Originally making hip-hop beats from his North Carolina Central University dorm room using software called Fruityloops and selling them on Soundclick, he has since become one of the more accredited producers in the hip hop music music industry. As a part of the underground group, Little Brother, he gained widespread recognition and critical acclaim from underground hip hop world.... continue
7 Tips to Selling Beats
By AJ
I know way too many producers who are overly protective of their beats. Your skills of being able to continuously create hot tracks is what will determine your success. Like Rsonist from the Heatmakerzs stated, "your beats won't be heard in your house." Get them into everyone’s hands that you can put them in, because you don’t know where it will get you.... continue
Featured Producer: James "JB" Bunton
By: Jesse Jess
James "JB" Bunton is one of the hottest rising stars in the r&b/hip-hop production game. He is a founding member of the production/songwriting team The Movement, along with collaborator and songwriter Corron Cole. Bunton and Cole's alliance was not without its initial challenges, he says, but their tenacity has already proved fruitful..... continue
Submit Music for The 7th Annual Underground Music Awards
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PHOTOS OF THE A&R POWER SUMMIT 2007
Urban Threshold's A&R Power Summit 2007 combined the elements of a music conference, an informational seminar, and an entertainment showcase into one lively event. It also provided an invaluable talent search resource to the music industry professionals present....Click Here to View Photos..
A&R SPOTLIGHT - SHALIK BERRY (A&R DEF JAM)
As a Senior A&R Executive at Def Jam
Records, Shalik Berry is usually either
scouting out potential superstars.In addition to his Def Jam responsibilities, Berry is looking to build on his own legacy. Along with Ray Cash, he launched Recognize Real, which is their production/management company.. Read More..
Producer of the Month: AllStar
My Name is Allstar. I grew up in Carson California. I started off playing the piano by ear at 14 yrs old and played drums in church when I was 20 yrs old. My brother in law G-Rock was a producer and he saw talent in my rapping ability. We did an album called G-Rock & B. Basically, from then he started showing how to make my own beats and eventually I bought my own equipment.
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ON THE RADAR: RA PARKS
I am a student and teacher of the game. I have lived through it all- trails, tribulation, persecution. I'm not just here for the money. I am consistent and aggressive in becoming a Hip Hop Legend.
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FEATURED ARTIST: TORRIO JETSON
I grew up on the West side of Chicago raised by teenage parents. My father is Puertorican my mother is African-American and I started rapping at 7. My first performance in front of a large crowd was in the 3rd grade......CLICK HERE TO READ MORE.....
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THE HIP HOP PALACE.COM ARTIST OF THE MONTH: RO
I have many artists that have inspired me. I tend to gravitate to artists that make me feel a certain way towards the melody. I want the artist to take me on a journey with their voice and music. You don't have to be a great singer, but your delivery must be intact.
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9th Wonder’s 10 Track Commandments
Urban Threshold's Underground Music Awards is a national award show that breaks all of the rules of conventionalism. Unlike the Grammy Awards or the Billboard Music Awards, the Underground Music Awards were created to acknowledge and honor the achievements and contributions of unsigned and independent artists.
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Urban Threshold's A&R Power Summit 2007 combined the elements of a music conference, an informational seminar, and an entertainment showcase into one lively event. It also provided an invaluable talent search resource to the music industry professionals present....
As a Senior A&R Executive at Def Jam
Records, Shalik Berry is usually either
scouting out potential superstars.In addition to his Def Jam responsibilities, Berry is looking to build on his own legacy. Along with Ray Cash, he launched Recognize Real, which is their production/management company..
I am a student and teacher of the game. I have lived through it all- trails, tribulation, persecution. I'm not just here for the money. I am consistent and aggressive in becoming a Hip Hop Legend.
......
I grew up on the West side of Chicago raised by teenage parents. My father is Puertorican my mother is African-American and I started rapping at 7. My first performance in front of a large crowd was in the 3rd grade......
Urban Threshold Magazine will be the most thorough and comprehensive guide to urban music, fashion and culture. More importantly, the magazine will explore in depth articles and features on politics, social issues, and business....
I have many artists that have inspired me. I tend to gravitate to artists that make me feel a certain way towards the melody. I want the artist to take me on a journey with their voice and music. You don't have to be a great singer, but your delivery must be intact.
