B-BOY “LIL ROCK” CROWNED WINNER AT RED BULL BC ONE LAS VEGAS CYPHER

Advances to Red Bull BC One National Final in Houston on August 17th

Sin City was set afire last weekend as the best b-boys from the West Coast went head to head in a fierce battle during the Red Bull BC One Cypher under the lighted canopy at the Fremont Street Experience in downtown Las Vegas. The open-air location allowed more than 2,000 spectators to be treated to a night of intense battles, and ultimately, the Red Bull BC One judges Neguin (Red Bull BC One All Star), Teknyc (Skill Methodz Crew) and Floor Rock (Rock Skittles) crowned Lil Rock as the Las Vegas regional champion.

After besting 15 other prominent West Coast b-boys in Las Vegas, Lil Rock will now advance to compete in the U.S. National Finals in Houston on August 17^th and battle his way to the top for the chance to represent America in the Red Bull BC One World Championship event in Seoul, South Korea this November. Hailing from Orange County, Calif., Lil Rock (Killafornia Crew) boasts accomplishments including five championship titles from Freestyle Session and a pro-am championship title. Lil Rock wowed the audience and judges throughout the night with his original and explosive signature moves including the head lotus wave and Aladdin freeze.

“I’m humbled by the title the judges have given me,” said Lil Rock. “I honestly did not expect to win. I went into this competition with hard training and a strong focus on being the best that I can. I am looking forward to being a part of the Red Bull BC One program and continue to introduce the b-boy culture to the world.”

“Lil Rock is definitely the right winner for this cypher, said Tecnyc, one of three judges. “Seeing what he accomplished today was inspiring for all of us. He brought his personality, musicality, originality and execution. He was calm, collected and phased the components with respect. He definitely represents what this dance culture is about and pushes the envelope to the next level. I can’t wait to see him in Houston and hopefully proceed to the World Final.”

“This event was definitely history in the making. As a Vegas native, I want to work towards building our city to become the b-boy capital. All in all, Red Bull was able to make our dream into a reality,” said Ronnie, a Red Bull BC One world champion (2007) and All Star.

Now in its 10th year, Red Bull BC One has earned the reputation as a showcase for the world’s best b-boys. While many competitions focus on crew battles, Red Bull BC One’s one-on-one, single elimination battle format focuses on talents and strength of the individual dancer. Judges score the b-boys on their battle strategy, power moves, dance foundation, fresh routine, and overall style. More than 60 cyphers will be held around the world, with 16 b-boys advancing to Seoul, making this a true world championship.

Visit redbullbcone.com to learn more about the events, All-Star dancers and to watch past battles.

Facebook: www.facebook.com/redbullbcone

The JazzReggae Festival at UCLA is celebrating its 27th year this Memorial Day Weekend! The amazing music is just one of many brilliant aspects of the JazzReggae Festival at UCLA. JazzReggae proudly hosts a diverse array of 30 food vendors ranging from coastal Jamaican to fresh Vegetarian and Vegan, and a unique display of 33 craft vendors selling apparel, jewelry, and beyond.

The art showcased in the art exhibit will come from the X is the Weapon collective, Sole bike shop, Canlove: A Graffiti Recycling Program, and installations designed by UCLA students. With an awesome music lineup, distinguished art displays and a diverse selection of delicious food from all over LA the festival provides an enriching experience that can only be found within the community of people that it attracts

TICKETS & INFO: http://www.jazzreggaefest.com

“The Hangover Part III Prize Pack” Sweepstakes

Win a super cool The Hangover Part III prize pack including a toiletry “hangover” kit and aviator style sunglasses on behalf of the film by answering the following thematic question:

Q: Watch The Hangover Part III trailer, how much money does Mr. Chow steal from Marshall?  

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Email us the answer to submit[at]fusicology[dot]com with the subject “The Hangover Part III containing your full name and mailing address in the body (we will never share your info)

1 grand prize including:

·         Toiletry “The Hangover Part III “Bag with Antiseptic Swabs, Aspirin, Lip Balm, Mints in Tin and Band-Aids
·         Alternate Apparel Henley
·         iPhone Case Bottle Opener
·         Next Level Ladies’ “The End.” Oatmeal V-Neck
·         The Hangover 3 Drink Tumbler
·         The Hangover 3 Foam/Mesh Trucker Hat
·         Aviator Sunglasses
·         2 pairs of tickets to see The Hangover 3

The Joint Chiefs (Rhettmatic x Frank Nitt), Nia Andrews, Eric Lau ft. Tawiah, The Black Opera ft. Mayer Hawthorne, Radiation City x G_Force ft. TxE, DJ shErOck, BoardWalk, LeFtO, Guru & Solar, Spasmodic Movements Radio: SMR-Fusicology In My Head Mix, The GiKu Experience Radio Show, DJ Kemit, Djeff Afrozila, Roger Riddle & more

FREE DOWNLOAD: The Joint Chiefs (Rhettmatic x Frank Nitt), “The Smoke Musik EP”

FREE DOWNLOAD: Nia Andrews, “Colours (Hiatus Kaiyote Transmutation)”

FREE DOWNLOAD: Eric Lau ft. Tawiah, “Where To Go Now”

FREE DOWNLOAD: The Black Opera ft. Mayer Hawthorne, “Queen Of Hearts (Oddisee Remix)”

FREE DOWNLOAD: Radiation City x G_Force ft. TxE, “Zombies (Remix)”

STREAM: DJ shErOck, “Lil Red Room”

STREAM: BoardWalk, “I’m To Blame”

MIX: LeFtO, “Show #546

MIX: Guru & Solar, “Basement on BBC extra”

PODCAST: Spasmodic Movements Radio, “Fusicology Mix: In My Head”

MIX: The GiKu Experience Radio Show, “The Dancer In Me EP”

MIX: DJ Kemit Presents “Kickin’ Up Dust May Mix”

MIX: Djeff Afrozila, “Kazukuta Vol. 26″

MIX: Roger Riddle, “Dance Floors Of Futures Past”

Glenn Underground ft. Consuela Ivy- I Am Not In Love (Anthony Nicholson Miquifaye Vocal Mix)

Kayenne- Love Don’t Love You Back (NDATL Main Mix)

Eric King- The Pick Up (N’dinga Gaba’s Remix)

Dj Muzi Gp ft. Mr. Ntatshana- Herbmalume (Aero Manyelo Remix)

Timmy Regisford & Adam Rios- Rules of the Jungle Bump Instrumental

Demor ft. Bucie, Black Coffee and Zakes Bantwini- The One

Alton Miller ft. Thato- Waiting For You (Franco De Mulero, The Soul Creative Ibitaly Remix)

Timmy Regisford & Adam Rios- Love Me In a Special Way (Vocal)

Tony Noodles- Coqui (Mr. V ft. Miss Patty Remix)

India.Arie- Always In My Head (Shelter Remix)

For Bookings: Email djdoc22@gmail.com

With hundreds of bands vying for their chance to rock this year’s Afro-Punk Fest, RoseMary Fiki is determined to stand out from the crowd and prove why she deserves your vote. Let the music speak for itself as you get introduced to the Nigerian bred, American born, Philly made singer. Vote for the RoseMary Fiki Band today!

How to Vote? Two Easy Steps

1. Click on Afro-Punk’s link and “Like” their page

2. Then click on: http://bit.ly/15CYx80 and hit the VOTE button for The RoseMary Fiki Band

Free Download: Ooh on Soundcloud

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The entire music technology ecosystem gathers under one roof for iAm Digital! 

Digital Mind State announces the collocation of iAm Digital™ “Symbiotic Media: Fighting for the Users” with CTIA 2013, May 20-23, in Las Vegas, NV. Asseverating the necessity of iAm Digital, Digital Mind State (creative marketing and consultancy agency) posits that the nascence of an increasingly virtual marketplace calls for the music industry’s willingness to envision an ecosystem of openness, good digital citizenship, and effortless accessibility. The customer and/or consumer is now the fan
and/or the user.

Digital Mind State CEO Mike Johns suggests: “From the days of Soulja Boy to the
“Gangnam Style” rapper Psy, it’s been well documented how musicians are taking
advantage of social media. Yet, little time is devoted to discussing how musicians can
optimize their opportunities via divers technologies such as online video platforms—or even
how an artist gets paid from streaming music. iAm Digital is designed to help empower
artists and indie labels to maximize their revenue. Fighting for our users is now selfpreservation. Think of it as media symbiosis: we need each other to survive.”

CTIA 2013 conference-goers may attend iAm Digital sessions, which will feature executivelevel panelists discussing the trends, challenges, business models, and opportunities facing
the wireless entertainment market including: the future of mobile music and the great
expectations for mobile film/TV, the growing market for mobile games, branded
entertainment, peer-to-peer networking, etc.

ABOUT iAM DIGITAL:

iAm Digital is the first of its kind two-day expo focuses on creating Awareness, Education
and Self-Empowerment in Music through Technology. A product from Digital Mind State,
iAm Digital aim’s to educate and inspire participants by offering numerous industry panels,
engaging keynotes, live cutting-edge demonstrations and countless networking
opportunities.

This is the premier B2B marketplace for those in music, film and
technology/Web space. iAm Digital also provide a platform for brands that are interested in
reaching the ever growing young hip multi-cultural tech savvy professionals including: media
execs, tech entrepreneurs, social media experts, bloggers, record labels, celebrities and
managers!

For additional information, visit http://iamdigital.info

Meridian, LeFtO Show#544 with The Gaslamp Killer, Glows in the Dark, Chuck Inglish of The Cool Kids, Ugly Heroes (Apollo Brown, Verbal Kent, Red Pill), New VibeMix by dj heyLove*, Silent John, The Great Gatsby Soundtrack, Tess Henley, Double A.B. & Dub Sonata, Spasmodic Movements Radio & more

STREAM: Meridian, “Self-Titled”

 PODCAST: LeFtO Show #544 with The Gaslamp Killer

STREAM: Glows in the Dark – Research and Development EP

MP3: Chuck Inglish of The Cool Kids – “Drops”

FREE DOWNLOAD: Ugly Heroes (Apollo Brown, Verbal Kent, Red Pill) “Graves”

MIX: New VibeMix by dj heyLove* MuSiC*MiNd

MIX: Silent John, “Mighty Silent Vol. 1″ tribute to A Tribe Called Quest hosted by L. Scatter

ALBUM STREAM: The Great Gatsby Soundtrack Available For Free Streaming on Radio

ALBUM STREAM: Tess Henley – High Heels & Sneakers

MP3: Double A.B. & Dub Sonata – “Lord Knows What” Ft. Roc Marciano (Blockhead Remix)

STREAM: Spasmodic Movements Radio | SMR-Fusicology I Need Shelter Mix

“I Need Shelter Mix” Playlist:

Timmy Regisford- Crush

Kayenne- Love Don’t love You Back (Vocal)

Timmy Regisford & Adam Rios- Soul of Khwalo (Bump Instrumental)

Timmy Regisford & Adam Rios- Ubuntu (Shelter Vocal)

Gash- Question Mark (Shelter Bump Instrumental)

The House Lovers- Life Is Real (Djeff Afrozila Remix)

Boddhi Satva- Punch Koko (Main Mix)

Temple Movement- Temple Groove (Club Mix)

Guaya- Coco (Shelter Vocal Edit)

Room Service- African Foot Prints

Marlon D. ft. Boddhi Satva- Power of the Drum (Marlon’s Deep Tribal Mix)

Elements of Life ft. Ursula Rucker- Journey’s Prelude (Abicah Soul Remix)

Jody Watley- Saturday Night (Shelter Vocal)

For Bookings: djdoc22@gmail.com

May 25 ‘March Against Monsanto’ planned for over 30 countries

SEATTLE, WA  (May 1, 2013) – March Against Monsanto has announced that on May 25, tens of thousands of activists around the world will “March Against Monsanto.” Currently, marches are being planned on six continents, in 36 countries, totaling events in over 250 cities, and in the US, events are slated to occur simultaneously at 11 a.m. Pacific in 47 states.

Tami Monroe Canal, lead organizer and creator of the now-viral Facebook page, says she was inspired to start the movement to protect her two daughters. “I feel Monsanto threatens their generation’s health, fertility and longevity. I couldn’t sit by idly, waiting for someone else to do something.” [The full March Against Monsanto mission statement can be read here.]

Official website: www.march-against-monsanto.com

Click here for downloadable version of this press release.

Get in touch with your local organizer to share flyers for your city’s event!

Find out who your city’s organizer is by checking the event list here

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Reasons feat. Jimetta Rose by The Decoders, Myron & E “If I Gave You My Love”, Ezel “Flores Blancas” (Daz-I-Kue
Remix) + DJ Kemit Presents Soul Makossa May 2013

STREAM: Reasons feat. Jimetta Rose by The Decoders

STREAM: Myron & E “If I Gave You My Love” (Stones Throw)

FREE DOWNLOAD: Ezel “Flores Blancas” (Daz-I-Kue Remix) (Ocha Records)

 MIX: DJ Kemit Presents Soul Makossa May 2013

THE GREAT GATSBY
In 3D and 2D in select theaters on May 10

(Warner Bros. Pictures/Village Roadshow Pictures)

“The Great Gatsby” follows Fitzgerald-like, would-be writer Nick Carraway (Tobey Maguire) as he leaves the Midwest and comes to New York City in the spring of 1922, an era of loosening morals, glittering jazz, bootleg kings, and sky-rocketing stocks. Chasing his own American Dream, Nick lands next door to a mysterious, party-giving millionaire, Jay Gatsby (Leonardo DiCaprio), and across the bay from his cousin, Daisy (Carey Mulligan), and her philandering, blue-blooded husband, Tom Buchanan (Joel Edgerton). It is thus that Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super rich, their illusions, loves and deceits. As Nick bears witness, within and without of the world he inhabits, he pens a tale of impossible love, incorruptible dreams and high-octane tragedy, and holds a mirror to our own modern times and struggles.

Director: Baz Luhrmann

Writers: Screenplay by Baz Luhrmann & Craig Pearce
Based on the novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Producers: Baz Luhrmann, Catherine Martin, Douglas Wick, Lucy Fisher, Catherine Knapman
Executive Producers: Barrie M. Osborne, Shawn “JAY Z” Carter, Bruce Berman

TRAILER:

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Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, Carey Mulligan, Joel Edgerton, Isla Fisher, Jason Clarke, Amitabh Bachchan

The Great Gatsby hits theaters on Friday, and Rdio has the original soundtrack to the 2013 motion picture directed by Baz Luhrman available for full streaming so you can get amped for the release!  The hot soundtrack features new songs, previously released tracks, and unique covers, such as the dark rendition of Amy Winehouse’s Back to Black performed by Beyonce & Andre 3000.

Click here to experience Daisy Buchanan (played by Carey Mulligan) reincarnated under the guise of artists such as Beyonce, Lana Del Ray, Sia, and Florence Welch as well as the rest of the sexy soundtrack by heavy-hitters The xx, Jay-Z and Jack White.

Do you remember when R&B was not only made up of solo artists? This was the time of R&B groups, harmonies, ballads, and music that had a certain swing to it. There was a man at the center of it all named Teddy Riley, and the music genre he created was New Jack Swing. As that era began to fade Teddy struck gold again with a straight up quartet named Blackstreet. It’s been a while since they released any music and their lineup has seen more changes than a babies diaper, but in 2013 they are back…sort of.

From the moment Blackstreet was introduced on the stage at the Best Buy theater you could tell something was different. Yes, the group has gone through yet ANOTHER line up change. This time the main result is youth. The first song of the night was the hit off their second album, Don’t Leave Me. A bold song to start with, especially since the only person people recognized on stage was Teddy Riley. Two of the new members J-Stylez and Lenny Harold seem to have decent voices to carry the songs, however their energy just felt a little too young. Even when singing a ballad like joy some of the vocals came across a little vain. It seemed as though one member of the group J-Stylez was singing more for himself than the audience. While the rest of the guys all hit their proper notes overall the group struggled in the beginning, until Dave Hollister joined them on stage.

The energy level of the audience immediately shot through the roof and the Blackstreet veteran showed the youngins how it’s done. Dave sang lead on the classic Before I let you go and reminded everyone why they loved Blackstreet, great vocal arrangements over melodic production. When the new members played the background the show went smooth but when they took center stage it just didn’t feel like Blackstreet. It was almost as if the Temptations replaced a few of their members with Omarion and J Fizz from B2K (with better voices though…I won’t do the boys THAT bad).

It’s unfortunate that the lineups between those first two albums couldn’t stay together. This new incarnation of Blackstreet just doesn’t seem to work outside of Teddy still being Teddy (how does he look so young?) and Dave still killing on lead vocals. Perhaps if the new members focus on just singing the songs more and less on early Dru Hill type dance moves the future shows will go a bit better.

Emeli Sande ft. Kendrick Lamar, Dandy Teru, Quasimoto, Blu produced by Shuko, The Endangered, Myxzlplix, Fusicology “I Got Life Deep” Mix & more

FREE DOWNLOAD: Emeli Sande – New Urban Mix “Next To Me” ft. Kendrick Lamar

ALBUM STREAM:  Adventures by Dandy Teru

STREAM TRACK: Quasimoto ”Planned Attack” Produced by Madlib

STREAM SINGLE:  Shuko ft. Blu – Be Yourself

STREAM SINGLE: The Endangered – Milk & Honey

DJ MIX / PODCAST: DJ Myxzlplix, “MOM005″

PODCAST: SMR Fusicology: I Got Life Deep Mix

“I Got Life” Playlist:

Ndomalungelo Dladla- Imiyalo (Monocles & Slezz Black 2 Soul Mix)

Andy Compton ft. Ladybird- Missing You (Dino & Terry Vocal)

Ralg Gum ft. Kenny Bobien- The Only Way (Raw Artistic Soul Spiritual Touch)

KemeticJust ft. Alex Lattimore- Rush Hour

Mzee- Umoja ft. Kampi Moto (Culoe De Song Remix)

Yacoub- Djarabi (Ian Friday Libation Vox)

Siso K. ft. Tumi- Lerato (Trinidadian Deep Juju Remix)

Boddhi Satva- Sage Monk (Culoe De Song Remix)

KemeticJust ft. Terrence Downs- I Got Life (Dj Spinna Galatic Soul Vocal)

KemeticJust- Surrender

For Bookings: djdoc22@gmail.com

Giant Step, Trek Life, Substantial, Jesse Fischer, Marvin Gaye, Thundercat, Illogic & Blockhead, Rap-P ft. Famoso & Shabaam Sahdeeq, Dylan Ross, RQ Away, GiKu AfroFuturistic Mixes Radiohead, Dr. Kwest, Soundwaves Radio, DJ Kemit, Joe Kollege, LeFtO, Myxzlplix & more

FREE DOWNLOAD: Giant Step, “Sonic Boom Vol. 3″

FREE DOWNLOAD: Trek Life, “Hometown Heroes”

FREE DOWNLOAD: Substantial, “Jackin’ Jill”

FREE DOWNLOAD: Jesse Fischer, “Award Tour (Brooklyn Dub Remix)”

STREAM: Marvin Gaye, “Remixed & Reinterpreted”

STREAM: Thundercat, “Heartbreaks + Setbacks”

STREAM: Illogic & Blockhead, “Capture The Sun”

STREAM: Rap-P ft. Famoso & Shabaam Sahdeeq, “The Window”

STREAM: Dylan Ross, “Eight Eighteen”

MIX: RQ Away, “Lagniappe – Issue #2″

MIX: GiKu AfroFuturistic Mixes Radiohead, “Lotus Flower”

MIX: Dr. Kwest, “FOO #78″

MIX: Soundwaves Radio, “Frank Nitt & Illa J, Cee Brown & Delicious Vinyl Crew”

MIX: DJ Kemit is Kickin’ Up Dust

MIX: Joe Kollege, “Dear Summer…”

PODCAST: LeFtO, “Show #541: Dimlite, Fatima, Rag G & more”

PODCAST: DJ Myxzlplix, “MOM005″

NEW URBAN & ALTERNATIVE FASHION HUB BRINGS NEW TALENT TO THE FOREFRONT

StreetAttics.com is the new global hub for urban & alternative fashion. There, you will find the most unique styles and designs from all over the map.

Based out of Atlanta, StreetAttics.com provides a marketing platform for newly established clothing and accessory designers. Traffic and media exposure for StreetAttics.com covers the major regions of the US including the South, East & West coasts. StreetAttics.com expects to expand to international regions rapidly.

Unlike most online stores or boutiques, StreetAttics.com doesn’t crowd its site with tons of “look alike” brands. It gives shine to the clothing and accessory companies that would normally get lost in the shuffle at a regular shopping mall.

StreetAttics.com takes pride in handpicking their merchandise to make sure it fits a certain criteria. One criterion is that a brand must be UNIQUE and FRESH. StreetAttics.com embraces the uniqueness and individuality of each brand it represents.

As of April 1st, 2013, StreetAttics.com is open and ready for exploration.Receive 10% off your 1st purchase by using coupon code: GRAND (expires April 30, 2013). For more information, log onto: http://StreetAttics.com.

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PODCAST: Spasmodic Movements Radio Fusicology Mix #111

Gabriele Poso- Roots of Soul (Atjazz Remix)

Nick Curly- Piano In the Dark (Yoruba Soul Mix)

Lemon & Herb ft. Moonchild- Velani

EnaWaden- Forever

Louie Vega ft. Nathan Adams- Falling (Louie Vega EOL Remix)

Timmy Regisford- Drive Cut

Zethu- Summertime (ZuluMafia Dance Mix)

Timmy Regisford & Adam Rios- Vintage Edu Imbernon (Instrumental)

The Dizz & Azza Fingers ft. Mmelashon- I Want You For Myself (Vick Lavender Sophisticado Vocal Mix)

Afrikan Roots & Black Motion ft. Bebucho q Kuia- Saka (Instrumental)

Wendi Soni- Ntokaz’entle Bump (Timmy Regisford & Adam Rios Vocal)

Timmy Regisford & Adam Rios- Imiyalo Bump Up (Vocal)

Soulpozien- Urban Rythm Bump Up (Timmy Regisford & Adam Rios Instrumental)