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This is who I am, a success story.EV TV & Film recently had the honor of spending time with recording sensation "Omen" on the film set of their network TV hit, "Who's Next Door. Omen took time to play seven tracks from his hit CD, "After the Pain", for the gathering of journalists. While the assembled crowd boogied, Omen and Manager and CEO of R.O.I. Records Derek Hunley introduced, and talked about the tracks one-by-one. As the actors and actresses danced, it became obvious that not only were the beats mind-boggling, but the lyrical content of Omens music was a tour-de-force. Clearly, this is a star on the rise. The CD has gained quick acceptance in the Phoenix, and West coast market, where one cannot enter a hot spot in the area without hearing Omens trademark vocals as the dance floor heats up.Currently, O.W. is making attention grabbing noise in not only the West Coast music scene, but also the Midwest, and East Coast markets. From sold out club venues, to record and CD stores, Omens' "After the Pain" is a recognizable sound. Promoters, and label scouts looking for the next 50 Cent, need only take a peek at this monstrous talent to ensure a legacy of top 10 hits and packed arenas. With cutting edge brilliance, Omen takes his listeners through the day-to-day street vibes, and in an unforgettable mixture of lyrical quality, and hooks, grabs his audience for a musical ride they will never forget.As a native of Petersburg VA, OMEN "Wolfie" WOLFGANG 9000 grew up in a close-knit family atmosphere. With 17 kids and their Mother all living in the same housing projects, there was plenty to do. Omen immediately fell in love with the world of soul. Listening to the amazing sounds of Marvin Gaye, Al Green, and Smokey Robinson got Omen hooked on wanting to become a music performer. Area talent shows became the stage where O.W. shined. He was a natural. Picking up further style, and sound from legends like, Michael Jackson, RUN-DMC, and RAKIM; Omen had a solid platform on which to build his own inimitable musical tomes.Deciding her son had the talent to build a better life for her family; Wolfie's mother soon joined the Omen traveling band. This allowed O.W. to travel with his inner circle, and see the world. By.. the age of 16, Wolfie settled in CA, and began to get serious inquiries about his musical talents. At the young age of 17, Omen signed his first contract with Looney Bin records, located in the music Mecca of Southern CA. As management sought to gain more and more control over the artist, Wolfie decided it was best to take his creative spark to the boom town of Phoenix, Arizona.While living with his brother in Arizona, O.W. has pioneered the rap group MAD LAD, consisting of himself and label mate RISE 1. His brother Tio has also recently joined the group. Along with his skills, Tio also brought along with him the media exposure needed to finance the groups first venture; the mega-hit, After the Pain". The project was independently released on the AZ. underground scene. Of major significance, the release was rated ..1 consignment ever by SAM GOODY & MUSIC LAND reps throughout southern AZ. The success of this album was the birth R.O.I. INC.As a company R.O.I. INC. has released 4 successful albums with an accumulative total of album sales reaching the 200,000 mark. Simultaneously with the production of these albums, MAD LAD had an intense schedule of show dates throughout southern AZ., performing with acts such as, ICE CUBE, SCARFACE, The ROOTS, DA BRAT, GENUINE, ROGER&ZAPP, LUNIZ, D-12, WU-TANG CLAN, FABULOUS. Over the years, O.W. perfected his craft by doing works with NUMSKULL of The LUNIZ, intros for CLEAR CHANNEL affiliate, 98.3, in southern AZ., the victory song for the U of A WILDCATS basketball team, and ..1 rap group in 2000 ANGEL CITY MUSIC CONVENTION, southern CA.
According to ROI's President and CEO Derek Hunley, Omen is a music labels dream comes true. "Here is a musical prodigy, who has demonstrated an ability to get a positive emotional response from all demographics. The young club kids can't get enough of his music, and the 25 and up crowd, is drawn to his powerful lyrics" Derek goes on to add, "I have witnessed some of the decades biggest hip-hop artists both in the studio, and on stage, and Omen not only has that "star power" presence, but his strength lies in his ability to connect to everyone with his songs."ROI Records is currently is accepting interviews, and offers from major labels that include; promotion planning, video projects & worldwide distribution. Gathering together these elements, O.W. will truly be able to showcase his genius with the "big dawgs" of the industry, and let the music speak for itself.To fully understand where this budding musical talent has his head planted, please take note of his quote to live life by,All glory is to GOD. I've always considered myself to be ahead of the game. With a major label backing me, I figure I can let the rest of the world catch up. You got to press PLATINUM, to go PLATINUM."
Every success story begins with a struggle. A resistance result in strength and strength becomes power.This is who I am, a success story.
"Get at me"
O.W. 9000
