Felicia Alima

Hey y’all!

Hope all is well with you!

A new chapter in my world… just got married to the love of my life, and am moving back to OZ for a while!!! I leave next week!!!!

I’m going to miss Madison, HOWEVER… I can tell you now, I will not miss the snow!!! LOL!!!

Nah, truthfully, Madison has been my home for the past 8 years, and I will miss it greatly… especially the Hip-Hop scene. It gave me the opportunity to shine, and grow as an artist, and for that, I will forever be thankful!

Props to all the Madison and Milwaukee artists, deejays, and producers I have collabed with over the years. It has truly been a pleasure doing business with you!!!

On another note, I didn’t enter the MAMAs this year. I didn’t think it’d be fair since I won’t actually be in Madison anymore, AND I wanted to give other artists a chance to win the “Urban/R&B Artist of the Year” title that I’ve been hogging for the past 3 years. LMAO! (Just kidding!!!) Good luck to all those deserving and hardworking artists who have been nominated this year!!!

I want to say a special “THANK YOU” to all my supporters who have listened to my music, come to my shows, bought my CDs, and just “represent”. If you’re ever in Australia, just look me up!

My music releases will continue, so don’t you worry about that… I am working on my remix album “Know Me - The Remixes“, and will release it later this year, so stay tuned.

Until then, here is a sneak peek of a free track you can download called “Check The Ringtone (Decepticon Remix)“, produced by my boy Memory!!!

Enjoy!

P.S. Pick up a free copy of this month’s issue of 608 Magazine for a double-spread feature on ya girl!!!
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Remember, locally, or internationally, you can always purchase my music online, 24/7 via my website, or from any digital distribution site such as iTunes, Amazon, or MySpace.

My band and I did our last US show last November in Wisconsin Rapids. It was for a cancer benefit for a young lady named Lacey (cousin of my drummer Matt Jacoby). Today I found out that she passed away. This saddens me so much… it’s not like I knew her personally, but the whole reason for the benefit was to raise money for her cancer treatments. Her death was unexpected, and although you understand that death is a possibility when you’re fighting cancer, everyone thought that she would be on the road to recovery with her treatments.

Sorry I’ve been M.I.A!

I would firstly like to wish everyone a wonderful holiday break, and new years! Please be safe out there!

I’ve been pretty busy working on the remix album with Madison producer Memory!

We have also finalized the two winners of the remix comps:

CJ Fresh from the US with his remix of “Know Me“, and dawZ from the UK with his remix of “Check The Ringtone“.

Both remixes will be available for free download soon, and also featured on my up-coming album “Know Me - The Remixes“.

We would like to sincerely thank EVERYONE who took their time and creative energy to submit to the competition. We appreciate all your talents, and thoroughly enjoyed listening to all your submissions!

Please keep posted for future remix comps!!!

ATTENTION RECORDING ARTISTS

I have a HUGE archive of quality industry beats for lease and for sale (exclusive rights). Get at me if you’re serious about your music!!!

I also offer consulting services for artists such as: songwriting, song production/arrangement, art direction, branding, marketing, electronic press-kits, press-releases etc.

If you are truly serious about your music, and want a professional, quality product to market, then email info@feliciaalima.com to discuss in depth!

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Hello everyone!

The Felicia Alima “Check The Ringtone“ Remix Competition ended on September 30th.

We apologize for the delay in announcing the winner, but it took a while for Dieera and I to deliberate on over 40 remix submissions from all around the world.

The decision was very hard because there were so many strong entries (surprisingly a lot of jazz submissions) :)… but thinking along the criteria of creativity, quality, production relevance to the lyrics, and marketability, we collectively decided on the official winner…

The winner of the “Check The Ringtone” Remix Competition is dawZ, hailing from the UK!!!

dawZ submitted a five minute-long Garage-style remix of “Check The Ringtone“. He did more than just place the a cappella over an original beat - he chopped it up and “re-mixed” it too! The track is an up-tempo beat, suitable for the club scene, but it also emanates a dark feel, keeping the topic of the song relevant to the music.

David “dawZ” Veress is a Hungarian jazz musician/composer/producer. Growing up, music had been a huge aspect of his life, as he started playing guitar at the age of 5, and reached the finals in the “Metal Hammer Magazine” guitar competition at the age of 16!!! Currently residing in the UK, as an artist, dawZ plays jazz rock/fusion, but also writes music for various R&B performers and commercials. Check out some of his tunes on www.myspace.com/dawzscriticalmovements.
You can also copp DawZ’s new release “DawZ’s Critical Movements” on iTunes.

dawZ’s version of “Check The Ringtone“, will be placed on Felicia Alima’s up-coming album “Know Me - The Remixes“.

We would like to sincerely thank EVERYONE who took their time and creative energy to submit to the competition. We appreciate all your talents, and thoroughly enjoyed listening to all your submissions!

Please keep posted for future remix comps!!!

Thank you!!!

- Felicia Alima, Dieera and the Chantik Soul team.

I would like to give some free advice to anyone who is considering working in the music industry.

Whether you’re an artist, manager, producer, promoter, DJ, or whatever title you may want to carry…. you will NOT, I repeat, NOT be successful if you are unprofessional. Point blank. You might be able to swindle your way through several dealings with your behavior, but eventually people will catch on, and realize that you are not worth their time.

Here are a couple tips:
If you are an artist, and you want to work with others, whether it is a collaboration, or an event, be diligent and make it happen. Too much talk becomes tiresome, and your credibility will be questioned. Work with them and complete the project in a decent time-frame, otherwise it looks like you’re sleeping on the job. If something hinders you from completing your portion of the project, let them know what time-frame they can expect it in. This shows that you are still interested, and serious about the project.

If you’re a promoter, make sure you do a good job of promoting the artists and event you are promoting! This means create an impressive promotional campaign, starting with some attractive flyers - (no bootleg, “I have Photoshop, but I’m not a graphic designer” type stuff)… make sure it looks professional, otherwise no one will take it seriously, and you may attract the wrong crowd. This also means, do more than just send out some facebook invites. Anyone can do that. Even if you have 5000 friends, who cares? Do some real work and get some radio ads out, send out press releases to the media, and post flyers/posters in predominate target areas etc.

REALLY IMPORTANT: If you say you will pay an artist for a show, PAY THEM! This is why I make people sign contracts BEFORE committing to a show. A verbal agreement or email exchange isn’t enough anymore. Do not work with anyone who refuses to sign a contract. A contract should be beneficial to all parties. It ensures that the performers receives compensation for their services, and ensures the promoter that they have an act for their event.

These are just a couple of tips to take into account. Of course there are the obvious tips: be diplomatic, be respectful and polite with everyone you meet. You never know who they are, and what connections they may have, and you don’t want to burn bridges before you even know who they are. At the end of the day, treat each other with respect. Music is an art, but there is also the business aspect to it, and if you don’t take care of that portion in a professional manner, then you might as well consider what you are doing a hobby.

What’s up y’all?

I hope all is well with everyone!

WHAT’S NEW

Lately, I’ve been keeping busy working on my new album “Know Me - The Remixes“!
Taking my music to a whole other level, you will hear extreme versatility in this release! R&B, Pop, Hip-Hop, and Trance are just some of the flavors to look forward to! And if you’re looking for a super-star line-up, there will bonus tracks on the album with exclusive collabos from Hussein Fatal (Outlawz), Kev Brown and more, so stay tuned!

IN THE MEDIA

CINEMA VILLAGE (NYC)

My latest single “Trade” ft. Chino XL, has recently received placement in a documentary called “Fatal Promises“.
Fatal Promises, is an in-depth and honest look into the scourge of human trafficking. Through personal stories of victims of trafficking, and interviews with politicians, non-governmental organizations and activists, Fatal Promises cleverly juxtaposes the brutal realities of human trafficking suffered by victims and battled by activists, with the hollow rhetoric of politicians and pundits who claim to be making significant strides in combating this horrific crime against humanity.

Fatal Promises will premiere in New York City on September 15th.

The film will run at Cinema Village (22 E. 12th Street, NY, NY) from September 16th through September 24th.

For more info on the film, please visit www.fatalpromises.com.

NEW REMIX COMPETITION

From now till September 30th, Chantik Soul Entertainment is running a remix comp for my song “Check The Ringtone” ft. Dieera. If you are a DJ, producer, or remixer, then this is for you! Submit your best remix of my song for a chance to gain placement on my new album “Know Me - The Remixes”.

Remember, this competition will end on September 30th, so get busy and visit www.feliciaalima.com/remix to enter NOW!!!

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MO THUGS PRESENTS… BIG SLOAN - 16 BAR MASSACRE MIXTAPE

I’m featured on Mo Thugs artist Big Sloan’s ”Life” song. The mixtape, ”16 Bar Massacre” is available for free download at the Bone Thug’s official fan site OR CLICK HERE to directly download the mixtape now!

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Thank you for reading!

Stay blessed, be safe, and until next month,

Peace, love and all that jazz…
- Felicia Alima (aka The Bossy Aussie).

FELICIA ALIMA, BLACK BOY, L.O.S.T. S.O.U.L.S AND DIDDY’S MAKING THE BAND 4 DAY26 AT THE ORPHEUM THEATRE - FRIDAY JULY 24TH

Event: Day26 w/Felicia Alima, Black Boy and L.O.S.T. S.O.U.L.S @ The Orpheum Theatre

Date: Friday July 24^th (07-24-09)

Venue: Orpheum Theatre

Address: 216 State St, Madison, WI, 53703

Time: 7:00 pm

Cover: $20, $25, $30

Web:

Ranghart and 93.1 jAMZ Presents Day26.

“Day26” is a male music group formed on August 26, 2007 and hand-picked by Sean “Diddy” Combs in a selection at the end of MTV’s Making the Band 4. The group consists of Robert Curry, Brian Andrews, Willie Taylor, Michael McCluney, and Qwanell Mosley.

The group released their first album “Day26” on March 25, 2008, and have recently released their second album, “Forever in a Day“, on April 14, 2009.

Day26 have also recently won the title of “The Best Group Award” in the 2009 BET Awards.

Madison artists Felicia Alima, Black Boy, and L.O.S.T. S.O.U.L.S will entertain as the official openers for Day26.

This is an 18 plus event.

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY my American friends! I’ll be celebrating the evening with you, as your girl FA will be on 92.1 THE MIC this Saturday… so no matter where you are, tune your radio to 92.1 FM at 7pm for an hour of me!!!

I’ll play a couple new tracks for ya, and you will be filled-in on what’s new in my world!

Click here to listen to me live online!

Yesterday, one of the most amazing music legends of our time passed away due to a cardiac arrest. Michael Jackson - who was one artist who definitely influenced me growing up, and even today (just look at my “Know Me” album cover with me rocking the gloves), will be sorely missed.

From the time he was just 11 years old, as a member of Jackson 5, through to his time as a young adult, as a solo artist with his amazing album releases “Off the Wall,” “Thriller,” “Bad,” “Dangerous” and “HIStory,” Michael Jackson made huge marks in the world of music.

Holding the irrefutable title as “The King of Pop”, dictating pop culture, breaking racial barriers, and being the bench-mark for most of the artists of today with his phenomenal performances, creativity, and ever-changing style, his music has been a powerful force, that will certainly live on.

In remembrance of MJ, I would like you to listen to “You Are Not Alone”.

Not to be negative today, but let’s discuss something real quick… I am running another “Know Me - The Remixes” comp for my song “Check The Ringtone” ft. Dieera. By doing that, it means that I am releasing my copy-written material to the world-wide web for people to do what ever they please with it… right? Wrong! You might be able to do something with it for personal use, but if you’re thinking about uploading your remix online, then think again…

This comp is for budding and seasoned producers and DJs wanting to enter my remix comp, to gain placement on my up-coming album. If you’re using my a cappella for the purpose of this remix comp, please come correct!!! You are entering an official competition, so make sure you read the rules of the comp before you decide to enter it. If you read it correctly, it states that a remix may be submitted, but cannot be shared/uploaded online WITHOUT explicit consent from Chantik Soul Entertainment… this means, do not put your version of the remix on your myspace, do not upload it to a torrent web site, or any other web site for that matter… just follow the simple instructions and email it to remix(at)feliciaalima.com. If you’re bringing the fire, then you may possibly win, but then only after the song gets published, will it be released online. I’m letting you know now, if you’ve uploaded a submitted remix of my track online, you will be DISQUALIFIED! I’m not playing this time.

There is something that I have to protect as an artist, and that is my artistic integrity. Think about it… if everyone were to use my a cappella to make remixes and then upload them online, chances are that there will be a quote-on-quote “whack” version floating around. Chantik Soul doesn’t do whack! LOL! But for real, you are entering a contract when you download my a cappella, and click the submit button on the competition form, so don’t play yourself…