Here's an intimate behind the scenes look at the shooting of Diddy's new Ciroc Vodka commercial featuring Kanye West's "Flashing Lights" w/ Dwele it will be airing over the next few weeks.....
I will be servicing it out WIDE later this week so please post this sooner rather than later.....
Behind the scenes of Diddy's Ciroc Vodka Commercial
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WV7k9vfyj2g
Welcome To Cheri Dennis World Webisode 1
dinsdag 18 december 2007
Diddy's 10 Tips for a New Year's to Remember
The king of celebrations, Diddy shares how to have the ultimate New Year's celebration. (Please let me know if you post this list!!
10. Your party spot has to set the tone for the night... It creates the
blueprint for the entire evening.
9. A great bartender... Bad drinks aren't sexy... Also beautiful
wait-staff are key...
8. Food should never interrupt your swagger... Small tapas or finger
foods that aren't too messy tend to work well.
7. Music should be the soundtrack to the night... It should match the
theme... It should match the flow.
6. Preserve the sexy... My oldest and truest party rule. If it's about
furs and diamonds, don't show up in jeans.
5. The right party people... Your tried-and-true friends that know how
to get your party started mixed with a few new characters to keep things
exciting... but everyone has to be sexy.
4. You need a great pair of shades... Because the best New Year's Eve
party doesn't stop until well into the New Year.
3. You need a great host... Like me... Someone who is a master in the
art of celebration.
2. Ciroc... The world's best ultra-premium vodka... Enough said.
1. It's never sexy to be sloppy... know your limits and drink
responsibly.
10. Your party spot has to set the tone for the night... It creates the
blueprint for the entire evening.
9. A great bartender... Bad drinks aren't sexy... Also beautiful
wait-staff are key...
8. Food should never interrupt your swagger... Small tapas or finger
foods that aren't too messy tend to work well.
7. Music should be the soundtrack to the night... It should match the
theme... It should match the flow.
6. Preserve the sexy... My oldest and truest party rule. If it's about
furs and diamonds, don't show up in jeans.
5. The right party people... Your tried-and-true friends that know how
to get your party started mixed with a few new characters to keep things
exciting... but everyone has to be sexy.
4. You need a great pair of shades... Because the best New Year's Eve
party doesn't stop until well into the New Year.
3. You need a great host... Like me... Someone who is a master in the
art of celebration.
2. Ciroc... The world's best ultra-premium vodka... Enough said.
1. It's never sexy to be sloppy... know your limits and drink
responsibly.
zaterdag 15 december 2007
B5 live perfemances of "Hydrolics" and "You Got Me"! (HOT!!)
These guys are amazing live....check out their stylee...Chris Brown has nothing on these guys.....
Hydrolics
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prDI_QxxggU
You Got Me
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_9Gl-H1pDw
Hydrolics
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prDI_QxxggU
You Got Me
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_9Gl-H1pDw
CIROC VODKA RANKED AMONG THE TOP THREE ULTRA PREMIUM VODKAS BY THE NEW LUXURY INSTITUTE
CIROC VODKA RANKED AMONG THE TOP THREE ULTRA PREMIUM VODKAS BY THE NEW LUXURY INSTITUTE
Survey, Conducted Among High Net Worth Consumers,
Revealed in the Wake of Sean "Diddy" Combs
Groundbreaking Strategic Alliance with Ciroc Vodka
High net-worth American consumers ranked Ciroc vodka as one of the top three premium vodkas in the 2008 Luxury Brand Status Index (LBSI) survey from the independent New York based Luxury Institute. Grey Goose and Jewel of Russia were among the other top three premium vodkas.
"I'm not surprised by the results of the survey. I could tell the first time I tasted Ciroc that it was different, that it was smooth, that it defined luxury," said Combs.
"Industry executives and consumers alike are aware of the intense competition among brands in this category," said Milton Pedraza, CEO of the Luxury Institute. "Our impartial surveys are conducted with independent panels that are weighted to reflect national results, and the results are tabulated by external analytical experts. This ensures a level of transparency and objectivity that has earned us the trust of the consumers, the industry and the media. We strive continuously to earn and reinforce the trust that allows us to facilitate a constructive dialogue between wealthy consumers and luxury brands via our ratings surveys."
In October Diageo announced a groundbreaking strategic alliance between Combs and Cîroc vodka. Ciroc is a division of Diageo, the world's leading, spirits, wine and beer company. This exclusive US multi-year collaboration, which calls for a 50/50 profit split, is a first for the spirits industry and could be worth more than $100 million for Combs.
When Diageo first approached Combs, he considered introducing his own vodka line but after looking through a portfolio of the company's brands, the self-described vodka drinker was "blown away" by Ciroc, a unique vodka infused with exclusive French grapes.
The proprietary Luxury Brand Status Index (LBSI) survey is the only measure of the prestige of leading brands among wealthy Americans. A national sample of 1,760 wealthy American consumers, with an average income of $346K and average net worth of $3.8 million, was surveyed online. Survey results are weighted to match demographic and net worth profiles of the same audience according to the latest Survey of Consumer Finances from The Federal Reserve.
Following are the 16 premium vodkas that were rated (in alphabetical order)
1. 42 Below
2. Absolut
3. Belvedere
4. Chopin
5. Ciroc
6. Grey Goose
7. Hangar One
8. Jewel of Russia
9. Ketel One
10. Level
11. Skyy 90
12. Stolichnaya elit
13. Van Gogh
14. Vox
15. Wyborowa
ABOUT CÎROC
Cîroc is made from exclusive grapes that are harvested late in the season when temperatures are colder, distilled five times and cold fermented, providing a crisp, clean taste and citrus nose. Cîroc was launched in Chicago , New York , Atlanta , Los Angeles , San Francisco and Miami in March 2003 and nationwide that September. Cîroc, 40% Alc./Vol. (80 proof) is imported by Diageo.
For more information on Cîroc, please visit www.Ciroc.com
ABOUT THE LUXURY INSTITUTE
The Luxury Institute is the uniquely independent and impartial ratings, reviews and research institution that is the trusted and respected voice of the high net-worth consumer. The Institute provides a portfolio of proprietary publications and research that guides and educates high net-worth individuals and the companies that cater to them on leading edge trends, high net-worth consumer rankings and ratings of luxury brands, and best practices.
For more information on The Luxury Institute, please visit www.luxuryinstitute.com
Survey, Conducted Among High Net Worth Consumers,
Revealed in the Wake of Sean "Diddy" Combs
Groundbreaking Strategic Alliance with Ciroc Vodka
High net-worth American consumers ranked Ciroc vodka as one of the top three premium vodkas in the 2008 Luxury Brand Status Index (LBSI) survey from the independent New York based Luxury Institute. Grey Goose and Jewel of Russia were among the other top three premium vodkas.
"I'm not surprised by the results of the survey. I could tell the first time I tasted Ciroc that it was different, that it was smooth, that it defined luxury," said Combs.
"Industry executives and consumers alike are aware of the intense competition among brands in this category," said Milton Pedraza, CEO of the Luxury Institute. "Our impartial surveys are conducted with independent panels that are weighted to reflect national results, and the results are tabulated by external analytical experts. This ensures a level of transparency and objectivity that has earned us the trust of the consumers, the industry and the media. We strive continuously to earn and reinforce the trust that allows us to facilitate a constructive dialogue between wealthy consumers and luxury brands via our ratings surveys."
In October Diageo announced a groundbreaking strategic alliance between Combs and Cîroc vodka. Ciroc is a division of Diageo, the world's leading, spirits, wine and beer company. This exclusive US multi-year collaboration, which calls for a 50/50 profit split, is a first for the spirits industry and could be worth more than $100 million for Combs.
When Diageo first approached Combs, he considered introducing his own vodka line but after looking through a portfolio of the company's brands, the self-described vodka drinker was "blown away" by Ciroc, a unique vodka infused with exclusive French grapes.
The proprietary Luxury Brand Status Index (LBSI) survey is the only measure of the prestige of leading brands among wealthy Americans. A national sample of 1,760 wealthy American consumers, with an average income of $346K and average net worth of $3.8 million, was surveyed online. Survey results are weighted to match demographic and net worth profiles of the same audience according to the latest Survey of Consumer Finances from The Federal Reserve.
Following are the 16 premium vodkas that were rated (in alphabetical order)
1. 42 Below
2. Absolut
3. Belvedere
4. Chopin
5. Ciroc
6. Grey Goose
7. Hangar One
8. Jewel of Russia
9. Ketel One
10. Level
11. Skyy 90
12. Stolichnaya elit
13. Van Gogh
14. Vox
15. Wyborowa
ABOUT CÎROC
Cîroc is made from exclusive grapes that are harvested late in the season when temperatures are colder, distilled five times and cold fermented, providing a crisp, clean taste and citrus nose. Cîroc was launched in Chicago , New York , Atlanta , Los Angeles , San Francisco and Miami in March 2003 and nationwide that September. Cîroc, 40% Alc./Vol. (80 proof) is imported by Diageo.
For more information on Cîroc, please visit www.Ciroc.com
ABOUT THE LUXURY INSTITUTE
The Luxury Institute is the uniquely independent and impartial ratings, reviews and research institution that is the trusted and respected voice of the high net-worth consumer. The Institute provides a portfolio of proprietary publications and research that guides and educates high net-worth individuals and the companies that cater to them on leading edge trends, high net-worth consumer rankings and ratings of luxury brands, and best practices.
For more information on The Luxury Institute, please visit www.luxuryinstitute.com
donderdag 6 december 2007
SEAN "DIDDY" COMBS STARRING IN CNBC'S NEW AMERICAN BUSINESS CAMPAIGN AIRING NOW
WATCH THE CLIP @ http://www.cnbc.com/id/19350718
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SEAN "DIDDY" COMBS STARRING IN CNBC'S NEW AMERICAN BUSINESS CAMPAIGN AIRING NOW
Campaign pays tribute to America's most dynamic and successful individuals in business
New York, N.Y. (December 3rd 2007) - SEAN COMBS, the CEO and founder of Bad Boy Worldwide Entertainment Group (Sean Combs Enterprises) is starring as the new face of CNBC's American Business campaign airing now on CNBC.
The campaign pays tribute to America's most dynamic, successful individuals as they share their stories of success in business and failure in the pursuit of excellence, their management style and their hopes for tomorrow.
Sean "Diddy" Combs, now a multifaceted entertainment powerhouse, built his businesses from the ground up and has since been declared "one of the Most Influential Businessmen in the World" by TIME Magazine and CNN. "My whole portfolio brand represents aspiration. I came from Harlem, New York," he said in the spot, "it's about wanting the better things in life. I want to make history all the time."
"I'm honored to be included in this group of America's chief executives and top business leaders. I've worked very hard to get where I am today and the testimonial showcases my philosophy on business," said Combs.
"When I started Sean John there was a young male consumer that no one was speaking to. He wanted more fashion, more style, more flavor," said Combs in the ad, which was made by CNBC's internal marketing team. Each of the fifteen spots from America's top chief executives and business leaders ends by saying: "I am American business. I watch CNBC."
At just 38, Combs oversees one of the world's preeminent urban entertainment companies, encompassing a broad range of businesses including Bad Boy Recording, music publishing, artist management, television and film production, Sean John, Unforgivable Women and just recently Ciroc vodka.
Sean Combs is the new Brand Manager for Ciroc Vodka. Ciroc is a division of Diageo, the world's leading, spirits, wine and beer company. Last month Diageo announced a groundbreaking strategic alliance between Combs and Cîroc vodka. Under the terms of the deal, Combs and Sean Combs Enterprises will take the lead on all brand management decisions for Cîroc, while sharing in the future profits of the growth of the brand. This exclusive US multi-year collaboration, which calls for a 50/50 profit split, is a first for the spirits industry and could be worth more than $100 million for Combs. As part of the new alliance, Combs will take the lead on brand management decisions, including marketing, advertising, public relations, product placement and events.
Other chief executives included in CNBC's American business campaign include Sumner Redstone, CEO Viacom; Boone Pickens, CEO BP Capital; Herb Kelleher, Co-Founder Southwest Airlines; Bob Johnson, CEO, The RLJ Companies, Founder BET; Trip Hawkins, CEO Digital Chocolate, Founder Electronic Arts; Jack Welch Former CEO GE; Mel Karmazin, CEO Sirius Radio; Steve Sabol, President NFL Films; Jeff Grady, CEO, Founder Digital Lifestyle Outfitters; Julie Aigner-Clark, Founder, The Baby Einstein Co.; Tony Hsieh, CEO Zappos.com; Gavin Maloof, Co-owner Sacramento Kings, Palms Casino; Barbara Kavovit, Founder Barbara K Enterprises; Chris Gardner, CEO Gardner Rich, Author The Pursuit of Happyness; Kevin Plank, CEO, Founder Under Armour.
The CNBC American business ads can be seen on CNBC and online at http://www.cnbc.com/id/19350718
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SEAN "DIDDY" COMBS STARRING IN CNBC'S NEW AMERICAN BUSINESS CAMPAIGN AIRING NOW
Campaign pays tribute to America's most dynamic and successful individuals in business
New York, N.Y. (December 3rd 2007) - SEAN COMBS, the CEO and founder of Bad Boy Worldwide Entertainment Group (Sean Combs Enterprises) is starring as the new face of CNBC's American Business campaign airing now on CNBC.
The campaign pays tribute to America's most dynamic, successful individuals as they share their stories of success in business and failure in the pursuit of excellence, their management style and their hopes for tomorrow.
Sean "Diddy" Combs, now a multifaceted entertainment powerhouse, built his businesses from the ground up and has since been declared "one of the Most Influential Businessmen in the World" by TIME Magazine and CNN. "My whole portfolio brand represents aspiration. I came from Harlem, New York," he said in the spot, "it's about wanting the better things in life. I want to make history all the time."
"I'm honored to be included in this group of America's chief executives and top business leaders. I've worked very hard to get where I am today and the testimonial showcases my philosophy on business," said Combs.
"When I started Sean John there was a young male consumer that no one was speaking to. He wanted more fashion, more style, more flavor," said Combs in the ad, which was made by CNBC's internal marketing team. Each of the fifteen spots from America's top chief executives and business leaders ends by saying: "I am American business. I watch CNBC."
At just 38, Combs oversees one of the world's preeminent urban entertainment companies, encompassing a broad range of businesses including Bad Boy Recording, music publishing, artist management, television and film production, Sean John, Unforgivable Women and just recently Ciroc vodka.
Sean Combs is the new Brand Manager for Ciroc Vodka. Ciroc is a division of Diageo, the world's leading, spirits, wine and beer company. Last month Diageo announced a groundbreaking strategic alliance between Combs and Cîroc vodka. Under the terms of the deal, Combs and Sean Combs Enterprises will take the lead on all brand management decisions for Cîroc, while sharing in the future profits of the growth of the brand. This exclusive US multi-year collaboration, which calls for a 50/50 profit split, is a first for the spirits industry and could be worth more than $100 million for Combs. As part of the new alliance, Combs will take the lead on brand management decisions, including marketing, advertising, public relations, product placement and events.
Other chief executives included in CNBC's American business campaign include Sumner Redstone, CEO Viacom; Boone Pickens, CEO BP Capital; Herb Kelleher, Co-Founder Southwest Airlines; Bob Johnson, CEO, The RLJ Companies, Founder BET; Trip Hawkins, CEO Digital Chocolate, Founder Electronic Arts; Jack Welch Former CEO GE; Mel Karmazin, CEO Sirius Radio; Steve Sabol, President NFL Films; Jeff Grady, CEO, Founder Digital Lifestyle Outfitters; Julie Aigner-Clark, Founder, The Baby Einstein Co.; Tony Hsieh, CEO Zappos.com; Gavin Maloof, Co-owner Sacramento Kings, Palms Casino; Barbara Kavovit, Founder Barbara K Enterprises; Chris Gardner, CEO Gardner Rich, Author The Pursuit of Happyness; Kevin Plank, CEO, Founder Under Armour.
The CNBC American business ads can be seen on CNBC and online at http://www.cnbc.com/id/19350718
Cheri Dennis has launched a series of Webisodes
Cheri Dennis has launched a series of Webisodes titled "Welcome To Cheri's World" be sure to subscribe to the channel or check back to Cheri's Youtube channel or Official (www.cheridennisonline.com) website weekly to find the latest in this multi part series!!
Cheri Dennis, Welcome To Cheri's World Episode 1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wm2R2D4Xfec
Cheri Dennis' Portrait of Love FT Gorilla Zoe and Yung Joc (Video)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W891Peg6lqA
iTunes Buy Link
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?id=267674869&s=143441
Cheri Dennis, Welcome To Cheri's World Episode 1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wm2R2D4Xfec
Cheri Dennis' Portrait of Love FT Gorilla Zoe and Yung Joc (Video)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W891Peg6lqA
iTunes Buy Link
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?id=267674869&s=143441
woensdag 21 november 2007
Boyz N Da Hood "Table Dance" FT T-Pain
Here is the next single from Boyz N Da Hood's album Back Up N Da Chevy "Table Dance"Ft. T Pain
Boyz N Da Hood "Table Dance" FT T-Pain
Real:
http://streamos.atlrec.com/real/atlantic/boyzndahood/audio/table_dance/table_dance_m.ram
Win:http://streamos.atlrec.com/wmedia/atlantic/boyzndahood/audio/table_dance/table_dance_m.wax
Boyz N Da Hood "Table Dance" FT T-Pain
Real:
http://streamos.atlrec.com/real/atlantic/boyzndahood/audio/table_dance/table_dance_m.ram
Win:http://streamos.atlrec.com/wmedia/atlantic/boyzndahood/audio/table_dance/table_dance_m.wax
Elephant Man's Lets Get Physical
Elephant Man's Lets Get Physical in Stores 1.29.08 !!
Please let me know if you would like to interview Elephant Man over the next couple of weeks!!!!
Elephant Man's "Jump" w/Swizz Beatz
Real:
http://streamos.atlrec.com/real/atlantic/elephantman/jump/jump_main.ram
Win:
http://streamos.atlrec.com/wmedia/atlantic/elephantman/jump/jump_main.wax
Please let me know if you would like to interview Elephant Man over the next couple of weeks!!!!
Elephant Man's "Jump" w/Swizz Beatz
Real:
http://streamos.atlrec.com/real/atlantic/elephantman/jump/jump_main.ram
Win:
http://streamos.atlrec.com/wmedia/atlantic/elephantman/jump/jump_main.wax
maandag 12 november 2007
B5 second single
Here is the second single from their critically acclaimed sophomore album "Don't Talk, Just Listen"
In My Bedroom
Real:
http://streamos.atlrec.com/real/atlantic/b5/audio/in_my_bedroom__main.ram
Win:
http://streamos.atlrec.com/wmedia/atlantic/b5/audio/in_my_bedroom__main.wax
zaterdag 10 november 2007
Boyz N Da Hood "Table Dance"
Here is the latest single from Boyz N da Hood's critically acclaimed album Back Up N da Chevy...
Boyz N Da Hood "Table Dance"
Real:
http://streamos.atlrec.com/real/atlantic/boyzndahood/audio/table_dance/table_dance_m.ram
Win:
http://streamos.atlrec.com/wmedia/atlantic/boyzndahood/audio/table_dance/table_dance_m.wax
vrijdag 9 november 2007
Cheri's BACK!!!
"Remind You"
Single Of The Week Download Link
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?id=267901533&s=143441
In And Out Of Love- Track listing :Exclusively on Itunes 11.13
IN AND OUT OF LOVE
Tracklisting
1. INTRO
2. I LOVE YOU feat JIM JONES & YUNG JOC
3. PORTRAIT OF LOVE feat YUNG JOC & GORILLA ZOE
4. REMIND YOU
5. ALL I WANNA DO
6. ALRIGHT
7. IN AND OUT OF LOVE (INTERLUDE)
8. DROPPING OUT OF LOVE
9. PRETEND
10. SPACED OUT
11. ACT LIKE YOU KNOW
12. SHOWDOWN
13. OOH OOH
14. FINALLY MADE IT (INTERLUDE)
15. CAUGHT UP
16. WAITING
Cheri Dennis
ACCLAIMED R&B SINGER CHERI DENNIS'S EAGERLY AWAITED DEBUT ALBUM RECEIVES EXCLUSIVE DIGITAL RELEASE ON iTUNES;
"IN AND OUT OF LOVE" GOES ON SALE ON NOVEMBER 13TH,
THREE MONTHS BEFORE ITS FEBRUARY 2008 PHYSICAL STREET DATE;
"REMIND YOU" IS iTUNES' CURRENT "SINGLE OF THE WEEK,"
WITH "PORTRAIT OF LOVE (FEAT. YUNG JOC AND GORILLA ZOE)"
SLATED TO IMPACT AT RADIO IN EARLY DECEMBER
Bad Boy recording artist Cheri Dennis has unveiled details of her eagerly awaited debut album, "IN AND OUT OF LOVE." The collection - which includes last year's breakthrough single, "I Love You" - will be released digitally on the iTunes Store (www.itunes.com) on Tuesday, November 13th - a full three months before its physical release hits stores on February 26th, 2008. "IN AND OUT OF LOVE" marks the first-ever major label R&B album to receive a three month digital exclusive release via iTunes.
iTunes' exclusive release of "IN AND OUT OF LOVE" is heralded by the selection of the Rodney Jerkins-produced album track, "Remind You," as the iTunes Store's "Single of the Week," beginning Tuesday, November 6th.
"I am extremely happy and proud of the Cheri Dennis album," says Harve Pierre, President of Bad Boy Entertainment and Co-Executive Producer of "IN AND OUT OF LOVE." "It's been a long time coming and the timing couldn't be better with this enormous iTunes promotion. Cheri will finally have the visibility that she needs and be recognized as an incredible soul singer."
A major-market promotional tour will follow the album's release, with Cheri scheduled for a whirlwind of radio and press appearances across the country through December.
Along with the aforementioned tracks, "IN AND OUT OF LOVE" is highlighted by the much-anticipated new single, "Portrait of Love (Feat. Yung Joc and Gorilla Zoe)." The track - produced by Soul Diggaz (Beyoncé, Mary J Blige, Britney Spears) - will impact at multi-format radio outlets nationwide on December 3rd, with the just-completed companion video - directed by Petro (Rufus Wainwright, Kelly Clarkson) - slated to hit the iTunes Store and all major video outlets the week of November 20th.
With her striking looks and knock-you-out vocals, Dennis was discovered and immediately signed in New York by Bad Boy founder and CEO Sean "Diddy" Combs himself after impressing him with an impromptu live performance. Cheri's first single, "I Love You" - produced by Ryan Leslie (Beyoncé, Snoop Dogg, Cassie, JoJo) - proved one of 2006's most popular R&B releases, reaching the Top 40 on Billboard's "Hot R&B/Hip Hop Singles & Tracks" chart.
Dennis followed that out-of-the-box success with "Ooh La La," which was featured as the theme song to MTV's smash series, Making The Band 3. In addition, Cheri has appeared on a wide range of albums from such superstars as Diddy, Danity Kane, Faith Evans, Ma$e, and Yung Joc, all the while continuing work on her Bad Boy debut album.
Close to two years in the making, "IN AND OUT OF LOVE" sees Cheri Dennis revealing herself to be much more than just a powerhouse vocalist. The singer co-wrote many of the album's songs, working in collaboration with some top studio superstars, including Timbaland (Justin Timberlake, M.I.A., Kanye West), Mario Winans (Diddy, Whitney Houston, The Notorious B.I.G.), and others.
"Remind You"
Single Of The Week Download Link
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?id=267901533&s=143441
"Portrait of Love":Ft Yung Joc and Gorilla Zoe
Real:
http://streamos.atlrec.com/real/atlantic/cheridennis/portrait_of_love.ram
Win:
http://streamos.atlrec.com/wmedia/atlantic/cheridennis/portrait_of_love.wax
Elephant Man's Dancehall Gym series
This is the first installment of Elephant Man's Dancehall Gym series......Let me say, this is easily one of the funniest Viral video campaigns I have been a part of in along time....Check it out for yourself...Elephant Man's Lets Get Physical In stores January 29th..
Elephant Man's Danchall Gym Webisode #1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79K8MrZwHXI
Elephant Man's Danchall Gym Webisode #1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79K8MrZwHXI
Combs, Diageo Announce Groundbreaking Strategic Alliance , 50/50
Diageo, the world's leading, spirits, wine and beer company, today announced a groundbreaking strategic alliance between Sean "Diddy" Combs and Ciroc vodka. Under the terms of the deal, Combs and Sean Combs Enterprises will take the lead on all brand management decisions for Ciroc, while sharing in the future profits of the growth of the brand. This exclusive US multi-year collaboration, which calls for a 50/50 profit split, is a first for the spirits industry and could be worth more than $100 million for Combs.
"Sean Combs has a proven track record of developing high-end brands and we expect his alliance with Ciroc to follow suit," said Debra Kelly-Ennis,
Chief Marketing Officer, Diageo North America . "We are confident that Sean and his team are the right partners to further enhance the luxury profile of Ciroc."
As part of the new alliance, Combs will take the lead on brand
management decisions, including marketing, advertising, public relations, product placement and events.The groundbreaking alliance with Ciroc, one of the world's only vodkas made from grapes, will focus on the "art of celebration," a concept Combs embodies and cultivates both personally and professionally as a lifestyle and entertainment icon. A major component of the initiative will be the commitment to promoting responsible decision-making when it comes to drinking.
"It is an honor and a privilege for me to partner with Diageo on this venture," said Combs. "I pride myself on the company I keep and will only work with the best. My extensive track record as a brand builder ranges from cultivating music careers and creating a lifestyle fashion brand, to launching two signature fragrances and producing a hit television show --all of which have given me the necessary skills needed to establish aluxury brand. I am confident that this alliance with Ciroc will be a success."
ABOUT SEAN COMBS
SEAN COMBS, the CEO and founder of Bad Boy Worldwide Entertainment Group is a multifaceted entertainment powerhouse. Sean "Diddy" Combs was declared "One of the Most Influential Businessmen in the World" by TIME Magazine and CNN. Combs, 37, oversees one of the world's preeminent urban entertainment companies, encompassing a broad range of businesses including recording, music publishing, artist management, television and film production, recording facility, apparel and fragrance.
ABOUT DIAGEO
Diageo (Dee-AH-Gee-O) is the world's leading premium drinks business with an outstanding collection of beverage alcohol brands across spirits, wines, and beer categories. These brands include Johnnie Walker, Guinness, Smirnoff, J&B, Baileys, Cuervo, Tanqueray, Captain Morgan, Crown Royal, Beaulieu Vineyard and Sterling Vineyards wines.
Diageo is a global company, trading in more than 180 countries around the world. The company is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (DEO)and the London Stock Exchange (DGE).
For more information about Diageo, its people, brands, and performance, visit us at http://www.diageo.com Celebrating life, every day, everywhere, responsibly.
ABOUT CIROC
Ciroc is made from exclusive grapes that are harvested late in the season when temperatures are colder, distilled five times and cold fermented, providing a crisp, clean taste and citrus nose. Ciroc was launched in Chicago , New York , Atlanta , Los Angeles , San Francisco and Miami in March 2003 and nationwide that September. Ciroc, 40% Alc./Vol. (80 proof) is imported by Diageo.
For more information on Ciroc, please visit
http://www.Cirocvodka.com/ http://www.Cirocvodka.com
woensdag 3 oktober 2007
Making the Band 4 "Exclusive" Live Performance video
Today we released Making The Band 4's first single "Exclusive" (No Excuses).
Here is the live performance of the track from the finale show.
Making The Band 4 "Exclusive" (No Excuses) (Live VIDEO)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbmEQTau4ss
To find the track on ITUNES, consumers can search for "MTB4BADBOY" or go directly to:
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?playlistId=264608243&s=143441&i=264608272
zondag 30 september 2007
"We Ridin'"Boyz N Da Hood
Boyz N Da Hood
Back Up N Da Chevy in stores 10.2.07 (Next Tuesday)
"We Ridin'" (Web only video)
http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1155362701
vrijdag 28 september 2007
P.Diddy Challenges J.Lo, Britany Spears, Mariah Carey,Gwen Stefan i, and Sarah Jessica Parker's fragrances!!
P.Diddy's swagger has reached a new level as he has challeneged famous female fragrance frontwomen, Jennifer Lopez,Britany Spears,Mariah Carey, Gwen Stefani,and Sarah Jessica Parker claiming "My fragrance is better than yours in a recent webisode!"
He goes on to say:
"I invite them to come out and meet me on fifth avenue... we will do a blind smell test and find out which smells better...
The winner pays for the shopping spree! I am a man and I know how a woman should smell....
P. Diddy's Unforgivable Woman's Challenge webisodes
http://myspacetv.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=18639741
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHzWOh6vqIQ
Here is Access Hollywoods take on the controversy....
http://video.accesshollywood.com/player/?id=160721
He goes on to say:
"I invite them to come out and meet me on fifth avenue... we will do a blind smell test and find out which smells better...
The winner pays for the shopping spree! I am a man and I know how a woman should smell....
P. Diddy's Unforgivable Woman's Challenge webisodes
http://myspacetv.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=18639741
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHzWOh6vqIQ
Here is Access Hollywoods take on the controversy....
http://video.accesshollywood.com/player/?id=160721
BAD BOY UNVEILS DEBUT SINGLE FROM MAKING THE BAND 4
BAD BOY UNVEILS DEBUT SINGLE FROM MAKING THE BAND 4;
"EXCLUSIVE (NO EXCUSES)" FEATURES ALL SIX FINALISTS
SHOWCASED ON MTV'S SMASH REALITY SERIES;
BRYAN MICHAEL COX-PRODUCED TRACK GOES ON SALE
AT ALL DIGITAL OUTLETS NEXT TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2ND
Bad Boy Records has announced the upcoming release of "Exclusive (No Excuses)," the eagerly anticipated debut single from the finalists featured on the hit MTV series, Making The Band 4. The track - produced by multiple Grammy Award-winner Bryan Michael Cox (Usher, Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey) - will be available at all digital services beginning next Tuesday, October 2nd.
"Exclusive (No Excuses)" introduces Brian Andrews, Mike McCluney, Qwanell Mosley (aka "Q"), Robert Curry, and Willie Taylor - the five talented performers chosen by Bad Boy CEO Diddy and MTV viewers around the world on the blockbuster Making The Band 4 finale last month. The single also includes the live ballad version of "Exclusive (No Excuses)," performed by the as-yet-unnamed quintet and additional MTB4 finalist Donnie Klang on the series' final episode. The gifted young Klang did not make the new group's final line-up, but was offered a surprise solo contract by Diddy, stunning and delighting MTB4 fans everywhere. All six finalists are currently in the studio, hard at work on debut albums scheduled for release in 2008.
MTV's live season finale of Making The Band 4 proved to be one of the summer's biggest successes, reaching over 5.1 million viewers upon its initial broadcast on Sunday, August 26th. The show was the most watched telecast for the night across all of television, even surpassing the broadcast networks. In addition, the entire season of Making The Band 4 was MTV.com's top show on Sundays and Mondays, as viewers went online to check out the exclusive "After Show," read recaps, see special photo slideshows, and more. The day following the live finale event, MTV.com logged nearly 1 million streams of the Making The Band 4 broadcast.
Making the Band 4
Exclusive (No Excuses)
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Exclusive (No Excuses)
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donderdag 27 september 2007
Gorilla Zoe block party Friday September 28!
BLOCK ENT. GIVES BACK TO THE COMMUNITY;
"WELCOME TO THE ZOO" BLOCK PARTY SET FOR
FRIDAY AFTERNOON IN ATLANTA
Block Ent., based in Atlanta and home to some of today's hottest hip-hop stars including Gorilla Zoe, Yung Joc and Boyz N Da Hood, and also responsible for introducing the world to Young Jeezy, Ciara, and Rock Ross, will join Greg Street and V103 FM to host a very special block party tomorrow, Friday, September 28 at the Athlete's Foot store (564 Lee Street) in Atlanta. The "Welcome To The Zoo" block party will take place tomorrow from 3PM to 6PM, where barbers will be on-site offering free haircuts to the first 103 people in line. Grill Kings will also provide free meals.
In addition, Block Ent./Bad Boy South recording artist Gorilla Zoe will hold an autograph signing at Athlete's Foot. The celebration comes as Gorilla Zoe released his debut album, "WELCOME TO THE ZOO," earlier this week. Joining Gorilla Zoe at the event will be label mates Yung Joc, Boyz N Da Hood, and Block Ent. founder, Russell "Block" Spencer.
"As part of the Atlanta community, we like to give back as much as possible," said Spencer. "I couldn't think of a better time than now to have an event like this, celebrating the community and our artists all at once."
For more information, please see the attached flyer.
http://www.myspace.com/gorillazoe96
http://www.block-ent.com
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER
dinsdag 25 september 2007
the video that explains it all Yung Joc's "HUSTLENOMICS"
the video that explains it all Yung Joc's "HUSTLENOMICS"
zaterdag 22 september 2007
b5's sophomore Cd "don't talk, just listen"
b5's sophomore Cd "don't talk, just listen"
in stores today
First Single "Hydrolics," Is "Most Downloaded" on YouTube.com
with more than 940,000 views
Group to perform "Hydrolics" this week on BET's 106 & Park with Bow Wow
New York, NY - September 11, 2007 - Sean "P. Diddy" Combs' B5 have announced the release today of their highly anticipated sophomore CD, "Don't Talk, Just Listen." The follow-up to their 2005 self-titled debut, the CD features tracks with more mature subject matter while not losing sight of the group's teen roots. "Hydrolics," the high-energy first single from the set, features Bow Wow and is heading into the top 20 on Billboard's Top R&B Airplay Chart, while the accompanying video clip has become a phenomenon on the Internet with more than 940,000 views on YouTube.com and 1.7 million myspace views. The video was "Most Downloaded" on YouTube.com in its first week.
The B5 Dance Contest on YouTube.com has been creating further excitement on the Internet for B5, along with their being chosen as a nominee for the AOL "Breakers" Campaign. Voting for AOL Breakers ends this month.
On "Don't Talk, Just Listen," B5 try their hand at songwriting on a few tracks, with the help of super-producers such as Bryan Michael Cox, Mario Winans, Soul Diggas, Danja, Blaze, The Underdogs, Insomoniax, and Mischke. The CD is executive produced by Sean "P. Diddy" Combs, Kevin Wales, and Harve Pierre.
B5's 2005 self-titled debut CD made an impressive debut at #19 in its first week of release on the Billboard 200 and also entered at #11 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. The debut gave us the hit singles "All I Do" and "U Got Me," which peaked at Radio Disney at #9 and hung on the BET "106 & Park" Top 10 for weeks!
The Atlanta-based Breeding brothers - Dustin, Kelly, Patrick, Carnell, and Bryan Breeding - merge the old school flair, finesse, and energy of the Jackson Five with the modern day pop appeal of N'Sync. Ranging in age from 13 to 19, B5 are known for their flawless harmonies and high-energy stage shows - complete with tight choreography and acrobatics. Further expanding their fanbase in 2006, B5 appeared on the 4x platinum "High School Musical" soundtrack with the song "Get'cha Head in The Game." "Get'cha Head in The Game" went from #100 to #23 on the Billboard Hot 100 in its second week of release.
B5 spent this summer traveling across the country on a 30-city bus tour sponsored by the Russ Parr Morning show and packed the house in every city. The tour also featured Young Berg and Huey.
Look for B5 on BET's "106 & Park" this week performing "Hydrolics" with Bow Wow.
in stores today
First Single "Hydrolics," Is "Most Downloaded" on YouTube.com
with more than 940,000 views
Group to perform "Hydrolics" this week on BET's 106 & Park with Bow Wow
New York, NY - September 11, 2007 - Sean "P. Diddy" Combs' B5 have announced the release today of their highly anticipated sophomore CD, "Don't Talk, Just Listen." The follow-up to their 2005 self-titled debut, the CD features tracks with more mature subject matter while not losing sight of the group's teen roots. "Hydrolics," the high-energy first single from the set, features Bow Wow and is heading into the top 20 on Billboard's Top R&B Airplay Chart, while the accompanying video clip has become a phenomenon on the Internet with more than 940,000 views on YouTube.com and 1.7 million myspace views. The video was "Most Downloaded" on YouTube.com in its first week.
The B5 Dance Contest on YouTube.com has been creating further excitement on the Internet for B5, along with their being chosen as a nominee for the AOL "Breakers" Campaign. Voting for AOL Breakers ends this month.
On "Don't Talk, Just Listen," B5 try their hand at songwriting on a few tracks, with the help of super-producers such as Bryan Michael Cox, Mario Winans, Soul Diggas, Danja, Blaze, The Underdogs, Insomoniax, and Mischke. The CD is executive produced by Sean "P. Diddy" Combs, Kevin Wales, and Harve Pierre.
B5's 2005 self-titled debut CD made an impressive debut at #19 in its first week of release on the Billboard 200 and also entered at #11 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. The debut gave us the hit singles "All I Do" and "U Got Me," which peaked at Radio Disney at #9 and hung on the BET "106 & Park" Top 10 for weeks!
The Atlanta-based Breeding brothers - Dustin, Kelly, Patrick, Carnell, and Bryan Breeding - merge the old school flair, finesse, and energy of the Jackson Five with the modern day pop appeal of N'Sync. Ranging in age from 13 to 19, B5 are known for their flawless harmonies and high-energy stage shows - complete with tight choreography and acrobatics. Further expanding their fanbase in 2006, B5 appeared on the 4x platinum "High School Musical" soundtrack with the song "Get'cha Head in The Game." "Get'cha Head in The Game" went from #100 to #23 on the Billboard Hot 100 in its second week of release.
B5 spent this summer traveling across the country on a 30-city bus tour sponsored by the Russ Parr Morning show and packed the house in every city. The tour also featured Young Berg and Huey.
Look for B5 on BET's "106 & Park" this week performing "Hydrolics" with Bow Wow.
web exclusive video Boyz N Da Hood
This is a web exclusive video that is part of a series of 3 web only videos the other two videos will be released over the next couple of weeks....
Boyz N Da Hood "Back Up N da Chevy in stores 10.2.07
Gorilla Zoe Welcome To the Zoo Instores 9.25.07
"We Ready" ft Yung Jochttp://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1155399772
Back Up N Da Chevy Track Listing
1.Everybody Know Me
2. Bite Down
3.Say What's On Your Mind
4. Nothing Is Promised feat. Yung Joc
5. We Ready ft. Yung Joc
6. Choppa's feat. Ice Cube
7. Block Boyz feat. T-Rok, Alfa Mega, Yung Joc, & Durty
8. Jump
9. We Ridin'
10. Paper feat. Rick Ross
11. Back Up N Da Chevy
12. Table Dance feat. T-Pain
13. We Thuggin'
14. No Haters Allowed
newly launched Block Entertainment Website
You can catch the premiere of Yung Joc's web only music video "Hustlenomics" (the video)on the newly launched Block Entertainment Website!!! In this video Yung Joc breaks down the true meaning of Hustlenomics...check it out!!!
www.block-ent.com
www.block-ent.com
GORILLA ZOE DECLARES "ZOO" TIME
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SEPTEMBER 21, 2007
GORILLA ZOE DECLARES "ZOO" TIME;
ATL RAPPER OPENS THE CAGE AND SETS DEBUT ALBUM FREE;
COLLECTION FEATURES HIT SINGLE, "HOOD FIGGA";
STAR-STUDDED ROSTER OF SPECIAL GUESTS INCLUDES
YUNG JOC, DANITY KANE'S D. WOODS, BOYZ N DA HOOD;
"WELCOME TO THE ZOO" UNLEASHED ON SEPTEMBER 25TH
Block Entertainment/Bad Boy South recording artist Gorilla Zoe has announced details of his upcoming new album, "WELCOME TO THE ZOO." The ATL-based rapper's eagerly awaited debut collection - which features the banging hit single, "Hood Figga" - lands in stores and online on September 25th.
Zoe is quickly marking himself as one of the hottest, most original new voices in hip-hop, via his featured role on Block Entertainment/Bad Boy South labelmate Yung Joc's current hit single, "Coffee Shop," as well as by his recent membership in superstar rap combo Boyz N Da Hood (whose highly anticipated second album, "BACK UP N DA CHEVY," drops on October 2nd). He is also featured on "Bottle Poppin'," the latest single from Yung Joc's top-charting second album, "HUSTLENOMICS," which has just arrived at multi-format radio outlets across the country.
"I've been in the game for a while," says CEO of Block Entertainment, Russell "Block" Spencer. "I knew Zoe had the talent and ability to bring the Block Entertainment Movement to the next level."
"WELCOME TO THE ZOO" confirms Zoe's status as a major artist in his own right, chronicling the rapper's life experiences in Atlanta's concrete jungle. The album sees Zoe joined by such major-league special guests as Yung Joc, Block, D. Woods of Danity Kane, and his fellow Boyz N Da Hood (Duke, Big Gee, and Jody Breeze), with production from a incredible line-up of studio superstars, including Sha Money XL (50 Cent, Slim Thug, Paul Wall), Chris Flame (Yung Joc), Dee Jay Dana (Boyz N Da Hood, Yung Joc), and Drumma Boy (Juvenile, Young Jeezy, Paul Wall).
"One of my favorite albums is Dr. Dre's 'THE CHRONIC,'" says Zoe. "That's the kind of album I wanted to create. Something that can stand the test of time."
A true hip-hop anthem, "Hood Figga" is rapidly rising up the charts in multiple formats. The track is now #14 with-a-bullet at Urban radio outlets nationwide, while scoring top 30 play at Rhythmic. "Hood Figga" is also shaping up as a blockbuster ringtone, climbing to #13 on Billboard's latest "Hot RingMasters" ranking.
The song's companion video is currently blowing up at BET, where it is now in "Heavy" rotation on BET's Rap City. A special installment of Rap City focusing on the extraordinary Block Entertainment roster - which includes Zoe, Yung Joc, and Boyz N Da Hood - is stated to air on September 22nd (check local listings).
Gorilla Zoe and "Hood Figga" are also exploding across the MTV spectrum. "WELCOME TO THE ZOO" is currently streaming in its entirety - for one week only, through next week's official release date - as part of MTV.com's "The Leak" (located at www.mtv.com/music/the_leak). Meanwhile, the "Hood Figga" video is a current rotation favorite at MTV2, where it received an "Unleashed" all-day premiere earlier this summer. In addition, "Hood Figga" can be seen in "Sizzlin" rotation at MTV Jams, with additional cable airplay on Music Choice.
Zoe spent much of his summer paving the way for "WELCOME TO THE ZOO" by joining Yung Joc on stage for a number of dates on BET and Scream Star Entertainment's "Screamfest '07." The ATL-based rapper also teamed with Joc for a series of high-profile TV appearances, including visits to ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live, and MTV's Making The Band 4.
For additional information, please visit www.myspace.com/gorillazoe96.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2007
GORILLA ZOE DECLARES "ZOO" TIME;
ATL RAPPER OPENS THE CAGE AND SETS DEBUT ALBUM FREE;
COLLECTION FEATURES HIT SINGLE, "HOOD FIGGA";
STAR-STUDDED ROSTER OF SPECIAL GUESTS INCLUDES
YUNG JOC, DANITY KANE'S D. WOODS, BOYZ N DA HOOD;
"WELCOME TO THE ZOO" UNLEASHED ON SEPTEMBER 25TH
Block Entertainment/Bad Boy South recording artist Gorilla Zoe has announced details of his upcoming new album, "WELCOME TO THE ZOO." The ATL-based rapper's eagerly awaited debut collection - which features the banging hit single, "Hood Figga" - lands in stores and online on September 25th.
Zoe is quickly marking himself as one of the hottest, most original new voices in hip-hop, via his featured role on Block Entertainment/Bad Boy South labelmate Yung Joc's current hit single, "Coffee Shop," as well as by his recent membership in superstar rap combo Boyz N Da Hood (whose highly anticipated second album, "BACK UP N DA CHEVY," drops on October 2nd). He is also featured on "Bottle Poppin'," the latest single from Yung Joc's top-charting second album, "HUSTLENOMICS," which has just arrived at multi-format radio outlets across the country.
"I've been in the game for a while," says CEO of Block Entertainment, Russell "Block" Spencer. "I knew Zoe had the talent and ability to bring the Block Entertainment Movement to the next level."
"WELCOME TO THE ZOO" confirms Zoe's status as a major artist in his own right, chronicling the rapper's life experiences in Atlanta's concrete jungle. The album sees Zoe joined by such major-league special guests as Yung Joc, Block, D. Woods of Danity Kane, and his fellow Boyz N Da Hood (Duke, Big Gee, and Jody Breeze), with production from a incredible line-up of studio superstars, including Sha Money XL (50 Cent, Slim Thug, Paul Wall), Chris Flame (Yung Joc), Dee Jay Dana (Boyz N Da Hood, Yung Joc), and Drumma Boy (Juvenile, Young Jeezy, Paul Wall).
"One of my favorite albums is Dr. Dre's 'THE CHRONIC,'" says Zoe. "That's the kind of album I wanted to create. Something that can stand the test of time."
A true hip-hop anthem, "Hood Figga" is rapidly rising up the charts in multiple formats. The track is now #14 with-a-bullet at Urban radio outlets nationwide, while scoring top 30 play at Rhythmic. "Hood Figga" is also shaping up as a blockbuster ringtone, climbing to #13 on Billboard's latest "Hot RingMasters" ranking.
The song's companion video is currently blowing up at BET, where it is now in "Heavy" rotation on BET's Rap City. A special installment of Rap City focusing on the extraordinary Block Entertainment roster - which includes Zoe, Yung Joc, and Boyz N Da Hood - is stated to air on September 22nd (check local listings).
Gorilla Zoe and "Hood Figga" are also exploding across the MTV spectrum. "WELCOME TO THE ZOO" is currently streaming in its entirety - for one week only, through next week's official release date - as part of MTV.com's "The Leak" (located at www.mtv.com/music/the_leak). Meanwhile, the "Hood Figga" video is a current rotation favorite at MTV2, where it received an "Unleashed" all-day premiere earlier this summer. In addition, "Hood Figga" can be seen in "Sizzlin" rotation at MTV Jams, with additional cable airplay on Music Choice.
Zoe spent much of his summer paving the way for "WELCOME TO THE ZOO" by joining Yung Joc on stage for a number of dates on BET and Scream Star Entertainment's "Screamfest '07." The ATL-based rapper also teamed with Joc for a series of high-profile TV appearances, including visits to ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live, and MTV's Making The Band 4.
For additional information, please visit www.myspace.com/gorillazoe96.
vrijdag 7 september 2007
SCREAMFEST '07 MAKES MUSIC HISTORY
SCREAMFEST '07 MAKES MUSIC HISTORY
WITH STELLAR NEW YORK CITY SHOW AT MSG
SCREAMFEST '07, one of this summer's hottest concert series, hit an all time high last night at Madison Square Garden in New York City, as the tour's stars made music history with several over the top performances from some of today's musical giants. SCREAMFEST '07 has successfully proven to be a much needed injection of pure energy and enthusiasm among music fans.
The New York City show made music history last night, as very special and surprise guests took the stage throughout the evening. New comers Maleek and Yung Berg kicked off the night's festivities. The magic started when P. Diddy made a stellar cameo during Yung Joc's performance of "It's Goin' Down." During Ciara's second set, the songstress brought out 50 Cent for their song "Can't Leave Him Alone." The night's pinnacle performance was during T.I.'s second set and the last set of the evening. The King of the South solidified his throne and proved he was King of New York by bringing out Jay Z, Kanye West, 50 Cent, P. Diddy, Wyclef Jean, and Swizz Beatz.
The tour is now in its sixth installment in the critically acclaimed SCREAM TOUR concert series that has, in the past, featured everyone from Ne-Yo to Bow Wow, Chris Brown to Omarion. The SCREAM TOUR has built a reputation for bringing together the best of the best in the worlds of rap and R&B to rock the house "LIVE" for one unforgettable night for thousands of urban youth across the country. Throughout its history, the SCREAM TOUR concert series has entertained over one million fans. This summer, SCREAMFEST '07 has continued to build on the incredible legacy that has made the SCREAM TOUR a household name among youth.
REMAINING SCREAMFEST '07 DATES ARE AS FOLLOWS:
August 23rd Philadelphia, PA Wachovia Spectrum
August 24th Baltimore, MD 1st Mariner Arena
August 25th Greensboro, NC Greensboro Coliseum
August 26th Atlanta, GA Philips Arena
August 29th Denver, CO Coors Amphitheatre
August 31st San Jose, CA HP Pavilion
September 1st Los Angeles, CA Gibson Amphitheatre
September 2nd Los Angeles, CA Gibson Amphitheatre
About SCREAM Star Entertainment
SCREAM Star Entertainment is a multi-dimensional, artist development, entertainment brand driven by content and focused on the youth ages 13-25. It is dedicated to maximizing its relationship with the elusive teen market through its current programs, platforms & plans; including: SCREAM TOUR CONCERT SERIES, SCREAM STAR RECORDS, R U THE NEXT SCREAM STAR?, SCREAM STAR RADIO, SCREAM STAR MAGAZINE AND THE SCREAM STAR FOUNDATION.
About BET
BET Networks is the leading provider of media and entertainment for African Americans and consumers of Black culture on a global basis. The primary BET cable network reaches more than 85 million households, and can be seen in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean. BET Networks is the preeminent entertainment brand serving African Americans and consumers of Black culture on a global basis.
FOR PHOTOS CLICK HERE
WITH STELLAR NEW YORK CITY SHOW AT MSG
SCREAMFEST '07, one of this summer's hottest concert series, hit an all time high last night at Madison Square Garden in New York City, as the tour's stars made music history with several over the top performances from some of today's musical giants. SCREAMFEST '07 has successfully proven to be a much needed injection of pure energy and enthusiasm among music fans.
The New York City show made music history last night, as very special and surprise guests took the stage throughout the evening. New comers Maleek and Yung Berg kicked off the night's festivities. The magic started when P. Diddy made a stellar cameo during Yung Joc's performance of "It's Goin' Down." During Ciara's second set, the songstress brought out 50 Cent for their song "Can't Leave Him Alone." The night's pinnacle performance was during T.I.'s second set and the last set of the evening. The King of the South solidified his throne and proved he was King of New York by bringing out Jay Z, Kanye West, 50 Cent, P. Diddy, Wyclef Jean, and Swizz Beatz.
The tour is now in its sixth installment in the critically acclaimed SCREAM TOUR concert series that has, in the past, featured everyone from Ne-Yo to Bow Wow, Chris Brown to Omarion. The SCREAM TOUR has built a reputation for bringing together the best of the best in the worlds of rap and R&B to rock the house "LIVE" for one unforgettable night for thousands of urban youth across the country. Throughout its history, the SCREAM TOUR concert series has entertained over one million fans. This summer, SCREAMFEST '07 has continued to build on the incredible legacy that has made the SCREAM TOUR a household name among youth.
REMAINING SCREAMFEST '07 DATES ARE AS FOLLOWS:
August 23rd Philadelphia, PA Wachovia Spectrum
August 24th Baltimore, MD 1st Mariner Arena
August 25th Greensboro, NC Greensboro Coliseum
August 26th Atlanta, GA Philips Arena
August 29th Denver, CO Coors Amphitheatre
August 31st San Jose, CA HP Pavilion
September 1st Los Angeles, CA Gibson Amphitheatre
September 2nd Los Angeles, CA Gibson Amphitheatre
About SCREAM Star Entertainment
SCREAM Star Entertainment is a multi-dimensional, artist development, entertainment brand driven by content and focused on the youth ages 13-25. It is dedicated to maximizing its relationship with the elusive teen market through its current programs, platforms & plans; including: SCREAM TOUR CONCERT SERIES, SCREAM STAR RECORDS, R U THE NEXT SCREAM STAR?, SCREAM STAR RADIO, SCREAM STAR MAGAZINE AND THE SCREAM STAR FOUNDATION.
About BET
BET Networks is the leading provider of media and entertainment for African Americans and consumers of Black culture on a global basis. The primary BET cable network reaches more than 85 million households, and can be seen in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean. BET Networks is the preeminent entertainment brand serving African Americans and consumers of Black culture on a global basis.
FOR PHOTOS CLICK HERE
4th installment of Yung Joc's Hustlenomics TV!!!
Here is the 4th installment of Yung Joc's Hustlenomics TV!!! Please also find below audio streams for Yung Joc's "Bottle Poppin" featuring Gorilla Zoe and "Playa Cards" from Hustlenomics in stores NOW!!!
Hustlenomics Webisode Part #4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aTEgEznFvik
Playa Cards Right
http://streamos.atlrec.com/real/atlantic/yungjoc/play_your_cards_-_yung_joc_clean_m.ram
http://streamos.atlrec.com/wmedia/atlantic/yungjoc/play_your_cards_-_yung_joc_clean_m.wax
BOTTLE POPPIN' Ft Gorilla Zoe
http://streamos.atlrec.com/wmedia/atlantic/yungjoc/bottle_poppin_f_gorilla_zoe.wax
http://streamos.atlrec.com/real/atlantic/yungjoc/bottle_poppin_f_gorilla_zoe.ram
Hustlenomics Webisode Part #4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aTEgEznFvik
Playa Cards Right
http://streamos.atlrec.com/real/atlantic/yungjoc/play_your_cards_-_yung_joc_clean_m.ram
http://streamos.atlrec.com/wmedia/atlantic/yungjoc/play_your_cards_-_yung_joc_clean_m.wax
BOTTLE POPPIN' Ft Gorilla Zoe
http://streamos.atlrec.com/wmedia/atlantic/yungjoc/bottle_poppin_f_gorilla_zoe.wax
http://streamos.atlrec.com/real/atlantic/yungjoc/bottle_poppin_f_gorilla_zoe.ram
B5 wants you to do your version of the "Hydrolics" dance!!
B5 wants you to do your version of the "Hydrolics" dance!!
You can check out the band's webisode announcing the contest here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8nyKRk_gwk
We have recieved more than 70 entries to date
Here are a couple of my favorites::
Patrick Lover 14
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RuFtHpWaHXg
TheeBest1124
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_6I4KgFk1c
Diana and Her Mom
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N24I_BCYM5M
Don't Talk Just Listen Track Listing
B5
1. No One Else
2. Hydrolics featuring Bow Wow
3. Incredible
4. In My Bedroom
5. Got It Like That
6. Right 2 Left
7. Things I Do For My Girl
8. What It Do
9. Drama
10. Erika Cain
11. Tear Drops
12. Rock Star
You can check out the band's webisode announcing the contest here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8nyKRk_gwk
We have recieved more than 70 entries to date
Here are a couple of my favorites::
Patrick Lover 14
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RuFtHpWaHXg
TheeBest1124
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_6I4KgFk1c
Diana and Her Mom
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N24I_BCYM5M
Don't Talk Just Listen Track Listing
B5
1. No One Else
2. Hydrolics featuring Bow Wow
3. Incredible
4. In My Bedroom
5. Got It Like That
6. Right 2 Left
7. Things I Do For My Girl
8. What It Do
9. Drama
10. Erika Cain
11. Tear Drops
12. Rock Star
"HUSTLENOMICS" MAKES TRIUMPHANT #1 DEBUT ATOP BILLBOARD'S "TOP R&B/HIP-HOP ALBUMS"
YUNG JOC CRUNCHES THE NUMBERS:
"HUSTLENOMICS" MAKES TRIUMPHANT #1 DEBUT ATOP BILLBOARD'S "TOP R&B/HIP-HOP ALBUMS"
AND "TOP RAP ALBUMS" CHARTS;
"COFFEE SHOP (F. GORILLA ZOE)" IS WEEK'S #1 VIDEO ON BET
"HUSTLENOMICS," the hugely anticipated second album from Block Entertainment/Bad Boy South recording artist Yung Joc, makes a triumphant debut on this week's charts - coming in at #1 on Billboard's "Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums" and "Top Rap Albums" charts. What's more, the collection - which features the current hit single, "Coffee
Shop (Feat. Gorilla Zoe)" - arrives at #3 on the Billboard 200.
The Grammy Award-nominated rapper celebrated last Tuesday's release of "HUSTLENOMICS" with a hometown in-store appearance at Best Buy's Morrow, Georgia location. The autograph session proved a huge success, with Yung Joc signing copies of the album for hundreds of fans and friends.
"Coffee Shop (Feat. Gorilla Zoe)" is undoubtedly one of the summer's biggest hip-hop hits. The track has bulleted into the top 30 at Urban radio outlets and into the top 20 on the Rap charts, while also scoring major airplay at Rhythmic stations.
The song's companion video - directed by Lenny Bass (Boyz N Da Hood, Field Mob, Nappy Roots) - is currently the week's #1 "Most Played" clip on BET, following its network debut via a special installment of Access Granted earlier this summer. The clip is also a current rotation favorite at MTV2, MTV Jams, MTV Hits, Fuse, and Music Choice.
"Bottle Poppin' (Feat. Gorilla Zoe)," the follow-up single from "HUSTLENOMICS," recently arrived at multi-format radio outlets across the country. A companion video is now in production, with its premiere slated in the coming weeks.
Following up on the blockbuster success of last year's RIAA platinum-certified debut album, "NEW JOC CITY," "HUSTLENOMICS" confirms Joc's status as one of today's most ingenious and accomplished hip-hop artists. The album sees the 24-year-old MC collaborating with a who's-who of studio stars, including the Neptunes, Chris Flash, Cool & Dre, Jazze Pha, Kevin "Khao" Cates, Drumma Boy, Dee Jay Dana, and others. Along with the aforementioned Boyz N Da Hood member Gorilla Zoe, Joc is also joined by a series of special guests, including Russell "Block" Spencer, Diddy, The Game, Snoop Dogg, Trick Daddy, Bun B, Rick Ross, Jim Jones, Young Dro, and Pharrell.
"This album shows growth and maturity," says Joc. "I'm just expressing myself with different types of songs and different types of flows. A lot of cats think once you get on you get to make money, do shows, go to all the parties, and all this. There's a lot more to it than that."
In addition to its CD and digital release, "HUSTLENOMICS" marks Bad Boy Records' first-ever release in the new MVI format. An MVI is a DVD that contains the full album, portable music files, video content, and interactive features. The PC/MAC-compatible package includes a bonus CD, a never-before-seen video interview with Joc, exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, a making-the-video special for "Coffee Shop," digital extras (such as screen savers, buddy icons, and wallpapers), U-Myx and UrTone (which allow fans to create their own custom remix and ringtone of "Coffee Shop"), plus much more.
Yung Joc spent his summer preparing the way for "HUSTLENOMICS" by joining the all-star bill for BET and Scream Star Entertainment's "Screamfest '07." The tour - which
also featured such superstars as T.I., Ciara, and T-Pain - wrapped up this past weekend with a packed-out two-night-stand at Los Angeles' Gibson Amphitheatre.
What's more, the ATL-based MC made number of major TV appearances celebrating the new album's release. Among the highlights were visits to BET's 106th & Park, ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live, and both MTV's TRL and Making The Band 4. Other recent TV spots include multiple appearances on BET (including Rap City, the annual BET Music Awards, and 106 & Park's "Scream Tour" Special), and NBC's The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
Later this month, Joc is headed across the Atlantic for the UK's influential MOBO Awards 2007, where he will team up onstage with T-Pain on his #1 hip-hop smash, "Buy U A Drank (Shawty Snappin')." The blockbuster track has also just received a "Song of the Year" nomination from the upcoming VH1 Soul Vibe Awards, with star-studded ceremonies scheduled for a November 14th premiere on VH1 Soul (check local listings).
* * * * *
The release of "HUSTLENOMICS" follows Yung Joc's amazing 2006, a year which saw him rise up from the streets of College Park, Georgia to the platinum-certified heights of hip-hop stardom. Fueled by the massive hit single, "It's Goin' Down," the rapper's RIAA platinum-certified debut album, "NEW JOC CITY," exploded onto Billboard's "Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums" and "Top Rap Albums" charts, entering in the #1 spot upon its June release.
"It's Goin' Down" proved to be a mainstream breakthrough for Yung Joc, moving quickly from underground sensation to the top of Billboard's "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs" chart and the top 3 on Billboard's "Hot 100." In early 2007, the track received one of music's highest accolades - a Grammy Awards nomination as "Best Rap Song."
The street anthem's companion video also proved a blockbuster, topping the playlist at BET, which named "It's Going Down" as "Hip-Hop Track of the Year" at the inaugural BET Hip-Hop Awards event. At MTV, the clip scored Big Ten rotation and was ranked as one of MTV2's "Top 100 Sucker Free Videos of 2006."
Furthermore, "It's Goin' Down" was an out-and-out triumph in the ringtone world. With over 5 million ringtones sold, Yung Joc was Warner Music Group's #1 mobile artist for 2006.
Yung Joc also reigned over the online world, spending much of summer 2006 as MySpace's #1 artist. He also became an in-demand live act, with concert appearances including a sold-out MySpace Secret Show in his native Atlanta, an SRO tour alongside Grand Hustle/Atlantic recording artist T.I., and a top spot on the "Scream Tour 5," BET's hugely successful multi-artist arena trek. Other onstage highlights included a performance of "It's Goin' Down," during the main event ring walk at Don King's Gateway to Glory boxing event in St. Louis and an appearance on BET's annual 106 & Park New Year's Eve extravaganza.
As if all that weren't enough, Yung Joc made guest appearances on a number of the year's biggest tracks, including Danity Kane's top 10 smash, "Show Stopper," and Lil' Boosie's top 20 hip-hop hit, "Zoom."
Yung Joc can currently be seen in a major national print ad campaign promoting the Rockport Company's "Established 1971" collection. The promotion sees Yung Joc appearing in a variety of high-profile magazines alongside such rising stars as actor Wood Harris, R&B artist Lyfe Jennings, and MTV personality Coltrane Curtis.
www.myspace.com/yungjoc
www.block-ent/yungjoc
"HUSTLENOMICS" MAKES TRIUMPHANT #1 DEBUT ATOP BILLBOARD'S "TOP R&B/HIP-HOP ALBUMS"
AND "TOP RAP ALBUMS" CHARTS;
"COFFEE SHOP (F. GORILLA ZOE)" IS WEEK'S #1 VIDEO ON BET
"HUSTLENOMICS," the hugely anticipated second album from Block Entertainment/Bad Boy South recording artist Yung Joc, makes a triumphant debut on this week's charts - coming in at #1 on Billboard's "Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums" and "Top Rap Albums" charts. What's more, the collection - which features the current hit single, "Coffee
Shop (Feat. Gorilla Zoe)" - arrives at #3 on the Billboard 200.
The Grammy Award-nominated rapper celebrated last Tuesday's release of "HUSTLENOMICS" with a hometown in-store appearance at Best Buy's Morrow, Georgia location. The autograph session proved a huge success, with Yung Joc signing copies of the album for hundreds of fans and friends.
"Coffee Shop (Feat. Gorilla Zoe)" is undoubtedly one of the summer's biggest hip-hop hits. The track has bulleted into the top 30 at Urban radio outlets and into the top 20 on the Rap charts, while also scoring major airplay at Rhythmic stations.
The song's companion video - directed by Lenny Bass (Boyz N Da Hood, Field Mob, Nappy Roots) - is currently the week's #1 "Most Played" clip on BET, following its network debut via a special installment of Access Granted earlier this summer. The clip is also a current rotation favorite at MTV2, MTV Jams, MTV Hits, Fuse, and Music Choice.
"Bottle Poppin' (Feat. Gorilla Zoe)," the follow-up single from "HUSTLENOMICS," recently arrived at multi-format radio outlets across the country. A companion video is now in production, with its premiere slated in the coming weeks.
Following up on the blockbuster success of last year's RIAA platinum-certified debut album, "NEW JOC CITY," "HUSTLENOMICS" confirms Joc's status as one of today's most ingenious and accomplished hip-hop artists. The album sees the 24-year-old MC collaborating with a who's-who of studio stars, including the Neptunes, Chris Flash, Cool & Dre, Jazze Pha, Kevin "Khao" Cates, Drumma Boy, Dee Jay Dana, and others. Along with the aforementioned Boyz N Da Hood member Gorilla Zoe, Joc is also joined by a series of special guests, including Russell "Block" Spencer, Diddy, The Game, Snoop Dogg, Trick Daddy, Bun B, Rick Ross, Jim Jones, Young Dro, and Pharrell.
"This album shows growth and maturity," says Joc. "I'm just expressing myself with different types of songs and different types of flows. A lot of cats think once you get on you get to make money, do shows, go to all the parties, and all this. There's a lot more to it than that."
In addition to its CD and digital release, "HUSTLENOMICS" marks Bad Boy Records' first-ever release in the new MVI format. An MVI is a DVD that contains the full album, portable music files, video content, and interactive features. The PC/MAC-compatible package includes a bonus CD, a never-before-seen video interview with Joc, exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, a making-the-video special for "Coffee Shop," digital extras (such as screen savers, buddy icons, and wallpapers), U-Myx and UrTone (which allow fans to create their own custom remix and ringtone of "Coffee Shop"), plus much more.
Yung Joc spent his summer preparing the way for "HUSTLENOMICS" by joining the all-star bill for BET and Scream Star Entertainment's "Screamfest '07." The tour - which
also featured such superstars as T.I., Ciara, and T-Pain - wrapped up this past weekend with a packed-out two-night-stand at Los Angeles' Gibson Amphitheatre.
What's more, the ATL-based MC made number of major TV appearances celebrating the new album's release. Among the highlights were visits to BET's 106th & Park, ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live, and both MTV's TRL and Making The Band 4. Other recent TV spots include multiple appearances on BET (including Rap City, the annual BET Music Awards, and 106 & Park's "Scream Tour" Special), and NBC's The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
Later this month, Joc is headed across the Atlantic for the UK's influential MOBO Awards 2007, where he will team up onstage with T-Pain on his #1 hip-hop smash, "Buy U A Drank (Shawty Snappin')." The blockbuster track has also just received a "Song of the Year" nomination from the upcoming VH1 Soul Vibe Awards, with star-studded ceremonies scheduled for a November 14th premiere on VH1 Soul (check local listings).
* * * * *
The release of "HUSTLENOMICS" follows Yung Joc's amazing 2006, a year which saw him rise up from the streets of College Park, Georgia to the platinum-certified heights of hip-hop stardom. Fueled by the massive hit single, "It's Goin' Down," the rapper's RIAA platinum-certified debut album, "NEW JOC CITY," exploded onto Billboard's "Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums" and "Top Rap Albums" charts, entering in the #1 spot upon its June release.
"It's Goin' Down" proved to be a mainstream breakthrough for Yung Joc, moving quickly from underground sensation to the top of Billboard's "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs" chart and the top 3 on Billboard's "Hot 100." In early 2007, the track received one of music's highest accolades - a Grammy Awards nomination as "Best Rap Song."
The street anthem's companion video also proved a blockbuster, topping the playlist at BET, which named "It's Going Down" as "Hip-Hop Track of the Year" at the inaugural BET Hip-Hop Awards event. At MTV, the clip scored Big Ten rotation and was ranked as one of MTV2's "Top 100 Sucker Free Videos of 2006."
Furthermore, "It's Goin' Down" was an out-and-out triumph in the ringtone world. With over 5 million ringtones sold, Yung Joc was Warner Music Group's #1 mobile artist for 2006.
Yung Joc also reigned over the online world, spending much of summer 2006 as MySpace's #1 artist. He also became an in-demand live act, with concert appearances including a sold-out MySpace Secret Show in his native Atlanta, an SRO tour alongside Grand Hustle/Atlantic recording artist T.I., and a top spot on the "Scream Tour 5," BET's hugely successful multi-artist arena trek. Other onstage highlights included a performance of "It's Goin' Down," during the main event ring walk at Don King's Gateway to Glory boxing event in St. Louis and an appearance on BET's annual 106 & Park New Year's Eve extravaganza.
As if all that weren't enough, Yung Joc made guest appearances on a number of the year's biggest tracks, including Danity Kane's top 10 smash, "Show Stopper," and Lil' Boosie's top 20 hip-hop hit, "Zoom."
Yung Joc can currently be seen in a major national print ad campaign promoting the Rockport Company's "Established 1971" collection. The promotion sees Yung Joc appearing in a variety of high-profile magazines alongside such rising stars as actor Wood Harris, R&B artist Lyfe Jennings, and MTV personality Coltrane Curtis.
www.myspace.com/yungjoc
www.block-ent/yungjoc
dinsdag 21 augustus 2007
MOVIE ADAPTATION OF LORRAINE HANSBERRY'S "A RAISIN IN THE SUN,"
MOVIE ADAPTATION OF LORRAINE HANSBERRY'S "A RAISIN IN THE SUN," STARRING THE AWARD-WINNING BROADWAY CAST AND PRODUCED BY SONY PICTURES TELEVISION, WILL AIR AS AN "ABC PREMIERE EVENT," FEBRUARY 25, 2008, THE NIGHT AFTER THE NETWORK'S LIVE TELECAST OF THE 80th ANNUAL ACADEMY AWARDS
Sean Combs stars and executive-produces his first movie starring Phylicia Rashad, Audra McDonald, Sanaa Lathan and John Stamos. Craig Zadan and Neil Meron, Producers of the Blockbuster Summer Film "Hairspray" and Executive Producers of the Oscar-Winning Best Picture " Chicago ," Bring "Raisin" to the small screen
The highly anticipated special three-hour television movie adaptation of "A Raisin in the Sun," based on the play that inspired a generation, will air as an "ABC Premiere Event" MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25 (8:00-11:00 p.m., ET), on the ABC Television Network, the night after ABC's live telecast of the 80th Annual Academy Awards.
Sean Combs, who reprises the role of Walter Lee, Jr., which brought him acclaim, stars along with the cast of the award-winning Broadway revival, who recreated their roles for the film, including Emmy and Tony Award winner Phylicia Rashad, four-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, Tony Award nominee Sanaa Lathan, plus "ER" star John Stamos.
Executive producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron, whose big screen movie musical "Hairspray" is one of the breakout hits of the summer, said of their latest event for television: "We are honored to have brought a new movie version of 'A Raisin in the Sun' to ABC, from Sony Pictures Television, to a new generation of viewers. We are humbled by our formidable cast and are very grateful to Steve McPherson for giving us the coveted slot on the night after the Oscars."
"A Raisin in the Sun" tells the story of a family living and struggling on Chicago 's South Side in the 1950s. A fiercely moving portrait of people whose hopes and dreams are constantly deferred, "A Raisin in the Sun" was the first play written by an African American woman to be produced on Broadway. It premiered in 1959 with a cast that included Sidney Poitier, Claudia McNeil, Diana Sands, Ruby Dee and Louis Gossett Jr. A Columbia Pictures feature with the same cast followed in 1961.
Phylicia Rashad won the Best Actress Tony Award for her role in "Raisin" -- becoming the first African American actress to ever win the Tony in this category. Audra McDonald won the Best Featured Actress Tony Award for her role in the play, and Sanaa Lathan was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Featured Actress for her performance. Sean Combs appeared opposite Halle Berry in "Monster's Ball" and made his acting debut in the film "Made."
The ground-breaking drama portrays a brief period of time in the life of the Younger family as they anxiously await the arrival of a $10,000 life insurance check made out to Lena Younger (Phylicia Rashad, "The Cosby Show"), the family matriarch, from the estate of her late husband, Walter Lee. Everyone in the family has their own ideas about how they plan to use their new-found wealth and are eager for their new lives to start.
"A Raisin in the Sun" stars Sean Combs as Walter Lee, Jr., Phylicia Rashad as Lena Younger, Audra McDonald("ABC's Private Practice," HBO's "Wit,", ABC's "Annie," and the recent Broadway production of "110 in the Shade") as Ruth, Sanaa Lathan ("Out of Time," "Something New") as Beneatha , John Stamos (A&E's "Wedding Wars") as Mr. Lindner, Sean Patrick Thomas ("Barbershop 2: Back in Business") as George Murchison, David Oyelowo ("The Last King of Scotland") as Joseph Asagai, Bill Nunn ("Spider Man") as Bobo and Cephas Jones ("Law & Order") as Willy Harris.
The movie is executive-produced by Craig Zadan and Neil Meron's Storyline Entertainment, Sean Combs' Bad Boy World Wide Entertainment Group and Sony Pictures Television. The show's Broadway producers, Carl Rumbaugh, Susan Batson and David Binder, also serve as executive producers. Kenny Leon, who received a Drama Desk nomination for Outstanding Director for his staging of the play on Broadway, makes his film debut with this movie; and Paris Qualles, writer of the critically acclaimed and Emmy-nominated "Tuskeegee Airmen" and "The Rosa Parks Story," adapted Hansberry's play for the new movie event.
Craig Zadan and Neil Meron produced "Hairspray," executive-produced the Oscar winning Best Picture "Chicago" and the Emmy-winning "Gypsy," "Cinderella," "Annie," "Serving in Silence" and "Life with Judy Garland." Their films have won six Academy Awards, five Golden Globes, eleven Emmy Awards and two Peabodys. For their work in television, their movies have amassed 66 Emmy nominations.
"A Raisin in the Sun" is a production of Storyline Entertainment and Bad Boy World Wide Entertainment Group in association with Sony Pictures Television.
Sean Combs stars and executive-produces his first movie starring Phylicia Rashad, Audra McDonald, Sanaa Lathan and John Stamos. Craig Zadan and Neil Meron, Producers of the Blockbuster Summer Film "Hairspray" and Executive Producers of the Oscar-Winning Best Picture " Chicago ," Bring "Raisin" to the small screen
The highly anticipated special three-hour television movie adaptation of "A Raisin in the Sun," based on the play that inspired a generation, will air as an "ABC Premiere Event" MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25 (8:00-11:00 p.m., ET), on the ABC Television Network, the night after ABC's live telecast of the 80th Annual Academy Awards.
Sean Combs, who reprises the role of Walter Lee, Jr., which brought him acclaim, stars along with the cast of the award-winning Broadway revival, who recreated their roles for the film, including Emmy and Tony Award winner Phylicia Rashad, four-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, Tony Award nominee Sanaa Lathan, plus "ER" star John Stamos.
Executive producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron, whose big screen movie musical "Hairspray" is one of the breakout hits of the summer, said of their latest event for television: "We are honored to have brought a new movie version of 'A Raisin in the Sun' to ABC, from Sony Pictures Television, to a new generation of viewers. We are humbled by our formidable cast and are very grateful to Steve McPherson for giving us the coveted slot on the night after the Oscars."
"A Raisin in the Sun" tells the story of a family living and struggling on Chicago 's South Side in the 1950s. A fiercely moving portrait of people whose hopes and dreams are constantly deferred, "A Raisin in the Sun" was the first play written by an African American woman to be produced on Broadway. It premiered in 1959 with a cast that included Sidney Poitier, Claudia McNeil, Diana Sands, Ruby Dee and Louis Gossett Jr. A Columbia Pictures feature with the same cast followed in 1961.
Phylicia Rashad won the Best Actress Tony Award for her role in "Raisin" -- becoming the first African American actress to ever win the Tony in this category. Audra McDonald won the Best Featured Actress Tony Award for her role in the play, and Sanaa Lathan was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Featured Actress for her performance. Sean Combs appeared opposite Halle Berry in "Monster's Ball" and made his acting debut in the film "Made."
The ground-breaking drama portrays a brief period of time in the life of the Younger family as they anxiously await the arrival of a $10,000 life insurance check made out to Lena Younger (Phylicia Rashad, "The Cosby Show"), the family matriarch, from the estate of her late husband, Walter Lee. Everyone in the family has their own ideas about how they plan to use their new-found wealth and are eager for their new lives to start.
"A Raisin in the Sun" stars Sean Combs as Walter Lee, Jr., Phylicia Rashad as Lena Younger, Audra McDonald("ABC's Private Practice," HBO's "Wit,", ABC's "Annie," and the recent Broadway production of "110 in the Shade") as Ruth, Sanaa Lathan ("Out of Time," "Something New") as Beneatha , John Stamos (A&E's "Wedding Wars") as Mr. Lindner, Sean Patrick Thomas ("Barbershop 2: Back in Business") as George Murchison, David Oyelowo ("The Last King of Scotland") as Joseph Asagai, Bill Nunn ("Spider Man") as Bobo and Cephas Jones ("Law & Order") as Willy Harris.
The movie is executive-produced by Craig Zadan and Neil Meron's Storyline Entertainment, Sean Combs' Bad Boy World Wide Entertainment Group and Sony Pictures Television. The show's Broadway producers, Carl Rumbaugh, Susan Batson and David Binder, also serve as executive producers. Kenny Leon, who received a Drama Desk nomination for Outstanding Director for his staging of the play on Broadway, makes his film debut with this movie; and Paris Qualles, writer of the critically acclaimed and Emmy-nominated "Tuskeegee Airmen" and "The Rosa Parks Story," adapted Hansberry's play for the new movie event.
Craig Zadan and Neil Meron produced "Hairspray," executive-produced the Oscar winning Best Picture "Chicago" and the Emmy-winning "Gypsy," "Cinderella," "Annie," "Serving in Silence" and "Life with Judy Garland." Their films have won six Academy Awards, five Golden Globes, eleven Emmy Awards and two Peabodys. For their work in television, their movies have amassed 66 Emmy nominations.
"A Raisin in the Sun" is a production of Storyline Entertainment and Bad Boy World Wide Entertainment Group in association with Sony Pictures Television.
maandag 13 augustus 2007
YUNG JOC RETURNS WITH "HUSTLENOMICS"
YUNG JOC RETURNS WITH "HUSTLENOMICS";
RAPPER'S HUGELY ANTICIPATED SOPHOMORE ALBUM
FEATURES URBAN SMASH, "COFFEE SHOP (FEAT GORILLA ZOE)";
GRAMMY-NOMINATED MC TO TOUR WITH "SCREAMFEST '07";
"HUSTLENOMICS" OFFICIALLY DROPS AUGUST 28TH
Block Entertainment/Bad Boy South recording artist Yung Joc is set to drop his eagerly awaited second album, "HUSTLENOMICS." The Grammy Award-nominated rapper's sophomore collection - which features the current hit single, "Coffee Shop (Feat. Gorilla Zoe)" - arrives in stores and online nationwide on Tuesday, August 28th.
Following up on the blockbuster success of last year's RIAA platinum-certified debut album, "NEW JOC CITY," "HUSTLENOMICS" confirms Joc's status as one of today's most ingenious and accomplished hip-hop artists. The album sees the 24-year-old MC collaborating with a who's-who of studio stars, including the Neptunes, Chris Flash, Cool & Dre, Jazze Pha, Kevin "Khao" Cates, Drumma Boy, Dee Jay Dana, and others. Along with the aforementioned Boyz N Da Hood member Gorilla Zoe, Joc is also joined by a series of special guests, including Russell "Block" Spencer, Diddy, The Game, Snoop Dogg, Trick Daddy, Bun B, Rick Ross, Jim Jones, Young Dro, and Pharrell.
"This album shows growth and maturity," says Joc. "I'm just expressing myself with different types of songs and different types of flows. A lot of cats think once you get on you get to make money, do shows, go to all the parties, and all this. There's a lot more to it than that."
"Coffee Shop (Feat. Gorilla Zoe)" is already shaping up as one of the season's biggest hip-hop hits. The track has bulleted into the top 30 at Urban radio outlets and into the top 20 on the Rap charts, while also scoring major airplay at Rhythmic-formatted stations.
The song's companion video - directed by Lenny Bass (Boyz N Da Hood, Field Mob, Nappy Roots) - is in the Top Ten on BET's 106 & Park countdown following its recent network debut via a special installment of Access Granted. The clip is also now in rotation at MTV2. In addition, the "Coffee Shop" ringtone is quickly making its way towards the top 40 on Nielsen Ringscan's "Top 200 Mastertones" chart.
In addition to its CD and digital release, "HUSTLENOMICS" will mark Bad Boy Records' first-ever release in the new MVI format. An MVI is a DVD that contains the full album, portable music files, video content, and interactive features. The PC/MAC-compatible package will include a bonus CD, a never-before-seen video interview with Joc, exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, a making-the-video special for "Coffee Shop," digital extras (such as screen savers, buddy icons, and wallpapers), U-Myx and UrTone (which allow fans to create their own custom remix and ringtone of "Coffee Shop"), plus much more.
Yung Joc will herald the release of "HUSTLENOMICS" with a full-scale summer tour, joining the all-star bill for BET and Scream Star Entertainment's "Screamfest '07." The eagerly anticipated trek - which also features such superstars as T.I., Ciara, and T-Pain - kicked off last week in New Orleans, with dates running though a two-night-stand at Los Angeles' Gibson Amphitheatre on September 1st and 2nd (see attached itinerary).
What's more, Yung Joc has slated a number of major TV appearances for the week of the new album's release. Among the highlights will be visits to both BET's 106th & Park and MTV's TRL.
"Joc is the hardest working artist out here," says Block. "This is his dream and he's been ready to work hard at it since day one, way before I ever signed him. From the rhymes, to the tracks, to the videos, Joc has put a lot of himself in 'Hustlenomics' and his audience is going to feel that. This is a very special project for both of us."
In recent weeks, the ATL-based MC has made his presence known on TV via live performances on such high-profile network shows as ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live and NBC's The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. Other recent TV spots include multiple appearances on BET, including Rap City, the annual BET Music Awards, and 106 & Park's "Scream Tour" Special.
Yung Joc - who is also featured on T-Pain's #1 hip-hop smash, "Buy U A Drank (Shawty Snappin') - can be seen in a major national print ad campaign promoting the Rockport Company's "Established 1971" collection. The promotion sees Yung Joc appearing in a variety of high-profile magazines alongside such rising stars as actor Wood Harris, R&B artist Lyfe Jennings, and MTV personality Coltrane Curtis.
* * * * *
The release of "HUSTLENOMICS" follows Yung Joc's amazing 2006, a year which saw him rise up from the streets of College Park, Georgia to the platinum-certified heights of hip-hop stardom. Fueled by the massive hit single, "It's Goin' Down," the rapper's RIAA platinum-certified debut album, "NEW JOC CITY," exploded onto Billboard's "Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums" and "Top Rap Albums" charts, entering in the #1 spot upon its June release.
"It's Goin' Down" proved to be a mainstream breakthrough for Yung Joc, moving quickly from underground sensation to the top of Billboard's "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs" chart and the top 3 on Billboard's "Hot 100." In early 2007, the track received one of music's highest accolades - a Grammy Awards nomination as "Best Rap Song."
The street anthem's companion video also proved a blockbuster, topping the playlist at BET, which named "It's Going Down" as "Hip-Hop Track of the Year" at the inaugural BET Hip-Hop Awards event. At MTV, the clip scored Big Ten rotation and was ranked as one of MTV2's "Top 100 Sucker Free Videos of 2006."
Furthermore, "It's Goin' Down" was an out-and-out triumph in the ringtone world. With over 5 million ringtones sold, Yung Joc was Warner Music Group's #1 mobile artist for 2006.
Yung Joc also reigned over the online world, spending much of summer 2006 as MySpace's #1 artist. He also became an in-demand live act, with concert appearances including a sold-out MySpace Secret Show in his native Atlanta, an SRO tour alongside Grand Hustle/Atlantic recording artist T.I., and a top spot on the "Scream Tour 5," BET's hugely successful multi-artist arena trek. Other onstage highlights included a performance of "It's Goin' Down," during the main event ring walk at Don King's Gateway to Glory boxing event in St. Louis and an appearance on BET's annual 106 & Park New Year's Eve extravaganza.
As if all that weren't enough, Yung Joc made guest appearances on a number of the year's biggest tracks, including Danity Kane's top 10 smash, "Show Stopper," and Lil' Boosie's top 20 hip-hop hit, "Zoom."
# # #
www.myspace.com/yungjoc
www.block-ent/yungjoc
(TOUR ITINERARY ATTACHED)
YUNG JOC
ON TOUR 2007
All Dates w/ BET & Scream Star Entertainment presents "SCREAMFEST '07"
AUGUST
3 New Orleans, LA New Orleans Arena
4 Houston, TX Toyota Center
9 Cleveland, OH Wolstein Center at CSU
10 Chicago, IL Allstate Arena
11 St. Louis, MO Scottrade Arena
12 Kansas City, MO Kemper Arena
16 Detroit, MI Joe Louis Arena
17 Indianapolis, IN Indiana State Fairgrounds
18 Washington, DC Verizon Center
19 Hampton, VA Hampton Coliseum
21 Mansfield, MA Tweeter Center
22 New York, NY Madison Square Garden
23 Philadelphia, PA Wachovia Spectrum
24 Baltimore, MD 1st Mariner Arena
25 Greensboro, NC Greensboro Coliseum
26 Atlanta, GA Philips Arena
29 Denver, CO Coors Amphitheatre
31 San Jose, CA HP Pavilion
SEPTEMBER
1, 2 Los Angeles, CA Gibson Amphitheatre
Hustlenomics Track Listing
1. Hustlenomics-Intro
2. Play Your Cards
3. Coffee Shop feat. Gorilla Zoe
4. Bottle Poppin'feat. Gorilla Zoe
5. Hell Yeah feat. Diddy
6. Cut Throat feat. Game, Jim Jones, and Block
7.Hustlemania (Skit)
8. I'm A G feat. Bun B & Young Dro
9. BYOB
10. Pak Man
11. Getting To Da Money feat. Mike Carlito
12. Brand New feat. Snoop Dogg & Rick Ross
13. Living the Life feat. SouthernGirl
14. Momma feat. Jazze Pha
15. Chevy Smile feat. Trick Daddy & Block & Jazze Pha
16. Hustlenomics
Bonus Track
Block Boy feat. Block
donderdag 9 augustus 2007
Gorilla Zoe's :Welcome To The Zoo
Gorilla Zoe's Debut album "Welcome To The Zoo" in stores September 25th!!!
"Hood Figga"
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“Welcome To the Zoo”
“King Kong ain’t got nothing on me!”—Denzel Washington as Alonzo in 2001’s Training Day
In Hollywood, playing Alonzo earned Denzel Washington an Academy Award for Best Actor. But in East Point, Georgia, being Alonzo Mathis didn’t earn Block Entertainment recording artist Gorilla Zoe any accolades, only obstacles.
Born and bred in Southwest Atlanta, Zoe came up like most adolescents in his neighborhood. Skating rinks, swimming pools and rap music were the gist of his existence while Bass music and popular West Coast Hip Hop acts like DJ Quik, NWA and Snoop Doggy Dogg supplied the soundtrack to his life.
“I was 10 or 11 around that time,” reflects Zoe, who to this day remembers his first attempt at rapping himself. “I hit record on the tape deck, plugged the mic into the stereo and tried to rap over a Too $hort instrumental.”
Now 25, Zoe is spitting over beats from Jazze Pha, Sha Money XL, Drumma Boy, Dee Jay Dana and Chris Flame for his solo debut Welcome To the Zoo.
In many ways, looking on Zoe’s life is akin to watching a film like Training Day or seeing an animal grow. Distracted by his surroundings, Zoe was kicked out of school before entering 10th grade and left home soon after. At 16, he enlisted in Job Corps and spent a year in Kentucky, picking up a culinary trade and hustling everything from cigarettes to Ramen noodles to keep some change in his pocket. Dissatisfied by the odd jobs and trouble life was offering him when he returned to Atlanta, Zoe decided to act on one of his first instincts, rapping. Welcome to the Zoo chronicles his life experiences from that point on, and shed lights on the lives of others like his.
“Back in the day, they called the city the concrete jungle because you can get ate up out there, but its more restricted now,” explains Zoe about the album’s title. “The whole world is watching. Its like people are amused by the ‘hood now, everybody knows about it now. All eyes are on our living situations. We’re living like we’re the damn zoo and we’re the animals being watched.”
Inspired by the reality-based music of The Dayton Family, South Circle, 8Ball & MJG, UGK and Outkast, Zoe began recording music professionally at age 18. Even though he sold all 5,000 copies of the CD he financed and pressed up himself, he was unimpressed with his own material and chose to act on his other instinct, hustling.
Zoe landed a job at Atlanta record store The Funk Shop and in two years he was overseeing its daily operations. In the process he saved enough money to build a recording studio in downtown Atlanta, next door to T.I.’s Grand Hustle and DJ Drama’s Apphilliates offices. Through the studio, he became acquainted local producer Chris Flame who gave Zoe beats to rap over. Flame passed some of their music to Block Entertainment founder Russell “Block” Spencer who sought him out immediately and signed him in March 2007.
Zoe, who is originally signed as a solo artist, made his national debut as the newest member of fearsome foursome Boyz N Da Hood on numerous mixtapes in 2007. Now, with the audience’s appetites whetted for Welcome To the Zoo, Zoe is poised to show the world that King Kong has nothing on him either.
Zoe spits truth serum on songs like the Sha Money XL-produced “Last Time I Checked” where he informs listeners that most of their favorite rappers live in Hollywood—because they’re actors. He also offers up advice on the Jazze Pha-laced “Locked Up Or Dead,” talking about the times he was supposed to end up the way the song title suggests.
With songs like the already certified banger “Hood Nigga” and features from the likes of Akon and Bobby Brown, Welcome to The Zoo will serve as a proper introduction to one of the most unique voices rap has ever heard.
“One of my favorite albums is Dr. Dre’s The Chronic,” admits Zoe. “That’s the kind of album I wanted to create. Something that can stand the test of time.”
dinsdag 7 augustus 2007
Sean John Launches Women's Young Contemporary Sportswear Collection With G-III Apparel Group
Sean John, the clothing line founded by Sean "Diddy" Combs, will debut its new women's collection for Holiday 2007 with a production partner, G-III Apparel Group. The new Sean John Women's line is a juniors, urban collection with a contemporary edge. While focusing on denim pieces such as jeans, dresses and outerwear, the collection also includes colorful velour track suits, graphic tees, and flirty tops among other items. The price range for the products will be $59-89 for denim, knit tops from $44-59, tee shirts from $34-44, outerwear from $99-299, and active wear from $49-89. The initial collection for holiday will be sold in the Sean John Flagship store on Fifth Avenue , Macy's, Dillard's, Dr. Jay's, Man Alive and other retailers nationwide.
The collection will launch with the support of a dynamic advertising campaign photographed by Warwick Saint and featuring Bad Boy recording artist, Cassie, the newest addition to the Pussy Cat Dolls, Asia , and burgeoning actress Lauren London.
Sean "Diddy" Combs said, "From day to night, the new Sean John collection for women is glamorous and sexy with the style and swagger that customers have come to expect from our label."
According to Leslie Singer, President of Sean John Women's, "Our mission at Sean John is to create an affordable, lifestyle collection for the female consumer who desires innovative design and high quality. We are thrilled by the reception we have received from retailers and are looking forward to bringing this collection to market."
Sean John, a privately held company, was created by music icon and producer Sean "Diddy" Combs and made its fashion debut with a men's sportswear collection for the Spring 1999 season. In 2004 Sean "Diddy" Combs for Sean John was honored by the Council of Fashion Designers of America as Men's Wear Designer of the Year. With annual retail sales in the United States of over $525 million, Sean John is sold in better department and specialty stores across the country as well as select retailers around the world. In 2004 Sean John signed a licensing agreement with Estée Lauder Companies to produce a signature men's fragrance that has achieved record success and is now launching a women's fragrance for the Fall of 2007.
-more-
G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of outerwear and sportswear under licensed brands, its own brands and private retail labels. The Company has fashion licenses, among others, under the Calvin Klein, Sean John, Kenneth Cole, Cole Haan, Guess?, Jones New York, Nine West, Ellen Tracy, House of Deréon, IZOD and Tommy Hilfiger labels, and sports licenses to produce branded sports apparel using the trademarks of the National Football League, National Basketball Association, Major League Baseball, National Hockey League, Louisville Slugger, World Poker Tour and over 100 U.S. colleges and universities. Company-owned labels include, among others, Marvin Richards, G-III, Black Rivet, Siena Studio, Colebrook, G-III by Carl Banks, Winlit , NY 10018 and La Nouvelle Renaissance
donderdag 2 augustus 2007
Sean John Gives Women's Wear Another Try
Sean John Gives Women's Wear Another Try
The hip-hop mogul is in the news for his personal drama with ex-girlfriend Kim Porter, and his company Sean John has had difficulties in women's apparel in the past. But Combs is preparing several major launches in the women's category, beginning with the introduction of his fragrance with the Estée Lauder Cos., Unforgivable for Women, which will begin rolling out in October and is expected to top $45 million in the U.S. in its first year. Meanwhile, on the apparel end, Combs will introduce Sean John junior sportswear this coming holiday after a soft launch for spring.
Sean "Diddy" Combs
In apparel, it's a case of try, try again for Combs. The holiday introduction will be his second official attempt at launching a women's collection. His contemporary line, Sean by Sean Combs, closed in March 2006 after being at retail for less than a year. That collection only brought in $3.5 million in wholesale volume during its first six months on the selling floor. While that isn't considered bad for a new contemporary designer collection, it isn't the high volume Combs is used to seeing: at the time, he did $450 million at retail with Sean John men's and now brings in $500 million in retail volume.
"A lot of people in this business can't admit when they are not ready and I wasn't ready for the contemporary category," Combs said. "It was such an aggressive category and I got off to a good start, but I knew I was so far away from where I wanted to be based on my competition.
When I made the decision to close Sean by Sean Combs, what I wanted to do was take the time to gain the knowledge in contemporary. I think it was better for me to get out then and go back to it four years down the line, four years smarter.
"What I learned is that no matter how much hype there is surrounding a line, in women's you have to be up for the fight. I still plan to come back with that line in a couple of years. It was in great stores and I would rather leave those stores while I had a good relationship and be able to come back. I would rather do it that way than have them kick me out."
Looking to reach $100 million in wholesale volume within the first three years at retail, Combs said his women's addition has been carefully thought out and slated to launch at the same time as the women's fragrance.
"When you just start working with factories, you have to work out the kinks, which is why we did a soft launch for spring," he said. "We've had very good sell-throughs and based on the test, we've already received rave reviews on the denim. Usually it takes a few seasons to get the denim right."
He may not be ready to dive back into contemporary, but Combs, who will celebrate 10 years in business in 2008, is of course confident his new junior sportswear line, licensed to G-III Apparel Group Ltd., will be a hit. He said he is up for the challenge of entering a market where few women's urban brands have made it big, with the exception of Baby Phat and Rocawear. Combs constantly mentions he aspires to lead his business in the same way that Ralph Lauren has managed Polo, although he has a long way to go before he reaches Lauren status.
"The Sean John customer is the girl looking for more," he explained.
"She wants a look that takes her up a notch without trying too hard.
She wants a touch of luxe, a little glam, a splash of hot girl and, most importantly, she wants the style and swagger that comes with the Sean John lifestyle. Her hair is effortlessly glamorous. It's classic bombshell hair with a young urban spin. Her makeup is like a second skin that only seeks to highlight her best feature, her own beauty.
She hangs out in the cool spots, she's the most popular girl and often voted best dressed, her peers look to her as the trendsetter. She is the influencer."
The collection, which wholesales between $16 and $150, consists of a large range of denim jeans, sexy tops, down jackets, fur bomber jackets, velour sweat sets, logo tanks, dresses and skirts. Combs said details were a must - such as with the real rabbit fur on jackets, chain-detailed zipper pulls on the back pockets of a pair of jeans and embroidery on the back of a velour track jacket. The collection will be sold out of G-III's Sean John women's showroom at 512 Seventh Avenue. Combs said when thinking of the design of the line, he thought of style icons including Mary J. Blige, Jennifer Lopez, Kate Moss, Kelis and Madonna.
"[These] are exactly the types of individuals that come to mind when thinking of Sean John," he said. "[They are] smart, confident and sexy. They all have swagger and that cannot be bought or sold."
To launch the line, Combs has created an ad campaign featuring three rising stars - Asia (the newest Pussycat Doll), Cassie (a Bad Boy recording artist) and Lauren London (an actress who was on the HBO series "Entourage"). Combs, of course, is also featured in the campaign, which was shot by Warwick Saint, the photographer who shot the advertising and promotional materials for "Charlie's Angels." The ads will appear in magazines such as Vibe, Giant, Complex and Seventeen.
"I wanted the campaign to be like Diddy's angels," he said. "And I think that Asia, Lauren and Cassie represent the Sean John girl in a perfect way."
It's been four years since his last fashion week show, but Combs promised a return to the runway in February, when he will showcase his men's and women's collections. While he still hasn't decided on the venue, he hasn't ruled out his old stomping ground of Cipriani on 42nd Street.
"We are planning a show for February to celebrate 10 years," he said.
And while not giving too many details, he predicted, "I'll be back and it will be big."
The hip-hop mogul is in the news for his personal drama with ex-girlfriend Kim Porter, and his company Sean John has had difficulties in women's apparel in the past. But Combs is preparing several major launches in the women's category, beginning with the introduction of his fragrance with the Estée Lauder Cos., Unforgivable for Women, which will begin rolling out in October and is expected to top $45 million in the U.S. in its first year. Meanwhile, on the apparel end, Combs will introduce Sean John junior sportswear this coming holiday after a soft launch for spring.
Sean "Diddy" Combs
In apparel, it's a case of try, try again for Combs. The holiday introduction will be his second official attempt at launching a women's collection. His contemporary line, Sean by Sean Combs, closed in March 2006 after being at retail for less than a year. That collection only brought in $3.5 million in wholesale volume during its first six months on the selling floor. While that isn't considered bad for a new contemporary designer collection, it isn't the high volume Combs is used to seeing: at the time, he did $450 million at retail with Sean John men's and now brings in $500 million in retail volume.
"A lot of people in this business can't admit when they are not ready and I wasn't ready for the contemporary category," Combs said. "It was such an aggressive category and I got off to a good start, but I knew I was so far away from where I wanted to be based on my competition.
When I made the decision to close Sean by Sean Combs, what I wanted to do was take the time to gain the knowledge in contemporary. I think it was better for me to get out then and go back to it four years down the line, four years smarter.
"What I learned is that no matter how much hype there is surrounding a line, in women's you have to be up for the fight. I still plan to come back with that line in a couple of years. It was in great stores and I would rather leave those stores while I had a good relationship and be able to come back. I would rather do it that way than have them kick me out."
Looking to reach $100 million in wholesale volume within the first three years at retail, Combs said his women's addition has been carefully thought out and slated to launch at the same time as the women's fragrance.
"When you just start working with factories, you have to work out the kinks, which is why we did a soft launch for spring," he said. "We've had very good sell-throughs and based on the test, we've already received rave reviews on the denim. Usually it takes a few seasons to get the denim right."
He may not be ready to dive back into contemporary, but Combs, who will celebrate 10 years in business in 2008, is of course confident his new junior sportswear line, licensed to G-III Apparel Group Ltd., will be a hit. He said he is up for the challenge of entering a market where few women's urban brands have made it big, with the exception of Baby Phat and Rocawear. Combs constantly mentions he aspires to lead his business in the same way that Ralph Lauren has managed Polo, although he has a long way to go before he reaches Lauren status.
"The Sean John customer is the girl looking for more," he explained.
"She wants a look that takes her up a notch without trying too hard.
She wants a touch of luxe, a little glam, a splash of hot girl and, most importantly, she wants the style and swagger that comes with the Sean John lifestyle. Her hair is effortlessly glamorous. It's classic bombshell hair with a young urban spin. Her makeup is like a second skin that only seeks to highlight her best feature, her own beauty.
She hangs out in the cool spots, she's the most popular girl and often voted best dressed, her peers look to her as the trendsetter. She is the influencer."
The collection, which wholesales between $16 and $150, consists of a large range of denim jeans, sexy tops, down jackets, fur bomber jackets, velour sweat sets, logo tanks, dresses and skirts. Combs said details were a must - such as with the real rabbit fur on jackets, chain-detailed zipper pulls on the back pockets of a pair of jeans and embroidery on the back of a velour track jacket. The collection will be sold out of G-III's Sean John women's showroom at 512 Seventh Avenue. Combs said when thinking of the design of the line, he thought of style icons including Mary J. Blige, Jennifer Lopez, Kate Moss, Kelis and Madonna.
"[These] are exactly the types of individuals that come to mind when thinking of Sean John," he said. "[They are] smart, confident and sexy. They all have swagger and that cannot be bought or sold."
To launch the line, Combs has created an ad campaign featuring three rising stars - Asia (the newest Pussycat Doll), Cassie (a Bad Boy recording artist) and Lauren London (an actress who was on the HBO series "Entourage"). Combs, of course, is also featured in the campaign, which was shot by Warwick Saint, the photographer who shot the advertising and promotional materials for "Charlie's Angels." The ads will appear in magazines such as Vibe, Giant, Complex and Seventeen.
"I wanted the campaign to be like Diddy's angels," he said. "And I think that Asia, Lauren and Cassie represent the Sean John girl in a perfect way."
It's been four years since his last fashion week show, but Combs promised a return to the runway in February, when he will showcase his men's and women's collections. While he still hasn't decided on the venue, he hasn't ruled out his old stomping ground of Cipriani on 42nd Street.
"We are planning a show for February to celebrate 10 years," he said.
And while not giving too many details, he predicted, "I'll be back and it will be big."
Hustlenomics in stores 8.28
"Coffee Shop" Yung Joc Featuring Gorilla Zoe
Hustlenomics in stores 8.28
1. Hustlenomics-Intro
2. Play Your Cards
3. Coffee Shop feat. Gorilla Zoe
4. Bottle Poppin'feat. Gorilla Zoe
5. Hell Yeah feat. Diddy
6. Cut Throat feat. Game, Jim Jones, and Block
7.Hustlemania (Skit)
8. I'm A G feat. Bun B & Young Dro
9. BYOB
10. Pak Man
11. Getting To Da Money feat. Mike Carlito
12. Brand New feat. Snoop Dogg & Rick Ross
13. Living the Life feat. SouthernGirl
14. Momma feat. Jazze Pha
15. Chevy Smile feat. Trick Daddy & Block & Jazze Pha
16. Hustlenomics
Bonus Track
Block Boy feat. Block
B5 Don't Talk Just Listen in stores September 11th!
Don't Talk Just Listen in stores September 11th!
Hydrolics ft Bow Wow
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Hydrolics ft Bow Wowhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_xIX5Joprg
DaWayne "Bacon" Kearney
http://myspace.com/SMALLTOWNGENERAL
As one of the leading underground Hip-Hop artists in the Midwest, DaWayne "Bacon" Kearney at an early age had an insatiable interest in music. Dubbed Bacon by a childhood friend because of his sepia-colored skin, the artist and entrepreneur has music in his blood. "As a kid, I was always interested in music," says Bacon. The son of a band teacher, at a young age, Bacon dabbled with several band instruments before realizing playing instruments wasn't for him. After his dad turned him on to music, he was gone, leaving Bacon and his two sisters in the care of his mother.
Growing up in the Tommie Rose Gardens housing projects in Omaha, Neb., Bacon had a tough childhood. "You know, my mom was broke, we lived in the projects, was on public assistance, no cable, got food from the WIC program, no father figure, my mom always had different men around, it was hard," says Bacon. "But it made me strong though; it made me understand life at an early age."
Being exposed to R & B music by his mother and sisters, it was around 11 that Bacon first really became interested in rap music. "I just adapted more to rap, growing up and being in the streets I just realized that what R & B music was talking about I wasn't going through."
As his interest in the art form grew, so did his musical influences. "As a kid, when I was really young, I was always trying to learn how to write, rhyming words, trying to be like Flavor Flav, all of that," says Bacon. "Hearing all the old school niggas, Kid 'N Play, Heavy D, that is what made me want to start rapping. By the time I was 11 or 12, that rap shit was really in my head, that's what I felt."
After a brief stint in college, at 19, Bacon knew that he wanted to make music his career. "In college there were always parties, talent shows and I used to freestyle and stuff," "After tying for first place in a talent competition, I just knew I could do this stuff for real."
Writing his first song at 18, Bacon lists Tupac as one of his writing influences, but Master P influenced him to start his own record label. "Master P went out and made it happen, he's not the best rapper, but he can hustle," says Bacon. "Master P put a whole region on the map, everybody had his music and when he started blowing up, I knew I could do this for real."
Like the embattled artist Tupac, Bacon has also had his share of runs-ins with the law and violence. In and out of jail on gun and drug charges, in February of 2005, Bacon was stabbed multiple times and spent more than three days in intensive care. "That experience showed me that your homies aren't always your homies," says Bacon. "I know there is a God now; I know I am here for a reason."
In 1999, Bacon helped to start the group "Blood Sweat and Tears." Doing two mix tapes and two albums, the group disbanded in early 2007 and Bacon went solo. With three albums already under his belt and more than 100 songs already recorded, his highly anticipated solo release, "Long Road" drops on June 17 th 2007.
woensdag 18 juli 2007
Gorilla Zoe is the newest member of Boyz N Da Hood.
Gorilla Zoe is the newest member of Boyz N Da Hood.
This is the video for the single from his independant release Welcome To The Zoo dropping on Bad Boy Records September 25th!!!! Boyz N Da Hood Back Up N Da Chevy drops October 2nd!
dinsdag 17 juli 2007
Diddy's 4th single from 'Press Play,' "Through The Pain"
Look out for the video for Diddy's 4th single from 'Press Play,' "Through The Pain" ft Mario WInans coming soon, here are the audio streams!!
"Through The Pain" Featuring
real http://streamos.atlrec.com/real/atlantic/diddy/audio/throughthepain.ram
win http://streamos.atlrec.com/wmedia/atlantic/diddy/audio/throughthepain.wax
zondag 1 juli 2007
SCREAMFEST '07
SCREAMFEST '07 SETS THE SUMMER OFF RIGHT AS
GRAMMY AWARD WINNING ARTISTS T.I. & CIARA
HIT THE STAGE ALONG WITH YUNG JOC, T-PAIN & LLOYD
Atlanta, GA --Nothing sets the summer off right better than that favorite barbeque, family reunion, outdoor music festival or concert. This summer, the SCREAM TOUR will be that one concert that thousands of screaming fans will be running to the box office to get, logging online to take advantage of, camping out and jamming the phone lines to purchase and beating down the blogs to talk about.
This year's SCREAM TOUR, aptly titled "SCREAMFEST '07, is the sixth installment in the critically acclaimed SCREAM TOUR concert series that has, in the past, featured everyone from Ne-Yo to Bow Wow, Chris Brown and Omarion. The SCREAM TOUR has built a reputation for bringing together the best of the best in the worlds of rap and R&B to rock the house "LIVE" for one unforgettable night for thousands of urban youth across the country. Throughout its history, the SCREAM TOUR concert series has entertained over one million fans. SCREAMFEST '07 will continue to build on the incredible legacy that has made the SCREAM TOUR a household name among youth. Fans will definitely get high-powered performances filled with intense audience interaction, all within a festival setting delivered by their favorite top-charting artists.
The highly anticipated concert stars one of the hottest rappers of our time, two-time Grammy award winning artist-T.I. and its first female headliner ever and one of the most successful R&B stars of this era-Grammy Award winning, multi-platinum selling entertainer-Ciara. Both Ciara and T.I. continue to capitalize on their multi-platinum selling, award-winning successes. From music to movies, they both have emerged as two of the music industry's premiere power players. T.I., the multi-talented rapper and actor, will be headlining SCREAMFEST '07 in promotion of his fifth Grand Hustle/Atlantic Records album, T.I. vs T.I.P, slated for release on July 3rd. The highly anticipated album includes his current hit single, "Big Things Poppin' " and his new release, "You Know What It Is" featuring Wyclef Jean.
"SCREAMFEST '07 will surpass all expectations. This year I plan on setting the bar extremely high," said T.I. "Nothing like what you're used to. The tour is evolving and becoming more mature. We are going to go hard. I guarantee it will be the tour of the summer and you can bet the house on that."
Ciara is headlining SCREAMFEST '07 in continued promotion of her platinum-selling sophomore release, Ciara: The Evolution, which features the top-charting singles, "Promise" and "Like A Boy" and her new single "Can't Leave 'Em Alone" featuring 50 Cent.
"This is my second time being a part of the SCREAM and I must say that it feels bigger and better this year," said Ciara. "I am very excited about the lineup. It's the hottest names in music and I can guarantee that fans will be excited as well. Expect a lot of energy on this tour and expect to hear hit after hit after hit!"
The concert will also feature Grammy nominated and platinum selling rapper Yung Joc, who drops his second album Hustlenomics on August 28, along with hit-maker T-Pain, who recently released his sophomore album Epiphany, which debuted at #1 on the Billboard charts. Rounding out the featured acts is R&B sensation and heartthrob Lloyd, who's set to perform his hit single, "Get It Shawty." The tour producers have also confirmed that there will be other special guest performers in cities along the way.
Once again, this year's tour will be supported by media giant Black Entertainment Television (BET). This is BET's fifth year as a presenting sponsor of the SCREAM TOUR. In addition to presenting the country's premiere musical superstars from rap to R&B, the SCREAM TOUR concert series has also built a reputation for building powerfully strategic corporate alliances to partner with the tour. This year will be no different. In addition to BET's partnership with SCREAMFEST '07, several high-profile corporations, ranging from communications leaders to broadcast giant's, are preparing to align themselves with this year's tour. All corporate sponsors and content partners will be announced next week. SCREAMFEST '07, presented by BET and SCREAM Star Entertainment, is being produced and marketed by Michael Mauldin and Mauldin Brand Agency for SCREAM Star Entertainment.
SCREAMFEST '07 DATES ARE AS FOLLOWS:
August 3rd New Orleans , LA New Orleans Arena
August 4th Houston , TX Toyota Center
August 6th Dallas, TX Nokia Theatre
August 9th Cleveland, OH Wolstein Center at CSU
August 10th Chicago, IL Allstate Arena
August 11th St. Louis, MO Scottrade Arena
August 12th Kansas City, MO Kemper Arena
August 16th Detroit , MI Joe Louis Arena
August 17th Indianapolis , IN Indiana State Fairgrounds
August 18th Washington , DC Verizon Center
August 19th Hampton , VA Hampton Coliseum
August 21st Mansfield , MA Tweeter Center
August 22nd New York , NY Madison Square Garden
August 23rd Philadelphia , PA Wachovia Spectrum
August 24th Baltimore , MD 1st Mariner Arena
August 25th Greensboro , NC Greensboro Coliseum
August 26th Atlanta , GA Philips Arena
August 29th Denver , CO Coors Amphitheatre
August 31st San Jose , CA HP Pavilion
September 1st Los Angeles , CA Gibson Amphitheatre
September 2nd Los Angeles , CA Gibson Amphitheatre
CITIES GOING ON SALE THIS WEEKEND
Friday, June 29th - Cleveland , OH
Friday, June 29th - Detroit , MI
Saturday, June 30th - Houston , TX
About SCREAM Star Entertainment
SCREAM Star Entertainment is a multi-dimensional, artist development, entertainment brand driven by content and focused on the youth ages 13-25. It is dedicated to maximizing its relationship with the elusive teen market through its current programs, platforms & plans; including: SCREAM TOUR CONCERT SERIES, SCREAM STAR RECORDS, R U THE NEXT SCREAM STAR?, SCREAM STAR RADIO, SCREAM STAR MAGAZINE AND THE SCREAM STAR FOUNDATION.
About BET
BET Networks is the leading provider of media and entertainment for African Americans and consumers of Black culture on a global b asi s. The primary BET cable network reaches more than 85 million households, and can be seen in the United States , Canada and the Caribbean . BET Networks is the preeminent entertainment brand serving African Americans and consumers of Black culture on a global b asi s.
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