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SANTA MONICA, Calif., July 16 -- Definitely avoiding the
sophomore jinx, Grammy-nominated and award-winning Geffen Records superstar
singer/songwriter, Keyshia Cole, continues to deliver the hits with her
third (3rd) #1 single, "Heaven Sent," from her near-double-platinum-selling
sophomore album, Just Like You. "Heaven Sent" currently sits atop
Billboard's "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs" and "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay" charts.

    The coveted #1 spot is nothing new to the chart-topping Oakland native
as "Heaven Sent" follows two (2) #1 singles from Just Like You: "Let It
Go," and "I Remember." The single is the 7th #1 hit song at radio from
Keyshia Cole over the past two years. Other #1s include "Love" and "I
Should Have Cheated" from her platinum-selling debut The Way It Is, and the
collaborations, "Last Night" and "Give It Up To Me," with Diddy and Sean
Paul respectively.

    Keyshia Cole is currently in the studio recording her third (3rd)
yet-untitled CD to be released late 2008 and is gearing up for a soon-to-be
announced tour. While she will soon start taping the 3rd season of her hit
BET reality show, "The Way It Is," the second (2nd) season is the highest
rated program in the network's history. The straight-from-the-soul singer
is also gearing up to shoot a film based on her life and while recording
her third (3rd) disc, a tenacious Keyshia Cole, takes time out to
crisscross the globe with shows from Jamaica to Kansas City.


Courtesy of: PRNewswire

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NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - July 21, 2008) - Bad Boy Records has announced the upcoming release of "JUST A ROLLING STONE," the eagerly awaited debut album from Donnie Klang. The album, which is highlighted by the new single, "Take You There (Feat. P. Diddy)," lands in stores and at all digital retailers on September 2nd.

"JUST A ROLLING STONE" arrives one year after Klang received his Bad Boy solo contract from P. Diddy during the blockbuster season finale of MTV's hit reality series, "Making The Band 4." What's more, the album comes hot on the heels of "MTB4's" highly anticipated third season, set to premiere in August. The new season chronicles the making of the album, as well as the hugely successful "P. Diddy and MTV Presents Making The Band 4 - The Tour," which saw Klang sharing a bill with "MTB4's" two #1-selling superstar groups, Danity Kane and Day26.

"Making The Band 4" has proven to be one of MTV's most enduring successes, with its most recent season reaching over 55 million viewers. In addition, "Making The Band 4" has consistently ranked among the top shows on MTV.com, delivering over 10 million streams and attracting nearly 2.7 million visits to the "MTB4" show area.

"Take You There (Feat. P. Diddy)" has just begun scoring major airplay at multi-format radio outlets nationwide, including Urban, Rhythmic, and CHR/Top 40. The single's companion video -- directed by Ray Kay (Destiny's Child, Cassie, Beyonce) -- will have its world television premiere on the August 8th installment of MTV's new smash series, "FNMTV" (check local listings). Earlier this year, Klang performed "Take You There" live on the second season finale of "Making The Band 4."

"JUST A ROLLING STONE" sees Klang collaborating with many of the same producers behind the two previous #1-selling "MTB4" releases, Danity Kane's RIAA gold-certified "WELCOME TO THE DOLLHOUSE," and the self-titled debut from Day26. Among the studio superstars teaming up with the Long Island, NY-based singer are Seven (Mariah Carey, Ja Rule), Danja (Britney Spears, Madonna), Bryan-Michael Cox (Usher, Mary J. Blige), and The-Dream (Chris Brown, Rihanna). "JUST A ROLLING STONE" is Executive Produced by Bad Boy CEO Sean "P. Diddy" Combs and Bad Boy Entertainment President Harve Pierre.

Klang will herald the release of "JUST A ROLLING STONE" with a nationwide radio promo tour, beginning in late July. In addition, he will be headlining Seventeen magazine's "Rock The Runway," an upcoming series of mall events featuring a fashion show, model call, and live concert. The events will hit such markets as Los Angeles, Denver, Detroit, Philadelphia, and Charlotte through November. Furthermore, Klang will be starring as the face of luxury street style retailer DJPremium.com in their Fall 2008 advertorial campaign alongside Atlantic recording artist Bayje.

For up-to-the-minute Donnie Klang news and information, please visit www.badboyonline.com/donnieklang, www.myspace.com/donnieklang, and www.badboyonline.com.

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"Da Baddest (Feat. Trey Songz)" Makes Video Premiere Today at Allhiphop.com; "My Turn to Eat" Drops on September 9th

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - July 16, 2008) - Grand Hustle/Atlantic recording artist Big Kuntry King has announced early details of his much anticipated new album, "MY TURN TO EAT." The collection -- which features the single, "Da Baddest (Feat. Trey Songz)" -- will be available in stores and all digital retailers on September 9th.

The companion video to "Da Baddest" premiered today, July 16th, via Allhiphop.com. The video sees the ATL-based rapper joined by a star-studded roster of guests, including Trey Songz, T.I., Young Dro, B.o.B, Fantasia, DJ Drama, and Maino. Produced by Shawty Red (Snoop Dogg, Young Jeezy), "Da Baddest" is available now through the iTunes Store.

In addition to Shawty Red, "MY TURN TO EAT" features production from such megastars as Rick Ross, the Runners, and Grand Hustle's own T.I. Among the album's highlights is the 2007 single, "That's Right (Feat. T.I.)," which is streaming now at Streetcred.com.

Big Kuntry King -- a founding member of ATL's P$C -- is known for his role on T.I.'s street anthem "Heavy Chevys" as well as P$C's 2005 hit, "I'm A King (Feat. Lil' Scrappy)." "MY TURN TO EAT" follows his recent appearances on a number of independent mixtapes, including "COCAINE KUNTRY THE UNDERBOSS" (with DJ Scream and MLK), "THE CORPORATE HUSTLE" (with DJ Burn One and Slick Pulla), and "COCAINE" (with DJ Burn One).

For up-to-the-minute news and information, please visit www.myspace.com/bigkuntryking.
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Atlanta, GA: July 7th, 2008-Block Entertainment/Bad Boy South/Atlantic recording artist, Gorilla Zoe, gears up for the release of his sophomore album, Don't Feed Da Animals (September 23rd release) with single "On the Corner" featuring Sean Kingston. Gorilla Zoe's debut "Welcome to the Zoo," which peaked at No. 3 on Billboard's Top Rap Albums Chart, launched Gorilla Zoe's unique raspy vocals with the hard-hitting street anthem "Hood N*gga." Block Entertainment CEO Russell "Block" Spencer expects Don't Feed Da Animals to exceed expectations set by the success of Welcome to the Zoo.

Gorilla Zoe builds anticipation for the forthcoming Don't Feed Da Animals with buzz-worthy records, "Waddle" featuring Gucci Mane and "Dope Boy." Production from the industry's newest heavyweights, Justice League-"P*ssy Talk" and "Neighborhood,"  Don Vito-"Dope Boy," and Luney Tunez N Yo Area-"Waddle" to name a few are rounded out with seasoned producers, Jazze Pha "Locked Up or Dead," and J.R. Rotem "On the Corner."

According to Gorilla Zoe, Don't feed Da Animals is collectively "a huge album, filled with my life experiences, thoughts and feelings-real and uncut."

Exclusive new music and updated photos can be found on www.myspace.com/gorillazoe96 and fans are now able to contact Gorilla Zoe via a new marketing tool, www.saynow.com, by calling the artist directly at               (678) 608-0521       .

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(July 16, 2008 - New York , NY )   Putting an end to months of speculation about who would be the premiere artist signed to Tag Records, the New York-based venture led by hip-hop entrepreneur Jermaine Dupri, Island Def Jam Music Group and global giant Procter & Gamble (P&G), it was announced today that Brooklyn's own "Q" will be the first young rapper to be launched on the new label.

To the legions of hardcore fans who have logged over 50,000 profile views on Q's MySpace website (http://www.myspace.com/qdakid19) over the past 12 months, he is ready to take over the mantle of BK supremacy established more than a decade ago by Notorious B.I.G. and Jay-Z. Check out wordmaster Q's freestyle chops on the four tracks posted at his website: "Hero Freestyle," "Soulful Music," and "How I Wish."

In conjunction with P&G's leverage of TAG Records as part of its re-introduction of TAG this summer, Q will be on the receiving end of one of the biggest promotional campaigns ever devised, including television, print, radio, digital and event marketing. This unprecedented launch is a cornerstone of TAG's initiative to cultivate relationships with the urban community through development of programs that provide opportunities for aspiring hip-hop talent. P&G will showcase Q and Dupri across TAG's various advertising and marketing initiatives throughout 2008. 

Q (aka Kareem Savage) was a former member of Da Franchise with fellow Brooklynites Red Café and Gravy. Q started his solo career as a contributor to mix-tapes by DJ Clue, Kay Slay, DJ Khaled and others. Relocating to Atlanta , it was inevitable that he'd cross paths with Dupri - who quickly recognized Q's talent and put him in the studio.

Q landed his first major feature on Da Brat's "World Premiere" and the Drumline hit movie soundtrack. Ever since signing to JD's So So Def/Virgin imprint in the summer 2006, Q has been heard on a string of top-charted remixes including "Make Me Better" by Fabolous featuring Ne-Yo, "No One" by Alicia Keys, "Fine" by Mary J. Blige, "Can't Help But Wait" by Trey Songz, and more. At the same time, Q's humanitarian side and dedication to youth culture comes out via the Glenn Toby Organization and the Book Bank Foundation.

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One of the most renowned and continually relevant hip-hop emcees of all time, GZA returns with his long awaited fifth solo album, "ProTools." An original member of the legendary Wu-Tang Clan, GZA has established himself as a perennial force in hip-hop over his 13+ year solo career. Recently, GZA's contributions have driven the phenomenal success of the 2008 Wu-Tang Clan reunion album "8 Diagrams" as well as two of independent hip-hop's recent flagship releases: Think Differently Music: "Wu-Tang Meets The Indie Culture" and the DJ Muggs/GZA collaboration "Grandmasters."

With an entrenched and rabidly loyal fan base, "ProTools" marks the long awaited return of one of hip-hop's most revered and respected emcees.

And just wait until you hear what he has to say!!!  The album's first leak track, "Paper Plate," finds GZA going in hard at a Vitamin Water mogul on this ihiphop.com exclusive.

With "Paper Plate," GZA is in top form, a true veteran showcasing the incomparable style that has defined witty battle rap for the greater part of a decade.

Spitting 104 bars of straight heat, GZA cuts the legs out from under the G-Unit impresario, reminding us all how sweet beef on wax really sounds.  Using metaphor and lyrical imagery (and without employing a single curse word), GZA gives it to us "burnt & crispy."

True heads stand up...The Genius has finally returned.

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Hip-Hop Superstar Unveils Details of New Album; "No Matter What" Street Track Is Embraced by Radio & TV; First Official Single, "Whatever You Like," Hits Airwaves; "PAPER TRAIL" Drops in Stores and Online September 9th

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - July 18, 2008) - Grand Hustle/Atlantic recording artist T.I. has unveiled further details of his much-anticipated new album, "PAPER TRAIL." The multiple Grammy Award-winning superstar will release the follow-up to 2007's RIAA platinum-certified "T.I. vs T.I.P." on September 9th.

"I just want everyone to know that it's coming out and that I'm going to answer a lot of questions in the music," the ATL-based rapper says of "PAPER TRAIL." "It's intense and insightful; it's gonna shake up the game and it's me at my best."

"PAPER TRAIL" has been heralded by the street track, "No Matter What," on which T.I. directly addresses his current life situation. The track -- produced by Danjahandz (Timbaland, 50 Cent, Mariah Carey, Danity Kane) -- has been building momentum organically, scoring major airplay at Urban and Rhythmic radio outlets nationwide. The song's companion video is now in "Medium" rotation at BET and in "Heavy" rotation on the network's "Rap City." At MTV, "No Matter What" is in rotation across the spectrum, including MTV, MTV2, mtvU, MTV Hits, and MTV Jams (where it was recently "Jam of the Week").

The album's first official single, "Whatever You Like," has just hit radio outlets nationwide. The song was produced by Jim Jonsin, whose many credits include Lil Wayne's current #1 smash, "Lollipop." In addition, "Swing Your Rag," a brand-new Swizz Beatz-produced track from "PAPER TRAIL," has just been added to the player on T.I.'s MySpace page, located at www.trapmuzik.com.

"PAPER TRAIL" is T.I. at his best -- melding emotive moments like the harrowing "My Life, Your Entertainment" with celebratory anthems such as the cocky "Turn My Beat Down." In addition to the aforementioned Danja and Swizz Beatz, the production roster includes such studio stars as DJ Toomp (Kanye West, Missy Elliot, Young Jeezy) and Drumma Boy (Paul Wall, Rick Ross, Yung Joc). The result is T.I.'s most potent and important LP to date.

The album follows T.I.'s two previous #1 blockbusters, 2007's "T.I. vs T.I.P." and 2006's RIAA platinum-certified "KING." With an unparalleled track record of hit singles -- including "Top Back," "Big Things Poppin' (Do It)," "Why You Wanna," and the Grammy Award-winning "What You Know" -- T.I. is without question one of hip-hop's greatest stars. In addition to his multiple Grammy Awards, T.I. has been the recipient of a wide variety of honors, including BET Awards, BET Hip-Hop Awards, and Billboard Music Awards.

An accomplished actor as well as a gifted rapper and live performer, T.I. has played acclaimed roles in the major motion pictures "ATL" and "American Gangster." He will be starring in the upcoming Screen Gems film entitled "Bone Deep." He will also make a cameo appearance on the new season of HBO's "Entourage."

Earlier this year, Tip found success in cyberspace, launching a social networking website called www.streetcred.com. Added to these endeavors is his much-anticipated clothing line Akoo, which will be in stores this fall.

In 2009, T.I. will be tackling television with an inspirational reality show airing on MTV. The yet-to-be-titled series will center on the rapper's life on probation in the year leading up to his impending year-long jail sentence.

For up-to-the-minute news and information, please visit www.trapmuzik.com and www.myspace.com/trapmuzik.

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