12/12/07 Swizz Beatz One Man Band Tour featuring Cassidy, The Lox, Mya, DMX, and more.
New York City-November 27th, 2007-
Music Video 2.0 in partnership with The Source Magazine is gearing up for a nationwide tour promoting their 2007-08 "Share the Studio" contest featuring Swizz Beatz and his most recent album "The One Man Band". The tour will be an extension of the October 2007–March 2008 contest which allows unsigned and independent artists to enter their video and audio content on www.musicvideo20.com for the chance to win a trip to NYC, Quad Studios demo session with Swizz Beatz, and an opening performance for Swizz at a Music Video 2.0 concert. This Contest/Tour will give the fans a physical relationship with the Share the Studio contest with special performances from Swizz Beatz and friends. The tour promotion will have an extensive grass roots email and print campaign, in addition to the cross promotion from radio along with MV2.0 & The Source encouraging venues & promoters to book this tour.
The available booking dates are February 1st-16th, 2008 and March 1st- March 31st 2008. The locations and venues in confirmation are primarily in the east coast however all locations will be considered. Please contact Ted Moffatt of OCE Consulting and Music Video 2.0 for promoter prices and booking information (ted@musicvideo20). All dates subject to availability so please book asap.
ABOUT US:
Music Video 2.0
Music Video 2.0 global network launched November 2006 with the vision of something powerful and innovative in mind: A global music network that includes music videos and content from all artists, on any level, from around the world. Music Video 2.0 (MV2.0) is not just a website; it is a brand. Our belief is that music diversity equals power and musicians have the right to be showcased and create their own fan base. MV2.0 is young, interactive, and bold, mirroring the creator and staff's perception of life and the music industry. We appreciate the major labels, but we want more artists to benefit from the unlimited access of our online medium. The site is also an industry and entertainment tool. Music lovers, fans, record labels, and industry executives can view, share, contact, comment and vote on musicians' music content. We have our own programming, interviews, and content too. Music Video 2.0 has thousands of unsigned, indie,and major music label supporters. It is undeniable that our brand is creating buzz. If you are ready for the next generation of music videos stay tuned; we have no commercials.
The Source Magazine:
The Source Magazine is a monthly full-color publication that covers hip-hop music, politics, and culture. The magazine was founded in 1988 and has chronicled Hip-Hop's progression from the post-industrial streets of New York until now. Its content is an extension of this global culture and represents the realities of young people and their potential. One of music's most popular publications and a driving force in Hip-Hop culture, The Source continues to be heralded as Hip-Hop's Bible.
Ted Moffatt / Promotions Coordinator / Music Video 2.0/OCE Consulting / e-mail: ted@musicvideo20.com / http:// www.musicvideo20.com
Che' Johnson / EVP of Brand Development / The Source Magazine / email: cjohnson@thesource.com / http:// www.thesource.com