****CLIENT SPOTLIGHT: Chuck "LYRIKILL" JONES****

Artist Chuck "Lyrikill" Jones was my very first client as an entertainment publicist. He is from New Orleans and is a staple in the underground Hip Hop community here in New Orleans. Lyrikill hosts a monthly showcase entitled "SoundClash". It is a premier beat battle, artist showcase & industry mixer. Below I have posted pictures, music links and information on the upcoming SoundClash as well as the remaining January schedule for Lyrikill so you can catch him around town & experience his talent for yourself. Lyrikill has just completed his own CD entitled "Heart & Sole" as well as a collaborative mixtape with Definition DJ and Core DJ DJ Mike Swift, entitled "Dope Music"...

Ladies and Gentleman....I present to you...LYRIKILL...enjoy...

Heart & Sole Download Link

http://www.amalgamdigital.com/albums/details/912

 

January Schedule:

1/22/2010: I AM AYITI: Hip Hop Benefit Concert for Haiti                                 

                 8:00pm 

                 The Howlin Wolf Den, 907 S. Peters St., New Orleans, LA

                 $10 Donation (ALL proceeds go directly to relief efforts in Haiti)

1/23/2010: SoundClash

                  9:00 pm

                  Maison Musique (upstairs), 508 Frenchman St., New Orleans, LA

                  $5 Admission

1/27/2010: Wiz Khalifa & Curren$y Concert

                  9:00 pm

                 The Howlin Wolf Den, 907 S. Peters St. New Orleans, LA 

                 $10 (pre-sale tickets available; Traffic Boutique 212 Chartes Street)

"Dope Music" feat. DJ Mike Swift Download Link

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=0WMG9MOP

Contact Information:

Publicist, Nicoya Hogan: nicoya.hogan@gmail.com
Manager, Orriel Richardson, Savvy Maven: orriel.richardson@gmail.com

NFL Playoff Recap Week 2

Well, well, well...this weekend in the NFL playoffs was a bit more than just shocking...it made you look at your tv screen and ask yourself, "Is this really happening?"...here's why...

AFC Matchups

1. Baltimore Ravens v. Indianapolis Colts

What happened to the Ravens we saw demolish the Patriots last week???? Because these Ravens weren't focused and definitely were not as hungry as they were last week. This game was all Colts all the time with a few minor disturbances from Baltimore's Ed Reed. Ray Rice was Baltimore's main source of energy in the game but even he couldn't carry the dead weight of his fellow teammates. Joe Flacco had 2 INT's and 0 TD's very unlike the sophomore QB who as a rookie played in the big playoff dance last season. Manning had 1 INT and 2 TD's. Peyton was his usual self, focused, in the zone & clearly in stealth mode when it comes to accuracy. Pierre Garcon proved himself worthy of handling the run game as well as tackling defenders such as Baltimore's Safety Ed Reed. Reed stripped Garcon of the ball after a 38 yd run & Garcon speedily caught up to Reed & made the tackle to end the play. Now either Garcon is a monster or Reed has lost a few steps in his footing...hhhmmmm...nevertheless, lack luster play on part of Baltimore & renewed strength & increased level play by Indianapolis makes for a final score of 20-3 and we will see Indianapolis in the AFC Championship on next week...

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2. New York Jets v. San Diego Chargers

Well this was the shocker of the ENTIRE weekend. The Jets went in to San Diego with all the optimism & hope one Cinderella-esque sub-par team can have and actually came out winners!!!! I mean I made a few jokes & cracks about Rex Ryan being on PCP if he seriously thought the Jets would beat San Diego, Indianapolis & the SUPER BOWL!!! Well at least he got the San Diego part right. New York went in at first very uneasy & inconsistent. They couldn't seem to put together effective drives .much the opposite to San Diego who started strong only to lose steam and inevitably fall short. New York's running game and defense were the main contributors to the win. While Sanchez didn't play exceptional, his defense held San Diego which allowed the Jets to capitalize in other ways. One thing is for sure, Kaeding will probably be looking for a job after more than one missed field goal in Sunday's loss. It was very disappointing to see San Diego start so strong only to lose a substantial lead & lose...LT was silent this game and Sproles got a little glimmer. Well my guess its safe to say that San Diego may have the following free agents: Norv Turner, LaDanian Tomlinson, Nate Kaeding....(Shawn Merriman)...2 back to back seasons resulting in playoff losses after strong starts. My opinion: SD never should have let Marty Schottenheimer go when they did, I mean the man had a 14-2 season just think what they could have done the next season. The chemistry definitely was there and a STABLE system was in place...ahhh...anyway, I digress....in a nut shell the Cinderella Jets are now headed to Indianapolis for the AFC Championship...

NFC Matchups

1. Minnesota Vikings v. Dallas Cowboys

6 sacks, 3 forced fumbles, missed kicks, inability to connect with a receiver other than Tight End Witten...all this together is a recipe for a MAJOR LOSS...which is exactly what happened to Dallas on Sunday in Minnesota. Minnesota came out of the gates on fire...Favre has everything to prove and the team has played at playoff level all season with a few exceptions here & there. Despite the fact that AP All Day was silenced, Favre relied on old faithful, his trusty sidekick...the gunslinger aka His Arm to take over. With a career postseason high of 4 TD's Favre (3 to Sydney Rice), Vikings D & formidable O-Line, Minnesota basically railroaded Dallas. I even began calling Tony Romo the Happy Cow spokesperson because he was eating so much grass...lol...I crack myself up sometimes...anywho, the whole game I was wondering what happened to the explosive Miles Austin or the Million Dollar man Roy Williams?? both absent...so cue the drama...Last play of the game Favre throws a TD and Keith Brooking of Dallas defense goes CRAZY...he walks to the Vikings sideline and begins talking smack to Favre's back and it almost gets ugly when Jared Allen chimes in..Brooking after the game calls the Vikings classless & the final TD "uncalled for"...STOP WHINING ITS PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL THERE IS NO RULE THAT SAYS OK NOW YOU CAN'T SCORE WHEN YOU'RE LEADING BC YOU'LL HURT THE OTHER TEAM'S FEELINGS...UHHH NEGATIVE! Keith Brooking its your job to stop that play from happening..soooo..YOU FAIL THEREFORE YOU LOSE!!! Overall, it was a blowout & Minnesota goes on to play New Orleans in the NFC Championship game...

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2. Arizona Cardinals v. New Orleans Saints

WHO DAT! WHO DAT! WHO DAT SAID THEY GONNA BEAT THEM SAINTS?!? WHO DAT! Okay I had to get that out...well now looks like the black & gold boys came ready to go to Miami for the Super Bowl next month. Well, Arizona had one promising play and that was the touchdown scored by Hightower on the opening drive. BUT AFTER THAT....BOOM! New Orleans came out with the energy and playing level they played with when they went 13-0...Everybody got to shine Devery w/a 44-yard TD, Reggie Bush FINALLY showed up and got 2 TD's...I mean Brees was unstoppable. Our defense basically caved Kurt Warner's chest in...amazing! The game was a highlight reel...take your pick....therefore, I say it again WHO DAT! WHO DAT! WHO DAT SAID THEY GONNA BEAT THEM SAINTS?!? WHO DAT! Yes the Bless You Boys are here in the postseason to stay...can you say HELLO MIAMI!!!! Since the road to Miami goes through New Orleans, we look forward seeing the equally-determined Vikings this coming Sunday...Laissez les bon temps roulette...let's GEAUX SAINTS!!!

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Super Bowl 44 Picks: New Orleans Saints v. Indianapolis Colts

On the Local Scene

Wanna know where to experience something amazing in music??? 'On the Local Scene' is here to help...

Here's this week's lineup:

***1/27/2010 Wiz Khalifa & Curren$y Live in Concert


***1/29/2010 Uniquity: Creative outlet for local artists & musicians

Information below:

WIZ KHALIFA & CURREN$Y LIVE IN CONCERT 

LIVE at The Howlin' Wolf Den

Wiz Khalifa & Curren$y 

with opening acts

Lyrikil, AA and More...

Free Giveaways by Traffic Boutique...

 

Also, Wiz Khalifa will be at Traffic Boutique Wednesday, January 27th at 4:00pm...go holla at the man before the show...

UNIQUITY

                                                           

UNIQUITY is New Orleans' Most Unique Musical Experience

January Uniquity to feature some of the city's most talented R&B vocalists

 Hosted By: Renard "Slangston Hughes" Bridgewater

www.tinyurl.com/UNIQUITY129

WHEN: Friday, January 29, 2010 
Doors open at 10:00 p.m., Show starts at 11:00 p.m. 

 

WHERE: Belli Baci Lounge (inside Cafe Giovanni)

117 Decatur Street, New Orleans LA

COVER: $5

(Advance tickets available at Belli Baci Lounge)

FEATURED ARTISTS:

- Robin Barnes

- BLVD {www.myspace.com/theblvdboy} 

- Tawain G {www.myspace.com/tawaing}

- Caren Green {www.myspace.com/carengrn}  

Come out & support these artists & the man behind the opportunity...    

You just missed:

*** 1/22/2010 I am Ayiti: Hip Hop Benefit Concert

*** 1/23/2010 SoundClash: Premier beat battle, Emcee competition  & industry mixer

More Information on both below:

I AM AYITI: HIP HOP BENEFIT CONCERT

For in 2005 New Orleans was in desperate need of aid & assistance...it is now our turn to lend a helping hand to our distant brothers & sisters in need in Haiti...

Lets come together and raise money for an awesome cause!!!

The Howlin Wolf Den

907 S. Peters St., New Orleans, LA

9:00PM

Admission: $10 DONATION

*ALL PROCEEDS GO DIRECTLY TO KONBIT WORK IN HAITI*

If we don't help...who will...

SOUNDCLASH

Come out to the 1st SoundClash of 2010...the first ALWAYS sets the trend...

Come out and see the hunger, determination as the New Hip Hop movement takes place...

Maison Musique (Upstairs)

508 Frenchman Street, New Orleans, LA

$5.00 Admission and begins at 9:00pm

IF YOU DON'T SUPPORT LOCAL MUSIC, YOU SIMPLY DON'T SUPPORT MUSIC!!!

**Have an event going on & want it featured in 'On the Local Scene'??? Send all events & submissions to nicoya.hogan@gmail.com **

Featured Artist of the Week 1/17/2010 Presents: JayB August

I'm proud to announce Starving Artists' JayB August as our very first Featured Artist of the Week...here is a bit of information about this young man making waves in the industry...

JayB August "Smoothest dude in Hip Hop" aka "Mr. Live & Direct Entertainment" <<<---- The 21 yr old solo artist reporting LIVE from Baton Rouge, La is stronger than ever. He has it all... Love, hustle, sacrifice, motivation, inspiration, dedication, determination, a vision for success & a fan base that loves him dearly. He carries a very unique flow w/ a soul-southern twist to it, which many call a very VERSATILE artist. From the jazzy/ classic/ laid back instrumentals, to the club bangers; JayB August is a true Soulchild of HipHop. JayB's lyrics & music can be heard all over the nation... From Louisiana & Texas up to Chi-town & Detroit. HIS GRIND IS RELENTLESS!!! 

Currently, JayB is working on many different projects for himself as well as collaborations for many different artists around the nation; while working towards his debut album entitled "Love, Hustle, Sacrifice" HIS GRIND IS RELENTLESS!!! "

A wise man once told me a hater could never hold me down..." -August

***Music Links:

Starving Artist pt. 2 - http://www.zshare.net/audio/707814881a94c986/ 

The Urge ft Qwest - http://www.zshare.net/audio/705119788927651f/ 

Superstar - http://www.zshare.net/audio/69887243c3298118/

***Where can you find more from him:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=unsxrmXLyKg 

***Contact info:

 Manager, Reggie: therealreggo@live.com

Publicist, Nicoya: nicoya.hogan@gmail.com

Artist, JayB August: jbaugust.live@gmail.com

Congratulations Mr. August!! Thanks for letting me share your talent with the world...look forward to seeing more of your amazing work...

*To be considered for Featured Artist of the Week, send all music links & brief bio to nicoya.hogan@gmail.com...