SESSION REPORT For Immediate Release Contact: Toya Elise Brown 404-874-9880 MARCH 2012 SESSION REPORT Who Werked in STUDIO 9000? Without MJG by his side, 8 Ball links up with producerDrumma Boy for his new solo mixtape. Features include Bun B, Killer Mike, 2 Chainz and more. This year marks 8Ball & MJG's 20th anniversary in the rap game. Knowing that, it's kind of hard to fathom that one of the members of the revered Memphis rap duo hasn't ever dropped a solo mixtape throughout all these years. All that changes via 8Ball's new, Premro, his first solo mixtape. Premro is titled after 8Ball's government name, Premro Smith. The mixtape's opener, "Drought," has 8Ball ferociously setting the tone. His longtime partner in rhyme, MJG, only appears on the strong,"Showed Up." But 8Ball has plenty of good company on this mixtape, collaborating with 2 Chainz and Yung Joc on the the enthralling, "Em Down," and Waka Flocka and Yelawolf on the hard-hitting, but stirring, "Immaculate Perception." Styles P and Trae Tha Truth assist the protagonist on "Put That On Everythang," while XXL Freshman Don Trip is featured on "No Pain." This past March, 8-Ball was having songs mixed by Leslie Braithwaite at Patchwerk Studios assisted by Patchwerk engineer Michael Pratt Other sessions in 9000 included those for WOD-G (K. Anders), Jazze Pha (Zack/M.Pratt),Gucci Mane (D. Brown), Drumma Boy (Dre/M.Carter), J Bean (D. Brown), Junior Reid (K. Anders), Adrian the Problem (L. Banks), Ramon Orion (M. Wilson), Osiris Records (N. Bassani), DJ Holiday (D. Brown), Votte (A. Poole), Bleu Davinci (D. Brown), Jordin Sparks(D. Brown/M. Carter)     TO BOOK A SESSION IN PATCHWERK'S STUDIO 9000 CALL 404-874-9880 Who Werked in STUDIO 1019? Jordin Sparks is the pop / R&B recording artist, songwriter and actress who rose to fame as the winner of the sixth season of American Idol. According to Billboard.com, Sparks has sold 1,300,000 albums and 9,883,000 tracks in the United States as of February 2012, making her one of the most successful idol winners.  In 2012, VH1 included Sparks in its list of the 100 Greatest Women in Music and ranked her at #92. She will also make her film debut in the remake of Sparkle, co-starring Grammy Award/Emmy Award-winner Whitney Houston, Derek Luke, Carmen Ejogo and Tika Sumpter. Most recently songwriters and producers Stacy, Pop, and Oak were hard at work in the studio with Patchwerk engineers Dee Brown and Matheis "Stafa" Carter, working on new hits for an upcoming Jordin Sparks release.   Other sessions in 1019 included those for Mulah (Z. Shoemake), Venom (M. Carter), Adam Taylor (K. Anders), A Minor (A. Emmanuel), Blu (M. Carter), Lakeboy (M. Carter), Big Dre(M. Carter), Dirty Diana (A. Revere), Bad Habbitz (M. Carter), Antonio Flowz (D. Brown),Esty (M. Carter), Malone (D. Brown), Deanna Dixon (M. Wilson), 38 Special (N. Bassani),Joseph Foster (M. Carter), Team Ink (M. Carter), Big Dre (M. Carter), Yani Simone (M. Wilson) TO BOOK A SESSION IN PATCHWERK'S STUDIO 1019 CALL 404-874-9880 Who Werked in STUDIO 995?   B.A.D (Build And Destroy) was born and raised a native of The Lower East Side of New York City. Musically B.A.D featured on The D&D Project compilation album, under the group 2 Mental. He also appeared on various Mix tapes with DJ Ron G, DJ Bamm Bamm, DJ Status, DJ Jemani, DJ Cashis Kay & Mister Marlon, DJ Keyz & Fully Focus, DJ Pulcro Mixtape( in Spain) and Gekokujo The Album ( in Japan),  All Access DVD, and Down Bottom DVD, just to name a few. Set to light up the music scene, B.A.D was in Patchwerk studio's this past March, working with Patch Werk engineer Mike Wilson on his new single called " Catch A Break " off of his upcoming album: The B.A.D Inauguration. Other sessions in studio 995 included those for Kevin D (M. Miller), DC (L. Banks),Rhandsome Bluff (M. Wilson), Gucci Mane (K. Anders), Rodric King (M. Wilson), Adam Taylor (K. Anders), John Bliss (M. Wilson), Mystr Anderson (M. Wilson), Rhythm D(Rhythym D), Adrian the Problem (L. Banks), DJ Holiday (D. Brown), Jazze Pha (A. Emmanuel), Rude Boy B (M. Wilson and A. Emmanuel) Scrappy (D. Brown), Joy Deja King(L. Banks), SurReal (M. Wilson), J Rich (M. Wilson), EMC (M. Wilson), Mecca (Z. Shoemake) TO BOOK A SESSION IN PATCHWERK'S STUDIO 995 CALL 404-874-9880 Who Werked in the MASTERING Suite? Mystr Anderson (mystranderson.com) is the new face of NEOSTREET MUSIC. According to the man himself, "Mr. Anderson was an MC named Rie who had put down his mic and had become one with the Matrix of LOM creating marketing and promotional concepts and brands for companies and artist throughout a sector of LOM called Florida. His mission is to balance the scale between Gangsta Rap and Conscience music. On his journey he creates a new form of music called 'NeoStreet'. Wearing his hot supernatural specs called Peppaz Mr. A sets out to preserve the integrity of entertainment in music while working to build a non for profit empowerment center to prepare the next generation of hood heroes for the ongoing battle of good vs. evil." Do you have what it takes to help MYSTR ANDERSON Re build the Industry and bring down his arch nemesis, INDUS! Come and join the fight with his hot single"Light Speed" recorded  at Patchwerk Studios, mixed by Mike  Wilson, and  mastered by Kenny Mixx, (in the Georgia Sector of LOM, that is!) Mystr Anderson reinforces the truth that everyone are stars and they can shine, all they have to do is believe...Stay Tuned... Other sessions in the mastering studio included those for Delonda, King Sosa, Slice, Squirt, Spotlight, Rhandsome Bluff, Wod-G, Iggy and T.I., Rodric King, Swezi, 0-60, Freddy B, Adam Taylor, Ramon Orion, Rude Boy B, Six 6, K Slim, Restless and Jackie Michaels. All sessions in the mastering studio were mastered by Patchwerk mastering engineer, Kenny Mixx. TO BOOK A MASTERING SESSION CALL 404-874-9880 PatchWerk Recording Studios (www.patchwerk.com) is a world-class recording facility that has catered to the national entertainment industry since opening in 1995. The company, which is centrally located in the heart of Midtown Atlanta, has earned a reputation for its excellent sound quality and superb customer service. PatchWerk features Georgia's only SSL 48-channel Duality Console as well as Georgia's only SSL 9000 J Series Console. The larger of the two studio rooms, Studio 9000, features design by industry leader Russ Berger (RBDG). PatchWerk has continuously serviced the top record labels from around the world and has accomodated an endless array of world-renowned talent, including TLC, Beyonce Knowles, Outkast, Usher, Ludacris, the Neptunes, Rodney Darkchild Jerkins and Bow Wow.

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Patchwerk's Chief Mastering Engineer, Kenny Mixx, recently posed this question to his facebook followers and got a range of commens. After all the feedback, he offered his take:

I still think there are a lot of great composers out there; I still master great music every day. What I mean by "convenience" is the lack of a solid foundation of knowledge of a craft, whether it's composing, mixing, mastering, or even tracking. It's easy to say "I mix," and just throw on some presets and not fully understand them. It's easy to say "I master," and just throw an L2 on the master track. It's easy to say "I track," and not understand the acoustics behind a properly treated vocal booth or proper microphone/preamp combinations/selections. It's easy to say "I compose tracks," and not understand phase relationships between kicks, 808s, and bass-lines. This is because it's more convenient to just *do* these things rather than understand *why* we do these things. Doing things right the first time with an experienced engineer is outweighed by doing things wrong multiple times the "convenient" way. Composing, mixing, and mastering are all different fields that require different expertise. When you begin to mix these together, you lose quality and replace it with convenience. Music should not be done in a "one-stop shop" where the mixing, mastering, and tracking are all done by the same person in the same room (or even worse, all in the same day). There is no Wal-Mart for audio. Can we get an intern to clean up the music on aisle 5 please, intern on aisle 5. Thank you.

-Kenny Mixx

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Artist: Karmella f/ B.O.B

Mix Engineer: Leslie Brathwaite

Mastering Engineer: Kenny Mix

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SESSION REPORT For Immediate Release Contact: Toya Elise Brown 404-874-9880 APRIL 2012 SESSION REPORT Who Werked in STUDIO 9000? Rapper Mystikal's next album is expected for a 2012 release. The New Orleans rapper premiered the video for his Cash Money debut  "Original" featuring Lil Wayne and Birdman on "106 and Park" and shared his excitement about being a member of the YMCMB family. "It's awesome. It's bananas," he said. "Me and Baby been having conversations even during the No Limit days." A humbled Mystikal, who recently welcomed a son, shared what he learned from his past experiences. "Watch your surroundings and pay attention to them. Bees do not hang with flies." This past April Mystikal stopped by Patchwerk to work with Patchwerk engineer Kori Anders assisted by Patchwerk engineers Michael Pratt and Nick Bassani. Other sessions in Studio 9000 included those for Stacy Barthe (D. Brown), Blue Davinci (D. Brown), Toni Jones (D. Brown), Cris Cab (K. Anders), Young Mexico (D. Brown), Joy Deja King (L. Braithwaite), Bigg Quan (L. Banks), EMC (M. Wilson), Karmella (L. Brathwaite),Gucci Mane (K. Anders), Marcus Manchild (Z. Shoemake), Waka Flocka (M. Carter), Akon(L. Brathwaite),  DJ Holiday (D. Brown), A.R. (M. Carter), Zinj El-Barr (M. Carter).    TO BOOK A SESSION IN PATCHWERK'S STUDIO 9000 CALL 404-874-9880 Who Werked in STUDIO 995 ? Waka Flocka Flame has released several mixtapes including Salute Me or Shoot Me 3, Benjamin Flocka, and his last Twin Towers 2 with Slim Dunkin'. On August 9, 2011 his latest compilation with Gucci Mane, Ferrari Boyz, was released. The first single was "She Be Puttin On", featuring Slim Dunkin. Also, the first single for his sophomore album,"Round of Applause", produced by Lex Luger, featuring Canadian-rapper Drake was released. The first original version featured only Waka Flocka Flame, and the remix featured Drake, but later the remix was made the original version. Triple F Life: Friends, Fans and Family is Waka's next venture, slated to be released in the first quarter of 2012 and will feature guests including Nicki Minaj, Chris Brown, Rick Ross, Diddy, Tyler, the Creator, Drake, Gucci Mane and more. This past April Waka Flocka was in Patchwerk Studios for several days working with guest engineer KY assisted by Patchwerk engineers Matheis "Stafa" Carter andZane Shoemake. Other sessions in Studio 995 included those for Ester Dean (S. Thomas/Juice/M. Carter),SurReal (M. Wilson), Kevin Gates (K. Anders), Mesha (S. Paine), Lil Nard (M. Wilson), Geela(M. Wilson), Adam Taylor (K. Anders), Deanna Dixon (M. Wilson), Mack AAO (M. Wilson),Midwest Monsters (D. Brown), J Rich (M. Wilson), Renzo (M. Wilson), Bigg Quan (L. Banks), Gucci Mane (K. Anders), Fiya Boi (K. Anders), Serena (D. Brown), Emeka (Z. Shoemake), Satellite (L. Banks), Malone (M. Wilson), Picasso Varner (M. Wilson), Inka (M. Wilson), Drea Love (K. Anders), Mook (K. Anders), Dexter Porter (M.Wilson), David Morgan (Z. Shoemake), Crysel Martin (D. Brown), Scrappy (D. Brown/M. Carter), Rolls Royce Rizzy (M. Carter), Mystr Anderson (M. Wilson), The Barcays (L. Banks), DJ Holiday(D. Brown), Zachari Lee (I.Porter/M. Carter), M. Manchild (Z. Shoemake). TO BOOK A SESSION IN PATCHWERK'S STUDIO 995 CALL 404-874-9880 Who Werked in STUDIO 1019?   2012 is the 20th anniversary for the group TLC and is filled with many surprises for TLC fans worldwide. Chilli and T-Boz are very excited to be executive-producing a biopic on the group's story in conjunction with VH1. "This project is truly a dream come true for us," says Chilli. What's Love Got To Do With It scribe Kate Lanier will pen the project, which documents TLC's rise to fame with 1991's Ooooooohhh... On The TLC Tip and their follow-up success with 1994's CrazySexyCool, and eventually selling more than 65 million albums worldwide making them the biggest-selling girl group in history.  In addition to the movie, TLC is working on a 20th anniversary package which will include tour dates, an album project with new music and several remixes on some of their favorite hits. Chilli and T-Boz say they are looking forward to giving new music to their eagerly awaiting fans and returning to the stage. Most recently Chilli stopped by Patchwerk Studios for  day to work with engineer Mike "Snotty" Miller. Other sessions in studio 1019 included those for Team Ink (A. Poole), Money Marc (M. Carter), Picasso Varner (M. Wilson), Michael Young (M. Carter), D Fun Art (M. Carter),Blu/Thoroughbred (M. Carter), Lillian Scott (D. Brown), Preach (M. Carter), Yani Simone(M. Wilson), Cash P (Z. Shoemake), Kalil (K. Anders), Ana-Maria (M. Carter), Adam Taylor(M. Carter), Skeet (M. Carter), DJ Holiday (D. Brown), Mack AAO (M. Wilson) TO BOOK A SESSION IN PATCHWERK'S STUDIO 1019 CALL 404-874-9880 Who Werked in the MASTERING Suite? Block Entertainment signee, Gorilla Zoe is back with a brand new mixtape. The "King Kong" MC put out his third album last year,  and is back gearing up for a release all over again with a free musical offering. With DJ Smallz and DJ Nando hosting (Trap a Holics Mixtape), Gorilla Zoe World, which dropped last month, has 21 new tracks from the underestimated MC and an 'original score' by "Racks" producer Sonny digital. Word on the street is there is a lot in store for Zoe this year. With a revamp of the music, there's word that Gorilla is working on making a few tweaks that'll leave fans surprised - but in a good way. Most recently Zoe was having tracks mastered at Patchwerk Studios by Patchwerk engineer Kenny Mixx. Other sessions in the Mastering Studio included those for Renegade, SurReal, J Rich, Geela, Darrell Dior, Joy Deja King, Fiya Boi, Dirty Dave, Tae Bae Bae, King Sosa, Karmella, Mack AAO, Mook, Mattie B, and Mr Sipp. All sessions in the mastering studio were engineered by Patchwerk engineer Kenny Mixx. TO BOOK A MASTERING SESSION CALL 404-874-9880

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SESSION REPORT For Immediate Release Contact: Toya Elise Brown 404-874-9880 MAY 2012 SESSION REPORT Who Werked in STUDIO 9000?   Whether he's riding around with that Nina or smoking on Kiesha, rapper Ca$h Out is always cashin' out.  The Atlanta rapper recently signed with L.A. Reid's Epic Records and he's carrying the dirty south with him on his back. His debut single "Cashin Out" skyrocketed to a Billboard Top 10 on the R&B/Hip-Hop charts, and has been remixed by an endless amount of rappers who are all about cashing out. This past May, Ca$h Out was having songs mixed with engineer Ray Seay assisted by Patchwerk engineer Alverne Emmanuel. Other sessions in studio 9000 included those for DJ Holiday (D. Brown), Bleu Davinci (K. Anders/Z.Shoemake), Wod G (K. Anders), Pure Skye (M. Carter), Kelani Lee (N. Bassani),Gucci Mane (K. Anders), KeKe Wyatt (M. Carter), Tuki Carter (M. Wilson/L. Banks),Satellite (D. Brown), Krushai (R. Seay/A. Emmanuel), Mo Money (D. Brown), Pharoah (L. Banks).    TO BOOK A SESSION IN PATCHWERK'S STUDIO 9000 CALL 404-874-9880 Who Werked in STUDIO 995 ? R&B singer Keke Wyatt  recently confirmed a reality television series with R&B singers Faith Evans, Nicci Gilbert from Brownstone, Syleena Johson, Tweet, Kelly Price and Angie Stone. Wyatt described the premise of the show as "Basically going into our lives and showing that we're not only singers of R&B, we're also mothers and we lead lives like regular women do." For Wyatt the show is an opportunity "showing that we go through the regular stuff, we argue with our spouses, we love our spouses, we have happy days and down days. How we work and how we go to school meetings like everybody else." In addition to the reality show Wyatt will be releasing her third effort since her debut album 'Soul Sista' in 2001. Most recently Wyatt was in the studio working on songs for her upcoming release with Patchwerk engineer Matheis "Stafa" Carter. Other sessions in Studio 995 included those for Gucci Mane (K. Anders), Tucker (D. Evans/Z.Shoemake), Mystr Anderson (M. Wilson), Sina (M. Wilson), DJ Holiday/Zoe (D. Brown), Mieo (M. Wilson), C Millz (A. Revere), Big Cat (A. Poole), 38 Special (L. Banks),Chill Will (K. Anders), Prince Marley (L. Banks), Fi Chief (D. Brown), Scooby D (D. Brown),Scrappy (D. Brown), NRN Entertainment (M. Wilson), Better Angels (M. Carter), B. Ali (M. Wilson), Jazze Pha (N. Bassani), Priscilla Renea (J. Lake/A. Emmanuel), Korin Deanna (M. Wilson), Coopaman (M. Wilson), Emeka (Z.Shoemake), Fiyaboi (K. Anders), Bleu Davinci(D. Brown), Tuki Carter (L. Banks). TO BOOK A SESSION IN PATCHWERK'S STUDIO 995 CALL 404-874-9880 Who Werked in STUDIO 1019?    Regina Belle is getting ready to bring her Gospel back with a new  album, "Higher." The award winning artist first stepped on the scene in 1987 and has grown in popularity with her work over the years. Her first album, "Love Forever Shines" was her debut release and since then, she's been blessing listeners and fans. Executive produced by Ray Davis, Ruben Rodriguez, Chris Walker and Regina Belle, "Higher" features guest appearances from the legendary Pastor Shirley Caesar, Kathy Taylor and Lowell Pye (Men of Standard).  The first single, "Make an Example Out of Me" and the album's 11 other soul-stirring tracks underscore Regina Belle's mission to bring people closer to God. "Some of us don't always get there through the preached word, she says."  "The music is only second to that, but I want to be able to know that I did my job and if you don't have words to say, use my words.  If you don't have a voice, then use my voice.  If you don't have the music or the setting, use mine. I believe that my music helps people get to a special place." Regina Belle's "Higher" will be out in stores June 5. Most recently Regina was in Patchwerk studios working with Patchwerk engineer Luther Banks. Other sessions in studio 1019 included those for D'Fun Art (M. Carter), Rocki (M. Carter), DJ Holiday (D. Brown), Man Marketing (Z. Shoemake), Miss Franklin (Z. Shoemake), Phly Guy (D. Brown), Joseph Foster (M. Carter), Nahvie Nice (D. Brown), Ishamel (D. Brown),Bleu Davinci (Z. Shoemake), Bossip (M. Carter), Goddy Shake (M. Wilson), Chris Jackson(B. Calloway), Young Luciano (A. Revere), Mo Money (M. Carter), Young Bob (L. Banks),Lock (A. Emmanuel). TO BOOK A SESSION IN PATCHWERK'S STUDIO 1019 CALL 404-874-9880 Who Werked in the MASTERING Suite? 19-year-old August Alsina hasn't had the easiest life, but through the power of music his shine has come. Inspired by the tragic death of his older brother, August looked towards music as an escape from the tough streets of New Orleans.Now, he's paired up with Atlanta's Noon Time Unltd, and his impressive work ethic is not overlooked as the young MC has been very consistent, dropping new music and complimenting videos. He also recently dropped a new mixtape The Product.  The 15-track DJ Scream-assisted mixtape features appearances by G.O.O.D Music's CyHi the Prynce, Houston's Trae Tha Truth, Atlanta's own 2Win, and New Orleans female MC, 3D Na'tee. Though he does not yet have a feature with him, Alsina was able to score co-sign by New Orleans own Juvenile and Mannie Fresh. This past May, August was having work done by Patchwerk Mastering Engineer Kenny Mixx. Other sessions in the mastering studio included those for Lethal Trends, Babi Mac, Zackatlanta, Adolf Yulahhh, Coast Boyz ent, Blood Raw, Mystr Anderson, Bleu Davinci, Sina, Wod G, Ockz, So Long Ago, Theo Rock, The Bar Kays, Jaebe, Kiloni Lee, Krushai, B. Ali, Mitchelle'l, Korin Deanna, Brandon Covington. All sessions in the mastering studio were engineered by Patchwerk engineer Kenny Mixx. TO BOOK A MASTERING SESSION CALL 404-874-9880

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