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! 

Skyy High...Divinely Protected!!!

The dawn of a new era has arrived! It is Revolutionary Times! In this world were money has become the ultimate goal, arrives a warrior of God! Skyy High, the Queen of the O-Town, has ignited a fire with her extraordinary new album, "Divinely Protected"! Released on March 27th 2012, it came out the gate as a highly anticipated debut, and has delivered as promised! With track after track of continuous hits, Conscious Mind Records artist, Skyy High takes us on a journey of someone who has fought through the temptations of mankind, someone who has made mistakes but came back 10 times stronger to lead the way to a better life for all of Gods children! She delivers a message of unity for everyone and is willing to fight the battle and deliver the message before we have gone to far! 

From her Hit single off the album "Everything’s Alright", a club banging, uplifting, hard hitting message of triumph, to "Gone away", where she features LaRue and "T", where her and LaRue take on relationship issues people go through. Then there is "Goddess" which is about Women’s respect. Letting the men know that to be with a woman on the level of a Goddess, you have to come with respect! When I listen to the song "Road Through Hell", ft. SoulJah Bless, I could feel my heart pace pick up, because it describes a lot of the trials and tribulations I have gone through to get where I am today. The list of hits goes on and on, but the most beautiful part is that Skyy High lives this way on a daily basis. Every word she pours into her music is real! 

A Native of Orlando, Skyy High has seen this town grow in the music industry. She is well known in the O and brings a big following wherever she performs. We witnessed this first hand at her Album Release/ Birthday party. It was off the chain. A great list of performers from Conscious Mind Records very own, LaRue, SoulJah Bless, 1Dawg, and "T", to some of the Greatest artist in the central Florida area T-Rexz, T da Dawg, Chuck Dee, Remedy the Franchise, Crazy, C. Reese, Mor4us, and more. The Queen of all DJ’s, DJ Niecy-D, hosted this Epic event! So you already know it was a great party! From the beginning till the end the crowd was rocking. It was a night to always remember, as the night when all of Orlando came together from every part of the central Florida area, and partied hard in unity! 

Enjoy this link to a full video of the show and if you would like to purchase your own copy of this Mega album, just click HERE! Enjoy and God Bless you all! Peace! 

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