March 5, 2007
I-66 Entertainment Announces Distribution Agreement
with CLG Distribution
I-66 Entertainment is pleased to announce a newly
formed alliance with Minneapolis-based music distributor CLG Distribution, a
division of Chrematizo Label Group.
Under the agreement, CLG Distribution will distribute I-66
Entertainment releases to the Christian marketplace through AEC One Stop
Group, reaching over 30,000 storefronts domestically and internationally.
AEC also services the "who's who" of the
online community (i.e.,
BestBuy.com,
CircuitCity.com &
BarnesAndNoble.com).
With the rapid growth of
Gospel Hip Hop, the alliance between I-66 Entertainment and CLG Distribution
comes at a strategic time. "We're
very excited to be working with I-66 Entertainment. G-Wade and company bring
years of industry experience to the table. We trust his ability to offer
quality projects now and in the future. But most importantly, the visions
for our companies line up exactly. We're all committed to sharing the Good
News of Christ with an unbelieving world," says Dave Coleman,
founder/president of CLG Distribution.
Through strategic grass-roots efforts, I-66 Entertainment
is making groundbreaking strides in both the Christian and secular Hip Hop
culture with its focus on ministry and evangelism through music, resulting in
positive global community impact.
"The
pieces fit just right with CLG Distribution and its partners.
After one meeting with their president, Dave Coleman, I knew we were
home," says
Gary W. Coleman, founder/president of I-66 Entertainment. He furthers, "Our
first agenda is to market our music world-wide to those who are demanding it
most."
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About CLG Distribution
Chrematizo
Label Group, a group of independent record labels headquartered in
Minneapolis, Minnesota was founded to enable Christian rock, pop, and
worship acts to focus on what they do best - share their vision with the
world through music.
December 28, 2006
G-Wade Named WAEC Operations Manager
G-Wade -- artist, producer and entrepreneur -- has been named
Operations Manager of WAEC Love 860 AM. He will report directly to Chris
Edmonds, general manager of Love 860. Based in Atlanta, GA, G-Wade will
officially take his new post on January 1, 2007.
G-Wade (real name: Gary W. Coleman), will continue to run
Flava 4 The Savior Ministries, Inc. (F4TS); home to I-66 Entertainment and F4TS
Films. He will also remain as host of Honor & Glory Radio (aired every Saturday
on WAEC).
In almost a decade, the F4TS brand has spawned other ventures,
including the Eternal Wear Eternal clothing line, F4TS Films, and F4TS
Investments.
“G-Wade has proven himself to be an astute businessman, in
addition to the brilliant artistic talent that the world sees and hears,"
said Lynn Turner, general manager assistant, "I can think of no one more
relevant and credible in the Gospel hip hop community to build upon WAEC's
fantastic legacy and move the company into its next groundbreaking era."
"I have worked hard over the past two years to bring quality
radio and I have firmly established myself in both worlds,” says G-Wade.
“I feel this is a giant step for me and an even bigger step for the entire
artistic community."
G-Wade has produced several music videos and has worked with
numerous Gospel artists in the industry. His latest venture, Honor & Glory
Music, (www.Ho norandGloryMusic.com) is currently in production on its newest
project, Honor & Glory Videos.
October 11, 2006
Honor & Glory Radio and Video Show
With the rapidly increasing market for religious-themed
Hip-Hop, G-Wade continues to add water to its growth with his newest venture,
Honor & Glory.
After spending time behind the scenes learning the ins-n-outs
of production, G-Wade is back with two new ventures, Honor & Glory radio
and Honor & Glory videos.
Serving as host for both shows, G-Wade will also serve as
creator and director and will also produce both shows through his production
company, 66 Books Productions. G-Wade gained recognition as a founding member of
the underground rap group, Street Sweepers, who released their groundbreaking CD
M:22 in 2002 on I-66 Entertainment.
After his stint as host and co-host in both television and
radio, G-Wade took the time to learn about the mechanics that go into putting
together a well oiled show. “I’ve been fortunate enough to have been given
great opportunities to work in radio and television but I was still lacking the
know-how of what really makes a show operate.” He continues, “The break
from being on-air and in front of the camera gave me that time to really get the
hands-on training and learn how to create, edit, and produce a good show. Now
all that experience will be expressed and felt in my new shows Honor & Glory.”
They’re currently seeking a co-host and a roving street
reporter to help keep us in tune to what’s happening in the streets – they’re
also looking for TV writers.
Though G-Wade will have the “best of both worlds,” he’s even
more passionate about creating platforms for other artists to share their gifts.
He comments, “We’re giving Honor to all the artists that are out there
spreading the Gospel but we’re giving God all the Glory.”
He’s currently putting together a website,
www.honorandglorymusic.com,
to stream both shows and to keep you updated on what’s happening in
entertainment. Stay tuned because I have a feeling that he’s not done!
He is currently in the studio working on his solo project,
He’s Still #1.
Honor & Glory kicks off on Saturday, November 4th.
May
3, 2006
G-Wade Wraps Documentary/Film "V is
for Virgin."
G-Wade recently wrapped on the set of this much-anticipated
documentary/film "V is for Virgin." Executive Produced and
Hosted/Narrated by Cee Cee Michaela -aka- Yvonne from UPN's
Girlfriends. This documentary explores the testimonies and
lives of people—all ages, socio- economic backgrounds & genders,
world-wide, who have made a decision, religious or otherwise, to
abstain from all forms of sexual activity until the day they are
wed. "I just consider it to be an honor to work with such a
talent as Cee Cee." "When she called me, I couldn’t help but to jump
at the opportunity to be a part of something that is so much needed
in today’s society - I’m thankful," says, G-Wade.
This documentary contains interviews with the film's Executive
Producer and several individuals who have a personal testimony to
share. "The testimonies are so raw, real and alive... we laughed
and we cried! " says Cee Cee. She continues, "we just
finished our last day of shooting and are now in editing... I think
it's gonna be real special!"
Between segments, viewers will be entertained by music, dancing,
stepping and spoken word artists who have similar stories to tell in
their own way. It is a film that is close to the heart of its
producer who herself, has made this life decision and wants other
virgins to know, "they are not alone!" It’s message that is
sure to raise a few eyebrows and touch the hearts and spirits of all
who view. This film is directed by Regina D. and Unique Be’Ans of
U&G Productions.
To learn more, visit:
www.ceeceemichaela.com
May 3, 2006 G-Wade Hired as Production Manager
For Hit Stage Play
G-Wade has been hired on as Production Manager for the hit stage
play, Cold Busted. Lead by the dynamic direction of Jerome
Brown of Dajero’ Productions, writer and director of the hit stage
play "Daddy, I Don't Want to Go!" which starred Sherman Hemsley, you
all remember him as George Jefferson from the hit sitcom "The
Jeffersons"?
Jerome Brown is a writer, producer, director and author of THINK
NOT, THOUGHT NOT - written in memory of his late father, Edgar T.
Brown.
G-Wade speaks about his position, "I've also been blessed to
write and direct two stage plays as well but to be involved in such
a production of this magnitude and to travel the country doing what
I love is amazing." He continues, "this just helps to
reaffirm what I know God has called me to do."
LISTEN TO THE COMMERCIAL.
FOR MORE INFO OR TO PURCHASE TICKETS, PLEASE CALL 770-364-1222 OR
EMAIL jbrownjoy@yahoo.com.
The play kicks off in Barnwell, SC on Saturday, May 20th. Keep
checking back for the remaining tour dates.
February 16,
2005
I-66
Entertainment Signs with SERVONE Entertainment
After
many
years
of
handling
booking
and
management
for
I-66
Entertainment,
label
CEO,
Gary
W.
Coleman,
closes
a
deal
with
SERVONE
Entertainment. This
deal
will
allow
for
all
I-66
Entertainment
artists
to
have
the
opportunity
to
have
booking
and
management
as
part
of
their
recording
contract. "I've
truly
enjoyed
learning
the
inner-workings
of
booking
and
management,
but
there
comes
a
time
when
you
must
relinquish
some
responsibilities
and
let
the
"pros"
do
what
they
do
best,"
says
Mr.
Coleman.
Although
I-66
Entertainment
has
contracted
its
booking
and
management
to
SERVONE
Entertainment,
this
deal
doesn't
obligate
any
of
their
artists
to
use
the
booking
and
management
company
exclusively.
Coleman
says,
"this
is
just
something
else
we
can
offer
to
our
artists."
February 16,
2005
I-66 Entertainment Inks Production Deal
with Table Top Beats
I-66
Entertainment
met
with
producers
of
Table
Top
Beats
to
discuss
a
production
contract.
After
agreements
were
made,
Table
Top
Beats
signed
on
as
in-house
producers
for
the
entire
I-66
Entertainment
roster.
"We've had the opportunity to listen to their production [Table Top] over some time now and we're certain that they will give us the type of styles and flava that we're looking for - for our artists," says Gary W. Coleman, president of I-66 Entertainment. He continues, "We knew that once we had our artists in to place, we would seek after this production team."
February
15, 2005
I-66
Entertainment to Negotiate Production Deal with Austin, TX based
production company, Peculiar Image Productions.
The
heads
at
I-66
Entertainment
are
meeting
with
producers
of
Peculiar
Image
Productions
to
discuss
a
production
deal.
If
negotiations
are
agreed
upon,
this
production
deal
will
make
Peculiar
Image
Production
the
second
production
team
to
sign
as
in-house
producers
for
the
I-66
Entertainment
roster.
Gary W. Coleman, the labels president states,
"I just heard one track from them [Peculiar Image] and I knew that I wanted to work with them." "We're hoping that we'll be able to come to an agreement and broaden our sound and image."
Eddie Cortes, COO of I-66 Entertainment, will oversee the production schedule for its artists.
More info will be made available once an agreement has been made.
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