CLOSER TO THE TOP; “A&R” Thanks Supporters for 2009

December 30, 2009 By

St. Paul , Minnesota –(December 30, 2009) — Antonio "A&R" Richardson wants the world to know his plans for success. His passion for the music, determined spirit, and ability to weave a tale within a track using the loom of his choosing; are the reasons why those that meet him believe it. The A&R imprint in 2009: a statement in the silence.

Richardson said, and these are his words "I've been blessed to have accomplished all of that I've been able to this year.   I thank God, and everyone who has supported me. We're nowhere near the end of the journey.  I invite each of you to join me in every step of the way."

2009 sent the A&R penned Joe Mauer Theme Song to iTunes world-wide; live escort performances at the Target Center and Grand Casino Hinkley for professional boxing contender Cerresso Fort; headliner of the Fallout Show, and 3rd Annual Urban Bowl performer. Slate of Mind Productions is near completion of the shooting for Unsigned: A feature film documentary focusing on this Minnesotan's odyssey in the music industry. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4KsFFOD0pk

The year also included Richardson being featured in a nationally rotated Target commercial, and the first from the world of hip hop to work as a spokesperson for the New York based and globally reaching Graves Disease Foundation. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IH8xk6qGckY&feature=SeriesPlayList&p=581C9BB56D368F76

To name a few: A&R was featured this year by the Fox Sports Network,  ESPN Magazine, The Mark Rosen Show, A&E cover section of The St. Paul Pioneer Press, The Minneapolis Star Tribune, The Charlotte Post with Ryanne Persinger;  a third  50 ft. CBS billboard, H.Y.P.E. Magazine, KMOJ radio, Radio One, and The Talk w/Taj Show.  2009 introduced audiences to A&R via websites such as Russell Simons' Global Grind.com; MLB.com with Kelly Theiser; HowsMyRolling.net; Tha Juke Joint.com, HipHopPress.com, MN Boxing League.com and many others.

The 4th Annual Twin Cities Hip Hop Awards has nominated A&R for an award in the category of "Mayor of St. Paul." He is scheduled to perform during the event on the main stage of the nationally recognized music venue First Avenue on January 22, 2010 .  Check for release of the single Girlfriend, Boyfriend by A&R, January 15, 2010 .

The New Year is already off to a great start!

www.anrmusic.blogspot.com; www.myspace.com/anrmusic; www.twitter.com/anrmusic

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Media Contact:  Cindy Walker
Phone:  651.402.4396
Fax:      651.779.7147
Walkerpr3@gmail.com  

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Trans World Entertainment To Host Holiday Sales Conference Call

December 30, 2009 By

ALBANY, N.Y., Dec. 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Trans World Entertainment Corporation (NASDAQ:TWMC) announced today that it will host a teleconference call for members of the financial community on Wednesday, January 6, 2010 at 10:00 AM ET to discuss its press release regarding its holiday sales results, which will be issued on the same day before the market opens. This call will be simultaneously webcast at the Company's website, www.twec.com.

Trans World Entertainment is a leading specialty retailer of entertainment software, including music, video and video games and related products. The Company operates retail stores in the United States, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico, primarily under the names f.y.e. for your entertainment and Suncoast and on the web at www.fye.com, www.wherehouse.com, www.secondspin.com and www.suncoast.com.

Certain statements in this release set forth management's intentions, plans, beliefs, expectations or predictions of the future based on current facts and analyses. Actual results may differ materially from those indicated in such statements. Additional information on factors that may affect the business and financial results of the Company can be found in filings of the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Source: Trans World Entertainment Corporation

CONTACT: Trans World Entertainment, John J. Sullivan, EVP, Chief
Financial Officer, +1-518-452-1242; or Financial Relations Board, Marilynn
Meek, +1-212-827-3773, mmeek@frbir.com

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

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uPlaya (TM) Wins 2009 Innovation Award from The Creative Coast for Demonstrating Bold Innovation

December 30, 2009 By

SAN FRANCISCO, CA–(Marketwire – December 30, 2009) – Music Intelligence Solutions, Inc.'s uPlaya service, the leader in the field of digital music and media discovery, was recently announced as the winner of the prestigious 2009 Innovation Award presented by The Creative Coast. The selection criteria was based on "the innovative application of technology to meet market challenges."

The uPlaya.com service, powered by Music Intelligence Solutions, Inc., was selected for its patented technologies, Hit Song Science™ and the Music Universe™, which offer unique digital promotion and discovery capabilities to music professionals and fans across the globe.

An independent panel of expert judges narrowed down the nearly 100 applications and selected uPlaya as this year's top winner in innovation for business. The judges were chosen from the ranks of business and community leaders.

"uPlaya's Hit Song Science™ and Music Universe™ technology represent some of the most significant innovations to impact the digital media business as we enter a new decade," said Brynn Grant, Executive Director of The Creative Coast. "Based on the initial response from record labels and artists, we expect uPlaya to continue to be a driving force for positive change in the music industry."

"Music Intelligence Solutions is pleased to be selected as the winner of the 2009 Innovation Award in recognition of the launch of the uPlaya.com service," said David Meredith, CEO of Music Intelligence Solutions, Inc.

The New York Times Magazine previously included Hit Song Science™ in its annual "Year in Ideas: Bright Notions, Bold Inventions" issue and the Harvard Business School profiled Hit Song Science™ in a full case study that remains popular at top universities around the world.

About Music Intelligence Solutions' uPlaya

Music Intelligence Solutions, Inc. (www.uPlaya.com) uses patent-approved technology to transform the Music Artist experience globally so that no great song goes unheard again. uPlaya services such as Hit Song Science™ and Music Universe™ enable proprietary discovery, automated programming, commercial market prediction, and community networking capabilities. Music Intelligence Solutions offers artists, songwriters, fans, social networks, mobile subscribers, and leading media companies a powerful new way to create, experience, share, and discover music and visual media. Music Intelligence Solutions' "intelligent systems" are a natural evolution of over a decade of research and development experience. For more information, visit the company website at www.uplaya.com.
Contact Information

Media Inquiries:
Reggie Dance
The RDPR Group
Press@uplaya.com
+1.973.353.8413

Business Development:
Info@uplaya.com
U.S. Contact:
+1-912-232-1942

Europe Contact:
Jimena Llopis
+34 60 707 12 09

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iTunes Names Swollen Members ‘Armed To The Teeth’ As One Of Hip-Hop’s Best Albums of 2009

December 29, 2009 By

Swollen Members' new album "Armed To The Teeth" has been named one of the best hip-hop records of 2009 by iTunes. The digital retailer released their choices for this year's best records of the genre and selected the Canadian hip-hop group's new album, "Armed To The Teeth", alongside albums from Ghostface Killah, Slaughterhouse, KRS-One, Ol' Dirty Bastard and Twista.
 
"It's an honor for Swollen Members to be chosen by iTunes as one of the best hip hop albums of 2009 and see our album named alongside these other talented and legendary artists," commented Mad Child.  "iTunes provides an amazing opportunity for music groups to still make a living in a business that is going through constant changes and economic tough times. We couldn't be more thrilled to have them recognize all the hard work we put into 'Armed To The Teeth'".
 
"This news caps an amazing year for Swollen Members, and a great year for music in general," added Prevail. "Swollen Members want to thank everyone who copped our new release on iTunes and supported us in 2009. Let's continue the creativity in 2010!"
 
Swollen Members' new studio album, "Armed To The Teeth", debuted at #146 on the Billboard Top 200 and #5 on the Heatseekers charts. The album is a snapshot of the trials and tribulations Swollen Members endured during the past two years, including Mad Child's battle with drug addiction, the collapse of their former record label, and the legal troubles that plagued the group throughout the recording process. "Armed To The Teeth" features collaborations with some of the best artists in the game including Tech N9ne, Everlast and Slaine from La Coka Nostra, Glasses Malone, and Talib Kweli.
 
Swollen Members video for the track "Bollywood Chick" featuring Tech N9ne can be seen online at http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=100455459.
 
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www.MySpace.com/SwollenMembers

Press:
James Wright and Kerosene Media
519.759.3009
james (at) kerosenemedia.com

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SAY GOODBYE TO ’09 WITH FUSE’S “TOP 40 OF ’09: THE YEAR IN MUSIC”

December 29, 2009 By

End of Year Marathon Airs on New Year's Eve Beginning at 12pm ET

New York, NY (December 18, 2009) – Fuse, Madison Square Garden's national music television network, is ringing out the year with one last hurrah by counting down the top hits of the year and breaking down the biggest events in the world of music. Catch the marathon of the "Top 40 of '09: The Year in Music" presenting this year's top hits, as voted by viewers.  The end of year special, hosted by Toure' and Allison Hagendorf, airs all day Thursday, December 31st starting at 12pm ET and will take viewers into 2010.
Fans voted at Fuse.tv for their favorite music video, as thirty-two of the year's most popular songs went head-to-head in a bracket-style tournament competing for the number one spot.   Artists in the bracket included Paramore, Lady Gaga, Kid Cudi, JAY-Z, Kelly Clarkson, Metallica, T.I. and many more.   Battling it out for the highest honor was Britney Spears' Circus against Papa Roach's Lifeline in the final round. For a second year in a row Britney took the top prize landing at number one; last year Spears' Womanizer beat out Paramore's That's What You Get.

"Top 40 of '09: The Year in Music" also tackles the wildest moments of the year.  From the beefs to top singles, the break ups and make ups, Fuse wraps up '09 with all the ups and downs, including Britney's triumphant return, digital download chart toppers Flo Rida, Miley Cyrus and The Black Eyed Peas, a tweetastic year in the world of celebs, and everything in-between. Don't miss Rihanna, Lady Gaga and 50 Cent talking about their reactions to the tragic death of Michael Jackson, and the cast of New Moon calling out some of their favorite bands, including Kings of Leon and Bon Iver.

SHOW:                   "Top 40 of '09: The Year in Music"

ENCORES:               Thursday, December 31 from 12pm ET till New Year's Day

CHANNEL #:            DirecTV 339 / EchoStar 158

Cable subscribers, check local listing at fuse.tv

ONLINE:                  Go to fuse.tv/
TWITTER:                @FusePR

About Fuse
Fuse brings viewers closer to their favorite artists and bands by featuring original series and specials, exclusive interviews, live concerts and video blocks – all rooted in the music experience.  Celebrating the hit makers of today, familiar favorites and edgy newcomers, Fuse accommodates the wide ranging tastes and attitudes of its 18-34 year-old audience with compelling music programming on-air, on-line, on-demand and via mobile technologies. Fuse is a part of MSG Media, which includes television networks MSG and MSG Plus and MSG Interactive, which oversees all company wireless and online initiatives.  MSG Media is a division of Madison Square Garden, L.P., which is owned by Cablevision Systems Corporation, and includes the New York Knicks (NBA); the New York Rangers (NHL); the New York Liberty (WNBA); the Hartford Wolf Pack (American Hockey League); MSG Entertainment, which includes concerts and events at Radio City Music Hall, Madison Square Garden, the Wang Center, the Beacon Theatre, as well as the legendary Chicago Theatre, and which manages wholly-owned live entertainment properties including the Radio City Rockettes and the Radio City Christmas Spectacular.  Additional information about Fuse can be found at http://press.fuse.tv/

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Press:
meg clark
marketing manager | w i r e d s e t
425 West 13th Street, Ste 504, NY, NY 10014
212.242.3400 x115

megc@wiredset.com | AIM: lafindesiecle

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SOUTHWEST FLORIDA RAPPER SHO ZOE RELEASES “THE PASSPORT” MIXTAPE

December 29, 2009 By

HOSTED BY GRAND HUSTLE/APHILLIATES MUSIC GROUP DJ DRAMA

"The Passport" Mixtape Release Party was held on December 24, 2009 at Ultra Night Club

Naples, FL – December 29, 2009 — The year 2009 has been promising for Southwest Florida Rapper Sho Zoe. With countless award nominations this year alone; 9th Annual Duval Diamond Awards Best Male Rap Artist, "#1 Contender of The Year" and "Best Southern Rapper of The Year" at the 2009 Underground Music Awards, the biggest National Award Show for independent recording artist in New York City, this past summer, and is currently in the running for Southern Entertainment Awards "Most Slept on Artist".

With the MTV Jams premiere of his video for the hit single "One In A Million" featuring Nav produced by 105.5 The Beat, Core DJ; Deejay Quest, the music industry is buzzing about "Florida's Most Wanted" Rapper. "One In A Million" is gaining massive spins at clubs and radio stations through out Florida; "Christmas came early for me this year" Sho Zoe says, about the success he is having in his music career. Working hard to keep his momentum, Sho Zoe is releasing his ninth mix tape, "The Passport" hosted by Grand Hustle/Aphilliates Music Group/Atlantic deejay, DJ Drama.

"Sho Zoe is the hardest working rapper I've come across in sometime, I only work with the best" says DJ Drama about Sho Zoe's latest mix tape "The Passport" which includes features from Southwest Florida's own Daddy Cleve and Frank Lini, Nappy Boy's Young Cash, McKlezie of Grindmode, Suave Smooth amongst others.

Sho Zoe's fans and many supporters in and around the SW Florida area celebrated the release of "The Passport" at Ultra, Southwest Florida's premier nightclub.

The Passport Hosted by DJ Drama

Track List:

1. Drama Speaks

2. The Passport

3. Bread-n-Butta

4. Drama Speaks

5. Bammm

6. I Work

7. Wasted Remix

8. T.I.M.E

9. Like The Wind

10. Never Run Away

11. Touch The Sky

12. A Blunt or Two

13. Jockin' My Freshness Featuring. Suave Smooth

14. Get Money

15. Luv Dat There

16. Ima Zoe Remix

17. My Chevy

18. Drama Speaks

19. Creepa

20. Dollarific

21. On Loclfeat. mcklezie of grind mode

22. Zoe'd Up feat young cash

23. Yes I Did

24. Double Stack Featuring Frank Lini and Daddy Cleve

25. Pussy Bopper

26. Drama Speaks

27. Shawty Bad Featuring UnKnown and Lady Duet

Link to Mixtape Cover   
http://is.gd/5F8uv                                          

Link to Mixtape Track List
http://is.gd/5F8wH

Link to Pictures from "The Passport" Mixtape Release Party
http://is.gd/5Fcya
 
View One In A Million Feat. Nav Video on MTVmusic.com:
http://www.mtvmusic.com/artist/sho_zoe/videos/456919/one_in_a_million

For More Information On Sho Zoe Visit:
www.ShoZoe.com
www.Myspace.com/ShoZoe
www.Youtube.com/ShoZoeTV

Contact:
E. Mason & Associates
Alicia Meza
Emason.Associates@gmail.com // 305-851-5699

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Holiday Greetings From United Nations Messenger of Peace, Stevie Wonder

December 29, 2009 By

Stevie Wonder was officially recognized recently by The United Nations as a Messenger of Peace. His inspirational anthem "All About The Love Again" received recognition with a Grammy nomination.

Dec 28, 2009 – Stevie Wonder recently joined the prestigious roster of United Nations Messengers of Peace to advocate for the Organization's work, with the artist – blind since birth – championing people with disabilities.

In related news, Wonder's recent release, the inspirational anthem "All About The Love Again" was recognized by The Recording Academy with a Grammy® nomination in the Best Pop Male Vocal category. Stevie Wonder has been awarded the most Grammy® Awards for a Male Artist in history.

"Our newest Messenger of Peace is someone who is admired by millions of people and has given back to millions of people," Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said. "Stevie Wonder's activism has been pivotal in US and world events," the UN noted, citing the 1983 campaign he spearheaded to make Martin Luther King Day a national holiday in the US, and his advocacy for ending apartheid in South Africa.

Wonder's career as a recording artist has reflected his concern with humanitarian issues. He has written, produced and/or performed songs relative to charities in support of disabilities, AIDS, cancer, diabetes, hunger and homelessness, domestic abuse and many other causes on behalf of children and adults.

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MEDIA ALERT: 27th Annual AVN Adult Movie Awards January 9th, 2010 at the Pearl Concert Theater With Musical Guest Baby Bash

December 29, 2009 By

Co-Hosted by Comedian Dave Attell and Adult Superstars Kayden Kross and Kirsten Price

LAS VEGAS, NV–(Marketwire – December 29, 2009) -

WHAT:  The 27th Annual AVN Adult Movie Awards takes place January 9th,
       2010. Dubbed the "Oscars® of Adult" by Entertainment Weekly,
       the AVN Adult Movie Awards honors the best and brightest in the
       adult film industry and is attended by every major producer,
       director, actor and production company within the Adult world.
       Hosted by comedian Dave Attell and adult stars Kayden Kross and
       Kirsten Price — mainstream attendees also include Dave Navarro
       and presenter Margaret Cho with performances by hip hop talent Baby
       Bash.

WHO:   Dave Attell, Kayden Kross, Kirsten Price, Dave Navarro, Margaret
       Cho, Baby Bash, Da Stooie Brothers, Jesse Jane, Jessica Drake, Asa
       Akira, Julia Ann, Lisa Ann, Alektra Blue, Roxy DeVille, Sasha
       Grey, Audrey Hollander, Kimberly Kane, Kelli McCarty, Melissa
       Monet, Bree Olson, Hillary Scott, India Summer, John Stagliano,
       Belladonna and many more.

WHEN:  Saturday, January 9th at 9 pm
       Red Carpet Arrivals begin at 6:30 pm

WHERE: Pearl Concert Theater inside the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas.

TICKET INFO:   Tickets are available at avnawards.com for $300 each.

MEDIA CONTACT: http://avnawards.avn.com/press/credentials.html or
               request@sueprockopr.com

MORE INFO: With well over 12,000 films released each year, over 120 awards are given out this night in categories as diverse as Best Film, Best Video and Best Actress to Best Animated and Best Interactive. This unique ceremony is sure to be the wildest party on the strip. Throughout the years this outrageous event continues to attract mainstream interest!

Contact:
Sue Procko Public Relations
http://avnawards.avn.com/press/credentials.html
Email Contact
http://www2.marketwire.com/mw/emailprcntct?id=37D736E380AA5639

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Masterbeat Reverses Into Green Mountain Recovery (OTCBB: GRNN)

December 29, 2009 By

NEW YORK, Dec. 29 /PRNewswire/ — Masterbeat LLC, which operates www.masterbeat.com, a leading digital music download website and dance music brand, has completed a reverse merger with Green Mountain Recovery, Inc. (OTCBB: GRNN). Green Mountain Recovery, Inc. has issued 8.5 million new shares to Masterbeat LLC's shareholders, resulting in Masterbeat LLC's current shareholders owning more than 80% of the outstanding common shares. Green Mountain Recovery, Inc.'s former majority shareholders have agreed to certain lockup provisions. The merger was approved unanimously by the Directors of Green Mountain Recovery, Inc. and by all Masterbeat LLC members. The merged entity will be re-named Masterbeat Corporation, and it is expected that its shares will continue to trade on the OTCBB. Until a name and symbol change become effective, the entity will continue to trade under the symbol GRNN.OB. Green Mountain Recovery Inc.'s business has been conveyed to an LLC controlled by its former principal shareholders. The Company has engaged Los Angeles based privately held TAG Strategic to provide digital consulting services and has engaged Allen & Caron to provide investor relations advice and counsel.

Music industry and digital technology veteran Dick Wingate will be appointed non-executive Chairman of the Board and will guide the Company's efforts to create and enhance strategic partnerships to drive traffic to the site and to develop mobile applications. Founder Brett Henrichsen, will be appointed President and Chief Executive Office of Masterbeat Corp., which will be headquartered in New York City, with a facility in West Hollywood, CA. Ted Green, former CEO of Anchor Bay Entertainment and former Chairman of publicly traded TMI Media and Entertainment will also join the Board of Directors as will former SONY executive, attorney Richard Rowe. The management and Board of Green Mountain Recovery have resigned.

"This merger provides enhanced access to capital and will further Masterbeat's strategy of taking a leadership position in dance music," Mr. Henrichsen said. "Our strategy emphasizes steady organic growth through targeted marketing, highly specialized dance music offerings and remix exclusives. This merger represents the best way to meet both our short and long-term growth objectives." Mr. Henrichsen began his career as a marketing executive at IBM and later became an international celebrity DJ.

Since its inception, Masterbeat LLC has raised nearly $5 million in venture capital and private equity from investors, and has negotiated contracts with major and independent record labels to distribute content on a pay-per-download basis.

About Masterbeat LLC.

Masterbeat LLC, a privately-held digital music company, was formed in 2007 to launch the www.masterbeat.com website, making dance music, remixes and electronica more readily available to consumers on the internet. The LLC also owns automated ticketing site www.circuitticket.com, and printing concern www.posterprintshop.com.

Forward Looking Statement Disclosure

This press release contains certain "forward-looking statements'' within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended, including statements regarding the efficacy of potential products, the timelines for bringing such products to market and the availability of funding sources for continued development of such products. Forward-looking statements are based on management's estimates, assumptions and projections, and are subject to uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of Green Mountain Recovery, Inc. and Masterbeat LLC. Actual results may differ materially and adversely from those anticipated in any forward-looking statement.

More detailed information about Green Mountain Recovery, Inc. and risk factors that may affect the realization of forward-looking statements, including the forward-looking statements in this press release is set forth in Green Mountain Recovery, Inc.'s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Green Mountain Recovery, Inc. urges investors and security holders to read those documents free of charge at the Commission's Web site at http://www.sec.gov/. Interested parties may also obtain those documents free of charge from Green Mountain Recovery, Inc. Forward-looking statements speak only as to the date they are made, and except for any obligation under the U.S. federal securities laws, Green Mountain Recovery, Inc. undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Source: Masterbeat LLC

CONTACT: Jon Biondo, Esq. of Masterbeat LLC, +1-212-532-1813,
jon@masterbeat.com; or Joe Levi of Green Mountain Recovery, Inc.,
+1-212-363-7500, jlevi@zlk.com.

Web Site: http://www.masterbeat.com/
http://www.circuitticket.com/
http://www.posterprintshop.com/

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Thaahum’s Riding Heavy

December 29, 2009 By

12/24/2009
 
In a recent interview on Blog Talk Radio Show "Ride Heavy Radio", Thaahum explains how his music and "The Secret" go hand in hand.  Deemed the "Hip Hop Secret," his music is 100% inspirational and comes from his soul. Thaahum says,  "You attract what you truly desire, I'm able to cross borders and show the rest of the world what hip hop can do."  If you are always seeing things in a negative light, then you will put negatives vibes into the universe and that is what you will get back.  However, if you put positive vibes out to the universe, then you will get positive vibes back. 
 
Thaahum has worked with Kevin Smith who is the creator of "Clerks" and Clerks II".  He did a song that was used to promote the movie "Clerks II" (http://www.clerks2.com/mattt/clerks2vid.mov) .  Also, Thaahum is working on some music for the upcoming Showtime series .  Thaahum has been working on his craft since 1999 but became serious with it in 2001.He believes that if you really want something bad enough, you will do whatever it takes to make it become a reality.
 
Check out his December 24th 2009 interview with host Queen Diva on "Ride Heavy Radio".  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ride-heavy-radio

Ride Heavy Radio is a podcast representing independent artists, and hosted by Queen Diva, Priceless, and Mz. Fresh
 
To listen to Thaahum's Inspiration on Fire Mixtape, go to www.insparationonfire.com or you can check out his page: www.keneteph.com.
 
Jen Marie
jenmarde21@Keneteph.com

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