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Collabo - A Music Industry Mixer, "Women in Power Part 2"

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Contacts: DLN Marketing Communications & Consulting
David Nobel nobel.david@gmail.com
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COLLABO – “What’s Behind The Girl’s Club” Part 2
April’s Collabo continues with Part 2 to Fall ’08 introspective panel of female movers and shakers in the urban entertainment industry
All-Female Panel will engage the audience of enthusiasts and tastemakers with valuable insight


Chicago – After the success of “What Behind The Girl’s Club” this past November of 2008, many things have stayed the same while a lot has changed during these difficult times. As the world experiences its own evolution, there still remains a significant presence of women who lead, execute and implement things in front and behind the scenes of some of today’s biggest and growing companies.

Their personal journey isn’t one without a testimony as they still have the challenges of being in a male-dominated industry. From the world of radio to even music, these women have created opportunities as entrepreneurs, dealmakers and still find time for balance with family and friends.

Collabo is a music industry mixer for all aspiring and established artists which is the brainchild of Mary Datcher, President of On The Streets Promotions and Marketing. Collabo comes from the word collaborate, which means, “to work jointly with others especially in an intellectual endeavor”.

This monthly event features industry professional that are part of Chicago’s music scene as well as informative seminars conducted by a team of panelists. This installment of Collabo will be hosted this Tuesday April 21st at The Victor Hotel from 7pm-11pm at 311 N Sangamon Ave. Khris ‘First Lady’ Raye of Radio One WTLC-FM (Indianapolis) and Gospel clustermate WTLC-AM (1310 the Light) will be the moderator for April’s Collabo.


"This month's 'Collabo' raises the bar in presenting extraordinary women and how they empower the industry with their knowledge, positive energy and insight. Chicago encompasses many people that come from different 'walks of life' and we are proud to provide a platform to allow folks to network with each outside their comfort zone. 'Collabo' has become that conduit for the music and entertainment industry here," says Mary Datcher founder of Collabo.


On the Streets Promotions and Marketing and Chicago Collabo is honored to be announce that Global Mixx will be gearing up with a series of events leading up to the 5th year anniversary Back II Basics that will be held from October 2nd-4th, 2009 in Chicago. The first event will be during the Puerto Rican Festival with ‘Watch Me Dance’ Part 2 on June 19th at the GMIXX stage in Humboldt Park. Dance crews will have another opportunity to compete for cash prizes.

Below is the list of panelists:


 Syleena Johnson– National Recording R&B artist/Entrepreneur/Owner of Aneelys Records
 Regina Evans – Owner of The Regal Theatre (Chicago)/Club Premier
 Sundance – DJ/On-air personality V-103 (Chicago)
 Briahna Gatlin – Freelance Journalist (The Source & All Hiphop)/Owner of Swank Publishing/Publicist
 Tyra Martin – Morning Show Producer WGN-TV Superstation (Chicago)
 Marlo-Martin Jackson – Double M Entertainment and Kedar Entertainment/ Radio personality on Gospel radio WCCD-FM (Cleveland)
 Lyndia Johnson – Sterling Voice Coach/NARAS (Grammy) Board Member




After the panel, everyone can enjoy the live performances from some of today’s hottest talent including Dominique Jones, AK of Do Or Die, DJ G-Spot, MIC Made and STACKZ (Stick-N-Move Entertainment)
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Sponsorship and label inquires chicagocollabo@gmail.com.
For more on Collabo please visit www.myspace.com/chicagocollabo

Additional Information: Must be 21 to enter. No cover charge. Music courtesy of DJ Bigg and Shaun T. Drink specials will be provided by Remy Martin.


ABOUT THE MODERATOR AND PANELISTS:

Khris ‘First Lady’ Raye - Radio One Afternoon on-air personality, Asst. Program Director and Music Director WTLC-FM (Indianapolis) Program Director gospel station AM1310- More than just another voice on the Radio "First Lady" Khris Raye comes to Indianapolis' WTLC-FM from Chicago, where she was the host of "Whispers In The Dark" on top-rated WGCI-FM. Born and raised on Chicago's Southside, First Lady's started her career over 24 years ago singing "House Music and working at WGCI-FM as the first female mixer on the radio in Chicago. Since that time, First Lady has done radio stints in New York, Milwaukee, and Michigan. She is also the recipient of the 2006 Billboard Hip-Hop and R&B Radio Award APD/MD of the year for a large market. Currently, First Lady continues her duties as Afternoon on-air personality, Asst. Program Director and Music Director for the UAC WTLC-FM and has added the duties of Program Director of the Stellar and Marconi nominated gospel station AM1310 The Light WTLC-AM, she is the first woman to hold that position. She and her best friend/hubby Hugo have been together for 14 years and have 3 beautiful teenage daughters between them ages Khumare 18, Ciah 15 and Kristyn 13. First Lady's motto is: "Just do it, because if you don't, somebody else will!"

Syleena Johnson - National Recording R&B artist/Entrepeneur/Owner of Aneelys Records With three critically acclaimed, this 2005 Grammy-nominated artist has worked with some today’s biggest recording artists and producers including R. Kelly, Kanye West, Busta Rhymes, Common, Twista, Jermaine Dupri just to name a few. Released digitally, Chapter 4: Labor Pains is set to be the best R&B album of 2009.

Departing from Jive Records in 2006, Syleena was determined to win after critics said she would fail doing it all on her own. After several broken promises from industry friends and music insiders, she vowed to leave the music business alone forever.

However, one year ago, with help from her sister and Universal Republic executive Avery Lipman, she decided to take her ten years of industry experience; fronting her own money and putting in long hours to launch her own label, Aneelys Records (Syleena spelled backwards), while recording Chapter 4: Labor Pains. Syleena is an established artist, entrepreneur, wife and mother who utilizes her God-given gift of vocals and strength to make her a force to still be reckoned with in the industry.

Regina Evans Owner of The Regal Theatre (Chicago)/Club Premier – Regina Evans has become a dominant force in the Midwest especially in her native Chicago where she is the owner and Director of Operations for the historic Regal Theatre and Club Premier the mammoth entertainment multiplex that serves as a club and concert venue for many partygoers and fans of various genres of music.

Club Premier has seen he hottest superstars such as TI, Too Short, Gucci Mane and a host of emerging independent talent showcase their skills and interact with their legion of fans.

The Regal Theatre was recently reopened with the vision to serve the African-American community with a place for artists to perform just like legendary concert venues The Apollo in Harlem, New York or the Fox Theatre in Detroit.



Sundance - DJ/On-air personality V-103 (Chicago)– Sundance has been a mainstay in Chicago radio for over 15 years where she had various stints on Chicago radio as a smooth yet energetic radio personality and DJ. She still spins at various events in Chicago and across the US incorporating her great ear for music especially hip-hop.

Sundance was one the pioneers of the hip-house movement in the early 90’s with her collaboration with Fast Eddie on the hip-house classic “Git Up On It.”

Currently, Sundance is an on-air personality with V-103 in Chicago the top-rated urban contemporary station playing the best of old and new school hits.


Briahna Gatlin - Freelance Journalist (The Source & All Hiphop)/Owner of Swank Publishing/Publicist - Briahna Gatlin is an established urban journalist on the cutting edge of Hip Hop, Rap, R&B and all other forms of music. She has a Bachelors Degree in Magazine Journalism with over 6 years of experience in writing for Source Magazine, Mass Appeal Magazine, XXL Magazine and Red Eye Tribune as well as other printing and online publications. Briahna has participated in various internships throughout the country including VIBE Magazine, Impact Magazine and N’Digo Magapaper. She has written pieces ranging from biographies to concert reviews, feature articles and interviewed an array of signed and unsigned artist within the music industry.

Briahna is a former executive associate of True Star Magazine and served as the Editorial Director for True Star Magazine and Scream Star Magazine, creating and building a brand that has become prominent among the teen demographic within Chicago. Along with this leadership role she was instrumental in creating the concept, content and personality of the publication as well as leveraging various relationships including Warner Bros., Atlantic Records, Jive Records, Sony BMG, Interscope, Island Def Jam Music Group, Solemates Chicago, Self-Conscious Clothing Store and Tribune Foundation as well as other local and national corporations in the publications success.

She also has experience in media consulting, creating media kits & bios, event coordinating along with sponsorship and a vast history of proposal and contract writing. Briahna has over 6 years of grant writing experience in the non-profit sector and also participates as an Instructor in After School Matters Organization for teens. She recently started Swank Publishing, which specializes in customized media publishing and has contributed to producing several Scream Star Magazines specific to the tour itself as a specialty magazine. She is currently working on the HUE project, which specializes in creatively educating the community on social issues such as HIV/AIDS, Gun Violence, Smart Green Economical Living and other issues.



Tyra Martin - Morning Show Producer WGN-TV Superstation (Chicago) - Weekend trips to L.A. and New York, a couple of Emmy nominations, celebrity numbers in her cell phone... It's a glamorous life, all lived on a few hours of sleep and Lean Cuisine frozen dinners.

Tyra Martin wakes up at about 3am, the second alarm, sitting on a table in the hallway goes off a half-hour later. She counts on the cold hardwood in her apartment to wake her up… because while her own will isn't enough to get her out of the bed, it's helped keep her going during a career of days that start out weary eyed but leave her satisfied by the time she returns often late at night.

After having lots of fun at Clark Atlanta University, picking up a book or two at Eastern Illinois University and finally getting serious about school at Illinois' Governor's State University, Tyra took the scenic route to television.

But it was telling and retelling all the crazy stories from those college days that prepared her to tell other people's stories as her first job in television… a news writer for WGN.

The early mornings, long days and years eating microwave meals while half asleep have paid off.

Since starting out as an intern over a decade ago, Tyra's become one of the senior segment producers for WGN's acclaimed Morning News. As the Entertainment Producer she works closely with critic and reporter Dean Richards and books many of the celebrity guests that appear on the show. As a respected member of the film industry's television press core, she travels to bring Chicago viewers candid conversations with their favorite stars.

Marlo-Martin Jackson– Double M Entertainment and Kedar Entertainment/ Radio personality on Gospel radio WCCD-FM (Cleveland) - A woman of many talents with over 15 years of experience and a knack for breaking records, Marlo Martin-Jackson and her company, Double M Entertainment, is the best at creating and executing successful promotions and marketing campaigns.

Hailing from Hartford, CT., Marlo started as an intern for the illustrious, Bill Stephany at StepSun Records. People were willing to take more chances with new records.” Her love of the job and the music earned her another quick step promotion. Within the year her duties expanded to include National Mix Show, then National Director of Street Promotions and Marketing.

Some of the major records she was responsible for breaking in those early days, “Where My Homies” by Ill & Al Scratch and Missy Elliott's breakthrough record with Gina Thompson, “The Things You Do”. During this time she also snagged two awards from Gavin Magazine, in 1996 Promotions Person of the Year and Rap Woman of the Year in 1999.


Some of Double M's satisfied clients include: DJ G-Spot, Koch Entertainment, Kedar Entertainment, Legacy Recordings/SONY, Atlantic Records, Tommy Boy Records, Red Level Entertainment, Thrasher Entertainment, Leap Ov Faith Promotions, JCOR Records, Warner Brothers, Virgin Records, MCA Records, Motown Records, Universal Records, Dee Money Entertainment, J Jones Entertainment, Big Willie Promotions, Cuzzo Music, Sanctuary Records, Empire Visual Entertainment, Concord Records, Bazz Music, Burnin' Hot Entertainment, GAD Entertainment, Boone Farm Promotions, Lost Land Entertainment, Hillbilly Records, Urban Law Management, Street Law Records, Uncle Sam, Quanie Cash Films, Gravity Entertainment, Selym and Urban Box Office.

Eight years ago, Marlo relocated to Cleveland, Ohio. The change of scenery has allowed her to learn the Midwest market even more while maintaining solid relationships nationally. Currently, she is the Ohio Valley and West Coast Regional for Kedar Entertainment, the home of R&B greats Joe, Chico Debarge and Algebra.

Marlo is also developing another natural talent, her unique voice. (Anyone who's ever spoken to Marlo remembers her inviting pitch and unique tone.) Marlo is an on-air personality for WCCD-Cleveland (Gospel and Christian Formats) www.radio1000.org on Saturdays and Sunday mornings. For her voice-over work, she is currently represented by the Ciao Agency and Sizzle Productions.


Lyndia Johnson - Sterling Voice Coach/NARAS (Grammy) Board Member - Lyndia Johnson has been a professional vocalist for more than 20 years, beginning in her Baptist Church Choir at the age of 7. Ms. Johnson’s formal vocal training began at the age of 15 and she made her operatic debut with the Opera Company of Philadelphia at the age of 16, as the Strawberry Girl in George Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess. Ms. Johnson received early acclaim and went on to win several vocal competitions, which catapulted into touring as a professional concert recitalist throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Maryland before the age of 18.

In 1992, Ms. Johnson received a full scholarship to pursue graduate studies at Roosevelt University’s Chicago College of Performing Arts and has advanced studies in voice/speech pathology.

Ms. Johnson has traveled extensively, performing in the U.S. and Europe and in 1995, left the concert stage to begin a second career as voice coach. Ms. Johnson founded Sterling Voice Coaching, Ltd., and concentrates her efforts to helping R&B, Gospel, Pop and Jazz vocalists achieve maximum vocal results with minimum vocal damage. Ms. Johnson works closely with doctors of voice and speech pathology and is in partnership with the University of Illinois Chicago Institute for Voice Care to help singers who suffer from vocal strain, nodules and polyps.

Ms. Johnson has developed a comprehensive vocal coaching technique that boasts an impressive client roster of Warner Brothers and Sony Records recording artists, amateur artists, choirs and producers. Ms. Johnson has been noted for having an “incredible ear” in recognizing vocal talent and for her unique ability to spot, diagnose and prevent vocal problems in singers before they begin.

Ms. Johnson lectures music organizations, managers, producers and choirs on the importance of healthy singing and a strong vocal technique without compromising singing style. She is a much sought after voice coach and adjudicator, specifically among R&B, Gospel and Pop singers as well as choir directors and producers.

Lyndia Johnson sits on the board of directors for the National Association of Black Female Executives in Music and Entertainment (NABFEME); and the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences. (NARAS)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 10th, 2008
For More Information Contact:
CoalMine Music, Inc. 630.544-7296
jc@coalminemusic.com

(Chicago, Illinois – December 10th, 2008) Producer Grant Parks and CoalMine Music are releasing their much anticipated 6th compilation “Thou Shall Not Hate – A Change Has Come – Part 3”, January 20th, 2009. All tracks produced by Grant Parks, this album has a wide range of tracks with dynamic sound and originality. It adequately covers every region and genre of hip-hop music. You get a little East & West Coast, Midwest and the South - Hip Hop period. This series also features two of Hip Hop’s Greats – KRS One and Sadat X and others such as: Twanie Ranks, Doctor Who, Pugs Atomz, Kenny Bogus, Turtle Banxx, Co-Still, M Dubbz, G Positive & Pearl Harbor, Reno Chinati, Crystal LaJuene, Nemesis, Straw, Prime, Que B.I.L.L.A.H., Anonymous(The Great) and Seryiouz.
This CD also contains a bonus track, Self Destruction 2009 – featuring KRS One, Syleena Johnson, Twista, Crucial Conflict, Phil G, Kenny Bogus, Straw and Pugs Atomz, Produced by Grant Parks. Grant Parks and CoalMine Music worked with KRS One and his Stop the Violence Movement in an effort to use music to help spread the message of “Stopping the Violence”. Chicago has suffered from high numbers of senseless killings over the last year and there is an urgent need to release this song. KRS One, The Stop the Violence Movement, Grant Parks and CoalMine Music thanks all the artists for their participation in making this happen!
Also, Grant Parks included two bangin’ Remixes – Wutham by Jak Frost featuring Shawnna and Swagger Like Chi featuring Naledge, Marvo, Bump J, Mikkey, Really Doe and GLC.
Beginning Monday December 29th, 1 MP3 free download will be released every week, leading up to the official free digital release – January 20th, 2009.

MP3s & digital download release will be sent via email, available across the web and on the following sites:

coalminemusic.com // myspace.com/grantparks // myspace.com/coalminemusic

Collabo - "What's behind the Girls Club?"

For Immediate Release:

Contacts: DLN Marketing Communications & Consulting
David Nobel nobel.david@gmail.com
312.420.2274 (m)

COLLABO – "What's Behind The Girl's Club"
November's Collabo builds on momentum of historic victory by native son President-elect Barack Obama
All-Female Panel provides valuable insight on their personal journey and successful accomplishments


Chicago - The urban entertainment community has always had powerful women in the fore-front and behind the scenes making deals, executing campaigns and overall delivering quality work for their clients. November's Collabo 'What's Behind The Girl's Club' reveals some of today's best and brightest stars that make things happen and their journey getting there.

Collabo is a music industry mixer for all aspiring and established artists which is the brainchild of Mary Datcher, President of On The Streets Promotions and Marketing. Collabo comes from the word collaborate, which means, "to work jointly with others especially in an intellectual endeavor".

This monthly event features industry professional that are part of Chicago's music scene as well as informative seminars conducted by a team of panelists. The eleventh installment of Collabo will be hosted this Tuesday November 18th at The Victor Hotel from 7pm-11pm at 311 N Sangamon Ave.

This distinguished all-female panel includes leading marketing, PR, editorial, radio and management experts. They have worked with various clients and projects that consumers have witnessed through a diverse portfolio of mediums and events.

"I'm honored to have such talented and phenomenal women to take part of November's 'Collabo' and share their knowledge and expertise. We have gotten such a demand from other industry professionals that we are doing a Part 2 'Women In Power' panel in March '09," says Mary Datcher founder of Collabo and this month's moderator.


On November 4th, 2008 Chicago was part of history with President-elect Barack Obama becoming the first African-American president. Now the First lady Michelle Obama sets the standard for an influential and prestigious women in all facets of business to continue to thrive.

Below is the list of panelists:


Pat Edwards– Power 92/Soul 106
C. Nicole Pierce - C. Nicole Public Relations/The PR Girl
Juan Kirkman- Hotel Sax
Czarina Mirani - 5 Magazine
Deidre Turner- Elise Management
Allison Jordan - Jordan Management
Nia Beckwith- Soul 106/Allhiphop.com
Kaye Fox - Recording artist/songwriter/performer




After the panel, everyone can enjoy the live performances of S.O.L.A.R.'s Entertainment artist, Big Bane and Stick -N-Move Entertainment's The Sho.

Sponsorship and label inquires chicagocollabo@gmail.com.
For more on Collabo please visit www.myspace.com/chicagocollabo

Additional Information: Must be 21 to enter. No cover charge; complimentary food will be provided until exhausted. Music by DJ Bigg of Soul Selectors.


ABOUT THE PANELISTS:


Pat Edwards - Power 92 and Soul 106 Pat Edwards is a music industry veteran that has worked for major record labels Motown Records and Capitol Records. She is responsible for breaking and working with platinum recording artists, Boys II Men, Johnny Gill, Diana Ross, Smokey Robinson and Stevie Wonder. Currently, Pat is the Marketing Director for Crawford Broadcasting Chicago radio stations, Power 92 and Soul 106.

C. Nicole Pierce - C. Nicole Public Relations/The PR Girl - Nicole is an entertainment publicist and author in Chicago. She is also known as C. Nicole the PR Girl and she has been working in the industry a short while, but in a short time created and executed successful PR campaigns with past and current clients including : Headline Newz Entertainment, D2 Music Management who manages R&B superstar Trey Songz, J-Kwon (Hood Hop Music), H.A.S Magazine, Bad Byzz, G Tee Shotta, Rob Grimes, Total Dynasty Entertainment & I Stand With Magic (Chicago).

Aside from the wonderful world of publicity, promotions and events, she is also a published author.

Within a year, she has published in two separate anthologies Mocha Chocolate: Taste A Piece of Ecstasy was released March 29, 2008 by Nayberry Books. The second, "Don't Trip" is an urban anthology published by Aldridge Publishing which was released in the summer of 2008. Nicole also a contributing writer for GritsandEggs.com and EyeInPR.com.

Juan Kirkman - Hotel Sax formerly House of Blues Hotel - Juan B. Kirkman is the Entertainment Marketing Director and is responsible for working with entertainment driven events at the former House of Blues Hotel and now luxury boutique style, Hotel Sax. She has hosted high profile celebrities such as Fergie, Kanye West, Common, Roy Jones, Jr. and the list goes on.


Czarina Mirani - 5 Magazine - Czarina is the publisher and founder of the number 1 House Dance music magazine in the Midwest. She has been a driving force behind the Dance and House music scene. She has had multiple events that has showcased the talents of legends Steve 'Silk' Hurley, Maurice Joshua and Frankie Knuckles who also graced the cover of 5 magazine.


Deidre Turner - Elise Management - Deidre is the manager of R&B sensation Ben One and has worked with music groups, Risque and Grammy-award winning rapper Lupe Fiasco.


Allison Jordan– Jordan Management - Allison has worked in the entertainment industry for 20 years. With Johnny Carson Productions, HBO Independent Productions and Fox-TV, writing for hit shows like AMEN, ROC and MARTIN, I am co-founder of Tigerlilly Productions with Jackee Harry , WithDrew Productions and CEO of Jordan management. She was a former Literary agent at the William Morris Agency, and President of Operations for Amen Ra, An international E-Commerce and Production Company founded by actor, Wesley Snipes. Allison was one of the first African American Females to run and operate a women's professional sports franchise, GM for the ABl's Chicago Condors and with former husband Craig Hodges, established Hoops For Women and Operation Unite: Save The Youth Foundation that has mentored over 20,000 youth since 1996. She was represented and work with some of the biggest names in Hollywood, Richard Pryor, Guy Smith, Buddy Lewis, Drew Sidora, Lil Fate of DTP, Kool Moe Dee, and TV and film writers, John Fusco, Demond Nakano, Pam Gibson, Nelson George and many more. Currently, she has two TV projects in development with long time friend and partner and co-creator Robi Reed. On a side note I am also a certified Chef and restaurant owner.


Nia Beckwith - Soul 106/Allhiphop.com - Nia Beckwith, also known as "Nia B" currently serves as Assistant Music Director for Soul 106 3 radio station. She started working for Crawford Broadcasting in 2005 and has since worn many hats . An alumnae of Indiana State University, she began her career in radio back 1998 and says that time, passion, and a love for music has been responsible for her growth and gain. While Nia B loves the atmosphere of being behind the scenes she can also be heard from time to time as a fill-in host on Soul 106 3.

In addition to Nia's career in radio, she also works as an Entertainment Journalist and has two weekly columns on "The World's Most Dangerous Website" - allhiphop.com: "Sunday Selection" and "The R&B Rewind". Nia is also a freelance writer for AOL's entertainment news website theboombox.com and is the Music Director and On-Air host for the internet radio station NJS4E.com/Chill FM. myspace.com/niabdammit


Kaye Fox - Recording artist/songwriter/performer Kaye Fox has been part of music scene for several years with cameos on Ghostface Killah and Lupe Fiasco projects just to name a few. Currently, Kaye Fox is working on her album and is being managed by platinum producer Xtreme (Ghostface/Jaheim/Bump J)

The TRUTH Awards has proven again to be one of Chicago most respected and supported events, even thought the red carpet event has not even taken place. I’ve received emails, phone calls and texts wanting to know the details of the show and results of the voting. Well, the voting site was overwhelmed as over 100,000 – exactly 106,489 people logged on and supported their favorite celebrated personality of ‘07/08.


The TRUTH Awards Winners: Giving Respect to The Chicago Connect


Best Album: Lupe Fiasco – The Cool
Best Single: Ben One feat Shawnna – Never Leave My Girl
Hot New Artist: Ivy League
Hottest Producer: Terry Hunter
Best Radio Personality: Trey “The Choklit Jock” Morning Jump Off (Power 92)
Best Radio Station: Power 92
Funniest Comedian: Lil Reel
Hottest Radio DJ: Lil John (WGCI)
Hottest Club DJ: Malik Shabazz
Best Party Promoter: Donski Entertainment
Hottest Neo Soul Artist: Kinki Notti
Hottest Poet: Mel Rob
Best Independent Film/Movie: Burning Truth (IDPH)
Best Gospel Artist: S.O.M.
Hottest Video: Stronger – Kanye West
Person of The Year: Barack Obama


Special recognition awards will be given to individuals for their tireless and committed efforts to the community and the industry

Ms. Syleena Johnson: George Daniels “Keep it Real” Award
Herb Kent: Quincy Jones Life Time Achievement
The producers, writers of the film Burning Truth (IDPH): Donda West Artistic & Education Scholarship Recipients
Steve Hurly, Wayne Williams & Farley Keith in honor of 25 years of house music and their contribution



The TRUTH Awards Gala ’08 will be announced in a few weeks, as well as the performance line up and co host for the evening extravaganza. This gala fundraiser will allow the winners, their families, friends and associates to come out, celebrate and be saluted for their success at this year’s hip hop/R&B awards. Tickets will be available for all who wants to give respect to the Chicago connect, and tables will also be available for purchase and sponsorship is accepted. Call 312.980.2681 or thetruth@midwestgap.com.

Presenting & Supporting Sponsors:


American Family Insurance, Walk Wireless/U.S. Cellular, RX Chicago (Chicago Department of Public Health), The TRUTH Magazine, Coca Cola/Vitamin Water, TRUTHBTold, PHLI, Stay Fresh Entertainment, Young Hustlers Marketing Team, Break Bread Marketing, MG Media & Miles Media Marketing,


Benefiting

TRUTH 4 Literacy after school mentor program & Hip Hop Against H.I.V. awareness campaign


Please Get Out The Hip Hop Vote: Tuesday, November 4th


NOTE: The award show will take a different form over the next few years and if this format seems to be effective then it will remain the direction for the unforeseen future. Thanks and to all who enter this business, remember it’s a business first and for all who continue to strive for greatness – step your game up! Peace, one love and I’m Carl West.

Get Out II Vote House Party Nov. 3rd at Wild Hare

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 26, 2008

(CHICAGO, IL) - In reflection of an historic presidential campaign, two of Chicago's house music legends; The Legendary Terry Hunter of The Chosen Few DJs, and Mustafa Rocks, DJ and creator of the Brotha Man and Afrowear clothing lines, will come together pre-election day cranking out the hottest house records that Chicago is known for; Monday, November, 3, 2008 from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. The event is presented by Basluv Promotions and Act Like It Entertainment at the Wild Hare, 3530 N. Clark St. Chicago, IL 60657. This is more than a house party; this is a push to get people ready to vote on Election Day, November 4th.



Attendees must present their voter registration card to take advantage of a discount admission and ladies are free before 10 pm "We want the attendees to take the election seriously. Our country is facing economic problems, and isn't getting the answers fast enough. This event celebrates the power of the vote, the duty of Americans." says Special Event Coordinator, Antoinette Simmons. "This election shouldn't be taken lightly, a lot is at stake." Participants are also encouraged to wear their favorite candidate's paraphernalia. "We feel that individuals who've registered to vote should be rewarded." says Simmons. "At the end of the evening the music stops and we pump up the crowd; 'it is time to go home, change your clothes, and get out to vote.'"



For further event details, contact basluv@hotmail.com .



For publicity and interviews with Terry Hunter or Mustafa Rocks email; David Nobel at nobel.david@gmail.com or Hope Miles at milesmediamarketing@gmail.com.



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About Terry Hunter - In a career that spans almost two decades, Terry Hunter has worked for Frankie Knuckles and Farley "Jackmaster" Funk. He has spun at the legendary Candy Store and Powerhouse. He has composed innovative remixes for Ten City, Zhane, Joi Cardwell, Crystal Waters, Georgie Porgie and India. He has written for Billboard and is the founder of UBQ Mix Productions. Most recently, he has deepened his musical relationship with Kenny "Dope" Gonzalez of Masters at Work.



About Mustafa Rocks -Chicago DJ and clothing designer Mustafa Rocks is a man of wisdom in the fashion and music world. The creator of the Brotha Man and Afrowear clothing lines, as well as a ridiculously skilled DJ, Mustafa has navigated difficult industries to achieve success.

The TRUTH Awards ‘08: Giving Recognition While Raising Awareness

From The Desk of Carl West

Chicago, Illinois- October 20, 2008- Hello Chicago and supporters of the yearly hip hop/R&B awards. The TRUTH Awards has been actively highlighting the best and brightest of Chicago, and it has been thus far the only award ceremony of its kind to honor and salute Chicago's emerging artist in various of categories.

After careful review and evaluation of the format of The TRUTH Awards, it's to the best interest from a business and logistical stand point that we change the present format to one that will better serve the interest of Chicago and it's commited sponsors.

I've been very proud of the support and love the award show has recieved over the last eight years, and I hope that the show continues to build on it's legacy. I will do everything in my power from a business point of view to continue the show, but to also attract the new emerging market of young and fresh hip hop heads who are looking to swagger their way to hip hop stardom from the Chi.

The new format will not consist of an open to everyone event. The TRUTH Awards Gala, as it will be called will only be produced for the winners of each catogory, special invited guest and tickets/table consumers. The winners will be notified in advance and will have a secured table for their friends, family and supporters to celebrate their victory.


The TRUTH Awards Gala will focus and raise funds for TRUTH 4 Literacy after school mentor program and Hip Hop Against H.I.V. awareness campaign, both founded by MG Media to bring much needed attention to the needs of our community.

Reading, writing and communication skills are lacking amongst some of our youth in the industry and AIDS is growing rapidly within the hip hop generation. And with the financial support of corporate partners like American Family Insurance, RX Chicago (Chicago Department of Public Health), Basauh (Illinois Department of Public Health), Walk Wireless/U.S. Cellular, South Side Community Federal Credit Union, PHLI, The TRUTH magazine, and other generous sponsors, The TRUTH Awards Gala will help shine a light in dark places in the coming years.

The performance part of the show will change as well. There will not be 10 - 12 acts, 5 artists will be carefully chosen to perform at the gala. There will be a fashion show produced exclusively by Johnny Fresh, one of the city's hottest young versitale talents to emerge since Sean Mac. I'm proud to have him on my team. As I move forward in my business, I'm looking to recruit young new bloods who can help my brand continue it's growth as they begin their journey in this tough and cut throat industry. Young Hustlers is the name of my team of 17 - 25 year old street bangers, and you will see these hustlers every where come next spring of 2009.

This is how it's going down at the yearly love fest until further notice. I only hope that all the real Chicago representers will support the winners and show that this city and every starving artists can not only swag on him or herself, but give swagger love to competitors and counterparts.

The new date for the award show gala will be announced soon and the winners will be posted on this and other sites this week. Thanks to all the nominees and continue to work hard and build your business, because there are some hungry young stunnas who are looking to take over this city and Barack has inspired them to change the game. Peace, one love and I'm Carl West. Holla back!

For event information contact: Carl West, Publisher/Editor/CEO MG Media 1-312-980-2681 P.O.Box 19082 Chicago, IL 60619

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About MG Media -A ten-year-old publishing and promotional company based in Chicago. MG Media publishes The TRUTH magazine: Hip Hop Culture at Its Best, The TRUTH magazine highlights Chicago's emerging hip-hop community with positive stories and attractive pictorials. MG Media produces The TRUTH Awards: Giving Respect to the Chicago Connect. The company also created Truth B Told, an e -newsletter focusing on politics and social issues effecting urban America, distributed weekly.