Kanye West Ft. Jay-Z, Nicki Minaj and Bon Iver: Monster: Official video

This is the type of Shyt I love to watch. Interview with the Vampire is my favorite movie of all times! Peep all the imagery.

Who is This???

Raz B is the sweetest and Frutiest person in the entire industry! Not only has he been molested by various people (And loved it), he continues to run his mouth and try to stay in the spotlight with useless banter. SMH

Marques Houston, Omorion and more are on that Gaydar list too!

Kanye West & Jay-Z Track Leaked from upcoming Collabo: That's My Bitch

This is my new anthem right here! This is going to be the most anticipated album of the century!!

Cash Money Present to T-Pain for Signing

If you have not heard yet T-Pain is the newest member of the Young Money Powerhouse roster!! Check out the welcoming gift Birdman got for T-Pain! This is insaneeeeeeeeeee

Bow Wow New Track: Young, Rich & Famous

Incase you have not heard, Bow Wow is now officially Young Money. I believe this is a great move, and you can already see the increase of skills on this track. Although Bow Wow is not only known Swagger Jack, and have people writing for him, I think he is headed for his glory years. This track is flames!

The Whiteboys are At it Again with "I Just Has Sex"

Dem Boyz Lonely Island are at it again! With this ridiculously funny, Goofy and yet extremely viral video "I Just Had Sex" Ft. Akon! It's amazing how hard it is for an independent artist to even reach Akon, but yet these guys manage to make a record with him. I wonder what the connect was? Hmmmmmmm

Aaron Jones Visits Streetz Alternative Radio

Aaron Jones is one of the hottest up & coming artists in Jersey with a crazy fan-base that follows him at every show. His mixtape America Legend has been getting maximum downloads, and his viral music video game is insane. This is the definition of how and independent artist should move. Check out part 1 of 4 installments of his interview on Streetz Alternative Radio.

Rick Ross New Mixtape "Ashes to Ashes" 12-24-2010

1. Intro (Cashous Clay)

2. Made Men Ft Drake (2 Tall Beats)

3. 9 piece Ft TI (Lex Luger)

4. John Doe (Beat Billionaire)

5. Black Man’s Dream Ft Luda (Boy 1da)

6. Retrosuperfuture Ft Wiz Khalifa (Young Fyre)

7. Play Your Part Ft Wale, Meek Mill & Chester French (Inkredibles)

8. Ashes to Ashes Ft Kc (Nasty Beat Makers)

9. Even Deeper Ft Barry White (Cashouse Clay)

10. She Crazy Ft Aaliyah & Ne-Yo (Clinton Sparks)

11. 10 Bricks Ft Birdman (A One)

12. Aston Martin Music RMX Ft TI & Big Sean (Justice League)

13. Bonus – Another One – Bugatti Boyz (Lodi Lucci)

Lil Kim Speakins on Diddy, Nicki and more..

First Nicki, now Lil’Kim makes her long awaited appearance on Hot 97’s The Angie Martinez Show. Earlier this afternoon, the two spoke on everything from Diddy to Faith Evans, Female Rappers and of course Nicki Minaj. In the video, above Kim speaks on the Young Money rapper going solo and playing the innocent role in their beef.


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Nicki Minaj Nude Pics

Is this Nicki Minaj? Look just like her!

50 Cent Facing Copyright Infringement Suit

Shout out to brand new Industry's Alternative Client Caliber! You may be familiar with his recent case against 50 cent! He actually owned the "I Get Money" beat first and has the correct paperwork behind it. He now went public with it, and is everywhere on all publications.... Check it out!

via xxlmag.com

50 Cent is facing a copyright infringement lawsuit for his 2007 single, “I Get Money.”

In the suit, an Atlanta rapper named Tyrone “Young Caliber” Simmons, claims that he purchased the ” I Get Money” instrumental from producer Apex first and has exclusive rights to the beat.

In addition to Fif, he is seeking damages from Universal Music Group, Interscope Records, Aftermath Records, G-Unit Records, and Shady Records.

G-Dep Snitches on Himself

When I read about this I was appalled! He must have had some evils haunting him! This is probably why Diddy stopped fucking with him.

G-Dep is currently being held by authorities after shockingly admitting to a murder that happened 17 years ago.

According to the New York Post, on Wednesday (December 15), the former Bad Boy rapper walked into a police precinct in Manhattan and confessed to killing John Henkel on October 19,1993, during a botched robbery attempt outside of a Harlem project building. Detailing the incident, Dep, who was 18 at the time, admitted to tossing his .40 caliber gun in the East River after using it on his victim. Cops checked his story with their file on the unsolved case and it apparently matched up.

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Best of New York Vs Best of NJ part Deux

On Jan. 12th The Industry's Alternative & Bass Entertainment is back with the 2nd installment of "The Best of New York Vs The Best of New Jersey". Last year we had 4 NY artists and 4 NJ artists who rocked out at Don Hills in New York City. This year we will have 8 artists from NY and 8 Artists from NJ rockin out at "The Cavalier Ballroom" in Roselle, NJ. The buzz for Last year's event was so big, we decided to make this an annual event moving forward!

Judges Announced

Yess we are working hard to bring you the hottest and most influential judges for the Best of New York Vs Best of NY part 2 taking place on Jan 12th!!!! All NJ spots are currently filled, and we still have some slots left for NYC artists to jump on!

Check it outttttt

-DJ Naim: Big Dogg Pitbull who currently has New Jersey on Smash. You can catch Flex & Mr. Cee shouting him out on a regular basis.

-Eric Clark: Producer for Direct Effect on MTV with Funk Flex, Rap City the Basement, and now produces one of the only Hip Hop Shows on Fuse Networks.

-J Hatch: CEO of Get Your Buzz up Showcase and istandardproducer.com. Hatch is one of the most influential showcase organizers and trendsetters in the independent community, and has a site dedicated for producer placement.

-Karim Rasul
President & Ceo
Lo-Key Entertainment Group & Youparty365 Multi-media
Managed artists like Noctornal, Half A Mill, Rowdy Raz etc.

-Prez Beatz: Produced tracks for The Game, Nipsey Hussle, DMX, Freeway, Lil Kim, Ras Kass etc

Lil Wonda: Signed to Refugee Camp produced huge records for Wyclef, T.I. Mary J Blige etc. runs Airplay Ent.

Ebonicks: Produced for Dipset, Trey Songz, with a platinum plaque with Juelz.

Music Mystro: Produced for LL. Cool J, LOX, Camron, Mary J, Nicki Minaj and more


ATTENTION ARTISTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

**If you would like to compete and represent for your state, make sure you email below with your link, the state you're reppin, and your phone number. We are only selecting 8 from each state..
apex@industrysalternative or moniquebass1973@hotmail.com**

Or just call me direct 973-954-7842
Judges will be announced shortly so stay tuned or keep checking www.apex1da.blogspot for the announcement!

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REMEMBER WE ARE ONLY SELECTING 8 ARTISTS FROM JERSEY AND 8 ARTISTS FROM NEW YORK! PRIZE PACKAGE IS WORTH MORE THAN $2000. TBA

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Karen Civil & A. Lewins Interviewed Live on Streetz Alternative Radio

Streetz Alternative has become the most popular independent radio show in New Jersey. Airing every Sunday from 10-12am on www.streetz106.com owned by DJ Antoine Qua and Race Ent. The hosts are Baby Boy Has, M. Bass and Apex "The Ringtone Guru" with DJ Music Mystro. Check them out!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFFpKloY59M&feature=player_embedded

Streetz Alternative also known as "The Urban Howard Stern Show" interviews Top notch ...Music Artists, Models, Trendsetters, Comedians, Actors, and Top tastemakers in the entertainment field.

On December 26th we have 2 powerhouse geniuses in their own craft, in the studio for a 1 on 1 interview.

-Karen Civil- KarenCivil.com is a site dedicated to the readers every need as it offers an industry insider look into hip hop. Unlike many other hip hop sites and publications, one of KC’s goals is to introduce the world to those up and coming in the industry. With rising stars such as Drake, Nipsey Hussle, and J.Cole, who were first featured on KarenCivil.com, the site has helped to usher in a new generation of lyrical phenomenons.

With the mantra, Entertainment the Civilized Way, KarenCivil.comm offers exclusive interviews with some of the most stylish, trendsetters, rappers, artist and entrepreneurs in the industry. With civilized talk the fans are given the opportunity to delve into the lives and artistic brains of their favorite hip hop heavy weights. Its backstage passes to some of NYC’s best concerts, parties, and elite events, KarenCivil.com leaves out no star studded event. While admiration and dedication from its readers are a blessing, it is also astoundingly clear that its competitors recognize its ability to offer musical insight where many others have failed. Karencivil.com has been sourced on sites such as XXL, Rap Radar, Sohh.com and many more. www.karencivil.com

A. Lewins- A. Lewins has become one of the most Buzzing names in Hip Hop when it comes to do with Jersey Indie Artist Scene. As an independent artists he managed to drop a project called "The Prelude" with production credits from Platinum Producers who worked on records for T.I. Rick Ross, Dipset, Kanye West , Lloyd Banks and more! With Key production behind him, great fanbase, Live band, and impeccable lyricism, A. Lewins is clearly in a league of his own.
http://mim.io/09ab6

Th 26th it's going downnnn 10-12am make sure you tune in!

Akon & MJ Duet

Here’s the official video for MJ’s “Hold My Hand” featuring Akon. The first single from his posthumous album, Michael (Dec. 14th). You can head over to MichaelJackson.com to hear snippets of the 10 previously unheard recordings on the album.

This is why Akon will always stay relevant in Music. This is a huge and very important record! Props to Akon

Big Sean And Pusha T In Virginia

G.O.O.D. Music: Pusha T Welcomes Big Sean To Virginia from Illusive Media on Vimeo.

I have to give Big Sean Props to Big Sean for saying some real shyt in this clip!

Over the weekend, Big Sean and Pusha T made a visit to the Clipse’s frontman hometown of Norfolk, Virginia for an in-store signing at Commonwealth. Following the meet and greet with fans, the two G.O.O.D. Music labelmates headed over to the studio with producer Lex Luger (whose from Suffolk, VA) to work on new upcoming music.

Big ups to

Jay-Z Sits down With Charlie Rose

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Another splendid interview! This is just confirmation that Jay-Z is the most successful rapper!

Above, you can view the sit-down interview that happened last month at the Brooklyn Museum between Charlie Rose & Jay-Z. In front of a live audience, the two talk in-depth about Mr. Carter’s new book, Decoded.

Jungle Music

Check out the Video Chicks in this one.... Damn they are special!

Fab talks to Students about Social Networking

On Tuesday, the students at I.S. 192 in Queens, NY got a visit from Fabolous for the New York After-School All-Stars (ASASNY) program. Loso spoke to the students on proper internet usage on social networking sites like Facebook & Myspace.

Big ups to Fab for this one! Also check out that new Bill Gates Freestyle! It's fireeeeeeee

Clip of Nitty Scott MC Performance in BK

Sooo ummmm. I read about this chick from various sites, so I decided to listen to this clip. So far my radar isn't going off yet, but I do admit she was going in. What do you think?

She seems cute though right?

Nicki Minaj Celebrates Her Bornday

Last night at Tao nightclub in Vegas, Nicki celebrated turning a year older with her Young Money brethren and celebrity friends. Weezy, Cassie, Amber Rose, and the rest of the crew were on hand to watch the Barbie blow out the candles on her 26th b-day cake. Check out a few more flicks after the jump. Big ups to missinfo.tv

More pics here

Miley Cyrus Gets High Too

It's about time this byatch gets caught out there doing something suspect! The video shows her taking some power hits from a BONG and then acting extremely silly and might I say, like a fool. TMZ.com did some dirty work on this one!

From missinfo.tv
TMZ did some dirty work and unleashed a camera phone video of the young singer smoking an unkown substance out of a bong (water pipe). The source of the video claims the substance is a legal herb called salvia and the video was stolen from a friend of Miley’s, just days after she turned 18.

I have tried that legal Marijuana before and I to be honest although it gets you light-headed, there is nothing like the real deal :).

Willow Smith: "I Hardly Ever go to School, and No Time for a Tutor"

I read about this on Mediatakeout.com and I must admit, I was pretty disappointed. I don't care how much of a star you, school is still fundamental, especially for a 10 year old. Even though she is going to be super rich with or without school, I still say its necessary, especially for her writing skills.

Here is an exact quote taken from an interview that was done for a British Newspaper.


Willow responded by saying this:

”I never really get to go to school because I am always on tour, or with my father. There is a tutor most of the time, but usually I am working so I never get to do the lessons.

The worst thing about maths is all the kids are ahead of me because they go to school.”

Asher Roth's & Nottz Free EP Coming Dec 27th

XXL Freshman alumni, Asher Roth, and producer/rapper Nottz Raw have teamed up to release their free Rawth EP on Monday, December 27.

The two met while Roth was finishing his debut album Asleep In The Bread Aisle and began to devolve a working relationship, which lead to the project. With beats by Nottz and verses from both MCs, the Rawth will be available for download just after Christmas.

In the meantime, check out “Break Bread”, a track off the upcoming EP. ¬–Nicole LoPresti

Dr. Dre is 45 but Physically 31?

I know you enjoyed our previous post of the Kush video which is a smash hit and one of my personal favorites right now! One huge thing about the music industry is that you must stay in shape! Seems like the homie Dre has this science down packed. XXL caught up with Dre for an interview and this is what he said...

I feel like, now I feel much better—and actually look better, to me—than I did when I was in my early 20s or 30s. I’m definitely healthier now. That has a big part to do with it, just staying healthy. It definitely keeps your confidence up. I’ve actually had tests on my body, and the doctor said I’m 31. [Laughs] So I’m riding with that shit. [Laughs]”

For more from Dre be sure to pick up XXL’s Dec/Jan 2011 issue hitting newstands nationwide on Tuesday, December 14. —XXL Staff

Big ups to www.xxlmag.com

Real Video Premier: "Kush" Dr. Dre ft Snoop & Akon

Of course Dr. Dre is back again with another classic video. Everything about this is special!!! These chicks also look like they were scooped right from Miami!

TIP on VH1 Storytellers

VH1 TV Shows | Music Videos | Celebrity Photos | News & Gossip

I've always liked this show. They did this for Kanye, Mary J, 50, Snoop, and now it's TI's turn to do some Story-Telling.

Video Premier: "Kush" Dr. Dre ft Snoop & Akon

It's about time the Detox is right back on schedule! This track is undeniably a banger! and I salute Dre since he only puts out tracks that he feels are 100 percent bangers. No meritocracy in Aftermath! Niceeeeeeeee

Billboard's New Social Media Chart

With the popularity of YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, MySpace and iLike.com, it was only a matter of time before someone would use the social media sites to rank an artist’s importance. Billboard did just that, recently releasing their inaugural Social 50 Chart, which lists the most active artists online.

Rihanna and Justin Bieber topped this first chart at No. 1 and No. 2, while Eminem—who just nabbed 10 Grammy nominations—picked up the No. 3 spot. Other hip-hop artists to appear in the top 10 include Young Money Princess Nicki Minaj at No. 5, Lil Wayne at No. 8 and Kanye West at No. 9.

“We continue to adapt the way we chart the changing landscape of music,” Billboard’s editorial director Bill Werde explained in a statement. “The Social 50 is yet another step in the evolution of Billboard and an important response to our changing times.”

The new chart uses information garnered from Next Big Sound, a social music tracking service that takes into account an artists friends, fans and followers on all the leading social networking sites, according to Yahoo News.

“The volume of online activity that top artists now receive is too big to ignore,” Next Big Sound CEO, Alex White said. “We are thrilled that social music activity now receives the same emphasis as the music charts for which Billboard is synonymous.”

Billboard will release The Social 50 Chart on a weekly basis from now on. —Elan Mancini

What A Shock: Ghostface Album is Pushed Back

I have always been a Ghostface fan, but his last 3 albums have done nothing for me. I'm hoping he does his thing this time around.

via www.xxlmag.com

Ghostface Killah’s new album, Apollo Kids, will be released one week later than expected.

Originally slated to drop on the same day as fellow Def Jam signee Sheek Louch’s Donnie G: Don Gorilla, December 17, the Wu-Tang rapper’s ninth disc will now be hitting shelves on December 21.

The LP has also changed up its tracklisting. The song Rockbox has been replaced by the Pete Rock produced cut “How You Like Me Baby.”

For the full tracklist and producers credits see below. —Elan Mancini

1. “Purified Thoughts” featuring GZA & Killah Priest, produced by Frank Dukes.
2. “Superstar” featuring Busta Rhymes, produced by Shroom.
3. “Black Tequila” featuring Cappadonna & Trife, produced by Frank Dukes.
4. “Drama” featuring Joell Ortiz & The Game, produced by Sean C and LV for Grind Music.
5. “2getha Baby” produced by Yakub for Yakubeats.
6. “Starkology” produced by Scram Jones for Beast Music Inc.
7. “In Tha Park” featuring Black Thought, produced by Frank Dukes.
8. “How You Like Me Baby” produced by Pete Rock for Soul Brother #1 Productions.
9. “Handcuffin’ Them Hoes” featuring Jim Jones, produced by Chino Maurice.
10. “Street Bullies” featuring Sheek Louch, Wiggs & Sun God, produced by Big Mizza.
11. “Ghetto” featuring Raekwon, Cappadonna & U-God, produced by Anthony Acid for Reddline Productions, LLC.
12. “Troublemakers” featuring Raekwon, Method Man & Redman, produced by Jake One for White Van Music, LLC.

Happy Born Day to Jigga Man

Happy Born Day to the Greatest MC alive!

Say Somethin!

Birdman Speaks on Lil Kim and Minaj Beef

Huge Shout out to XXLmag.com for this one.

I've always been a Birdman Fan, he always speaks some real sh*t.

According to Baby, neither him nor his label ever wanted to get involved in beef, but in this case he has to roll with the punches. “Well, you know with Nick we’re just doin’ music, I don’t care to get caught up in that and I don’t care to make money off of that,” he said. “We never fucked with that. It is what it is. That’s not our thing, but it is what it is so we gotta let it be what it be.”

Speaking on Kim’s initial problem with Nicki failing to give her respect publicly for paving the way for female rappers, Birdman said he disagrees. “Nicki is grown, Nicki does her own thing, I don’t think she has to— nobody has to salute or be saluted, we in this hustlin’,” he said. “The hustle gonna make you salute, just watchin’ a nigga grind and see how he shine. Nicki’s with her team, we ain’t doin’ nothing expect putting out good music. So if somebody’s fuckin’ with that, to me, they’re violating. Bullshit don’t weigh nothing, the grind and the money do.

Jay-Z's 40/40 Club to be Open In Every Airport In the US

Once again Jay-z has expanded on his 40/40 franchise! This man is a genius!

His 40/40 franchise, in a partnership with Delaware North Companies, will now be popping up at airports across the United States.

Delaware North Companies, which operates dozens of national and regional brand restaurants and shops at more than 20 major U.S. airports, will be giving travelers access to Hov’s sports bars.

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Album Sales: Kanye West Damn Near Goes Gold First Week and So does Nicki

Via XXL

As expected, Kanye West has done it again. The Louis Vuitton Don’s new, critically-acclaimed album, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy debuted at the No. 1 position on the Billboard Top 200 sales charts this morning (December 1), making it his fourth No. 1 LP.

According to the Nielsen SoundScan report, released today, the Chicago rapper/producer sold about 495,800 copies of his XXL rated disc in his first week on store shelves. The numbers, though impressive, fall short of the projections, which estimated that Yeezy would sell around 525,000 to 575,000 units.

Landing one spot below ’Ye at No. 2 is Nicki Minaj with her highly anticipated debut disc, Pink Friday. Hits Daily Double were right on target with their predictions for the Young Money princess, who reached about 375,200 in sales, as forecasted last week.

Although hip-hop artists were able to score the two highest seats on this week’s charts, another rap act doesn’t show up until all the way down the scale at No. 25. Eminem slid down to that spot this week, as Recovery picked up another 48,000 units. After 23 weeks the Detroit lyricist has a total tally of 3,052,900.

Failing to best his former label boss in his debut week was Lloyd Banks.....

Ream more..

Public Assembly Rocked out With 50 Tyson: Go BK

Last night was pretty interesting. Shout out to First Look Sessions for introducing a fresh new Showcase series in NYC. I saw a lot of dope artists doing their thing. What was interesting was, that I got to see the Internet Phenom 50 Tyson doing his thing, and it seems like I wasn't the only one that was anticipating it. Although I can't say that he is a good rapper etc, but it was great to see how someone with autism can have the courage to get on stage and do his thing. It was fairly obvious that he had autism but he still manages to maintain himself and be extremely humble and I thought that was a beautiful thing. Good times last night!

Shout out to the Good Life homie Judex who joined me out on my musical industry networking grind last night.

Louis Vuitton Fall Collection: Tower Sneakers

As you know I like to get super fresh. I must say these joints are definately my steez. Haters don't get mad when you see me in them! Splashhhhh

I spotted these on

Kelly Rowland Owes IRS 98,000

Ummm not sure why the hell I just posted this, but since everyone else is posting this shyt.. what the hell!

Not only does Kelly Hoeland (Excuse the Typo) constantly play the background of Beyonce's accomplishments, she is also gettting hammered by IRS for 98,000 which I'm sure isn't too much for her. I do have to give her credit, she was the only destiny child that managed to hop off of Beyonce's glory and claim her own! Bravo Ms. Rowland, you're a champ!

Born 2 Be (Much Music Documentary)

Born To Be: Drake (MuchMusic Documentary) from Karla Moy on Vimeo.

The one they did on MTV was flamessssss! What do you think about this one?

Shout out to djnaim.com

Kanye Set to Sell 545,000 First week?

If you have not heard that new Kanye album, then you are truly missing out some something special. Kanye is by far the most artistic artist in all genres of music!

Check out what experts project on sales... via

Next weeks sales projections are in, and Kanye West is on track to top the charts once again. According to the industry insiders at hitsdailydouble.com, Mr. West’s critically-acclaimed new album, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, is estimated to sell around 525,000 to 575,000 copies in its first week on shelves, based off the one-day sales figures. If true, these numbers will surpass Yeezy’s last disc, 808s and Heartbreak—which sold about 450,100.

Nicki Minaj and Lloyd Banks are also set to impact The Billboard Top 200 next Wednesday (December 1). The Young Money Princess’s debut Pink Friday is projected to sell in the area of 375,000 to 425,000 while the G-Unit soldier’s The Hunger for More 2 is believed to move about 40,000 to 50,000 units.

Jay-Z’s The Hits Collection, Vol. 1 will also make it’s way onto to the charts with an estimated 25,000 to 30,000 in sales.

Stay tuned to XXLMag.com on Wednesday morning for the official Nielsen SoundScan numbers. —Elan Mancini

Make sure you stay tuned to The Industry's Alternative Blog to see how right these pricks are!

Nelly Remains in Top 10 First Week: Eminem Goes Triple Platinum

VIA

Hip-hop’s biggest artists slid down the Billboard Top 200 charts this week, as several new mainstream releases bombarded the shelves last week by such artists as Jackie Evancho, Rihanna, Kid Rock, the Rascal Flatts and Keith Urban, but Nelly still managed to land in the Top 10.

Outselling his projections, Nelly’s new disc, 5.0, grabbed the No. 10 spot, after selling 63,500 units in his first week on the charts. Kid Cudi didn’t fare so well, sliding 11 positions down from to No. 21. In its second week out The Man on the Moon II: The Legend of Mr. Rager’s sales dropped 79 percent from 169,400 to 36,000. To-date Cudder has moved 205,800 units off the shelves.

Two seats down at No. 23 is Eminem’s Recovery. The Detroit lyricist added 34,200 to his total tally, which now stands at 3,004,800. Shady officially reached the triple platinum mark after 22 weeks.

Rounding out the Top 40 is Lil Wayne. I Am Not A Human Being fell from No. 10 to No. 31 this week with 28,300 in sales. In eight weeks Weezy tips the scales at 474,400 units.

Next week look for big releases from Kanye West, Nicki Minaj, Lloyd Banks and Jay-Z to impact the charts. —Elan Mancini

Reek Da Villain & Busta Rhymes: Mechanics Directed by BAM

Big shout out to my comrade Aristotle who I saw come a long way from what he is doing now. He directed this Video and is getting his credits up big time! Check out www.byanymeansonline.com

TI Covers the New Issue of Vibe

Sorry to say, but I think T.I. is one of the dumbest rappers alive! How can 1 man have so much, and do everything to fuck it up repeatedly. I also think his rapping skills are vanishing quickly. Hold your head TI!

Check out some excerpts from the article

ust a few days before T.I. had to turn himself into authorities once again, the predicate felon sat down with journalist, Erik Parker, and opened up about how someone who has been given so many chances ends up back in a prison cell. The Dec/Jan issue of VIBE hits news stands on Nov.30th.

VIBE: How did you get a drug habit?

T.I. : I had a lot of work done to my teeth. Oral surgery, extractions, six, seven, eight root canals. Between January to February. As soon as I got out, I had a lot of stuff done. In the joint, you eat shit that is unhealthy for you. I had fillings that fell out and stuff that had to get dealt with. Of course for the pain they gave me oxycontin and hydrocodone. And, mind you, on October 13, 2007, I had cut off everything―weed, alcohol. Then I get these pills and I start taking them for the pain at first. And then I’m like, Wait―this shit makes me feel good. And it’s legal. After the pain went away, I kept taking it. I had like five, six prescriptions. So I had, like 80 pills. Everybody else might have a drink or smoke a blunt, I took a pain pill. Times when I had 18-, 20-hour days, I’d take a pain pill. And eventually I developed―I guess―the beginning stages of dependence.

More here! Shout-out to missinfo.tv

Lloyd Bank's Album Release Concert

I must say, I heard the Hunger For More part 2 record, and It's definitely not fucking with part 1. not sure how I feel about the album, I'm still sitting on it. Stay tuned for my critique.

Nicki Minaj Vs. Lil Kim: Whose Diss Track is Hotter

Although Nicki's track definitely goes in, I think this track is a throw away track. I don't like Eminem's verse at all. Nicki threw some great shots at Kim, but I'm going to say this, I think Lil Kim actually has a better over-all track. Plus I think there is a certain level of respect that Lil Kim is owed. I mean Nicki Minaj is a new comer in the game, and although she is on top right now, it's always wise to respect the people who have been doing this for 10 years.

I wonder if Lil Kim wrote that though?

You tell me who you think has a better diss track! I like both artists!

Hot 97 Thanksgiving Concert

for those of you who missed this epic moment including myself

Streetz Alternative Radio @ streetz106.com EvErY SuNdAy 10 - 12am

During my college years at St. John's University, I ran my own radio show for 2 years (Junior and Senior year). I used to have a lot of fun, speaking about regular topics, and having control over what music I play on my own radio show. My show was called Gorillas in a Concrete Jungle, and got popular fast because because of my Freestyle Friday Show. I had the best dudes on campus come to the station to spit their bast freestyle, and before you know it, a lot of up and coming artists from Jamiaca, Queens decided to come through and lay down a freestyle. Unfortunately shortly after the momentum started to blast off officially, my father passed away and that devastated my mind-state.

Each and every Sunday T.I.A. and Bass ent. bring you "Streetz Alternative" from 10 - 12am! We feature great talent, interview relevant execs, models, actors and anyone relevant to the entertainment industry that is shinning.

The interview is just an example of how we get down in the radio studio. Shout out to DJ Naim and Trillogy for coming in for a fresh interview. Salute!!!

Looking to book your own interview, and promote your music/movement contact
apex@industrysalternative.com

TIA Exclusive: Redman Around The World

I'm definitely pleased to announce that the Rap Icon "REDMAN" is one of our newest clients! Look out for a sit down 1 on 1 interview with the homie Red as he breaks down what's he been up to, and why such the hiatus for the haters! The industry's Alternative is the only digital marketing company distributing his exclusive content over the web. Meaning nothing that Def Jam owns (Non licensed Def Jam Music and Videos), had to put that in there for Disclaimer sake :). Redman will be dropping a video blog series to all Redman fans. The Industry's Alternative has the first video off of "Redman Around The World". All this footage is filmed during the "Red & Mef International Tour.

Shout out to Gulla-House/Def Jam for jumping on board of The Industry's Alternative Roster! #Lezgo!

I'm Back like I Left Somethin!!! : The Prelude

Hello World!! As you probably already know, I have been on the Hiatus with this blog shit because I was a bit confused on what direction I should be going with it. First I made it all about New Music, Entertainment News, Politics, gadgets and my own personal business endeavors. Then I decided to only post relative news about my company, and all the beautiful things I have been doing in the music business. The life of an entrepreneur has it's ups and downs, and often has you contemplating your purpose and often question your destiny.

When I was away, I achieved some great landmarks like,
Speaking at some of the biggest music seminars (New Music Seminar Cleveland, Coast 2 Coast Mixtape conference, New England Music seminar, SMES 1 & 2 etc.....

Have been working with some great signed and unsigned artists while achieving productive placement on and off-line...
-Plies
-T-Boz
-Trillogy
-A. Lewins
-C-Luk
-Anthony Bless
etc..

And just recently signed Redman Gilla-House/Def Jam to my online marketing roster! The Industry's Alternative will be the only online marketing company that will be distributing Redman's exclusive content to niche online publications.

I'm in pursuit of worldwide recognition that our services are very niche and necessary for every Musician to partake in. Breaking some of the biggest records to various high traffic online music destinations.

With that said, I VOW to renter the Blog Posting game, with my thoughts on relevant topics in today's entertainment world amongst other things!!! Every post you will read from now on will be things I find entertaining whether you like it or not :). Of course I will also putting footage different things I involve myself with so you can walk with me!



Strap your seatbelts in... It's going to be 1 hell of a ride!
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Footage of Showcase on The Yacht: Presented by The Industry's Alternative, Bass Ent, and Conjure Liquor

If you missed the most historic Showcase to ever take place in NYC or the Tri-state area period, then you definitely fucked up! You can go ahead and live vicariously through this trailer of the event! Shout out to Critter Play TV who put this trailer together!!! The Industry's Alternative and Bass Entertainment are always looking to make history with this showcases. Fuck Raising the Bar, We are the BAR! Thanks to everyone that came out!

Footage of Showcase on The Yacht: Presented by The Industry

Showcase On The Yacht:: The Most Anticipated Music Event To Take Place Since the VMA's| 09-17-2010

Yup That's right, for those of you who missed the VMA's or could not get a ticket to LA to catch it, no worries, we have another smashing music industry event taking place that is highly anticipated. For the first time ever, in the history of showcases all around the country, The Industry's Alternative, Bass Ent and 1 Lyfe Entertainment brings you a Showcase on a 3 floor Yacht. 3 different parties will be going on, 1. A Fashion Show brought to you by Realistic Linx, Showcase on the 2nd Floor video taped for a Pitch to BET by Lenny Bass and Kija Brooks, and 3rd floor a straight up Party with DJ Jnyce spinning the hottest, newest and most relevant music in the country!

What's special about this, is not only the fact that this will be done on a Yacht! but the amount of distinguished music industry professionals who will be joining the judging Panel. The panel will consist of....

- Chuck "Jigsaw" Creekmur (Co-Founder of Allhiphop.com)

-Mike Trampe (HipHopDX.com)

-J Hatch (CEO of Get Your Buzz Up and Istandardproducers.com)

-Jesse CEO of Urban threshold and Founder of Underground Music Awards and A&R Power Summit

-Schott Jacobs: Former Senior VP of A&R at Loud Records

-DJ Blazita (Won Best DJ at Underground Music Awards)

-Malcolm Miles (VP Cash Money Records)

-Buda Da Future (Producer For Fred Da Godson, Camron, G-unit, Diddy and more)

-June Archer (Founder of The New England Music Seminar)

-Eric Music Mystro (Producer for LL Cool J, Clipse, Dipset, more)


Tickets are almost out make sure you get yours asap! Called 973-954-7842 to purchase yours today! It's going down in 2 days September 17

Footage of Showcase on The Hudson: Apex & MJ Birthday Experience Concert and Showcase

Although this was Apex's Birthday CEO of The Industry's Alternative and The Industry's Alternative Showcase Franchise. You can take a glimpse of what the movement is like, and the incredible venue that @industry's Alternative and @Bass Entertainment locked down to display great talent. This is one of many showcases The TIA Franchise throws. For info on how to get int call 973-954-7842. More footage to come.

Promo Trailer for "Showcase on The Hudson"

Showcase on the Hudson is Quickly becoming the premier Showcases to attend in the Tri-state area. Located in North Bergen New Jersey, the venue has a majestic feel, and is even used for weddings and huge political events. The Industry's Alternative Showcase Franchise is a movement that throws the biggest and most popular artist showcases in Jersey. If you are a hot artist and you have no rocked this venue.... then you just aren't as relevant as you think you are! For info on how to be a part of it, contact apex@industrysalternative.com

The Industry's Alternative: Showcase At The Hudson from Vladimir Jean Philippe on Vimeo.

(08-25-2010) Birthday Celebration for Apex and The King of Pop: Showcase, Concert and Party Time!!

Is this a kick ass flyer or what???? August 25th it all goes down in a major way! Join us as we celebrate one of the hardest working men in the independent music business "Apex The Ringtone Guru" and we give honor and praise to the King of Pop Himself "MJ" because his birthday is on August 25th! We will start the night off with a small concert that is made up of Apex's special invited guests, then we will proceed to have some very talented showcase artists performing and competing for a prize package that is worth more than $1200.00 in online media marketing.
Then we will blast off in the after party as the DJ spins some MJ classics mixing in the hottest songs in the country! The venue is located right next door to the Holiday Inn, so you are more than welcome to get a hotel room ahead of time, so you don't have to drive intoxicated!

Come and network with the industry, watch great performances from some of the hottest artists, and dance your azz off to MJ classics!

For registration or sponsorship inquiries call

Apex
973-954-7842s
CEO of Industry's Alternative
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twitter.com/apextia
www.industrysalternative.com

TIA & Bass Entertainment Presents: Showcase on The Yatch "Big Boy Music Edition"

As Jay-Z once said "This is Big Boy Music, This will Make You Want To Grow Up" The Industry's Alternative & Bass Entertainment join forces on what is the most anticipated showcase event to take place in the century! This historical event will take place Mid September, and will be much more than a regular showcase. The Harbor Light Yacht has a capacity of 600 people, 3 levels of pure spacious opportunity and will be cruising around the Hudson River for 3 and a half hours.

We will have 3 floors of pure entertainment in progress.
Floor 1: A fashion show, featuring some of the hottest urban fashion in New York City Brought to you by Realistic Linx.

Floor 2: A showcase/Concert that will knock you off your feet. Featuring some of the hottest and most influential artists that have touched both the "Showcase on The Hudson and "The Industry's Alternative Showcase Series". FYI (In Order to be considered in this showcase, you must perform in at least 1 of our showcases previously. We have 3 showcases before this one, so plenty of time to be included!)

Floor 3 (Deck): DJ Ran (NJ's most sought after DJ) will be spinning the best Hip Hop, R&B and Reggae).

As usual the prize package to the winner will consist of...

-Ringtone Deal on #1 Ringtone site in the country
-Feature in Streetsmos Magazine
-Email blast to over 40,000 tastemakers in the industry
-1 slot in a Coast 2 Coast mixtape hosted by a major artist
-Feature on The Industry's Alternative Blog Segment
-1 Hour free studio time
-Discount at Quad Studios
-Face to face consultation with digital music marketing company TIA

FYI New Prize packages will be added weekly, so check back in the next few weeks and you will see more prizes included!


Any Inquiries that consist of Advertising, Showcase Registrations, Judging Panel etc
Contact Apex: 973-954-7842 or Monique Bass: 646-897-6690.

The Industry's Alternative & Bass Entertainment Presents:The Industry's Alternative Showcase Series

An addition to the Industry's Alternative Showcase Franchise founded by Apex CEO of Industry's Alterntive and Monique Bass Founder of Bass Entertainment, This showcase is located in the central business area of Newark, NJ and located right across the street from the historic NJ Pac, where some of the biggest artists have rocked out. Once again this showcase is all about bringing awareness of today's digital age in the music industry, by providing strategic digital marketing tips, and awarding the winner with with a media marketing package that is worth over $1200.00

Each showcase has a different group of music industry professionals that judge and network with everyone. Some of our previous judges represented companies like...
-Universal
-Violator Management
-Atlantic
-EMI
-G-unit
-Roc Nation
-Video Directof for Fantasia etc (Lenny Bass)
-Cherry Lane Publishing
-BET
-Warner
-Producer 50 cent, Diddy, Lloyd Banks (Buda Da Future)
-Etc

Prize Package consists of... (fyi Constantly expanding)
-Ringtone Deal on #1 Ringtone site in the country
-Feature in Streetsmos Magazine
-Email blast to over 40,000 tastemakers in the industry
-1 slot in a Coast 2 Coast mixtape hosted by a major artist
-Feature on The Industry's Alternative Blog Segment
-1 Hour free studio time
-Discount at Quad Studios
-Face to face consultation with digital music marketing company TIA

Always looking for the hottest artists to include in the showcase. If you have what it takes Contact Apex: 973-954-7842 or Monique Bass: 646-897-6690.

The Industry's Alternative & Bass Entertainment Presents: Showcase On The Hudson

The people have been raving about the #1 showcase in New Jersey called "Showcase On The Hudson". Unlike most showcases "Showcase on The Hudson" is designed to bring Digital music and New Media/Music awareness to the independent music community, by awarding the winner with a prize package that would usually cost about 1200 when going through the mainstream outlets. The creators of this showcase are Apex CEO of "The Industry's Alternative (www.industrysalternative.com) and Monique Bass Founder of "Bass Entertainment".

At every showcase there is a Theme group of professionals that actually judge each performance and nominate the winner. Previous Themed judging panels we had were
-All NJ Club Djs
-A&Rs
-Management Companies
-Producers
-Video Directors
-Publishing
-Record Label Execs
-Licensing
-etc

The showcase takes place once a month at The Nile Restaurant and Club in North Bergen NJ. The prize package is constantly being added on to. Right now this is the prize package is always subject to change. Depending on which of our showcases you attend

Prize Package
-Ringtone Deal on #1 Ringtone site in the country
-Feature in Streetsmos Magazine
-Email blast to over 40,000 tastemakers in the industry
-1 slot in a Coast 2 Coast mixtape hosted by a major artist
-Feature on The Industry's Alternative Blog Segment
-1 Hour free studio time
-Discount at Quad Studios
-Face to face consultation with digital music marketing company TIA

Always looking for the hottest artists to include in the showcase. If you have what it takes Contact Apex: 973-954-7842 or Monique Bass: 646-897-6690.