Ransom is known as an emcee's MC.

He came up in the battle circuit of Chicago's underground hip-hop scene. Ransom aka IllaReg went on to fair well in the Chicago regional of The Source Unsigned Hype MC Battle '99, to finally be controversially eliminated after the semifinal round.

That didn't stop him. Ransom went on, along side his partner in rhyme (C.H.A.N.S.O.L.), to join forces with the Chicago Housing Authority and Inner City Games to participate in the Safe Summer Tour. Going on to tour the Chicago Housing Projects and many other spot dates with the likes of Public Announcement, Crucial Conflict, Twista, Do or Die, Infamous Syndicate (Shawnna, DTP) and many more.

Ransom etched his name and face in the minds' of the streets of Chicago. Received well at all performances, a buzz was created by Ransom and his crew of then underground rhyme beast, 5 Mics. They collectively went on to record two albums and currently are in talks for a third.

Ransom, also a producer/writer, brings tremendous skill and versatility to the table. Currently working on an eight album vision he has set for himself (along with several side projects), this emcee whose talent is immeasurable also has found another passion in crooning R&B tunes for various independent artist. Incomparable with any rapper currently in the game, Ransom combines the wit and punch lines of a Redman, with the ability to massively appeal on the level of a Ludacris or Nelly.

Embodying the streets of Chicago, Ransom has an extreme work ethic and an open mind musically. As Ransom so poetically put it, "If I can get that machine working behind me then I'm gon' make somebody twenty to thirty million a album, and if they don't bite, more money for my guys." A business minded multitalented artist, with an understanding of a grand scheme, a great asset to anyone, and moreover, a true team player.

Ransom "Steals Your Attention and Demands Your Respect."

If Hip Hop is the meaning of life, then O Plus is the next movement in the blood line of great MCs. With influences that have helped him to possess the lyrical skills of Eminem but yet the business savvy of a Jay-Z, Plus is the appropriate lineage that helps hip hop move to the next level. O Plus, aka Mr. Franktastick, is most noted for his versatility as an artist. Plus' lyrical prowess makes him the current focal point in the succession of great MCs, owning the unique ability to combine substance with sales. Plus is an artist who thinks like a CEO, and has dedicated himself to being the life-blood of the music industry.

After blowing up the battle scenes in Chicago with his hip-hop cronies 5MICS, and recording three albums in studio Y2K, the premiere production place of hip-hop star Kanye West, O Plus moved to the South. In search of new sound and new influence, Plus made his home in New Orleans. There he has become known as the mix-tape king, has recorded three solo albums, obtained radio spins in New Orleans, Nashville, and Houston, and has written and produced a number of underground R&B and gospel hits. He is currently working on a project for Tri-ni-tee 5:7.

Embodying the hustler's mentality of Chicago's South Side, and yet possessing the ability to write and produce for any vocalist, O Plus has developed a compulsive work ethic that can not tolerate excuses. This lover of all music genres has developed a formula that he guarantees could turn "10 thousand into $10MM," and he challenges any major label to put it to the test.

O Plus knows the value of teamwork, understands the intricacies of grand-scheme marketing, and is ready to break his back for the bottom line. "While I was 3ft High and Rising, I found myself Ready to Die in search of the Main Ingredient, In My Lifetime."

Rich is one of the most talented producers breaking into the world of music today. He began to make tracks in high school and "play around" in college. Just starting to produce seriously in the last 2 to 3 years, Rich is already ahead of most producers in the game. From sampling to originality his sound can't be compared to and is second to none.

Musical influences date back to Margie Wilson all the way up to today's chart toppers. The apprentice to an up and coming Chicago native producer Lee "The Catalyst" Richardson CEO of Catalyst01 Entertainment, who was passed in December of 2005, Rich carries his legacy and vows to show the game something they "ain't never seen". Not only should producers be nervous of his production, but he is an outstanding songwriter, and has been know to kill a verse in a minute.

A college graduate from FAMU and currently earning a Master's Degree, he is all business. He is a viable part Classic Edition who will have the streets buzzing for years to come with "banging beats" and "dope flow's". And yes, expect a full length solo debut April '07. Rich Politic is a testament to the fact talent preserves coupled with dedication.

LastDayz Revelation is a truly unique emcee. He approaches the mic with the passions of a Tupac, and combines it with the consciences of Peter Tosh, and Chuck D. Overall, as a artist he gives you a perfect combination of the spiritual and physical, that is, human existence.

Growing up in Chicago's Englewood community, basketball was his first love. He learned by battling friends that he had a gift for rapping. With poetic word play, and an eyebrow raising flow, he quickly grabbed fans amongst his peers. With lines like "If ignorance is bliss, than knowledge is stress/So I pledge a life of heartache to the death/", Revelation dug deep into his spirit to find his own style and ultimately himself. He reveals the results of this soul searching threw his music. Trying not to be blinded by "His Story", Revelation searches threw history to find and reveal the truth, hence the name Revelation. He is currently working on his solo album (Human Being) and a joint venture with Ransom (R&R).

With a variety of influences, such as, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Nas, Bob Marley and the Wailers, Scarface, Canibus, The Beatles, and Tupac. Revelation has unbounded potential, and is on his way to being the most well-rounded artist in recent history.

ANTE UP!!!! Less Is More What more can I say? Not since Kool G. Rap has there been any other rappper alive that spits with the conviction, power, and passion of this street-bread urban product. A native of Chicago's southside, Ante Up exists for the sole purpose of bringing the goriest facids of the streets to the platforms of American culture. Although during his lifetime, many hardships have befell him, he insists on striking back at Karma vocally and showing his listeners how to do it as well.

Ante Up is the King of the streets and the Heart of the block, but pay attention as he unveils the brighter sides of life at the end of the tunnels of turmoil. Pay close attention to this ferocious emcee as he continues to Ante Up when called upon by his label mates at Classic Edition International, killing the mixtapes, burning up the battle scenes, and climbing the charts. It's impossible to hear his music and not feel him. Hopefully the world is ready!

Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois to Gil and Kathleen Walker, Mr. Write had a knack for entertainment early in his life. From winning talent shows at the age of 6, it was apparent that hed pursue a career in this industry.

It wasnt until 1994, after hearing Ready To Die, by the Notorious B.I.G., and Illmatic by Nas, that he felt he could rap with the best of them. Pretty soon, hed take his weekly allowance money and purchase cassette tapes and CDs of everyone from Scarface, Ice Cube, Digable Planets, Wu-Tang Clan, Common, Redman, Snoop Dogg, Tupac, Big Pun, and his all-time favorite, Jay-Z. During his early years of rhyming, Mr. Write adamantly admired hometown Chicago heroes, Common, Twista, and MC Juice.

But it wasnt until he met friend/music collaborator Ransom RegAL in 1997 that he began to feel he could pursue a career in rap. Along with Ransom, Mr. Write entered a group with two other high school classmates, to form 5 M.I.C.S. There was always talk of the group pursuing a career as one, but those plans seemed to derail a bit when Mr. Writes older group members graduated high school in 1999.

It was now up to Mr. Write to fend for himself. After graduating high school in 2000, Mr. Write enrolled at Clark Atlanta University with fellow classmate, GEO. Mr. Write, who rapped with GEO at their high school's talent showcase a year earlier, formed Chi.Ill Factor with friends Prez (Prez/Ali) and KEVO in Atlanta. All being from Chicago, the foursome dominated talent shows and Homecoming concerts three out of their four years at CAU.

Knowing that 5 M.I.C.S were unable to record together due to everyone living in different states, and feeling that the Chi.Ill Factor album was being prepared too slowly, Mr. Write, at the extreme urgency of Ransom, decided to embark on a musical journey by himself. The upcoming debut album by Mr. Write, entitled Series Premiere is a synopsis of his life, talent, and aspirations within the music industry. The first of an onslaught of great solo musical compilations, hence the name, Series Premiere, as an album it is just the prelude to the many chapters of a book of artistry Mr. Write has in store for the music industry. Mr. Write, known to many as C.H.A.N.S.O.L., brings the unique combination of musical purity, and refreshing trend setting. These attributes will prove a staying power beyond his peers, thus solidifying his statement, "Few are on my level." Enjoy.

Cortni` Janelle also known as Cortni` J, is the future of female R&B. Singing, writing and composing her own music since the age of seven, her main influences are from Whitney Houston, Brandy, Destinys Child, Celine Dion, Anita Baker, and numerous other dynamic artists. Cortni` J. has formed a sound that is like no other in today's industry. Cortni` stands out from the general music scene with her abilities to to not only write her own music, but has mastered composition while studying at the world renound Sherwood Conservatory of Music. Though dance and theater are of the few talents Cortni possesses, her love for music surpasses them all. Working with the legendary Jazz artist and poet Oscar Brown Jr., Cortni` says she has learned the importance of spoken word, lyrical content and speaking through her music. Her musical talent exceeds the expectations of most seventeen year old singers.

"With an open mind I see myself fulfilling all of my dreams, music is where I need to be, it owns me". An unsigned artist with such musical expertise shouldnt be over looked!