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	various artists :: Rawkus Records - Best of Decade I (1995-2005) :: Rawkus Records/Geffen
		When it was established in 1995, Rawkus Records had yet to find its niche, lacking creative direction with the earliest releases that spawned a spectrum from drum-n-bass to rock.
		On one hand, Rawkus catered to die-hard vinyl shoppers, being one of the few smaller labels that put twelve-inches in picture sleeves, on the other hand CD consumers were able to catch up on the singles via the first "Soundbombing" compilation.
		At the turn of 2002, Rawkus, in need of greater funding, was sold to MCA, which soon came to be part of the Interscope/Geffen conglomerate, which in early 2004 decided not to renew its joint-venture deal with Rawkus.
	www.rapreviews.com /archive/2006_01_rawkusbest1.html (1514 words)

	village voice > news > A Fistful of Mighta Been by Ta-Nehisi Coates
		Rawkus is a label on the rise and just as Ali is wooing West, MCA and Def Jam, themselves competing units of the same entertainment giant, are vying for a joint ownership deal.
		Rawkus wanted to be a small, arty label that moved like a high roller—a Miramax of music that would pair raw energy with the slickest marketing this side of Def Jam.
		Rawkus was convinced it had the warriors to front a hip-pop rebellion—and the resources.
	www.villagevoice.com /issues/0417/coates.php (2407 words)

	U-WIRE.com/COMMENTARY: Rawkus Records let Kanye get away (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Rawkus Records was home to some of the premier lyricists in hip-hop, including Mos Def, Hi Tek, Talib Kweli, El-P, Pharoahe Monch and the late, great Big L. These artists started as just legends of the underground, their singles gracing the finest mix tapes in their neighborhoods.
		Rawkus took its seemingly modest roster and became what rap critics had dubbed a label on the rise.
		Rawkus' parent company Geffen/Interscope pulled the plug, believing that West was the chance Rawkus was looking for to swim in the big, bad major-label ocean.
	www.uwire.com /content/topae020606001.html (759 words)

	BallerStatus.net Reviews \|\| Various: Rawkus Records: Best Of Decade I 1995-2000
		Rawkus Records is that force, which emerged in 1996, wielding a roster of rappers with brash opinions that matched the nonsensical bravado of their money flaunting peers.
		Rawkus' artists -- Common, Mos Def and Talib Kweli -- legitimized their message to hip-hop fans through lyrical prowess that no true rap fan could ignore.
		Absent from this album are some of Rawkus' more dance friendly pop hits, such as Pharoahe Monch's hit single "Simon Says." Instead, the album opts to blend Rawkus' indie hits, such as Mos Def's tale of infatuation with a rotund female, "Ms.
	www.ballerstatus.net /reviews/read/id/74491803 (359 words)

	MediaChannel.org - INTERVIEWS \| Danny Hoch
		Those records are released in tens of thousands of record stores and the "bad press" sells more records.
		When movie studios, record companies and publishers "kill" projects because they are afraid of putting race, class and culture into the public dialogue, it's really censorship.
		Rawkus Records and JHH Pictures had a contract (legally binding, 40-plus pages, cost over $50,000 to negotiate) for Rawkus to produce and distribute a soundtrack for the film "Jails, Hospitals & Hip-Hop," score the film, provide all music clearances and licenses, and spend $400,000 in marketing the film and soundtrack.
	www.mediachannel.org /views/interviews/hoch.shtml (594 words)

	PR Leap: Glow-in-the-Dark Records signs deal with Rawkus Records
		Rawkus Records (www.rawkus.com) has been one of the leading companies in supporting cutting edge Hip Hop music and culture for more than a decade.
		Originally conceived in late 1995 as a record label by lifelong friends Jarret Myer and Brian Brater, the label went on to become the undisputed leader in the popularization of late 90’s underground rap.
		"We at Rawkus are excited about partnering with Glow-in-the-Dark and Panacea, as both the label and the group exhibit the work ethic, originality and attention to quality that Rawkus has long been known for," says Brater.
	www.prleap.com /pr/41067 (441 words)

	Rawkus Records Closing Doors - BOARD OF LEGEND
		After eight years in business and releasing such groundbreaking artists as Mos Def and Talib Kweli, seminal hip-hop label Rawkus Records is closing their doors.
		Rawkus was founded in 1996 by Brian Brater, Jarret Meyer and James Murdoch, son of billionaire investor and News Corp. head Rupert Murdoch.
		I think Rawkus was part of keeping real hip-hop music alive in its down times.
	www.ryanmcbain.com /forums/showthread.php?t=715 (486 words)

	Pharoahe Monch - Music Downloads - Online
		After recording three albums together from 1991-1997, the two split up amicably, and Monch pursued a more aggressive solo style with the terrific independent label Rawkus.
		He made guest appearances on other artists' records and contributed tracks to the Rawkus compilation Soundbombing II, which raised expectations for his solo debut.
		The single/video "Simon Says" was released in the summer of 1999 and became a massive hit among rap and club audiences, setting the stage for a surprising debut -- just short of the Top 40 -- for the full-length Internal Affairs upon its release several months later.
	musicstore.connect.com /artist/103/038/6/1030386.html (130 words)

	Rawkus News
		Rawkus Records defined the Hip-hop movement in the mid 90's.
		Rawkus went against the grain, instead of opting to sign MC's with cheap gimmicks and no substance; they signed MC's who pushed the musical envelope.
		Many will recall Rawkus Records and its legacy where many respected and critically acclaimed emcees made underground classics.
	www.topix.net /who/rawkus (508 words)

	Billboard.com - Discography - Various Artists - Rawkus Records: Best of Decade I 1995-2005
		Rawkus Records -- the little hip-hop indie label that could -- went through various major-label dealings over the years, eventually falling under the Geffen Records banner in 2005, in theory an unseemly partnership that did have one immediately positive outcome: a long-overdue best-of collection, Rawkus Records: Best of Decade I (1995-2005).
		Without a doubt, the glory years of Rawkus were the late '90s, back when the Soundbombing and Lyricist Lounge series were a cultural touchstone, back when Mos Def and Talib Kweli were considered a duo rather than solo acts, and back when New York was still the undisputed epicenter of rap music.
		Rawkus still championed the occasional Talib releases, but everything else noteworthy about the label was history: the Soundbombing and Lyricist Lounge series lost significance, as did Mos Def and, to an extent, New York City.
	www.billboard.com /bbcom/discography/index.jsp?pid=684701&aid=751054 (520 words)

	About
		Rawkus Entertainment was formed by lifelong friends Jarret Myer and Brian Brater.
		Between 1996 and 2005 Rawkus sold over 6 million records worldwide and garnered massive critical acclaim.
		Rawkus' artists have appeared on the covers of major magazines around the world.
	www.rawkus.com /about.html (190 words)

	Classic Cuts: A Decade - Rawkus Records Presents \| Album Reviews > HipHopDX.com
		In the early 90’s hip-hop became a major force in the market and by the mid-90’s every rapper and their mother were signed to a major label.
		A small upstart label in NYC was there to help and by 1999 Rawkus Records was THE independent label putting out some of the best music in the world and boasting one of the most talented rosters.
		It is ironic, or maybe just appropriate, that this compilation is largely full of the music that was put out during the fall of the label rather than the early work that built the label.
	www.hiphopdx.com /index/reviews/id.594/title.rawkus-records-presents-classic-cuts-a-decade (526 words)

	Rap News Network - Rawkus Records Closing
		After 8 years in business, Rawkus Records is closing their doors.
		Rawkus signed a joint venture deal with Geffen/Universal in 1999.
		Sources said the label will vacate their Broadway offices by the end of the month and certain artists will be absorbed by Geffen, but which artists weren't know as of press time.
	www.rapnewsdirect.com /News/2004/01/13/Rawkus.Close (243 words)

	Rawkus Records
		Rawkus Records has been one of the leading companies in supporting cutting edge hip hop music and culture for more than a decade.
		As a label, Rawkus brought mainstream attention to political, social, and lyric conscious rap music while achieving millions in record sales.
		Additionally, Rawkus songs and artists have been used by major brands such as Nike, Sprite, Lugz, Ecko, Puma, and Converse.
	rawkus.music.mindviz.com (255 words)

	Geffen Records :: Rawkus Records Best of Decade I (1995-2005) Hits Stores December 13th
		Thankfully, while the rest of the industry looked on in disgust at this new development, Jarret Myer and Brian Brater, the minds behind Rawkus Records had the vision to see the rebellious brilliance of the counter-culture.
		Born in 1996, just before Hip-Hop reached its crossover crest, Rawkus harnessed the underground's unbridled enthusiasm and angst and offered a 12" megaphone for artists otherwise overlooked by the industry, like Company Flow, Mos Def and Talib Kweli.
		In doing so, Rawkus fans became more than just passive listeners, but active participants, not unlike what indie label Sub-Pop had been able to do in Seattle during the late '80s.
	sev.prnewswire.com /entertainment/20051209/LAF02409122005-1.html (617 words)

	Rawkus Records return - Hip Hop Galaxy
		The underground record label Rawkus Records is set for a big return thanks to an exclusive distribution deal with RED Distribution.
		Rawkus was New York City hip-hop label formed in the late 90’s that promoted independent and unknown underground artists.
		Rawkus are set to announce a release schedule for this fall soon.
	www.hiphopgalaxy.com /rawkus-records-return-hip-hop-2271.html (849 words)

	AllHipHop.com : Daily Hip-Hop News (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Despite rumors that Def Jam was buying a stake in the label, sources state that Rawkus has inked a new distribution deal with MCA Records.
		Rawkus has had problems the past year with some of the artists on their roster not being happy with the way their projects were promoted, most notably Hi-Tek and DJ Evil Dee.
		MCA Records has recently signed Snoop Dogg's Doggystyle Records imprint and is home to such acts as The Roots, GZA, Common, Kardinal Offishall & Doggystyle Records.
	www.allhiphop.com /hiphopnews/?ID=573 (313 words)

	www.myspace.com/rawkusrecords
		We, the founders of Rawkus Records, consider ourselves incredibly fortunate to have experienced one of those moments.
		Moving forward, Rawkus is stronger than ever and we promise that we have many more classic albums in store for the fans.
		But almost ten years later our mission is still the same: Rawkus intends to bring a fresh approach to the entire media game using the most artistic and culturally significant aspects of the underground.
	www.myspace.com /rawkusrecords (1004 words)

	ukhh.com \| reviews \| nonuk \| Rawkus Records Presents - Soundbombing III (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Soundbombing III LP It seems Robert Maxwell's favourite hiphop label is ready to unleash itself back upon the unsuspecting record buying public with a set of reissues and new material (this compilation being the first new ish).
		Lots of artists and tracks have passed through Rawkus Towers since its inception in '96 - and in all honesty its been almost as long since I purchased a flimsy Rawkus Record (why they always warped?).
		Anyway this record is compiled by Cipha Sounds and Mr Choc - at least they havent done an Evil Dee and shouted an ID across every track.
	www.ukhh.com /reviews/nonuk/1173.html (339 words)

	XZIBIT CENTRAL - News - Rawkus Records Reactivated, Planning Aggressive 2006
		Underground heads should clear some space in their backpack, cause indie Hip-Hop label and underground stalwart, Rawkus Records, has just signed a exclusive distribution deal with RED Distribution.
		Rawkus helped launch the careers of Mos Def, Talib Kweli, Pharaoh Monch and countless others until they closed their doors in January of 2004.
		In addition to the music, Rawkus has also formed its own management company called Rawkus Management, and will be launching a film division.
	www.xzibitcentral.com /news/php/news.php?action=fullnews&showcomments=1&id=55 (277 words)

	BallerStatus.net News: Rawkus Records Releases Greatest Hits Collection
		After nearly 10 years since its inception, underground hip-hop label Rawkus Records has recently dropped a greatest hits collection comprised of songs from some of the label's brightest stars, who eventually went on to achieve greater success.
		Founded by Jarret Myer and Brian Brater in 1996, Rawkus Records gave emcees such Company Flow, Mos Def and Talib Kweli an outlet to release their music when the rest of the industry simply overlooked them.
		As Rawkus scored back-to-back gold albums over the course of the next few years, the label set the stage to break a slew of artists who were featured on their various compilations -- Eminem, Big L, Mos Def and Talib Kweli come to mind.
	www.ballerstatus.net /news/read/id/18746410 (432 words)

	Rawkus Records News (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Last night MTV aired a Rawkus Records Soundbombing special featuring discussions on the evolution of the Soundbombing series and hip-hop.
		The suit claims that Rawkus has not paid royalties to Royalty Network's client list since 1996 and that CEOs Jarret Meyer and Brian Brater "have full knowledge of the infringing activity and have induced, caused or materially contributed to the infringing conduct of Rawkus Entertainment and MCA Records."
		The suit is seeking lawyer fees and the royalties owed to their clients, which range from $750 to $30,000 per song.
	www.sohh.com /syndication/rss/rawkus_records_v2.rss (714 words)

	Rawkus Records - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Due to their connections to a source of money, Rawkus had the budget to advertise as well as the big hip hop labels.
		Rawkus was responsible for bringing fame to many underground hip hop acts such as Sir Menelik; Company Flow; the High and Mighty; Mos Def and Talib Kweli (a duo known as Black Star), Common, Pharoahe Monch, Skillz, and DJs and producers such as Hi Tek, Dr.
		New releases are scheduled from hip hop group The Procussions and Chicago rappers Naledge and Double-0 (Kidz In The Hall), as well as hip hop group Panacea.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Rawkus (394 words)

	nmp:
		This put the film into a spin with its screen distributor, and now has no slated release until there is a ruling in the case by the presiding commercial judge, or a trial verdict.
		Rawkus Records has been unwilling to offer any reasonable settlement to allow the film's release, and has acknowledged no liability whatsoever in its arrogant disregard for it's contractual obligations.
		There is no other explanation Rawkus has offered except to say that, being involved in the film in any way ceased to be a prudent "business decision".
	www.nomoreprisons.net /articles/jhh.html (394 words)

	Eastern Conference Leaves Rawkus - Hip Hop News - The Elements - Your One Stop For Hip Hop and Rap Music
		Seems that Eastern Conference Records, home of artists such as Cage, Copywrite and The High & Mighty, have finally left Rawkus Records and have signed a six figure deal with a yet to be announced distrbutor.
		Mighty Mi recently reported the news over at the official Eastern Conference Records website, stating that there was no need for a middle man (Rawkus) anymore and that they would prefer to deal with their distributors directly.
		Over the Rawkus/DefJam rumoured merger, he claimed that Rawkus wanted to be like DefJam so badly, which is also another reason why the left the label, but he wished them luck in any future plans they might have.
	www.hiphop-elements.com /article/read/4/5423/1 (256 words)

	RapReviews.com Feature for June 11, 2002 - "Soundbombing 3"
		The first edition was a veritable "greatest hits" album of Rawkus Records best 12"s to date, and "Soundbombing 2" upped the ante by having the Beat Junkies mix a selection of brand new songs from the likes of Eminem, The High and Mighty, Mos Def and Common.
		Observers were only further confused when Rawkus released "Lyricist Lounge 2" - a compilation that had more in common with Soundbombing than the rhyming cypher or the TV show the cypher inspired.
		If Rawkus was out to prove they could recapture the heady glory days of their success in the 90's they failed, but enough decent if not overwhelming cuts make this a good compilation that's still worth buying -- it's just not the sound BOMB it could have been.
	www.rapreviews.com /archive/2002_06F_sndbomb3.html (1091 words)

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