New Indie Artist News Spot

Breaking the Labels has unleashed it’s new site for Get nDnews. Be sure to log on to http://getndnews.breakingthelabels.com to find out the latest info on Independent Music Artists making noise.

If you are an Independent artist and would like consideration for featuring on the site… send an EPK to getndnews@breakingthelabels.com. For a full Album/Mixtape written review you may put in a request to get a professional review for only $25. All projects are reviewed by seasoned professionals in the industry who have worked with Platinum and Gold major artists.

Be sure to check out the latest on Get nDnews!

Popular Wastelands

I have visited popular wastelands
Bolden places with familiar faces
Mystical traces of war and death
No one questions it however deprived it is left
Wastelands of freedom where you really have no choice
Where life is just as simple as abortion
And we are living in spiritual discourse
Wastelands of marriage where adultery is a common drug
No respect for the covenant of life
Reliving death shot down by slugs
I have visited popular wastelands
Flared veins dope fiends insane
Who’s to blame in this sea of despair
Call it drugs or government see no one cares
Their too busy being silent
Not wanting to go there
I have visited popular wastelands
Back alleyways minds are crazed
Kids never phased wallowing in disrespect
They don’t know they are the future of the last ones left
In wastelands of poverty surrounded by TV
Teaching nothing but how to succumb to slavery
Slavery of their own thinking
Dark minds impeaching
Every gift of intellect
That could raise them out of death
Yeah I visited popular wastelands
And I couldn’t stand the stench
Many standing in the midst of it catching a whiff
Acting as if
There is no sign of decomposition
Not even willing to listen or read the signs
Saying putrescible waste
Instead they stay
I’ve visited popular wastelands
Old and dilapidated memories faded
Walls tainted I can’t stay there
My senses have made me intrinsically aware
Gotta leave this place before it consumes me
I will never be popular and wasted away to a place that never knew me
Yeah I visited popular wastelands

MLP Boys Take 97.6 BreakIt! Radio to the Community and Across the Nation

97.6 BreakIt! Radio is continuing to make waves in the entertainment industry; artist such as the MLP Boys (JC (Marshal Ekwuruke), Lil Red (Chris Ekwuruke), and YT Moe (Jeremy Moore)) are taking the name of 97.6 BreakIt! Radio with their Exclusive Park Promo into the community and across the nation.  Feeding the hunger of Hip Hop fans across the East Texas area is how these three Major men started there love for the music. Fusing New school with Old school flavor. Without fail they are pushing this force across the nation, supplying the demand for Fresh Style and Culture in the game; they affiliate with great DJ’s, such as DJ JCof. These artist use their hypnotizing rhythm to not only draw a crowd to groove, but also to give back. MLP Boys (Major League Profit) are not here for a fling with Hip Hop, not here to “change the game;”  taking a strong stance to revive it fully!

Check out the MLP Boys Community Shout Out to 97.6 BreakIt! Radio:

Be sure to stay on the look out for MLP Boys and 97.6 BreakIt! Radio.  To find our more on BreakIt! Radio visit http://www.breakitradio.com or email outsidethebox@breakitradio.com. You can also find the MLP Boys at http://www.facebook.com/mlpboys or email majorleagueprofit@gmail.com. Don’t forget to cop their new mixtape “Full of That.”

PRESS RELEASE: 97.6 BreakIt! Radio Music All Star Weekend @ HotTv March 19, 2011

97.6 BreakIt Radio All Star Weekend

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

SATURDAY, March 19, 2011, AT 7:00 PM, 97.6 BREAKIT! RADIO WILL HOST THE ALL-STAR WEEKEND and CYPHER AT HOT TV, LOCATED AT 600 KENRICK DRIVE, SUITE E-16, HOUSTON, TX 77060. BreakIt! Radio invites the community out to enjoy Independent Artists as they break their talent on the HOT TV stage as we stream them live before the world and special guests.

On March 19, 2011, 97.6 BreakIt! Radio will host another hot event right in the Houston area  to support Independent Artists all over the Gulf Coast Region. 97.6 BreakIt! Radio is first in this industry to stream a live show directly to A&R contacts at the majors! 97.6 made HOT TV their home for hosting events that will help Indie Artists gain exposure and advance their careers. The station owners, Vanessa Chozen Marie and Vince Bryant, contend, and it shows, this organization does not put on mere showcases; they actually assist artists in promoting themselves and breaking them into the industry through promotions, giving them radio play and by providing artists and record labels with proper tools and advice to take them to the next level.

This event will be another to remember. Where else can you go get free “real” food, free drinks, great entertainment and a fun atmosphere for only $15.00.  Cost Is 2 for $20 before 9PM. 97.6 BreakIt! Radio is setting a tone to push competitors to step up their game.

97.6 BreakIt! Radio stands at the forefront of making history in changing the face of entertainment as we know it. As a prominent force in their stance on a HIP HOP Revolutionary Movement, the breaking new radio station is set to revive HIP HOP globally.

The 97.6 BreakIt! Radio HIP HOP FEST is sponsored by Signature Drinks (a sassy yet classy ladies bartending service), One21Ten (Deejay and sound services), Signature Drinks, Strictly Making Paper Entertainment (S.M.P.) , P.L.I. Global Enterprises and Shameikia Strickland and Frederickk Lawton of Acid Reign Entertainment and Mr. Lawton Records. There will be a super Hip Hop mix provided by Gene Bogany of One21Ten.. There will be powerful special guest performances by Vince, Most’Wanted Bryant, Goldenboy, B-Dub of Strictly Making Paper Entertainment, Playa Like Individuals (P.L.I.) of P.L.I. Global Enterprises and Lil Cayne. There will be a super Hip Hop mix provided by Gene Bogany of One21Ten.

In association with Breaking the Labels, the station owners are dedicated to utilizing the station as a vehicle to “power” the voices of the people in many aspects. The two recognize music and entertainment as vehicles for fueling the MOVEMENT.  Through music and entertainment the two are working to positively impact their local community and abroad.

In this defining moment when African American-owned media, entertainment and broadcasting companies are making history in Houston and the Gulf Coast Region, the owner of HOT TV (Houston’s Own Talent), Malik Rasheed, who has been a pillar in the community for surrounding artists has now moved the HOT TV Show to Channel 21 (UTN – Urban Television Network), an African American-owned TV network. 97.6 BreakIt! Radio is proud to be a part of this historical moment, hosting the 97.6 BreakIt! Radio All-Star Weekend event and CYPHER at the very home that has been an avenue since 1999 for Houston artists to gain exposure.

For more information regarding Live Stream II, contact (832) 969-5666 or email outsidethebox@breakitradio.com. To become an event sponsor, vendor or to advertise your business at this event, contact Vanessa Chozen Marie at (832) 969-5666.

General Admission: $15.00 or 2 for $20 before 9PM (Does not apply to performing artists)
Performance Slots: $25
Open Bar and Free Buffet

For more information on Vanessa Chozen Marie or Vince Brant, visit:
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chozenmarie or www.facebook.com/people/Vince-MostWanted/540619533
Breaking the Labels Blog Spot: www.breakingthelabels.wordpress.com
Radio Station Website: www.breakitradio.com
HotTv: http://hottvshow.com/
Signature Drinks: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Signature-Drinks/146588202063647
One21Ten: http://www.youtube.com/one21tenmusic, http://www.myspace.com/one21tenproductions and http://www.youtube.com/one21tenmusic
Strictly Making Paper Entertainment (S.M.P.): www.reverbnation.com/bdubsmp, www.myspace.com/bdubsmp, www.twitter.com/bdubsmp, www.youtube.com/bdubsmp, For more information contact: Manager Big Feezie at 337.212.4206, http://www.smpent@gmail.com
P.L.I. Global Enterprises: www.myspace.com/plientertainment and http://www.reverbnation.com/label/pliglobalenterprises. For more information contact: Martell John at tellpli@gmail.com
Acid Reign Entertainment: www.reverbnation.com/lilcayne For more information contact Shameikia Stricklland at acidreignent@yahoo.com or 972-804-1007

FreeStylitry

Simply put… I am a REVOLUTIONARY… Messenger of Truth. Time to gather knowledge and break the chains of slavery of the mind.

FreeStylitry is a concept based upon words displaying emotions in poetic form in an instant…. I write poetry… I am not a spoken word poet, but I have challenged myself to spill my emotions into freestyle poetry at the time it hits me… FreeStylitry captures the essence of my emotions in creativity. I hope it touches someone.

 

PRESS RELEASE: 97.6 BreakIt! Radio Presents LIVE STREAM II: WITNESS the REIGN at Hot Tv Feb 19, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

97.6 BreakIt! Radio Presents LIVE STREAM II: WITNESS the REIGN at Hot Tv Feb 19, 2011

SATURDAY, February 19, 2011, AT 7:00 PM, 97.6 BREAKIT! RADIO WILL HOST LIVE STREAM II: WITNESS the REIGN AT HOT TV, LOCATED AT 600 KENRICK DRIVE, SUITE E-16, HOUSTON, TX 77060. BreakIt! Radio invites the community out to enjoy Independent Artists as they break their talent on the HOT TV stage as we stream them live before the world and special guests.

On February 19, 2011, 97.6 BreakIt! Radio will host another hot event right in the Houston area  to support Independent Artists all over the Gulf Coast Region. 97.6 BreakIt! Radio is first in this industry to stream a live show directly to A&R contacts at the majors! 97.6 made HOT TV their home for hosting events that will help Indie Artists gain exposure and advance their careers. The station owners, Vanessa Chozen Marie and Vince Bryant, contend, and it shows, this organization does not put on mere showcases; they actually assist artists in promoting themselves and breaking them into the industry through promotions, giving them radio play and by providing artists and record labels with proper tools and advice to take them to the next level.

This event will be another to remember. Where else can you go get free “real” food, free drinks, great entertainment and a fun atmosphere for only $15.00.  97.6 BreakIt! Radio is setting a tone to push competitors to step up their game.

97.6 BreakIt! Radio stands at the forefront of making history in changing the face of entertainment as we know it. As a prominent force in their stance on a HIP HOP Revolutionary Movement, the breaking new radio station is set to revive HIP HOP globally.

The 97.6 BreakIt! Radio HIP HOP FEST is sponsored by Signature Drinks (a sassy yet classy ladies bartending service), One21Ten (Deejay and sound services), Signature Drinks, Strictly Making Paper Entertainment (S.M.P.) and P.L.I. Global Enterprises. There will be powerful special guest performances by Vince, Most’Wanted Bryant, Goldenboy, B-Dub of Strictly Making Paper Entertainment and Playa Like Individuals (P.L.I.) of P.L.I. Global Enterprises. There will be a super Hip Hop mix provided by Gene Bogany of One21Ten.

In association with Breaking the Labels, the station owners are dedicated to utilizing the station as a vehicle to “power” the voices of the people in many aspects. The two recognize music and entertainment as vehicles for fueling the MOVEMENT.  Through music and entertainment the two are working to positively impact their local community and abroad.

In this defining moment when African American-owned media, entertainment and broadcasting companies are making history in Houston and the Gulf Coast Region, the owner of HOT TV (Houston’s Own Talent), Malik Rasheed, who has been a pillar in the community for surrounding artists has now moved the HOT TV Show to Channel 21 (UTN – Urban Television Network), an African American-owned TV network. 97.6 BreakIt! Radio is proud to be a part of this historical moment, hosting the 97.6 BreakIt! Radio Live Stream II: WITNESS the REIGN event at the very home that has been an avenue since 1999 for Houston artists to gain exposure.

For more information regarding Live Stream II, contact (832) 969-5666 or email outsidethebox@breakitradio.com. To become an event sponsor, vendor or to advertise your business at this event, contact Vanessa Chozen Marie at (832) 969-5666.

General Admission: $15.00
Performance Slots: $40
Open Bar and Free Buffet

For more information on Vanessa Chozen Marie or Vince Brant, visit:
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chozenmarie or http://www.facebook.com/people/Vince-MostWanted/540619533
Breaking the Labels Blog Spot: http://www.breakingthelabels.wordpress.com
Radio Station Website: http://www.breakitradio.com
HotTv: http://hottvshow.com/
Signature Drinks: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Signature-Drinks/146588202063647
One21Ten: http://www.youtube.com/one21tenmusic, http://www.myspace.com/one21tenproductions and http://www.youtube.com/one21tenmusic
Strictly Making Paper Entertainment (S.M.P.): http://www.reverbnation.com/bdubsmp, http://www.myspace.com/bdubsmp, http://www.twitter.com/bdubsmp, http://www.youtube.com/bdubsmp, For more information contact: Manager Big Feezie at 337.212.4206, smpent@gmail.com
P.L.I. Global Enterprises: www.myspace.com/plientertainment and http://www.reverbnation.com/label/pliglobalenterprises. For more information contact: Martell John at tellpli@gmail.com

97.6 BreakIt! Radio Presents LIVE STREAM II: WITNESS the REIGN at Hot Tv February 19, 2011

97.6 BreakIt! Radio Presents LIVE STREAM II: WITNESS the REIGN

(((ARTISTS are YOU IN))) 97.6 BreakIt! Radio Presents LIVE STREAM II: WITNESS the REIGN at Hot Tv. If you haven’t signed up as of yet, be sure to sign up now. This is going to be a POWERFUL experience! On February 19th, we’ll put the best of the best Indie Artists on blast right here in Houston. You will walk away with an HD quality video of your performance as well as quality networking contacts in this industry. Send an email to outsidethebox@breakitradio.com to get signed up!

97.6 BreakIt! Radio is HOME of the Indie Artists. Weare ASCAP, BMI and SESAC affiliated! #BreakIt! ~Chozen Marie

Log on to (www.breakitradio.com)  Mon – Sat 11AM – 3PM and Tues/Wed 10PM – 12AM (For the Live show with Vanessa Chozen Marie and Vince Most’Wanted) Thurs/Fri 10PM – 12AM is the MakeIt! or BreakIt! mix for new song submissions!

Submit all songs for consideration to outsidethebox@breakitradio.com
#BreakIt!

To Use or Not to Use?: That is the Question

Jarrod "I AM ENTERTAINMENT" Dixon

I recently read a Facebook post written by Jarrod Mr. I Am Entertainment Dixon about the use of copyrighted materials for the production of mixtapes.  I must admit it’s one of those posts that make you think. Do I use or do I not use another person’s track or sample, for that matter, to push my career?

Mr. I am Entertainment lends these words of advice:

Aye Up & Coming Artists: I am asking you to please chill with all of the Mixtapes. While you are out here jacking for beats, here are two words you’ve probably never heard before – COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT! When you use someone else’s material, whether it’s a beat, punch line, hook, or snippet of an artist, you are responsible for getting clearance/permission first and foremost. If you do not obtain the ‘right to use’ from the artist, producer(s), and/or label, you will be subject to Federal Prosecution under the Copyright laws. These individuals may choose to sue you for revenue and future royalties, as well as any money made and ‘damages’. This one act has the power to destroy your foundation before you ever finish laying it. Mixtapes have their place, but right now the market & game are OVER- SATURATED with them!! Let’s get back to making HOTT albums with HOTT SINGLES! If you want to do a mixtape, please for your sake, use your own beats! Besides, you’re attempting to get exposure for your production, showcase your rhyming skills & musical abilities. That’s not possible to do when you’re “borrowing” instrumentals.

When you have hot producers such as Jeffrey Sadik “The BEAsTMASTER – BEAsTBYSADIK” McNeil of Soulmath Entertainment and Davion “DBottz” Botts of Bottzworld Productions creating some of the hottest hits of this century, there really is no need to jump on someone else’s track. I personally know that Sadik has been working with lyrical giants such as Vince Bryant, ESG, REL the Chosen, Rap Reform Party and upcoming artists such as Buddah of Drank City Entertainment and Me La the Star.  Both of these gentlemen have impressive resumes. DBottz has worked with artists such as Mya, Scarface, Lil KeKe, Trae, Vince Bryant, C-Moe of the Narrators and Just Brittany – just to name a few. Serious artists, ready to take your careers to the next level, I would reach out to producers such as Sadik and DBottz.

As a suggestion, if you are leasing tracks or purchasing exclusive tracks from online producers, make sure you get the proper paperwork and clearances from them.

This site was not meant to provide or offer any legal advice; if you have any doubts on the use of copyrighted materials, please refer to the Copyright Infringement Laws (freely posted online – do a basic search) or seek the legal advice of an attorney.

Written by: Jarrod Mr. I Am Entertainment Dixon
Edited by: Vanessa Chozen Marie

You can reach Jarrod at:
www.soundclick.com/IAMENTERTAINMENT
www.lcmiaustin.org

You can reach Sadik at:
http://www.facebook.com/sadikdabeast
http://www.myspace.com/sadikdabeast
http://www.myspace.com/d2bproductions
http://www.twitter.com/beastbysadik72
http://www.linkedin/in/beastbysadikhttp://beatrelease.com/SADIK_da_BEAsT/

You can reach DBottz at:
http://www.bottzworld.com
http://www.myspace/bottzworld
http://twitter.com/DBottz

97.6 BreakIt! Radio HIP HOP FEST at HOT TV on December 11th

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2010, AT 7:00 PM, 97.6 BREAKIT! RADIO WILL HOST ITS

97.6 BreakIt! Radio HIP HOP FEST at HOT TV Dec 11, 2010

OFFICIAL HIP HOP FEST AT HOT TV, LOCATED AT 600 KENRICK DRIVE, SUITE E-16, HOUSTON, TX 77060. BreakIt! Radio invites the community out to enjoy Independent Artists as they break their talent on the HOT TV stage along with HIP HOP professionals such as Vince Bryant, Kryptonite Records, Grindmode Clique and Nothin 2 Lose Records.

 

 

On November, 6, 2010, 97.6 BreakIt! Radio kicked off the hottest event to ever hit the Houston scene supporting Independent Artists in the Gulf Coast Region. 97.6 made HOT TV their home for hosting events that will help Indie Artists gain exposure and advance their careers. The station owners, Vanessa Chozen Marie and Vince Bryant, contend, and it shows, this organization does not put on mere showcases; they actually assist artists in promoting themselves and breaking them into the industry through promotions, giving them radio play and by providing artists and record labels with proper tools and advice to take them to the next level. 

 

 

This event will be another to remember. Where else can you go get free “real” food, free drinks, great entertainment and a fun atmosphere for only $15.00.  97.6 BreakIt! Radio is setting a tone to push competitors to step up their game.

 

97.6 BreakIt! Radio, an affiliate of A Team Media and Broadcasting Company, stands at the forefront of making history in changing the face of entertainment as we know it. As a prominent force in their stance on a HIP HOP Revolutionary Movement, the breaking new radio station is set to revive HIP HOP globally.

 

 

The 97.6 BreakIt! Radio HIP HOP FEST is sponsored by Signature Drinks (a sassy yet classy ladies bartending service), One21Ten (Deejay and sound services), Supa Hip Hop Entertainment (David Hicks, CEO and Nathaniel Cole, COO) and ET of Phone Home Entertainment.  There will be powerful special guest performances by Supa of Supa Hip Hop Entertainment and ET of Phone Home Entertainment on the HOT TV Stage, with a super Hip Hop mix provided by One21Ten.

 

In association with Breaking the Labels, the station owners are dedicated to utilizing the station as a vehicle to “power” the voices of the people in many aspects. The two recognize music and entertainment as vehicles for fueling the MOVEMENT.  Through music and entertainment the two are working to positively impact their local community and abroad.

 

In this defining moment where all African American-owned media, entertainment and broadcasting companies are making history in Houston and the Gulf Coast Region, the owner of HOT TV (Houston’s Own Talent), Malik Rasheed, who has been a pillar in the community for surrounding artists has now moved the HOT TV Show to Channel 21 (UTN – Urban Television Network), an all African American-owned TV network. 97.6 BreakIt! Radio is proud to be a part of this historical moment, hosting the 97.6 BreakIt! Radio Kick Off Party at the very home that has been an avenue since 1999 for Houston artists to gain exposure.

 

 

For more information regarding the HIP HOP FEST, contact (832) 969-5666 or email outsidethebox@breakitradio.com. To become an event sponsor, vendor or to advertise your business at this event, contact Vanessa Chozen Marie at (832) 969-5666.

General Admission: $15.00

Performance Slots: $25

Open Bar and Free Buffet

 

For more information on Vanessa Chozen Marie or Vince Brant, visit:

Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/#!/chozenmarie or www.facebook.com/people/Vince-​MostWanted/540619533

Breaking the Labels Blog Spot: www.breakingthelabels.wordpress.com

Radio Station Website:  www.breakitradio.com

Signature Drinks:  http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/profile.php?id=811807706

Supa Hip Hop Entertainment:  http://supahiphop.com and supa@supahiphop.com

One21Ten:  http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/pages/One21TenMusic/138370756173594?v=info

and http://www.youtube.com/one21tenmusic
Phone Home Entertainment: http://www.facebook.com/bigeddiet

97.6 BreakIt! Radio HIP HOP FEST Sponsors and Afffiliates

Be sure to check out this video for more info on the event at Hot TV on Dec 11

97.6 BreakIt! Radio HIP HOP FEST at HOT TV Dec 11, 2010

Why Collaborations Lead to Success Stories

97.6 BreakIt! Radio HIP HOP Music Fest (Networking Opportunity)

“Your Network determines your net worth” is the most powerful statement I have ever read in business.  I worked for one of the top accounting firms, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and my focus in the Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) department consisted of writing winning proposals. In writing proposals one of the keys to being successful at it is doing your homework – clear, concise research.  I found in my position I was always faced with this question while doing my research – who is doing well in the market right now?  Then I was faced with the second question – who is doing better?  The bottom line became how will it benefit he who is doing better to collaborate with he who is doing well and how do I convince them to come together?  To understand this concept you have to know that M&A doesn’t always happen because a company is failing and the only way for them to survive is to be bought out or combined with a company that is doing much better in the market. M&A also takes place between companies that are doing extremely well. Why?  Corporations have recognized when they combine their efforts and strategies they can grow rapidly in their industry.  That goes back to that age old concept that two heads are better than one.  When you make a collaborative effort with another organization you increase your man power, your talent pool, your resources, your strategies, etc.

So what do words like network, net worth and collaborative efforts have to do with Independent Music Artists and Labels? It’s a clear concept and I am sure most have figured it out already, but figuring it out is not the key. The key is actually doing it! If your network of people that you do business with in this industry is solid, on point and running in the same direction as yours and if your network compliments your business, you have the makings of a powerful team.  You have to align yourself with individuals who share the same dream and drive. When you collaborate with people who are on that same page you increase your visibility and opportunities tremendously.

So often, we forget that it takes a team of people to build success and we try to do it on our own… all alone. That method gets you nowhere fast. First, we have rid ourselves of the attitudes that we don’t need anyone to be successful in this industry. Once we realize the benefit of working with others, it is time to put it into action. Utilize every opportunity you encounter to network with others. You never know what relationships will build from there. When you show support for others in this industry, if you have made careful selections and screened properly, you will find that they will return the favor.

Imagine for a moment all of the major success stories and think of how they formed a network and collaborated together to build in this industry.  Just to name a few Jay Z, Kanye West, Lil Wayne, Drake and Common. Somehow all of these individuals found ways to collaborate and build with others and even one another. When you hear one person dropping something the other is featured and then a piggy back follows with the featured artist’s new album. Old game… and guess what it’s still the same. If we think on a local level, I will use Houston because that’s where I currently reside; Wreck Shop collaborated with many artists and non-artists to create a buzz for their company. They generated some buzz through Fat Pat; however, they capitalized on that buzz by dropping a movie, The Dirty 3^rd.  In doing that movie they worked with a lot of people in the Houston and surrounding areas to make it happen – from Slim Thug all the way to the camera crew, actors and actresses.  A lot of people may not know that there was never a script for that movie. However, Wreck Shop worked together with all involved in the movie to come up with lines, shots and strategies for the movie. Seemingly the movie was low budget, but it served its purpose. It created a huge buzz for Wreck Shop Records at that time.

In saying that, I will also say when you create these opportunities continue to nurture and grow them because just as easy as it is to blaze the scene and create a huge visible force, it is just as easy to turn the lights off on your success. Stay determined, focused and never lose the drive, hunger and passion for your craft!