The Hiphop and Books Initiative is pleased to announce the addition of more star power this week to our mission of encouraging reading and the importance of staying in school. New York's own Omega Red is now a proud supporter of our music and literacy campaign.
"If I haven't experienced it, I don't want to write about it," Omega Red proclaims. As music artist, producer and arranger, Omega Red, has refined his blend of reality rap that has earned him critical acclaim and wide spread appeal. Omega Red has an infectious charisma on and off stage and is known for his dynamic live performances, whether he is backed by DJs or rock bands. Omega Red started 2008 recording the single “Turn It Around” featuring Ray J. Following up with the success of this record, Omega Red has recorded two singles “Endz” and “She Loves It” produced by Detail of Konvict Music. Presently Omega Red is in the studio with Snoop Dog’s Bam Tha Bo$$ and Knockout Entertainment’s Shorty Mac.
Growing up in the streets of Beantown, Omega Red had previously led a troubled life. Realizing that he did not want to be another statistic, Omega Red changed his environment and joined the U S Air Force. His service introduced him to many cultures, which ultimately influenced his perception of music and the world. With his string of recent successes, Omega Red remains humble and keeps close to his roots. He mentors youth in Hip Hop culture through Boston’s Citizens Schools, an after school education collaborative. Fans of Omega Red’s seem to identify to his pain, joy and laughter about his life story. Make no mistake, Omega Red lyrical flow and music has an undeniable distinctive and remarkable sound and he is committed to winning over audiences around the world.
"Omega Red is a perfect fit to the work that the Hiphop and Books project is doing," says Founder Cyrus A. Webb,32. "We are glad to have him on board, and I know he will do much in helping us reach those who will be best helped by our mission."
Thanousone "Pitt" Volarat, President of Stay Grindin' Inc released this statement: "Stay Grindin' Inc. recording artist Omega Red is a proud supporter of the Hip Hop and Books project and their commitment to reading. Omega Red's lyricism goes hand in hand with being able to read and write. He encourages kids to stay in school, get immersed in reading books and find topics that interest them. Omega Red has drawn a lot of his life experiences from the streets and traveling around the world. Through it all Omega Red has seen that knowledge is power and that
education and reading skills are important, not only in everyday life but as a way to expand one's horizons."
Omega Red is in good company. He joins recording artistis TRU Records artist C-Murder, Universal recording artist Josh Gates, Jon Boy from VH1's The White Rapper Show, Atllas (King of AZ), K. Lipsey, New York's C. James, Trill, Big A, Jack Squad, Eddie Wright, OndreaNicole, Shawty Jizzle, Chamber, Nino, Blak Circle, Duane Scott and dance group Status Quo who have already pledged their time and support to Hiphop and Books. Additional information about Hiphop and Books can be found at http://www.hiphopandbooks.com and http://www.myspace.com/hiphopandbooks.
To find our more about Omega Red and his upcoming projects, visit http://www.myspace.com/omegared. To contact his management, call (860-838-7168). For more information about Hiphop and Books, call 601.307.1851 or email Cyrus A. Webb at cawebb4@juno.com. C'MON. JOIN THE ADDICTION: Get hooked on books! http://www.thebestbookclub.info
