Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Def Jam, Sha Money XL, AllHipHop Launch Monthly Showcase of New Hip-Hop


By Mike Winslow

Def Jam Recordings, Sha Money XL's One Stop Shop management company and AllHipHop.com have teamed up to create a new monthly series featuring the newest Hip-Hop talent, while showcasing new talent and artists currently on the Def Jam roster.

The monthly "Cipher Session" kicks off tomorrow (October 26th) in New York City, at famed venue S.O.B.'s in Manhattan.

The event, which will be hosted by Hot 97's DJ Enuff, will also feature performances by Big Sean, CurT@!n$, STS, The Kid Daytona, Emilio Rojas and Maffew Ragazino.

Sha Money XL's One Stop Shop will preside over a beat battle during the evening, while Bonsu Thompson, The Source's Editor-in-Chief, will host an emcee cipher that will feature a handful of rising rappers on the scene.

Additionally, a surprise guest artist on the Def Jam roster is also expected to take to the stage during the evening.

The Cipher Session starts at 7:30PM, while performances begin at 9:00PM. Admission is $10 at the door.

allhiphop.com

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