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Independent Industry Night Recap
The Independent Industry Night returned with a resounding explosion of talented artists that brought down the house. This night featured many of Atlanta’s rising stars performing in one of the city’s hottest venues, 595 North. We had Celebrity Barber Jaybee cutting in VIP and Lyle Moore (celebrity stylist) providing make overs for our female guest [...]
TRIMM – “RADIO KILLA” (Prod. by HeadROC)
While visiting twitter one of our favorite artist hit us up with a new video. Trimm (@trimmdotmarley) who hails from East Point, Ga., has performed during our Independent Industry Night Series and always rocks the crowd. Trimm released this video in which instead of robbing people for money he steals their radios and other personal [...]
IIN Commercial
We are about a month away from the return of IIN (Independent Industry Night) which will be featured at a new larger venue. Please take the time to preview the above video and view the talented artists that have graced our stage during our prior shows. FYI the artist featured on the track would be [...]
Inside the Music @ Stankonia
CYHI DA PRYNCE Inside the Music was held at the legendary Stankonia studios in Atlanta, Ga. This event was put together by Governed by Loyalty, Fadia Kader (Come Up Kids), Royal Flush, Maurice Garland and a host of others. We were invited out by Kei of Governed by Loyalty and most definitely enjoyed all of [...]
Grip Plyaz – Step Out Ft. Aleon Craft
Shouts out to Grip Plyaz, Aleon Craft, Corey Davis, and everyone who had a cameo in Grip’s new video. Good to see the home team working and bringing together all of Atlanta’s music scene on this video. We see ya grinding and salute ya work.
Artist of the Week – G-Cess
G-Cess – Long Cash (NSFW) G-Cess has been selected as the Artist of the Week and his bio can be found below. In 2006 his vision became a reality with the birth of Street Made Entertainment. An entity that is more than a label,
Independent Industry Night Returns!!!!!!
For Immediate Release: Date: May 24, 2010 (Atlanta, Georgia) Contact Atlanta LLC. is excited to announce The Independent Industry Night Concert which will be held on Wednesday July 7th, 2010 at 595 North Events Center ( 595 North Ave NW, Atlanta, GA). On the evening of July 7th, 2010 we will host our Independent Industry [...]
Majesty Album Release Party @ Leverage Lounge
Majesty Majesty invited us out to The Leverage Lounge last weekend to cover his album release party and there was fun to be had by all. Majesty had everyone rocking to his new album “Suspense” and even autographed posters for his fans all while
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Artist of the Week – Big Rec
Big Rec brings a new refreshing vantage point to hip hop as he adds intelligence to his lyrics. Ala KRS-1 back in the day with the BDP movement. Some artist choose to follow others and there are a few artist like Big Rec whom choose to stand alone in this war. The artist that always [...]
The Canz – Life After Graduation [Mixtape]
Everyone check out our friends The Canz as they release their latest project “Life After Graduation”. They teamed up with Mick Boogie and put out a real banga!!!! Everyone download this great album and give us your
LUCKY LANSKY feat. ROCK CITY – MAKE MONEY
Special thanks to Aleesha Carter @aleeshac, Publicist/Event Coordinator, K A C, Images and U, LLC. for sending us the new @LuckyLansky video “Make Money” . Shouts out to @RawReport @BluvRawReport @DAPRINCE on a great video that features plenty of eye candy. Make sure that you also take the time to check out the RAW SELLS ITSELF mixtape hosted by [...]
The King Is BAAAACCCKKKKKK!!!!!
The King has made a big statement starting with the title of his new mixtape “Fuck a Mixtape”. This album is classic TIP reminiscent of the old dope boys in the trap era but with dat grown folk BOSS SWAGG! TI has come back on the scene with a vengeance and has
Bobby Creekwater Releases “Not Now but Right Now”!!!
One of the homies has dropped another mixtape that without even having a chance to listen to WE will co-sign!! “Not Now but Right Now” by artist Bobby Creekwater promises to be yet another classic hit from a stellar MC. All labels and A&R’S should take note and cut the check cause Creek ain’t gonna [...]
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Cee Lo Green – FUCK YOU
Everyone has at least one of these moments every once in a while. Enjoy the clip.
New Music – Soulja Boy – Kickin & Travis Porter
While checking Twitter earlier I was pleased to see that @sevvyn posted the new Soulja Boy Video for “Kickin”. This video was captured by Figvrati Films, whom by the way did a great job on the production. The video features Soulja Boy riding around the streets of Atlanta in a Benz. Shouts out to 24/7 Entertainment as well. Figvrati Films also shot the below Travis Porter Video for Proud to Be a Problem.
HEALTH & FITNESS BLOGBETTER HEALTH BY EDUCATION
written by Gale Dukes RN, BSN, MSA
How do women have success and longevity in the music industry? A male dominated industry owning most of the control. BET answers this question in its new documentary “My Mic Sounds Nice: A Truth about Women and Hip-Hop.” I attended the documentary’s viewing party at Tongue & Groove to celebrate their accomplishments in music. Rapper Princess was the hostess of the event. The panel consisted of:
Princess, formerly of Crime Mob/solo artist
Shanti Das – Music Industry Executive
Dr. Joyce – Morehouse College Hip-Hop Studies Professor
Rasheeda – Rapper and solo artist DJ
Traci Steele – V103
Dawn Montgomery – Model
Dee Dee Cocheta – Hip Hop Publicist
Rohda Racha Penrice – Pop Culture Expert
Eshe – Rapper from Arrested Development
The lovely panel of entertainers represents entrepreneurs, wives, single parents and educators. They openly shared their feelings about their industry and the role they played in it. Each panelist offering her own bit of wisdom to aide others wishing to be like (more…)
“Takers” Movie Premiere at Atlantic Station
Enjoy the above footage from the Premiere of “Takers” as you will see a whose who in this clip. Stars, Artist and fans came out to celebrate a great new movie that T.I. and Will Packer from Rainforest Films created. Congrats to all involved with the success of this movie. Congrats to Big Rec for providing the soundtrack used on this clip. Shouts out to all parties involved with the successful launch of the movie as it came in # 2 at the box office this weekend.
Artist of the Week – Big Rec
Big Rec brings a new refreshing vantage point to hip hop as he adds intelligence to his lyrics. Ala KRS-1 back in the day with the BDP movement. Some artist choose to follow others and there are a few artist like Big Rec whom choose to stand alone in this war. The artist that always gain the most normally have a way of seeing their prize well in advance. Check out your new favorite rapper as he appears on Wheel of Fortune with Pat and Vanna. For additional info about Big Rec please see the link below.
Judicial – Laissez-Faire
If you haven’t heard of Judicial yet then you have probably missed our Independent Industry Night Series. Judicial is an artist that is always ready to display his skills rocking the mic. Congrats to Judicial and his manager J for creating a hit. Can’t wait for the complete video but until then enjoy everyone!!!
Antoine Dodson Wrap Up!
For the longest time I kept quiet about the whole “they rapin everybody including husbands” story from Antoine Dodson. Take the time to enjoy a great synopsis of the whole situation. This clip will be sure to leave you with a smile. Antoine Dodson has made his 5 minutes of fame pay off in a major way. Milestones including placement on the Billboard charts for the song, also getting a split from the guys that created the song and posting it on Itunes.
Pole Dancing Anyone?????
WTF
For all of you that either take or taken pole dancing classes then this one is for you. All of you that aspire for more!!!!! We present Indian Pole Dancing!!!!!!! Enjoy this video!!!! Go ahead and getcha practice on this weekend. Smile!!!!!!!
What’s New? Gucci Mane Official Trailer & More
Check out the newest footage from Gucci and our folk over at The Raw Report. Shouts out to Vicky Davis (Gucci’s Mom) as she always shows love to Contact Atlanta. Thanks Vicky for coming out to the last Independent Industry Night.
Gucci Mane – Everybody Looking
Danielle Lewis Album Release Party
A few weeks ago we were contacted by one of our Sponsors Optimus Distribution. Jerry Adams spoke of an artists with an amazing voice and stated that the Album Release Party was days away. The artist that we discussed was Danielle Lewis, an artist that has a rich soulful voice, whom just released her album entitled “Amazing”. During the event we were treated to the sounds of Danielle and we were also given a cd. Danielle is a rising star within the industry and she has a great gospel album that everyone should hear. Thanks for the invite Jerry and Danielle!!!! #Quality
Be sure to visit Danielle’s site and purchase her album.
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Justin Beiber MTV Movie Awards Commercial
Justin is featured in this years MTV Movie Awards 2010 Commercial.he’s alongside host Aziz Ansari!he demonstates his humor with aziz.if you would like to have a good laugh heres the link! Submitted by CaraaaAbieeeTyraaErikaa Bieber
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I want to send a special thanks to all of the Beliebers that enjoyed our article that featured one of the hottest artist globally, Justin Beiber. We support both artist and fans alike and would like to see if we can help ALL BELIEBERS spread the word about their petition. Contact Atlanta has been bombarded [...]
Justin Bieber Fans Gone Wild!!!
After logging in to check my twitter page I was kinda struck by the following mention for Contact Atlanta: @contactatlanta could you plz help @scooterhelpus1 get @scooterbraun to see this ? http://twitition.com/hy8j9 these girls have a huge dream! After following the link I realized how this young man has captured the hearts of many fans [...]