After the release of “Watch the Throne” last august, Jay-Z and Kanye West will begin the Watch the Throne concert tour next month.

The collaboration of the two superstars will continue in this concert tour to promote their album “Watch the Throne”.

The tour kicks off in Atlanta on October 28 and they will visit 24 cities.

Watch the video of their first single “Otis”:

Chris Martin has confirmed to the Sun that Rihanna will be in the next album of Coldplay “Mylo Xyloto”.

Rihanna and Chris Martin  sing together  the song “Princess of China”. The song has two characters and Rihanna  was on the top of Coldplay’s  list  for the female character.

The fans of Coldplay and Rihanna will have to wait until the 24th of October 2011, date of the release of the album, to hear “Princess of China”.

Kid Cudi is back.

Nine months after the release of his last album “Man on the Moon II: The Legend of Mr. Rager”, a video for the song “Mr. Rager” premiered during the New York’s Fashion Week. Kid Cudi has teamed up with the fashion brand Surface to Air for a line of jackets. These jackets are featured in the video of “Mr.Rager”

The video of nearly 7 minutes is based on a dream. Kid Cudi is seen fighting 100 men.

Watch the video:

Since Beyonce’s VMA pregnancy announcement, the  sales of her fourth studio album “4″ have been boosted.  After the albums strong debut in June, the sales of “4″ started to decline the following month. As soon as the singers pregnancy was revealed at her 2011 MTV Video Music Awards performance, her album dramatically took a climb back into the top ten chart.

You can watch the video for her second single “Best thing that I never had”

Number 1- Tiesto ( Top's the list in our top 10 superstars list)

British Music Week, DJ Monthly Magazine, Urban Music Awards and Invincible Worldwide events are launching  a search to find Europe’s Next DJ Superstar.

Are you the next Tiesto Carl Cox, Roger Sanchez, David Guetta, Trevor Nelson, Lisa Lashes or Funkmaster Flex ? Whatever, genre of music you play from Electro, House, Trance, Subliminal, HipHop, Drum & Bass, to Dubstep, etc . We want to hear from you as we are on the look out for DJ’s who are passionate about achieving global success and representing one of the biggest global art forms in the music industry.

The winner of Europe’s Next DJ Superstar will receive :

*2 year management contract courtesy of IEG Global

*Opportunity to play alongside 10 semi-finalists at the semi-finals in London

*An opportunity to receive the Europe’s Next DJ Superstar trophy by award winning DJ and play at the prestigious finals at the Ministry of Sound in London.

*An opportunity to play in 3 European cities playing in some of the most prestigious clubs in Italy, UK, St. Tropez, Switzerland and France

The Process:

Stage 1:

**(a) Complete application form and send your 30 minute mix via (CD or soundcloud) and admin fee of £20 or 20 Euros payable to Invincible, c/o Britain’s Next DJ Superstar, Unit 307, 203 Mare Street Studios, London E8 3QE or e-mail for paypal invoice to ; europe@nextdjsuperstar.com .

** (b) Include a biog, photo, your contact details and a little bit about yourself.

Stage 2:

(c) Your mix will be judged by our Europe’s Next DJ Superstar judges and you’ll be invited to capital city of your country (For example; UK entries will be invited to London) to film a 5 minute promo which would include your profile and your live mix infront of our judges. You will then, be interviewed and marks given against your performance.

(d) The best contestants will be added to our dedicated Europe’s Next DJ Superstar micro site on the UMA portal for Public voting to commence.

(e) 10 semi-finalists from each country will be invited to the semi-finals in October 2011

(f) The winner is announced at the finals in November 2011

Key important Dates:

28th of July 2011 – Europe’s Next DJ Superstar search is officially launched

21st of September 2011 – Voting commences online

19th of October 2011 – 10 semi-finalists from each country are announced

1st of November 2011 – Semi- finals in London, UK

2nd of November 2011 – Finals in London, UK (Winner is announced, press/media interviews)

18.07.2009

RIHANNA, BOBBY V, JAY-Z, SWIZZ BEATZ, AKON, ENRIQUE IGLESIAS, KANYE WEST, GRANDMASTERFLASH AND KID CUDI WIN BIG AT THE 7^TH ANNUAL URBAN MUSIC AWARDS USA!!

New York 20.07.09;  The Urban Music Awards celebrated its 7^th anniversary with a successful 2^nd return to the home of urban music New York City on the 17^th of July 2009 at the prestigious Hammerstein Ballroom.

Rihanna won Best Music Video and Best Female Act whilst R&B superstar Akon took the gong for Artist of the Year. Kanye West’s self acclaimed album, 808 &Heartbreak took the award for Best Album 2009 whilst Best International Latino Act went to Enrique Iglesias, new comer, Kid Cudi took home the Best Single for ‘Day & Night‘. Bobby V stole the show with an electrifying 10 mins performance and taking home awards for Best R&B Act 2009 & Best Male Act.

HipHop Weekly beat off stiff competetion to take off the Best Magazine award.

The awards show sponsored by Levi’s, Vitamin Water, Proximity Blue, Awani Inc, and Invinciblemobile.com saw a host of exclusive performances, surprises and winners who all joined in the excitement for what was a truly a successful event.

The host of the Urban Music Awards 2009 came courtesy of renowned producer , Amadeus of Diddy’s camp, part of Diddy’s , Hit making team, Bad Boy Entertainment who delivered a fantastic job.

Winner of the Best Producer category, Swizz Beatz said “The Urban Music Awards is one of the most exciting events I have been to in a long time and I want all the celebrities, artist, and sponsors to come and support the Urban Music Awards. If you love Urban Music like I do, then you have to love the Urban Music Awards”.

The Urban Music Awards USA has confirmed plans for next year’s awards show to be held in Los Angeles with a host of celebrities from Television, sports, and music world already lining up to attend. Meanwhile, the United Kingdom version of the UMA’s returns on home turf on the 1^st of November 2009.  Public can commenced nominating @ www.urbanmusicawards.net

See pictures of the UMA 2009 @ http://www.wireimage.com/ItemListings.aspx?igi=381779&nbc1=1

Other winners for the 7^th annual Urban Music Awards included;

Artist of the Year

Akon

Best Album

Kanye West ‘808’s & Heartbreak’

Best Gospel Act

Kirk Franklin

Best InternationalLatino Act        

Enrique Iglesias

Best Music Video

Rihanna ‘Rehab’

Best R&B Act

Bobby V

Best DJ 2009

Funkmasterflex

Best Radio Station

Hot 97                          

Best TV show 

Harlem Heights

Best HipHop Act 

Jay Z

Best Magazine

HipHop Weekly

Best Male Act 

Bobby V

Best Collaboration

Ron Browz ft. Jim Jones & Julez Santana ‘Pop Champagne’

Best Female Act

Rihanna

Best International Reggae Act

Movado

Best Producer

Swizz Beatz

Best Single 

Kid Cudi for ‘Day & Night’

UMA Living Legend Award (1)

KRS 1

Lifetime Achievement Award 

Grandmasterflash

See pictures of the UMA 2009 here:

http://www.wireimage.com/ItemListings.aspx?igi=381779&nbc1=1

For more info on the UMA’s and to discuss sponsorship opportunities. Please, e-mail:

info@urbanmusicawards.net

09.07.2009

New York/London, Worldwide 08/07/09; The number one bottled water in the United States, Vitamin-water has been announced as one of official category sponsor of the prestigious Urban Music Awards USA taking place on the 17th of July 2009 at theHammerstein Ballroom in New York City.

“The music community has been a very important part of vitaminwater’s history. We have partnerships with musicians such as 50 cent, Alicia Keys and Carrie Underwood.” said RohanOza, Chief marketing officer, Glacéau (makers of vitaminwater, vitaminwater10 andsmartwater). “vitaminwater works to keep artists healthy and hydrated which is key to their careers. We are very proud to partner with the 7th annual Urban Music Awards.”

Music fans from around the world have been voting for several weeks. A record 1.350,000 members of the public have already voted via www.urbanmusicawards.net. “We are excited to produce what will be a very entertaining and humbling show as the UMA’s and guests will have the opportunity to pay our own homage to the Musical legend that will always be Michael Jackson ” said Jordan Kensington, C.E.O of The Urban Music Awards & IMG. “With such a high-profile awards show, it is integral that we are selective in the brands endorsed by the UMA’s. vitaminwater represents health and style and we are very delighted to announce their partnership”

To mark the UMA’s 7th anniversary as the only Hip Hop, R&B and soul music awards show to be held annually in six countries, we will have some very special surprise UMA Living Legend awards given to four legends who helped shape today’s Hip Hop & R&B music scene.

For UMA Media Accreditation

E-mail: Alyssa@urbanmusicawards.net 

For vitaminwater:

Jesse Parker Stowell

E: Jstowell@fullpic.com

About Glacéau

It all started when one thirsty man named Darius wanted better water but couldn’t find any worth drinking — so he decided to make his own.  Word got around, thus emerged glacéau, a fresh new approach to bottled water.  Today, glacéau is a leader in the bottled water industry and the pioneer of the enhanced water category — maker of vitaminwater®, #1 bottled water in the united states; smartwater®, #1 premium bottled water in the united states; andvitaminwater10™,the perfect low-calorie combination… only 10 calories per serving, naturally sweetened, great-tasting and packed with the vitamins and nutrients you need throughout the day.  Glacéau is all about helping thirsty people like you responsibly hydrate with something truly good for your body.  For more information visit www.glaceau.com.

About the UMA:
The NO. 1 premiere R&B, Hip Hop, Soul and Dance Music awards ceremony in the world. The Urban Music awards ceremony is held annually in the USA, UK, France, Caribbean, and Japan with plans to expand to Asia, Dubai and Africa. The Urban Music Awards was born out of the need to build a worldwide awards ceremony to recognise the achievement of urban based artists, producers, club nights, dj’s, radio stations, record labels. Past winners at the Urban Music Awards have included; Nas, Omarion, Danity Kane, Amy Winehouse, Leona Lewis, Adele, Vybez Cartel, Shakira, Papoose and many more. The Urban Music Awards has set it self as a credible awards ceremony by letting all nominations and voting left to the public to decide! In 7 years, the prestigious awards ceremony has been covered by: The BBC World Service, CNN, MTV, VH1, The Independent, The Guardian, Channel 4, CD: UK, London Tonight, and many more.
www.urbanmusicawards.net

About Invincible Group: 
Invincible Group is the international parent group of companies behind Invincible Magazine, Invincible newspaper, Invincible Radio, Invincible TV, and Invincible films, IAA, Invincible Events and Invincible Mobile. Invincible was launched by on the 1st July 1999 in London, as a style, ideas and impact conscious brand with the aim of serving our vibrant, multi-cultural society. Since its creation, with offices in the United Kingdom, USA, Germany, France and the Caribbean, Invincible has launched the careers of musicians, artists, photographers, designers, writers, models and actors around the world, while staking out an unchallenged position for itself at the cutting-edge of international urban cool and inspiration. Fuelled by a dedication to success, Invincible promotes a message of unity to empower ethnic diversity and creativity. Invincible events is also responsible for the Urban Music Awards (held annually both in the UK, France, Caribbean, & U.S.A), British Music Week and the National Entrepreneurs Conference (NYC).
Brand websites@ www.invinciblemag.com | www.invinciblemobile.com | www.urbanmusicawards.net | www.britishmusicweek.com | www.internationalfootballawards.com | www.invincibleradio.com | www.invinciblemediagroup.com (c) est. Since 1999

Michael Jackson

26.06.2009

URBAN MUSIC AWARDS USA PAYS HOMAGE TO A TRUE MUSIC LEGEND , MICHAEL JACKSON

Following the news yesterday (25.06.09) announcing the passing away of one of the best music icons that ever lived in our generation.  The UMA team have just announced that next month’s Urban Music Awards USA at the Hammerstein Ballroom, NYC in memory of the music legend that was “Michael Jackson”. Artists & Celebrities from the world of music, TV, Radio and sports will join us at the Urban Music Awards USA to pay homage to Michael Jackson. There will be special performances in tribute for Michael Jackson to mark his successful career as one of our last few music icons.

Jordan Kensington, C.E.O of the Urban Music Awards added , “Michael Jackson showed that no one ever is defeated until defeat has been accepted as a reality. He was an artist who was not only an incredible genius and inspiration to many but also one who came through all adversity that came his way. He would remain an inspiration to us all and many in the future”.

Get your VIP or Standard tickets now by e-mailing your (Name, cell number and address ) to:  tickets@urbanmusicawards.net  or call : 213-291-8682

23.05.2009

TICKETS GO ON SALE FOR THE URBAN MUSIC AWARDS IN NEW YORK CITY
Hip Hop, R&B and Soul Music’s Only Fan-Voted worldwide Awards Show to be held on Friday, July 17 at theHammerstein Ballroom, Manhattan, New York.
Tickets On-Sale

NEW YORK – May 23, 2009 – The all-star performance line-up gets even bigger with the addition of R&B superstar, Bobby Valentino to the glittering list of celebrities and performers. The 2009 URBAN MUSIC AWARDS, which will premiere LIVE on Friday, July 17 at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT giving viewers around the world a chance to watch the awards show broadcast live as it happens.

Ticket prices start at $50 and will go up to $200 for a ticket package that includes a VIP seat, red carpet, after party as well as the main show. Tickets to the 2009 URBAN MUSIC AWARDS at the Highline Ballroom in New York City go on sale Saturday, May 23 at 2pm. All tickets are available via the UMA head office and by phoning 213-291-8682 and by e-mailing; tickets@urbanmusicawards.net
Fan voting for the 2009 URBAN MUSIC AWARDS began on May the 1st and continues through June, only at www.urbanmusicawards.net , where fans will select the top winners in each of the categories.
Nominees were announced at the start of the month with an international press conference which took place simultaneously in over 7 countries. Amy Winehouse, Rihanna, Bobby Valentino, M.I.A, Day 26, The Dream, Estelle, Kat de Luna, Akon, Kanye West, Keri Hilson, Ghetts, Kid Cudi, Tinchy Stryder, Neyo, Eminem, spear head nominations

The UMA’s will be held on the 17th of July 2009 at the Highline Ballroom in New York City and will be attended by more than Artists, DJs, producers, promoters, record labels executives, celebrities from the world of music, radio, TV, sports and music fans from across the country. True to tradition, the public will rule and stars will rejoice with them.
Akon & Bobby Valentino grab triple nominations this year whilst Neyo , J. Holiday, The Dream, Keri Hilson, Musiq Soulchild, Jazmine Sullivan and previous UMA winner Estelle bag double nominations.
On receiving the UMA Living Legend award 2009, Grandmasterflash said “I am honoured to receive this award and i can’t wait to attend the awards show in July. The Urban Music Awards is different from all other awards shows because it represents the whole world. Our music is mainstream and we have to connect with our fans from all around the world to build an even bigger community so thank you to all my fans worldwide and the UMA for this opportunity”.
Grandmasterflash who was originally born in Barbados also joins fellow Barbados superstar, Rihanna who leads the pack with a phenomenal comeback.

The singer is up for four awards – Artist of the Year, Best R&B Act, Best Female Act and Best Music Video for single ‘Rehab’.
Successful British talent, Amy Winehouse, M.I.A and Estelle dominate the Best Female Act category this year and in the Best Television Show category, it’s a battle between MTV, FOX and BET. With Diddy’s hit show ‘Making the Band’ receiving a nomination followed by Simon Cowell’ s American Idol with FOX and finally BET’s triple entries, 106 & Park, Harlem Heights and Rip the Runway.
Comeback king, Eminem manages to grab a nomination for his comeback single ‘Crack a Bottle’. On hearing of his nomination. D12 commented “We thank all the fans around the world who keep supporting us.

The Urban Music Awards and Invincible has always been a great support especially within Europe and Asia and we are excited and looking forward to taking part in the celebrations at the Urban Music Awards USA in New York City”.
The Urban Music Awards was born to give music fans all around the world an opportunity to ‘nominate’ and ‘vote’ for all the music they strongly support. This year, the official website ; www.urbanmusicawards.net received over 1.2 million submissions from music fans as far across as Japan, Australia, Dubai , Switzerland, Norway, United Kingdom and most importantly throughout North America.
Since its inception in 2003, the Urban Music Awards has set itself apart from other awards ceremony by first being the only Hip Hop, R&B, and soul awards ceremony to be held in six countries annually and by being the only awards ceremony that gives YOU the public full deciding power on who gets nominated and who ends up winning the prestigious awards.

The Urban Music Awards has gone on to fly the flag for Hip Hop, R&B , and soul music all around the world with a database of over 12,000 booking agents and tour promoters with an aim of connecting artists with various touring and booking opportunities worldwide. Our return to New York City marks the second time since 2007. The 2007 event was attended by over 3,000 guests at the Hammerstein Ballroom in Manhattan and broadcast to over 14 countries worldwide.
In 2009 the Urban Music Awards USA is proud to welcome our brand new sponsors; Levi’s (The world’s number 1 jeans company), Proximity Blue, Invincible Mobile, Sonicbids.com and more to be announced shortly.

The Urban Music Awards will be webcast live to millions of viewers worldwide and the televised show will also be syndicated for broadcast via 12 channels across the USA, Africa, the Caribbean and Europe. An estimated total television audience of over 48 million viewers will get to watch the awards show making it the biggest most watched Hip Hop, R&B and soul awards ceremony in the world.

Below is the press links from our press launch at the start of the month,
Covered by every single major media;

http://www.dailystar.co.uk

http://www.atlanticrecords.com/news/article/

http://www.express.co.uk

htpp://www.contactmusic.com

http://www.younghollywood.com

http://www.newlilwayne.com/2009/05/lil-wayne-nominated-for-3-urban-music-awards


http://topiclinks.boston.com


http://www.newlilwayne.com/2009/05/lil-wayne-nominated-for-3-urban-music-awards/


http://www.dailyindia.com/show/311346.php


http://top40-charts.com

http://www.dnaindia.com/report.asp?newsid=1253443

http://story.northkoreatimes.com

http://www.rapweekly.com/news.asp?id=3322


http://www.duniyalive.com/?p=22601


http://globalgrind.com/content/646543/Nominations-Announced-for-Urban-Music-Awards/


http://rihannadaily.com/2009/05/vote-for-rihanna-2009-urban-music-awards/


http://www.teenhollywood.com/d.asp?r=203638&p=2


http://www.topnews.in/rihanna-lands-four-nominations-2009-urban-music-awards-2162382


http://www.allheadlinenews.com/articles/7015038276


http://www.poplexikon.com/news/urban-music-awards-2009-rihanna-ist-favoritin/27337


http://www.bollywoodondemand.com

http://www.theinsider.com


http://www.examiner.com/x-1622-NY-HipHop-Music-Examiner~topic176454-Urban-Music-Awards


http://www.showbiznewz.nl/artikel_5540_rihanna-vier-urban-music-awards-nominaties.html

REGISTER & VOTE NOW @ www.urbanmusicawards.net

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If you want to purchase your Standard or VIP tickets to the Urban Music Awards – New York City. E-mail us with your full name, cell number to; tickets@urbanmusicawards.net 

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Bobby Valentino

08.05.2009

R&B superstar, Bobby Valentino is the latest confirmed addition to the list of performers appearing at the Urban Music Awards USA set to take place on the 17th of July 2009 in New York City.

Bobby Valentino is nominated for a record three categories . He is nominated for Best Music Video, Best R&B Act & Best Male Act.

Voting for the UMA’s is currently live @  www.urbanmusicawards.net