The Str8OutDaDen Podcast: Making Your Brand Attractive As A Producer w/maticulous

Today the marketplace is completely flooded with new producers and artist. This makes it almost impossible to stand out among the pack of hungry competitors. So what's the difference between you and everyone else? Attractive branding! How do we achieve this attractive branding and is it impossible?

Well for today's podcast, Str8OutDaDen focuses on making your brand attractive as a producer. They give 3 simple steps and layout some of the do's and don'ts to give you maximum exposure. Str8OutDaDen also explains why you shouldn't chase placements and give you a few creative way to combat the horse race of the placement game.

They are also joined by Brooklyn producer maticulous, as he discuss his methods of standing out, his latest project, The maticulous LP and much more.

***Thanks to Str8OutDaDen for sending***

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The Str8OutDaDen Podcast: Choosing The Right Manager

In this week's episode of The Str8OutDaDen Podcast they break down the What, Why, When & How of management. This is the first of a three part series as they go through the process of artist choosing the right manager. Stream & Download the podcast below!!!

***Thanks to The Str8OutDaDen Podcast for sending***

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News: A3C Line-Up Announcement

2015 A3C will take place October 7-11, 2015, in Atlanta’s eclectic Old 4th Ward, along Edgewood Ave, and East Atlanta Village.  A3C has moved the Conference Center to The Loudermilk Center, and the host hotel to the Sheraton Atlanta Hotel.  The A3C Pro-Audio Conference Center will remain at the SAE Institute of Atlanta, and A3C has partnered with the Atlanta Streetcars to move A3C attendees around Atlanta for free.

A3C artist submissions are open through September 19th.  Submissions are free through September 1st for artists with a Sonicbids account. To date YCDon, Buggs Tha Rocka, Shope’, Young Chizz, Triune and nearly a dozen other artists have been selected to perform at this years A3C Festival & Conference.  Past Sonicbids selections include: Young Thug, Trinidad James, Rhymefest, Ca$h Out, Que, Black Sheep, Tanya Morgan, CJ Fly of Pro Era, & Propaganda.    

Submit here: http://www.sonicbids.com/find-gigs/2015-a3c-hip-hop-festival/

The A3C Festival features 500+ performances over 5 days, while the Hip-Hop community ascends on Atlanta to experience, celebrate and discover the most legendary, talented and promising artists from across the US, and abroad. Artists are continuously added to A3C Festival line-up and every night features surprise performances. In other words, the A3C Festival is an amazing Hip-Hop experience like no other. "I love the team at A3C for giving artists a platform to be heard and build their craft!”, states Sean “Diddy” Combs.”

The A3C Conference is an incomparable platform for the Hip-Hop industry, academics, creatives, companies and organizations to connect, learn and build.  A3C Conference includes keynote speakers, panels, workshops, demos, interviews, screenings, mixers and exhibits featuring over 150 Hip-Hop industry experts, academics and influencers “I really love what this conference represents.  I love that most of the people that you see are business minded, it’s inspiring.” states Bun B.

2015 A3C Festival & Conference presenting partners currently include: MyMixtapez, Monster Energy, SAE Institute of Atlanta, Morehouse College, Mail Chimp, Tunecore and Sonicdbids.

For more information about the A3C Festival & Conference, taking place in Atlanta on October 7-11, 2015, visit www.a3cfestival.com. Follow A3C on Facebook.com/A3Cfestival and Twitter - @A3C and Instagram - @A3CFestival  and the hashtag is #A3C2015.

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Scotty ATL - Cloud IX (Go Up)

TJsDJs sends the latest single from Scotty ATL's album Spaghetti Junction available now on iTunes!!  Stream & Purchase the track below!!!

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ILLCLINTON - Timeless

Atlanta artist/producer duo, ILLClinton, sends the second drop from their new #ILLClintonTuesdays series. This week, they come with a crazy sample and unorthodox lyricism with the release of "Timeless".  Stream the track below!!!

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News: Nas - Time is Illmatic at #A3Cfilm

A3C is proud to present a screening of the documentary Nas: Time is Illmatic followed by a Q & A with the filmmakers. The film covers the making of Nas' 1994 album Illmatic, often hailed as the greatest hip-hop album of all times, and the timeless themes that have kept both the album and Nas relevant for so many years.

After the film screening, we'll be joined by director One9, writer Erik Parker, and producer Martha Diaz for a discussion about the making of the film, the inspirations behind it, and on the scope and influence of Nas' Illmatic. 

Friday, Oct 10th at 3:00pm #A3Cfilm

A3C All-Access of VIP Pass Required [Buy Today]

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Atlanta Don't Miss Can't Forget Da Nawf September 18, 2014

Battle rap legend John John Da Don kicks off BET Hip Hop weekend 2014 with the Can't Forget Da Nawf concert series. The event showcases Georgia's best talent. The creme de la creme of indie talent are putting on for their cities on Thursday September 18, 2014 at Krave Lounge in Atlanta. Some of the biggest and best talent from Gwinnett and other surrounding Metro Atlanta cities are featured in this groundbreaking concert series. There's already been sold out performances by artists coming from all over Atlanta and surrounding states.

Scouts, A&R, and media representatives from A3C and Atlantic Records will be in attendance. Media coverage will be provided by top blogger Shanika Simmons from Broke2Dope along with Revitalized Marketing Group tweeting live from the event. Doors will be open to the public at 8 pm sharp; and the showcase begins promptly at 9. Show duration is estimated at one hour and thirty minutes with an official after party to follow.

For tickets and/or more information on this event, tweet @missbriajanay or email cantforgetdanawf@gmail.com

Performances By:

J.Reu (@IAMJreu)
Blacc Boney (@BlaccBoney)
Jimmy3 (@Jimmy3Carter)
The Gifferent (@TheGifferent1)
NLA (@OfficialDert) and @MathewSkyy
Cheeto Gambine (@TheDoggCatcher)
Uptown Sounds (@UptownSounds85)

Location: Krave Lounge

1100 Crescent Avenue

Atlanta, GA 30309

Follow @cant4getDaNawf on Twitter

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News: The Producers of A3C

A3C has partnered with iStandard and the SAE Institute of Atlanta to produce #A3CProAudio at SAE’s Atlanta campus. #A3CProAudio includes workshops, demos, panels, studio sessions, interview and competitions from some of the most renowned producers, engineers and DJs in hip-hop.  2014 A3C featured producers include...

Organized Noize, 9th Wonder, Jermaine Dupri, Mannie Fresh, DJ Toomp, Prince Paul, OG Ron C, !llmind, DJ Michael 5000 Watts, Da Beatminerz, The Olympicks, Sonny Digital, Cardo, Metro Boomin, Symbolyc One, Needlz, Childish Major, WLPWR, The Fr3shmen, DJ Burn One, V12 The Hitman, D Rich, Kato, Tha Bizness, Nard & B, Streetrunner, Black Metaphor, Khrysis, Nottz, M16 Beats & MORE ADDED DAILY!

#A3CProAudio is 3 days of content featuring: Tunecore Studio, Adult Swim, Behind The Rhymes Interview, iNfluence Award Presentation, The iStandard Producer Showcase, BLAP Celebrity Cypher, Scratch DJ Academy, 1-on-1 Beat Critiques and much more.

For the #A3CProAudio schedule, full-list of confirmed panelists & speakers and link to submit for iStandard Producer Showcase, CLICK HERE. 

Thursday, Oct 9th - Friday, Oct 10th

VIP or All-Access Pass Required

Jermaine Durpi and Mannie Fresh are Keynote Speakers at A3C's Artist Center (Crowne Plaza Midtown Atlanta)

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10th Annual A3C Festival | First Artist Announcement

We are only 3 Months away from the 10th Anniversary A3C Festival in Atlanta, GA!  2014 A3C will include 500+ performances from some of Hip-Hop’s most exciting and renowned artists & DJs from across the world.  Today, we start announcing our 2014 Artist line-up, featuring:

Black Thought w/ J. Period, The LOX (Jadakiss, Styles P & Sheek Louch), Scarface, Mystikal & Juvenile, Sean Price, Buck Shot, Smif N Wesson, Jarren Benton, Cyhi The Prynce, Project Pat, Prince Paul, Masta Ace, Cormega, Da Beatminerz and many more!

Black Thought (of The Roots) and J. Period will headline Okayplayer's 2nd Annual Best Block Party Ever!  The Best Block Party Ever is an all ages, block party on Sunday, Oct 12th that will close out the 10th Annual A3C Festival.  The annual block party invites A3C attendees and the city of Atlanta to the Old Fourth Ward district to enjoy art, food, drinks, games and some of Hip-Hop’s most iconic artists and DJs. 

A3C is also bringing the Duck Down BBQ to Atlanta.  Performances by Boot Camp Clik featuring Sean Price, Buck Shot, Smif N Wesson and many more!  The Duck Down BBQ will take place on Saturday, Oct 11th and will be hosted by Vashtie.

2014 A3C Festival Passes Available HERE

A3C has become a cultural institution and an incomparable platform to reach and interact with the tastemakers, organizations, brands and artists within the hip-hop community.  Activate your brand at the 10th Anniversary Showcase.  More Info HERE

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SCOTTY ATL - OTR2SJ EP

Scion AV sends the new EP from Scotty ATL, Scion AV Presents: OTR2SJ, is now available for free streaming and download. The six-song release finds that rising Atlanta rapper further differentiating himself in both the local and national hip-hop world. A soulful and fiery talent, he is truly an MC to be watched.

Scion AV Presents: OTR2SJ is a sample-free affair. The majority of the songs were produced by DJ Burn One and the 5PMG team, while Childish Major and Prolyfic handled the other two tracks. The EP also features guest verses from Killer Mike, Trouble and Rich the Kid.  Stream & Download the EP below!!!

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K Camp - Blessings (Prod. By Young Ex)

TJ's DJ's sends the track Blessing by K Camp, produced by Young Ex.

Impacting Urban Radio on July 21st.  Stream & Download the track below!!!

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Atlanta's Young Mogul Feature: SiLLy me Exclusives (@SMXclusives)

What's small, colorful, and several different places at once? 13 year old mini mogul Isis Aryon is! Tomorrow marks the official launch of Isis Aryon's latest venture, "SiLLy me." The fun sized entrepreneur is inspired by fashion and creativity so much so that she's incorporating self expression, and vibrant energy into the SiLLy me line. Miss Aryon's runway experience provides a full decade worth of high value industry knowledge. Aspiring designers everywhere should be so Blessed to know what goes on behind the scenes The brand is colorful and full of energy unleashing what the young executive calls "Fun Fashion" onto teens, young adults, dancers, and entertainers! Atlanta is buzzing with excitement about the official web-store and site launch on tomorrow. SiLLyX.com is locked and loaded with joy! Stay tuned for EXCLUSIVE event information as Isis makes her way around the country inspiring other kid entrepreneurs to work hard and build their dreams. Follow @bl3u_rooki3 on Instagram and @SMXclusives on Twitter.

Clothes mean nothing until someone lives in them. - Marc Jacobs #fashion #quotes #ownyourstyle #confidence
— SillyX.Com (@SMXclusives) November 8, 2013

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