Description: Trikle Down Ent. & Vivafidelonline.com call for unity to celebrate releases with live performances.
(Chicago, IL—July 7, 2009) Tuesday July 16, 2009 it will never be the same in Chicago! Two very serious Artists/Activists, Viva Fidel (Milwaukee) & Zin (Houston) , are bringing light to the city with the "Get On The Frontline" Album Release party & Concert.
ZIN, CEO of Trickle Down Entertainment has been an influential figure in Houston's Hip-Hop movement for over 16 years. He is a writer, producer, social activist, and MC. In 1995, ZIN founded Trickle Down Entertainment, a socially conscious entertainment corporation In addition to his work in music production, ZIN has hosted S.O.S Radio on KPFT 90.1 FM, a Hip-Hop and social commentary driven radio program since 2002. Guests on S.O.S. have included Erykah Badu, Public Enemy, Raheem Devaughn, and Michael Eric Dyson. Mental Graffiti is the latest installment by ZIN which is a solid mix of Hip-Hop and Soul. Mental Graffiti, the third studio album from ZIN is described by critics as a mix of hip-hop, soul and funk, where Parliament Funkadelic meets Mos Def. The music on this album speaks to people from all walks of life. Also, ZIN recently Co-executive produced and wrote on the latest album, Mainstream Outlaws, from pioneer hip-hop group X-Clan.
Viva Fidel is a key organizer known not only for his "healthy hip hop" brand of music, film & event productions in his stronghold of Milwaukee ,WI but also for his award winning community & youth work. Fidel has been an independent artist recording & touring for well over 10 years. Last year, Fidel also released his short reality music film & soundtrack "Controlled Demo" to critical & academic acclaim. Fidel's workshops & screenings are being used in college & high school courses fusing Hip hop culture & education for empowerment. Viva Fidel Vol. 4 is the mixtape-style, original street album, featuring Core Dj/RecordBreaker Dj Stretch featuring all new, hardcore material.
"Get On The Frontline" will kick off in Chicago , summoning hip hop activists, educators, multi-media networks & entrepreneurs to a fun but serious power event. In Chicago & cities across the nation Hip Hop Culture is being used as a tool of empowerment & unity. "Get On The Frontline" was formed to help encourage and bridge the gaps of cooperation, collaboration & cross promotion between movements. Expect an all star event, where industry insiders, tastemakers, and trend setters are expected to step up & step out. So if you know any artists , organizations or businesses that may be interested please forward this message or contact: vivafidelpromo@gmail.com
There will be an Open Mic starting at 9:30pm & selected drink specials all night. Plus some real hip hop & soul, and acoustic vibes for your listening pleasures.
Doors open at 9pm. This event is also restricted 21 & over.
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Contact: EMAIL: vivafidelpromo@gmail.com
