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PROVIDENCE HEAVYWEIGHT GREG Rebello, right, seen here in a win over Chris Guillen in 2012, returns to face Tyler King of Massachusetts on Friday, June 12th, 2015 on the main card of "CES MMA XXIX" at Twin River Casino in Lincoln, R.I. Two of the top heavyweights in the northeast, Rebello and King will battle on the AXS TV spotlight as part of CES MMA's nationally-televised event

 -- Greg Rebello knows better than to drown in all the pre-fight hype.

 

"It's 15 minutes of your life. That's it," he said, casually dismissing the buzzwords typically reserved for fights of this magnitude.

 

"It's a 15-minute fistfight. After that, we'll be drinking beers at the bar."

 

The second stint of Rebello's comeback, which began only six months after the 32-year-old Providence native retired in June of 2013, has finally come to this, another national TV showcase and a heavyweight showdown with Massachusetts vet Tyler King on the main card of "CES MMA XXIX" Friday, June 12th, 2015 at Twin River Casino.

 

Few heavyweights in this region have been this good for this long. A former college and pro football player, the 35-year-old King is 9-2 after beating Mike Mucitelli on short notice in March, also on AXS TV, while Rebello ran his record to 17-6 following a win overJ.A. Dudley in October. With both fighters having trained with one another through the years, developing a friendship while each climbing the ladder at their own pace, they figured this day would come.

 

"It was only a matter of time," Rebello said. "Someone will go to the top and someone will go back into the mix. I want to go higher up that ladder, and in order to do so I have to fight guys like this. I'm cool with that."

 

"I have tremendous respect for Greg," added King, "but this is business. It's a job. It's what we get paid to do. I'm trying to take his head off and he's trying to take my head off. It is what it is. We both love to do this.

 

"If I didn't come in and try to take his head off, it'd be disrespectful to him."

 

Rebello (17-6, 9 KOs) has experience and a killer Muay Thai repertoire on his side. The brutality of the head kick he administered on Cody Lightfoot in 2011 remains entrenched in the memories of New England fans. Some would swear the bloodstains on the canvas haven't faded either, perhaps a warning for anyone who dares to get within striking distance.

 

"He's a junkyard dog, a real tough prick," King said. "It won't be easy to put away a guy like that."

 

King is more of a wrestler than a striker, a hulking, 6-foot-5, 223-pound former lineman who would stand to benefit from keeping his opponent on the canvas, thereby neutralizing Rebello's ability to end the fight with one blow.

 

As he contemplates his strategy, remaining focused on the task at hand rather than what lies ahead, Rebello admits his chief concernFriday is "not getting laid on." Though not aesthetically pleasing, the "lay and pray" approach worked swimmingly for Mike Stewart and Lewis Rumsey, each of whom mauled Rebello when faced with the task of defending a prestigious Muay Thai striker.

 

Those fights left Rebello at a crossroads, physically and emotionally drained from raising his infant daughter and not being able to put all his efforts into training. With his daughter approaching her third birthday, Rebello can finally balance fighting and fatherhood. This, he says, is the best he's felt in years.

 

"I've trained more for this fight than I have for any other camp over the past three years," he said. "Life's gotten a lot easier. Now my daughter comes to the gym with me and jumps in the ring. She loves it.

 

"I'm in unbelievable shape," he continued. "I don't get injured. My body doesn't have the wear and tear of someone in their mid-20s. I've never been hurt. I've never torn an ACL. I train smart. I've cut my sparring days in half. I do a lot more technique work and working on my standup. One day a week, we go at it, then the rest is all technical stuff. I recover a lot faster. I train hard, but I train smart, too."

 

This may be "just another fight," as King put it, but the muddled chain of command in New England's heavyweight division rests on the outcome of Friday's long-awaited showdown. Two friends sharing the spotlight, and perhaps a post-fight beverage when all is said and done, makes for must-see TV.

 

"I've never had an easy fight, and this goes along with that theme," King said. "I feel awesome. I'm coming into this fight feeling amazing.

 

"Greg has set a standard in New England for a long time. I'm aware of that. But everyone I face is just an opponent in my way. I need to be aware of what he does and what he's capable of."

 

Tickets for "CES MMA XXIX" are priced at $40.00, $55.00, $100.00 and $125.00 and available for purchase online atwww.cesmma.com or www.twinriver.com, by phone at 401-724-2253/2254 or at the Twin River Players Club. All fights and fighters are subject to change.

 

"CES MMA XXIX" features 11 bouts, including the return of reigning CES MMA welterweight champion Chuck O'Neil (15-6, 5 KOs) of Bourne, Mass., who defends his title in the main event againstDominique Steele (12-5, 3 KOs) of Cincinnati, Ohio.

 

Also on the main card, East Providence, R.I., middleweight Nate Andrews (6-1, 3 KOs) returns to face Jay Bakanowski (3-1, 2 KOs) of Northborough, Mass.; bantamweight Dinis Paiva Jr. (6-5, 4 KOs) of East Providence battles Brazilian Bruno Marques (7-5-1, 5KOs); and unbeaten Providence welterweight Eric Spicely (6-0, 2 KOs) faces New York's Harley Beekman (7-2, 4 KOs).

 

The preliminary card includes a three-round welterweight boutAbe Pitrowski (6-2, 1 KO) of Pawtucket, R.I., and Mike Rodriguez (2-0) of Boston and a hard-hitting featherweight battle between Joe Pingitore (4-2, 1 KO) of Johnston, R.I., and James Murrin (3-2, 2 KOs) of Dorchester, Mass. Featherweight Evan Parker (4-3, 1 KO) of Worcester, Mass., faces Pete Rogers Jr.(2-1, 2 KOs) of Norwich, Conn.; welterweight Toby Oden (1-1) of Milford, Mass.; battles Wayne Alhquist (1-1, 1 KO) of Meredith, N.H.; Woonsocket, R.I., bantamweight Kody Nordby (3-3) facesJesse Gutierrez (1-0) of Norwood; and Andy Aiello (5-1, 3 KOs) of Bridgewater, Mass., battles Devin Pilkington (0-2) of Smithfield, R.I.

 

For more information on "CES MMA XXIX" visit www.cesmma.com, follow @CESMMA on Twitter and Instagram and "like" the official CES MMA Facebook fan page.

 

 

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The New release by Billy Dollaz, called "Rush", follow up to the hit release single "Quicka". Billy Dollaz is a native New Jersey emcee, known for his collaborations with the Outsidaz and other Jersey artists. Now he brings his #BlackCard Music with IMC Music Group, to release his long awaited unnamed 2015 album. Get his new single "Rush" on iTunes:

 

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A rapper/software developer and a former banker from Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Better known by his stage and artist name Legend Jerry, he grew up in Boston, MA where he studied Corporate Finance and then Law in Europe. 

Debuted in 2011 with the B.i.b.L.e mixtape as LJ, his music is largely influenced by the works of MF DOOMEminemCannibal Ox & Ka

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Elliot Foster

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New Music From Chicago Unsigned Hype R&b songwriter & singer Elliot Foster [Feat.Joe G]
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Deion's Family Playbook” is the fun-filled and compelling real-life story of Deion Sanders, pro athlete and single father raising five kids of his own, while also helping to raise five other children who live with him—including the twins whom his mother cares for, his niece and nephew and a student in need whom he recently took into his home.

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Main Events Strengthens Stable with Signing of Two New England Locals: Middleweight Thomas Falowo and Heavyweight Prospect Cassius Chaney

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Main Events adds two new fighters to their already impressive stable with the signing of two New England prospects: middleweight Thomas "The Souljah" Falowo (13-3, 8 KOs) of Providence, Rhode Island and heavyweight Cassius Chaney (1-0, 1 KO) of New Haven, Connecticut.  

 

 

Falowo, 26, is coming off an impressive win over his long-time amateur rival, Russell Lamour, on ESPN Friday Night Fights on January 30 at Foxwoods in Connecticut. The two met several times as amateurs with Lamour winning all but one match-up but, in their first fight as pros, Falowo took the victory in an exciting unanimous decision.

 

 

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Thomas Falowo
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The Souljah made his professional debut in 2010 with a second round stoppage of Odias Dumezil after which he stopped his next three opponents and won his first six professional bouts. Prior to his win over Lamour, Falowo suffered defeat at the hands of former amateur standout Ronald Gavril on Showtime. Notably, two of Falowo's three career losses have come at the hands of undefeated fighters.

 

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Chaney, 27, made an impressive professional debut in his adopted home state of Connecticut on Friday, April 17 at Mohegan Sun with a second round stoppage of Perry Filkins of New Hampshire. Cassius is originally from Baltimore, Maryland but he moved to Connecticut where he earned a Sport Management degree and played basketball as a student at the University of New Haven. He has made Connecticut his home ever since.

 

 

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Both fighters and their camps are very excited to work with Main Events. Falowo said, "I am very grateful for the opportunity to work with such a great promotional company. I am ready to do great things. This is the beginning to a long and successful career and I am looking forward to working with Main Events."

 

Michael Criscio, his manager, added, "I think that Thomas is a great fit for a great promoter like Main Events, Thomas has never been in this kind of a situation before. He will now have the opportunity to fight all over the world whereas, before he was stuck on the East Coast, with no chance of getting on TV."

 

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The sentiment from the Chaney camp was similar. He said, "I am very excited to work with Main Events. This is a great opportunity for me and I cannot wait for the things to come."  

 

Chaney is co-managed by Allen Hadelman and Jake Piekarski. Hadelman said, "Cassius is special. He has all the tools to become a world champ. He is dedicated, smart, athletic and is only going to get better." Piekarski added, "We think Cassius is a very promising young fighter with a great work ethic and unlimited potential. We are very excited to have signed a promotional deal with a top tier organization like Main Events and look forward to working together for years to come!"

 

Both fighters are trained by Peter Manfredo. When asked about Falowo, Manfredo said, "Thomas has been totally dedicated to his craft from the first day he walked into the gym at age 14. He continues to strive for that championship status and signing with Main Events is the vehicle to take him there." When asked about Chaney, he added, "Cassius Chaney is a skilled, athletic, determined heavyweight who in just two and a half years with me won the amateur national championship twice. He is a diamond in the rough. With Kathy Duva and the expertise of Main Events this boxer can make it to world championship status."

 

Main Events CEO Kathy Duva said, "Thomas Falowo and Cassius Chaney are exciting additions to our roster. I look forward to seeing them in great fights in packed New England venues, while we work together to build them into the champions I know they can be."

 

 

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American Street Rapper Cali Cvsh (@CaliCvsh) has London celebrating his music like he's from there

With the world's eyes on him, the grime MC sticks firmly to his EASTCOAST Hip Hop roots.

By AIMEE CLIFF for thefader.com

To mark the release of his latest singles "Kill Shot ( Shooters )" and "WARRANT" in the UK today, @calicvsh addressed haters and imitators on the description portions of his illustrious soundcloud account. his appearance on the Kanye West assisted record " Da Plug " was criticized by MTV as aggressive and intimidating but necessary. Kill shot is sure to raise a few eyebrows. While fans worldwide wait for #tHeALtERNATEeNDiNG, watch Cali Cvsh keep it 100 and strictly grime on this new release. but for the female fan of this immense talent you will enjoy the PG energy on the WARRANT record. follow the boy boy on twitter @CALICVSH
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American Basketball Association (ABA) Announces

New Media & Entertainment Division

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Indianapolis, IN. The American Basketball Association (ABA) www.abalive.com today announced the launch of ABA Media & Entertainment, a new division designed to emcompass all media, including TV, radio and social media as well as league associated music tours. The announcement was made by ABA co-founder Joe Newman, who said the new division will be led by hip hop mogul Antjuan "Tjuan
Benafactor" Washington, an established musician, award-winning songwriter and owner of the Steel City Yellow Jackets, a Pittsburgh-based ABA team. Tjuan has more than 10 years of entertainment and marketing experience.

Newman stated that Washington's role is effective immediately and that he was the ideal candidate to lead the new division. "Tjuan's credentials speak for themselves," said Newman. "He's a total professional with a great mix of strategic and analytical skills. It doesn't hurt that Tjuan is connected with the majority of the urban music scene which is more than I could ever ask as the ABA has always prided itself on being an urban league. Tjuan also has extensive experience in a wide range of product and service categories," added Newman. "And we are delighted to welcome him to lead the ABA's media and entertainment into the future."

Washington will serve as CEO/President of the new division and will lead a diverse team of basket ball, business, music and media professionals to leverage capabilities and resources in these areas. The Executive Staff will include:

Dylan Z. Gioia, Director of Media Relations & Operations (Dylan also owns the Brooklyn Skyrockets)
Darnell Van Rensalier, Director of Music & Entertainment (lead singer of legenday R&B Group Shai)
Tionna Coleman, Director of Human Resources
Roger "Dub P" Beckwith, Director of A & R's
Ricardo Stuvaints, League/Artist Liason

The concerts will be part of the ABA's Proud to Serve America initiative (www.proudtoservecoffee.com), which supports the military, police & firefighters. Proceeds will be donated to assist all PTSA programs.

About the American Basketball Association
The American Basketball Association (ABA) is a men's professional basketball league that was founded in 1999. It was the re-launch of the original ABA that merged with the NBA in 1976 and was co-founded by Joe Newman and Richard P. Tinkham. Tinkham was co-founder of the original ABA and the original Indiana Pacers which was one of the teams that merged into the NBA. Joe Newman was the CEO of Joe Newman Advertising, Inc as well as CEO of Alliance Broadcasting Group, Inc. In 1999, the duo joined forces, licensed the ABA name from the NBA and re-launched the ABA. The league has grown to become the largest professional sports league in the US with over 60 teams as well as the most diversified professional sports league ever with over 75% of its owners being African-American, Hispanic, Asians and women. The league also has two teams in Western Canada.

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Media Contact
Dylan Z Gioia
ABA Media & Entertainment
Office: (347) 452-3682
Email: ABA.Media.Entertainment@gmail.com

For information about the ABA, email Joe Newman at conniejoenewman@aol.com or call (317) 844-7502

 

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The strength in love is mighty. With the right support and wisdom, one can reign supreme and rise to fame, should they desire it and keep the will to work for it. “Famous” by Sammy Veal feat/Jazmine Sullivan is a passionate display of focus and determination. With cameo appearances from the artist’s “Mema” (as he affectionately calls his grandmother), as well as other friends, mentors and family members, “Famous” is simply about staying the course and keeping pure motives for desiring the leadership and responsibility of upward mobility.

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Since 07 I been following Celebrity Sparker, before he teamed up with  DUBLYFE ENT. I’ve noticed, through some of his recent works, he has leaked that his new project will be titled ‘Lift Off No Landing.'  Recently, he dropped 'We Have Lift Off' project and released 'Reclynin n Pynin' as the first video from it.

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Get Pesos by Big Woodz & Sonny B

NEW HEAT!!!!! The homies Big Woodz and Sonny B have teamed up to bring u this new banger off their collaborative project Booze Brothers in the making! These guys have been at it for some time so I must say I was very excited to find out about this new dope ass Video! Watch for yourself! And share with all your homies!

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