Posted on June 30th, 2008 at 4:21 pm by Sowmya
I love this man
Everybody needs to be this serious about their presentations….NOT!!!
Posted on June 24th, 2008 at 4:02 pm by icedblog
Posted on June 24th, 2008 at 4:02 pm by icedblog
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Chopping it Up: ROZELLE, Nitti, and Jazze Pha
Posted on June 20th, 2008 at 3:47 pm by Sowmya
Posted on June 20th, 2008 at 3:47 pm by Sowmya
ICED chopped it up with R&B newcomer ROZELLE (”Long Night”) and his two super producers, Nitti and Jazze Pha, about music, hanging with John Mayer, and Kobe’s bad day…
ROZELLE
Introduce ROZELLE the artist and ROZELLE the man to all of your new fans
I’m 19 years old just graduated. ROZELLE the artist has been doing this for 5-6 years. I moved to Atlanta from Columbus, Ohio. I’ve been doing this for a long time.
You are really young and already working with the biggest names. Any advice for other young singers?
It’s a mental thing. Be strong and never give up. It’s a hard road even though it looks easy. It’s really about hard work and how hard you work. It’s about you and not other people.
What’s been the biggest challenge for you so far?
Vocal training. Learning to control my voice and learning to sing from my diaphragm and breathe right. I got down to Atlanta thinking it was all about singing and I’m gonna be good. But I had to get right with my cardio!
Dream collaboration?
Jigga
Thoughts on the Lakers/Celtics finals? What about Kobe?
I’m a Celtics fan so I’m happy. LeBron and them will come back and he will rep and make his statement. Kobe can do what he do, but he will never be Jordan.
NITTI
Why is ROZELLE a star?
Young, fresh, swagger, voice and talent. So he is a threat
Why is Atlanta such a hotbed for talent?
Atlanta has been poppin. Atlanta has been a volcano and we have finally erupted. We have been trying to make an impact in the music scene and now we’re getting acknowledged as a Southern MoTown. We always support all music. We like Snoop Dogg, we like Biggie. We want the same love and respect.
Any thoughts on Lil Wayne pushing a million + albums this week?
It’s great. People are still buying records. It’s a great thing. People are still out there. When ROZELLE does 1.8 [million] don’t be surprised!
Advice for up and coming producers? Do you take demos?
Stay focused. Yes I take demos. I take mp3. Playmakerworldwide@gmail.com. I really check the emails. I check demos. I listen to all demos. That’s how I signed 9th Ward (my artist). I never get too Hollywood to listen to any demo.
What are you both listening to right now?
Nitti: John Mayer. He’s a good friend. I met him through my attorney. We hang out.
JAZZE PHA
What is ROZELLE’s strongest attribute as an artist?
He can actually sing those records live. He has personality. He can carry the crowd, a critical crowd at that.
Who else are you working with now?
T. I. , a new kid B-Rossi, and working on my label Jazze Pha Presents… (no longer Sho Nuff’). It’s gonna be a sonic boom.
Who’s hot to Jazze right now?
The Dream (hottest in the R&B game), Lil Wayne is crazy, T.I. is going to make a lot of cats shake it off a little bit [with his new album]. I love Timbaland. Polow he’s like my nephew.; I’m proud of him.
What’s up with the new Ciara album?
I’m not working with her. I’ve done some songs but I don’t know about the final album.
Any advice for up and coming producers? Do you take demos?
It’s okay to look at the blueprint of how beats are made. What puts you ahead is creating your OWN sound. Yes, I take demos. Go to my Myspace.
Thoughts on the Lakers/Celtics finals? What about Kobe?
I thought Kobe gave up. I think he got discouraged. Everything fell upon him and he was having a bad day. There’s always hope for the future.
Dream collaboration?
Prince. I will meet him this weekend.
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About Rozelle:
Rozelle has worked with some of the best songwriters and producers in
the music industry today including Bryan-Michael Cox, Jazze Pha,
and Tha
Corner Boyz. His first single “Long Night” is produced by Nitti.
Currently signed to Artist Link Music Group, Rozelle’s strong stage
presence, extraordinary vocal ability, & charisma are destined to make
him a superstar.
http://www.myspace.com/theartistrozelle
YUNG BERG Shouts Out ICED and Intros “The Business”
Posted on June 13th, 2008 at 4:21 pm by icedblog
Posted on June 13th, 2008 at 4:21 pm by icedblog
At the Bravo A-list Awards! FRONT ROW CENTER
Posted on June 5th, 2008 at 5:48 pm by Mike
Posted on June 5th, 2008 at 5:48 pm by Mike
Pictures from the Bravo A-List Awards. Only on Bravo June 12th. Click titles.
Bunch of Project Runway Peeps and Nikki Taylor, Nickie Blonsky, Candace Bushnell, etc
Just another day at the office…
Posted on June 4th, 2008 at 10:23 am by Sureshot
Posted on June 4th, 2008 at 10:23 am by Sureshot
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CHECK IT OUT FROM ANOTHER ANGLE- WITH COLOR AND SOUND:
Chrisette Michele and House of Payne
Posted on June 3rd, 2008 at 4:54 pm by icedblog
Posted on June 3rd, 2008 at 4:54 pm by icedblog
New season June 4th on TBS at 9pm est!
Behind-the-scenes of Def Jam’s Chrisette Michele recording a song for Tyler Perry’s “House of Payne”
Kardinal Offishall-Blender Theatre
Posted on June 3rd, 2008 at 12:56 pm by Sowmya
Posted on June 3rd, 2008 at 12:56 pm by Sowmya
Here are some pics of Kardi performing at Blender Theatre last weekend. Excuse the blur :/
Wale’ - Next Up
Posted on June 2nd, 2008 at 3:44 pm by Sureshot
Posted on June 2nd, 2008 at 3:44 pm by Sureshot
Iced was in the building on this past Friday for Wale’s mixtape release party (brought to you by 10 Deep and Black Swan wines). After sayin’ whatup to peoples and shouting out the homie Catchdubs on the 1&2’s we had to keep it moving. I got a copy of the mixtape (Download here) which is hot. Be on the lookout for Wale’.
Check Dallaspenn.com for pictures and Herfection for live video footage.
Chopping it Up: Kardinal Offishall
Posted on June 2nd, 2008 at 1:23 pm by icedblog
Posted on June 2nd, 2008 at 1:23 pm by icedblog
No stranger to the music industry, KARDINAL OFFISHALL blends soul, dancehall, reggae, and hiphop to create a truly unique sound. He will release his first album on Konvict Muzik entitled Not 4 Sale in 2008. His first single “Dangerous” featuring Akon is out now.
Describe your new album “Not 4 Sale” in 6 words or less
Legendary, energetic, innovative, insightful, charismatic, and inspirational.
Where does the album title Not 4 Sale come from?
The name comes from a t-shirt.
Honestly, how is it having Akon as your boss?
80% of the time it’s great. He’s a cool-ass African. The other 20% of the time is living hell when he chooses to black out (no pun intended) and not answer his phone or email when he tours.
What advice do you have for the kid trying to rap today?
It’s not about who you know, it’s who knows you. You gotta make sure people remember your name. Networking is the key. You never know what door that opens up will be your chance.
For the men out there, who is the chick in the “Dangerous” video?
Shanta from LA? She happened to be in Miami at the time. She just came out to the casting call.
What are you wearing on your feet right now?
Kardinal Edition 2 Nike ID Dunks. One-of-a-kind.
Barack or Hilary?
Barack because Hilary couldn’t control her own husband let alone a country. I hope he’s going to win.
Any last words?
No last words, I have final words. Really anybody out there reading this, use as much of your brain capacity as possible. Don’t be a peon, don’t follow. Make sure you know who you are as a person. Fans have the power. You have the power to change things.
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“Dangerous” (video)
http://youtube.com/watch?v=pbxvH-tBRwM
“Dangerous” feat. Akon (audio)
http://interscope.edgeboss.net/wmedia/interscope/kardinaloffishall/audio/unknown/dangerous/hi.wax
http://www.myspace.com/kardinaloffishall