[/p]Last month we saw the release of two of the music world’s biggest albums: Jay-Z and Kanye West’s Watch The Throne collaborative project and Lil Wayne’s eagerly-anticipated Tha Carter IV. While fans and critics debate the merits of each album, compare sales stats and speculate on any brewing beef between Jay and Wayne, BE NEXT decided to talk to a man who has been influential in all three artists’ careers, Kyambo “Hip Hop” Joshua. If you look at the credits on the packaging for WTT or Tha Carter IV you’ll see the words “Hip Hop Since 1978.” That’s not some random, inaccurate declaration of rap’s birthdate, it’s the multifaceted management company with a client roster that includes stars Kanye West, Lil Wayne, Drake, Nicki Minaj, Young Jeezy and producer Just Blazeamong others. BE NEXT sat down with Joshua, the creative mind behind Hip Hop Since 1978, to talk about his approach to business and to shed some light on how his company works.[/p]
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After being incarcerated, Prodigy wasted no time hitting the studio to crank out a few hits. "It's A Body" is one of the song the Infamous Mobb Deep member blessed us with along with the visual.
[/p](Atlanta, GA) Old school rhythm and blues is characterized by soulful vocals and substantial lyrics. The music of R&B freshman LB meets the criteria all the way. Although his music reflects the art form in its purest state, LB’s independent label, Shortfuse Recordz understands that introducing an artist in the marketplace is no easy task. The label decided to seize the summer and take every opportunity to get its flagship artist infront of as many R&B enthusiasts as possible. LB started the summer opening for K-Ci and JoJo, one of the biggest legends in R&B history. “It was an honor to open for them. As a kid they were the main vocalists, I would emulate. In my opinion they were the most important R&B band my generation has seen,” LB says.[/p]After the experience opening for KCi and JoJo, LB attended the Essence Music Festival, performing for one of the biggest urban musical gatherings in the country. In addition to interacting with fans, LB took the opportunity to observe some of the industry’s top performers doing what they do best. LB’s jetsetting summer continued with a radio meet-n-greet in Charlotte,NC and later a guest appearance at the Bronner Bros International Hair Show in Atlanta, GA , August 20-23rd.[/p]LB ended his promotional run with a guest performance at an exclusive All-White party in North Carolina. He believes the opportunity to hit the road and interact with true rhythm and blues lovers, offered a much needed perspective on his journey to R&B stardom. With his new single “Take My Time” playing in various markets throughout the southeast including stations in Lake Charles, LA, Charlotte, NC, Columbia, SC and Fayetteville, NC, LB feels he is laying a solid foundation to a fan base that will be able to appreciate his music. “This summer has allowed me to grow as an artist. The response I am getting back from radio and even the live performances I’ve done has been nothing but positive. It feels good to know that there are some fans out there who appreciate good music and are ready to welcome an artist like myself,” LB states.[/p]Shortfuse Recordz plans to follow up LB’s summer promotional tour with additional performances and appearances throughout the southeast. Although radioplay is a main priority, its recognized that getting out and allowing fans to get an opportunity to meet this hot young artist with an old school appeal has proven the key in LB’s success thus far.[/p]“This summer taught me that there is no substitute for hard work and good music,” L.B. reveals. “If I stay focused on the music and just working hard to get it to the people, I think everything will work out.”[/p]For more information on L.B. and his new single “Take My Time” please visit:[/p][p]For booking/radio information contact: Jayar Browne at 678-687-2128[/url] or onemillionsoldinc@gmail.comFor More Information Contact:[/p]
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Before the September 20th release date of Thug Motivation 103, Young Jeezy feeds the trap with The Real Is Back 2 Mixtape. There is a lot of product on the streets to flip before the Summer is over and the Snowman cometh.
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[/p]Drake & Rick Ross sat down with MTV after listening to each others respective albums. Drizzy compares Rick Ross's God Forgives, I Don't album to such classics like Biggie’s ‘Ready To Die’, Snoop’s ‘Doggystyle’ and Clipse’s ‘Lord Willin’.[/p]
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[/p]F-Millionaire flows over the classic and ultimate feel good track, "Closer To My Dreams" by Goapele. The masterful efforts of the Chi-Town native is widely known for his 2nd Quarter, Halftime, 3rd Quarter and The PRE Transition Mixtape. Closer is featured on The PRE Transition Mixtape.[/p]
ATLNightSpots takes us inside Opera Night Club for 2011 2011 Luda Day Weekend. The officially kicked off was attended by Ciara, Keyshia Knight, Letoya Luckett, Lance Gross, Lil Scrappy and Josh Powell.
Ludacris drops Rich & Flexin' feat. Waka Flocka just in time for Luda's Weekend. ATL stand up!

Basketball Wives actress Evelyn Lozada played host to Atlanta's Encore crowd on Wednesday night. According to AtlNightSpots, "Evelyn arrived at Encore around 1:30 with her girlfriend and had nothing but smiles and hugs for her male and female fans who came out to see her in person".
Earlier today, T.I. was emancipated from Forrest City Correctional Facility in Arkansas and returned to Atlanta. Its being reported after the Kang touched down VH1 announced that TIP signed a deal that will follow him as he “re-adjusts to life as a free man after being incarcerated for nearly a year in a Federal prison in Arkansas.”[/p]
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