R&B Showcase Makes Its Debut in Mesa, Arizona

Oct. 24, 2009 - PRLog -- “This is something we rarely get to enjoy in the Phoenix Metro area.  Most of the popular venues rarely showcase live R&B acts,” said Owner and CEO, Sheane Rutherford of Ruttown Records.  “R&B groups, like ‘Heat’ are even rarer.  People would be glad to know there is a showcase, where they can come get their grown and sexy on.”

UB’s Bar & Grill located at 1911 West Broadway Road, Mesa, AZ 85202 will house the event. With its spacious stage and professional sound system, it was ideal to host the first annual showcase there.  Hood Access, a local, independent Hip Hop and R&B radio show will attend and interview artists seeking airplay and exposure.  Anyone attending the event can pay $5 at the door, if they bring a Hip Hop, Rap, or R&B CD, said DJ Hipnotik of Hood Access. “Hood Access is sponsoring the event and will be collecting CDs, to build its local music library.” She added, “I agree about the lack of venues showcasing R&B. It’s really sad. There’s so much undiscovered talent out there.  It is Hood Access’ mission to help labels, like Ruttown Records, shine that spotlight on the local talent. I’m so excited Heat will be performing!”

About Heat
Heat, Arizona's Premier R&B group has been blazing the southwest and abroad since early 2000. HEAT has appeared on talk shows, radio spots, television, and movies. They have blazed the stage with notable artists such as Keith Sweat, 2 Live Crew, LL Cool J, and P Diddy.  To preview their music, visit http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/heatmusic/from/blackdog.

Ruttown Records
Ruttown Records™ is one of Phoenix, Arizona's fastest growing, independent record label and entertainment companies. They originate from Peoria, Illinois and are currently operating in Phoenix, Arizona. They are committed to the development and positioning of new artists in the entertainment industry. They produce “Urban Soul,” an eclectic mix of R&B, Hip Hop, Pop, and Progressive music. Visit Ruttown Records at www.ruttownrecords.com. Follow Ruttown on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/ruttown.

Rhythm & Rhyme Fest 2009 tickets are available for purchase online at Event Brite: http://rrfest.eventbrite.com.

For additional information, visit www.myspace.com/ruttownent or myspace.com/djhipnotik.

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Hood Access is syndicated radio show airing live on RadioPhoenix.org. It plays independent Hip Hop, R&B, and Rap every Saturday, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM (Arizona). Hood Access will broadcast live on Wutz Hood Radio in 2010. Follow Hood Access on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/hoodaccess.