What it do with Lue

Cool Cass

By Lue Dowdy

Smile! Take Three! Quiet on the set! Let’s Go! Just a few call out words that are used when on a live set. This week Cool Cass, the videographer, is WHAT IT DO.

In the entertainment industry you have to make so many connections in order to get your music out there. Artists must add visual which leads to what they call a music video. It’s a beautiful relationship that comes alive on film between the artist and the videographer. Here is more on the Cool Cass the Videographer!

Despite accessibility to technology, capturing today’s short attention spanned audience has proven to be much more challenging than film makers (enthusiast and pro’s alike) anticipated. These challenges ultimately force the requirement of storyteller purist Cool Cass and he has flourished under the new-leveled playing field. His robust background stems from a sports oriented family which undoubtedly led to playing college football in California; however, added ingredients like his service in the military and 2-year stay overseas further push the boundaries of storytelling that one is just not accustomed to seeing.

Ever since cutting ties with network marketing venture that proved semi-successful, Cool Cass has been applying knowledge gained from these experiences to the art of storytelling through music and video. He continuously showcases his ability to translate visions over a multitude of genres delivering smash hit videos such as, “Talk 2 You” and “Girl With The Tattoo” for Oakland, CA superstar Young Gully and “Wutz The Name” for Queen of Rock and Flow, Shirlee Temper.

Cool Cass takes pride in furthering the journey of self-development and enjoys the company of individuals with comparable traits. Need some video work done at an affordable rate? Contact COOL CASS now!

Until next week L’zzzz!

By Lue Dowdy

“Runnin’ Threw Hunnits” with Tipse SmashGang is WHAT IT DO Inland Empire! OMG! When it comes to having high energetic performances, mixed with a dope beat, and fire lyrics, Tipse SmashGang got it.

JayQuan is his name but he goes by Tipse SmashGang in the music field. Born in Los Angeles, Tipse discovered that rapping was his talent during his childhood and coming up in age. He started pursuing music during his junior high school days and ended up falling in love with it.        This talented recording artist is so focused. Tipse is currently working on a new project titled, “Coming from the Westside.” Tipse SmashGang knows the importance of teamwork and how it makes the dream work. He formed his own crew called “SmashGang.”

“No it is not a gang it is just the name of our team,” Tipse explains. “SmashGang stands for Stacking Money And Swagging Hard Getting Any Necessary Gwap.”

Some of Tipse’s musical influences include legends such as, Notorious B.I.G, Snoop Dogg, T.I., and Ice Cube. He feels their music was real music and would love to bring it back. With his fan base of all ages and all over growing like wild fire, he’s bringing attention to his hit single. “Runnin Threw Hunnits” and “Go.” Performing through Southern California and with artist’s like Yg, Snoop Dogg, and Bone Thugs n Harmony, Tyga, Problem, Nipsey Hussle, Joe Moses and many more it won’t be long before he gets that big DEAL.

Overall, Tipse SmashGang has worked very hard to get to where he is now and he’s not going to give up until he makes it to the top. The love of his three beautiful children motivate him every day. This artist has his eye on the prize. Check out his music on websites such as Soundcloud, World Star Hip-hop, YouTube and several other websites under “Tipse SmashGang.” 

Until next week L’zzz waaaaay up cause I FEEL BLESSED!

BJ, founder of The Garage Dance Studio

Do you like to dance? Do you like to move? This week BJ, founder of The Garage Dance Studio, is What It Do! Living in an urban community with many talented youth, I am so happy that a positive individual like BJ is giving back. What a breath of fresh air for our youth. Not everyone sings, raps, or plays an instrument; some simply dance! With that being said here’s more about the choreographer they call BJ.

As a young child growing up in the 1980s and 1990s, BJ sat in front of his parent’s TV set constantly mimicking dance moves from artists such as Michael Jackson. He eventually received a chance to perform in front of crowds of people. From family parties, to dance competitions, and dance studios, the talented dancer impressed the public with his street choreography. Watching artists and dancers perform moves motivated him to dance and get better. By his teenage years, BJ realized that dancing could be something to pursue, so he kept going.

BJ was introduced to the dance world when he began touring doing background dancing for upcoming artists and other dance crews in need of extras. His first tour was back in 2000 and from there he has been addicted to the popularity.

He continued to push fourth and was added to a popular tour called “Scream tour” with artists that included as Bow Wow, B2K, and other big names. BJ soon began to make a name for myself in the Dance community when he was a part of the Dance show called “Dance 360,” which aired on UPN where he was called out to battle amongst five other people and won.

With his journey and experience in dance, BJ believes that if he ever had the opportunity to open his very own dance studio he would in a heartbeat and that is exactly what happened. This dude turned his mother’s garage into a mini dance studio and name it “The Garage Dance Studio.”

“Knowing that there is no source of entertainment or dance here in the Lost City a.k. Colton, California motivated me to open the dance studio,” BJ states.“For me being a dance lover, I wanted to open the facility to give youth the opportunity to come and learn dance. A lot of these kids don’t have the means to go to LA. I figured why not give it a shot and open something for them. With over seventeen years of professional experience under my belt, I provide lots of variety to students. My dance instruction involves a mixture of hip-hop, pop, and old-school dance styles.”

“All in all, I feel like I have lived up to my childhood dream by becoming a hardworking, successful dancer and I will continue to push fourth until I reach the top. There are lots of things that I have to still accomplish until I past that bridge. I will continue to bless others with my gift of dance.”

 Make sure you support this young man and his efforts. Remember to make the world your DANCE FLOOR. L’z!

By Lue Dowdy

Aspiring Rap Artists, Sirr Jones is WHAT IT DO WITH THE LUE! OMG! So I met this dude via Facebook and it was all over from there.

The versatile Sirr Jones’ passion for all forms of music created his belief that, “Music is the soul of man.”  He practices this belief through his conglomeration of catchy and insightful tunes and at times hilarious freestyles. Hailing from California’s Inland Empire it was 2007 in the Tucson Desert where Sirr’s epic crusade began with small town hits such as “Light it Up.”

During his time in Tucson his stage presence and freestyle earned him the moniker “Sirr,” meaning all would have to address him with respect. Jones true strength is his ability to change with the mercurial world of Hip Hop and R&B, while maintaining his own distinct style. His high energy changeups and freestyles has also gotten the attention of many reputable artists, such as Lil Wayne, Kurupt, and Bone Thugs and Harmony, who invited Jones to be a part of different shows and acts. Sirr Jones’ passion and versatility only grows as he crusades to drop hits.

Not only does this talented recording artist make magic in the studio, he also has his own clothing line titled, “Multiple hustles,” because as we all know you gotta’ have multiple hustles these days in order to make it. Make sure to follow Sirr Jones on all media sites. Until next week folks, L’z!

D’zyl

Big package with a lot of talent is What It Do With The LUE this week! I’ve always heard about the rapper known as D’zyl but never had the opportunity to meet him in person until this year through a mutual friend. .I was able to get ahold of his music and was like WOW! His flows and lyrics are definitely inspired by true Hip-Hop. Please take a moment to know more about D’zyle.

D’zyl 5k1 (Diesel 5001) born Daniel Edward Fromm, a man of German and Black descent, as well as a Gemini, fully understands duality and the nature of relativity, especially with music. He boasts of listening to literally almost all types of music and being able to relate and pull from those genres to help mold his own sound. Born in Hollywood, California but raised in a gritty place known as the Inland Empire, San Bernardino to be exact, he chose to never let his environment limit his imagination or dictate his future, but rather inspire it.

Primarily a hip hop artist, he believes that he should never be confounded by titles or barriers. He enjoys singing, of all styles, and will even try to sneak in some opera at any chance he can. With a novelist’s wit, he has penned songs for numerous artists, has written a book, and a few scripts. There is no limitations to what he can or will do.

One of his goals is, “to be one of those names that people drop when they’re trying to sound cool haha.” With the way things are going and the tenacity he displays day in and day out, that day will soon be among us.

D’zyl has opened for Chino XL, Planet Asia, Layzie Bone, X-Clan, Keith Murray, Percee P, Bomshot, Coolio, Dirty Birdy, Speak, Reverie, Big B of Kottonmouth Kings, and many more. He has several song placements in various films, has performed at SXSW and countless festivals, including headlining the first ever Community Fest of his city and being among the first rappers to perform at the National Orange Show, and has been in the newspapers and radio on more than a few occasions. He is barely scratching the surface and will continue to spread his therapy to the world in years to come. Make sure you check him out links are located at www.wssnews.com. Until next week L’z!

By Lue Dowdy

The winner of our 1st annual B.B.W. Model Competition and Fashion Show/Fundraiser is What It Do! Congratulations to the beautiful Dee Dela Cruz. All of the ladies did an amazing job and were absolutely beautiful. Congratulations to the 1st runner up Mrs. Porsha McCoy and for taking home the award for “Most Photogenic,” and congratulations to the 2nd runner up Mrs. Ayanna Eubank.

Our court is poppin’ with beauty and talent. Congratulations to Andrea Adams for taking home the “crowd participating award.” This wasn’t easy. Each girl had to attend mandatory workshops and promote at community events. The panel of judges had a hard job, but as we know it can only be one winner.

We are super excited to have Dee Dela Cruz represent LUE Productions! She came, she saw, and she SLAYED! Until next year L’z! Please follow LUE Productions on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Nya BanXXX

By Lue Dowdy

Arie Vee

Female EMCEE, Nya BanXXX; R&B Singer, Yung Muusik; and Singer Arie Vee is WHAT IT DO this week Inland Empire.

LUE PRODUCTIONS is holding its very first B.B.W. MODEL COMPETITION/FASHION SHOW and FUNDRAISER this Saturday at the San Bernardino Women’s Club located at 501 N. E Street from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Come out and watch these amazing artists do what they do and that’s ENTERTAIN. For information on this EPIC EVENT highlighting BIG BEAUTIFUL WOMEN please visit LUE PRODUCTIONS Facebook page or text (909) 567-1000.

Tickets are just $20 bucks. Hope we see you there. Until next week L’z!

Nya BanXXX

By Lue Dowdy

LUE Productions 1st Lady NYA BANXXX IS WHAT IT DO! Who is Nya BanXXX with the 3 X’s behind the name?  Killing Mics and gassin’ stages all over the Inland Empire and Southern California is what she DO!

Nya BanXXX, whose real name is Mychelle Mosley, is a fire flame spittin’, crowd pleasing female emcee straight out of San Bernardino, California. Nya picked up the passion for rapping after her high school years. She started off in the game singing. With her first show being with LUE Productions back in 2006 this talented artist now has been rapping a little over 5 years. When she performs you can’t take your eyes off of her. From her sexy moves, to her seductive looks, and dope lyrics, she’ll bring you into her WORLD. A triple threat, yes indeed, especially with her vocals and writing skills all in the mix.

Miss BanXXX was honored in 2015 at LUE Productions Indie Artist Award Show. There she received an award of recognition for her contribution to music. Nya BanXXX is truly one to watch for. Collaborating with other local artists such as Yung Miss, Gwaap Fam of LUE Productions, Aaron Swift of On My Mama Records, Bonnie Dollas, and many more has given her more fuel to carry on the music. Miss BanXXX has been told that her style is in the lane of Trina and Nicki Minaj. When asking Miss BanXXX how she feels about that statement she replies, “I consider myself to be in my own lane. Others may compare me and that’s cool. I want my fans to remember most about me, is that my confidence and ability to put feeling into my song is so that others can relate.”

Loving her community, BanXXX’s gives back by volunteering to help feed the homeless. BanXXX’x new project is on the way. Currently in the studio now working on her mixtape titled, “NYA BANXXX NOT FOR FAME,” will be dropping this summer. Catch her starring live Saturday, June 11 in San Bernardino at the Women’s Club for LUE Productions 1st B.B.W. Model and Fashion Show Competition/Fundraiser.

Sleeping on this talented artist would be a BIG, BIG MISTAKE! Please take a moment and check out her music on Sound Cloud, Reverbnation, Twitter, Snapchat, and Instagram Pages under NyaBanXXX. Until next week L’z high up in da airrr! Management Contact: LUE Productions at Lue.info@yahoo.com, or (909) 567-1000.

KCAA RADIO is WHAT IT DO WITH THE LUE THIS WEEK! PSA! ATTENTION ARTIST’S! Rap/Hip-Hop/R&B music Wanted! LUE Productions has its own radio show right here in the IE titled “LISTENING WITH LUE (Launching Unique Entertainment)” a platform for Indie Artist’s and the ART’S. Every Sunday tune in with us from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

LIVE RADIO and INTERNET! LET THE WORLD HEAR YOUR MUSIC! Music must be EDITED to be in rotation. The show is hosted by LUE and Co-Hosted by Comedian Anthony Stone and Deeveatva Foy; and featuring a guest host occasionally. For interview and song rotation opportunities, please email Lue.info@yahoo.com at attention: “Listening with LUE”. You can also call in and chat with us at (909) 888-5222.

Launching Unique Entertainment Talent and Production Co., known as LUE Productions, was established in 2005 with the mission of offering a safe and productive venue for artists of all ages to display their talents. We pride ourselves in bringing forth unique and entertaining shows for all too enjoy. Our events over the years have provided a public forum for families to enjoy special presentations from our communities most talented. As the organization has expanded, we have had successful shows which allowed exposure for artist in the Inland Empire and surrounding cities through special events such as musical concerts, talent shows, open mic nights, and theatrical plays.

LUE Productions is community-oriented and has committed it’s time and resources to giving back to its neighborhoods. Visit us at www.lueproductions.org. LuCretia Dowdy is the Founder and CEO.

Ericca Cross

BIG BEAUTIFUL WOMEN (B.B.W.) What it Do I.E. and everybody! This week I would like to highlight the beautiful Ericca Cross, an aspiring full figure model here in the Inland Empire. With the modeling industry finally taking notice of plus size/full figure ladies, LUE Productions decided to put on the 1st B.B.W. Model Competition/Fundraiser here in the City of San Bernardino. The goal is to highlight beauty in all shapes and give back to the community at the same time. The event is scheduled to take place Saturday, June 11 at the San Bernardino Women’s Club located at 503 W. 31st Street in San Bernardino. Doors open at 2 p.m. Tickets are only $15 now and $20 after June 1.

Ericca Cross, born in Fontana, now resides in the beautiful City of Highland. She is pursuing her dream at the age of 35. Inspired by her mother, twin daughters, and other family members, Ericca hopes to gain the experience and exposure needed to help her further her desire to be a plus size model.

Appreciative of the opportunity provided by LUE Productions she comments, “In my eyes we are all winners.”

So major props to Ericca Cross for going after her dream and that $500.00 cash prize along with a crown. Good luck Ericca! Until next week folks L’z! For more information please visit our Face Book page under LUE Productions or our website at www.lueproductions.org.