Why I love JR. Music Exec!

Ok so I have mentioned this program in the past, but here is a refresher for all that have a teen or college age person in their life. Its this really cool program that my homie, Aisha Winfield founded. The goal is to show young folks the careers that can be achieved BEHIND the scenes in the music business.

They are having a fundraiser and award show. And Im hosting! Along with my godmother and radio personality, Dyana Williams. There are quite a few things that are gonna make this night really cool especially considering that some of the actual kids that participate are going to get awadsr, but I am also looking forward to honoring 2 people that I am soooo proud of, Mark Byers (SUPER manager) and Adam Blackstone who I have known for 10 years now. Adam used to play in the band for the Black Lily for a few years as a young buck. Meaning he started playing with some of the best live performers that I kn0w (Kindred, Floetry, The Jazzyphatenastees, Jaguar Wright). And without going into Adam's bio, the man now is not only a great guitar/bass player he is one of the most sought after music directors in the world!! Im talkin Kanye! and Pharrell just to name a few! HE is the reason when you look at Kanye's band that some of us Philly folks think to ourselves "dont I know that dude?" lol. As far as I know Kanye's whole band is from Philly! Oh and by the way he is also producing some songs for Jill Scott's new album. Ok I know im talkin bout this dude alot but like I said Im very proud to have seen his journey! So is Vivian Green who will be presenting the award! Check out the details below!!!


Diamonds In The Rough

Fundraiser & Awards

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Hyatt Regency Penn's Landing

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Tickets $75.00

Jr. Music Executive is an organization that inspires students to dream. On Wednesday, March 17, 2010 we invite you to celebrate professionals and youth that embody the spirit of Jr. Music Executive at Diamonds In The Rough. Our goal is to raise $60,000 for Jr. Music Executive's youth programs and publications. The music industry elite, arts lovers, the business community, and area youth will join in the festivities. The evening will begin by showcasing talented young artists including: Wyldlyfe, Kash Kuumba, Daminga Holden, Team Ice Cream, Royal Black, Khemist, and Sade LevVan. Food, drinks, and an electric atmosphere will be followed by the awards ceremony and a stirring closing performance by Gilbere Forte'. Our hosts for the evening are the dynamic Laiya St.Clair (www.laiyasworld.com) and the legendary Dyana Williams (107.9 WRNB).

2010 Honorees:

Marc Byers (Executive Award)

Adam Blackstone (Creative Award)

2010 Diamond In The Rough Honorees:

Ashley Coleman

Samantha Roberson

Terence Oliver