Willie The Kid’s video, “Love For Money” Feat. Trey Songz, Gucci Mane, Bun B, LA The Darkman and Yung Joc

RESPECT MY VOTE CAMPAIGN TARGETS WORLD RECORD WITH ONE DAY VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVE

WHO:               Radio One, Hip Hop Caucus, and Respect My Vote

 

           

 

WHAT:             Radio One, Inc. (www.radio-one.com) along with the Hip Hop Caucus –          Respect My Vote Campaign (www.hiphopcaucus.org) target World Record by registering ore than 50,000 eligible persons in one day during the “One Vote” National Registration Drive

 

 

WHEN:             Today September 30^th 6 am – 9 pm

 

 

 

WHERE:           16 cities across America: Atlanta, Indianapolis, Baltimore, Detroit, St. Louis, Charlotte, Raleigh-Durham, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Philadelphia, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Houston, Richmond Washington DC and Los Angeles

 

 

 

WHY:                52 Radio One Inc stations across 16 cities will each broadcast live from one central location allowing registrars to register eligible voters on site.  This nationwide voter drive is a joint effort between Radio One, Inc and Respect My Vote creator, Reverend Lennox Yearwood, also co-creator of the 2004 campaign “Vote or Die” with Sean “P Diddy” Combs. The initiative looks to bring the large number of African Americans, ages 18-29, who did not attend college out to the polls to participate in this year’s presidential election.

 

“We are committed to building awareness to the “Respect My Vote” Campaign,” explains Hip Hop Caucus CEO, Rev. Yearwood. “Our partnership with Radio One will help push the importance of registering to vote in this year’s presidential election to the more than 8 million unregistered African-Americans eligible to vote nationwide.”

 

Riddim Driven Clothing Will Showcase at Brooklyn Fashion Week

Riddim Driven returns for its second year at the Brooklyn Fashion Weekend runway to showcase its latest collection. The men’s highly anticipated fashion line, Riddim Driven will once again grace the stage at the event celebrating the relationship between fashion, music and community. The show will take place on Sunday, October 5, 2008 at 6:40pm. Doors open at 5:00pm at Huge White Box located on 109 Ingraham Street, East Williamsburg (between Porter and Morgan Avenue).

“We are pleased to celebrate Brooklyn Fashion Week this year. We are committed to making a statement with our brand. Men’s fashion is all about being comfortable and true to your own sense of style,” states Jean Jones, Brand Manager of Riddim Driven.                                                                      

Riddim Driven is recognized as a fashion industry leader for its creation and execution of the heritage inspired line. Our line does not lean too heavily on the red, green, and gold color scheme commonly associated with reggae-inspired clothing. Riddim Driven creates a comfortable couture feel with its military jackets and aesthetically appealing tees and hoodies. From Japan to Jamaican, Riddim Driven is loved by all fashionistas alike.

Clifford Wray III of Fashion Style Emergency Inc. will take the helm as Fashion Stylist, respectively. Our male models will be provided by George Brown of Red Models, NYC.

Trendsetters looking for more information on Riddim Driven clothing can log onto www.riddimdrivenclothing.com

The Hip Hop Cosign Spotlight: Leslie ‘Big Lez’ Segar

September 2008

Leslie ‘Big Lez’ Segar
Dancer/Choreographer/Actress/On Air Personality
Beverly Hills, CA

 

 

An entertainment pioneer, icon & legend, Leslie “Big Lez” Segar has trademarked her presence in the television, music, and radio industry.

The multi talented & highly respected dancer/choreographer, on-air radio DJ, television journalist & VJ, fitness specialist & stage & film actress is the “Jane of All Trades, Master of All”

A woman in demand, Leslie was recently one of the CO-hosts of the Steve Harvey Morning Show in Los Angeles, at her former number 1 station, 100.3 The Beat/KKBT, Los Angeles.

Always ahead of the curve, Leslie was also the on-air DJ & producer of “Hot Jamz,” the premiere national commercial free R&B music station on Sirius Satellite Radio. Leslies at-home studio allows for extensive voice tracking & voice over production.

Lez…as she is known throughout the industry, has radio experience that has traveled across the country. From her on air midday radio DJ stint @ Los Angeles 92.3 The Beat/KKBT, to New York’s/WQHT/Hot 97, Atlanta’s WAOK/V103 along with Los Angeles’s Big Boy Morning Show at KPWR/Power 106

This former host & producer of BET’s Rap City (7 years) is credited for conducting many first interviews for international artists like, 2Pac, Notorious B.I.G., Outkast, Wyclef Jean, the Fugees and more. Her incredible television experience allows her to flow with or without the use of teleprompters, or scripts allowing for a natural flow of knowledge & personality.

Leslie???s voice is featured on the Video Game of the Year, Grand Theft Auto San Andreas & PSP version of Master Sounds 98.3 and will be included on the new upcoming versions as well.

She is also credited for bridging the gap between sports, fashion, film, TV & Hip Hop with her produced features from behind the scenes and special coverages of NBA All-star & NFL Super Bowl games. Leslie was the first to debut footage from film sets with Queen Latifah, to Allen Iverson’s shoe launch & in studio album sessions, Sean P. Diddy Combs clothing line, film debut, restaurant launch to stage performances to Magic Johnson’s ventures.

Leslie was also the CO-host of the nationally syndicated boxing & entertainment show “Thunder Box. She brought views up close & personal interviews with boxings top athletes, direct from the ring. Big Lez….a name given to Leslie by directors to describe her muscular, athletic physique & grand gymnastics ability. Moves typically performed by small framed persons, yet conquered by a dynamic sized woman.

Coined by a journalist in an interview as “The Legs of Urban America,” Lez back flipped onto the scene in videos such as Michael Jackson’s “Remember the Time,” Whitney Houston’s “I’m every Woman,” Mary J. Blige’s “Real Love” & “You Remind Me, LL Cool J’s “Around the Way Girl,” Salt-n-Pepa, Bobby Brown and more. Her choreography for “Real Love” garnered her an MTV Music Award nomination for best choreography. Her incredible dance ability & sultry choreography, keeps her in demand.

With a bachelors degree in Physiology & minor in theater arts from the highly accredited Springfield College, in Massachusetts, Lez has used her expertise to set up fitness & healthy lifestyle programs for executives such as Sean P. Diddy Combs, Faith Evans, SWV, Andre Harrell (former Motown & Uptown Records president), and Heavy D, just to name a few.

Leslie Segar, a woman who truly represents spirit, mind & body. She is a shining star that continues to rise.

New Music Seminar

 

PRESENTS                                                                                        FOR IMMEDIATE     RELEASE   CONTACT: The Carnegie Group Stephanie Carnegie 718.954.2697 thecarnegiegroup@gmail.com (New York, NY September 10, 2008) Music Industry Online is pleased to announce its New Music Seminar, which will be held on Saturday November 1st in Cleveland, Ohio. Setting a precedent, The New Music Seminar will be the first of its kind held at the Crowne Plaza Rocks and other local venues in the area. The New Music Seminar targets artists, managers, producers, entertainment entrepreneurs, record labels, production companies, and more. The goal of Music Industry Online’s New Music Seminar is to EMPOWER, CONNECT, and EDUCATE those individuals interested in pursuing a career in the music business by providing an opportunity for participants to interact with key business professionals in the vast career fields the industry has to offer.   The New Music Seminar is a two day itinerary filled conference that will consist of a keynote speaker, various panels, workshops, artist showcases, live performances, listening/networking sessions, and pre/post events.   The keynote speaker and panelists will discuss and debate some of the most talked about and controversial issues in the music industry today. Panelists will include some of the world’s top industry and forward thinking executives. Some of The New Music Seminar’s confirmed panelists are: Kevin Lyman- CEO of 4FINI/Creator of The Warped Tours Richard Gottehrer – Founder & Chief Creative Officer of The Orchard Tru Pettigrew- President of Alloy Access Media Marketing Gaby Acevedo- President and Co-Owner: SRC/Universal Motown Records Nelson Taboada- VP Rap Radio: G-Unit Records Anthony “Ant” Rich- Manager of A&R: Jive Records Lenny Santiago- Sr. VP of A&R: Def Jam Records Leslie Arredondo- Music/ Media/Licensing: MTV Networks Porfirio Pina- Senior Director of Latin Division for BMI, Broadcast Media Inc. Christina Vidal- New Music Seminar Red Carpet VJ * More New Music Seminar panelists TBA.   The New Music Seminar is also offering hands on interactive workshops with genre focused sessions (Pop, Hip-Hop, Rock, R&B). During these workshops participants have a chance to ask experts any questions they may have regarding the music business.  This is an opportunity for individuals to gain concrete knowledge and insight on the business behind the music, legal publishing, licensing issues, and more.   Networking and matchmaking sessions allow rising entrepreneurs to meet, greet, and connect with potential future business partners. Listening sessions will be set up and serve as an outlet primarily for artists to have their music played and critiqued in front of influential A&R’s, and considered for placement on a record label, video game, TV show, or film.   *If you are serious about establishing yourself and pursuing a successful career in the dynamic and ever changing world of music, then The New Music Seminar is for YOU!!   For more information on Music Industry Online’s New Music Seminar, please visit www.newmusicseminars.com.     For press/media inquiries regarding The New Music Seminar, please contact The Carnegie Group @ thecarnegiegroup@gmail.com.

EXECUTIVE EDITOR OF THE SOURCE JOINS CASHMERE MARKETING AGENCY

Cashmere Agency, one of the entertainment industry’s premier lifestyle marketing agencies, today announced that it has named Ryan Ford to the post of Director of Creative Strategy. Ford, a veteran of the entertainment industry, was most recently Executive Editor of The Source magazine, one of popular culture’s leading music publications, commonly known as the “Bible of Hip-Hop.”

“Ryan brings extensive knowledge of the brand discovery process shared by tech-savvy cultures,” said Ted Chung, Cashmere Agency’s Chairman.  “There is an art to translating a client’s vision for young consumers. The Cashmere Agency is renown for our core competency in multi-cultural, lifestyle-driven campaigns; and we’re proud to have Ryan join our executive staff to lead the creative of these strategies.”

“Cashmere Agency provides the perfect platform to build effective and innovative communication between brands, artists and the consumer,” said Ford. “As Director of Creative Strategy, I can utilize my extensive relationships with artists, executives and media in order to create a seamless and credible message to communicate the brand through multiple touch points.”

At Cashmere Agency, Ryan will oversee creative strategies and communication to constantly identify and integrate the dynamic interaction between brands and young consumers. Ryan will work closely with Cashmere Agency’s growing list of clients including Universal Music Group, the E! Channel, THQ Wireless, Land Rover, EA, Smirnoff, Sprite, Chrysler and film and music star Snoop Dogg.

Ford, who holds a M.A. in African-American Studies from UCLA, began as an intern with The Source in 2000. Since that time he has held a number of positions including most recently Executive Editor, where he oversaw the magazine’s creative vision and wrote cover stories on Hip-Hop stars like Ice Cube, Eve and The Game. Ryan has also lent an expert voice to E!’s True Hollywood Story.

In addition, Ryan volunteers his time in the political world. Ryan acts as Coordinator for the Iowa Brown and Black Presidential Forum, a debate on minority issues that featured Sen. Hillary Clinton and Sen. Barack Obama and panelists such as Dr. Benjamin Chavis, CEO of the Hip-Hop Summit Action Network. In addition, Ryan sits on the national advisory board of the National Coalition of Black Civic Participation’s Black Youth Vote initiative.

Ryan has also formed Rhyme Night, a recurring Hip-Hop talent showcase event. Ryan co-founded Rhyme Night with multi-platinum rapper and actor Xzibit.

 ”We are thrilled to have someone of Ryan’s industry stature join Cashmere Agency,” added Rona Mercado, VP of Marketing. “More important is Ryan’s shared vision about the immense possibilities that new media offers to expand awareness and build excitement for our clients from a global perspective down to the community level.”

Please feel free to contact Ryan at ryan@cashmereagency.com or 310-695-6485.

ABOUT CASHMERE AGENCY:
Cashmere Agency is the premier lifestyle marketing collective.  The executive staff is comprised of leading minds from the world of entertainment, advertising and new media.  Founded in 1999 by Ted Chung and Seung Chung, Cashmere Agency has expanded from its headquarters in Los Angeles to offices in New York City and Mumbai, India.

Cashmere Agency’s client list includes Adidas, Coca Cola, Interscope Records, Chrysler and Disney.

Political Satirist Shang Spearheads Campaign Urging Black America to

COMEDIAN / POLITICAL SATIRIST SHANG URGES BLACK AMERICA TO “VOTE FIRST”   Shang Spearheads “Vote First” for National Coalition on Black Civic Participation’s Unity ‘08 Campaign

 

Los Angeles, CA - Edgy, insightful, provocative and uncompromising, the stand-up routines of comedian Shang have always echoed the voice and sentiments of the people. And now, as the political comedic voice of “Vote First” a new initiative launched by the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation’s (NCBCP) Unity ‘08 Campaign,  Shang’s performance will strike yet another chord as he encourages his fellow comedians and the black community at large to not only vote, but to be among the first to cast a ballot.   Shang’s involvement and leadership will spearhead, “Vote First” a grassroots movement geared toward the hip hop generation urging African Americans to vote early.    “In this historic election there will be long lines, major drama at the polls, and we all know the voting machines always break down in the ‘hood,” explains the boisterous comic.   ”There are a lot of people that would like to suppress the black vote. The games to prevent us from voting have already started. Imagine their disappointment when black folks flip the script and show up early instead of waiting until the last day to vote.”   As Melanie L. Campbell, executive director and  CEO of NCBCP, points out, “Voting early will reduce problems at the polls. We’re encouraging people to find out the first day to vote in their state. Some states start early or absentee voting at the beginning of October. In states that do not allow early voting, we’re urging the black community to be among the first in line to cast a ballot. Shang’s involvement will help to get the word out to black youth, they listen to comedians, rappers, and radio hosts.”   The NCBCP is reaching out to the public and black media to get the “Vote First” message to the masses. In addition to radio public service announcements available for airing, the organization has web banners, church fans, and other materials promoting early voting.  They’re also urging voters to join one of the marches to the polls being coordinated across the country by churches, civic organizations, individuals, fraternities and sororities on the first day of early voting.   “The black community made it happen in Jena. If 40,000 Black people could drive thousands of miles into the middle of nowhere to free the Jena Six, every eligible black voter should be able to make it to their local polling place to change America,”  asserts Shang. “Yes y’all, we can overcome, and we can do it early by ‘Voting First!’”   The NCBCP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to increasing Black civic engagement and voter participation. Unity ‘08 is a coalition of some of the most prestigious organizations working together to turn out a historic number of African American voters in 2008. National Unity ‘08 Campaign partners include: National Urban League,  Black Youth Vote!, National Council of Negro Women,  A. Philip Randolph Institute, Coalition of Black Trade Unionists, American Urban Radio Networks, BET,  100 Black Men of America, and the National Newspaper Publishers Association, among others.   The debut of  Shang’s first major release CD  entitled “SHANGRY!!”, on Uproar Records is a broadcast of his unique perspective on social and political issues.  The New York native has cemented his position as one of the brightest funnymen in the business as his political and explosive humor has been showcased on HBO’s Aspen Comedy Festival Special “Best of the Fest,”Politically Incorrect,” BBC’s  ”Funny Business,” Mun2’s “Loco Comedy Jam,” NBC’S “Comedy Showcase,” and MTV’s “Choose or Lose” just to name a few. He served as co-host on Russell Simmon’s “One World Music Beat” and as co-producer and host of BET’S  ”Access Granted” in addition to appearing regularly on  BET’s “Comic View.”             “Peoples,” informs Shang, “know what’s going on.  Take control and don’t be controlled. The following facts are crucial:        -Verify your registration status BEFORE Election Day – Make sure you are listed on the registration roll by calling your local Board of Elections.        -Verify your poll location before ELECTION Day. Call 1-866-MYVOTE1 (1-866-698-6831) to find your polling place.        -Don’t leave home without a government issued photo ID. If you have problems voting call Election Protection at 1-866-OUR-VOTE.          -Verify the date and location to vote early or absentee in your state at www.blackcampaign.org then VOTE FIRST!          -Be a part of history. Vote early or be FIRST in line on November 4 – VOTE FIRST!           -After you cast your ballot, text “blackyouthvote” to 69302.”             For additional information contact the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation, Inc. at www.blackcampaign.org   or by phone at 202-659-4929.  And check out Shang at www.IAmShang.com.

AIDS Walk Atlanta 2008 to Benefit Affected ATL Residents

AIDS WALK ATLANTA 2008, “GIVING EVERY LIFE HOPE,” WILL BENEFIT 20,000 AFFECTED ATLANTA RESIDENTS

Nationally, 50% of HIV/AIDS Cases are African American, in Georgia that Number Increases to 68%

Aniz, Inc. is the Only African American Led Non-Profit Agency That is a Benefiting Organization for AIDS Walk Atlanta 2008

ANIZ – Empowering Children and Adults through Education and Intervention to Prevent the spread of AIDS to the next Generation

Atlanta, GA (BlackNews.com) – On Sunday, October 19th, thousands of individuals will participate in the largest and most visible AIDS charity fundraising event in the southeast. AIDS Walk Atlanta will start at 2:00 PM in Piedmont Park. Donations and sponsorships will benefit those affected/infected with HIV/AIDS.

AIDS Walk Atlanta 2008 needs 16,000 people to walk and participate in order to raise funds. Your sponsorship will benefit those organizations that are on the front lines helping those infected with HIV/AIDS get the support and treatment they need.

The annual impact of AIDS Walk Atlanta is tremendous. Proceeds benefit AID Atlanta and nine other AIDS Service Organizations including: AIDGwinnett, Inc., AIDS Survival Project, AIDS Alliance for Faith and Health(AAFH), Aniz, Inc., Home But Not Alone (HBNA), Jerusalem House, Positive Impact, Inc., and Project Open Hand. For more information on these benefiting organizations, please visit www.aidswalkatlanta.com/Page.aspx?pid=235&frsid=22

Aniz, Inc. is a proud partner in this event. Their goal is to be a resource to African / Multicultural Americans and other under-served populations living with HIV and AIDS. “We hope that you will join us in supporting this worthy cause,” said Zina Age, president and CEO of Aniz, Inc. “Take part as a walker or sponsor. Go to www.aniz.org and click on the AIDS Walk banner today or donate through our website.”

For more statistics and information on how HIV/AIDS has affected Altanta, please visit www.georgiaaids.org/stats/statewide.htm

For More Information Contact:
Dorothy Goodwin, Executive Administrator
Aniz, Inc.
233 Mitchell Street, SW, Suite 200
Atlanta, GA 30303
Office: (404) 521-2410
Toll Free: (866) 521-2410
Fax: (404) 521-2499
URL: www.aniz.org
Email: infoaniz@aol.com

All-Star Female Mavericks Join ESSENCE to Inspire Young Women at Inaugural Conference

ESSENCE magazine will give young women the tools and information needed to launch their careers and achieve success at its first ever ESSENCE Young Women’s Leadership Conference: Jumpstart Your Future, which will take place Saturday, November 1, 2008 in Atlanta, GA, at AmericasMart and Saturday, November 8, 2008 in Washington, D.C. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.

 

ESSENCE will bring together thousands of young African-American women for an inspiring day of exciting general sessions, workshops, and speakers, designed to offer career advice, financial planning and life skills that will help them prepare for a successful career. Organizations can get involved and sponsor an on-site recruitment area where attendees can apply for internships and receive career counseling.  

 

Conference speakers include Vanessa and Angela Simmons (MTV’s “Run’s House”/Pastry Sneakers and Apparel); actress Tia Mowry (CW’s “The Game”); author/media executive Amy DuBois Barnett (Get Yours! How to Have Everything You Ever Dreamed of and More), financial expert Glinda Bridgforth (Girl, Get Your Credit Straight!), music executive Shanti Das (Executive VP of Urban Marketing and Artist Development, Universal Motown); Capricorn Clark (Global Brand Manager, Sean John, TV Personality, VH1’s “I Want to Work for Diddy”); and lawyer/TV host/interior designer Lauren Lake (HGTV’s “Spice Up My Kitchen”).   The Atlanta conference will also include an exciting performance by Bad Boy recording artist Janelle Monáe. Attendees will also enjoy an interactive experience in the ESSENCE Young Women Leadership Conference “Cyber lounge” sponsored by AMBI_® Skincare and powered by iTunes.

 

“It is important for ESSENCE to provide our younger readers with the tools and information necessary for a bright and successful future, “says Angela Burt-Murray, editor-in-chief, ESSENCE. “We’ve created an exciting panel of speakers with whom young women can easily identify and a compelling program in which these future leaders can be heard, inspired and transformed.”

 

Sponsors of the ESSENCE Young Women’s Leadership Conference are AMBI_® Skincare, Organic Root Stimulator and Neutrogena.  In addition, ESSENCE magazine in partnership with The Sallie Mae Fund, a charitable organization sponsored by Sallie Mae launched a “Generation Next” scholarship contest.  Five young women were awarded $5,000 scholarships each towards their higher education goals and a special invitation to the ESSENCE Young Leadership Conference.

 

Early registration discount before September 20^th is $35, and general registration is $45 until November 8. The registration fee also includes a 1-year subscription to ESSENCE magazine.

 

For more details on registration and conference information, visit www.essence.com/ywlc.  For information on recruitment area sponsorship contact Sheena Meekins at 212.522.2498

 

About Essence Communications Inc.:
Essence Communications Inc. (ECI) is the leading media and communications company dedicated to African-American women.  With a multi-platform presence in publishing, live events, and online, the Essence brand is “Where Black Women Come First”.  The company’s flagship publication, ESSENCE magazine, is the preeminent lifestyle magazine for African-American women; generating brand extensions such as the Essence Music Festival, Women Who Are Shaping the World Leadership Summit, Window on Our Women (WOW I, II & III) and Smart Beauty I, II & III consumer insights, the Essence Book Club, Essence.com, and ventures in digital media (mobile, television and VOD) via Essence Studios. For 38 years, ESSENCE magazine, which has a readership of 8.5 million, has been the leading source of cutting-edge information relating to every area of African-American women’s lives. 

 

Additional information about ECI and ESSENCE is available at essence.com.

Q-Tip releases The Renaissance- Nov 4

POP CULTURE ICON
Q-TIP RELEASES THE RENAISSANCE ON NOVEMBER 4th

 

Grammy award winning hip-hop pioneer Q-Tip is set to release his highly anticipated new album The Renaissance (Universal Motown) on November 4th. His first release since 1999’s acclaimed solo debut Amplified, The Renaissance is a versatile portrayal of a pivotal, multi-talented artist at the top of his game. Q-Tip, handling productions duties, taps into a unique sound combining live instrumentation and samples that is pure hip-hop. Since launching his career with the groundbreaking group A Tribe Called Quest, Q-Tip has grown into a virtual icon and fixture of all that is cutting edge and relevant in pop culture – film, politics, art and music. His personality and creativity is a magnet that connects him with some of the most respected artists and thinkers across all walks of life. This creative dynamism has a profound impact on his musings which result in one of the strongest hip-hop releases this year. Q-Tip states, “This album is part of a reawakening. For me it was a journey through a musical and cultural rebirth, hence the title. The Renaissance is an album inspired by a new era of vigor, musical expression and of a palpable new movement of time when the youth is ushering in new hopes and ideas without the restriction of boundaries. The Renaissance is the first album of a series I will be creating in this remarkable time of new awakenings.” The lead single from The Renaissance- “Gettin’ Up”- is reminiscent of the cerebral wordplay, socially conscious themes and fusion of genre-bending influences that established Q-Tip as a key innovator in the world of music. Check out the video here. Revered by peers in and outside of hip-hop’s tremendous orbit, Q-Tip has tapped the vocal talents of some of the industry’s best. Norah Jones can be heard on “Life is Better” – a tribute to hip-hip history makers from Kool Herc to J Dilla. Two of soul’s finest, D’Angelo and Raphael Saadiq, are featured on the tracks “Fight/Love” and “Believe” respectively. Q-Tip is also joined by hip-hop poet and vocalist Amanda Diva on “ManWomanBoogie.” In anticipation of The Renaissance, Q-Tip will be making several special appearances: - On Monday, September 29th, he takes to the stage at the Knitting Factory in New York City for a free show. To RSVP, text QTIP to 66937. - Q-Tip, alongside Rich Medina, hits the decks at Santos Party House in New York City every Friday. The duo spins a diverse mix of classic and new hip-hop, soul, funk, dancefloor bangers and more. - Q-Tip joins an amazing lineup of artists performing at the annual VH1 Hip Hop Honors. The show airs Monday, October 6th. - Q-Tip keeps the discussion of hip-hop and other topics flowing with Town Hall style meetings in Los Angeles, San Francisco and Atlanta (details TBA) as well as being a panel participant at this year’s CMJ Music Marathon. - On Wednesday, October 29th, he performs at the New York Knicks opening game. Q-Tip recently recorded his own version of the “Go New York Go” anthem, which will be heard throughout the season. - Q-Tip makes his first national TV appearance in support of The Renaissance on the Late Show with David Letterman on November 6th. Q-Tip on MySpace