together individuals with an unbridled passion for both Hip-Hop and writing.
Proud sponsors of the event include Borders, Slip N Slide Records, The Broward Times, WhoMag.net. and Makavelli.

To register for the event or just to find out more about the organization please go to www.HHJA.org
The Hip Hop Journalism Association (HHJA) is a professional membership organization of journalists, students, and media professionals whose mission is to improve the quality and integrity of hip hop journalism.  HHJA offers a comprehensive program of scholarly publications, training, fellowships, and activities to advance Hip Hop journalism, disseminate knowledge, and improve the capacity of the profession to enhance the public.

About Critical MMG
Critical Marketing and Media Group was established to allow artists and establishments global recognition. This attention is generated through rigorous marketing and strategic development and extensive exposure through all aspects of media.

HHJA
Brian Sims - Director
Director@HHJA.org

Critical Marketing and Media Group
Melanie J Cornish
CriticalMMG@gmail.com

Philadelphia Native to Represent U.S. in Global Smirnoff Experience Program

NORWALK, Conn., Oct. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Smirnoff Co., owner of Smirnoff(R) vodka, the world's number-one selling premium spirit, announced today that Philadelphia resident Ben Robinson III is the United States winner in its global search for 10 people who will visit the world's most exciting events, festivals, bars and clubs across six continents. Robinson will join nine other jet-setters from Poland, the United Kingdom, Canada, Latin America, Brazil, Thailand, South Africa and Japan -- dubbed "the Smirnoff Ten" -- for one year, as they re-trace the journey of the Smirnoff brand in a celebration of its rich heritage.

As a member of the Smirnoff Ten, Robinson attended the inaugural Smirnoff Experience event in Moscow on September 29th, to be followed by stints in Shanghai, Paris and New York -- four landmark cities in Smirnoff history. The brand sought out writers, photographers, reporters, cameramen/women and editors with unique style and finesse to comprise the Smirnoff Ten.

Robinson, age 29, owns a video production company with his cousins called The Pham Productions, combining his love for Philadelphia and family. Selected specifically to report on hip-hop music, for which he has a great deal of knowledge and affinity, Robinson hopes to use his video production skills and learnings on the road to communicate the Smirnoff Experience to the rest of the world. Robinson describes himself in the same way he describes his home town; "real, accessible and with soul."

Content derived from the short films, blogs, photos and other media the Smirnoff Ten will be generating from their travels will be featured on Smirnoff.com as well as on websites, TV, radio, and print. Under an agreement with YouTube, the Smirnoff Ten will be featured on a branded channel throughout the year.

Diageo reminds its adult consumers to drink responsibly. As the world's largest spirits, wine and beer company, Diageo is committed to social responsibility and the responsible marketing of its brands. The Diageo Marketing Code is one of the most stringent in the industry. Diageo is a founding member and major supporter of The Century Council, a not-for-profit organization whose programs are designed to combat drunk driving and underage drinking.

About Diageo

Diageo (Dee-AH-Gee-O) is the world's leading premium drinks business with an outstanding collection of beverage alcohol brands across spirits, wine and beer. These brands include Johnnie Walker, Guinness, Smirnoff, J&B, Baileys, Cuervo, Tanqueray, Captain Morgan, Crown Royal, Beaulieu Vineyard and Sterling Vineyards wines. Diageo is a global company, trading in some 180 countries around the world. The company is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (DGE). For more information about Diageo, its people, brands, and performance, visit us at http://www.diageo.com/.

  Celebrating life, every day, everywhere, responsibly.

  For Further Details, Please Contact:
  Libby Tierney                      Patti Costantino
  Taylor -- (212) 714-1280 x 310     Diageo -- (646) 223-2040
  ltierney@taylorpr.com              patricia.costantino@diageo.com

  *(IMPACT, Volume 36, Nos. 5&6, March 1&15, 2006)

Source: Diageo

CONTACT: Libby Tierney of Taylor Communications, +1-212-714-1280 x 310,
ltierney@taylorpr.com, for Diageo; Patti Costantino of Diageo,
+1-646-223-2040, patricia.costantino@diageo.com

Web site: http://www.diageo.com/
http://www.smirnoff.com/

Digiwaxx "Still Breakin' Boundaries" at the 2007 CMJ Music Marathon and Film Festival

Digiwaxx Media collaborates with CMJ for "The Get Back", the illest college DJ bash

October 11, 2007 (NEW YORK) --- Digiwaxx Media, the global platform for digital music promotion and innovative influencer marketing, is partnering with CMJ (College Music Journal) to present the hottest college DJ party in New York. Occurring on Thursday, October 18th in New York's artistically rich L.E.S. neighborhood, "The Get Back" will create an evening reminiscent of old school New York nightlife with feel good music by DJ Spinna, DJ J. Rock, and DJ Cosmo Baker, just to name a few. The evening will be hosted by Jaz-O & El De Sensei with confirmed performances by Emily King and Pharoah Monch.

"The Get Back" will honor college radio with a celebration of "true school music" during the largest college music festival, 2007 CMJ Music Marathon & Film Festival. Eliminating the divide that exists between underground and mainstream music, Digiwaxx Media will present artists that represent genuine talent. Those in attendance will be able to experience great new underground music from industry-acclaimed djs and artists.

With CMJ's already diverse crowd of music enthusiasts, The Get Back will usher in and entertain a unique crowd of music enthusiasts. This bash is sure to be filled with taste makers, industry execs, college radio djs, and many other influential figures that break fresh new music.

As digital music technology rapidly advances, Digiwaxx remains at the forefront of the industry by bridging the digital divide that specifically exists in the urban music community. Recognizing the importance of college radio, this event will only further prove Digiwaxx expansion and diversification within the music industry.

   For more information on Digiwaxx Media or CMJ please contact:

   Lucinda Joseph

   Digiwaxx Media

   212-665-8607 x 239

   Lucinda@digiwaxx.com

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About Digiwaxx Media

Founded in 1998 by Corey Llewellyn, Digiwaxx Media is a global, multifaceted technology and media firm that specializes in entertainment marketing and promotion. With over 30,000 exclusively-served members around the world, top-tier DJs and elite music promotion specialists are at the heart of Digiwaxx's brand. The first service of its kind, Digiwaxx Media is at the forefront of the music marketing industry by the means of innovative technology, sophisticated marketing stratagem and inexhaustible mass appeal with those it serves. For more information on Digiwaxx Media, please visit http://www.digiwaxx.com.

About CMJ

The CMJ Network is an innovator in music discovery, artist development and market analysis. It serves and interconnects music industry professionals, broadcasters, musicians, consumers and advertisers. Its integrated media channels, services and events deliver decision-critical data, compelling entertainment content and access to marketing and promotional opportunities. CMJ Events produces live music events and conferences including the legendary CMJ Music Marathon, the largest music event of its kind. For more information, visit www.cmj.com.

H3 Enterprises President and CEO Dr. Benjamin Chavis Announces Signing of Tampa Bay Lease for HipHopSodaShop

NEW YORK, NY -- (Market Wire - Oct 11, 2007) --  H3 Enterprises, Inc (PINKSHEETS: HTRE) President and CEO, Dr. Benjamin Chavis, announced today the signing of a Lease Agreement between Alexander Reid Land Development, LLC and H3 Enterprises, Inc. effective October 10, 2007, for a fully furnished, 11,000 square foot restaurant and entertainment facility located in Tampa at 1241 E. Fowler Avenue, less than a mile from the University of South Florida.

"We are keeping our commitment to open our first HipHopSodaShop in the Tampa Bay/St. Petersburg area," explained Dr. Chavis. "We also signed a Letter of Understanding between H3 Enterprises, Inc. and E&E Global Enterprises, LLC to manage and operate the Tampa Bay HipHopSodaShop," Dr. Chavis further stated. The principals of E&E Global Enterprises, LLC are Eric Von Billington of Tampa and Eric Green of St. Petersburg.

Details of H3's latest business developments will be discussed in depth on a national telephone conference call that can be viewed worldwide at www.H3inc.com on Monday, October 15, 2007 at 11 AM EDT. To join in on the conference call dial: 1-218-339-7800 with Participant Access Code: 178920.

Safe Harbor: Certain information included herein may contain statements that are forward looking, such as statements relating to plans for future expansion and other business development activities. Such forward-looking information is subject to changes and variations which are not reasonably predictable and which could significantly affect future results.

Contact:
H3 Enterprises, Inc.
www.h3inc.com
www.hiphopsodashop.com
877 H3 HIPHOP
212 385 8039

Get Heard, Get Seen, Get Signed At The 2007 Demo Shopping Symposium: The A&R Hook Up on 11/17/07 in NYC

Meet Face to Face with 3 Different Major Label A&R's and get Your Music Package Evaluated on the Spot @ Urban Threshold's Demo Shopping Symposium on 11/17/07 in NYC. Also meet with one of the nation's largest distribution companies for consideration for a National Distribution Deal!

(PRWEB) October 12, 2007 -- Urban Threshold Enterprises Inc., the company that founded the A&R Power Summit and The Underground Music Awards, presents The 2007 Demo Shopping Symposium on Saturday, November 17th, 2007 in NYC.

At the symposium, aspiring artists, songwriters, and producers will get the opportunity to meet face to face with three different Major Label A&R's for consideration for a record or publishing deal. Their music package will be evaluated on the Spot.

Equally important, independent labels will be able to meet with some of the nation's largest distribution companies for consideration for a national distribution deal.

Event: The 2007 Demo Shopping Symposium
Date: Saturday, November 17th, 2007 in NYC
Time: 1:00PM until 6:00PM
# of Attendees: Max of 50 Registrants
Place: Absolutely No Walk Ins. Artists Must Register To Find Out the Location in NYC
Registration is $300 per person.

For secure Online registration please log on to http://www.HipHopPalace.com

The A&R's confirmed for the 2007 Demo Shopping Symposium include A&R's from the following labels: Universal, Jive, SonyBMG, Bad Boy, Capitol Music Group, Atlantic Recordsm Shady, Def Jam Interscope, TVT and More.

Registration is $300 per person. However, managers are free if they are accompanying their artists.

To register online, please log on to http://www.HipHopPalace.com or call 917- 355-3456, or 212-340-1118, or 917-378-4146 or email us at PromoRadio247 @ gmail.com or Mrraw78@yahoo.com,
or artistsbooking @ gmail.com

Mission of the 2007 Demo Shopping Symposium:

Our mission is to bridge the gap between unsigned artists and the music industry via workshops, demo critiques, business tips, networking, industry advice, and one on one mentorship.

Overview of the 2007 Demo Shopping Symposium::

It is becoming increasingly difficult to secure a major label deal. To be frank, in today's marketplace, most labels are more concerned with the research numbers connected to an artist's music than his/her ability to rock a crowd. Labels are more interested in an artist's song catalouge and his/her ability to develop a fan base beyond a showcase as evidenced by BDS spins and Soundscan sales.

An artist must ask himself/herself the following questions:

Does he/she have the tremendous amount of resources needed to build a national buzz through radio airplay and soundscan sales? Is he/she affiliated with a team or organization that is already signed with a major? Is he/she co-signed by a platinum producer or top notch mixtape DJ?

If the answer is no, then the best avenue an artist must take to get a deal is to develop a local buzz and build solid relationships with industry insiders. He or she must get on the radar with the A&R's, marketing reps, radio promoters etc. The music business is all about relationships!

The Urban Threshold Demo Shopping conference will assist in building solid music business relationships. The event will take place on November 17th, 2007. The Symposium will provide attendees with the opportunity to network with high profile industry insiders and build relationships. The event is designed to bridge the gap between the unsigned artist and the music industry. A max of 60 registrants are allowed to attend the conference.

The conference's attendees will get the opportunity to meet face to face with three major label A&R's. A&R's from Shady, Def Jam, Capitol Music Group, Atlantic, Jive, J Records, TVT, and Missing Link Publishing will sit on the listening panel. Many of these A&R's do not routinely accept unsolicited material, let alone take time out to have face to face meetings. The conference's attendees will get their music evaluated for deal consideration and received live feedback on the spot!

Equally important, the Urban Threshold Demo Shopping conference will feature very educational and enlightening Class room lectures from Distribution, Publishing, and Marketing professionals.

To register online, please log on to http://www.HipHopPalace.com or call 917- 355-3456, or 212-340-1118, or 917-378-4146 or email us at PromoRadio247@gmail.com or Mrraw78@yahoo.com,
or artistsbooking@gmail.com

DISCLAIMER: Urban Threshold Enterprises Inc. CANNOT GUARANTEE that any attendee will receive any sort of deal (i.e. Record, Distribution, Publishing, Production, Label Venture, etc). Urban Threshold will guarantee that attendees will have the opportunity to present their music to high profile music executives for consideration for a record deal.

About Urban Threshold Enterprises Inc.:

URBAN THRESHOLD ENTERPRISES INC. is a multi-faceted venture positioned to become one of the top brand names in the ten billion dollar urban lifestyle market. Their mission is to elevate Hip Hop back to its royal essence by fusing the old school with the new school and by tapping into the energy and vibe of today's Hip Hop generation.

Urban Threshold Inc. is the parent company of Hip Hop Palace.com, Promo Radio 24/7FM, Urban Threshold TV, and we publish URBAN THRESHOLD MAGAZINE. In addition, the company presents bi-weekly artist showcases, the semi-annual A&R Power Summit, and the Annual Underground Music Awards. And, Urban Threshold is an affiliate with the third largest independent distributor of music, which is Select-O-Hits distribution.

Equally important the company has a demo shopping program whereby it facilitates face to face meetings with top notch A&R's at the major labels.

URBAN THRESHOLD ENTERPRISES is navigated by President and CEO Jesse Atkinson. The management team includes Chief Operating Officer, Robert Wright, and Executive Vice president J. Price Mars.

Urban Threshold Enterprises Inc. is the one-stop shop for independent urban music artists. Urban Threshold owns media properties across all media lines: PRINT, RADIO, TV, INTERNET. (Urban Threshold Magazine, Promo Radio 24/7FM, Urban Threshold TV, and Hip Hop Palace.com)

For Sponsorship Opportunities regarding Urban Threshold Events please contact: Jesse Atkinson at hiphoppalaceceo @ yahoo.com or Rob Wright at mrraw78 @ yahoo.com or J Price Mars at artistsbooking @ gmail.com

Hip Hop Press & ProHipHop at Twitter via Twitterfeed

You can now stalk Hip Hop Press and ProHipHop blog posts via Twitter:
twitter.com/hiphoppress
twitter.com/prohiphop

Because the service will only display 5 posts at a time, some Hip Hop Press posts will not show up during busy periods when I post a larger batch. 

If you happen to check this out right away, you'll note that Hip Hop Press has no press releases yet.  They'll start showing next time I post one.  ProHipHop currently has a mix of PHH and HHP posts but the Hip Hop Press posts will no longer be included.  So you can have one or both.

I'm currently using twitterfeed.com to make this happen.

My understanding is that the Twitter subscription option available when registering for Feedblitz newsletters results in my posts getting posted to your Twitter page, though that may involve the "your timeline" option vs. the "Direct" option.

So this provides another option for Twitter users that may better fit current use patterns.  Or something like that!

If you prefer a daily email version:
Hip Hop Press Newsletter
ProHipHop Newsletter

Hip Hop Press Will Post Friday; Now Available at prohiphop.mobi

Hip Hop Press will be back tomorrow.

You can now get full text Hip Hop Press in mobile friendly form at prohiphop.mobi which currently redirects to http://m.mofuse.com/phhmobi.

Partial ProHipHop and World Cypher feeds are also available.

HIP-HOP ARTISTS CELEBRATE THE BEST BREEDS OF PITBULLS AT ATOMIC DOGG MAGAZINE'S LOS ANGELES SUPER BULLY SHOW

(Los Angeles, Ca.,October 10, 2007) Pit bull lovers like Master P, Paul Wall, Lloyd Banks, Zach Randolph, and countless others, have graced the pages of the premier Pit Bull lifestyle publication, Atomic Dogg magazine, showcasing some of the finest classes of Pit bulls ever bred. Now the magazine is bringing its pages to life by showing just how much love people have for their animals by showcasing some of the absolute top of the line show dogs in Southern California, as Atomic Dogg magazine in association with the American Bully Kennel Club presents the first Annual Los Angeles Super Bully Show. The Super Bully Show will take place October 20, 2007 at the El Rancho Farralon in El Monte, Ca and will feature the top dogs alongside some of hip-hops favorite Pit lovers to celebrate the controversial canines.

Since the magazine's inception over two years ago, it's focus has been on the love and care put forth into keeping the pit bulls lineage alive for the purpose of showing, not fighting, as many people assume the dogs are trained to do. "People always think dog breeders only train dogs to fight but Atomic Dog has made it a point to highlight the entire culture," explains the magazines editor Juan, "Atomic Dogg has gotten alot of respect for the way we feature the better side of what raising pit's is about." The magazine represents an entire culture of breeding and lifestyle practices for the most avid lovers of Pit Bulls and those who appreciate the sport of raising dogs. The event will also feature some of the hottest Chevy's and Lo-Lo's on the West, with food, music and family fun for all.

The event will be hosted by Power 106's Luscious Liz and some of LA's finest will be out to support the Pit bull culture including: E-40, DJ Quik, Glasses Malone, Bishop Lamont, Suga Free, WC, Guerilla Black, Psycho Realm, DJ Skee, Ya Boy, The Federation, J. Wells, J. Rocc, Nino Brown, Sinful, Technique Dynamic, Certified, Famous Crow, Cecy B, Western Union and more. Special invited guests include: Elite Edge, The Real Gotti Line, Grey Line, Royal Bloodline, Cali's Finest, Gotti Line Elite, Certified Bloodline and more

For more information visit www.myspace.com/theatomicdoggmagazine.com

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Media: For credentials please contact Octavia Bostick via email at thawrite1@gmail.com

Jim Jones Signs to Columbia Records and Retains Joint Partnership With KOCH Records

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - October 11, 2007) - Rapper and entrepreneur Jim Jones has signed a new deal with Columbia Records. This new deal is a partnership of sorts with KOCH Records. KOCH will still be involved in marketing and radio promotion for Jones, and participate in revenue streams, while Columbia will oversee all aspects of his campaigns.

Jones will have the best of both worlds as the #1 Indie label and one of the most historic major labels team up with him on his upcoming album.

Jones has recorded three albums for KOCH Records: "On My Way to Church" (2004), "Harlem: Diary of a Summer" (2005), and "Hustler's P.O.M.E. (Product of My Environment)" (2006). "Hustler's P.O.M.E." recently was certified Gold, and spawned his smash hit, "We Fly High."

KOCH Records President Bob Frank states, "Jim Jones is a superstar and this arrangement positions him in such a way as to maximize the strengths of the #1 Independent KOCH Records and the most storied and historic label in the history of the record business, Columbia Records."

"We are thrilled to join forces with KOCH Records on behalf of Jim Jones. We believe in his artistry and are excited about the future," said Steve Barnett of Columbia Records.

"Jim Jones is the real deal," added Hip Hop of Columbia Records. "He has been in the game for a minute and is one of the best."

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 is listed on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market (ticker symbol "ETO").

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

Yvette Noel-Schure
@ 212-833-4483

LATIN HIP-HOP BREAKS INTO THE MAINSTREAM WITH THE HELP OF AN ELECTRIFYING DOCUMENTARY FILM

Avanti Production makes amazing documentary about Latin Hip-hop that shows the influence of Hip-hop on the next generation of Latino Americans.

Los Angles, CA -- (ArriveNet - Oct 11, 2007) -- Political candidates, advertising firms, television executives and networks, are scrambling for a way to connect with the growing influence of Latino culture. If many of them looked hard enough they would find a large and growing influence of Hip-Hop on young Latino American lives.

La Revolúcion Es La Música is a documentary film that shows the influence of Hip-Hop on the next generation of Latino Americans. Fans and artist alike are gaining a voice with this new genre of music.

With the rapid Latino population growth on the West Coast, Hip-Hop was bound to find a new groove. Using familiar sounds like Ranchero or cumbia music, young Latino-Americans have embraced Hip-Hop so they can be heard in their own voice, using a unique language that speaks to the millions of Latinos in the West Coast who are sharing a common experience.

Many of the artists interviewed give positive advice for young Latino Americans who find themselves struggling with the idea of joining gangs and trying to find a place in society. The film shows their everyday lives, the struggles they go through, and how Hip-Hop has given them an outlet to speak out and represent their growing culture.

The film has already gained attention in publications such as RealTalkLA.com with a featured article entitled, "Delivering Messages Through Hip-Hop", as well as over the Internet amongst the many fans of the featured artist.

Some of the artist and DJs featured include: Psycho Realm, DJ Mugs, 2Mex, Big Latin, MC Magic, Down, Coolio, La Verdad, Fidel Rodriguez of Divine Forces Radio, Tha Sire, Shystie from the Latin Rap Conference, Diamonique, DJ Ray, Kiki Smooth, Lil G, and many more.

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If you would like more information on the films release, content, or participating artist, please contact Cleo Valente, Executive Producer/Director by email at avantiproductions@gmail.com or phone at 323-992-4338.

Free at Last - West Coast MC Ras Kass and Capitol Records Officially Part Company

Rapper Free to Pursue New Label Deals

    NEW YORK, Oct. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- After several years of litigation,
West Coast MC John Austin aka Ras Kass and recording label Capitol
Records/EMI have entered into a settlement agreement, the exact terms of
which have not been disclosed. While details of the agreement are not
known, Ras Kass is now legally able to seek out new recording agreements
and can seek out new deals with new labels.
    Ras Kass originally signed with Priority Records through a deal with
Patchwerk Records where he released 1996's critically acclaimed Soul on Ice
and 1998's Rasassination. Ras Kass then re-signed directly with Priority
and was set to drop Van Gogh in 2001 but that label's merger with Capitol,
which was taking place at that time, affected the promotion of that
project, after being pushed back twice, the project was permanently shelved
by the label. The album had however been leaked on the internet and had
been very well received by fans.
    A replacement album was planned entitled Goldyn Chyld featuring new
material and tracks from the shelved Van Gogh, with an intended 2002
release date. That project too was shelved following bitter disputes
between Ras Kass and Capitol, Ras' subsequent incarceration that year, and
the growing animosity between him and the label made future projects
unlikely.
    May 2004 saw the filing of a lawsuit by Austin in California which
contained causes of action for Declaratory Relief re: Labor Code Sec.
2855(b); Breach of Contract; Breach of Implied Covenant of Good Faith and
Fair Dealing; Interference with Prospective Economic Advantages and
Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress. Shortly thereafter a lawsuit
was filed in New York federal court by Capitol/EMI in August 2004 alleging
Federal Copyright Infringement due to Ras' release of a mix tape entitled
Re-Up for which Capitol/EMI obtained a default judgment against the MC. In
the California lawsuit, Capitol/EMI filed a Motion for Summary Judgment,
which was granted, and obtained a judgment against Ras in the fall of 2006;
that Judgment was appealed.
    October 2007 sees a final and legal end to the disputes. His management
team, Asti Management (Styles P, Kid Capri) is anxious to begin shopping
him for a new deal. Ras himself is very satisfied with the final
resolution. "I am just relieved and thankful to my management team, all the
magazines that showed me love since this started and everyone that showed
their support for me over these past few years. Now I am anxious to finally
be able to pursue my passion, spread my wings and remind the world why Ras
Kass is one of the greatest MCs of all time, dead or alive!" says Ras Kass.
    Fans can see Ras Kass perform on this year's BET Hip Hop Awards,
Saturday, October 13 2008 in the Cypher Segment.

SOURCE MC John Austin

Common Shoots Starstudded Video for 'I Want You'

ALICIA KEYS, KANYE WEST, WILL.I.AM, SERENA WILLIAMS & KERRY WASHINGTON (CO-DIRECTOR) SHOW SUPPORT

COMMON IS NOMINATED FOR 5 BET AWARDS HIP HOP AWARDS

    LOS ANGELES, Oct. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Grammy winning rap superstar
Common stars in his most provocative video ever, "I Want You," debuting
this week featuring Alicia Keys, Kanye West, Derek Luke, tennis star Serena
Williams, Will.I.Am and acclaimed actress Kerry Washington ("Ray," "The
Last King Of Scotland," and "Mr. & Mrs. Smith") who also served as the
co-director.
    "I Want You," produced by Will.I.Am, is the latest single from Common's
G.O.O.D Music/Geffen Records CD Finding Forever which debuted earlier this
year at #1 on Billboard's "Hot 200" chart. After making his acting debut
last year with Keys in "Smokin' Aces," these dynamic performers are
reunited as lovers in this powerful and passionate video inspired by the
1986 Mickey Rourke/Kim Basinger erotic classic "9 1/2 Weeks."
    "Kerry and I have always admired each others work and always wanted to
collaborate on a project. When we began planning for the video for "I Want
You," I reached out to Kerry to star in it and it developed into her
directing. She had a strong vision for the song that grabbed me from the
start so we got our cast and crew together and made it happen," states
Common.
    Now celebrating his 15th anniversary as a recording artist, Common has
earned numerous rave reviews for Finding Forever which was Executive
Produced by Kanye:
    "[Finding Forever] possesses a timeless vibe that few rap albums have."
                               People Magazine

    "The Chi-town wordsmith might just be the best-equipped to save hip-hop
    from its commercial slump."
                              Billboard Magazine

    "Once again, Common makes timeless hip hop seem easy."
                                 XXL Magazine
    In addition to the critical success, Common recently received his 3rd
gold-selling album certification with Finding Forever (other gold albums by
Common are Like Water for Chocolate and Be) and he is nominated for five
BET Hip-Hop Awards: Live Performer Of The Year, CD Of The Year (Finding
Forever), MVP Of The Year, Lyricist Of The Year, and Hip-Hop Video Of The
Year for "The People."
    Common stars with Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe in one of the
most anticipated movies of the fall, "American Gangster," opening November
2nd, and he's completed production on "Wanted" featuring Morgan Freeman and
Angelina Jolie and "The Night Watchman" with Forest Whitaker and Keanu
Reeves.
    This innovative artist is also an author whose second book "I Like You,
But I Love Me" was nominated for a NAACP Image Award, and this year he
became a fashion entrepreneur with the launch of his Soji hat line in
partnership with Italian hat maker La Coppola Storta. Common is also
demonstrating his social consciousness with his Common Ground Foundation,
an organization dedicated to utilizing the cultural relevance of hip-hop to
serve as an advocate for justice, education, to fight poverty, and to
increase health awareness amongst youth in underserved communities
throughout the United States.
    As a hip-hop trailblazer, actor, author, fashion designer, and
humanitarian, COMMON, is a true 20th century renaissance man. Be sure to
check him out as he currently crisscrosses the country on a multi-city
tour.

SOURCE Geffen Records

Island Def Jam Music Group and mSpot to Launch Label-Sponsored Mobile Radio Service -- IDJ Radio

IDJ Radio to Stream Six Urban Music Channels and On-Demand Video Content Continuously to Mobile Phones; Def Jam, mSpot and Nokia to Host San Francisco Launch Party and Press Reception at Ruby Skye Nightclub on October 23rd -- With Performances by Ne-Yo and The-Dream

NEW YORK, NY and PALO ALTO, CA--(Marketwire - October 11, 2007) - Island Def Jam Music Group, a unit of Universal Music Group, and mSpot, a pioneer in mobile music and radio, will introduce IDJ RADIO, a mobile music subscription service, at a gala press party starring Ne-Yo and The-Dream, to take place the first night of CTIA WIRELESS I.T. & Entertainment 2007, on October 23rd at San Francisco's premier nightclub, Ruby Skye.

IDJ RADIO is a streaming radio service that includes a variety of Urban music as well as on-demand videos from some of today's hottest artists. The musical focus is contemporary hip-hop/R&B, old school/classics, Reggaeton/Latin hip-hop and special programming by featured Island Def Jam artists -- as well as music from other labels.

The launch party, co-sponsored by Island Def Jam Music Group, mSpot and Nokia, will showcase IDJ Radio, along with Nokia's mobile sharing service MOSH and the new Nokia N810 Internet Tablet. The party will be headlined by performances from RIAA platinum Grammy-nominated Def Jam recording artist and songwriter Ne-Yo, and veteran songwriter-producer turned solo artist The-Dream. DJ Green Lantern will work the turntables for the night. Nokia's innovative MOSH social sharing site technology will provide party guests with exclusive barcode mobile invites that will be scanned from their mobile phone.

The IDJ RADIO party will climax the first day of activities at the CTIA WIRELESS I.T. & Entertainment conference at San Francisco's Moscone Center. The three-day event is recognized as the industry's most comprehensive showcase for ground-breaking wireless data innovations and creative solutions for enterprise and entertainment.

IDJ RADIO is the result of a two year development between Island Def Jam Music Group and mSpot, whose mobile radio services already stream more than 100 channels of music, news, sports, finance, entertainment, weather and talk radio to mobile phones across North America. IDJ RADIO will be available to consumers for a monthly fee, directly from their mobile carrier. The service will initially be available on one carrier to be named in the weeks ahead, with multiple carriers to be announced in the future.

About mSpot

mSpot's groundbreaking mobile music, radio and movie services enable carriers to deliver exciting, consumer-centric entertainment to mobile phones. mSpot has been pioneering mobile multimedia entertainment since launching the first mobile streaming radio service in April 2005. Today, more than one million consumers across North America use mSpot's services to discover, manage, purchase, and enjoy music, live radio, podcasts, videos, and movies from the biggest names in entertainment, including ABC Radio Networks, Buena Vista VOD, ClearChannel, FOX Sports Radio, Lionsgate, Marketwatch, Radio Disney and Universal Pictures. mSpot powers entertainment services in the U.S. for Sprint, Boost and U.S. Cellular and in Canada for TELUS and Bell Mobility. Founded in 2004, mSpot is a privately held company headquartered in Palo Alto, California and on the Web at www.mspot.com.

Note to press:

IDJ Radio, along with Nokia's mobile sharing service MOSH and new Nokia N810 Internet Tablet to be showcased at Oct. 23rd press event at Ruby Skye in San Francisco.
Contacts:
Tami Casey
Kulesa Public Relations for mSpot
650-340-1984

Laura Swanson
Island Def Jam
212-333-8533

Columbia Records Ready to Release Definitive 'Greatest Hits' Album From Groundbreaking Hip-Hop Icon Nas

Nas - 'Greatest Hits' - Available Tuesday, November 6

NEW YORK, Oct. 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Columbia Records announces the upcoming release of Greatest Hits, the definitive collection of classic tracks and more from the pioneering hip-hop icon Nas. Nas' Greatest Hits will be available in stores and online on Tuesday, November 6.

A career-spanning retrospective which also serves as an ideal introduction to Nas' most unforgettable tracks, Greatest Hits reprises 12 essential cuts culled from the artist's monumental Columbia Records catalog -- from 1994's Illmatic, one of the most influential albums in hip-hop history, through 2004's double disc masterpiece Street Disciple -- while premiering 2 newly recorded songs: "Surviving The Times" and "Less Than An Hour," featuring Cee- Lo, new theme music created for the soundtrack for "Rush Hour 3."

Since the 1994 release of Illmatic, the blueprint album which laid the foundation for East Coast hip-hop in the 90s while establishing Nas as one of hip-hop's most electrifying and influential urban street poets, Nas continues to be one of hip-hop's most potent, provocative, and abiding forces with a string of chart-topping RIAA gold and platinum successes to his credit: Illmatic (1994); It Was Written (1996); "Street Dreams" (1997); I Am...The Autobiography (1999); Nastradamus (1999); Stillmatic (2002); The Lost Tapes (2002); God's Son (2002); Street's Disciple (2004); and Hip Hop Is Dead (2006).

More than 20 million Nas albums, singles, and digital tracks have been sold worldwide since the release of Illmatic in 1994.

  NAS - GREATEST HITS - Tracklisting

   1)   Surviving The Times (newly recorded)
   2)   Less than an Hour (Theme from Rush Hour 3) (newly recorded)
   3)   It Ain't Hard to Tell (from Illmatic)
   4)   Life's A Bitch (from Illmatic)
   5)   N.Y. State of Mind (from Illmatic)
   6)   One Love (from Illmatic)
   7)   If I Ruled the World (Imagine That) (from It Was Written)
   8)   Street Dreams (Remix) Feat. R. Kelly (original from It Was Written;
   remix from 2002's From Illmatic to Stillmatic: The Remixes EP)
   9)   Hate Me Now Feat. Puff Daddy (from I Am ...  The Autobiography)
   10) One Mic (from Stillmatic)
   11) Got Ur Self A ...  (from Stillmatic)
   12) Made You Look (from God's Son)
   13) I Can (from God's Son)
   14) Bridging the Gap Feat. Olu Dara (from Street's Disciple)

Source: Columbia Records

CONTACT: Edwin Banacia of Columbia Records, +1-212-833-5072,
Edwin.Banacia@sonybmg.com

Web site: http://www.columbiarecords.com/
http://www.nasgreatesthits.com/

UNIVERSAL PICTURES AND IMAGINE ENTERTAINMENT PRESENT THE WORLD PREMIERE OF AMERICAN GANGSTER

TO BENEFIT BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA AND BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF MOUNT VERNON AT APOLLO THEATER IN HARLEM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2007

NEW YORK, Oct. 10 /PRNewswire/ --
  WHAT:   The world premiere of the drama AMERICAN GANGSTER

  WHO:    AMERICAN GANGSTER director/producer Ridley Scott; producer Brian
          Grazer; cast members Denzel Washington, Russell Crowe, Chiwetel
          Ejiofor, Cuba Gooding, Jr., Josh Brolin, Ted Levine, Armand
          Assante, John Ortiz, RZA, Lymari Nadal, Yul Vazquez, Idris Elba,
          Carla Gugino, Joe Morton, Common, Roger Guenveur Smith, T.I.
          Harris, Kadee Strickland, Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Melissa Hill and
          Ruby Dee; screenwriter Steven Zaillian

          Plus many additional celebrity guests.

  WHERE:  Apollo Theater
          253 West 125th Street
          New York City, NY

  WHEN:   Friday, October 19, 2007
          5:30 PM  Press Call Time
          6:30 PM  Celebrity Arrivals
          7:30 PM  Screening Begins

AMERICAN GANGSTER arrives in theaters nationwide on Friday, November 2, 2007.

Source: Universal Pictures

CONTACT: Television-Radio, Stacey Zarro, +1-212-445-3804; or
Print-Photographers, Damion Stene, +1-212-445-3833; or On-Line, Lindsey
Mesenbourg, +1-818-777-4758; or Boys & Girls Clubs of America,
Jan Still-Lindeman, +1-404-487-5739

New "Urban Guitar Bites" Samples for Akai MPC

Packed with over 960 sounds, MPCsounds.com releases the "Urban Guitar
Bites" sample library for the Akai MPC500/1000/2000/2500/3000/4000. The
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'Urban Guitar Bites' provides MPC users with numerous live nylon guitar riffs
and sample bites from some of Hip Hop's & Hollywood's most renowned urban
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"THE SALT-N-PEPA SHOW" AND "GOTTI'S WAY" PREMIERE ON VH1 ON MONDAY OCTOBER 15 BEGINNING AT 10:00PM*

New York, NY OCtOber 10 –Two new VH1 series will reveal personal journeys of hip hop celebrities Salt-N-Pepa and Irv Gotti on Monday nights beginning on October 15.

First up, on Monday, October 15 at 10:00 p.m., "The Salt-N-Pepa Show," will follow the two ladies who in 2002, at the height of their success, called it quits. Now, they've finally agreed to give it one more shot. But, Salt's still mad because she thinks she did all the work — and was never appreciated.  Pep's still angry that Salt broke up the group — and that she did it by calling Pep in the middle of a pedicure!   They have never before spoken to each other about why they broke up in the first place.  And now their lives couldn't be more different.  Salt is a devout Christian living a quiet married life. Pepa is still a party girl, still in love with the glory days. Can they overcome their past differences? Will God allow them to still push it on stage? Can they work together again without killing each other?

Following "The Salt-N-Pepa Show" at 10:30 PM, "Gotti's Way" follows Irv Gotti's efforts to resurrect his record label after being acquitted of money laundering charges in 2004. While trying to breathe new life into his label, The Inc., Gotti is also juggling his responsibilities as a husband and father of three.  The series will provide an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Irv's company and the music machine that he is, working with artists such as Vanessa Carlton, Lloyd, Ja Rule and more.  The show will also focus on the raw emotions between Irv and estranged wife, Debbie, by exposing their struggle to mend a severed relationship and make it functional for the sake of their family.

"The Salt-N-Pepa Show" is executive produced by Banks Tarver and Ken Druckerman for Left/Right Inc. Michael Hirschorn, Shelly Tatro and Danielle Gelfand executive produce for VH1.  Kari McFarland is supervising producer for VH1.

"Gotti's Way" is a 51 Pictures show, created by and executive produced by Cris Abrego. Jeff Olde, Jill Holmes, Kristen Kelly and Michael Hirschorn executive produce the series for VH1.

***For up-to-the-minute and archival press information including releases and photographs, visit VH1's press-only Web site at www.vh1.com/press***

Contacts:    

Michelle Clark/ "The Salt-N-Pepa Show"          

212-846-5576                                    

Toni Herron/"Gotti's Way"

212-846-7528

Naomi Bulochnikov/"Gotti's Way"

310-752-8311

UGA Music Business Program and AthFest to host free Music Industry Panels October 20, 2007 on the University of Georgia Campus

/24-7PressRelease/ - ATHENS, GA, October 10, 2007 - A day-long slate of panel discussions and seminars with prominent music industry professionals, organized by the University of Georgia Music Business Program in conjunction with AthFest, will take place on Saturday, October 20 from 12:30 pm to 5:00 pm in room 101 of the Student Learning Center (SLC) on the University of Georgia Campus. The times, guest speakers, and topics of the panels are:

Keynote Speaker: 12:30pm-1pm, Jeff Hoffman- Member of the founding executive team of Priceline.com Chairman and CEO of Black Sky Entertainment. The title of his address is "You CAN Make It In the Entertainment Business-Keys to Success".

"Music And Money- How to Make It and What To Do With It When You Do"
Panelists : (1:15pm-2:45pm) Rick Baker- First Vice President Merrill Lynch Private Banking, Giti Khalsa-Smith Barney/Orlando, Former member of the band "Seven Mary Three" , Marcus Matthews-CEO and co-founder of Blue Heat Games ,Rasheed Mohammed-SunTrust Private Wealth Management Sports & Entertainment Specialty Group-Atlanta , Scott Freeman- Sr. Editor Creative Loafing/Author, Cappriccieo Scates-SESAC

"Deal or No Deal-Major, Indie, or DIY? Panelist (3pm-4:30pm) Omara Harris-Entertainment Attorney, Chad Denney-GM Degy Booking International , Scott Keniley-Entertainment Attorney-Keniley Law Firm, George Howard-Loyala Univ./Berklee College of Music/ArtistsHouseMusic.org
Paul Diaz-Tree Sound Studios/Tree Leaf Music

Post Panel Seminar: "Monetizing Your Web Presence" JaWar (gojawar.com)-noted author and motivational speaker (4:30pm-5pm)

The University of Georgia's Music Business Program was inaugurated in January 2006 as an interdisciplinary certificate program, organized and operated by the university's Terry College of Busiess and the Hodgson School of Music. Students take seven classes, a mix of basic business and music courses, including the Music Business I and II courses designed by the program's co-directors, Bruce Burch and Steve Dancz.

In addition to guest lectures from prominent figures in the music industry, students gain real-world music industry experience through internships with record labels, promoters, studios, and other companies. Students are also asked to find local artists with potential and promote them through their Student-Run Record Labels.

For more information about UGA's Music Business Program, visit http://www.terry.uga/musicbusiness

AthFest mission is to educate citizens and visitors about music and arts specifically in the Athens area. The AtfFest Music Festival has been named a Southeastern Tourism Society "Top 20 Event" three times, as well as "Festival of the Year" by the Georgia Convention and Visitors Bureau, and "Best Economic Restructuring Public-Private Partnership" by the Georgia Department of Industry, Trade, and Tourism.

Bruce Burch

Administrative Director
UGA Music Business Certificate Program
http://www.terry.uga.edu/musicbusiness/
706-542-7668

Press Release Contact Information:
Ja War
Music Industry Connection
E-Mail: kemetic0@yahoo.com

DEF JAM RECORDS TO KICK-OFF THE BET HIP HOP AWARDS WEEKEND WITH A FREE CONCERT IN ATLANTA

All-star lineup set to perform at the Def Jam Platinum Pep Rally at Morehouse College!

Atlanta, GA – October 8th, 2007 – Def Jam Records in conjunction with Certified Crunkness, Cloud 9 and Go Click This Radio present a free concert for Atlanta college students during the BET Hip Hop Awards Weekend.   The Def Jam Platinum Pep Rally will include a line-up of chart-topping Def Jam artists for a free concert to be held at Atlanta's prestigious Morehouse college.   All area Atlanta college students are invited to attend this free concert.

WHO:                        Def Jam artists attending the BET Hip Hop awards are anticipated to perform, resulting in a history making evening.   Confirmed artists include Jermaine Dupri, Rick Ross, Fabulous, DTP's Playaz Circle, Beanie Sigel, Freeway, Dream and more appearances from the Def Jam roster as the list is updated daily!

WHAT:                     Photo and Interview Opportunity

WHEN:                     Friday October 12th at 700pm

WHERE:                  Morehouse College, Forbes Arena

830 Westview Drive SW

Atlanta, GA 30314

WHY:                        Def Jam Platinum Pep Rally is the inauguration to the BET Hip Hop Awards being held in Atlanta and was created as an effort to give back to the local hip hop community.   The event is produced by Atlanta-based Certified Cunkness, Cloud 9 and Go Click This Radio.

Media credentials can be requested by email at katenakeno@JFKent.net . Media credentials are for working press only, freelance reporters/photographers will only be issued credentials if they can provide proof of assignment from approved news organization.

HIP-HOP AMBASSADORS BRIDGING THE GAP!

October 9, 2007 – (New York) For the past 5-years, members of the Hip-Hop Association [H2A] have been globetrotting to facilitate, foster and preserve Hip-Hop culture. This month, the Chairman of the Hip-Hop Association, Honorable George "Rithm" Martinez, will embark on his first cultural envoy to Bolivia as US State Department Cultural Ambassador. From October 9-14, Rithm will visit the cities of La Paz, El Alto and Oruro before returning to the US to participate in United Nations Week in Washington, DC.

The Honorable George Martinez will visit Bolivia for a five-day voyage to meet activists, educators and artists to engage in dialogue, workshops, and movie screenings on Hip-Hop culture and social activism. Rithm will also be performing with local artists such as, OKRU (Organización Komunidad Raptivista Urbana), DJ Ark, and youth artists from La Paz and El Alto.

On October 26th, another monumental program will take place at George Washington University in Washington, DC when the Honorable George Martinez, along with other ambassadors of the Hip-Hop community, will partake in a panel discussion during the United Nations and Hip-Hop: Bridging the Gap program. Other panelists include, Joshua Wright (Director of the Hip-Hop and Higher Learning Symposium – Howard University), Ben Herson (President of Nomadic Wax), Moussa (Rapper from Senegal), Magee McIlvaine (Director of the Documentary, African Underground: Democracy in Dakar), and Sandy Shin (Breakthrough: building a human rights culture). The panel will be co-moderated by the President of the Hip-Hop Association, Martha Diaz, and Author of The Message: 100 Life Lessons from Hip-Hop's Greatest Songs (Thunder's Mouth Press), Felicia Pride.

The United Nations Association of the National Capital Area (UNA-NCA) has joined forces with the Hip-Hop Association, Word Beats and Life, Nomadic Wax and Sol productions to showcase how Hip-Hop can be used as a vehicle to promote Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) across cultural boundaries and integrate them into various aspects of a person's life. Both Hip-Hop culture and MDGs include similar themes, such as women empowerment, children, education, environment, and social development, etc.

There will be a short of screening of the award winning, African Underground: Democracy in Dakar, followed by a Q&A. session The documentary demonstrates how Hip-Hop can be a tool for social change, as it follows how Hip-Hop influenced the 2000 democratic elections in Senegal. There will also be an interactive DJ workshop presented by Word Beats and Life, and information booths will be onsite so people can learn more about the organizations and how to get involved next year.

To RSVP, please visit: unanca.org. For more information, please visit: wblinc.org, nomadicwax.com, hiphopassociation.org/defusenews, and myspace.com/hongeorgemartinez.

Cast of MTV's "Wild 'N Out" Bring The #1 Comedy Show To Fort Worth, TX

FORT WORTH, TX – Fresh off their top-rated 4th season on MTV, the crew of "Wild 'N Out" is bringing the comedy mashup to Will Rogers Auditorium on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2007 at 8 p.m.  Experience humor at its best as the improv masterminds capture all the outlandish wisecracks, antics and mischief of the cable show and perform live in the heart of Fort Worth.  Tickets are available now at www.ticketmaster.com.

This is the first time the cast has collaborated to take the showcase off-screen and on-stage in Dallas/Fort Worth.  The comedic line-up includes 5 of the most unpredictable crowd favorites including, Randall Park ("Reno 911," "ER," "House"), Leonard Robinson ("Mr. and Mrs. Smith," MTV "Short Circuitz"), Spanky Hayes (HBO "Bad Boys of Comedy"), Nema Williams (BET "Comic View," Comedy Central "Comic Groove") and Shawty Shawty ("Showtime At The Apollo," BET "Comic View").  The "Wild 'N Out" live comedy show is produced by Fort Worth-based Venturix Entertainment.

On-air, "Wild 'N Out" is MTV's highest-rated show in their time slot and hosted by actor/comedian Nick Cannon.  The cast members square-off in outrageous comedic battles until a winner is crowned.  From celebrity happenings, race, politics, music and mothers – nothing is taboo as they rip through headlines and each other's reputation.  This no-holds barred approach with a hip-hop twist has become a pop cultural phenomenon and a best-selling DVD.  Video clips of the 4th season can be viewed at the network website. Cast bios and electronic images are available.

Tickets are $15 - $25 and are available online at www.ticketmaster.com.  Will Rogers Auditorium is located at 3401 West Lancaster Avenue in Fort Worth, TX.

Pre-coverage, event listing and show coverage are welcome. Requests for media credentials should be submitted to Adrian@prototype-engage.com by Friday, October 19. A limited number of requests for entertainer interviews & backstage passes will be accommodated on a first come, first serve basis. Please arrive no later than 7:30 p.m. for press check-in. Working media only.

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MEDIA CONTACT: Adrian Parker

917-881-2643 • Adrian@prototype-engage.com

Attention: All Hip-Hop Artists, Promoters, Agents, DJs, Producers, Independent Record Labels, A&R's

Detroit, Michigan, October 8, 2007

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