MC Press Releases

Worlds Greatest DJ Awards

2009-06-29T19:02:00.000-07:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

World's Greatest DJ Awards praises the pioneer of "the mix" in the Fall 2009

Brooklyn, NY May 11, 2009: Team Azor Group presents the WORLD'S GREATEST DJ AWARDS (WGDA). World's Greatest DJ Awards pays homage to the notable and exalted disc jockeys across the globe with an award show slated to be held Fall of 2009. Similar to the Grammy Awards, this new phenomenon's mission is set to highlight and award the talents, milestones, and strides of today's DJs in the electronica, hip-hop, rhythm and blues, reggae and dance markets. Though artists and producers create the music, DJs are the ones who drive the support and catapult top chart-climbing hits. Nominees for the first international DJ awards ceremony will be tallied through http://www.worldsgreatestdjawards.com/. By visiting the site, consumers participate in the interactive voting process and single out the best of the best. World's Greatest DJ Awards enables the public to participate in the judging process by casting their vote online.

DJs have the power to impact the masses worldwide thus marking them the cornerstone of the industry. DJs have played a significant role for both artists and major corporations attempting to research and develop their brand or artist. Creator and founder of World's Greatest DJ Awards James Azor states:

"DJ's not only play an influential role behind the turntables but they also help Promote artists through mixtapes showcasing new artists and unsigned talent. As a promotional resource for the awards and artists, WGDA has created promotional mixtapes to create a buzz for artists, corporations, and our talented nominees. These valuable resources often times introduce a new artist or showcase underground artists. These men and women rarely receive the recognition that they deserve. Our awards, hosting 2,500 a-list guests and industry reps, will show our appreciation and set a standard that will support and acknowledge the DJ for their accomplishments and strides made within the industry. This Fall WORLDS GREATEST DJ AWARDS will be a historical moment in music, one you don't want to miss!"

About James Azor

James Azor, founder of the WORLDS GREATEST DJ AWARDS, is the consummate music industry professional whose career spans more than a decade and has encompassed all aspects of the entertainment industry including; RCA records Publicity Assistant (early career), Justo's mixtape awards Executive Coordinator, Tuff Break/A&M records as Mix show and College Promotions Representative, Priority Records as Eastcoast Director of Marketing and Promotions, Refugee Camp Entertainment /Sony Records as Vice President of Urban Marketing & Radio promotions, President of MCS Entertainment/ Universal Music Dist. and most recently Director of Marketing and Radio at Krucial Keys Entertainment. He has also worked with countless hit makers and innovators. His client list include Super talents like the Fugees, Ice Cube, Mack10, Master P, SWV, Boot Camp Click, Sounds of Blackness, City High, Organized Konfusion, Cutty Ranks, Wyclef Jean, Pras and so many more. His clients also include corporate brands General Motors, Sony Pictures, Cadillac, Lincoln Navigator, Showtime at the Apollo, and the Yes Network.

About WGDA

World's Greatest DJ Awards marketing and promotions is a collaborated organization which consists of experts in the fields of marketing, radio promotions, and video promotions. Individually each departmental head has a minimum of 10 years experience in that field whose dedicated to getting the job done and making clients goals a reality. As a full service company, WGDA serves clients in all areas of Communications, Music Marketing, Sports Marketing, Promotions, and Management. WGDA combine experiences, expertise, and creative thinking with proven techniques and tactics to materialize its client's goal. What makes WGDA unique is that with the use of comprehensive and customized marketing plans sculpted to fit each client needs; there is no project to little or too great. WGDA modifies each plan to fit the needs, objectives, budget, and goals for each project. Providing a unique forum for your audience to see, think, feel and interact with, your brand is sure to get results.

VOTING BEGAN MAY 7

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Greg Nelson, WGDA Media & Sponsorship Manager
Cell Phone (631) 889-6313
GregoryNelson@sprint.blackberry.net
GJNelson@News12.com

http://www.worldsgreatestdjawards.com/
www.myspace.com/theworldsgreatestdjawards

DougSimpson's EP Sketches is available now

2009-06-14T09:26:00.000-07:00

DougSimpson's EP Sketches is available now.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

(Brooklyn, New York) June 9, 2009 – Ironhorse Music Group LLC producer/recording artist DougSimpson's EP Sketches is available now.

The first single "Big City" featuring Slim of Euphon was the first off of Doug's EP. Released in March, "Big City" has been featured on MTV's Real World: Brooklyn as well as the title song for comedian Owen Smith's live stand-up comedy DVD entitled Anonymous.

Production has been provided by The Aqua League which has provided soundscapes for Slim's Hip-Hop group Euphon, Alternative Soul artist The Sistah as well as music production for MTV, MTV2, The Speed Network and Bravo for shows like MTV Cribs, Run's House, True Life, Made and Millionaire Matchmaker, to name a few.

Sketches features appearances from MCs Slim and Mr. Fantastik of Euphon, Fresh Aire of Hip-Hop trio TriBoro, Johnny Wah and IHMG Alternative Soul artist The Sistah.

Doug's EP Sketches is available now as a free download.

DOWNLOAD A FREE COPY OF THE PROJECT HERE:

http://www.zshare.net/download/59289967a2a0673b/

Fans can also follow DougSimpson via Twitter: http://twitter.com/vintage75music

Ironhorse Music Group LLC is an independent record company based in New York specializing in urban/alternative music. The company's catalog has been featured on numerous television shows produced and distributed by Viacom and its subsidiaries as well as straight-to-DVD releases.

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For additional information, please contact:
IronHorse Music Group LLC
Tel: 718-602-1304
info.IHMG@gmail.com
http://www.ironhorsemg.com

Historic Tavern on the Green to be Transformed into Disco

2009-06-12T17:58:00.000-07:00

IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Historic Tavern on the Green to be Transformed into Disco
FIRST EVER OUTSIDE NIGHTCLUB AT FAMED PARK

June 9, 2009 - The concept of famed cult movie ''Night at the Roxbury'' of having an outside night club is now becoming a reality every week in the Big Apple New York City. Never before has there been a cover to enter central park or for it to be exclusive but Tavern on the Green will change all that thanks to the assistance of club owner JE Englebert. He is part of an all star night club team to transform the famed restaurant into a trendy club every Thursday night all summer long starting this Thursday June 11th from 6pm to 12:30am in the Garden.

Last year Tavern on the Green test marketed the famous landmark for some of the summer and it was so successful that its becoming a regular fixture for the whole season. Dining tables will be converted to bottle service and lines are expected to be extended throughout the park. Due to the economic conditions in the nation the cover will be only five dollars.

According to Englebert owner of Suzie Wong Saki Lounge and Prime nightclub in Manhattan, the night club business is down due to the decline of Wall Street so people are looking for new things to do and what could be better then a party in Central Park. Mr. Englebert is even thinking of expanding this to other Park venues next year if agreed upon by the City of New York. Places like the Zoo and Strawberry Fields could be filled with thousands of club patrons all night. Imagine New Yorkers partying in monkey cages, it would add a new term to the word ''wildlife''.

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CLUB TAVERN
Contact Irene Clarke

646-781-9469

Trillogy Releases First Single Off Debut Album

2009-04-19T14:29:00.000-07:00

Trillogy Releases First Single Off Debut Album

"WARNING" Starr Media Group presents Trillogy and their first official single, "Warning." FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

PRLog (Press Release) – Apr 13, 2009 – Trillogy brings you a unique sound made up of unique individuals. The group is comprised of Rita Tyler (Love), Jay Will (Loyalty) and Ox Pro (Life) have been hand selected and put together by Starr Media Group's CEO Andre Davis, who runs the independent record label out of New Jersey.

Already winners of several UMA's and Justo mixtape awards, the group is back with their debut album called "Love, Life and Loyalty," which takes the listeners into a journey of raw human emotion that is often less mentioned in today's Hip-Hop music oversaturated with image and monotony. Each member brings a different element to Trillogy as if they were all their own superhero, joining forces to create one huge ball of creativity and energy.

Click here to download "Warning"

Click here to view the EPK

More Trillogy: http://www.lovelifeandloyalty.com

Wordsmith Scores "Death & Honor" Track for Platinum

2009-04-16T09:14:00.000-07:00

Wordsmith Scores "Death & Honor" Track for Platinum

Attention Video Game Enthusiasts!

Nu Revolution Entertainment is continually searching for ways to give new exposure to our founder and franchise artist Wordsmith. As part of our global marketing plan this dedicated push began back in 2008 with a promotional contract signed with Joint One Radio of Japan. This partnership made Joint One the greatest promoter of Wordsmith in the Far East and was not long in bringing opportunities for exposure in many markets, the newest of which being the realm of Video Games.

Often considered the medium of the future, video gaming is an industry on the cutting edge of technology much like the cinema of the mid twentieth century. Artists and musicians now view the gaming industry as a suitable platform to showcase their craft, and thanks to Joint One, independent grind sensation Wordsmith has joined the party on one of the most hotly anticipated games of 2009, MadWorld.

Developed by PlatinumGames and published by Sega, MadWorld is eagerly awaited as the new hope for mature gaming on the Nintendo Wii console. This stylized video game pushes cartoon violence to the extreme, however developers intend the game to be seen in a comical light what with the over-the-top absurdities of the game-play. The player controls Jack, a mechanic with a chainsaw on his arm, as he competes in a royal rumble style game show called Death Watch. Players can look forward to fun, creative and violent ways to dispatch hordes of evil contenders as you work towards the 100 million dollar grand prize.

MadWorld makes great stylistic leaps both with striking visuals and a diverse audio soundtrack. The color scheme involves only three colors, a stark black and white canvas made bright red with the blood spillage of your enemies. In fitting with the style and vision the game was given an upbeat Rap soundtrack to entertain and engage the player throughout the contest. Nu Revolution artist Wordsmith is an unsigned artist fortunate enough to be involved with the project.

Wordsmith wrote the song "Death & Honor" to be used as music for one of many boss battles throughout the game. Word had this to say about the opportunity: "It was an honor to score some music for the Nintendo Wii's first true action game MadWorld as I was a video game junkie growing up. Due to my music, I only find myself playing video games with my kids, but I look at this like I'm coming full circle. I have to give a big thanks to my Japan Marketing Reps Joint One Radio. I just signed a two year extension with them… so I look forward to more projects like this and a lasting imprint in the Japan Market."

MadWorld was released on March 10th in the US and April 10th Overseas for Nintendo Wii consoles.

Dan Wachter
NU Revolution Entertainment LLC
24 Lower Gate Court
Owings Mills, MD 21117
P: 410-2595190

-Wordsmith
http://www.reverbnation.com/wordsmithmusic

Hip Hop for the Homeless in NY & Baltimore!

2009-04-14T20:14:00.000-07:00

Hip Hop for the Homeless goes to NY & Baltimore!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Baltimore, MD– April 14, 2009 – Finally, someone is going to take the lead and help the people who need the most help of us all, the homeless. With the economy moving in a continuous down slope, finances are getting tight for everyone, but even in such trying times people still are able to give.

Major Cameron, also known as Brother Maniac, owner of Brother MANIAC Music along with Baltimore R&B Artist Will Star and Ms. Kitten, Manager with Topp Dogg Hill has decided to lead the giving with his upcoming event, the "Hip Hop for the Homeless Benefit Show. " This event was designed to bring together Hip Hop Artists from DC, Maryland and Virginia to raise awareness of the Homeless Problem that our region faces. It will also give a percentage of the events profits to area homeless organizations such as Martha's Table.

Brother Maniac has booked an amazing line up of talent from the region. Artists scheduled to perform on Sunday, April 26th Include:

Hosted by Will Star & Ms. Kitten
1st. Family
20 Bello
Brother MANIAC
BE
Young I
Micheal Wayne
Infa Reds
De 'Aticus
Mr. Whitefolks
Harmony
K-Nix
Sammy Bravo
Tokes Eastwood
Rated R

Brother MANIAC Music along with Experience Reality Magazine, Kapital Magazine and Across the Fader are co-sponsoring the Hip Hop for the Homeless Benefit show which will take place On Sunday, April 26th at The Five Seasons, 830 Guilford Ave, Baltimore, MD 4-8pm.

The Hip Hop for the Homeless Benefit Show will include live performances from many of the participating artist and some special guests. Donation for attending the event is $10 (we will also be accepting donations of non-parishable food Items, Clothing and Blankets). A percentage of donations will go to Martha's Kitchen (A DC area soup kitchen) and other Baltimore organizations that aid and assist the homeless.

Brother MANIAC has recently released his stellar hip hop project Still Rising comprising of 13 tracks. For more infomation on this project visit www.cdbaby.com/brothermaniac5.

For more information on the Hip Hop for the Homeless Benefit Show or The Brother MANIAC Still Rising CD Release: please contact Major Cameron (Brother MANIAC Music) @ 1-888-961-0111. You can also visit www.myspace.com/brothermaniac.
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JimmyblackMusic.com & Power of 10 Promotions Presents
Hip Hop 4 the Homeless Show and Talent Competition
Friday, April 24, 2009
9pm @ The Wescott Community Center
826 Euclid Ave
Syracuse, NY 13210

This is a benefit show to assist Syracuse area Homeless organizations
Hosted by Sheridonna

Live Performances by
Jimmy Black
Will Star
Brother MANIAC
BE
Maxxine Justus
Lil Kayouz
Reality
Da 1st
and More

Talent Competition sponsored by Jimmy Black music and
Power of 10 Promotions to sign up for the competition
contact: Jimmy Black @ 1-315-876-3426

The Brother MANIAC Shows
Fri Apr 24 Syra, NY-SW Ctr
Sat Apr 26 Balt., MD-5 Seasons
Sat May 9 NYC, NY
Sun May 10 Phil., PA
myspace.com/brothermaniac

Saint Anger's Killa Beast Dropping 04/29 on ForeverDC.com

2009-04-10T16:05:00.000-07:00

SAINT ANGER'S THE KILLA BEAST EP
THERE'S NO MORE BEAST'S AFTER THIS

The Killa Beast EP is Saint Anger's second solo release from the Bizzle Boy label. Fan's who have sampled this EP consider it to be Saint's victory lap around his would be competition, if there is any.

"If the Champagne Room album was the funeral of his hatazz, then The Killa Beast EP is the wake!"
- E.R./Exec. Producer

"The Killa Beast EP is some of New Zealand Producer Cubz best work yet. Saint & cpbeats.com make a great team!"
- Jason Easley/Foreverdc.com

Saint Anger wrote most of the Killa Beast EP while visiting family in North Carolina. Returning to North Carolina weekend after weekend brought back raw, strong and sad
memories that Saint experienced while living their in 2001-2003.

The energy of his NC visits served as Saint's template for harder street tracks that he intentionally did not do in bulk on the Champagne Room and also the chance to experiment with different styles of music and flow. Killa Beast is no doubt a project that fans will experience, relate to and appreciate.

This great body of work will feature 10 tracks of Saints signature story telling, word play and snatching hooks. EP includes the RnB stylings of Saints long time friend and MadeMen artist, Syn. Look for the Bizzle Boy Affiliates track "Fallin Out The Drop" that features all of the MADEMEN crew: Young Cratic, J D'wayne, Prinze Naseem, and Syn as well as Virginia's leader of the new school Domoh.

ATTENTION: Get the EP free off of http://www.foreverdc.com/ 04/29/2009-05/15/2009.

CATCH SAINT & MADEMEN LIVE IN DETROIT METRO & PITTSBURGH!!!

MYSELF - Protest In Disguise CD

2009-04-03T07:50:00.000-07:00

MYSELF - Protest In Disguise CD
Couture Music Wear / Sumthing Distribution

Alt Rock and indie hip hop artist, MYSELF was spotted by EMG President Kevin Connal when the New Orleans native rocker and his band played at New York's famous BB King's Blues Club in Times Square on July 16, 2007. The pair met after the live set, and it was only a matter of hours before the two were on the phone making deals. MYSELF, a riveting live entertainer, thoughtful songwriter, and a perfectionist in the recording studio, was said by Connal to be "a consummate professional who knows few musical boundaries and is fearless enough to take his style/sound in a vast array of directions. Ten minutes into his set I wanted him on our roster." MYSELF defies genres while re-defining originality. His musical stylings have been described as COUTURE (tailor made to fit every one). His sonic moshpit encompasses raw-like-sushi punk, organic hip hop, gumbo funk, hot buttered soul & future classic alternative rock! MYSELF's music speaks for itself, communicating a language that stretches from the muddy Mississippi river to the historical temples of Japan. The rebel rocker has worked with multiple platinum and Grammy winners such as Arrested Development, The Roots, Public Enemy, blues maestro Chris Thomas King, and countless other industry veterans. He has been featured on MTV JAMS, FOX TV, MTV Japan, CW Network, and in magazines such as Billboard, Living Blues, and Whoofin. MYSELF is also appearing in the upcoming documentary "Pocket Change" featuring Academy Award Winner Oliver Stone. In addition, producer and multi-platinum music icon Nile Rodgers, who produced hits for Madonna, Sting and Duran Duran, recently signed MYSELF to Sumthing Distribution.

MYSELF's self-financed, ambitious & groundbreaking debut album Protest In Disguise is being released on his own boutique label and fashion house Couture Music Wear, Inc. The album was recorded at the legendary Chung King Studios (formerly Chunk King House of Metal), which has been the home for many Def Jam classic recordings (Rick Rubin, Run DMC, Beastie Boys, Public Enemy, LL Cool J). MYSELF can now be added to this A-list of album projects. Protest In Disguise contains fourteen turbo supercharged high octane tracks. The lead single "God is so Funky" is a soulful melodic/hypnotic catchy song that truly rocks the dancefloor! "Where We Going?" is a blues entrenched worldbeat jam that incorporates the essentials of a modern day Bob Dylan/Bob Marley cry for change. "Baby..You Drive Me Crazy" picks up where the party let's off; it's a fast & furious punk hip hop adrenaline anthem that delves into the hardships of relationships. Protest in Disguise showcases musical dexterity and lyrical complexity, evoking MYSELF's strength as a tremendous songwriter, producer and lyricist. The songs on Protest In Disguise burn slowly and ignite intensely, encouraging the listener to "Keep The Fire Burnin'."
Protest In Disguise Release Party 6/30/08 @ Club Rehab (25 Ave. B, NYC - 8pm)

PROMO TRACK LISTING:

1. "God Is So Funky / Goddess So Funky"
2. "God Is So Funky / Goddess So Funky" (DJ Moosaka Chung King Remix)
3. "God Is So Funky / Goddess So Funky" (Acappella)
4. "Keep The Fire Burnin'"
5. "Where We Going?"
6. "Only Thing I Got (Reggae Dub Instrumental)"
7. "Rude Boy"
8. "Stereotype"
9. "Baby... You Drive Me Crazy"

LINKS:
BUY ALBUM NOW @ CDBABY
www.tunecore.com/music/myself
www.myspace.com/couturemusicwearinc
http://www.sumthing.com/

STREAMING AUDIO & MORE INFO:
DJ Promo Release Page: www.giantstep.net/releases/1935
MYSELF Artist Page: www.giantstep.net/artists/981
Protest In Disguise Release Page: www.giantstep.net/releases/1832

UPDATE YOUR PROFILE & SUBMIT FEEDBACK:
www.giantstep.net/feedback

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CONTACT:
Erik Schneider
Lifestyle Marketing & DJ Promotion
Giant Step
62 White St., # 3
New York, NY 10013
T/ 212-219-3567 x219
F/ 212-226-3747
erik@giantstep.net

http://www.giantstep.net/
http://www.giantstepmarketing.net/
http://www.myspace.com/giantstep

Grand Opening of Club WH- Candlelight vigil in honor of Baird Jones

2009-04-01T20:50:00.000-07:00

Candlelight vigil in honor of late NYC Night Life Guru and Webster Hall legend Baird Jones

The Grand Opening of Club WH and Circus and multi million dollar renovation of former Webster Hall!
Americas First Nightclub!!!

New York City
Nightlife entrepreneur and owner John JE Englebert (Quo, Myst, Retox, Prime, Prepost and Suzie Wong venues) will join over 3,000 people on 4 floors as they open the doors of New York Citys newest nightclub and multimillion dollar renovation of Club WH, formerly Webster Hall on this Saturday April 4th 2009. The club will be called Circus on Saturdays.

A candlelight vigil will be organized by Englebert and other nightclub and industry professionals this Saturday night in honor of the late Baird Jones who served as the curator for Webster Hall for decades and was a legend in clubs in the Big Apple since Studio 54. He was a major player in the press and media in New York City for years. A life-size photo of Jones will be placed in the DJ booth for generations.

Built in 1886, Webster Hall was the first nightclub in America. For over 120 years, this majestic landmark building has housed New York Citys wildest events, as party-goers have stamped out their inhibitions and expressed their greatest desires within its hallowed halls.

And now they are at it again. In 2009, Webster Hall completed a multi-million dollar renovation. While restoring and rejuvenating the classical theater architecture, they have added posh amenities and cutting edge technology to, once again, create an air of ageless celebration and adventure.

As the last remaining venue of New York Citys legendary Big Club Era of the 80s and 90s, the new Webster Hall is destined to introduce a whole new generation of party revelers to nightlife that is beyond their imagination! Englebert AKA JE will be on hosting duties as he has worked numerous clubs in the 90s including the infamous Tunnel and Twilo nightclubs and found very fit to show his skills and remember Mr Jones in a special way.

CIRCUS will bring back the Shows. It will bring back the feeling. It will bring back the magic. It will inspire you to remember the first time you set foot in a club and fell in love with the night..

CIRCUS Saturdays
The greatest party on earth.

CIRCUS will bring back the shows.
It will bring back the feeling.
It will bring back the magic.
It will inspire you to remember the first time you set foot in a club...and fell in love with the night.

Leave your inhibitions at home and expect the unexpected. We'll do the rest.

Four massive floors of adventure.
Flying trapeze
Go go girls
Snake charmers
Tattoos
Mind blowing Aerial Acts
Dazzling Fire Displays
Fortune tellers
Magicians
Popcorn
Cotton Candy
And so much more.......

Curtains open at 10PM.

For Press and Media passes,
to be placed on the Manhattan Media Press list
Press inquires contact RJ Romero
Email: manhattan212media@gmail.com

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2nd Annual Stop The Violence & Rock Ya Status Celebrity Basketball Game: SAT 4/4

2009-03-31T21:38:00.001-07:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:

Carl "Mann" Johnson
Co-Founder
301-467-5782(C)
A-N-C Umbrella Foundation
www.anc-ufd.org
ancumbrellafoundation@gmail.com

ANC UMBRELLA FOUNDATION AND DC PARKS & RECREATION

HOSTS THE "2nd Annual Stop the Violence & Rock Ya Status Celebrity Basketball Game"
"Platinum Streetballers vs. ANC All-Stars"

March 31, 2009--ANC Umbrella Foundation is a nonprofit organization that's proud to provide a full-service event planning that's dedicated to community outreach. From violence awareness to entrepreneurial seminars, our experts are fully equipped to assist your organization. Our planners will aid in all aspects of your event coordination, including vendor referrals, business proposals, and proper etiquette.

Join ANC this Saturday, April 4, 2009 for their 2^nd Annual Stop The Violence & Rock Ya Status Celebrity Basketball Game at the Turkey Thicket Recreation Center in Washington, DC. ANC will be assembling the best basketball players from area High Schools with special celebrity guests, to comprise of two teams; "Stop the Violence" and "Rock your Status" (special guest celebrities to coach each team).

A Mobile testing unit will be on hand along with several area teen/youth organizations, police departments, and government officials whom will participate to continue the education of HIV/AIDS and gun violence.
During each event a Mobile HIV/AIDS testing unit from Whitman-Walker Clinic will be on hand to provide testing for people in attendance, allso there will be a wax figure brought to you by Madame Tussauds Wax Museum (1025 F ST. NW Washington, DC.) for the kids and parents to take pictures with.

The event will take place on Saturday, April 4th at the Turkey Thicket Recreation Center- 1000 N Michigan AVE, NE Washington, DC. 20017 from 4PM-7PM. This event is absolutely FREE! Bring your family, friends, and cameras!!

**Make sure to check out Carl Johnson and one of the special guest players Darnerien McCants on WJLA/NewsChannel 8; Wednesday 4/1/09 at 8PM**

If you'd like more information about this event and/or to schedule an interview with Carl Johnson, please contact Collision P.R. & Events at collisionpr@gmail.com.

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Melissa Harris

Co-Founder/ Director of Events

Tyi Flood

Co-Founder/Director of Public Relations

Collision P.R. & Events
"Togetherness=Greatness"

Visit us at http://collisionprandevents.tripod.com/

OFFICIAL WEBSITE COMING SOON!!