The Queen of the Crop® is now an Associate Member of CIPR (Chartered Institute of Public Relations). As a member Nzinga Graham-Smith has a title to her name ACIPR and will be doing the CIPR Advanced course from February 2010. Wish her luck!

Rise 2 the Top! pilot was a free PR, Marketing & Event Planning course for 19-24 year olds primarily from underserved areas which ran throughout May 2010. After attracting over 40 applicants Rise 2 the Top! aims to be accredited at level 3 in Business for the Creative Industries in 2011. To register a place and for more info email: rise2thetopproject@gmail.com. Rise 2 the Top! was funded by European Social Fund and Birmingham Community Foundation.

Shank takes a futuristic look at what life could be like for Britain's youth in 2015 if the recession continues and teenagers in urban areas are driven further and further to the edges of society.
The film features some of Britain's established and aspiring actors and artists to include Bashy, Michael Socha, Kay Scodelario, Colin Salmon and Robbie Gee. Become a Shank fan on Facebook and win a competition to attend the premiere!
Shank hits cinema's on Friday 26th March 2010.
Download the Shank press pack here

Spring was filled with laughter as the as the UK's No.1 urban stand-up comedy show, the Real Deal Comedy Jam, brought yet another smash hit tour. Go to www.realdealcomedyjam to view tour pics.

The Real Deal Comedy Jam continues to burgeon and will be at the Global Energy Weekender on Saturday 20th March at Pontins.
Witness 5 of the UK's vibrant comedians: Maureen Younger, Marlon Davis, Prince Abdi, Hosted by Annette Fagon and your headline act from Channel 4's Balls of steel TOJU. See you there!

GREAT NEWS! The Real Deal Comedy Jam TV Show (Pilot) will be aired on FLAVA (Sky Channel 367) on FRIDAY 19TH FEBRUARY @ 9PM! and every Saturday thereafter @ 10pm!
The episode will feature Comedians from the US and UK Tony Roberts (Host), Marlon Randolph (US), Annette Fagon (UK), Slim (UK) and Kat (Crowd Host). You can buy the TV show on DVD featuring episodes 1 & 2 from the Real Deal Comedy Jam website for only £10!
TUNE IN AND SPREAD THE WORD!!

Birmingham came together in aid of Port-au-Prince for a day of performance and lively debate at the Action For Haiti fundraiser on Sunday 7th March 2010 at the Drum Arts Centre, Birmingham. Ticket purchases contributed a donation to the Action for Haiti foundation. You can still dontate to the fondation by emailing Selina Brown

Universal Music and Decca Records artists, Ireland’s Corrigan Brothers, the band who had the International Hit with “There’s no one as Irish as Barack Obama” have recorded  “MY TOYOTA”- telling the story of the Toyota Car Controversy as only they can.
Watch the video to this humorous song here
More info: www.corriganbrothers.com

Mz Bratt's forthcoming single “I LIKE YOU” FEAT. SADIE AMA has playlisted on 1XTRA, KISS & CHOICE FM, and received RADIO 1 support from the likes of PETE TONG & MISTA JAM.
Although considered a mainstream artist she currently also has a new mixtape “GIVE IT TO EM VOL 2” which is also getting mad love from the streets. Listen and watch Mz Bratt's single here

‘Fallin’ Alone’ was the debut single from talented new artist – Haynzy. His latest track is 'Thinking 'Bout Me' Feat. Aidonia, one of Jamaica's biggest Dancehall/Bashment artists.
Read more Haynzy

Just Bounce Records had a successful launch party on Friday 27th November introducing themselves to the UK music industries ever growing market.
They share a refreshing and respectful love of music and the result is a “Dynamic and proactive” music company that has its finger firmly on the pulse. “We are the link between the undiscovered talented artists on the street and the majors seeking that new raw sound and ability,” says CEO CJ.
The launch was a huge success with celebs, world renown DJ's, and music industry movers and shakers. If you don't believe me read Wohomusic review here

US R&B/Soul superstar Maxwell played at Birmingham's O2 Academy on 28th October 2009 for his 4 day tour in the UK after a 10 year hiatus, selling out the Hammersmith Apollo in the process. The phenomenal response from all showed just how much he has been missed in the UK. Read the review on Maxwell's Birmingham show by Sara Augustus here
* Press reviews on this successful event here

Having peaked in at number 10 in the UK film charts on its opening release (Friday 30th October 2009) , the cast and crew of "Dead Man Running' also came to Birmingham for an exclusive screening and Q&A session to discuss the film and answer any questions the audience threw at them. The film is looking for release on DVD in February 2010. So keep your eyes and ears peeled. To read more about the film here.

The British Black Classical Foundation announced the inaugural VOBO (Voice Of Black Opera) Awards, an international biennial event for singers of black and Asian heritage from across the Commonwealth to be held at The Great Hall (University of Birmingham) on Saturday 31st October 2009. Tickets are now on sale starting from £20.00. Click here to read more
* Press reviews on this successful event here

Check out the amazing UK Funky House video/single 'Hit the Floor' from the Queen of the Crop's very own Rochelle Robertson. This is a smash video/single which has already generated 546 YouTube hits after less than 1 day being uploaded! Lets make it 1000 for day 2!
Check out the video here: 'Hit the Floor'

The latest production from The Heatwave is a grinding bashment version of the soca/grime summer anthem 'The Message Is Love' by Silverlink feat Badness & Jammer.
Reactions so far have been universally positive, not least from Badness himself:
"It's biiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiig fam laaaaaaaaaaavaaaaaaaaaaaaaa ting"
"A heavy jam filled with full-fat bass hits and percussion...Quality stuff from London's best dancehall DJ" FACT magazine
Listen here: 'The Message Is Love'

CONGRATULATIONS to Joel Graham-Blake founder of GeeWee.tv who has won the Central region nomination and has now gone through to the final of the O2 X Award for ' Male Entrepreneur of the Year'. So thank you ALL for voting!
GeeWee is the latest phenomenon in online and mobile video business directory, allowing you to search for and view the goods and services that you want, in an intimate, interactive and cost-effective way!
Registration is FREE and you choose the videos that you want to see, when you want to see them on your mobile or on your PC. You can even receive discount offers and send your favourite videos to your friends and family!
For more info: www.geewee.tv Email: joel@geewee.tv | Tel: 0844 736 5258

The British Caribbean Enterprises’ is a compelling book written and researched by Dr Christopher A Johnson. This highly acclaimed book is to be the first of its kind EVER WRITTEN and provides a comprehensive insight into three generations of Caribbean entrepreneurs, spanning 200 commercial and social firms combined; and covering 11 industry sectors 70 business segments.
This book is a must read and to be owned. On sale NOW for only £20.00 incl p&p (RRP £40.00). Click here to read more
Click here to order your copy or copies of this well researched and informative publication

Professor D (formerly know as Deci4Life/Decifer) is a man of many talents. He is one of those artist/producer who cannot be typecast to any genre - its just music man! Gifted in the areas of linguistic gymnastics, beat making, singing and street poetry, Professor D has redefined and reversed the definition of a Grime MC and calls himself an emirg (emerge) MC.
For more info & Bookings: www.myspace.com/trymyangle Email: Professor D| Tel: 07947 271 264

Music is Life PR Presents... The Spot Light Sessions in supprt of WAYout charity to showcase yet another quality night to include music and film ON Thurs 8th October @ 333 Mother Bar, Old Street, London EC1V from 8:00pm-1:00am. The event will be hosted by The DJ Su-Prize with music supplied by Nemo (Uniq Beat DJ's). Artists include Belle, Joker Starr, Madame Pepper, Jess Gamage and special guests.
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Its been 5 years since J-Kwon's smash-hit single 'Tipsy', but J-Kwon is back and more firey than ever with a banging new remix single “Shake Ya Ass” featuring Ebony Eyes, Gino Green, Kitty Katt and Morse Code from his current major release album Hood Hop.
Click here to listen
www.myspace.com/jkwon

Kners, one of Bristol's finest MC's drops a new track aimed towards the students before they start their new term.
After receiving critical acclaim from his debut album "K In Da Flesh" in 2005 on his own independant label Cristal City, Kners is busy in the studio working on his follow up album, which will be worth the wait.
Click here to listen
www.myspace.com/kners

Root Elevation presents some of Bristol's finest artists and DJ's - Shadz and the Root Elevation DJ's.
With a collective 40-odd years of DJing experience between them Type, Andy Mac & Jay-L are a life-force to be reckoned with behind the decks. And creating a huge stir on the dubstep scene with his versatile lyrics, powerful singing & rapping voice is Shadz.
Out now Producer/DJ Gabriel has producer a super-sized Heatwave bashment remix of Donaeo's UK funky smash.
Find out more



As if Party Hard wasn't big enough already...
Out now Producer/DJ Gabriel has producer a super-sized Heatwave bashment remix of Donaeo's UK funky smash.
Featuring verses from dancehall MCs Capleton, Vybz Kartel, Danny English and Rubi Dan.
Have a listen or download! >> Direct link | >> Mediafire link
Get in touch with Gabriel @ The Heatwave

Check out this hot new single "I'm A Hottie" from Atlanta artist/model Kitty Katt’s album "Diary Of A Hustler" blowing up airwaves States side. Already featured on Itunes Front Page under New And Noteworthy for the week alongside her “Crank Dat Kitty Katt” which was featured for 4 weeks in the hip hop genre.
Click here to listen

The Real Deal Comedy Jam will be at the Club Sidewinder Clubbing festival 'GLOBAL ENERGY' at Pontin's, Camber Sands, Holiday Park, New Lydd Road, Camber, TN31 7RL on Saturday 21st March 2009.
The 5 arenas festival starts from Friday 20th March - Monday 23rd March 2009. This is a weekend of non stop partying to Hardcore-Drum&Bass-Old Skool-Techno-Dubstep-Breaks, comedy (provided by the Real Deal Comedy Jam), Fashion shows, an indoor swimming pool, Amusements arcades, beach volleyball, cinema and much much more.. Click here for more info

It's that time of year again when 69sixtynine Magazine publishes its 10 HOTTEST DJS feature.  Last year, the top spot was scooped by Greg Myers, who went on to have an incredible 2008 with residencies across the UK and Europe.  But who's going to hit the list this year?  We want you to help us decide....
Deadline is Fri 20th March so enter now!
More Info: 69sixtynine Magazine

Foundation Crew presents ‘Bring Your Tunes & Defend Your Sound’ – Sound Clash Euro Edition. Come and support the Foundation Sound representing for England vs Germany.
For guest list or group discount bookings just contact Chopper 07944 212 424.
Your support is needed to have the trophy stay in the UK!
More Info: myspace/marlonbashment or email Foundation Crew

The music producer of many genres, Self-Taught Beats AKA (Justin McKoy), will be releasing his eagerly awaited EP in April 2009 and is working on his debut album to feature some of the biggest UK artists. The first release from his debut is called 'Where I Wanna Be'.
To watch the video and see behind the scene footage of 'Where I Wanna Be' click here:
Video: http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=Qln572M2uqk
Behind the Scenes: http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=kxfBzImgMMk
Add Self Taught Beats to your Myspace

Blacknet.co.uk presents the Valentines charity dinner dance fundraising event for the African Caribbean Leukaemia Trust
This is a good cause so dip in your pockets and help save a life!
Date: Sat 14th Feb
Location: Botanical Gardens, Bham.
More info: www.blacknet.co.uk/component/option,com_eventlist/id,19/view,details/
Tel: 0121 773 2008 / 07931 676 780

An amazing comedy show coming on TV SOON!!
THE REAL DEAL COMEDY JAM SHOW
The No.1 stand-up comedy show in the UK the Real Deal Comedy Jam Show is coming to a TV screen near you soon......
Click the link to view Trailer and spread the word: www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4994ah0aDg

Midlands based Phurry Records releases Dirty Star’s highly acclaimed single “Gangster Boogie” from their up-coming album “Return of the Ruler”, available at all good retailers and downloadable from iTunes now!
More info & to buy single: www.myspace.com/dirtystar2

After seeing MD7 and Seth Lakeman's collaberation performance on BBC1's 'Made in England' series there has been huge demand for the release of their innovative singles 'Find your Way' and 'Climate Change'. The inevitable is about to happen so keep your eyes and ears peeled.
More info: www.televisionary.co.uk / www.myspace.com/officialmoorish