Hip-hop entertainer Common takes music into a whole new perspective. Not only does he apply real life experiences but he lives by the phrase "what am I giving to the world" when creating his music. Common relates this process of thinking to "Finding Forever," which he labeled his seventh album, predominantly produces by world-reowned artist Kanye West. Along with "Finding Forever" being his first chart-topper on the Billboard charts, it was later was nominated and won many awards throughout 2007-2008.

Common's acting career started in 2003 with small appearances in television sitcoms, but than made his big screen debut with the hottest celebrities in "Smokin' Aces." This opportunity opened doors for Common which lead to other features such as "Wanted" featuring Angelina Jolie and Morgan Freeman, and "American Gangster" featuring Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe.

Common has actively been involved with different organizations, including PETA to support animal rights, Knowing is Beautiful, a HIV/AIDS awareness campaign, along with supporting President Obama in his run to the White House during 2008. He has now paired up with Eden Roc and Hotel944 to perform with the hottest acts and celebrities, promising one of the biggest parties that Miami has ever seen. Friday, February 5th he will be taking over the party poolside to perform with artist Drake.



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The talent list keeps getting better for the super weekend party being held at the Edon Roc in Miami Beach, Fla., February 4-7. One of the newest artists to be performing at this star-filled, four-day event is Drake. You can hear Drake live February 5 at 9 p.m. till 12 a.m. (Who would have thought Jimmy from "Degrassi" was going to be one of the hottest new rappers to hit the industry?)

Drake, who group up in Canada, started his carreer as Jimmy Brooks on the hit Canadian show "Degrassi: The Next Generation." Drake played a basketball star who became paralyzed when his classmate shot him in the back. Ironically, after his shooting he began to focus on his music career with his on-television girlfriend Ashley.

Drake's music career began in 2006 when he released a mixtape on his MySpace. With all the buzz his mixtape made he began producing more. In 2007, he released "Comeback Season" which featured the single "Replacement Girl." When "Replacement Girl" aired on BET, Drake became the first unsigned Canadian rapper to have his music video shown on BET. Soon after, Drake's music fell in the hands of Lil Wayne, and Wayne insisted Drake come on tour with him.

In 2009 Drake released his third mixtape, "So Far Gone", which featured two singles, "Best I Ever Had" and "Successful." Since his release of "So Far Gone," Drake has worked with music legends ranging from Jay-Z to Mary J. Blige. This is definitely an act and performance you do not want to miss.

For more information about Drake check out http://www.myspace.com/thisisdrake.]]> Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.944.com/blog/drake-performing-at-eden-roc/ http://www.944.com/blog/hottest-super-bowl-xliv-parties-in-miami-fl/

In honor of the Super Bowl XLIV, Miami Beach, Fla., will be poppin' off with tons of parties all weekend long. Events sponsered by companies such as Bud Light, Hooters, Pepsi, Maxim, Playboy and many more are sure to make headlines, so make sure you get all the information necessary. This will be a weekend to remember!

Remember to pack a baithing suit, because in the city of string bikinis, pool parties are of plenty! Attend Hotel 944 at Eden Roc Renaissance Resort where Skam Artist DJs will be spinning poolside Friday from 10am-5pm and Saturday from 10am-4pm. Hooter's is hosting a daily pool party at the Doubletree Surfcomber Hotel in South Beach from January 28th to February 7th. The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla., is home to the Red Bull pool party at 1pm on Februrary 4th.

Join Holly Madison, Kim Kardashian and Roselyn Sanchez for their Leather and Laces event at the Art Deco Paris Theater on Friday February 5th. Kendra Wilkinson will be hosting Super Friday with TropicBeauty.com's model search at the Passion Nightclub at the Hard Rock Hotel on Friday Februrary 5th. Don't miss the Bud Bowl concert with Usher at the Doubletree Surfcomber Hotel on February 5th.

Be sure to check out www.supersundayhq.com for a detailed list of events and happenings going on Super Bowl weekend. ]]> Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.944.com/blog/hottest-super-bowl-xliv-parties-in-miami-fl/ http://www.944.com/blog/wyclef-live-at-eden-roc-renaissance-in-miami-beach-fl/

The multi-platinum musician, rapper and producer Wyclef Jean is the latest headliner announced for Hotel 944 at the Eden Roc Renaisssance in Miami Beach, Fla. On Saturday February 6, Wyclef will hit the stage with fellow music stars Kid Sister and Mario to perform poolside in honor of the biggest sports weekend of the year.

Recently, the multiplatinum artist has been garnering headlines for his efforts to help the victims of the Haitian earthquake. As the founder of Yele Haiti, Wyclef's plea for help spread all across the world through social networks such as Facebook and Twitter. Through Yele Haiti, Wyclef uses music, media and sports to help raise awareness to the country as well as make a difference in education, health and improving the enviornment and community.

Originally breaking into the mainstream as a member of the iconic group, The Fugees, Wyclef (along with Lauryn Hill and "Pras" Michel) sold more than 18 million copies of their classic album, "The Score." After striking out on his own in 1997, Wyclef has continued his successful career, working with everyone from Lil Wayne to Earth, Wind & Fire to Shakira. His seventh studio album will be released this February.

To hear what Wycled has to say, visit his blog http://wyclefjean.wordpress.com to learn more about his adventure to help Haiti.]]> Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:33:11 MST http://www.944.com/blog/wyclef-live-at-eden-roc-renaissance-in-miami-beach-fl/ http://www.944.com/blog/snoop-dogg-performing-at-eden-roc-hotel/

To kick off the start to 2010's Hotel 944 at the Eden Roc Hotel in Miami Beach, Fla., the one and only Snoop Dogg will be hit the stage on February 4 from 9 pm-2 am. He will be accompanied by NASCAR driver Jimmie Johnson and Nick Lachey for their charity event.

A world-renowned hip-hop wordsmith for the past two decades, Snoop Dogg has reached a mainstream fame and success rarely seen by anyone in the entertainment industry. In addition to crafting platinum-selling albums such as "Doggystyle" and "Malice N Wonderland," Snoop Dogg has appeared in motion pictures as well as hosted his own TV shows such as "Doggy Fizzle Televizzle," "Dogg After Dark" and "Snoop Dogg's Father Hood." He has also made appearances on Showtime's "Weeds" and HBO's "Entourage." The rapper even founded Snoopadelic Films in 2005, and debuted the feature film "Boss'n Up."

Recently, after the tragic earthquake in Haiti, Snoop Dogg lent a helping hand working the phone banks at CNN for their Haiti Relief Telethon hosted by Larry King on January 18. The event raised an impressive $5 million for UNICEF and Red Cross.

For more information about Snoop Dogg visit www.snoopdogg.com.]]> Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:33:11 MST http://www.944.com/blog/snoop-dogg-performing-at-eden-roc-hotel/ http://www.944.com/blog/paul-oakenfold-live-at-the-eden-rock-renaissance-miami-beach-fl/

The geat sounds of Paul Oakenfold can be heard Thursday, February 4, at the Eden Rock Miami Beach, Fla., to kick off the first night of the biggest sports weekend of the year. Oakenfold will be performing live from 10:00 pm to 1:00 am at the Jose Cuervo Platino Penthouse.

Paul Oakenfold has been hailed by CNN, "Rollingstone," "BPM" and other media outlets as one of the world's leading DJs and remixers. He is a two-time Grammy nominee for his 2007 "A Lively Mind" album and his 2004 "Creamfields" album, both of which were nominted for "Best Electronic/Dance Album." Oakenfold's songs have been used in ad campaigns for Diet Coke, Saab and Toyota. He has also worked with everyone from Ryan Tedder of Onerepublic to the late Brittany Murphy.

His other accomplishments include a touring schedule that has taken him all over the world, including the Great Wall of China, the Hollywood Bowl and Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado. Don't miss the opportunity to hear one of the greatest DJs in the world.



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Business mogul Russell Simmons will be going all in as host of a celebrity poker tournament at the Hotel 944 at the Eden Roc Renaissance Resort in Miami Beach, Fla., on February 6.

After building one of the most successful and influential hip-hop empires in the industry, Simmons has become focused on his philanthropic endeavors that include supporting a number of charities, ranging from PETA, The Humane Society, US Doctors in Africa, and (RED), to name a few. He is also the co-chairman of the Hip-Hop Summit Action Network as well as co-founder of the Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation with his brothers. Most recently, in May 2009 the United Nations appointed Simmons to be Goodwill Ambassador for UN Slavery Memorial to recognize the victims of slavery as well as the transatlantic slave trade.

Aside from his tremedous contributions to charity, Simmons is better known for his fashion and media empire. His most popular fashion line is Phat Farm, which has sprung into two other labels, Baby Phat and Run Athletics. He also created the lines Argyleculture and American Classics. Simmons' music career started in 1984 when he met Rick Rubin and founded Def Jam Records which went on to produce artists such as the Beastie Boys, Jay-Z and LL Cool J, among a host of others. Simmons used the name of his record label and expanded to ther niche markets. Def Comedy Jam and Def Poetry are both televison shows, and Def Poetry has recently been brought to stage on Broadyway. Simmons founded Rush Communications which is one of the largest African America-owned media companies in the United States. Whether it is fashion, charity, music or television, Russell Simmons is constantly influencing pop culture, and will undoubtebly continue to expand his growing empire.

To follow Russell Simmons blog on the Huffington Post, visit www.huffingtonpost.com ]]> Sun, 24 Jan 2010 09:33:11 MST http://www.944.com/blog/celebrity-poker-tournament-w-russell-simmons-at-eden-roc-renaissance-hotel/ http://www.944.com/blog/skam-artist-dj-takeover-at-eden-roc-renaissance-hotel-miami-beach-fl/

The Skam Artist DJ collective will be performing all three days of the highly anticipated Hotel 944 event at Eden Roc Renaissance Resort in Miami Beach, Fla. Featuring household names such as Lil Jon, DJ Skribble, DJ Vice and DJ Skratchy, the mixmasters will be playing poolside from 10 am to 4 pm on Friday and Saturday nights, as well as from 9 pm to 2 am on Sunday night.

Founded nine years ago by Sujit Kundu, Skam Artist DJs was created to host a family of DJs and promote them to work different club venues. The featured DJs play nightly venues at hotspots all over the United States, including Las Vegas, Miami, San Fransciso and Hollywood, among others.

For more information about Skam Artist DJ's and to get their schedule and roster, check out www.skamartist.com. ]]> Sat, 23 Jan 2010 09:33:11 MST http://www.944.com/blog/skam-artist-dj-takeover-at-eden-roc-renaissance-hotel-miami-beach-fl/ http://www.944.com/blog/mr-hudson-live-at-the-edon-roc/

On Friday, February 5, Kanye West's protege Mr. Hudson will be performing live poolside at The Eden Roc in Miami Beach.

The UK's Mr. Hudson has been garnering a huge amount of buzz thanks to a successful European album and the breakout hit, "Supernova." The singer/songwriter's musical composition ranges from heart warming melodies to jam sessions, with vocal stylings often compared to Sting. In addition to co-writing and performing on West's last album, Hudson has also worked with the likes of Jay-Z and Dizzee Rascal.

For more information on Mr. Hudson visit http://www.mrhudson.com]]> Fri, 22 Jan 2010 09:33:11 MST http://www.944.com/blog/mr-hudson-live-at-the-edon-roc/ http://www.944.com/blog/eden-roc-renaissance-hotel-miami-beach-fl/

Hotel 944 will kick the biggest sports weekend of the year early at the Eden Roc Renaissance Resort in Miami Beach, Fla. Eden Rock has recently renovated 631 rooms, all of which have gorgeous seaside views of Miami Beach. If the sand is starting to get on your nerves, you can relax by one of Eden Roc's four pools and snack at the Caban Beach Club or grab a bite to eat at Gia, an italian kitcken and wine bar. (Don't worry, to keep up with normal routines Eden Roc also offers a great gym and spa.) With $200 million allocated to the renovation, Eden Roc is now one of the most luxurious resorts to stay at on Miami Beach.

For more information please visit www.marriot.com/renaissancehotels or call 305-531-0000]]> Fri, 22 Jan 2010 09:33:11 MST http://www.944.com/blog/eden-roc-renaissance-hotel-miami-beach-fl/ http://www.944.com/blog/hotel-944/

It's official - Super Bowl XLIV is just around the corner, and 944 Media, publishers of 944 Magazine, and Relevent have partnered up to create Hotel 944. It's going to be incredible, a weekend-long entertainment experience taking over the recently renovated Eden Roc Renaissance Miami Beach, an amazing resort that has 631 fantastic rooms, and other incredible spaces just perfect for an event like this!

The event will have everything that concert and partygoers have come to expect from 944 events - world-class performances by top artists, celebrity appearances, charity events, and the hottest DJs. This year Skam Artist DJs will be taking over the pool deck area during the day - DJ Irie, DJ Vice and DJ Ross One are just some of the amazing talents that will be there.

Watch this space for more information on all the events taking place February 4th-6th, and visit www.hotel944.com for ticket info.]]> Fri, 15 Jan 2010 11:24:55 MST http://www.944.com/blog/hotel-944/