ProHipHop posts for July 31st:
Bun B: Put It Down ft. Drake [MP3]
BUNKS Release New Album As Free Download For First Month
July 31, 2010 By
Manchester, TN – Have you ever wondered what Simon and Garfunkel on crunk juice riding around in a drop-top ’64 with the Beastie Boys sounds like? Today is your lucky day.
BUNKS will be giving away their new album Soul Rebel Music as a free download from their website until September 1, 2010.
After that, it will be available for $1 (one week only), then $2 (one week only), and so on until it appears on iTunes, Amazon, and Rhapsody for full price of $9.99.
If you signed up for their mailing list between February 15 and March 15, 2010, you already have an autographed copy of the physical CD. “We were running to the post office every other day mailing out stacks of CDs. I know the people at the post office will never forget BUNKS,” says Derrian, the man responsible for the Generica album cover.
Why are these Coffee County boys so generous?
“We would rather you have BUNKS music in your stereo, than not. We’ve never cared about money,” says Joshua Smotherman, also known as Smo. The other half of the duo, Joshua Grosch (Gro) elaborates, “Despite all the people that know about us and have shown love to us for the past 10 years, there’s 10 more years worth of people that haven’t heard about the BUNKS movement yet. Every day we wake up and start over. That’s why we are still giving away music without a second thought.”
Recently being chosen as The Murfreesboro Pulses’ Artist Spotlight in April 2010 and taking 3rd place in Daily New Journal’s and BoroParty.com’s Battle of the Bands, Smo and Gro are not slowing down.
If you join their mailing list, they will give you access to their free music site where members are allowed to listen and download everything the BUNKS have recorded since they started back in 1999. You can also find quite a bit of music from other artists in the Middle Tennessee area which BUNKS have worked with.
Visit www.bunksmuzak.com to keep up with the movement.
Bring Unmatched Noise Knowledge and Sound with everything you do.
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Contact
Joshua Smotherman
615-542-8419
onemicstudios@gmail.com
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Chris Shields Premieres Hit Single “Make a Movie”
July 31, 2010 By
(Chicago, IL, July 30, 2010)- Hundred Grand Entertainment artist Chris Shields releases “Make a Movie” off of upcoming album Man On Fire.
Shields continues to build a buzz on the Chicago hip-hop scene not only as a supreme lyricist but also as a performer known to shut-down shows. Chris Shields is excited about the release of “Make a Movie,” produced by Mark Byrd, as it provides fans with a taste of the quality hip-hop as showcased throughout the upcoming album, Man On Fire, which is set to drop this fall.
“‘Make A Movie’ is about more than having a good time and partying. Its about making those moments of celebration and relaxation unforgettable.”
–Chris Shields
“Make a Movie”: http://www.limelinx.com/files/ad9a477cf2c3949b9c6730e000d4c01b
For More information on Chris Shields please visit: http://IamChrisShields.com
For Interviews & Media coverage regarding Chris Shields contact:
Angie Grozdic Phone: 708.715.7200 Email: hundredgrandpr@gmail.com
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*Media Alert* Almost Famous Showcase auditions this weekend in Atlanta
July 31, 2010 By
Almost Famous 6YR Anniversary Performance Auditions this Saturday, July 31st 12PM – 5PMat Sam Ash Music Store 2999 Cobb Pkwy SE ~ Atlanta, GA.
Each act will receive immediate performance and song critiques. Several artists will be selected to perform at the upcoming AF Show. Special judges include super Producer and record executive Kenny Kold, Super Producer Kane Beatz, Chuck Woo – Woo Media Works and Earwax Digital, SIR Magazine, BE Entertained Magazine and More
Top Performers Get photo package, blog posts, performance opportunities! For More Info Email info@almostfamousshow.com or call 678-701-7490
Click Here to Register
http://almostfamousauditions.eventbrite.com/
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Rovella Williams
Verseus Entertainment Group
678-481-6279
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CHARLOTTE’S FEMALE POWERHOUSES COME TOGETHER FOR NETWORKING, ENTERTAINMENT AND PAMPERING
July 31, 2010 By
(Charlotte, NC –July 2010) - Media personality Shayna D., in conjunction with Charlotte-based event management company, SassiTalk! have joined to bring the top business women, tastemakers, celebrity personalities and movers and shakers of Charlotte, NC together. The Diva Lounge: Celebrating Fearless Females brings together hosts Shayna D. and local radio personality Yasmin Young, (Co-Host Power 98 Morning Maddhouse) in a celebration to honor local female entrepreneurs and entertainers, while providing guests the opportunity mix and mingle with their peers. The Diva Lounge Charlotte will also be (re)introducing the attendees to exceptional local vendors in the hair care, beauty, and jewelry and fashion industry. The event will spotlight Tara Davis, innovative fashion designer and owner of FLOW by Tara Davis and Janine Davis, motivational speaker for teen girls, founder and executive director of Girl Talk Foundation, Inc. This event, will take place on Friday, August 20th in uptown Charlotte at Luna Lounge.
In each city it visits, The Diva Lounge finds new and innovative ways to make each event an exciting experience for the women in attendance and this event is no exception. In addition to complimentary treats from Momma Ann’s Down Home Desserts, the Flawless Makeup Art team will provide mini-makeup applications for all guests. Confirmed sponsors include D’Quisite Creations, Bijoux Bellagio, Inc., ER Media Productions, J’Adore Magazine and Jennifer Tardy (healthy relationship activist). A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Girl Talk Foundation, Inc.
In just a short time since its conception, The Diva Lounge has become a brand to watch out for in both the music and entertainment industries, and has gained a devoted following of female (and male) industry professionals alike. With a steadily increasing number of supporters, the New York-based event has expanded to include events in Washington D.C., Atlanta and now Charlotte. Being a woman in the entertainment industry herself, Shayna D, the founder of The Diva Lounge brand wanted to create an event that would serve as a platform for her fellow industry mavens to meet, connect and build business relationships that would hopefully help to continue to build their respective brands.
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About The Diva Lounge
The Diva Lounge is a monthly New York City-based networking event designed to connect female taste-makers as well as introduce them to premium lifestyle brands. The Diva Lounge’s existing network consists of women from all backgrounds and industries who are as professional and progressive as they are influential. Founded and hosted by media personality Shayna D, this event provides attendees the unique opportunity to strengthen rolodexes and resources with like-minded women in and out of their respected fields. For more information please visit ShaynaD.com
About Sassi-Talk!
Sassi-Talk! is the community outreach portion of the Crys Don Group event planning boutique that strives to gain exposure for small business owners, creative industry leaders and community affairs while building relationships for future collaborations. Each event hosted by Sassi-Talk! Donate a portion of their proceeds to a local charity. CrysDon Group is dedicated to uplifting people and/or organizations through positive public exposure and events. CrysDon Group strives for the highest quality of results and excellent client services by way of strategic planning, advocacy and execution to fulfill your marketing and event needs.
PRESS CONTACT:
Crystal Butler
(980) 253-8555
TheDivaLoungeNC@gmail.com
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Press Preview for ‘Word, Shout, Song: Lorenzo Dow Turner Connecting Community Through Language’ at the Anacostia Community Museum
July 31, 2010 By
WASHINGTON, July 30 — The following was released today by Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum:
WHEN: Wednesday, Aug. 4
10:30 a.m.
WHERE: Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum
1901 Fort Place S.E.
Washington, D.C.
WHO: Alcione Amos, curator, Anacostia Community Museum
The Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum will host a press preview of the groundbreaking exhibition “Word, Shout, Song: Lorenzo Dow Turner Connecting Community through Language.” Curator Alcione Amos will discuss Turner’s life, research and scholarship that are presented in the exhibition which is based almost entirely on the museum’s rich collection of his work.
Turner’s foundational work in the 1930s established that people of African heritage, despite slavery, had retained and passed on their cultural identity through words, music and story wherever they landed. His research focused on the Gullah/Geechee community in South Carolina and Georgia, whose speech was dismissed as “baby talk.” He confirmed, however, that they spoke a Creole language and still possessed parts of the language and culture of their captive ancestors. Turner’s linguistic explorations into the African diaspora led him to Bahia, Brazil, where he further validated his discovery of African continuities, then he went on to Africa. Features of the exhibition include rare audio recordings, photographs and artifacts. The exhibit runs from Aug. 9-March 27, 2011.
Media website: http://newsdesk.si.edu/
Source: Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum
CONTACT: Marcia Baird Burris +1-202-633-4876; +1-202-320-1735 (cell),
bairdburrism@si.edu
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ProHipHop: Janette Beckman, NBA 2K11, Greg Nice x Nick Catchdubs, B.o.B x Adidas, Kid Sister, President Wyclef Jean?, Big Boi & Pitbull
July 30, 2010 By
NAPPY BOY DIGITAL ARTIST TAY DIZM “POINT EM OUT” THE MIXTAPE AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD
July 30, 2010 By
The long awaited Tay Dizm “Point Em Out” The Mixtape is now available exclusively through www.grooveshark.com/taydizm. Feel free to join GrooveShark and add the Tay Dizm skin theme page for your GrooveShark profile account. On the Tay Dizm Point Em Out theme page you can click to listen to mixtape, download mixtape, follow and join Tay Dizm on twitter and facebook.
Tay Dizm has been releasing music videos off the mixtape in support of today’s free download release date. You can click the links below to check some of the videos off “Point Em Out” The Mixtape release.
Tay Dizm
“BEST (GO HARD)”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPEdWBulFQQ
Tay Dizm ft. Piccalo, One Chance
“DRO”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yuRO3fFHhjg
Tay Dizm
“BEATIN”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EAJAfa2bk6A
Press:
Dan Roof
dan@chasent.net
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“WOW” is Taking Over the Streets This Summer
July 30, 2010 By
Orlando, FL, July 30 2010 – A true artist destined to entertain the world with his lyrical skills, energetic style, and southern swag, Drop has proven himself once again with his new summer hit single, “WOW”, as it is taking over the airwaves throughout the South.
Beginning his career at an early age in the former rap group the Gutta Boyz, Drop was able to taste success early on by establishing and growing an enormous fan base in only a two-year period. After deciding that he had gone as far as he could go being in a group, he departed on a mission to become the New Face of Florida as a solo artist, and hasn’t looked back since. By the end of his first year as a solo artist, Drop had officially signed to All Pro Records, a record label owned by BET 106 & Park’s DJ Prostyle, performed alongside such as Young Jeezy, Trina, Plies, Rick Ross, and Gucci Mane, and dropped his second solo mixtape “No Rookie” which was hosted by DJ Prostyle and DJ Drama. This mixtape allowed for him to show his true versatility as an artist as it featured exclusives from P. Diddy, DJ Khaled, Fabulous, Lil Boosie, Roy Jones Jr., Marquis Daniels of the Boston Celtics, and more.
Last year, Drop alongside his management team established No Rookie Entertainment, a full-service entertainment company specializing in artist development, artist management, promotions, and event planning. “I felt there is no time like the present. I had been in a couple of management situations before where I had no voice. I got tired of that. I have too much creativity to leave it bottled in me. So with the creation of No Rookie Entertainment, I owned my work. I had my own rights. And what better way to celebrate, than to sit back and say wow, look where I am. That’s where the single came from. Some moments in life make us just say, wow.”
No Rookie Entertainment released Drop’s new single WOW in June of 2010 after receiving a standing room ovation at the 2010 Core DJs Retreat in Orlando, FL. Teaming up with Core DJs President, Tony Neal this song is sure to be heard on a radio station near you. For more information on Drop, or for interviews, exclusives, or drops contactsouthpromojessica@yahoo.com.
DROP PHOTO: http://www.megaupload.com/?d=MI3TK7B3
DROP – WOW (CLEAN MASTERED): http://www.megaupload.com/?d=VD4B40EE
DROP – WOW (DIRTY MASTERED): http://www.megaupload.com/?d=D84R2ERM
SouthPromo.com
Jessica Williams
Email: southpromojessica@yahoo.com
Phone: (954) 560-4812
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Calvin Richardson Dedicates “You’re So Amazing” Music Video to America’s Military Personnel
July 30, 2010 By
“You’re So Amazing” previews forthcoming CD America’s Most Wanted – watch video here:
Vimeo: http://vimeo.com/13759576
You Tube: http://www.youtube.com/user/BillCason#p/a/u/0/JhoBoj7b-3k
Calvin Richardson, The Soul Prince has dedicated his new music video to America’s Servicemen and Women in recognition of their bravery in protecting our freedom and way of life. In the video for “You’re So Amazing” The 2x Grammy® nominee and ASCAP Songwriter of the Year Award winner portrays a man who returns home from deployment in the Army in search of the love he left behind. Directed by film maker Dustin Pegg of Down Home Films.
“The personal sacrifices our military personnel make to protect our way of life truly makes each of them American Heroes – they truly are America’s Most Wanted” states Richardson upon the launch of the clip. “I was proud to portray a man in a uniform in the video, I have a great deal of respect for our soldiers.” “You’re So Amazing” is the lead single from Calvin Richardson’s 5th studio album entitled America’s Most Wanted (NuMo Records/Shanachie Entertainment) due in-stores August 31st.
**PREVIEW COPIES AND INTERVIEWS AVAILABLE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW**
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