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The Urban Music Explosion Showcase with Shady April 5th, 2011 at Sullivan Hall in NYC: Booking Artists & Producers Now!

 

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URBAN BUZZ FACTOR SONG OF THE WEEK: QUINTESCENCE - SELL THEY SOULS

Acclaimed Rapper Quintescence Hits Hard with New Single Entitled "Sell They Souls". The lyrics are powerful and soul Piercing! Quintescence is in the league of great female rappers such as Queen Latifah and Lauryn Hill... [CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE SONG]


URBAN BUZZ FACTOR ARTIST OF THE WEEK: LAWZ OF NATURE
http://www.urbanbuzzfactor.com/profiles/blogs/artist-of-the-week-lawz-of

What sets apart is that unlike other groups who just met and came together, we grew up together. So we already have a unique bond and a unique and cohesive sound..Basically we would like to collaborate with any artists who are talented and true to their craft... [continue]

 


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FREE Artist Of the Month Contest  Calling on ALL Artists from ALL genres of music. MyMusicMylife.com, the music industry's Upcoming and Indie Artist online community, will hold a monthly online music Showcase/contest and artist search. To Enter the showcase: You must be a SERIOUS Artist that is extremely focused on their music and career. We are looking for the Next Superstar.You must have a Free Artist page…See More
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PHOTOS OF THE 8TH ANNUAL UNDERGROUND MUSIC AWARDS


 

PAST PHOTOS OF THE SEAL THE DEAL MUSIC SHOPPING SYMPOSIUM

Producer Jon Famous looks on as Ant Rich, former A&R Manager of Jive Records listens to his beats at Urban Threshold's Demo Shopping Conference.

Dre Mckenzie, Director of A&R of G-Unit, evaluates the music package of one of the attendees of Urban Threshold's Demo Shopping Conference.

Senator Skid, former Director of A&R of Bad Boy Worldwide provides in depth feedback to producer Dolla. He was there to look for tracks for Diddy and to sign the next big star.

Octavious "Doc Ock" Crouch, Senior A&R of Universal Music Group listens to the music package of one of the attendees of Urban Threshold's Demo Shopping Conference..

Riggs Morales, Director of A&R of Shady Records Provides Feedback to one of the conference attendees.


 

 

 

EXCLUSIVE FOOTAGE OF THE UNDERGROUND MUSIC AWARDS ON MTV

 

CONGRATULATION TO ALL OF THE NOMINEES FOR THE 2011 UNDERGROUND MUSIC AWARDS

 

(THE 9th ANNUAL UNDERGROUND MUSIC AWARDS CEREMONY WILL TAKE PLACE SUNDAY, AUGUST 21ST, 2011 AT THE WORLD FAMOUS BB KINGS IN NYC)

 


 

PHOTOS OF THE 2010 UNDERGROUND MUSIC AWARDS
THE URBAN BUZZ FACTOR FEATURED INTERVIEWS
9th Wonder’s 10 Track Commandments

By: 9th Wonder

Originally making hip-hop beats from his North Carolina Central University dorm room using software called Fruityloops and selling them on Soundclick, he has since become one of the more accredited producers in the hip hop music music industry. As a part of the underground group, Little Brother, he gained widespread recognition and critical acclaim from underground hip hop world.... [continue]


 

Interview With T-Pain's Mgr. Michael Blumstien

By Kimbel Bouwman Courtesy of HitQuarters

Michael Blumstien talks about his relationship with his superstar client T-Pain, from first discovering in car showroom ready blow his first pay check on a flash car to balancing a tight tour schedule with dentist visits. He also talks about his other hugely successful charge, the grammy winning producer Jim Jonsin.... [continue]


 

 

Featured Producer: Jason "J-Dub" Whitley

By: Jesse Jess

Jason "J-Dub" Whitley is one of the hottest rising stars in the r&b/hip-hop production game. "I'm a complete chameleon of Hip-Hop, Pop and R&B. I would not say that I have one set style and that I'm pigeonholed into one genre or sounding generic. I really try to make a single everytime I make a track whether its R&B, Hip-Hop, Pop or anything else"..... [continue]

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Ziggy Da Don: Born In The Gutta, Raised In The Struggle

Southern Rap Renegade Ziggy Da Don is poised to put the heart and soul back into Hip-Hop. This versatile MC continues to prove himself as a lyricist and he has garnered the respect of many of his peers from around the world. His passionate lyrics mesh effortlessly with his sonically moving tracks. Ziggy Da Don is being touted as "The Future for Hip Hop" by many music industry insiders.



His latest single "Wildin" is a critical success.…

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Posted by Urban Threshold Network on March 23, 2011 at 5:40pm

NJ Emcee IQ The Prodigy Releases A Classic Mixtape "Diggin In The Crates, Vol. 1"





NJ's finest I.Q The Prodigy aims high with his latest mixtape entitled "Diggin In The Crates Vol. 1." It's a solid effort and it fully exhibits I.Q's passion and dedication to his craft.

I.Q. remakes some his favorite rap songs and he deftly raps over classic Hip Hop instrumentals. The mixtape is hosted by DJ Nasty.

 

The "Diggin…

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Posted by Urban Threshold Network on January 22, 2011 at 12:00am

Artist Spotlight: Richie Rich Throws It In The Air

(RAPPER RICHIE RICH)

Give Us Some Background Info As To Who You Are.

I'm a Florida based rapper by the name of Richie Rich. I have a new mixtape out right now entitled "Siddy Rich" featuring the hot single "Throw It In The Air." I'm originally from Haiti. Hip Hop is my passion. Hip Hop is my life. I moved to America at the age of 9 and I did not know any English.. I learned the language by listening to Hip Hop. And eventually I…

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Posted by Urban Threshold Network on January 21, 2011 at 6:00am

The Game Plan: Dropping Science: Very Important Advice For Upcoming Artists & Producers

The Game Plan: Dropping Science: Very Important Advice For Upcoming Artists & Producers

Written by Jesse Atkinson, CEO of Urban Threshold Inc. and Founder of The A&R Power Summit [www.TheARPowerSummit.com](http://www.TheARPowerSummit.com) and The Underground Music…

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Posted by Urban Threshold Network on January 3, 2011 at 9:30am — 1 Comment

EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS OF THE 2009 UNDERGROUND MUSIC AWARDS

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A&R PROFILE: WAYNE WILLIAMS, VP OF A&R/JIVE RECORDS

By: JA

Based in New York, Wayne Williams is a senior vice- president of A&R at Jive/BMG. The artists he works with include R. Kelly, Joe, Syleena Johnson and Eamon. Jive, which was the world's biggest independent label, was recently bought by BMG. .... [continue]

Drake Discusses His Debut Album

By Jesse Atkinson

I’m still in an early stage. This is my first album and it takes a lot for me to commit to a song and be like, “I like this enough that I’m gonna put it on the album.” Every artist will have their album list, like these are the songs I’m considering.[continue]

INTERVIEW WITH ERIC BEASLEY, DIR. OF A&R OF ASYLUM

By: Jesse Jess

Eric Beasley, Director of Urban A&R for Asylum Records in New York City. He's worked with artists such as Dr. Dre, 50 Cent. and many more......... [continue]









 
 
 

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Striking the Best Publishing Deal

 


 

Richard B. Jefferson, Esq.

(Richard B. Jefferson, Esq.)


As a Music Attorney, the question that I am most frequently asked by Songwriters and Music Producers who have been presented with a Publishing Deal is, "How do I know if this is the right deal for me?" As with everything in the music industry, publishing deals can be complex. …

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The New 360 Deal: Band as Brand

 

By JEFF LEEDS GEORGE, Wash. IF you surveyed the crowd this summer at the punk-flavored Vans Warped Tour here, thick with unexpected piercings and regrettable tattoos, the Paramore fans were hard to miss. …

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Different Types Of Record Deals

Different Types Of Record Deals By Wendy Day from Rap Coalition (www.rapcointelpro.com) There are a multitude of different deals out there for any recording artist. It depends solely on what you agree to contractually. … Continue

 



The Truth About Radio Spins

Radio Spins By, Wendy Day from Rap Coalition (www.WendyDay.com) I have been consulting independent urban record labels and artists for many years now, and the most misunderstood aspect of this industry is radio. …Continue




The Truth About Distribution

Distribution By, Wendy Day from Rap Coalition (www.WendyDay.com) A very important aspect of selling your own record is getting it into the stores and onto the websites that do the bulk of the download sales.…Continue


 

10 Excuses For Not Having Your Own Recod Label

By Cynthia M. Gayton Have you thought about having your own independent record label? Home recording studios, access to the Internet, and local distribution networks.…

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