Mase Launches the Official Music Video for the hit �We Miss You�

Ace music producer and founder of DMS Entertainment, MASE teamed-up with top-calibre glam fashion photographer Mike Montoya in producing the official music video for ?We Miss You?. During the middle of 2010, ?We Miss You? broke out into the hip-hop airwaves and peaked at #17 on the nationwide Indie Urban Charts.

?We Miss You? was anunexpected hit for Mase, for it was written primarily as a personal tribute to the memory of his late father, Felix Siby. The homemade viral video clip of ?We Miss You? uploaded on YouTube, also caught the attention of viewers who positively encouraged Mase to produce an official music video for it. ?I wanna see a real video cuz the song?s amazing??, is a recurring suggestion or request fromviewers who leave comments such as this on Mase?s YouTube page.

Mase, personally handpicked high fashion lensman and director Mike Montoya to work on the official music video of ?We Miss You?. Montoya?s silky smooth lighting and stylish cinematography gave the music video a very polished and sophisticated look. Yet inspite of the glamorous setting, he managed to establish a contrastbetween a dark and downcast emotional moment; then uplift it with visions of encouragement, and support. The visuals complement the mood of the song. It?s a song about pain and loss, yet it brings forth a positive vibe that can calm down and inspire a weary soul. Connect with this emotion by viewing the full music video on Mase?s ?We Miss You? YouTube channel.

Mase was born in Libreville Gabon, Africa, traveled extensively and studied in various parts of Europe, and decided to settle in the United States, where he graduated with a Bachelors degree in International Relations from the Florida International University. His multi-lingual and diverse cultural exposure, along with his expertise in music studio production work, drove him to establish DMS Entertainment as an expression of his dedication and passion for his own brand of music.

Mase, is by nature, a reluctant singer for his heart is into songwriting and music production. With the success of his initial foray into song recording, a follow-up single and possibly a full album, isn?t too far behind. Watch out, Mase is brewing steamy hip-hop and rnb jams for himself and for his roster of talents under DMS Entertainment that?s gonna be hot on everyone?s lips this 2011!

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Music Licensing for Film Protecting Gifted Musicians

Date Published: 04th April 2011
Music, be it vocal or instrumental, is an emotive expression through touchy tunes. Heart-touching lyrics are a part of vocal music. Music is loved by all and regarded as the finest recreation for us. For the musicians, music is a confluence of their passion and profession. The highly talented musicians churn out original scores while the mediocre professionals are much fond of remixing the hit tracks. Lacking in superlative creative quotient, these low-graded musicians imitates the style of the original composers. Such a practice is illegal in the eyes of law and these law-defying persons are well-known as ?copycats? in the music world. So, to protect the unique opus of the gifted musicians, music licensing for film companies have extended their help to both the budding talents and eminent artisans.

Music is a part and parcel of our life. It is also an integral aspect of many religious occasions. Devotional music is a noteworthy mention in this regard. This is an ancient artistic medium to get in touch with our inner self as well as divine power too. The eminent scholars in the music arena across the globe have added to the enrichment of global culture. In spite of creating such a great influence on our life, music as a medium of earning bread and butter has appealed to us only in the recent time. It is the reason why ?music licensing for film? industry is thriving on.

Licensing one?s music refers to copyrighting one?s creation. Such protective measure is a must to adopt. Without music licensing for film, it is hard to put to an end to the indiscriminate use of music without the artists? permission. This way, the composers get deprived of their dues too. Especially the upcoming talents in the music industry suffer these unfortunate experiences. They are not only cheated out of the just amount of remuneration but the clever and dishonest persons do not feel a pang of conscience while passing off the others? masterpieces in their own name. So, to thwart such an illegal practice, music licensing for film is a must for the commercial music directors.

When music is licensed, the musicians enjoy the right to decide whether to allow the others to use their compositions. In case, you are permitted to use their works in any of your projects, you must pay them in exchange. Due to music licensing for film, such dealing takes place not via verbal commitment. A written dossier is drafted in support of the mutual agreement between both the parties. Even if you are using an artist?s creation in background, you must pay the composer. Background music is seldom vocal and most of the time instrumental. Sometime soft humming in background is used to add special effect to a project. Compelling background music builds up a pleasant ambiance without detracting anything from the themes or events flashing on the screen.

The finest and rarest blending of audio and visual medium invites the attention of viewers. That is why; the demand for the creative talents in the music industry is always on rise. So, upcoming talents must go for music licensing for film for the sake of protection of their memorable tracks and to drag the frauds to the courts if they try to rip off the artists.

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Whitney back in the studio

Whitney Houston began work on her comeback record in an LA recording studio earlier this week. Following years of alleged drug abuse and a recent stint in rehab, Houston has reportedly been working with a vocal coach to bring her voice back from any damage caused by smoking. The Grammy-winning singer is teaming up with former mentor Clive Davis for her new album, and is also set to work with John Legend, Ne-Yo and others on the project.

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Mills to walk away with $56 million settlement

Paul McCartney has reportedly come to a financial agreement in his divorce battle with Heather Mills. Although not confirmed, media reports suggest Mills has accepted the former Beatle's offer of $48 million in cash, an $8 million mansion and joint custody of their daughter Beatrice. Neither party has commented on the possible settlement.

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Jared suffers broken nose during concert

Actor and some-time rockstar Jared Leto broke his nose at a recent concert. The My So-Called Life alum and his band, 30 Seconds to Mars, were performing in El Paso, Texas, when he ran into the crowd and was rushed by fans. Leto suffered injuries to his foot and a broken nose in the process. After finishing the show, Leto checked in at a local hospital to make sure he wouldn't need treatment for any of his ills, and called the show one of the best of his band's tour. "I've been producing shows for 25 years and this was one of the scariest moments I have witnessed," the band's tour organizer said in a statement. "We hope Jared's injuries are all minor and that he has a speedy recovery."

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Is Nick helping Vanessa put out an album?

What is Vanessa Minnillo planning to do when her tenure at MTV's TRL ends later this year? Sources say she wants to enter the world of beau Nick Lachey by recording an album. "Vanessa has always loved entertaining, and making a record would be a dream come true," says a friend of the couple. "Now she's asking Nick to help her get started." The former pageant queen has reportedly hired a vocal coach and met with a few industry bigwigs at Clive Davis's pre-Grammy party a few weeks ago.

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Diddy investigated for Oscar-night punch-up

New daddy Diddy is the subject of an investigation by the LAPD for allegedly assaulting a man at an Oscar party on Sunday night. 27-year-old Gerard Rechnitzer was on his way to the parking lot at the Roosevelt Hotel at around 2 a.m. and stopped off to use the bathroom. He emerged to find his fiancee surrounded by Diddy and five other men, and approached to get his fiancee to leave with him. Diddy reportedly invited Rechnitzer's fiancee to a party he was having and when Rechnitzer asked his date to leave again, Diddy allegedly punched him in the jaw. Rechnitzer called 911, but by the time the LAPD arrived on scene Diddy had left. The LAPD are said to be looking into the matter.

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Spice Girls reunion?

The Spice Girls are reportedly planning a reunion tour - and hoping it will prove lucrative for them. Members of the 90s pop sensation are said to be demanding $5 million each for broadcast rights to the tour.

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Foxy Brown arrested

Rapper Foxy Brown was arrested on Thursday night on charges of battery and obstruction of justice. Brown was held overnight after police were called to a disturbance at a Miami beauty-supply shop. The arrest record at the Broward County Sheriff's Office shows the rapper was released on $1,500 bail but gave no further details. Brown is currently on probation for assaulting two nail-salon workers in New York.

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Gore announces Live Earth concert event

Al Gore announced a massive series of concerts to draw attention to the threat of climate change. The 24-hour worldwide Live Earth event will take place on July 7, and is part of the Save Our Selves campaign. Gore drew on star power to help make the announcement, with Cameron Diaz and producer Pharrell Williams on hand at the press conference. "I've been driving a Prius since they came out," Diaz said. "I carbon neutralize when I travel... I recycle. If we can get people to change one aspect of their lives, even do one thing, that's a step closer." Performers expected to take part include Lenny Kravitz, the Foo Fighters, Melissa Etheridge, Sheryl Crow, John Mayer, Duran Duran, the Black Eyed Peas, Faith Hill and Tim McGraw. Concerts will take place in Shanghai, Johannesburg, Sydney, London, and cities yet to be announced in Japan, Brazil and the U.S. Proceeds from the event will go to the creation of a foundation to fight against climate change led by The Alliance for Climate Protection, which is chaired by former vice president Gore. "In order to solve the climate crisis, we have to reach billions of people," Gore said in a statement about the event. "The climate crisis will only be stopped by an unprecedented and sustained global movement."

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Kim says Eminem lead her to suicide attempt

Kim Mathers, former wife of Eminem, said in an interview on the Dr. Keith Ablow Show that the rapper's treatment of her led to a suicide attempt. Mathers said she was shocked by her then-husband's public display of hatred towards her during a live performance, saying, "He was singing a song that was about me and he had a blow-up doll up on stage that looked like me and he was physically beating it and kicking it. Seeing the crowd response and everybody cheering, singing the words and laughing... I knew that it was about me, and that night I went home and I tried to commit suicide." The interview will air on tomorrow's episode of the show.

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Norah Jones told to drop a few pounds

Norah Jones revealed to British Glamour that she was told to lose weight for her first movie role. "I probably shouldn't say this," the Grammy-winning singer told the mag. "But I was asked to lose a few pounds. First I got really mad, then I got nervous, thinking, 'Oh no! I'm fat!' It was a horrible thing to hear but I understand the game. I was just amazed that it really was an issue, and it made me have a lot of sympathy for really skinny actresses... But then, I still think they need to eat a cheeseburger." Jones breaks onto the big screen in the upcoming My Blueberry Nights, co-starring Jude Law and Natalie Portman.

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Faith Hill and Tim McGraw robbed

The LA home of country couple Faith Hill and Tim McGraw was robbed over the weekend. Police announced today that no one was home when the burglary took place, sometime between Friday and Monday, and that the crime was discovered when someone arrived at the home yesterday. An unspecified amount of money was stolen, but no other specifics have been released. The police have no suspects at this time.

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Robbie Williams in drug rehab

Robbie Williams has checked into rehab for drug dependancy. "Robbie Williams has today been admitted into a treatment center in America for his dependency on prescription drugs," the singer's rep said in a statement released today. "There will be no further comment on this matter." A former girlfriend of the British singer was recently quoted admitting Williams used antidepressants. "It was clear he was struggling with his mind," Williams's one-time galpal told a British paper. "He doesn't drink, but he needs antidepressants to get him through the day. A lot of the time he seemed on edge." Williams recently cancelled tour dates due to exhaustion.

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Police tour announced

Following their amazing reunion performance at the Grammys the other night, the Police have officially announced their plans to tour. "I woke up one morning about three months ago - it's like a lightbulb went off in my head... I'm going to call Andy and Stewart," Sting said of the band's much-anticipated reunion 23 years after their split. "What's happening is sort of very healing."

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