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GRiT Boys, Ghetto Reality in Texas

An evening with Houston's GRiT Boys

By The Handicapped Chef, Carlton Haynes

It's always a good idea to judge people by the way that they look, right? Well, it turns out that once-infallible methodology may be kind of, well, wrong. At first glance, the GRiT Boys appear to be more of the stereotype-reinforcing thug rappers who are strangling hip-hop's originality to death, when in fact they are quite the opposite. Smart,… Continue

Added by The Chef on June 16, 2008 at 3:14am — 1 Comment

Hip Hop What's There Drink Of Choice

For the coolest black clubbers in town, there's only one recreational drug - Cristal champagne. The Handicapped Chef Carlton Haynes finds out why rappers prefer to revel with Roederer

Sunday evening, Greenwich Village. It's a balmy summer night, and inside the Lotus, one of New York's elite restaurant-nightclubs, the temperature is rising. It's the busiest night of the week, the upscale, predominately black crowd is dressed to… Continue

Added by The Chef on June 12, 2008 at 2:44am — No Comments

Welcome to the LYNK PR Page

Hello Indie Planet, I am Lyn K. Welcome to my Page here on www.theindieplanet.com -

I look forward to networking with other industry professionals here on the site and

meeting all of the great independent artists that have created profiles as well.

If you have any questions relating to Public Relations including how PR works overall,

press releases, press kits, client pitch and follow up - please don't hesitate… Continue

Added by LYNK Public Relations on June 10, 2008 at 4:29pm — 1 Comment

Power Moves: Noah Maffitt Named EVP/GM of LiveNation.com

Ecommerce Veteran Noah Maffitt Named EVP/GM of LiveNation.com

The world's largest live music company, announced today that the company has appointed Noah Maffitt to the position of Executive Vice President and General Manager of LiveNation.com. In his new position Mr. Maffitt will oversee the transformation of LiveNation.com into a world-class ecommerce consumer storefront in preparation for the company's move to control the bulk of its own ticketing in 2009. Mr. Maffitt will report… Continue

Added by Mumbo Sauce on June 10, 2008 at 2:59pm — No Comments

The Source Added As Media Sponsor for Brookyn Hip-Hop Fest.

The Source joins the BHF as Media Sponsor Spit 16 and open up for KRS and other legends

The Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival is proud to announce the legendary Source Magazine has recently signed on as a sponsor of this year's calendar.

As a part of this sponsorship Brooklyn Bodega and The Source have partnered to produce an MC contest powered by SayNow during the 2008 Brooklyn Hip Hop Festival.

"The Source Presents Spit 16" will give hungry MC's from… Continue

Added by Mumbo Sauce on June 10, 2008 at 2:53pm — No Comments

U-N-I Gets Love from Major Hip Hop Media Outlets

U-N-I Gets OkayPlayer Love, Unsigned Hype in The Source, Hip Hop Official Artist of the Week and more...

The leaders of the new LA movement continue to rise above contenders with honest music that enlightens the ears.

"Twenty years after the release of that N.W.A. record, U-N-I is dealing with gangsta rap's legacy on Left Coast hip-hop. But just as OutKast and Little Brother strayed from the Dirty South, crunk-infused Southern hip-hop archetype, you won't find references… Continue

Added by Mumbo Sauce on June 10, 2008 at 2:51pm — No Comments

Lil DAP Drops Debut "I-A-DAP" on Babygrande

GROUP HOME'S LIL DAP ANNOUNCES HIS LONG AWAITED DEBUT, "I-A-DAP," STREETING AUGUST 5th ON BABYGRANDE RECORDS

A founding member of legendary hip-hop crew Group Home, Lil Dap is a product of the renowned New York mid-nineties "golden age" of hip-hop that spawned such classic groups as M.O.P., Gang Starr & many more. Group Home's widely hailed release, "Living Proof," solidified Dap as a frontrunner of this widely renowned… Continue

Added by mr.shadeed on June 10, 2008 at 2:50pm — No Comments

ATL Record Pool Kicks Off 6/26 @ ESSO

ATL'S BIGGEST NETWORKING AND INDUSTRY EVENT

GOES DOWN JUNE 26TH!!!

THE ATL RECORD POOL

SUMMER SESSION

DAY 1

KICKS OFF @ CLUB ESSO

1599 MEMORIAL DRIVE

ATLANTA GA

JUNE 26TH @ 4PM!!

FEATURING THE

DJ POWER PANEL,

ATL RECORD POOL SUMMER SESSION,

INDEPENDENT MUSIC REVIEW,

(1ST COME 1ST SERVE GET THERE EARLY)

INDEPENDENT AND MAJOR SHOWCASE

AND A STAR STUDDED

"WELCOME TO THE… Continue

Added by Mumbo Sauce on June 9, 2008 at 10:07am — 1 Comment

Saigon Interview on Shade 45 DJ Kay Slay

Saigon on the show talking about the game, his album, the current state of hip-hop and more.

Fans of Southern hip-hop might catch offense with this one because he's being brutally honest with his statements… Continue

Added by Mumbo Sauce on June 7, 2008 at 6:52am — No Comments

Peedi Crack Drops Camel Face Hunting Season on Amalgam Digital

After five years, North Philly rapper Peedi Crakk has parted ways with Roc-A-Fella Records in favor of booming independent, Amalgam Digital. The tech-savvy company responsible for launching hip hop's first genre specific digital retail store attracted Peedi with their innovative business model and creatively fostering environment. Peedi Crakk joins a roster made up of both commercially successful artists and underground hip hop icons, including Grammy-nominee Joe Budden, Kurious, Tash (of Tha… Continue

Added by Mumbo Sauce on June 6, 2008 at 11:58am — No Comments

NY Oil Shoots New Video for Internet Classic Y'all Should All Get Lynched

N.Y.OIL UNVEILS BRAND NEW VIDEO FOR "Y'ALL SHOULD ALL GET LYNCHED "HOOD TREASON" DELUXE 2 DISC IN STORES JULY 8th!!!!

WATCH THE VIDEO NOW:

http://www.hiphopcrack.com/viewVideo.hhc?videoId=1152

Channeling both the creativity and controversy of the original video (that was previously banned from YouTube), N.Y.Oil unveils a brand new visual interpretation of his infamous track "Y'All Should All Get Lynched." N.Y.Oil has built a grassroots following for candidly… Continue

Added by Mumbo Sauce on June 5, 2008 at 9:31am — No Comments

New LineUp Announced for Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival

Blu and Exile, Platinum Pied Pipers, Mickey Factz, 88 Keys, DJ Eclipse added to Lineup

The announcements and developments continue to roll in for the 2008 Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival. The lineup for the Main Day, July 12th, is about wrapped up as Brooklyn Bodega announced a new batch of MC's who will rock the main stage.

Just added to the main stage on July 12th are Blue and Exile, Mickey Factz, and 88 Keys. DJ Eclipse will be on the wheels of steel on July 10th… Continue

Added by Mumbo Sauce on June 5, 2008 at 9:29am — No Comments

Bun B/Rap-A-Lot Search for Next Hip-Hop Star in New Competition!

Bun B and Rap-A-Lot Records Launch "R YOU II TRILL COMPETITION" to Discover Next Rap Superstar Bun B and Rap-A-Lot Records are looking for the nation's next rap superstar, and have teamed with Microsoft Zune to launch the ultimate contest for aspiring artists to win a chance at stardom. Through July 1, entrants can download an exclusive Bun B instrumental Mp3 track from Zune Marketplace, record their own original rap over the track, and submit their… Continue

Added by Mumbo Sauce on June 5, 2008 at 9:27am — No Comments

Revolutionary Concert Held on 6/22/08 in the BX

FLEET MILITANT CONCERT a Revolutionary Tribute goes down on 6/22/08

This concert is a revolutionary salute is to a young great international leader of Yoruba descent. There will be performances by M1 of dead prez, Boots Riley of The Coup, Red Clay, Hasan Salaam, FinaL OutlaW, Ryan Perfect, Sav Killz, Umi & special guest Immortal Technique (cop "The 3rd World" Album/Mixtape (w/Dj Green Lantern)

There is also a presentation by Chioma Oruh on U.S.'s AFRICOM, U.S.'s… Continue

Added by Mumbo Sauce on June 4, 2008 at 10:48am — No Comments

Mic Fiend Promotions Drops Certified Mixtape -

Mic Fiend Promotions to release highly anticipated mixtape featuring up coming artists.

"Certified" The Mixtape Dropping June 5th

A new company has emerged aimed at giving unsigned, up & coming artists the opportunity shine amongst the top artists out right now.

If you don't know The Mic Fiend yet, the time is now. The industry vet, unsigned artist supporter, who personally co-signs all those up & coming artists, is taking the hiphop community by storm and… Continue

Added by Mumbo Sauce on June 4, 2008 at 10:45am — No Comments

CT's Little Ax Launches New Label and Social Networking Site

Little Ax LLC Launches Antfarm Affiliates Sub-Label and Social Network

In an innovative step towards connecting the artist and the listener, Little Ax LLC is launching the digital sub-label ANTFARM AFFILIATES in conjunction with a social networking site bearing the label's name. Dirt E. Dutch, the host and programming director of INDIEFEED Hip Hop, is the owner of Little Ax LLC, an independent label dedicated to the promotion and distribution of hip hop music. AntFarm… Continue

Added by Mumbo Sauce on June 4, 2008 at 10:43am — No Comments

Seattle Hip-Hop Acts Hit The Road for 206 Degrees and Rising

First Ever All Seattle/Northwest Hip Hop Tour Already Underway!!

The 206 Degrees and Rising tour showcases the best of Seattle and Northwest Hip Hop talent. With the recent explosion of the Blue Scholars, and the national eye on Seattle music once again, now four of the cities most notable acts hit the road to broaden their the fansbase.

Seattle, WA (Billboard Publicity Wire) June 3, 2008 -- Sportn' Life Records and Kublakai today announced the upcoming launch of a NW Hip Hop… Continue

Added by Mumbo Sauce on June 4, 2008 at 10:40am — 1 Comment

Register To Speak Out! campaign announces event schedule – June 5th thru 8th

Register To Speak Out! campaign announces event schedule – June 5th thru 8th

Register To Speak Out! becomes part of The Dallas Greek Picnic Weekend

Register To Speak Out!™ and its founder Vincent "Young Heartbreak" Tucker is proud to announce its first set of events in order to reach its goal of 100,000 new registered voters. Partnering with Citystream Live and PhirstPhamDFW, Register To Speak Out!™ will be a feature part of The Dallas Greek Picnic Weekend, June 5th thru… Continue

Added by Mumbo Sauce on June 4, 2008 at 10:36am — No Comments

Harlem USA Presents Celeb Read-A-Thon

HARLEM USA ANNOUNCES THE LINE-UP FOR THE 8TH ANNUAL CELEBRITY READ-A-THON TAKING PLACE ON THURSDAY, JUNE 12th AT THE HIP HOP CULTURE CENTER IN HARLEM

Celebrities and Community Leaders Gather at New York City's Largest Literacy Event for Harlem Youngsters

On Thursday, June 12th at 10 a.m., over 300 elementary school students from the Harlem area will gather at the Hip Hop Culture Center on the second floor of the Magic Johnson Theatres in the Harlem USA retail complex. They will… Continue

Added by Mumbo Sauce on June 4, 2008 at 10:34am — No Comments

(Tech-News) The Filter Set To Launch June 3rd

The Filter, A Unique Discovery Portal, Set To Launch June 3rd

Music legend & digital media pioneer Peter Gabriel behind revolutionary technology that reduces Internet clutter & delivers customized content.

The Filter, a personalized content filtering system, today announced its official launch at www.thefilter.com to better customize the online discovery experience. The Filter, which was the vision of music legend and technology pioneer Peter Gabriel, provides a holistic… Continue

Added by Mumbo Sauce on June 4, 2008 at 10:32am — No Comments