BILLIONAIRE.COM DECLARES- DR. DRE HAS THE BIGGEST D...EAL IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY.

Billionaire.com, the lifestyle resource for high and ultra-high net worth individuals, based the ranking on data exclusively compiled by Wealth-X, the intelligence provider on the world's ultra wealthy (those with over US$30 million). After the sale to Apple, Andre Young, AKA Dr Dre, knocks Puff Daddy into second place.

Aside from making millions from album sales, record labels and side businesses such as fashion brands and film production, many of the top ten are also major philanthropists in their own right. The main givers are Jay Z, Puff Daddy and Eminem.

"Huge fan followings, vast wealth and eminent marketability mean that these high profile individuals make ideal philanthropists," said Tara Loader Wilkinson, editor-at-large of Billionaire. "Many are using their position to launch foundations and charities that they feel passionate about, and becoming philanthropic role models as well as hip-hop idols."

Here Billionaire.com unveils the richest hip-hop artists in the world:

1. Name: Andre Romelle Young A.K.A: Dr. Dre
Net Worth: US$790 million
Age: 49
Sideline Business: Co-founder of extremely valuable headphones company, Beats Electronics
Philanthropy: With business partner Jimmy Iovine, Young donated $70 million to establish The Jimmy Iovine and Andre Young Academy for Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation at the University of Southern California.

2. Name: Sean John Combs  A.K.A: Puff Daddy, Diddy, Puffy
Net Worth: US$630 million
Age: 44
Sideline Business: Owns cable TV Network Revolt, owns lifestyle fashion brand Sean John, stakeholder in Ciroc Vodka
Philanthropy: He donated $250,000 to the Howard University's School of Business, he ran the New York City Marathon, raising $2 million for New York's public schools, children suffering from HIV and AIDS, and his own charity to promote social programs. Puff Daddy is on the board of the Hip Hop Summit Action Network, a nonprofit organization for education advocacy and youth empowerment.

3. Name: Shawn Corey Carter A.K.A: Jay-Z
Net Worth: US$500 million
Age: 44 Sideline Business: Owns sports bar chain 40/40 Club, is an investor in Israeli wireless tech company Duracell Powermat and a stakeholder in fragrance firm Perfumania. 
Philanthropy: Jay-Z is a prominent philanthropist and owns the Shawn Carter Scholarship Fund which has awarded scholarships worth $1.1 million to 750 students. He also pledged $1 million to the American Red Cross' relief effort post Hurricane Katrina; $5,000 each to six schools in New York and New Jersey, $5,000 to The 100 Mile Man Foundation and supports many other community and educational charities.

4. Name: Curtis James Jackson III A.K.A: 50 Cent
Net Worth: US$240 million
Age: 38
Sideline Business: Owns G-Unit Clothing, has released several PlayStation games and has appeared in films including the semi-autobiographical movie Get Rich or Die Tryin'.
Philanthropy: Is the founder of the G-Unity Foundation and supports Shriners Hospital for Children, the New York Restoration Project and Life BEAT.

5. Name: Bryan Williams A.K.A: Birdman
Net Worth: US$230 million
Age: 45
Sideline Business: Has signed a publishing venture, Cash Money Content, with Simon & Schuster to produce books, he claimed to have purchased an oil rig (though this was reportedly disproven) and has a clothing line called YMCMB (Young Money Cash Money Billionaires)
Philanthropy: Reportedly pledged to donate US$50,000 to Swizz Beatz' school charity last year after some pressure.

For the full Top 10 wealthiest list and accompanying images visit:
http://www.billionaire.com/wisdom/822/dr-dre-tops-list-of-worlds-richest-hip-hop-artists
 

BUFFY AND PUFFY- PLEGDE TO GET AMERICA HOME SAFE ON NEW YEAR'S EVE.

Sean "Diddy" Combs And CIROC Ultra Premium Vodka Team Up With Uber For The Holidays To Provide $1 Million-Worth Of Safe Rides Home

Nationwide pledge helps holiday revelers start the New Year safely

From PR Newswire

 

CIROC Ultra Premium Vodka, Sean "Diddy" Combs, and Uber give fans one million more reasons to celebrate responsibly this holiday season.  Combs and the "Official Vodka of New Year's Eve" have teamed up with on-demand transportation app Uber, who will provide discounts for safe rides home on New Year's Day 2014.  Throughout the remainder of 2013, consumers are urged to pledge to #CIROCthenewyear on Facebook and Twitter and make their commitment to never drink and drive.  If CIROC receives 10,000 pledges with #CIROCthenewyear, then Uber will provide new Uber users with a $25 coupon code, up to a maximum total of $1,000,000.  At 12:00pm EST on January 1, 2014 Combs will personally tweet and post a special code for new Uber users to redeem their discount. The rides will then be made available on a first come, first-served basis beginning at 12:00pm on January 1, 2014.  Consumers will be able to sign up with their code at Uber.com.

The program, which marks the brand's sixth annual Safe Rides campaign, kicked off in Los Angeles on November 21, 2013, with a launch event inside the Variety Studio.  Guests who posed for a pledge photo included Sarah Michelle Gellar, Zoe Saldana, Michael Yo, Kevin Frazier, and Thea Andrews.  CIROC will also host additional pledge parties throughout the month of December in key markets including New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Atlanta, Washington DC and Chicago.  To drive incremental awareness for the cause, CIROC, in partnership with Times Square Communications Worldwide, will also take over marquee billboards in Times Square and offer passersby a real-time opportunity to show their support.  Consumers will be able to post to #CIROCthenewyear and upload a photo for a chance to appear on one of these larger than life billboards.
"New Years is all about spending time with family and friends to reflect on the past year, but more importantly, start planning for what lies ahead," said Sean "Diddy" Combs who oversees all branding and marketing for CIROC. "Helping consumers begin their New Year safely is what this program is all about – reminding them that there is a true art to responsible celebration."
To further encourage awareness, all month long Combs and various other celebrities will be surprising pedestrians by collecting pledges at undisclosed locations and participating in dedicated public service announcements.  The content will be featured in the out of home advertising as well as across targeted media outlets. 
The Makers of CIROC would like to thank everyone in advance for helping us reach the 1 Million dollar goal and remind everyone to celebrate responsibly this season.  Whether you are attending a holiday party or just enjoying a night out with family and friends, if you are drinking be sure to designate a driver, call a cab or take public transportation to get home safely.

SEAN "DIDDY" COMBS GETS MORE DESCRIPTIVE, ON NEW REVOLT NETWORK.

From PRNewswire -Val Boreland, executive vice president of programming and strategy, provided a glimpse today into the on-air talent lineup for one of the largest independent network launches in cable history: "We're thrilled to welcome Amrit and Sibley to the REVOLT family; their body of work and perspectives on music today represents the level of depth we plan to deliver on-air on a daily basis to our viewers." Amrit Singh has been named as music and culture editor and host being joined by Sibley Scoles as host on the new music network. This announcement falls on the heels of the recently appointed REVOLT TV executive team that includes Keith Clinkscales as CEO, Andy Schuon as president, and Val Boreland as executive vice president of programming and strategy.

Amrit Singh comes to REVOLT TV from Stereogum where he served as executive editor for seven years, elevating the Website into a leading voice in independent music. Called a "global citizen to watch" and a "generational voice" by The Huffington Post, Amrit's video journalism has appeared on ABC, MTV, and Fuse. The NY State Bar certified attorney turned music expert is a Queens, NY native of Indian descent. As REVOLT TV's music and culture editor and host, Amrit will write programming and editorial content for all REVOLT platforms as well as serve as an on-air host.

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World known rapper, MC Sibley, also known as Sib Vicious, will also serve as an on-air host. A Bay Area native, Sibley has toured with Taio Cruz in the UK, has recorded with DMC from the pioneer hip hop group Run-DMC, and has performed during Paris Fashion Week. Her music is currently licensed by fashion icon Stella McCartney.

Through curated music videos, performances, interviews, and news, this team of experts will deliver the best of the best in music to the first multi-platform network for artists and fans – all live, on-air, and at the speed of social media.

PUFFY OVEREATS.

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