DEF JAM NEW VOICES 2010

DEF JAM NEW VOICES 2010

It’s a movement all about music; it’s about a legacy committed to change, it’s about new voices, and it’s about time you get your ACT together…this is Def Jam. Someone Will Be Famous.

Powered by Universal Music Group, Island Def Jam and joined by Record/Publishing Executive Antonio "LA" Reid, Jr and a “Who’s Who?” team of industry insider’s and tastemakers to include Angela and Vanessa Simmons prepare to launch a talent competition committed to music and dedicated to the spoken word. As “music’s blueblood” opens doors for new artists that “just need a break” and carry on the torch and true legacy of Def Jam. Def Jam New Voices 2010 seeks out new voices that need a platform and who better than Def Jam to find those voices? Infamous for launching the careers of many of today’s most iconic entertainers in all genres this competition will be fierce…someone will be famous.

Antonio Reid Jr., and brother Aaron Reid are not just following the footsteps but the DNA pattern of their father and Island Def Jam Chairman LA Reid as New Voices 2010 launches May 7, 2010!. Signed on to judge and critique are some of the industries top A&R's, representatives, producers and songwriters; each individually responsible for some of today's biggest records and brightest stars. Offering new artists a voice and platform New Voices 2010 will spotlight the Nations best artists & performers with one winner in the following three genres: Hip-Hop, Spoken Word, and Pop. Making sure the music never stops reflecting the voices of our culture Universal Music Group and Island Def Jam Power a three city tour with one goal in mind… Find the Best New Recording Artists in the United States.

For more information please visit www.defjam.com or www.defjamnewvoices2010.com

NEW VOICES 2010 TALENT COMPETITION

NEW VOICES 2010 WINNERS Guaranteed:

• Professional write-up in a Major Music Website/Publication
• Makeover by a Celebrity Stylist
• Artist Development deal with The A&R Factory
• Compete on BET’s "106 & Park" Wild Out Wednesday
• Studio Recording Budget.
• Private showcase for participating Record Labels
• Perform in the Hamptons at Reid and Simmons Day YECC Event!
• DEMO DEAL!

DC auditions will take place May 29 and 30th. The event will take place June 19th 2010.