Memphis Hip Hop Weekend will take place September 1-5, 2011 with the Expo taking place at the Memphis Cook Convention Center in Downtown Memphis on September 3-4, 2011.

Memphis, TN -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/18/2011 -- As of Thursday, April 7, 2011, registrations are now open for the 2011 Memphis Hip-Hop Weekend & Expo which was announced on MemphisHipHopWeekend.com, the interactive website and profile powered by MemphisRap.com. Memphis Hip Hop Weekend will take place September 1-5, 2011 with the Expo taking place at the Memphis Cook Convention Center in Downtown Memphis on September 3-4, 2011.

As with the first annual Memphis Hip Hop Weekend & Expo, the second annual Memphis Hip Hop Weekend & Expo will consist of a number of scheduled activities which include the 2-day Trade Show Expo, conference panels and workshops, celebrity basketball game, "Industry Meet N Greet Networking Mixer" and more that will take place over the course of five days.

This year, the conference end of the weekend long festivities promises sessions on working with the media, monetization on the Internet, increasing fanbase, a modeling forum discussion and other topics of interest to musicians and entertainers and those interested in the entertainment business.

"We're excited about our annual event again this year," stated Hosea Mays, Director and Founder of MemphisRap.com. "We have a number of preparations underway as we move into the 2nd annual Memphis Hip Hop Weekend & Expo. This year we are looking to add a number of surprises and we're currently looking at a number of opportunities and what would be greatly beneficial not only for the artists and musicians, but for rising and upcoming models, photographers and more."

Amongst the expo vendors, the event will also feature live music performances, a fashion show, poets, visual artists, dancers and more.

Attendees will have the opportunity to take on early bird discounts which are available online at www.MemphisHipHopWeekend.com.

Event tickets are also on sale now at http://hiphopexpo.eventbrite.com and are set to go on sale at Ticketmaster at a later date.

Companies and individuals that are interested in participating in the event either through exhibiting in booth space, sponsorship, guest speaking, performing, media/press coverage or volunteering, can visit: http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com for more information or contact expo[at]memphishiphopweekend.com or dial 901-881-0795 to speak with a representative.

Expo exhibitors, conference panels and discussions, live performers, guest speakers, special guest appearances, and more exciting details of the Memphis Hip-Hop Weekend & Expo are expected to be announced in the days and weeks to come.

More About the 2011 Memphis Hip-Hop Weekend & Expo
Date: September 1-5, 2011
The Memphis Hip-Hop Expo is about bringing the community together through showcasing, educating and presenting the artists, entertainers, businesses and people who involve themselves in the Community.

Over the course of five days, the Memphis Hip-Hop Weekend/Memphis Hip-Hop Expo will bring on a number of activities ranging from a 2 day expo with a variety of entertainment, live music performances, a music & art showcase, conferences, fashion showcase, tattoo ink show, South In Yo Mouth Food Taster, local celebrity sports competitions and more.

The long term goal is to provide a source of networking and information, opportunities, to build social harmony and promote growth.

More About MemphisRap.com
Launched in 2001, MemphisRap.com has become a stepping stone and building block for Mid-South music artists, producers, models and entertainers abroad looking to connect with their fans and to build a network with other like-minded individuals. Starting as an online record store on to an online magazine and news publication, MemphisRap.com is now a social networking platform which is not just a network, but "A way of life!"

For more contact information visit:
http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com/contacts

Contacts:
Director/Coordinator/Sales & Sponsorships:
Hosea Mays • hosea @ memphishiphopweekend.com

Event Lead/Promotions:
DeAnna Brown • deanna @ memphishiphopweekend.com

Advertising/Sales & Sponsorships
Jacque Jones • jjones @ memphishiphopweekend.com

Online Media/Press Inquiries:
Charla Littlejohn • media @ memphishiphopweekend.com

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

The 2010 inaugural event and weekend long Memphis Hip Hop exposition and trade show of Music, Entertainment, education and networking scheduled for Memphis, TN September 2-5 known as the Memphis Hip Hop Weekend & Expo, tickets went on sale Monday.

Memphis, TN -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/10/2010 -- The weekend long Memphis Hip Hop exposition and trade show of Music, Entertainment, education and networking scheduled for Memphis, TN September 2-5 known as the Memphis Hip Hop Weekend & Expo, tickets went on sale Monday (August 9). Tickets can be purchased at http://hiphopexpo.eventbrite.com.

The 2010 inaugural event will include activities and events such an Industry Meet N Greet Networking Mixer, conferences, workshops and development sessions as well as the Memphis Hip Hop Expo trade show. The Memphis Hip Hop Expo will feature exhibitors and vendors, live performances, a live Pro BMX bike show featuring Ricky Moseley and The Misled BMX team, a "Hip Hop Art, Ink & Fashion Show," celebrity appearances including by the Memphis Grizzlies and more.

Tickets for both the Memphis Hip Hop Weekend and Memphis Hip Hop Expo are available for purchase online at Eventbrite.com (http://hiphopexpo.eventbrite.com) and Memphis Hip Hop Weekend official site (http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com).

Advance ticket prices start at $10 each for the Memphis Hip Hop Expo for those ages 13+. Those ages 6-12, tickets will be available for $5 and those ages 5 and under will be able to attend free. Attendees can also access all the Memphis Hip Hop Weekend & Expo events by purchasing the Hip Hop Weekend All Access Pass at http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com/tickets or at http://hiphopexpo.eventbrite.com.

The "Hip Hop Weekend All Access Pass" is a package of all events in one pass. Purchase of the "Hip Hop Weekend All Access Pass" gives the attendee access to all "Official" Memphis Hip Hop Weekend events including both days of the Memphis Hip Hop Expo, pass into the Memphis Hip Hop Weekend Industry Conference, Industry Meet-N-Greet Networking Mixer, Memphis Hip Hop Weekend Celebrity Ball Games, After-Party and more.

There is also a limited number of VIP Admission passes available for the Memphis Hip Hop Expo which come with stage-side seating during the live performances and fashion show as well as early entrance.

In addition, tickets for the Industry Meet N Greet Networking Mixer are also available online now at http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com/tickets or at http://hiphopexpo.eventbrite.com, as well.

The Memphis Hip Hop Weekend Celebrity Baseball and Basketball games and After-Party can be purchased online currently via the Hip Hop Weekend All Access Pass package at http://hiphopexpo.eventbrite.com and will be available soon for individual purchase as well.

According to the Memphis Hip Hop Weekend website, "the long term goal is to provide a source of networking and information, opportunities, to build social harmony and promote growth."

There are a number of panels and special performances lined up for the event, which surely seem to support that mission.

Conference panelists who will be participating in the event include Grammy nominated music producer Drumma Boy (Young Jeezy, Plies, Ludacris, Gucci Mane), music producer Leo Goff III (Yo Gotti), Dr. Kenneth Whalum, Jr (Pastor and author of "Hip Hop Is Not Our Enemy"), Professor and music producer Kurt Clayton (Three 6 Mafia, Angela Winbush, Ann Nesby), Cameron Mann (Memphis Music Foundation), DJ Homer D (Hittmenn DJ's), Entertainment Attorney Laquita Stokes (Corbin Johnson, PLLC), Michael McLaughlin (Universal Music, Block Starz Music LLC), Professor and Entertainment Attorney Tonya Butler (Wyatt, Tarrant and Combs), DJ Nina Stakz (Hot 107.1), DJ Zirk (2 Thick Records), Janiro Hawkins III (Southern Entertainment Awards), Mo Better (Hot 107.1 FM Program Director), Cathy Ross (SXSW), Entertainment Attorney Jeff Padgett (The Padgett Law Firm), DJ 007 (K97 FM), Nick 'Scarfo' Jackson (Prophet Entertainment), Peppa 'Mouth of Tha South' Williams (CEO of Mouth of tha South Management, former VP of Def Jam South, and Yo Gotti's manager), prolific fashion and Industry photographer Patrick Covington (Patrick C Photography), actress and fashion model Jacqui Green, DJ Jus Borne (Hot 107.1 FM), Phillip Beasley (President of the Memphis Songwriters Association), Tommy Volinchak (producer and former BMI Music Licensing Executive), John 'J-Dogg' Shaw (Promotions, Urban A & R/Select-O-Hits Distribution), public relations (PR) consultant Aerial M. Ellis (Urbane Imagery), Mr Del (rapper and CEO of Holy South formerly of Three 6 Mafia), Tina Tilton (Radio Personality/Television producer), amongst others.

Special performances include Hypnotized Minds' Lil Wyte, Queens of Memphis La Chat (Dime-A-Dozen Entertainment) and Gangsta Boo (Drum Squad), recording artist/producer/songwriter Kia Shine, southern rap/crunk/soul band Hillkrunk (Diamond D), R&B sensation Tre' V, Pro BMX bike rider Ricky Moseley and the Misled BMX Showteam, legendary artist DJ Zirk ft. 2 Thick, MemphisRap.com Showcase winner Teflon Don (Soul Star Entertainment), Kristyle (Drum Squad), Partee (Gain Green Entertainment), Allie Baby (Drum Squad), Yung Kee, Miscellaneous, Miss B Hollywood, Koopsta Knicca, Hip Hop Violinist Lila, spiritual rapper/producer Mr Del (formerly of Three 6 Mafia), 6 year-old rising rap artist P-Nutt, 9 year old Lil Chris (recently seen on ABC television's Wife Swap "Parker/Robinson" episode), up and coming rapper Young Phenomenon, 8 year-old hip hop dancer D3, amongst others.

For additional ticketing information and price packages visit http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com/tickets or http://hiphopexpo.eventbrite.com.

Advance ticket purchasing will be available until September 2.

For more information visit http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com or call 901-881-0795.

Contacts:
Director/Coordinator/Sales & Sponsorships:
Hosea Mays | hosea[at]memphishiphopweekend.com

Event Lead/Promotions:
Deanna Brown | deanna[at]memphishiphopweekend.com

Online Media:
Charla Littlejohn | media[at]memphishiphopweekend.com

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

The first list of featured performers and guest panelists announced for the Memphis Hip Hop Weekend & Expo 2010 scheduled to take place September 2-5, 2010 in Memphis, TN.

Memphis, TN -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/30/2010 -- Memphis Hip Hop Weekend & Expo 2010, produced by MemphisRap.com, has announced the first list of featured performers and guest panelists. The highly anticipated event which takes place in Memphis, TN from September 2-5, listed the performers and guest panelists through the official event website at http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com.

Confirmed guest performers currently include Hypnotized Minds' Lil Wyte, Queens of Memphis La Chat (Dime-A-Dozen Entertainment) and Gangsta Boo (Drum Squad), recording artist/producer/songwriter Kia Shine, southern rap/crunk/soul band Hillkrunk (Diamond D), R&B sensation Tre' V, Pro BMX bike rider Ricky Moseley and the Misled BMX Showteam, legendary artist DJ Zirk ft. 2 Thick, MemphisRap.com Showcase winner Teflon Don (Soul Star Ent/SODMG/Palm Tree Ent), Kristyle (Drum Squad), Partee (Gain Green Entertainment), Allie Baby (Drum Squad), Yung Kee, Miscellaneous, Miss B Hollywood, Koopsta Knicca, Hip Hop Violinist Lila, spiritual rapper/producer Mr Del (formerly of Three 6 Mafia), 6 year-old rising rap artist P-Nutt, Lil Chris, up and coming rapper Young Phenomenon with more acts to be announced soon at http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com/performances.

Panelists who have been confirmed for the conference portion of the Memphis Hip Hop Weekend to address and speak on the Music & Entertainment business include music producer Drumma Boy (Young Jeezy, Plies, Ludacris, Gucci Mane), music producer Leo Goff III (Yo Gotti), Dr. Kenneth Whalum, Jr (Pastor and author of "Hip Hop Is Not Our Enemy"), Professor and music producer Kurt Clayton (Three 6 Mafia, Angela Winbush, Ann Nesby), Cameron Mann (Memphis Music Foundation), DJ Homer D (Hittmenn DJ's), Entertainment Attorney Laquita Stokes (Corbin Johnson, PLLC), Michael McLaughlin (Universal Music, Block Starz Music LLC), Professor and Entertainment Attorney Tonya Butler (Wyatt, Tarrant and Combs), DJ Nina Stakz (Hot 107.1), DJ Zirk (2 Thick Records), Janiro Hawkins III (Southern Entertainment Awards), Mo Better (Hot 107.1 FM Program Director), Cathy Ross (SXSW), Entertainment Attorney Jeff Padgett (The Padgett Law Firm), DJ 007 (K97 FM), Nick 'Scarfo' Jackson (Prophet Entertainment), Peppa 'Mouth of Tha South' Williams (CEO of Mouth of tha South Management, former VP of Def Jam South, and Yo Gotti's manager), DJ Jus Borne (Hot 107.1 FM), Phillip Beasley (President of the Memphis Songwriters Association), Tommy Volinchak (producer and former BMI Music Licensing Executive), John 'J-Dogg' Shaw (Promotions, Urban A & R/Select-O-Hits Distribution), public relations (PR) consultant Aerial M. Ellis (Urbane Imagery), Mr Del (rapper and CEO of Holy South formerly of Three 6 Mafia) and Tina Tilton (Radio Personality/Television producer) with more to be announced soon at http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com/conferences.

The guest panelists will be on-hand to speak on Industry related topics and will be answering questions ranging from recording, songwriting, production, mixtapes, management, marketing, media, PR and more. This will be a chance for conference attendees to have the opportunity to meet and learn from music producers, songwriters, managers, promoters, DJs, radio station executives, label executives, publicists and other key professionals. A complete schedule of panel events, along with locations and times, is being added as new information comes in.

The highlight of the Memphis Hip Hop Weekend is the Memphis Hip-Hop Expo which will be held at the Memphis Cook Convention on September 3-4. The Expo will be the mobilization for the entire Memphis Hip Hop Weekend which will include a number of exhibitors and vendors, live performances by some of the hottest favorite and up and coming young music acts, an artist and talent showcase, "Hip-Hop Art, Ink & Fashion Show," "South In Yo Mouth Food Taster," Memphis Urban Dance show and more.

Memphis Hip Hop Expo 2010 is sponsored by media sponsor Memphis Flyer and entertainment provided in part by the Memphis Grizzlies. Contributors and supporters include Memphis Music Foundation, Memphis Songwriters Association, The Recording Academy Memphis Chapter (Grammy), Drum Squad, Soul Star Entertainment, Wyte Music, Gain Green Entertainment, Dime-A-Dozen Entertainment, Holy South and others.

Submissions are now open for performers hoping to perform and showcase at the 2010 Memphis Hip Hop Weekend & Expo. Those interested in showcasing, can apply now at http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com/perform.

Those interested in exhibiting or becoming a vendor can visit http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com/exhibit. Participation as an exhibitor/vendor in the Memphis Hip Hip Expo 2010 is the perfect way to reach thousands and support the community at the same time.

For more information visit http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com or call 901-881-0795.

Contacts:
Director/Coordinator/Sales & Sponsorships:
Hosea Mays | hosea[at]memphishiphopweekend.com
Phone: 901-881-0795

Event Lead/Promotions:
Deanna Brown | deanna[at]memphishiphopweekend.com

Online Media:
Charla Littlejohn | media[at]memphishiphopweekend.com

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

During the Memphis Hip Hop Expo which is scheduled to take place September 3-4 at the Memphis Cook Convention Center in Downtown Memphis, TN, the Southern Entertainment Awards will be releasing the Official 2011 SEA Ballot to media outlets

Memphis, TN -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/19/2010 -- The Southern Entertainment Awards will be releasing the Official 2011 SEA Ballot to media outlets in attendance during the Memphis Hip Hop Expo which is scheduled to take place September 3-4 at the Memphis Cook Convention Center in Downtown Memphis, TN.

The Southern Entertainment Awards, an independent awards show which focuses on those in a number of Industries ranging from music to fashion to nightclubs in the South, will be revealing the nominees which where nominated by fans and the Industry.

Nominations for the SEAs take place from May 1st until August 15th, with voting originally taking place from September 1st to December 15th. Submissions are still being accepted for the 2011 Southern Entertainment Awards at http://www.southernentawards.com/ballot/nominate.html.

In 2010 the Southern Entertainment Awards made a move to Memphis, TN after being held in Tunica, MS for the past four years. According to Janiro Hawkins, in 2009, the staff made the decision to move due to the city's desire to host the event.

"Memphis has always been very supportive of the Southern Entertainment Awards in the past and we felt that it was the right time to move our event to Memphis in hopes to bring more of the music community together for a common cause. That cause is for the advancement, education and celebration of Southern Entertainment," stated Janiro Hawkins, co-founder of the SEAs in a statement.

Nominations for the "2011 Southern Entertainment Awards" are in over 70 categories. Once the nominations for the award categories have been announced, fans will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite nominated artists, businesses, DJs and more.

The Memphis Hip-Hop Weekend, produced by MemphisRap.com, takes place from September 2-5 and will consist of the Memphis Hip Hop Expo, Industry conferences and panels, celebrity ball games such as baseball and basketball featuring the Memphis Grizzlies Dance Team and Dunk Team, an Industry Meet N Greet Networking Mixer, "Hip-Hop Art, Ink & Fashion Show," "South In Yo Mouth Food Taster", Pro BMX bike riders show and more.

Performances for the Memphis Hip Hop Expo currently include Hypnotized Minds' Lil Wyte, La Chat (Dime-A-Dozen Ent), Gangsta Boo (Drum Squad), Pro BMX bike rider Ricky Moseley and the Misled BMX Showteam, DJ Zirk ft. 2 Thick, MemphisRap.com Showcase winner Teflon Don (Soulstar Ent/SODMG/Palm Tree Ent), Kristyle (Drum Squad), Partee (Gain Green Entertainment), Allie Baby (Drum Squad), Yung Kee, Miscellaneous, Miss B Hollywood, Hip Hop Violinist Lila, Mr Del (Holy South/Universal), 6 year-old rising rap artist P-Nutt and Lil Chris, with more acts to be announced soon.

Current panelists confirmed for the Memphis Hip Hop Weekend conferences include Christopher 'Drumma Boy' Gholson (Grammy nominated, award winning producer whose production credits include T.I., Ludacris, Kanye West & others), Dr. Kenneth T. Whalum Jr. (Memphis City Schools Board of Commissioner, Pastor and author of "Hip Hop Is Not Our Enemy"), Kurt Clayton (Board Member of Memphis Grammy Chapter/NARAS and producer with production credits which include Oscar Award winning Three 6 Mafia, Sounds of Blackness singer/songwriter Ann Nesby, etc), DeAnna Brown (MemphisRap.com), DJ Nina Stakz (DJ and radio personality of Hot 107.1), Leo Goff III (music producer for Inevitable/J Records recording artist Yo Gotti), Janiro Hawkins (co-founder of Southern Entertainment Awards), DJ 007 (DJ and radio personality of K97 FM), Peppa Williams (former VP of Def Jam South, manager, CEO of Mouth of tha South Entertainment Group, partner to Resource Entertainment Group), Cathy Ross of SXSW Music & Media Conference, Entertainment Law attorney Laquita Stokes (Corbin Johnson, PLLC.), Hosea 'M Town' Mays (MemphisRap.com), Michael McLaughin (Universal Music Group/Block Starz Music LLC), Phillip Beasley (President of the Memphis Songwriters Association), DJ Jus Borne (Hot 107.1 radio DJ and producer with production credits which include Tela, etc), Tommy Volinchak (producer and former BMI Music Licensing Executive), Tina Tilton (Southern Girl Productions/Executive Producer of Street Scenes TV), Mo Better (Program Director of Hot 107.1 FM), Mr Del (gospel rapper/producer formerly of Three 6 Mafia), amongst others.

Memphis Hip Hop Expo 2010 is sponsored by media sponsor Memphis Flyer and in part by the Memphis Grizzlies. Contributors and supporters include Memphis Music Foundation, Memphis Songwriters Association, The Recording Academy Memphis Chapter (Grammy), Drum Squad, Soul Star Entertainment, Wyte Music, Gain Green Entertainment, Dime-A-Dozen Entertainment, Holy South and others.

For more information on the Southern Entertainment Awards visit http://www.southernentawards.com.

Exhibit space and sponsorships available for the Memphis Hip Hop Expo - to inquire call 901-881-0795 or visit http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com/exhibit and http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com/sponsor.

For more information on the Memphis Hip-Hop Weekend & Expo visit http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com.

Contact: Memphis Hip Hop Weekend & Expo

Contacts:
Director/Event Coordinator/Sales & Sponsorships:
Hosea Mays | hosea@memphishiphopweekend.com
901-881-0795

Event Lead/Promotions:
Deanna Brown | deanna@memphishiphopweekend.com

Online Media:
Charla Littlejohn | media@memphishiphopweekend.com

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Free weekly alternative newspaper, The Memphis Flyer, announced as the print media sponsor of the Memphis Hip Hop Expo 2010 which will be held September 3-4 at the Memphis Cook Convention Center in Memphis, TN.

Memphis, TN -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/19/2010 -- The Memphis Flyer, a free weekly alternative newspaper, was announced as the print media sponsor of the Memphis Hip Hop Expo 2010 which is a part of the Memphis Hip Hop Weekend (Sept 2-5). A premier trade show event focusing on today's generation and next generation of music - hip hop, trends, technology and more, the Memphis Hip Hop Expo will be held September 3-4 at the Memphis Cook Convention Center in Memphis, TN.

The Flyer, which has a readership of over 280,000, is a publication of Contemporary Media, Inc (Memphis Magazine, Memphis Business Quarterly, and Memphis Parent) and is available for FREE via racks throughout the Mid-South which can be found at street corners (outdoor boxes), local eateries, bars, retail stores, coffee shops, bookstores and grocery stores.

"Sitting down with the people of the Memphis Flyer was refreshing. They've long been supporters of the artists and musicians in the Mid-South, so it was natural to reach out to them. Since our first meeting, their offer of support has been outstanding and I commend them greatly. We couldn't be any happier to have such a supportive and great publication as the Memphis Flyer on board for the Memphis Hip Hop Expo," states Hosea Mays, founder of MemphisRap.com and Event Coordinator of the Memphis Hip Hop Expo.

"We're excited and honored to be a part of the first annual Memphis Hip-Hop Expo. We look forward to helping make this event an awesome resource for Memphis musicians and music fans alike," states Molly Willmott, Director of New Media at The Memphis Flyer.

Along with The Memphis Flyer, the Memphis Hip Hop Weekend & Expo is being joined by other supportive organizations such as the Memphis Music Foundation and Memphis Songwriters Association to create conferences and workshops, the Memphis Grizzlies™ who will be providing support and entertainment, amongst others, during the entire span of events scheduled to take place.

The Memphis Hip Hop Weekend will be taking place from September 2-5, 2010, with the Memphis Hip Hop Expo taking place at the Memphis Cook Convention Center from September 3-4, 2010. The event will feature some of Memphis' brightest and uprising hip hop and soulful stars, Pro BMX bike riders, "Hip-Hop Art, Ink & Fashion Show," Urban Dance Show, "South In Yo Mouth Food Taster," celebrity ball games such as baseball and basketball featuring the Memphis Grizzlies™ Dance Team and Dunk Team, conferences, Industry experts and celebrity guest speakers and more throughout the 4 days.

Current Participants of this year's Memphis Hip Hop Expo & Conferences 2010 include: Christopher 'Drumma Boy' Gholson (Grammy nominated, award winning producer whose production credits include T.I., Ludacris, Kanye West & others), Corbin Johnson, PLLC Law Firm, Enked Media - Photography & Graphic Design, Memphis Grizzlies, Cameron Mann of Memphis Music Foundation, Dr. Kenneth T. Whalum Jr. (Memphis City Schools Board of Commissioner/Pastor and author of "Hip Hop Is Not Our Enemy"), Kurt Clayton (Board Member of Memphis Grammy Chapter/NARAS and producer with production credits which include Oscar Award winning Three 6 Mafia, Sounds of Blackness singer/songwriter Ann Nesby, etc), DeAnna Brown (MemphisRap.com), DJ Nina Stakz (DJ and radio personality of Hot 107.1), Leo Goff III (music producer for Memphis rap national recording artist Yo Gotti), Janiro Hawkins (co-founder of Southern Entertainment Awards), DJ 007 (DJ and radio personality of K97FM), Peppa Williams (former VP of Def Jam South, manager, CEO of Mouth of Tha South Entertainment Group, partner to Resource Entertainment Group), Cathy Ross of SXSW Music & Media Conference, Entertainment Law attorney Laquita Stokes (Corbin Johnson, PLLC.), Michael McLaughin (Universal Music Group/Block Starz Music LLC), Phillip Beasley (President of the Memphis Songwriters Association), DJ Jus Borne (Hot 107.1 radio DJ and producer with production credits which include Tela, etc), Tommy Volinchak (producer and former BMI Music Licensing Executive), Tina Tilton (Southern Girl Productions/Executive Producer of Street Scenes TV), Mo Better (Program Director of Hot 107.1 FM), Mr Del (gospel rapper/producer formerly of Three 6 Mafia), amongst others.

For more information on the Memphis Hip Hop Weekend & Expo visit http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com.

For more on the Memphis Flyer visit http://www.memphisflyer.com.

Exhibit space and sponsorships available for the Memphis Hip Hop Expo - to inquire call 901-881-0795 or visit http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com/exhibit and http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com/sponsor.

About Memphis Flyer
The Memphis Flyer is Memphis' alternative newsweekly, serving the metro Memphis area of nearly a million residents. The Flyer was started in 1989 by Contemporary Media, Inc., the locally owned publishers of Memphis magazine.

For nearly 20 years, The Memphis Flyer has hit the streets every Wednesday morning with a blend of serious hard news and Memphis' best entertainment coverage.

From in-depth features on politics, local scandals, and newsmakers to on-point editorials that aren't afraid of the heavy hitters, if it's news, the Memphis Flyer covers it.

Memphis Flyer's entertainment and arts coverage is award-winning, and features the very best of Memphis music, nightlife, film, theater, and more.

About Memphis Hip Hop Weekend & Expo
Memphis Hip-Hop Weekend and Expo is the first and only Memphis expo and weekend of events geared towards hip-hop and rap music. The goal of the event is to promote the nationally recognized hip-hop scene and culture by providing a number of opportunities and activities for those in the Music and Entertainment Industry as well as the community through a positive and family oriented atmosphere for all ages.

For more information on the Memphis Hip Hop Weekend & Expo visit: http://www.memphishiphopweekend.com

Contacts:
Director/Event Coordinator/Sales & Sponsorships:
Hosea Mays • hosea@memphishiphopweekend.com
901-881-0795

Event Lead/Promotions:
Deanna Brown • deanna@memphishiphopweekend.com

Media Contact:
Charla Littlejohn • media@memphishiphopweekend.com

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm