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stizz	Date: September 24, 2003 @ 8:33 PM I am a scout that is highly affiliated with Draft Pick Entertainment located in NYC. I am also in very close contact with the VP of DPE who is now seeking talent to present to Interscope, J Records and Universal. Instead of asking you to send a demo, I am on these boards to seek talent. You may submit your link and if I hear a hot track via this board, I will request a demo from you to submit to Draft Pick. You must have a press kit available. Photo, Bio and proper demo. Please submit your links. I will review them and make my choices. I will contact you if I am interested. Thanks you. Ms. Thomas - Git It Ryte Records.
wallyadimeck	Date: September 24, 2003 @ 10:48 PM www.mp3.com.au You can reach them on either: staticexciter@hotmail.com OR urbandialects@hotmail.com CHEERS." id="62858">Ms. Thomas, I am writing to drawn your attention to the URBAN DIALECTS. You can preview some of their tunes at www.mp3.com.au You can reach them on either: staticexciter@hotmail.com OR urbandialects@hotmail.com CHEERS.
wallyadimeck	Date: September 24, 2003 @ 10:50 PM mp3.com.au" id="62859">mp3.com.au
wallyadimeck	Date: September 24, 2003 @ 10:51 PM www.mp3.com.au / urbandialects" id="62860">www.mp3.com.au / urbandialects
InsaneWayne	Date: September 25, 2003 @ 11:46 AM DO NOT SIGN A CONTRACT THAT GIVES AWAY YOUR COPYRIGHT Id rather be poor and giving away my music then get raped by a record company
stizz	Date: September 25, 2003 @ 12:39 PM Ms. Thomas" id="62911">To Insane Wayne: In no way would a reputable label, scout, agency or rep thereof suggest you give away your copyrights. Labels such as Interscope, J Records and Universal are known to make an artist well-known and Millionares in their own rights. I'm sorry to hear that you have a misconception of "some" labels whereas, they should not be applied to all. Draft Pick is very protective of it's artists'/client's well being and career. They have the finest attorneys to represent both the company and it's artists. Understand one thing. When you sign with an agency such as Draft Pick, You would then be protected under a Distribution Deal, not a record deal, unless, that's what YOU want. Draft Pick would be the Under Label like Epic is under Sony. I hope you do more research on the issue of copyright and legal issues concerning the artist and label. Most laws now protect the artist from giving away their rights. Good Luck and Peace. Ms. Thomas
furiousBall	Date: September 25, 2003 @ 4:13 PM Let me take what Insane Wayne is saying a step further, never sign any contract with anyone in the music business (record label, distributer, producer) that you do not have an ENTERTAINMENT LAWYER review. I'm not making a comment about Draft Pick or any other business whatsoever, this is meant as general advice for any artist dealing with any company. Ms Thomas: It would be extremely helpful for all the artists here if you might post a link to some information concerning the laws that protect artists from giving away their rights. It's awesome that you are here looking for talent, more power to you.
ashleighj	Date: September 25, 2003 @ 4:27 PM and it's artists. " (emphasis mine) best laugh i've had all day! :rofl:" id="62922">"They have the finest attorneys to represent both the company and it's artists. " (emphasis mine) best laugh i've had all day!
trillcitypoet	Date: September 25, 2003 @ 4:40 PM http://cbf.dmusic.com hip-hop, but we're unlike anything out there.we stand out." id="62923">http://cbf.dmusic.com hip-hop, but we're unlike anything out there.we stand out.
DanLSweZ	Date: September 25, 2003 @ 8:21 PM Well Sometimes I guess we can all B a little mizinformed about what we know or know not...s'all's well though. Isn't it.
InsaneWayne	Date: September 25, 2003 @ 9:08 PM Ms Thomas, Sorry if I insulted you, Im hoping to find more honest music lovers in the busness then money hungrey fat cats. What are your contracts like? What do producers really do? Oops, Im starting to sound like a smartass, I guess what Im asking is for a pitch for the indies to not stay indie ...? Can you get my CD into every Kmart nationwide? I havent dealt with a label since before Motley Crue hit, but yes, Im very wary of anyone looking for talent. -Wayne
ashleighj	Date: September 25, 2003 @ 9:17 PM wait.. you mean some of you guys actually believe this is real...?
CPSick	Date: September 25, 2003 @ 9:33 PM http://lcp.dmusic.com I just posted my new albume its not you it me Peace CP Sick " id="62951">http://lcp.dmusic.com I just posted my new albume its not you it me Peace CP Sick
stizz	Date: September 26, 2003 @ 11:29 AM Well, that's all for now. I'll be reviewing everyone and Good luck to you all. To Ashleigh: YES, THIS IS FOR REAL. YOU MAY CALL ME AT (203) 789-8529. ASK FOR MS. THOMAS" id="63015">To everyone who has responded to this post. I hope we can get to know each other well, and maybe I have some proofing to do in concerns of my reputation. Never-the-less, I am Indie also. I own and manage Git It Ryte Records and coordinate an event 4 times a year presenting artists to record labels. I have had success with 5 artists in 9 months in getting them closer to a deal than they have ever been in their career. Their names are Andrea Silva, Stizz/Aggression,Ironborough, Marclly Maldonada and ILL from MTV's MC Battle. I manage Stizz and ILL. I am very protective of any artist I come in contact with, and the first thing I tell them is to get a manager and entertainment attorney. Because of the events I format, I have met some very influential persons in the industry. BJ from Murder Inc,(although Murder is very hard to get into) Joe Cerini from Epic, AB Peterson-A Train Productions and Steve Reese-Draft Pick ENT. Recently, I have become friends with Rick Iantosca, who works with Kool and the Gang, and is a very good friend with Clive Davis. (Rick will be at my event in November viewing artists. He's mainly Rock) My goal is to try to help artists make the right contacts in order to progress and go further in their career. I myself am the A&R for my label. I have become affiliated with the forementioned persons and if I find hot talent, I present the artists to them. In this business, It's who you know. I learned that after submitting demo after demo, and finding it hardly ever gets listened to. (But we all know that by now) I offer an alternate route. I find the talent, and bring them to Draft Pick, and if the "Board" likes the artist....Draft Pick will sign them and present them to J Records, Universal, Interscope, Def Jam and Arista. This is no joke. This is for real you guys. I CAN help you get into the door. I can never promise you a deal, but I can promise you that if you are a talented and hot artist, I can get you that chance you artists are seeking. Well, that's all for now. I'll be reviewing everyone and Good luck to you all. To Ashleigh: YES, THIS IS FOR REAL. YOU MAY CALL ME AT (203) 789-8529. ASK FOR MS. THOMAS
stizz	Date: September 26, 2003 @ 12:06 PM To TrillCity Poet: Listened to your tracks. I Will email you. Ms Thomas
icisnizz	Date: September 26, 2003 @ 12:15 PM 'I am very protective of any artist I come in contact with, and the first thing I tell them is to get a manager and entertainment attorney.' Ok, right after I buy some food and a 24 of mooshead(and some friskies and cat nip). I'm a rapper. I rap for you and my three pet camels.
icisnizz	Date: September 26, 2003 @ 12:16 PM dmusic...this place rocks
icisnizz	Date: September 26, 2003 @ 12:16 PM email me too, pretty please?
trillcitypoet	Date: September 26, 2003 @ 1:50 PM that'll work.
ashleighj	Date: September 26, 2003 @ 5:10 PM http://www.negativland.com/albini.html )" id="63046">thanks for the phone number. now i feel even more certain this is a joke. but i have to give you credit for doing your homework -- you've hit so many of the danger flags that steve albini warns of! ( http://www.negativland.com/albini.html )
trillcitypoet	Date: September 26, 2003 @ 5:44 PM wow, ashleighj, maybe your on to sumting.
stizz	Date: September 26, 2003 @ 6:48 PM Well, too bad so many of you are very discouraged about trying to break into the industry. I wouldn't give my number out if this was anything but real. Well, to Trill City: If you think this is a joke or scam...then whatever I wrote to you, disregard. For those who still want me to view their music, feel free to post. I will gladly listen to your tracks and if I think it is something that Draft Pick will like, I will contact you to send your demo, and I will forward it to Draft Pick.
stizz	Date: September 26, 2003 @ 6:51 PM PS. It's too bad someone like Ashliegh has succeeded in talking you artists out of an opportunity that may be able to help your career get to the next level.
ashleighj	Date: September 27, 2003 @ 7:28 AM oh, i'm not here to talk people into doing anything except examining the original post with a critical eye. i'd much rather see people make up their own minds, which is why i haven't posted a list of the reasons i think this is a joke. if people would agree with my reasons, they'll probably find them on their own if they look closely enough. taking everything at face value is how an artist gets screwed, boys and girls. so make sure you think this, and anything else, through to a conclusion. make sure you know what road you're driving down.
stizz	Date: September 27, 2003 @ 11:35 AM Hi Ashleigh, How are you today? I'm very pleased that you are protective of artists, just like I am. Remember, I stated that I am Indie also. In my efforts to get my artists seen, heard and noticed, I too am skeptical of many that declare themselves the real thing. Tell you what! I'm going to forward you a number. You will reach Sterling Associates. Ask for Mr. Reese of Draft Pick Ent. I want you to tell Reese that I told you to call. Just ask him if he knows Sybil, who she is and what is she about. Then, ask him what his label is about, and who he carries. I want you to call me for his number. For reasons that as you know, if I publicize Mr. Reese's number all over the net, he will be bombarded with calls. Maybe after you speak with Reese, you will be convinced that my credibility is on the up. I'm doing my best to help other artists as I was helped recently and I have the opportunity to do so. Now, I named the artists that I have helped so far. Ask Reese about them also. Other than the offer I just made. There is nothing more I can do about your skepticsm. You have your opinions, I can't help that. Just keep in mind, There are persons true to their intents in helping artists. I'm just trying to give something back.
trillcitypoet	Date: September 27, 2003 @ 12:59 PM i'm not on either side, i'm still curious.
ashleighj	Date: September 27, 2003 @ 6:58 PM but in any case, you shouldn't worry yourself with convinving me this is a real recuitment for artists. i'm neither a hip-hop artist, nor someone who is likely to buy records from any of the companies you claim to be involved with. and to the rest of you.. is it possible that i'm wrong? sure. do i think i am? no. if i am wrong, does that bother me? nope. so make up your own minds. if you want to know my reasoning and can't figure it out for yourselves, note me. otherwise, i'll just watch from the shadows. this was a nice laugh at first, but it's getting a bit old now. oh, and if i am wrong, and this is all real.. i'd apologize, but i consider record industry people to be worse than liars and pranksters. --aj" id="63161">my skepticism would remain intact regardless of what anyone said on the phone, so it seems senseless to run up the bill. it's really not difficult at all to "simulate" (for lack of a better word) a large corporate phone system. just takes the right modem and the right software. but in any case, you shouldn't worry yourself with convinving me this is a real recuitment for artists. i'm neither a hip-hop artist, nor someone who is likely to buy records from any of the companies you claim to be involved with. and to the rest of you.. is it possible that i'm wrong? sure. do i think i am? no. if i am wrong, does that bother me? nope. so make up your own minds. if you want to know my reasoning and can't figure it out for yourselves, note me. otherwise, i'll just watch from the shadows. this was a nice laugh at first, but it's getting a bit old now. oh, and if i am wrong, and this is all real.. i'd apologize, but i consider record industry people to be worse than liars and pranksters. --aj
blooddshedd	Date: September 27, 2003 @ 7:01 PM yeah I wanna know how to get more inches for only 9.95 per month..... oh wait I thought this was one of those penis enhancer chat rooms.... fuck
stizz	Date: September 27, 2003 @ 7:13 PM Ok Ashliegh, bye bye Ashliegh, have a nice day Ashleigh. I see now, that you are a very hostile individual. What is your reason for attacking anyone trying to help others get what you may have longed for, not so quite long ago. And I think I understand it all now. If you feel this way, why post your music where Industry personel can hear it? Well folks...that's all folks. Keep those submissions coming. I'm running into some pretty good talent here. Not all are great, but many so far are very promising. Like I said, I or no-one reputable can promise you a deal, but, I can promise to do the best I can to get your work heard by those who can help you.
Jennae	Date: September 27, 2003 @ 9:32 PM :skeptical: err... for ourselves maybe??? :shrugs: geesh I guess if we aren't heard by a scout or a _Industry Personael_ we are nothing then huh?? :rollseyes: Creating music is not soley about becoming recognized or rich off the music we create. Maybe it is for some of you, but I can say personally my music is what _I_ do beacause it is waht _I_ enjoy. I hardly sit around posting music is hopes that I will get discovered. There is more to being a musician than just being an OWNED musician.' just my :2cents: " id="63190">"why post your music where Industry personel can hear it? " err... for ourselves maybe??? geesh I guess if we aren't heard by a scout or a _Industry Personael_ we are nothing then huh?? Creating music is not soley about becoming recognized or rich off the music we create. Maybe it is for some of you, but I can say personally my music is what _I_ do beacause it is waht _I_ enjoy. I hardly sit around posting music is hopes that I will get discovered. There is more to being a musician than just being an OWNED musician.' just my
leflaw	Date: September 27, 2003 @ 9:36 PM OK. Stizz, lets see your contract on -line. Post it here for all to see. We'll tell you what we think. We have some lawyers here among the group, and very experienced at that.
Jennae	Date: September 27, 2003 @ 9:47 PM yeah.... show us what you got it's all legit right.. nothing to hide..
leflaw	Date: September 27, 2003 @ 9:54 PM You have to understand, we just caught someone at the site bullshitting everybody. You know how it is in the music biz
Jennae	Date: September 27, 2003 @ 9:58 PM the music biz bullshitting people??? leflaw say it isn't so...
ashleighj	Date: September 27, 2003 @ 10:06 PM oh no!!! that cynical bitch ashleigh talked jennae and leflaw out of an awesome opprotunity to further their careers! somebody her!!
Jennae	Date: September 28, 2003 @ 12:11 AM :rollseyes: now about that contract review??? :clue: let's have a look shall we??" id="63217"> .................................... Leflaw and I have nothing left to live for....... better stop playing music now... we won't be heard by the "Industry personel ". now about that contract review??? let's have a look shall we??
stizz	Date: September 28, 2003 @ 8:22 AM his email addreaa is... beach033053@comcast.net His phone# is: (732)477-9363. He's encouraged anyone to call." id="63250">Hi you guys. My handle on this board is Stizz. My name is Ms. Thomas, as you should have noticed in the beginning of this post. The artist, Stizz Aggression is my artist. I also manage several other artists. Concerning Stizz's contract.... Please note Stizz is his own producer.... So the production contract is to his advantage. As of now, the final negotiations with Draft Pick are in progress with Stizz's attorney. Once/If all's well, and Stizz's attorney feels the contract is fair and for the best interest of Stizz, then, and only then will I, as his manager, give him the OK to sign. In the event he does sign, as stipulated by the contract, Draft Pick will have a specific time in which to abide by the contract...whereas, to market, promote and distribute his products/works to the satisfaction of Stizz. It is also stated in the contract that Draft Pick will only recover any/all expenses plus 15% of Stizz's gross income from sales, performances. We...STIZZ/MANAGER/ATTORNEY... will have access to any all documents concerning the expenses initiated for Stizz. If you all have read the posts correctly, and with understanding, I never said Stizz was signed yet. This is what I stated: (Quote)I have had success with 5 artists in 9 months in getting them closer to a deal than they have ever been in their career. Their names are Andrea Silva, Stizz/Aggression,Ironborough, Marcelly Maldonada and ILL from MTV's MC Battle. I manage Stizz and ILL. (End of quote) As to date....Mercelly Maldonado and Ironborough are in negotiations also. I understand there is a lot of misinformation on these boards, and possibly, many of you have fallen into a scam, or have been railroaded and have been very discouraged by it all. I agree, yes, be vary wary of persons impersonating themselves and making promises they can't keep. Investigate their credibility! If you have an attorney, have them researched before you do anything. The only way to get noticed in this business is to go directly to the President of the Label. But you have to know someone who has the means and power to do that. Draft Pick ENT does have that power. I am fortunate to know the Pres of Draft Pick. In my affiliation with DP, I have offered to help them find more hot, fresh talent. From what I understand, their fiscal budget, allows for several more artists. I can surely understand why I'm being attacked on this board, but that's ok, because, some already know that my intentions are real, and this is not a ploy. I know that some of you post your music for other members to enjoy, but also some post hopefully to be heard by some from the industry. I am seeking Hip Hop and R&B artists, only. Draft Pick is seeking only Hip Hop and R&B. To Hip Hop and R&B: Keep those submissions coming. MAY GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU ON THIS BOARD/THREAD! AND BEST OF LUCK IN YOUR CAREER! And for those who are into rock and alternative, you may email Rick Iantosca. Just go to "ALLMUSIC.COM and check out his credentials. He has given me permission to forward his phone number and email address if you have any questions concerning your music, the industry, and help with getting you heard. He's a songwriter and producer who is very educated concerning the business. He's worked with many, many major artists. But go see for yourselves. He's also a friend of mine. his email addreaa is... beach033053@comcast.net His phone# is: (732)477-9363. He's encouraged anyone to call.
leflaw	Date: September 28, 2003 @ 11:54 AM I will check all this out and report back.
Jennae	Date: September 28, 2003 @ 2:58 PM :lmao: Millionaires who??? you or the artist??? :skeptical? "I'm sorry to hear that you have a misconception of "some" labels whereas, they should not be applied to all." Misconception of the labels??? Leflaw... are we misconceived about labels?? :rollseyes: " Draft Pick is very protective of it's artists'/client's well being and career. They have the finest attorneys to represent both the company and it's artists. Understand one thing. When you sign with an agency such as Draft Pick, You would then be _protected_:rollseyes: under a Distribution Deal," (where is this deal you speak of?) "not a record deal, unless, that's what YOU want. Draft Pick would be the Under Label like Epic is under Sony." :hm: any sony, epic artist having issues with their contracts right now?? :think: I hope you do more research on the issue of copyright and legal issues concerning the artist and label. Most laws now protect the artist from giving away their rights" :rofl: right.....sure.. if you believe that i got a pink flying elephant for sell too. "Concerning Stizz's contract.... Please note Stizz is his own producer.... So the production contract is to his advantage." :blankstare: point for jen. "Once/If all's well, and Stizz's attorney feels the contract is fair and for the best interest of Stizz, then, and only then will I, as his manager, give him the OK to sign." ok here is EXACTLY MY POINT right here... who is making the decisions "Stizz's attorney... I, as his manager, _give_ him the OK to sign" already being puppeteered. " It is also stated in the contract that Draft Pick will only recover any/all expenses plus 15% of Stizz's gross income from sales, performances." PLus what production cost?? Studio time?? Studio musicians?? What else applies here?? 15% plus plus.... yeah what's the final ratio?? got that number? "I have had success with 5 artists in 9 months in getting them closer to a deal than they have ever been in their career" 9 months getting them _closer_.... well you should feel proud... thats a hellified track record :lmao: yep be leary folks.... you don't get something for nothing... they tell you what they want you too hear but don't forget there is much you don't know to asked about. You can make your tonsils being removed sound good it you only talk about eating ice cream. I still don't see a copy of this contract?? " id="63275">you are better off seeking the talent then asking for it... I mean if you utilize these threads well enough there is much information to lead you to the better of the picks on this site. BUt I am curious as to what is the end result here... you find talent... say they sign... and then what?? I mean why wold you even want talent in the first place unless it's doing something for you?? How aer you profiting off these musicians?? what is the ratio there under contract?? I personally don't listen to mainstream artist... and someone would get more recognition out of me just for being so. I don't have a proble with supporting indie artist and purchasing their music from them either... where they get all the profit. you don't get something for nothing... talent is needed so you can then produce them for you have the captital, and then they sign a dotted line on about how they need to give X amount to the Industry. Then it moves to... well you should sing it this way.. what if we add this, and I don't like that, and the next thing you know... you are producing another top 40 mainstrweam crap song. Lacking realism and true talent. I mean it is all about what sells right?? Be leary indeed. There is no one with a good heart stepping in here to do something for you the indie artist becuase they care... BAH... I don't believe that at all but then again I'm not Hip hop or R&B so i don't have to worry. "Labels such as Interscope, J Records and Universal are known to make an artist well-known and Millionares in their own rights. " Millionaires who??? you or the artist??? keptical? "I'm sorry to hear that you have a misconception of "some" labels whereas, they should not be applied to all." Misconception of the labels??? Leflaw... are we misconceived about labels?? " Draft Pick is very protective of it's artists'/client's well being and career. They have the finest attorneys to represent both the company and it's artists. Understand one thing. When you sign with an agency such as Draft Pick, You would then be _protected_ under a Distribution Deal," (where is this deal you speak of?) "not a record deal, unless, that's what YOU want. Draft Pick would be the Under Label like Epic is under Sony." any sony, epic artist having issues with their contracts right now?? I hope you do more research on the issue of copyright and legal issues concerning the artist and label. Most laws now protect the artist from giving away their rights" right.....sure.. if you believe that i got a pink flying elephant for sell too. "Concerning Stizz's contract.... Please note Stizz is his own producer.... So the production contract is to his advantage." point for jen. "Once/If all's well, and Stizz's attorney feels the contract is fair and for the best interest of Stizz, then, and only then will I, as his manager, give him the OK to sign." ok here is EXACTLY MY POINT right here... who is making the decisions "Stizz's attorney... I, as his manager, _give_ him the OK to sign" already being puppeteered. " It is also stated in the contract that Draft Pick will only recover any/all expenses plus 15% of Stizz's gross income from sales, performances." PLus what production cost?? Studio time?? Studio musicians?? What else applies here?? 15% plus plus.... yeah what's the final ratio?? got that number? "I have had success with 5 artists in 9 months in getting them closer to a deal than they have ever been in their career" 9 months getting them _closer_.... well you should feel proud... thats a hellified track record yep be leary folks.... you don't get something for nothing... they tell you what they want you too hear but don't forget there is much you don't know to asked about. You can make your tonsils being removed sound good it you only talk about eating ice cream. I still don't see a copy of this contract??
stizz	Date: September 28, 2003 @ 5:25 PM Hi Jennae-I'm just trying to help others. I wish you the best of luck!
blooddshedd	Date: September 28, 2003 @ 5:26 PM hh336.dmusic.com" id="63295">stizz check out headhuntaz hh336.dmusic.com
TameasDust	Date: September 28, 2003 @ 7:36 PM become popular and they come out of the woodwork
stizz	Date: September 30, 2003 @ 11:25 AM Wally, could not access Urban Dialect's music on the link you gave me. If there is another link to their music, please resend. Thank you! Ms. Thomas
CountryMusikMan	Date: October 7, 2003 @ 2:44 AM talentmatch.com www.talentmatch.com " id="64315">hey peep my friend Keary Kase on talentmatch.com www.talentmatch.com
CountryMusikMan	Date: October 7, 2003 @ 2:48 AM www.talentmatch.com " id="64316">www.talentmatch.com
CountryMusikMan	Date: October 7, 2003 @ 2:50 AM http://www.kearykase.com/" id="64317">http://www.kearykase.com/
stizz	Date: October 7, 2003 @ 10:46 AM Hi Country, will check out your friend Kearykase ASAP. Thanks. I'll keep you posted!
CountryMusikMan	Date: October 7, 2003 @ 5:49 PM Thanks Stizz Keary is on the top 8 out of all the pop country rap and everything on the site he is number 2. He came in second as did I in our Genres in The Battle of The Bands. I listen to all kinds of music but I reccommend if you want the best rapper "Keary Kase".
dabutcha	Date: October 16, 2003 @ 2:53 PM http://www.soundclick.com/bands/4/riproductionz.htm go there and listen my track called struggle anthem,,theres others there to,,i produce all my own beatz and songz,, you can also contact me with an e-mail skillzplenty@aol.com" id="65442">http://www.soundclick.com/bands/4/riproductionz.htm go there and listen my track called struggle anthem,,theres others there to,,i produce all my own beatz and songz,, you can also contact me with an e-mail skillzplenty@aol.com
EddieWinslow...	Date: October 22, 2003 @ 4:33 PM eddie winslow aka phillip michael thomas...come listen...
jflex	Date: March 15, 2006 @ 9:19 AM Ms Thomas, I'm a producer from the UK, but apart of a US rap group, 'Villin Records' check out www.villinrecords.com theres a track of mine on the audio section, only one though, if you require more email me, dj_jguru@yahoo.co.uk thanks. www.JFLEXONLINE.co.uk

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