Supernatural INC and MECCA USA Clothing presents New Music Video by MOST*HiFi and Chuck D of Public Enemy - "ACTION"

Supernatural INC and MECCA USA Clothing Presents a new music video by MOST*HiFi featuring Chuck D of Public Enemy & Huggy called "ACTION".  The video serves as a prequel of what's to come from the lifestyle brand of Supernatural INc in terms of Music, Clothing and Film. Both Song and Video contain a powerful message which is consistent with the music of MOST*HiFi and the legacy of Chuck D and Public Enemy. The song is a featured single from the upcoming "Supernatural INC presents CHAMPIONS" compilation due in music stores January 2010 and via I-tunes in December 2009.  The album features production from Grammy Award winning producer Easy Mo Bee and artist such as Chuck D, Koffee, Huggy Big V.E.L and Multi-Platinum (28 times) International Singer Ana Visi.
 
Official Music Video of MOST*HiFi (Featuring Chuck D of Public Enemy & Huggy) - "ACTION"
Video Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-A646hl-9I

Press:
J. Holmes
404-488-7679

MEDIA ALERT: DIEGO CA$H WILL BE PERFORMING LIVE AT THE DIGIWAXX POOL PARTY FOR THE CORE DJ'S NETWORKING CONFERENCE

WHO: Krossover Entertainment & Block Entertainment Recording artist, DIEGO CA$H.

WHAT: Krossover Entertainment Recording artist, DIEGO CA$H will be performing live in conjunction with the release of his latest mixtape and new single, "Nuvo".  Krossover Entertainment will also be giving the audience a sneak peak of his brand new video for "Nuvo", featuring cameos from "Krossover Entertainment Owner", Carmelo Anthony, La La Vazquez, Gorilla Zoe and many more.

WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2009

Time 1PM-3PM

WHERE: THE DIGIWAXX POOL PARTY

                THE STRATOSPHERE

2000 Las Vegas Blvd So.

                Las Vegas, NV 89104

                (702) 380-7777

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**MEDIA WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO INTERVIEW DIEGO CA$H WHILE HE IS IN THE LAS VEGAS MARKET ON SATURDAY & SUNDAY

For more information on Diego Ca$h, or to schedule interviews please contact:  

Krystle Coleman
Midori Star Media 
Midoristarmedia@gmail.com
colemank@tmo.blackberry.net
786.797.4217

Also Please Visit For More Information On Diego Ca$h
http://www.thisisdiegocash.com/

WEST COAST PHENOM, ROCCETT AND DJ DRAMA BRING YOU "THE FREE AGENT" - DOWNLOAD HERE

Carson/CA - The 'Future of the West Coast', Roccett and the legendary DJ Drama (Gangsta-Grillz) teamed up and present you as exclusive the BRAND NEW STREET ALBUM, "The Free Agent". After the release of the successfull tape with DJ Scream (Another Day Another Dollar), Roccett and DJ Drama bring you a highly anticipated street album. Brand new exclusive songs touched with a typical California breeze, mixed by Atlantas finest and one of the best DJ`s Worldwide aka DJ Drama!! Top-class features include Bobby Valentino, Dion Primo, Don Cannon, and Grammy- nominated and multi-platinum producer Drumma Boy! "The Free Agent" is not just another mixtape project, this is quality music breaking international barriers and setting new standards. If you dont believe, DOWNLOAD the mixtape and convince yourself!

"We decided to go with the concept "The Free Agent" because I am an unsigned artist who feels like Lebron in his free agency year. My options are open, everyone is anticipating who I am going sign with. I am excited to continue to feed the streets good music," said Roccett. "Our focus right now is growing the 'Get Your Green Up' movement, expanding and reaching new audiences."

Get Your Green Up Ent. has one of the largest and strongest independent buzzes in the nation. Labels get your check books ready and stand up and take notice. "The Free Agent" has a star studded line up of musical talent and production including: DJ Drama - who owns Aphilliates Music Group and has co-signed Roccett along with the platinum producer DJ Don Cannon & and DJ Sense. DJ Drama was named by Rolling Stone Magazine as number one DJ in the Hip-Hop universe. His hits are certified platinum before hitting the stands and he has introduced the rap world to many platinum-selling artists. He has also made appearances on The OC, Jimmy Kimmel, TRL and Sucker Free, 106 & Park and Rap City and in such movies as ATL and Stomp the Yard. Drama has also graced the covers of The Source Magazine, Billboard Magazine, and NY Times Magazine. Production credits include 21, S-1, Haze Da Movement and Megaman.

ROCCETT IS AVAILABLE FOR INTERVIEWS & EXCLUSIVES

CONTACT: Rick Edwards
Rick.edwards@tmo.blackberry.net

DOWNLOAD "THE FREE AGENT" by ROCCETT & DJ DRAMA FOR FREE:
http://www.mediafire.com/?3miytyzwo3m

DOWNLOAD A PRESS KIT FOR ROCCETT HERE:
http://www.sendspace.com/file/o8qr63

Chicago Artist Gentry Premiers New Video For Sizzling Single "FIRE" Off New Mix-Tape F.R.E.S.H VOL. 1

November 13th 2009 - Chicago artist Gentry releases his new single "FIRE" featuring Simon Phoenix and B. Scott.

After taking a brief break after his independent release "I'm Here Now" in 2006, Gentry re-entered the music scene with his new mix-tape GFC presents F.R.E.S.H Vol with his partner Simon Phoenix June 2009. Releasing their new single "FIRE"  getting things back in motion towards working to become a strong force within the music industry. Although long awaited the single has been rapidly generating it's way all across the entire chicago land area, along with popular web-sites such as YouTube, FAKE SHORE Drive, hip-hop blips, Stop Beefin Radio and many more, building their fan base via the World Wide Web. Their mix-tape is available through cd-baby with entire track listing allowing supporters to purchase individual songs or the entire album and also through Amazon.

Press release written by
Chey Adams
Ph: 630.701.2672
E-mail: cheyadams@gmail.com

HIP-HOP TRANSCENDS BOUNDARIES AGAIN AS NEWFEW SIGNS BREAKTHROUGH DEAL WITH PUMA

Breakthrough Hip-Hop act, NEFEW, stamped with an American/Swiss postmark have secured a break through endorsement from sports apparel giant PUMA. The duo, managed by Swiss based company On Our Feet Entertainment consist of Polemikk and PA-Double. Combined, NEFEW take on the coveted role of Opinion Leaders for Urban Lifestyle as they represent PUMA INTERNATIONAL.

The list of athletes and soccer players whom have been tagged with the PUMA brand heralds' icons such as Pele, Diego Maradona and the Italian national soccer team. More recently the German based company welcomed the fastest man in the world, Usain Bolt, to their extended family. However Hip-Hop acts and entertainers have never graced this prestigious list until now.

"We're looking for a new generation of sports people and artists; people that really believe what they are doing because they love to do it," says Fynn Kreuz, Marketing and Account Manager at Puma. "The same exact attitude that we love about Usain Bolt we love about NEFEW. They are humble and very talented individuals that care about their passion."

NEFEW captured the attention of PUMA executives with their organic approach to their craft. Inspired by a variety of acts and performers from Kanye West to John Mayer. The group has opened for a variety of established acts such as De La Soul, Dead Prez, Nas and Talib Kweli. Through their ability to entertain and uphold a positive approach, the combination of rapper/Producer Polemikk DJ/Producer PA-Double complements the ideology PUMA are now displaying, as they re-launch their products back into the urban lifestyle field.

Dominik Kaser, PUMA Marketing Manager explained about the alignment "We are really happy to be partnering up with NEFEW as I think we both represent a very cool and refreshing lifestyle, a passion for art, an engagement for the greater good and a huge interest in combining art with fashion." He continued, " Puma puts quality first and tries to uphold its values, so does NEFEW. Their music and lyrics are profound and sophisticated, but at the same time very simple, honest and accessible to everyone."

Hailed by the highly respected UK music magazine, Q as the act 'paving the way' for Switzerland, NEFEW are honored to be viewed in such high regard by PUMA and hope that other acts can take the innovative approach that they have. "We can only encourage other acts to not only pitch to labels but to other companies within the lifestyle field as after all there's no lifestyle without music and no music without lifestyle," Polemikk states.

The first project on the horizon for this new union is The Homesick EP, which will be available on ITunes on December 1st. This project, which features appearances by G.O.O.D music recording artist Consequence and soul sensation, Chanj precedes NEWFEW's sophomore album THE ANTIHERO that will be available in 2010.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON NEFEW OR FOR A REVIEW COPY OF THE HOMESICK EP CONTACT MELANIE@CRITICALMMG.COM

NYSE Euronext Kicks Off Global Entrepreneurship Week with "Mentoring Madness" at the New York Stock Exchange Including Snoop Dogg

On Monday, November 16

-- CNBC's Maria Bartiromo hosts entrepreneurship discussion featuring Snoop Dogg, Blake Mycoskie, Stephen Hanson, and Barry Sternlicht --

-- mtvU's "Movers & Changers" contest winner selected; awarded $25,000 start-up funds --

-- NYSE Euronext celebrates Global Entrepreneurship Week in Europe and Ireland --

November 13, 2009, NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In conjunction with Global Entrepreneurship Week, NYSE Euronext (NYSE: NYX) on Monday, Nov. 16 will host the second annual "Mentoring Madness" event at the New York Stock Exchange with participation of four leading entrepreneurs -- Calvin "Snoop Dogg" Broadus; Blake Mycoskie, Founder of TOMS Shoes; Stephen Hanson, Founder and President of B.R. Guest Restaurants; and Barry Sternlicht, Chairman and CEO of Starwood Capital Group. Following the global webcast discussion on entrepreneurship led by CNBC's Maria Bartiromo, the winner of the mtvU "Movers & Changers" competition will be selected and receive $25,000 in start-up funds. NYSE Euronext will also celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week in its European market centers, where various events for the public and children will also take place.

"Global Entrepreneurship Week is about inspiring and educating the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders and encouraging them to embrace innovation, imagination, and creativity," said Duncan L. Niederauer, Chief Executive Officer, NYSE Euronext. "This message is especially important in these challenging times as entrepreneurs give birth to new products and services, create new employment and business opportunities, and fuel the growth of capital markets and world economies. We are proud to be part of Global Entrepreneurship Week."

Mentoring Madness at the NYSE

Following the ringing of the NYSE Opening BellSM with the Mentoring Madness participants, Mr. Niederauer and Kauffman Foundation Vice President Bo Fishback will kick-off the event and introduce Ms. Bartiromo and the participants, who will share their views on entrepreneurship and insights on how they launched and grew their businesses and brands. The participants include:

Blake Mycoskie - Founder and Chief Shoe Giver of TOMS Shoes, a for-profit company that has given over 150,000 pairs of shoes to children in need with its One-for-One philosophy, giving a pair of new shoes to a child in need with every pair of shoes sold.

Stephen Hanson - Founder and President of B.R. Guest Restaurants, a New York-based multi-concept operator that began with one restaurant, Coconut Grill, in 1987 and has since expanded to 16 properties in two cities and a new hotel brand, Postcard Inn on the Beach. The first one has just launched in St. Petersburg Beach, Florida. With each B.R. Guest space, Hanson and his dedicated staff work to meet their own - and the public's – increasingly demanding expectations through an emphasis on hospitality and quality – a recipe that sets his properties apart from competitors.

Barry Sternlicht - Chairman and CEO of Starwood Capital Group, is widely known as one of the real estate industry's most successful investors and innovative minds. He founded Starwood Capital Group in 1991 at the age of 31 to invest in distressed savings and loan industry assets, and today it stands as one of the world's premier real estate investment firms having invested more than $6 billion of equity capital in $21 billion worth of assets around the globe. His career includes serving as Chairman and CEO of one of the largest U.S. hotel companies, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, overseeing several successful spin-offs, including iStar and Starwood Property Trust, and creating some of the hotel industry's most popular brands and features, including the W Hotels brand and the Westin Heavenly Bed.

Snoop Dogg - Rapper and Entrepreneur - The long career Snoop has sustained is not only contributed to his time in the studio, but also his time in the boardroom. With nine solo offerings, and over 30 million albums sold worldwide, Snoop has his hand in many other ventures and has transitioned from gangsta rapper to mainstream staple. Over the years Snoop has been involved in a myriad of branding and co-branding opportunities from dolls and pet clothes to the custom Snoop deVille.

"This is a great opportunity to explore entrepreneurship with true success stories in business. I am delighted to talk financial literacy to the next generation of entrepreneurs and investors," Ms. Bartiromo said. "While at the same time, get empowered by the lessons of success from proven leaders. We will hear the pivotal points in their business plan development, their major influences, the steps they took to take their ideas to the next level and the resources they used to start a new enterprise and achieve their dreams."

Approximately 250 budding entrepreneurs will be on hand to direct questions to Messrs. Mycoskie, Hanson, Sternlicht and Snoop Dogg. The full program will be available live via the web from 9:45 a.m. through 11:00 a.m. (NY-EST) at www.nyse.com/mentoringmadness.

"Movers & Changers"

Following the "Mentoring Madness" event, three groups of young, social entrepreneurs will compete in the "Movers and Changers" competition, a nationwide search by NYSE Euronext and mtvU for inventive capitalists with promising, innovative business plans that contribute to social responsibility and well-being. The "Movers & Changes" finalists will be featured in the new mtvU "Movers & Changers" four-part, short-form series premiering November 16, 2009. One team will take home the ultimate prize of $25,000 in start-up money.

The finalists of the "Movers and Changers" contest are: Bamboo Lota/team members Kyson Bunthuwong, Joanna Kim and Stephanie Wu from the University of California Berkeley; SafeSnip Combined Umbilical Cord Cutter, Clamp and Disinfectant/team members Stephanie Roberts and William Kethman from Tulane University and WET Tea for Wetland/team members Shea Shelton, Jay Zhoa and Nic Lagatta, also from Tulane University. Additional information on Movers and Changers can be found at http://www.moversandchangers.com.

NYSE Euronext Recognition of Global Entrepreneurship Week

In addition to the "Mentoring Madness" program at the NYSE in New York, NYSE Euronext will recognize Global Entrepreneurship Week across its market and business centers in Europe and Ireland. Events include:

    * On Wednesday, Nov. 18, representatives of the Dutch arm of the Global Entrepreneurship Week organization will strike the traditional gong to open the Euronext Amsterdam market with the winner of a contest that accepted submissions of plans on how to motivate children for entrepreneurship.
    * On Wednesday, Nov. 28, the Opening Bell at Euronext Paris will be rung by 30 French entrepreneurs who were selected among entries on the company's website.
    * NYSE Technologies staff in Belfast, Northern Ireland, have launched the "Make Your Mark Challenge," which is a school business challenge targeting teens to submit new business ideas. Awards will be presented at the NYSE Technologies Belfast facility and winners will be flown to New York City for a visit to the NYSE.

About Global Entrepreneurship Week

With the goal to inspire young people to embrace innovation, imagination and creativity, Global Entrepreneurship Week will encourage youth to think big, turn their ideas into reality, and make their mark. From Nov. 16 - 22, 2009, millions of young people around the world will join a growing movement to generate new ideas and seek better ways of doing things. Tens of thousands of activities are being planned in dozens of countries. Global Entrepreneurship Week is founded by the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation and the Make Your Mark campaign. For more information, visit www.unleashingideas.org, and follow @unleashingideas on Twitter.

About NYSE Euronext's Global Entrepreneurship Sponsorship

A cornerstone of the NYSE Euronext brand is a commitment to innovative thinking and the ability to introduce new concepts and products. We are a proud sponsor of Global Entrepreneurship Week, an initiative to inspire young people to embrace innovation, imagination, and creativity. The Week will connect young people everywhere through local, national and global activities designed to help them explore their potential as self-starters and innovators. Students, educators, entrepreneurs, business leaders, employees, non-profit leaders, government officials and many others will participate in a range of activities - online and face-to-face - to harness the energy of social networking, to connect people taking action in their local and global communities and to celebrate entrepreneurship across the globe.

Contacts

NYSE Euronext
Judy Shaw, Media, 212-656-4290
Jshaw@nyx.com

Shock Value II, Hotly Anticipated New Album From Super-Producer Timbaland, Now Due For Release December 8th, 2009

TIMBALAND TO PERFORM FIRST SINGLE, 'MORNING AFTER DARK,' WITH NELLY FURTADO AND SOSHY ON THE AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS ON NOVEMBER 22ND 'MORNING AFTER DARK' AND SECOND DIGITAL SINGLE 'SAY SOMETHING,' FEATURING DRAKE, CURRENTLY AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE FROM ALL ONLINE RETAILERS

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Nov. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Multi-platinum producer, prolific hit-maker, and sonic innovator Timbaland has announced that his third solo album, entitled Timbaland Presents Shock Value II will now be released on December 8th, 2009, on Mosley Music Group/Blackground Records/Interscope Records. The album is the follow-up to the super-producer's multi-platinum 2007 album Timbaland Presents Shock Value, which spawned three No. 1 pop singles, the Grammy-nominated "Give It To Me" (featuring Nelly Furtado and Justin Timberlake), "The Way I Are," (featuring Keri Hilson and D.O.E.), and a remix of OneRepublic's multi-platinum blockbuster "Apologize" (one of the best-selling singles of the decade).

The first two singles from Shock Value II, -- "Morning After Dark," featuring Nelly Furtado and French singer-songwriter SoShy, and "Say Something," featuring Drake -- are currently available for purchase from all digital service providers. Timbaland has just finished shooting a video for "Morning After Dark," which he directed with Paul "Coy" Allen. Timbaland will perform the track with Furtado and SoShy (a new artist on Timbaland's label Mosley Music Group) at The American Music Awards, which ABC will broadcast live from Los Angeles' Nokia Theatre on Sunday, November 22nd.

On Shock Value II, Timbaland re-maps the pop/R&B landscape by batting away genre boundaries once again. His prodigious influence and ability to stay ahead of the curve have meant that a wide range of today's most popular artists are eager to participate in the Shock Value series. This second iteration features guest appearances from Justin Timberlake, Katy Perry, Miley Cyrus, The Fray, Chris Daughtry, Nickelback's Chad Kroeger, Brandy, Drake, and Keri Hilson. In addition, Timbaland asserts the wide-screen sonic adventurousness that has led the Virginia Beach native to dominate the pop charts for more than a decade.

"I'm so fortunate and blessed to be able to create a Shock Value II," Timbaland says. "I'm really proud of the caliber of artists on this album and all the work they put into making it a success. I can promise that no one has ever heard Katy Perry, The Fray, or Brandy sound like this before. It's exciting because not only am I giving fans the best of me on each track, I'm giving them a glimpse of their favorite artist in a completely different light. This is an album that can be listened to from start to finish every single time because each song is so unique and the range of artists so diverse. I can't wait for my fans to hear the collaborations."

Over the course of his career, Timbaland has made an indelible imprint on the music scene. His production has helped create career-defining hits for artists such as Aaliyah, Missy Elliott, Destiny's Child, Madonna, Fall Out Boy, and Jay-Z, among many others. Respected beyond the genres of urban and hip-hop music, Timbaland, whose musical influences cross cultural lines, has also been sought by diverse superstars whose music similarly knows no boundaries, from pop star Justin Timberlake to avant-singer Bjork. So prolific a hit-maker is he that in the span of a single year -- 2006 to 2007 -- Timbaland produced more than 10 international chart-toppers, including Furtado's "Promiscuous," Timberlake's "Sexy Back," and 50 Cent's "Ayo Technology."

Source: Interscope Records

CONTACT: Dennis Dennehy of Interscope Records Publicity,
+1-310-865-7934, d.dennehy@umusic.com, Monique Idlett Mosley, +1-305-890-6556,
monique.idlett@mosleymusicgroup.net, for Timbaland

ProHipHop: LMFAO, GROOVALOO, Kid Sister, Travis Barker Remix, Diddy - Dirty Money

ProHipHop posts for Thursday, November 12th:

LMFAO: Shots Music Video ft. Lil Jon

GROOVALOO: Freestyle Hits Union Square December 1st

Kid Sister: Right Hand Hi Music Video

Travis Barker Remix: Forever ft. Drake, Kanye, Lil Wayne, Eminem

Diddy - Dirty Money: Love Come Down Official Video

CELEBRITY PHOTOGRAPHER "GREG FREDERICK" PREPARES TO UNVEIL STUNNING 2010 CALENDAR OF GRAMMY AWARD WINNING ARTIST "QUEEN PEN"

New York, NY (November 12th) – Grammy Award winning hip hop artist "Queen Pen teams up with Celebrity photographer Greg Frederick to release his hottest calendar to-date on www.gregfrederick.com.

Greg Frederick explains "It is not a calendar just of images of Queen Pen, but pieces of art created from images I shot with her over the year! Each month includes a Queen Pen quote to get your thoughts going throughout each month! Along with important Queen Pen dates within the calendar".  Also with the calender Greg Frederick has designed an exclusive Queen Pen shirt available for purchase with the calender or separate on his website.

Greg Frederick has captured all that Queen Pen embodies today, creating a vision of  her roles as a mother, role model, artist, advocate and author, through portrait.  The calender will be on sale at http://queenpenmusic.com/store.htm or http://gregfrederick.com/store.htm.  You can also go to the site to view some of the amazing shots captured throughout the year of shooting.

MORE ABOUT QUEEN PEN
Lynise Walters, aka Queen Pen is a Brooklyn native, female rap artist, who earned a Grammy for Best R & B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals in 1997 with producers Dr. Dre and Teddy Riley.  Recently, Pen has decided to focus on developing at risk teens and speaking in juvenile prisons, group homes, inner city schools, and facilities for young mothers.  She is also an accomplished author with two books, Situations and Blossom selling over 70,000 copies collectively with a third book on the way. She is currently adding dates for her book store tour, where she is reading passages out of her new book and discussing past work with fans and supporters.  In 2008 she united with The Coalition of Family Justice to open Silent Cries, an organization to help battered women and children overcome domestic violence.  A strong back-bone and courage has guided her back to music recording a new album coming in 2010 with some production by industry heavy weight Teddy Riley.  Besides recording the remix to "Brooklyn" by MC Lyte and being featured in the video, Queen Pen also manages her son Nefu Da Don and Reggae artist Suave Luciano.

MORE ABOUT GREG FREDERICK

Greg Frederick has more than 10 years as an International Icon, specializing  in Publicity shots, Magazine Spreads, Music, Head shots, Still Life, Portfolio books, Comp Cards, Album Covers, Book Covers, Advertising, Stock Images, Location,  Studio, Stock Images, Image Editing and Web Design.

In London, Greg flourished and enjoyed honing his experience. His skills and style were in demand, as he was brought in to retouch photos of international campaigns for L'Oreal, Estée Lauder, Rolex, Cartier, Selfridges, Sotheby's, Gap and Gucci.  That opportunity has made Greg Fredrick one of the most sought after photo editors on the East Coast. Greg built a strong client base ranging from music and lifestyle magazines (Dazed & Confused, Gay Times, Mixmag, Curve, XY, Attitude), bands and artists (Queen Pen, Salt & Peppa, Sweet Tee, Spinderalla, Pretty Ricky, QBoy, Right Said Fred, Deadlee, Johnny Dangerous, Young Vishis, Nefu Da Don) and corporate clients (National Westminster Bank of England, V2 Vodka). Greg is also a visiting instructor for Fashion and Advertising Photography at AIU.  His most recent shoot was with Hip Hop lyrical diva "Sweet Tee", which you will see shortly on his website.

For consultations and appointment arrangements please contact:
Greg Frederick
Phone: (310) 623-2868
E-mail: greg@gregfrederick.com
 
Contact us for media inquires on Greg Frederick & Queen Pen @:
MNS Media Group
Ernest Jackson/Durvel Wilson
mnsmedia@gmail.com

RJD2 ANNOUNCES MASSIVE TOUR IN SUPPORT OF THE COLOSSUS, OUT JANUARY 19TH, 2010

November 11, 2009 - While we wait anxiously for the ever-approaching release of his new record, The Colossus (out January 19th, 2010 on RJ's Electrical Connections), RJD2 has given fans another reason to rejoice. He will be embarking on a tour of "colossal" proportions! Touring for the majority of January and February, with more dates to follow, RJ will hit the road with a full band, his first such tour since 2008!

RJD2 Tour Dates:

Sat. - Jan. 9 - Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club

Sun. - Jan. 10 - Carrboro, NC @ Cat's Cradle

Mon. - Jan. 11 - Charlotte, NC @ Visualite Theater

Tue. - Jan. 12 - Savannah, GA @ Live Wire

Wed. - Jan. 13 - Orlando, FL @ The Social

Thu. - Jan. 14 - Tampa, FL @ Crowbar

Fri. - Jan. 15 - Tallahassee, FL @ Club Downunder

Sat. - Jan. 16 - Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade (Heavan Room)

Sun. - Jan. 17 - Birmingham, AL @ Bottletree

Mon. - Jan. 18 - Chattanooga, TN @ Rhythm and Brews

Tue. - Jan. 19 - Knoxville, TN @ Valarium

Wed. - Jan. 20 - Asheville, NC @ Orange Peel

Thu. - Jan. 21 - Charlottesville, VA @ Jefferson Theatre

Fri. - Jan. 22 - Morgantown, WV @ 123 Pleasant Street

Fri. - Feb. 5 - Columbus, OH @ Sully's Music Diner

Sat. - Feb. 6 - Newport, KY @ Southgate House

Sun. - Feb. 7 - Louisville, KY @ Headliners Music Hall

Mon. - Feb. 8 - Nashville, TN @ Exit In

Tue. - Feb. 9 - Memphis, TN @ Hi-Tone Cafe

Wed. - Feb. 10 - Oxford, MS @ The Lyric Oxford

Thu. - Feb. 11 - New Orleans, LA @ Tipitinas

Fri. - Feb. 12 - Baton Rouge, LA @ Spanish Moon

Sat. - Feb. 13 - Austin, TX @ Emos

Sun. - Feb. 14 - Denton, TX @ Hailey's

Thu. - Feb. 18 - Columbia, MO @ The Blue Note

Fri. - Feb. 19 - Grinnell, IA @ Grinnell College - Harris Center

Sat. - Feb. 20 - Urbana, IL @ Canopy Club

Also, we have a few reminders and other RJD2 tidbits:

* RJ finally has a reason for people to sign fruitless contracts with Internet service providers. As previously announced, those who visit his site, www.rjselectricalconnections.com, every Monday between now and The Colossus' release will be privy to contests and giveaways for mp3s, free records, and much more. This past Monday saw RJ reaching into the vault for the unreleased track "The Perfect Occasion" and announced a contest for a waaaay out of print signed RJD2 45. Download "The Perfect Occasion" and see contest details here: http://rjselectricalconnections.com/home/19-monday-madness-nov-9
* RJD2 was recently the subject of an episode of  Vice TV's Motherboard: Electrical Independence segment.  Taking a page out of MTV's Cribs, Electrical Independence lets you step inside RJ's impressive home studio, dive into the depths of his extensive synth collection, and perhaps learn how to make a good cobbler while you're at it. Watch RJD2 on Electrical Independence here: http://www.motherboard.tv/2009/11/9/electric-independence-rjd2--2.
* RJ has systematically been reissuing his releases on his own aptly named label, RJ's Electrical Connections. 2002's Deadringer was reissued just over a week ago, and 2004's Since We Last Spoke and 2003's "The Horror" EP will be reissued on November 17th.  Additionally, RJD2 2002-2010, his strictly vinyl and completely awesome box set, was released late last month.

RJD2 Online:

http://www.twitter.com/rjd2 

http://www.facebook.com/pages/RJD2/32328322799 

http://www.myspace.com/rjd2
http://www.pitchperfectpr.com/a_rjd2.html
http://rjselectricalconnections.com

For more info, contact:

Jacob Daneman & Jessica Linker | Pitch Perfect PR, jacob@pitchperfectpr.com, jessica@pitchperfectpr.com, 773-784-4335

RAKIM COLLABORATION WITH ZOO YORK

RAKIM'S THE SEVENTH SEAL OUT NOVEMBER 17TH ON RA RECORDINGS/SMC RECORDS

FEATURING THE SINGLE "WALK THESE STREETS" WITH MAINO AND TRACEY HORTON
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cpc5J307LQA

NEW YORK, NY - Zoo York, in association with RA Records, SMC Records, TVE and Cornerstone Promotion, is proud to announce an exclusive collaboration that celebrates the November 17th release of Rakim's highly anticipated new album, "The Seventh Seal."

This classic, limited edition skateboard deck features graphics designed by Rakim, Zoo York and NYC artist Dean Nicastro and will come packaged with the new The Seventh Seal CD. It will be available to collectors and fans in December 2009 at select retail outlets, www.zooyork.com, www.rakim.com, and through online promotions guided by the Cornerstone team.

Find out more at:
www.rakim.com / www.myspace.com/rakim / www.zooyork.com

Contact:
Diego Vargas
Cornerstone Promotion
diego@cornerstonepromotion.com

The Doctor's Orders present The Stones Throw Xmas @ Plan B

9pm - 4am Friday 11th December 2009
@ Plan B, 418 Brixton Road, London SW9 7AY (Brixton Tube)

£8 in advance through ticketweb.co.uk / 0844-477-1000 & selected shops
http://www.ticketweb.co.uk/user/?region=gb_london&query=detail&event=357231&interface=
£12 on the door

Live performances from Stones Throw's
Guilty Simpson & MED
Plus DJ support from
DJ Dez (Andres / Slum Village)
Spin Doctor (The Doctor's Orders)
& Paul White (One-Handed Music / Now-Again)

Room 2 hosted by Livin' Proof

With 2 of the most creative forces in Hip-Hop coming together for this special Xmas spectacular & the last promotion from The Doctor's Orders in 2009 you know this is going to be something special.

LA's Stones Throw Records is widely regarded as the standard bearer for creativity in Hip-Hop. As the home for many of the finest MC's and Producers in the art including the likes of Madlib, J-Dilla, Penut Butter Wolf and of course tonight's acts Guilty Simpson and MED they stand out from their competitors through the consistency of their output.

The same can be said of London's No.1 Hip-Hop party providers, The Doctor's Orders. Having enjoyed four and a half years of incredible events throughout the capital, and now further a field with their new Brighton monthly, they were the obvious choice for this event that will be boasting the finest talents from both sides of the pond on the stage and turntables.

Guilty Simpson is part of the incredible music tradition that is the sound of the Motor City, Detroit. The tradition that takes includes The Motown Sound, the punk of The Stooges and the free thinking rock of MC5 is the product of a tough working class city where the sound of industrial machinery seems to feed into a musical creativity unmatched by any other city. Guilty is one of the new school of Detroit MC brought to the fore through their work with the late great production genius of James "J-Dilla" Yancey. Having appeared on his albums for both Stones Throw and BBE Records alike Guilty Simpson has gone on to release the critically acclaimed "Ode To The Ghetto" that has become a classic among fans of underground Hip-Hop and has finished work on the Madlib produced "OJ Simpson" due for release in 2010 that is sure to go the same way. With gritty yet amusing tales of life of the streets that never fall into cliché few paint visual pictures as clearly as Mr Simpson so expect to be transported from South London into his world while he hits the stage with all his force tonight.

MED, formerly known as Medaphoar, is as skilful with words as his name would suggest. The California based MC came to prominence through his work with Madlib in the form on the Madvillany album, with Quasimoto and went on to shine on his 2005 solo LP "Push Come To Shove" which featured incredible productions from the like of Just Blaze, J-Dilla, Oh No and of course Madlib himself. An instant classic with the indie Hip-Hop heads it has been a long wait for his second album coming in 2010 from which he will be performing tracks on the night. Again the majority of the production is handled by Madlib so is sure to be another rough diamond. Having not performed in the UK since 2007 this is a rare appearance that is not to be missed.

While these incredible Stones Throw artists grab the mic they are supported by a brilliant selection of DJs that display the true adventurous nature of real Hip-Hop as we head into the 2010. Spinning for the live performances and blessing us with a set of his own besides is DJ Dez. As the DJ for Detroit's legendary Slum Village he has travelled the globe rocking crowds as part of a live force that has tragically been torn apart by the deaths of J-Dilla and then Baatin. As a producer in his own right Dez takes on the name Andres and is responsible for some of the most incredible fusions of Hip-Hop, House, Disco and Soul that have been heard in recent years. With a strong following among underground beat diggers, among whom his releases and mixes trade for substantial sums of money, he is sure to add to this fan base tonight.

Spin Doctor has been doing as much as anyone in the UK to help push what he considers "Real Hip-Hop" to the masses over the years and will continue to do so tonight as he treats what is sure to be a packed house to his trademark blend of Soul drenched leftfield bangers and classic boom bap. Joining him on the decks will be one of the most creative men to have come out of the darkness of their own studio in recent years Paul White. With his follow up to the incredible "Strange Dreams of Paul White" due to be releases on Stones Throw's sister label Now-Again in 2010 he is certainly a name to look out for in the new year and will be warming up the party with a sonic journey through the huge range of music to have influenced him thus far.

Room 2 of this beautifully refurbished South London venue will be hosted by Livin' Proof. Their team of residents; DJ Rags, DJ Snips, Khalil & Budgie will be playing the platters that has seen them build a regular and dedicated crowd for their monthly free party at Market Place.

This is the only Xmas party for any of the true school, open minded party people that know how to get down to the real Hip-Hop sound.

All of the artists on the bill are available for interview in the lead up to this event!
For more information, interviews, photos etc please do not hesitate to get in touch
Rod Gilmore info@thedoctorsorders.com
0207-833-9544 / 07866-610-212

Sportn' Life Records Launches Triple Threat

Leading Seattle Hip Hop Label Headlines Three Upcoming Shows

SEATTLE, WA - Nov. 12, 2009 - Sportn' Life Records is headlining three shows at Chop Suey over the next three months: Fatal Lucciauno on Nov. 13; D.Black on Dec. 19; and Spaceman on Jan. 16.

WHEN & WHERE*
All shows are 21 and up, $7.00 adv $8.00 d.o.s. and doors open at 9:00pm
 
Fri., Nov. 13, 2009
Chop Suey: http://www.chopsuey.com/calendar.html
With Sportn' Life's Fatal Lucciauno and special guests Cool Nutz, Onry Ozzborn & The Gigantics, SK (Sportn' Life Records) and Outrageous
 
Graphic flier for Nov 13th
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Web video ad for Nov 13th
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Sat., Dec. 19, 2009
Chop Suey: http://www.chopsuey.com/calendar.html
With Sportn' Life's D.Black and special guests Yirrim Seck, StayHi Bros and Candidt
 
Sat., Jan. 16, 2010
Chop Suey: http://www.chopsuey.com/calendar.html
With Sportn' Life's Spaceman and special guests Neema, Hella Dope and Steelo
 
*Space is limited and shows will likely sell out; buy tickets on advance at locations below
 
Tickets
Advance tickets available at: www.ticketweb.com
 
ABOUT SPORTN' LIFE RECORD'S ARTISTS
 
D.Black
Born and raised in Seattle, D.Black's musical roots are deep, with his mother and father both involved in pioneering hip-hop groups in the Seattle music scene. In 2006, D.Black released his debut album, The Cause & Effect, a huge regional success, allowing the emcee to share the stage with Nas, Freeway, Bun B, Clipse, Paul Wall, The Boot Camp Click, and more.  He recently launched his much anticipated new album, Ali'Yah.  D.Black's sophomore effort, which features production from Jake One and Vitamin D, is D.Black's first album since 2006 and represents a defining moment for him as an artist.
 
Praised for his polished rhyme flow, D.Black's new record, Ali'Yah (Hebrew for Ascend) and the sound he self-describes as "deep-rooted soul with heavy slapping drums," will help define him as an emcee and a person. D.Black says, "Ali'Yah captures me in the midst of a spiritual journey that has altered my way of being even in my physical life." For more information, visit http://www.myspace.com/dblackmuzik and  www.sportnlife.net.
 
Fatal Lucciauno
Sportn' Life Records signed Fatal Lucciauno as their second act, releasing his debut album, "The Only Forgotten Son" in 2007.  Fatal has a smooth, rugged sound, like Tupac.  He's been writing poetry since he was 8-years old, he values history and is also a credible voice of the street. From being homeless as a kid to hustling the streets of the Central District as a teen, he's seen it all. Fatal's music takes you through the many challenges he's overcome, making it a powerful expression of tenacity and courage. He credits his mother, respected Northwest Jazz and Gospel singer Josephine Howell, as his inspiration.  For more information, visit http://www.myspace.com/fatallucciauno and  www.sportnlife.net.
 
Spaceman
In 2008 Spaceman became the breakout artist for Seattle based hip hop label Sportn' Life Records. After a couple of years hyping label mate D.Black, Spaceman set off on his own and has thrust himself into the current position of one of the areas most sought after rap acts.
http://www.myspace.com/spaceman206
 
About Sportn' Life Records
The mission of Sportn' Life Records is to establish, provide and maintain careers and financial stability for its staff and artists, in conjunction with making a memorable contribution to music, art and the Hip Hop culture.  Sportn' Life Records is an independent record label based in Seattle, Washington that operates, functions and profits by handling business internally.  Sportn' Life is also a major label or an investor's dream for the simple fact that the music is great, the business gets handled and the momentum is already in play.  The label just reached its 7-year milestone with CEO DeVon Manier and Damian Black (D.Black), the label's most well known artist, at the helm. Through the years, their goal has always been to maintain independence while attracting national attention.  Looking to the future, Sportn' Life Records is focused on building its roster and developing investment partnerships to expand its reach.  For more information, visit www.sportnlife.net.
 
Please contact DeVon Manier, CEO/Co-Owner/Artist Manager, Sportn' Life Records, for a press pass to the shows, a press kit or to schedule an interview:  206.226.6654 | Devon@sportnlife.net

SoulBrew New Year's Eve Party @ East Village

9pm-5am Thursday 31st December 2009
@ East Village, 89 Great Eastern Street, London EC2A 3HX
(Old Street Tube)

£15.oo Early bird tickets (100 only)
£20.oo in advance from www.soulbrew.com & www.ticketweb.co.uk
£25.oo on the door

SoulBrew All-Stars:
Spin Doctor & Andy Bird
Jazzie B (Soul 2 Soul / Exclusive NYE Set)
Ashley Beedle (X-Press 2)
Mr Thing (Extended Playerz / Exclusive NYE Set)
Kidkanevil
& Kyri R2

For the past 6 years SoulBrew have been doing what SoulBrew do best – throwing carefree, unpretentious parties with the very best guests for a fun loving crowd of guys and gals that love their music funky. It is a formula that has worked well at every one of their previous 6 packed New Year's Eve events making it one of the most established and popular parties in town.

This year residents Spin Doctor & Andy Bird are joined by their most incredible line up of guests to date all but one of whom are doing exclusive New Year's Eve sets for this very special party. Between them they have worked with everyone from James Brown to Elton John, sold a millions of records world wide, have played records in every country with a set of decks and in the case of one man in particular have an OBE, an Ivor Novello award not to mention 2 Grammys.

You can expect a fun packed mix of sounds old and new that will take in everything including Soul, Disco, Hip-Hop, House, Reggae and beyond!

Few artists have had such an influence on dance music, not only in the UK but worldwide, than Jazzie B. The original funky dread started life as a DJ with his Soul II Soul sound system going on to run one of the most legendary parties London has ever known with his weekly Sunday night at The Africa Centre. The dub plates he cut to play to his dedicated following at this night went on to before the incredible "Club Classics Vol.1" which to date has sold over 3.5 million copies in 35 territories across the world and secured him 2 Grammys in the process. Having produced work for artists including James Brown, Sinead O'Conner ("Nothing Compares To You") and for labels including Motown, Def Jam and Atlantic there nothing this man does not know about making people dance to soul drenched sounds as you will hear as he guides you into 2010.

SoulBrew are ecstatic to also welcome Ashley Beedle to one of their parties for the first time. Having cut his teeth as a DJ in the early 80's spinning Disco & House his background in sound systems have infused him with a passion for everything from Reggae & Soul to Techno & Jazz, he will be encouraged to explore all of this influences on the night. His first production work as the Black Science Orchestra re-worked classic Disco into House and quickly became a favorite of Frankie Knuckles and Masters At Work. Both as part of X-Press 2 and on his own Ashley has topped charts around the world and remixed tracks by a diverse array of artists including Elton John's "Are You Ready For Love", Bob Marley's "Get Up Stand Up" & Lilley Allen's "LDN". Always keen to collaborate Ashley has worked under various guises including Disco Evangelists alongside David Holmes, Ballistic Brothers, Roots Revolution Jamayka Boys (championed by many as the first Dubstep production) to name a few. His diverse style is influenced by the melting pot that is his beloved hometown of London so he is happy to be playing for an open minded home crowd on this special night.

Keeping things rocking on the first floor by going back to back with a mix of Hip-Hop, Funk, 80's Soul and pretty much anything else they fancy are good friends Mr Thing & SoulBrew's own Spin Doctor. Having spent years DJing, often together, for crowd up and down the country and around the world they have a great ear not only for what is going to send their crowds bananas but also keep each other pushing the boundaries so get ready for a selection that is greater than the sum of it's parts.

Andy Bird will be making sure things are kept bubbling way into the earliest hours of 2010 as he takes over the controls in the basement with his typical brand of party friendly madness that can take in the soaring strings of Salsoul alongside the digital funk of Grace Jones with the occasional stop off at a forgotten pop classic that will see the ladies rushing the dance-floor. Warming things up in the basement is head honcho of the phenomenally diverse R2 records Kyri. Having released albums produced and compiled by the likes of Karizma, Rich Medina, Bobbito that take in all genres of underground dance music he is the perfect man to set the mood for this night of explorative revelry. His skills on the decks are matched by the man they call Kidkanevil that will be kicking things off with another of his incredible jazz fused sets of beats and pieces on the first floor.

Advance tickets from:
www.soulbrew.com / www.ticketweb.co.uk / www.seetickets.com

And the following shops:
3 Kings, Clerkenwell Close, London EC1 0207-253-0483
BM Soho, 25 D'Arlblay St, London W1 0207-437-0478
Brill Music, 27 Exmouth Market, London EC1 0207-833-9757
Flashback, 50 Essex Road, London N1 0207-354-9356
Honest John's, 278 Portobello Road, London W10 0208-969-9822
HQ, 14d Market Row, Coldharbour Lane, Brixton SW9
Phonica, 51 Poland St, London W1F 0207-025-6070
R1 Music, 92 Acre Lane, Brixton SW2 0207-737-1116
Sounds Of The Universe, 7 Broadwick St, London W1 0207-734-3341

For more details, guest list, photos, interviews etc please contact
Rod Gilmore info@thedoctorsorders.com 0207-833-9544
For videos and pic's please visit SoulBrew.com

ROLLING OUT MAGAZINE COVERS MUSIC MOGUL BRYAN "BIRDMAN" WILLIAMS FOR THE THIRD WEEK OF NOVEMBER ISSUE

ON TOP OF A GROWING EMPIRE, MONEY TO BURN, BRED FROM THE STREETS, BRYAN "BIRDMAN" WILLIAMS DISCUSSES THE FUTURE OF CASH MONEY/YOUNG MONEY ENT. AND HIS FIGHT FROM PROJECTS TO PENTHOUSE.

BIRDMAN'S INTERVIEW WITH ROLLING OUT MAGAZINE HITS NEWSSTANDS NOVEMBER 12th, 2009 NATIONWIDE
 
(Los Angeles, CA- November 11th, 2009) - New Orleans bred rapper turned manager turned businessman Bryan "Birdman" Williams graces the cover of *rolling out Magazine dishing on his past, ride to the top, bending stereotypes, and well tuned eye for underrated talent.  Rising from the gritty streets of New Orleans, specifically the infamous and hip-hop glorified Magnolia Projects, Bryan "Birdman" Williams transformed the hustling spirit of the street into a thriving multi-million dollar business jump starting the careers of recognizable artists; Lil Wayne, Drake, and Juvenile. Arguably running the most powerful label in hip-hop today Byran "Birdman" Williams says this to *rolling out Magazine, "To be successful and to be a businessman, you've got to know all parts of your business. You may have other people doing the job, but you're supposed to know your business. If you don't know your business, you're going to get swallowed in it. There comes a point where you're going to have to make decisions. I have to know where every dollar goes. Other people might not treat your money like you would."
 
In 1989, Bryan "Birdman" Williams alongside his brother Ronald created Cash Money Records, a street label known for releasing local artists and selling upward 100,000+ without the use of music videos and Billboard charting singles. The label received its first commercial hit with rapper Juvenile which captured the attention of music conglomerate Universal Records buying into the Cash Money brand with a 30 million dollar licensing deal for publishing and royalties. Over the next 12 years Cash Money released a slew of hits from artists like the Big Tymers, B.G, and The Hot Boys (Lil Wayne). In 2007, the label offered its most successful artist to date rapper Lil Wayne, a position as president of Cash Money/Young Money Entertainment giving Lil Wayne complete artistic control and A&R development.  Look out for the Bryan "Birdman" Williams issue on newsstands November 12th, 2009 nationwide. Also, refer to www.rollingout.com for more behind scenes insight on the interview.

ABOUT rolling out MAGAZINE/ MEDIA

*rolling out Magazine, the largest free urban weekly,  is a digital and physical weekly magazine that focuses on the black experience in response to entertainment, politics, fashion, culture, sports and lifestyle points of interest. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, *rolling out Magazine positions itself as the voice of the African American experience in an unconventional form using the the newspaper platform as a market place to express urgency in reform for education, finances, entrepreneurship, and other issues prevalent in the black diaspora.  For information on *rolling out Magazine please log on to www.rollingout.com

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Press Contact: The KARTEL Company

                           Duran Brown

                           (213) 568-3874

                           Duran@theKartelCo.com

DJ Commish to Judge "Freestyle Friday" on BET'S 106 & Park

DJ Commish to be a special guest on BET'S 106 & Park

Industry Alert

New York, NY—November 12, 2009--- On Friday, November 13, 2009 "The Commander-In- Chief "DJ Commish will be judging BET'S 106 & Park "Freestyle Friday" among other celebrities.  The show has pitted emcees against each other in weekly freestyle battles before the studio audience, the cypher (from 2006) and three celebrity judges. Each competitor alternates freestyling for 30 seconds in each of the two rounds. After the battle, the judges decide the winner, per majority vote.

What:  DJ Commish, Judge "Freestyle Friday" on BET'S 106 & Park

When: Friday, November 13, 2009 at 6 pm EST

Keep your eyes peeled tomorrow on BET'S 106 & Park Freestyle Friday at 6pm EST!
About DJ Commish
DJ Commish has an unwavering passion for music. Known in the industry as a respected and acclaimed DJ, The Commander-In-Chief DJ/Radio Personality/Television DJ/Event Planner has worked with la crème de la crème: Jay Z, BET, VIBE, The Source, The NBA and The NFL. He has been called to do such events as album release parties, celebrity birthday parties, college tours and special events. As an international DJ, he also has been blessed with the opportunity to spin in Boston, Philadelphia, Washington, Los Angeles, Miami, The Hamptons, The Bahamas and more.
Please visit www.djcommish.com
Twitter.com/djcommish

About I AM PR Agency

I AM PR Agency is a fast-paced public relations firm dedicated to the entertainment industry (Music, Fashion, and Lifestyle). Headquartered in New York, the boutique firm specializes in positioning clients in their key industries. Creative, innovative and results-oriented, I AM PR Agency tailors its communications to suit your needs, wherever you are. Our customized media programs and PR campaigns prepare our clients to level the playing field against entrenched competition.

Media Contact:
Olivia Dikambi|240.291.5448|
iampragency@gmail.com
www.iampragency.com
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Music and Entertainment Empowerment Series, SUNDAY SCHOOL with Tone Capone, To Relaunch On Sunday, November 15, 2009

(November 9, 2009--New York, NY)—www.musicindustryonline.com, is proud to present the resurgence of  the Entertainment Empowerment Series, SUNDAY SCHOOL, on Sunday, November 15, 2009 in New York, NY.

The entertainment industry was once considered a career path with a limited number of opportunities; however, the recent synergy illuminating between the various entertainment and corporate entities are now presenting options for everyone to find their niche. The  education organization, SUNDAY SCHOOL, seeks to explore the infinite possibilities during a monthly seminar taking place at the Times Square Arts Center in New York City. SUNDAY SCHOOL is a progressive partnership dedicated to educating, empowering, and inspiring individuals seeking careers in the entertainment industry.

"Daily, I am approached through my position through Hot 97 from people who would like to pursue career opportunities in the entertainment industry. Therefore, SUNDAY SCHOOL was created to provide enlightenment through information and resources for others to reach their ultimate goals. I want to afford artists, entrepreneurs, students, and others the opportunity to gain exposure and network as much as possible, and what better way to do it than for FREE?", says Tone Capone.

Launched on March 30, 2006, SUNDAY SCHOOL created a solid buzz in the entertainment industry as patrons enjoyed unprecedented access to high profile, powerful industry leaders who share the stories of their rise to top and expertise in their area. Some of the previous participants included:  The Clipse-Star Trak/SONY Records Recording Artist, Chuck Creekmur-CEO  & Editor In Chief of Allhiphop.com,Steve "Raze" Julien- Executive VP of Digital Content, AllHipHop.com,  Corey Boddie, Esq.-Entertainment Attorney, Datwon Thomas-Editor In Chief of GlobalGrind.com, Ron Browz - Platinum Producer, Riggs Morales - Director of A&R Shady Records, Reggie Hawkins - Format Manger Shady 45 & Hip Hop Nations Sirius Satellite Radio, Sickamore - CEO of The Famous Firm / A&R Consultant Atlantic Records just to name a few .  SUNDAY SCHOOL plans to continue to make a significant impact upon the entertainment industry as it strongly encourages the power of knowledge and networking to maximize opportunities for growth.

SUNDAY SCHOOL meets once a month every third Sunday afternoon from 3:30-6:00 p.m. at the Times Square Arts Center located 669 8th Ave  New York, NY 10036.SUNDAY SCHOOL is free of charge to all patrons. There are a number of networking opportunities, and attendees are strongly encouraged to bring business cards.

SUNDAY SCHOOL is a non-profit organization dedicated to support, encourage, empower, and educate its patrons about the various career opportunities in music, media, and related entertainment industry fields. SUNDAY SCHOOL is dedicated to creating opportunities and assisting patrons in achieving their personal and professional goals.

For more information about SUNDAY SCHOOL, please visit SundaySchool @ www.musicindustryonline.com Or call Sunday School: (212) 560-2324 or sundayschooledu@musicindustryonline.info. Please note EARLY ARRIVAL is strongly suggested and RSVP for sessions is mandatory for entry.

For all Media RSVP and Inquiries, please contact Syreta J. Oglesby at syretajoglesby@gmail.com or 201-658-3711.

VH1 - Diddy Cast LA Launch Party - November 16th

November 11, 2009 - Hollywood South Productions is thrilled to announce that the new cast of Vh1's hit reality show, "I Want To Work For Diddy", will be holding it's own LA launch party in an exclusive Beverly Hills location, to celebrate the launch of the new season and the return of Season 1's breakout star, Poprah!

Already the new season has sparked quite a mania amongst reality fans around the country with Diddy himself leading the way via his frequent and often intense interaction with the hopeful contestants, all fighting tooth and nail for the coveted position as his new "personal assistant".  The cast is just as diverse as the last season, but there is quite a twist in the story line.  As if the challenges they face to prove their worthiness to work for the icon under constant scrutiny, pressure and sleepless nights, is not already difficult enough, this time they'll also have to deal with the return of reality's favorite villain. Poprah, who has was actually nominated last month by Fox Reality for favorite reality villain via her role on Season 1, has been commanded by Diddy himself to return the competition as a mole, and to be his eyes in ears in the competition, unbeknownst to the other contestants who think she's returned just to give them hell and some serious competition for the job!

Already the drama has begun, and sneak peak's from next week's episode make it pretty obvious fans have only seen the tip of the iceberg. Recent spikes in activity on social networks "twitter" and "facebook" clearly shows that reality fans around the globe are ecstatic and anticipate that this will be the best season yet!

Cast members are already slated for the event and are flying from around the country to attend the LA launch, amongst many other celebrity invites, and media outlets. Word has it, that the event will also be hosted by Poprah, of Season 1 & 2, who was formerly an international recording artist on BMG, has just recorded a new single inspired by her experience on the show and will feature some of the show's most popular cast members.  So just as she's donned herself the hybrid of P. Diddy and Oprah, Poprah, she's now created the ultimate event hybrid, video shoot meets launch party. "That would be a "Vaunch Party", she exclaims! Hey, maybe in this economy, that may not be a bad idea.

The event will be held at the Aqua Lounge, in Beverly Hills, California on Monday, November 16, 8pm–2pm. There is no cover charge if you RSVP by Nov. 13, and a $10 cover charge at the door. For more information, RSVP, or to get on the VIP Guest List email:info@workfordiddycast.com. 

For press credentials and interviews contact Cecily Wiggins at info@convergentmediapr.com.

Cecily Wiggins
Convergent Media PR
www.convergentmediapr.com
323.419.3866

Threader Urban Clothing Partners With America's Best Dance Crew 4 Champions: We Are Heroes

LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwire - November 12, 2009) - Streetwear company Wildchild Nation, LLC announces a new partnership with We Are Heroes, champions of season four of MTV's hit show, "America's Best Dance Crew." Wildchild Nation will provide online distribution of We Are Heroes' collection of garments and products as part of Threader, the first online urban clothing marketplace for the dance and entertainment industries.

Crew member Alison Iannucci said, "Winning MTV's 'America's Best Dance Crew' immediately opened the door to lots of opportunities for merchandising, but we immediately sought out Threader, as their reputation of success preceded them. It's been a pleasure working with the Threader team, and we're excited to be able to offer our fans a way to support and represent."

Wildchild Nation co-founder, Luam, commented, "As the first all-female crew to win ABDC, We Are Heroes has a unique opportunity to be able to inspire and positively affect the lives of all their fans. Helping them create streetwear and market it through Threader gives their fans a way to take a tangible piece of the crew home."

Wildchild Nation is working with We Are Heroes not only on distribution through Threader, but they also manufacture We Are Heroes' merchandise. "One of the benefits of working with Wildchild Nation is that they are a one-stop-shop for all of our merchandise needs -- from manufacturing to online distribution," crew member Riquel Olander said.

Be a part of the story; the hip hop clothing can be found at: www.threaderstyle.com.

About Wildchild Nation

Wildchild Nation is a lifestyle urban clothing company based in New York City. Wildchild Nation's urban clothing brand, Wildchild, produces men's and women's quality, trend-right designs influenced by the Soho, urban wear, streetwear, and vintage markets. Their Threader brand is the first Website of its kind in the streetwear dance industry offering everything from basic fulfillment of products, warehousing and customer support to private labeled manufacturing of garments.

About We Are Heroes

We Are Heroes is an all-female, popping, dynamic dance crew that was crowned Champions of America's Best Dance Crew. They are able to connect with all audiences because of their diversity, talent, and personal stories. These girls take chances, know their foundations, and create a dance style new to the public eye.

Contacts
Traci Copeland
Wildchild Nation, LLC
718.450.3884
Email Contact
http://www2.marketwire.com/mw/emailprcntct?id=1A67EDD1EE9EA847

Jesse Lee Santos
We Are Heroes, LLC
818.408.9930
Email Contact
http://www2.marketwire.com/mw/emailprcntct?id=086C02E658A8810B

'Unique Autosports: Miami' Premieres on Spike TV February 28; Guests to Include Lebron James, Sean "Diddy" Combs, Fat Joe

New Weekly Show Features Guest Stars CC Sabathia, AJ Burnett, Nick Swisher, LeBron James, Sean "Diddy" Combs, Tony Stewart, Amare Stoudemire, Jermaine O'Neal And Maurice Jones-Drew

NEW YORK, Nov. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Spike TV will premiere a star-studded new car-customizing series, "Unique Autosports: Miami," Sunday, February 28 10:30-11:00am (ET/PT). The new eight-episode half-hour series, produced by Will Castro (Facio Productions) and Jamal Munnerlyn (Roscoe Stanley Productions) will run as part of the network's successful weekend PowerBlock programming.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20060322/NYW096LOGO)

Each episode will feature a different celebrity from the world of entertainment and sports. Unique Autosports is the highly acclaimed Miami based car customizing and design shop which services celebrity clientele and car enthusiasts around the world. Production on the series will take place on location in Miami.

Celebrities included in the new season are NBA superstar LeBron "King" James; music icon Sean "Diddy" Combs; members of the 2009 World Series champion New York Yankees CC Sabathia, AJ Burnett and Nick Swisher; NASCAR driver/owner Tony Stewart; NBA All-Stars Amare Stoudemire and Jermaine O'Neal; NFL All-Pro Maurice Jones Drew and hip-hop artist Fat Joe.

"The auto ingenuity of Unique Autosports coupled with the star power of his friends and clients on the show make this series the perfect compliment to Spike TV's PowerBlock lineup," said John Griffin, vice president, programming, Spike TV.

Owned by Will Castro, Unique Autosports has been recognized as a leader in car customization for more than ten years. Production on the series takes place at the Unique Autosports 20,000 square-foot garage/global headquarters in Miami which ships Unique Special Edition vehicles around the globe. Unique also customizes yachts and unique high-end homes for exclusive clients and has a clothing line.

Spike TV is available in 98 million homes and is a division of MTV Networks. A unit of Viacom (NYSE:VIA) (NYSE:VIA.B) , MTV Networks is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. Spike TV's Internet address is www.spike.com and for up-to-the-minute and archival press information and photographs, visit Spike TV's press site at http://www.spike.com/press.
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PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com

Source: Spike TV

CONTACT: Media, David Schwarz, Spike TV, +1-212-767-8639,
david.schwarz@mtvstaff.com

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

Hip Hop Bling Releases Kanye West Style Black Jesus Piece Pendant

The Black Jesus Piece pendant and chain is the most sought after hip hop jewelry item of 2009. Rappers Kanye West and Jay Z have made this unique piece popular. HipHopBling.com now offers a replica version of the hip hop star's black jesus chain. Covered in over 120 faux black diamonds and black plated for a dark and rich black color.

Columbia, MD (PRWEB) November 12, 2009 -- In the world of hip hop jewelry, the Jesus piece is an iconic symbol. Gold and platinum pendants made into the likeness of Jesus Christ have been worn by some of the hottest rappers over the decades. Notorious BIG worn a gold Jesus pendant and many other hip hop entertainers, fans and executives have followed. That was pretty much the standard, until recently when Kanye West, known for his unique style and standout fashion sense, unveiled a black colored Jesus piece with a rosary chain also in black. His pendant was custom made and extremely rare. The only other celebrity seen with one is his close friend Jay Z. The bling bling pioneer, hiphopbling.com just released a replica of this pendant at an amazing price in very limited numbers.

The black Jesus piece by hiphopbling.com features an excellent quality Jesus pendant, complete with over 125 black diamond simulant stones. While imitators often use gunmetal type colors and white colored stones, this version is made exactly like the original, with solid black colored stones. The unique and subtle shine of the stones sets it apart from others.

The black Jesus pendant is made to look exactly like high-end jewelry including amazing details and a gorgeous black IP plated finish over a heavy and sturdy alloy metal core. It also comes with a free rosary bead chain, just like the one seen on Kayne West. It is 36 inches in length and black IP plated as well. The combo gives any hip hop fan the look of a fully custom piece of hip hop jewelry. It certainly looks a lot more than the price.

This unique and rare piece is available in very limited numbers. During the initial test release, the sample shipment of this item was sold out in less than 1 week. After an extensive wait list, production of the main shipment was finally completed just weeks before Halloween. This is a highly sought after piece due to it’s uniqueness. It is also extremely rare and exclusive to hip hop bling.

The black Jesus pendant and chain makes a great gift for any hip hop fan, and it is sure to become a collector’s item for fans of Jay Z or Kanye West. Aside from this pendant, hip hop bling features over 3500 other unique and rare hip hop jewelry items.

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Prime Loops Release Bulletproof Hip Hop Grooves, Secret Lab & Fidget Vs Electro Grooves

Bulletproof Hip Hop Grooves

Bulletproof Hip Hop Grooves is a selection of twenty loop kits from 87-100bpm, constructed for hiphop and RnB prodcers of all levels. The kits are separated into bass, drums, keys, strings, and a full mix is provided for those who like to loop straight out of the box.
 
Labelled by musical key, producers have endless possibilities for inspiration and combination, with everything mastered to commercial standard, ready to drop live or in the studio.

Formats include: WAV, Apple Loops, Acid Loops, Akai MPC, Ableton Live Pack and more.

Bulletproof Hip Hop Grooves is available for £16.95 Visit:
http://www.primeloops.com/loops-samples/product/bulletproof-hip-hop-grooves~111/

Secret Lab: Club Mix Insanity

Prime Loops is proud to present Secret Lab: Club Mix Insanity, featuring a darkly experimental compilation of 290+ heavily processed electro house loops and oneshots inspired by a hidden cold war bunker in the former Soviet Union, engineered by Eastern European producer and sound designer Art G.
 
The producer's private sample library has been twisted and processed with Reaktor, Cycling74 and TC Powercore, updating the unique atmosphere of cold war synthesis, ready for use in today's deep and dark techno, house, minimal, electro and glitchy genres.

Formats include: WAV, Rex2 Loops, Reason Refill, Apple Loops, Acid Loops, Akai MPC, Ableton Live Pack and more,

The Secret Lab: Club Mix Insanity is available at for £16.95 visit:
http://www.primeloops.com/loops-samples/product/secret-lab-club-mix-insanity~109/

Fidget vs Electro Grooves

Fidget Vs Electro Grooves is a comprehensive collection of more than 150 electro flavoured fidget house grooves, arranged over 11 construction kits at 130bpm. Each kit can be broken down into more than ten separate drum, fx, synth, bass and percussion tracks, for flexible integration with any project.

Featuring classic hardware synths such as the Roland JV2080, Nord Lead, MoPho, Access Virus, Korg Prophecy, and high-end soft synths such as Vanguard, Predator and Albino, all processed with Pro Tools

TDM and a TL Audio Ivory valve compressor for heavy results every time.

Formats include: WAV, Apple Loops, Acid Loops, Akai MPC, Ableton Live Pack and more.

Fidget Vs Electro Grooves is available for £12.95 Visit:
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SALVADOR SANTANA DEBUTS SOLO ALBUM / COLLABORATES WITH MONEY MARK (BEASTIE BOYS), DEL, AND GZA

"KEYBOARD CITY" OUT 2/2 VIA QUANNUM/VARIOUS MUSIC
 
"On "Keyboard City," Sal and Mark layer reedy, synth atmospherics, icy-cool electronic keys and a smooth-as-butter beat underneath Sal's awesomely zonked-out Vocoder-heavy vocals" - RollingStone.com
 
Music is a burst of choices. Not only what note to play when and with what instrument, but whether to play a note at all. Salvador Santana, the 26-year-old keyboardist, vocalist, composer, and songwriter with strong Bay Area roots, knows what it means to navigate the infinite options of music. His 2008 project with the Salvador Santana Band--simply called SSB--pursued the scope of his ability. But for Santana, it wasn't enough. He has no choice but to push himself further.  Collaboration has always been the centerpiece of his creations, and this passion manifested his solo debut "Keyboard City" around the inspirations of a few legends: Bay Area MC/producer Del the Funky Homosapien who helped hone in Santana's writing skills, Beastie Boy studio wizard Money Mark, and GZA of the Wu-Tang Clan. The legendary founder of the Wu-Tang Clan rallied support around the album by featuring himself on remix of the title track "Keyboard City" earlier this fall. The long anticipated debut hits the streets in February of 2010 followed by extensive touring with his keyboard-laden band featuring a three-person keyboard assault with Santana at the head.
 
Money Mark inspired Santana in a beautiful way during the creation process. "With all the people I've ever collaborated with or just working by myself, I have never produced so many ideas into songs as I have during these Money Mark sessions. That guy is just a machine," said Santana.
 
Money Mark opened up a new way of recording that was previously unknown to Santana. "He has mentored me by showing me that it's cool to be all over the pace. It's cool to sit there and work on a song, then out of nowhere, interrupt that flow and work on another idea. To just go with it.", Santana elaborates.
 
Santana is pushed by a need to step out of his comfort zone in a quest for new ideas. Easy going and humble, Santana exudes the Bay Area vibe. He began playing the drums at age three--sitting on his father's lap, controlling the snare and tom, as his father worked the hi-hat and kick drum--but his true love was discovered when he began taking piano lessons when he was six. Later, he studied at San Francisco's heralded School of the Arts before attending Cal Arts in Valencia, CA. His education, passion and lineage has turned Santana into a monster on the keys, leading him to say that he's "a musician first, a vocalist second and a performer second-and-a-half."
 
Music truly thrives in his veins. His maternal grandfather was blues pioneer Saunders King and his paternal grandfather was the internationally celebrated violinist and mariachi bandleader Jose Santana. And, of course, his father is 10X Grammy-winning Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Carlos Santana...who's also a frequent collaborator (Salvador co-wrote "El Farol" from 1999's smash album Supernatural).
 
But with his upcoming solo project, Salvador Santana will truly become a brand of his own.
 
"With the Salvador Santana Band record I was very passive and insecure, only because I wasn't listening to my gut, allowing my second opinions to get to me. Knowing what I know now, I could have played that part better. I don't ever want to have that feeling ever again."
 
In addition to his musical desires, Santana has worldly efforts on his mind. After a trip to South Africa and inspiring work with Artists for a New South Africa (ANSA), something triggered inside of Santana to make sure his music wasn't only about personal glory. Once the record is released and he begins touring the project, Salvador will be posting various non-profit organizations on his website that will receive a percentage of the profits. "I want to use music in a positive way, and give back to people in need. There can never be enough people who do that." And there can never be enough musicians pushing their art to the brink.
 
For more information visit: www.SalvadorSantana.com
For all PRESS inquiries contact Heathcliff Berru @ Life or Death PR & Management: Heathcliff.Berru@gmail.com  / 773 344 8216

NEW SCHOLARMAN ALBUM "FREE SPIRIT OF A TROUBLED SOUL" COMING JANUARY 2010

Bowie, MD (Nov. 12, 2009) – Get your ears ready and make room on your MP3 players because come January 2010, Maryland emcee and producer ScholarMan will be dropping another great solo album to add to your hip-hop collection. Titled Free Spirit of a Troubled Soul or "FSTS" for short, ScholarMan's new album represents the struggle of the everyday man who is striving to achieve more out of life despite the obstacles that cause many to give up.

Pressing forward toward your goals isn't easy; sometimes the trials we face can cause us to lose direction. But those who still find room to hope, dream and strive to meet their goals throughout the troubles are those who prosper. Determination isn't anything new for ScholarMan. Those who have followed his work should be able to see that he is passionate about his music and growth. In the past three years he has provided several projects including a handful of albums, EPs and other free music found online. Accompanying these projects are also a few music videos, including a couple that have been aired on television.

Showing no signs of slowing down, ScholarMan is one of the most consistent artists in the game. Even more important than his consistency, is his growth. Many artists tend to get comfortable or complacent with their craft. Over time they allow themselves to go downhill creatively instead of taking their talent to new plains. ScholarMan is a true example of an artist who gets better with every release.

In 2007 with his album Candy Medicine he felt the hip-hop community was sick of the same type of artists and sound, so he provided us with some ear medicine. In 2008 he told us what his purpose in life and in hip-hop was with Soul Purpose. Then at a pivotal mark in political history in 2009, he presented us with GameShift: The Movement.

So as his movement continues, prepare for his new album "Free Spirit of a Troubled Soul" – soulful hip-hop filled with the joys and pains of growth, improvement, expansion all in the midst of adversity and tribulations. If this sounds appealing, this is the album for you. Album features K-Mynez and Teisha Marie.

To book ScholarMan for your next event, please contact us at:

Soganic Music
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Chris 'Ludacris' Bridges and Gansevoort South Beach Host the Conjure Miami Mix Off

Ludacris and an esteemed judging panel select the winning Conjure cocktail

MIAMI, Nov. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Chris "Ludacris" Bridges teamed with the Gansevoort South Beach to host the Miami Mix Off, where South Florida's best mixologists battled to create the best Conjure cocktail. Contestants included mixologists from The Shore Club, Delano, Au Pied de Cochon, the Gansevoort, Love Hate Lounge, Meat Market, and Prime 112.

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Conjure, an innovative spirit blended by Bridges in Cognac, France, is fastly becoming a favorite amongst mixologists because it is so highly mixable and lends itself to so many creative cocktail recipes.

The night's "Best Drink" was selected by a prestigious panel of judges that included Jay Law, Gansevoort South's master mixologist; Kim Birkedal Hartmann, co-owner of Conjure and Birkedal Hartmann Cognac; and of course Chris Bridges.

"It was incredible to see the ingredients the mixologists used," said Kim Birkedal Hartmann. "When we created Conjure with Chris we wanted to make something people could have fun with. Tonight's competition proved we succeeded."

The Luda, created by Kelly Frie from Miami's Meat Market, received the honor of "Best Drink." Frie was awarded $1,000 and her drink, which includes ingredients like pineapple, thyme and Conjure, will appear on menus of restaurants and clubs throughout South Florida through the month of November.

"The Conjure Mix Off was a huge success thanks to all the mixologists who entered the contest," said Chris Bridges. "There is no limit with what you can serve Conjure with. I am definitely looking forward to more competitions like this one."

About Conjure

Conjure is a collaboration between international superstar Chris "Ludacris" Bridges and famed cognac house Birkedal Hartmann, a producer of award-winning spirits since 1887. The company is based in Cognac, France with offices in Miami, Florida and Oslo, Norway. Conjure is made from the ugni blanc grape from blends that represent a variety of Cognac regions, including, among others, Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, and Borderie. Conjure is a highly selective blend of thirty to forty eaux-de-vie, aged in Limousin oak barrels up to fifty years old. The combination of Conjure's distinct blend and finely seasoned barrels provides an unparalleled complexity of smoothness, definition, and flavor. Conjure ... Imagine the Possibilities.

About Chris "Ludacris" Bridges

Chris "Ludacris" Bridges is a celebrated recording artist, actor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, as well as a connoisseur of fine spirits. Ludacris has sold over 20 million albums worldwide with each release being certified platinum or multi-platinum by the RIAA. To date, he has won three Grammy Awards (including Best Rap Album for Release Therapy) and appeared in two Academy Award-winning films. In addition to his creative endeavors and business ventures, Mr. Bridges serves as Chairman and CEO of The Ludacris Foundation, an award-winning non-profit organization dedicated to helping young people achieve their dreams through the encouragement of "Principles of Success."

About Birkedal Hartmann

For over a century, Birkedal Hartmann has been creating award-winning cognacs of exceptional quality and character. During this time the company has supplied its cognacs to Europe's Royal Houses and become renowned throughout Europe and the world as a purveyor of fine wines and spirits. The company is based in Cognac, France and is led by fourth-generation wine and spirits producer Kim Birkedal Hartmann.

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  Conjure Imports, LLC
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