Diddy had recently said that “DJs killed Hip Hop”. Here is his response to “the DJ”. Passion for music is real! Here’s my take:

Let me say this… DJs didn’t kill hip hop. Especially in Toronto.. As a DJ, if u are not playing new music and breaking records YOU ARE WACK! What ruined the life of a record is people relying on the mass media to dictate whether a record is a hit (i.e. BET, MTV, Much Music, etc.). Nowadays, DJs are searching for that next hit to say they broke it or played it first! Maybe some DJs don’t take the risk in breaking a new record – but don’t categorize us all the same way. I had the convo with many DJs – the “digital” game (Serato) can do 1 of two things… It makes a DJ even more creative & passionate or it makes them super lazy! Everyday is like Christmas to me… sometimes u get that record that blows you away. That would be like the “super gift”… that toy u wanted when u were a kid. Some tracks are like getting socks & underwear – just ordinary. Nothing exciting!

Basically… Don’t blame all DJs! Those DJs who aren’t willing to expand know who they are!

Remember this… I support who I see something in. Trish is definitely one of those artists! Her sassy, sexy style makes her a trendsetter. DJs!!!!!!!!!!! If u haven’t received the record, “JESTER presents TRISH “DON’T WATCH ME (feat. J.Diggz & Oh)”. Check download links below!

JESTER PRES. TRISH ‘DON’T WATCH ME’ (ZIP)

HERE’S THE PRESS RELEASE THAT RELEASES TODAY:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

DEBUT MUSIC VIDEO (”DON’T WATCH ME”) FROM TRISH RELEASED; AVAILABLE ON YAHOO! MUSIC CANADA

Toronto, ON — February 3, 2009 — Media powerhouse Yahoo! Music Canada features brand new video “Don’t Watch Me” from up and coming singing sensation Trish.

http://new.ca.music.yahoo.com

Matching the tone of the song, the edgy video was directed by Lil’ X and features hip-hop artist J Diggz and singer Oh! “When (I first heard) Trish’s music all I could say is ‘Who is this girl?’ Her style & swagger is fierce! I heard about 15 joints and all of them were bangers. The cool of a T-Boz and the sassiness of Aaliyah are all wrapped into one. Trish has her own style and its like no other.” says award winning Smash Squad DJ Jester, the music arbiter who officially presented the single. Like many of her listeners, he didn’t need a second listen to jump on board with her career.

Trish describes the video as “very suiting to who I am” – combining multiple elements and genres to result in an alluring product. With every view, Trish gains a new impressed fan of her innovative and refreshing star quality.

She looks forward to a year of live performances and interacting with fans across her growing tour schedule.

More of her music and concert footage are at:

http://www.trishmusiconline.com

“Don’t Watch Me” can be viewed by logging onto:
http://new.ca.music.yahoo.com/videos/Trish/Don’t-Watch-Me-(Clean)–205809564

About TRISH
Trish is the epitome of a triple threat, earning the right to reach for the sky and fly with the stars. Perhaps it’s the relentless depth of her passion or the intoxicating quality of her voice, but the dance-driven, electro-pop infused entertainer has an undeniable star power. Earning the coveted title as the “next big thing”, her music intertwines the elements of electrifying R&B and captivating funk with an edgy hip-hop feel.

About YAHOO!
Yahoo! Inc. is a leading provider of comprehensive online products and services to consumers and businesses worldwide. Yahoo! is the No. 1 Internet brand globally and the most trafficked Internet destination worldwide. Headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif., Yahoo!’s global network includes 25 world properties and is available in 13 languages.

Contact:
Tara Muldoon, tara@hiphopcanada.com

Much love to the whole Western U.CSO for having us down to play in London. Party was crazy! Shout out to Stunts, Cerdic, and Shannon (Tanx for the Flip Video cam). City to city, country to country.. we shut it down!