Award-winning songwriter and vocalist J. Phoenix has been overseas for the past six months, but he has his finger on the pulse of the US political scene. His recent video, "Barack Obama: Heart Of A Soldier," clearly illustrates what the Democratic Presidential candidate, Barack Obama, has displayed in his second debate with Republican candidate, John McCain--that he is truly For The People.  Check it out and pass it on.

With more than a quarter million online fans, J. Phoenix continues to promote his musical diversity and his debut album, Masterpiece. Raised in the deep of hip hop and known for his songwriting and performance along side hip hop icon Tupac Shakur (2Pac) on the platinum-selling "Thugz Mansion," he now has a new web page at the social networking site www.Iamhiphop.com .

The page showcases his talents in the hip hop arena and features "For The People," the lead song from Masterpiece, produced by acclaimed hip hop producers, The Heatmakerz, songs written with rapper/producer Rsonist and rapper Amadeus, and of couse, the "Thugz Mansion" video. Check it out and spread the word.

Yep, J. Phoenix also has his finger on the pulse of the US economic crisis; and in response, this week he launched Soul Power!, a music program empowerment campaign. Believing that special programs will take a hard hit as a result of the economic downturn, he has reached out to his fans to join him in showing their power and empowering others.  Here's what he''d like you to do: If you don''t already own a copy of Masterpiece please go to his Myspace page, iTunes, Amazon, or any of the other links below between now and October 31st and download "For The People," "Money Don''t Mean A Thing," and/or "Heart Of A Soldier." A portion of the proceeds from your downloads will be donated to three music-related organizations.  If you know of an organization that deserves support, please feel free to send your suggestions for consideration to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it   with "Soul Power!" in the subject line. The goal is BIG so ask you family members, friends and colleagues to join the Soul Power! effort.  It's a very small investment that can make a very big difference.

Check out the latest review of Masterpiece and keep up with J. Phoenix at his blog FLYING WITH THE PHOENIX.

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