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Beatnik Castle & Ohsha Kai: “Tu Puedos ser Mio?”

Tampa Bay psychedelic dance/pop duo Beatnik Castle featuring Ohsha Kai is putting a unique spin on “Will U B Mine?” Tampa-based rap master Apocalipsis (Apoca for short!) and singer Leemarie – collectively known as Apoca & Leemarie - invaded Pro Star Studios in St. Petersburg and, without haughtiest reservation, tastefully added a unique Latin-flavor to Beatnik Castle’s worldwide smash single:”Will U B Mine?’ “Apoca’s heavy-hitting Latin-flavored rap style rap brought the song to a new level,” says head Beatnik Quincy B. “I always wanted to do a latin version of the song,” confesses Quincy. “I’m actually Hispanic and wrote the original guitar arrangement with a Spanish flavoring. Beatnik fans who’ve heard the single compare it to Beatnik Castle meets Pitbull! That’s definitely an honor,” adds QB. “Apoca and Leemarie bring some salsa to the Beatnik fold!” laughs Beatnik singer Ohsha Kai. “Quincy calls them the Latin version of Beatnik Castle,” she adds. “They have an incredible chemistry together and really perform the song with fire and conviction! It’s really something to watch!” The backing track is the “Will U B Mine?” tribal mix instrumental from Top 10 Billboard artist, remixer, and dance pioneer Georgie Porgie (recently named one of Billboard’s Top 10 Dance/Club Play Artist of the Decade!) with some electronic goodies -including a few Soca and Latin rhythm beats and edits added by Quincy B. “Georgie is a tremendous support and it’s an honor to know him much less work with him on a mix,” exclaims Quincy B. “I mean, he’s in the dubious company of Madonna, Beyonce, Rihanna, Mariah, Jennifer Lopez, Janet Jackson, and Kim English when it comes to dance music. His accolades have earned him the title ‘Ambassador of Dance Music’ ” Both Apoca and Leemarie were invited by Harry Towers and Beatnik Castle to perform the Latin version of “Will U B Mine?’ (appropriately titled “Tu Puedes ser Mio?”) at the Deet Promotion Showcase at the Winter Music Conference at Twist in Miami Beach Thursday, March 25.They’ve been performing the song consistently since February and both are really excited to be performing with Quincy B and Ohsha. Speaking of Ohsha – the new Beatnik singer, an incredibly-talented Top 10 Billboard artist and current Floridian, will debut her new single “How Do You Mend a Broken Heart (Like Mine)”? at Twist later that evening. In February 2010 Beatnik Castle recently released a limited edition Club Remix CD, but “Tu Puedes ser Mio?”as well as Quincillia’s Reggae Vibe, Euro Techno and 70’s Classic RockVersion were not included but will be available for digital download this spring.

For bookings (either club or acoustic performances) and other Beatnik information, please contact QuncyB@tampabay.rr.com or go to www.beatnikcastle.com or www.ohshakai.net for more information. For promotions, please contact Harry F. Towers at 718-227-3250 Ploondeet@aol.com or Loren Chaidez at Lorenpromo@earthlink.net or 914-771-4113.

Thanks to House of Hitz!

Mega thanks to House of Hitz for a wonderful benefit this past saturday! Leemarie and Apoca made Beatnik Castle very very welcome and really slammed "Tu puedes ser mio?" the Latin Rap version of Will U B Mine?" Thanks to Speedy, carlos, our good friends Matt the Brat and Stevie T! New Beatnik Ohsha Kai returned to the stage and had a great time jamming with both Apoca and Leemarie. Ohsha finished up the vocals on the new Beatnik single "How Do You Mend a Broken Heart (Like Mine)?" and, believe me, folks, if you like "Will U B Mine?" then you'll love "Broken Heart." Ohsha and I visited the wonderful folks at the paul Mitchell School in Tampa and confirmed the March 28 performance at the annual Chrity benefit at The Honey Pot in Ybor!

Big Super Fundraiser for haiti This Sat Feb 6

(Tampa)- Tampa premier independent label and recording studio House of Hitz is sponsoring a benefit relief concert to assist residents devastated by the Earthquake in Haiti last month. The charity event, appropriately titled Super Haiti Fundraiser, will be held in the parking lot of the Dogwater Café at 3311 West Hillsborough Avenue, Tampa, Fl 33614 (on the corner of Hillsborough and Himes) this Saturday, February 6 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Sponsors include producer David Bowes, Carlos Guzman (House of Hitz), Big Mike, Anheuser Busch-Budweiser, HOOD Magazine, Radio MQM.Com, M & P Smith Construction and Security, Tumbao Music, Artie’s Moving Service, Tampa Prints for Less, Aguila Sandwich Shop, Corp, The Dogwater Café and many local and national recording artists. Admission is free and attendees will be asked to bring donations such as blankets, non-perishable food items, baby formula, bottled water, and other supplies that will assist the Haitian earthquake victims. Artists scheduled to perform include Latin League, Sal, Gabriel Ventura, Duce, All Starz Music, special appearance by Show Zoe and DJ Quest, Oby-a-Mente, Clover, Son Del Caribe, Island Hits - Jocelyn Amain, Leon Jean-Baptiste, DJ Big Blaze, TRI, Danny, Kimiko Y Lloyd J, Beatnik Castle, and Top 10 Billboard artist Ohsha Kai, who will be joining Apocalipsis and singer Leemarie for a special impromptu performance. The event also will be live-streamed at www.tamparap.com. All Starz Music will host the Official After Show Party at Mambo's by Day/Fuego by Night located at 1721 W. Brandon Blvd. Brandon, FL. 33511, from 11PM-3AM. Donations will be welcome at the after party as well. Media coverage will include The Tampa Tribune, Latin Times, HOOD Magazine, Big Luke Entertainment, Expose DVD, and other local and national media outlets. Special guest DJ’s will be DJ. Quest, Dr. Kay and Matt the Brat. This is the second benefit concert that House of Hitz sponsored for Haiti and, according to House of Hitz’s Carlos Guzman; this definitely will not be the last. Another relief concert is scheduled for the next few weeks. Following the concert, items will be driven to Venice, Fl where a plane flown by Agape Flights will fly the items to Haiti. House Of Hitz is a Tampa-based independent label and recording studio also specializing in artist development; they’ve recorded such industry notables as Trick Daddy, Trina, 2 Pistols, Strizzo, Gucci Man, Tampa Tony, Tom G and several local and international musicians and performers. House Of Hitz has provided music for several video games, television commercials, and other commercial/radio spots and jingles. For further information, please contact Carlos Guzman at 813 -403-3594 or visit House of Hitz at www.houseofhitz.com. The Dogwater Café can be contacted at 813 877-5241. Mambo's/Fuego by Night is 813-865-5456.

Sponsor information is as follows: Aguila Sandwich Shop, 3200 West Hillsborough Avenue, Tampa 33614 813 876-4022, Tumbao Music 4058 Fiesta Plaza Blvd Suite 110 Tampa, Fl 33607 813 872-0055, Tampa Prints for Less 2102 West Busch Blvd Tampa, Fl 33612 813 443-4531, Corp Artie’s Moving Service is 5005 N. Howard Avenue, Tampa, 33603 813 876-6979. M & P Smith Construction and Security, Tampa, Fl 813 232-0880

It's Official!! Ohsha Kai is a Member of Beatnik Castle!

Indeed, rumors have persisted about Beatnik Castle but, thankfully, the rumors are finally over and it’s official! International singing sensation Top 10 Billboard artist Ohsha Kai is an official member of Beatnik Castle and the Mad Monk, Ltd Family! The fiery, soulful Philadelphia-born recording artist, according to Mad Monk CEO Quincy B. Scovill, will bring “invigorating soul, heartfelt aptitude, and a distinguished musical prowess” as well as a commanding stage presence and captivating yet distinct vocal aura reflecting an innate drive and determination notwithstanding among contemporary singer/songwriters. Ohsha Kai joins other Mad Monk Artists Blind Granny, Peasants of Posture, Beatnik Castle and Scovill Avenue