MyGen Profile GeneratorSelling out has been an issue within the hip hop community since its inception on the streets of the South Bronx back in the late 1970’s. The Art of Selling Out is a documentary that will consider the controversy that surrounds this issue. Taking a journalistic approach, it will consider the who, what, where, why, when, and how of selling out within the hip hop community. Who are some people within the industry that fans may consider to have sold out? What is behind this idea, and why are so many people preoccupied with “keeping it real?†Where, or at what point does one begin to consider selling out? Why would one choose to do so? And finally, how does it happen? While many may consider this term to possess negative connotations, this film will look deeper to explore where this association came from. Furthermore, it asks if selling out is even a real thing? Is it inevitable? Is it simply being a success? Or is it a conscious choice? While the film focuses on how the issue affects the music industry, selling out is an issue effecting people’s decisions in many different aspects of modern life. From business ethics to interpersonal relationships, the fear of selling out surrounds us all. The Art of Selling Out is a controversial documentary that might offend some and empower others, but regardless of its effect, this film will cause people to think twice before labeling other’s actions.
Latest Update - December 29, 2007 :
BIG NEWS: Just returned from New York, big interviews with Pete Rock, DJ Alamo of Brand Nubian, DJ Enuff of Hot 97 and BET, Lupe Fiasco, Cipha Sounds of Hot 97, Shade 45 (Sirius Radio) and Sucker Free on MTV As well as Erica Holley - Director of Marketing of Def Jam, Jill Strada - Assistant Program Director and Music Director @ Hot 97, E-Bro Darden - Program Director @ Hot 97, Promotions @ Def Jam, DJ Semtex and artists Torae and Consequence. Big shout outs to Mazzi @ Def Jam and Peter Rosenberg @ Hot 97 for all their help and hook ups with interviews. As well as our NY DP - Scott Wagner.
Latest Update - September 2, 2007 :
Interview with the Legendary Pharoahe Monch.
Latest Update - May 30, 2007 :
Thanks to Michie Mee for giving her input.
Latest Update - March 20, 2007 :
Just wrapped up Canadian Music Week events, Pharoahe Monch concert, interviews with Brother Ali & Q-Unique.. Big shout outs to Just Entertainment for all their support...
January 28, 2006 :
Just completed interviews with Choclair & Jonathan Ramos - Director of A&R of Sony BMG Canada.
November 2, 2006 :
Covered the "Get Your Money Right" Hip Hop Summit in Toronto, red carpet interviews with Little X, Dr. Ben Chavis, Kardinal Offishal, Hi Tek and Saukrates.
