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Dallas, TX - (10-23-03). Successful, empowering, motivated, self-educated, self-made, millionaire; these are the words that come to mind when describing, Charles "Choppa" Key, CEO and President of Deep South Tycoons Entertainment.
The name of the record label, Deep South Tycoons Entertainment gives insight into how Charles Key became a self-made millionaire and business entrepreneur. "Deep South represents Texas and my Louisiana roots; Tycoons came from my love the board game Monopoly. The tycoon playing piece represents wealth, he stands out as a business magnet; he's known as a tycoon," says Key.
Key has obtained two degrees, but doesn't feel that college made him who he is today. You have to have a true willingness to learn. I have that. It doesn't matter what your degrees are in, what matters is real life and how you're going to make it happen for you.
Born and raised in Louisiana, Keys didn't come from money. He went from living in public housing to owning public housing; He went from riding on public transportation to owning three luxury vehicles. After five and a half (5) years in the military, Keys wanted to make money. "I'm an avid reader, as long as it's something that's teaching me or making me a better person. Every book I was reading at the time told me real estate was the way to making money, so that's what I did. I became very successful in real estate and began traveling to a different city everyday giving seminars and I was making $10,000 per seminar."
Due to his hard work, the modest Keys, made his first million at the age of 23, but soon got bored with real estate. "I was burned out. I wanted to do something that was fun and for me and that was entertainment, specifically music. Being the entrepreneur he is, Keys started a record label. It was never meant to be serious. I advertised for rappers in a calendar I was putting out and from there, Deep South Tycoons Entertainment was born, in June of 2000. My first artists were E-Mack (he was the producer), Lil Sun (he topped billboard charts), Mexican Mike and Dice. We were poised to take the music industry by a storm."
The first year didn't turn out as successful as Keys had hoped. The first year was hard and we wasted a lot of money, due to not knowing enough about the music industry. But that's where Keys ingenuity and business acumen took over. "I took some time and really learned the business. I don't believe in making the same mistakes over. From that point, Deep South Tycoons Entertainment became a legitimate business designed to make an impact and make money."
Key's inspiration came from his mother. "My mother went from making $18,000 a year to a comfortable six figure income per year at her job. She self-educated herself and did what she needed to do so that the company she worked for could not deny her what she had earned. She didn t even own her first car until she was 34 years old. As for the future of Deep South Tycoons Entertainment, if we remain independent, I want to establish three (3) or four (4) artists with a fan base that will move between 35,000 to 75,000 units. Those figures should put us at five (5) million a year."
As a single father with honor roll twin children, Keys continues to work in real estate, but only selling homes between $500,000 and $2 million and through mostly real estate investments. "I see myself growing spiritually, mentally and gaining more knowledge through self education. I want to continue to enhance myself, for me as well as my children and all future endeavors."
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Dallas, TX - (10/7/03). Female African-American author Jacqueline Hayes makes an explosive entrance into the literary community with the release of her book Unfoldings: A Woman's Journey. An Inspiring, Encouraging and Motivating self-help book that beautifully captures a woman's journey in discovering her True Self. The book speaks of the Strength, Courage, Wisdom and Beauty that embodies every woman. Unfoldings celebrates a woman's journey in discovering her essence, her uniqueness and her passion. It speaks of a woman who's no longer explaining but living her life from the inside out. Feel her freedom, celebrate her strength, applaud her tenacity and make room for her presence. She's tough; she's strong; she's courageous and she's determined to dance to the rhythm of her own music. She's a reflection of every woman. This potent compilation of thought-provoking questions, intriguing perspectives and beautiful poetic verses will leave you feeling empowered, inspired and encouraged to embark upon your personal self-discovery journey. The book addresses personal growth, spiritual awareness and self-discovery. A must read for women who are searching outside for treasures that are within. "Many people will have many opinions about how you should live your life. It is up to you to decide the life you desire to live." Author, Jacqueline Hayes currently resides in Dallas, Texas. She is a graduate of Southern University A&M College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she earned her Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communications. Since 1997, Jacqueline has been providing helpful services in the field of Human Resources supporting individuals of varying skill levels with career planning and career development. She also facilitates Dynamic Self-Empowerment workshops that are Challenging, Exciting, Energetic and Engaging. Such workshops as: Living Your Dreams, Standing Tall and New Attitude/New Beginnings. Jacqueline has an inextinguishable passion for people and words. She says, "Everyone has a story and every person is unique." Her passion for words vividly shines through in her new book Unfoldings: A Woman's Journey. Jacqueline believes that the person you are is the person you were created to be and that each person has a uniqueness and style that can only be expressed by that individual. The book is meant to serve a tool to challenge the reader to start asking the Right questions about Life, Love and Living. Unfoldings: A Woman's Journey is currently available on Amazon.com. Books can also be purchased online at www.jacquelinemhayes.com. Jacqueline is currently working on her second book and she is looking forward to its release in the near future. Her hobbies include: reading, living, learning, meeting people and actively participating in strengthening her community. She enjoys volunteering her time working with the DISCOVER children's ministry in her community. She believes that children are our future decision makers and that it is important to teach them values and principles that will help them to make wise choices and informed decisions. To schedule book signings, appearances, self-empowerment workshops, radio, television, or print interviews contact Jacqueline Hayes at 972-664-0088, email- info@jacquelinemhayes.com or visit www.jacquelinemhayes.com (distributed through BlackPR.com/BlackNews.com) |
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Austin, TX - (9/23/03). On October 17, 2003, The University of Texas at Austin, Center for Black Business History, Entrepreneurship, and Technology (CBBH), holds its first annual conference. The 2003 topic is "The Federal Government and Black Business".
Bringing together a distinguished group of scholars and ranking administrators from both minority business agencies in the Federal Government and organizations in the private sectors to assess the impact of Federal Government legislation, executive policies and judicial decisions on Black Business in America since the landmark 1954 Brown Decision---The CBBH was founded in 2002 by noted historian Dr. Juliet E. K. Walker, a leading scholar in African American Business History and the Center's director. The Conference will be held at the LBJ Presidential Library and Museum in Austin, Texas and is free and open to the public, but space is limited.
For information and registration, visit http://www.utexas.edu/research/centerblackbusiness and click on "Conferences".
Please fax your registration by October 10 to Professor Juliet E. K. Walker, Department of History, at 512-475-7222, or for information, contact Dr. Walker at jekwalker@mail.utexas.edu
Following the conference, at an invited dinner with Attorney Anthony Robinson, President of the Minority Business Enterprise Legal Defense and Education Fund, Inc. (MBELDEF), the CBBH is launching its TEXAS BLACK BUSINESS HALL OF FAME. The first four inductees are: SHERRA AGUIRRE, Founder/President, Houston-based Aztec Facility ties Services, one of nation's largest Black American female business owners, with 1000 employees in four states with contracts from corporate, industrial and government clients in four states; COMER COTTREL, Entrepreneur, Leader in Black Hair Care Products Industry, Founder of Dallas-based Pro-Line (sold to Albero-Culver for $75 million), 1989-98, part owner (1989-98) of Texas Rangers, heads Cottrell Investment Group and Chair, African Heritage Network; Houston-based GEORGE FOREMAN, America's Salesman - the heavyweight of high tech grilling, Entrepreneur Rancher, Author, George Foreman's Guide to Life: How to Get Up Off the Canvas When Life Knocks You Down ; and, KASE LAWAL, Founder/CEO, Houston-based CAMAC, Holdings, Inc., America's largest Black Business (oil and gas), the only one with receipts in excess of $1 billion, with offices in Washington, DC, Grand Cayman, Johannesburg, Lagos and London.
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KAM RI Media Group Dallas, TX - (9/19/03). Tha Dirty South has done it again! The 5th CD from Black Mophia Clan is Flossed Out & definitely "UnXpected". Black Mophia Clan's 1st CD, "BMC 4 Life" had hustlas and honeys bobbin' their heads, but this CD is destined to have listeners vibin', radio stations heatin' up the airwaves and the charts blowin' up. "This CD is very versatile, it has something for everyone. It covers all bases. If you're laidback, if you like club music, if you're a hustla on the grind, no matter what you're feelin', "UnXpected" has your flava," says group lyricist Mon. Black Mophia Clan came together in 1992, in Monroe, Louisiana. Group members, Lunatic, Bigg Red, Mon and Cook knew of each other's talents from around the way and joined forces to make their dream of music a reality. Each of the members of this hot hip hop group lends a unique style to their music; the real eclectic style of Cook, the wild side of Mon, the smooth style and crowd appeal of Lunatic and of course the lyrical, passionate free-flowing style of the only female member and music mastermind Bigg Red. The crunk stylings of this regional sensation already has their fans throwing them bows with the release of their single Flossed Out, featuring Papa Reu. |
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Black Mophia Clan has opened for artists, such as, Mystikal, Skull Duggery (No Limit), Jagged Edge, Twista, 69 Boyz, JT Money and the Youngbloodz, just to name a few. They will continue to move the crowd this fall with a Back to School Party at Big Town Exhibit Hall in Dallas and then again in Corsicana Auditorium ; their Album Release Party in Monroe, Louisiana is Set for Late January 2004 and will join the Ying Yang Twins, Youngbloodz and BoLegs at the Big Town Exhibit Hall on October 4, in Dallas. If that isn't enough, they will also add their musical talents to the Grooveline Magazine Black Historical University Tour, October 15-25. Even though BMC enjoyed much success and media play with their first four CDs, they did not have the resources to continue to take their music to the next level. A couple of the group members eventually moved to Dallas from Monroe, LA for better opportunities and to secure a recording contract. After some disappointments and triumphs, Black Mophia Clan signed a record deal with Deep South Tycoons Records and this allowed the other members to move to Dallas as well as take them (the group) to the next level, while realizing their dream of making music. Deep South Tycoons Records is a record label breaking new artists in the south. Besides Black Mophia Clan, the label also represents Lil' Sun and United Soldiers. Ran by Dallas business Tycoon, Charles Key, the label has been very progressive. "We handle all our own concerts, which gives us the ability to control all our own marketing and promotions. We also work with larger acts, like Swisher House, Eight Ball and MJG, and UGK which ensure our artists the exposure they need to create awareness and ultimately sell records," says Key. "We have done a lot in a short time." Continue to listen for Deep South Tycoons Records and Black Mophia Clan because they are definitely "UnXpected", and will be bringing da noize! Look out for Black Mophia Clan's latest CD, "UnXpected", coming out in Spring 2004 to a location near you! For contact, please call Charles Key (214) 914-0509. |
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Hosted by Valder Beebe and Gloria Thomas-Anderson on FM Radio Airways and the Internet
Valder Beebe and Gloria Thomas-Anderson
Dallas, TX - (9/3/03). Launching September 2003, EnVision, a spiritual talk radio show, will have its beginnings on FM airways and the Internet. EnVision is a weekly, one-hour talk show hosted by authors and syndicated columnists Valder Beebe and Gloria Thomas-Anderson. The show, sponsored by The Power Pages Newspaper, will air on Garland's KXVI, "The Bridge" Radio Network, on 89.9FM, 91.1FM and www.kxvilive.com. It is the first co-hosted talk show originating from Dallas, Texas to be included in KXVI's lineup. EnVision offers intelligent talk, dynamic interviews, spiritual enlightenment on everyday issues, great book recommendations and discussions on challenges that ordinary people face.
The inaugural show airs Sunday, September 7, from 6PM to 7PM and will maintain this time slot throughout the year. EnVision, is a lifelong aspiration of Gloria Thomas-Anderson, designed to evoke discussion on everyday issues that people can identify with and use to make changes in their lives. We strive for each audience to gain something from each show. Listeners simply tune in each week to hear stimulating, intelligent and insightful conversation about real-life challenges people face everyday with a response; always with inspiration and intelligence.
Valder Beebe is the businesswoman; she is the CEO of Photography by James, a commercial photographic company that she owns with her partner. She is the editor of Lifestyles and Books for a Dallas newspaper and also serves as the book editor for an online women's focused web site. As the author and editor of the syndicated book review column ©For Your Reading Pleasure, Beebe enlightens readers each week with her far-reaching and highly acclaimed book reviews. Beebe is the author of The Wedding Planner, Things to Remember When Planning A Wedding, due in bookstores by August 2004.
Gloria Thomas-Anderson, the visionary, is the founding President of HEART TONES TM, an inspirational company that provides encouragement gifts to specialty markets. She is the author of Passion For Your Purpose-Discovering Peace, Direction and Balance in Your Life, and the syndicated columnist of "Inspiring Insights for Your Soul and Spirit." Thomas-Anderson is considered one of the most encouraging motivators of our time, she taps into those "hidden" places helping others rediscover their gifts, reclaim their joy and find meaning in their lives. As the co-host of EnVision, she brings her calm spirit and great spiritual insight to balance the show.
EnVision's unique format with two hosts will bring very different, yet very alike, personalities to the forefront. Beebe says, "We laugh a lot. We both are quick to own up to our mistakes. Our greatest similarity is that we both seek to walk closer with GOD. I see Gloria as very gentle and very spiritual. I see myself as very forward, very outspoken and very spiritual also. So, the mix will be exciting for the audience." She continues, "There's one host who is taking a very analytical view on the show [me], and there's the other host who is taking a very spiritual view on topics [Gloria]. I think people will listen and say, 'I see a little of me in her,' or 'Oh yeah, that's me,' when they hear us together."
"We want to evoke discussion about everyday issues that people can identify with and use to make changes in their lives. We strive for our audience to gain something from each show. Gloria and I are not therapists," says Beebe, "We are women who have lived full and successful lives with family, children, spouses, careers and successful entrepreneurial ventures. We want to share our success for others to embrace and uncover the success, passion and purpose in their own lives."
Thomas-Anderson contributes, "We will do shows on the dynamics of prayer, love vs. lust, family, marriage, relationships, family cycles, blended families and gratitude. EnVision will address everyday topics for everyday people, like ourselves. We want to spark deep thought for our listeners to identify their passion, to know their purpose, and to find some answers. Our motto is: 'Envision the possibilities of what can be.' We hope to touch on this with each show."
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co-published with Mahogany Books; 133 pages; perfect bound; catalogue #03-0416; ISBN 1-4120-0053-x; Retail Price: US$14.99, C$19.00, EUR12.35, 8.56
Author - Ella Shines Goldsmith
McKinney, TX - (9/2/03). "Why Buy The Cow" by Ella Shines Goldsmith is a book for people who are tired of casual sex without commitment. Those who want more out of a relationship than just sex. This book is for those individuals who desire to have their true soul mate. The one that the Lord intended and who are willing to wait, knowing that he/she will be THE right person for them.
About The Book
Why Buy the Cow is a book about practicing celibacy or sexual
abstinence. We have all heard the clich, "Why buy the cow
when you can get the milk for free". This book is an inspirational
and motivational look at celibacy from different perspectives.
It is designed for people contemplating or have decided to practice
sexual abstinence. It is biblically based and shows references
to various verses in the bible. It is divided into 3 parts, Statements,
Questions and Answers.
It is written from the author's personal life experiences. It is both humorous and thought provoking. You will laugh at some points, cry at some, and even disagree at others. It gives examples and points of views from people she has interviewed on the subject.
The book was written as an answer to today's problems associated with teenage pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, HIV and even depression from broken or failed relationships. By practicing celibacy and sexual abstinence, she believes that many problems can be solved among the teens and unmarried population of the world. This book is a definite must read for the Single Christian and secular community.
About The Author
Ella was born in Jackson, Mississippi and now resides in Texas.
She has been employed as a nurse for the past 15 years. She hopes
to one day become a full time writer. She is a divorced mother
of 2 children, and 1 grandchild.
She studied Psychology and Sociology in college at The University of Southern Mississippi and Southern University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana where she received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.
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5-12-03. Deanna LaJune Laney, a 38-year old Texas mother of three, has been charged with the beating deaths of two of her three sons. She also severely beat the third one and faces aggravated assault charges. According to Smith County Sheriff J.B. Smith, Laney has displayed a wide range of emotions. “She goes from a fetal position of crying, to walking around the cell singing gospel music. She stops and prays, then she goes into a crying hysteria.” Her sons, Joshua Keith and Luke Allen, were eight and six. Aaron James, her 14-month old, is in critical condition with massive head injuries at the Children’s Medical Center in Dallas.
The boys were found in the front yard in their underwear and large rocks on top of them. The toddler was found in his crib bleeding with a pillow over his face.
Deanna Laney is under a suicide watch. Her husband, Keith Laney, who was asleep in their New Chapel Hill home during the 1 a.m. attacks, says his wife has no history of mental illness.
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