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Thursday, January 22, 2015
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Title Fights Highlight “BATTLE IN THE BALLROOM XIV” On Jan. 31ST
Clutch Players University is looking forward to covering this event. Here is the listed information.
WHAT: Live Amateur Boxing
WHEN: Sat. Jan. 31, 2015
WHERE: Historic Slovenian Nat’l Ballroom
(6417
St. Clair Ave. / Cleveland, OH 44103)
Cleveland,
OH – January 13, 2015 – After 13 straight packed to the rafters, standing
room only crowds, boxing returns to Cleveland with “BATTLE IN THE BALLROOM XIV”,
on Saturday, January 31st.
The 10-bout card will take place at
the Historic Slovenian Nat’l Ballroom, located at 6417 St. Clair Avenue in
Cleveland, Ohio. Built by immigrants in 1924, the ballroom was designated a
Cleveland landmark in 1984.
“The Historic Slovenian Nat’l Ballroom
is an amazing venue to showcase Cleveland’s top talent and we’re thrilled to be
back for this event. The crowd is electrifying, and the intimacy of the venue
makes everyone feel a part of the show,” said Kincaid.
NE OHIO TITLE
BOUTS:
- HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP: Alante Green (3X champion) vs. Jordon Roussos (challenger)
- MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP: Jamar Watkins (challenger) vs. Craig Kido (challenger)
In a “NE OHIO HEAVYWEIGHT
CHAMPIONSHIP” bout, Empire Boxing Club’s Alante Green puts his title on the
line against Pittsburgh’s Jordon Roussos from the Conn-Greb Boxing Club. The
explosive Green captured the title on January 19, 2013 in a thrilling 3-round
war. He then defended the title with a crunching 2nd round KO on
September 23, 2013. And he defended the title with a bruising 1st
round KO on November 1, 2015.
In a “NE OHIO MIDDLEWEIGHT
CHAMPIONSHIP” bout, PAL-Thurogood’s Jamar Watkins meets up with Pittsburgh’s Craig
Kido from the Boyce A.C. Boxing. Watkins was the 2014 Cleveland Golden Gloves
champion, while Kido was the 2014 Pennsylvania Golden Gloves champion.
Doors on the evening of the event will
open at 6PM with the first bell at 7PM. Adult beverages, food, and refreshments
will be available. FREE secure parking is located directly behind the venue.
A limited number of tickets for
“BATTLE IN THE BALLROOM XIV”, starting at $25, can be purchased through the
Kincaid-Godhard Promotions box office at 440-223-7409 or online at www.ProBoxingOhio.com.
Bouts for 1/31/15 “BATTLE IN THE BALLROOM
XIV"
Note: This is NOT the bout order.
HEAVYWEIGHT:
*** NE
OHIO HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP ***- Novice: Alante Green (Empire BC/Cleveland) vs. Jordon Roussos (Conn-Greb BC/Pittsburgh, PA)
CRUISERWEIGHT:
- Sub-Novice: Jack Malik Davis (Valley Forge BC/?) vs. Zach Petrovich (Conn-Greb BC/Pittsburgh, PA)
LT.
HEAVYWEIGHT:
- Novice: Marcus Washington (Wrestling Factory/Elyria) vs. Tony Groys (Chagrin Valley BA/?)
- Sub-Novice: Logan Urban (GriffonRawl MMA/Mentor) vs. Robbie Taylor (TNT Strength/Atwater)
MIDDLEWEIGHT:
*** NE OHIO MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP ***- Novice: Jamar Watkins (PAL-Thurogood) vs. Craig Kido (Boyce A.C. Boxing/Pittsburgh, PA)
- Novice: Antonio Leek (WSBC/Cleveland) vs. Elvis Torres (Giachetti’s WCB/Cleveland)
WELTERWEIGHT:
- Novice: Ahmad Douglas (GriffonRawl MMA/Mentor) vs. Branson Price (Independent/Akron)
- Sub-Novice: Justin Asad (Valley Forge BC/Parma) vs. Kelley Mellinger (Bare Knuckle Barbell/?)
LT.
WELTERWEIGHT:
- Female: Sarah Judy (Old Angle BC/Twinsburg) vs. Shannon Farnworth (Evolve MMA/Lakewood)
- Novice: Roger Blankenship (Wrestling Factory/Cleveland) vs. Ryan Arce (Evolve MMA/Akron)
- Sub-Novice: Kyle McIntyre (WSBC/Lakewood) vs. Troy Davis (Wrestling Factory/Cleveland)
- Open: Frank Brown (WSBC/Cleveland) vs. Niko Froce (Foundation Boxing/New Castle, PA)
BANTAMWEIGHT:
- Novice: Carlos Gonzalez (Cudell Rec./Cleveland) vs. Tre’Vail Douglas (Independent/Columbus)
Wednesday, December 3, 2014
“I do shit my way” – Dephlow
Clutch Players University @clutchsociety @nikolejaye caught up with Don't Sleep artist Dephelow to discuss his upcoming album, his opinion on the state of Hip-Hop, and much more.
(CP) When did you fall in love with Hip-Hop? Why did you choose Hip-Hop as your platform?
“ I
got introduced to Ice Cube, Too Short,
Tela, and the whole Bay Area and West
Coast sound from my OG uncle who is from San Francisco around 92'.
Also, I use to fall asleep listening to AZ in 95'. But, my first
Hip-Hop CD I've purchased was the Wu
Tang 'Enter the 36 Chambers'. By that
point I would say I was in love, but I didn't understand how deep.
The diversity of my exposure to funk and jazz before rap embedded the
essence of it in me before I ever realized it.”
"I
think Hip- Hop chose me”
(CP) From
your perspective is there a difference in Hip-Hop within the
Underground and Mainstream Hip-Hop? If so could you briefly describe
the differences and the similarities?
(CP) Could
you briefly tell our Clutch Players University the city you’re
from? And, how did that city shape your mentality and rhymes?
“ I'm
from Hampton, Virginia. The 757.
I'm from the same neighborhood as Allen
Iverson. I mention him because he
embodies the competitive spirit of the place I was raised. You have
to be better than good. You have to be great. The dog that was in him
is in me. It's rooted in the mentality here. The
757 produces the best that there is.
Period. But around here your people will still shit on you. It makes
it hard to make it out, but even more competitive.”
(CP) Here at
Clutch Players University we value consistency. What do you want to
contribute to the culture of Hip-Hop musically and socially?
“ I
highly value consistency. Not just musically, but as a person. If
you can create in the moments of highs and lows of life you can touch
everyone. You can be honest, and those
moments become timeless because everyone at some point will share
that experience and connect with you. That's what I strive for
musically, but I still enjoy rhyming about rhyming. Slick lines and
timing. Double entendres. All of the things that made me rewind songs
to learn my favorite emcees verses.”
“Socially,
I want to help reshape the way we treat each other to bottom line
it.”
(CP) Could you
briefly describe to our Clutch readers. Who is Dephlow?
“ Dephlow
is a writer,
director, artist, student, calculated, and humble.
I listen more than I talk. But I do so much more than emcee that I
won't go ignored. I was born on the same day, from the same hood,
with the same drive and heart as the aforementioned Allen Iverson.
Dephlow is to
the game what Allen Iverson was to the NBA."
“I
do shit my way”
(CP) What can
the people expect next from Dephlow?
“ I'm working on an album with an
incredible producer named Phoniks. It will be my first official solo
effort so I'm putting it together very carefully. I will probably be
on a few features on albums and mixtapes between now and the release
of that project.”
“But
right now I'm focused on recording those highs and lows of life in
ways that I can also create compelling visuals for.”
(CP)
What artist's does Dephlow listen to?
“ I
listen to Big K.R.I.T,
Wu-Tang,
Nas,
Royce da 5'9,
Eminem,
Anti Lilly,
Envy Hunter,
Awon,
Lupe Fiasco,
Tiff The Gift,
Nipsey Hustle,
Cyhi The Prynce,
Phonte,
Elzhi,
Dom Kennedy,
TDE,
Outkast,
Joey Bad A$$,
Chance the Rapper,
LOX,
AZ,
Heltah Skeltah,
Redman,
The Roots,
Beanie Sigel,
Skyzoo,
Torae.
All on the shuffle. No particular order.”
(CP) In your opinion which emcees could have a successful run
as an athlete? Which, athletes could have a successful run as an
emcee?
“ I
couldn't name one either way. Everybody needs to stay in their own
lanes in my opinion. Y'all heard that Lance Stephenson "Hot
Ni**a" freestyle right?”
(CP) In your
opinion do you think the Hip-Hop culture is organically evolving? Is
there a difference between Rap and Hip-Hop today?
“ This
thing we call Hip-Hop that is reclassified as rap depending on who
you are talking to is doing something, but I can't say exactly what
it is. Evolving,
changing, assimilating, regressing, whatever way you see it, it is
everywhere. The language, the styles
of clothes (however unfortunate), and the central themes all
translate beyond borders. It will eventually become a punchline to a
joke if we keep giving certain people a mic and a pass.”
“The
difference between Rap and Hip-Hop in my mind is the difference
between a trend and a tradition.”
(CP) Could
you provide some words of encouragement for the Clutch Players
University, dreamers, or visionaries?
“ I
encourage Clutch Players University to keep doing what you're doing,
as cliché’ as that probably is. Since we linked I can only
naturally believe in your cause, or I wouldn't believe in my
purpose.”
“Only
do shit you believe in, and keep the faith in the power of
communication.”
Sunday, November 23, 2014
THE RISING $UN
Clutch Players University @clutchsociety writer Nikole -Jaye @nikolejaye had the chance to catch up with Hip-Hop's emperor Peter $un.
(CP)
When did you fall in love with Hip-Hop? Why did you choose Hip-Hop as
your platform?
(CP) From your perspective are there any similarities or differences in Underground Music and Mainstream Hip-Hop culture ? If so could you briefly describe the similarities or differences?
“ I feel like there are no real similarities. Underground rap to me is more organic and soulful. Its the songs for the average listener and songs for people that don't live a lavish lifestyle. Most mainstream Hip-Hop today is for the people who front or live beyond their means. mainstream rap to me is unrealistic at this point.”
(CP)
Could you briefly tell our Clutch Players the city you come from?
And, how did that city shaped your mentality and music?
“I'm
from Richmond,Virginia.
That city has so many different sounds from Trap, Neo-Soul, Hip-Hop,
and EDM. Its such a melting pot for culture / race and you can take a
little bit from every section of the city. Also,
being around so much talent and various sounds that I enjoy blending
to make something amazing think really shaped my music.”
"I'm
finishing up my album called "Sunset
Castle" the release
date is (TBA). However, on December 20th,
I'll be performing in Ohio at BUZZBIN,
and working on a few things for next year.”
(CP)
Here at Clutch Players University we value consistency. What do you
want to contribute to the culture of Hip-Hop musically and socially?
“ Musically,
I want to contribute to the the Art Form in Hip-Hop. I'm into the
timeless shit.”
“ Socially,
I’m all about putting out music that means something to someone.
Maybe, I'm going through what someone else is going through and they
may think they are alone but i want them to know they aren’t.
Basically, I
want to be like a big brother to my listeners.”
(CP)
Could you briefly describe to our Clutch Players University readers.
Who is Peter $un?
"Peter
$un is a free spirit.”
(CP)
What can the people expect next from Peter $un?
"I'm
finishing up my album called "Sunset
Castle" the release
date is (TBA). However, on December 20th,
I'll be performing in Ohio at BUZZBIN,
and working on a few things for next year.”
(CP)
Aside, from listening to your music. What artist's does Peter $un
listen to?
“ I
listen to Jai
Paul, Kid
Cudi, Sunny
& Gabe, Abhi// Dijon, and
Goldlink.
The majority is a lot
of underground music plus classic Hip- Hop like Biggie Smalls, Nas,
and Tupac.”
(CP)
If you were not pursuing your music. What sport would you see
yourself playing?Why?
“ If
I wasn’t into music I would play Hockey. Because, I've always been into that shit, slamming a n.... on the glass and all
that. I really love hockey.”
(CP)
In your opinion do you think the Hip-Hop culture is organically
evolving?
“ Yes, I
think it is. At this point you have to be really artistic with music.
Theres so many artists out here that are making the same music and
then there are so many making different and more unique styles of
music and its so competitive. You have to evolve with the times to be
noticed now a days. So,
I definitely think the Hip-Hop culture is evolving and its exciting
to see.”
(CP)
Could you provide some words of encouragement for the Clutch Players
University, dreamers, or visionaries?
“ Stay
consistent, work hard. I'm the type that worked hard for years and
years before i was even recognized by a lot of the people who are
finally catching on. That doesn't mean to rush to put music out, take
your time, and develop a sound of your own.”
Take over the fucking world!!
Events
& Shows:
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For Peter $un Contact Ken Kwaku JR (MGMNT)
Via.inquire.petersun@gmail.com
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