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Here at Leak Jones we are Super proud of MGK and EST ever since we did 7 songs in 7 days, 2 classic mix tapes and now 3 years later we are gonna show the world how to Lace Up!! Time for the Underdog to shine!! – CONGRATS KELS!  -DJ E-V & Leak Jones Team.

Official Press Release:
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Aug. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — MGK, the rising rapid-fire rapper from Cleveland who became the first MC in history to win the famed Amateur Night competition at the Apollo, has been signed to Bad Boy/Interscope Records.  Information about his forthcoming debut album, Lace Up, will be announced in the near future.  MGK has continuously impressed with his exciting and exhilarating live performances at SXSW and Bamboozled, as well as on the Warped and Lil Wayne tours, just to name a few.  Far more than a rapper, he is quickly becoming the voice of a new generation as he attracts new fans with each show.

“The moment we started the EST 19XX movement during the recording of the Lace Up mixtape, I made a pledge to my fans to protect our brand and become the honest voice of our generation,” said MGK.  ”We represent the underdogs, the outcast, the uncool.  We are a true cult with a loud voice.”

MGK first caught the attention of Bad Boy Entertainment CEO Sean “Diddy” Combs thanks to his online viral videos, including those of his memorable showcases at SXSW.  The excitement grew after Combs heard mixtapes from MGK –especially Lace Up–and also MGK’s personal story, which had cultivated a devoted fan following.

“MGK is a breath of fresh air,” said Combs.  ”He’s not just a star, he’s a movement!”  Added Harve Pierre, President of Bad Boy: “MGK is a great addition to the Bad Boy team.  He speaks for a generation of kids who are just like him.  Fans relate immediately to his lyrics, his flow and his energetic live performances.”

Penning rhymes about personal issues from addiction to family, MGK has become a symbol of relentless perseverance for his fans.  Hailing from a broken home and having lived in nearly a dozen cities, MGK found hope in rap while in a Denver high school.  He later attended high school in Cleveland, where he built a local following through his heartfelt lyrics, passionate performances and the release of his first mixtape, Stamp Of Approval.

After graduation, the 18-year-old MGK was forced to fend not only for himself but for a child.  His daughter Casie gave him new incentive to work even harder.  A trip to New York’s famed Apollo Theater in 2009–he won twice–truly launched his career.  The mixtapes 100 Words And Running and Lace Up landed shortly thereafter.  The MC’s catchphrase of “Lace up,” which began as a mixtape interlude, became a call to arms for fans.  Earning Best Midwest Artist at the 2010 Underground Music Awards, his “Alice In Wonderland” clip then won Best Music Video at the 2010 Ohio Hip-Hop Awards, where MGK has nabbed Best Live Performer two years in a row.

MGK states, “We decided to partner with Bad Boy/Interscope because they understood our idea and the importance of keeping our integrity.  They want to give us their resources to help share our vision with the rest of the world.  This is not about mainstream success.  EST 19XX represents a cultural shift, a worldwide revolution.  Lace the F*@* Up!!!!”

Viral videos: Cleveland – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KKdJicpVxoY Chip Off The Block – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uWgr_p0ykwo

SOURCE Interscope Records

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After being on store shelves for over a year and on the Billboard Top 200 albums for 58 weeks, Cudi’s highly acclaimed debut album “Man on the Moon: The End of Day” is officially certified Gold as it sold it’s 500,000 copy last week. The End of Day moved another 4,200 copies last week pushing it’s tally to 502,000 copies sold in the USA. Congrats to Cudi and the entire team on the success of the first album.

In related news, Cudi’s sophomore album the “The Legend of Mr. Rager” is nearing 230,000 copies sold in it’s first three weeks, which will likely land Cudi a second gold plaque sooner then later.

And of course, thank you to all the fans who supported and purchased The End of Day and The Legend of Mr. Rager.

Via DatNewCudi

Hit the break to see Cudi play a role as himself on last nights episode of  “One Tree Hill.” (more…)

As you all should know already, Kid Cudi’s album “Man On The Moon II : The Legend Of Mr. Rager” is in stores today. It currently holds the #1 & 2 spots on Itunes. Make sure to buy this album to support Kid Cudi & Cleveland music!

Complex: How did the rock album come about?

Dot Da Genius: It was pretty much the same time that we built a studio in Cudi’s crib. We did “Trapped In My Mind” and we were dwelling on it like, “This is crazy, we need to put some guitar riffs on this.” So I had my homie Brent, come through Cudi’s crib with his guitar, and Cudi did the guitar riff with his mouth cause Cudi couldn’t play the guitar. So Brent replayed it. Then Cudi picked up [Brent's] guitar and started fiddling around with it, and I swear to you within like five minutes, he had a legitimate guitar riff. He never played a guitar a day in his life, but had a ill riff that we could make a song with.

Hit the break for the rest of the interview.  (more…)

What you see above is the second of the MOTM II posters. Click here to listen to the snippets of each song off of the album on itunes.

Kid Cudi drops his sophomore album November 9th! Much more information at this page over at DatNewCudi.com including how to pre-order the album.

Kid Cudi talks about his upcoming album “Man On The Moon II: The Legend Of Mr. Rager”  in the interview above which hits stores on November 9th. Hit the break for a video of Cudder performing a new acapella of a song entitled “Marijuana” and the artwork for the deluxe version of the album. (more…)