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Hip Hop Blue-Blood Mother of Daz Dillinger, Aunt of Snoop Dogg Dr. Varnado makes a campaign to help reform the Hip Hop community. The question that Dr. Varnado asks every time, "Before Kanye was it popular to rap about Jesus? After Kanye West will someone else dare to do it?"

Los Angeles, Calif. (PRWEB) February 24, 2006 -- Super Producer Daz Dillinger's mother Dr. Varnado makes a pledge to help the Hip Hop community. Dr Varnado is committed to helping those artists who have "broken spirits" to receive the peace of mind of having faith in a higher being. Dr. Varnado explains, "My generation has to get out of the church and into the community. We can't turn our noses up at this generation we have to help them, we should be committed to helping them." Dr. Varnado continues, "I know that it is a struggle but I am committed to help those who are in need who have been molested, who have been abused, who have been peer pressured into a gang and so forth."

Dr. Varnado is committed to helping raise the esteem of the Hip Hop generation especially. Dr Varnado explains, "I listen to these lyrics and it's basically stemming from self-hatred. We have to stop this self hatred and it comes from us as Black people not believing we are beautiful." Dr. Varnado reveals, "So I started a 'Because I don't look like you doesn't mean I am ugly campaign". Stacey Reynold explains, " I totally believe in what Dr. Varnado is doing because our children watch videos in the hip hop industry and half of those people have tons of make up on or are airbrushed and it is simply not realistic and then they go to school and their peers judge each other based on that unrealistic standard." Reynolds continues, "There are plenty of people who have murdered, stolen, abused another simply because they believed the damaging words that their parents or peers have told them. At that point ones self esteem is totally shot. You can't expect a clear picture out of damaged lenses".

The question that Dr. Varnado asks every time, "Before Kanye was it popular to rap about Jesus? After Kanye West will someone else dare to do it?"

Dr Varnado is a powerful speaker and spiritual guide for the youth. Dr. Varnado's fiery testimony and wonderful singing can also be found on Gods Army Reserves. Join her as she helps fill the void in so many lives who were challenged by adversity: child molestation, rape, terminal illnesses, abuse, emotional turmoil, low self esteem. Her teachings her words are so commanding so powerful that you walk away feeling refreshed and more connected to the Creator. She helps you align to that power that you have within you. She could be considered a Hip Hop blue blood. Her son is the multi-platinum artist producer Daz Dillinger and her nephew is rap star Snoop Dogg. She is also no stranger to the music world, as she has worked for phenomenal stars such as Bobby Blue Bland. Dr. Allean Varnando is an evangelist, singer, author, songwriter, Bible instructor and a true instrument for delivering the power words that God so often tries to tells us but we choose to ignore.

While often times ministries can be She has such a hip spirit to connect and relate to young people all over the world. She has the quick wit of any comedian and the ability to go beneath the surface of any circumstance to heal you with the power of God. Her quick wit, creativity and humor keeps the youth laughing as she ministers and reveals new methods and ways to find the right connection with the Creator. She makes it clear that God is not some far away thing but a reality that all of us have access to. Her many years of experience in the Juvenile Court System in California and Psyche Counselor in Oklahoma with youth has given her the insight on various issues that plague teenagers that adults often time forget after they reach a certain age. Dr. Varnado has appeared in Sister to Sister, Philadelphia Newspaper, Trinity Broadcasting Network, and countless other television and media outlets to share a step by step program to adhere to having a better sense of self. Is the past robbing you from the ability to receive goodness in your present? Are you unknowingly being peer pressured? Do you want to remove yourself from negative elements and people but need just an encouraging word and testimony to help? Dr. Varnado has the answer.

The question that Dr. Varnado asks every time, "Before Kanye was it popular to rap about Jesus? After Kanye West will someone else dare to do it?"

For Interview Requests:
Dr. Allean Varnado
http://www.d-p-g-c.com
http://www.myspace.com/drvarnado
901-229-4737

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The production takes cues from the earlier days of Yo' MTV Raps and
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For more info on The Immortal Technique visit
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Timmy Grins
timmygrins@arcanemusic.com
443-857-8775
On the web at: www.thebreakdown.tv

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 23, 2006--Electronic Arts (Nasdaq:ERTS) scores another winner with a phenomenal international soundtrack for FIFA Street 2. Hand selected to bring the exhilarating soccer experience to life for players worldwide, the FIFA Street 2 in-game soundtrack features 47 songs from around the world. With its unique mix of drum & bass, underground hip hop, rock and Latin artists, the game brings the most beautiful sport back to the streets.

Breaking out of the local music scene and exploding onto a worldwide stage through FIFA Street 2 are Curumin from Brazil, Swing Fly from Sweden and Bran Van 3000 featuring Curtis Mayfield from Canada. Also launching through the game are "Bite the Bullet" by Roni Size, "Hold Your Colour REMIX" by Pendulum, "Suzie" by Boy Kill Boy, "Flo Fashion" by Sway, "Tru Skool" by Coldcut featuring Roots Manuva and "Yeah, Yeah, Yeah" by The Flaming Lips. To listen to the sounds of these artists visit the FIFA STREET 2 official website at www.fifastreet2.com.

For the first time in the FIFA Street series, players will be able to shuffle through songs via three unique in-game radio stations. World-renowned DJ Zane Lowe hosts LIVE FM, the rock and hip hop station, while the Godfather of drum & bass DJ Grooverider from the UK hosts Rider Radio, and DJ Marky -- a celebrated Latin DJ and artist hosts Radio Bongo, the Latin music station. Players will also be able select from the seven international DJs and the entire song list to create their own custom-made playlists, effectively creating their own radio stations.

"We have yet again broken new ground with the soundtrack in FIFA Street 2," said Steve Schnur, Worldwide Executive of Music and Music Marketing at EA. "These 47 songs represent the hottest emerging artists around the globe. Whether you're playing FIFA Street in Japan, Mexico, Germany or the US, there's something here for everyone."

The music in FIFA Street 2 includes:

Song Title Artist
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Acredite Ou Nao (Funk Esquema Joao Marcello Boscolli
Morro Mix)
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Ant Music Hyper
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Astounded Bran Van 3000 feat. Curtis Mayfield
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Babylon Rising DJ Fresh feat. Pendulum
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Babymaker Pacific
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Big Picture Artificial Intelligence
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Bite The Bullet Roni Size
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Blood Fire The Nextmen feat. Dynamite MC
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Caionagandaia XRS Land feat. Caio Bernardes &
Fernanda Porto
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Carnival Shimano & Codeine
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Defcom 69 (Remix) Total Science
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Flo Fashion Sway
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Formed A Band Art Brut
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Free the Beast Ivory
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Freestyle Em Movimento J3
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Funk Academy DJ Fresh
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Futurismo Y Tradicion Cafe Tacuba
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Gaviota Jimmy Bosch
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Get Up Giant Robot
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Going Deaf DJ Marky & XRS
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Guerreiro Curumin
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Hold Your Colour (Bi-Polar Pendulum
Mix)
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Jawbreaker (Big In The Game Killa Kela
Remix feat. Aggi Dukes)
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Kickback Lethal Bizzle
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Made In Bahia DJ Patife feat. Cleveland Watkiss,
Cortejo Afro, Mariene De Castro &
MC Fats
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Munich Editors
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Net Ripper Futurebound & Entity
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Never Gonna Stop The Show General Midi
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No Return Artificial Intelligence
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No Time 2 Love DJ Marky & Bungle
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Nu Yorica Lemon D
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O Yeah End of Fashion
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Que Isso Menina DJ Patife feat. Trio Mocoto
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Raw Live Lyrics Born, Del The Funky
Homosapian, Pigeon John and Steve
Knight
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Rock & Roll Queen The Subways
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Rock The Boat Shy FX & T Power feat. Di
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Samba De Flora Airto Moreira
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Say Your Words Concord Dawn
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Something's Got Me Started Swing Fly
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Suzie Boy Kill Boy
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The Odyssey (Grooverider VIP) Drumsound & Simon Bassline Smith
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Tijuana Bass Nortec Collective
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Tru Skool Coldcut feat. Roots Manuva
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Victory Q Project
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Without Me British Beef
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Yeah, Yeah, Yeah The Flaming Lips
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Your Isolation Craggz & Parallel Forces
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FIFA Street 2 builds on the arcade gameplay experience of the original title, but now boasts a greater emphasis on skills battles and features a larger selection of tricks, including all-new in-game juggling. With advancements in gameplay and all-new signature moves for the world's greatest professional players, FIFA Street 2 takes the game back to the streets in the ultimate display of skills. Using the superstars of the game, legendary street masters, or a self-created character, players can rule the streets and make a name for themselves by mastering an arsenal of tricks in FIFA Street 2.

Celebrated Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo is the new face for FIFA Street 2. Since signing for Manchester United in 2003, Ronaldo has catapulted into the international spotlight and earned the reputation for being an electrifying winger. Ronaldo's impressive performances were recognized when he was awarded the club's Sir Matt Busby player of the year award in his debut season in 2003-04 and fans world wide voted him FIFPro Special Young Player of the Year in 2005. He will showcase his skills once again on the largest international stage when he makes his World Cup debut for the Portuguese national team at the FIFA World Cup in Germany in June.

FIFA Street 2 is developed by EA Canada in Vancouver, B.C. and will to ship on the PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system, the Xbox(R) video game system from Microsoft, Nintendo GameCube(TM) and for the first time on the PSP(TM) (PlayStation(R)Portable) system and Nintendo DS(TM) handheld. Screenshots can be found at www.fifastreet2.com.

About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts Inc. (EA), headquartered in Redwood City, California, is the world's leading interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1982, the company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for videogame systems, personal computers and the Internet. Electronic Arts markets its products under four brand names: EA SPORTS(TM), EA(TM), EA SPORTS BIG(TM) and POGO(TM). In fiscal 2005, EA posted revenues of $3.1 billion and had 31 titles that sold more than one million copies. EA's homepage and online game site is www.ea.com. More information about EA's products and full text of press releases can be found on the Internet at http://info.ea.com.

Electronic Arts, EA, EA SPORTS, EA SPORTS BIG, and POGO are trademarks or registered trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. Official FIFA licensed product. Manufactured under license by Electronic Arts Inc. Microsoft and Xbox are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. "PlayStation" is a registered trademark and PSP is a trademark of SCEI. (TM), (R), Nintendo DS and Nintendo GameCube are trademarks of Nintendo.

Contacts
EA
Tammy Schachter, 650-628-7223 (Corporate Communications)
tschachter@ea.com
Steve Frost, 604-456-5067 (EA Sports)
sfrost@ea.com

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital Rights Agency, the leading worldwide digital music distributor, announced today it has sent a letter to Sprint Nextel Corporation CEO Gary Forsee, strongly condemning the company's failure to include independent record label catalogs in its recently launched full-track download service.

Digital Rights Agency represents more than 250 leading independent labels, including exclusive digital rights for the multi-platinum Daddy Yankee title Barrio Fino, the Billboard #1 Latin album of 2005, and key titles by gold and platinum recording artists Chamillionaire, Lil Jon, Snoop Dogg, Death Cab for Cutie, Yellowcard, Smokey Robinson, Count Basie and many others.

"More than three months after launching the service, and after advertising on the Super Bowl and Grammy Awards, it's simply unacceptable that Sprint continues to exclude independent labels from its full-track download service," said Digital Rights Agency Managing Director Tuhin Roy. "It's difficult to understand how Sprint will compete with services like iTunes or Verizon's Vstream, if 25% of the time, it will be unable to deliver the music than its subscribers are looking for."

For two years, DRA has attempted to initiate direct negotiations with Sprint for a license, and has been repeatedly told that Sprint does not have the resources to carry independent labels. However, DRA and several large independent content owners including the Beggars Group and V2 Records have licensed their catalogs and delivered content to Groove Mobile, which back-ends the Sprint service. As a result, the inclusion of thousand of independent label catalogs in the Sprint service is currently as simple as Groove Mobile 'flipping a switch.' However, Sprint has refused to take deliveries of independent content from Groove Mobile or to negotiate direct licensing deals with independent labels. In contrast, Verizon has been extremely supportive of independent record labels and has included thousands of independent label catalogs in its Vstream service.

"Not only do independent labels represent 25% of the music sold in the United States, but they are the engine that keeps the industry vital and growing," added Roy. "DRA's mission is to ensure that independent labels have fair access to digital music services, and we sincerely hope that Sprint will reverse its current policy of excluding the talented and popular artists represented by indie labels."

DRA has over 185,000 tracks available for digital distribution from record labels in the U.S, Canada, Mexico, Spain, France, U.K., Italy, Germany, Korea, India and Russia. DRA's catalog is available on more than 200 digital music services worldwide, including iTunes, Napster, Rhapsody, Yahoo, eMusic, Verizon, Virgin Mega, T-Online and mobile carriers in more than 40 countries, including O2 and Orange in the UK and KDDI in Japan.

NOTE: The Digital Rights Agency is a trademark of Digital Rights Agency LLC. All other trademarks are the intellectual property of their respective owners.

Source: Digital Rights Agency LLC

CONTACT: Kurt Foeller of Foeller Communications, +1-415-578-3251, or
DRA-at-foellercom.com, for Digital Rights Agency LLC

STUDIO CITY, Calif., Feb. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- The following is being issued by BET:

WHAT: LIL' KIM: COUNTDOWN TO LOCKDOWN chronicles the Queen Bee's last two weeks of freedom as she ties up her business, says goodbye to friends and makes peace with herself as she emotionally prepares to serve a 366-day prison sentence. In this new half-hour series, BET and production partner Edmonds Entertainment deliver full access to Lil' Kim's life and her entourage as she paints the town twenty-four hours a day attending sexy fashion shows, star- studded parties, music video shoots, and glamorous shopping trips. Lil' Kim then begins the physical transformation to becoming Kimberly Jones, peeling off the layers of hair extensions, acrylic nails and stage make-up. Final destination: the penitentiary, where Kimberly turns herself in to authorities. This is Kim's real life with all of its glamour, drama, comedy and tragedy.

SHOW PREMIERE: Thursday, March 9, 2006

SHOW SCHEDULE: Thursdays, 9:30 p.m. (ET/PT) - Six episodes

ON THE WEB: http://www.bet.com/

ADDITIONAL INFO: Artwork and press information available at http://www.bet.com/pr. Lil' Kim's latest release, The Naked Truth, is in stores now! For more information, visit her website at http://www.lilkim.com/.

ABOUT BET: BET, a subsidiary of Viacom, Inc. (NYSE:VIA) (NYSE:and) (NYSE: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.

Source: BET (Black Entertainment Television)

CONTACT: Tosha Whitten-Griggs, +1-818-655-6712,
Tosha.whitten-griggs@bet.net, or Zabrina Horton, +1-818-655-6737,
Zabrina.horton@bet.net, both of BET; or Tracy Nguyen, of 5W Public Relations,
+1-212-999-5585 x 212, tnguyen@5wpr.com

Web site: http://www.bet.com/
http://www.lilkim.com/

Online Hip Hop magazine, SoundSlam.com, is celebrating the upcoming release of 20/20, the new album from Dilated Peoples, with a special week showcasing the career and contribution of one of Hip Hop's most celebrated acts.

(PRWEB) February 23, 2006 -- Online Hip Hop magazine, SoundSlam.com, is celebrating the upcoming release of 20/20, the new album from Dilated Peoples, with a special week showcasing the career and contribution of one of Hip Hop's most celebrated acts.

Throughout Dilated Peoples' week, SoundSlam will present the public with an in-depth look into the group, including interviews with all three members, reviews of Dilated's past and current albums, and an exclusive column from Evidence himself.

"Throughout the years Dilated Peoples have been committed to producing quality, thought-provoking work." Commented Alex Fruchter, SoundSlam features editor, "They always try to push the envelope and expand, while still staying in touch with the past."

Fans of the group, and even those unfamiliar with Dilated Peoples will be able to get an inside look at the group, and will have the opportunity to take part in interactive polls and discussions about the group that will take place in SoundSlam's online community and forums.

Emcees Rakka, Evidence, and Deejay Babu, known collectively as Dilated Peoples, have been a force in Hip Hop for over ten years. Their breakthrough album, The platform, was released in 2000 and is regarded as a Hip Hop classic. They followed up that album with releases, Expansion Team, and Neighborhood Watch, and have received praise from critics and fans alike for their music and impressive live show.

Dilated Peoples' week kicks off Monday, February 20th. Be sure to log on and join the Expansion Team.

About SoundSlam.com

Online since 2003, SoundSlam.com has become a top destination for urban music fans worldwide. The site has been referenced by the New York Times, and Comedy Central and has received accolades in press outlets across the globe.

Alexander Fruchter
SoundSlam.com
Features Editor

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Aaron Berkowitz
314-809-2502

Gerard Spinks, writer, author, publisher, and entertainment executive announces purchase of Bubblelistic Music Management http://www.myspace.com/bubblelistic. The two companies will merge and complement one another in acquiring and releasing new talent to the hip hop and R&B market. Gerard Spinks is a member of the Spinks Boxing Clan where Cory Spinks has unified the Welterweight title.

New York, NY (PRWEB) February 23, 2006 -- Gerard Spinks, writer of How To Be Rich, Nigga, The Ballers Guide to Major Figure$, The Poor Mans Guide to the Rich Mans World, and owner of Gerard Spinks Publishing, Spinks Technologies, and Spinks Real Estate Holdings announces that Gerard Spinks Publishing has purchased and is merging with Bubblelistic Music Management. The company is the creative force behind its Underground Millionaires Militia Virtual Reality TV which has received over 500,000+ user views in the last 60 days alone.

Bubblelistic Management is an entertainment management company based out of Baltimore, Maryland and is headed by Ms. Roshanda Duncan. Ms. Duncan is an African-American entrepreneur and has made appearances on HBOs The Wire series as well as been featured in Rolling Stone Magazine Advertisements. She has been involved in the music business since she was 9 years old starting out as a musician and manages music artists in the Washington, D.C., Baltimore, MD, and New York areas.

Mr. Spinks says that after reviewing the incredible work ethic and capabilities of Ms. Duncan, it was a natural and organic selection to merge the two companies together to form one entertainment movement venture. Roshanda Duncan is the truth and demonstrated true value to me both as an author and a businessman. And, we are both African-American with similar passion and similar drive in the entertainment industry. Ms. Duncan say "Taking this next step will enhance Bubblelistic management into a worldwide presence that will prepare artists to live on generation after generation."

Terms of the deal were not disclosed, however, Mr. Spinks says that the new company called Spinks Bubblelistic Records will be based out of both New York City and Baltimore, MD and be charged with finding new and exciting talent and promoting and distributing this talents works throughout the United States, Europe, and Canada.

Spinks Bubblelistic is a new story and a different kind of glory. One full of excitement, intrigue, moral values, wealth, passion, and desire. The company is presently reviewing talent out of New York and Los Angeles and is teamed up with many large music empires throughout the United States. Spinks Bubblelistic has distribution deals on the table to extend its marketing and retail reach worldwide.

Gerard Spinks got started in hip hop music in 1992 and was one of the founders of the San Francisco Bay Area's independent rap music explosion where he launched a successful clothing company, technology venture and music record label. He is an entrepreneur that specializes in acquiring and growing mid-range small cap growth companies.

# # #

Ms. Roshanda Duncan
Spinks Bubblelistic Records, LLC
http://www.myspace.com/gerardspinkspublishing
443-562-9113

Scholarship at Juilliard School of Music to Be Created

CUPERTINO, Calif., Feb. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Apple(R) today announced that one billion songs have been legally downloaded from the iTunes(R) Music Store since it was launched less than three years ago. The billionth song "Speed of Sound" was purchased as part of Coldplay's X&Y album by Alex Ostrovsky from West Bloomfield, Michigan and as the grand prize winner he will receive a 20-inch iMac(R), 10 fifth generation iPods and a $10,000 gift card good for any item on the iTunes Music Store. In addition, Apple will establish a scholarship to the world-renowned Juilliard School of Music in his name to commemorate this milestone.

"I hope that every customer, artist and music company executive takes a moment today to reflect on what we've achieved together during the past three years," said Steve Jobs, Apple's CEO. "Over one billion songs have now been legally purchased and downloaded around the globe, representing a major force against music piracy and the future of music distribution as we move from CDs to the Internet."

With Apple's legendary ease of use, pioneering features such as integrated video and Podcasting support, iMix playlist sharing, seamless integration with iPod(R) and groundbreaking personal use rights, the iTunes Music Store is the best way for Mac(R) and PC users to legally discover, purchase and download music and videos online. The iTunes Music Store now features a selection of over 3,500 music videos, Pixar and Disney short films, a variety of hit TV shows, 35,000 podcasts, 16,000 audiobooks and more than two million songs from the major music companies and independent record labels.

The iTunes Music Store is also the world's most popular video download store with more than 15 million videos purchased and downloaded. iTunes offers over 60 popular TV shows for just $1.99 for viewing on a computer or iPod and recently added new hit programming from ABC, Bravo, NBC, MTV Networks and SHOWTIME.

Apple ignited the personal computer revolution in the 1970s with the Apple II and reinvented the personal computer in the 1980s with the Macintosh. Today, Apple continues to lead the industry in innovation with its award- winning desktop and notebook computers, OS X operating system, and iLife and professional applications. Apple is also spearheading the digital music revolution with its iPod portable music players and iTunes online music store.

NOTE: Apple, the Apple logo, Mac, Mac OS, Macintosh, iTunes, iMac and iPod are trademarks of Apple. Other company and product names may be trade- marks of their respective owners.

Source: Apple Computer, Inc.

CONTACT: Amy Gardner, +1-408-974-2292, or agardner@apple.com, or Tom
Neumayr, +1-408-974-1972, or tneumayr@apple.com, both of Apple Computer, Inc.

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

NOTE TO EDITORS: For additional information visit Apple's PR website (www.apple.com/pr/), or call Apple's Media Helpline at 408-974-2042.

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RALEIGH, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 22, 2006--
Oasys Mobile Customers Can Access Hundreds of Polyphonic and TrueTone Ringtones From Artists Including Dr. Dre, Snoop Dog and Cuban Link

Oasys Mobile, Inc. (OTCBB: OYSM), formerly Summus, Inc., a leading provider of premium mobile media content, products and services, today announced a partnership with The Nickels Group, a digital entertainment production house, to distribute Reggaeton Nation and Death Row Records ringtones on OasysMobile.com.

Through its partnership with The Nickels Group, Oasys Mobile is able to expand its current ringtone offerings to best meet the growing demand for Latino and hip-hop inspired ringtones in both polyphonic and TrueTone formats. Reggaeton Nation, the cult Reggaeton and Latin hip-hop brand founded in 2004, introduced Latin content to the mobile space and includes international superstars such as Cuban Link, Calle 13, Miky Bad Boy and many others. OasysMobile.com will feature more than 400 Reggaeton Nation ringtones.

The partnership also enables Oasys Mobile to distribute more than 150 ringtones from Death Row Records. Founded by Suge Knight in 1992, Death Row Records' mobile arm will give OasysMobile.com customers access to ringtones from hip-hop stars like Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre and Kurupt.
"As the burgeoning Latino community continues to grow, so does the demand for mobile content that represents their musical interests," said Daryl Young, co-founder of The Nickels Group. "By partnering with Oasys Mobile, The Nickels Group is able to share music from Reggaeton Nation and Death Row Records Mobile with the Latino and hip-hop communities. Young, urban consumers are requiring more choices than ever when it comes to ringtones and The Nickels Group and Oasys Mobile are able to meet this need by offering a wide variety of exclusive ringtones that appeal to their musical tastes."

OasysMobile.com is part of a new generation of mobile lifestyle portals where consumers can purchase the latest mobile content - including ringtones, games, wallpaper and more - and safely store them in a virtual "locker" that can be accessed anytime, anywhere. The password-protected lockers give consumers a safe place to store and retrieve their mobile content should they upgrade, lose or break their handsets.

"According to USAToday.com, the U.S. ringtone industry was worth $600 million in 2005, almost twice its worth in 2004. Our strategic partnerships with companies like The Nickels Group allow us to strengthen our breadth of offerings and our leadership in the mobile marketplace," said Gary Ban, CEO of Oasys Mobile. "At OasysMobile.com, we offer our customers access to more than 14,000 unique pieces of mobile content--including ringtones, wallpapers and games--and allow them to buy, own and keep them beyond the life of the cell phone. Our partnership with The Nickels Group is one of several designed to offer a variety of content options to help consumers define and showcase their mobile personalities."

Oasys Mobile, Inc. provides consumers with the best mobile content available by partnering with leading content providers to develop compelling and unique wireless applications and content for mobile phones. Through its relationships with mega-brand content partners like Fujifilm, AOL, Mattel, The Wall Street Journal and nine-time world series of poker pro Phil Hellmuth, Oasys Mobile, Inc. has developed more than 30 compelling and unique mobile products in the popular categories of games, personalization, entertainment and messaging. This content is distributed through OasysMobile.com and through major wireless carriers and distribution partners worldwide.

About The Nickels Group
The Nickels Group is a consortium of film, music and event producers who produce and acquire traditional and mobile/online content. Founded by Daryl Young and Jonas Hudson, The Nickels Group has created alliances with celebrities, filmmakers, musicians and athletes to provide unique and entertaining content for all global mediums from digital distribution to major theatrical film releases.

The Nickels Group mobile distribution reaches nearly 850 million users worldwide and has distribution deals with Vodafone (Aus), Sprint (US), Telcel (Mexico), Vodafone (UK), Teljoy (South Africa), and others.
Current Nickels Group projects include the feature documentary film "Reggaeton Nation: Volume 1 - Cuba" and the first Reggaeton based feature narrative "Spin" (currently in Post-Production). Plus, the hottest Reggaeton compilation entitled "Reggaeton Nation compilation CD - Stars of 2006 Vol.1".

About Oasys Mobile, Inc.
Oasys Mobile, Inc. (formerly Summus, Inc.) is a leading provider of premium mobile media content, products and services distributed through OasysMobile.com and top-tier wireless carriers in the U.S. and abroad. Oasys Mobile is uniquely positioned to give consumers the ability to manage their mobile lifestyle by delivering a breadth of offerings including OasysMobile.com, a leading-edge mobile lifestyle portal that is changing the way teens and young adults buy, own and keep their mobile content. Oasys Mobile also develops, publishes and distributes more than 30 branded mobile applications in all major categories, from personalization and games to messaging and entertainment. The Oasys Mobile white-label services give carriers and content companies access to an exciting new venue which will extend their mobile offerings off-deck and reach new customers.
Whether it's OasysMobile.com, the branded mobile products, or the white-label service offerings, Oasys Mobile is Wireless Refreshment.
This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties concerning Oasys Mobile's business, products and financial results. Actual results may differ materially from the results predicted. More information about potential risk factors that could affect our business, products and financial results is included in Oasys Mobile's annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2004, and in reports subsequently filed by Oasys Mobile with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). All documents are available through the SEC's Electronic Data Gathering Analysis and Retrieval system (EDGAR) at www.sec.gov or from Oasys Mobile's web site at www.oasysmobileinc.com. Oasys Mobile hereby disclaims any obligation to publicly update the information provided above, including forward-looking statements, to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.
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Unrivaled Event Helps Boost Interest in Condo Sales

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- On Thursday, February 16, 2006, San Diego proved it's ready to rock. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego, the city's first branded condo-hotel kicked off condo sales with an evening sure to keep San Diego buzzing. Ashlee Simpson, Carmen Electra, Hoobastank, the Ying Yang Twins and Benji Madden led the evening's festivities at a high-profile, all-out event held in the heart of San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter.

Simpson and Electra led the red carpet scene in front of a hoard of screaming fans and the world's top media. They both served as the party's hosts and introduced the incredible line-up of talent to roaring applause from the crowd. The chart-topping show opened with a selection of party favorites from Atlanta's rap duo, the Ying Yang Twins. Hoobastank, the platinum-selling rock band, followed and treated Hard Rock Hotel guests to an exclusive preview of their hot, new music. This was their first live performance since the release of their third album. Benji Madden, lead guitarist of the band Good Charlotte, was on the turntables playing a selection of 80's, hip hop and rock to a fashionable and energetic crowd of the young and young-at-heart. Other guests that came out to party included celebrities Macy Gray, Shane West, Andrew Keegan, Vincent Young, Ryan Key of Yellowcard, Duff McKagan, Matt Sorum and Dave Kushner of Velvet Revolver, Kassim Osgood and Shawne Merriman of the San Diego Chargers.

The party's hosts were so impressed with the party that they are both in talks with Hard Rock Hotel San Diego to design one of the 15 rock star suites. Each to be fashioned by a different celebrity designer, Ashlee Simpson mentioned that her suite would be a "Surfer Chick" theme, complete with bamboo accents, tiki torch lights and a personally-signed surfboard hanging on the wall. Carmen Electra, on the other hand, has plans to create a "Rock Star Goddess" suite filled with lots of candles, sexy satin sheets, a heart-shaped bath tub and a stripper pole for the late night seductress.

Filled with Hollywood's elite and San Diego's top influentials, the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego offered first-class, VIP treatment to all 1,500-plus guests that attended its private celebration. Remaining faithful to its long-standing corporate motto "Love All, Serve All," guests enjoyed an explosive atmosphere with flowing signature drinks, custom ice sculptures, and attentive model-like wait staff dressed in edgy, Hard Rock gear. The Hard Rock Hotel San Diego captured the appeal and excitement of the music industry's best known icon by transforming a large, popular nightclub into a sleek, sexy party space, giving party-goers a taste for what's to come.

"We want to bring a whole new level of entertainment and style to San Diego," said Greg Casserly, President of Tarsadia Hotels, the operator. "The party featured the same trademark rock 'n' roll attitude and impulsive energy for which Hard Rock Hotels are famous. We are extremely excited to make our initial mark in this city with an unforgettable, jaw-dropping event."

Since that night, the sales center has been flooded with condo reservation requests. The 12-story, 420 unit condo-hotel, is currently under construction and expected to open in Spring 2007. Like the event itself, the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego will define modern standards of luxury and cool. Located in the heart of the party scene, at the corner of Fifth Avenue and L Street, the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego will offer both owners and hotel guests a unique experience combined with 24/7 service and high-octane nightlife yet scene in Downtown San Diego.

Units for sale will range from studios to rock star suites, with prices starting in the $400s. Designed to make it easy to work hard and play hard, each condo will have a hip, electric vibe, with stunning, modern furniture and state-of-the-art lighting and electronics. Owners will also enjoy the hotel's various amenities including 24-hour concierge service, a world-class spa and fitness center, a high-tech screening room, a landscaped rooftop pool deck with private cabanas, a 7,000 square foot live music venue, a world-class restaurant operated by Nobu and chic lounge and pool bar by Rande Gerber.

Sales begin late February 2006. For more information, contact 877-503-ROCK (7625) or visit www.hardrockcondos.com. The condo-hotel sales center is located at 345 Sixth Avenue, San Diego.

ABOUT TARSADIA HOTELS

Based in Newport Beach, California, privately held Tarsadia Hotels is a national hotel development and management company. Over the past 30 years, Tarsadia has been involved in the acquisition, development and operation of more than 200 hotels.

ABOUT HARD ROCK INTERNATIONAL

With 120 high-energy Hard Rock Cafes and 13 Hard Rock Hotels and Casinos in more than 40 countries, Hard Rock International is one of the world's most globally-recognized brands. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world's greatest collection of music memorabilia, which is displayed at its locations around the globe. Hard Rock is also known for its collectible fashion and music-related merchandise, Hard Rock Live performance venues and an award-winning website. Hard Rock International, Inc. is owned by The Rank Group Plc. For more information on Hard Rock, visit www.hardrock.com.

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Zora Huculak / zora@taraink.com
310.278.1777, ext. 240
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305.864.3434, ext. 132

Source: Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

CONTACT: Zora Huculak, +1-310-278-1777, ext. 240, zora@taraink.com, or
Elliott Stares, +1-305-864-3434, ext. 132, elliott@taraink.com, both of TARA,
Ink., for Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

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

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

Mariah Carey Wins 'TRL 1st Lady' and Fall Out Boy Wins 'Best New Artist'

NEW YORK, Feb. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- MTV honors the artists that make TRL one of the best live shows to watch on television during the "4th Annual TRL Awards" airing on Saturday, February 25th at 12PM ET/PT.

Hosted by MTV VJs Damien Fahey, Vanessa Minnillo and Susie Castillo, the "TRL Awards" paid tribute to some of the most exciting artists and moments. The star-studded awards show included appearances by Mariah Carey, Bono, Madonna, Kanye West, Shia Labeouf, My Chemical Romance, Fall Out Boy, Ne-Yo, Amanda Bynes, Jessica Alba, Stephen Colletti from Laguna Beach and special performances by Chris Brown and Ashlee Simpson. In addition, the "TRL Awards" had the exclusive in the studio interview with Christina Aguilera where she talks about her new album and more. Madonna was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award and Bono, was presented with Most Inspired Artist Award.

Winners were determined by viewer voting via MTV.com. Flipbooks of celebrities presenting and performing, highlights from the red carpet, backstage, in the studio and last year's show are available on MTV.com. MTV Overdrive, the network's broadband channel, MTV Overdrive, the network's broadband channel, will air red carpet interviews with all of your favorite celebs, more of Damien's interview with Christina Aguilera and Bono and play lists from the TRL Award winners.

For more details, go to MTV.com.

"TRL Awards" Winners (All Caps):

TRL's 1ST LADY

Kelly Clarkson
Gwen Stefani
Shakira
MARIAH CAREY

MAN OF THE YEAR

KANYE WEST
Eminem
50 Cent
Gerard Way from My Chemical Romance

BEST NEW ARTIST

Ciara
FALL OUT BOY
Chris Brown
My Chemical Romance

ROC DA MIC

GREEN DAY
50 Cent
Gwen Stefani
Black Eyed Peas

FAKE ID

CHRIS BROWN
Daniel Radcliffe
Lindsay Lohan
Hilary Duff

BEST GROUP THAT ACTUALLY PLAYS INSTRUMENTS

The Killers
Fall Out Boy
MY CHEMICAL ROMANCE
Green Day
Simple Plan

WET YOUR PANTS

Jamie Foxx
Vince Vaughn
JACK BLACK
Anthony Anderson

QUIT YOUR DAY JOB

Hilary Duff
Jessica Alba
Snoop Dogg & Ludacris
AMANDA BYNES AND SHIA LABEOUF

CRASH AND BURN AWARD

Jennifer Aniston
Charlize Theron
JESSICA ALBA
Suchin Pak

COUNTDOWN KILLER

Mariah Carey
Green Day
KELLY CLARKSON
Eminem

BOUNCE BACK AWARD

Ashlee Simpson

MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom (NYSE:VIA) (NYSE:VIA.B) , is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. MTV Networks, with more than 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, VH1 CLASSIC, LOGO, MTVN INTERNATIONAL and THE DIGITAL SUITE FROM MTV NETWORKS, a package of 13 digital services, all of these networks trademarks of MTV Networks. MTV Networks connects with its audiences through its robust consumer products businesses and its more than 95 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: Andrea Manning, +1-212-846-5793, Andrea.manning@mtvstaff.com,
or Melissa Barreto, +1-212-846-7226, Melissa.Barreto@mtvstaff.com, both of MTV
Communications

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

Promo Only MPE to provide content to digital jukeboxes; owners able to download tracks immediately upon release.

(PRWEB via PR Web Direct) February 22, 2006 -- Promo Only MPE (www.promoonlympe.com), the leading label-endorsed digital distribution system in the United States, today announced that it will provide digital jukeboxes with music exclusively from the Promo Only MPE System. With the aid of Promo Only MPE, jukebox owners will now be able to download tracks immediately upon release, ensuring that their systems are constantly provided with only the freshest content specifically targeted to their respective demographic markets.

The new MAX FIRE jukeboxes, distributed exclusively by SML Entertainment, will feature touch screen technology and the capacity to hold over 50,000 songs. Promo Only MPE will digitally deliver music to these jukeboxes via its safe and secure delivery system, alleviating fears of industry piracy.

Operators who own jukeboxes in multiple locations will be able to move individual tracks and video content to each box via a single centralized computer. The MAX FIRE jukeboxes are wall mounted and operated using a bill and coin system, making them ideally suited for use in bars, clubs and restaurants. The campaign will roll out in Canada first, debuting in additional markets shortly thereafter.

After evaluating a number of alternatives available to us, the Promo Only MPE System was the hands-down favorite, said SML President Tony Fisher.

Promo Only MPE has already established itself as the clear choice in the music industry. We are pleased that the jukebox industry has now chosen to jump on board and take advantage of this tremendous innovation.

Music sent digitally to a jukebox via the Promo Only MPE System ensures that it is able to reach new audiences in a secure and controlled way, said Dean Ernst, Director of Promo Only MPE. The ability to pick and choose which tracks will be added to your jukebox provides owners with great command and guarantees a musical selection that is highly targeted and meets the needs of their clientele.

Promo Only MPE has been leading the music industry in digital distribution in the United States since its launch in October of 2004. To date, the system has over 6,200 individual registered users. In excess of 9000 tracks have been distributed through the Promo Only MPE System for labels including Universal Music Group, Sony BMG, EMI Music Group and Warner Music Group. 2005 marked the partnership deal with Mediabase 24/7 monitoring service and the unveiling of the first ever digital distribution system with Spanish language capabilities, allowing it to serve the growing number of Spanish speaking radio stations and Latin label divisions in the United States. In 2006, Radio and Records announced that they will combine with Promo Only as the exclusive sales representative for the Promo Only MPE System.

Promo Only MPE recently announced the availability of a MAC version of its digital distribution system as well as the release of version 2.0 featuring a number of key upgrades including full iPod support, music video delivery capabilities and linear HD audio support.

Promo Only MPE is used and supported by every major broadcaster including Clear Channel, Infinity, Citadel, Cox, Cumulus, Salem Communications, Radio One, Emmis, Entercom, Sirius, Journal, ABC, DMX, CBS, Jones Radio, Yahoo, AOL, Music Choice, Disney, Univision, Westwood One, Regent, Premiere Radio, Next Media and many others.

About Promo Only
With offices in Orlando, New York, Los Angeles, Calgary, Chicago and London, Promo Only (www.promoonly.com) is the world leader in subscription-based music and music video services. Promo Only offers a complete line of music on CD and music video on DVD designed to meet the needs of music professionals, business owners and retail operations. Jim Robinson and Pete Werner founded Promo Only in 1992.

About Destiny Media Technologies
Destiny Media Technologies, Inc. (www.dsny.com) (DSNY.OB) is a leader in developing easy-to-use tools for distributing media through the internet. The company's suite of streaming and downloadable products includes: Clipstream (tm), Destiny Media Player (tm), Radio Destiny (tm), and MPE (tm). Established in 1991, the company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.

About SML Entertainment
From its formation in 1956 in Calgary, Alberta, Southern Music Ltd. has been an innovator and industry leader. SML was one of the first companies to introduce jukeboxes to the Calgary market, and then throughout Western Canada. The company soon expanded to include shuffleboards, as well as introducing Calgarys first Games Arcade in the 1950s. Their commitment to customer service and satisfaction, as well as their innovative approach to the amusement industry, has made SML one of the largest companies of its kind in Western Canada.

For additional information contact:

Liam Collopy Vice President
Levine Communications Office
T: 310.300.0950 x 232
F: 310.300.0951
Alastair Duncan
Account Executive
Levine Communications Office
T: 310.300.0950 x 234
F: 310.300.0951

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Liam Collopy
LCO - Levine Communications Office
310-300-0950 +232

(Brooklyn, NY February 22, 2006) One of hip-hop's rising stars and one of its most legendary figures are teaming up to take the country by storm. M-1 (of the group dead prez) will be joining Ghostface of the Wu-Tang Clan for the "Fishscale Tour."

M-1 burst into the public consciousness with the 2000 dead prez release Lets Get Free, a socially aware, politically driven masterpiece that was equally indebted to Malcolm X and Public Enemy. M-1's solo debut, Confidential, which features appearances by Q-Tip, K'naan, Cassandra Wilson, and a cut with dead prez cohort Sticman, will be released March 21st through Sotti/Koch records.

Ghostface is a founding member of the Wu-Tang clan and is considered one of rap's most revered solo artists. His 1999 album Supreme Clientele was named one of the "Top 10 Albums of All Time" by VIBE Magazine. His upcoming album Fishscale will be released on March 28th.

March 5 Millvale, PA Mr. Smalls
March 6 Cleveland, OH House of Blues
March 7 Detroit, MI St. Andrew's Hall
March 9 Indianapolis, IN The Vogue
March 10 Chicago, IL House of Blues
March 12 Minneapolis, MN First Avenue
March 13 Omaha, NE Sokol Underground
March 14 Lawrence, KS Granada Theater
March 15 Fort Collins, CO Aggie Theater
March 17 Denver, CO Gothic Theater
March 18 Park City, UT Suede
March 19 Boise, ID Big Easy Concert
March 21 Seattle, WA Showbox
March 22 Portland, OR Berbatti's
March 24 San Francisco, CA Mezzanine
March 25 Santa Cruz, CA The Catalyst
March 26 San Diego, CA House of Blues
March 27 Los Angeles, CA House of Blues
March 28 Anaheim, CA House of Blues
March 29 Tempe, AZ Clubhouse
March 31 Austin, TX Emo's
April 1 Houston, TX Warehouse Live
April 6 Atlanta, GA Cat's Cradle
April 8 Asheville, NC Orange Peel
April 9 Charlottesville, VA Starr Hill Music Club
April 10 Washington DC 930 Club
April 11 Baltimore, MD Sonar
April 12 New York, NY BB King's
April 18 Providence, RI Lupo's
April 19 Burlington, VT Higher Ground
April 20 New Haven, CT Toad's Place

M-1's MySpace Page: http://www.myspace.com/m1rbg

Video for "Till We Get There" feat K'naan

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For more information and interviews with M-1 please contact Audible Treats: Michelle Mayumi McDevitt @ 718.768.7275 or email michelle@audibletreats.com.

February 22nd, 2006 (Jacksonville, FL) - The recent passing of hip-hop producing legend James "J-Dilla" Yancey has inspired numerous commemorative tributes to his prolific production work and innovative sound which is credited to bringing an authentic soul sound to hip-hop. The latest tribute comes from Jacksonville Florida based DJ Crew Little Green Apples who deliver the first thorough musicology of Dilla's work side-by-side with the original classics which he sampled and re-worked into fresh Hip-Hop masterpieces over his 15 year career. "The Quintessential J-Dilla Musicology Mix" is nearly 80 minutes of Dilla inspired soul, funk, and hip-hop mixed to perfection by the LGA crew that will give novice and hardcore Dilla fans a true appreciate of the legend and hiswork.

"The Quintessential J-Dilla Musicology Mix" spans Dilla's early works with groups like The Pharcyde and A Tribe Called Quest as well as rare Dilla works and exclusive interviews that help shape the musicology into a complete offering showcasing the true depth of Dilla's career in music. The hopes of LGA are that this tribute will serve as a time capsule for future generations of music lovers to discover the soulful and prolific works of James "J-Dilla" Yancey long after the mourning of his untimely passing has subsided.

"The Quintessential J-Dilla Musicology Mix" is being offered for exclusive download for a limited time only at this location: http://904hiphop.com/mp3s/LGAmusicology.zip

Also the cover artwork and complete mix can be downloaded for a limited time from Asamov's Myspace page here: http://myspace.com/asamov

Downloaders of the musicology are highly encouraged to consider donating to Dilla's Mother, Maureen Yancey, who relocated to Los Angeles to take care of her son who inevitably succumbed to lumphus.

Little Green Apples are DJ Therapy and DJ Basic who also form one-half of Hip-Hop group Asamov who's debut album "And Now..." was voted one of the best releases of 2005 by HipHopSite.com.

For more information on LGA visit: http://myspace.com/asamov

To donate to the James "J-Dilla" Yancey fund contact:

Maureen Yancey
132 N. Sycamore Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90036

Made Payable to Mrs. Maureen Yancey

Kevin Epps, acclaimed digital filmmaker and founder of Mastamind Production, LLC will release his latest production "Rap Dreams", in movie theatres, on DVD, and Podcast, all simultaneously. This film contrasts the subjects' bling bling dreams with reality.

(PRWEB) February 23, 2006 -- Kevin Epps, acclaimed digital filmmaker and founder of Mastamind Production, LLC will release his latest production "Rap Dreams", in movie theatres, on DVD, and Podcast (downloadable for $1.99), all simultaneously. Set to release on March 10 of this year, Rap Dreams will be screened at select Bay Area theaters. Theaters include the Roxie Cinema in San Francisco, the Parkway in Oakland, CA, with other cities, LA, NY, Chicago, Atlanta, and Philadelphia, to follow.

"Rap Dreams", Epps latest follows the lives of three upcoming rappers, Kev Kelley, Hectic, and Oakland's own Mistah FAB, as they journey thru the underground of the San Francisco and Bay Area independent hip-hop scene and follow their dreams of becoming rap superstars. This film contrasts the subjects' bling bling dreams with reality.

Epps who recently received "Favorite Independent Filmmaker of the Year Award" 2005 at the Northern California Film Production Community is excited and optimistic about this new method of multiple distribution channel releases at the same time, especially for the independent filmmakers who often struggle with finding distribution, digital media and technology. "We now have a global audience, via the internet. You can go to the movies, buy the DVD, download it to watch on your iPod, it's the viewers choice," says Epps. The likely benefactors of this form of distribution are the independent filmmakers who don't have the backing of major Hollywood production companies.

About his recent partnership with Current TV, Epps had this to say "This is a great opportunity for me as an independent media maker to have access to 20 million viewers hourly to see my work and hear my voice, about a very important, relevant and current story. This is the digital revolution and I'm a part of it."

"Rap Dreams" is not the only upcoming work that Mastamind Productions, LLC. www.mastamind.com has to boast about. Along with Rap Dreams, Mastamind Productions, LLC has the following working titles tight under their belts: The Black Rock (blackrockfilm.com), a documentary film about the untold story of the African-American experience at Alcatraz and is also being developed into a feature length screenplay. Preparing Legends, a workout DVD by world renowned fitness trainer Raymond Ferris, who has trained and worked out with Barry Bonds, Jerry Rice, Eddie George to name a few.

Epps who has received many accolades including Best Documentary Award (2003) Pan African Film Festival for creating Straight Outta Hunters Point (SOHP) (2003), an award-winning film that garnered critical acclaim and launched Epps into the spotlight. SOHP has been described
as "a raw uncompromising film about the evolution of a black culture dealing with very complex social, economic, environmental and gang-related violence issues.

The "Straight Outta Hunters Point" (SOHP) DVD is available online direct from the director at www.mastamind.com. The site also features other independent titles such as "Sydeways" and "Caubamor". "Sydeways" is a documentary filmed in Oakland, CA, where they call it "The Sideshow"...the newest illegal street sport. "Cubamor" brings viewers
to a colorful and spiritual world, mixing magical realism, surrealism and the immediacy of cinema verite.

In addition to being a devote documentary filmmaker, founder of Mastamind Productions, LLC Epps works with many organizations including Conscious Youth Media, Film Arts Foundation, BAVC, and is a frequent speaker at many forums on digital filmmaking.

For press inquiries or bookings please visit Mastamind Productions, LLC at www.mastamind.com.

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Kevin Epps
Mastamind Productions, LLC
http://www.mastamind.com/
415-424-0987

Long Awaited FRATT HOUSE CD To Be Released In April; LIFESTYLE & NEPHEW To Follow in May and June 2006

NEW YORK, NEW YORK February 23, 2006 West Coast label Lethal Entertainment is primed to reveal three exciting new projects into the music marketplace over the next four months. The label created by Thomas Bruno (a business-owner and popular concert promoter from Houston) and Greedy Greg Jessie (a platinum music producer (credits include AMG, Domino and DJ Quik) formed the company approximately one year ago.

The first Lethal Entertainment release will be the highly anticipated debut self-titled album FRATT HOUSE. The group features a third generation of Long Beach rappers. Eric Daniels aka E Money is rap marvels Snoop Doggs nephew. Harold Moore otherwise known as GB is the son of rap alumni RBX. The charismatic twosome view themselves as the reincarnation of Daz Dillinger and Kurupt and want to pick up where the legendary Dogg Pound left off. The CD hits the music marketplace on April 18th, 2006.

Next up will be LIFESTYLE featuring the lyrical styling of Bing (Bing Worthington) and H.I.T. (Michael Anthony Tyler). West Coast is all about family and so is Lethal Entertainment. Bing just happens to be Snoop Doggs younger brother and H.I.T. is DJ Quiks cousin. Their debut CD, LUBRICATION has impressive productions credits that include Dazz Dillinger, Meech Wells (Son of Motown songstress Mary Wells) and Fuzzy Felix. The album which is as slick and silky smooth as its title is positioned for a May 16th 2006 release date.

Last but not least is the new signing of the 20 year old Dallas native Antonio Rivers. Rivers who goes under the moniker of NEPHEW cites his early influences as Biggie, Tupac, Snoop Dogg and Scarface has been captivating audiences since the age of 14. However, his life took a turn down the wrong path as he started getting into trouble with the police. Incarcerated 8 times starting in the 8th grade, signing with Lethal appears to be a step in the right direction. Says Rivers This is my chance to give back to my family and do the right thing. His debut CD 9(untitled to date) which will soon be completed is slated for a June 2006 release.

Lethal Entertainment is currently coordinating extensive national retail campaigns and distinctive promotional tours at this time. Says Greedy Advance reviews have been extremely positive. Weve signed a very talented roster of artists and are creating the best opportunities to showcase them.

PSI. 2006

PRESS CONTACT:
PSI NORTH-SOUTH PARTNERS, INC.
Priscilla Chatman-941-408-9530 (T) or prettyspecialinc@aol.com
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King Of Crunk and TVT Records Settle Differences

February 22, 2006
(New York, NY) After collaborating on hits with Usher, Ice Cube, Ying
Yang
Twins and a host of others on the release of his second certified
double-platinum album, Crunk Juice, Lil Jon is preparing to commence
work on
his fourth full-length album entitled CRUNK ROCK. The new album, which
is
scheduled for release later this year, is Lil Jons first venture as a
solo
artist on TVT. The first single, "Snap Yo Fingers" features E-40.

After a long battle and negotiations with TVT, we worked out our
differences. TVT cut the check and now its time for me to get back to
work, states Lil Jon who is currently touring in Australia with 50
Cent.
Crunk Rock is going to be some next level shit.

Lil Jon will also be in the studio finishing work on the long-awaited
debut
albums from BME/TVT Records female rap slayer Chyna Whyte and silky
songstress Oobie later this year as well.

About TVT Records
Americas #1 independent record company for five consecutive years, TVT
Records celebrates 20 years of discovering and breaking some of the
most
revolutionary recording artists and exciting trends in music. TVT
Records
has given the world such impact artists as Nine Inch Nails, Ja Rule,
Underworld, Ying Yang Twins and Lil Jon. The label has had an indelible
impact on music by being involved in the early days of a host of new
genres
from Electronica and nu metal to Crunk and has earned the reputation of
always being on the cusp of what is next.

Up-and-coming artists making noise include Latin hip-hop star Pitbull,
R&B
songstress Teedra Moses, pop sensation Marcos Hernandez, Southern-fried
emcee Yo Gotti, party rap group Da Muzicianz, English rabble rousers
Tower
of London and alt rock faves Ambulance among others.

About Lil Jon
As a producer, Lil Jon has become one of the most in-demand beatsmiths
in
music. He has crafted his signature revolutionary sound from chants and
catchy choruses. His consistent hitmaking has earned him legions of
fans
from Los Angeles to the Midwest to his native region, the South. This
is
evident as Lil Jon won BMIs 2005 Songwriter of the Year. He also
scored
eight Billboard Awards (Rap Song of the Year for Lovers and Friends,
Hot
100 Single of the Year for Yeah, Hot 100 Airplay Single of the Year
for
Yeah, Hot 100 Producer of the Year for Yeah, Mainstream Top 40
Single of
the Year for Yeah, R&B/Hip-Hop Group of the Year 2003, Independent
Album
of the Year for Kings of Crunk and Independent Artists of the Year
2003), a
Grammy (Best Rap/Song Collaboration for Yeah), a Radio Music Award
(Song of
the Year for Hip-Hop/Rhythmic Radio for Yeah), a BET Award (Viewers
Choice for Yeah), two MTV Video Music Awards (Best Dance Video and
Best
Male Video for Yeah) and an American Music Award (Best Rap/Hip-hop
Band,
Duo or Group 2003).

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For more information please contact:

Joe Wiggins
TVT Records
(212) 979-6410 x290
joe@tvtrecords.com

Simone Smalls
Susan Blond Inc.
(212) 333-7728 x118
simone@susanblondinc.com

One night only: Thursday, February 23rd, at the Celebrity Nightclub & Theatre, Downtown Las Vegas, an assemblage of the crme de la crme of Def Poetry Jam poets and a special appearance by Def Poetry Jam co-founder Bruce George, will hit Sin City hard and heavy at the M.A.D. Poets Lounge in the Celebrity Theatre.

(PRWEB) February 22, 2006 -- The creme de la creme of Def Poetry Jam poets and a special appearance by Def Poetry Jam co-founder Bruce George, will hit Sin City hard and heavy at the M.A.D. Poets Lounge, downtown Las Vegas, during the MAGIC Convention. The MAD Poets Lounge, one night only:

When: Thursday, February 23rd, 2006 at 8:00 p.m. (doors open at 7)

Where: The Celebrity Nightclub & Theatre
201 N. 3rd Street, Downtown Las Vegas
3rd & Ogden Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 809-0441 (877) 755-2710
www.RebelPoetrySpokenWord.com

Bruce George, co-founder of Russell Simmon's Def Poetry Jam will appear, along with a select troupe of some of the most eminent performance poets out there, to include performances by Def Poetry Jam Poets Tamara Blue (Los Angeles, CA), Malik Salaam (Atlanta, GA), Rachael Kahn (Los Angeles, CA), Jus Caus (Greensville, SC), Tommy Bottoms (Atlanta, GA) and Kari O'Connor of the Las Vegas Slam Team (Las Vegas, NV).

Performance poetry has become a worldwide phenomenon and the M.A.D. Poets Lounge (MAD=Musically Accompanied Dialect) offers a dynamic and diverse menu of spoken word styles and artists, "the adrenaline junkies of the literary world", heightened by live hot jazz.

This event, featuring evocative artists of authentic self-expression in its rawest form, will be filmed and the public is invited, as well as all members of the local press, who wish to partake of this rare gathering of a slice of the unquestionably most def poets on the planet, at the Celebrity Theatre, on Thursday, February 23rd at 8:00 p.m.

Admission $25 in advance, slightly higher day of show, offers the biggest entertainment bang for your buck in the Entertainment Capital of the World ... Las Vegas!

Advance tickets available by phone (702) 593-2956, toll free (877) 755-2710, at the Celebrity Box Office, or online at www.RebelPoetrySpokenWord.com/store.

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Gypsy Blues
Rebel Poetry Spoken Word
http://www.RebelPoetrySpokenWord.com/
877-755-2710

Documentary on America's First Black Town Premieres February 28, 2006 in Durham, NC

RALEIGH, NC February 20, 2006 -- The documentary This Side of the River: Self- Determination and Survival in the Oldest Black Town in America premieres Tuesday, February 28, 7 pm in the Performance Hall of the Hayti Heritage Center, 804 Old Fayetteville Street in Durham, North Carolina. The screening is free to the public.
A production of North Carolina Language and Life Project (NCLLP) filmmakers Ryan Rowe and Drew Grimes, This Side of the River tells the inspiring story of Princeville, North Carolina, an almost century-and-a-half old stronghold of Black resistance founded by freed slaves in 1865 and its against-all-odds struggle to rebuild after a flood nearly destroyed the town in the wake of 1999s Hurricane Floyd.

Princeville, built by African-Americans who transformed swampland unwanted by their former owners into livable terrain, is the oldest town in America chartered by Blacks. Since Hurricane Floyd, third in the history of Americas most destructive hurricanes (with 1989s Hurricane Hugo at second and Katrina being first), the historic town triumphantly fought an attempted FEMA buyout which would have wiped Princeville off the map, and is making believers out of naysayers who, wary of the towns ability to survive, publicly rallied against Princeville in favor of the buyout.

This Side of the River also reveals the towns struggles to survive before the flood through decades of racial prejudice and economic hardship. Incorporating interviews with Princeville residents and North Carolina historians, the film offers a rare glimpse into the religious, political and economic culture of one of Americas few remaining all-Black communities.

All media, educators, history buffs and the general public are cordially invited to discover this untold piece of American history. With support from local businesses, community leaders and North Carolina State University entry is free, however donations will be accepted to raise awareness and financial support for the construction of an African-American history museum in Princeville.

The event will open with music by Princeville-area bluesman George Higgs, a Music Maker Foundation artist. Higgs appears on the films score, along with NC Hip Hop heavy hitters Cesar Comanche, L.E.G.A.C.Y. and Median of the Justus League who contributed the films theme track This Side of the River. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion with historians and Princeville citizens.

NCLLP is a part of the NC State University Humanities Extension, and is an umbrella organization for carrying out research and educational programs in communities in North Carolina and elsewhere. This Side of the River is the most recent NCLLP production in a series of acclaimed documentaries on the rich culture and heritage of North Carolina communities.

Filmmakers Ryan Rowe and Drew Grimes are immediately available for print, radio, internet and television interviews. Your media support will aid NCLLP in advancing knowledge of important African-American history seldom taught in schools.

For media and other inquiries contact Ryan Rowe at rdrowe@ncsu.edu or 919-515-4151. Broadcast journalists may copy this PSA. Press photos available upon request. To learn more visit about This Side of the River visit TalkingNC.com or Hayti.org.

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Last Nerve Press
Betty Black
Publicity Coordinator
email: lastnervepress@gmail.com

PR Contact:
Ryan Rowe
email: rdrowe@ncsu.edu
phone: 919-515-4151

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- Network LIVE, a joint venture between AOL, XM Satellite Radio, and AEG, today announced the expansion of the company's music department with the appointment of industry veteran Aaron Grosky as Vice President of Music. As VP of Music, Grosky plays an integral role in developing and executing Network LIVE's long term music strategy, spearheading all music content acquisitions and serving as primary interface with artist management and talent relations on behalf of Network LIVE.

Since joining Network LIVE, Grosky has secured performances by breakthrough stars such as Gorillaz from Manchester Opera House in Manchester, KT Tunstall at Schubas Tavern in Chicago, Hawthorne Heights with Atreyu and Anberlin at the El Rey in Los Angeles and Disturbed at The Norva in Norfolk, VA. Marquee Network LIVE events under Grosky have included the Rolling Stones live from Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro and the PeaPod Concert Benefit at the Henry Fonda Theater in Los Angeles, where the Black Eyed Peas were joined on stage with performances by friends like Sergio Mendes, Justin Timberlake and John Legend.

"For Network LIVE to fulfill our vision of delivering consumers great live music content, how they want it, when they want it and where they want it, it was imperative we find the person with the right mix of music passion, hunger for digital entertainment, street smarts and relationships to run our music department," said Kevin Wall, founder and CEO of Network LIVE. "Grosky strikes a delicate balance between addressing the needs of artists and labels while staying true to the vision and future of digital entertainment consumption. I am confident that under the helm of Grosky, Network LIVE's music department will flourish, thus feeding consumer appetite for live music across multiple platforms."

"The music industry is hungry for new, relevant and effective ways to connect artists with fans in a meaningful and cost-effective manner," said Aaron Grosky, Vice President of Music Programming of Network LIVE. "My enthusiasm for joining Network LIVE stems from the understanding of what is happening in the marketplace, and the potential for Network LIVE to truly impact the course of music marketing and distribution immediately and in the future."

Grosky brings nearly 10 years of music and technology experience to the company.

Most recently, Grosky served as the head of Artist, Label Relations and Programming for Virgin Digital, where he helped define a programming voice, secure artist and label relationships, and implement systems for the digital music service in the US and Europe. Previously, Grosky founded Shift, Inc, a media encoding and entertainment networking services company, and held senior positions at RioPort where he oversaw client acquisitions, and Almo Sounds where he managed digital initiatives. As Head of Music for iFUSE, Grosky was responsible for the creation of the record label and music sites, managing A&R, business development, and marketing efforts. Grosky started his career as a regional sales and marketing rep for Geffen Records in Boston.

About Network LIVE

Network LIVE is the first entertainment network committed to redefining the creation and distribution of live content in the digital age. A joint venture formed by AOL, XM Satellite Radio and AEG, Network LIVE has produced and distributed marquee events such as Live 8, as well as concerts from Black Eyed Peas, Bon Jovi, Green Day, Madonna, Keith Urban, Gorillaz and John Mayer Trio.

Media Contacts:

Elisa Wiefel
Network LIVE
310-550-3831
ewiefel@networklive.com

Dani Dudeck for Network LIVE
(323) 202-1890
dani.dudeck@edelman.com

Source: Network LIVE

CONTACT: Media, Elisa Wiefel of Network LIVE, +1-310-550-3831,
ewiefel@networklive.com; or Dani Dudeck, +1-323-202-1890,
dani.dudeck@edelman.com, for Network LIVE

The mastering brains working with some of the worlds biggest recording artists including Kylie Minogue, Depeche Mode, Robert Plant, Moby, Goldie Lookin' Chain, Kasabian, Simple Minds, Jose Carreras and many, many more have joined forces to create Mastering World (www.masteringworld.com). It's the world's first online mastering network, representing three of the most respected CD mastering studios in the UK. Mastering World allows customers the choice of studio, engineer and price, ensuring their music gets the best possible treatment.

London, England, UK (PRWEB) February 22, 2006 -- The mastering brains working with some of the worlds biggest recording artists including Kylie Minogue, Depeche Mode, Robert Plant, Moby, Goldie Lookin' Chain, Kasabian, Simple Minds, Jose Carreras and many, many more have joined forces to create Mastering World (www.masteringworld.com). It's the world's first online mastering network, representing three of the most respected CD mastering studios in the UK. Mastering World allows customers the choice of studio, engineer and price, ensuring their music gets the best possible treatment.

Now at the click of a mouse you can check the credentials of these top CD mastering studios including the engineers experience, studio equipment, rates and testimonials from satisfied customers.

This enterprising, user-friendly online mastering network concept is the brainchild of Welsh-based mastering engineer, Donal Whelan of Hafod Mastering.

Record companies, budding musicians or independent record producers can choose between Britains top CD Mastering engineers Simon Heyworth (Imogen Heap, Depeche Mode, Brian Eno, Leo Sayer) of Super Audio Mastering in Devon, John Dent (Bob Marley Live at the Lyceum, Kasabian, Zero 7, and PJ Harvey) or Jason Mitchell (General Midi, Timo Maas and Harvey Lindo) of LOUD Mastering in Somerset, or Donal Whelan (Goldie Lookin' Chain, David Sylvian and Embrace).

Once clients have chosen which engineer and studio they wish to use to master their music, the first step is to upload the audio files to Mastering World's secure server. The chosen engineer contacts the client to discuss their needs, then masters the music and places it back on the server. The client then downloads the finished product and burns it to CDR.

The online mastering revolution starts now with Mastering World!

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Tracy Gosling
NOBLE PR
0207 272 7772

With the emergence of the West Coast now in effect, what better time for the release of a full-scale album by one of the most talented lyricists from the region. 24-year-old Los Angeles rapper Scan, the premier artist of upstart independent label Ground Up Entertainment, has hit the streets off with an album that is a strong representation of what the West can do in hip-hop. At 16 songs deep, the album has been receiving nothing but positive reviews from everyone who has heard it, and is helping establish both Scan and his label Ground Up as forces in the industry.

Rapping in the very competitive area of battle raps since the age of 12, as well as appearing on tours throughout the country with major artists like Jadakiss, Nappy Roots, Cassidy and more taught Scan how to survive in the rough rap landscape. Putting all his experience together with Ground Up CEO Don Johnson, who he met while freestyling at a video shoot in Los Angeles, the two have formed an impressive relationship that already has the streets buzzing and is sure to be knocking on major doors soon.

The album is a culmination of years of hard work by both Scan and Ground Up Ent. and is just the beginning of what to expect from Ground Up. The West Coast community is embracing the album as an impressive offering, and you can pick up a copy yourself today by visiting http://cdbaby.com/cd/scan .

To view a full review of the album, which received a 4.5 out of 5 rating from the trusted source for all things West Coast, WestCoastRydaz.com, click here: http://www.westcoastrydaz.com/news/1244/

Fans and artists alike can also visit Scan's official Myspace.com page by clicking here: http://www.myspace.com/scanthepassion

Don't waste any more time and pick up a copy of "The Passion" today!

Vestal Group Inc. To Create Collection For Fall/Winter 2006

NEW YORK, Feb. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- Rocawear, the preeminent lifestyle brand, announces a new licensee agreement with Vestal Group Inc., under which the company will create the Rocawear timepiece collection for both men and women. The Vestal Group is a fashion watch company focused on the creation, branding and distribution of music, entertainment, active and lifestyle- centric based brands.

Both the men's and women's timepiece collections will be available in Fall 2006. The men's collection is comprised of both a sporty line and a classic dressy collection. Both boast clean and oversized designs with straps and dials rich in texture and detail. The women's collection consists of a fashion-forward line that mixes charms, luxe materials and plush color for an overall luxurious, yet tasteful aesthetic. Additionally the women's line will also carry a sport collection with a more casual offering designed to appeal to the woman on the go.

"We are pleased to partner with the Vestal Group as they are uniquely positioned to provide the cutting edge design consistent with the Rocawear brand," says Chief Executive Officer, Shawn "Jay Z" Carter. "I feel strongly that the taste level and loyalty of our customer is to be respected and our timepiece collection will appeal to their fashion sense while also giving them a true classic timepiece to be worn for many years to come."

"The Vestal Group is thrilled to be working with Rocawear on the new collection of watches for men and women," says Rudy Theale, President of Licensing for The Vestal Group. "Vestal Group in conjunction with Rocawear, now has the opportunity to create the blueprint for a classic timepiece and bring an innovative collection to the consumers and the retail market."

The Rocawear timepiece collection will launch at the 2006 Las Vegas MAGIC show in February. Prices for the line range from $95 - $395.

About Rocawear: Rocawear was launched in 1999, with annual sales topping $400 million, and is the premier lifestyle apparel brand for young men, women and kids.

About Vestal Group: The Vestal Group was born from the Vestal Watch Company, which was founded nearly a decade ago in Newport Beach, California. In the past two years, Vestal has acquired a unique range of licenses with highly respectable brands that appeal to a broad customer base. Vestal watches are available at select specialty stores nationwide. http://www.vestalwatch.com/main.php

Contact:
Emily Sennesh
Tracy Paul & Company
212.741.5459

Source: Rocawear

CONTACT: Emily Sennesh of Tracy Paul & Company, +1-212-741-5459, for
Rocawear

Web site: http://www.rocawear.com/
http://www.vestalwatch.com/main.php

Wordsmith...The Nu Revolution in Hip Hop and Rock. Nothing but vintage Hip-Hop,Wordsmith's music has a classical,yet early 90's feel while his rock is a garage bands worst nightmare...

Baltimore, MD (PRWEB) February 21, 2006 -- If you grew up a fan of such artists like Eric B. & Rakim, A tribe called Quest, Black Sheep, Public Enemy, Gangstarr, and Nas...then WORDSMITH is your fix. His unreleased debut albums, Classic Material and Rockstrumentals, will be dropping on the same day in two separate genres of music when a record label situation is secured. The Hip-Hop album, Classic Material, is somewhat of a throwback to the golden era of hip-hip (92-96) with its lyrical nature (Rakim), its revolutionary sound (Public Enemy), and storytelling roots (Slick Rick). The rock side of the album, Rockstrumentals, is a new age experiment between Rock and Hip-hop. Run-DMC may have done walk this way in the late 90's with Aerosmith, but this album takes a real MC and puts his lyrics to hardcore rock beats. Currently, Wordsmith is releasing his official mix album, Statements & Stipulations sponsored by DJ 730 from HipHopgame.com.

Statements & Stipulations is considered a mixtape; mix album and studio album all rolled into one. Building off of Wordsmiths love for storytelling and old school cartoons, he put himself in the shoes of a rap super hero called Wordsmith tha Great. Through 4 episodes on the mix album; he has the task of saving the rap game from 3 MCs poisoning Hip-Hop with the Pop Rap of today. Word battles the likes of MC Arsonist, who is responsible for burning all the greatest old school records ever created, MC Ginsui, who is the master of off-beat flows/rhymes that make no sense and have no concepts, and MC Wisdom, who has ties to Wordsmith and is the mastermind behind replacing the essence of Hip-Hop with Pop Rap.

18 original tracks deep, this project is very experimental by the variety of tracks touching the east coast/party heads (Ode to tha Pioneers & Pleasure Palace), west coast lifestyle (Hydrolic Theory), and down south crunk (Countdown). It is not in Wordsmiths repertoire to do some of the tracks on this mix album, but the opportunity to touch the many places hes lived was a welcomed challenge. Noticeable, Wordsmith is using this mix album as a platform to show the industry that he can create mainstream bangers along with potent album tracks. Continuing with the title of the mix album, Word also chose the title, Statements & Stipulations, as a means to make statements and place certain stipulations on the game with each and every track. Stocked with 3 to 4 legit singles, Wordsmith would like to set a new bar for DJs and MCs dropping mixtape projects in the future. Moreover, Words love for classical beats and 90s era hip-hop are not prevalent on this project, but his diversity and capability to do music that define a certain culture are in the forefront.

Visit www.wordsmithmusic.com for a free download of 730 Presents Wordsmith "Statements & Stipulations"

The Mix Album can also be downloaded at the following sites:

www.hiphopgame.com
www.gallicwars.com
www.myspace.com/classicwordsmithmusic

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Anthony Parker
WORDWISE PUBLISHING
443-854-4628

'Juelz' and 'Hollywood A' Lead TeamH3 to a Triumphant NBA Debut

NEW YORK, Feb. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- H3Enterprises, Inc. (OTC: "HTRE") gave the world of "Hip Hoop" a glimpse of the new home of the Hip Hop Generation inside the HipHopSodaShop booth at the National Basketball Players Association All Star Gala last Saturday night in Houston. Almost every major star in the NBA both past and present attended their union's extravaganza and were greeted by members of TeamH3 armed with powerful informational brochures and free SodaShop T-Shirts that quickly became THE fashion statement of the party. The ultra hi-tech HipHopSodaShop booth was positioned perfectly to be the first and last thing seen by all attendees and served as a greeting post and hangout throughout the night for many of the NBA's brightest luminaries and powerbrokers, who were also treated to a full presentation of the benefits of becoming a HipHopSodaShop Area Developer.

Hip Hop superstar Juelz Santana led the H3 festivities along with his Harlem teammate and StreetBall King "A Butta" aka "WholeLottaGame" aka "Hollywood A". Juelz spent most of the night signing H3 T-Shirts and taking pictures with his adoring public, while Hollywood renewed acquaintances with many of the NBA stars that he has torched or teamed with at Harlem's historic Rucker Park. The affair was hosted by #1 DJ and HTRE co-founder "J-Niice" who attracted some of the greatest players to ever play the Game to the SodaShop booth, as well as the heads of several prestigious NBA sponsors. To view a few snapshots please visit hiphopsodashop.com.

HTRE President and Founder Brian "H3' Peters issued the following statement this morning: "After experiencing and actively participating in many of the NBA Cares and other gala events in Houston this past weekend, Team H3's resolve and ability to be a vehicle to lift the lives of millions throughout our communities has been greatly strengthened. The reception our SodaShops received from the NBA's all-time greatest superstars far exceeded our most optimistic expectations. All Star Weekend embodies and embraces the spirit behind HTRE, and has become the pinnacle celebration of our culture, our brotherhood, and everything we're capable of achieving TOGETHER during Black History Month. It showcases the unstoppable economic force that the "Hip Hoop" phenomenon has become, and gives basis to our undying belief that God will continue to bestow glorious opportunities to each and every one of us."

This press release may contain forward-looking information within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 or Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 and is subject to the safe harbor created by these sections. Certain information included herein may contain statements that are forward-looking, such as statements relating to plans for future expansion and other business development activities. Such forward-looking information is subject to changes and variations which are not reasonably predictable and which could significantly affect future results.

Contact: 877-H3-HIPHOP and ask for Public Relations

http://www.hiphopsodashop.com/

Source: H3Enterprises, Inc.

CONTACT: Public Relations, H3Enterprises, Inc., +1-877-H3-HIPHOP

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

Premiering March 8 at 8 P.M. on SHOWTIME

David Crosby, Peter Gabriel, Gwen Stefani, will.i.am & 50 Other Music Icons Discuss State of Industry, Inspirations & Life Behind the Mic

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly 55 of the biggest names in music deliberate on the current state of the industry, work/life balance, and their personal inspirations in the revealing new documentary ALL WE ARE SAYING, premiering on SHOWTIME on Wednesday, March 8 at 8 p.m. PT/ET. The film is actor/director Rosanna Arquette's follow-up to her widely praised directorial debut, SEARCHING FOR DEBRA WINGER, which premiered on SHOWTIME in 2003 and featured Jane Fonda, Salma Hayek, Sharon Stone and others, discussing ageism in the mostly male-dominated entertainment industry.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20060131/SHOWTIMELOGO )

In ALL WE ARE SAYING, which premiered to acclaim at last year's Tribeca Film Festival, Rosanna Arquette uses her accessible, reverential interview style to provoke brilliant insight from an eclectic mix of artists. Revealing moments include:

* David Crosby on how A&R reps at the present handful of media
conglomerates " ... wouldn't know a [good] song if it flew up their
nose(s) and died."

* Steven Tyler discussing how internet downloading has greatly diminished
the Aerosmith catalog value.

* Chrissie Hynde of The Pretenders on wearing a nursing bra while rocking
out onstage.

* Jimmy Iovine, Chairman of Interscope Geffen A&M, on why hip-hop has
trounced rock 'n' roll, and how Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg are today's Mick
Jagger and Keith Richards.

* Joni Mitchell reveals why she feels one of her biggest hits as a
songwriter, "Both Sides Now" (made famous by Judy Collins), is a
failure and how contracting polio compelled her to become an artist.

"I love music and wanted to sit down with some of the people I admire and discuss what keeps them going -- the balance between art and life, the state of the art of music today and what inspires them," said Arquette. "Most true artists care about music as a pure, passionate art form, but can get caught in the trap of the business which, sadly, has now become more important than the artist or even the music itself."

Best known for her star-making turn opposite Madonna in 1985's DESPERATELY SEEKING SUSAN, Arquette has acted in nearly 80 films, including Quentin Tarantino's PULP FICTION (1994) and John Sayles' BABY IT'S YOU (1983). In 1999, she starred in Alison Anders' SUGAR TOWN, a look at the tarnished lives of struggling L.A. rockers. The self-professed music addict even had two hit songs penned about her: the 1989 Peter Gabriel classic, "In Your Eyes," and Toto's 1982 number one song, "Rosanna." Currently, she is guest starring on Season 3 of SHOWTIME's provocative series THE L WORD(R), and on the upcoming ABC series, WHAT ABOUT BRIAN? She is a third generation member of the famous acting family that includes her grandfather (Cliff), father (Lewis), and younger siblings (Richmond, Alexis, David and Patricia).

ALL WE ARE SAYING is executive produced by Freddy DeMann and Pilar DeMann for DeMann Entertainment, and produced by Rosanna Arquette for A Flower Child Production, and Kristina Birkmayer. Representing SHOWTIME in the negotiations were Executive Vice President, Program Acquisitions, Planning & Distribution, Matthew Duda, Senior Vice President Film Acquisitions, Gary Garfinkel, and Vice President Program Acquisitions, Larry Greenberg. Tom Hansen and John V. Meigs Jr. of Hansen, Jacobson, Teller, Hoberman, Newman, Warren & Richman, L.L.P. and Kent L. Sevener, Senior Vice President and Counsel, Entertainment, SHOWTIME, served as counsel to DeMann Entertainment and Showtime Networks, respectively.

Showtime Networks Inc. (SNI), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CBS Corporation, owns and operates 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(TM), SHOWTIME ON DEMAND(TM) and THE MOVIE CHANNEL ON DEMAND(TM). SNI is also an owner and manager of SUNDANCE CHANNEL, a venture of NBC Universal, Robert Redford and SNI. 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.

Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20060131/SHOWTIMELOGO
AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com

Source: Showtime Networks Inc.

CONTACT: Morgan Fouch, +1-310-234-5219, morgan.fouch@showtime.net, or
Chloe Comins, +1-617-266-1784, chloe.comins@showtime.net, both of Showtime
Networks

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

There is a new pageant in town, but its unlike any other, The Miss Urban Beauty Pageant! This pageant features women who have full-figured physiques, community-oriented outlooks with the smarts to build successful careers in Corporate America and they love the hip-hop culture.

Hip-hop has become one of the most popular, profitable music genres and lifestyles in the marketplace today. The hip-hop culture is the basis of billions of dollars in annual sales of clothing, accessories, fragrances, automobiles, spirits, movies and more. A large part of hip-hops appeal is the beautiful models featured in music videos, magazine layouts and other aspects of the culture. Shannon Anderson, founder of the Miss Urban Beauty Pageant, would like to bring urban models to the forefront in a different, more positive light. She says they contribute significantly to the marketability and power of hip-hop, but are usually seen as just a group of pretty girls with glossy lips and voluptuous hips.

We are taking urban models and placing them in a more mainstream setting. The Miss Urban Beauty pageant is designed to break the barriers and stereotypes associated with urban models by giving them more mainstream appeal while still maintaining the integrity of being an urban model. This pageant will be Miss America meets Americas Next Top Model and the Apprentice, Anderson says, and with the expected release of the calendar, DVD, and submission to television networks this pageant is definitely setting the path for major success!

This years Atlanta pageant will be held at the Rialto Theater on Sept. 9th,2006. For more information about the Miss Urban Beauty Pageant, log onto www.MissUrbanBeauty.com.