Pharoahe Monch to Host CMJ's International Hip-Hop Event GLOBAL HIP HOP THROWDOWN

Event Will Unite the Talents of Global Hip-Hop's Rising Stars at New York Cities' Largest Music Conference and Networking Event

Global music and media company NOMADIC WAX & public relations/music promoter THE BLOOM EFFECT have joined forces and will co-produce this year's CMJ INTERNATIONAL HIP-HOP THROW-DOWN. The  event will unite the talents of a creative and diverse group of lyricists and DJs from Africa, Korea, Canada, and Europe at club DROM, located at 85 Ave A in New York's East Village on Thursday October 23rd 2008. The event will begin at 8 PM and will last until 3 AM and will feature live international hip-hop music and DJs spinning music.

The College Music Journal Marathon (CMJ) is New York's largest music, film and media conference and will host hundreds of live performances, films, lectures and networking events. "CMJ is a perfect place for a global hip-hop event like this" said The Bloom Effect CEO, Fiona Bloom. "An event that unites MCs from a variety of backgrounds, countries and nationalities is exactly the kind of event that we want to be promoting at a global music conference like CMJ". 

The CMJ International Hip-Hop Throw-down has  been building up for me since I've been very supportive of this genre and have made inroads bringing great talent to the U.S stages and now we bring it one step further to a bigger platform.   A tremendous opportunity.  To have an artist like Pharoahe  host this event is such an honor and is testament to the fact that international hip-hop is becoming more accepted by the mainstream." said Nomadic Wax founder Ben Herson.

This years event will feature a handful of rising stars including Blitz the Ambassador (Ghana),  Drunken Tiger( Korea ), King Reign (Canada), Empire Isis (Canada), Chachi (Cape Verde) and Too Many Fish France). Dj's Boo and DJ Soulscape from Korea will be on the turntables.    V.J Kwon  from Korea will set the tone and visuals for the night.  Blitz the Ambassador (who will be backed by a 10 piece band, "The Embassy Ensemble") is no stranger to international hip-hop. Last year, Blitz headlined and hosted at the prestigious Trinity International Hip-Hop Festival, a three day global hip-hop event at Trinity College in Hartford CT.

"It's incredible to see such diversity in an event like this" said Blitz. "To have artists from all over the world performing on the same stage together shows how global and powerful hip-hop culture has become".

The showcase will end out with a party DJ line up of World Music Dj's from various radio programs and entities.   The party will go till 3am.

This years event will be sponsored by Scion, WNYE (New York Public Radio), Fusicology, World Hip-Hop Market, Remix Hotel, End of the Weak, The Flava(Worldspace), Popular Printing,  Lima Chips, The Hip-Hop Association and more TBA. 

The International Hip Hop showcase is the only one of its kind during CMJ.
There will also be an all French Hip Hop showcase at Hiro Ballroom on Friday, October 24th featuring La Caution, Mangu and Wax Tailor. 

Blitz The Ambassador-  http://www.myspace.com/bliztheambassador

Chachi-  http://www.myspace.com/bigchach

Empire Isis  -  http://www.myspace.com/empireisis

Drunken Tiger-  http://www.myspace.com/tigerhiphop

King Reign-   http://www.myspace.com/reignmusic

Webbafied-   http://www.myspace.com/toomanyfish

Soulscape-  http://www.myspace.com/djsoulscape

V.J-    Kwon    http://www.vjkwon.kr

Ben Herson (Nomadic Wax) - ben@nomadicwax.com (917) 225-8472
Fiona Bloom (The Bloom Effect) - fiona@thebloomeffect.com (646) 764-0004

DILATED PEOPLES & BEAT JUNKIES DJ/PRODUCER, DJ BABU, PREPS THE RELEASE OF HIS LONG AWAITED STUDIO LP DUCK SEASON 3

DJ BABU'S DUCK SEASON 3 FEATURES TRACKS WITH BISHOP LAMONT, MF DOOM, DILATED PEOPLES, SEAN PRICE, TERMANOLOGY, M.O.P., LITTLE BROTHER, KARDINAL OFFISHAL, STRONG ARM STEADY, GUILTY SIMPSON, PERCEE P, A.G

September 30th, 2008
A world-famous DJ with active memberships in Dilated Peoples and Beat Junkies among his most notable accomplishments, DJ Babu has made a noteworthy evolution.  The Los Angeles-based turntablist also stands as one of underground rap's fastest-rising producers. 

Waiting almost five years after the release of the previous Duck Season installments, DJ BABU has been carefully crafting the final saga in his highly acclaimed hip-hop trilogy. What started out for Babu as a DJ compilation, the Duck Season series has come full circle to become a production showcase for the legendary turntablist; not to mention, his finest work to date.

"It started out as a mixtape that featured some of my favorite tracks," explains DJ Babu. "Now it has fully evolved into a platform of my own production. The album is still presented in the classic Beat Junkie mixtape style, but that's just a clever way for me to disguise my LP."  Indeed, working with Dilated Peoples aided DJ Babu in his evolution as a producer.  Throughout the trio's four albums, DJ Babu was steadily gaining knowledge and insight on how to craft meaningful and memorable soundbeds.  Now, he has combined his far-reaching creative abilities into one project, the rock-solid Duck Season 3.

This evolution from DJ to producer is on full display throughout DJ Babu's sonically superior Duck Season 3.  The fast-moving collection showcases all of Babu's quickly expanding talents, from mixing, juggling, blending and scratching -- as well as producing.  Entirely produced by Babu, the line-up on Duck Season 3 reads like a hip-hop's who's who. While Babu includes many familiar faces like M.O.P., MF DOOM, Dilated Peoples and Sean Price, he also plants his ear to the streets, recruiting some of today's hottest new talent like Bishop Lamont and Termanology.

A West Coast veteran in his own right, Babu has achieved a sound that can't be labeled by region or style. This album could be equally appreciated in the Bronx, Compton or anywhere in between. Duck Season 3 is a treat for all the true B-Boy's out there and a testament to the fact that hip-hop's golden era is alive and well and as Babu concludes the vine between the golden era and today is still deeply rooted "allot of the DJs that I looked up to became great producers, from Dr. Dre to DJ Premier to Pete Rock.  In a lot of ways, I'm trying to carry that same torch, where hip-hop is still rooted within DJing and records."

Tracklisting and credits for DJ Babu's Duck Season 3:

1. DS3 Intro f/ Dilated Peoples
2. Dearly Departed f/ M.O.P.
3. Fan Mail f/ Little Brother, Joe Scudda, & D-Brock
4. The Unexpected f/ MF DOOM & Sean Price
5. Frozen f/ Guilty Simpson
6. East West Connection f/ A.G.
7. My Opinion f/ Bishop Lamont
8. 2 Feet f/ Kardinal Offishall & Rakaa Iriscience
9. Black & Brown Army f/ Chace Infinite & Sick Jacken
10. Graveyardshiftin f/ Cali Agents & Roc Marciano
11. For Whatever It's Worth f/ Evidence
12. It's A New Day f/ M.E.D.
13. O.G. f/ Strong Arm Steady
14. Guns Gon' Blow f/ Termanology
15. That Ain't Gangsta f/ Likwit Junkies
16. Meant To Be f/ Roc C. & Oh No
17. SBX2LAX2OX f/ Wildchild & Percee P
18. Ahead Of My Time f/ Niko

(ALL SONGS PRODUCED, MIXED and ARRANGED by DJ BABU)

Press Contact:
Matt Conaway@       MAC Media
Business #:        410-903-7568
E-Mail:             Matthewbrn@aol.com /macmediapromo@gmail.com
AOL IM:             Matthewbrn

For More Information please visit:
www.myspace.com/DJBABU
http://www.new.facebook.com/home.php#/pages/DJ-Babu/40659709536
www.blogspot.com/THEREALDJBABU
www.myspace.com/DILATEDPEOPLES
www.myspace.com/BEATJUNKIES
www.nature-sounds.net
www.myspace.com/naturesoundsmusic
www.macmediapromo.com

TERMANOLOGY TO JOIN METHOD MAN AND REDMAN ON "STILL HIGH TOUR"

TERMANOLOGY'S DEBUT "POLITICS AS USUAL" IN STORES TODAY

September 30th, 2008
New York, NY - Massachusetts-bred; New York-based rapper Termanology's debut LP, Politics As Usual, is in stores today (9-30-08).  One of this year's most anticipated albums; Politics As Usual is a joint venture between Term's own ST. Records and Indy powerhouse Nature Sounds.  Termanology's debut merges the best of both worlds for all Hip-Hop fans, as its meshes classic boom-bap production from a virtual who's who list of production royalty; DJ Premier, Hi-Tek, Pete Rock, The Alchemist, Havoc, Buckwild, Nottz and Large Professor all provide tracks and it also includes guest appearances from Prodigy, Sheek Louch, Freeway, Lil Fame and UGK's Bun B who guests on the LP's DJ Premier produced lead-single "How We Rock."

At the onset of 2006, Term caught his big break when legendary producer DJ Premier, whom he met three years earlier, finally blessed him with one of his signature, scratch-laden beats. "Watch How It Go Down" instantly became an underground classic and Termanology appeared on Hip-Hop's international radar. The conscious hood anthem garnered the earnest MC tons of praise, landing him in The Source's "Unsigned Hype" and XXL's "Show and Prove" columns.

Since then, Termanology has quickly climbed the industry ranks with his Hood Politics mixtape series and his debut, Politics As Usual, has a huge buzz on the Internet and has also been included in Source, XXL, XLR8R, Remix and Spin Magazine's (Look for Term in the Dec 2008 issue of Spin Magazine where he will be featured as a "Break Out" artist).

The opportunity to join two legends like Method Man and Redman on their "Still High" tour is very gratifying for Term as he laments "I've been listening to Method Man and Redman my whole life and it's an honor to tour with them.  I look forward to tearing it down for the fans."

Confirmed Dates for Redman and Method Man's "Still High" Tour featuring Termanology

Oct-10 PROVIDENCE, RI (LUPOS)
Oct-12 BURLINGTON, VT (HIGHER GROUND)
Oct-13 WORCESTER, MA (PALLADIUM)
Oct-14 NEW HAVEN, CT (TOADS PLACE)
Oct-15 PHILADELPHIA, PA (TROCADERO)
Oct-17 NEW YORK, NY (NOKIA THEATER)
Oct-18 RICHMOND, VA (TOADS PLACE)
Oct-19 BALTIMORE, MD (SONAR)
Oct-21 BLOOMINGTON, IN (BLUEBIRD)
Oct-22 CINCINNATI, OH (MAD HATTER)
Oct-23 DETROIT, MI (CROFOT BALLROOM)
Oct-24 CHICAGO, IL (HOUSE OF BLUES)
Oct-27 MINNEAPOLIS, MN (FIRST AVE)
Oct-29 DENVER, CO (OGDEN)
Oct-30 ASPEN, CO (BELLY UP)
Oct-31 SALT LAKE CITY, UT (MURRAY THEATRE)
Nov-02 BELLINGHAM, WA (WWU - VIKING UNION)
Nov-04 PORTLAND, OR (ROSELAND)
Nov-05 SEATTLE, WA (SHOWBOX SODO)
Nov-06 ARCATA, CA (HUMBOLDT ST. UNIV.)
Nov-07 SAN FRAN, CA (GRAND BALLROOM)
Nov-08 SANTA CRUZ, CA (THE CATALYST)
Nov-09 PETALUMA, CA (PHOENIX THEATER
Nov-11 LOS ANGELES, CA (HOUSE OF BLUES)
Nov-13 SAN DIEGO, CA (CANE'S)
Nov-14 PHOENIX, AZ (MARQUEE THEATER)
Nov-15 ALBUQUERQUE, NM (ALB.CONVENTION CTR)
Nov-16 DALLAS, TX (HOUSE OF BLUES)
Nov-18 AUSTIN, TX (STUBBS WALLER CREEK AMP)
Nov-19 HOUSTON, TX (HOUSE OF BLUES)
Nov-21 ATHENS, GA (GEORGIA THEATER)
Nov-22 ASHEVILLE, NC (ORANGE PEEL)
Nov-23 CARRBORO, NC (CATS CRADLE)
Nov-25 NORFOLK, VA (NORVA THEATRE)
Nov-26 WASHINGTON, DC (9:30 CLUB)
Nov-28 ASBURY PARK, NJ (STONE PONY)
Nov-29 HARTFORD, CT WEBSTER THEATRE)

Termanology is available for all interview requests!!

Press Contact:
Matt Conaway@       MAC Media
Business #:        410-903-7568
E-Mail:             Matthewbrn@aol.com / macmediapromo@gmail.com
AOL IM:             Matthewbrn

For More Information please visit:
www.termanologymusic.com
www.nature-sounds.net
www.myspace.com/therealtermanology
www.myspace.com/naturesoundsmusic
www.macmediapromo.com

JUS BLEEZY GO HARD OR GO HOME PROMO TOUR - COMING TO A CITY NEAR YOU

Hot out of St. Louis, and already a long-established staple in the streets of the Midwest, with a host of successful mixtapes, tours and radio singles under his belt, Just Black aka Jus Bleezy is poised to give fans a precursory taste of his own brand of Midwestern magic with the October 21st release of Go Hard or Go Home, hosted by the legendary DJ Khaled. Also featuring long-time friends Rick Ross, Murphy Lee and Fat Joe, this compelling 16-track mixtape is sure to whet the appetite of any fan of that street music that no one delivers quite like Jus Bleezy.

Growing up on some of the meanest streets of St. Louis, Jus Bleezy quickly became intimately familiar with their codes of violence. During those years, he often found himself on street corners, spitting volcanic tales of those codes and their consequences, until his distinctive, blatant-hustler style and gritty flow had made him a household name in the underground music scene of his hometown. It was these same codes that eventually landed Bleezy lying bullet-riddled on a sidewalk, with a chalk outline drawn around his body by detectives, presumed dead.

Jus Bleezy survived however and decided to redirect his hustle to the music industry, forming the Black on Black/Quit Playin' Entertainment (BOBQP) independent label he now runs with his colleague Guccio. Bleezy's first radio single as a solo artist, Women Ain't All Bad, enjoyed prominent rotation at Urban and Rhythmic formats for several months, bringing his hustle to the attention of the majors. This and the sales of his many mixtapes caused Universal Records to seek him out and offer him a joint venture deal for his JBE (Jus Bleezy Entertainment) offshoot label via Universal/Fontana. His major label debut will be in stores in early 2009.

More recently, Bleezy's Drumma Boy-produced song, I'm Coming For Ya, caught the attention of the producers at MTV's new reality show, From G's to Gents and it recently made its network television debut there. A music video to his lead single was also just shot and is currently in the editing stage.

October sees the beginning of Jus Bleezy's multi-city promo tour and the dates are provided at the bottom of this email. He is available for all media opportunities in each city so please hit us up with your requests.

Below is a link to download Jus Bleezy's first single, Bosses. We encourage you to post it on your websites, put it on your mixtapes and add it to rotation. If the success of his previous effort, Like Me ft. Trey Songz, is anything to go by, you can't go wrong with this one.

DOWNLOAD LINK

Radio Edit - Bosses ft. Yo Gotti and Gorilla Zoe - http://www.sendspace.com/file/qpmsq0

Explicit Version - Bosses ft. Yo Gotti and Gorilla Zoe - http://www.sendspace.com/file/jfouko

PROMO TOUR SCHEDULE

October 1st - Memphis , TN

October 2nd - Nashville , TN

October 3rd - Chicago , IL

October 4th - Chicago , IL

October 10th - 13th - Myrtle Beach , SC - Core DJ Retreat

October 14th - Jackson , MS

October 15th - Biloxi , MS

October 16th - Montgomery , AL

October 17th - Huntsville , AL

October 18th - Atlanta , GA

October 22nd - Tulsa , OK

October 23rd - Oklahoma City , OK

October 24th - Dallas , TX

October 25th - Houston , TX

October 26th - Houston , TX

October 29th - Shreveport , LA

October 30th - Baton Rouge, LA

More dates are being added weekly.

Media Contact:
nancyb@ogpr.net

DJ FLY TAKES 2008 DMC WORLD DJ CHAMPIONSHIPS TITLE

After an incredible two day competition last Friday and Saturday, this year's DMC World DJ Championships have been decided and this year's ruling DJs have been crowned. With electric performances over the weekend from Million Dan, Killa Kela and his full live experience, DJ Vajra, Jungle Drummer vs. DJ Fu and a showcase set from last year's champion DJ Rafik the Indigo2 was packed out with anxious fans waiting with baited breath for the all important winner announcements.

Huge congratulations go out to DJ Fly from France who took the solo title on Saturday night, Kireek who blitzed the competition to take the Team Championship Title for a 2nd year and to UK entrant DJ Switch who took the Battle for World Supremacy competition by storm and emerged victorious on Friday night.

The final three placing DJs for the DMC World DJ Championship after the judges had deliberated all the performances from the DJs were:

1. DJ Fly (France)
2. DJ Slyce (USA)
3. DJ Co-Ma (Japan)

The talented frenchman took home the fabled Technics Gold Turntables and Mixer, $10,000 courtesy of Ortofon, the Ortofon Diamond Gold Stylus Award, the DMC Gold Record Award, a Calvin Klein ckIN2U goody bag and £500 worth of Drunknmunky clothing.

UK entrant and regularly crowned UK Champion DJ Skully came 4th.

The Team Championship was once again an excellent and intricate display of interplay between numerous DJs working together to create a singular sound and set. Japanese entrant Kireek once again dominated after taking the title last year and spun together a set worthy of the top spot scooping the title, $10,000 courtesy of Ortofon and £1000 worth of Drunknmunky clothing to split between them (along with each of their DMC Gold Disc Awards, ckIN2U goody bags and top of the line RANE TTM57 Mixers!)

The top three in the Team Championship were:

1. Kireek (Japan)
2. TraumaTeam (France)
3. Intellivision (Italy)

This year's head to head Battle for World Supremacy was won by DJ Switch from the UK who scratched and parried his way through numerous rounds to be crowned the champion. He beat out all the competition and faced off in the final with DJ Nelson from France where he was pronounced victorious after displaying his confrontational battle scratches and personal intimidation techniques bagging himself $10,000 courtesy of Ortofon, the DMC Gold Disc  Award, a RANE TTM57 mixer, a Calvin Klein ckIN2U goody bag and £300 worth of Drunkmunky clothing for his troubles.

www.dmcdjchamps.com
www.dmcworld.com

For more information contact:
Letitia (Press) / Oli (Digital) / Joe (Digital/Radio) at Outpost on 020 7684 5634
or e-mail letitia, oli or joe@outpostmedia.co.uk

'UK STUNNERS' PREPARE TO UNVEIL 2009 CALENDAR AND LAUNCH OF KAYA FOUNDATION AT EXCLUSIVE CELEBRITY EVENT IN LONDON

UK Stunners To Showcase 2009 Calendar At Exclusive Launch Event

London, UK (September 30, 2008) – The UK Stunners will be revealing their hottest calendar to-date at an exclusive launch event at London hotspot and celebrity favourite Studio Valbonne, London, on Sunday October 5th 2008. Bringing together the UK's hottest models and celebrities, past and present 'UK Stunners' will take part in a fashion show that will exhibit upcoming UK designers. The event will also introduce the 'Kaya Foundation' -a foundation set up in memory of UK Stunners Founder Kaya Bousquet- who sadly passed away earlier this year after being involved in a tragic car accident. The Kaya Foundation will aim to provide much needed help to some of the UK's most disadvantaged young people. The event will also include a live auction, a performance by UK rapper Sway, and surprise celebrity guests.

"It's heartbreaking that I have put the calendar together without Kaya this year, but I feel she would want me to continue what she started- showing the world that the best looking females are not necessarily the ones we see in US music videos, TV shows or movies- we have just as attractive ladies right here in the UK" says Sequoia Bousquet, Kaya's sister and Director of UK Stunners. "Since 2007 Kaya worked hard to make sure she chose the right girls for the calendar, not purely based on their physical attributes but also for their ability to show that they have the brains to match the beauty."

Joining The UK Stunners for this unprecedented event will be Solomon Kalou and his Chelsea FC teammates, Daniel Bedingfield, rappers Sway and Dizzee Rascal, actor Asher D, Tim Westwood, Calum Best and Ashley Cole as well as other well known stars from the entertainment world.  Sponsors include Sleek make-up, Solomon Kalou of Chelsea FC, Mega Hair Brazil and Punky Fish. 

About UK Stunners

UK Stunners was established in 2007 by model and actress Kaya Bousquet. After years of starring in numerous videos for the biggest selling artists including Young Jeezy, R. Kelly, The Game, 50 Cent and Dizzee Rascal, Kaya decided she wanted to get into something more challenging. Bousquet saw the calendar as a platform to showcase the UK's most stunning females who were often cast aside and overlooked when auditioning for movies, videos and TV shows. For further information about the UK Stunners visit www.ukstunners.net

Press Contact:
Isabel Yemane
isabel@ukstunners.net

Rising Music/Entertainment Executive Vincent "Young Heartbreak" Tucker to raise Five Thousand Dollars for American Diabetes Association

DALLAS, TEXAS (September 30, 2008) –

Vincent "Young Heartbreak" TuckerOn a mission to prove that young people from the hip hop generation do care about their communities and giving back to others, urban music/entertainment executive Vincent "Young Heartbreak" Tucker is joining the American Diabetes Association on a quest to cure diabetes. As his latest philanthropic endeavor, Mr. Tucker will take part in Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes on November 1st in Dallas , Texas to raise five thousand dollars for diabetes research.

The Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes is the American Diabetes Association's signature special events fund-raising campaign. With strong support from the business community including sponsorships and corporate teams, this campaign raises over $20 million yearly. The funds are used to improve the lives of people affected by diabetes, funding diabetes public information programs, prevention and research for a cure.

According to the American Diabetes Association, 23.6 Million children and adults in the United States suffer from diabetes. The seventh leading cause of death by disease in the U.S. , Diabetes can, and does, lead to a wide range of other serious health complications. By participating in Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes, Mr. Tucker is not only walking and raising funds to eliminate diabetes, but cardiovascular problems, kidney failure, blindness, lower limb amputations and much more.

Philanthropic by nature, Vincent "Young Heartbreak" Tucker has continued to bright light and attention to different social causes ever since he entered the music & entertainment industry in August 2005. Just this year alone, Mr. Tucker partnered with Koch Recording Artist Pikahsso to collect and donate clothes to the homeless in the area, hosted a Hip Hop Helps Heal Breast Cancer Benefit show and formed his own non-partisan voter registration campaign entitled "Register To Speak Out!" Over the summer, Vincent became the official Dallas / Fort Worth Street Team Leader for Rock the Vote, helping the 20-year-old organization register 1.7 million new voters and counting.

"I need everyone especially my peers in the music & entertainment industry to donate to this cause," states Mr. Tucker. "Everyone knows somebody that has diabetes if they don't have it themselves. I'm not asking for big donations, maybe ten or twenty dollars. Let's all do our part to help stop this disease before more Americans suffer from it." For more information on how to get involved, please visit www.VincentTucker.com.

About Vincent "Young Heartbreak" Tucker

A rising music/entertainment executive, promoter, event host, radio personality & philanthropist, Vincent "Young Heartbreak" Tucker is the founder of CWC Entertainment Group, L.L.C. Featured in numerous media outlets this year alone, Vincent "Young Heartbreak" Tucker is the host of the syndicated online radio program, The Vincent Tucker Radio Show, public relations executive for D210 TV, Dallas/Fort Worth street team leader for Rock the Vote!, & and founder of Register To Speak Out!™. For more information, please visit www.VincentTucker.com.

Media Contact:

Chris Panayiotou & Jake Smallz
The Young Heartbreak Agency
(A Division of CWC Entertainment Group, LLC)
Web: www.citywideonline.net
Email: youngheartbreak@citywideonline.net
Office: 972.922.5371

Ludacris Becomes Latest Artist to Design Cap for the New Era 'CAPTURE THE FLAG' Series

- Limited-Edition Caps to Be Released Globally on October 17th Exclusively at New Era Stores and NewEraCap.com -

BUFFALO, N.Y., Sept. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- New Era Cap Co., Inc., the leading headwear designer and manufacturer, is proud to announce the much anticipated release of its CAPTURE THE FLAG(R) - LUDACRIS cap, the fifth addition to be added to New Era's artist-inspired collection. Chris Bridges better known as "Ludacris," joins Fabolous, Cam'ron, Fat Joe, and The Game as the only other hip-hop superstar to have designed their own CAPTURE THE FLAG(R) cap. Ludacris is also the first southern artist to design for the series.

As a hip-hop superstar, actor, entrepreneur, philanthropist and businessman, Ludacris can now add "cap designer" to his list of achievements. He designed the cap himself with features like a large Atlanta Braves "A" style crest on the side-front left that is half clear crystals on the right and half black crystals on the left. The cap is black with red piping and also features the "Disturbing Tha Peace" logo in the flocked lining and undervisor flip along with the "Just Getting Started" logo on the back.

The cap is due to hit retail on October 17, 2008, and will be available exclusively globally at New Era Flagship stores and online at www.neweracap.com for $125.00. With only 200 units available worldwide, this cap is extremely limited.

In addition to launching the Ludacris cap, New Era will be celebrating the first anniversary of its Atlanta Flagship store opening. During the weekend of October 17, expect to see festivities that include live radio remotes and giveaways including autographed Ludacris caps and tickets to the BET Awards, plus a special performance from celebrity disc-jockey, DJ Ruckus.

About CAPTURE THE FLAG(R)

CAPTURE THE FLAG(R), introduced in 2004, is a collection of artist-inspired headwear, designed by individuals who are pioneers in their own right, symbolizing passion, constant change and capturing the essence of originality. All designs are created on New Era's signature 59FIFTY fitted giving all the caps that authentic style that's so well known. Each collection, designed by past artists including Spike Lee, Jake Burton and Travis Barker, is produced in extremely limited quantities.

About New Era Cap

Founded in 1920, New Era Cap Company, Inc., the leading headwear manufacturer and creator of New Era Apparel, brings to market products that transcend time, culture, sport and fashion. Producing more than 35 million caps per year, New Era is the exclusive manufacturer and marketer of the official on-field cap worn by every Major League Baseball team and their Minor League affiliates and maintaining agreements with other licensed entities. On the street, New Era is known as the Originator of the True Fitted for its signature cap style, the 59FIFTY. The Company, headquartered in Buffalo, New York, employs approximately 1,700 people world-wide in New York, Alabama and at its operations in Canada, Europe, Japan and Hong Kong. New Era is a 'Category A' affiliate of the Fair Labor Association.

  Contacts:
  Dana Marciniak, New Era Cap Co.
  (716) 604.9259
  dana.marciniak@neweracap.com

  Philip Crimaldi, DKC
  (212) 981.5131
  philip_crimaldi@dkcnews.com

Source: New Era Cap Co., Inc.

CONTACT: Dana Marciniak, New Era Cap Co., +1-716-604-9259,
dana.marciniak@neweracap.com; or Philip Crimaldi, DKC, +1-212-981-5131,
philip_crimaldi@dkcnews.com

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

Russell Simmons Kicks Off U.S. Entrepreneurship Competition at NYSE

October 2, 2008

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. EDT

September 30, 2008 -(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Kauffman Foundation:

Who:

Russell Simmons, artist and entrepreneur, and Carl Schramm, president and CEO, the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation

What:

Simmons and Schramm will announce the launch of an entrepreneurship competition in the fields of fashion, film and music that will be the signature U.S. component of Global Entrepreneurship Week/USA (November 17-23, 2008). Global Entrepreneurship Week is a worldwide initiative that will link millions of young people in more than 75 countries through a growing movement to inspire new ideas and engage the next generation of entrepreneurs.

The Kauffman Foundation is a national sponsor of the competition along with the Acton Foundation for Entrepreneurial Excellence. The U.S.-based Kauffman Foundation co-founded Global Entrepreneurship Week with Make Your Mark in the United Kingdom. The Week is being globally sponsored by NYSE Euronext, IBM and Ernst & Young. The Oct. 2 launch announcement also will be Webcast at www.unleashingideas.org.

Where:
        New York Stock Exchange, Room 621, 11 Wall Street, New York

Why:
        The official launch invites young people across the country to apply for a chance to compete as entrepreneurs in one of three genres: film, music and fashion.

Contacts

For The Kauffman Foundation
Shay Pantano, 212-886-6707
spantano@kruppnyc.com

RADIO ONE'S MADD HATTA COMMITTED TO GETTING 5,000 TO REGISTER TO VOTE BEFORE DEADLINE - JOIN HIM TOMORROW @ SHARPSTOWN MALL

Houston, TX - With a listenership of millions, who better to take the voting message to the streets than Radio One? In partnership with the Hip Hop Caucus' Respect My Vote campaign, Radio One Inc. broadcasting company will push to register at least 50,000 voters in a single day and Houston's #1 morning show host, Madd Hatta, for 97.9 The Box is going to do his part my staying in place and on the air until he personally has registered 5,000 voters. Hatta is so committed to this drive that he is literally taking over the Radio One station for the day until he has reached his target number of voter registrations. Madd Hatta will be posted up at Houston 's Sharpstown Mall from 5AM Tuesday, September 30th and will broadcast live from the event throughout the day. Houston 's sports and music celebrity population are being encouraged to show up and show their support for this great cause and, if they have not already, register to vote themselves.

"We are at a crucial time in history." Hatta explains. "Bank failures, a $700 billion bailout, recession, depression, corporate scandals.......the list is endless. We need to be active or see the United States fail as a country. It is time for everyone to be proactive in getting the right officials elected to represent the correct causes and part of that is by being a part of the voting process. Our company has committed to bringing in a record 50,000 people to be registered to vote from around the country and I wanted to step up and get my morning show listeners that are not registered, to get involved and do so. I will broadcast around the clock until I get 5,000 unregistered voters registered and ready to do their part on November 4th."

Station Program Director, Terri Thomas tells us, "Madd Hatta is going above and beyond by pledging to get 5,000 people to register. He is definitely championing Radio One's cause for the station and is committed to staying at Sharpstown for as long as is necessary."

Local media is encouraged to cover this event to help spread the word on the location of this monumental voting drive.

WHAT: Radio One Inc., 97.9 The Box, Respect My Vote and Houston Youth Vote "One Vote" voter registration drive.

WHERE: Sharpstown Mall, Houston , TX

WHEN: Tuesday, September 30th - 5AM until 5,000 people have registered to vote.

WHO: 97.9 The Box's Madd Hatta and the morning show team. All of Houston 's entertainment community will be invited to show up and show their support so you never know who will turn up.

All media may RSVP to me at (832) 220.6071 or via email at nancyb@ogpr.net

JACK FLASH CROWNED END OF THE WEAK (EOW) UK BATTLE CHAMPION!

On 20th September 2008, Huddersfield emcee Jack Flash took part in, and won the UK final of the End of The Weak rap battle against three other extremely talented English artists. Up against Dubbledge, Arkaic and M9, and with Chester P (Taskforce), Jehst and Reain as judges, it was always going to be a tough competition. Preceding a smashing performance from Immortal Technique, Joell Ortiz and DJ Kid Capri, all competitors showed the nature of the UKs ability to rock the mic.

After some hard fought rounds [including accapella, MC vs. DJ and the grab bag round], Jack Flash eventually took the title with his trademark ferocity and undeniable stage presence. Flash will be competing for the UK against the planets finest emcees in the world EOW final, to be held in London on a date TBC in December.

Catch Jack Flash live ripping up stages as a solo show, and as part of the
HIP-HOP CONNECTION MAGAZINE 20th ANNIVERSARY TOUR at the following dates:

October 2nd The Student Union, Swansea
October 3rd The Croft, Bristol
October 17th The Wardrobe, Leeds
October 18th venue TBC, Birmingham
October 24th Cella Bar, Oxford
October 25th Concorde, Brighton
November 7th Doctors Orders at Herbal, London
November TBC New York

For more information or to request a copy of Jack Flashs incredible Union Jack Album for review, please contact: corin@grindstonepromo.com

Mulatto Patriot Has Eyes Set On Sonic Visuals Upcoming Release

Sonic Visuals, the debut album for multi-faceted producer Mulatto Patriot, is set for October 21st release.

Miami, Florida US - September 29, 2008 - Chicago-based producer Mulatto Patriot readies for the October 21st release of his debut album, Sonic Visuals. The album consists of 19 songs (plus 1 bonus track) where Mulatto Patriot canvases an eclectic blend of electric sounds, bounce-heavy beats, and melodic soultry while delivering the character of the urban streets. Released independently under his own production house, Mulatto Patriot Productions, Sonic Visuals enlists an international cast of guest appearances such as Canadian femcee Eternia, turntablist DJ Goersch and de:joese from Germany, alongside underground giants Ras Kass, Pumpkinhead (Brooklyn Academy), Casual (Hieroglyphics), Decay (molemen), Pugslee Atomz, and more. The music video for his most recent single, Cadillac Vinyl featuring Czar Absolute and Maggie Vagle, has spread through various online outlets including OnSmash.com and Frances largest blog, RapCypher.com.

"There is a lot to take from this albumdiversity in the styles displayed and in the selection of beats. I want people to know that this is 100% Chicago Hip-Hop." " Mulatto Patriot

His collaborations around the Chicago area have gained him notable recognition, which catapulted with the release of his first single, Showtime. Featuring Prosper Jones and Mena, the music video, directed by Chicago radio icon Pugslee Atomz, received worldwide airplay, from Philly and Seattle, to Australia and Germany, and has already received an Unsigned Contest Award. The official album release concert is scheduled for November 1st at Reggies Rock Club in Chicago, with performances from album guests  Pugs, Intel, Awdazcate, Decay, Prosper Jones, and Czar Absolute (with live band Animate Objects), and more. Follow-up spot-date shows are being scheduled for all major cities across the US, including New York and Los Angeles.

Tracklisting
01. Northern Lights feat Ka Di
02. Cadillac Vinyl feat Czar Absolute, Maggie Vagle
03. International Connection feat Eternia, de:joeso, DJ Goersch
04. Swordfish feat Prosper Jones
05. The Lake Affect
06. Lethal Weapon feat Doughboy
07. See H Eye See A Gee O feat Prosper Jones, Anacron, Doughboy, Trigga Gunnz, Mena, Awdazcate
08. Audio Terrorist feat Ras Kass, Casual, Prosper Jones
09. Dangerously Sexy
10. They Dont Know feat Pumpkinhead, Ka Di, Prosper Jones, Mena
11. The General feat Pugslee Atomz, Awdazcate, DJ Goersch
12. Everybodys Crazy feat Czar Absolute, Prosper Jones
13. Promontory Point
14. Chicago River feat Prosper Jones, Decay, DJ Intel
15. Showtime feat Prosper Jones, Mena
16. Hustlers Skit feat LJ
17. Luvin It
18. Windy City Testimonials feat Mena, J-Hollow
19. A min Silence for those we lost
20. Bonus Track Physical Connection

Sonic Visuals Album Sampler

Stream- http://publicwizard.podomatic.com/entry/2008-09-24T08_25_25-07_00
Download- http://publicwizard.podomatic.com/enclosure/2008-09-24T08_25_25-07_00.mp3

About Mulatto Patriot

Mulatto Patriot was born in Hyde Park on the Southside of Chicago, where he was raised by the influential sounds of Jazz, moody blues, and soulful house, eventually evolving into a deep-rooted passion for Hip-Hop. His music aspirations lead him to study at Full Sail World Education in Orlando where he improved his production and learned about the business. In 2003, MP returned to Chicago and launched his own production house, Mulatto Patriot Productions. He began engineering and producing for a variety of artists and experienced much success. However, MPs focus suddenly changed when a fatal health complication left him in a coma for six weeks. Despite the incident, it served as a launching pad for the young artists career, now, at the age of 29, as he prepares for his debut release, Sonic Visuals. The album features a long list of accomplished artists including Ras Kass, Casual (Hieroglyphics), Pumpkinhead (Brooklyn Academy), Decay (molemen) and Pugslee Atomz, which keep the music diverse and reflecting different styles.    

More Info:       
Http://www.publicwizardinc.com/artist_mulattopatriot.aspx
Http://www.myspace.com/mulattopatriot

Media Contacts
Samuel Donado
Public Wizard, Inc.
305-766-7726
SDonado@PublicWizardInc.com

MTV TEAMS UP WITH SEAN "DIDDY" COMBS AND MARK BURNETT TO SEARCH FOR NEXT AMERICAN MUSIC SUPERSTAR WITH NEW REALITY SERIES "STARMAKER"

GREENLIT FOR JANUARY '09

New York, New York – September 30, 2008 – MTV teams up with entertainment powerhouse Sean Combs and revolutionary, Emmy Award winning producer Mark Burnett for the brand new reality series "StarMaker."   The new series will set out to find the next history making superstars.  MTV and Sean Combs have been developing "StarMaker" since fall of '07 and made the decision to bring Mark Burnett on board this spring.  "StarMaker" is greenlit for January 2009.

"StarMaker" will showcase aspiring solo artists who will compete with the added pressure of living together.  In the new series, Sean Combs will continue to do what he does best on the hit series "Making The Band," spot the best talent while pushing them to their limits.  But in this new format both men and women will be competing as individuals for the top spot.  Sean Combs' hand picked team of star makers will put them through the rigors of "StarMaker" boot camp which extends well beyond just a contestant's ability to sing.  In addition to having to perform in front of an audience each week the contestants will be tested on how well they handle photo shoots, deal with paparazzi, physically perform on stage and more.

"It's a privilege to partner with Mark Burnett on my latest television venture.  He is one of the industry's best.  I am confident that we will do great things together with "StarMaker" and beyond," remarks Sean Combs.

"I'm looking forward to collaborating with MTV and Sean Combs on this new project" said Mark Burnett.  "StarMaker will open the door to the tremendous amount of talent out there just waiting to be discovered.  We've created a platform that will allow new and emerging artists a chance to showcase their talents to some of the industry's best."

"Sean Combs and Mark Burnett are leaders in the entertainment industry and have both been an integral part of MTV's success throughout the years," said Tony DiSanto, EVP Series Development & Programming, MTV.  "Getting these two titans of media together, with their long history of hits across platforms but especially in TV and music is a formula for spectacle, drama and the unexpected."

Emmy nominated executive producer for "Raisin in the Sun," Sean Combs is the ultimate American entertainer and entrepreneur, while wearing many different hats as record producer, CEO, clothing designer, actor, rapper and much, much more. He's made hit records, huge business deals, designer clothing and founded the chart-topping artists Danity Kane and Day26.  "StarMaker" will join an already impressive roster of television shows that Sean Combs has executive produced including the hit MTV series "Making The Band," "Run's House" and the most recent VH1 show that he created "I Want to Work For Diddy."

One of the driving forces behind reality television and a true visionary, Mark Burnett has enjoyed a long history of executive producing Emmy Award-winning television, with "Survivor" (CBS) "The Apprentice" (NBC), "Rock Star" (CBS), "Contender" (ESPN) and "Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader?" (FOX).  In 2007 and 2008, Burnett produced the MTV Movie Awards and will again in 2009.  Burnett's entrepreneurial spirit pioneered the success of the reality "unscripted" drama series, garnered skyrocketing ratings and introduced millions worldwide to an entirely new television genre.

"StarMaker" is executive produced by Sean "Diddy" Combs, Mark Burnett and Audrey Morrissey.  Co-executive producers are Jim Roush and Lee Metzger and Jane Mun is supervising producer.  Tony DiSanto, Liz Gateley and Jacquelyn French serve as Executive Producers for MTV.

SEAN COMBS, the CEO and founder of Bad Boy Worldwide Entertainment Group is a multifaceted entertainment powerhouse. Sean "Diddy" Combs was recently declared "One of the Most Influential Businessmen in the World" by Time Magazine and CNN. Combs, 38 oversees one of the world's preeminent urban entertainment companies, encompassing a broad range of businesses including recording, music publishing, artist management, television and film production, recording facility, apparel and restaurants.

About Mark Burnett Productions

Mark Burnett Productions (MBP) has produced over 1,100 hours of television programming which regularly airs in over 70 countries around the world.  MBP revolutionized television with hits such as Survivor (CBS), The Apprentice (NBC), The Contender (ESPN), Rock  Star (CBS), Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? (FOX), which is currently being produced in 51 countries and the daytime syndicated hit Martha (about to begin its 4th season). In the summers of 2007 and 2008, MBP  entered the world of Award Shows, when Mark Burnett served as executive producer for the MTV Movie Awards.  Since 2001, MBP has garnered a total of 51 Emmy nominations with 5 wins, and has won 4 People¹s Choice Awards.  Mark Burnett has been named one  of the most influential people in the world by TIME magazine and named TV Guide¹s most valuable player.  He has won both BRANDWEEK¹S Marketer of the Year Award and the prestigious ROSE D¹OR FRAPA Format Award.  In 2007, Mark Burnett was inducted into the Broadcasting and Cable Hall of Fame. In 2008, Mark was honored with the announcement that he is to receive a star on the Hollywood walk of fameApprentice 8. 

About MTV

MTV is the dynamic, vibrant experiment at the intersection of music, creativity and youth culture.  For over 26 years, MTV has evolved, challenged the norm, and detonated boundaries -- giving each new generation a creative outlet and voice that entertains, informs and unites on every platform and screen.  On-air, MTV has been the number one rated 24 hour ad-supported cable network P12-24 for 16 straight years.  Online, MTV.com scored double-digit growth in 2007 and MTV launched ten dynamic online communities and six new virtual worlds.  On the go, MTV Mobile is the #1 music brand in the wireless space – delivering 90% more streams than in 2006.  And MTV's successful sibling networks MTV2, mtvU and MTV Tr3s each deliver unprecedented customized content, super-serving music fans, college students and young American Latinos like no one else.   MTV is part of MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms.  Wanna know more?  Come on in… www.mtvpress.com.

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Press Contacts:

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

For  Diddy:
Keesha Johnson
Dan Klores Communications
(212) 981-5212
Keesha_Johnson@dkcnews.com

SUPER-STAR RAPPER FLO RIDA CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY WITH 1800 TEQUILA AND CELEBRITY FRIENDS AT CAMEO THEATER IN MIAMI BEACH

Flo Rida Birthday Bash Draws Entertainment Industry Elite to South Beach

September 29, 2008 (Miami, FL) – Poe Boy Music Group/Atlantic Records Super-Star Rapper Flo Rida will celebrate his birthday on Sunday, October 5th  2008 at Cameo Theater located at 1445 Washington Avenue in Miami Beach.  The red carpet affair powered by Sessoms PR, Haute Society and Poe Boy Music Group, will begin at 10 p.m.

The birthday bash will be hosted by DJ Khaled, Big Will and Tiger broadcasted live by WEDR 99 Jamz. Special invited guests include, Rick Ross, Trick Daddy, Fat Joe, Brisco, Billy Blue, Montana Tucker, Anjuli Stars, T-Pain, Triple C, Lil Wayne, Birdman, Betty Wright, Pleasure P, Trey Songz, Udonis Haslem, Dwayne Wade, Ace Hood, Pretty Ricky, BalGreezy, Super producers Cool and Dre and Jim Jonsin, Danity Kane, the Pussy Cat Dolls and more. Confirmed performances will be by Flo Rida, Brisco, Rick Ross, Triple C, Billy Blue, Montana Tucker, Anjuli Stars and many more surprises.

The rapper's debut album, "Mail on Sunday, "continues to  make an impact, while Nielsen digital sales charts, Flo Rida's single, "Low," broke the record for most consecutive weeks as the No. 1 ringtone in the country on the Nielsen RingScan chart, with 13 weeks in the top spot. "Low" is also the first-ever debut single from a rap artist to top the CHR/TOP 40 Chart in history. Additionally, Flo Rida is the first debut artist with two Top 10 digital singles. Flo Rida has achieved global success, with chart-topping hit records and selling out venues worldwide. "Mail on Sunday," recently achieved Certified Gold status in Australia while "Low," featuring T-Pain is listed as Certified Double-Platinum also in Australia.

Flo Rida is also nominated for three 2008 BET Hip Hop Awards for, Best Ringtone: "Low" with T-Pain, Best Hip Hop Collabo: "Low" with T-Pain and Rookie of the Year.

Furthermore, Florida Congressman Kendrick B. Meek's, "Just Vote," campaign officials will be present at the event continuing efforts to register voters for the upcoming 2008 Presidential Election.  This will be the last event to register to vote before the October 6th deadline for voter registration.
Red Carpet arrivals will take place from 11:45 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. with photography by Wire Image.

The Birthday Bash is also sponsored in part by Proximo Spirits' 1800 Tequila, Alpha Music, Jam Rock Entertainment, Chef Creole, Sessoms PR, Haute Society, WEDR 99 Jamz and Pixel Pusher.

For additional info and VIP Table reservations call or text (786) 271-0989 or (786) 426-7751

Media must confirm attendance no later Saturday October 4th by 5 p.m. by contacting Melissa Sessoms/Sessoms PR at Sessomspr@gmail.com

About Proximo Spirits, Inc.
Proximo Spirits is a newly formed, privately owned, premium spirits distributor based in New York. In addition to 1800 Tequila, the company portfolio includes; Maestro Dobel Diamond Reposado Tequila, Three Olives Vodka, Gran Centenario Tequila, as well as the exquisite Ron Matusalem Rum brand.    

Contact/Media Information:
Melissa Sessoms                                                   
Sessoms PR                                                                        
Ph: 305.772.6825                                                
Em: SessomsPR@gmail.com                                          
Web: www.sessomspr.com    

Enter Dr. Miracle's Female MC Webcam Battle

Win Tickets to BET Hip-Hop Awards

The Contest
Did you know that there hasn't been a female BET Hip Hop Award nominee since 2006? ...And it's not their fault! At a time when too few female emcees champion the Hip Hop community, Dr. Miracle's, the beauty brand that continuously supports African- American women across the globe, announces its first-ever online Webcam Battle in search of America's best female MCs. To qualify, contestants must submit their own 16-bar freestyle on the topic: Ethnic Beauty. Winners will be selected based on their creativity, style, and enthusiasm.

The Prize
3 WINNERS will receive 2 tickets to the 3rd Annual 2008 BET Hip- Hop Awards LIVE in Atlanta, GA. Taking place Saturday, October 18th at 8pm, the ceremony is hosted by comedian, Katt Williams, and is sure to feature jaw-dropping performances by select nominees, which include Lil' Wayne, Kanye West, Jay-Z, Chris Brown, and T.I., just to name few. Winners will also receive custom Dr. Miracle's product basket.

How To Enter
All contestants must send a LINK TO THEIR VIDEO, as well as their name, age, email address, and phone number to Contest@DrMiracles.com. ONLY FEMALES, AGES 18+, MAY ENTER TO WIN.

DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES: 12NOON ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10th, 2008

Shanon Stanislaus
Public Relations Asst. Director
Dr. Miracle's
(o) 212.481.1599 x309
(f)  212.481.0599
Shanon@DrMiracles.com
AIM: Knalej4u

'Beats on The Beach' Miami Music Seminar Oct 9-11th- Register Now for our $799 Travel Package

In Less Than 10days, iStandard iNc and DBHH Management bring you the first annual 'Beats on The Beach' Miami Music Seminar Presented by Roland, IK Multimedia, Remix Magazine and ASCAP October 9-11th 2008 @ The Doubletree Surfcomber Hotel in Miami Florida aka South Beach. 'Beats on The Beach' will consist of incredible networking opportunities, keynote speakers, interactive industry panels, artist and producer showcases, giveaways, surprise guests as well as Miami's best offering- their sexy nightlife at some of the most incredible clubs on the beach!!

Whose coming to 'Beats on The Beach'? You ask!!

DJ CLUE (Radio Personality/CEO of Desert Storm)
Sha Money XL (Co Founder of G Unit/ CEO Money Mgmt Group)
Cool and Dre (Lil Wayne, Fat Joe, Rick Ross)
Lenny S (VP of A&R Def Jam/ Rocafella records)
Riggs Morales (SR VP of A&R Shady Records)
Julian Boothe (VP of A&R Slip n Slide)
Omar Grant (Head of A&R Urban EMI Records)
Dre Mckenzie (G Unit A&R)
Gorilla Tek (Platinum Producer for Trick Daddy, LiL Wayne)
Bob Celestin (Entertainment Attorney reps Petey Pablo, Tocarra Jones and Blue Williams) John Ingram (Entertainment Attorney for Sha Money, Juelz Santana, LLoyd Banks)
The Runners (Rick Ross, Keisha Cole, Chris Brown)
Jimmy Kendrix (G Unit, Rihanna, Ja Rule, Ashanti, Shyne)
Alamo (Director of A&R for DTP)
Diaz Brothers (Trick Daddy, Pitbull)
Red Spyda (50 Cent, Lil Kim, Lil Flip, D12, Obie Trice)
Qwote (Slip N Slide recording Artist) and more!!!

WE NOW HAVE 2 PACKAGES AVAILABLE...

$350- Includes one 3 day event pass which will give you access to all industry panels, showcases and afterparties. (hotel and airfare not included)

$799 (special price, was $999)- Includes one 3 day event pass which wil give you access to all industry panels, showcases and afterparties. One room @ Doubletree Surfcomber for 3 nights (Check in Oct 9th, Check out Oct 12th) AND One Golden Pass to the official 'Beats on The Beach' Industry Listening Session where our panelists will listen to your music and give you critique right on the spot.

To register go directly to http://www.beatsonthebeach.com/botbregister.php

AND.... IF THAT WASN'T ALREADY ENOUGH REASON TO REGISTER FOR 'BEATS ON THE BEACH'

ALL 'Beats on The Beach' registrants will receive a special ringtone deal from Thumbplay.com who just signed on as a event sponsor!! Thumbplay Open is a perfect opportunity for independent artists, labels, developers, photographers, designers, and fans to sell ringtones, graphics and videos to over 200 million phones, earning money as an artist or a partner. Once you upload your own music, photos or videos or simply sell anything already in our catalog, get paid directly by using the promotion tools you will get by being a participant in the program AND.... ALL 'Beats on The Beach' registrants will also receive a FREE 3 Month Subscription to the worlds largest dj/production driven publication REMIX Magazine as well as your choice of a FREE AmpliTube 2 DUO or Ampeg SVX UNO courtesy of IK Multimedia!!! After registering you will receive a confirmation letter and link to redeem all these perks.

ALSO…Deadlines for Artist, Top Single and Producers showcase submissions are extended to Sept 30th so you dont have much time to register and send in your heat to be considered for these 3 shows RIGHT ON THE BEACH!!! If selected you will be notified by Oct 1st with all specifics.

Click here for specifics on showcase events and preliminary prize packages

iStandard Producer Showcase- www.beatsonthebeach.com/proinfo.htm
DBHH Management Artist Showcase- www.beatsonthebeach.com/artinfo.htm
America's Next Top Single Showcase- www.beatsonthebeach.com/singleinfo.htm

CHECK OUT OUR PANELIST'S Special Video Invite....including Cool and Dre, DJ Clue and Gorilla Tek!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLQ_bXDgNaY

Still not convinced then take a 360 Virtual Tour of The 'Beats on The Beach' Miami Music Seminar Tour Location http://www.emarketing360.com/DoubleTree/FL/surf/index.html

So…. If you would like to be a part of history in the making and are looking to further your career by mingling in the sun and at the clubs with the biggest names in music then do yourself a favor by clicking below http://www.beatsonthebeach.com/botbregister.php

See you on The Beach!!

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There's No Doubt, A Sista Can Rock A Mic

Featuring Ndambi, Emily King, Angela Johnson, Liv Warfield, Yazahrah

Washington, D.C. – September 29, 2008 – The 4th Annual Can A Sista Rock A Mic? (CASRAM) Festival will feature local and national talent in Washington D.C. and Silver Spring, Maryland, October 8 – 11, 2008.

The four-day festival will feature Singer-Songwriters Liv Warfield, Grammy Nominee Emily King and Angela Johnson; New York-based Hip-hop/Reggae emcee duo, Nola Darling; DC-based artists EmoniFela, R&B singer Alison Carney and Electro-Afro beat artist Op Swamp 81; DC native Yazahrah; Atlanta-based soul singer April Hill; and New Jersey-based R&B artist Jean Baylor, formerly of hit duo Zhane and many more.   

"Can A Sista Rock A Mic? showcases some of the best live R&B and hip-hop music.  We also exhibit local artists and vendors as an effort to support the DC and Maryland community.  The best thing about CASRAM is that you can enjoy the festival with friends and family," says Kimani Anku, solSource Group co-founder. CASRAM 08 opens with an acoustic show from one of the pioneers of the new soul movement, N'Dambi! for two shows: 8pm and 10pm - 8pm opening is D.C.'s own Tamara Wellons who is slated to release her newest album this month and opening the second show is HU graduate from Atlanta, April Hill.

On Thursday A collage of hip-hop inspired performances from newcomers Bless Roxwell & Ra the MC, electric funk band OP Swamp 81, funky hip-hop's Eagle Nebula, and electro-soulful Ms. TK Wonder (with Taylor McFerrin). This is a memorable show of unique performances that will leave you in a zone! Hosted by DC's own XO.

Friday night will be a double hitter stating with the play:The Saartjie Project: The life and legacy of Saartjie Baartman who is also known as the Hottentot Venus. Using drama, song, dance and spoken word we explore the continued fascination of the black female form, and then CASRAM's flyest take the stage for a live evening of rhythmic basslines and beautiful people as Canada's Ayah makes her D.C. debut, along with Portland, Oregon's Liv Warfield, pioneer Jean Baylor of Zhane' fame, rising star Alison Carney and hometown heroine Yahzarah. DJ/ Host: W. Ellington Felton aka Wes Felton.

Saturday will also be a double hitter with No! The Rape Documentary & Panel Discussion with Konyka Dunson: In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, NO! The Rape Documentary is a groundbreaking feature length documentary unveiling the reality of abuse and healing in the black communities, and is being used around the world by grassroots movements around the world to end violence against women. After the film, there will be an audience discussion moderated by Konyka Dunson of WPFW & DCTV. Then CASRAM closes in grand fashion every year. This year, with a family friendly environment complete with vendors and visual art in beautiful downtown Silver Spring, we feature stellar, diverse performances by the truly soulful, energetic Angela Johnson, R&B singer Emily King, young hip-hop prodigy Ms. Emoni Fela, Singer & MC Josephine Silla, reggae spiced hip-hop gems Nola Darling, spoken word matriarch Dehejia Maat, the airy, electronic Yoko K. / aphrodizia, jazzy grooving Deborah Bond, up-and-coming DC soul singers Ne'a Posey and Teisha Marie and more!

Proceeds from this year's festival will benefit Raising Expectations, Inc., an organization that broadens the creative opportunities for at-risk youth and young adults in Washington DC to help them succeed in every aspect of life.

About CASRAM: Can A Sista Rock A Mic? Is a solSource Group production that celebrates the convergence of local, national and international women trendsetters in music, dance, spoken word, media arts and community activism in the Greater Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area.   

For more information about the festival, please visit http:/www.canasistarockamic.com   To schedule interviews with an artist or with the solSource Group, please contact Kimani Anku kimani@solsourcegroup.com
or Brandon Felton brandon@solsourcegroup.com

DNA Beats Brightens Philly Radio with DJ Diamond Kuts

"Salt Peppa Ketchup Hot Sauce" a Hit for Philly Hip Hop

Upcoming work with Bow Wow, Rocko, Flo-Rida and More!

September 29, 2008
Philadelphia, PA -- Hip Hop fans have continually watched their beloved underground producers develop into platinum-selling superstars, all the while hoping that the talent and foundation of the beatsmiths will maintain the same integrity. Unfortunately, far too many producers who grew from classic boom-bap to create mega hits do not stay in touch with the very sounds that made them fan favorites.

As the buzz for their DJ Diamond Kuts single "Salt Peppa Ketchup Hot Sauce" featuring Casino, Pumpkin and D-Wizz gains popularity, the duo of DNA Beats is determined to stick to their roots in more ways than one.

Philadelphia producers Ridd and Dnali came together years ago to form DNA Beats, and had the opportunity early on to work with people they admired like the legendary production team Gamble & Huff and Will Hunt of The Delphonics. In the past two years alone, DNA has produced for budding Philly stars with national buzz like Bump J, Peedi Peedi and Gillie Da Kid.

In 2008, they created magic with Power 99 DJ Diamond Kuts on her song "Salt Peppa Ketchup Hot Sauce," which became an instant local hit. "We're trying to take some of the late '80s stuff back," Ridd says of the track. "Our whole vision was imagining if Roxanne Shante came out with a record right now. We're not making it more club-friendly, we're just providing all of the elements that have worked."

With a video on the horizon, the work with DJ Diamond Kuts has definitely given DNA Beats a leg up in their mission to bring forth a new-age sound for the region. They are developing futuristic sounds for artists like Casino (songwriter and featured vocalist on "Salt Peppa Ketchup Hot Sauce"), PFL (Playas 4 Life), Hip-Pop group DaCav5, Hip Hop artists Young Tre and Five Mics and more. Additionally, they have tracks recorded with several major label artists including Bow Wow, Lil Mama, Rocko, Flo-Rida, Tiffany Evans and more.

DNA Beats is actively working with Status Management to refresh Philly's style for the world, and add their own flair to artists' work in other regions. "We definitely want to make an impact in the industry," explains Dnali. "We're not trying to be the one-hit wonders - we strive to make sure we're on top of our game. We definitely feel we're in a position to make an impact just off of basic elements of our sound." 

For more information on DNA Beats and to hear their current hit, go to www.tygereye.net/dnabeats and www.myspace.com/dnabeats

For interviews and press information, contact dove@tygereye.net

Riddim Driven Clothing Will Showcase at Brooklyn Fashion Week

New York, NY, September 29, 2008-Riddim Driven returns for its second year at the Brooklyn Fashion Weekend runway to showcase its latest collection. The men's highly anticipated fashion line, Riddim Driven will once again grace the stage at the event celebrating the relationship between fashion, music and community. The show will take place on Sunday, October 5, 2008 at 6:40pm. Doors open at 5:00pm at Huge White Box located on 109 Ingraham Street, East Williamsburg (between Porter and Morgan Avenue).

"We are pleased to celebrate Brooklyn Fashion Week this year. We are committed to making a statement with our brand. Men's fashion is all about being comfortable and true to your own sense of style," states Jean Jones, Brand Manager of Riddim Driven.                                                                      

Riddim Driven is recognized as a fashion industry leader for its creation and execution of the heritage inspired line. Our line does not lean too heavily on the red, green, and gold color scheme commonly associated with reggae-inspired clothing. Riddim Driven creates a comfortable couture feel with its military jackets and aesthetically appealing tees and hoodies. From Japan to Jamaican, Riddim Driven is loved by all fashionistas alike.

Clifford Wray III of Fashion Style Emergency Inc. will take the helm as Fashion Stylist, respectively. Our male models will be provided by George Brown of Red Models, NYC.

Trendsetters looking for more information on Riddim Driven clothing can log onto www.riddimdrivenclothing.com

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For More Information:

Medegine Guillaume
Publicist
Riddim Driven Clothing
212-695-8790
Medegine@vprecords.com

Jean Jones
Brand Manager
Riddim Driven Clothing
212-695-8790
Jean.Jones@vprecords.com

SPECIAL NEEDS AGENCY CONTINUES TO INFORM AND EMPOWER RESIDENTS THROUGH SERIES OF NON-PARTISAN VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVES

HAMPTON ROADS, VA (September 29, 2008) – As the deadline for individuals to register for the next General Election fastly approaches, Circle of Friends, LLC is continuing their community-wide efforts to bring awareness to unregistered residents of Hampton Roads.  Providing voter registration applications for individuals who are unregistered, have moved or are felons, Valencia Ballard, President of Circle of Friends, LLC, is well within her goal of empowering Hampton Roads populace.

To continue a work that has been in progress for quite some time, Ballard and a team of professionals will finalize their efforts this week on Tuesday, September 30th and Saturday, October 4th.  The deadline to register to vote for the November 4th General Election is October 6th.

Information and applications for military voters, absentee voters, violent and non-violent felons and more can be obtained at the registration site.  Circle of Friends has worked closely with Mr. Gary Ellis, Voter Registration Coordinator for the State Board of Elections, in order to obtain the most up to date information regarding voter's rights in the state of Virginia .  Phase III of the COF voter registration drives will take place on the following:

Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008

400 Saint Pauls Blvd

Norfolk, VA

2P-6P

Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008

400 Saint Pauls Blvd

Norfolk, VA

12P-4P

We are requesting media to come out and experience the essence of community service in progress through the heart and mind of a leader right here in the Hampton Roads community.  Please call 757-537-4644 to express your interest.

ABOUT CIRCLE OF FRIENDS, LLC:  The Circle of Friends agency was established in 1999 and provides programs and services to individuals with special needs (those diagnosed with disabilities which include mental retardation in addition to other mental health issues, developmental disabilities, autism disorder, and physical limitations) while promoting learning in the home and community. COF programs offer training, assistance, and/or specialized supervision, in activities within Congregate Residential Support Services, Community Based Day Support Services, Supportive In-Home Services, and Respite Care Services.  LICENSURE: Virginia Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services. 

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FOR MEDIA INFORMATION:
Quwania J.
757.638.4000(office) | 757.537.4644(cell)
Publicity@thesonshinefaktory.com

Gucci Mane's Hood Classics Weighed Up-Digital By Big Cat

ATLANTA, September 25, 2008-With Gucci Mane on lockdown, Big Cat laced the block on September 23, with the rapper's Hood Classics, a dope boy's triple beam dream.

Weighed up digital by Big Cat, with 18 ghetto gold trap-anthemsGucci Banner, Hood Classics rounds out the troubled Southern Hip Hop star's catalog and is a must-have for any Gucci Mane addict. Hood Classics officially has the streets on lock, (no pun intended).

The release is accompanied by a 35 minute DVD of never-before seen footage, which gives fans a closer look at Gucci Mane's journey from the Trap House to mainstream and back. Now that the artist is once again behind bars, the streets must recognize that Hood Classics is more than mere talk; every Gucci story is raw and real.

Young Jeezy, Killa Mike, and Bun B, among other rappers fluent in the streets are featured on Hood Classics. The record includes hot singles such as "I'm the Sh*t" and the unreleased "2008, So Icy Remix."

Gucci Mane's career jumped off in 2005 when he brought us "Icy" featuring Young Jeezy, which quickly became a hood hit bumped in whips across the country. Big Cat Records, ATL's Independently Made and Independently Paid indie, subsequently released the commercially successful Trap House, Hard to Kill and Trap-A-Thon LPs.

For more information or to request a CD to review  Hood Classics, contact Trea Day Management & Publicity at 678.570.4930 or email treadaypr@gmail.com or check out:

http://www.treaday.blogspot.com
http://www.bigcatrecords.net
http://www.myspace.com/guccimudercase
http://www.myspace.com/bigcatrecords

Media Contact: Treavion Davenport, Sr. Publicist/CEO
Trea Day Management & Publicity
C: 678.570.4930/O:770.807.6021
treadaypr@gmail.com
www.treaday.blogspot.com

Hip Hop Heavyweights Go In With Kilogram

Trenton NJ, September 27, 2008 -- Hip Hop is alive could be the slogan for Kilogram's latest CD/DVD "I Go In". The CD/DVD features such hip hop heavyweights as Lupe Fiasco, Maino, DJ Kay Slay, Bun-B, Peedie Crack, E-Ness, Gillie Da Kid, and many others. Kilogram accomplished an unheard of feat by having so many heavyweights on one project for an artist without a record deal. The DVD chronicles his true independent rise to the top.

Kilogram mastered his craft and used his "Go In" philosophy to make it to where most independent artist can only dream of. The "Go In" philosophy simply means to put a 100 percent into whatever you do. This is a universal theme that can be used by many people in many endeavors such as sports, education, business, etc. It is the application of this philosophy that has led to the movement.

Kilogram leads the "I Go In" movement by demonstrating how he put 100 percent into his career and found success. As a true independent artist with no record deal he has been featured in such magazines as The Source, XXL, Hip Hop Weekly, and has been featured on radio stations across the nation. Kilogram has worked with music luminaries such as T.I., Missy, Busta Rhymes, Trey Songs, Lil Flip, Blu Cantrell and Papoose. He has had two music videos on MTV and BET.

Kilogram is not only an artist he is also CEO of his own record label Chain of Command Entertainment. With support from his partners Philadelphia Eagles player Sean Andrews and Israel Calderon he has entered the final stretch of his independent grind by signing with Atlantic Records. Check out his myspace page myspace.com/kilogramts for more info and samples of his "I Go In" CD/DVD.

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Contact:

Mark Mangum
Gate Way Entertainment
433 Market St Suite 201
Camden NJ 08012
Phone: 609-346-3067
Fax: 856-966-4725
Email: gatewayent52@yahoo.com
Web site: myspace.com/kilogramts

IAF IS STILL ON...MOVED TO NEW DATE!!!!!!

THE GAME, LLOYD, LOOSE ENDS AND TAMIA SUPPORT THE INTERNATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL IN CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF WORLD MUSIC, GLOBAL DIVERSITY AND CHARITABLE OUTREACH

-October 11th – 12th in New Orleans, Louisiana-

September, 2008, New York, NY – The International Arts Festival (IAF) will celebrate 20 years of world music on a NEW date; from October 11th-12th in New Orleans. This special festival is still on and promising to be the best ever. On October 11th and 12th the music festival takes place at Scout Island, City Park from 12PM to 9PM and attracts musical acts and artists from all over the world, in an effort to fuse world music and heighten awareness of local community projects. Despite Hurricane Gustav's arrival and departure into the 'Big Easy', The International Arts Festival has decided to continue on and devote itself to remaining in the soulful and rich city of New Orleans and helping to economically and culturally rebuild one of the world's most precious landmarks. "We will continue to keep the festival in New Orleans. New Orleans is the city we love and will continue to support and assist the rebuilding process", says Ernest Kelly, founder of the International Arts Festival.

This year's artist lineup includes performances by hip hop heavy weight The Game, New Orleans native and R&B golden boy Lloyd, Grammy Award singer/songwriter Gordon Chambers, R&B newcomer Bradd Marquis, internet favorite Asher Roth, five-time Grammy-nominated songbird Tamia, world-renowned reggae artists Morgan Heritage, Yellow Man, Collie Buddz and Red Fox and London's legendary band Loose Ends, amongst many others.

Ticket packages are available online at www.ticketmaster.com or log onto www.iafno.com for additional information. You can also charge by phone at 504.522.5555.

The IAF is brought to you by The City of New Orleans, SAIG, JBF Entertainment, LLC and the International Arts Foundation.

MUSIC FESTIVAL SCHEDULE

Saturday, October 11th

*Artist Lineup Includes:  Bradd Marquis, Gordon Chambers, Yellow Man, Loose Ends, Morgan Heritage and Tamia

Sunday, October 12th

*Artist Lineup Includes:  Asher Roth, Lloyd, Collie Buddz, Red Fox, DJ Honda & DJ Dinero and The Game

For media inquiries and press credentials contact HUFF Events & PR at 212.239.1732 or info@huffent.com.

About International Arts Foundation:

Founded in 1987, the International Arts Festival is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote global awareness, world peace and unity through music, art and education. The International Arts Festival and The Children's Global Playground are essential programs the foundation has established to help with the implementation of cultural, civic and educational programs that benefit citizens of the New Orleans community. The Children's Global Playground promotes diversity and ethnic tolerance, as well as promotes community involvement with the participation by all for the social and economic betterment of the community. Over the years, the foundation has played a vital role in the development of over 20 New Orleans based World Beat and Caribbean bands, as well as assisting many vendors with business consul and most important the opportunity to mainstream their businesses. The International Arts Festival has also grown to include several community and educational interests such as The Pavilion of Global Cultures, The Gallery of Expression and the Lip Loc Poetry Lounge.

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Michelle L. Huff
HUFF Events & PR
325 West 38th Street
Suite 805
New York, NY 10018
212.239.1732
212.354.3794 fax

Cypress Hill's Own Sen Dog Accepts Invite to Perform at 'We The People Festival' Alongside The RZA, EPMD & Tom Morello!

Cypress Hill to be Honored at VH-1 Hip-Hop Honors!

Diary Of A Mad Dog In-Stores September 30th, 2008

LOS ANGELES, CA...Latin hip-hop pioneer, Sen Dog (aka Senen Reyes) from Cypress Hill, has accepted a special invitation to peform at the highly-anticipated, "We The People" festival on September 27 in Los Angeles. Sen was personally asked to represent West Coast hip-hop at this historic event. He will perform the tracks, "Capo" and "Fumble" from his forthcoming album, Diary of A Mad Dog due out September 30 on Suburban Noize Records.  The Latin Thug will share the bill with the top music artists today, including Les Claypool, The RZA, EPMD, Barrington Levy, Tom Morello and others. His set is scheduled for 9:15pm-9:25pm, which positions him between sets by Tom Morello and EPMD! http://www.wethepeoplefestival.com/

Sen Dog will be in New York City for the taping of 2008 VH-1 Hip-Hop Honors on October 2, where Cypress Hill will be one of the hip-hop luminaries to be honored. Cypress Hill will be the first Latino rap group to reach such a milestone as they will be take their rightful position as icons alongside icons like Too $hort, Naughty By Nature, De La Soul and Slick Rick. VH-1 Hip-Hop Honors is hosted by Tracey Morgan and set for an October 6 air date at 10pm EST. For more info: http://www.vh1.com/shows/events/hip_hop_honors/_2008/

Take a minute to check out Diary of A Mad Dog for yourself at www.myspace.com/sendog

Sen Dog's bark is louder than ever on his debut. Taking matters of money, faith and family to the music, Sen Dog sets out to unleash personal dramas in a no-holds-barred symposium of introspection and a narrative insight into his life.  Diary of A Mad Dog is a cathartic release for the rabid emcee, but totally accessible to a ravenous audience eager for a solid Sen Dog assault.  A few of the Cali pals found on Diary of a Mad Dog include Tangled Thoughts, DJ Ace, and even his Cypress Hill partner B-Real joins in on the attack.

"I've done the whole dark, morbid thing and the whole rock n' roll crossover thing. I'm not going to have an agenda on this; I'm going to jam and record whatever is fun to me," says Sen Dog about his first ever solo offering. "With Cypress Hill I'm working with B-Real and DJ Muggs, but with my solo material it's a bit more of a challenge and more rewarding for me as a songwriter when I come up with tracks and they sound banging" he adds.

Sen Dog is true pioneer. His iconic group, Cypress Hill, have been credited as the first Latin hip-hop superstars. As co-frontman of the band, Sen has been instrumental in breaking down the door for other West Coast hip-hop artists in the Latin, urban and rock/rap hybrid genres. With #1 albums on the Billboard Charts (Black Sunday), Top 10 singles ("How Could I Just Kill a Man", "Insane In The Brain" and "Rock Superstar") and countless platinum and gold plaques (over 17 million albums sold worldwide), Sen Dog has certainly earned his stripes as an OG committed to pushing music forward.

DIARY OF A MAD DOG IN-STORES SEPTEMBER 30, 2008.

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James Wright
Kerosene Media
236 Nelson St.
Brantford, Ont, Canada
N3S 4C4
james@kerosenemedia.com
519.759.3009

Exclusive Desi Hits! In-Studio Interview with Wyclef Jean

"Talks About 'Hollywood Meets Bollywood' Remix & Hip-Hop's Fusion with 'Urban Desi'

New York, N.Y., September 25, 2008 – Desi Hits! is launching an exclusive one-on-one behind-the-scenes video interview with Wyclef Jean. The Grammy Award-winning star discusses his remix of "Hollywood Meets Bollywood" from his album Carnival Vol. 2: Memoirs of an Immigrant and the increasingly popular fusion between Hip-Hop and other popular Western music genres with Eastern Desi influences to create Urban Desi music.

Never afraid of exploring new sounds and rhythms Wyclef's remix of "Hollywood Meets Bollywood" was created in tribute to Hindi cinema. By featuring Bollywood icons Abhishek Bachchan – considered by many as "India's Al Pacino" – and Aadesh Shrivastava, arguably India's best composer, Wyclef accomplished his goal of creating a genuine East/West fusion of Hip-Hop.

"There is a true fusion now of what we do in Hip-Hop," says Wyclef during the in-studio interview. "I wanted to put the whole synergy of where we come from and where [Abhishek] comes from and put it on one record. [Hollywood Meets Bollywood] ain't official yet until it's really Bollywood Meets Hollywood!"

Wyclef's interview with Jay Gatzby from DesiHits.com's The Corner is the first in a series of video programs, dubbed webisodes, the website will launch featuring artists from SONY BMG and Warner Music Group as the labels continue to embrace and collaborate with Bollywood and Urban Desi culture. The webisodes are intended to showcase popular Western artists embracing every aspect of Desi culture including cuisine, fashion, Bollywood and more.

"Desi Hits has coined the term 'Urban Desi' to define the emerging genre of music encompassing popular Western mainstream music like hip-hop, pop and rock fused with Eastern Desi influences," says Anjula Acharia-Bath, co-founder and chief executive officer of Desi Hits!. "Wyclef is an international musician and we are thrilled to have his exclusive 'Hollywood Meets Bollywood' interview as this genre of music fully encompasses the essence of Desi Hits!"

With Bollywood becoming a phenomenon in all industries including film, fashion and music, artists have been incorporating Desi beats within their music for a long time – just think Jay-Z's "Beware of the Boys" with Punjabi MC or Truth Hurts "Addictive." At the heart of this trend has been the multimedia website DesiHits.com, which is the number one hub for this East/West music and lifestyle fusion on the Internet.

About Desi Hits!
Redefining Desi to reflect the diversity of today's trendsetting South Asian, Desi Hits! spotlights established and emerging talent across music and entertainment from both the mainstream and the global Desi community.   Wildly addictive, the multi-platform media company caters to a cosmopolitan and eclectic audience that craves fresh east-west fusion, and the best from Los Angeles, London, Bollywood and beyond. Original streaming music/video and podcasts shows, editorial, artist profiles and exclusive celebrity interviews, all accessible anytime, anywhere. Desi Hits! is also home to the first official Desi iTunes music store in conjunction with Apple, here you can discover new and established artists in a one stop shop for all your music needs! Why go anywhere else? Founded in January 2006 with headquarters in New York and London, Desi Hits! is dedicated to creating and encouraging exciting, edgy content and has already gained a following in over 65 countries. Has Desi HIT you yet? Love it, live it @ www.desihits.com.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Sabrina Levine | Lizzie Grubman PR
212.966.5000 x102 | Sabrinal@grubmanpr.com