House of Hip Hop Brings to You....'Ladies Night" Female Emcees, Singers, Artists. Come to Weyone

This is one House you want to be in! Weyone's House of Hip Hop this week: Open mic, producers battle, showcase and special headlining guest Kinfolks and Ms. Spice of DMV Rap Divas HOSTED BY:Jo'IycE (WKYS 93.9) MUSIC BY: Egypt BOOKING: Veiga Ent. 8-9pm- Happy Hour's Industry Mingle & performances 9-9:30- Open Mic & artist performances 9:30-10- Producers Battle & artist performances 10-12-Live Performances/Showcase/Special features (Times are subject to alter due to participation. Artist performance line up is based on their arrival.)

Show ends at midnight! Rules: * $10 cover fee to enter the building for everyone. No additional charges. * Reserve your slot through Veiga Ent. now (walk-ins welcome but can't guarantee to perform that night...sign up early)! * Performing artist should be in the building by 9pm (be prepared for 2 songs,based on time and participation). * I am also currently booking artist for the month of November. ** Special Event: -Oct. 22nd- Ladies night!! Female showcase & songs for the ladies. Ladies $5 all night!! **Special Event: -Oct.29th Who has the hottest radio song contest!!!! $20 to enter the contest. Prize includes: - Air play on 93.9's WKYS 1 Nation Hip Hop show - Club play on Friday night at Weyone's grown n sexy party - Promotional package courtesy of Veiga Entertainment - Free 10x13 Bio photo courtesy of Thomas Eye Photography - Promotional package courtesy of DMV Radio The House of Hip Hop Weyone Sports Lounge 5801 Duke St. Alexandria, VA 22304 www.VeigaEnt.com

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IS THERE TOO MUCH HATERATION IN THE DMV?

CAN INDEPENDENT ARTIST GO MAINSTREAM WITHOUT A CHANGE OF LOCATION? There are many discussions throughout social networks asking whether or not being an independent artist from Washington, DC or the DMV is an advantage or disadvantage when trying to make it in mainstream entertainment. The question that seems to be the hot topic in most forums is “Do you have to leave the DMV to be successful?” Being passionate myself about the grind that must be put forth by any artist, I immediately said “no”. Why would an artist have to leave the DMV to peruse their dreams? Why can’t this feat be accomplished without relocating? This question is not just for musicians, but for poets, painters, writers, actors, and producers. Maybe I find the idea of having to uproot yourself unwillingly to fulfill your dreams, especially when so many successful names in the entertainment industry today represent the DMV to the fullest. Did these artist leave before or after they were discovered? R&B LIVE DC - Keyonte - Black Alley http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2ikzq4jW2Q Was it the high demand these artists generated as a rising star the reason to bounce to New York, Atlanta, or California, or was it because there is no love at home for lack of a better world? Let us not stop there. Let us talk about the resources available to independent artists to cross over to the mainstream. Is there any major record labels home to the DMV area? Aside from Duke Ellington School of the Arts and Howard University, there are not many forums for instruction of the arts. . Musical artist complain that there is no outlet for their music to be heard because of lack of radio play and format. You have to grease the palm of a disk jockey to get one spin at 3:00am when no one is listening. Some may say it is a daily hustle. If you stay on your grind, you will be successful. Others may argue that there is too much “HATIN” going on in the DMV. Now there is a bigger picture ladies and gentlemen. While the question of whether independent artist in the DMV area can make it to stardom without leaving home is a double-edged sword, here is a list of artists that still reside in the area despite the odds. Hip-Hop Producers Salaam Remi and Chucky Thompson share their experiences working with hip hop artists like NAS. To watch the complete interview, visit ThinkTalk.com http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Alk_lWHKpQ 1. Taby Bonney 2. Wale 3. Chucky Thompson 4. Raheem Devaughn 5. Keyonte’ 6. Michael Epps 7. Dave Chapelle 8. Jada Pinkette 9. Toni Braxton 10. Taraj P Henson 11. David Edwards 12. Maya 13. Royale Watkins Tabi Bonney http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_aP5X1VgWo Although some of the artists listed above may not currently reside in the DMV area, they remained on their own geographical soil as they were discovered into the mainstream. It took Wale to go to Canada and then return to DC building up a large following. Now you can find him plastered over MTV and other networks with Pop Star Lady Gaga. Taby Bonney has had success overseas as well and has brought it home to DC. I can tell you for a fact that they hate on Taby. No one can argue the fact that Taby Boney is one of the few if not only independent unsigned artist to appear on MTV’s $2 Dollar Bill Tour, as well as the “Rock the Vote” tour. Raheem Devaughn has had a Grammy nomination as well as Keyonte for songwriting. Chucky Thompson is a major producer who produced Biggie, Mary J Blidge, Amerie, and many more. Discussion on this topic can go on until infinity with positive and negative feedback, but while these artists flourished in their hometown and continue on with their daily grind, other artist did in fact seek other horizons to manifest their dreams into reality. David Edwards, a native Washingtonian is now in California fulfilling his dream as a director. You may remember him in his famous role playing himself on the Real World, roles in Half Baked, and House Party 3. Royale Watkins http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VyzUbE2v2VU Royale Watkins shinned on Def Comedy Jam and is currently hosting Comedy Mixtape Tour along -side the very talented Anthony Anderson. These two gentlemen alone had to pack their bags and head to the big city to pursue their careers. Was it hateration that caused these two artists to leave their hometown or was it due to a lack of resources? The DMV is a small city which turns the target market of artists into one big melting pot of competition so I have come to say that it is a double edged sword when answering the question which lingers in so many people’s mind. One thing is for certain, and two things are for sure. Artist born and raised in the DMV area always come home some time or another, and when they do, DC is represented to the fullest. Whether artist stop on the heads of other artist in order to get noticed or signed is a question that many can answer, with many different answers. My question to you is, are you going to let this stop you from your dreams and will you leave your hometown to escape the hate? Written by InTheMixWithTre'

Squad Talk Radio With Featured Guest "Philly Swain"....Airing This Sunday!!

You've been hearing about it, and thinking about it. The time is now. Squad Talk Studios will host "Philly Swain". This week's HOT Topic will be SEX. Evening radio has a new twist, and it is on the net. Join Joe Traxx and "Squad Up". To check out the latest on Philly Swain and the Hustle Diaries, you MUST view the video below. You will not regret it. There is a story to be told and Hustle Diaries are showing and telling. HUSTLE DIARIES A DOCUMENTARY STARRING PHILLY SWAIN Wiseguys/Takedown Records presents Hustle Diaries Pt.1 For More on Philly Swain and the Hustle Diaries:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLLIok_ZZ8Y

For more information on Sunday's show:

http://www.dmvradio.net/

We are currently seeking women to be a part of the "Live" audience for Sunday's taping featuring "Philly Swain". If interested, please contact:

moniquerdillard@gmail.com

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House of Hip Hop Presents.....Thursday Nights at Weyone Lounge!! The BEST Artist Showcase Featuring the DMV's Hottest Talent.

Want to perform in the showcase, open mic or Enter the Beat Battle??

HOSTED BY: Jo'IycE (WKYS 93.9)

MUSIC BY: Egypt

BOOKINGS: Veiga Entertainment

8-9pm- Happy Hour's Industry Mingle, R&B performance & special events

9-9:30- Open Mic

9:30-10- Producers Battle

10-12-Live Performances/Showcase

(Times are subject to alter due to participation.Artist performance line up is based on their arrival.)

Show ends at midnight!

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Beastie Boy Member MCA Has Cancer; Album, Tour Postponed

By Nolan Strong

The Beastie Boys have announced that their upcoming tour and album Hot Sauce Committee Part 1 have been postponed indefinitely, after a cancerous tumor was found in group member Adam “MCA” Yauch. Representatives for the group told AllHipHop.com that a cancerous tumor was found in Yauch’s left parotid (salivary) gland. Luckily, the tumor was caught early and is localized to one area, but the treatable tumor will require surgery and several weeks of treatment.

Also, reps said the tumor was in an area that would not impact Yauch’s vocal cords. “Our thoughts, love and prayers are with Adam Yauch, his family and the Beastie Boys,” representatives for the group’s label, EMI told AllHipHop.com in statement. “The most important thing is to allow Adam to focus on staying healthy. We wish him all the best and a speedy recovery.” The news comes as the group also prepares to launch a limited pressing of the track “Too Many Rappers” (featuring Nas), from the Hot Sauce Committee Part 1 album.

The single was recorded live at Bonnaroo in 2009. Only 5,000 vinyl pressings of the single are being distributed.

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Nas Responds To Kelis Allegations In Divorce Case

By Tai Saint Louis

As his less-than-amicable divorce from singer Kelis rages on, rapper Nas has disclosed his earnings and expenses to support the fact that his financial state is not quite what his estranged wife believes it is.

According to TMZ.com, the Queensbridge native reports that while Kelis’ divorce petition indicated that he had received $11 million for his deal with Def Jam in 2006, he in fact only received close to $4 million.

Since then, he says, his monthly income has decreased to $147, 165. Nas’ monthly expenses, on the other hand, currently total $71, 371.96, including $10,000 on his personal grooming alone, clothing and toiletries included.

Almost a month ago, Kelis made a similar disclosure, telling the courts that since her separation from Nas in November of last year, her average monthly income had decreased to $21, 616, almost $60,000 less than her projected expenses, once she gives birth to the child she is expecting with her ex.

The “Milkshake” songbird requested that a judge order Nas to pay all pregnancy-related expenses, half of all medical expenses after the baby is born, child support, and spousal support to maintain the life she lead while married. “My survival is based on [his] will at this time,” Kelis said. “If he does not want to pay for an expense, it does not get paid.”

Though Kelis claims Nas has not offered any support since their separation, Nas told the judge that has agreed to pay $350 for a stroller, $450 for a baby sling, and $1,598 for two cribs.

He also indicated that he’d be willing to pay $5,000 a month in child support, which he called a “reasonable amount.” He went on to say that he wants to be “fully involved” with raising his second child.

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VIBE magazine has shut down.

By Houston Williams

VIBE magazine has shut down.

The magazine was launched in 1993 by music industry legend Quincy Jones and it served as as widely revered urban magazine.

"On behalf the VIBE CONTENT staff (the best in this business), it is with great sadness, and with heads held high, that we leave the building today," said Danyel Smith, former Chief Content Officer of Vibe Media Group and Editor in Chief of Vibe.

"We were assigning and editing a Michael Jackson tribute issue when we got the news," Smith said in a statement released to AllHipHop.com. "It’s a tragic week in overall, but as the doors of VIBE Media Group close, on the eve of the magazine’s sixteenth anniversary, it’s a sad day for music, for hip hop in particular, and for the millions of readers and users who have loved and who continue to love the VIBE brand. We thank you, we have served you with joy, pride and excellence, and we will miss you." In the 90's, VIBE experienced meteoric success as a business and an outlet for urban journalism.

It has ailed under the ownership of private equity firm Wicks Group of Companies, AOL reported.

The magazine had seen a dramatic reduction in ad pages and circulation.

Earlier this year, employees were put on a four-day workweek and other cuts were made such as scaling back to 10 issues per year.

There is speculation that the magazine will transform into an online-only entity.

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Perez Hilton and will.I.Am beefing

By Ismael AbduSalaam

Celebrity gossip columnist Perez Hilton is accusing Black Eyed Peas emcee will.I.Am and his security team of handing him a bloody beating earlier today (June 22). Around 3AM, Hilton began sending frantic messages across Twitter that will.I.Am and his entourage had accosted him outside of Toronto’s SoHo Metropolitan Hotel.

“I was assaulted by will.I.Am of Black Eyed Peas and his security guards,” stated Hilton on his Twitter page. “I am bleeding. Please, I need to file a police report. No joke.”

Later, Hilton updated his page by explaining he gave a report to local authorities, and would leave remaining statements to his lawyer. However, the columnist had one last message for will.I.Am.

“There are multiple witnesses,” Hilton posted on Will’s Twitter. “You can deny all you want. The truth is the truth and I am telling the truth.”

The Peas frontman did not even have a Twitter account before the incident, but created one to counteract Hilton’s viral campaign against him. Additionally, will.I.Am released a video interview explaining his side of the altercation.

“I was the one that came to him with respect, and he was the one the called me a faggot outside the club,” he detailed. “I hit you, Perez? C’mon dude, I didn’t hit you. I told you that I didn’t like that you disrespected us. It’s cool to have your opinion. Apparently you were bleeding outside the club and I was standing right next to you by a tree, waiting for my car. Instead of calling the police, you Twitted that I assaulted you? [It] sounds like someone wants mad attention and is not really concerned about his health….Shame on you, and shame on your behavior.”

Both parties were in Toronto to participate in the Much Music Awards. Hilton presented, while the Black Eyed Peas performed their hit single “Boom Boom Pow.” At press time, Will.I.Am has not been charged with any crime.

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DMC Meets With President Obama; Talks Fatherhood

By Chris Richburg

He may be considered rap royalty among music fans, but DMC is humbled in knowing how much of a role his family has played in making him who he is today.

Particularly his adopted father, Byford McDaniels, the man who instilled characteristics such as dedication, success and honesty in the Run-DMC rapper, while raising him as a kid.

“First of all, he worked everyday to send me to school. He worked everyday to pay to send me to every school that I was in to. And I wasn’t even his. But I was his,” DMC told AllHipHop.com. “He would take us on vacation, drive us to Canada. He would educate me. He would inform me. He would discipline me. He would take me to the park. He put me on the football team. He bought me my mixer and turntables.”

Byford McDaniels passed away one year after the death of Run-DMC member Jam Master Jay. According to DMC, the patriarch’s “kindness, understanding, wisdom and respectfulness” stood out as well as his attitude of diligence, hard work, devotion, honesty and faithfulness.

“I learned what you really need to do to be a man. You gotta be intelligent. You have to be committed. He was a really honest dude,” the rap veteran added while noting the “extraordinary things” Byford did throughout his life and career.

“I remember when I was on the road, he would come and get my wife everyday to take her for her check up when she was pregnant with my son,” DMC reflected. “Like, just really dope stuff. He was Byford McDaniels, who I rapped about, was an incredible father. That’s why he was immortalized on Raising Hell. I got a lot of values from him.”

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