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2007 International Soul Music Summit Summit Returns with Mission to Connect Musical Worlds While Making a Global Impact Atlanta, GA – (February 2007) – The International Soul Music Summit (ISMS) returns to Atlanta, Georgia, July 25th – 29th , 2007 with a new theme, more artists, networking and nightlife activities. With the theme: Underground Meets Mainstream: It's Time to Connect , the International Soul Music Summit is ready to make a global impact. The largest music conference in the world dedicated to the soul genre; the International Soul Music Summit provides mainstream, emerging and independent soul artists, retailers, consumers and executives with information, networking opportunities, and technology on how to build noteworthy careers while continuing to make passionate, timeless music. Terry Bello, Executive Producer/Creator of The International Soul Music Summit and Billboard's 2006 Music Director of the Year, says this year's summit will be the event of the soul music world. The first conference, planned in only six weeks, attracted attendees from across the US and as far away as London . By broadening our theme, we have invited people from other music scenes to honest, open and frank conversations about music. We have opened the door for artists to speak directly to the decision makers who are placing music and generating spins. Bello, a longtime radio personality and the voice of soul radio says, "My goal is to educate people about this music and do everything possible to get this scene and the music to the next level. Like Jazz and hip-hop before us, this music is underground now but is poised to be the next big thing." Components of the 2007 International Soul Music Summit, July 25 – 29th, include: Ø Panels (artists, retail, radio, management, performance, consumers etc.) Ø Live Performances & Concerts/Acoustic Jam Sessions Ø Themed Networking Sessions/ISMS Network Ø Unsigned Artists Showcase Ø The Angel Awards Hotel and registration specials are now available for a limited time online @ www.soulsummitonline.com. Sponsors on board at press time include Heineken, BETJ, Rolling Out and The Music Choice. About ISMS: Birthed in 2006 by "the voice of soul" and Billboard's 2006 Music Director of the Year, Terry Bello, The International Soul Music Summit is the largest music conference in the world dedicated to the soul music genre. The inaugural conference created in 6 weeks brought over 500 attendees from as far as London, England. Among the artists who have supported this event are Trina Broussard, Rashaan Patterson, Peven Everett, Jaguar Wright, Heston, Eric Roberson, Martin Luther and Grammy Award Winner Gordon Chambers. The International Soul Music Summit prides itself on being the internationally known summit that provides informative and relevant panels along with networking & technology sessions on the future of soul music. The 2007 International Soul Music Summit will take place in Atlanta, GA, July 25 – 29th, 2007. For more information on The 2007 International Soul Music Summit, hotel accommodations, performance and panel schedules, visit www.soulsummitonline.com or call the ISMS Hotline @ 917. 804.4926. For media inquires or interview requests contact jGlass communications @ 678.789.5824or [EMAIL PROTECTED] 2007 International Soul Music Summit Fact Sheet Dates: July 25 – 29th, 2007 Creator/Executive Producer: Terry Bello, Location: Atlanta, GA General Info Line: 917.804.4926 Website: www.soulsummitonline.com Board of Directors: TBA Hotel: The Marriot Hotel (Downtown) Registration: Online @ www.soulsummitonline.com (Specials available for limited time!) Official Sponsors: Heineken, BET J, The Music Choice, Rolling Out Media Contact: jGlass communications 678.789.5824 For more information on The 2007 International Soul Music Summit, hotel accommodations, performance and panel schedules, visit www.soulsummitonline.com or call the ISMS Hot line @ 917. 804.4926. For media inquires or interview requests contact jGlass communications @ 678.789.5824 or [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please Copy,paste,forward & post Thank you for all your Help Terry Bello Executive Producer & Creator The International Soul Music Summit (ISMS) The Soul Lounge - GrooveNation Inc 2970 Peachtree Rd Suite 404 Atlanta, GA 30305 917-804-4926 [EMAIL PROTECTED] Myspace links: Soul Lounge Vol.1 http://www.myspace.com/thesoullounge2 Soul Music Summit http://www.myspace.com/soulsummitsos Terry Bello – Voice of Soul http://www.myspace.com/soullounge *-----------------------------------------------* 3/21/07 WINTER SOULSTICE A Live Music & Spoken Word Experience hosted by Komplex W/ Special Invited Guest MISHALL MOORE, JAGUAR WRIGHT, BASIC VOCAB and more ------------------------------------------------------ Ingrid B B Side Ent Events & Promotions For The B Side Of Life PH: 305.519.1369 www.ingridbonline.com www.thebohemiaroom.com www.myspace.com/bingridb ------------------------------------------------------ ASK ME ABOUT GEORGIA ME(Tony Award Winning Poet) www.georgiame.com KOMPLEX (Poet/ Emcee/ Host ) www.komplexonline.com KechThis Inc (Public Relations) www.kechthis.com Russell Taylor (Soul Singer) www.myspace.com/russelltaylor Jaguar Wright (Soul Singer) www.myspace.com/jaguarwright ImageNation UBIQUITA NYC "Sometimes, I feel discriminated against, but it does not make me angry. 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