Upcoming Q.n.A With Two In The Shirt (TITS) Brand Clothing Co, Stay Tuned!

Here is an image from the WET DREAMS T-shirt line by the TITS brand clothing company. The good folks with all the nice TITS and dope gear are kind enough to grace the Rap Music Business blog with a short interview. Stay tuned for that post which will be coming soon!

In the mean time, be sure to check out TITS brand clothing and apparel, as well as the TITS brand blog.
http://www.titsbrand.com/
http://www.shoptits.com/
http://www.titsbrand.com/blog

HearJapan - Next Music From Tokyo Free Download Vol 1, Touring Canada

Next Music From Tokyo Free Download Vol 1
Yokohama, Japan - April 26, 2010 - HearJapan and Next Music from Tokyo are teaming up to bring live music and exclusive tracks to your front door.

Next Music from Japan is a new tour launching May 22nd through the 29th in Canada. The tour will bring a wide range of bands to the country for the very first time. andymori, goomi, Kulu Kulu Garden, mothercoat and Owarikara will all be bringing their independent spirit to the stage for a handful of dates across Canada.

HearJapan is proud to offer the world an exclusive free sampler of some of the artists on the tour. It is so special in fact, that kulu kulu garden recorded a song exclusively for release on the sampler! You will not be able to get their song "Aliens" anywhere else. Also available are the songs "50 Nen" from goomi (you can find their full album on HearJapan) and "galileo " from mothercoat.

Check out the dates and start making plans to see these bands live! You can get your tickets through TicketWeb at the link below. If you can't make the show, don't worry! You can still download the sampler for free and get a taste of what's coming.

May 22 Vancouver @ the Biltmore Cabaret
May 25 Montreal @ il Motore
May 28 Toronto @ the Rivoli
May 29 Toronto (All-Ages !!) @ Whipper Snapper Gallery
July 9 Tour finale in Tokyo, Japan @ Shibuya O-nest

Links:
Next Music From Tokyo Free Download Vol 1
http://www.hearjapan.com/store/album_info/Next_Music_from_Tokyo_Vol_1

Tickets
http://www.ticketweb.ca/snl/EventListings.action?orgId=65353

Next Music from Tokyo site
http://www.nextmusicfromtokyo.com/

goomi
http://www.hearjapan.com/store/group/Goomi

andymori
http://www.hearjapan.com/store/group/andymori
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HearJapan is the largest and fastest-growing place on the web to purchase Japanese music of all genres. Featuring over 2000 artist profiles in English with 40-second samples of all songs. Over 100 releases are added every week to the currently-available 20,000+ songs in the 100% DRM free catalog. HearJapan is a great place to find the hard to find and to explore the unexplored in the world of Japanese music.
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For promotion collaboration, booking, or other general inquiries please contact:
HearJapan Co
President Nathan Reaven
mail: nreaven@hearjapan.com
skype: nathan.reaven

Peso's Beatery Volume 3: Shef's Kitchen featuring Gold Spade, C-Sol

TORONTO, ON - April 2010 - The third edition of Peso’s Beatery entitled Shef’s Kitchen features an exclusive interview and freestyle performance by independent Hip Hop artist Gold Spade. The project will be available for download April 27th.

The increasingly popular instrumental mixtape series showcases independent Canadian artists as well as snippets of beats produced by C-Sol aka Peso Pesado. Entitled Shef’s Kitchen, the third instalment of the mixtape series also shines a light on the DJ/Engineer/Videographer who goes by the name of Shef, of the popular online Hip Hop show Shef’s Kitchen.

Gaining notority amongst underground Hip Hop fans worldwide, Shef’s Kitchen (shefskitchen.com) showcases the latest and greatest in Hip Hop culture. From the hottest freestyle cyphers to underground videos and world events, Shef’s Kitchen keeps it innovative with exclusive how-to, step-by-step visuals on preparing your favourite dishes. Working as an active contributor with the show, Gold Spade is featured regularily on segments of Shef’s Kitchen.

‘This is Hip Hop for grown folks’ explains Shef. ‘With Shef’s Kitchen we’re targeting an older, more mature and established audience. We’re reaching out to those who grew up and developed with the culture, those who truly understand and appreciate the underground movement. We’re not trying to follow any trends or promote the latest flavour of the month. Instead, we’re presenting these key underground elements with every episode.’

In showcasing the hottest and most innovative independent artists in Canada, C-Sol aka Peso Pesado plans to continue establishing Peso’s Beatery as a point of reference amongst music aficionados worldwide. Peso’s Beatery Volume 3: Shef’s Kitchen will be available for download on April 27th at www.myspace.com/csol. Watch for Gold Spade’s upcoming single release entitled Lacklustre and view the latest episode of Shef’s Kitchen at www.shefskitchen.com.

To view online promos for Peso’s Beatery Volume 3, click on the following links:

Gold Spade Preview Promo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gkW-gCSYpCk

Track 14 of Peso’s Beatery
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KdVog-j-0Sc

Symbolik Freestyle
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=przdT8bj0Zs

For media enquiries please contact:

C-Sol aka Peso Pesado
Hierarchy Entertainment
Producer/Promoter/Publicist
myspace.com/csol
reverbnation.com/csol
416.337.8887

Indie Artist/Producer Savo Releases New Track, "Soul Sister Remix"

"Savo" is a seventeen year old indie rap artist/producer, just trying to make some noise in a loud industry. Based out of Innisfail Australia, this talented young individual is determined to achieve success on his own terms.

By crafting his own beats and writing his own original lyrics, this young up and coming hip hop head is enjoying the creative challenges of the rap music business. Composing songs about things true to his own perspective, this beat maker/rapper processes rhyme in a uniquely poetical style.

After making the mature decision to drop out of high school, Savo is now focused on pursuing his musical dreams and aspirations as a producer/rap recording artist. Check out the new track entitled "Soul Sister Remix" by Savo (above).

Connect with Savo on these social media networks:
www.myspace.com/savobaby
www.twitter.com/savobaby
www.facebook.com/officialsavo
www.triplejunearthed.com.au/savo
www.youtube.com/savobaby


If you have any questions, or would like to schedule an interview, send an email to Savo - savo@live.com

Brandon Burris Foundation Donating Funds To High School Music Programs

Point Game Fundraiser

This foundation is created on behalf of Brandon Burris a.k.a Point Game. The uniquely talented indie rap artist released inspiring music and was also known for frequenting the RapMusic.com forums.

Please read the post and help raise money for this very noble cause. Also, bump Point Game's music, strictly on the basis that it's ill and he lives on through his lyrics!
http://www.myspace.com/pointgame1
http://www.soundclick.com/thegamegetsdeeper

RTiculate Live At The Joint Presented By Street Hop Radio, Pics of the event

On Saturday April 17th I had the pleasure of performing with collaborators and a bunch of local heads in front of a large crowd of fans and friends. Live at "The Joint" was a good show, hosted by 100.3 FM Street Hop Radio's Dj Carmelo and Dj Reddroc.

As an indie rap artist, I got to open up with a few solo tracks followed by songs with my boys Devilz Speciez and Skriblez. We were followed by O.L.O.S. who brought that ill reggae flavor. Truth Among The Darkness and Exponent3 also hit the stage and brought some unique style to the show.

Check out RTiculate's pics from Live at the Joint

MBSolutions.com Asks The Best Music Promotion Tip You've Ever Heard

The other day I got this interesting newsletter from Peter Spellman's Music Business Solutions.

"I have a question for you: What is the best music promotion tip you've ever heard?"

This got me thinking about an e-mail conversation I had with a younger indie rap artist. I shared with him a lesson that I find to be one of the most important when it comes to promoting your music.

"The key is to make yourself/your music be perceived as adding value to the person you're dealing with."

Author Peter Spellman's 'Music Biz Insight' is on it's way from newsletter issue to blog format, which should be happening sometime soon. This newsletter is always filled with useful tidbits for the artist-entrepreneur pursuing a career in the rap music business.

Also, check out this new essay written by Peter Spellman, entitled "Musician 2.0, 3.0, 4.0...Developing Music Careers in Uncertain Times".

So what is the best music promotion tip you've ever heard? Share you tip with the blog and our readers and you could be featured in a new post!

R.I.P. Guru of Gangstarr, Iconic Emcee Passes Away At 43 After Battling Cancer

After a prolonged battle with cancer, iconic emcee Guru of the legendary hip hop group Gangstarr tragically passed away at the age of 43. Hip hop music fans everywhere mourn the loss of this talented rap recording artist.

Beginning a successful career in the rap music business during the 1980's, Guru and Dj Premier formed the group, Gangstarr. Decades of success and millions of fans worldwide, Gangstarr is a house hold name in hip hop music, considered a foundation for hip hop super groups that formed afterwards.

With innovative style and extreme skill, the hip hop community grieves for the loss of immortal fan favorite. Rest in peace Guru.

Diddy Signs On To Manage New Artist Clients, Nicki Minaj and Rick Ross

Diddy done did it again! The rap music business mogul has signed new talents in an effort to turn these already successful music brands into profitable powerhouses.

Building on the recent success of Def Jam rap recording artist Rick Ross (MAYBACH MUSIC/Triple C's) and popular female emcee Nicki Minaj (Young Money), Diddy has now signed on to manage both of these rising stars.

It was recently reported that Nicki Minaj was searching for new representation after parting ways with her last manager. This all comes after passing up on the opportunity to be on a blockbuster summer tour with Rihanna and pop star Ke$ha.
Under Diddy's management, do you think the popularity of these two artists will increase or decline? Why? Leave your comments below.

New Hip Hop Music By Obii Say & Sinitus Tempo, "Dilla Changed My Life"

Through continuous online support and consistent music marketing strategies, "The Vinyl Proxy" has reached over 16,000+ digital downloads since March.

Distributed independently, this hip hop producer/rap artist combo is effectively exposing their music to more hip hop fans online.
Here's a new track that was recently released by emcee Obii Say and producer Sinitus Tempo. Obii Say & Sinitus Tempo - Dilla Changed my Life

Check out more!
http://www.myspace.com/sinitustempo
http://www.twitter.com/sinitustempo
http://www.myspace.com/obiisay
http://www.obiisays.blogspot.com/

Anna Bri Building Hip Hop Scene For Other Female Emcee's In Seattle, Washington

Anna Bri, female emcee from Seattle, Washington, is an exemplar for other young female rappers in her area. One thing that sets Anna Bri a part from her contemporaries is the fact that she does not use vulgar language in her songs.

This summer Anna Bri will be releasing an upcoming mixtape, entitled "Paints Leaking". As she continues to grind on the gig circuit, performing live shows for fans all across the region, Anna Bri is preparing for the mixtape release by creating more awareness of her music. Check out more from this female rap recording artist as she builds her buzz online.

Connect with Anna Bri!
http://abcelebreport.blogspot.com
http://www.myspace.com/annabrimusic
http://www.soundclick.com/annabri
http://www.soundcloud.com/annabri
http://www.youtube.com/user/AnnaBriMusic45

If you have any questions, you can contact Grace Lee Gray Management (representation for Anna Bri) directly by email at glgmannabri@ymail.com.

Swedish Rapper Alfie McFly Preps First Solo Mixtape Release, "Black Kid of Tomorrow"

Earlier this month I made a post featuring a single by Alfie McFly featuring Kid Nuutron and produced by Kajmir Royale entitled "Imagine That".

Now, indie rap recording artist Alfie McFly is ready to release his first solo mixtape, "Black Kid of Tomorrow". Stay tuned to the blog for a link to the mixtape once it is released!

Indie Rap Artist/Producer Bartoven Releases 6th Mixtape, "Amen Ra 3"

Here is the newest mixtape release from indie hip hop producer/emcee Bartoven, based out of the United Kingdom. "Amen Ra 3" is the latest installment in the series of mixtapes that are being pushed by this rap music business savvy artist.

At the age of 17 this indie producer/rapper is quickly gaining valuable experience, learning to create and market his own hip hop music and building on his existing fan base.

Check out the latest mixtape "Amen Ra 3"
Link: http://bartoven.co.uk/amen-ra-3.php

Countdown To "Live At The Joint" Presented By Street Hop Radio - 6 Days

That's right, performing live with my boys Devilz Speciez and Skriblez from the Joint downtown Kitchener, Ontario. In about 6 days we bout to blow the place up with a crazy live performance featuring previously unrecorded and thus unreleased new material for all in attendance. This show is going to be hype, so if you're in the area you better be there!

Starr Media Group Presents New Music From Trillogy, "Put It On You (Remix)"

Trillogy just up and drops this new TRILLMIX of Rhianna's "Rude Boy". Click here to listen to "Put It On You (Remix)"

Also, for you avid MTV watchers, be sure to check out Trillogy's hit single "The Future" produced by Phat Kat, which will be featured on MTV's "TAKING THE STAGE" (Episode #12) airing this Thursday.http://www.mtv.com/shows/taking_the_stage/season_2/series.jhtml
This is just another one of the "big things" going on with Trillogy right now. The hip hop collective continue to utilize well executed marketing strategies. For example, securing song placements through other media outlets.

We also can't ignore that this has to do with the good work put in courtesy of their record label, Starr Media Group.

Alfie McFly Featuring Kid Nuutron, "Imagine That" Prod. By Kajmir Royale

Alfie McFly is back with the new song "Imagine That" featuring Kid Nuutron and produced by Kajmir Royale. This track comes from the upcoming mixtape "Black Kid of Tomorrow" which will be released later this month.

Link: http://usershare.net/z6rn9wmpdoyz

Uploaded only six days ago on April 5th, this track has already been downloaded 80 times! This beat is banging and the hook is catchy as hell, over all I'm feeling it. What y'all think?

Give it up for Alfie McFly who comes correct on the track and puts it down on this track for the ladies out there! One night you could be out drinking and have this come on in the club...Imagine that!

Bartoven To Release Third Installment of Mixtape Series; Amen Ra III (April 15th)

Here is an exclusive sneak peak, UK rap artist/hip hop producer Bartoven's newest single "Save My Soul". This track is on the upcoming mixtape Amen Ra III, which will officially be released on April 15th.

Producing the beat himself makes it easy for Bartoven to jump right in. With introspective lyrics that flow aggressively through the verses, this unique track also features Bartoven's more melodic abilities on the chorus.

Y'all feeling this joint or what? As usual, leave some feedback that this artist can come back to read and use constructively for future projects.

What The Good Folks At Digital Music News Noticed About Chris Brown's Publicity Trail

Check out this article from Digital Music News which goes in depth on the type of publicity surrounding the career of R&B recording artist Chris Brown over the passed year or so.
http://www.digitalmusicnews.com/stories/040810brown
Here is an excerpt quoted from the article:

"A lot of radio stations aren't playing my records," Brown recently audio-blogged on SayNow. "It's on the fans and what you guys do in your power to bring me back."

This article is an interesting read, although you have to sign up with Digital Music News to read it in full. Sign up! It's definitely worth it, these guys are on point with current news in the music industry and always have a little something-something for us in the rap music business.

Hate him or love him? One thing about Chris Brown though is he is yet to give up and you have to admire that. (Keep your head up kid, this too shall pass!). Here is a Chris Breezy/Juelz Santana track I've been hearing a lot on the Galaxie TV radio lately when I'm working on the laptop. See Breezy, they still be playing you up here in Canada!

Indie Artist Loose Screwz Releases New Solo Mixtape "Sattelites"

http://scriptsnscrewz.bandcamp.com/

Rap artist Loose Screwz has just released his newest solo project, entitled "Sattelites" which is presented by Rockthedub.com and hosted by Rip City of the Core DJs. Loose Screwz is half of the indie/experimental/hip-hop group Scripts 'N Screwz, based out of St. Louis.

With fresh tracks like "STLiens", "Down Syndrome" feat. Hearska-Z and "Temptations" the experimental electro-hip hop mixtape is making some serious noise! Loose Screwz reached out in a professional manner, but more importantly his music speaks for it self.

Aspiring to be more then just another rapper on the grind, this unique artist and his crew are definitely making a name for themselves in the St. Louis hip hop scene as well as in the digital realm. Check out this cool mixtape right now!

Read more about "Sattelites" at Rockthedub.com: http://www.rockthedub.com/2010/03/loose-screwz-satellites.html

Also from Scripts N Screwz:
The New Noise available now on iTunes!
www.myspace.com/scriptsandscrewz
www.scriptsnscrewz.com

Street Hop Radio Presents...RTiculate "Live At The Joint" With Devilz Speciez, Skriblez & More!

Yes yes y'all! Your boy RTiculate finally back on the gig grind, after almost 5 years I'm taking the stage with my home boys Skriblez and Devilz Speciez. Street Hop Radio presents "Live from The Joint", underneath the Hive in downtown Kitchener-Waterloo.

Presented by Dj Carmelo (of Street Hop Radio) and DJ REDDROC, this show will feature some of K-W's (Ontario, Canada) local talents as well as special guest Devilz Speciez out of the Greater-Toronto-Area.

If you're close by you've got to come check us out, it's going to be a wicked show. The event is 19+ (so no youngins) and it's $5 at the door. Be sure to come out for good music and a good time. Support real indie hip hop!

New Album Released by Obii Say & Sinitus Tempo, The Vinyl Proxy 1965

Obii Say & Sinitus Tempo: The Vinyl Proxy 1965
http://www.limelinx.com/files/3a8b215dffcd5091f0962280a8228b9f

Check out the new indie/experimental hip hop project "The Vinyl Proxy 1965" released by rap recording artist Obii Say and DMV producer Sinitus Tempo. This space-age hip hop album hit the net on March 9th and has amassed well over 15,000+ digital downloads since being released.

The duo have been pushing the new album extremely hard on the net, utilizing many different marketing strategies and influential contacts/connections. This album features rapper Obii Say kicking futuristic flows over producer Sinuts Tempo's melodic hip hop beats on this new album.

A refreshing dose of new age indie hip hop, this project can be bumped regularly. What do you think of this new project, you feeling it? These two are putting it down with their own unique style, go download The Vinyl Proxy 1965 right now!

Indie rap recording artist Obii Say