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718 Introduce New York R&B to Next Generation

It’s probably safe to bet that no other area code has the cultural cache of the one for Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island. Indeed, the digits “718,” immortalized in everything from songs to T-shirts, can be as much a rallying cry as they are required dialing. Thus, r&b group 718 has a distinct advantage—a name synonymous with New York cool. With members from Brooklyn and…
NAS, Trey Songz and Novel Headline BMI 12th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase in Atlanta

R&B Wranglers 718 Take Top Prize The recording industry’s most eminent stars and promising talent performed at Broadcast Music, Inc.’s (BMI) 12th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase April 23, at E.S.S.O Nightclub. Hosted by DJ Khaled, the showcase featured performances by the inimitable MC NAS; mellifluous crooner Trey Songz; and multi-talented troubadour Novel, who each brought their respective high-energy sounds. …
12th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase Slated for April 23 in Atlanta

BMI will present its 12th Annual Unsigned Urban Showcase Thursday, April 23, featuring some of the recording industry’s eminent stars and most promising unsigned talent. Held Thursday, April 23 at E.S.S.O Nightclub (1599 Memorial Drive, Atlanta, GA), the event begins at 9 p.m.; doors open at 8 p.m. The festivities are open to the public; attendees must be 21-years-old with valid identification. please call (404) 378-1095 or log on to
BMI’s ‘Know Them Now’ Showcase Highlights Tomorrow’s Superstars
An array of hip-hop and r&b talent on the verge of mainstream success commanded the stage at BMI’s “Know Them Now” showcase, held December 16 at The Xchange in New York. Attendees were treated to beverages provided by Hennessy and performances by r&b quartet 718, DC-bred Kal and special guest Universal Motown recording artist/producer Ron Browz. The invite-only event attracted more than 300 guests who braved the…
