What is Pure Hip Hop or Hip Hop

Music business executive Londyn McGrew answers the question what is pure Hip Hop. The original post appeared on Facebook and is used with permission. To maintain the authenticity and integrity of Londyn's response, very little editing was done. With that being said you may find a few spelling or grammatical errors. Remember to focus on the content of what Londyn has presented as that's the essence and what is most significant. 

It’s all hip hop in a sense because it all derived from the same place…It has just evolved into different forms, sounds and styles from its original origin. I look at hip hop music like humans. 

Humans do not look the same as they used to 20, 30, 50, 70, 100 or 200 years ago. Human’s features have changed, language has changed, fashion has changed and the subject matters we talk about have changed. But what has not changed about humans is that we are flesh and blood humans that bleed the same blood. That’s how I look at it when it comes to the hip hop music. Underneath all the different styles of hip hop and rap music (if you want to separate the two), it all birthed from the same place. 

Some people talk about conscious stuff, some talk about the streets, some talk about girls, some talk about political and social issues and some talk about partying. Those kats back in our day like Eric B & Rakim, Big Daddy Kane, KRS 1, Special Ed, African Bambada, UTFO, Sugar Hill Gang, Run DMC, Kurtis Blow, Cool Mo Dee, Heavy D and the countless other talked about the same stuff. It’s just a little more extreme now and the music has crossed over, in which the most of the old school hip hop artist did not have the opportunity to do except for Run DMC. Run DMC was hip hop that crossed over but just because it crossed over did not make it less hip hop. That took hip hop/rap music into the pop world thus changing the whole hip hop industry. 

That’s just my opinion.

Londyn McGrew

Sell More Music & Have More Fans

How to sell more music and have more fans? According to Yahoo, January 2011 only 14 or so new releases sold over 1 million units and out of that 14 or so only about 4 sold more than 2.5 million units. Keep in mind these are all major label releases. Once more the majority of income for recording artist has never been derived from music sales, but from touring, merchandising, endorsements, movies and other business investments. This isn't to say you shouldn't attempt to get a major label deal if that's what you desire. It does mean that you have to  have the talent, tools and resources that will help you achieve your goal.

In the meantime it makes sense and cents to focus your efforts on selling more music and building a loyal fan base.

This isn't has difficult as it seems when you "THINK, PLAN, EXECUTE!" Some of you think about what to do, but few of you plan on doing it, yet even fewer actually take immediate action and execute their plans. To help you get there you'll need the tools and resources to better market your music, build a fan base and create a system that allows you to take full advantage of the opportunities that come your way.

You'll want to visit both Sell More Music; Have More Fans and the Music Industry Connection Sites.

Music Contracts

You'll want to consult with a competent music business attorney before signing or negotiating any contracts. You may find a competent entertainment attorney in the Los Angeles Music Industry Connection Ebook.

At $150-$350 per hour many people simply can't afford to hire a music industry lawyer to draft and/or negotiate a contract on their behalf. The next best thing is having the ability to look over sample music contracts, so you aren't intimidated by them.

You've probably heard the sad stories of how recording artists, singers, songwriters, producers and musicians have been ripped off because they didn't hire a music attorney to consult or didn't have the right music contracts in place. 

Here's your opportunity to get the music contracts you need to ensure you properly protect yourself and your music. In fact, you'll want to register all your songs and music with the U.S. Library of Congress. This will give you the most amount of protection should someone steal your original songs or lyrics.

Your music business when set up properly may help you earn for the rest of your life +75 years after you've passed on. Those royalties may be left for your children and their children to benefit from. Ensure you protect yourself by getting music contracts today.

After you've downloaded your music contracts remember to continue to "THINK, PLAN, EXECUTE!"™

BMI Atlanta Music Showcase

U.S. performing right organization BMI will present its 11th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase Thursday, April 24, featuring some of the recording industry’s eminent stars and most promising unsigned talent. Held Thursday, April 24 at Atlanta’s Luckie Lounge (375 Luckie Street), the event begins at 9 p.m.; doors open at 8 p.m. The festivities are open to the public; attendees must be 21-years-old with valid identification. Admission is $20 until 10 p.m.

Past & present music industry tastemakers for BMI's Annual Unsigned Urban Music Showcase include:

• Lil’ Wayne
• Sean Garrett
• JaWar
• Teyana Taylor
• Jarren Benton
• Brandon Hines
• Holly Weerd
• Trimm
• B. Brown
  
• Don Vito
• Ethiopia Habtemariam
• DJ Toomp
• DJ Montay
• Thedy B
  
• Reid Hunter
• Val Patton
• Sandra Brown
• Willie Hunter
  
• No I.D.
• The Clutch
• Ezekiel “Zeke” Lewis
• Keri Hilson
• Teddy Bishop

Click Here to read the full article by Urban Network.

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Rovella Williams Endorses Radio Music Conference

Rovella Williams, Founder, Almost Famous Showcase & Versus Entertainment gave the How to Make Money Online Seminar scheduled during the Radio Music Conference a Recommended Event to attend.

Rovella goes on to say "JaWar encourages emerging artists to begin making money before securing a record deal. He's a marketing guru with creative methods for exposure and generating profits online and at conferences and shows. Anyone serious about being self sufficient should head to Albany, GA this weekend."

The Southwest Georgia Radio and Music Conference is a one-day/one-night music conference that’s being mentioned on Clear Channel’s Albany, Georgia WJIZ 96.3FM. In addition, WJIZ will feature a "LIVE" radio broadcast/remote during the Southwest Georgia Radio and Music Conference.

The Radio Music Conference is scheduled for Saturday, March 22, 2008 Albany, GA at the Hilton Garden Inn, 101 S. Front Street, Albany, GA 31701. The Southwest Georgia Radio Music Conference will feature the groundbreaking workshop HOW TO MAKE MONEY ONLINE by JaWar, Motivational Speaker/Author/Consultant.

JaWar has built and maintains over 40+ websites, blogs, web pages, ebooks, special reports and audio books. He regularly consults and gives seminars on personal achievement, How to Make Money Online, the music business and self-publishing your own book. After the How to Make Money Online Seminar, JaWar will sign copies of his Music Industry Connection Book Series, How to Self-Publish for Profit and the Atlanta Modeling Industry: Secrets Revealed Books.

For additional details on registering, sponsorship and performance opportunities for the Southwest Georgia Radio & Music Conference Call 404-543-0675 or 229-255-4016.

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SESAC Talks Money & Radio Music Conference

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SESAC’s Cappriccieo M. Scates talks Money to Songwriters & Music Producers at Radio Music Conference

Performing rights organization will provide participants with real ways to make money in the music business.

March 13, 2008 (Albany, Ga) The worlds of business and the music industry have long collided, and have proven to be both a viable and lucrative mix. On Saturday, March 22, 2008 the Southwest Georgia Radio and Music Conference, which is being held at the Hilton Garden Inn in Albany, Georgia, will bring an impressive roster of business leaders, entrepreneurs, and recording industry executives together to network, educate and inspire participants. Cappreccio Scates of SESAC Atlanta is just one of the confirmed speakers, and his vast knowledge of the business of music, songwriting and publishing rights is worth its weight in platinum.

Professional people seeking tried and true information on launching and growing a successful enterprise in either the traditional landscape or via the internet will not only receive insight from these dynamic speakers, but will have the rare opportunity to meet and talk with them face to face. Additionally, workshops and hands-on training will be available for those looking to take their web presence to new heights.

SESAC, a performing rights organization (PRO), will be represented by Cappreccio Scates, Associate Director for the Atlanta branch. The organization represents songwriters and publishers and their right to be compensated for having their music performed publicly. SESAC was the very first PRO to use a highly sophisticated digital tracking device called BDS (Broadcast Data Systems) to keep track of artists’ songs. The organization collects royalties in every facet of public performance. Cappreccio Scates and the SESAC Atlanta team are an important aspect to the conference because they represent the songwriter and publisher—a vital component to the success of an entertainment professional.

“I’m thrilled to be participating in the conference and look forward to meeting all of the amazing speakers. This is the first event I’m attending where I can learn how to start my own business, make money online, and get the inside track on being successful in the entertainment business—all in one day!”, exclaims Misha Ellzy when asked about her thoughts on the conference.

The Southwest Georgia Radio and Music Conference is setting a new standard for the way entertainment industry events are conducted. With the emergence of new media, the growing free enterprise landscape, and the changing face of corporate-managed entertainment companies, this groundbreaking conference is cultivating a new crop of entrepreneurs and professionals aspiring to carve their own path in business. For more information or to register, please visit www.radiomusicconference.com.

About the Southwest Georgia Radio and Music Conference:

The Southwest Georgia Radio and Music Conference is a one-day/one-night music conference and seminar with prominent music industry and business professionals. This music conference is anticipating a variety of tourists and fans to flood the streets of Downtown Albany, Georgia for this HISTORY making Radio Music Conference and How to Make Money Online Seminar!

The Radio Music Conference is scheduled for Saturday, March 22, 2008 in Albany, GA at the Hilton Garden Inn, 101 S. Front Street, Albany, GA 31701. The Southwest Georgia Radio Music Conference will feature the groundbreaking workshop How to Make Money Online by JaWar, Motivational Speaker/Author/Consultant. JaWar has built and maintains over 40+ websites, blogs, web pages, ebooks, special reports and audio books.

For additional details on registering, sponsorship and performance opportunities for the Southwest Georgia Radio & Music Conference call 404-543-0675 or 229-255-4016.

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Athens-Almost Famous Music Showcase

It was cold and windy. Very few people were present, it looked as though there would be no music showcase tonight. Two vinyl banners were hung on stage. The DJ took to his equipment and started playing old school hip hop, r&b and pop tunes. The few people who were in the club seemed to paste back and forth accepting and making phone calls on their cell phones -everyone wants to look busy.

Slowly the crowd begins to thicken. 4-Ize, DJ Scorpio and others begin to enter. Elle -female recording artist from Birmingham, AL enters the club. Seemingly out of thin air the club gets really really thick waiting for the Almost Famous Music Showcase to begin. B-rich and B.O.B. are second to perform and hit the stage with rage giving the audience a stellar performance. The crowd is amped and wants more.

With two djs and three mics on stage you hear... "I started rapping as a way to communicate with my mother. While in high school I started my first record company called Boot Camp Records as a way to protect my copyright and publishing interest as a recording artist..." I graced the stage with confidence, poise, wisdom, strength and beauty. The audience was told that fame don't equal fortune. To obtain a certain level of success in the music industry you must think, plan and execute, you must get your business tight. Recording artists and garage bands were told to learn about copyrights, music publishing, trademarks and more by reading the Music Industry Connection Book Series.

I suggested that most artist will not succeed in the music business not because they don't have good music, but because they don't have the integrity to keep on keeping on, they are not willing to go the extra mile and truly build their brand. In fact, it was suggested that most artist go back to school and become an entertainment attorney, accountant, doctor or engineer, etc.

Rovella Williams -Founder, Almost Famous Music Showcase provides a platform for aspiring artists and rising personalities. To make the most from Almost Famous and any music showcase or talent show download the Truth Book.

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JaWar to Speak at the UGA Music Business Program

JaWar, Author of the Music Industry Connection Book Series and Co-author of MY Music MY Business is scheduled to speak on Saturday, October 20, 2007 at UGA Music Business Program and Athfest in Athens, Georgia. JaWar will conduct a post panel seminar entitled "Monetizing Your Web Presence."

This music business seminar is free and open to the public for complete details click here. Tell Bruce JaWar sent you.

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Get Music Money by becoming an affiliate of the Music Industry Connection Ebooks by JaWar. What you do is click on the links below for the different Music Industry Connection Books by JaWar. Once you create an account you'll have access to a special or unique code that you can embed (place) on your music related website, blog and/or email. When someone downloads that particular Music Industry Connection Ebook by JaWar you get paid.

Oh, yeah there are no set-up fees. Start promoting today and you could earn a 50% commission every time someone downloads a Music Industry Connection Ebook by JaWar. Below are the links so you can began making money online in the music business. Get Music Money.

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