hip-hop or Indie News

PHILADELPHIA, PA – Philadelphia resident, philanthropist, and rising hip-hop star Azizz is taking the world by storm with several upcoming high-profile collaborations, events, and single releases.

Indie Source Abroad, LLC will be launching two new lines for brands Verdette and Dirt and Diamonds. Never before released photo's of the lines they will be showing in Las Vegas on 2/13/2012- 2/15/2012 at the Magic Marketplace at Mandalay Bay.

Video premiers first song from forthcoming album titled ‘The World Outside’

On Feb. 9, 2012, William j. Barry released his 2nd novel, Sebastian and the Afterlife Book II-Agents of the Reaper. The series explores the eternal question of what lies beyond this life. Barry’s answer is entertaining and refreshingly unique.

Actor and internet celebrity America Young partners with 8 Sided Films on Quantum Theory, a sci-fi heist comedy. Back-to-basics plan includes basing production value on performance and stagecraft, and leveraging fan support for platform release.

The En Sound Music Awards, one of Gospel's most recognized awards events of its kind, will be heading to the Porter Sanford III Performing Arts Center in the city of Decatur, GA

The original hip hop historian has published an ebook a day for the last 9 days on smashword. com; including the original script for the film Beat Street

Top Jerkin Crews in the country take center stage to battle it out in this year's Showdown LA III.

Cali-based Rosaly prepares to release her debut mixtape, 108, on February 8th. For more information log onto, www.powerimagepr.com.

PrettyDirtBalls Hip-Hop Mc Wizdom MrIminthere Recently, he has begun to give a little back by teaming up with Stanley Buford and the Boys To Men Foundation

NEW JERSEY – Rising rap star Azizz will be co-hosting the weekly ‘Rhyme N Radio’ underground hits program this Saturday, January 28th from 10pm to 12am midnight.

The #1 Source for the Underground, Indie & UnSigned HipHop Stars! Maximum Exposure Made Minimum

The first book ever written about the origins of hip hop has been out-of-print for decades and costs up to $500. But smashwords.com has just published an ebook version on that sells for under $3 and includes exclusive new content.

Artist management company, MTS Management joins both the Independent Country Music Association and the European Country Music Association, while filing an application for membership with the Academy of Country Music.

Shy Low's self titled debut album has been released by Fluttery Records. Virginia's Shy, Low has released a six track album which is highly recommended to Mogwai, Sigur Ros, Explosions In Sky, Godspeed You! Black Emeror, Sigur Ros fans

Formed as a high-quality, low cost alternative to typical music video studios, Wisdom Video Productions is geared towards the Indie musician who wishes to expand their portfolio and music presence with a custom created High-Def (HD) music video.

GotchaNoddin.com releases Black Eyed Beatz sample library featuring 128 sounds inspired by the creative diversity of the Black Eyed Peas! Includes ambient fx, electronic rises, synth transitions and more!

BLAX makes "Top 2011" list & readies for first '12 performance

Breakin' through the airwaves soon with their newest singles "Unbelievable" and "Party Like I'm Single." HeartBreak Kidz are the next chart-topping force to hit the music world!

Gustav Gauntlett, socially conscious Hip Hop playwright, New York City teaching artist, and urban gardener is definitely someone we should know.

PHILADELPHIA, PA – Philadelphia resident, philanthropist, and rising hip-hop star Azizz is taking the world by storm with several upcoming high-profile collaborations, events, and single releases.

Oh Blimey S.F. very own up and coming rhymesayer drops a verse for Proof Wood Sunglasses

Children's Defense Fund of New York endorses hip/hop artist D Train to assist in fund raising efforts for the children of New York City.

Indie Source Abroad, LLC will be launching two new lines for brands Verdette and Dirt and Diamonds. Never before released photo's of the lines they will be showing in Las Vegas on 2/13/2012- 2/15/2012 at the Magic Marketplace at Mandalay Bay.

Video premiers first song from forthcoming album titled ‘The World Outside’

On Feb. 9, 2012, William j. Barry released his 2nd novel, Sebastian and the Afterlife Book II-Agents of the Reaper. The series explores the eternal question of what lies beyond this life. Barry’s answer is entertaining and refreshingly unique.

Diamond Dust's debut album was released on the first day of Summer 2011 in Canada. It has generated many accolades and critical acclaim. The band is currently touring North America in support of it.

Actor and internet celebrity America Young partners with 8 Sided Films on Quantum Theory, a sci-fi heist comedy. Back-to-basics plan includes basing production value on performance and stagecraft, and leveraging fan support for platform release.

The En Sound Music Awards, one of Gospel's most recognized awards events of its kind, will be heading to the Porter Sanford III Performing Arts Center in the city of Decatur, GA

Acclaimed singer songwriter Dan Coyle is heading to Philadelphia for two shows, celebrating his return from his yearlong European tour. Coyle will play The Grape Room on February 20th, then Common Grounds Coffeehouse on February 24th.

The first article to put the words "hip hop" into print appeared on September 21, 1982 in the Village Voice.

MemphisRap.com will be opening an office in Memphis, TN and it's subsidiary M-Town Studio, a privately owned and independent digital recording studio.

The original hip hop historian has published an ebook a day for the last 9 days on smashword. com; including the original script for the film Beat Street

Lana Del Rey may be Born to Die, but The Morning Birds are here to live and celebrate the release of their single, Born to Be Alive!

Top Jerkin Crews in the country take center stage to battle it out in this year's Showdown LA III.

Cali-based Rosaly prepares to release her debut mixtape, 108, on February 8th. For more information log onto, www.powerimagepr.com.

PrettyDirtBalls Hip-Hop Mc Wizdom MrIminthere Recently, he has begun to give a little back by teaming up with Stanley Buford and the Boys To Men Foundation

NEW JERSEY – Rising rap star Azizz will be co-hosting the weekly ‘Rhyme N Radio’ underground hits program this Saturday, January 28th from 10pm to 12am midnight.

Acclaimed singer songwriter Dan Coyle returns to Rochester for two shows, celebrating his return from a yearlong European tour.

Hip-Hop artist Lil Chris, 11, to reveal why he and other young rappers are 'Youngen's Wit A Swagg.' Brings on Lil P-Nut who was featured on Ellen Degeneres and Happy Feet 2 and hip-hop dancer/rapper D3 for filming of music video "Youngen' Wit Swagg."

Alan and Diane Lieberman Children’s Cultural Arts Series, presented through the Rabbi Norman Mussman Cultural Arts Dept of the Michael-Ann Russell JCC, presented its next performance with the latest and greatest sound in music with Black Violin.

The #1 Source for the Underground, Indie & UnSigned HipHop Stars! Maximum Exposure Made Minimum

The first book ever written about the origins of hip hop has been out-of-print for decades and costs up to $500. But smashwords.com has just published an ebook version on that sells for under $3 and includes exclusive new content.

Lil Brus, an eight year old rap phenomenon from Tampa debuts his new release single and video “All the People Loving Me” with a star studded cast and numerous local performers and supporters.

Artist management company, MTS Management joins both the Independent Country Music Association and the European Country Music Association, while filing an application for membership with the Academy of Country Music.

Shy Low's self titled debut album has been released by Fluttery Records. Virginia's Shy, Low has released a six track album which is highly recommended to Mogwai, Sigur Ros, Explosions In Sky, Godspeed You! Black Emeror, Sigur Ros fans

5-track EP featuring homage to The Smiths’ This Charming Man to be released on vinyl and via download.

DJ, turntablist, producer, break dancer, performer and visual artist, Vargas has been and continues to evoke his artistic and prolific energies towards unearthing, absorbing and contributing to the culture of Hip Hop and its prominent elements.

Formed as a high-quality, low cost alternative to typical music video studios, Wisdom Video Productions is geared towards the Indie musician who wishes to expand their portfolio and music presence with a custom created High-Def (HD) music video.

M-Phazes Remixes Coalmine's Catalog For Their Forthcoming Release, 'Phazed Out'

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Sydney – 12th January 2012 – Effective Immediately – Newly signed Indie Band ‘The Manhattan Syndrome’ release their Official Video for ‘Cold Company’.

He vows to keep him promise and live his dream. Da Public’s Eye is sad to confirm the passing of his mother, Carrie M. Hester. Mrs. Hester passed on January 10, 2012.

Who is Relly Tex? Relly Tex will without a doubt be the hottest upcoming hip hop artist of 2012.

Acclaimed singer songwriter Dan Coyle returns to NYC for two shows celebrating his return from his yearlong European tour. Coyle will play Two Boots Brooklyn on January 13th, then Fat Baby in Manhattan on February 26th.

In the midst of recording the "PM Edition," The Heroes have been in the studio penning and producing verses for musicians such as B.O.B, T.I., Nicki Minaj, Roscoe Dash, Keri Hilson, and Taylor Swift.

GotchaNoddin.com releases Black Eyed Beatz sample library featuring 128 sounds inspired by the creative diversity of the Black Eyed Peas! Includes ambient fx, electronic rises, synth transitions and more!

Millennium Dance Complex will hold auditions to find the next Urban/Pop Superstar in the NoHo Arts District in North Hollywood, CA

Mooncake - the leader of Russian instrumental and post-rock music scene – releases its newest Acoustic CD & DVD on Fluttery Records.

Hip-Hop artist and rapper Chrishun 'Rapstar' Moore, 21, was pronounced dead after suffering from a heart attack. Since Moore's death, the Hip-Hop community in Memphis have been coming together to provide support to his family and his small children.

Fresh & Dope Clothing, a midwest based clothing line, is proud to announce the recent launch of their Winter/Spring 2012 line, available for purchase directly through their shopping site, freshanddopeclothing.com.

Emerging Superstar Launches Debut Album Fueled by the Success of Viral Dance Craze and Industry Rumblings of “A Multitude of Hit Singles” from Upcoming Album

BLAX makes "Top 2011" list & readies for first '12 performance

Breakin' through the airwaves soon with their newest singles "Unbelievable" and "Party Like I'm Single." HeartBreak Kidz are the next chart-topping force to hit the music world!

Idyllwild, CA (January 3, 2012) — Festival director Stephen Savage and chairman Philip R. Calderone today announced the final selections for the 2012 Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema.

Gustav Gauntlett, socially conscious Hip Hop playwright, New York City teaching artist, and urban gardener is definitely someone we should know.

The Extraordinaires is a collaboration album between Zambia based emcee The Holstar (Slam Dunk Records) and Canada based producer Teck-Zilla (Str8 Buttah Productions).

Musical mastermind behind the controversial early 90's band Green Jelly, guitarist/producer CJ Buscaglia releases a new album, Green Jello On My Face Again.

Fantasy World Pictures is at it again. For 2012 Aldrick Williams and his team has put together one of the best Fantasy Girl Calendars that the calendar and magazine world has ever seen.

Hip-hop artist, entrepreneur and author Styles P will head out to South Africa in April of 2012 for the Explore South Africa Tour (ESAT).