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1/27/10: New Single From Menace

1/27/10: Global Day Of Laughter 4 Haiti Benefit

 Benefit Performance & Live Webcast Saturday, Jan 30th at Progress Energy Center

ATLANTA, GA, January 25, 2010—In many ways, the disaster in Haiti has unified the world towards a common humanitarian goal-it is in that same spirit of unity that Duvale Murchison, Creator of Laughalujah™; will utilize the universal language of laughter to help raise $1 million dollars for the people of Port-au-Prince during the 1^st annual Laughalujah Global Day of Laughter: Healing 4 Haiti™ “comedy-a-thon” featuring hosts Debra Terry and Terry Tuff and fellow CLEAN COMEDIANS; Rod of God, Hen Sapp, DL Henry, Coy Lasone, saxophonist Merlon Devine, gospel vocalist Vandarray and other top performers from all over the United States on Saturday, January 30, 2010 at the Progress Energy Center in Raleigh, North Carolina at 2pm.

Thanks to the bandwidth and awareness support of Streamingfaith.com [official Content Distribution Network sponsor], worldwide audiences can simultaneously share the experience of laughter and watch Laughalujah Global Day of Laughter: Healing 4 Haiti™ during its LIVE WEBCAST (in High Definition) on http://www.laughalujah.com.

“When I see the images of the people of Port-au Prince, I see ME.  I see my kids.  I see beautiful black people, in great distress and I owe it to them to use whatever God has given me to help,” said Duvale Murchison, CEO of Laughalujah Television & Film.

“I've always told my own children to be sure to leave their fingerprints on this world, in a positive light, where ever they go.  Well, Global Day of Laughter - Healing 4 Haiti is just another example I can give to them showing that I practice what I preach!"

All comedians, artists, celebrities and organizers have lent their support and/or appearances without receiving any fees or honorarium and will make the trip to Raleigh of their own expense!

To make donations, sponsorship opportunities, purchase tickets or to obtain more information regarding Laughalujah Global Day of Laughter: Healing 4 Haiti™ contact Duvale Murchison at (517) 402-2532 or duvale@laughalujah.com. Press/Media Relations Contact: Trea Davenport, Trea Day Management & Publicity (678) 523-3088 and treadaypr@gmail.com.

On Friday, May 30, 2003 a “Different” concept was introduced in Lansing, Michigan called the Laughalujah Comedy Jam™; a concert featuring some of America’s Best Christian standup comedians.  The show was such a phenomenal hit that it was repeated, by popular demand, 6 months later.  Laughalujah Comedy Jam 2™ drew twice as many people as the first event and it was even more entertaining.   This was when Duvale knew he had to promote Laughalujah™ on a National tour.

The Laughalujah Mega Comedy Jam™ was birthed in early 2004 and featured 4 “unknown” gospel comedians; Marcus Wiley, Rod Z, Vyck Cooley and Darian Perkins.  In spite of its “anonymity” factor, the tour was still witnessed by thousands and booked in places that included St. Croix, Philadelphia, Peoria, Memphis, Raleigh, Orlando, Jacksonville, Kansas City, Cleveland, Lansing, Jackson and Flint.  It ended in mid 2005 but booking requests continued so Duvale produced another variation of the tour called the Laughalujah They So Crazy Comedy Experience™. The Experience has been booked in Columbus, Phoenix, Raleigh, Peoria and Bermuda and is a grand success. 

In May 2006, another pioneering comedy tour, with a twist, was introduced by DME called Laughalujah Gurlfrienz™ that features 3 very talented and hilarious female comediennes; Meshelle, Debra Terry and Mrs V “the queen of lafta”.  It has the potential to be the most entertaining and funniest event ever produced by DME.

The Laughalujah™ brand has become so popular and the demand for the shows is so great that DME has taken another initiative to bring its family of comedians to the forefront of gospel entertainment by offering their comedy thru Laughalujah Television & Film LLC on platforms that include Theater, Home Video, Cable, Broadcast and Internet TV, Broadband, Mobile, Satellite, Radio and other New Media Configurations.  

1/27/10: New Music From Cypress Hill

Check out this new track from Cypress Hill, It Ain't Nothin, featuring Young De, off of their upcoming album, Rise Up.

Cypress Hill- It Ain't Nothin (featuring Young De)

1/27/10: New Music From Knoc-turn'al

Here is a new track from Knoc, Jaguar, Jayo Felony, and Sabrina.  Produced by Bless & big ups to Urbanista Graphix for their dope artwork.

Knoc-turn'al featuring Jayo Felony, Jaguar Sabrina- Oh Oh Here She Comes

1/25/10: Cam'ron To Release New Project

E1 Music announces the release of Cam’ron Presents The U.N. – GUNZ N’ BUTTA, the new album featuring Harlem legend Cam’ron.

Cam’ron, Diplomat C.E.O., U.N. C.E.O., solo artist and actor, has formed a new group with Harlem up and coming rapper Vado dubbed The U.N. Cam’s biggest goal is to keep Harlem in the spotlight with dignity and honor.  Cam’ron has recorded over 150 songs over the last three years and GUNZ N’ BUTTA is the first much-anticipated look at what Cam’ron’s been cooking up. He is featured on every song on the album and heads in a different direction with this new movement.  Blogs and message boards are already on fire in anticipation of this new project – look for videos for most of the tracks to hit virally in the upcoming weeks.

Cam’ron has been shaping urban culture since the release of his first solo album in 1998.  He has gone on to release six solo albums, which have sold millions of units collectively. His album, Come Home With Me, featured the hits “Oh Boy,” and “Hey Ma,” and was certified platinum. 

Cam’ron was also the leader of the influential Harlem movement The Diplomats. The collective sold over a million albums, with their classic debut album Diplomatic Immunity surpassing Gold status.

The first single off of Gunz N’ Butta, “Clap,” finds Cam’ron back to form and will hit urban radio shortly.  

Cam’ron states, “ Alan Grunblatt is a true visionary in hip hop. I am thrilled to work with him again. We gonna make history.  It’s all about the new movement.”

E1 Music President Alan Grunblatt says, “ Cam helped take E1 (KOCH) to the next level with our Diplomats deal. Cam is a true visionary and I’m thrilled to be working with him again.”

Cam’ron branched out and earned his acting chops with 2002’s full –length feature Paid In Full.  He followed that up with his film Killa Season.  Cam is prepping his most important film role to date in Killa Season 2, due out later in 2010.

Cam’ron continues to be managed by Big Joe at New Era Management. 

1/25/10: New Music From Shaman

1/25/10: More New Music From Bobby Creekwater

First and foremost, I would like to say I truly appreciate the people that identify with me…My struggles, my short comings, and all the other shit that makes me a human being. I appreciate the patience and the support at a time where I'm simply trying to find myself and my way. I’m not quite sure that will happen anytime soon, but until then I'll keep giving you an ear full..... With that said, from me to you,

EXHIBIT B.C. (Squared) Partake!

Bobby Creekwater – Exhibit B.C. (Squared)

http://www.sendspace.com/file/28uhhh

1/21/10: X.O. Interview Part 1

I2G kicked it with X.O. for a exclusive 2 part interview. This is one of the most extensive X.O. interviews you will find anywhere. Part one we discuss his part in the west coast movement and the origin of the diss track, Put Them To Bed, and his issues with Xzibit and Ras Kass in particular. X.O. pulls no punches in this interview so check it out.

Illuminati 2G Interview With X.O. (Part 1)

1/21/10: Star Studded Film Set To Drop This Year

THE NEW AMERICAN FAMILY COMES TO THE SCREEN
TRI DESTINED STUDIOS STARTS PRODUCTION ON
“WE ARE FAMILY”

Los Angeles, California (August 25, 2009) Magazines from Time to Newsweek
have discussed it; Stations from CNN, MSNBC, and Fox News have explored it.
Some call it Generation O; others call it the new American mosaic. And now
the subject of the ever evolving American Family is being made into a
feature film as Tri Destined Independent, a division of Tri Destined Studios
starts production this week on We Are Family. 

We Are Family follows six strangers (of different racial backgrounds,
cultures, and economic statuses) who are invited to a mysterious home, each
for different reasons. With nothing in common, they soon find out that they
are actually brothers and sisters. The father they never knew about has
died. As a part of his last will and testament, he will spread his millions
equally amongst them, if they are willing to spend the next 24 hours
together.

We Are Family stars Monique Coleman (High School Musical Franchise), Chyna
Layne (Sundance Grand Jury Prize Winning Film Precious: based on the Novel
Push by Sapphire), Christian Keyes (leading man of Tyler Perry’s record
breaking plays Madea Goes to Jail and What’s Done in the Dark), Lew Temple
(Domino, Waitress), Rey Valentin (HBO’s Generation Kill), June Kyoko Lu
(Lady in the Water, Lost), Ronreaco Lee (Madea Goes to Jail, In the
Motherhood), Omarosa (The Apprentice), Frenchie Davis (American Idol), D.
Woods (pop group Danity Kane), with newcomers Shoneji Loraine, Karlie Lewis,
and Serein Wu. 

We Are Family is directed by Trey Haley; produced by N.D. Brown, Veronica
Nichols, and Jeff Lam; written by Gregory Anderson (Stomp the Yard) and the
Anderson Family; with Executive Producers / Co-EP’s Abe Brown, Gregory
Anderson, Brian Roberts, and Serein Wu.

Tri Destined’s upcoming film projects include the Rogue / Universal Pictures
(Relativity) project Drill Team. Tri Destined also has recently finished
shooting the Asian American / African American culture clashing comedy Why
Am I Doing This.  It was announced on HBO Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel
that Tri Destined acquired the rights to the life story of Bev Kearney,
track coach of the University of Texas. They are set to produce this project
with Barry Katz of New Wave Entertainment (NWE) and Jason Blum of Blumhouse
Productions.

Earlier this summer, Tri Destined wrapped production on the romantic comedy
Perfect Combination.

1/21/10: Hearts For Haiti Benefit Fundraiser

1/20/10: Willie Taylor Of Day 26 Preps New Mixtape

On Sunday, February 14, 2010, singer/songwriter Willie Taylor of the award winning group DAY26 will release his much anticipated mixtape, "Sex Tape" available exclusively on his website www.NoiVakMusic.com. "Sex Tape" is already creating an internet buzz with the leak of the songs "Sex Conversations" and "Knock It Out Park".

1/19/10: Capital X Promo Video

1/19/10: E-40 The Server Video

1/18/10: Wyclef Jean Interview

I2G had the extreme honor to sit in with the multi talented Wyclef Jean for a exclusive interview. To understand where a artist is headed you have to know where they come from and Clef candidly talks about that, first and foremost his start with the Fugees.

Illuminati 2G Interview With Wyclef Jean (1/18/10)

1/18/10: New Music From Bobby Creekwater

Ladies, Gentlemen, Gold Diggers, Street Niggas, Cats, Dogs, and Mice alike….We here at BGOV don’t give a flying fuck you are or what you are – We do music for everybody….and they momma!!! With that being said, here is the 1^st official installment from Bobby Creekwater’s Back to Briefcase 2 which will be hosted by the legendary Greg Street and drops on February 8^th, 2010. Partake in greatness…

“Boyz On The Block”

http://www.sendspace.com/file/zogn96

1/17/10: Cold In The Hot Sun Review

1/17/10: Hoopla Media Group In 2010

Hoopla Media Group, LLC is a fast-rising, moving and shaking record label and a multi-media marketing and advertising firm, placing music at the highest level through any and all major retailers worldwide with their business partners LRT Music Group/Universal Music Group.

In the last few months, Hoopla Media Group has made their presence in the music industry noted by signing two west coast legends, Knoc-turn’al and Tha Chill from Compton’s Most Wanted. Knoc-turn’al is known for his work with Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Kanye West, Scott Storch, Timbaland, Missy Elliot, and others.  Besides being known as a member of the famed group Compton’s Most Wanted, Tha Chill has also produced songs for Snoop Dogg, MC Eiht, 213, MC Ren and a gang of other multi-genre artists. Both of these legendary artists have highly-anticipated albums dropping in the first quarter of 2010. 

Hoopla Media Group has recently distributed a massive release with Noah Jones’ debut album, The Incinerator.   This star-studded album features lyrical heavyweights such as Crooked I, Nipsey Hussle, Glasses Malone, Jay Rock and more, including dazzling production from both Focus (Dr Dre, The Game, Beyonce) and Jimi Kendrix (Jay-Z, Juelz Santana, Ashanti).  You can currently pick up this album online, available all across the world, or handpick the singles that feature your favorite new west coast artists from Noah Jones’ the critically-acclaimed album, The Incinerator. 

Hoopla Media Group has singles out on the global market right now from Wingo from Jagged Edge called “Bust it Down” which features Gucci Mane, “My Swag” from Texas recording artist, Bossaliny (Slim Thug), “We Hustle, We Grind” from Tan-D (Nappy Roots) and “They Don’t Know What I’ve Been Through” from rising starlet, Sabrina, who has just began her internet campaign, taking over one website at a time. 

First quarter single releases in 2010 from the label feature buzz-heavy records such as “Have Dat Money Rite” from Tha Chill featuring MC Ren from N.W.A, “Million Bucks” from B-Ezzy featuring Mistah Fab, “Want To Be A Rapper “ from Tone, “Feelin It” from Tequila, “Real Hustlaz” which features Kokane, Goldie Loc and Doc.Ce, “Lets Go” from Bless and Wickam, “Poisonous” and “Call Me” from Anne Champion a artist from Johannesburg, South Africa, “Mr. Know-It-All” by Epademik featuring Ca$his (from Eminem’s Shady Records), “Flight of the Intrepid” by DJ Atlas Jenkins, “Barbee Doll” by Frost Byte, “Shotguns and Canned Goods” by Michael Barber featuring B. Stille from Nappy Roots and two singles from the late Grandmaster Roc Raida.  Shadyville’s very own DJ, rock-star JC Flores, has also joined the label’s team and will he be releasing some projects through this new but powerful Hoopla entity. 

More news from Hoopla Media Group in 2010 includes projects from super-producer, Mike Mosley, who boasts an astounding 30 Million and counting record sales from his work with 2Pac, E-40, Mac Dre, Master P  and many more.  Also be on the lookout for other artists on the roster such as Big Hollis (Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Guerilla Black, The Game, Mac Dre, etc); as well as some releases with Nappy Roots’ member, Big V AKA Vito Banga – the Grammy Nominated, Multi-Platinum voice from Kentucky -- and also the legendary, Sir Jinx (Ice Cube, Kool G Rap, Xzibit), who has been in the studio with Dr. Dre working on the most anticipated album in the history of hip-hop, Detox. 

With a new video distribution deal in place through LRT, all major movie and video chains, including Redbox and Video-on-Demand, will host Hoopla’s DVD releases from James Wade/Up Da Game Entertainment (Outlawz, Slick Rick, Russell Simmons, Outkast, Dungeon Family) as well as video releases from Maynea Records based of Sweden.  Hoopla Media Group also has upcoming movies from Brian Hooks, who was in the Major Motion Picture, Fools Gold, starring Matthew McConaughey and Kate Hudson, High School High, Bulworth, Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me, 3 Strikes and Soul Plane starring Snoop Dogg, along with many, many more. 

Hoopla Media Group is also currently in negotiations to bring in more projects from both legendary and on-the-rise artists alike.

With such a quick-moving and high-rising talent squad, Hoopla Media Group has also opened up a Canadian division for the talent that is quickly emerging north of the border. Canadian Hip-Hop in 2009 received a boost of confidence with the emergence of Grammy-nominated rapper, Drake, whose introduction focused much of the music industry’s attention to Canada and ultimately lead to the grand-opening of Hoopla Canada. The first presentation from Hoopla Canada will be Mazur and his as-of-yet untitled single featuring west coast superstar, Knoc-turn’al in 2010.

Hoopla Media Group has also partnered up with Urbanista Graphix, a high-profile graphic arts company. The Urbanista Graphix / Hoopla Media Group relationship was just mentioned in an SOHH article featuring Big Pun: The Lost Files. Besides SOHH, Urbanista Graphix artwork has also been featured on such websites as HipHopDX, 2DopeBoyz, Thisis50, BallerStatus, Dubcnn and many others. Urbanista Graphix has also worked with super-producer Focus during his time at Aftermath Entertainment, Busta Rhymes, Sir Jinx, Nappy Roots, Teddy Riley, Sony Legacy, Vivendi / Universal, Big Pun, The Vladar Company, Nikki Reed from Twilight, DJ Qualls from the film “Last Day of Summer”, DJ Rip (Vice President of The Core DJs), as well as numerous placements within the worldwide retail market.

Teamed with entertainment industry veterans who have a history of product placement in the highest level of outlets and outreach, Hoopla Media Group ended 2009 with a bang, and is set to become one of the most prolific and recognizable brands in the music industry in 2010 and years to come.  Welcome to the future! 

1/17/10: New Music

As always, we here at I2G are all about promoting and supporting up and coming artists. One region in particular that we have featured heavily is Fort Worth, Texas. D-Rich continues that as the Ft Worth rep is prepping the mixtape, Get Ya Numbers Up. We have the first single, Why They Hatin featuring the Clover G himself, Lil Flip. Definite slapper so check it out.

D-Rich Featuring Lil Flip- Why They Hatin

Be on the lookout for Get Ya #'s Up coming soon!

1/15/10: Cypress Hill Has New Album, New Label on Deck

This morning it was announced that pioneering Latino Hip Hop group Cypress Hill will release their April 6th album RISE UP through Priority/EMI Records. This is the group's first album in six years, and the first Priority signing since Snoop Dogg assumed role of Creative Chairman of the historic Rap label presently celebrating its 25th anniversary.

"My role as Creative Chairman of Priority Records has put me in the driver's seat to help revive the most important west coast hip hop label," said Snoop in a statement this morning. "As such, I'm excited to announce my first signing as Cypress Hill. Cypress Hill is undeniably one of the most important Hip Hop groups in music history, not only are they incredibly talented and the first Latino Hip Hop group to go platinum, they are also from the west coast-so this signing is the perfect marriage."

RISE UP was recorded over the course of the past three years at B-Real's studio, The Temple, in Los Angeles. "Making this record was so much fun," said Sen Dog. "It felt like the first record we ever made together. We recorded whatever we wanted to with no musical boundaries. And having the chance to work with one of my favorite guitar players of all time, Tom Morello, was amazing. I always knew we would make some kickass music together." Morello is best known for his work with Rage Against The Machine, though he's played with Rap acts dating back to KRS-One and Run-DMC.

"We took a little break after the last record to work on individual projects," added B-Real. "Both Sen Dog and I wanted to put out our own solo records, which we had been working on for some time. And though we were doing other things, we each kept ideas in mind for Cypress Hill and would go into the studio periodically to record. It was great to work at our own pace and without a deadline hanging over us. We'd get together at my studio and record whenever we felt that burst of creativity. It was an amazing way to work and resulted in what I think is our best record yet."

1/15/10: New Mixtape From El Dopa & Chasan by Jehuniko

1/13/10: UPDATED- ILLUMINATI 2G HIP HOP AWARDS

http://www.illuminati2g.com/illuminati2gawards2009.htm

1/12/10: Ajami Interview

I2G hosts this interview with Sweden-based producer, Ajami. Producing for his Maynea Records imprint with award winning Airamis being his main artist, Ajami is ready to take the producing world by storm. With one domestic hit already under his belt, (Airamis “In the Zone”), Ajami is looking to further his sucess in 2010 with many projects, including continuing to work closely with Airamis.  Be sure to visit Ajami on MySpace at: Check out the interview below to learn all about Ajami: http://www.myspace.com/ajamiprod. Read interview below:

Illuminati 2G Interview With Ajami (Conducted By Justin Melo)

1/12/10: Bless & Wickam Interview

When it comes to Bless & Wickam, the music speaks for itself — that’s why the photo atatched refuses to show a gimmick or emphasis an image or type of fashion. At the end of day, Bless does the production while his newly found diamond in the rough MC, Wickam handles the bars. With an upcoming single that includes cameos from some of the biggest names on the west coast, Bless & Wickam are ready to make an impact. Enjoy!

Illuminati 2G Interview With Bless & Wickam (Conducted By Justin Melo)

1/12/10: The Raskal Interview

I2G has a brand new interview with high class Arizona artist The Raskal! Arizona is a large reoccuring topic during this interview, but so does The Raskal’s upcoming 2 disc set album, “Defined Controversy” that features guest appearances from Hopsin, Chino XL, Noah Jones, Jayo Felony, Knoc-turn’al, Spice 1, King T, Kokane and many more! Enjoy and get ready for “Defined Controversy!”

Illuiminati 2G Interview With The Raskal (Conducted By Justin Melo)

1/12/10: X.O. Releases Put Them To Bed Untagged

X.O.- Put Them To Bed (Tony Yayo, Xzibit, Ras Kass Diss)

http://usershare.net/z65n3kmtgpha

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShiqH9pZD-4&feature=player_embedded

1/12/10: New Music From Tha Chill featuring Justin Melo

Here is the brand new hot west coast single from Tha Chill & MC Ren. Produced by Tha Chill, the single is called “Have ‘Dat Money Rite” and is set too appear on their forthcoming release via their newly signed deal with Hoopla/LRT/Universal.

Download here:
http://2dopeboyz.okayplayer.com/2010/01/08/tha-chill-have-dat-money-rite-f-mc-ren/

1/11/10: New Music From DY

Check out DY's new single, Shoe Game featuring Flo-Rida.

DY Featuring Flo-Rida- Shoe Game

1/11/10: New Music From Dollphace

Check out Dollphace's new single featuring E-40 entitled Damn Right and the video for the song.

http://www.zshare.net/audio/708464667bc65e37/

1/11/10: New Murdaworth Video

Ft. Worth has got next. Remember I said this lol. Nah for real shout out to Ft. Worth, Texas

1/11/10: The Future: Michael Barber By Justin Melo

Michael Barber hooks up with B. Stille of the Nappy Roots for his upcoming single.

It’s very hard to go against up and coming MC Michael Barber. While 2009 was a good year for Barber, 2010 is already looking much better. Set for a European and North American tour in the early stages of the New Year, Michael Barber has never been known to hold his tongue. With the release of his new mixtape “The Truth”, Barber is set to raise eyebrows and jaw drops with the many shots taken at white MC, Asher Roth.

With “The Truth” mixtape being released on over 200 websites and being hosted by award winning DJ Fade from Nashville, these Asher Roth disses are unlikely to go unrecognized by the SRC Records recording artist. Specifically, “The Truth” title song is heavily aimed at Roth, the second of a two-punch combination that began with “Asher’s Nightmare.”

When asked about Asher Roth a few months back, Barber had the following to say: “Why did I diss him? Fuck that dude. He’ll never come to Orlando and do a show. Fuck that dude. I’m not even gonna’ talk about how wack that dude is. The major labels are falling apart 100%. Music is falling apart overall. You have this dude rapping on a Weezer track about “I love college” did he even go to college? Who the fuck is this dude? He’s wack. I heard the song and was like fuck this dude. I dissed him and then 5,000 other white dudes dissed him. I can go on for a days about that dude, but I don’t want to.”

But the disses don’t stop there, “The Truth” mixtape is rumored to also feature jabs taken at Charles Hamilton and even The Black Eyed Peas. The Charles Hamilton shots should be taken as no surprise, as Barber was once quoted as saying (in regards to Charles Hamilton): “Charles Hamilton may not be gay, but he’d suck a dick. That’s for sure. I’ve watched his show. People show me shit because I’m a rapper anyway. That dude…Charles Hamilton would suck a dick; he’s a fucking fag.”

With the recent success of “The Truth”  mixtape being living proof of Barber’s current buzz and success, Barber is also rumored to be dating Style Network TV host Danielle Fishel, best known for her role as Topanga Lawrence on the 1990s hit TV show, Boy Meets World. The female star’s Twitter page has seemed to confirmher romance with Michael Barber, as the two met at a Cancer charity event in June and have been a happy couple ever since.

Michael Barber is currently working on a Pink Floyd inspired movie titled “Shotguns & Canned Goods”, which was seen by an independent film company to purchase the screenplay. HMG through Universal Distribution will also be releasing the first single of the same title featuring B. Stille of Nappy Roots. It comes as no surprise that Michael Barber has earned the nickname “Determined.”

Michael Barber on MySpace:

 http://www.myspace.com/indianasmokeybones

1/11/10: Joell Ortiz Readies Free Agent LP

ALBUM FEATURES APPEARANCES BY Akon, Brother Ali, Bun B, Styles P, Sheek Louch, Raekwon, Novel, Smokey Robinson, MOP, Slaughterhouse, Maino, Jean Grae, Talib Kweili and Bobby Ray

PRODUCTION BY: Dj Khalil, Lil Fame, Dj Premier, Sean C and LV, Statik Selektah, Novel,  Moss, Nottz, Frequency and Frank Dukes

( New York , NY ) – E1 Music is thrilled to announce the release of critically acclaimed emcee Joell Ortiz’s new album.  Free Agent will be released in on March 23, 2010 and features Akon, Brother Ali, Bun B, Styles P, Sheek Louch, Raekwon, Novel, Smokey Robinson, MOP, Slaughterhouse, Maino, Jean Grae, Talib Kweili and Bobby Ray.  Production duties will be handled by a who’s who list of music’s finest producers including: Red Spyda, Dj Khalil, Lil Fame, Dj Premier, Sean C and LV , Statik Selektah, Novel, Moss, Nottz, Frequency and Frank Dukes.

Ortiz is coming off a tour of the U.S. and is starting a European tour on Jan 15th as ¼ of the lyrical powerhouse Slaughterhouse, along with Joe Budden, Royce Da 5’9” and Crooked I. The foursome was described as “…the game’s most imposing lyrical force” by XXL Magazine. The self-titled debut album, Slaughterhouse, is in stores now. 

Ortiz released his debut album, The Brick (Bodega Chronicles), in 2007 on E1 Music. The album centered on his dense, rhyme-based work, and featured notable collaborations with Styles P, Akon and the legendary Big Daddy Kane. The Brick was met with considerable critical acclaim, landing Ortiz features in numerous hip-hop and mainstream publications including a much sought after “Leader of the New School ” cover story for XXL Magazine, along with Papoose, Crooked I, Saigon , Lupe Fiasco and others.

Having earned a loyal following from his lyrically-driven performances and energetic live shows Ortiz is poised to make an impact with his highly-anticipated new album, Free Agent. Ortiz is ready to deliver his fans another dose of lyrical fire.

Alan Grunblatt, General Manager of E1 Music, says, “Joell Ortiz is one the hottest new emcees to come out of New York . We had a lot of success with the first Joell release and are very excited he continues to be in the E1 family.” 

The first single off of Free agent is the incredible “Call Me,” a nostalgic story of teenage love set in Brooklyn New York in the ‘90s. It will be serviced to urban radio shortly.

For more information, go to: www.joellortiz.com, www.twitter.com/joellortiz or www.e1music.us.

1/7/09: I2G Listening Lounge- Tha Sth Element

1/7/09: 3 New Tracks From Ca$his

That's right, Ca$his has 3 new tracks and we have them right here on I2G

Ca$his Presents The Trilogy

1/2/2010: Miss Ceily Complex Promo Video

1/2/2010: New Video From AP

Vegas' own AP goes in on this beat

Check out his new mixtape below

AP- Clear The Air (Free Download)

1/2/10: New Music From Maylay

Check out this new banger from Young Maylay, produced by Lench Mob Records in house team, Hallway Productions. Great way to start off 2010.

Young Maylay- Mic It

1/1/10: I2G Listening Lounge