HHNLive.com, a respected hip hop site, sits down with
Sho Baraka to discuss his early days, finding the right path, whether or not Christian Rap can be gangsta, Kanye's "Jesus Walks" and more.
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Reach Records is looking for producers and vocalists for Lecrae, Trip Lee, and Tedashii's projects. If you are a producer or know one send an email to
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Written by Salem Communications

Salem Communications (Nasdaq:SALM), the leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in content related to faith, family and conservative values announced today a significant plan to enhance its commitment to Christian music on the Internet through its fast-growing Christian music Internet network.
Dirt is a Man of the People. When he started making Music over ten years ago it was from an outpouring of his heart. Dirt says "the Overflow of My love for God and my culture of Hiphop came out in my music. Since then, I was blessed by YOU, the friends (fans) of my music."

Akron, Ohio native and prolific lyricist Parabols has joined forces with B4 Entertainment to release the much anticipated solo LP “The Awakening” in early 2008. This talented rapper/producer’s debut national release will showcase carefully selected tracks that display his musical diverseness and creative rap abilities.

Photo by Philip Rood @ Flavor Fest 2007 Workshop
Rap artist and Hiphop IS Music mogul
Braille Brizzy drops his forth album, The IV Edition, on April 15, 2008. While remaining under the Hiphop IS Music umbrella,
Braille has partnered with strong companies all over the world to assure that the album gets the proper distribution and marketing that it needs.
The Sounds of Poems have been Blooming around the world. Check out this store display from a shop in Japan. There is also a vinyl out now and the album is going worldwide on digitally in February. You can get your copy NOW in HipHopIsMusic
online store featuring 15 tracks and production by Ohmega Watts, Stro and Mr. J of the Procussions, Vintage, Tony Stone, Choice 37 and more.

Tim Trudeau, President of Syntax Records, says "We have been getting a lot of calls and e-mails comforting us... I just want to say thanks and I truly appreciate that." But...
Mic Blu (also known as Mic B), a formidable vocalist, songwriter, and lyricist, is a youthful heart with with an old spirit. His blend of classic soul and newschool trends have garnered him recognition with gospel and secular fans alike.
On the first day of sales in Paris France, I stopped by the Virgin Megastore at Champs Elysees. Unlike the U.S., European stores can only promote sales twice a year (January and July). The store had thousands of CD's on sale for 2-6 euros (about $3-9).