“A Soldier That’s Always Ready to Die”

Destined to soon make his own mark in the world of music, Scrappy has come a long way from the ugliness of southeast Atlanta’s underbelly. A soul survivor of Zone 3, Scrappy was born Darryl Richardson in the heart of a concrete jungle where today’s rubbish piles of bricks represent torn-down colonies of project building once by prostitutes, drug dealers and dope fiends. Lil Scrappy goes one on one with Indiestreets’s Rick Scurti.

Hey guy what’s going on?

Not much. Just dropped my latest album, “Bred 2 Die Born 2 Live” I’m just getting done roll’in on episodes of “G’s Up TV” it’s cool right now…so there’s a lot in the works at the moment.

On Your latest album, “Bred 2 Die Born 2 Live” you get a musical assist from some of the premiere artists over at G-Unit like Young Buck and especially 50 Cent…Are you thinking of switching forces?

No, not at all, I’m still here at BME thru Warner it was just something that Lil’ Jon and then after meeting up with 50 Cent who agreed to work on it too, alongside of guys like Young Buck who actually hooked my up and had me meet up with 50 after getting the phone call from him…this album was a meeting of artistic minds so to speak.

So there’s no chance of you moving your stuff out to the house?

No, not at this moment, I’d never say never but, these tracks like came out that way through an artistic partnership; Eminem, Three 6 Mafia, Young Buck, Young Dro, a lot of people are on my new album because they wanted to be not because I was thinking of jumping labels or anything…I’m with who I’m with as of right now.

Is there going to ever be anything going on with Trillville again?

No, there won’t be anything ever happening like that again, not in my immediate future.

So then, where did you get a nick name Lil’ Scrappy

I got the nickname because I got no problem getting into a fight, I was discovered in a fight by Lil’ Jon….I go no problem shaking things up a bit.

That being said, tell us about “Money In The Bank.”

“Money in the Bank” I’d say that song’s pretty self explanatory and it’s also about something away now, so that you kind of have something for a rainy day. That song’s is where I had the chance to really work with Young Buck after like knowing him for like, years and shit and that was real cool and a big honor for me to have both Buck and 50 in the studio. The second single is, “Gangsta, Gangsta” and that ones featuring Lil’ Jon.

You got so much talent going off all over this album, who was the most enjoyable to work with?

Probably, Lil Jon and 50 Cent, they’re both really serious and very hands on when they’re either on a track or producing a track. Jon’ been there from day one, everything I know, I owe to him and I wouldn’t be where I am had it not been for him, plus he’s a real fun guy to work on a track with. 50’s a really great guy to work with, he’s real serious about his mic skills and practices before he even gets up to the mic, later on though he’ll be cracking jokes and have  everybody in the studio laughing, I was really happy when Buck hooked me up with 50. E-40 makes you laugh your ass off too, he’s a cool motherf@*k*r. Eminem too, he comes into the studio early in the day and he won’t leave until that night, quietly listening to the track right after it’s done…that’s the kind of guy he is.

You seem to have so much going on, what’s in the future for you and is there anything you want to say to your millions of fans who read Indiestreet magazine?

Pick up my latest album, “Bred 2 Die Born 2 live” and vote in “Money in the Bank” and “Gangsta, Gangsta” and don’t forget to watch G’s Up on You Tube, or go to www.myspace.com/lilsprappy . After that, you can look for me to drop a double album along with a DVD of video footage, I’ve got like twenty songs that are currently unreleased. Right now, I got so much go’in on, it’s tough to be a gangsta.

Words by Rick Scurti of

BIG RUSH (NYC)

Today's "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" is with New York's underground artist BIG Rush; from the streets of Gothem blazing the streets with his hot new single "Yall hatez see me."  "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" is live with BIG Rush getting the full scoop on what's up and what's hot and why this artist is taking her style to the level that got the STREETZ talking and people wanting more

Body: JK: RUSH.... first thank you for giving us the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" fans an opportunity to interview you. My first question is: Who is BIG RUSH?  
 
RUSH: Darius Herring, a crack baby that happened to be born with rap skills. (laughs)  
 
JK: Are you currently working on any projects?  
 
RUSH: Yeah, I’m working on my album ''Sugar from Sh*t'' 
 
JK: What do you like doing best? Being a diverse artist or hard charger? Why?  
 
RUSH: Getting a response from the listener. If your music doesn’t get a response from the people listening to it, you ain’t doin ya job. I like being diverse. Its fun to step outside of busting ya gun, and to tell a story. Or talk about a woman you wanna be with, or the war, whatever.  
 
 
JK: Who influenced you to become the performer you are today?  
 
RUSH: I've always been a performer, class clown, a$$hole. (Laughs) I was doing talent shows at the age of five. My rap influences? Come on man. Tupac of course, He's number one. 50 Cent and DMX is second.  
 
 
JK: Where are you from and where did you grow up?  
 
RUSH: I’m from upstate New York; I grow up in the city of Newburgh. The 6th Burroughs. Bust ya gun central. 
 
JK: What kind of music inspired you? And where do you see your self in Five years?  
 
RUSH: Honestly R+B and country music played a big part in my inspiration. I like the why the music painted a picture about what they were going through at the time, good or bad. That’s good music baby!!! Me and you sitting next to Dr. Dre at the Grammy's. 
 
JK: Are you currently doing shows and where?  
 
RUSH: Yeah, I got a show coming up in Newburgh next week with JR Writer. 
 
JK: Are you excited?  
 
RUSH: As always 
 
JK: My next question: who are you signed with? 
 
RUSH: I’m unsigned baby!!! Nobody wants me. (Laughs) 
 
JK: What are some challenges you come across in the Hip-hop game?  
 
RUSH: Pussies pretending to be something they're not, and getting paid for it. 
 
JK: "Yall Haterz See Me" is off the chain. Can you elaborate and tell us why who hates on who?  
 
RUSH: Everybody Daddy!!! Lames on the block, Record labels, Women saying fat niggas got little d*cks. That ain’t right, they making it hard for me to get pussy. lol  
 
JK: If you had to do it all over again, would you take the same rout?  
 
RUSH: Knowin my stupid ass, probably. 
 
JK: Rush what advice do you have for upcoming, struggling artists/producers trying to be the next Rakim, 2pac and Notorious BIG?  
 
RUSH: Do you; f**k opinions. You can do anything you want in life. Don’t let peoples negativity stop ya grind. Live ya dreams to the fullest and go after them.

Success is the best revenge. Make em sick. 
 
JK: All right.... Where can your fans pick up a BIG RUSH CD and where can we watch your next Music Video or show?  
 
RUSH: Hit me up on myspace, I'll be in South Carolina this week. 
 
JK: Rush before I let you go is there anything you would like to say?  
 
RUSH: ''From the block to the booth I rep, I’m the kid with the ill sidestep, I dodge bullets'' 

JK: This is another “R.U.M ON DA STREETZ” debut with hot Hip-Hop artist Jesse Al Malik who can also be fount at http://www.myspace.com/bigrush00 . Now tell your friends and their friends to spread the word around about R.U.M ON DA STREETZ until next time; PEACE from yours truly Jason Knight keeping it real from www.jasonknight.net . If you want to be interviewed for the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" article, just send an e-mail to info@jasonknight.net  and we will e-mail you back as soon as possible. Thank you for you support....

“R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" is with special guest Down South MC's Blunt, Weegee and J.O from Serious Business. Serious Business representing the Dirty-Dirty and hustling to break through into the Underground music seen. These young artists is burning up the streets of Colorado with their hot underground single called, "SB Anthem". "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" is live with Weegee and J.O getting the full scoop on what's up and what's hot and why are these artists taking their style to the level that got the STREETZ talking and people screaming for more.

JK: Serious .... first thank you for giving us the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" fans an opportunity to interview both you. My first question to you: What have you been up to lately?

WGEE: as far as sb the grounp we are doing a few things with Cocki intertaninment , realise a couple a mixtapes with cocky ent. and SB  we are also reailising a track with R.U. M On Da Streetz International Players Next Month.

JK: With the Compilation CD coming up. What are your thoughts and feeling about the project?

Jordon: (He laugh...and pause)...Jordon says "it is going to be the greatess thing around along with exsposer for the group.

WGEE: My thought is that is going to be a great album, because it is going to get us out there in the international comunity and I would hopely get a date with Isa from france. Tell her to hallo at me....he smiles...

JK: If your song was to go to another level, what will be your next step? 

Jordon: The song was to go to the next step I would be exstadic. And with S B it will be an oppertunity to bring more people to the group and the company. I feal that it will bring more money over all.

JK: Who influence you to become the group you are today?

WGEE: We influence our selve. While in Iraq we just came together and never thought that it would be at the level it is today. And one fact that the music that is out there now, isn't the kind of music that a person would remember, example how they going to remember stuff like D4L....candy is only good when you eat it....no one is going to remember Laffy Taffy....We want to be like 2pac or Jay Z, 50 cent, Dr. Dre, when you say Illmatic, or Sugar Hill Gang i.e. Rappers Delight people are going to remember that. We are trying to ech our name in the books.....I an't trying to hate. But I am trying to be real....

 JK: Where did you grow up?

Jordon: I grew up in Columbis Geogia on the south side..

WGEE: I was born in Brookin, but I left when I was 3 and we move to Savana Geogia.....Holla at you boi.....

JK: What kind of music inspired you?

Jordon: It was realy 2Pac, Lil John and East side boy. If you was born in the South you mostly listen to southern music, but I did listen to Earth Wind and Fire, Temptation and I listen to BIG Luther not skinny Luther....rest in Peace..+ ...

WGEE: Well my parents and I listen to B.B King, King Curtis, the whole Motown Family....as far a hip-hop I listen to NAS, Nelly, J Hova, (Jigga Man) and for the note I like skinny luther and big luther both of them got me panties...Isa Holla at me.....

JK: What were the BIGGEST and most exciting show you’ve ever done?

Jordon: We are working on a show with Hot Ent. with Lady Vixen start in the middle of March and we are going to do an album release party with R.U.M ON DA STREETZ coming soon...

JK: Ok…. my next question: who are you sign with?

WGEE: As a right now we are sign with SB Ent. and partnership with R.U.M ON DA STREETZ....

JK: Are you excited about the R.U.M ON DA STREETZ next SHOW coming?

WGEE: we are excited about the realise party coming up and we feel it will sling us out national and international.

 JK: Serious Business what advice do you have for upcoming, struggling artists/producers trying to be the next thing on the streets?

Jordon: Don't give it....when you are doing business...do business and when it comes to friends be friends, don't mix both.. And if you are artist out there that wants to collaborate with serious business....come holla

JK: Being Serious Business….. Where do you see yourself in the next five years?

Jordan: I might be in back in Iraq making music, staying on my grind...

WGEE: As far a S B Ent. we seeing more album drop, more artists coming and keeping the streets pumping with good quality music.

JK: All right.... Where can your fans pick up a S B CD?

WGEE: as far a mix tape you can pick them up at www.myspace.com/seriousbusiness1 , go to Independent Records, Heavyweght Records out of Cali, Itunes, CdFreedom, Upstair Record out of New York, and www.jasonknight.net 

JK: Serious Business before I let you go, is there anything you would like to say?

Jordon: Get the CD

WGEE: Look out for Serious Business and Serious Business Ent. in 07 we are going to take the streetz by storm. Look out for Cocy Ent. mixtape, and R.U.M ON DA STREETZ International Player II coming this Fall....Isa Holla at your Boi

JK: This is another R.U.M ON DA STREETZ debut with the hot artist Serious Business. Now tell a friend to tell a friend to spread the word about R.U.M ON DA STREETZ. Let's show the world that our voice is strong. Let's see the artists we want to see and not what the media wants to see. Until next time keep checking out the R.U.M; from yours truly PEACE, Jason Knight from www.jasonknight.net  R.evolution of the U.nderground M.usic. If you want to be interviewed for the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" article, just send an e-mail to info@jasonknight.net  and we will e-mail you back as soon as possible. Au revoir and thank you for you support.....

{French POP STAR ETISSEM ISA}

JK: Etissem .... first thank you for giving us the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" fans an opportunity to interview you. My first question to you: What have you been up to lately?

Etissem: I am working on my new album for France. We are about to finish it and I m very impatient to see the result!

JK: With the Compilation CD coming up. What are your thoughts and feeling about the project?

Etissem: I think it's something really new for me. I had sung sometimes in english but it's a challenge for me to make a song in english. The music business in France is completely different from in the US. We do not speak in the same
word about the hip hop culture. Rnb and rap, sounds more like pop music. So I just hope that you will really enjoy my track...

JK: If your song was to go to another level, what will be your next step?

Etissem: Maybe to do an album in english. My producer and I was thinking about this some times ago. It's a little bit hard to export French rnb even in Europe. So it's one of my dream to make an album in english.

JK: Who influence you to become the artist you are today?

Etissem: I am the first fan of Whitney Houston. From the beginning to the end...! Her music is always with me. But I am very open minded and I like all style of music. I think we have to listen to the music of all culture. It makes us grow up and learn about one another.

JK: Where did you grow up?

Etissem: First in Paris and than in a smaller town in France. But I am half Lebanese and half from Vietnam.

JK: What kind of music inspired you?

Etissem: Every kind of music. But I used to listen older school sounds. Some music producer inspire me more than other and one of my favorites are Timbaland and also Babyface. Slow and mid tempo songs are what a like the best.

JK: What were the BIGGEST and most exciting show you’ve ever done?

Etissem: It was a show for one of the biggest radio in France with many other great artist. A lot of people comes to see us, and to sing for so many people was a wonderful experience. I hope to do the same this year!

JK: Ok…. my next question: who are you sign with?

Etissem: I am signed with a small label. My producer is from Switzerland but they work for the French and European music business. They are very open minded and usually they let me do what I m feeling.

JK: Would you sign with an independent company if the deal was right?

Etissem: Yes, of course. I think that a lot of times independent companies develop much better your project and album than majors. They used to care more about you because you are not one amongst a hundred of singers. So if they sign you it's that they really believe in your successful.

JK: When is the next SHOW?

Etissem: I hope before this summer. It takes me a lot of time to finish this album and I really want to go out of the studio to make people hear my new songs. I think its the best to estimate the work we did! And one of my wish is to make people dream on my music so i do not want to keep it for me...

JK: Are you excited?

Etissem: Always! And excited is really the good word. Some artists have fear before their show, but I never think that. One of my music producers feel more insecure before my shows than I. It makes me always laugh to see him like this.

JK: What were some of the challenges you came across when coming up in the music world?

Etissem: I will be really honest, I think it was to prove people that you can be beautiful and not doing music only to be famous, but just because it's one of the best way to express my feelings and like I said before to make people dream.

JK: If you had to do it all over again would you take the same route?

Etissem: Yes! I do some good and some bad things but it gives me a lot of experience and i do not regret anything. I think a have a lot of chance in my life and I am a very lucky person so I try to share this with my music and gives people what I can.

JK: Etissem what advice do you have for upcoming, struggling artists/producers trying to be the next SMOKING thing on the streets?

Etissem: Be careful! Music it's a beautiful world on cd but on backstage it can be different. Otherwise I will tell them: Believe in your dream and do what you feel!

JK: Being Etissem….. Where do you see yourself in the next few years?
Etissem: On stage and absolutely not at home...

JK: All right.... Where can your fans pick up a Etissem Isa CD?

Etissem: I just released songs on some compilation or some featuring. They have to wait some month. I think in may they can find my cd in France.

JK: Etissem before I let you go, is there anything you would like to say?

Etissem: Just Thank you!

JK: This is another "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" debut with hot Pop Star French artist Etissem Isa. Now tell your friends and their friends to spread the word around about R.U.M ON DA STREETZ until next time; PEACE from yours truly Jason Knight keeping it real from www.jasonknight.net . If you want to be interviewed for the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" article, just send an e-mail to info@jasonknight.net and we will e-mail you back as soon as possible. Thank you for you support

_{Taylormade [Oddball Entertainment]}

This Weeks "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" article is with West Coast producer Taylormade from Sunny CA. Taylormade is producing tracks with artistes like Nijay, Sweet Geez, Cole, Vellqwan, Haze, J-Stalin, Stace, and AP-9 (Mobb Figgaz). Taylormade has currently released an album of various blends of Hip-Hop and West Coast Vibe. Taylormade got the UK bobbing there head to "City Life" by Nijay, "Bad Girl" by Cole, and "Sweet Thing" by Sweet Geez on Satellite radio www.pulserated.com . Pulse Rated is Europes leading Satellite & Internet Radio station and Taylormade music is blowing up the airways with his sound. Taylormade has blessed us with his presence and time to chat with yours truly from "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" who is now currently in IRAQ.

Knight: Taylor ....first let me say....... thank you for giving us the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" fans an opportunity to interview such a producer as yourself. 

 
Knight: Taylor there is a lot of producers out there trying to be the next Quincy Jones or Jermaine Dupri. In your words what makes a producer a good producer?

Taylor: I feel that what makes a great producer is making complete songs. Not just a continuous beat but with changes and melodies. And what makes a great producer is they make good music on a consistent basis.

Knight: Being behind the scenes can be exciting and stressful. Do you like being the man behind it all?

Taylor: I love being behind the scenes and not up front. I'm able to coordinate more and use alot of my gifts to pull together a whole project.

Knight: Ok. I see that you have a few pictures with a few famous people on your myspace. Have you done any coloration with any of them?

Taylor: I have pictures of when I was out but don't really take alot of pictures in the studio. I'm going to be moving studios where we will have a photographer available so we will have some new pics up soon.

Knight: What advice do you have for upcoming struggling artist/producers trying to be the next HOT thing on the streets?

Taylor: To work hard. Nothing comes easy in the music industry. Stay persistant and professional. Don't ever stop grinding because when you stop somebody else is ready to step in.

Knight: As a producer do you feel that a song has to be catchy to get air play?

Taylor: You have to have money to get airplay today. But the catchy tunes stay on the charts longer when the public recognizes a hit and dance song.

Knight: Alright. There are artistes out on the streets talking bout killing folks, who I shot in the songs or how rough it is there streets. Now I my case, I see a lot s..@t out on the streets of IRAQ and it rough as hell. So my question is to you? Do you believe everything that comes out of their month or are they just busters?

Taylor: I believe some of it is the truth but there is some truth stretched. I feel that alot of rappers are being creative in talking trash in street terms and coming up with these creative ideas and painting pictures of the worst scenarios to make an impact with their lyrics.

Knight: Taylor, I know you've done interviews face to face and for me I just wanted to know if you feel disrespected by me emailing this interview from IRAQ?

Taylor: I actually feel privilaged to be able to get current issues and messages across to IRAQ and in the states. If I were over there I would love to hear about american music and current issues if I was away from my home country.

Knight: Back to the interview....What inspires you as a producer musically and lyrically?

Taylor:  Life is inspiring when you have new opportunities and you have to step up your game and perform when you have new challenges ahead of you. Like when I have to work with a new artist I like to find out there personality and what direction they would like there music to go so I can give them a Taylormade track that is custom fiited to their lyrics.

Knight: Taylor I know that your album just came out. Where can we the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" get a copy of your new album?

Taylor: I can send you a copy and everyone else can hit up iTunes or www.cdbaby.com  or just hit up my myspace page for several options on links to cop the album.

Knight: Taylor before I let you go, is there anything you would like to say?

Taylor:  I would like to say thanks for this opportunity and would love to continue to update you on my career and whats going on in the rap industry. Thanks for your time Knight.

Knight: Alright Taylor...before I rap this up with you..... tell the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" fans where we can check you out?

Taylor: Hit me up on myspace www.myspace.com/taylormademusic  or www.oddballentertainment.com  

Knight: This is another R.U.M ON DA STREETZ debut with West Coast producer Taylormade from Sunny CA bringing you the hottest news on the STREETZ. Now tell your friends and their friends to spread the word about R.U.M ON DA STREETZ. Let's show the world that our voice is strong. Let's see the artists we want to see and not who the media wants us to see. Until next time PEACE from yours truly, Jason Knight from www.jasonknight.net . If you want to be interviewed for the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" article, just send an e-mail to info@jasonknight.net  and we will e-mail you back as soon as possible. Thank you for you support.....

JESSE AL MALIK

[FULL ONE MANAGEMENT/GERMANY]

KASEY BUTLER

[Universal/Blackground Records]

Today's "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" is with special guest female R&B artist Kasey Butler from Corona, CA. Kasey's R&B style has opened up doors to Universal/Blackground Records and now she is burning up the streets with her hot new sound. "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" is live with Kasey getting the full scoop on what's up and what's hot and why is this artist taking her style to the level that got the STREETZ talking and people wanting more.

JK: Kasey.... first thank you for giving us the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" fans an opportunity to interview you. My first question to you: What have you been up to these days?

Kasey: Hey Jason! I have just been busy working in the studio, and getting ready to put my music out for the world to hear!!

JK: Are you working on any new projects?

Kasey: I am working on my debut album with Soulpower productions.

JK: How did it all start?

Kasey: I have been singing my whole life, and have always dreamt of becoming a recording artist. I started taking a class in LA, where you can learn from people working in the industry, and work on vocals, and performing skills. One of my teachers there was Alex Cantrall, and when he heard me sing, he took me into his production company-Soulpower. They signed me as their artist, and after we cut a few songs, they shopped me to different labels. I ended up signing to Universal/Blackground Records, and have been working hard on my first record!

JK: Who influenced you to become the artist you are today?

Kasey: I have always been influenced by artists such as Christina Aguilera, Mariah Carey, and Mary J. Blige.

JK: Where did you grow up?

Kasey: I was born, and still live in Corona, CA. I live with my family, and my little dog Rylie!

JK: What kind of music inspired you?

Kasey: From a little girl, I always appreciated many different genres of music. I love R&B, because it is so soulful. I also love rock, as well as Hip Hop.

JK: How does it feel to be a role model for future
artists?

Kasey: I am honored to be a role model to future artists, because there are so many amazing artists out right now. And the fact that artists are inspired by me makes me feel very good about what I'm doing

JK: What were the BIGGEST and BADDEST shows you have ever done? The one that made the hair on your back stand and had the crowd screaming for more.

Kasey: The very first time I was on TV, I sang for a studio audience, as well as the world, and the energy in that studio was unbelievable.

JK: Ok. my next question: who are you signed with?

Kasey: I am signed to Universal/Blackground Records.

JK: When is the next SHOW?

Kasey: Because I am still working on my record, I'm not doing any shows right now. But I am looking forward to touring!!

JK: Are you excited?

Kasey: Yes I am soooo excited. I cannot wait to get out there, and do my thing!!

JK: What were some of the challenges you came across when coming up in the in the R&B world?

Kasey: Of course you always face the typical stereotypes when it comes to singing R&B, but just like anything, I had to prove myself as the artist I am.

JK: If you had to do it all over again would you take the same route?

Kasey: Yes I would. I am very blessed to have the team behind me, and I would not have done it any other way.

JK: Kasey what advice do you have for upcoming, struggling artists/producers trying to be the next HOT thing on the streets?

Kasey: I would say to just keep working hard. It is a very tough business, and people want to work with people who have a passion for music, and dedicate their lives to it. Don't ever give up on your dreams.

JK: Being Kasey.. Where do you see yourself in the next five years?

Kasey: I see myself releasing my first record, and having success with that. Hopefully starting my second record, and becoming a successful artist in music, as well as film.

JK: All right.... Where can your fans pick up a Kasey Butler CD and where can we watch your next Music Video?

Kasey: You will be able to find my music in any major music store, and my video should be released to MTV around the time that my single comes out.

JK: Kasey before I let you go, is there anything you would like to say?

Kasey: Thank you for this interview, and for your interest in my music. I hope you enjoy what I am excited to bring you guys!!

JK: This is another R.U.M ON DA STREETZ debut with the hot new artist Kasey Butler who can also be found at http://www.kaseybutleronline.net  . Now tell your friends and their friends to spread the word around about R.U.M ON DA STREETZ. Until next time, PEACE from yours truly, Jason Knight, keeping it real from www.jasonknight.net. If you want to be interviewed for the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" article, just send an e-mail to info@jasonknight.net and we will e-mail you back as soon as possible. Thank you for you support

FREESTYLE??????????????

R.U.M ON DA STREETZ interview from IRAQ to Colorado

"R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" article is with Brooklyn, NY Hip Hop solo artist Freestyle who is no stranger to the Hip-Hop World Community. Freestyle's technical style/flavor has landed him gigs all around the world and his message has influence, motivates and inspires young MCs out on the streets. Freestyle has taken his style international and has blessed the R.U.M with his presence to chat with yours truly from "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" who is now currently back in IRAQ after a two week rest and recovery.

R.UM: FREESTYLE.... what can I say...but first thank you for giving us the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" fans an opportunity to interview you. My first question to you: Lately how do you keep yourself busy?

FREESTYLE: no problemo n thank u for interviewin me. i appreciate it. lately i ve been recordin my next solo album n doin shows at da same time. i took a 4 month hiatus to get stuff done, but now i m back on da road again to get some shows done as well.

R.U.M: How did it all start? Why did you decide to go solo, and did you ever think one day waking up you would be doing shows with big artists?

FREESTYLE: well i been into music since i was a baby (3 yrs old), copyin michael jackson, singin, dancin, etc... but hiphop began in 1980 for me when i moved back from panama to brooklyn. since hiphop was all dat was goin on in my area at da time, i had no choice but to be enveloped by it. and since it wasnt somethn negative, i went wit da flow. had friends dat were rappin n i would rap for fun, but not around them cuz i felt i wasn’t good enuf n i was playin around wit it. then one day my boy noticed i had somethn goin when i was helpin him wit his rhyme words. he would use a dictionary and i would come off da top of my head killin him wit vocabulary. he insisted i take a pencil n paper home to write some rhymes. i said na i cant... but he wouldn’t stop insistin. from dat nite on i couldn’t stop writin. he and i became a group n recorded our first demo eva. later on we went solo. he decided to stop and then he moved. i continued on and here i am til this day...

R.U.M: What was the most hype show you have ever done, and kept the crowd screaming for more?

FREESTYLE: probably has to be a show i did in ireland. it was crazy... we were on stage for 2.5 hrs. they wouldn’t let us get off. then afta we were forced off stage cuz da club had to shut down, riot police on horses were outside to disperse da crowd dat couldn’t get enough. it was even in da paper da next day. dat was a dope nite... big up shabazz and dj noize!

R.U.M: Ok. My next question: when is the next show and where is it going to be located?

FREESTYLE: next show is in stockholm, sweden on june 18th, 2006 at da hultsfred festival.

R.U.M: So what do you do to get yourself ready for a show?

FREESTYLE: i usually rap durin da day out loud so i can get my voice used to shoutin. it keeps u from losin ur voice. dats about it really... i don’t do much.

R.U.M: Are you excited?

FREESTYLE: of course!

R.U.M: So where did you grow up?

FREESTYLE: bushwich, brooklyn. i lived in panama for a while when i was a kid. my whole family's panamanian.

R.U.M: What kind of music did you grow up listening to? What kind of music inspired you? Where did you come up with name Freestyle?

FREESTYLE: when i was a kid before hiphop... pop, rock, rnb. afta 1980 when i moved back to brooklyn... hiphop, house, rock, alternative, rnb, slow jams. i d say hiphop, reggae, and rnb inspired me. rock and alternative sometimes inspired me as well. slow jamz and rnb inspired me when i wrote my rnb and slow jams lyrics. yes, i write that too... when me and mc tye formed our group around da mid 80s, we had to choose a name for me. so i came up wit versatile and freestyle cuz i wanted a name dat said i could do many things when it came to writin lyrics. i wasn’t just writin hiphop lyrics, so i needed somethn wit no boundaries. at da time, freestyle fit just rite. nowadays it doesn’t...

R.U.M: What were some of the challenges you came across when coming up in the Hip-Hop world?

FREESTYLE: being able to freestyle battle. that mustve been and still is da biggest challenge to this day. everything else was pretty ez for me to be honest wit u. but when it comes to thinkin of somethn clever off da top of ur brain dats GOOD, rite then and there, be it dissin or not, that’s always a challenge.

R.U.M: If you had to do it all over again would you take the same route?

FREESTYLE: i m not sure really. i think i would. then again, maybe i woulda taken other things into consideration like acting and music skool.

R.U.M: What advice do you have for upcoming, struggling artists/producers trying to be the next HOT thing on the streets?

FREESTYLE: if u don’t do it, nobody else will. help urself. get out there and promote urself. do shows as much as possible. be in people's faces as much as u can. if da music n skill is right, then somebody will eventually notice n give u a chance. it takes a LONG TIME too... don’t think its gonna happen ovanite...

R.U.M: Being Freestyle.. Where do you see yourself in the next five years?

FREESTYLE: prolly doin da same thing to be honest wit u. i don’t think much will change from now until then, although i really hope to move to da next level. 5 years is no time.

R.U.M: All right Freestyle.... Where can your fans pick up a Freestyle CD and where can we watch your next Music Video?

FREESTYLE: my cd is in most major outlets like best buy, virgin, hmv, tower, etc... etc... its on sale on their websites as well.

R.U.M: Freestyle before I let you go, is there anything you would like to say?

FREESTYLE: make sure u hit my website at www.freestyleshq.com , or my myspace page at www.myspace.com/freestyleofthearsonists . thx for da interview. its been a pleasure

R.U.M: This is another R.U.M ON DA STREETZ debut with the Brooklyn, NY independent Hip-Hop artist Freestyle, who is one of Brooklyn’s hottest voices on the STREETZ. Now tell your friends and their friends to spread the word about R.U.M ON DA STREETZ, and let's show the world that our voice is strong. Let's see the artists we want to see and not who the media wants us to see. Until next time, PEACE from yours truly, Jason Knight (A.K.A KidSinsation) www.jasonknight.net R.evolution of the U.derground M.usic . If you want to be interviewed for the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" article, just send an e-mail to info@jasonknight.net and we will e-mail you back as soon as possible. Thank you for you support.....

Black Pegasus              

R.U.M ON DA STREETZ interview from IRAQ to Colorado

"R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" article is with Colorado’s Hip Hop artist Black Pegasus a.k.a Black P is taking the streets by storm and taking no prisoners. Black P’s style is opening the doors for future Hip-Hop artists i.e. FOS, and Acumen just to name a few in the Colorado States area. Black Pegasus a.k.a Black P is truly a pioneer for the music that is getting looked hard in Colorado Hip-Hop community. Black P’s future looks promising with the support of MTV and the local airways in the state has him well on his way to bigger and better things. Black P has blessed the R.U.M with his presence to chat with yours truly from "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" who is now currently back from IRAQ for a two week rest and recovery chilling at the Citadel Mall in Colorado Springs.

R.UM: Black P.... first let me say... thank you for giving us the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" fans an opportunity to interview you.  My first question to you, what have you been up to lately?

Black P: Actually I have been booking my own tours and getting my street name out there. Like most people live on their job I myself I live on music. Booking my own tours and through merchant dicing.

R.U.M: How did it all started? Why did you decide to go solo and did you ever think one day waking up doing shows with bigger artist?

Black P: Going solo was just like natural development I was in-group FOS. Today we are still friends they have there own creative Ideals. Ever since I went solo things pick up. It kind of crazy nothing kind of surprises me. I have been on stage with Jay Z, Snoop Dog, and 50 cent so nothing really surprises me now

R.U.M: What was the hypes show you have ever done, that had the crowd show you so much love that they kept screaming for more?

Black P: Um I have to say the Snoop Dog show it was in front of 6,000 people at the bud wiser center here in Colorado Loveland.

R.U.M: Ok…. P my next question is when is the next show and where is going to be located?

Black P: My next show is in New Mexico it on April 26 and it with Immortal Technique

R.U.M: Are you excited?

Black P: Yeah it going to be a great show, Immortal Technique is one of the biggies Independent controversial revolutionary charge artist out there and he brings in big crowds from all over the world.

R.U.M: What advice do you have for upcoming, struggling artist/producers trying to be the next HOT thing on the streets?

Black P: My biggie’s advice is the term practice makes perfect. Once they have there craft down then they can get their music out to people to start developing fans. And once you build a fan base then you will create a demand for your music.

R.U.M: Being Black P….. Where do you see yourself in the next five years?

Black P: In the next 5 years I see me building up the company Brass Knuckle Entertainment. I feel we will be the next big things out in the music community.

R.U.M: All right P.... Where can your fans pick up a Black P CD and where can we watch your next Music Video?

Black P : The best place to pick up my CD www.black-p.com and then also my www.myspace.com/blackpegasus basically you can purchase the CD there unless you are in Arizona or Colorado

R.U.M: Black P before I let you go, is there anything you would like to say?

Black P: Yeah like to thank my fans and people for supporting what I do. To be honest people say what I am doing is impossible, but the people the voice make it possible to stay in my own state to make something happen. And I all ways like to thank them for that.

R.U.M: This is another R.U.M ON DA STREETZ debut with the Colorado’s independent Hip-Hop artist Black Pegasus aka Black P bringing you the hottest news on the STREETZ. Now tell your friends and their friends to spread the word about R.U.M ON DA STREETZ.  Let's show the world that our voice is strong.  Let's see the artists we want to see and not who the media wants us to see. Until next time PEACE from yours truly, Jason Knight from www.jasonknight.net R.evolution of the U.derground M.usic .  If you want to be interviewed for the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" article, just send an e-mail to info@jasonknight.net  and we will e-mail you back as soon as possible. Thank you for you support.....

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R.U.M ON DA STREETZ interview from IRAQ

It's a great day for the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" fans were we are bringing you and offering you the best in DJs, producers, artists, etc all around the world. Today we have GERMAN HIP-HOP artist and performer, Jail-Da Hustler. Jail-Da Hustler is Germany's "PAUL WALL" for that Down South Hip-Hop vibe that's burning the streets of the autobahn from Frankfort to Berlin. It's an honor to introduce to you "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" fans, German Hip-Hop artist Jail-Da Hustler who rhyme blazing, lyrical tong ruff rising and producing one of the hottest German Down South music on the streets. Jail Da-Hustler's is breaking through the ash and trash and making his name known all over the world.

Knight: Jail-Da Hustler ....first let me say....... thank you for giving us the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" fans an opportunity to interview you today. My first question to you is what are you doing now?

Jail-Da Hustler: RITE NOW I'M WORKIN ON MY ALBUM WIT MY PRODUCER GHETTIO A.K.A GHETTO BOLS THE EXSPENSIVE MAN
THAT'S MY DAWG AND WE'RE BUILDIN UP OUR OWN LABLE NOW SELFMADE MILLIONAIR RECORDS I'M SIGNIN A MAJOR DEAL NOW
BUT I'M GONN STAY HALF MAJOR HALF INDEPENDENT
SEE IN THE STATES THEY SAY IF U WANNA GET FAMOUS GET A RECORD DEAL
IF U WANNA GET RICH STAY INDEPENDENT
BUT IT'S A LIL'BIT DIFFERENT IN GERMANY
THEN IT IS IN THE STATES
TO BECOME RICH AND FAMOUS IN GERMANY
U REALLY NEED A MAJOR LABLE BEHIND YOUR BACK

Knight: Jail-Da Hustler. German Hip-Hop music, can you explain in your words to the R.U.M ON DA STREETZ fans what is German Hip-Hop?

Jail-Da Hustler: AHIIGHT MMM THE GERMAN HIPHOP IS ALMOST THE SAME AS THE HIPHOP IN THE STATES
SPECIALLY THERE ARE NO DIFFERENCE WE ALL TALK ABOUT THE SAME THING
THE ONLY THING THAT'S DIFFERENT IN THE STATES IS
THE HIPHOP OVER THERE IS MORE SHININ MORE BLING, BLING
PEOPLE EARN MORE MONEY OVER THERE
YOU KNOW WHAT I MEAN
BUT GERMANY GONN BE ON THE SAME LEVEL IN A FEW YEARS

Knight: Jail-Da Hustler what or who influence your music?

Jail-Da Hustler: LIFE, THE STREETS, HUSTLIN U KNOW I BEEN THRU A LOTTA SHIT
SEE I'M HALF AMERICAN HALF GERMAN MY FAMILY IS FROM ATL GEORGIA
BUT MOST TIME OF MY CHILDHOOD I GREW'D UP IN GERMANY ON MILITARY BASE'ES
SO OF COURSE I GOT THE SOUTH IN MY BLOOD AND I THINK THAT'S ALREADY A INFLUENCE
U KNOW I COULD START NOW LIKE MOST OF RAPPERS DO

THEY TELL U LIKE YEAH
MY FIRST RECORD WAS RUN DMC, PUBLIC ENEMY, BLA? BLA? BLA? BLA? BLA?
BUT I ANI'T DOIN THAT OF COURSE I WAS LISTENIN TO ALL KINDA RAPPERS BACK THEN
1993 WU-TANG WAS MY FAVOURITE AND NOW A DAYS I THINK BUN B IS GREATEST RAPPER OF ALL TIME
BUT WHO CARES CAUSE THAT'S WHAT I THINK OTHER PEOPLE THINK DIFFERENT
I NEVER WANT TO SOUND LIKE SOMEBODY ELSE SO I ALWAYS CONCENTRATED WITH MYSELF ON MY OWN STYLE
CAUSE U KNOW I THINK IT'S VERY IMPORTANT TO HAVE THAT SPECIAL SOUND
U KNOW WHEN PEOPLE LISTEN TO UR MUSIC IT'S GOTTA BE SOMETHIN NEW FOR THEM
A NEW SOUND PEOPLE GOTTA SAY YEAH THAT'S THE NEW SHIT

Knight: What albums do you have out there and what are your plains for the future?

Jail-Da Hustler: I ALREADY BROUGHT A ALBUM OUT LIKE 3 YEARS AGO
BUT I DID IT ALL INDEPENDENT
AND IT WASN'T THAT BIG CAUSE AT THAT TIME WE DIDN'T HAD THAT MAJOR MONEY AND
IF U WANNA BE A SUCCESSFUL INDEPENDENT ARTIST U NEED A LOT OF MONEY
OR AT LEAST A BACKGROUND WITH MONEY
BUT THIS TIME IT'S GONN BE BIG TIME
SELFMADE MILLIONAIR RECORDS DAWG
EXSPENSIVE ENTERTAINMENT

Knight: Jail-Da Hustler what is your favorite hardest hitting song that you have on your album or mix?

Jail-Da Hustler: RITE NOW IT'S BLACKOUT SOME TRILL SHIT STRAIGHT UP CRUNK DAWG
IT'S A TRACK ON MY NEW ALBUM THAT'S COMIN OUT
THIS AUGUST/SEPTEMBER

Knight: Jail-Da Hustler you have a lot of talent.....are you working with any MC's from the U.S or any were else in the world?

Jail-Da Hustler: THIS TIME IT'S JUST GONN BE ME ON MY ALBUM
ME MYSELF AND I SOLO PROJECT
BUT I GOT PEOPLE IN THE STATES THAT I GONN WORK WITH
CAUSE I WANNA BRING RECORDS OUT IN GERMANY AND IN THE STATES CAUSE I SPEAK BOTH LANGUAGE'S PERFECT
AND ATL IS MY HOME AND IN A FEW YEARS I'M GONN STAY THERE ANYWAYS

Knight: So what was the hottest show you've ever done that made the people scream for more?

Jail-Da Hustler: I DON'T KNOW DAWG IT'S HARD TO SAY BECAUSE THE PEOPLE ALWAYS GO WILD AND GET CRUNK
I JUST DON'T WANT THEM PEOPLE TO EVER STOP SCREAMIN

Knight: Ok there a few artist's in Germany the I can think of from the top of my head and that is Tourch MC and K MC. What makes you style different?

Jail-Da Hustler: I DON'T KNOW DAWG TOURCH IS A VERY GOOD ARTIST
BUT I'M YOUNG, FRESH, WILD AND CRUNK AND U CAN'T COMPARE ME TO HIM CAUSE OUR STYLE IS TOTALY DIFFERENT
IT'S THE SAME LIKE U WOULD TRY TO COMPARE EAST COAST TO DIRTY SOUTH
U CAN'T DO THAT


Knight: Jail-Da Hustler are you touring or performing any were now?

Jail-Da Hustler: NO I'M JUST WORKIN ON MY ALBUM RITE NOW BUT I WILL BE ON TOUR AGAIN SOON

Knight: Before I let you go is there anything you would like to say before the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" let you go?

Jail-Da Hustler: YEAH FIRST OF ALL I WOULD LIKE TO THANK U FOR THAT INTERVIEW AND TO ALL MY PEOPLES OUT THERE I JUST WANNA LET YA KNOW

GET WILD, GET BUCK, GET CRUNK!!!!
STAY ON THE GRIND KEEP IT PIMPIN AND KEEP IT TRILL
THIS YO BOY JAIL AND I'M OUT
ONE?


Knight: This is another R.U.M ON DA STREETZ debut with the phenomena German Down South artist Jail-Da Hustler from BREMERHAVEN Germany bringing you the hottest news on the STREETZ. Now tell your friends and their friends to spread the word about R.U.M ON DA STREETZ. Let's show the world that our voice is strong. Let's see the artists we want to see and not what the media wants to see. Until next time PEACE from yours truly, Jason Knight from www.jasonknight.net. If you want to be interviewed for the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" article, just send an e-mail to info@jasonknight.net and we will e-mail you back as soon as possible. Thank you for you support.....

 MaShEdY         

R.U.M ON DA STREETZ interview from IRAQ

It's a great day for the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" fans were we are bringing you and offering you the best in DJ’s, producers, artists, etc… all around the world. Today we have Daytona Beach artist and performer, MaShEdY. MaShEdY is represents one of a few Underground Hip-Hop artist's burning the streets from New York to the Bay. It's an honor to introduce to you "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" fans, Florida's Hip-Hop artist MaShEdY who's rhymes are blazing, lyrical roof rising and producing one of the hottest Daytona Beach music on the streets. MaShEdY's is breaking through the ash and trash and making his name known all over the world.

Knight: MaShEdY ....first let me say....... thank you for giving us the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" fans an opportunity to interview you today. My first question to you is what have you been up to these days?

 MaShEdY: Yeah no doubt, it's a pleasure. As for what I've been up to... livin' man, just tryin' to chase my dream. Producin', Writin', tryin' to get my music out there, feel me ?

Knight: MaShEdY…. , can you explain in your words to the “R.U.M ON DA STREETZ” fans who is MaShEdY?

MaShEdY: Damn... MaShEdY is Hip Hop. MaShEdY is that type of dude who lives and breathes for hip hop, not only as an art-form, but for the culture itself. I do this because I love doin' this, and just tryin' to hit cats from every angle possible musically.

Knight: MaShEdY what or who influences your music?

MaShEdY: Life influences me. Everythin' that goes on and passes me by in daily livin'. Things I experience, things I feel, things I think, everything man... any and everythin' is an influence.

 Knight: What albums do you have out there and what are your plains for the future?

MaShEdY: Well, I got four solo albums I've put out there. "The Poetical Messiah", "The Devilz Advocate", "There Can Be Only One", and "The Underground Sessions." I also put out a group album way back, we were called Militant Mindz and the album was called "The Ambush." I'm workin' on my sixth album now, "My Escape", droppin' later this year.

Knight: MaShEdYwhat is your favorite and hardest hitting song that you have on your album or mix? Why?

MaShEdY: My favorite right now... has to be "The Time Is Now." It's just real ! I didn't hold anythin' back and just put what i felt out there. It's today, ya dig ? It's just one of those powerful type songs that heads have to feel, whether you agree with what I'm sayin' or not. And that "Carmina Baruna" sample is serious ! I'm gettin' a lot of love for that song right there.

Knight: MaShEdY you have a lot of talent.....are you working with any MC's from the U.S or any were else in the world?

MaShEdY: Thanks for the love man, but nah, no major acts yet, but I do work with other artists out there. A few from the US and actually this one cat from the Netherlands. But if anybody wants to get down and colab, major or not, scream at ya boy, I'm always down to create some new heat.

 Knight: So what was the hottest show you've done that made the people scream for more?

MaShEdY: I'm gonna have to roll with, at the Roxy in Orlando. Only because that was my first time on stage in front of a crowd that size, it was somethin' serious !

 Knight: Ok MaShEdY..... What makes your style different?

MaShEdY: I'm different in the way that I'm versatile. I can do and spit about anythin'. I can hit you with the club joints, the street anthems, and then hit you with somethin' for the ladies, or hit you with somethin' serious that tells a story. There's really no limit when it comes to creativity or substance. So, i really can't be labeled as anythin'. MaShEdY is MaShEdY, and MaShEdY is not a "backpacker", he's not a "gangsta rapper", I am who i am and i do what i do.

Knight: MaShEdY are you touring or performing any were now?

MaShEdY: Nah, there's no touring or performances scheduled. I'm just concentratin' on this upcomin' album in hopes that this one makes some noise and maybe a major label will pick me up, and I can get my music heard by the masses.

 Knight: Before I let you go is there anything you would like to say before the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" let you go?

MaShEdY: Yeah, I wanna give love to R.U.M On Da Streetz for showin' the kid some love, and love to my wife Kimberly for always supportin' me, shouts to my boys Rawdiggy, Justin T, Craig Demello, Dice and everybody from www.ILLHILL.com , my fam, and all my fans in the US and around the world... I love you all. Keep hip hop alive, and keep your ears to the streets. "My Escape" droppin' late 06, check for that and scream at your boy !

Knight: This is another R.U.M ON DA STREETZ debut with undergound Daytona artist MaShEdY from Florida bringing you the hottest news on the STREETZ. Now tell your friends and their friends to spread the word about R.U.M ON DA STREETZ. Let's show the world that our voice is strong. Let's see the artists we want to see and not what the media wants to see. Until next time PEACE from yours truly, Jason Knight from www.jasonknight.net. If you want to be interviewed for the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" article, just send an e-mail to info@jasonknight.net and we will e-mail you back as soon as possible. Thank you for you support.....

_{JASON KNIGHT'S}      NOTE: TO THE STREET

Hello my name is Jason Knight aka Kid Sinsation writing to whom this may concern:

For some time now I have been Deejaying, writing and producing music . Been deployed to three major conflicts and the same WAR twice. I have seen and heard a lot of different styles of Music (meaning I am a open minded person) during my time in the military and for that I am greatful. Now that I'm currently deployed, I am still trying to promote music even though I am half way across World fighting for freedom. Like a spark the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" article is spreading around and what is underground will surface. So if you want to be apart of that spark please feal free to contact me either through myspace or email info@jasonknight.net

" Let's keep spreading the R.U.M ON DA STREETZ around the world"

R.U.M ON DA STREETZ interview from IRAQ

“R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" is with special guest Hip-Hop MC/Producer name Arkitek from the United Kingdom. Arkitek is just one of a few United knigdoms Hip-Hop artists, out there hustling to break through into the U.S Underground music seen. OH bloody hell this UK producer is burning up the streets of UK with his hot underground single mix called, "Dead Presidents Remix". "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" is live with Arkitek getting the full scoop on what's up and what's hot and why is this artist taking his style to the level that got the STREETZ talking and people wanting more.

R.U.M: YO! Arkitek my friend… What’s up with the UK seen man? The underground music in your region is taken Hip-hop to another level. How does it feel be a pioneer of the music that has taken the world by storm called Hip-hop?

 ARKITEK: Its always good to be part of a movement I just happy that I can contribute to the Whole scene . The truth is that it is hard in the UK right now many artists are not even looking towards the major labels for deals their trying to sell us short. Maybe this has something to do with the state of mind of the Britsh public.

R.U.M: The fans of R.U.M don’t get to hear a lot of UK Hip-hop artists. So what song would you recommend to listeners if they came across your music?

ARKITEK: just tell them that music especially Hip-Hop is all about story telling and letting people know what is real in your life i.e. you don’t have to be a gangster to be a rapper and you don’t have to bee a rapper to be a gangster. So in short this art form is so diverse we shouldn’t limit our selves and expect the unexpected.

 R.U.M: Describe Arkitek in your words? WHO is Arkitek, were do you come from and who do you represent?

ARKITEK: Arkitek is my self and im repin (TFLF) from day1.My main aim is to produce, record and promote as much as I can not just for my self but the artists that I have worked with. Artists such as My self Arkitek(Northampton), Dirty-D(Northampton), Union(Bristol) as well as Robot & DK (Birmingham).

 R.U.M: Who is your favorite artist or artists in the music seen today and why?

ARKITEK: I would have to say Talib Kweli because he has opend up the conscious side of hip hop that has not been accepted by the main stream. A UK artist called Klashnekoff from London and my people of course (TFLF).

R.U.M: Your sound is butter and your tracks are hot. So who produces your music?

ARKITEK: I produce most if not all the material herd on the web site and mixtapes. Although I use tracks that have been produced by DK, Robot and Mic Terror all these guys are part of (CBS)

R.U.M: Arkitek.... I know there are a lot of artists out there trying to get their's....That being said....what makes you stand out from all the rest?

ARKITEK: Our Tracks. Their real and diverse !!!

R.U.M: OK Arkitek .... Where can your fans pick up a Arkitek CD and where can we watch your next show?

ARKITEK: Our next show will be announced on our web site but we have some summer slots lined up. As for the CD’s they can be found on our website for sale but look out for Arkitek records “Strictly on road 06”. The Mixtape is dropin May 06 and features all the artists on the web site and more so stayed logged on.

R.U.M: Are the radio stations in UK supporting you and what radio's are playing your mix?

ARKITEK: yep we have had support but the UK market is only interested in track that tells you to shake your booty or Baby I love you. They are still yet to get hold of the realness but as you can imagine the pirate stations is what it is about right now.

R.U.M: Arkitek, have you had the opportunity to open for any one famous or has any one opened for you?

ARKITEK: At the moment we are still on the grind creating our own hype.

R.U.M: What was the hypes show you have ever done that had the crowd show you so much love that they kept screaming for more?

ARKITEK: The best show I have ever done is going to have to be playing at the Roadmenders it was one of my first shows and I learnt allot from playing there that anywhere else.

R.U.M: Alright Arkitek...before I rap this up with you..... tell the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" fans where we can check you out?

ARKITEK: You can check me out on www.arkitekrecords.com.

R.U.M: Do you have any shout outs you would like to make?

ARKITEK: yeah big up Dirty-D, DK, Robot, Union, JRY, Relic mob, Macey Mace and everyone holding it down in the UK right now because it aint easy.

R.U.M: This is another R.U.M ON DA STREETZ debut with the hot artist Arkitek from United Kingdom bringing you the hottest news on the STREETZ. Now tell your friends and their friends to spread the word about R.U.M ON DA STREETZ. Let's show the world that our voice is strong. Let's see the artists we want to see and not what the media wants to see. Until next time keep checking out the R.U.M; from yours truly PEACE, Jason Knight from www.jasonknight.net R.evolution of the U.nderground M.usic. If you want to be interviewed for the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" article, just send an e-mail to info@jasonknight.net and we will e-mail you back as soon as possible. Au revoir and thank you for you support.....

R.U.M ON DA STREETZ interview from IRAQ

Body: “R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" is with special guest Hip-Hop, Drum ‘N Bass, and Electo MC BOULAWAN from Toulouse, France. Boulawan is just one of a few French Hip-Hop artists, out there hustling to break through into the U.S Underground music seen. OH, LA, LA this French Hip-Hop artist is burning up the streets of France with his hot underground single mix called, "Sud Crade Anthem and London Night’s". "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" is live with Boulawan getting the full scoop on what's up and what's hot and why is this artist taking his style to the level that got the STREETZ talking and people wanting more.

R.U.M: YO! bien fait my friend… What’s up with the France seen man? The underground music in your region is taken Hip-hop to another level. How does it feel be a pioneer of the music that has taken the world by storm called Hip-hop?

BOULAWAN: in France the hip-hop takes an enormous importance for these last 15 years. In my region the dirty south movement is very listened to, many of the young artists are inspired by it. The young people know the classics of the rap U.S and French culture but are very favorable to the new tendencies. They like all new school vibes as well as the big producers as the NEPTUNE, TIMBALAND, SCOTT STORCH, LIL JON, DRE, HIT MAKERS, KANYE WEST, JUST BLAZE.

R.U.M: The fans of R.U.M don’t get to hear a lot of French Hip-hop. So what song would you recommend to listeners if they came across your music?

BOULAWAN: more and more french Mc has project in common with star Americans for "BOOBA FEAT AKON" or " kAINRY OL FEAT REAKWON " who are two featuring to check. I am soon going to make a feat with an American which is called APHLETIK, he prepares his album.

R.U.M: Describe Boulawan in your words? WHO is Boulawan, were do you come from and who do you represent?

BOULAWAN: Boulawan is a lil French boys, Mc and producer, I hope to make of big things in the hip-hop world, as producer at first and as Mc also. I come from TOULOUSE the fourth city of France, the french dirty south. I hope represent people who likes the hip-hop under all these forms of the old school has the new school.

R.U.M: Who is your favorite artist or artists in the music seen today and why? BOULAWAN: I am a fan of BUSTA RHYMES, but at the moment I listen to many artists as, T.I, JUELS SANTANA AND DIPSET, YOUNG JEEZY, MIKE JONES, MISSY ELLIOT, and SLIM THUGS also. They rap with underground and new flow; I like very much the artists of the Dirty South

R.U.M: Your sound is butter and your tracks are hot. So who produces your music?

BOULAWAN: I prepare my album, producer who are worked on it are all French producer and friends of me, they called DON, BOUNCELAB. I also produced half of the sounds of my album.

R.U.M: Boulawan.... I know there are a lot of artists out there trying to get their's....That being said....what makes you stand out from all the rest?

BOULAWAN: I think that I make a different music from the one that we hear in France usually, I work on history moved and funnily. I also have some song's most clubs and dirty.

R.U.M: OK Boulawan .... Where can your fans pick up a Boulawan CD and where can we watch your next show?

BOULAWAN: My album is in preparation, but at the moment I concentrate on the production, I have a deal with several U.S MC's and with French MC's very well known, I am soon going to work with DJ LEUST ( the European Dj for bounce magazine ) and the SLAM nation ( the most famous french slam dunkers of around the world ) You can listen to extracts of my album and my instrumental on WWW.BOULAWAN.COM  or WWW.MYSPACE.COM/DIRTYBOULA

R.U.M: Are the radio stations in France supporting you and what radio's are playing your mix?

BOULAWAN: Yes regional radio’s of Toulouse supports me and my friends of "TIME UP" animate a broadcast on BOOSTER FM in whom they invite me to make for me..... of the promotion. I hope to be soon....... able to spend on bigger radio station.

 R.U.M: Boulawan, have you had the opportunity to open for any one famous or has any one opened for you?

BOULAWAN: Yes I've work on instrumental for French stars as well as with some future talents of U.S rap … RON G, YOUNG DV …

R.U.M: What was the hypes show you have ever done that had the crowd show you so much love that they kept screaming for more?

BOULAWAN: During some concert which I was able to make people satisfied, you becomes another man or when you make one maid instrumental and which people likes it and want to rap on it

R.U.M: Alright B...before I rap this up with you..... tell the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" fans where we can check you out?

BOULAWAN: On my Internet site; WWW.BOULAWAN.COM  which I am putting in the daytime with help of my friend DON or on my myspace WWW.MYSPACE.COM/DIRTYBOULA  

R.U.M: Do you have any shout outs you would like to make?

BOULAWAN: Thanks to my family and to people which supports me, thanks to people who believe in me, thanks to my friends and to people with whom I work. Thanks to R.U.M ONE DA STREETZ of course .... lol thanks for all PEACE

R.U.M: This is another R.U.M ON DA STREETZ debut with the hot artist Boulawan from France bringing you the hottest news on the STREETZ. Now tell your friends and their friends to spread the word about R.U.M ON DA STREETZ. Let's show the world that our voice is strong. Let's see the artists we want to see and not what the media wants to see. Until next time keep checking out the R.U.M; from yours truly PEACE, Jason Knight from www.jasonknight.net R.evolution of the U.nderground M.usic. If you want to be interviewed for the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" article, just send an e-mail to info@jasonknight.net and we will e-mail you back as soon as possible. Au revoir and thank you for you support.....

                                        Tello & Sue Dangerous Talk Inc. Radio

R.U.M ON DA STREETZ interview from IRAQ

Body: "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" article is with the Bay Area independent Talk Inc. Radio pilot show on 90.1 fm KZSU. Talk Inc Radio is hosted by Tello and Sue Dangerous got the people talking and raging about the independent movement. Talk Inc. Radio is blowing up the airways with the independent movement and has blessed the R.U.M with there presence to chat with yours truly from "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" who is now currently in IRAQ.

R.U.M: Tello and Sue ....first let me say....... thank you for giving us the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" fans an opportunity to interview such a Radio inspiration as you both. My first question to you is, what have you been up to and who is the hottest Independent Artist out on the streets?

Sue: Pretty much I’ve working with the Talk Inc. Team to put together our first official compilation “Independent Music Movement, Vol. 1: So Hot” which will drop March 21st, 2006 and gearing up for our second year hosting Talk Inc. Radio to give our listeners a hotter show and showcasing as many independent artists and their music as possible. In my opinion as of right now there is no one hot artist out on the streets…there’s actually several hot independent artists out as a matter of fact we just happen to be showcasing about 36 of them on our “Independent Music Movement” compilation…that’s why we needed to make a double cd because there were that many hot artists out there right now.

Tello: Right now I agree with Sue there is no one out there that in my opinion is the hottest independent artist that is one of the reason why Sue & I started talk inc radio and put out the compilation so artists can step their game up and to represent for independent artists.


R.U.M: Tello and Sue there are a lot of producers and artist out there trying to be the next Quincy Jones, Jermaine Dupri, and JayZ. In your words what catches your ear and say, “Hey that is going to be a hit?

Talk Inc. Radio: Off top…its gotta be the beats or the music that’s what initially draws my ears in to listening to as song in the first place the first 30 seconds of the song is a very important factor in a song that’s gonna become a hit then it’s the lyrical contents of the song…its gotta have a catchy hook and a hot verse.

R.U.M: Being behind the scenes can be exciting and stressful. Do you like being the ones behind it all?

Tello: Hell yeah! I always thought that being in front was great and exciting but being able to run things behind the scene is more challenging because you have a lot more to do, for instants, as an artists you’re singing and performing and as soon as you’re done that it. But behind the scene you keep it going as far as making sure that everything is on point from the play list, to the interview, to the guests. Its stressful but fun. Plus it keeps our entrepreneur game up.

Sue: Yep! It’s the fun part because you are at the start of a project and you get to break barriers the way you want to when you are hustling behind the scene. Its always a stressful experience, but your adrenaline gets you pumped and you’re filled with the excitement as soon as you get the final product and everyone loves it. It make you kinda feel like all the hard work behind the scenes paid off. Its always nice to have a vision and see it come to life right before your very eyes.

R.U.M: Ok…. When you first started the Talk Inc Radio did you ever think waking up one day see your radio show blowing up the way it is now?

Talk Inc. Radio: Not at all. This whole thing started off as something we wanted to do just because. Tello & I seemed to always have great conversations and suggested one day…hey why don’t we have our discussions on radio and have our own little radio show just to try it out and see if we would like it and then we hooked up with our Mentor and Resident Talk Inc. Radio DJ Johnny Afro and he help us pave the way. The show has definitely taken a life of its own…I’m just trying to keep up. But on the real I do want to thank to our loyal listeners as well as all the independent artist and industry entrepreneurs we’ve had on so far because of them we now have a successful show.

R.U.M: What advice do you have for upcoming struggling artist/producers trying to be the next HOT thing on the streets?

Tello: Just don’t put out anything. Take your time make sure that you like what you put out. You should be your own worst critic. And definitely not bite.

Sue: Be prepared: make sure the quality of your music is on point and you’ve created an image for yourself. Have a plan of execution if you really want your spot in this industry. Be persistent really put yourself and your music out there. No one should want this more then you.

R.U.M: Being in the radio world who can you say from the entire independent artists you have hosted? Which artist or artists took off and were do you see them in the next five years?

Tello: From the past we have had a lot of artists and I can honestly say that I personally see GTA taking off. The music is different, its hyphy and from the performance that I’ve seen and the music that I’ve heard they really can capture an audience. I played their music in Arizona at a club and no lie the people in Arizona went bananas. Then I knew right here they were gonna be a hit.

Sue: From the past artist we’ve interview on our show the independent artists that really took off to me would be the Hip-Hop/Rap group Aman. They have hot verses on top of some of the best production. We’ve always had their music since the first season, but when we got down to interviewing them we found out they were on of the Top Hip-Hop/Rap groups out in the United Kingdom. I think they had like 2 songs on the top ten or something and got really embraced for their music on an international level. And I gotta thank them so much, its because of them we now have listeners in the United Kingdom making our show international. In 5 years the group is definitely gonna be a household name in the Hip-Hop/Rap community and one have of the group’s member Siege who does mostly all their production will become the next hottest producer.

R.U.M: Tello and Sue before I let you go, is there anything you would like to say?

Talk Inc. Radio: Thank you so much for this honor of being interviewed as part of the Revolution of the Underground Music for R.U.M ON DA STREETZ. Thank you to all of our listeners who have stuck with us for the past 2 years and to all the Independent Artists who have made Talk Inc. Radio possible and successful. Oh…and support the music movement go pick up the compilation dropping March 21st, 2006 “Independent Music Movement, Vol. 1: So Hot”

R.U.M: Alright Talk Inc Radio...before I rap this up with you.....tell the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" fans where we can check you out?

Talk Inc. Radio: For more information about Talk Inc. Radio and to check out recent clips from our show hit us up www.myspace.com/talkincradio and if you’re an artist and want to be interviewed or featured on our show hit us up there or send us an email at talkincradio@yahoo.com

R.U.M: This is another R.U.M ON DA STREETZ debut with the Bay Area independent Talk Inc. Radio show on 90.1 fm KZSU bringing you the hottest news on the STREETZ. Now tell your friends and their friends to spread the word about R.U.M ON DA STREETZ. Let's show the world that our voice is strong. Let's see the artists we want to see and not who the media wants us to see. Until next time PEACE from yours truly, Jason Knight from www.jasonknight.net R.evolution of the U.derground M.usic . If you want to be interviewed for the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" article, just send an e-mail to info@jasonknight.net and we will e-mail you back as soon as possible. Thank you for you support.....

JASON KNIGHT's

R.U.M ON DA STREETZ

Hello my name is Jason Knight aka Kid Sinsation writing to whom this may concern:

For some time now I have been Deejaying, writing and producing music . Been deployed to three major conflicts and the same WAR twice. I have seen and heard a lot of different styles of Music (meaning I am a open minded person) during my time in the military and for that I am greatful. Now that I'm currently deployed, I am still trying to promote music even though I am half way across World fighting for freedom. Like a spark the "R.U.M ON DA STREETZ" article is spreading around and what is underground will surface. So if you want to be apart of that spark please feal free to contact me either through myspace or email info@jasonknight.net we can keep spreading the R.U.M ON DA STREETZ around the world.

WORD ON DA STREETZ:

                     by: Jason Knight

Ya’ll Gon’ Love Me

DOMINIQUE

Today's "WORD ON DA STREETZ " is with special guest female R&B artist Dominique from Houston Texas. Dominique's R&B Hip-Hop down south mix is burning up the streets of H-Town with her hot underground single mix called, "Ya’ll Gon’ Love Me". "WORD ON DA STREETZ" is live with Dominique getting the full scoop on what's up and what's hot and why is this artist taking her style to the level that got the STREETZ talking and people wanting more.

Knight: SO.....Dominique I checked out your single and what can I say....the track is popping and I believe that you have put a lot of time and sweat put into your work. Now that your mix is out there burning up the streetz, What are your plans for the rest of the album, and when will it be out?

Dominique: Thanks. Actually I’m working on a few mixtapes, one with a UK DJ, DJ S.M.A., and one with DJ Johnny Blaze. I am also working on an EP which should drop later this year.

Knight: I see that you're not signed yet. Are you looking to get siqned and who do you want to be picked up by?

Dominique: Yea, any labels reading this holla at ya girl. But as far as what label I want to be signed to…um well I don’t have a particular one, I just want to go to a label that will be as excited about my project as I am and one that will promote the hell out of me. lol

Knight: Dominique.... I know there are a lot of artists out there trying to get their's....That being said....what makes you stand out from all the rest?

Dominique: I can really sing! I don’t need fancy effects. I’m just giving it to you from my soul. Plus I’m a songwriter. I write all my own material.

Knight: Most artists don't like to compare themselves to others, for the fact of individuality (meaning style) being known for there talent/work. With your mix .....(a blend of R&B Hip Hop Down South flavor) where do you get inspiration from?

Dominique: I am the hugest Tina Turner fan. I idolize her, from her stage show to her voice. She inspires me. But we have our own sound down here in the H, so I’m sure I have some of the elements of that.

Knight: OK D .... where can your fans pick up a Dominique CD and where can we watch your next show?

Dominique: On my website divadominique.net, fans can buy my single, my ring tones and download mixtapes that I’m featured on. They can also find out what my upcoming shows are.

Knight: Are the radio stations in H-Town supporting you and what radio's are playing your mix?

Dominique: In Houston, Acres Home station 96.1 Tha Zone plays my songs. Shout out to them for the support. But the UK is actually giving me mad airplay right now. Shout out to DJ S.M.A for making that happen.

Knight: Dominique, have you had the opportunity to open for any one famous or has any one opened for you?

Dominique: I’m new so I am usually the opening act, but I opened for Hawk (He’s big out here) just a few days ago.

Knight: What was the hypest show you have ever done that had the crowd show you so much love that they kept screaming for more?

Dominique: I would have to say recently I did a show downtown and my music was really messing up. I just told the DJ to just cut the track off and let me do it accapella. The crowd was really feeling the fact that I did that! They loved it.

Knight: Alright D...before I rap this up with you..... tell the "WORD ON DA STREETZ" fans where we can check you out?

Dominique: You can check out my website www.divadominique.net , and if you are on Myspace you can hit me up at http://myspace.com/msdominiquemusic

Knight: Do you have any shout outs you would like to make?

Dominique: Yea, shout outs to Robert, Les, Kg, DJ S.M.A, and all my fans. Thanks Jason for supporting my grind.

Knight: This is another WORD ON DA STREETZ debut with the hot new artist Dominique from H-Town bringing you the hottest news on the STREETZ. Now tell your friends and their friends to spread the word about WORD ON DA STREETZ. Let's show the world that our voice is strong. Let's see the artists we want to see and not what the media wants to see. Until next time PEACE from yours truly, Jason Knight from www.jasonknight.net. If you want to be interviewed for the "WORD ON DA STREETZ" article, just send an e-mail to info@jasonknight.net and we will e-mail you back as soon as possible. Thank you for you support.....

WORD ON DA STREETZ:

by: Jason Knight

 Today?s "WORD ON DA STREETZ" interview is with hip-hop DEVA Jade Foxx; Jade Foxx from the urban streets of Florida. Jade Foxx has and still blessing the MIC with a number of DJ?s and has release a ALBUM called " Let A Woman Handle This" the mix tape series. Jade Foxx has given "WORD ON DA STREETZ" an opportunity to interview her and give an inside of her exclusive success in the rap game. As we chat through e-mail this hot new artist Jade-Foxx "WORD ON DA STREETZ " got nothing but love to give.

Knight: So?..Jade Foxx "WORD ON THE STREETZ" would like to know what motivates you to pursue the most controversial world of Hip-hop.

Jade Foxx: Among all the negativity and political bullshit that goes on in HipHop and behind the scenes, I am so drawn into it that I can't fall back no matter how hard I might try. When I hear music that I find to be "sub-par" that right there is motivation. When people say that HipHop is dead, that is motivation to me. I am motivated by all the haters, all the folks who say chicks can't hold their own, and all the nay-sayers in general. I'm motivated by the thought that I can really make history in this controversial HipHop world, and that's what I got to do.

 Knight: Do you feel with more Hip-Hop Deva?s joining the world of hip-hop that it harder to make a name in the music seen?

Jade Foxx: It could cause a little bit of a problem because it's already hard for a female to break into the male-dominated game with virtually no female competition, and get respected. We gotta try twice as hard to get it poppin'... Being a femcee is a good thing but it also has many disadvantages that come along with it. I think that if a chick has the complete package & the right team behind her, she is bound to reach the top regardless of the other females. As for me, I have spent 3 years already establishing my name, so I am not really concerned with the other chicks entering the game. It's dope that more females are stepping in, but I haven't discovered too many that I compare myself with because styles are so different. You can't categorize a grimey street chick with an underground conscious chick, it's 2 completely different ends of the spectrum. The only thing I find to be hard is when folks assume I am gonna sound like the last chick they heard, eventhough 99%

Knight: What makes your style/ flow different from every one else?

Jade Foxx : My style can't really be categorized... I am not hood, not raunchy, not pop, not crunk... I am semi-conscious and I only say that because in my songs I speak on real issues alot of times, and nowadays all we hear about is partying, fucking, and other similar things. I can do it all, but MY style is my style. My flow is often considered "east coast" I guess because of my swagger, I'm down south but I don't really sound like alot of the artists in the south. I have a unique voice that stands out and you will definitely recognize it if you hear it more than once.

Knight: My understanding in your BIO?.. Your music is playing on the radio. How does that make you feel hearing your music being played on the radio? What radios are playing your music and how is the air audience responding?

 Jade Foxx: Well it is truly an amazing feeling to hear it myself on the radio, but it is really dope when someone out of state says they've heard me on the radio in their area!!! A few projects I did were & are played on a lot of commercial mixshows all over the country, and I have been fortunate enough to get alot of support on college & satellite radio too as well as internet radio. Even better, I have had the opportunity to do radio Intro's for DJ's across the US by request - Intro's that get played everytime their show is on. I can be heard on WDBK 91.5 (NJ), KBOL 100.1 (IL), WBTP 95.7 (FL), WWLD 102.3 (FL), KALA 88.5 (IA), WBFA 101.3 (GA), KOQL 106.1 (MO), KJLH 102.3 (CA), KKSS 97.3 (NM), KGGI 99.1 (CA), KKMG 98.9 (CO), KHQT 103 (NM), & WVOF 88.5 (CT) to name a few. You can also catch me on Sirius 40 & XM 67 and various internet stations. The response from the listeners has been really good, and it is only gonna get better once I really impact the radio

Knight: As a Producer/DJ do you feel that the radio stations have something to do with what?s being play or not played on the radio? Why do you feel that way?

Jade Foxx: Absolutely, the radio stations have certain formats they must follow, music they must play in their sets. This is why you hear the same music rotating on all these commercial stations. There is music that you will never hear on commercial radio and really what it all boils down to is money & connections, this is a business. Call it payola if you will, but I doubt these Program Directors are breaking these records for free, someone is getting hit off by the label. To be honest with you, I cant even listen to the radio for more than a day.

Knight: Ok Jade in your BIO it said you are influenced by a number of artistes. Which artist would you say you are inspired the most and why?

Jade Foxx: I'm inspired by Lauryn Hill because of what she has to say, I get really motivated when I listen to her music as well as Nas, KRS ONE, Jean Grae, Eminem, dead prez, Jay-Z, 2Pac, & Common to name a few. I just feel like all of these artists speak their mind and are not afraid of their own individuality.

Knight: Being in the music seen?. Do you do you feel it is harder or easier now being a DEVA in at the rap seen getting shows and airplay?

Jade Foxx: It is still not easy, I am still an artist on the come-up and my buzz has grown but still continues to grow. It gets better by the day though, all I can say is 2006 is gonna be a good year!!!!!!!

Knight: Describe your music for the "WORD ON THE DA STREETZ" audience. And if I pick up your CD what track would you want me to hear first?

Jade Foxx: My music is something that will have you wanting to hear more, I spit & sing from the heart. The flow is crazy, the content is deep, the skills can't be denied. I got something for everyone. Bottom line is, YOU GOTTA HEAR IT!!! When you pick up the CD, start at the intro so you can hear what you're in for, then check out the rest of it :)

Knight: How long have you been performing and why do you love what you do?

Jade Foxx: Been performing for 4 years and I love it because it is how I express myself and it is a part of me, if my fans love it I love it too.

Knight: Jade Foxx before I rap this up; let your fans know when you are performing again and were can we the fans pick up your next CD?

Jade Foxx: Some shows are in the works, make sure you check out www.Jade-Foxx.com  for updated show schedule. You can order "Let A Woman Handle This! Vol. 2: Every Man Needs A Mixtress!" as www.Jade-Foxx.com/store  as well as my new mixtape that will be dropping late December 2005. Album dropping very soon!!!!! CHECK FOR THAT!!! Thank you J for the support, it is so appreciated!!! Shoutout to all the fans, djs, and supporters worldwide holding me down!!!!

Knight: YO! That was Jade Foxx. Check out her CD at a music store location near you. Please feel free to contact Jason Knight at info@jasonknigt.net  . Jason Knight wants you or your crew to contact and publish your storey or event with "WORD ON DA STREETZ"; let your fans know what?s going on. Again thank you for your time. That?s the "WORD ON DA STREETZ".

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By: Jason Knight

Today’s "WORD ON DA STREETZ" interview is with hip-hop underground Deejay; DJ 7 from Colorado. 7 just got back from European tour and recuperating from a month long spinning; he’s regrouping for the next event that's coming up. 7 brought "WORD ON DA STREETZ" to his lab in Colorado. As we go through 7’s airtight security system. "WORD ON DA STREETZ" has a lot of questions to ask; as DJ-7 tells all.

Knight: 7 we’ve known each other since the spring of 2002 from the WAZ UP club days. So what have you been up to lately?

 7 Honestly not as much as I'd like to be. I mostly do the gigs that pay the bills and in my spare time work on original music for my group's album.

 Knight: Man you have came along way. So tell me how has it been for you reference to your success?

7 Well' I guess some people would consider the fact the we get local airplay and can tour and actually make money a success, and of course you're always a success when can do what you enjoy, but we have a long way to go. I'd be happy if everyone knew 7Fold as a household word, but I'll settle for getting some more exposure when we complete this new album. However, I will say I do take some pride in the fact that I came from rocking underground warehouse parties to having my own digital recording paradise.

 Knight: Now that you’re back from Europe. What is your future plans for your group 7fold?

 7 Well we've been working on an album for a lot longer than we should've of been, but that's only because I've been scrapping anything that didn't come with a new feel and a little bit of a different sound. Gin (the other guy in the group) gets mad sometimes but he knows after being a club dj for so many years I have a real ear for the beats. I guess to answer your question we'll finish this album and start promoting and touring, more locally too hopefully. We have also been asked by Irish promotor Robbie Brennan (better known as the drummer from "The Regulators" and "Thin Lizzy") to try to set up a tour for 2006 in Ireland and the U.K..

Knight: I remember you saying one of your tracks was played or playing on the radio. What’s the name of the track or tracks and what radio station or stations is pumping your songs?

 7 We have had "Consequence" and "Bottoms Up" played on 96.1 The Beat. Big up to Jammer and Karson for that! I also had some older r&b material played on some other local radio stations when I was a member in various different groups.

 Knight: How did the radio air audience respond?

7 Actually a lot stronger and more positivly than I was expecting as a relatively unknown artist. We got tons of calls from listeners. A lot of female fans that we didn't even know we had, so ladies if you're out there call me (LOL).

Knight: As a Producer/DJ do you feel that the radio stations have something to do with what’s being play or not played on the radio? Why do you feel that way?

7 Well, for a local artist most definatly and on a national level too but to a lesser extent, but they still play a huge part in purveying what's hot and what's not to the mass audience. On a local level I feel this way because once someone hears your song and get's it in they're head they're gonna want to check out your stuff. It's hard to get an in as a nonsolicited artist though. That's why we hooked up with ASCAP here in the states, and IMRO in Ireland, wich should be a big help in getting our music to the radio stations.

 Knight: Ok 7 lets change the subject for a moment. You get a new artist in you lab. How does working with new artist make you feel?

 7 Every time you can tap into someone's creative juices it's amazing. There are even times when I'll be working with someone who is strictly a vocalist and they'll inspire a new beat. The same has happend with producers who don't write lirics because they have inspired me to write the tight hook that makes that song, or just sparked some smooth lirics. I also always enjoy bringing someones creative vision to life even if I do nothing more then record and arrange it.

 Knight: Why?

7 I think that it helps me to get a new angle on things and stay fresh. Plus it's always good to have constructive critism or just see what different dirrection someone else will go with the beats I've made.

 Knight: Describe your music for the "WORD ON THE DA STREETZ" audience. How is it different from anybody else’s the on the street?

7 We like to call our style "Flow", because it does just that, flows. Our style ranges from a jazzy r&b sound to straight up hip-hop. We like to dabble in the melodic sounds, but will also drop old school-ish and some almost tribal rythmic riffs.

 Knight: How long have you been Producing/Djing and why do you love what you do?

 7 Well as a professional hmm, who knows when that actually started or will start on another level. As an amateur I have been performing and writting since I can remember, but I just recently with in the last 4 or 5 years started producing all my own music. As long as I can remember music is what made me get up in the morning. If I can put my best effort forth while enjoying my self and better yet bring enjoyment to others, then that what it's all about.

Knight: 7 before I rap this up; let your fans know when you are Deejay-ing or group performing again? Were can we the fans pick up your next CD?

 7 Well right now we're in the lab quite a bit but I'll be sure and keep you posted. For now if you e-mail me I'll be happy to shoot an mp3 sample to anyone who wants one, and will also inform you where you can purchase the singles that are available at any given time. E-Mail: djc7productions@yahoo.com

 Knight: YO! That was Producer/DJ 7. Check out his crew 7fold; plus get their CD at a music store location near you. Please feel free to contact Jason Knight at info@jasonknigt.net. Jason Knight wants you or your crew to contact and publish your storey or event with "WORD ON DA STREETZ"; let your fans know what’s going on. Again thank you for your time. That’s the "WORD ON DA STREETZ".

?R.U.M?ON?DA STREETZ:

?by: Jason Knight

MC's are looking for hot tracks to battle with. Jason Knight had the opportunity to work with and hook up with JSMURK from Califonia. JSMURK is from the coast and this is what he had to say:

Knight: What is it that you like about the music that comes out of the lab of All Knight Entertainment?

JSMURK: Yo the music is hype and original...nothing like it on the street. I can flow so many different ways....Just can't stop.

Knight: Do you feel like you can go some were else and get the same results?

JSMURK: Nah....Well maybe I could, but for me it's like you give artists a chance to shine regardless of were they come from. Throw down a few tracks and next thing you know we're recording. One of the smoothes beats out on the block.

Knight: JSMURK what style/flow would you say you are trying to copy?

JSMURK: COPY.........! Look man I don't copy no one, because I feel that what I have is unique, but?hot enough that I can get the joint popping and off the rector scale. Blowing up the mic the Smurk way and not like any body else out there.

Knight: Sooo.... who do you like as an artist?

JSMURK: I like alot of artist, but the one artists that sticks out in my mind is Parliament, Bootsy Collins, Funkadelic, George Clinton..ect... Just to name a few.

Knight: Like the funk...that's coool... that's cool

Knight: Well JSMURK it was nice to talk to you what going on with you and tell me what you got hot on the Streetz

JSMURK: Jason what's hot is the W.A.R, Still that man, Who's that, Restless, ... That going on your new Album "Survival Series"

Knight: JSMURK I would like to say keep up the hard work and keep plugging away.

Knight: And that's the?Word on da streetz........be interviewed for an article for the "R.U.M ON THE STREETZ". Let people know how and what you or your crew is doing on the streetz. Be a voice and share your views and keep you fans updated. For more info please drop a line at info@jasonknight.net?and I or my staff with get back with you ASAP. Again thank you for you time Jason Knight