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Contact: www.hendrixmusicacademy.org  Hendrix Family Non-Profit Being Sued by Experience Hendrix, LLC (Seattle, WA – November 16th, 2020) – Since 2009, Tina Hendrix, niece of Jimi Hendrix, has operated the Hendrix Music Academy (HMA) in order to bring musical education to the underserved youth of the Seattle community. Many of these kids grew up in the same impoverished neighborhoods as Jimi Hendrix. Now, in the midst of a global pandemic, the HMA is at risk of permanently being closed, but not due to Covid-19, but rather due to litigation, led by Janie Hendrix and Hendrix Experience, LLC. On September 18th – 20th, 2020, the HMA sponsored and organized a Free Public Memorial & Peace and Love event in Seattle’s Jimi Hendrix Park, to honor Jimi Hendrix, in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of his untimely death. This event, even though it was a non-profit event and followed social distancing guidelines, was cited in the litigation as an infringement on Jimi Hendrix’s copyright. This couldn’t be further from the truth, as the Hendrix family was given the rights to use Jimi Hendrix’s name, by the late Al Hendrix, as long as it was for a charitable entity, of which the HMA qualifies. The HMA has spent over a decade providing valuable services to the underserved youth of Seattle and has survived through small donations. The HMA has provided all of these services without any costs to the youth participants or their families. This recent attack will potentially force the HMA to cease programming for children, who may not have any other access to music lessons or equipment. It would be a shame for this valuable institution to be extinguished due to petty and vindictive litigation, that only serves to punish Leon Hendrix, Jimi’s brother. This recent legal action by Experience LLC is not reflective of the man that Jimi Hendrix was. His 27 short years on this planet was full of charity and love for the underprivileged and the youth of the world, of which he was one during his formative years in Seattle. The Hendrix Music Academy calls for all fans of the great Jimi Hendrix to stand with us, as we fight this heavy-handed and extremely punitive lawsuit and fight for the right of the Seattle youth to have access to the gift of music, of which Jimi Hendrix could only dream about as a youth. For more information, please visit our website: www.hendrixmusicacademy.org ##### Update: On January 11, 2020 Judge Engelmeyer ruled against the Hendrix Music Academy in what we feel is an incorrect  decision which further violates our first amendment rights. We plan to appeal this unfair and unjust ruling and continue to fight for our rights.  I will say that we are devastated and disappointed about the judge’s decision and I strongly feel that it was incorrect and unjust for several  reasons. Experience Hendrix only seeks to disenfranchise Jimi Hendrix’s next of kin from participating in his legacy at all costs, for no other purpose than corporate greed and to spread public misinformation that only they are Jimi’s family in reality they are not. Our small charity could not afford attorney representation during time when the pandemic has pushed us to the brink. I had to act pro se on behalf of our charity. Having legal counsel is critical to any successful legal battle. This battle is not about money but the right to use my own family birth given name for charitable purposes. This is more about free speech and our rights are being violated by this order and the order preceding this case which was a default judgment against my father. I am astonished that the courts have sided with Experience Hendrix and stripped us from our rights to use our own family surname after a lifetime of doing so. This is a rare occurrence.  The plaintiff gained the Hendrix name by virtue of adoption.

Smokey Da Bandit January 1st, 1981, Terrell J. McSee was born at Victory Memorial Hospital in Waukegan, Illinois. His mother gave birth to 2 other siblings with him being the oldest of them all. As for having a father present it was not evident, but the love was still felt. His mother was the one to lead by example by consistently moving him to and from in pursuit of a better environment for him to grow up in. However, it was not possible because trouble seemed to be in each area in which they settled. When he was eleven years old, his uncle was murdered. Music became his voice to shout out to the world his views and feelings. In 1994 Smokey moved from the Lake County Area to Chicago’s South Side and started running reckless in the streets with some of his closest friends. Music was his savior. After a couple of “wrong turns”, Smokey decided to stay focused on his music more and began hitting the studios hard and achieving real accomplishments. Since then Da Bandit has created a buzz in the streets with his music and by performing in various events & Open Mics. He was blessed with the opportunity share the same stage with industry artist such as: DO OR DIE, TRAE THE TRUTH, TWISTA, BIZZY BONE, YOUNG GUNZ, PETEY PABLO, BONE THUGS-N-HARMONY, FAT JOE of Terror Squad, PROJECT PAT, BOYZ N DA HOOD, GOODIE MOBB, BUN B of UGK, SHOCK G of Digital Underground, RAY J, MAINO, L.E.P BOGUS BOYZ, NAPPY ROOTS &More. He has even hosted several party events as well as his own “THE WRITER’S BLOCK” Open Mic Events. Some of his many accomplishments are CD’s like “The Flesh is Weak…The Soul Is Immortal”, his sophomore album called “Chicago Syndicate” which gained him attention from local media outlets, and his previous released junior CD entitled “Neva Satisfied”. He has 6 Mixtapes available on Datpiff.com and has become hands on in videos as well. As humble as he can be Smokey Da Bandit is someone who receives praises from almost everyone who hears his music. So, to know him is to only love his music even more.  Smokey is affiliated with Bone Thugs-N-Harmony (Mo Thugs/ Harmony Howse Ent./Flesh-N-Bone Global) & tours with them periodically.  Smokey is a 2x Chicago Music Awards Winner (2017 Best New Entertainer & 2019 Best Urban Indie Entertainer) & just recently released his 6th solo album “JUVY WORLD” dedicated to his slain cousin, available for downloading/streaming on all digital platforms.  EPK JUVY WORLD IS AVAILABLE ON ALL DIGITAL PLATFORMS!!!

BLACK NICHOLSON - A well-known and highly regarded fixture in the Atlanta entertainment Industry over the past 25 years, Mr. Nicholson is involved in all facets of the business from onstage to behind the scenes. Black has worked in all areas of the music industry from BMG/Sony street team manager to Major Label signed recording artist, to Artist Manager handling six figure budgets, to owner, and er and operator of The Omen Agency, a full service booking agency, production company and venue based in Atlanta, Germany, Lagos and Johannesburg. Most recently Black secured a historic deal for singer-songwriter Tina P.  Black Nicholson, has also hosted and co-creator of "What It Be! This week in HipHop" a highly entertaining Radio show on S.A.'s 5FM that looked at the US scene, while interweaving local artists and news throughout Africa and in UK. Mr. Nicholson has also expanded into the film sector. Jermel Howard, Angelo Diaz, and Markice Moore are apart of Black’s client roster (see links below). • The Omen Agency is a full service Marketing, Promotions, Production, Booking company and venue based in Atlanta, Germany, Lagos and Johannesburg. We exercise a worldwide vision with you in mind. Our facilities include a record company, a fully staffed marketing team, a digital/physical distribution company, and a multi-media entertainment firm equipped with a team of agents and sales associates at your disposal. At The Omen Agency we develop entertainers from start to finish all under one roof. Keep an eye out for the Omen Agency, “A sign of things to come” • The Omen Agency takes Rick Ross to South Africa: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=71fhLXeWuxY Omen Agency In-House Endorsements: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=tSOzTFEqc88 #FUPCancer Birthday Bash: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=S53-pa0Pw3I#searching https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=XcqKe-6N07g   OMEN AGENCY CYPHERS, R&B Nights, etc: https://m.youtube.com/c/TheOmenAgencyAtlanta/videos?disable_polymer=true&itct=CBUQ8JMBGAEiEwiZm52_-MLqAhUCHWQKHcoRBOI%3D&disable_polymer=true&rootVe=3611&disable_polymer=true&rootVe=3611&disable_polymer=true&rootVe=3611 •  Tina P’s “i Think i Fell” ft Stand Up In It Man Theodis Ealey.  Click the FREE “DJ PACK” link at the bottom of the page.  It contains the clean, inst, & Accp. Give the Family my love. ENJOY! http://go.iamtinapittman.com/album/i-think-i-fell/ • JERMEL HOWARD (ACTOR/DIRECTOR): Jermel Howard was chosen for the role of “Treach” in the upcoming “Salt N Peppa” Biopic. Jermel is also a New York “Black Top” legendary, “And-1” style basketball player who is perfect for celeberity sport events. https://www.imdb.com/videoplayer/vi140885785 • ANGELO DIAZ TvOne #1 Show ATLHomicide: Angelo Diaz is a fashion plate. He is accompanied by a cinematographer who promotes, films, and distributes the content on the #ATLHomicide’ stars media platforms. Angelo is athletic, is also great for celeberity sport events ANGELO DIAZ CREDITS IMDb: https://m.imdb.com/name/nm7921534/?ref_=m_nv_sr_1 --       www.FUpCancer.com Move Powerfully,  Black Nicholson Atlanta . Germany . Johannesburg www.omenagency.com +404.910.7035 - IG, FB, SnapChat, @omenagency  The Worlds #1 One Stop Shop for your Business and Entertainment Needs. The Omen Agency is a full service Marketing, Promotions, Production, Booking company. Keep an eye out for the Omen Agency, “A sign of things to come” Check out Weekly HipHop News "What It Be World - This Week In HipHop" alongside 7 Million Listeners in Africa www.whatitbeworld.net & follow us on Twitter & IG @whatitbeworld

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#WomenInHipHop THE VAN KEETO SHOW || INTO HIP HOP HISTORY || EMMA LEE INTERVIEW Live and captioned audio from the "Into Hip Hop History" interview series of "The Van Keeto Show" show via Anchor podcasts. Hosted by Detroit Hip Hop veteran Van Keeto. "Into Hip Hop History" and "The Van Keeto Show" are published on all major podcast streaming services (Apple Podcasts, Spotify etc.) as well as Anchor, Spreaker, PlayerFM and social media platforms. Born in Uganda and raised in Harlem, NYC the artist EMMA LEE is earning recognition as an indie wildcard on the rise. A seasoned lyricist with an extensive resume of creative endeavors including film, media, writing and performing at the 80th annual Academy Awards as part of Oscar & Grammy nominated Impact Repertory Theatre, she's a mold-breaker in the sea of rappers and dope female artists. FOR NEW CONTENT, INFORMATION & UPDATES CONNECT & FOLLOW: http://instagram.com/emiliaisemmalee http://facebook.com/emiliaisemmalee http://twitter.com/emiliaisemma http://emiliaottoo.contently.com https://emmaleemc.bandcamp.com/ https://soundcloud.com/emilia-ottoo emiliaisemmalee@gmail.com Snippet edited by EMMA LEE at Sublime Crown Productions: https://instagram.com/sublimecrown https://www.youtube.com/user/EmzkeyOn... sublimecrownproductions@gmail.com CATCH MORE VAN KEETO & INTO HIP HOP HISTORY CONTENT HERE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... https://www.instagram.com/thevankeeto... https://twitter.com/VanKeeto MEDIA INQUIRIES: http://www.asanteworkspr.com/clients/ https://www.instagram.com/asanteworkspr/ asanteworkspublicrelations@gmail.com #WomenInHipHop All respective rights, titles and interests to content included in this video belong to respective copyright owners. I do not own the rights to "The Van Keeto Show" or "Into Hip Hop History" branded content. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

HARLEM, NY / April, 2020 - First Priority Music set the tone for hip-hop and forged its way into music culture. Now back with a fierceness, the legendary label is poised to introduce a new generation of artists to the music masses. First up: Arii NoBreaks, a Harlem native already charting in 13 countries with the release of “Not Right Now,” just earlier this month.  Describing his style as “aggressive R&B,” “Not Right Now” is a timely, much-needed, feel-good song about having fun with friends, blocking out distraction and motivation to “get to the bag.”  “I’m your conscious with a microphone” Arii said. “I’m going to say what you are thinking.”  Now with over 155K streams on Spotify and 600K on SoundCloud, “Not Right Now,” (produced by Peter Fernandez) has also sparked a #notrightnowchallenge craze on social media with dancing viewers from all corners of the globe. Arii’s up and coming project is just a taste of what’s coming in 2020. Stay tuned for his upcoming album “Cold Summers, Warm Winters” as he represents the new generation of First Priority Music! music: apple music // spotify // soundcloud connect:: instagram // official website