Conversations' "25 Artists To Watch In 2011"

They are making a name for themselves in Gospel, R&B, Hip Hop, Rock, Pop, Bluegrass and so much more. Shadow Play Entertainment in conjunction with Cyrus Webb and Conversations Magazine proudly presents its choices for the 25 recording artists to watch in 2011. 

25 Artists To Watch In 2011

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ABRAHAM MCDONALD: Moving The World One Note At A Time (2010)

At a time when many in the United States wonder if the American Dream is dead, singer/songwriter Abraham McDonald is living proof that with perseverence and faith it is very much alive. His journey into the ears and hearts of the world has not come without hard work and sacrifice, but in 2010 it has paid off in a big way. I was first introduced to the talented artist in late 2009 through Youtube, and it was obvious to me then what is clear to many today: he is not just a performer of music. He is the music. With every note he delivers not just something that is pleasant to the ears but sinks down into the psyche and touches the heart. The past year professionally has been a whirlwind that any individual who desires a career in the entertainment industry would long for, but I truly believe that for Abraham it is only a fulfillment of a vision that he saw for himself long ago. Life for him didn't begin with his winning Oprah's talent competition in 2009. It didn't begin with his signing a record deal with Island Def Jam records. It didn't even begin with the performances all around the world in the past several months. According to Abraham, it began when he was just a boy growing up in Texas when he realized that he had been blessed with a gift that if used properly could change not only his world, but that of those who would hear him. I think he was right. Conversations has interviewed numerous movers and shakers from various fields over the past seven years, but few have had the impact on listeners as has Abraham McDonald. That is why in my opinion, he is not just Conversations' Recording Artist of 2010, but a symbol to many of what can happen when you believe. In this interview with McDonald we talk about his life in music and what he believes others can take away from the rollercoaster ride of a lifetime that he is only just beginning. Abraham, you have had an amazing ride over the past year with appearances on Oprah, a record deal with Island Def Jam and performances around the world, but this journey has been a long one for you. When did you first realize that music was something you wanted to do as a profession? I don’t recall wanting to sing as a “profession” as a kid, I only knew that singing made me feel good and that I could see myself on stages. It’s in this season of my life, my right “now” that I’m discovering music/singing as a profession. And I’m loving it: the traveling, the smiles, and even the valleys that come with the desire of success. Singing is a well of things to me now. People hear you sing and they say that the words seem to come from your heart and your soul. That's a true gift. How do you feel when you see people respond so positively to something that you enjoy doing? This is one of the hardest questions I’ve been asked; more so because I can’t take credit for that amazing feeling of connecting in spirit. Ultimately that’s what true expression should ignite… an exchange, my gift for your wonderful energy… a complete cycle. I guess you could say that I feel complete when I hear positive responses to my sharing the gift. All I know is that I get to smile a lot. I've had the pleasure to interview you for the radio edition of Conversations, and each time we talked it seemed as though you were still humbled by what you have been able to do. That's not an easy thing to accomplish given the trappings of fame. In one interview you said that you saw yourself as a vessel. Can you explain that? I’m only as strong as my connection is to my source. I can’t paint a perfect picture because I’m nowhere near a perfect man. But, what I can do is tune in and respond accordingly. Without my connection I’m useless. I thank God as often as I’m reminded that I am placed by assignment and not by my own work. I'm sure you have seen some of your favorite singers on TV and thought about that being you one day. Your single "Miracle" has been getting rave reviews with the video debuting on Oprah.com, and I've already seen it on BET's Centric. Do you feel as though your career is coming full circle, and what can we expect from you next? I’ve been a thirteen-year-old boy, enjoying surprise after surprise and win after win these last 11 months. I can’t stop smiling, and though my sister and I have climbed a few mountains and even crossed a couple valleys, we are only at the beginning of the beginning of my new career. I’m grateful however that the dreams I recall now vividly, as a kid I had no idea that God had already begun to imprint those desires of my heart. It’s a wonderful journey to ride along and have the responsibility of getting out of the car where He stops. As far as what’s next…the world is before me and I plan to enjoy. My Christmas single, “Giving You My Heart For Christmas” is going to be what I believe is your next favorite Christmas song. Keep an ear out and start bugging your local stations NOW! My new single and album, “Man with Two Hearts" is slated for release in the first quarter of 2011. Be sure to keep tuning into www.mrabrahammcdonald.com you’ll find all touring information, music and photo/video updates there. Success is a word that is thrown around a lot, Abraham, and it means different things to different people. Given where you've come from and what you have done up until this point, what does success mean to you? Success is a personal word. It shouldn’t be flagrantly flung in front of anyone. I have no successes without peace. What I have been blessed to see and do in this new season of my life is only due to a mild trust in me that I believe my source wants to believe I can handle. Daily though, I work at my gift, I think about how my family will and can be blessed if I’m focused, and the truth is, I’m not always focused. (laughs) The success of it all is to be diligently connected to the mission laid before you. Only you know your true failures and successes. Congratulations again on all of your accomplishments, Abraham. We look forward to following you in 2011 and beyond. What advice would you give to those looking to you as an example about why they should follow their dreams? The only thing I can say about dreaming, is that self-belief is connected to trusting in your source. I was not created to lose. Pungent, maybe, but in truth, I believe in my heart of hearts that something special has been designed just for me to do, to become, and to share even. I sat on the side of my bed back in July of 2009, I said to myself, “I know there is more!" I began to search my heart and my memories. Who was I, who did I want to be, what did I want to do… I got to the place of completely trusting the leading of my source and I began to move, even before my Oprah experience. I didn’t wake up in Chicago and say, ”Well now this is it! This here! Now this is living” (laughs) No, I’d made a decision to live before that opportunity was even birthed. To the listener, the reader, I encourage you to seek the vision for your life, make a decision to live and then trust your source to direct you. Easier said than done…but check this out… Your 1% contribution is to follow, your source will hold down the other 99%. Pay attention and protect your thinking. When asked what advice he would give to others who had a dream they wanted to follow, Abraham answered: "Get up... You only have to do 1% of this thing. Your Source will take care of the other 99%. If heavy-listing is alot for you at 1%, it's not going to happen for you... You have to begin to think yourself forward. Ask yourself 'What should I do today?' Each day is an opportunity to do something towards your dream."

Miami Rapper Big G: Bringing The 'Heat' With "Yes We Did"

by Cyrus Webb

When he was just 18 years old he wrote and recorded the song "I'm Not The Same" for the literacy campaign Hip Hop and Books. Now two years later Gabriel "Big G" Fernandez is hoping to make his mark with his new song praising Miami Heat called "Yes We Did".


"I started doing beats for songs when I was around 14," says the Miami resident, "but it was really around the age of 17 that I started taking it more seriously. Music has always been around Big G, even as far back as at the age of 7 when he started off playing the piano.

His musicial influences since that time have changed, and he credits recording artists like Eminem , Jay-z, Tupac, Nelly and P. Diddy with helping him to develop his own style.

As a way to share his love of music and interact with others, Big G started his own radio show at the age of 18 called "The Big G Show" online through Blogtalkradio.com. He shared some of his own original songs as well as that of others. What was the response? "Alot of people told me that my songs come out like Emenim," he says. "They told me they like my flow and the way I put my lyrics together." He then added: "Alot of people told me that they also like the fact that I did rap that was positive."

Why have a positive message? Big G answers this way: "My point is being unique and different. My main goal is to send a positive message that can change someone's life. People in trouble may hear a song that says do something with your life and it might click in their lives, and they may make a change."

So what led Big G to write and record the song Yes We Did? "Since I was a kid I have always loved basketball," he says, "and I have been a fan of the Miami Heat for a while. Alonzo Mourning and Shaq are definitely two of my favorite players. In high school I even played basketball. When I started doing music, I always kept up with them as my favorite team. I saw this as a way to recognize the team and the importance of teamwork."

The song "Yes We Did" is now available on iTunes for only .99. Big G says he hopes the song will become part of Miami Heat's rallying cry. For more information about Big G, contact his manager Petros Haldoupis at (305) 951-6178. Find out more about him and his music at www.gabrielbiggfernandez.com.

Cyrus Webb Presents Conversations' "Top 100 Books of 2010"

Since 2008 Conversations' "Top 100 Books" has been recognized for being the largest list each year that fairly gathers the best titles released by traditional publishing houses, small presses and even self-published authors worldwide of all genres and gives them the due they deserve. Cyrus Webb, the founder of the Conversations brand, has been an avid reader all of his life and has worked hard to make sure that there is something on the list for everyone.

This year there were so many great books that Webb had a chance to enjoy that he decided to add two new features in 2010: a Children's/Young Adult category and a Honorable Mention category for both fiction and non-fiction. Webb also has included the publishing houses for each title to make is easier for you to identify.

Below you will find this year's honorees. They will be featured in the Dec. 2010/Jan. 2011 issue of Conversations Magazine as well as shared on Conversations Book Club's website at www.thebestbookclub.info.  

NON-FICTION TITLES OF THE YEAR, 2010 (In no particular order)

1. "I Forgive you, Daddy" ,Liz McGlynn (Headline Publishing Group)
2. "The Fun of Dying" , Roberta Grimes (Great Reality Publications)
3. "New From The Inside Out", Kim Vazquez (Publisher Unknown)
4. "Product of My Environment", From Me To You (Outskirts Press)
5. "Breaking The Silence", Riisa Renee (Seraphina Press)
6. "Sista Let Me Tell Ya, Bruh If You Only Knew", Marquis Cooper (Authorhouse)
7. "Drawn To The Land", Elizabeth and Barton Cockey (Bridgeway Books)
8. "Living Oprah", Robyn Okrant (Center Street Publishing)
9. "Total Law of Attraction", Dr. David Che (Blue Note Books)
10. "The Imposter?", Kip Kreiling (Transformation Help Press)
11. "To Win and Die In Dixie", Steve Eubanks (Ballantine Books)
12. "Gerry Tales", Gerry Boylan (Synergy Books)
13. "When The Veil Drops" Samara (Publisher Unknown)
14. "Three Feet From Gold", Sharon Lechter & Greg Reid (Sterling Publishing)
15. "One Bet",Venessia P (Passionate Writer Publishing)
16. "Didn't I Feed You Yesterday?", Laura Bennett (Ballantine Books)
17. ""The Skinny On Success", Jim Randel (Rand Publishing)
18. "Rules For Radical Conservatives", David Kahane (Ballantine Books)
19. "Skinny Is Overrated", Danielle Milano, MD (Synergy Books)
20. "The Top 10 Distinctions Between Millionaires and The Middle Class", Keith Cameron Smith (Ballantine Books)
21. "90% of the Game Is Half Mental" Emma Span (Villard Books)
22. "God,Seed", Rebecca Foust and Lorna Stevens (Tebot Bach Press)
23. "Two Legged Snakes," Dr. Ed Slack (Simple Truth Publishing)
24. "Perfect Rivals," Jeff Carroll (Ballantine Books)
25. "Proverbs 31: The Virtuous Black Woman" Russel Blake (Man of Psalms Publishing)
26. "Broken Birds" Jeannette Katzir (Publisher Unknown)
27. "The Skinny on Time Management," Jim Randel (Rand Publishing)
28. "The Bridge," Jackie Carpenter (Xulon Press)
29. "Carnal Striving Spiritual," Anthony Jerrod (Dog Ear Publishing)
30. "Positively Quit! Manual," Cassius Cheon (Publisher Unknown)
31. "Living With Evolution Or Dying Without It," K. D. Koratsky (Sunscape Books)
32. "Burdens Do A Body Good," Michele Howe/Dr. Christopher Foetisch (Hendrickson Publishing)
33. "The Paranoid Parents Guide", Christie Barnes (Health Communications Inc.)
34. "Memento," Michael McQueen (Chronicle Books)
35. "Disintegration", Eugene Robinson (Doubleday)
36. "Eight Days In Darkness," Anita Wooldridge/ Angela Roegner (Synergy Books)
37. "Money Matters," Shay Olivarria (Bigger Than Your Block)
38. "A Life On The Run," Dr. John Telford (Harmonie Park Press)
39. "Crack, Love N Pain", Rod Harvey (Standing On The Word)
40. "Can I Get A Witness?", Mikki Zimmerman (Xlibris)
41. "The Micro-Script Rules," Bill Schley (Widener Books)
42. "Relationship Roulette" Carol Diamond (Praeger Books)
43. "Taking Charge of Your Own Health" Lisa Hall (Harvest House Publishers)
44. "A New Beginning," Alfred Langer (Langdon Street Press)
45. "Black Passenger, Yellow Cabs," Stefhen FD Bryan (Kimana Press)

NON-FICTION HONORABLE MENTIONS (Books of Note)(In no particular order)

1. "Wake Up!" Michelle Pearl (Publisher Unknown)
2. "Return To Eden," Anthony Raimonda (Dog Ear Publishing)
3. "The Little Back Book Of Success", Elaine Meryl Brown, Marsha Haygood and Rhonda Joy McLean (Ballantine Books)
4. "Defending The Enemy," Elaine Fischel (Bascom Hill Books)
5. "Plain Talk, Vol. 1," Corey Washington (Xlibris)
6. "The King of Erotica 7," Pharoah
7. "Lay The Favorite," Beth Raymer (Random House Publishing Group)
8. "Discovering Your Amazing Marriage," Jason and Debby Coleman (Seraphina Press)
9. "Addict at 10", Derek Steele (Synergy Books)
10. "The Reluctant Spy," John Kiriakou (Bantam Books)
11. "The  Weight," Andrew Vachss (Pantheon Books)
12. "Little Boy Blues," Malcolm Jones (Pantheon Books)

FICTION TITLES OF THE YEAR, 2010 (In no particular order)
 

1. "A Lighter Shade of Gray," Devon Pearse (Publisher Unknown)
2. "Finding Daddy, Finding Me," Christine Alt Parry (Publish America)
3. "I Know What I Am and I Am Not What You Call Me," Jonathan Spikes (JSS Publishing)
4. "Fixin' Tyrone" Keith Walker (Genesis Press)
5. "Sikander," M. Salahuddin Khan (Karakoram Press)
6. "To Fetch A Thief," Spencer Quinn (Atria Books)
7. "The Trophy Bride's Tale," Cyrilla Barr (Bascom Hill Publishing)
8. "The Gamble," T. P. Jones (Synergy Books)
9. "Diamonds In The Rough," Vogue (Passionate Writer Publishing)
10. "How To Live Safely In A Science Fictional Universe," Charles Yu (Pantheon Books)
11. :Beat," Stephen Jay Schwartz (Tor/Forge)
12. "Welcome To The Maze," Charles Truth (Publisher Unknown)
13. "Can You Keep A Secret," Omegia Keeys (Passionate Writer Publishing)
14. "A Wretched Man," RW Holmen (Bascom Hill Publishing)
15. "The Turnaround," Gene Elmore (A-Genda Publishing)
16. "President Pro Tem," Kelvin L. Reed (Booklocker.com)
17. "Tempting Faith" Crystal Hubbard (Genesis Press)
18. "The Whisperers," John Connolly (Atria Books)
19. "Finding Marco," Kenneth Cancellara (Synergy Books)
20. "A Taste of Honey," Jabari Asim (Broadway Books)
21. "The Language of Secrets," Diane Dixon (Doubleday)
22.  "Show Me The Sun," Miriam Shumba (Genesis Press)
23. "Pious," Kenn Bivins (Two Harbors Press)
24. "Discombobulated," Steven Morgan (City Stone Publishing)
25. "Needle In A Haystack," Marissa Wilson (My Time Publications)
26. "The Last Operative," Jerry B. Jenkins (Tyndale Fiction)
27. "The Price of Revenge," Dennis Vaughn (Synergy Books)
28. "My Lost Daughter," Nancy Taylor Rosenberg (Forge)
29. "Fame," Daniel Kehlman (Pantheon Books)
30. "A Cold Dark Place," HD Hatcher (Passionate Writer Publishing)
31. "Spooky Little Girl," Laurie Notaro (Villard/Random House)
32. "Get Lucky," Katherine Center (Ballantine Books)
33. "D-Cup Divas: Book 1 (Chandra)," Vonda Howard (Anexander Books)
34. "Jasmine's Tears," Elliot T. Graves (Passionate Writer Publisher)
35. "For A Reason," T. Thomas Ackerman (Publish America)
36. "2 In The Hat," Raffi Yessayan (Ballantine Books)
37. "The Thieves of Darkness," Richard Doetsch (Simon and Schuster)
38. "Domestics," Jo Davis (Passionate Writer Publishing)
39. "An Inconvenient Friend," Rhonda Mcknight (Urban Christian)
40. "Stud Princess," N'Tyse (A Million Thoughts Publishing)
41. "The House," Anjuelle Floyd (NOJ Publications)
42. "His Silent Rage," TC Mattison (She Rises Entertainment)
43. "Pay The Devil His Due," N. Cris Prince (Langdon Street Press)
44. "Paper Puzzle," H. Michael Harvey (Publish America)
45. "Confessions," Sasha Campbell (Kensington Books)

 FICTION HONORABLE MENTIONS (Books of Note) (In no particular order)

1. "Letters From Sweetwater," Dr. Dale Garland (Revival National Publishing)
2. "Guardian Angel," Andrew Neiderman (Dorchester Pub.)
3. "When No One Is Watching," Joseph Hayes (Synergy Books)
4. "A Scattered Life," Karen McQuestion (Amazon Encore)
5. "The First Assassin," John J. Miller (Amazon Encore)
6. "Karma," Nia Riley (Passionate Writer Publishing)
7. "Commit To Violence," Roy Glenn (Escapism Entertainment)
8. "Flaws and All," Shana Burton (Urban Christian)
9. "Relapse," Nikki Turner (Ballantine Books)
10. "American Assassin," Vince Flynn (Simon and Schuster)
11. "Getting There," Gerry Boylan (Synergy Books)
12. "Vermillion Drift," William Kent Krueger (Simon and Schuster)
13. "Signifying Nothing," Clifford Thompson (iUniverse)

CHILDREN'S/YOUNG ADULT BOOKS (In no particular order)

1. "Too Tall Alice," Barbara Worton (Great Little Books, LLC)
2. "Miracle in Sumara," Jeanne McNaney (Ovation Books)
3. "Hairy Harry," Debra Christenson (Publish America)
4. "Rico the Seagull," April Mahoney (A Good Person Publishing)
5. "Mr. Browne and the Rose Show," M. Beatryce Shaw (Tate Publishing)
6. "A Wish After Midnight," Zetta Elliott (Amazon Encore)
7. "The Rivalry," John Feinstein (Alfred A. Knopf)
8. "The Sons of Liberty," The Lagos Brothers (Random House)
9. "Color Struck," Pamela and Joel Tuck (Joechel Books)
10. "Patch," Mucheru Njaga (M&K Authorhouse)

Congratulations to all of the authors who made this year's list. There were so many incredible books that it was impossible to recognize them all, however, Conversations and Cyrus Webb wish to thank all of the great literary talent out there for sharing their gifts with the world. The Dec. 2010/Jan. 2011 issue of Conversations Magazine releases on Friday, November 19, 2010. Details can be found at www.conversationsmag.com.

For more information about Conversations the book club, radio show or the magazine, contact Cyrus Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.214.0286. You can also keep up with him at www.cyruswebb.com.

 

(Oct. 24-31, 2010) This Week on Conversations LIVE Radio

(October 24-31,2010) For Conversations LIVE this week marks not just the end of a month, but the beginning of a three week break for host Cyrus Webb as he prepares to hit the road Nov. 1-20, 2010 promoting the upcoming issue of Conversations Magazine and the National Day of Reading slated for Sat. November 20, 2010. This week you will hear from some of the greatest voices in the literary world as well as new music.

To listen to any of the shows live, simply visit http://www.blogtalkradio.com/conversationslive at the designated showtime. You can also listen via the show's switchboard at 1.347.426.3645. Guests for the program will use the same number to call into the show, however, they are strongly advised to call in a few min. before show time to make sure they are on when their segment begins.

* SUNDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2010 @ 7p.m. cst (6p.m. cst/4p.m. pt) --- At the top of the hour, Webb talks with author Vandy about her beginnings as a writer. Then at 30 min. past the hour Lisa Rusczyk shares what led her to begin writing and discusses what's next for her.

* MONDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2010 @ 1pm. est (12p.m. cst/10a.m. pt) --- Cyrus Webb talks with author Roberta Grimes about her thoughts concerning the afterlife and her new book THE FUN OF DYING.

* MONDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2010 @ 8p.m. est (7p.m. cst/5p.m. pt) --- At the top of the hour, Cyrus Webb welcomes back tv personality/author Christine Alt Parry to discuss how her search for her father led to the writing of the book FINDING DADDY, FINDING ME. Then at 30 min. past the hour, Webb welcomes back author Kim Vazquez to talk about her life since the release of her second book NEW FROM THE INSIDE OUT.

* TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2010 @ 1p.m. est (12p.m. cst/10a.m. pt) --- At the top of the hour, Cyrus Webb welcomes back author Lucette Walter to discuss what led her to write the book LIGHT OF THE DESERT. Then at 30 min. past the hour, international bestselling author Tess Gerritsen talks with Webb about her amazing career and her new book.

* TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2010 @ 8p.m. est (7p.m. cst/5p.m. pt) --- At the top of the hour author Kelvin Reed discusses his journey as a writer. Then at 30 min. past the hour Webb talks with author Lee Sandlin about their new book.

* WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2010 @ 1p.m. est (12p.m. cst/10a.m. pt) --- Cyrus Webb talks with author Richard A. Barrett about his new book.

* WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2010 @ 8p.m. est (7p.m. cst/5p.m. pt) --- Cyrus Webb welcomes back author Kristin Bair O'Keefe to discuss her book THIRSTY and what's next for her. Then at 30 min. past the hour, Webb talks with author Gene Elmore about his writing career.

* THURSDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2010 @ 8p.m. est (7p.m. cst/5p.m. pt) --- It's all about music on this edition of Conversations LIVE. At the top of the hour Webb talks with Timothy McClure with Beatshop about the music he creates and introduces new music on the program. Then at 30 min. past the hour, Webb talks with Big G about how the new members of the Miami Heat inspired his song YES WE DID.

* SUNDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2010 @ 10:30a.m. est (9:30a.m. cst/7:30a.m. pt) --- Cyrus Webb and author Mary E. Gilder invite you to join them for Inspirational Conversations.

* SUNDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2010 @ 7p.m. est (6p.m. cst/4p.m. pt) --- At the top of the hour, Cyrus Webb welcomes author Linda Jenkins to discuss her travels and how that led to her latest book. At 15 min. past the hour, Webb talks with author Robert Brown. Finally at 30min. past the hour, Webb welcomes back author Barbara Worton to discuss not just her writing career but how her publishing company is helping authors see their dreams come true as well.

Missed any of the live shows? Visit www.blogtalkradio.com/conversationslive at any time to catch the podcasts for FREE.

Interested in contact Cyrus Webb about being a guest, advertising on the radio program or the website or just give your feedback? Reach Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.896.5616.

Multi-media personality Cyrus Webb Shares A Decade Of His World Through The Arts

On Thurs. September 30, 2010, Mississippi native Cyrus Webb hosted "MY VOICE: A Decade In The Arts" at the Pearl Public Library in Pearl,MS.


The public event was to highlight Webb's contribution to the arts from 1999 to 2009 and show the world what he is doing moving forward.

In the first corner of the exhibit Webb exhibited some of his artwork.



Next he had some of his poetry chapbooks on display as well as his spoken word cd MY CONTROVERSY that is now available on http://spokencontroversy.blogspot.com.

From there Webb highlighted his community involvment since 1999 with organizations like the Partnership for a Healthy, Mississippi, VSA of Mississippi as well as speaking about the importance of the arts at schools in Mississippi such as Pearl High School, Peeples Middle School, Calloway High School, Lake Elementary School, Pecan Park Elementary School, Hardy Middle School, Jim Hill High School and Forest Hill High School.


On the next phase of the journey, Webb showcased the publications that he has written for over the years, including The Clarion Ledger, Rankin Ledger, Mississippi Link, Jackson Advocate, Blagazine.com, Crunk Magazine (ATL).
In 2006 he became the publisher and Editor-In-Chief of his own magazine called Conversations. The next issue debuts in mid-November and is the Dec. 2010/Jan. 2011 issue.

What those who attended the event saw next is what has become the largest part of Webb's life: the radio and tv versions of the Conversations Brand. He played the first tv edition of Conversations which debuted in April 2004 on 16 WAPT (ABC affilliate) in Jackson, MS as well as had interviews from his radio show available to listen to.
To date, Cyrus Webb has interview over 1,000 individuals on Conversations LIVE, the radio show that began on WMPR 90. 1 FM in July 2003 which is now heard on the radio dial on affilliates as well as online.

Those in attendance also saw Webb's only acting performance thus far. He was a part of the cast for the short film BROKEN SILENCE that addresses the issues of HIV/AIDS. It debuted at Crossroads Film Festival and later showed at other festivals in Mississippi.

Just two years after debuting the radio show, Cyrus Webb began Conversations the book club. Started with 3 members in November 2006 in Jackson, MS, the co-ed, multi-cultural reading group now has chapters in Mississippi, Alabama and Louisiana and has been written about not only in the South but by the Chicago Tribune as well. To date, Conversations Book Club has hosted literary events with 90 authors and is the largest co-ed reading group in the United States.


What's next for Webb? During the event he worked on a new piece of art called "Walking On Egg Shells", a pieces that is a part of a new series where he takes figure of speech and brings them to life. He is also working on his latest literary project, a religious thriller called BLESSED.


For more information about Cyrus Webb visit www.cyruswebb.com, email him at cawebb4@juno.com or contact him at 601.825.5883.

Bigg Marv and Recording Artist Joey Calendar Show Support For Breast Cancer Awareness

by Cyrus Webb

In recognition of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month tv personality Bigg Marv of A&E's HAMMERTIME show and Joey Calendar of Brite Mic Ent. took time out to support an event while in Los Angeles recently.



"It's just important for all of us to realize how serious breast cancer is and how we have to work together to bring attention to it," says Bigg Marv.

Joey Calendar agrees.

"We all have women in our lives that we care about," he says. "It's important for us to make sure that they are testing on a regular basis."

To stay updated with what Bigg Marv is doing, follow him on www.twitter.com/biggmarv. Brite Mic can be found at www.britemic.com.