Alternative Rhythm & Blues artist Bishop Wayne was born in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands and moved to St. Petersburg, Florida with his father at the age of nine. He currently resides in Tampa, Florida. Bishop's music is influenced from the type of music that he grew up listening to and according to him, the kind of music I like to hear - there are no limits or boundaries to it."  He goes on to say, that while listening to my music, one forgets about his own tragedies as he realizes that they are a part of life, which everyone goes through."

Performing background vocals for his father's band sparked the beginning of his love of music and led him into writing and performing dancehall music. Bishop was privileged to give a live radio interview associated with a song that he had written to promote stopping the violence" as a result of a local tragedy in the Virgin Islands at that time. He performed in a fundraiser for a hurricane relief effort. From there, he went on to write and perform songs for several local acts.  He was also selected to create and sing a jingle for the St. Petersburg baseball team, The Devil Rays, and privileged to perform for the monthly televised "Hot Wet Miami Beach Show," hosted by Axle of Exus.

Additionally, two of Bishop's songs made #1 on "The Top 40" list on New Artist Radio (NAR), an internet radio station based out of Salt Lake City, Utah, while simultaneously being played in various cities in the United States and relayed to Europe, Canada and Australia.  As a result of the songs' #1 status, Bishop was invited by NAR to perform live at their annual awards show, where he walked away with the "New Artist R&B Artist of the Year" award. 

Bishop performed at The PARC fundraiser to encourage youth to say no to drugs" and to promote self awareness.

Mid-year, 2005, Bishop entered a contest with the Recording Academy Florida Chapter and was named a semi-finalist in the Florida GRAMMY Showcase, placing in the top 35 of more than 230 entrants.

Bishop is currently in the studio recording the completion of his full length album, titled – I'm Just Me.

Nkruma was Born in Kingston, Jamaica on July 07. He moved to the United States in 1987. Nkruma realized this would be his chance to be successful. Working to support his family and himself, at the age of 19 he managed to build his first hit "Reality". This single blew the radio stations away, with number one requests for weeks. Nkrumah aka Slata Banton, became a household name in the NY Tri-State area. In 1989 as a member of a local group called TLC they performed at the famous Apollo Theatre in Harlem. Nkruma was being requested by some of the top reggae artist of that time. One of those artist was Supacat, the original "Don Dada". Slata Banton open for the original "Dadz" of dancehall in 1993 at the Reggae Carnival on Langley Airforce base in Hampton, VA. After touring with numerous artist such as Spragga Benz, Red Dragon, and Papa San just to name a few, he then became member of a local group called Cupid Starz.

Cupid Starz took Paterson NJ by storm, voicing dub plates, hosting parties, and performing at sold out events within the area. As a member of the the Cupid Starz he created the hit "When Big Man a Talk, by Slata Banton". Nkruma relocated to Florida where he and his brother met Fitzroy Kenlock. The night life of Ft. Lauderdale has proven instrumental in developing a number of Jamaica's finest artist, such as Glen Washington, Sanchez, Freddie McGregor and The Genuine brothers. Performing with bands such as Code Red, Millennium, and his favorite, Fourth Dimension, Nkruma performed at many shows in the South Florida area. His most recognizable performance was in 2003 at the Annual Bob Marley Fest. In the summer of 09 Nkruma signed with NVS Music Group. He teamed up with Super Producer Darren Lighty who produced for Jaheim, Donell Jones,TLC,Luther Vandross and many other Platinum artist. Together with the TWEEKERS they produced the smash " Go Gettah" and "More Love". Nkruma's music will make you analyze your life, inspire change and reflect on The Most High. Lets remember "He was Born Wit It", so he can never get rid of it. Nkruma is on the beat to let everyone know that life, love and happiness doesn't come cheap.

All we need is " More Love"…….NKRUMA.

A Virginia based southern hip hop Artist has been grinding in the streets for the past 5 years. With his soulful musicianship, artistry, and street life mentality he seems to have the recipe for success. Over the years Sonny sharpened his music production skills to accent his writing. As a producer,artist and engineer, Sonny King is determined to become the next example of a Hit Artist. It's only a matter of time before he is recognized for his talent. Along with his 6 albums and appearance on DJ Green Lanterns Monster Mash mixtape he has sold over 20,000 copies collectively. He has performed with artist such as Big Sty, Brandon D., Wyleed and Showdown at venues such as Montego Bay, Alexander Deverouxs, and The Blind Tiger. Sonny King signed to NVS Music group in the summer of 09 He is currently working on his debut NVS Music Group Album with the likes of Clifton Lighty and Darren Lighty who produced hits "Around The Way Girl" (LL Cool J) "You Know What's Up" (Donell Jones) "No More" (Ruff Endz) just to name a few. Together they have already created the smash single "She Got Swag". Sonny King is destined to leave his mark on the industry!

K-BOO the artist, rapper, writer, producer and Mlyricsmusic4u lead artist has come to put Tenn. back in the top rap/hip-hop arenas as it once was when the likes of Three Six Mafia, Pastor Troy, Young Buck, 8Ball, MJG, and a host of others where there. "If you wanta win get with the champions because we don't have time 4 losers" A quote by Mlyrics "The General", Mlyricsmusic4u CEO. And because I'm here to win, my debut album "Grown Man" is guaranteed to have something on there that will catch the attention of everybody who download and or buy the album and I hope they do both (LOL)! Grown Man have features like Mlyrics The General, The HeavyBoyz, Niqodemos, CoZart, Pimptastic, Ringtone, B-Dogg and Cheezy Mac. Grown Man has topics from "Relationships" to "The Streetz" and it's just real talk throughout the whole album. I don't speak on nothing that I aint done or is doing. If you want more of K-BOO check out the following:
www.myspace.com/Mrkboo731
www.myspace.com/Mlyrics airplaydirect.com/music/K-BOO
www.iheartmusic.com/new2/artists/MrKBOO
www.jango.com/music/K+Boo

Damien Horne is a soulful union of musical history. He's a boundary-obliterating singer/songwriter whose artistry unites R&B melodies, catchy pop hooks, and distinctive elements of hip-hop, soul, and rock to change the atmosphere of contemporary music with a uniquely uplifting message.

One evening playing for tips on Nashville's historic 2nd Avenue, Damien crossed paths with John Rich. Rich invited Damien to perform at MuzikMafia, the Nashville-based artist collaborative-turned-phenomenon that yielded multi-platinum recording artists Big & Rich and Gretchen Wilson. Damien's music is supported by the Mafia's mission to promote greatness in all genres without prejudice. 
 His poetic lyrics "love came crashing down just like rain against my skin" secured him a publishing deal with Big Love Publishing (BMI - Nashville).

Damien's undeniable talents and high-energy performance style have earned him opportunities to open for and perform with artists from every genre; Robert Randolph, John Cruz, Kid Rock, the Neville Brothers, Bon Jovi, Velvet Revolver, Shemekia Copeland, Hank Williams Jr., Dwight Yoakam, Robinella, Bettye Lavette, Keith Urban and more, all while remaining true to his inimitable style. 

He has just completed his first full-length album, produced by Big Kenny of Big and Rich. When asked about the project Big Kenny offered, "I have never met a more important artist for our times, completely real, unique, deserving and uplifting. I cannot stop until the world hears his music. He writes, he sings, he plays piano and guitar, he dances like 'the man' and you know it when he backflips off the stage in a way that would make James Brown proud."

Bottom Up is a term, which has been artistically redesigned by three uniquely talented individuals Ambition, Bizirk, and Versick. This trio is comprised of various musical talents and has reached new heights when infusing the production departments ingenuity headed by none other then Audio King. Reaching out to the community has diversified and created a distinct relationship between Riverside and Bottom Up, along with creating a new sound that is both inspiring and catchy to our listeners. Creating a bond within the IE has come naturally through Bottom Up's performances, street albums, and charisma. Bottom Up understands that it is vital for both us and the communities to come a greater understanding of each other to better enhance our community. With that connection in mind we have reached out and found aspiring artist such Skee and Pop Diva's Monet and Nikolette within the community. Breaking down all color barriers and stereotypes promoting unity within our own communities is our prime directive.

www.myspace.com/officialambition
www.myspace.com/bottomuprecords
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fu66uZIkwQ8

"The WordSmiths are an innovative hip hop group from Lakeside, California. The group consists of three members: Solicit (aka - Joshua Jackson), Enormus (aka - Norman Long), and Jaw Jargon (aka - Mark Lendy). Solicit and Jaw Jargon are cousins. Enormus is a long time friend of both of theirs. They first started rapping together in 1999, where they would just get smashed at parties and freestyle to guitar riffs and random instrumentals. As their passion for rap grew, Solicit and Jargon began writing songs and recording them on a dual sided karaoke machine. They would make full tracks on cassette tapes with whatever beats they could get their hands on. They kept at it and eventually the recording process was upgraded when Enormus bought a Boss SP sampling workstation and a keyboard, and they were able to start making tracks with their own beats. In 2003, the WordSmiths finally got access to a home studio set up with Acid Pro 4 and a cheap microphone. They wasted no time and started putting out CD's around Lakeside. In 2006, Solicit pressed up a limited number of copies of the WordSmiths 1st album "Aggressive Intellect", & sold them hand to hand around San Diego, CA. Currently, Solicit has a project studio that he uses to produce and record all their music.

The WordSmiths have been going strong now for 10 years, and they just finished their sophomore album "End of Discussion", which will be officially released on July 18th, 2009. Solicit is also branching out and recording a solo album, "Door to Door Sales," which is scheduled to release in 2010.

The WordSmiths have the desire to bring hip hop's conscious back, and their mission is evident in every verse. Keep an eye out for these guys in the future because they are definitely 3 of San Diego's finest MC's."

Brooklyn born, Coney Island to be exact, Cordell Turmon blessed the world 01.26.1986. One of nine children, Cordell began singing at the early age of two. Growing up with an absent father, he focused on the arts. He taught himself how to play two instruments: the drums and the piano, all by ear, which shows his musical talent is natural and God given. Drawing inspiration from a commercial starring Michael Jackson, he began dancing. He went on to teach dance and also stepped on various step teams. He considers himself a very well rounded person. Quoted as saying, "I can do almost anything." Along with singing and dancing, he writes, produces, arranges vocals, raps, and even played basketball and football.

Today Cordell is known as "Luccie," (pronounced Luchie) an R&B phenom, on the way to superstardom. Luccie is an entertainer who possesses the skills of a singer, producer, dancer, rapper & songwriter. If it has to do with music, he has one foot in it. In 2006, Luccie teamed up with Blok Beeze and a few other musical talents to form Tripple Krown Muziik, a production & songwriting team. For the past two years Luccie has been continuously performing, producing, writing, and recording music. In 2008, Luccie was blessed to sign a recording contract with indie label Endless Muziik Group, which through its partnership with Bungalo Records, is distributed through Universal
Music Group. Luccie is currently spending his time recording his debut release, which is due out in the summer of 2009. Be on the look out for his hot new E.P. which includes the hot new single "Krazy".

The Flyy Repps are four high school neighbors hailing from Orange County, California: Dayvon Andrews (16, "Spazzy"), Marcell Oliver (17, "Young Play"), Jared Chambers (16, "Hartatac"), and Johnathan Buckley (16, "Johnny Kash"). They became inspired to take their music career serious after producing and promoting a song that they did "just for fun" which received a shockingly great response and a demand for more music from the boys. Soon after, they were being requested to perform locally and at showcases including at the Hollywood Knitting Factory. Currently, the Flyy Repps are in the studio working on self-produced and written music as well as with other local producers.

17-year-old twins Tyrell and Jarrell Spence, born and raised in Corona, CA were musically inspired by their father, a DJ whose equipment and music selection of old school Rap and R&B became the very tools that the twins used to create and make their own style of music. Now a Rap Duo, the Noisey Boys, set out to distinguish their individual characteristics as entertainers. They are hard at work in the studio, writing, producing and practicing their show. They hope to one day work with Snoop Dog, Common, Swizz Beats and many other great artists and producers they admire.

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