Music Cares

On September 26th, Typhoon Ondoy hit the Philippines, bringing rain equaling that of a month's worth of rainfall within 6 hours. Its aftermath is devastating--at least 246 victims died in the storm and 38 people remain missing. Many filipinos now remain homeless, cold, and hungry; a majority of them seeking shelter in one of 207 evacuation centers.

In an effort to help provide relief, J-ricz (j-ricz.com) is collecting donations in behalf of all the victims of Typhoon Ondoy. All donations will be forwarded to UNICEF (http://www.unicef.org/philippines), where it will benefit children directly affected by Ondoy. We have also received a tip that an anonymous donor has pledged to match all donations made to UNICEF. We urge everyone to make the effort to help out in any way you can--every donation, no matter how small or big will go long way. To make a donation, please visithttp://jricz.chipin.com/typhoon-ondoy-relief.

J-ricz has also pledged to donate all proceeds (during October until the end of December) of his upcoming single "Love Affair" to UNICEF. Information on various drop-off locations for food or clothing donations will also be provided. Visit http://www.j-ricz.com/list4/link.php?t=m&i=7&s=1284&l=Li4vLi4v for more information.

New Single for 2009!

Dear Music Fans, This is J-ricz everyone! I wanted to let everybody know that I've been busy in the studios recording my sophomore album available to you in 2010! It's official. The name of the album is entitled MUSICPHILIAC and it simply means someone who is a music lover. I am definitely proud of this album not only because of the opportunity that was presented to me by my international label in Japan but I am also producing most of the songs from the upcoming album. I wanted to thank you all again for supporting my music. Next month I will be releasing a new single and I hope that you all will enjoy this club single as much as I did writing and producing it. Thank you and God Bless! J

J-ricz on JOINTS Exclusive 2

After the buzz from their first compilation, JOINTS Exclusive, Phase1 announces the release of the follow-up, JOINTS, Volume 2.  Both of these compilation albums bring a mix of local artists in varying styles to one CD.  JOINTS, Volume 2 features fresh talent such as JRicz (featuring Mucho Deniro, The Beat Bumz), Tracy Cruz, Jannel Candrice, Honore' (featuring Jamine Trias), Marlon Dane, 4Corners, April Chase, Joey Diamond, Eye Eighty, Ktina (featuring Focus), Raelynne Rosales, Cathy Querubin, and Angelo Trinidad (featuring Sky), to more seasoned artists such as vocal singing group, Legaci, and R&B hip hop band, Eye Eighty.  Be sure to pick up your copy of JOINTS, Volume 2 at your local record store or download online.

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LIpu_rB6vA

Official Website

www.phase1ent.com 

Questions Answered!

This issue of the A-Profiler, Ray Lam interviews J-ricz, a musician and vocalist whose latest album, Genesis, was a two year project in the making. Find out what part of performing J-ricz enjoys, what his dream is for his music career, and his favorite and least favorite Filipino food. Read more go to: www.aarising.com/aprofiler

Mother's Day Music Video w/Introduction (720p HD)

Mother's Day"
J-ricz feat. The Beat Bumz
http://j-ricz.com
http://beatbumz.com

Produced by The Beat Bumz for Entropy Entertainment
Lyrics by Mike Cao
Music by Robby Moya
Published by Of Mics and Pen (ASCAP) / Robert Moya (ASCAP) / Mike Cao (ASCAP)
Engineered, Mixed, and Recorded at Studio 85, Brea, CA
J-ricz appears courtesy of Introverse Records
Copyright © 2009 Entropy Entertainment

DOWNLOAD THE MP3 FOR FREE:http://beatbumz.com/page/downloads

LYRICS:

Verse 1:
I never told you, never told you
Ive appreciated
Everything youve done for me
Only told you apologies 

I never thought about the 
Things youve had to sacrifice
It was all for me 

Pre-Chorus 1:
Looking back I see
What youve meant to me
Ive caused you pain
Time and time again 

Yet you still loved me
Unconditionally
Its cuz of you
I made it through 

And I want you to know 

Chorus:
I love you, Mama
I love you, Mama
Wanna thank you, Mama
Treat everyday like its Mothers Day 

Verse 2:
I wouldnt be here without your love
Gonna make sure that I make it
Promise you that I wont waste it 

And pay you back for all the things you do
For me
Now its all for you 

Pre-Chorus 2:
When the times got rough
Never given up
You stayed by my side
Said that everythings alright 

Though it wasnt much
Weve always had enough
Enough to make it by

And I want you to know

Chorus
x2 

Rap:
Mom I finally got around to writing you this track
Since you gave me my life 'bout time I gave you back
Somethin' from my art, better yet my heart
I got you from now on, cuz you loved me from the start 
Gotta thank you for havin' me that one summer yo
And I tell the whole world, even Stevie Wonder knows
In fact here's just another ordinary day
But I still pick up the phone, call you to just say 

Chorus
x2 

Outro

Copyright (C) 2009 Entropy Entertainment.http://entropy.com

Music video directed and edited by Mike Cao.
Filmed using a single Canon HV30 and edited in Adobe Premiere Pro CS4.

Thanks to everyone for submitting their pictures for inclusion in this video!

London based designer sponsors J-ricz

Nicholas ‘Nico’ Almontero, founder of brand new cutting edge fashion label Disciplined, had a vision: to defy the conventions of high street fashion by only producing highly limited edition clothing lines. Backed up by his previous experience working within retail management, visual merchandising and his BA Hons in Graphic Information Design degree from Westminster University in London, Nico's endless ideas aim to offer an urban style that appeal to a mainstream market. Nico is also has business support form the Princes Trust after under going a ‘Dragons Den’ style panel. 

Each Disciplined hand-crafted garment yields a level of uniqueness rivaled only by that of small boutiques. Whether it is a hand-beaded T-shirt, a crystal-encrusted top or a retro T-dress, Disciplined always delivers designs for people seeking something a bit different.  

All Disciplined garments are designed at our London head office and are specially made in the Philippines. Disciplined is committed to ethical working practices, guaranteed by Nico's regular visits to the production centres, and to this end they offer training schemes and employment to smaller communities in provincial regions.   

Websites

www.be-disciplined.com

www.myspace.com/disciplinedlimitedwww.facebook.com – 'Disciplined London' 

Email: mail@be-disciplined.com 

Designer:

Nicholas ‘Nico’ Almontero

More pictures from Japan

It's been a full out marketing and promotion for the album GENESIS. So far, Japanese fans enjoy listening to (in no particular order) tracks "Beautiful Life,""When You're in Love,""My Everything,""It's all about You," and "Do For You." It's cool to be displayed next to major label artists in different music stores. I even got my own huge poster! Sweet deal. I'll keep you all posted!

Genesis No. 1 at Tower Records, Japan

Genesis becomes No. 1 selling album in Japan Tower Records along with Major Label Artists! Sweet

March 16th Album in Store release in Japan!

It's official!!! Japan just re-released my debut album last March 16 in participating retail stores. This is definitely a great opportunity for my music to get exposed and possibly a chance for me to fly there this year. I've never been in Japan other than the time when I had a stop over on my way to Philippines. I hope that folks out there will love the album. Hmm now I just need a copy of that Japanese edition cover!

Genesis Album in Japan!!!

Executive Producer Mr. Morio Kuwahara of Inpartmaint Inc. made an exclusive 2 year agreement deal with Introverse Records (under exclusive license from RAS Music Group and LunaCo Company) artist J-ricz on his first debut album Genesis. A&R International Sho Kamura with Sales & Promotion team Shota Inaba, Masami Shimomura, Shin Osaki, Teru Makabe, and Fumi Umehara have set the date of the album to be released early this year. A new Japanese cover edition design was created by Ryo Sugi for I.D.D. (see below). We would like to congratulate J-ricz on his dedication to music!

J-ricz West Coast Tour!

J-ricz West Coast Tour 2009

-Stockton

-San Francisco

-Long Beach

-San Diego

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