STELLAR AWARD NOMINEES, THE RIGHTEOUS RIDERS ADDED TO THE LINEUP AT BRIDGING THE GAP: GOSPEL HIP HOP CONFERENCE

Gospel Hip Hop Conference News

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Curtis Jermany
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Oakland, California -- February 10, 2003 -- TheGospelzone.com is pleased to announce the addition of 2002 Stellar Awards nominees The Righteous Riders as one of the featured artists appearing at the 1st Annual Bridging the Gap: Gospel Hip Hop Conference. Tyscot Records artist, The Righteous Riders will appear along with Agerman, formerly of the secular rap group 3Xs Krazy, Jah Word, Fros-T, Tragedy, Lisa McClendon, and many more artists to be showcased.

The Gospel Zone.com in partnership with Vital Stylz Music Group will present Bridging The Gap: Gospel Hip Hop Conference in Oakland, CA, June 12-14, 2003. This is a one of a kind event designed to open a dialog and bridge the gap between Christian rap and traditional gospel communities for the purpose of breeding mutual understanding and acceptance of all music styles with the same goal, winning souls for Christ.

Early registration is currently $45 per person and includes full access to
all concerts and activities during this three-day event.. New artist showcases participants receive product booths and various promotional opportunities. Workshop sessions include classes on enhancing ministry through music, as well as music, artist and label promotion through traditional means as well as new strategies including internet marketing.

For more information log onto www.gzunderground.com.

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