Producer for Common & Jay-Z, No I.D. Advises Budding Beatmakers To Create A Life Plan
May 26, 2008
As a co-producer for Jermaine Dupri, No I.D. has worked on hit singles such as "My Boo" by Usher and Alicia Keys, "Let Me Hold You" by Bow Wow featuring Omarion, "Smile" by G-Unit, "Retrospect for Life" by Common Feat. Lauryn Hill, as well as the hip hop staple "I Used to Love H.E.R." and "Resurrection" which garnered Common his early fame. No I.D. also introduced Kanye West to hip hop production, inviting him to his sessions with Common when West was only beginning. No I.D. introduced Kanye to a long time friend named Kyambo "Hip Hop" Joshua, who was an A&R for Roc-a-fella Records who eventually signed West to his imprint Hip Hop since 1978 which launched West's career as an artist. Kanye cites No I.D. as his mentor in "Last Call" and "Big Brother".
In 1997, No I.D. released an album under his own name, Accept Your Own and Be Yourself (The Black Album). His second released was with Dug Infinite, a two-album package called The Sampler, vol. 1. He also released Invisible Beats, a beat tape. He's also responsible for producing "Success" and "Fallin'" from Jay-Z's album American Gangster.
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Rockwilder Talks About His Faith & How His Grammy Changed Everything
May 23, 2008
Grammy Award-winning Queens producer Rockwilder has crafted hits for Redman, Method Man, Jay-Z, Janet Jackson, Erykah Badu, Busta Rhymes and Destiny's Child. In this week's 24 Hour Grind he gives his advice for aspiring producers while giving us a look at some of his favorite career moments.
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Wise Words From Rockwilder: Protect Your Production Earnings By Playing it Straight With Your Taxes
May 22, 2008
Grammy Award-winning Queens producer Rockwilder has crafted hits for Redman, Method Man, Jay-Z, Janet Jackson, Erykah Badu, Busta Rhymes and Destiny's Child. In this week's 24 Hour Grind he gives his advice for aspiring producers while giving us a look at some of his favorite career moments.
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Advice From Grammy Winning Producer Rockwilder "Mind Your Business"
May 21, 2008
Grammy Award-winning Queens producer Rockwilder has crafted hits for Redman, Method Man, Jay-Z, Janet Jackson, Erykah Badu, Busta Rhymes and Destiny's Child. In this week's 24 Hour Grind he gives his advice for aspiring producers while giving us a look at some of his favorite career moments.
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Producer Rockwilder Advises Producers to Put In Overtime Behind the Boards
May 20, 2008
Grammy Award-winning Queens producer Rockwilder has crafted hits for Redman, Method Man, Jay-Z, Janet Jackson, Erykah Badu, Busta Rhymes and Destiny's Child. In this week's 24 Hour Grind he gives his advice for aspiring producers while giving us a look at some of his favorite career moments.
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Rockwilder Talks About The Importance of Originality & Reveals the True Story Behind His Name
May 19, 2008
Grammy Award-winning Queens producer Rockwilder has crafted hits for Redman, Method Man, Jay-Z, Janet Jackson, Erykah Badu, Busta Rhymes and Destiny's Child. In this week's 24 Hour Grind he gives his advice for aspiring producers while giving us a look at some of his favorite career moments.
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Advice From Music Exec James Cruz, "Let Life's Everyday Lessons Prepare You For Greatness"
May 16, 2008
Brooklyn native James Cruz got his start as an intern at Mercury Records over a decade ago and has since become one of the most influential executives in entertainment and marketing today. Cruz served as National Promotions Director at Bad Boy Entertainment before spending a 7 year tenure at Violator Management, where he was instrumental in the careers of 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes, Sean "Diddy" Combs and Missy Elliott. Cruz was also responsible for the launch of Violator Marketing Group, where he helped secure endorsement deals for 50 Cent with Pontiac, Vitamin Water and Reebok; Missy Elliot with Adidas; and Busta Rhymes with Mountain Dew and Courvoisier. He currently oversees brand management, marketing execution and content creation for SRC's corporate clients and SRC/Universal Records artists including Akon and Tami Chynn. In addition to serving as head of marketing at SRC, Cruz is CEO of his own Cruz Control Entertainment (CCE) which has an exclusive consulting deal with Monami Entertainment (Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliott, Brit & Alex) and Unique Auto Sports.
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Music & Marketing Exec James Cruz Makes Smart Business Decisions By Leading A Balanced Life
May 15, 2008
Brooklyn native James Cruz got his start as an intern at Mercury Records over a decade ago and has since become one of the most influential executives in entertainment and marketing today. Cruz served as National Promotions Director at Bad Boy Entertainment before spending a 7 year tenure at Violator Management, where he was instrumental in the careers of 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes, Sean "Diddy" Combs and Missy Elliott. Cruz was also responsible for the launch of Violator Marketing Group, where he helped secure endorsement deals for 50 Cent with Pontiac, Vitamin Water and Reebok; Missy Elliot with Adidas; and Busta Rhymes with Mountain Dew and Courvoisier. He currently oversees brand management, marketing execution and content creation for SRC's corporate clients and SRC/Universal Records artists including Akon and Tami Chynn. In addition to serving as head of marketing at SRC, Cruz is CEO of his own Cruz Control Entertainment (CCE) which has an exclusive consulting deal with Monami Entertainment (Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliott, Brit & Alex) and Unique Auto Sports.
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For Music Industry Powerhouse James Cruz The Key To Executive Success Is Respect
May 14, 2008
Brooklyn native James Cruz got his start as an intern at Mercury Records over a decade ago and has since become one of the most influential executives in entertainment and marketing today. Cruz served as National Promotions Director at Bad Boy Entertainment before spending a 7 year tenure at Violator Management, where he was instrumental in the careers of 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes, Sean "Diddy" Combs and Missy Elliott. Cruz was also responsible for the launch of Violator Marketing Group, where he helped secure endorsement deals for 50 Cent with Pontiac, Vitamin Water and Reebok; Missy Elliot with Adidas; and Busta Rhymes with Mountain Dew and Courvoisier. He currently oversees brand management, marketing execution and content creation for SRC's corporate clients and SRC/Universal Records artists including Akon and Tami Chynn. In addition to serving as head of marketing at SRC, Cruz is CEO of his own Cruz Control Entertainment (CCE) which has an exclusive consulting deal with Monami Entertainment (Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliott, Brit & Alex) and Unique Auto Sports.
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Cruz Control Founder James Cruz Avoids Missed Opportunities By Always Following Up
May 13, 2008
Brooklyn native James Cruz got his start as an intern at Mercury Records over a decade ago and has since become one of the most influential executives in entertainment and marketing today. Cruz served as National Promotions Director at Bad Boy Entertainment before spending a 7 year tenure at Violator Management, where he was instrumental in the careers of 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes, Sean "Diddy" Combs and Missy Elliott. Cruz was also responsible for the launch of Violator Marketing Group, where he helped secure endorsement deals for 50 Cent with Pontiac, Vitamin Water and Reebok; Missy Elliot with Adidas; and Busta Rhymes with Mountain Dew and Courvoisier. He currently oversees brand management, marketing execution and content creation for SRC's corporate clients and SRC/Universal Records artists including Akon and Tami Chynn. In addition to serving as head of marketing at SRC, Cruz is CEO of his own Cruz Control Entertainment (CCE) which has an exclusive consulting deal with Monami Entertainment (Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliott, Brit & Alex) and Unique Auto Sports.
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Don't Sleep: SRC Marketing Head James Cruz Lays Down the Law For Keeping A Competitive Edge
May 12, 2008
Brooklyn native James Cruz got his start as an intern at Mercury Records over a decade ago and has since become one of the most influential executives in entertainment and marketing today. Cruz served as National Promotions Director at Bad Boy Entertainment before spending a 7 year tenure at Violator Management, where he was instrumental in the careers of 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes, Sean "Diddy" Combs and Missy Elliott. Cruz was also responsible for the launch of Violator Marketing Group, where he helped secure endorsement deals for 50 Cent with Pontiac, Vitamin Water and Reebok; Missy Elliot with Adidas; and Busta Rhymes with Mountain Dew and Courvoisier. He currently oversees brand management, marketing execution and content creation for SRC's corporate clients and SRC/Universal Records artists including Akon and Tami Chynn. In addition to serving as head of marketing at SRC, Cruz is CEO of his own Cruz Control Entertainment (CCE) which has an exclusive consulting deal with Monami Entertainment (Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliott, Brit & Alex) and Unique Auto Sports.
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Cashmere Agency's VP of Marketing & Strategy Rona Mercado Talks About Breaking The Glass Ceiling
May 9, 2008
Based in Inglewood, Ca., Cashmere Agency was founded in 1999 and is the premier lifestyle marketing agency which seamlessly integrates trends and emerging technologies into entertainment marketing and music management.The Cashmere Agency recently developed marketing campaigns for E! Network's "Snoop Dogg's Father Hood," "Keeping Up With The Kardashians" and Style Network's "Kimora: Life in the Fab Lane". Cashmere Agency's diverse client roster also includes Adidas, Sprite, Coca Cola, Interscope Records, Chrysler and Disney. www.cashmereagency.com
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Cashmere Agency Puts In Work To Get Results
May 8, 2008
Based in Inglewood, Ca., Cashmere Agency was founded in 1999 and is the premier lifestyle marketing agency which seamlessly integrates trends and emerging technologies into entertainment marketing and music management.The Cashmere Agency recently developed marketing campaigns for E! Network's "Snoop Dogg's Father Hood," "Keeping Up With The Kardashians" and Style Network's "Kimora: Life in the Fab Lane". Cashmere Agency's diverse client roster also includes Adidas, Sprite, Coca Cola, Interscope Records, Chrysler and Disney. www.cashmereagency.com
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Terrace Martin & Murs' Manager Russell Redeaux Stresses the Importance of People Skills to His Success at Stampede
May 7, 2008
Stampede Management is one of the fastest growing artist management companies in today's music scene. Headed by industry veteran, Russell Redeaux, Stampede is quickly becoming the premiere agency for talent management. Stampede is a venture extension to the Cashmere Agency, which creates competitive advantage because of the partnership opportunities that are cultivated by utilizing Cashmere Agency's marketing muscle, talent and resources. Stampede currently houses such artists as Underground Hip-hop Legend and Warner Bros Recording Artist Murs, and Brooke Valentine. This boutique firm also represents many talented producers such as Terrace Martin (Snoop Dogg, Fergie, Quincy Jones, Talib Kweli, Lil Scrappy), Wild Animals (John Legend, Snoop Dogg, Kurupt) and Midi Mafia (50 Cent, G Unit, Fantasia, Westside Connection, Talib Kweli).
