Big Homie Tona will be having an official Direct Deposit LP release party on Tuesday July 14th at Revival in Toronto. His upcoming music video “Fast Pace” featuring T.R.A.C.K.S. and Saukrates will premiere at the party.  Peep the details below.

‘Direct Deposit’ is the collaboration album between Tona & producer, Lyve.

‘Fast Pace’ Feat Saukrates & T.R.A.C.K.S of IRS, is the second single & video off the LP, directed by David F. Mewa.

Tuesday, July 14th, 2009
@ The Revival (783 College St W)

Music provided by:
Channel 9
P Plus
Agile

Damage: $5
Doors @ 9pm

‘DIRECT DEPOSIT’ LP will be AVAILABLE 4 sale @ venue!!

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After erupting onto the music scene last year with his Don’t Holla EP, Tona is no freshman to the mic & stage. Sharing the stage with acts like Nas, Method Man/Red Man, Black Milk, Lupe Fiasco, and more, Tona brings his lyrical skills to the forefront, met with Lyve’s hard hitting production, to their new project Direct Deposit available today.

“The project was titled Direct Deposit,”Tona explains, “because the same way people wait for their paychecks every 2 weeks, they’ve been waiting for this project…This is a Direct Deposit in the form of music, from Tona & Lyve to the people.”

Available in stores across Canada today (HMV,Circuit City etc), & digitally through all major online distributors worldwide (itunes, amazon, etc) through E1 Music, the project is laced with songs produced by Lyve & features the likes of Skyzoo, Saukrates, and more.

When asked how he felt about being a part of Direct Deposit, Lyve says, “It’s a great feeling to work with people who are passionate about what they do and are actually good at it! I’m really excited about the oppurtunity and I want people to make note of the fact that they shouldn’t wait for a co sign to give something an ear, instead they should strive to be that co sign!”

Tona is one of those rare talents that are hard to find; the full package of lyric, style, and song writing excellence. Direct Deposit hits hard in your speaker and takes you to a place where music is classic.

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For more info on Tona:
www.bigtona.com
www.myspace.com/tonamusic

FLOW 93.5 will be hosting an exclusive showcase and release party for Miss Melanie Fiona at the Mod Club on Thursday July 2nd. This will be her first performance with a LIVE band in Toronto following the release of her album The Bridge which is available this Tuesday June 30th across Canada. The Bridge be available in the U.S. on August 18th.

Peep the details below.

FLOW SHOW & RELEASE PARTY with MELANIE FIONA

Date: Thursday July 2, 2009

Time: Doors open at 7:00pm/Performance 9:00pm

Location: MOD Club (722 College St)

*Free event, open to the public
*19+ event

MAKE SURE to support Melanie Fiona. She is a prime example of artist who has been passionate about her music and work since since she was young. It’s been a long road for her and with less than 6 days away, she will be releasing her DEBUT album The Bridge.

As a bonus, this Friday Questlove along with the Roots x Melanie Fiona will be releasing a mixtape The Bridge – Remixed Live. Peep the previews below. Remember to check back here on Friday for the mixtape download. Enjoy!

Melanie Fiona and ?uestlove Mixtape Coming Soon…

Melanie Fiona “Give It To Me Right” Mixtape Session

Karla aka hustleGRL always has her hands doing something. Whether it’s design a new mixtape cover for Nickelus F or working on marketing and branding initiatives for theKidFamous, either way I can’t keep up. She truly  lives up to the name hustleGRL. (No Jokes)

Her official birthday is 13 days away (June 30th) and what does every teenager want for their birthday? Day 26. (LOL) and of course a birthday party. hustleGRL will be holding a birthday bash at CIRCA on July 9th. Day 26 will also be LIVE in concert to perform smash hits “I’mma Put It On Her,” “Stadium Music,” and “Got Me Going”. Music will be provided by Lissa Monet, Future the Prince and DJ Wristpect and will be hosted by Mr. 1loveto aka T-Rexx and the birthday girl – hustleGRL. Andreena Mill & Lokz will be the opening acts for event.

You can purchase advance tickets for $20 at these locations – Live Stock (116 Spadina Ave) and The Remix Project – 110 Sudbury Street, Suite 200

To purchase tickets online:
www.ticketweb.ca
www.clubzone.com

I will definitely be there because I am a huge fan of Day 26. (See what reality TV can do for you) and of course the main reason to celebrate little cousin’s birthday!!!! Hope to see you there and remember to wish hustleGRL a Happy Birthday on June 30th!

For more event details – click HERE.

(Photo Source: 1loveto.com)

On Thursday June 11th, The Remix Project held a fundraisier called “MAKE CHANGE, GIVE MONEY” at CIRCA Nightclub. According to Lowe from cocoandlowe.com, The Remix Project raised $30,000 that night while many walked away with some amazing gifts from the auction.The event started at 6pm SHARP and I didn’t make it out until 11PM. (Sorry Guys). Music was provided by the top DJs in Toronto – Lissamonet, DJ Wristpect, Agile & Super K. It was an amazing to see all the people who came out to support the event. Again, it funny how Twitter can bring people together. I got a chance to meet and reconnect with my twitter buddies -@RoShine, @Liveaglcom, @nzananiry, @herlilblackbook @tikasimone @firstladyd @Alisted @ArchValenz @iamdanieldaley @iamjessejones and many others.  Big Shout Out to WanLuv for winning the 50/50 raffle. Being the horrible photographer that I am, I didn’t capture much. Thanks to the major supporters of the event – hustlegrl.com, heydoyou.com and 1loveto.com were able to capture some amazing photos of the event. Check out their website to see the photos below.

A special congratulations to the Remix Project; they are on their way to achieving their goal of $100,000.
If you didn’t make it out the event but still wish to donate – click here

Photos from 1loveto.com

Photos from hustlegrl.com

Photos from heydoyou.com

**DEADLINE** JUNE 14th, 2009 – 11:59pm**

UMAC (The Urban Music Association of Canada) has partnered with Nettwerk Music Group to present Urban X-Posure: Triple Threat. The winner of the event will get an opportunity to sign a digital singles deal with Nettwerk Music Group and will go on a Canadian Tour. What a great opportunity right? Peep the details below.

In 2007, 2 of the very first performers to make it to the final 3 of UMAC’s Urban X-Posure were Young Drizzy, ya man Drake, and Isis of ThunderHeist! Look at them now! The Association is not resting on its laurels & either should you! Back again is Urban X-Posure, bigger, stronger & better than ever!

UMAC, The Urban Music Association of Canada, creates a partnership with Nettwerk Music Group to bring you Urban X-Posure: Triple Threat. Call for submissions begins Monday, June 1, 2009 & ends 12:00am, Monday, June 15, 2009, NO EXCEPTIONS!

Upcoming and emerging artists nationwide will have the chance to exhibit their talent to industry heavyweights and consumers at large. The winner of Urban X-Posure will have the opportunity to sign a digital singles deal with Nettwerk Music Group and embark on a cross country Canadian tour.

Be sure to take part in Urban X-Posure by sending in one mp3, a photo, a short 100-word bio and your contact information, as well as a $25 submissions / processing fee for non-UMAC member solo artists & $50 for non-UMAC groups to uxsubmissions@umacunited.com for an opportunity to compete in the national competition. Urban X-Posure: Triple Threat offers free submissions to current UMAC members.

Have you got your Make Change, Give Money Tickets yet? If you have, I can’t wait to see you there. If not, what are you waiting for?  It’s going to be an amazing event with a lot of inspiring and positive people. If you always wanted to give back to the community, this event is an great opportunity to do so. Peep the details below.

WHAT: GIVE MONEY, MAKE CHANGE Fundraiser for The Remix Project

WHEN: June 11, 2009

WHERE: Circa Ballroom, 126 John St.

TIME: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. – Reception, Art installations and Silent Auction
10 p.m. – 3 a.m. – Dance Til The Lights Come On!

HOSTED BY: T-Rexx

MUSIC BY: Agile/Lissa Monet, Future, Wristpect, Super K

WEBSITE: http://www.theremixproject.ca/give/

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Here are 10 EXCELLENT Reasons to suppose this event.

Written by Coco of cocoandlowe.com

1. It has been successful in changing the lives of 120 ‘at risk’ youth in just 3 years

2. It is a United Nations Habitat Programme award winner for Excellence in Community Safety and Crime Prevention

3. The Remix Project’s staff are passionate about effecting change in our community

4. The current home of Remix is being torn down to make condos

5. Was funded through a research pilot grant by National Crime Prevention Canada (NCPC) but because the grant only funds programs in their pilot stages they need to find funding elsewhere

6. The NCPC loves this program so much that they want to help replicate it in other cities

7. It is one of the largest youth led Urban-Arts program in Toronto

8. The Governor General, the mayor AND the police dig it (almost as much as the kids do)

9. Remix takes bleak outlooks and turns them into bright futures

10. Remix Makes Dreams Come True

oh and WE ALL LOVE IT, SUPPORT IT AND ENDORSE IT!

http://www.brazenhussy.ca
http://www.cocoandlowe.com
http://ilovewhatwomenwant.blogspot.com/
http://heydoyou.com/
http://nebbys.blogspot.com/
http://1loveto.com
http://www.thelegendsleague.com/
http://octobersveryown.blogspot.com/

Join us Thursday June 11th @ CIRCA to Dance Till The Lights Come On for a most excellent cause!

find out more here:
http://theremixproject.ca/give
or here:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=83745510543&ref=ts

buy tickets here:
http://givemoneymakechange.eventbrite.com

book booths here:
eva@cocoandlowe.com

xoxo,
coco and the GIVE MONEY MAKE CHANGE TEAM!!!

Blake Carrington will be performing LIVE at the College Street Bar on Wednesday June 10th,2009. He will be performing tracks off his well received mixtape “Welcome to my World”.  The event will be raising money for the REMIX project and for the video shoot of Blake Carrington’s  new single “Dream Girl”.

Come out and show your support, there will will also be a surprise guest!

So here is the Rundown:

Location: 574 College St @ Manning

Date: Wednesday June 10th,2009

Spinning will be 2009 Stylus Nominated for Rated Next , Dj James Redi

Surprise Guest

Hosted by Ron D

$5

What more can you really ask for?!

To download the Blake Carringtons Mixtape “Welcome to my World“

Be sure to check out:
blakecarringtonsworld.com
myspace.com/blakecarringtonsworld
Torontofresh.com

Presented by RME, TorontoFresh & Valid Point Productions!

UMAC (The Urban Music Association of Canada) has partnered with Nettwerk Music Group to present Urban X-Posure: Triple Threat.  The winner of the event will get an opportunity to sign a digital singles deal with Nettwerk Music Group and will go on a Canadian Tour. What a great opportunity right? Peep the details below.

In 2007, 2 of the very first performers to make it to the final 3 of UMAC’s Urban X-Posure were Young Drizzy, ya man Drake, and Isis of ThunderHeist! Look at them now! The Association is not resting on its laurels & either should you! Back again is Urban X-Posure, bigger, stronger & better than ever!

UMAC, The Urban Music Association of Canada, creates a partnership with Nettwerk Music Group to bring you Urban X-Posure: Triple Threat. Call for submissions begins Monday, June 1, 2009 & ends 12:00am, Monday, June 15, 2009, NO EXCEPTIONS!

Upcoming and emerging artists nationwide will have the chance to exhibit their talent to industry heavyweights and consumers at large. The winner of Urban X-Posure will have the opportunity to sign a digital singles deal with Nettwerk Music Group and embark on a cross country Canadian tour.

Be sure to take part in Urban X-Posure by sending in one mp3, a photo, a short 100-word bio and your contact information, as well as a $25 submissions / processing fee for non-UMAC member solo artists & $50 for non-UMAC groups to uxsubmissions@umacunited.com for an opportunity to compete in the national competition. Urban X-Posure: Triple Threat offers free submissions to current UMAC members.

Big homie Jonny Roxx has been working hard being in studio and working on some new material. On Saturday June 13th at Home Nightclub, Jonny Roxx will be having a release party for his single “Jump On” featuring August (produced: by T-Nyce).  Ms. Kim Davis will be the special guest at the event and music will be provided by Charlie Brown of Legacy Sound & Ill Kidz. For guestlist – click here. The Young, Fresh & New team will be in effect at the event so I hope to see everyone come out and support Jonny Roxx and August along with Kim Davis.

“Jump On” will be released online earlier next week – so stay tuned on the blog to be one of the first to hear it. Until then, visit Jonny Roxx, August and Producer T-Nyce MySpace pages.

myspace.com/jonnyroxxmusic
myspace.com/producertnyce
myspace.com/augustrigo

Maxamus Entertainement Presents “Obsession” starring Actor Idris Elba (HBO’s The Wire, Rock N Rolla, Obsessed & American Gangster) on June 30th at Solarium (11 Polson Street). Advance Tickets will be on sale this Friday June 5th for $30 and can be purchase at Broadway Fashion, Play De Record and Shine Salon & Barbershop (See Locations and Addresses below). The event will be hosted by one of the men behind Maxamus Entertainemt – TAJ and music will provided by DJ RockStar and Stylus DJ Award winner – DJ Lissa Monet.

If you are looking for something to do to start our summer – Obsession at Solarium is the place to be at. It’s going to be filled with a lot of sexy people including Mr. Sexy himself – Idris Elba.

To read full event details – click here

TICKET LOCATIONS

BROADWAY FASHION
1160 MORNINGSIDE AVE
SCARBOROUGH
(416) 283-6999

BROADWAY FASHION
SCARBOROUGH TOWN CENTRE
(416) 296-0609

BROADWAY FASHION
SQUARE ONE MALL-MISSISSAUGA
(905) 848-4823

PLAY DE RECORD
357 YONGE ST~TORONTO
(416) 586-0380

SHINE SALON & BARBERSHOP
50 SUNNYVALE GATE UNIT #13
BRAMPTON
(905) 790 3031