HIP HOPS ULTIMATE CHALLENGE

In the Hip Hop industry there are a lot of people who claim to be the next best thing out there! From Freestyle artist to Beat Producers, the level of self confidence is extremely high. This is for a good reason.

     The  ability of an MC to piece together not only a rhyme that sounds great, but to also have it make since with a story or a theme, with no time to write or rehearse, in fact with less then a second to think of, and place every word in its perfect  position, is nothing short of a miracle. Often Freestyle MC’s are over looked for the more studio seasoned lyricist. What many people fail to realize is in order to create such works of art almost instantaneously is at the least on the level of Genius. Of coarse not all MC’s are great, but some are amazing.

     The Composer, or Beat Producer as most know them, are another Genius breed. The Producer is able to manipulate sound waves to warp together and make magical musical compositions that flow so perfectly, that it almost seems as if the beat is born instead of created. Often their creation can take an unskillful lyricist or singer, and make their vocals sound a thousand times better. When the lyricist vocals are so bad that nothing can save them, then it is the beat that makes the song a hit.. in fact some beats are created so perfectly, that even a skillful lyricist can be seen as second in line to importance as the beat.

      Now Both of these Masters of the Art Of Sound are Awesome in their own way, and when two of the great masters are placed together, then magic is created, and the world moves in unison to their creation.

     With such gifts often comes the bragging and boosting. Many go their entire careers never really having a place to test their skill level. Testing of the skill level is not only important for the artist to know were they stand in their craft, but it also gives them a direction to push for. If you are never pushed to your limit then you will never try to push past it!

     Many may ask, where can Masters of Sound go to test their skills? Well Conscious Mind Records Inc. and Presideum LLC, has the perfect place for them. “Hip Hops Ultimate Challenge”, or H.U.C for short, is a new series of shows starting on Friday October 12^th  2012, and is set to be the main show and location for MC’s and Beat Producers around the world! It is a place for them to come and find out were they stand amongst their sisters and brothers in this field. The shows will consist of 8 MC’s and 8 Producers, going head to head pushing each others gifts to the limit. The MC’s will spit fiery poetic freestyle rhymes over the producers beats, and will be judged on their creativity, their ability to stay on subject, and their delivery. They will not be allowed to base their rhymes on dissing the opponent. This is a unifying event, not a destroying one. The Producers will be judged on the sound, creativity, and arrangement of their beats.

   H.U.C will have 2 host. The lead host, Jawaan LaRue, is a seasoned veteran in the lyrical field. As an Artist signed to Conscious Mind Records, he has built himself a strong fan base stretching from The west coast to the east coast, and also over in parts of the U.K. LaRue is known for being a lyrical beast, freestyle or written. 

In the first show we will have a guest host, Society’s Poet, or A.K.A SP. SP, a Conscious Mind Records artist, is a veteran also. She is mainly known for her mind stimulating poetry, and creation of the #1 rated Spoken Word poetry show in the U.S, “Spoken Word Revolution”, but also is known to rip the mic with songs that make you groove! SP is a walking Hip Hop history book, and can educate even some of the founders of the art on its history.

   H.U.C will also have 3 Industry veterans as the Judges panel. Judge DJ Niecy-D, has been in the industry for a long time. She has been crowned as the Queen of all DJ’s, because she led the way for females in the industry to began rocking the turntables. She was the first female DJ out of New York and the first female DJ on the airwaves of Orlando’s 102 jams. She has rocked out with the group 95 south and is tied into almost all of the key figures in the Hip Hop industry. Her DJ ties can get your music played around the world with just a suggestion from her. 

     Next we have Judge Phraydoe Peans! Phraydoe is a pioneer of Hip Hop, especially in the Central Florida areas. When Hip Hop was almost completely given away to commercial music, and very few were willing to work with each other and help unsigned artist, Mr. Peans and his partner Dizzle Phunk, started “Soul Of Da City”. This show allowed for aspiring artist to come out and showcase their talents to the community, and quickly grew into the main place to go for artist not only from central Florida but also from all over Florida. Phraydoe, who is also a Lyrical Genius, is part of a revolutionary group called “The Family Gang” which has combined Hip Hop music, with a live band, a message , and straight up enjoying life. Peans and The Family Gang have rocked audience all over the place and have created Die Hard music fans who will go for days with no sleep just to get another chance to see them rock!!! Peans also has a series of wild videos called the “Planet Peans Series” Which has a strong fan base around the world.

      The first month will have a Guest Judge, Judge Chico Star! Chico Star is veteran Beat Producer, who’s compositions has hit many great artist across the Hip Hop scene. His recent hit with Conscious Mind Records artist SoulJah Bless and Skyy High, “Babylon Beware”, has been rocking the nation! Two lyrical veterans, flowing on a magical sound wave, made an unbeatable hit! His beats are crafted in such a way, that you can almost see the sound waves moving through the air. All a lyricist has to do is place skillful lyrics anywhere in them, and a hit will be made. When working with a Chico Star beat you have to come hard, or the beat will leave you behind. Either way it goes, with a Chico Star beat you will be rocking your body whether the lyricist is up to par or not!

     The winners of each show will receive multiple prizes and free services to help them further their career.

  The series will have 11 shows, once a month, leading up to the 12^th show, when all of the winners from the first 11 shows come back and have one final challenge. This final challenge will earn them the title as Hip Hops Ultimate Freestyle MC and Producer. The first show will be on the 2^nd Friday of October, and each show after will be on the first Friday of every month.

    H.U.C will be held at “The BBoy Spot”, located at 7033 Stapoint Court, Suite C, Winter Park, FL 32792. This is right behind Full Sail off of Forsyth.

   For all Beat Producers who would like to participate please email: H.A.Y.B at hayb@consciousmindrecords.com. For all MC’s wanting to participate please send an email to: Roberto De Jesus at theanalogy@gmail.com

     For all Hip Hop fans out there, Hip Hops Ultimate Challenge is the place to be if you want to see the next rising stars of the industry, and also if you are an Artist or Producer looking for a match up with your skills!! Spread Hip Hop, Peace and Love to the world! Until next time, its Conscious Mind Records to the 50^th floor and beyond!!!

Conscious Mind Records Making Major Moves!!!

The past few months for the Conscious Mind Records Family have been very productive. We have been making moves to take the Conscious Mind movement to a whole new level. Starting with the Conscious Mind Records office. We have officially finished building the recording booth. This has been a process lead by our brother Kareem Beazer and assisted by Souljah Bless. They finished in the beginning of august. The booth added a wonderful feel to the office, which is now going to be the birthplace of many great songs to come out of the family. The booth was officially blessed by Thomas A Jenkins IV (a.k.a DJ), the son of the company’s founder, With his first words spoken through the mic, “Daddy play some music so I can sing”. 

     One of the biggest moves made by the company this past August was the official last day of “Spoken Word Revolutions”, being held at Revolutions nightclub. The world known “Spoken Word Revolution” has changed locations to its new home “Café Annies, located at 131 N. Orange Ave, Orlando FL 32801. September 11 2012 is going to be the first night there. Also Society’s Poet, the founder of “Spoken Word Revolutions” has moved to Dallas Texas to spread the greatest Spoken Word show. She is making moves to get another Spoken word there, and making it possible for Poets to travel between the states, and have a place to perform. Do I see a Franchise beginning? Other great news for Spoken Word Revolution is we have now officially brought in THE FAMILY GANG, as the official band for Spoken Word Revolution!!!!! You already know this means the house will be rocking! Hopefully in due time we will be able to have the show on cable TV for the world to see.

  

     In the works is LaRues next album “Unconditional”! I can tell you now it is OFF THE CHAIN!!! We are excited about it and if you make it to one of his many shows before the release, you stand a good chance of being bless with a new song or two off of it! The Album release date will be announced soon!

     Many other great things have been taking place within the company, and we will be updating you all within the next couple of weeks. You can stay in touch with us on any of our social media sites. Until next time Spread Peace!!! Conscious Mind Records to the 50th floor and beyond!!!

https://www.facebook.com/consciousmindrecords  https://twitter.com/consciousmindR, https://www.facebook.com/spokenwordrevolution?ref=ts http://www.youtube.com/user/ConsciousMindRecords . 

Society's Poet..The Entertainment Pioneer

In the Music Industry it can often be hard to become noticed, or even to introduce something new. For Nasstassia Marie Sitze, well known in the United States Spoken Word poetry scene as ”Society’s Poet”, this was a well excepted challenge. She began making herself appear on the scene in 2009, when her and a good friend Lavette Jackson decided to start a spoken word spot called “Spoken Word Revolution”, or SWR. 

Her beginning was alittle slow, but it started to pick up pace quickly. Society’s Poet linked up with a small indie record company in January of 2010, named Conscious Mind Records Inc, and begin her climb to the top of the Orlando entertainment scene. Soon after her joining CMR she became one of the 5 board members of the company, and after just one year with her show running, SP’s, Spokenword Revolution began to gain a lot of attention across the states.

 

     Grammy nominees, such as Queen Sheeba, were gracing her stage, and word began spreading fast. Shortly after SP, Released a song to the public, which she had collabed with Groove Major, called “Get Away” which you can find HERE! With SP’s music going strong and Spoken Word Revolution growing rapidly, her Notoriety of being one of the top Spoken Word Poets and host crossed the seas had spead up. Word all around the world began to spread, and demand for her talent grew.  

     SP has been blessed with the chance to grace many stages and has received numerous awards for her contribution to the world. Spoken Word Revolution had reached a level of great heights, but SP wanted to raise the roof. In 2012 Spoken Word Revolution became fully incorporated into Conscious Mind Records and has now taken a front spot in the drivers seat. Society’s poet has worked very hard, and will continue to push all the way threw the roof, Her latest venture has taken her out west. To Dallas Texas, where she will start a 2^nd Spoken Word Revolution, which will coincide with the Legendary Orlando one. She will also have her eyes open for new talent as she has recently earned the position of Vice President Of Artist Development and Production for Conscious Mind Records Inc.

     We Salute Society’s Poet, and see her as becoming a legend around the world!

     Until next time… to the 50^th floor and beyond!!!!

What do Record Labels Look For!!!

Everyday a new future star is born! In the music industry this is definitely the truth. The idea of being a star is all in the idea of the beholder. What is considered being a star to one person is not always the same as what other people consider to be a star.  One thing that holds true, is that in order to reach the level of stardom most people consider, you will need help from someone already with there foot in the door. The question that many aspiring future stars may ask is exactly how do you go about getting your foot into the mainstream door. There are many answers to this including the one that we all dream of, Instant fame. Somehow, someway, someone will discover you singing to yourself, or at one of your shows, and POW! Instant success. However for 99.9999999% of us out here in the world. This is not the method that will work for us.

Another method to reaching the industry professional level is to know someone already there. Like a family member who may work for Sony Music, EMI, Warner, Universal  or even Conscious Mind Records. As nice and as simple as this seems, people have to factor in that for all the people that work for a label, very few of them actually have the power or know the discussion maker well enough to get your music in the door. The chances of your friend or family member being the one are slim to none.

Then we have the main avenue most people take. We push hard getting our music out to the public, doing shows, publishing our material, selling CD’s and any other method we can think of. Well, let me tell you from the industry inside point of view, you have to be unique, and have a monster work ethic. I can give you the Conscious Mind Records point of view. As the C.E.O. Of Orlando Florida's fastest growing record company, I receive a lot of people’s music. From online popups on Face Book, to CD’s on my car window at shows, friends bring their friends music to me, emails, mail, and every way possible. I personally don’t have time to here them all, and I know the other labels don’t either. So let me give you a tip on how to get our attention.

First you have to be different. If you give me a CD with music that sounds like the majority of people out there today, I will not listen. I find that to be the most common problem. Most people rap or sing about the same thing, over beats that sounds the same, and there is nothing new about them at all. You have less then 10 seconds to catch the average discussion makers attention with your music. Make every second count, and new! Also the artist has to show me that they are willing to go through the same grind I had to, in order to be successful. Yes we will push you once we decide to sign you, but we need artist who take this business serious. Why would I spend thousands or in the major labels case, millions on an artist who wouldn’t spend a penny, and wouldn’t work there behinds off to be successful. Also, is if your look is boring, and doesn’t match your music genre, you may be over looked. You don’t have to be a dime piece, or look like Denzel in his prime, but your dress and look alone can gain you fans, before they even here your music. 

Finally I must see confidence. I want to see you sing your song like it’s the best song in the world and I want you to show us why we should think so also. If you cant show me you truly believe in yourself and your music, then why should I believe in them. With all that being said, no matter who or what tells you to give up. You should never stop!!! Thank you all for spending your valuable time reading this, and remember to teach the world, and Spread Peace! 

“T” C.E.O. Conscious Mind records Inc.

MUSIC ARTIST MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR EVERYONE!!!

Music artist management is key in making sure an artist is focused in the right direction.  In the world of entertainment it is vital to always be on top of the game. Whether you are creating music or shooting videos it doesn’t matter.  If you stop making moves forward you will be forgotten and disappear. We at Conscious Mind Records do our best to stay at the top of the Entertainment business. One of the best ways to make sure we are at the forefront at all times is to stay current with our fans and fellow artist. We love to help our fellow people however we can. Many times we are asked questions about the music business. Questions such as , how and where do I begin, to who should mix my song, or who should shoot my video.  

 

With this being said, we have recently started a new Artist Development Program which is ran by our Vice President of Artist Development, Nasstassia Sitze. We designed this program specifically for the artist that wants to be able to focus on their music instead of wasting valuable time trying to find the right team to get them going strong. In our new program we walk the artist through every step. We can write your song, create or find you a beat, help you secure locations for your rehearsals, record/mix/master, your music. Record your video, create your press kits, design your logo, help you copyright your work, create you a website for music, duplicate and replicate your cds. Digital distribution set up. Choreograph your stage performance, make your business cards and flyers, and so much more….. The great thing about this is, we can help you with any one part of this or the entire process. We have packages for each level, and we work with your budget. Affordability is key.

We are also planning an event for the month of july to help get the word out and let people know they now have a team waiting for them. If you like what we do for our artist, just imagine what we can do for you. Once we get you going strong, you are free and clear with no strings attached. If, however you would like further assistance we have can make sure the right people here your music. Of coarse we cannot promise a record deal, or even fame and fortune, but we can promise that if we helped you make it, it will be done right and Professionally. So check us out. We work on a non-stress rule. Meaning you can approach us anytime for any questions, and we will give our 100% in answering you every time. No pressure, and no pain. We are here to not only spread the love and peace, but also the knowledge! Stayed tuned for more!

Until next time.. Spread Peace to the 50^th floor and beyond!!! http://www.consciousmindrecords.com/conscious-duplications.html
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Conscious Mind Records NEW VIDEOS!!!

Hello everyone and welcome back to the Conscious Mind Records Blog!!! It has been a few months since I last got everyone up to date on the company. A lot has been going on with the family, starting with the release of the “Babylon Beware” video. This epic song stars SoulJah Bless ft Skyy High! The video starts out with a huge bang! “Babylon Beware, we are coming for you”!!! This classic brings such a powerful straightforward message of unity of the people, to fight against injustice.  This video has been over a year in the making. The song was originally recorded over a year ago, and Souljah had been waiting to find the perfect match to make it complete. With Skyy High officially part of the family, it only made since to put her on it. Her powerful messages with an angelic but deadly vocal set the almost perfect song into its own world! The song has become a cry for the Revolution! Many people have begun to make it an anthem! Join together it yells!!! No more oppression it screams!!! Most importantly it tells the world.. “You Are Not Alone”. There are many of us out here who feel the same. There are many of us out here ready to start the change. No my friends, and family, you are not alone, and now is the time we find each other, and make a change for the better of all man kind. With such a strong, powerful message mixed with awesome video footage, which by the way was filmed and edited by our friends over at A.K.A. Media, “Babylon Beware” is sure to touch the world and spread the message!!! Check  it out at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-7KLWTAh3g&list=UU34rndAi27RFdaOYj2-jT6w&index=2&feature=plcp  

Now onto the next amazing video!!! This is an early exclusive!!! The “Gone Away” video, which is to be released next week on Wednesday, June 23^rd 2012, will be the first video to be released off of Skyy High’s newest album “Divinely Protected” which you can download on Itunes here http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/divinely-protected/id514976588 . “Gone Away”, which stars Skyy High and features Jawaan LaRue and “T”, tells a story of a woman and man who have come to the end of their relationship. The story takes you threw the battles and arguments that we all have been threw, and are expected to hit a lot of hearts on its debut. The video which was Produced by Thomas A Jenkins III, and directed by Jodi Ann Willis, is definitely a homerun hit for the Conscious Mind Family. When the video is released it is expected to have a strong following. Russel Emanuel (H.A.Y.B.) and Thomas Jenkins “T” produced this song, and Joey Trife composed the beat. Another cool fact about the video is that it had a great crew of Full Sail University students and grads involved in making it. Full Sail University is considered one of the top in the nation for media education. In fact Jodi, LaRue,“T” and Mike Stanford(Crew Member) are all current students and H.A.Y.B. is also a past Full Sail Student. Yes we went all out on this one! So tune in next week and see history in the making!!! 

Until next time… Spread Peace To the 50^th floor and beyond!

Whenever someone is planning to make a career out of the Entertainment Industry , you can rest assured 

they will need a great company attorney to help them stay 100% on the up and up. Everything from negotiations, copy righting, contracts, representation, and many more things are covered by your attorney. 

We at Conscious Mind Records Inc. Have been fortunate enough to find an attorney who is more for the people then for the money, and is helping to place our family on top of the music industry. Quinton J. Sheer, Esq. Quinton  or "Q" , as many call him, has been a part of the music industry for over 20 years. Years of touring around the world as an entertainer, has allowed him to build a network to reckon with. Q became a friend of the family when he was referred by the well know Orlanobands.com founder Ben Gardner.

Q  practices in the entertainment, contract fields of law, criminal law and is a certified county mediator.

Q is a member of the Florida Bar, the American Bar Association, the Orange County Bar Association, the Osceola County Bar Association, the National Lawyers Guild, NORML, and the ACLU. 

Recently meeting with Q on the legalities dealing with Conscious Mind Records, We had the chance to talk about the music industry. When asked about protecting our company from legal hassles, he stated the importance of making sure your paperwork is correct. Contracts for all artist and copyrights on all materials. In this industry we sometimes are into making our music and being an artist so much, that we can forget about the business side of things. Q not only helped us make sure our contracts were good, but he gave us tips own how to do things like copyright your own material. Q showed us that a good entertainment attorney, can make a huge difference in relieving some of the stresses of protecting yourself. 

 

We at Conscious Mind Records would like to thank this member of our family! Thank you "Q" for taking care of those who love the music!