Rapstation

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				On September 29, 1999, Chuck D, founder of seminal rap group Public Enemy and leading proponent of MP3 technology and new music download technology,announced the launch of Rapstation (www.rapstation.com), a definitive, full-service website for rap music and the global hip hop community. This groundbreaking site features several different areas specifically chosen by Chuck D, each of which echoes Rapstation's objective as being a open forum for enlightenment, entertainment and empowerment for hip hop fans around the world. Chuck's commitment to the musical genre and outspoken support for the Internet and MP3 technology prompted him to create this vital outlet for hip hop culture. Rapstation.com includes: Inside The Rhyme Celebrity interviews featuring hip hop's biggest names and personalities including Puff Daddy, Mary J Blige, Everlast, The Roots and Michael Franti On the Real A regular political commentary by Chuck D covering a wide range of topics Rapstation TV Exclusive music videos and "Rock Da Houze" programming, with graphics by Image That Productions Rapstation Radio Streaming Internet radio Digital Affairs An opportunity for aspiring artists to gain insight on how to enter and succeed in the emerging digital music industry. Unsigned artists are encouraged to send in their CD demos to: MP3 Jamz @ Rapstation.com, 16 W. 19th Street, New York, NY, 10011. MP3s Upload, download, trade and discover the latest MP3s "Rapstation is opening new levels of access and communication," says Chuck D. "We will break down the wall of silence and provide a forum where people can share and speak about their concerns. And we want to provide artists with valuable information about the record industry and how this new technology can enable you to connect with a rap and hip hop audience that is underserved. The revolution has started." Rapstation.com will be the major sponsor of Public Enemy's upcoming fall tour, and has entered into a strategic alliance with House of Blues Digital. The joint venture will produce an online pay-per-view rap concert series. "HOB.com is thrilled to be working with Rapstation. We have worked with Chuck for years, both online and off, and have always been excited about developing projects with the most innovative, pioneering spirit in hip hop and rap today," said Phil Fracassi, VP of Programming & Operations, House of Blues Digital. "HOB.com and Rapstation are going to be working closely together on programming and events, bringing together the most powerful broadcasting channel on the Internet and what's sure to be the definitive destination for urban, hip hop and rap music," he added.