PAST SPOTLIGHTS
Garvey "The Chosen One" I've been hearing a lot of talk about this guy lately so i decided to look him up on youtube. I've heard everything from he's the next rapper to make it out of D.C. to he's better then Wale! Wow is he really that good? My first time watching this video i was distracted and couldn't concentrate (not in a good way) on the lyrics due to the amount of a** all over the place. But as i listened the second time around i think his lyrics are ok and he caters more to the streets. Unlike Wale who caters to everyone and is beyond lyrically talented. Don't get me wrong i do see potential in Garvey "The Chosen One" but not as a mainstream artist. I'll let you decide! Shout Out to Bob Smoke for creating this video! :) DIGGY SIMMONS HAS A MIX-TAPE!!!! As i was doing my daily website scroll, I came across Diggy Simmons mix-tape on www.Datpiff.com. WOW is the first thing i thought to myself! Then i asked myself what does Diggy have to rap about? Im still lost! Even though im not a fan of the mix-tape i have to say its a lot better then JoJo Simmons attempt to be rapper! (Team Black-Out ) SHOULD DJ's ALWAYS STAY IN THEIR LANE? So this is something that has been on my mind for the longest! DJs' get paid to keep the party going right? That means playing the hottest music and hyping the crowd up. If your a DJ and you mix and play strictly hip hop and r&b why are you trying to mix Electra and pop music? What is up with DJs' trying to be rappers now? I respect people like DJ Khaled; he doesn't try to rap he brings the hottest rappers and singers together and he mixes and puts out some of the most dope music. I understand everyone wants to venture off into new areas of their talent, but don't do it trying to follow in the footsteps of your competition! GETTING RECORD LABELS TO SIGN YOU: Many people have dreams of making millions in the music industry but do they really have what it takes? I'm going to give you a few suggestions for getting yourself noticed by record labels and A&R reps. 1. Talent: Anyone can make a song but that doesn't mean your music sounds good. Invest in quality production and have knowledge in your music genre. 2.Appearance: Record labels look for people who not only are talented but appealing and marketable. For instance if your trying to appeal to woman you should have a certain sex appeal about you. If your trying to appeal to the streets you don't want to have a preppy look. In this industry appearance means a lot! 3. Your Package (these can be deal breakers) your package is everything and should include: -Cover Letter -Cd containing your music (nicely packaged and of high quality) -Biography(one page long with relative information) -Photo (8x10) Investing in a professional photographer is great, but if you don't have that kind of money try to find a college student majoring in photography After you have your package together start sending them out to the appropriate people. Calling the offices first is always recommended. It allows you to make sure you have the correct address and gives them a heads up that something is coming their way. A&R Reps (Artist Repertoire Rep) These are the people who sign and develop an artist career. Sending your package to them is ideal. Remember that Record labels are only worried about your music and rather or not they can sell it. have as much knowledge as you can about this industry! Its a hard game to play. begin Top Record Labels and their Market Shares UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP: 35.12 percent market share in U.S. Labels include: Geffen Records, Island Def Jam Music Group, Motown Records, Verve Music Group, Decca Music Group. Artists include: Gwen Stefani, Elton John, Jimi Hendrix, Kanye West, Shania Twain. SONY MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT INC.: 22.79 percent market share. Labels include: Arista Records, Columbia Records, Jive Records, RCA Records. Artists include: Alicia Keys, Usher, Chris Brown, AC/DC, Leona Lewis. WARNER MUSIC GROUP CORP.: 21.12 percent market share. Labels include: Atlantic Records, Warner Bros. Records. Artists include Madonna, R.E.M., Green Day, Eric Clapton. EMI GROUP PLC: 8.35 percent market share. Labels include: Capitol Records, Virgin, Blue Note. Artists include: Coldplay, Katy Perry, The Rolling Stones, Lenny Kravitz. ASK YOURSELF THIS QUESTION: WHERE THEY DO THAT AT? MUSIC VIDEO PERFORMED BY DJ QUICKSILVA "WHERE THEY DO THAT AT" DIRECTED BY GEARIE "THE GRENCH" BOWMAN SHOUT OUT TO DJ QUICKSILVA & UNRULY RECORDS! THIS VIDEO IS DOPE! DTLR Presents The Clipse "BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND" Retail Tour Monday DEC 7th 2009, Sony recording artist the Clipse teamed up with DTLR to bring the "WHO'S WHO" of Norfolk VA the hottest listening/album release party. Movers and shakers of the music industry gathered at DTLR in Southern Shopping center for this exclusive event. DTLR really pulled out all the stops on this one. As you entered the store you couldn't help but feel important as you walked down the red carpet, camera men snapping pictures, and the loud sounds of "TIL THE CASKET DROPS" filled the air! Over 350 people were in attendance, all gathered around to preview "TIL THE CASKET DROPS" just hours before it's release. This was definitely a night to remember! Pictures from this event can be found here: VAexposed.com Special thanks to Sony Music ENT , Red Bull and UV liquors for sponsoring the event!
