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Hip-Hop Artist Bossman’s Hit Single “Hand Clap” Featured on NBA Live 2007 Soundtrack
Baltimore, MD – After signing a rumored $1.5 million dollar contract with Virgin records and Jermaine Dupri in 2005 but no mainstream radio play to date, it is an awesome testament to talent that the independently released “Hand Clap” will be Bossman’s first official claim to fame. After selling 10,000 CDs in stores in only three weeks, major labels started calling. But it was Jermaine Dupri and his new Virgin Records powerhouse that beat the competition and signed Bossman only 30 minutes after their introduction. Bossman’s independent release favored so well in soundscan reports Virgin Records could not pass on the opportunity to add Bossman to a musical melting pot that includes Janet Jackson, Brooke Valentine, and Beenie Man just to name a few.
Released on September 26, 2006 NBA Live 2007 has received rave reviews. The comments regarding “Hand Clap” have been overwhelming and messages on the popular networking site www.myspace.com are reflective of a mass of fans waiting to hear more from Virgin Records next recording sensation and they will. Bossman’s freshman album is slated for release early 2007 but while waiting, here are some things being said about Bossman:
“…From the second you hear Bossman, you know he understands the importance of lyricism and also how to relate to the masses.” www.hiphopworld.net
“This is the best song I heard in a long time, man. I was born in b-more so I wish the best for this cat in the rap game.” www.allhiphop.com
For more information on Bossman or to schedule interviews, please contact Adrienne Alexander
443-621-9506 or Adrienne@impromotingyou.com
About NBA Live 2007
Legendary broadcaster Marv Albert and former Chicago Bulls star Steve Kerr call all the action from the best seats in the house as you take your game to the highest level in NBA LIVE 07. With all-new EA SPORTS™ Total Freestyle Control and revolutionary game play -- complete with ultra-realistic moves and player emotions --the highly acclaimed basketball video game from the EA SPORTS brand plays as good as it looks. Featuring all-new levels of ability for your EA SPORTS Freestyle Superstars, the power to switch their skills on-the-fly, and advancements to fan-favorite features like All-Star Weekend and Dynasty Mode™, the hardwood is yours for the taking in NBA LIVE 07.
About Virgin Records
Virgin Records began in the early 1970's as a small, independent label based in London. Today, Virgin Records is part of EMI, the third largest music company in the world. A wide array of artists call Virgin their recording home, including: A Perfect Circle, Richard Ashcroft, Beenie Man, Ben Harper, Boz Scaggs, Blue Man Group, Blur, Chemical Brothers, David Bryne, D'Angelo, Daft Punk, Fatboy Slim, Perry Farrell, Gang Starr, Gorillaz, Janet Jackson, Lenny Kravitz, Massive Attack, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Rolling Stones, Tina Turner and Yanni. The growth of Virgin Records in the United States reflects the maverick philosophy which has characterized the entire Virgin organization since its humble beginning over a quarter century ago: a devotion to seeking and embracing artists who possess the talent, vision, and passion to create something new and with impact.
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