"V-Diddy", 360 D Radio, The Source Magazine™ and more!

What’s going on everybody? Its Vincent Tucker here. As some would call me, “Young V.Diddy Before his prime!” I just want to first say that I’m flattered by the V.Diddy name-calling sent my way over the last 11 months. It was slow as first but it seems to have picked up a lot of stem since early April. Not really sure about the increased pace in being referred to that but I’m not complaining. I take it that people are catching on and really appreciate what I’m trying to do for North Texas thru my company, CWC Entertainment Group, LLC or the burgeoning Hip-Hop Promoter Faction, Metro Muzik: The Union.

It's about 2:30 AM. The past 7 days has been interesting and I'd thought I'd share some light on it. Last Saturday, I was invited to take part in the taping of 360 D Radio, which is an online talk radio show that talks about local and national hip-hop news as well as playing local music as well. I started listening to the show a few months back and for the most part, I became hooked to listening to the show, Monday thru Friday after my lunch break (around 1pm if you care.) So naturally it felt kind of surreal to be asked to participate in a show that I listen to on the regular.

The show is helmed by Jam Renaissance, who is actually a high school teacher in the day time. The show is normally taped on Saturdays and chopped up into different segments to last the week. He says just does it for fun but I think he plans on making it out to be something big and I think he should. The show grows day to day and its need here in Dallas. (By the way if I haven’t mentioned it already, you can listen/subscribe to the show for FREE at www.360DRadio.com. Okay Jam, there goes your free plug, where’s the check? Just Kidding…..I think.) Anyway be sure to check it out as I was featured on the show this past week and this coming week as well. (Yeah, two whole weeks of V.Diddy!)

On Tuesday, we let everyone know that we were promoting a concert for Houston Legend Chalie Boy & Da Ryno at Club Nairobi’s in Dallas on July 28th. These two are part of The Whut It Dew Family that also includes Magno (formerly of Swisha House) and World-Renowed Mixtape DJ Rapid Ric. It will be a live show and if you’re in the area, be sure to check it out. Call the Metro Muzik Hotline 972.897.2086.

Wednesday (7/18) was a gift & a curse. I found out that The Source Magazine™ Unsigned Hype Showcase that I was supposed to co-host yesterday (7/21) was pushed back to August 18th. The showcase was supposed to come to four cities this week including San Antonio (7/19), Austin (7/20), Houston (7/22). The organizer for the Texas Swing of the Tour was inundated with plenty of requests so he moved it back. We’re supposed to now be handling the Dallas part, so if you’re an emerging Rapper or Dime Piece Model, call us for details on how to get down with the showcase and be featured in future editions of the magazine. (Hotline 972.897.2086)

Still on Wednesday, we found out that we’re being asked to co-promote The Ozone Magazine™ Model Search After Party on July 27th. Set to take place at M5 in Dallas, its going to feature performances from Dallas/Fort Worth’s best artists. You need to be there, plus its Ozone Magazine™! (Visit www.urbansouth.us for more details).

Thursday (7/19), I had an organization ask about helping promote The 1st Annual High School Hip-Hop Showcase™ debuting Fall 2008. Expect to hear some news shortly.

Friday (7/20), We rolled out The 2nd Annual CWC Entertainment Group Back to School Drive benefiting underprivileged youth at the Buckner’s Children home in Dallas. We don’t want your money…..we want you to give school supplies. Notebook paper, Pencils, Pen, Rulers etc. You name it, we need it. The cost of school supplies goes up every year and schools now are asking parents to provide items the school used to provide. Parents already struggling to feed and clothe their children now have to shell out an additional $20 to $40 to get these extra supplies. We’re trying to ease the burden. Visit our website (www.citywideonline.net) for more details. It ends August 6th.

Saturday, I went to a Victory Entertainment Party. Yeah, I went to a competitor’s event! But I’ve known the promoter (Dro) long before I got in the music scene, like back in 2003. But anyway, it was a jamming party. If you never been to a Victory event, you need to go. Good music, good party people, a good time. Keep up the good work bro!

Well as I type this, I’m bracing for the week ahead. Tonight, like just about every Sunday Night, I’ll be co-hosting “The Union”, an organized Open-Mic put together by Mr. Kuwn-Dalini about 3 years ago. The rest of the week……Let’s just say that I’ll be busy! At times, I feel like I’m doing too much but I still have to keep moving. I’ll probably go into more details on the next blog.

This was fun. I don’t know where I was apprehensive about doing this but I think I’m getting hooked! I promised next blog I won’t be so long winded. Before I go, shout out to all of the 2800 MySpace Friends I have. I started my page about 15 months ago. I’m a little of 13,000 views. I can’t complain. Its not like I’m Diddy or somebody but it’s impressive compared to people at my level and lower. By the way – If you’re a rapper and I have more views and hits then you....step your game up. MySpace is for artists. Take advantage and promote it right. A&R’s do pay attention to MySpace. So make sure your page is in tip-top shape. Make it look like you’ve already sold 500,000 cds when you really only sold 500. Image is everything – Remember That!

Alright so I’m out. R.I.P. Tiffany Tenile Tucker (4/16/1985 – 1/1/1993) We love you and we miss you. I'll see y'all next week

Vincent Tucker aka “V.Diddy”
Founder of CWC Entertainment Group, LLC
Marketing Director of Metro Muzik: The Union