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News Blurb: Hustle Simmons, Stacy Epps, Benisour, and Scion Radio

Posted on 16. Jul, 2008 by Chuck (chuck@musiconplay.net).

:: The latest Philly-South Jersey connection comes in the form of Hustle Simmons and the release of their self-titled debut album, available on September 9th on Breakbread Projects/Traffik Distribution. The digital version is currently available on iTunes and select online retailers and has gained attention from Scheme Magazine, HipHopNation.org (Spain), and crowned in URB’s Next1000. [...]

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News Blurb: Immortal Tech on Billboard Charts, Hustle Simmons on URB’s Next1000, Santalina, and Eric Nelson

Posted on 03. Jul, 2008 by Chuck (chuck@musiconplay.net).

:: Immortal Technique’s The 3rd World debuted on multiple charts on this week’s Billboard, landing at number 9 in Top Rap Album sales, beating out some of the greats like RZA. Scanning over 7,300 copies, The 3rd World also appears as number 10 in the Top Independent Current Albums and number 99 in Top 200 Current Albums chart. His presence is felt [...]

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News Blurp: Hip-Hop For Hounds + Santalina, Stacy Epps New Single, and more 06/31/2008

Posted on 01. Jul, 2008 by Chuck (chuck@musiconplay.net).

:: Here’s an exclusive preview of Stacy Epps’ follow-up single, “Addicted,” off her upcoming solo debut album, The Awakening out on August 5th on New Direction In Sound/JapaNubia Music. “Addicted” combines a powerful melody with a mesmerizing ambience and Stacey’s beautiful organic vocals. Her authentic blend of soulful singing and sensual lyricism has landed her [...]

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News Blurp: Hustle Simmons’ New Video, Nino Bless, Scion Playlist, and Hip Hop Gives Back!

Posted on 27. Jun, 2008 by Chuck (chuck@musiconplay.net).

Hustle Simmons – The Rundown ft. 84 & Fel Sweetenberg

Hustle Simmons follows up the release of their debut album, available now on iTunes, with a new music video for their promo track, “The Rundown” featuring 84 and Fel Sweetenburg, all from Breakbread Projects. Directed by Hezekiah, the video is a portrayal of the boom-bap fun [...]

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News Blurp: Immortal Technique album out now, Hustle Simmons’ debut, Rahsaan on URB and more.

Posted on 25. Jun, 2008 by Chuck (chuck@musiconplay.net).

Immortal Technique’s The 3rd World album with DJ Green Lantern is finally here! Out today worldwide on Viper Records/Koch Entertainment, news about the album has been acquiring much attention from the biggest publications, with the lead single, “The 3rd World,” and follow-up singles like “Apocalypse (Remix)” ft. Pharoahe Monch and AKIR appearing on AllHipHop.com, Vibe, [...]

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Hustle Simmons Debut Album Out on June 24th

Posted on 24. Jun, 2008 by Chuck (chuck@musiconplay.net).

Hustle Simmons’ New Grind
June 24th marks the debut release for Dave Ghetto and Tha S Ence’s new collaborative project, Hustle Simmons.
Break Bread Projects introduces Hustle Simmons with the self-titled debut album, available on iTunes and online worldwide through FMS Digital Distribution on June 24th.
Comprised of veteran MC Dave Ghetto and crafty beatsmith Tha S Ence, [...]

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News Blurps: Artist updates, Immortal Tech’s writing contest, Nike’s bike, and Scion Radio.

Posted on 11. Jun, 2008 by Chuck (chuck@musiconplay.net).

Immortal Technique stays giving back and supporting his community. In between crafting albums (like his new album mixed by DJ Green Lantern, The Third World, in stores June 24th) and working with community organizers, gangs, prisoners, parolees, soldiers, and youth in general, Immortal Technique has found time to launch a writing contest, directed at high [...]

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