Jermaine Dupri, Stealth SME Form Publishing Company ‘One Song’

JERMAINE DUPRI, STEALTH SME FORM PUBLISHING COMPANY ‘ONE SONG’

YouTube Star/Songwriter Mike Kalombo First Signee;
Slated for albums with Usher and Monica   

Dorsey James (left), Jermaine Dupri (center), Mike Kalombo (right)

 

(ATLANTA) – Super-producer and So So Def CEO Jermaine Dupri has announced the launch of a new publishing company, One Song Publishing.

 

Inspired by the idea that ‘one song’ can change the course of a writer’s career, One Song Publishing is “a special place” for talented up and coming songwriters who have the potential to create hit music.

 

“One Song is a publishing company that really understands the new age of music and how to find talent,” says Dupri. “We’re looking for writers that know how to get their music out there and establish their own fan base before I come along.”

TREY SONGZ LIGHTS UP THE CHART WITH “TRIGGA”

TREY SONGZ LIGHTS UP THE CHART WITH “TRIGGA”;

INTERNATIONAL SUPERSTAR’S ACCLAIMED NEW ALBUM

DEBUTS AT #1 ON SOUNDSCAN/BILLBOARD 200, BILLBOARD’S “TOP R&B/HIP-HOP ALBUMS” AND BILLBOARD’S NEW “ARTIST 100” CHART;

RIAA GOLD CERTIFIED SINGLE, “NA NA,” CLIMBING AT CHR/POP;

“TRIGGA” AVAILABLE NOW

 

 

Songbook Entertainment/Atlantic recording artist Trey Songz has made a stunning chart debut with his hugely anticipated new album, “TRIGGA.” Described by USA TODAY as an “… engaging sixth album, TRIGGA (*** out of four), is a statement of intent – not of a bold new direction, but rather of the singer’s determination to solidify the hitmaker’s pedigree he’s worked hard to earn.” With over 4 million in streams at paid subscription accounts and a little over 5 million video/audio views on YouTube, the collection – which includes the hit singles “SmartPhones,” “Foreign,” and the RIAA gold certified “Na Na” – entered the SoundScan/Billboard 200 at #1 with sales in excess of 100K. In addition, “TRIGGA” debuted at #1 on Billboard’s “Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums” ranking. This marks Trey’s 2^nd consecutive #1 album on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart. Trey Songz is also the first artist to secure the top spot on Billboard’s new “Artist 100” chart that blends information culled from sales, track sales, radio airplay, streaming, and social media to provide a multi-dimensional ranking of artist popularity.  Internationally, “TRIGGA” made a splash overseas from the UK to France to Portugal, Africa and the Caribbean’s, entering the charts amongst the top 10.

TREY SONGZ UNVEILS “TRIGGA

TREY SONGZ UNVEILS “TRIGGA”;

GRAMMY®-NOMINATED SUPERSTAR CELEBRATES NEW ALBUM

WITH WIDE RANGE OF PROMOTIONAL ACTIVITY;

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE iHEARTRADIO ALBUM RELEASE PARTY,

AND MAIN STAGE PERFORMANCE AT THIS YEAR’S NEW ORLEANS’ ESSENCE MUSIC FESTIVAL;

HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED NEW ALBUM FEATURES COLLABORATIONS WITH NICKI MINAJ, JUSTIN BIEBER, JUICY J, TY DOLLA $IGN AND MILA J;

FIRST SINGLE RIAA GOLD-CERTIFIED “NA NA” CLIMBING AT CHR/POP;

“TRIGGA” ARRIVES EVERYWHERE ON JULY 1^ST

Songbook Entertainment/Atlantic recording artist Trey Songz has announced the release of his hugely anticipated new album, “TRIGGA.” The collection – which includes the hit singles “SmartPhones,” “Foreign,” and the RIAA gold certified “Na Na” – arrives at retailers, DSP’s and streaming partners today. The R&B superstar gave fans a first listen of his sixth studio album by partnering with MTV for their global “MTV First” campaign.

TREY SONGZ GIVES FANS ACCESS TO HIS “SMARTPHONE”

TREY SONGZ GIVES FANS ACCESS TO HIS “SMARTPHONE” WITH INNOVATIVE NEW MOBILE WEB APP; EAGERLY ANTICIPATED NEW ALBUM, “TRIGGA,” ARRIVES ON JULY 1^ST

DETAILS REVEALED SATURDAY VIA TWITTER AND MASHABLE;

MOBILE WEB APP CELEBRATES R&B SUPERSTAR’S LATEST HIT, “SMARTPHONES,”

FROM HIS NEW ALBUM “TRIGGA” WITH EXCLUSIVES, EXTRAS, AND WORLD PREMIERE OF NEW VIDEO;

Atlantic recording artist Trey Songz is celebrating his sultry new single, “SmartPhones,” with a one-of-a-kind mobile web app. The GRAMMY® Award-nominated superstar unveiled the mobile app earlier today in a tweet to his 7.35 million Twitter followers (@TreySongz), with additional details then released exclusively through Mashable (http://on.mash.to/1jy2eSl). “SmartPhones” heralds Trey’s hugely anticipated new album, “TRIGGA,” which arrives everywhere on July 1^st.

TY DOLLA $IGN EMBARKS ON THE “DOLLASIGNWORLD.COM PRESENTS: THE BEACH HOUSE TOUR”

TY DOLLA $IGN EMBARKS ON THE

“DOLLASIGNWORLD.COM PRESENTS: THE BEACH HOUSE TOUR”;

HEADLINING DATES GET UNDERWAY APRIL 29^TH IN FRESNO, CA,

FOLLOWING TRIUMPHANT RUN AT SXSW 2014;

ACCLAIMED L.A.-BASED SINGER/SONGWRITER/PRODUCER SET TO PERFORM ON NBC’S THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON

SLATED FOR FRIDAY, MARCH 21^ST;

“PARANOID (FEAT. B.o.B)” CURRENTLY #4 AT URBAN RADIO WHILE CONTINUING RAPID CLIMB AT ALL RADIO FORMATS NATIONWIDE;

“BEACH HOUSE EP” AVAILABLE NOW

Atlantic recording artist Ty Dolla $ign has announced plans for his upcoming US tour. The “DollaSignWorld.com Presents: The Beach House Tour” kicks off on Tuesday, April 29^th at Strummers in Fresno, California and wrapping on May 22^nd, with his biggest hometown concert to date, headlining Los Angeles’ famed El Rey Theatre (see attached itinerary). Additional dates will be unveiled soon – for complete information, please visit www.dollasignworld.com/tour.

The 15-date tour – which marks the multi-talented LA-based artist’s first headlining tour – celebrates the recent release of Ty’s major label debut, “BEACH HOUSE EP” and its breakout hit single, “Paranoid (Feat. B.o.B).” In addition to currently being featured on iHeartRadio’s “New Music Channel,” the DJ Mustard-produced track is currently #4 at urban radio, while also proving a top 10 hit on both Billboard’s “Hot R&B Songs” and “Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs” charts. In addition, the “Paranoid” companion video – directed by Ethan Lader (Bruno Mars, Travie McCoy, B.o.B, OneRepublic) – is fast approaching 11 million views at Ty’s official YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/tydollasign.

KEVIN GATES UNLEASHES “BY ANY MEANS”

KEVIN GATES UNLEASHES “BY ANY MEANS”;

 

HUGELY ANTICIPATED MIXTAPE ARRIVES TODAY

AMIDST EXTENSIVE ONLINE ACTION;

 

BATON ROUGE-BASED MC PROVES A SENSATION

AT LAST WEEK’S SOUTH BY SOUTHWEST (SXSW) FESTIVAL;

NEW VIDEO, “ARM AND HAMMER” PREMIERES TODAY;

 

“BY ANY MEANS” AVAILABLE NOW

 

Verbal Kent Releases New Album + Free 9th Wonder Remix

Verbal Kent Releases New Album Sound of the Weapon Produced by Khrysis   Chicago MC Verbal Kent‘s new album, Sound of the Weapon, is out today. The entire record was produced by Soul Council member Khrysis (producer for Jean Grae, Evidence, Elzhi, Talib Kweli). In addition, the title track has been remixed by Grammy Award winner, 9th Wonder. The album features hard-line braggadocio, comedic flare and social awareness from the veteran MC. On top of all this kid, you get a free track. Not just any track, a 9th Wonder remix. But be sure and listen to the original version of the title track by Khrysis who holds his own alongside his mentor – in fact, you decide which version sounds best.

Larry Callahan & Selected of God Stellar Nod…New Video and Chrysler Commercial

Emmy Award-Winning Chrysler Choir

Larry Callahan & Selected of God

Receives Stellar Award Nomination

 

Callahan & Selected of God Are Featured in the New Chrysler Commercial and the Groundbreaking Music

 Video of  ‘You Are the Sunshine’ with the

Deaf Dynamic Praise Choir

 

THE RECORDING ACADEMY® AND ATLANTIC RECORDS TO RELEASE THE 2014 GRAMMY® NOMINEES ALBUM

THE RECORDING ACADEMY® AND ATLANTIC RECORDS TO RELEASE THE 2014 GRAMMY® NOMINEES ALBUM

PRE-ORDERS START DEC. 6, OFFERING FANS AN OPPORTUNITY TO ATTEND THE 56TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS®

Album Hits Stores and Digital Retailers on Jan. 21, 2014

SANTA MONICA, Calif. (Dec. 6, 2013) — The Recording Academy®’s GRAMMY Recordings® and Atlantic Records have teamed to release the 2014 GRAMMY® Nominees album, which will be available Jan. 21, 2014, in stores and via digital retailers. The 20th anniversary installment of the best-selling series will feature an array of this year’s GRAMMY-nominated artists and hit songs across multiple genres. A portion of the proceeds from sales of the album will help support the year-round efforts of the GRAMMY Foundation® and MusiCares Foundation® — two charitable organizations of The Recording Academy. In conjunction with “The GRAMMY Nominations Concert Live!! —  Countdown To Music’s Biggest Night®,” music fans can log on to GRAMMY.com, GRAMMY.com/2014GRAMMYAlbum or CBS.com to pre-order the album and enter for a chance to win a trip for two to the 56th Annual GRAMMY Awards on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2014, at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles.*

JHENÉ AIKO DEBUTS BIG!!!

JHENÉ AIKO’S SAIL OUT  EP DEBUTS #1 ON THE R&B CHARTS –

BIGGEST EP DEBUT WEEK IN DEF JAM HISTORY!!

 

25-YEAR OLD STAR CURRENTLY TOURING NORTH AMERICA WITH DRAKE

 

NEW SINGLE “THE WORST” IN PLAY EVERYWHERE NOW

 

JHENÉ SIGNED TO ARTIUM/DEF JAM BY PRODUCER NO I.D., ISLAND DEF JAM EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF A&R

 

Gyptian’s “Creative” (AP) Album Debuts #1 on Billboard Reggae Album Chart

GYPTIAN’S “CREATIVE AND COURAGEOUS” (ASSOCIATED PRESS) SEX, LOVE AND REGGAE DEBUTS AT #1 ON U.S. BILLBOARD REGGAE ALBUM CHART

 

This week, Gyptian’s brand new album Sex, Love and Reggae (Oct 29, VP Records) debuts at #1 on the Billboard Reggae Album chart and at #24 on the Billboard Heatseekers/Top New Artist Album chart.

On the heels of his Sex, Love and Reggae Tour across the United States, the Jamaican singer is elated with the news. “It is a real honor to hold the top spot in the reggae category. We worked hard on this album and it represents me to the fullest. I want to thank all my fans who support me each day to do what I do best,” proclaims Gyptian.

 

K. MICHELLE UNVEILS HUGELY ANTICIPATED HEADLINE TOUR

K. MICHELLE UNVEILS HUGELY ANTICIPATED HEADLINE TOUR;

 

BET MUSIC MATTERS PRESENTS “THE REBELLIOUS SOUL TOUR

WITH K. MICHELLE AND SPECIAL GUEST SEVYN STREETER”;

 

TOUR GETS UNDERWAY NOVEMBER 4^TH IN SAN FRANCISCO;

 

TICKETS GO ON SALE TODAY, OCTOBER 4^TH

 

 

 

(New York, NY – October 4, 2013) — Atlantic recording artist K. Michelle has announced early details of her eagerly anticipated winter headline tour. Dubbed “The Rebellious Soul Tour with K. Michelle and Special Guest Sevyn Streeter,” the US trek is presented by BET’s “Music Matters,” the network’s influential campaign highlighting the next generation of superstars. Accompanying Michelle as special guest on all dates will be her Atlantic labelmate, singer/songwriter Sevyn Streeter.

“The Rebellious Soul Tour with K. Michelle and Special Guest Sevyn Streeter,” gets underway November 4^th in San Francisco and then continues through early December (see attached itinerary). Tickets are on sale  – please check local listings for additional ticket information.

The 5Ws: Nikki Rich

Who: Nikki Rich

What: The Nikki Rich Show

Why: The Nikki Rich Show has been dominating across the globe in online-radio. The Nikki Rich Show began April of 2011 currently 1/2 Million Listeners world wide. We have achieved by continuously branding our name and “succeeding as we help build brands”.  We are constantly looking for ways to expand and bring awareness to not only signed but also unsigned artists and underground talent opportunities every day. The Nikki Rich show is your source for the hottest Interviews. Interviewing Celebrities, Entrepreneurs, local Artist, Movie and Reality TV Stars, Music Producers and Sports Athletes  Across the Globe. The Nikki Rich Show is Syndicated on College Underground Radio, Also heard on Tune In, ITunes podcast and on Youtube

Where: Based in Charlotte,NC

When: Established April 4th, 2011

JUSTIN BIEBER’S ARTIST MADISON BEER SIGNS TO ISLAND RECORDS

JUSTIN BIEBER’S ARTIST MADISON BEER SIGNS TO ISLAND RECORDS

 OFFICIAL DEBUT SINGLE “MELODIES” RELEASED ON iTUNES AND VIDEO PREMIERES AT #1 MUSIC SITE VEVO !

(Sept. 12, 2013 – New York, NY) Rising 14-year-old sensation Madison Beer, now part of the Island Records, today releases her official debut single, “Melodies.” The song is available on iTunes and its accompanying video featuring Justin Bieber debuted on preeminent music site VEVO. “Melodies” has been added to Radio Disney, and the video can be found on RadioDisney.com in conjunction with the VEVO premiere!

The Crystal Waters Interview

Tell us about your latest project Oh Mama Hey and Blow?

I have 2 songs released this year, the first is Oh Mama Hey out on Tommy Boy Records. It is a song I co wrote with DJ /Producer Chris Cox, who house music fans know him as “Thunderpuss”… We had an awesome response with the song, It went to number one on the Billboard Dance Chart within 4 weeks. The new one is “Blow” which is out on Subliminal Records. This track I co wrote with the multi talented Armand Pena, Harry Romero and Alex Alexi. These guys are hot right now …

The video is hot too please go to YouTube and check it out.

How does it feel to be back on the billboard charts?

It’s always great to be on the top of the charts lol! A lot people don’t realize that I’ve remained consistently on the charts over the last 10 years, I may not be on mainstream radio but I’m definitely still up in da club!

IGGY AZALEA TO RELEASE NEW SINGLE “CHANGE YOUR LIFE” WITH ADDITIONAL TRACKS & REMIXES ON OCT. 8th –VIDEO PREMIERES ON VEVO WORLDWIDE!

IGGY AZALEA TO RELEASE NEW SINGLE “CHANGE YOUR LIFE” WITH ADDITIONAL TRACKS & REMIXES ON OCT. 8th ON ISLAND RECORDS –VIDEO PREMIERES ON VEVO WORLDWIDE!

“WORK” VIDEO TOPS 20 MILLION VIEWS, AND IGGY IS NOMINATED AS “ARTIST TO WATCH” AT MTV VMAs !

NATIVE AUSTRALIAN IGGY TO JOIN BEYONCÉ ON THREE-WEEK AUSTRALIAN LEG OF “THE MRS. CARTER SHOW WORLD TOUR” !

(September 9, 2013 – New York, NY)  International phenom Iggy Azalea will release her new single, CHANGE YOUR LIFE, on Island Records in the U.S. on October 8th.    The new single, “Change Your Life”, featuring T.I., will be serviced to Mixshow and Rhythm radio formats, and today, the video for “Change Your Life”  premiered worldwide on #1 music destination VEVO:

DanO Set to Perform One Mic One Night Talent Showcase

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – SEPTEMBER 3, 2013 – Nigerian rapper, DanO, is scheduled to perform during the One Mic One Night Talent Showcase, on October 5th, at 7:00P.M.

The showcase, presented by Unheard Voices, will be held at the Bucky James Center, in Long Branch, NJ and also features performances by El Maroc Band, Jared, Stable, Tickey Boom Boom, Jason Rogers & A Levites Call, Mista Encore, A.R. Stlyez & Tigga.

DanO, better known by family and friends as Daniel Olukotun, or just simply Dan, is a hip-hop artist born and raised in Lagos City, Nigeria (The Kid from the Motherland).

In 2004, DanO moved to the United States and currently resides in southern New Jersey on the outskirts of Philadelphia – this is where his fan base began to develop and thanks to the internet, DanO is now becoming a recognizable new comer on the scene.

DubShot Records teams with Hip Hop Star Mighty Casey to form new project Knight Blade, first single “I Got That…” Now Available on digital retail

 DubShot Records, home of Inner Circle, Jacob Miller, Madhouse Records, Rootz Underground, Jamaicansmusic.com, and premiere digital distribution service, have formed a new “in-house” band featuring Jamaican hip hop star The Mighty Casey. The new band, Knight Blade, are releasing their debut single “I Got That…” and will have an EP release before the end of the year. The new group has been performing around the city at venues like Tammany Hall in the LES and Spike Hill in Williamsburg, BK.

The new band is a hybrid dancehall rock sound that features The Mighty Casey (White Girls BET UnCut) on vocals and keys, Christoffer Mannix Schlarb (DubShot/VP/Riot !n Paris) on bass, Ryan Payne (Ill Prezidente) on guitar, and Dave Morrison on drums. The group’s first single “I Got That…” features Trinidadian reggae star Jah Bami, and is an uptempo anthem to everyone’s favorite semi-illegal plant. Combining elements from hip hop, dancehall and roots reggae with rock and roll, the group has a distinctly unique sound that is still quite familiar. The song has already been featured on the Village Voice, The Pier, the popular music site, Hype Machine, the highly trafficked lyrics based hip hop site, Rap Genius and the prominent marijuana blog Haily Mary Jane. “I Got That…” was released on Tuesday 8/20 on iTunes and other digital music platforms.

TGT MAKE LONG AWAITED DEBUT AS “THREE KINGS” ARRIVES AT LAST

TGT MAKE LONG AWAITED DEBUT AS “THREE KINGS” ARRIVES AT LAST;

UNDISPUTED R&B SUPERGROUP CELEBRATE

WITH SUCCESSFUL TOUR AND EXCLUSIVE NATIONAL EVENTS;

NEW SINGLE, “I NEED,” IMPACTING NOW;

“THREE KINGS” AVAILABLE TODAY IN STORES & AT ALL DSPS

Atlantic recording group TGT (Tyrese, Ginuwine, Tank) has announced this week’s release of their hugely anticipated debut album. “THREE KINGS” – which features the hit singles, “Sex Never Felt Better” and “I Need” – arrives today in stores and all digital retailers.

TGT recently heralded the album’s release with this summer’s smash “Three Kings Tour,” a nationwide tour that included sold out headline dates and showstopping main stage performances at such events as New York’s Groovin In The Park, Virginia’s 46^th annual Hampton Jazz Festival, and the 2013 Essence Music Festival in New Orleans. In addition, the superstar trio hosted a series of exclusive listening parties, personally introducing “THREE KINGS” to fans in such cities as Dallas, Chicago, and Washington, DC.

THE MANY FACES OF “KEY & PEELE” RETURN FOR THIRD SEASON NEW SEASON PREMIERES ON COMEDY CENTRAL® WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 AT 10:30 P.M. ET/PT

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Guest Stars Include James Callis, Andrew Daly, David Giuntoli, Gabriel Iglesias, Colin Hanks
Natasha Leggero, Jack McBrayer, Metta World Peace, Jason Schwartzman,
Malcolm-Jamal Warner and Freddie Wong

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Sketches Include Substitute Teacher, East-West Bowl Name Derby II, Obama’s Stance on Drone Strikes
and Metta World Peace Delivers the News

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Hit Obama/Luther Web Originals Return to cc.com and COMEDY CENTRAL YouTube Channel

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NEW YORK, August 15, 2013 – COMEDY CENTRAL is bringing back the sketch-comedy duo Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele for a third season of the hit series “Key & Peele,” airing Wednesday, September 18 at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT with 13 new episodes, following “South Park.” In the new season “Key & Peele” once again offers up a hilarious look at the world utilizing the stars’ lively chemistry and smart observations. Several classic characters from the first two seasons, including Hingle McCringleberry and Ozamataz Buckshank; Karim and Jahar; Wendell and Mr. Garvey, will return along with new, entertaining personalities guaranteed to make you laugh. Fans can also tune in September 11 at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT for a special episode filmed in their Hollywood production offices, as Key and Peele look back at some of the fan’s favorite sketches from past seasons. In addition, viewers will get a sneak peek at season three. “Key & Peele” received its first Emmy® nomination for Outstanding Make-up for a Multi-Camera Series or Special (Non-Prosthetic).

JANELLE MONÁE ANNOUNCES “THE ELECTRIC LADY” TOUR

JANELLE MONÁE ANNOUNCES “THE ELECTRIC LADY” TOUR;

NORTH AMERICAN HEADLINE TREK TAKES OFF OCTOBER 13^TH

AT PHILADELPHIA’S ELECTRIC FACTORY;

NEW SINGLE “PRIMETIME (FEAT. MIGUEL)” PREMIERES TODAY;

ARTIST’S HUGELY ANTICIPATED NEW ALBUM

AVAILABLE NOW FOR PRE-ORDER;

“THE ELECTRIC LADY” ARRIVES AT LAST ON SEPTEMBER 10^TH

Bad Boy/Wondaland/Atlantic recording artist Janelle Monáe has announced plans for her upcoming North American headline tour. The dates – which celebrate the acclaimed artist’s eagerly anticipated new album, “THE ELECTRIC LADY” – get underway October 13^th at Philadelphia’s Electric Factory and then continue through late November (see attached itinerary). Additional dates extending into 2014 will be announced soon. Ticket sales begin at most venues on Friday, August 23^rd – please check local listings.

BIG SEAN DEBUTS STUNNING NEW VIDEO FOR ‘HALL OF FAME’ STANDOUT TRACK “FIRE”

BIG SEAN DEBUTS STUNNING NEW VIDEO FOR ‘HALL OF FAME’ STANDOUT TRACK “FIRE”

VIDEO STARS MILEY CYRUS, DIRECTED BY MATTHEW WILLIAMS FOR DONDA

HALL OF FAME IN STORES AUGUST 27 ON G.O.O.D. MUSIC/DEF JAM RECORDINGS

“The Detroit rapper has grown…into something way more formidable, someone who’s leveled up from quick-hitting, quotable bursts into someone who can carry the ball on his own. “Fire”, from Sean’s forthcoming Hall of Fame LP, is a vibrant, pillowy piece of Graduation-style production that finds Sean in total control of his surroundings.” – PITCHFORK

(August 2, 2013 – New York, NY)  Big Sean’s legions of fans have ignited the web for the hotly anticipated video premiere of the autobiographical “Fire,” the brand new advance track from HALL OF FAME, the Detroit rapper’s long-awaited second album, due in stores on August 27th on G.O.O.D. Music/Def Jam Recordings. Beautifully striking, haunting visuals epitomize the “Fire” video, which stars Miley Cyrus, and was directed by Matthew Williams for DONDA.

¡MAYDAY!’S BELIEVERS DEBUTS AT #73 ON BILLBOARD TOP 200

¡MAYDAY!’S BELIEVERS DEBUTS AT #73 ON BILLBOARD TOP 200

 

THE MIAMI-BASED GROUP’S SECOND STRANGE MUSIC COLLECTION FEATURES TECH N9NE ON THE APOCALYPTIC “LAST ONE STANDING”

 

¡Mayday!’s new album Believers, debuted at #73 this week on the Billboard Top 200 chart.  This album marks the group’s second release on Strange Music. The dynamic new collection from Wrekonize (rapper), Bernz (rapper) and company features the Miami-based group highlighting its multi-dimensional sound and layered lyrical approach on such selections as the aggressive, reggae-tinged “Shots Fired” and the social media meditation “Unplug.”

Turned Up & Tapped Out: Why I’m Giving Up On Black Radio That Plays Rap Music

http://mybrownbaby.com/2013/05/turned-up-tapped-out-why-im-giving-up-on-black-radio-that-plays-rap-music/

by Denene Millner

I officially give up on Black radio stations that play Hip Hop.

Seriously.

I’m over the disrespect. Finished with the blatant disregard for the audience. Totally through with their insistence on force-feeding curse-filled, misogynistic, lyrical porn through the airwaves and expecting this self-respecting, intelligent, passionate African American mother to take it to the head, sans complaint or concern.

What’s got my Victoria’s Secrets in a bunch? Last week, on my way back from dropping my kids off at school, I tuned into Atlanta’s R&B/Hip Hop station V103 to listen to one of my favorite morning show hosts, Ryan Cameron and his cast of funny, down-to-Earth co-horts (whom I can’t listen to with kids in the car) when on came a new song fresh off the New Orleans plantation that is Cash Money Records: Birdman’s “Tapout,” featuring Lil’ Wayne, Future, Mack Maine and Nicki Minaj. What I heard was so foul, so vile, so effing inappropriate, that I actually had visions of smashing my own damn radio with a sledgehammer. Witness the opening lyrics to this musical madness, courtesy of Wayne:

KING E.N.J. INFECTIOUS STRIP CLUB ANTHEM “BREAK IT DOWN” TAKING OVER CLUBS AND HOT SPOTS ACROSS THE COUNTRY RAPPER USES HIS PLATFORM TO ENCOURAGE SAFE SEX

Entrepreneur rapper, King E.N.J. has club-goers and sexy ladies dancing on tables as his strip club anthem “Break It Down” takes over clubs and hot spots across the country. The new party single, which is already invading radio and dance floors, hits the streets on March 20^th. King’s debut album,  Straight Werewolfin’, will be released in Spring, 2013 on his independent label, Werewolf Mafia Entertainment. Both the album and digital single will be available on iTunes.

Being a dynamic wordsmith, King uses his platform in the clubs and as an artist to promote safe sex and HIV/AIDS awareness in young adults.  He finds time during, and in between live performances, to promote his condom line, Werewolf King Condom. Making it clear that as he promotes a fun, easygoing lifestyle in his music, it’s necessary to be responsible in your sexual activity and business.  “Everybody goes out and parties, ain’t nothin’ wrong with doing that,” explains King, “but wrap it up,” he advises.

Billboard And Nielsen Add YouTube Views To Its Platforms; “Harlem Shake” Debuts at No. 1

Billboard And Nielsen Add YouTube Views To Its Platforms; Data Enhances Hot 100 And Other Billboard Charts To Reflect Online Video Activity

“Harlem Shake” Debuts at No. 1 on Newly Revamped Hot 100 and Streaming Songs Charts

New York, NY – February 21, 2013 – Billboard and Nielsen announced today the addition of U.S. YouTube data to its platforms, which includes an update to the methodology for the Billboard Hot 100, the preeminent singles chart. The YouTube data is now factored into the chart’s ranking, enhancing a formula that includes Nielsen’s digital download track sales and physical singles sales; as well as terrestrial radio airplay, on-demand audio streaming, and online radio streaming, also tracked by Nielsen.

Billboard is now incorporating all official videos on YouTube captured by Nielsen’s streaming measurement, including Vevo on YouTube, and user-generated clips that utilize authorized audio into the Hot 100 and the Hot 100 formula-based genre charts – Hot Country Songs, Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs, R&B Songs, Rap Songs, Hot Latin Songs, Hot Rock Songs and Dance/Electronic Songs – to further reflect the divergent platforms for music consumption in today’s world.

The 5Ws: Red Barton

Who: Red Barton is a world traveler and the Founder and Host of Carnival Live, LLC –www.carnivallive.tv

What: Carnival Live also known as Carnival Live TV (CLTV) is an interactive global portal for EVERYTHING Carnival! We bring various international and regional Carnival festivities to web viewers, and highlight the beauty, energy, and importance of culture and tradition through annual Carnival celebrations around the world. We also provide our audience an opportunity to share their Carnival experiences and lifestyles.

Through live video, pictures, other media and testimonials, we capture Carnivals in their purest form. We showcase the music, food, and get to know the locals of every place we visit! Tourism is also a major aspect of our business, so we highlight the best of everything – including hotels, restaurants, activities, shops, events, and more. Viewers get the full experience of Carnival and Carnival Live TV provides the ideal tourist experience for each country that we visit. You will also find interesting photos, the latest music, trivia challenges, relevant news, customized recommendations, the latest Carnival information, and more.

CARNIVAL LIVE TV WEBSITE LAUNCH | Carnivals & Tourism – www.carnivallive.tv

CARNIVAL LIVE TV UNVEILS NEW WEBSITE

Carnival Live TV Gives People A Look At Carnivals Worldwide And Stimulates The Economy Through Tourism

Brooklyn, NY – February 12, 2012 –After much anticipation, Carnival Live also noted as Carnival Live TV (CLTV), finally unveils its new website to the world

The 5Ws: Aiko Tanaka

WHO: Aiko Tanaka

WHAT: I Don’t Camouflage

WHY: “I Don’t Camouflage”  is an ongoing movement highlighting those who dare to stand out. It is especially for the youths who are going through identity crisis. I Don’t Camouflage has been running a video interview series featuring the personal side of creative professionals, including Pharoahe Monch, Jean Grae, Quincy Jones III, among others. Theme song of I Don’t Camouflage, featuring M1 of Dead Prez and Celia of Les Nubians, is available to listen and download on the website www.idontcamouflage.com

WHERE: www.idontcamouflage.com  youtube.com/idontcamouflage

WHEN: July 2011

BIG SEAN PREMIERES NEW SINGLE “GUAP” & ANNOUNCES DEC. 18TH RELEASE DATE FOR NEW ALBUM HALL OF FAME

FROM FINALLY FAMOUS TO THE HALL OF FAME: BIG SEAN PREMIERES NEW SINGLE “GUAP” & ANNOUNCES DEC. 18TH RELEASE DATE FOR NEW ALBUM HALL OF FAME

“GUAP” BLASTS OFF AT RADIO, UKNOWBIGSEAN.COM, AND AROUND THE WORLD – THURSDAY, OCT. 25th, 7:00 p.m. (ET) !

COUNTDOWN BEGINS TO DEC. 18th RELEASE OF HALL OF FAME, SECOND ALBUM FOR G.O.O.D. MUSIC/DEF JAM RECORDINGS

BIG SEAN ON FIRE AT RADIO WITH SMASH CRUEL SUMMER SINGLES “CLIQUE” & “MERCY,” HOT 100 MONSTER “AS LONG AS YOU LOVE ME” WITH JUSTIN BIEBER; DETROIT MIXTAPE & RED-HOT STREET RECORD “BURN”