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Intro: Why? by Rain the Fashionista
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Track 2: Labels by Nov Ganon
Born Kevin Campbell, of Bed-Stuy Brooklyn, New York, creatively established the name Nov Ganon around 1999. While playing basketball most of his friends used to call him (Nov), because of the interest in astrology, he later added (Ganon) because of his monstrous character he has as he delivers every rhyme. Together it is Nov Ganon. When he delivers his lyrics, he wants all age groups of people to be able to relate to them in some way. He does not consider himself to be much of a punch line rapper, however he is definitely not you typical rapper. “I say what I feel, and feel what I say!” Although he is up and coming, he will be the future of Hip Hop and he states: “I don’t want to bring Hip Hop back, I want to move it forward!”Twitter: @novganon
www.myspace.com/novganon
Track 3: Can we be by Mizz Morgan
Mizz Morgan is a multi-talented New York artist, with whose decision to fuse her two passions, song and dance, has made her a natural born performer. Mizz Morgan has created a sound all her own, incorporating the smooth nature of R & B, the energetic tones of pop music, and the raw sound of hip-hop. Her presence is one that is undeniable; and coupled with her amazing writing ability and dance background, she is ready to make her mark in the music industry. Her music is a reflection of her life - she has stayed true to herself, despite the bumps in the road, and her music tells her story.Twitter: @mizz_morgan
www.mizzmorgan.com
Track 4: Float on by Razah
Born in Jamaican but raised in Brooklyn, R&B singer Razah grew up surrounded by crime, violence, and drugs. With a strong-willed mother, Razah survived the tough environment without ever falling prey to the street life. He took music seriously while in school and hung out at the famous Don One studio in Brooklyn after class. Seeing everyone from Wayne Wonder to Shabba Ranks come to the studio strengthened Razah's reggae roots and whetted his appetite for stardom. Years of sending out demos led to a meeting with the production team ManHood and a single, "Feel So Good." The sweet, breezy, and independently released single sparked awar with major labels fighting to sign the smooth singer. A track dedicated to his mother, "Feel So Good," became a regular spin on R&B radio in late 2004. With reggae, R&B, and hip-hop all in the mix, the singer's debut album, Breath of Fresh Air, was released in early 2005. Around that same time, singer Rihanna heard his song "Where Do We Go from Here" on New York's Hot 97 and asked to add her own verse to the remix. It was through this that Razah met Jay-Z, who soon signed him to Def Jam. Razah's first album for the label, titled Razah, then came out in the spring of 2008. If you loved his first two single I can't help but wait to hear whats coming next.Twitter: @iamrazah
www.myspace.com/razah
Track 5: American French Kiss by Mo-Barz
Most artists plan to make their BIG move in the new year but this isn't the case with Mo-Barz he preps the year before. Hailing from Harlem, NY he can be seen at every event with A-Listers on his side rapping about the ladies and the lifestyle he lives. You can't help but love this gentle giant because of his size and nod your head with his catchy lyrics and beats. As he gears up to release his long awaited album "The Greathouse" in 2010. Seriously clean your ears for this lyricist because he might say something that your girl will love and her man might hate.Twitter: @mobarz
www.myspace.com/mobars
Track 6: Detox by Jayms Madison
You’re about to hear the best story never told. About a girl with the everything you just can’t escape. With an unquestionable talent and an unmistakable allure, this engaging 19-year-old songstress is the melodic dream you have long been yearning for. In the current luke warm climate of the music industry where quarterly totals trump talent, Ms. Madison thankfully offers up an authenticity sure to not only spark your interest but capture your heart and have you begging for more. Good luck finding any carbon copies or followed footsteps here, this urban pop princess is confidently anticipating that you’ll absolutely enjoy her very ‘special delivery’. Undeniably and indescribably, there’s just simply, something about a girl named Jayms…Twitter: @jaymsmadison
www.myspace.com/jaymsmadison
Track 7: Mr. Maybe by Krys Ivory
Singer. Songwriter. Cancer Survivor (8 months and going strong). Ryan Leslie's newly signed Next Selection Ent. artist Krys Ivory, sings to her hearts consent! R&B, Pop, soul, and gospel. With her background firmly in the chuch where her father being a pastor and her mom a missionary. Her first audience was the homeless singing for her dad's homeless ministry on Sunset in Hollywood, CA. From singing in the church to singing R&B she has been truely blessed with her debut track that is heard every where "Be next to Ya" she is destined for greatness. She currently has a mixtape out entitled "Reflections" the mixtape. Stay tuned to this songstress as she takes over one day at a time.Twitter: @krysivory
www.myspace.com/krysivory
Track 8: Werk by Cherie Lily
CHERIE LILY is a performer, musician, and celebrity fitness innovator, living and working in New York City since 2002. Focused on combining up lifting dance music with fitness lifestyle and culture, Cherie's music and personality has quickly made a mark on the downtown NYC music scene, as well as at New York's top health clubs. Cherie is the creator and producer of HOUSEROBICS, an exciting,high-energy, one-of-a-kind solo dance project blending house, fitness culture, and inspirational lyrics. Cherie Lily's debut single, "WERK", has been getting spins by some of NYC's hottest DJs, like ROXY COTTONTAIL, DJ NITA AVIANCE & RYAN McKNIGHT. Trust me when Cherie Lily hits the stage you can't help but Werk it out and break a sweat!
Twitter: @cherielily
www.myspace.com/cherielily
Track 9: Everything by Cocoa Sarai
What keeps music fresh is its way of reinventing itself and Cocoa Sarai seems to have found a beautiful balance between the past and the present. Her soulful delivery over today's club driven style of production has given her a unique sound being referred to as "Pop-soul." With influences such as Prince, Billie Holliday & Mary J. Blidge she colors outside the lines and pushes the envelope of creativity. Undeniably talented, she will forever change the way music is perceived. Hailing from the Bedford Stuyvesant section of Brooklyn, New York, Cocoa Sarai draws inspiration from a poignant past but infuses it with her current successes and a wild imagination of a future she continues to bring into existence. Cocoa Sarai is definitely an artist of a new breed. Her Pop-soul sound is a fierce combination of past, present, and future. Cocoa Sarai is a rare gem and there is no doubt that she will dominate the charts with her irresistible ear candy. Her new mixtape 1/2 past 7 is available for download now.Twitter: @cocoasarai
www.myspace.com/cocoasarai
Track 10: WTF by Tayisha Busay
Tayisha Busay is the best electronic dance band you can possibly experience. They are often found rolling around in piles of glitter, cuddling their keyboards and grinding up on their synthesizers while beaming out ridiculous lyrics. All concert go-ers and listeners are highly encouraged to join in on their lust for life attitude and move their bodies as liberally as possible.Twitter: @tayishabusay
www.myspace.com/Tayisha Busay
Track 11: I think you should know by Yung Juggz of Rockstar Society
Its been a long time since a young artist stepped onto the scene with his own style and flavor, one that is not generic and pushes the threshold of quality and performance to a new level. Hailing from Far Rockaway, New York, Yung Juggz is not your everyday carbon copied artist trying to get a come-up off a gimmick. His melodic style coupled with lyricism in its truest form speaks for itself. Be it Reggae, Hip Hop, R&B or otherwise, Yung Juggz can create it with unparalleled skill. Juggz's quest for stardom began at a young age. He got his first major shot when he opened for 8Ball, MJG and J-Kwon on the Get Crunk Tour. He then went on through out his musical career taking over the internet boom.Yung Juggz has gained the interest of international fans, as he catapulted up the urban charts in London, Germany and Jamaica. In the summer of '08, he embarked on his long awaited, club tour, which kicked off in Germany before heading over to Greece. To date, Yung Juggz has co-written songs with/for many artists such as Chris Brown, Shaggy, Elephant Man, and more. Juggz is surrounded by music professionals from every genre of music and all have cast their votes and made their predictions the --this kid is the next big thing!Twitter: @yungjuggz
WWW.RSNYMUSIC.COM
Track 12: Later on by ALSO MC
ALSO MC raised out of Brownville, Brooklyn starting writing music at a very young even though his dream wasn't to be a rapper. Originally he wanted to be a basketball player, looking on as the other students would battle in the hallway, he would say to himself that would never be me. Years later with several singles and mixtapes out which has recieved ear play in the tri-state area, Atlanta and D.C. AlSO is on a mission to be heard and have his music speak for itself. With good exposure he hopes to change the game of Hip Hop lyrically."There's no fake story behind my music, it's very simple, I'm not staving to get put on, I'm starving to get a Chance"- ALSO MC
Twitter: @alsomc
www.myspace.com/alsomc
Track 13: Love is Crazy by Mello Soul
Brooklyn born,Brownsville bred, Mello Soul is in key like Stevie, a super star like Luther, smooth as Barry, with a glimpse of Marvin. He is a man who like the men previously mentioned will soon be a classic. Born first of five only to raise those underneath him, he quickly became a survivor. In his own words"Everyday is a hustle,and unless you lived it you wouldn't really understand what hunger is". Having to quickly adapt to street life, Mello learned, struggled and gained soul. Feeling himself that soul comes from pain and overwhelming emotions, he would take all that was stacked againist him and use that energy to push forward.Taught how to vocalize through the church choir and an Uncle who describe Mello as the definition of true talent. Now years older and chapters passed, Mello brings you the heart and soul of a true artist.Twitter: @mellosoul
www.myspace.com/mellosoulonline
Track 14: Bashment Girl by BRNGTN
Hailing, from Brownsville, Brooklyn, looming with extraordinary potential is BRNGTN (Barrington), dubbed the “Easy Rocking Weirdo.” Barry (which most of his friends call him) possesses such a passion and enthusiasm for the musical art form that to even deny him would be utterly restricting to his right of passage. Rhyming words coupled with the slickest of metaphors can be any young kid’s meal ticket out of the harsh reality of the ghetto, but for this Brooklyn born MC it’s a skill so very well honed it became second nature. Armed with his Freshman EP currently on the market entitled “Hopkinson Ave”, BRNGTN has worked & collaborated with talented artists alike such as CX Kidtronik, 77 Klash, Jah Dan Blakkamore, Instinct from De Tropix as well as High Priest from the group well known as Anti Pop Consortium. Refusing to be boxed in like so many others before him, BRNGTN’s musical influences ranges anywhere from classic rocksteady reggae to experimental rock on up to modern day hip hop. The song “CALLING” received instant popularity and acceptance amongst the genre’s wide audience seeing that it not only made its debut, it was also featured numerous times on Jamaica’s Top Ten Billboard.The artist, BRNGTN whom has been working on building a dream that is slowly becoming his very own reality, has also had quite the privilege of gracing the stages of various performance venues in and around the New York City area. It’s clearly evident BRNGTN lives and breathes a kaleidoscope of performing and recording experience. Open and like minded music lovers need only apply. Rudebwoy vibes with a b-boy sensibility is the best way to describe Barry's unique musical style.www.myspace.com/barringtonmusic
Track 15: Dream On by Eric Sosa
His music speaks for itself and to the masses. As a result of an insatiable dedication to self-reinvention and learning the ins and-outs of the entertainment industry, the young Queens MC has virtually mastered the art of rhetoric, and epitomizes lyrical confidence and skill. Never fearful of trying something new, Eric Sosa has created a name for himself during an era where Hip Hop has become overly-commercialized. He has blessed the stages of New York City venues such as, Santos Party House, Bowery Poetry Club, The Delancey, Public Assembly, Europa, TNY, Tropicana, Mi Gentes & Nuves, and has been privileged to open for comedians affiliated with HBO, BET & Showtime. As Sosa himself said, he's "just a Spanish rapper from Queens that's trying to escape reality, but trapped in a dream." That very dream that encompasses him is well underway to becoming a reality. What listeners truly have on their hands is a legend in the making.Twitter: @ericsosa
www.ericsosa.com
Track 16: We need Counseling by Latasha A.
Lover. Fashionista. Realist. Poet. Comedian. Friend. are some of the words to describe Latasha A. This multi-ethnic love child with experience in the fashion and entertainment industry has alot on her mind and isn't afraid who is around when expressing it. Latasha is a senior at Wesleyan University performing her spoken word all over New York City with topics about Hip Hop and their current relationship issues. Latasha is also a blogger as she recently launched her own site and is independently working on a screenplay. She will be headlining the Memoirs of Hip Hop coming this august in NYC. Let everyone that can hear take heed to what this women is saying you might actually like it.Twitter: @LA_NO90210
www.lifeaddickt.blogspot.com
Track 17: Hello Goodmorning by Wordspit
If you’ve heard him, you’ve felt him! WordSpit was born and bred in East New York, Brooklyn to a young mother and a hustling musician for a father. With humble beginnings as his inspiration, WordSpit realized his gift for lyrics in the third grade and has been honing his craft ever since. Having been dubbed “WordSpit” by his brother, he set out to insure that the verses that flew from his lips were nothing short of potent. Having gotten his start in the open mic circuit, then making his way to solo shows in early 2009, he has continued moving forward and has been featured on XXLonline, TheSource.com,Vibe.com, AllHipHop.com, HipHopDX, Yo! Raps, Capcom-Unity.com, and a host of hip-hop and lifestyle blogs. WordSpit has also been featured in New York's Daily News, Bleu Magazine, is listed as one of URB.com’s Next 1000 and The L Magazine's "25 under 25: Young New Yorkers Who Are Better Than You". With the help of Youtube & other social networks, he has been able catch the eyes and ears of broad scope of hip-hop lovers. Most recently, through a collaboration Dollar Van Demos, WordSpit’s delivery and personality can be recognized nationwide in a television and radio campaign for McDonalds one of the world’s largest chains of fast-food restaurants. With the release of his mixtape in August 2009, The Coolest BBoi Stance, WordSpit delivers a soundtrack for the lives on his listeners. From Hello Good Morning to Joystick Madness to Poet's Haiku, Spit speaks boldly about each element life, never afraid to show emotion. If lyricism, stage presence, and innovation are key elements to being a great rapper, WordSpit is poised to go down as one of the greats.Twitter: @wordspit
www.wordspitwashere.com
Track 18: Velvet Rope by Slim Dollars
Slim Dollars, SD, or you can just simply call him Slim. He is artist and songwriter from the town they call Harlem, New York. Slim got into the music industry a few years back after he was discovered by Russell Simmons business Associate Kenny Lee. It was under Lee ( an industry veteran and mentor) he was shown the ropes of how that music industry actually works and was put to work. His musical buzz began to increase as a song titled "Get It" hit the airwaves thanks to legendary DJ Carl Blaze (RIP) of Power 105.1. Soon after that more opportunities came and he began to work on his own project but as the music industry goes Russell Simmons Music Group went through a rough patch and Slim became a free agent.So here is the problem in Harlem as he takes his music to the next level. " I got songs for days, verses and hit records for the low, and a couple singles killing the city right now. so holla. " - SlimTwitter: @slimdollars
www.myspace.com/slimdollars
Track 19: Stress by Hi-Jynx
Hi-Jynx is a New York born, Southside Jamaica Queens musical evolutionist. He began writing original music at the early age of 11 and would continue to grow as a well rounded versatile emcee on records delivering a multitude of flow patterns backed by potent messages embedded in the words he would choose. In every aspect of the word "change" he embodies the movement of progressive music in the Hip-Hop genre. His live show flourishes by adapting to different sounds and shining bright amidst the most prolific artists and acts around the city of New York. With thoughts influenced by a variety of social and economical circumstances he's able to provide listeners with substantial material that upon several or more listens, changes the way that they view his work as well as the world in which they are living.Twitter: @jynxurself
www.jynxurself.com
Track 20: Crossroads by Shyvonne S
New York City is changing, Uptown singer/songwriter Shyvonne is the pioneer of a bourgeoning movement of dreamers defying the rusting rules and standards of an ailing record business. Her music is just as diverse as her vast reservoir of influences, extracting from a potent mesh of gengres to establish a sound all her own. Rock & Soulelectro. Experimentation and discovery. The next big thing. From the campus of Howard to the offices of Bad Boy and Def Jam, Shyvonne has definitely put in the work to succeed on the business side of the music industry. Before she took her dreams finally in her own hands and decided to take her musicfull time singing at every venue you can possibly thing of. Her yet-to-be titled debut (an EP, to be released in 2010) will guarantee a vast sounding body of work from the dance floor jolt of "Dam", to the lover's rock on the cool and Breezy "Second chances"an ambitious feature that gels very well with the fresh and expansive aesthetic of today's ipod culture of mainstream music. She's up next. She's bold and fearless. And she has something relevant to say. Please pay attention.
Twitter: @shyvonne
www.myspace.com/shyvonnesmusic
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