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Pinks, Texas Hardtails Debut Next Week

CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 22, 2005--SPEED Channel VP of Programming Robert Ecker announced today the network has renewed both Unique Whips and Build or Bust for second seasons.

"We are extremely pleased that both Unique Whips and Build or Bust will be returning to the SPEED lineup with all-new episodes beginning next spring," Ecker said. "Audience response to these enthusiast-themed programs has been very gratifying, and with the impending launch of both Pinks (June 29, 8 p.m. ET) and Texas Hardtails (June 28, 8:30 p.m. ET) we continue to affirm our commitment to this segment of our viewership. Looking ahead, we currently are identifying additional properties for future seasons that will further bolster the SPEED brand within this category."

Source: SPEED Channel

Unique Whips (Wednesdays at 9 p.m. ET), shot on location at the New York celebrity car customizing shop of Will Castro, featured season-one appearances by A-list athletes and entertainers, including tennis great Jennifer Capriati, NY Yankees sluggers Jason Giambi and Ruben Sierra, NBA stars Carmelo Anthony, Marcus Camby and Jermaine O'Neal, NFL standouts Lavar Arrington and Byron Leftwich and hip-hop artists Jadakiss and Fat Joe.

"Season one was a hell of an experience -- I didn't realize what kind of impact the show would have on the industry," said Castro, owner of Long Island's Unique Autosports. "But getting out there on SPEED took our work mainstream and introduced our style and our crew to the entire country.

"We were a little nervous about putting our business out there in season one, but I think the entire crew is looking forward to season two," Castro added. "The SPEED viewers are going to see a lot more of the Unique craftsmanship that goes into celebrity cars. I think everyone, including our clients, will be a lot more comfortable with the cameras around and by the end of season two, there will be no doubt as to why Unique stands head and shoulders above some of the other customizing shops."

The 12 new Unique Whips episodes planned for season two will give viewers a look at even more stars and their Unique cars, with plans to include appearances by entertainers Jessica Simpson, Pamela Anderson and Busta Rhymes and NBA standout Vince Carter.

Build or Bust, created and produced by A Band Apart's Scott Gillen, also was given the green light on 11 new episodes to begin next spring. The one-hour show takes an average person with an interest in designing and building his or her own motorcycle, matches them up with a renowned master builder and gives them 30 days to build a bike from the ground up. If the job is completed to the master builder's satisfaction within the allotted time, they get to keep the bike. If not, they walk away bruised and empty-handed.

Beginning June 28, Build or Bust moves to Tuesdays at 9 p.m. ET, strategically positioning it with SPEED Channel's other motorcycle enthusiast fare, including 2 Wheel Tuesday (7:30 p.m. ET), American Thunder (8 p.m. ET) and the first season of Texas Hardtails (8:30 p.m. ET).

"I am thrilled by the show's success and excited about our plans for a second season on SPEED," Gillen said. "Build or Bust is sometimes raw, sometimes a little harsh, but that's because it's real -- and that's why people love the show. In the new season, we plan to introduce Build or Bust's very own shop that will feature everything a custom motorcycle builder might need to create the bike of his or her dreams. We look forward to a long run."

Exile Cycles master builder Russell Mitchell, who starred in most of the season-one episodes, plans to return for season two.

"The first season of Build or Bust was a lot of fun," Mitchell said. "I had a great time working with the wide array of interesting characters who participated. I particularly enjoyed watching their efforts to do in 30 days what it has taken me a lifetime to learn."

SPEED Channel is the nation's first and foremost cable network dedicated to motor sports and the passion for everything automotive. From racing to restoration, motorcycles to movies, SPEED Channel delivers quality programming from the track to the garage. Now available in nearly 70 million homes in North America, SPEED Channel is among the fastest growing sports cable networks in the country.

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London, Paris, Berlin, Rome, Philadelphia and Toronto Performances to be Broadcast on Dedicated XM Channels

WASHINGTON, June 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- XM Satellite Radio, the nation's leading satellite radio company with more than 4 million subscribers, will expand its broadcast coverage of the LIVE 8 concerts to include every artist and every performance live from London, Paris, Berlin, Rome, Philadelphia, and Barrie (Toronto). Offering the most comprehensive radio broadcast coverage with more than 55 hours of performances, XM will dedicate seven channels to the LIVE 8 performances on July 2 -- one for each city, plus an anchor channel that will cut to live performances in different cities around the globe. XM on-air hosts will be on location at various LIVE 8 concert sites.

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XM's exclusive satellite radio broadcasts of LIVE 8 will begin at 9 a.m. ET on July 2. Performances can be heard on the following XM channels:

XM Channel 40 - Live Global Coverage of LIVE 8 Performances
XM Channel 41 - LIVE 8 in London, live from Hyde Park
XM Channel 42 - LIVE 8 in Paris, live from Palais de Versailles
XM Channel 43 - LIVE 8 in Berlin, live from Siegessaule
XM Channel 44 - LIVE 8 in Rome, live from Circus Maximus
XM Channel 45 - LIVE 8 in Philadelphia, live from the Museum of Art
XM Channel 46 - LIVE 8 in Barrie, Canada, live from Park Place

In addition to these channels, XM's live, global coverage of LIVE 8 performances will be simulcast on XM LIVE (XM Channel 200). LIVE 8 performances from London will be simulcast on XM LIVE II (XM Channel 201).

Some of the music industry's most accomplished acts and biggest names will be performing at various LIVE 8 concerts around the world, including Annie Lennox, Barenaked Ladies, Bob Geldof, Bon Jovi, Brian Wilson, Coldplay, Crosby Stills and Nash, The Cure, Dave Matthews Band, Destiny's Child, Dido, Elton John, Faith Hill, Green Day, Jamiroquai, Jay-Z, Joss Stone, Kaiser Chiefs, Keane, Keith Urban, The Killers, Lauryn Hill, Madonna, Mariah Carey, Maroon 5, Motley Crue, Paul McCartney, P Diddy, Pink Floyd, R.E.M., Rob Thomas, Sarah McLachlan, Scissor Sisters, Simple Plan, Snoop Dogg, Snow Patrol, Stevie Wonder, Sting, Tegan & Sara, Tim McGraw, U2 and Velvet Revolver, among others.

The LIVE 8 broadcast will kick off XM's month-long celebration of live music. "JULIVE" will run throughout July across the XM platform with exclusive live performances from XM's massive live music archives. Complete information on XM's exclusive coverage of LIVE 8 and JULIVE is available at http://www.xmradio.com/.

XM is the leader in live music broadcasting. From the start, XM has brought live performances from thousands of artists in the state-of-the-art XM studios to its passionate subscribers. XM also continues to bring the best live performances from the nation's top concert venues and music festivals to its subscribers, including Bonnaroo, Telluride Bluegrass Festival, South by Southwest (SxSW), Willie Nelson's Fourth of July Picnic, Merlefest, the Shortlist Awards, Phish's Coventry show, the CMA Music Festival, Quincy Jones' We are the Future Concert, the Tsunami Aid benefit and Vote for Change.

About XM Satellite Radio

XM (NASDAQ:XMSR) is America's number one satellite radio service with more than 4 million subscribers. Broadcasting live daily from studios in Washington, DC, New York City and Nashville at the Country Music Hall of Fame, XM's 2005 lineup includes more than 150 digital channels of choice from coast to coast: 67 commercial-free music channels, featuring hip hop to opera, classical to country, bluegrass to blues; 64 channels of premier sports, talk, comedy, children's and entertainment programming; and 21 channels of the most advanced traffic and weather information for major metropolitan areas nationwide. XM Satellite Radio is the satellite radio leader in sports programming, offering thousands of live sporting events every year. XM is the official satellite radio network for Major League Baseball, NASCAR, the Indy Racing League, the PGA TOUR, and the college sports conferences ACC, Pac-10, and Big Ten. XM was named Best Radio Service at the 2004 Billboard Digital Entertainment Awards.

XM, the leader in satellite-delivered entertainment and data services for the automobile market through partnerships with General Motors, Honda, Toyota, Hyundai, Nissan and Volkswagen/Audi, is available in more than 120 different vehicle models for 2005. XM also is available in Avis, National, and Alamo rental cars. XM is the exclusive in-flight entertainment service for AirTran Airways, and will soon be available on JetBlue flights. Consumers can experience XM over the Internet through XM Radio Online at http://listen.xmradio.com/. Soon, XM and America Online will launch the world's largest combined digital radio network to be promoted to an audience of 100 million consumers online. For more information about XM hardware, programming and partnerships, please visit http://www.xmradio.com/.

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements in this press release include demand for XM Satellite Radio's service, the Company's dependence on technology and third party vendors, its potential need for additional financing, as well as other risks described in XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc.'s Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on 3-4-05. Copies of the filing are available upon request from XM Radio's Investor Relations Department.
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CONTACT: David Butler of XM Satellite Radio, +1-202-380-4317,
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Dedicated to giving it's visitors up to date news and information, from within the world of black entertainment on both sides of the Atlantic.

London -- (ArriveNet - Jun 24, 2005) --Born and bred in South East London, freelance music journalist Janice Spence, is the founder and Editor-In-Chief of Write On Point! Janice has been a contributor to Don Diva Magazine (UK), Bfm (Black Filmmaker), and US online magazine, Soundslam.com. She has also written several artist/record label profiles and biographies, which have been published in numerous publications over the years.

After spending a considerable amount of time contributing to online and print magazines, Janice decided to set up her own online venture. So in November 2004, Write On Point! made its debut on the World Wide Web, and has steadily built up a loyal following since.

It now boasts exclusive interviews with US hip hop artists, Bones Thugs-N-Harmony, Jim Jones, JR Writer, and also features interviews with the very best in UK underground talent, mixed with thought provoking articles.

Interviews and articles coming soon to Write On Point!

Interviews B Phat (UK) Slim Dutty (UK) Yukmouth (US) Jha Jha (US)

Articles R. Kelly Know Your Friends Hip Hop Beef Whats It Really All About?

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He will be a panelist on the Low Budget Film Summit held at The Directors Guild Of America Building.

Hollywood, CA (PRWEB) June 24, 2005 -- The public is invited to attend the Low Budget Film Summit, which will be held at The Directors Guild Of America building on Friday June 24th 2005. Award wining Hip Hop film director and Sony Innovators Award finalist (Film/TV) Tim Greene of Tim Greene Films.com and The Ultimate Hip Hop Motion Picture Consortium (a venture with marketing guru Beryl Wolk) will be on the Bang for your buck: Guerrilla Marketing Panel, which will go from 2 to 3:30pm. Tim will give you innovative ways to reach your audience for your film without breaking the bank. Tim's feature films are in 21 countries in Spanish, English and French and he now has one of the most watched Hip Hop films on Cinema Now (A Lions Gate Company). Tim Greene's 4th feature film is a G-Rated kid's Hip Hop movie due out in the fall of this year. Tim Greene is known worldwide for funding his feature films with supermarket rebate checks. Read the story at:

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You will also be able to meet Tim Greene at the Uplifting Minds II tour's. Los Angeles stop on Saturday June 25th at the Four-Point Sheraton Hotel at LAX located at 9750 Airport Blvd. Tim will host How to make a feature film on a low budget seminar. The entertainment seminars will go from 1 to 6pm and will also include seminars on entertainment law, studio production, acting techniques, public relations and finding production deals. Then on Sunday June 26th you can meet Tim at the Westfield Shopping town located at 294 Fox Hills Mall in Culver City. Tim and other film and TV personalities will serve as celebrity judges for the Uplifting Minds II Talent Competition from 1 to 4pm. This event is totally free to the public. The talent categories will include singing, acting, songwriting and dance. The ages of the talent are from 7 to 25. For more information on Tim Greene call: (213) 368-8100

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2133688100

A true rags to riches story of Northeastern University graduate Adam Walder, whose passion for underground hip hop morphed from a dorm room hobby into the profitable internet music mail order business of UndergroundHipHop.com. Walder is now taking that business to the next level by opening a physical retail store backed with a revolutionary retail purchasing concept which blurs the lines of online vs. brick and mortar shopping experiences. The flagship location of The UndergroundHipHop.com Store is sure to bring back the love of the underground in a city not traditionally known for its hip hop roots.

(PRWEB) June 23, 2005 -- From 50 visitors a day to over 30,000 a day, from 40 music titles to over 8400 titles, from a small dorm room to a 2500 sq ft. office/retail and still growing; UndergroundHipHop.com is a true entrepreneur success story of passion that really does pay the bills.

From the beginning, Adam Walder was always a fan of the underground hip hop scene. Whether he was managing a mix tape store at the age of 15 or being a 16 year old assistant hip hop DJ at Rutgers University in his home state of New Jersey, he always dreamed of owning his own music store that would promote the music and culture that he loved so much.

While Walder took a round about route in realizing his dream by starting a successful online music retail venture (UndergroundHipHop.com) out of his Northeastern University dorm room in 1997, his initial dream of owning a brick and mortar retail store is now becoming a reality with the opening of The UndergroundHipHop.com Store located at 234 Huntington Avenue in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts.

This 2500 sq. ft. space, with 800 square feet of it being turned into a retail store dedicated underground hip hop music and culture, with the additional 1700 sq. ft. remaining as office space for the internet operations, will sell over 8400 titles of underground hip hop CDs, vinyl records, DVDs and clothing. How do you sell over 8400 titles of independent hip hop artists music in only 800 sq ft. of retail space? This is where Walder works his magic with out of the box thinking and merging of traditional processes with the latest technologies which will help create a whole new experience of purchasing music in a physical retail setting.

The website of UndergroundHipHop.com has successfully grown into a thriving business due to its focus on three aspects of the underground hip hop genre; Providing entertainment via streaming audio by allowing customers to listen to a minimum of one minute all the way up to the full length of a song before purchasing, by creating a community via the online forums and chat rooms which connect thousands of hip hop heads from all over the world, and finally offering the music of un-signed (as well as label-signed artists) to visitors for purchase. These three aspects coupled with a massive music selection and the highest standards of customer service, have propelled UndergroundHipHop.com into one of the most visited online sources in the underground hip hop industry. So how was Walder to translate these online aspects into a physical retail store setting without losing the identity of what made UndergroundHipHop.com so inviting in the first place? His answer to this and other pressing retail concerns was simple keep the inner workings of the online purchasing technology intact and build the traditional retail store environment around it.

Walder plans to set up computer terminals within the store which would allow customers to come in, easily search through and view details on the 8400 items carried, listen to the music, place their order via the computer terminal and then proceed up to the register to pick up and purchase their requested items. With the traditional retail environment remaining intact with new releases and top sellers being on display, an apparel section and a small lounge area reserved for customers to relax and discuss the happenings of the hip hop community, this is a new concept that is sure to take the music retail industry by storm.

Similar to the book picking system at the Boston Public library, where the majority of the book stacks can only be accessed by an employee of the library to retrieve books for the customer, this in-store, online purchasing concept is beneficial to the retail sector in numerous ways. Inventory issues that are consistently plaguing the music retail industry including misplaced or damaged items and theft will no longer eat up profits. Also, since the majority of stock is stored in back within an office structured environment, significantly less up-front retail space is necessary to housing addition, the likeliness of closing a sale is increased because a customer can listen to any and every song in an extended 1 minute to full length sample before making a purchase.

While some of the larger music retail franchises have taken a step in a similar direction with music listening stations and scanners, their limited 30 second snippets combined with a bogged down search system creates frustration and risk in the music purchase process. Staying true to the underground way of doing things, UndergroundHipHop.com refuses to bend and follow the traditional retail store structure. Instead, they have taken what they know works and are bending the rules of the retail industry to work within the context of new Internet and music technologies that have made the company what it is today.

Walders persistence and passion were able to pay the bills, but will they be able to bend an entire music retail industry? Come by the new store location to find out.

Anticipated opening date for The UndergroundHiphop.com Store is May 15th located at 234 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Lynn Walder
UNDERGROUNDHIPHOP.COM
http://www.undergroundhiphop.com/
617-262-0200

LOS ANGELES, June 23 /PRNewswire/ -- In July, Showtime will be putting on some fireworks of its own with a showcase of the network's hottest event programming featuring music heavyweights like USHER, Jay-Z, and Britney Spears and comedy kings George Lopez and Christopher Titus. The encore special events will air every Saturday night at 10 p.m. (ET/PT).

The special event showcase will begin on July 9th with comedian Christopher Titus who shatters the institution of family while mining comedy from tragedy and his real-life childhood memories, including living with an alcoholic father and a suicidal mother. The special NORMAN ROCKWELL IS BLEEDING was taped live at UCLA's Freud Playhouse on the university's campus in Westwood, California.

Then on July 16th Showtime will offer a double feature with an encore presentation of the concert event of the year: One Night One Star Usher Live. This concert is the multi-Grammy(R) winner's only televised concert in 2005 and features songs from Usher's chart-topping album, "Confessions." This will be followed at 11:35 by Multi-platinum recording artist Jay-Z's first full length, televised concert JAY-Z IN CONCERT, which aired on Showtime in 2003. The concert was the first time a hip-hop artist had a full-length concert broadcast live on television.

On July 23, multi-platinum superstar Britney Spears will turn up the heat in a full-length, concert taped live during THE ONYX HOTEL TOUR 2004. The showcase will wrap up on July 30 with the critically-acclaimed comedy special, GEORGE LOPEZ: WHY YOU CRYING? which was Lopez's first solo televised special. This hour-long special was taped before a standing-room-only live audience at the Terrace Theater in Long Beach, California.

For more information on this terrific line-up visit SHO.com

Showtime Networks Inc. (SNI), which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Viacom Inc., owns the premium television networks SHOWTIME(R), THE MOVIE CHANNEL(TM) and FLIX(R), as well as the multiplex channels SHOWTIME(R) TOO(TM), SHOWTIME(R) SHOWCASE, SHOWTIME EXTREME(R), SHOWTIME BEYOND(R), SHOWTIME NEXT(R), SHOWTIME WOMEN(R), SHOWTIME FAMILYZONE(R) and TMC xtra. SNI also offers SHOWTIME HD(R), THE MOVIE CHANNEL HD(R), SHOWTIME ON DEMAND(R) and THE MOVIE CHANNEL ON DEMAND(TM). SNI operates and manages the premium television network SUNDANCE CHANNEL(R), which is a venture between NBC Universal, Robert Redford, and Showtime Networks Inc. All SNI feeds provide enhanced sound using Dolby Digital 5.1. SNI markets and distributes sports and entertainment events for exhibition to subscribers on a pay-per-view basis through SHOWTIME(R) PPV. Additionally, the advertiser-supported television network SHOWTIME is available in Turkey through a joint venture with UK-based Zone Vision.

Source: Showtime Networks Inc.

CONTACT: Brooks Jewell, Trade PR, +1-212-708-1380,
brooks.jewell@showtime.net

Web site: http://www.sho.com/

The CEO of Safari Clothing, Mike Asadourian, has just signed a deal with NY hip-hop rap artist Minus P and W.H. Entertainment for a 6 month period in which the rap artist will be the spokes-person for their clothing line.

ThugLifeArmy.com Press Release -- (ArriveNet - Jun 23, 2005) -- The CEO of Safari Clothing, Mike Asadourian, has just signed a deal with NY hip-hop rap artist Minus P and W.H. Entertainment for a 6 month period in which the rap artist will be the spokes-person for their clothing line.

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Minus is shown in the picture above modeling a hand-painted Dominican flag logo shirt and jeans from Safari clothing.

You can catch more of NY based rap artist Minus P on his upcoming mix tape "The best in the Heights Vol. 1". The release features apperances by hip-hop and rap artists Immortal Technique, E.Dot, Angelous, DJ Radio, DJ Big Mike, DJ L Boogs as well as collabs with Aftermath's Game, B-Real and Rockness (Heltah Skeltah), upcoming artists Mey Vidal, Kendo (CA), JayWise, E-Turnal and many others will be featured as well. More information on Minus P and his projects on www.minusp.com .

To contact Safari clothing for your custom designs, pricings and needs E-mail Cadicmr@hotmail.com or call (818) 606-5450 and tell them you heard about them from Minus P and the W.H. Entertainment team.

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XM's Exclusive Satellite Radio Broadcast to Feature Performances by Madonna, R.E.M., Coldplay, Joss Stone, Snoop Dogg, U2, Dave Matthews Band, Rob Thomas, P Diddy, Will Smith, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, Jamiroquai, Crosby Stills and Nash, Pink Floyd and More

WASHINGTON, June 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- XM Satellite Radio (NASDAQ:XMSR) , the nation's leading satellite radio service with more than 4 million subscribers, announced today that it will broadcast LIVE 8 performances from around the globe. On July 2, XM will carry LIVE 8 concerts from London, Paris, Berlin, Rome and Philadelphia with XM personalities covering the performances live on location. XM's exclusive satellite radio broadcasts of LIVE 8 will begin at 9 a.m. ET on July 2 with performances from London and Paris on XM LIVE (XM Channel 200) and performances from Berlin, Rome and Philadelphia on XM LIVE II (XM Channel 201).

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"LIVE 8 is that rare, global event that unites under a common cause an extraordinary line-up of talented musical artists from diverse genres and we are honored to be the exclusive satellite radio broadcaster for this event," said XM Satellite Radio Executive Vice President of Programming Eric Logan. "The millions of XM listeners who won't be able to attend this historic musical event will still have the opportunity to experience all of the excitement and, of course, hear all that great music."

Some of the music industry's most accomplished acts and biggest names will be performing at various LIVE 8 concerts around the world, including Annie Lennox, Bob Geldof, Bon Jovi, Brian Wilson, Coldplay, Crosby Stills and Nash, The Cure, Dave Matthews Band, Dido, Elton John, Faith Hill, Jamiroquai, Jay-Z, Joss Stone, Kaiser Chiefs, Keane, Keith Urban, The Killers, Lauryn Hill, Madonna, Mariah Carey, Maroon 5, Paul McCartney, P Diddy, Pink Floyd, R.E.M., Rob Thomas, Sarah McLachlan, Scissor Sisters, Snoop Dogg, Snow Patrol, Stevie Wonder, Sting, Tim McGraw, U2 and Velvet Revolver, among others.

The LIVE 8 broadcast will kick off XM's month-long celebration of live music. "JULIVE" will run throughout July across the XM platform with exclusive live performances from XM's massive live music archives. Complete information on XM's exclusive coverage of LIVE 8 and JULIVE is available at http://www.xmradio.com/.

XM is the leader in live music broadcasting. From the start, XM has brought live performances from thousands of artists in the state-of-the-art XM studios to its passionate subscribers. XM also continues to bring the best live performances from the nation's top concert venues and music festivals to its subscribers, including Bonnaroo, Telluride Bluegrass Festival, South by Southwest (SxSW), Willie Nelson's Fourth of July Picnic, Merlefest, the Shortlist Awards, Phish's Coventry show, the CMA Music Festival, Quincy Jones' We are the Future Concert, the Tsunami Aid benefit and Vote for Change.

About XM Satellite Radio

XM is America's number one satellite radio service with more than 4 million subscribers. Broadcasting live daily from studios in Washington, DC, New York City and Nashville at the Country Music Hall of Fame, XM's 2005 lineup includes more than 150 digital channels of choice from coast to coast: 67 commercial-free music channels, featuring hip hop to opera, classical to country, bluegrass to blues; 64 channels of premier sports, talk, comedy, children's and entertainment programming; and 21 channels of the most advanced traffic and weather information for major metropolitan areas nationwide. XM Satellite Radio is the satellite radio leader in sports programming, offering thousands of live sporting events every year. XM is the official satellite radio network for Major League Baseball, NASCAR, the Indy Racing League, the PGA TOUR, and the college sports conferences ACC, Pac-10, and Big Ten. XM was named Best Radio Service at the 2004 Billboard Digital Entertainment Awards.

XM, the leader in satellite-delivered entertainment and data services for the automobile market through partnerships with General Motors, Honda, Toyota, Hyundai, Nissan and Volkswagen/Audi, is available in more than 120 different vehicle models for 2005. XM also is available in Avis, National, and Alamo rental cars. XM is the exclusive in-flight entertainment service for AirTran Airways, and will soon be available on JetBlue flights. Consumers can experience XM over the Internet through XM Radio Online at http://listen.xmradio.com/. Soon, XM and America Online will launch the world's largest combined digital radio network to be promoted to an audience of 100 million consumers online. For more information about XM hardware, programming and partnerships, please visit http://www.xmradio.com/.

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements in this press release include demand for XM Satellite Radio's service, the Company's dependence on technology and third party vendors, its potential need for additional financing, as well as other risks described in XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc.'s Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on 3-4-05. Copies of the filing are available upon request from XM Radio's Investor Relations Department.
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CONTACT: Anne-Taylor Griffith of XM Satellite Radio, +1-202-380-4151,
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MTV & VH1 Are Exclusive LIVE U.S. Television Partners for Live 8's 'The Long Walk To Justice' Airing July 2 from 12-8pm ET/9am-5pm PT

LONDON and NEW YORK, June 22 /PRNewswire/ -- In an unprecedented global music initiative, MTV Networks services around the world will air customized programming from the upcoming Live 8 concerts being held in multiple international venues on July 2nd, potentially reaching a world-wide audience of more than 1 billion people.

In the United States alone, MTV, VH1 and MTV's college network, mtvU, will run a shared feed for the first time ever, capturing the biggest moments of this universal music effort to help fight poverty. From 12-8pm ET/9am-5pm PT, the sister networks will provide select LIVE coverage from every corner of the world, along with interviews with participating artists and fans on site, and produced packages that will look at everything from the original 1985 Live Aid concert to what is set to take place at the upcoming G8 conferences Live 8 is hoping to influence in 2005. In addition, CMT and VH1 Classic will be involved in showcasing Live 8 performances reflective of their brands in separate highlight programming the day after the concerts take place.

Outside of the United States, hourly bulletins comprised of performances, backstage interviews and specially created packages will air on MTV, VH1 and TMF (The Music Factory) brands internationally. In addition, VH1 India will broadcast 12 hours of Live 8 footage showcasing highlights from all the event venues. Finally on July 3, the day after the concerts take place, a one-hour Live 8 special with featured global performances will be made available to MTV Networks music channels around the world.

As the motivating force behind 1985's Live Aid concert, Sir Bob Geldof is leading the effort for this year's Live 8 concerts, alongside formidable international campaigns whose goals are to eradicate poverty in the world's poorest countries. "Make Poverty History" in the U.K. and in the U.S., DATA's "One" Campaign led by Bono, each with millions of supporters around the world, have joined forces for a "Global Call to Action Against Poverty."

"Our proudest moments are when we use our unique global position to help connect our audience with the important events of the day and offer a creative outlet for artists to express themselves about the issues of our time," said Judy McGrath, MTV Networks Chairman. "Live 8 is one of those moments and we're glad to join our musical brothers and sisters in every corner of the world to help shine the spotlight on ending poverty."

Commented Van Toffler, President of MTV Networks Music Group, "Music has always served as a lightning rod for social change and commentary. Over the last few weeks, an incredible passion has been building around Live 8's mission and we want to help bring that passion back to our audience. By empowering our viewers to take action against poverty, we're reinforcing the message that as world citizens, we're all in this together."

According to Live 8's Worldwide Executive Producer Kevin Wall, "America Online recognizes that the Live 8 show is gaining momentum and becoming bigger by the minute and in the spirit of the event, have decided to open the door and get it to as many people as possible. They are delighted to have MTV and VH1 come on board and contribute."

This marks the longest period MTV has gone LIVE for a televised event since Woodstock '99. Twenty years ago this July 13th, MTV: Music Television presented wall to wall coverage of the first Live Aid concert organized by Sir Bob Geldof's organization, Band Aid. A veritable who's who of rock and pop music performed from two stadiums on two continents to benefit African famine relief. Many of the now legendary artists who performed at the original Live Aid will be on hand for this year's Live 8, along with current artists from every musical genre including pop, rock, hip-hop, rap and country.

Salli Frattini, Lee Rolontz and Dave Sirulnick will Executive Produce on behalf of MTV Networks in the United States. Richard Godfrey is Executive Producing on behalf of MTV International.

MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom International Inc. (NYSE:VIA) (NYSE:VIA.B) , is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. MTV Networks, with 100 channels worldwide, owns and operates the following television programming services -- MTV: MUSIC TELEVISION, MTV2, VH1, mtvU, NICKELODEON, NICK at NITE, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV LAND, SPIKE TV, CMT, NOGGIN, LOGO, MTVN INTERNATIONAL and THE DIGITAL SUITE FROM MTV NETWORKS, a package of 13 digital services, all of these networks are trademarks of MTV Networks. MTV Networks connects with its audiences through its robust consumer products businesses and its more than 80 interactive properties worldwide, including online, broadband, wireless and interactive television services and also has licensing agreements, joint ventures, and syndication deals whereby all of its programming services can be seen worldwide.

Source: MTV Networks

CONTACT: Polly Stevens of MTV Europe, +44-207-478-6615; or Laura Nelson
of VH1, +1-212-846-7920; or Jeannie Kedas of MTV Networks Music Group,
+1-212-846-4629; or Ariana Urbont of MTVN, +1-310-752-8079; or Janine Iamunno
of MTV, +1-212-846-6992

Web site: http://www.mtv.com/

Bridge Entertainment is bring Detroit's Motown favor to HIP HOP and Rap. The first group out is DAC Squad, a young group of talented rappers with a powerful sound. They have the "IT", these young rappers are blazing tail for other Detroiters to follow. They are just asking for YOU to listen.

(PRWEB) June 23, 2005 -- I asked them what does DAC Squad mean? They all give me different answers. I wll not repeat them at this time. These young men have been together for over eight years, and many of them are blood consins. Yes they do have much to bring to the Hip Hop World.

They did tell me that this group has sixteen members, here are four of them that wanted to sign with Bridge Entertainment and open the doors for the rest of the DAC Squad's Family: Lord Zeus, LyRic, Relly Rell, Tee Nutty.

Lord Zeus BKA Micheal Grimes, has a strong voice and brings the power needed to move the whole crowd.

LyRic BKA David Freeman, with knowledge of self, he brings truth to his lyrics with his eyes wide open.

Relly Rell BKA Durell Holloway, a laid back smooth style, he's like a young LL Kool J in the 80's.

Tee Nutty BKA Tyrone Harris, Pain and Hardship motives this young men, by writting he releases the pain inside.

Born 2 Spit is a mixture of all their talent with some help from other artists, bring a album to the hip hop that's "Real". This CD has 12 song this just "Hot" and will keep you moving you head.

"Young BallerZ" is a powerful song that just rip it. "The Warning" is just that a warning to the Hip Hop world that they are next.

And "Bump that Shit" is a true club banger. and the Radio cut of "Bump that Shaaaa" is even better then the uncut, when have you known that a cut vers, was hotter then the uncut? In those boys from Japan are rippin it too on "U Better Back Up" and "Karate Flow".

I asked about the album cover, and they just said the birth of a family starts with one baby at a time. And the DAC Squad is one body and soul with a mic.

Many of the ladies just fell in love with the guys from their pictures on the sites. And when they are on stage the house goes crazy for him. If you don't know just visited blackplanet.com and look them up in the chat room or on their page. To top it off, they write back to their fans too.

They have showcase at the world famous Apollo Theater, Detroit Cobo Center and in Japan these young men are going places, but now it's time for them to stop making Mix Tapes and create their own music.

They have much love for the Hip Hop world and Respect for the World. Show your support by calling your radio stations and dance clubs DJ and request them to play DAC Squad. Wear their T-Shirts, attend their showcases,and even book them for showcases and appearances. These are few ways You can help. Thank You Again:)

This Detroit base group has increased their knowledge and leadership skills for the better with some help from a former US Marine and Navy member Tyrone Bridgeforth. Tyrone is the owner and founder of Bridge Entertainment.

These young men have seen many things, just note that success has not been one. so we wish them all the best and success.
But you can request to hear any of their song on the radio in Detroit at 105.9 JamZ Request Line: (313)298-1059, and WJLB 98 FM Request Line: 313-298-7098 and if your radio station doesn`t have a copy they can send a request to Mr. Bridgeforth at: e-mail protected from spam bots.

Please read on:

Special Thanks to Artists: DAC Squad's Family- (Fox Mall, ShaDaKiss), Bridge Promtions' Family- [Mile High, Roc-A-Block's Family-(DarkEyeZ, Max Million and Japan's HitZ Men)].
Recording Studios: D J's Music Exchange,Det MI; and Bridge Entertainment's Studio Dept.
And Dirty Management
Radio: 105.9JAMZ, Lt Dre & Hype Squad,
98 FM's Teddy Bear
Sexy Ladies of Blackplanet.com ( Michigan, New York and the South)
And All Who Listen to our Mix Tapes

A Note from Tyrone Bridgeforth (Cpl USMC 93-97 and DT3 USN 98-04)
To all my Military Brothers and Sisters, please know that we wish you the best and all that you do for us and the world. Stay safe and move smartly though life.

Thanks to Tokyo, Iwakuni, Sasebo, and Fukuoka Japan, New York, Washington DC, Bridgeport and LA CA, Puerto Rico, Bethesda and College Park MD, Texas, Arkansas and home Detroit Michigan aka Dirty Glove, and to all who showed DAC Squad and myself love when we came to your city, thank you for your support. To all my AFF I'll be back to play, Ca-Ya soon.

LyRic will be signing with Eminem soon, look for him. Wish him Good Luck. Please feel free to visit their site: www.dacsquad.com or at blackplanet.com

My question to is, did Bridge Entertainment and Tyrone Bridgeforth just hit the MEGA MILLIONS with this Young Family calling themself DAC Squad?

CONTACT INFORMATION
Tyrone Bridgeforth
Bridge Entertainment LLC
http://www.dacsquad.com/
313-491-0731

Critically Acclaimed Lyrical Swords Author Tells the World "Be down now, or bow down later!"

San Jose, CA, June 22, 2005: YinSumi Press, the world's first publishing house dedicated to documenting the social and political trends in the Hip Hop subculture, is proud to announce that author Adisa Banjoko, DJ Mike Relm and Balance will release a powerful CD to accompany the book "Lyrical Swords Vol. 2: Westside Rebellion". The book and CD will drop Oct., 1st, 2005 on YinSumi Press.

You can listen to a sample MP3 of Adisa Banjoko's Harvard lecture on Islam, Hip Hop and Black America featuring Balance w/various beats and blends by DJ Relm at Adisa's blog, Holla at a Scholar!!:
www.netweed.com/lyricalswords

Blog post with link and background:
http://www.netweed.com/lyricalswords/2005/06/lyrical-swords-vol-2-westside.html

[Note to editors: Please link to the blog or blog post rather than directly to the MP3.]

"Lyrical Swords Vol. 2: Westside Rebellion" looks at the difference in philosophy and strategy between Hip Hop on the east coast and west coast. People forget that the west coast is the home of the Black Panthers and the Brown Berets. When the courts fail to serve justice to the people out west, we riot. Thats why Tupac said "Only in Cali do we riot not rally, so live and die." From Ice Cube to Tupac, Paris and Kam, we have a ton of strong conscious rappers. But the standard myth is that the only conscious rappers come from the east. No doubt our east coast brothers set the standard. But like everything else in Hip Hop, we have our own unique way of being politically active.

Additional tracks from Balance and San Jose's Jay the Butcher and Shamako Noble will be featured on the CD for "Lyrical Swords Vol. 2: Westside Rebellion".

"In truth, the CD is a tribute to Keith LeBlanc's No Sell Out from back in 1983. It's a tribute to Malcolm X and LeBlanc. When we tell you that you have not heard anything like this before, we mean it. The artistry by which Relm rocked the blends of my lecture with Hip Hop is beyond amazing. To be on the same team as Balance on a mixtape is just an honor in itself. When it comes to 'Lyrical Swords Volume 2: Westside Rebellion', people can either be down now, or bow down later. But the rebellion is on!!," said Banjoko.

In addition the book "Lyrical Swords Vol. 2: Westside Rebellion" will feature previously unreleased interviews from the late 80s and early 90s with artists such as Master P, Mac Mall, Run D.M.C. and Jam Master Jay, Luniz, Paris, Young Black Teenagers, Slick Rick, Tragedy Khadafi, Spice One, Gangstarr, and many others.

Other dynamic social and political commentary on issues facing today's youth will also be included. A sample MP3 of DJ Mike Relm
s mix can be heard right now at www.netweed.com/lyricalswords!!

Related Links
Holla at a Scholar!! Blog - www.netweed.com/lyricalswords
MP3 Link and Background -
www.netweed.com/lyricalswords/2005/06/lyrical-swords-vol-2-westside.html
DJ Mike Relm - www.mikerelm.com
Balance - www.balanceskillz.com

PR Contact:
Mieko of ShinKen Public Relations
(408) 449-9810
Soulpolisher2001@yahoo.com

Los Angeles, Ca. June 14, 2005 Bungalo Records, exclusively distributed by Universal Music & Video Distribution, and Fireworks Productions announced today that they are aligning in a collective effort to develop a more extensive distribution and marketing formula.

As a result of the strategic union with Fireworks Productions, Bungalo Records will not only be a full service record label and distribution vehicle, but they will also be a fully formed promotion, production, and marketing force with global reach. Through Fireworks Productions, Bungalo Records will now be able to offer new in-house capabilities such as music video production, lifestyle and street marketing, radio promotions, creative design, and online marketing. Bungalo Records CEO Paul Ring added, We are extremely excited about the opportunity for Bungalo Records and Fireworks Productions to join forces since we both compliment each other so well. With a strategic partnership like this, we will empower one another with the tools necessary for maximizing exposure by reaching a much larger audience.

The partnership allows Fireworks Productions to sign and develop talent through their multi-year distribution deal with Bungalo Records and Universal Music & Video Distribution. Having this distribution mechanism in place now provides Fireworks Productions with the ability to share creative content they have produced for their impressive list of clients and their own Fight Town Films. Fireworks Productions CEO Mike Heat Williams had this to say, We are very pleased to see that our relationship with Bungalo Records has continued to evolve. This alliance creates a perfect situation for us both and we see it developing into not only a leading record label, but also a multi-media entertainment strong hold.

About Fireworks Productions
Fireworks Productions, LLC. is a multi-media entertainment marketing firm with a national network of field reps. Fireworks capabilities include national street & lifestyle marketing, radio promotions, public relations, special event marketing, design & production, and online marketing. Fireworks recognizes the significance of grass roots marketing and has merged its managements resources, street knowledge and corporate experience to form a full service multi-media firm. Fireworks clients include prestigious organizations such as MGM Studios, the National Basketball Association (NBA), Warner Bros. Pictures, Atlantic Records, Magic Johnson Foundation, American Basketball Association (ABA), CFBT 94.5 The Beat Vancouver, The Grammy Organization, Shaquille ONeal, Nestle, ESPN Video Games, Bungalo/Universal Records and more. Additionally, Fireworks also owns Fight Town Films, a music video and film production company. Fireworks is owned by Mike 'Heat' Williams, Jon Moore and Joseph Tagliaferro. For more information on Fireworks Productions check out www.gofireworks.com.

About Bungalo Records
Bungalo Records is an industry proven powerhouse, exclusively distributed by Universal Music & Video Distribution. Formed at the turn of the millennium by music business veteran Paul Ring, Bungalo has hit the ground running in 2005 by taking its solid hip hop foundation and venturing into several ground breaking digital arenas with a focus on mp3 technology and home video distribution. Playing an integral part in the fortification and momentum of Bungalo in 2005 have been key business alignments with some of the most prolific players in the music business. These relationships include projects with Producer Rodney Jerkins and his label Darkchild Records, LaToya Jackson and Jeffre Phillips Ja-Tail Enterprises, MTV personality Sway and his partner King Tech - stars of the nationally syndicated Wake Up Show, and American Idol finalist Corey Clark to name a few. For more information on Bungalo Records, please visit www.bungalorecords.com.

CONTACT:
Jon Moore or Shani Stewart
Phone: (310) 450-5551
shani@gofireworks.com

Features Cameo Appearances From JANET JACKSON and NELLY

NEW YORK, NY -- (Market Wire - Jun 22, 2005) --  So So Def/Virgin recording artist and Virgin Urban Music President Jermaine Dupri is pictured here comparing notes with Virgin labelmate Janet Jackson in a scene from the video clip for Dupri's new single "Gotta Getcha." The video was shot in Los Angeles by director Bryan Barber (OutKast, Missy Elliott).

"Gotta Getcha" was the No. 1 most-added single at both Urban and Crossover radio formats last week. The track is also the first single from the forthcoming "Jermaine Dupri Presents... Young, Fly & Flashy Vol. 1," a multi-artist collection defining the new Southern hip-hop that will be released on July 19, 2005.

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For more information on "Jermaine Dupri Presents... Young, Fly & Flashy,
Vol. 1," please contact:
Patti Webster
W & W PR
732 469 5955
patti@w-wpr.com
Patti Conte
Virgin Records
212 786 8350
patti.conte@virgin-records.com

"Tupac Shakur: Live at the House of Blues" to Be Released Worldwide in September on DVD, CD and UMD

LONDON and NEW YORK, NY -- (Market Wire - Jun 22, 2005) --  Eagle Rock Entertainment is pleased to announce an agreement with Death Row Records to represent its audio catalogue for the world outside North America and Canada from April 1, 2006, onwards. In a separate deal, Eagle Rock also announces that it has acquired worldwide rights from Death Row for "Tupac Shakur: Live at the House of Blues," which is now scheduled for September 2005 release in North America, Europe and other territories on DVD, CD and UMD. (The UMD format plays on the Sony PlayStation Portable game device.)

Death Row Records was founded by Suge Knight in 1991 and fast became the biggest and most influential hip-hop label of the '90s with releases such as Dr. Dre's solo album "The Chronic," Snoop Doggy Dogg's "Doggystyle" and Tupac Shakur's "All Eyez On Me."

The first fruits of the relationship with Death Row Records will be the simultaneous DVD/CD/UMD release of the never-before-seen, uncensored "Tupac Shakur: Live at the House of Blues," scheduled for a September 2005 worldwide release on Eagle Vision. The show, which took place in Los Angeles on July 4, 1996, also features guest appearances by artists including Snoop Dogg and the Outlawz. The video of the performance is believed to be the last available of Shakur before his death from gunshot wounds later that year. The DVD will also include several of Shakur's music videos as well as an exclusive interview with Knight.

"The quality of the Death Row catalogue is without question. It is a phenomenal collection of seminal hip hop and rap," says Terry Shand, Executive Chairman of Eagle Rock Entertainment worldwide. "We're excited about making these recordings more accessible to a greater audience on CD and through other channels and plan to release them with special packaging and bonus material when the catalogue is re-launched in April."

Said Eagle Rock Entertainment Executive Vice President and President of North American Operations, Mike Carden, "'Live at the House of Blues' captures Tupac at the peak of his career. It will be a must-have for fans of his music, and we're looking forward to bringing this performance to rap and hip hop fans around the world, not only on DVD but on CD and UMD as well."

Eagle Rock Entertainment operates in the music and entertainment business worldwide. Eagle Vision is a wholly owned division of Eagle Rock Group, LTD. The company's corporate headquarters are in London, with offices in New York, Paris and Hamburg.

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CONTACT:
Cathy Halgas Nevins
Eagle Rock Entertainment
212-354-1040

DJ Warrior takes time out to drop his thoughts on King Magazine's July Issue "Future Flavas". Please see the attached images or click the links below: http://www.stronghouserecords.com/user2/King_July_Cover4WEB.jpg http://www.stronghouserecords.com/user2/King_July_pg744WEB.jpg

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) June 22, 2005 -- Its been a long time coming but King Magazine checks in with the West Coast Stunna to get his opinion on a hot record! DJ Warrior From: Los Angeles, CA- The Joint to blast on Sunset Blvd. is "Incredible Feelin," by Slim Thug feat. Jazze Pha.

Warrior Says: "This song has that cool-out vibe. Slim Thug is reppin' the streets. letting people know about his incredible feelin'. With Jazze Pha on the production, it's definitely a banger. The streets are gonna feel this, period."

You can look for DJ Warrior and the Cali Untouchable DJs performing all this week pre-BET awards live in Los Angeles. Come check him out anytime at www.hiphopwest.com

ANY CLUB/HOSTING BOOKINGS 4 DJ WARRIOR CONTACT:
e-mail protected from spam bots or 866.754.6580

DJ Strong in Ozone Magazine with Paul Wall, DJ Warrior in Zero Magazine mash up review,
DJ Strong in Modern Fix Magazine War Vol. 1 review and Reggaeton 1 review, ....coming soon.

CONTACT INFORMATION
STRONGHOUSE Marketing
STRONGHOUSE RECORDS LLC
http://www.stronghouserecords.com/
866-754-6580

PHILADELPHIA, June 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- TriMedia Entertainment Group, Inc. ("TriMedia") (BULLETIN BOARD: TMEG) has reported in an amended Form 8K dated June 17, 2005 that Daniel J. B. Taylor, President, and Shawn Taylor, Chief Financial Officer, have both resigned in their respective capacities as of June 14, 2005.

Daniel Taylor and Shawn Taylor both resigned because TriMedia determined not to continue to pursue certain ventures for which their services would have been required. Prior to their resignations, Daniel Taylor was the President and Shawn Taylor the Chief Financial Officer of TriMedia. Following their resignations, Christopher Schwartz, our Chief Executive Officer, was appointed to the positions of President and Chief Financial Officer.

About TriMedia Entertainment Group, Inc.

TriMedia Entertainment Group, Inc. is a multimedia entertainment company. The Company develops, produces and distributes a broad range of music, motion picture and other filmed entertainment content through its following operating subsidiaries: RuffNation Music, Inc., Metropolitan Recording Inc. and RuffNation Films LLC.

Chris Schwartz, TriMedia's chief executive officer, is one of the pioneers of the hip-hop music industry. As a co-founder of RuffHouse Records, he achieved success and fame with groups such as Cypress Hill, Kris Kross, Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean and the Fugees.

TriMedia plans to release a full slate of music and film projects through its RuffNation Music and RuffNation Films subsidiaries.

Artists to be released through RuffNation Music include: The Spin Doctors, Kulcha Don, Kristy Frank and Dave Reilly from the group, God Lives Under Water.

Upcoming projects to be released from RuffNation Films include: "Money, Power, Respect" and "Menace" which are to be released as DVD/CD soundtrack products.

TriMedia is a Delaware corporation whose common stock is traded on the Over-The-Counter Bulletin Board Trading System under the symbol "TMEG."

This press release may include forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. We have based these forward- looking statements on our current expectations and projections about future events. These forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions about TriMedia that may cause our actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from any other future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as "may," "will," "should," "could," "would," "expect," "plan," "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "continue," or the negative of such terms or similar expressions. Factors that might cause or contribute to such a discrepancy include, but are not limited to, risks associated with TriMedia's future growth and operating results, the uncertainty associated with obtaining sufficient financing, the uncertainty of market acceptance of TriMedia's products, technological change, competitive factors and general economic conditions, along with those issues identified from time to time in our Securities and Exchange Commission filings and other public documents. Except as otherwise required to be disclosed in current and periodic reports required to be filed by companies registered under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and by the rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission, TriMedia has no duty and undertakes no obligation to update such statements after the date hereof.

Source: TriMedia Entertainment Group, Inc.

CONTACT: Chris Schwartz, CEO, President and Chief Financial Officer,
TriMedia Entertainment Group, +1-215-426-5536

Web site: http://www.trimediaent.com/

Production Begins on Edgy Urban Comedy Show Featuring Some of the Funniest Up-and-Coming Comedians

ENGLEWOOD, Colo., June 22 /PRNewswire/ -- Starz Entertainment Group (SEG) announced today that it will begin production on its first late-night stand-up comedy show featuring some of the nation's hottest up-and-coming urban comedians. Raw and edgy, "1st Amendment Stand-Up" will be shot before a live audience at the Eleven50 Club in Atlanta, Ga. Taping is scheduled for Tuesday, June 28th through Thursday, June 30th.

The new series, of which ten episodes have been ordered, is a co- production with Mojo Raid LLC. "1st Amendment Stand-Up" will air exclusively on Starz InBlack beginning in September.

"We are proud to initiate our first venture in the production of a stand- up comedy series with '1st Amendment Stand-Up,'" said Nancy Silverstone, vice president, program acquisitions, SEG. "This show will give voice to a whole new generation of exuberant, untapped comedy talent. We'll get to hear these rising stars talk about a variety of topics in their no-holds-barred, outrageous routines. Starz InBlack is the place for comedy like this."

Featured comedians in the uncensored half-hour show include: Tommy Chunn (I Got the Hook Up), Joey Diaz (The Longest Yard), D'Militant ("Inside Joke"), Miguel Nunez (Juwanna Mann), A.J. Jamal ("Cisco and Ripple"), Thea Vidale ("Thea"), Ralphie May ("Celebrity Fit Club") and more. The series will be hosted by comedian Doug Williams ("Premium Blend") and is produced and directed by writer/director Mike Bohusz. Both hail from BET's "Comic View." Mixing the latest hip-hop hits during the show will be recording artist and on-air personality DJ Nab.

"I think Starz InBlack is a perfect home for this type of show," said Bohusz. "So often in our business, street credibility gets washed away by censorship and executives who have never seen the inside of an urban comedy club. Starz Entertainment Group is giving the power back where it belongs -- with the comedians."

"I have always had a desire to host a comedy show that gives opportunity to talented hip comedians that might otherwise never be seen," said Williams. "Starz Entertainment Group has made it happen. This show will help launch the careers of Hollywood's next big names in comedy."

Starz Entertainment Group LLC (SEG) is the largest provider of premium movie services in the United States with approximately 174 million pay units. SEG offerings include the Starz Encore Movie Pack with 13 digital movie channels and more than 750 movies per month, Starz HDTV, Starz On Demand, and Starz Ticket, the first and only on-demand premium TV subscription service available on the broadband platform. Starz Entertainment Group is a wholly- owned subsidiary of Liberty Media Corporation, www.starz.com.

Contact: Chelsye J. Burrows Tom Chen
Starz Entertainment Group mPRm
720.852.5838 323.933.3399
chelsye.burrows@starz.com tchen@mprm.com

Source: Starz Entertainment Group LLC

CONTACT: Chelsye J. Burrows of Starz Entertainment Group LLC,
+1-720-852-5838, or chelsye.burrows@starz.com ; or Tom Chen of mPRm,
+1-323-933-3399, or tchen@mprm.com, for Starz

NOTE TO EDITORS: On the set interviews with media are available. Photos available upon request.

Ruff Ryders Latest Hip Hop Star, a Fully Modified Custom Street Ride at XM Satellite Radio's Hot Import Nights

WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 20, 2005--Hot Import Nights:

WHO: JIN, Ruff Ryder's hottest new hip-hop sensation, Chevy and
the Tuner Transformation crew along with thousands of Hot
Import Night fanatics and dozens of featured models including
Playmate of the Year 2005 Tiffany Fallon, Performance Auto and
Sound June cover model Crystal Lo and Miss Hot Import Nights
Ursula Mayes.

WHAT: TUNER TRANSFORMATION has captured their build of a sick 2005
Chevy Cobalt for JIN and will unveil it live for the first time
in front of thousands of cheering car fanatics and their
television cameras.

WHEN: Saturday, June 25 from 5 p.m. to midnight.

WHERE: Shot from the floor of the XM Satellite Radio's Hot Import
Night Show at the at Washington's Dulles Expo Center at 4368
Chantilly Center, Chantilly, VA 20153; a FOX Networks' SPEED
Channel and TUNER TRANSFORMATION exclusive.

Watch this 1-hour Chevy Cobalt transformation special on SPEED Channel Monday July 11th, 2005 at 9PM - the first episode of the new TUNER TRANSFORMATION television season on SPEED.

The XM Satellite Radio's Hot Import Nights, presented by Valvoline Synpower is also sponsored by: Dunlop Tires; Pepsi; Meguiar's; Mazda; Circuit City; Verizon; Subaru; NGK Sparkplugs; Overboost.com; Performance Auto & Sound Magazine; Vertical Scope, publishers of Modified Magazine and Modified Luxury & Exotics and Hachette Filipacchi Media, publisher of Road and Track, Car and Driver, Speed and Road Gear magazines.
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Contact:

Fleishman-Hillard
Cristina Wilson, 213-489-8207
wilsonc@fleishman.com
or
Brendan Flynn, 213-489-8226
flynnb@fleishman.com


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Source: Hot Import Nights

Campaign Partners with Jazz Alliance International, Rhythm & Blues Foundation to Celebrate the 1,738 Most Influential Songs in Black Music

NEW YORK, June 22 /PRNewswire/ -- This year, Remy Martin 1738 and famed hip hop video director Hype Williams will step up the traditional Black Music Month celebration beyond the month of June and recognize black music all summer long with a "Toast to 1738." Inspired by Remy Martin 1738 Accord Royal Cognac, the nationwide celebration will commemorate the 1,738 most influential songs in black music and include a ten-city, tour featuring Hype.

"1738 is a special cognac in a class all its own. It was created in honor of the year that the royal recognition of excellence was given to Remy Martin by the King of France. The expert craftsmanship that goes into 1738 mirrors the finest traditions of all of the music honored on the 1738 list," said Steve Hissam, Category Director for Remy Martin. "Only by working with music experts like Hype Williams, the members of the Rhythm & Blues Foundation and the Jazz Alliance International could the 1738 song list truly reflect the full contribution of black music to our culture and history."

The Toast to 1738 list is a collection of artists and their songs across all black music genres -- rhythm & blues, rap/hip hop, jazz, blues, gospel, reggae and rock -- beginning in 1920 and continuing to the present. It was compiled through an extraordinary partnership between Remy Martin, Hype Williams and two of the leading and most influential organizations in black music -- the Rhythm & Blues Foundation (RBF) and Jazz Alliance International (JAI).

The group researched billboard charts, archives and personal music collections to compile the initial list. The final song list was decided by non-scientific vote based on the song and artist's overall contributions to music, culture and history. It includes a wide array of artists from jazz legends Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald to today's urban music fusions of Usher and Jay-Z.

In what is being dubbed the summer of 1738, Remy Martin and Hype will be on the road raising a glass to the 1738 list at the hottest clubs in major cities, including: Houston, New Orleans, Miami, Atlanta, Washington, D.C., New York, Chicago, Detroit, Los Angeles and Oakland. At the clubs, Hype will sample a selection of the 1738 songs and toast with Remy Martin 1738 each time one is played.

"I'm looking forward to touring the country with Remy Martin to build appreciation for black music and enjoy many of the songs that have influenced my career," said Hype. "You must first understand music of the past to fully appreciate the music of today. Every modern artist that I work with has been influenced by the work that preceded them."

"Jazz Alliance International welcomes the opportunity to widen audience appreciation for jazz and music influenced by jazz," said JAI President Suzan Jenkins. "We look forward to hearing the next generations' interpretation of the jazz cannon and beyond."

Visit http://www.remy1738.com/ for dates and locations of Hype's appearances or for additional information about Remy Martin 1738 Accord Royal Cognac.

Remy Cointreau USA

Remy Cointreau USA is a wholly owned subsidiary of France's Remy Cointreau, SA. It is the exclusive U.S. importer for a variety of premium spirits and wines, including Remy Martin(R), Cointreau(R), The Macallan Scotch Whisky(R), The Famous Grouse(R), Damrak Gin(R), Mount Gay Rum(R), Galliano(R), Champagne Piper-Heidsieck(R), Champagne Charles Heidsieck(R), Marchesi Antinori(R), Masi Agricola(R), Vietti(R), Biondi Santi(R), Vina Haras de Pirque(R), Laroche(R), Piper Sonoma(R) and Bearboat(R).

Hype Williams

Award-winning music video director Hype Williams has worked nearly every major Rap and Hip Hop artist of the modern era including, Puff Daddy, DMX, Nas, Method Man, New Edition, Ja Rule, Queen Latifah, Ashanti and 112.

The Rhythm & Blues Foundation

Founded in 1988, The Rhythm & Blues Foundation has been the only independent nonprofit service organization solely dedicated to the historical and cultural preservation of Rhythm & Blues music. The Foundation provides financial support, medical assistance and educational outreach through various grants and programs to support R&B and Motown artists of the '40s, '50s, '60s, and '70s.

Jazz Alliance International

Jazz Alliance International is dedicated to expanding the audience and visibility of jazz by raising the profile of the jazz art form and fostering better working relationships within the global jazz community through advocacy, education and research. JAI is a vehicle that serves as a voice for members of the jazz industry which includes artists, artist representatives, publishers, recording companies, manufacturers, presenters, nonprofits, and media. For more information, go to http://www.jazzai.org/.

Contact: Doug Curry
212/537-8082
(mobile) 917/843-7911
dcurry@gcigroup.com

Kristie Tomkins
212/537-8270
ktomkins@gcigroup.com


Source: Remy Martin

CONTACT: Doug Curry, +1-212-537-8082, or (mobile) +1-917-843-7911,
dcurry@gcigroup.com, or Kristie Tomkins, +1-212-537-8270,
ktomkins@gcigroup.com

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Moderat Modtones DJ wins best ringtone application at The Brew 2005 developer awards, also cited as top music seller on Verizon deck

Mobile entertainment company Moderati snagged a BREW 2005 Developer Award for Best Ringtone Application for its Modtones DJ product, a handset application featuring real music clips from current artists. With full fidelity hit singles and tracks from artists like 50 Cent, Modtones DJ turns an ordinary mobile phone into music machine. The firm cites a major demand for hip-hop based ringtones a key to driving much of its success.

Some of the features of Modtones DJ include: the ability to browse various categories, preview the tones including various new arrivals and download them right to your phone.

The BREW 2005 Developer Awards is a global awards program that recognizes and promotes the best BREW applications created by wireless publishers and developers. The winners were revealed during an awards ceremony at the BREW 2005 Conference, held in early June at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego.

In related news, Modtones was also recently announced as the top-selling polyphonic ringtone application according to Verizon Wireless. The BREW 2005 Developer Award comes on the heels of the firm's recent announcement that it will power the delivery of all ringtones and wallpaper to Amp'd Mobile, the first truly integrated 3G CDMA2000 1xEV-DO wireless service launching later this year.

Bay Area hiphop veteran E-40 will be featured on L.A. hiphop artist Third Degrees upcoming single, Do My Thang. The highly anticipated track is slated to appear on Third Degrees upcoming debut album, The Pedestrian, which had originally been scheduled for release late last year until legal negotiations held the album up. The disc will hit retail outlets on August 2.

Third Degree (Wayne Gillory) walks it like he talks it on this hook-laden, jeep ready album. Third, who hails from South Central Los Angeles, grew up living right around the corner from Dub C of Westside Connection. Says Third, I went to Hiphop High. Washington High School was where I came up. A lot of hiphop artists went there, like Dub C, Crazy Tunes from The Maad Circle, YoYo, DJ Alladin, and Sir Jinx, who DJs for Xzibit, and more. Crenshaw High may have had all the sports people locked up, but Washington has had the music people.

Thirds album is jam packed with 21 serious tracks, including the single Do My Thang, featuring E-40. I like real writers who have subjects and topics, Third proclaims. Im a purist kind of guy.
While the intersection pictured on the albums cover is the corner of L.A.s Imperial and Western, Thirds songs reflect hiphop sensibilities emanating on corners in areas all over the country, so his rhymes hit home with those who are both near and far. Wherever you are when you listen to this album, youre still at the intersection of hiphop beats and masterful rhymes, as the Pedestrian makes his way through your speakers.

The long awaited album is slated for release on Blak Ice Records.

Media Contact: Phyllis Pollack
Def Press Public Relations
818-349-2282
Route66@socal.rr.com

The Core DJs Retreat III will include new artists/new music showcases, meet & greets at various locations including the official host hotel, Adams Mark St. Louis

Miami, FL (PRWEB) June 21, 2005 -- The Core DJs Retreat provides a platform for all DJs to network while providing a relaxed environment for artists, new and established, to introduce new material directly to the countrys hottest DJs. After coordinating successful retreats in Chicago (Aug 2004) and Miami Beach (Feb 2005), The Core DJs are now heading to St. Louis, Mo for the 3rd DJ Retreat. The Core DJs Retreat III will be held from August 25 28, 2005 and is sponsored in part by BMF Entertainment and the St. Louis Convention & Visitors Commission. The beautiful Adams Mark Hotel in downtown St. Louis is the host hotel for the retreat.

The Core DJs Retreat will include new artists/new music showcases, meet & greets at various locations throughout the City of St. Louis and at the official host hotel of The Core DJs Retreat III, Adams Mark St. Louis. In addition to a host of parties, an awards ceremony is also coordinated during the retreat. Previous award recipients include Rene McLean (RPM/Mix Show Power Summit), Kevin Black (Interscope) and Jennifer 'Jenn-Boogie' Norwood (Universal). At the upcoming retreat, The Core DJs will recognize a recording artist that have shown outstanding charitable work, present several Pioneers Award and various members of the music industry will be presented with the Official Jam Master J award for their continued support of the DJ Community.

About The Core DJs
The Core DJs, coalition of the countries most talented DJs and producers of The Core DJ Retreat, is the brain child of Milwaukees WKKV Mix Show Coordinator Tony Neal. In little over a year, Tony Neal has propelled The Core DJs in becoming one of the premier DJ Coalitions in the country. This coalition of over 100 DJs include Clinton Parks - WBOT/Boston, MA - WERG/Baltimore, MD - WZMX/Hardford, CT/Sirius Wax 45 (Shady); DJ Irie WEDR/Miami, FL & Official Miami Heat DJ; DJ Wrekk 1 - WHHH 96.3/Indianapolis, IN; KNOU; DJ Finesse - 104.5/New Orleans, LA, WJMI 99 Jams/Jackson, MS; DJ KUT - Power 105 New York, NY, Big Tigger Syndicated Live In The Den/B.E.T.; Mad Linx BETs Rap City, Bigg Sexxy Cool DJ Kaos KATZ 100.3 The Beat/St. Louis, The Infamous Que KATZ 100.3 The Beat/St. Louis, DJ AJ KATZ 100.3 The Beat/St. Louis, DJ Sir Thurl 100.3 The Beat/St. Louis and a host of others. The Core DJs Retreat is produced semi-annually.

Previous sponsors and celebrities that have participated and/or attended The Core DJs Retreat include:
The Source Magazine, Sony BMG, Lock Em Down Records, Do or Die, Ozone Magazine, Interscope Records, SRC, DMC, Pharrell, Atlantic Records, IGA Rap Division, Pee-Wee Kirkland, Jacki-O, Universal Records, Bogard Music, John Legend, Special ED, Warner Music, Sobe Records, David Banner, Mike Jones, J Records, Poe Boy Records, Juvenile, Timbaland, Koch Records, TVT Records, Juelz Santana, Def Jam, Bunji Entertainment, Various Athletes and a host of others

Founder of The Core DJs, Tony Neal and the Core DJs are available for interviews.

Media Contact and additional information regarding The Core DJs:
E. Mason & Associates, Elora Mason 305-756-8181
www.coredjs.com

Host Hotel:
Adams Mark St. Louis, Christine Busiek, CMP 314-342-4615
www.adamsmark.com/stlouis/index.asp

Editors Note:
Photo and/or Video footage of previous retreat available upon request

CONTACT INFORMATION
Elora Mason
E. MASON & ASSOCIATES
http://www.coredjs.com/
305-756-8181

Award-Winning Paramount/MTV Film Opens July 13th; "I'm A King" by P$C (Feat. T.I. & Lil Scrappy) Is 1st Single; All-Star Hollywood Concert Set for June 27th

NEW YORK, NY -- (Market Wire - Jun 20, 2005) -- Grand Hustle Entertainment and Atlantic Records have set July 12th for the release of "MUSIC FROM AND INSPIRED BY THE MOTION PICTURE HUSTLE & FLOW," the sizzling soundtrack to the Sundance Film Festival Audience Award-winning hip-hop drama. The Paramount Classic/MTV Films release is due in theatres across North America on July 13th.

The summer's hottest hip-hop collection, the "HUSTLE & FLOW" soundtrack features an extraordinary line-up of the coolest hip-hop and urban artists, including T.I. & P$C, Juvenile, Trina, Mike Jones, Paul Wall, Boyz N Da Hood, Webbie, 8Ball & MJG, Lil Scrappy, Trillville, and many others. The album also includes the film's star, Terrence Howard ("Crash," "Ray"), performing tracks in his lead role as the street hustler-turned-rapper known as DJay.

The first single from the soundtrack will be "I'm A King" by P$C (feat. T.I. and Lil Scrappy). The track -- produced by the King of Crunk himself, Lil Jon -- is set to impact at multi-format radio on June 27th. The single's companion video, directed by Benny Boom, was shot last week in Atlanta, with BET on hand to cover the shoot for "Access Granted."

To keep the heat on, the album's second single has already been slated -- a killer remix of newcomer Webbie's "Bad B**ch," featuring hip-hop diva Trina. Webbie, who hails from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is currently bulleting to the top of the urban charts with "Give Me That" (Asylum/Trill). The "Bad B**ch" companion video was shot last week in Miami. Directed by Dr. Teeth, it will be the subject of a "Makes A Video" episode on MTV2.

The soundtrack also introduces national audiences to the crunk sounds of Al Kapone. Kapone is a longtime Memphis rapper who found a fan in "Hustle & Flow" writer-director Craig Brewer; Brewer insisted that Kapone was the guy to write DJay's raps, to give them a distinctly Memphis sound. Kapone contributes to the soundtrack with two of DJay's raps, "Whoop That Trick" and "Hustle And Flow (It Ain't Ovah)," and one of his own, "Get Crunk, Get Buck."

A number of major events will be held to celebrate "HUSTLE & FLOW," highlighted by a June 27th all-star show at Hollywood's House of Blues, hosted by Trina. The evening will feature a number of the soundtrack's stars -- including T.I. & P$C, Juvenile, Lil Jon, Mike Jones, Paul Wall, Boyz N Da Hood, Webbie, Lil Scrappy, and Trillville.

In addition, "HUSTLE & FLOW" artists will make personal appearances at several special movie screening events: On July 6th, Paramount will host a major screening in Memphis, the city where "Hustle & Flow" is set -- with T.I., P$C, and Trina slated to attend. The following day, July 7th, an event will be held at the Fort Hood U.S. Army base in Killeen, Texas -- featuring a screening, an autograph signing by T.I. and Trina, and a live performance by T.I.

MTV will feature "Hustle & Flow" and its soundtrack in a variety of its programming, including a half-hour special entitled "How To Be A Music Hustler" -- featuring exclusive live performances recorded at a recent "MTV $2 Bill" concert in Chicago, along with interviews with T.I., Juvenile, Paul Wall, Mike Jones, and Webbie. "Hustle & Flow" will also be featured in a special installment of "Direct Effect," slated to air on July 13th and featuring soundtrack and movie talent.

On Sunday, July 3rd, Anthony Anderson will host a special "Hustle & Flow" edition of "Sucker Free Sunday" -- MTV2's all-day lineup of hip hop-related programming. Included will be a half-hour news special entitled "My Block: Memphis," which will focus on rappers from Memphis -- the hometown setting for "Hustle & Flow." MTV2 is also featuring the film this week during its "Summer's Hottest" series of vignettes.

In addition, soundtrack artists including Juvenile, Paul Wall, and Webbie will take part in the "Sucker Free Sunday Tour," with dates booked throughout July in such cities as New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and New Orleans.

The entire "HUSTLE & FLOW" album can be heard via "The Leak" on both MTV.com and MTV2.com for a full week leading up to the album's July 12th street date. The album will also be highlighted across all MTV platforms, including MTV Jams and mtvU, which also featured the film in its recent story on "Summer Essentials."

Written and directed by Craig Brewer, the critically acclaimed "Hustle & Flow" is the redemptive story of a streetwise Memphis hustler trying to find his voice and realize his long buried dream of becoming a respected rap artist. Winner of the prestigious Audience Award at the 2005 Sundance Film Festival, the film stars Terrence Howard, Anthony Anderson ("The Shield," "Barbershop"), Taryn Manning ("8 Mile," "Cold Mountain"), DJ Qualls ("Road Trip," "The New Guy"), and Ludacris ("Crash," "2 Fast 2 Furious"). "Hustle & Flow" is produced by John Singleton ("Boyz N The Hood," "2 Fast 2 Furious," "Four Brothers") and Stephanie Allain.

"MUSIC FROM AND INSPIRED BY THE MOTION PICTURE HUSTLE & FLOW"

Track Listing

1. P$C (Feat. T.I. & Lil Scrappy) - "I'm A King (The Remix)"
2. Lil' Boosie & Webbie - "Swerve"
3. Terrence Howard (DJay) Feat. Taraji P. Henson (Shug) - "It's Hard Out
Here For A Pimp"
4. 8Ball & MJG - "Tell Me Why"
5. E-40 (Feat. BoHagon & Lil Scrappy) - "P***y N***az"
6. Terrence Howard (DJay) - "Whoop That Trick"
7. Trillville - "Man Up"
8. Boyz N Da Hood - "Carbon 15's, A.K.'s & Mac 11's"
9. Chopper - "Lil' Daddy"
10. Nasty Nardo - "Let's Get A Room"
11. Juvenile (Feat. Skip & Wacko) - "Booty Language"
12. Webbie (Feat. Trina) - "Bad B**ch Remix"
13. Terrence Howard (DJay) - "Hustle And Flow (It Ain't Ovah)"
14. Mike Jones (Feat. Nicole Wray) - "Still Tippin' (It's A Man's World
Remix)"
15. P$C - "Murder Game"
16. Al Kapone - "Get Crunk, Get Buck"

Contact:
Sydney Margetson
Atlantic Records
212-707-2272

Greenhouse Effect is preparing to release their latest album, Columbus
Or Bust, June 28th, 2005 on the Weightless Recordings imprint in
conjunction with Raptivism Records. Most people in the independent,
music loop are familiar with the group all the way back from 1997.
Originally three members deep, Greenhouse Effect reinvented themselves
and became a rap duo a few years ago and now Manifest and Blueprint
are redefining the sound of Midwest hip hop.

From the time that the group released their debut album they were
determined to make a difference and create music in their own way. As
a formidable MC and producer, Blueprint is always working and
challenging himself creatively. Achieving critical acclaim for his
collaboration with RJD2 as a part of Soul Position, they released
8,000,000 Stories and The Unlimited LP. Fans are also familiar with
Blueprint handling his business behind the boards as producer for
Illogic on three albums.

The Midwest has always contributed to groundbreaking hip hop from
Common's first album to Kanye West's chart topping hits to Atmosphere's
quirky, live, performances. People have come to expect something
different from the heartland. Columbus or Bust will not disappoint.
Staying in the same vein as some of the classic hip hop albums: Paid In
Full and Criminal Minded there are only two additional MCs featured on
the album, Murs and Jakki the Motamouth, Blueprint also produced all
the tracks. With titles like, "Still Shook", "E Thugs" and the title
track, "Columbus Or Bust" this album is sure to make an impact.

This album release date is June 28th, 2005 on the Weightless Records
imprint in conjunction with Raptivism Records. Raptivism Records has
consistently made noise with albums from artist, Mr. Complex, Last
Emperor and Zion-I. Greenhouse Effect is currently on the road with
the national Weightless Invasion Tour, check for them performing in a
city near you. For more information on Greenhouse Effect and their new
album please contact Zenobia Simmons at zenobiakay@aol.com and visit
www.weightless.net or www.raptivism.com.

TV Listings / TV Schedules / Programming Guides

WASHINGTON, June 20 /PRNewswire/ -- On Sunday, June 26 at 3:00 pm ET/PT, BET will premiere OPEN MIC: MY THING, an hour-long special program produced as part of Rap-It-Up, the network's award-winning HIV/AIDS public education partnership with the Kaiser Family Foundation.

Co-hosted by Mad Linx of BET's RAP CITY and hip hop diva Ciara, and also featuring actress/comedian Mo'Nique and R&B singer-turned-actress Eve, the show spans the U.S. for stories about how young people are taking charge to get the word out about HIV/AIDS and the importance of testing. The show debuts on the eve of National HIV Testing Day (June 27).

Four young men demystify HIV testing by taking viewers along as they get tested at T.H.E. Clinic in Los Angeles. In Nashville, the show takes a look at the growing impact of HIV on young women. At Langston University in Oklahoma, the show looks at how the school has made testing a campus-wide priority. And, in Detroit, the show checks in with a young HIV positive man from last year's program about his recent appearance on the UPN network sitcom Eve to get out the word on testing.

Lil' E, the son of late rapper Eazy E, also speaks about his father's death 10 years ago as a result of AIDS and the importance of sharing his personal experience. AIDS is a leading cause of death for African Americans, who have been disproportionately impacted by HIV.

"BET is steadfast in its commitment to educating viewers about the devastating impact of HIV/AIDS," said Sonya Lockett, BET's Director of Public Affairs. "Through our special on-air programming and community outreach efforts, we hope to continue to raise public awareness about HIV/AIDS."

"One in four Americans living with HIV doesn't know it," said Tina Hoff, Kaiser Family Foundation Vice President and Director of Entertainment Media Partnerships. "Getting the word out about HIV testing is crucial to reducing the spread of this disease, which is disproportionately impacting African Americans."

ABOUT RAP-IT-UP

Since 1997, the Kaiser Family Foundation and BET: Black Entertainment Television have partnered on an extensive public education campaign to inform young people about sexual health issues, including HIV/AIDS and other sexually-transmitted diseases (STDs). The partnership includes special programming, public service advertisements (PSAs), online content on bet.com, and a free resource and referral service. In 2000, the campaign launched a grassroots initiative to complement the on-air and online components of Rap- It-Up. Program elements include teen forums, mobile HIV testing events, and a middle and high school curriculum on HIV/AIDS. The campaign was nominated for an Emmy for Best National Public Service Announcement in 2002 and 2001, and has received numerous other awards, including the 2002 Cable Positive POP Award for Outstanding Newsmagazine Series, the 2002 CTPAA Joel Berger Award, the 2002 NAACP Image Award, the 2002 Academy of Television Arts & Science TV Cares "Ribbon of Hope" Award, and the 2002 NBACA Community Service Award.

ABOUT BET

BET, a subsidiary of Viacom, Inc. (NYSE: VIA; VIA.B), is the nation's leading television network providing quality entertainment, music, news and public affairs programming for the African-American audience. The BET Network reaches more than 80 million households according to Nielsen media research, and can be seen in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean. BET is a dominant consumer brand in the urban marketplace with a diverse group of branded businesses: BET.com, the Number 1 Internet portal for African Americans; BET Digital Networks - BET Jazz, BET Gospel and BET Hip Hop, attractive alternatives for cutting-edge entertainment tastes; BET Event Productions, specializing in a full range of event production services, including event management, venue selection, talent recruitment, sound, lighting and stage production; and BET Books, the nation's leading publisher of African-American themed romance novels under the Arabesque imprint which also publishes compelling fiction under the Sepia imprint and inspirational fiction and nonfiction under the New Spirit imprint.

ABOUT THE HENRY J. KAISER FAMILY FOUNDATION

The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation is a non-profit, private operating foundation dedicated to providing information and analysis on health issues to policymakers, the media, and the general public. It is not associated with Kaiser Permanente or Kaiser Industries. Information on HIV/AIDS is available at http://www.kff.org/, and a daily news summary report on developments in HIV/AIDS is available on http://www.kaisernetwork.org/, the Foundation's free health information service.

Source: BET (Black Entertainment Television)

CONTACT: Lyntina Townsend of BET, +1-202-608-2745,
lyntina.townsend@bet.net

Web site: http://www.bet.com/
http://www.kaisernetwork.org/
http://www.kff.org/

Blazin' hot birthday party scheduled in New York for Lil' Wayne Publicist CJ Robinson along with Publicist Nancy Byron of O.G.P.R.

(PRWEB) June 21, 2005 -- Blazin hot publicists CJ Robinson of Tsunami Group Inc and Nancy Byron of O.G.P.R., (Publicist for Loon, Chamillionaire, DJ Whoo Kid, etc.) have teamed up to celebrate their birthdays in true style. The event will be held Tuesday, June 21st in New York at one of the citys hottest venues. (Location known by those in the know.)

Custom hand made invitations were delivered to the invitees early last week for the soire. Guests will be hit by a surprise Down South theme, Christiania Vodka martinis and music by world renown DJ Kool Kid. Confirmed to bring fire to the party are Lil Wayne, Datwon Thomas and Rachelle Gaultier (RIDES/KING Magazine), JD Williams (HBOs The Wire), Red Caf, Chamillionaire, Leah Rose and Coffey (XXL), DJ Clue, Zab and his brother Josiah Judah, the dancers from the Dave LaChapelles cinema smash RIZE, Little X, Benny Boom, menswear designer Daryle Bennett and RonJay da Jeweler as well as many other industry heavy weights.

Ms. Robinson started her own Marketing and PR Firm a year and a half ago in New York and specializes in the areas of luxury goods, fashion, entertainment and sports. Tsunami Group Inc represents Lil Wayne, Young Money Entertainment, Waynes group Young Money, Diamond Princess Trina, Fambase Music, Faultline Pictures, Locman Watches, Signora Militare Watches, RIA Handbags, DJ Spin Diesel, DJ Kool Kid and Plain Jane Couture

CONTACT INFORMATION
CJ Robinson
TSUNAMI GROUP INC
6465529233

Smart Ones Entertainment Group has created a new innovative entertainment venue that combines the best of online competition with members' favorite music genres. While there are other sites dedicated to hip-hop, no one else combines that kind of dedication with competitions where players can win up to $10,000 US, the grand prize.

(PRWEB) June 21, 2005 -- Smart Ones Entertainment Group has created a new innovative entertainment venue that combines the best of online competition with members' favorite music genres. First up: hip-hop at the site RapTrivia.com.

Yuhanna Sherriff, owner and CEO says that while there are other sites dedicated to hip- hop, no one else combines that kind of dedication with competitions where players can win up to $10,000 US, the grand prize.
The structure of the competitions is very straightforward. Players are asked questions about their favorite music. They must respond very quickly. "There's no time to look it up in a search engine," says Mr. Sherriff. "This is about WHAT YOU KNOW, not how good are your research abilities."

Players seem impressed. "We received this from a new member during pre-launch: 'Finally, I can see if I can win some money from something that excites me.' "

RapTrivia.com offers much more than the contests, says Mr. Sherriff. "Yeah there's a lot more. We have fully loaded member accounts. Members can upload their own videos and songs. Then they can share them with the member community. Additionally, we provide forums where members can announce their masterpieces get feedback about what's good and what's not good and discount on various products in the shopping cart area. They get also get chat - public and private. In public chat rooms we have discussions with the movers and shakers of the music genre, including artists, producers, agents and more.

Smart Ones Entertainment is the ONLY gaming environment that focuses on members' favorite music genres. Members get everything they need to compete. And it all happens in a scene designed to build excitement to a fever point in anticipation of the weekly contests.

For more information and free demo showing off this new interactive gaming environment visit: www.smartonesentertainment.com.

For Further Information contact:
Yuhanna Sherriff
Phone: 817-905-4007

CONTACT INFORMATION
Bogdan Epureanu
SC TOTAL IT PROFESSIONAL SRL
0040741963211

On Their Newly Formed Independent Label 7 Grand Records

Guru releases his solo album, Guru Version 7.0 The Street Scriptures on June 21st. This album is being released on his own label, 7 Grand Records which he started with producing partner Solar.

New York, NY (PRWEB) June 20, 2005 -- Guru is releasing Guru Version 7.0 The Street Scriptures June 21st. The release will come out on his own label 7 Grand Records that he started with producer and business partner Solar. Solar also exclusively produced all songs on the album as well.

Gurus solo project is a stunning success that evokes an array of thoughts and emotions. Its a true Hip-Hop album and Guru & Solars appreciation for the culture and the art form shines through on each track. Guests including Doo Wop, Jaguar Wright, Jean Grae, Styles P, B Real and Talib Kweli all make appearances on Street Scriptures. The first single, Step In The Arena Pt. 2 featuring mixtape king Doo Wop is hip-hop at its best with Guru once again displaying his skills on the mic and riding the track with his trademark voice.

Guru first rose to prominence as the lyrical half of Gang Starr, one of the first groups to incorporate jazz with hip-hop. After three albums, Guru launched what would be the beginning of a major solo career with Jazzmatazz Vol. 1. Guru has had the chance to collaborate with some of musics greats over the years including Roy Ayers, Donald Byrd, NDea Davenport, Branford Marsalis, Chaka Khan, Isaac Hayes and many more. Gurus journey in the music industry is one long ride that wont be forgotten. He has become a true legend and has one of the most distinguishable rhyming voices out.

After more than 10 years and 10 albums in the music industry Guru has been able to stay relevant in the changing climate of todays music. When asked how he has maintained his relevancy, Guru said, Be honest with yourself, be original, be open to criticism, and be careful not to surround yourself with yes men. So prepare yourself for a lyrical voyage with Guru Version 7.0 The Street Scriptures.

Contact:
Flawless Media
Aimee Morris
718.875.1877

"Yo Shot 2 Shine" is a contest giving unsigned artists a chance at Major Distribution and Major Exposure worldwide with some of the best in the music industry.

MEMPHIS, TN (PRWEB) June 17 -- MemphisRap.com COO of "The Source Magazine," Jeremy Miller, has started a new magazine strictly for Southern rappers called "Down Magazine" (meaning DOWN-south) that will be released on July 26th and to help launch the new magazine, Miller is giving unsigned artists "Yo Shot 2 Shine" powered by MP3.MemphisRap.com.

"Yo Shot 2 Shine" is a contest giving unsigned artists a chance at Major Distribution and Major Exposure which prizes include.

Playing live to the roaring crowd of more than 10,000 people at the Mid-South Coliseum in Memphis, TN at CrunkFest 2005, alongside the likes of Ying Yang Twins, Lil Webbie, Lil Boosie, Yo Gotti, Bun B of UGK, Gangsta Boo, Criminal Manne, Mac E and more. Plus being featured with major recording artists on the Down Magazine CD included in every magazine of the first issue hitting stands this July 26th plus more prizes.

For the full information on prizes, how to enter, or other contest information visit here.

http://www.memphisrap.com/promotions/contests/Yo_Shot_2_Shine/home/

CONTACT INFORMATION
C Littlejohn
MEMPHISRAP.COM
http://www.memphisrap.com/
901-789-4643

Livin' LG Tour Will Criss Cross the Country Promoting LG Mobile Phones and Nelly's 'PJ Tight' Energy Drink

SAN DIEGO, June 20 /PRNewswire/ -- In a unique collaboration, the nationwide "Livin' LG" Mobile Tour will cross the country promoting the latest and greatest LG mobile phones and hip-hop superstar Nelly's new, low-carb, low-calorie energy drink, PJ Tight. The tour recently kicked off in St. Louis with a charity premiere of the new film "The Longest Yard," starring Adam Sandler, Chris Rock and featuring Nelly.

The Livin' LG Mobile Tour will cross the country over the next several months in search of a new voice for the PJ Tight rhyme, ending in October at the LG Action Sports Championships in Los Angeles. The Livin' LG bus has been outfitted with a recording studio on the second floor, where hopefuls can throw down their own rhyme to a music track in the hopes of winning the grand prize, a trip for two to St. Louis to audition for Nelly's label Derrty Entertainment. Derrty Entertainment will participate in picking the winner, and the winning recording may become the new theme song for PJ Tight. Aspiring stars can perform 15 seconds of their rhyme to existing music while a LG mobile phone and digital video camera records their performance.

"This tour represents a unique grassroots marketing effort that leverages the power of two dynamic brands, Derrty Entertainment and PJ Tight, to communicate directly with consumers," said Jon Maron, director, marketing communications for LG Electronics MobileComm. "Both the LG and PJ Tight brands represent a hip, connected lifestyle, and the Livin' LG tour will give consumers all over the country the chance to experience it in their own hometown."

All auditions will be posted on the Livin' LG Web site (www.lifewithlg.com), and participants will also have the chance to win one of five monthly studio prizes, including a supply of PJ Tight. Submissions will also be accepted to pjtight@itgirlpublicrelations.com for those unable to attend the tour sites.

Visitors to the Livin' LG bus will have the chance to try out all of LG's latest handsets, and experience the fun of Livin' LG, complete with 3D video and individualized product fittings, where an LG representative will help visitors find the phone to fit their lifestyle.

The Livin' LG Mobile Tour will be stopping at events including concerts, sporting events, local fairs and celebrations in multiple cities across the country, including Atlanta, Los Angeles and New York. For the complete Livin' LG tour schedule, updates from the road, audition clips and exclusive content, please visit www.lifewithlg.com. Rules and releases can be viewed and downloaded at www.letitloose.com. For more information on rap and hip-hop star Nelly or PJ Tight, please visit www.letitloose.com or www.itgirlpublicrelations.com.

About LG Electronics

LG Electronics, Inc. (Korea Stock Exchange: 06657.KS) is a global force in electronics, information and communications products with 2004 annual sales of US $38 billion (consolidated). With more than 66,000 employees working in 76 subsidiaries in 39 countries around the world, LG Electronics is comprised of four main business companies including Mobile Communications, Digital Appliance, Digital Display, Digital Media.

LG Electronics