Oakland Int’l Film Festival, Creamwerks & ZSA-ZSA INC present
The East Bay Premiere Screening of
“Public Enemy: Welcome To The Terrordome”
October 16, 2008
Grand Lake Theater
3200 Grand Avenue,
Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 452-3556
Screening time 6 pm
Total running time 112 minutes
Q&A to follow screening with film producers
Ticket price $10
Due to limited capacity, advance ticket purchase highly recommended @
http://oiff.eventbrite.com/
For more information, visit:
http://www.oiff.org
http://www.urbanskynet.tv/
http://www.myspace.com/kevchoice
“Public Enemy: Welcome To The Terrordome” is among the best of its kind — intimate, powerful, politically astute and absorbing. One needn’t be a PE fan or even a rap fan to find something enthralling in this definitive portrait of a group and an era that changed the face of popular music. - John Anderson, Variety
7th Annual OIFF Ends with a Bang with the East Bay Premiere of Public Enemy Documentary and an Official After-Party featuring The Kev Choice Ensemble
For 20 years, Public Enemy has been “Louder than a Bomb.” Emerging in the late ’80s, the group – consisting of Chuck D, Flavor Flav, Terminator X, Professor Griff, the Bomb Squad and the S1Ws – defined hip-hop’s “Afrocentric Age” with a string of politically-charged, sonically-powerful, critically-acclaimed, and commercially-successful classics albums, including Yo! Bum Rush the Show, It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back, and Fear of a Black Planet. After 56 tours spanning 45 countries and over 1,300 shows, PE has earned a place as not just one of the greatest rap groups of all time, but one of the most seminal and influential artists to emerge in any genre.
“Public Enemy: Welcome To The Terrordome,” a documentary directed by Robert Patton-Spruill, examines the group’s social and cultural impact over the past two decades, with rare concert footage, backstage interludes, and interviews with notable artists (and longtime PE fans) including the Beastie Boys, Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machine/Audioslave), Jonathan Davis (Korn), and Talib Kweli.
Following the screening, all OIFF attendees are invited to Oakland’s Uptown Night Club for the Official After-Party. This event marks the Oakland debut of “Emergence,” a live performance series created by pianist-emcee Kev Choice to spotlight up-and-coming local artists as well as debut new works by his ten-piece band, The Kev Choice Ensemble. As a product of what Chuck D once called the “Revolutionary Generation,” Choice exemplifies the legacy of Public Enemy’s focus on musical creativity, conscious lyrical statements, and commitment to excellence in live performance. In fact, it could be said that Choice – who brings the noise with his unique blend of hip-hop, jazz, soul, funk, and classical elements — represents the “Kevolutionary Generation.”
About The Oakland International Film Festival
The Oakland International Film Festival is an annual film festival presented by the Oakland Film Society. The Oakland Film Society has a mission of promoting independent films through film screenings and networking events. Join us for 7 nights of independent films from around the world, including films from Oakland and local filmmakers. The 7th Annual Oakland International Film Festival will take place October 9th -16th, 2008 at the Historic Grand Lake Theater.
Sponsored by
KPFA’s Hard Knock Radio, OIFF, Creamwerks, Fusicology, OAKBOOK, Davey D’s Breakdown FM, ZSA-ZSA INC & SF Weekly
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Sarah Harris
Hip Hop Congress Board of Directors
Hip Hop Education and Youth Development Resources
Oakland, CA
Event Details
Time: October 18, 2008 at 10am
Location: Laney Community College
Street: 900 Fallon St
City/Town: Oakland CA
Website or Map: http://maps.google.com/maps…
Organized By: The Bay Area Local Organizing Committee
Dear Community Member,
We are inviting you and your organization or project to participate in the 2nd State of Emergency Hip Hop Summit in Oakland , CA on Saturday October 18, 2008 . This event is being sponsored by the Bay Area Local Organizing Committee (BayLOC) of the National Hip-Hop Political Convention.
BayLOC is a multi-racial collective of artists, community activists, entrepreneurs, and journalists representing communities all over the Bay Area and over 25 cultural, environmental, youth, and educational groups such as Leadership Excellence, Hard Knock Radio, OneFam Ent., and People’s Choice Printing to name a few.
In 2004, BayLOC held the first Bay Area Hip Hop Summit titled State of Emergency . The event was a culmination of over a year’s worth of regional organizing, which included several educational campaigns along with the registering of over 5,000 first time voters. The actual summit attracted over 1,000 participants, who attended presentations and cultural programs; many registered to vote for the first time at the summit, while others were encouraged to empower themselves through registering and showing up to the polling booths on Election Day. Participants included Congresswoman Barbara Lee, Alameda County Supervisor Keith Carson, rappers E40, dead prez, and Zion I, as well as a host of other performers, activists, and community leaders.
This year, we are hoping you will join us as we do it all again with an added focus on the need to “Increase the Peace” in our respective communities.
2008 is proving to be a historic year in politics not only for the nation, but also for the Bay Area and California . The Bay Area is made up of several counties including Alameda , San Francisco , San Mateo , Marin, and Contra Costa. Although these areas have seen a significant increase in first time registered voters, the following issues still need to be addressed:
v Why has the Bay Area seen a significant decrease in the number of African American residence?
v Why Youth from low-income communities and communities of color are still being left out of key debates that will affect them directly?
v How come Voter registration numbers remain un-proportionately low among certain Black and Latino communities?
v How will measures on the November ballot impact communities of color and youth?
v How do we address the senseless violence, regionally and nationally, continue to pose a major threat to youth of color and the Hip Hop generation?
Attached you will find a registration form for the conference. While we will allowing people to register on site, we are hoping to have organizations that work with young people pre-register.
We are hoping that you join us at State of Emergency II to address these concerns. If you would like to be a presenter or performer, or if you have questions, please contact Malik Cooper at (510) 495-4559.
In Unity We Struggle,
The Bay Area Local Organizing Committee (BayLOC)
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Sarah Harris
Hip Hop Congress Board of Directors
Hip Hop Education and Youth Development Resources
Oakland, CA
www.hiphopcongress.org
Wake Yo Game Up-Rappers are Coming Politically Correct
By Davey D
So with less then 30 days left before what many are describing as the election of a life-time a lot is riding on the high expectations for the so called Hip Hop generation. Make no mistake, in spite of his charisma, brilliance and overall tenacity, had it not been for the millions of young people who showed up at caucuses, volunteered their time and sent 10-15 dollars each month of their money Barack Obama would be at home right about now watching the 2008 presidential elections from the sidelines. So with that being said will all the folks who came out in record numbers during the primaries come out on November 4th.
From the looks of things-’yes’. Unlike in years past, this time Hip Hop artists and their fans are playing more direct and active roles in the campaign. In 2004 and 2000 you had a big media mogul like Russell Simmons or P-Diddy speaking on behalf of the Hip Hop community and Hip Hop artists. If you wanted something you talked to Russell and then he would get the artists to come through. In 2008 it’s a different ballgame. Many artists have matured, taken the initiative and require no middleman in speaking up. Take someone like Will I Am from the Black Eyed Peas. He took the initiative to gather up his peers in the entertainment industry and put together that compelling song and video ‘Yes We Can’. He said he was moved to action after hearing Obama speak after his loss in the New Hampshire primary back in January. Fast forward a few months to August and Will found himself performing that song along with singer John Legend at Obama’s acceptance speech in Denver at Invesco Field.
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Spoken Word & Open Mic Jam (Stockton,CA)
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Hosted by: Empowering Young Voices & With Our Words
Amaraen Cafe - 1720 Pacific Avenue on the Miracle Mile (Stockton,CA)
8PM - 12PM
All ages event
$4 before 10:30 or with 80’s theme clothing; $5 all others
Artists are welcome to submit music, etc., until the day of the event.
Performances are not censored, however, we will NOT allow over the top profanity, violence, etc.
Come through if you can make it, or help us spread the word if you can.
From the great chapter at U-C:
To anyone that does not have the U-C Mix Tape, here is a link to the
album. Download it here and enjoy.
Also, here are the completed tracks that several producers made for
the Beat Off last year. In case you don’t know, each producer provided
a sample or sample set, and then everyone used the samples to create a
beat or song. This just goes to show that even with the same samples,
everyone can make something different.
If you’re a producer and want to join in, download the samples, make
something, and submit it. We’ll add it to the completed tracks.
Download the samples here
big ups to Mike!
The event was originally schedule for Saturday, October 11, 2008 in San Francisco,CA with special UFC Fighters and Wu-Tang Clan guests. The event is not cancelled, it is postponed in order to allow the team to announce bigger prizes and events. THE EVENT WILL BE HELD IN FEBRUARY 2009!!! Mark your calendars now and stay tuned for more information regarding the HHCF 2nd Annual Chess Kings Invitational. For more information about Hip Hop Chess Federation go to the website: www.hiphopchessfederation.org
Who: The Foundation UAC (Urban Arts Collective)
What: “Capital Crown” 3on3 Break Dance Competition, 1on1 Popping Battle, 1on1
Turf Battle. With special performances by State Cap, Vendor Garden, Live Art
Where: Natomas High School (Gymnasium)
When: November 22, 2008 3pm – 7pm
Why: Fundraiser for The Foundation UAC
History: Beginning this school year 2008/2009 the Sacramento Chapter of Hip Hop
Congress has teamed up with several local artists to bring you “The
Foundation Urban Arts Collective” afterschool program. This program was
designed to provide students with an alternative to the streets. Through various
activities and workshops The Foundation UAC gives students a safe and
healthy environment to focus on their academics while inspiring youth to
become active and productive members of their communities while promoting
cultural creativity.
The Hip Hop Congress is a 501 (c) 3 Non Profit Corporation. The Hip Hop
Congress provides the Hip Hop Generation and the Post Hip Hop Generation
with the tools, resources and opportunities to make social, economic and
political change on a local, regional and national level. Hip Hop Congress is the
product of a merger of artists and students, music and community.
We are looking for support from our local community to make this event successful. We have booth space available for those looking to come out and be a part of this. We are also taking donations as well. All proceeds go directly to The Foundation UAC.
If you are interested in participating or sponsoring this event, please contact Greg Pruitt at 916.607.2084 for more details.
TOWN BUSINESS NETWORK PRESENTS “WAKE YO GAME UP!” THE ALBUM
The “Wake Yo Game Up!” Album aims to engage the urban & Hip-Hop communities in a series of events and activities that encourage voter participation & political activism, leading up to the October 20th voter registration deadline.
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Hip-Hop is ready to push the envelope again. Town Business Network (TBN) has assembled a group of the San Francisco Bay Area’s hottest acts to change the face of American politics. “Wake Yo’ Game Up! Is a hip-hop album that promotes social change and empowerment through community awareness and the act of voting. Artists are free to explore the theme of Voting & Social Change with two limitations: songs are non-partisan and do not contain curse words. Wake Yo’ Game Up! is part of TBN’s broader Culture of Voting Project, which aims – among other things – to register 125,000 voters by October 20, 2008. Based on the paramount importance of this goal, all artists have agreed to donate their time and creative talents to this project.
TBN has released the first song and video off the album entitled, ” Vote (Ready or not)” by Yung Moses. The music video will be used as a promotional tool for the Culture of Voting Project and the “Wake Yo’ Game Up!” Album. The album will be distributed to a variety of venues in the Bay Area, such as high schools, colleges, shopping centers, barbershops, and community events. Through a generous in-kind donation, 1,000 thousand free copies of the album will be provided by TBN for distribution. These copies will be distributed at no charge to prospective voters throughout the country.
Album Can Be Downloaded at :
WAKE YO GAME UP! The Album
http://www.divshare.com/download/5551815-6c4
Also be sure and visit www.wakeyogameup.org
Here is the line up to Wake Yo’ Game Up! The Album:
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