NEW YORK, April 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Hip hop superstars
Cam'ron and Vado hit BET Network's flagship
show 106 & Park last night to promote the brand
new music video and official interactive contest for their smash
hit single "Hey Muma" on MusicMatrix.com. The
rappers are on a global search for the next directing star and
Cam'ron personally invited millions of fans to check out his
MusicMatrix Remix Contest. Born from the genius of
corporate enterprise Encounter Technologies, Inc. (ENTI:PK)
and Pegasus Tel, Inc. (PTEL:BB), MusicMatrix.com is
the ultimate on-line destination and social network for artists and
music fans.
BET Network, www.bet.com, a subsidiary of Viacom
Inc., reaches more than 90 million households in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, the United Kingdom and sub-Saharan Africa.
As the network's #1 rated show, 106 & Park,
www.bet.com/shows/106-and-park.html, is a 90-minute countdown music
video show shot in front of a live studio audience featuring the
industries biggest recording artists.
Cam'ron and Vado, represented by E One Music
Group (www.eonemusic.com), exclusively premiered the
highly-anticipated "Hey Muma" music video on
MusicMatrix.com Tuesday morning, prior to the television
premier on BET Networks. With the interactive contest, the
challenge is on for aspiring artists, film students, editors and
producers to show off their creativity for a chance at fame,
recognition and prizes valued at more than $3,000. To enter, go to
www.MusicMatrix.com/HeyMuma and sign up as a premium member.
The innovative platform allows users to seamlessly upload,
edit, and promote music videos with groundbreaking, user-friendly
editing tools. Cam'ron and Vado along with a
panel of industry insiders will select winning videos. Get
creative and reap the rewards including a Samsung 50 inch Plasma
TV, Sony Playstation 3 MOVE Bundle, HP Envy 17 3D Laptop and BEATS
Head Phones. Best of all, the winning video premiers
world-wide on MusicMatrix.com.
"With technology today, you can do your own remix out of your
home," comments Cam'ron. "MusicMatrix gives you
all you need ... an on-line editor, special effects and video clips
from the actual video shoot. I appreciate those that gave me
inspiration and my break. This could be yours. Show me and
Vado what you've got."
The BET appearance was just another stop on
Cam'ron and Vado's whirlwind media tour.
Cam'ron has actively promoted MusicMatrix including
radio interviews in New York,
North Carolina, and California. To support the media
exposure, MusicMatrix implemented a broad based social
network campaign including targeted Facebook and Youtube
advertising. Cam'ron and Vado continue to promote
MusicMatrix on their social networks for the duration of the
contest.
"We are really excited about the engagement of Cam'ron
and Vado," concluded Encounter Technologies, Inc. CEO
Anthony DiBiase. "Because
of their commitment to MusicMatrix and promotion, we expect
this to be our biggest contest yet."
Watch "Hey Muma" Video Premier: www.MusicMatrix.com
Enter "Hey Muma" Music Video Contest:
www.MusicMatrix.com/HeyMuma
Listen to WKJX 96.7 The Block's Lady C Interview with Cam'ron:
http://soundcloud.com/ladyc967/rapper-camron-pays-a-visit-to
ABOUT CAM'RON
Grammy-nominated, hip hop superstar, Cam'ron, is the
founder of The Diplomats and the U.N. The charismatic rapper
spins stories of his rough upbringing in Harlem that weaves the
literal with the metaphorical. For more information on
Cam'ron:
www.MusicMatrix.com/HeyMuma
Twitter: @Mr_Camron
Myspace: www.myspace.com/camron
ABOUT VADO
Cam'ron's protege, Vado, recently signed with
Interscope Records. According to industry buzz, he is
the new generation's heavy hitter with a promising future in the
rap game. For more information on Vado:
www.MusicMatrix.com/RespecttheJux
Twitter: @Vado_MH
Myspace: www.myspace.com/vadomania
ABOUT MUSICMATRIX
Direct. Edit. Premier.
MusicMatrix.com is the premier on-line destination for
artists, directors, producers, video editors and music fans
worldwide to upload, direct, edit and showcase unique video content
with groundbreaking, user-friendly, video editing technology.
MusicMatrix also serves as a rapidly expanding social
network where members can share custom videos, engage in the
promotion of their favorite artists, earn income and win amazing
prizes. For more information on MusicMatrix:
www.musicmatrix.com
Twitter: @YourMusicMatrix
Facebook: www.Facebook.com/YourMusicMatrix
Youtube: www.youtube.com/YourMusicMatrix
ABOUT ENCOUNTER TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (PINKSHEETS: ENTI)
Encounter Technologies, Inc. specializes in social media,
video technology and on-line entertainment web solutions. The
Company utilizes pre-built applications to provide platforms for
businesses interested in utilizing video technology to increase
online collaboration and interaction. The goal is to provide
clients with the best methods to increase user value and achieve
desired business results. Simply put, Encounter Technologies,
Inc. transforms ideas into revenues. For more information on
about Encounter Technologies:
www.encountertech.com.
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amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as
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CONTACT:
Encounter Technologies, Inc.
Sheri Cook
Director of Marketing
info@encountertech.com
SOURCE Encounter Technologies, Inc.