Who Jacked who?Either way great minds think alike.

I am happy for this brother,proud to know him,he is my 1st mentors,grew up on the same block,went to the same school,and he is the one that sent me up to Bearsville Ny in 1999 to reconnect with 50 to work on Power of the Dollar since our JmJ days.I took it from there without any hand outs.He is also a real funny guy with jokes and always had jokes for me(Turtle love).Hip-Hop mogul and Translation Consultation + Brand Imaging Founder Steve Stoute was formally inducted into the Advertising Hall of Achievement today (November 18). The annual Awards luncheon, which was held at Cipriani’s 42nd Street, recognizes individuals under the age of 40, who have had an impact in the advertising industry. Stoute was inducted for creating a number of successful campaigns for a variety of Fortune 500 companies, including McDonald’s, Reebok (Jay-Z) and General Motors (Mary J. Blige) and Hewlett-Packard (Gwen Stefani). Most recently Stoute, who owns Translation Advertising with rapper Jay-Z, paired Chris Brown, Ne-Yo and Julianne Hough with the Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company, to remix its signature jingles. “Being awarded today was significant, [because] it wasn’t just me. They’ve inducted the work that I’ve done, which is primarily bred from the culture of Hip-Hop,” Stoute told AllHipHop.com. “The 12 of 13 years in the business makes me feel great, knowing that Hip-Hop played a very important role in my career. It being acknowledged by the mainstream media executives and advertising moguls from around the world felt great.” Stoute, who was a music industry executive from 1990 to 1999, helped launch the careers of Will Smith, Nas and Mariah Carey. As President of the Urban Music division at Interscope/Geffen/A&M Records, Stoute also over saw blockbuster releases by Eminem, Eve, Limp Bizkit, U2 and Mary J. Blige. Blige, who attended the formal luncheon, posed for photos with Carol’s Daughter Founder Lisa Price, as well as Stoute’s mother, father, daughter and executives from Translation. “Doors will be opened for others to really have a shot at controlling our image and preserving the cultural realities that Hip-Hop has to offer,” Stoute said. “Instead of interpreting it now, the real guys will have a chance to get in the door and do it right.” A number of other influential young executives were honored during the two-hour ceremony, which was chaired by Starcom MediaVest Group’s Laura Desmond and Google’s Director of Industry Relations, Chris Theodoros. Jon Gieselman SVP, Advertising & PR at DIRECTV, Chris Kempczinski VP of Marketing of the Non Carbonated Beverages division of Pepsi, Penry Price VP of Advertising Sales for Google and others were also inducted during the luncheon. The American Advertising Federation, which is over 100 years-old, established The Advertising Hall of Achievement in 1993.

I had a good friend bring this to my attention and I really didn't realize how serious this is until Shakir's passing..So I wanna do my part and hopefully provide hope to anyone going threw it and feeling down about life.Suicide is now one of the leading causes of death 3 million callers got connected to help and hope this month as well..There are a lot of people not strong enough to keep there faith in God,they don't have anyone to turn to,anyone that really hears the demons they fight.So for all of you I provide me,this blog,a suicide prevention #1-800-SUICIDE and my word to tell you to join your local church and believe in the word of God.Also here is a video from a new artist named Seein that is focusing his talent on sending a positive message.Check out the new T-shirt that To Write Love On Her Arms created, which is selling very well. It supports both the music outreach and the funds needed to support 1-800-SUICIDE once it is returned to the Kristin Brooks Hope Center http://www.hopeline.com/pickupthephone.htm REMEMBER: This video is a public service announcement so it's not going to look all high & professional. The message is way more important then the video. Thank you for helping spread the word!
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TUNE IN THURS NIGHT FOR 50 CENT'S REALITY SHOW.MONEY AND POWER

We all as people are chasing that money and material things which is all good,I would be a liar if I said I wasn't but my friend Kisha said to me today that she feels like the world is about to end,I said no,that what she was feeling is God testing her faith.We look to money,drugs,friends and other things when we are weak and wanna feel strong.Friends are great to have but my question to her and you is "Where do you draw your strength from?"We are all a ticking time bomb.

I met Shakir like 8 years ago when he was at Hitco,he was young and full of great energy,very smart and focused,we sat in a lounge and kicked it,I stayed in touch with him,he definetly motivated me as a younger brother trying to score big in this music business, even when he got that big spot at Def jam sent him a email to say congrats,we always stayed in touch,I even had him coming to my One Stop Shop conference in 09 to speak to the next generation of producers,never did I think I would get a call from Chaka last night with him just checking on my spirit,he said to me man my boy of 17 years just passed,I couldn't believe it,may he rest in peace,I was touched that Chaka had me in mind to check me,I will always remember that Chaka,love u bro,he was one I would call when I was down about the industry .He helped me stay focused and boosted my spirit,you see at times like this you need a friend like Chaka,someone to pull you out the slump,God test our faith all the time without us knowing,I wish I could of boosted Shake's spirit..He will always be remembered..My blog really helps me speak my mind and help motivate others that need that extra boost.May GOD REST HIS SOUL.

Now I wonder what took place here?Diddy is about his money & business and Dre is about making classical timeless music..hmm....

I wanna take time to big up my homie and fellow Haitian brother Sacha Jenkins, Egotrip co-founder, Mass Appeal editor, and co-creator of VH1's finest moment, The (white) Rapper Show,and now Mtv's reality show 50 cent The Money and the Power and my boy Eminem's book that just hit the store"The Way I Am"Sacha is an incredible visionary, writer and one who reps HipHop to the fullest.Keep doing it bro.Had a blast with him last month taking him to Southside Queens to film a shot at 50's old crib.Pun intended.

Every sat when I'm cruising in my Benz I tune in to my cousin DJ Whoo kid's show on Shade 45 then right after I really enjoy my home girl who is doing her thing,Miss Mimi and her G spot show,her topics and whole show is hot and raunchy..She is also online speaking her mind so check her out. http://missmimi247.com/

My Queens homie,artist,producer,and living legend Q-tip is dropping his lp Nov 4 so after you vote make sure you go pick that up..He had a party I'm so mad I wasn't in Ny to be at,looks like it was the place to be.Shout out to Cons..

It's been 6 years since The Late Great Jam Master Jay has left us,I can't wait for his dvd to drop so everyone can see the impact this man has left on many,how great he was,I send my best to his family, wife and kids,my homie Phonz and 50 for this dvd that's gonna be so good for the world to see.I got 1 image stuck in my head I will never forget. Me being in Rosedale Queens in his basement studio right before snake road making some tracks and him geting on me about my drums then we started listening to some new Lost Boys& Onyx records then he played me this new kid he found from southside and I was blown away by how ill this kid was and I swear i told him Jay fuck that I know these other 2 groups got a deal already and open budgets but I wanna work with this kid,he's fucking hot,who is he,I kept going on and on,he picked up his phone,made a call and said I'll be right back,sure enuff he came right back and said come out front,I came from out the basement to meet this kid wearing a chain with a cross with one quarter and five nickels in the cross and got introduced to him as his new artist 50 cent this was 1997..Now that introduction was one that was gonna be the start of a future with one of the most incredible artist to ever impact this industry,I mean I know Jay was so proud of us cause when i scene him in Chicago a month before he left us he had this smile on his face that really let me know how happy and proud he was..I tell you man,this man gave his soul to hiphop,he mentored us,took time and believed in us,I LOVE YOU Jay.you will never be forgotten..plus we from the same side of Queens so it's in the water..Stand up and salute this man,he is the greatest Dj is the U.S.A. Forever JMJ

1. Curtis (50 cent) Jackson Earnings: $150 million Curtis Jackson, aka 50 Cent, earned the rank of highest earner thanks to some very savvy investing. Jackson's stake in VitaminWater earned him nine figures when Coca-Cola bought the brand in 2007. The G-Unit line of clothing and the G-Unit record label that he started with his manager Sha Money XL in 2003 also bolsters his bottom line. A signature scent is reportedly in the works.Body Spray,and 5 major films under his belt..You can not stop this man. 2. Beyoncé Earnings: $80 million Beyoncé has one of the most valuable personal brands today. As a performer, she garnered $50 million in ticket sales in 2007 and sold over 3 million copies of B'Day. As an actress, she was in the holiday sensation Dreamgirls, which earned $154 million worldwide. As a designer, her label House of Deréon had wholesale sales over $10 million last year. 3. Justin Timberlake Earnings: $44 million Timberlake went from Mickey Mouse Club kiddie crooner to fuzzy-haired boy band babe to an adult powerhouse. Timberlake's FutureSex/LoveShow tour grossed $127 million in 2007 and reached millions of living rooms with an HBO special. Non-musical ventures include the William Rast clothing line, the BBQ restaurant Southern Hospitality in New York City and record label Tennman Records. 4. Kanye West Earnings: $30 million This controversial and award-winning rapper knows more than just music. Kanye West is reportedly working on a pilot for a Larry Charles television series, has plans to release his own clothing line Pastelle and runs his own music label, G.O.O.D. Music, which includes John Legend and Common on its roster. As well, his KW Foods owns the Chicago rights to the Fatburger chain of restaurants with plans to open 10 locations. 5. Tyra Banks Earnings: $23 million Tyra Banks is a model turned talk show host, reality television star and actress. Now in its 11th cycle, Banks' America's Next Top Model and The Tyra Banks Show has kept the host earning in the spotlight. She still models, though, as she appeared in Harper's Bazaar earlier this year in a Michelle Obama spread.

My collection is beast,but there are a few heads that are just crazy about kicks more then me,Dj Emz is one,Paul Rosenburg is one,Hawaii Mike is ridiculous with more kicks then furniture..Alchemist,Clark Kent,Bobitto and Chris Clancy just to name a few.More reports on this,I'm gonna start a battle.

It's been 2 years since I lost my great friend Herve Romain,he taught me alot about this industry and the politics,he really had a passion to see G-unit win,he would stress so much when things didn't go right.He had passion,something this industry lacks,not to mention he grew up in Queens like me,moved toWestbury like me and is Haitian like me.We had alot in common.He will always be remembered..Love you Herve..Saslow had a fund raiser the other night for him.Got to hang out with his family and Paul, Dj Emz Jordan,Mark,Dennis and Dave Saslow,to help ease the pain of a missed friend Paul Dj Emz and I had a debate on which Tribe Called Quest album was more of the classic Midnight Marauders or The Low End Theory.

I can't wait till this hits..Raekwon is the truth and the last of a dying breed of Ny's finest.

Katt I just want you to know your not the only one with the power of influence.

LOOKING FORWARD TO WALE CORY IS FIRE HOPE THEY TAKE IT TO THE NEXT LEVEL.THIS IS A HUGE LOOK TO BE ON THE COVER.

Rapper Willie The Kid has hovered on hip-hop's horizon for several years.

Now, after being signed to major recording imprint Aphilliates Music Group/Ayslum Records (a division of Warner Music Group), the 22-year-old Grand Rapids native is set to release his national solo debut, "Absolute Greatness," on Tuesday.

"I've been doing music, pursuing music, making a name for myself and putting things together since I was a kid," he said.

"I'm excited (about the new release) because of the quality of music on there. What's been put together, I'm real proud of."

Willie The Kid, born Willie Buckley, graduated from Ottawa Hills High School in 2004 and received a degree in mass communications and integrated communications from Clark Atlanta University, in Atlanta, the city where he met platinum-selling producer DJ Don Cannon.

"I heard him rap, and that was all it took," Cannon said. "Will has been my guy ever since."

Willie The Kid, who now lives in Atlanta, said his album is the first official Aphilliates Music Group release, "so it further makes my debut an exciting project."

His older brother, underground hip-hop artist Lason -- La The Darkman -- Jackson, is president of Aphilliates Music Group and greatly influenced Willie the Kid.

Jackson's debut album, 1998's "Heist of The Century," brought national attention to the Grand Rapids' hip-hop scene.

"I didn't want to be a fireman or basketball player. I wanted to be an MC," Willie The Kid said. "My brother got ... to learn from (Wu-Tang Clan's) Rza. That made me want to make it even more."

Willie The Kid's first recording appearance came in 2006, alongside rap heavyweights Lil' Wayne, Freeway and T.I., on the critically acclaimed underground song "Cannon (Remix)."

In 2007, the song "Taking Pictures" featured Willie and platinum-selling Young Jeezy, Jim Jones, Young Buck, Rick Ross and T.I.

His first single, "Love For Money," is an all-star collaboration with his brother and Trey Songz, Gucci Mane, Yung Joc, Flo Rida and Bun B. And this is just the beginning, he insisted.

"I'm always hungry for more," he said.

"I never really feel like I've done enough. No matter what happens, I know there's more I could be doing."

Coach Pr aka Prince was one of the O.G's in my hood,back in the day he was that drug supplier that thugs admired,I even cut his throat one time cause hustling on a bike was alot faster then him in his nice whip,he was the 1st to pull me to the side and tell me what a cut throat was.After time away we all both grew out of that.Getting his start in the music industry with Teamwork Music in 1999 managing local Queens, NY artists and producers, Coach PR had no idea the foundation of success was being laid for what some refer to as a growing illustrious career. When Teamwork Music decided to partner with rapper 50 Cent in 2001, to promote a movement that eventually landed 50 Cents his mega deal, Teamwork would help to launch what would become hip hop’s premiere label - G-Unit Records. Coach PR would take on the responsibility of spearheading some of the most unconventional and innovative promotion techniques that infiltrated communities world-wide,and helped the world know who 50 Cent, Lloyd Banks, Tony Yayo and Young Buck are. Being named as Director of Promotions for G-Unit Records in 2003, Coach PR has emerged as one of the music industry’s most creative and sought after promotion directors. Always possessing an affinity for sports, Coach PR (hence the name) added yet another caveat to his mounting list of credits when he was solicited to co-host Taking it to the Streets in 2004 along with DJ Whoo Kid for New York’s number #1 Hip Hop and R&B radio station Hot 97. The overwhelming response to Coach PR’s commentary from the streets prompted his in-studio position at Shade 45’s G-Unit Radio in 2004 on Sirius Satellite Radio, where he is the co-host aside DJ Who Kidd for one of the most listened to segments on Shade 45. It was the G-Unit Radio show on Shade 45 that led to yet another opportunity to co-host a radio show in 2006 on Hot 97 cleverly named POW Radio, which airs every Monday night. As the co-host of these radio shows, Coach PR uses his knowledge of music, sports and his people skills to enlighten, inspire and entertain millions of listeners. Having interviewed celebrities such as Donald Trump, Dan Akroyd, Samuel Jackson, Eminem, Outkast, Michael Irving, Heinz Ward, Floyd Mayweather, Dwayne Wade and Lamar Odom, Coach PR has set no limit on what he can accomplish. As Coach PR continues to submerge himself in hosting radio shows, regular appearances on MTV’s Sucka Free, BET’s Rap City, BET’S 106 and Park and hosting high school and college Ballin Out of Control basketball DVD’s, Coach PR has also been featured in Ky-mani Marley’s 2007 BET J Reality TV series “Livin the Life of a Marley” and 50 cents soon to be released 2008 movie Before I Self Destruct, Rewind DVD’s, XXL Magazine, Blow Magazine, Connex Magazine and Hip Hop Dx.com which has gained him irresistible popularity and earned him the title of being the “Sports Expert Hip Hop.” Make sure you check him out every sat on Shade45 G-unit radio.

Wanna congratulate Buckshot and Dru Ha for the continued success in making classic hiphop and the expansion of Duckdown records.Waiting on that Krs One lp. ThisIS my Shit SHOUT OUT TO Buckshot,9th Wonder on the dope track and Talib Kweli..REFLECTION ETERNAL COMING SOON..HI-TEK COOKING UP.

I just got this book 2 days ago and I'm about to finish it.The book is not only for married people it's for anyone with kids. Oprah better plug this on her show! Hopefully this book will have a strong impact on the hiphop community and help hiphop be regarded in a better light. Its an easy read as legendary rap star Rev Run let's us in his home and gives great advice with his mixture of down to earth rhetoric, spirtuality and experience.. .We can watch dysfunctional families all day but the world needs to see more families like this. Family 1st yall...

It don't get better then a new classic album and incredible film that goes with it. Written,Directed,and Produced by 50 cent..I call this giving the people what they want plus more..Get up and Get ready

1. I’m Coming f. Black Milk & Nottz 2. Gangsta Boy f. MOP 3. The Truth f. Freeway & Brother Ali 4. Turn it Down 5. God Like f. D Black 6. Bless the Child f. Little Brother 7. Oh Really f. POS & Slug 8. Hi 9. Trap Door f. MF Doom 10. Dead Wrong 11. Kissin the Curb f. Bishop & Busta 12. How We Ride f. Freeway 13. White Van f. Alchemist, Evidence & Prodigy 14. Big Homie Style f. J Pinder, GMK & Spaceman 15. Scared f. Blueprint 16. Great Sound 17. Get Er Done f. MF Doom 18. Feeling My Shit f. Casual 19. Soil Raps f. Keak da Sneak 20. Glow f. Elzhi & Royce da 5′9 21. RIP 22. Home f. Vitamin D, C Note, Maneak B and Ish

WE ARE IN A STATE OF EMERGENCY!!! YOU MUST REGISTER TO VOTE BY MONDAY OCTOBER 6, 2008!!!!! We are only 31 days from the most important election of our lifetime. MONDAY OCTOBER 6, 2008 IS THE DEADLINE. We are at war, banks are closing, people are losing their jobs and houses every day. It is our responsibility to protect our futures. Time is running out. You must register by Monday October 6th. Barack Obama cannot win this election on his own; he needs our help. This election is about us. This election is about our children’s future. If you have not registered to vote, you are disrespecting everyone that sacrificed their lives for you to have this right. You are also disrespecting your future. The time is NOW for us to use the voices with which God has blessed us. We need you to do all you can. Here is what we need to do: 1. Register to vote BY MONDAY, OCTOBER 6th 2008 2. Get as many people as you can to register with you 3. Go to the poll and vote on November 4th Barack Obama said it best, “Eight is Enough.” No longer will we stand by and follow leadership with no regard for us and no accountability to us. We can be the deciding factor in this election, but you must register to vote to make your voice heard. Who are we? We are young America. This is our moment of truth. Are you registered for change? October 6th is only a few days away. Make sure that on November 4th, we are able to say that we did everything in our power to make sure that Barack Obama becomes the next President of the United States. We owe this to our children, our parents, our grandparents and ourselves. We need you to become a part of Team Obama. This is the most important election in our lifetime. REGISTER TO VOTE BY MONDAY OCTOBER 6th and VOTE TO MAKE HISTORY ON NOVEMBER 4th!!!! Visit www.VoteForChange.com to register to vote TODAY!! It is our duty to make our voices heard. STOP what you’re doing right now and lets REGISTER TO VOTE. Time is running out!!!!!!!!! God Bless, Sean “Diddy” Combs Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter Mary J. Blige Kevin Liles

By now you know i did not go to school to be a writer or journalist,but one thing I am not is stupid,foul or ignorant,this month is about to get dirty,the Republicans are not gonna fight fair.Not to mention my wife put together an amazing event for Obama this weekend.A lot of people came I out got some Barack shirts signed up cause the dead line is this Monday October 6.I watched the debate with some older heads from my community and the things said about Obama had me and my wife just walk out before I caught a charge,Ignorance rules the world,The Government is bailing banks out so they can loan more money and put us in a deeper debt.That money should come to us or give us all tax breaks or anything we all can feel now.We can talk on this for days but to any of you people who are Democrats but are not voting for Obama cause of his color you are just as ignorant. Here is what Palin's home town feels so you be the judge.

Ok Ok Alright I started some shit with my 3 headed Monster blog,not to mention my hoodness spelled Empack instead of Empact,thanks to Paul he pointed it out,either way that's not the title,that's what i call the power of my homie Em,His joint is coming but the title will be announced soon,so for that i wanna have ya'll get a laugh from me so i can show you i won't just make fun of others and cause i know your cursing me out..i'll also be the 1st to put you on this cool site faceinhole.com also shout out to Miss Info Here comes the laughs.

As I look back it amazes me how many people from my hood got to a point where they can call music a career.I grew up with these 4 unique dudes.That are very influential in this Industry.Whoo kid is my cousin,lived 4 blocks away from me,this dude is a Dj that needs to do be a comedian,he lived off Springfield a block away from Stretch crib,"Live Squad"2 pac,E Money Baggs,Maj use to be out,The P bros,Falsey,Mike all the real niggas lived on that strip,it was ugly,4 blocks down on Murdoch was Clue,big the nigga had like 4 cars at 20 off these mixtapes,had me on Go seeing that shit,I started as a dj and gave my shit to my cousin and went to the beats,right across the street from Clue was Envy,he cam up big doing his thing..Now the Og that I lived one block away was the 1st to show me this music business is really a life changer and what I really wanted to do was my 1st mentor before the late Great Jam Master Jay was this funny guy Steve Stoute.This is all living proof that anyone that puts there mind to it can make a better change in there life with there dreams.Shout out to Queens.

Please, please, please advise everyone you know that they absolutely can NOT go to the polls wearing any Obama (or whoever you are voting for) shirts, pins, hats, etc. It is AGAINST THE LAW and will be grounds to have the polling officials to turn you away. This is considered campaigning and no one can campaign within X amount of feet of the polls. They are banking on us being overly excited and not being aware of this long standing law that you can bet will be ENFORCED THIS YEAR!!!!! They are banking that if you are turned away, you will not go home and change your clothes and return to the polls to vote. Please just don't wear ANY gear of any sorts to the polls! Please share this information with as many people as you can. If you are already aware of this, please don't take it as insulting your intelligence.