February 2006
“The Happy Hook” in “Jake in Progress”…
ABC comedy “Jake in Progress” is slated to include the song “The Happy Hook” as performed by Chipz. The show stars John Stamos as a publicist living a hectic life in New York City. We administer “The Happy Hook” on behalf of Wild Pink Music (ASCAP).
Shaggy appears on “The Late, Late Show With Craig Ferguson”…
Reggae artist Shaggy recently performed his song “Wild 2Nite” on the CBS program “The Late, Late Show With Craig Ferguson.” Co-written by Shaggy (Orville Burrell), “Wild 2Nite” features G-Unit artist Olivia. We administer Shaggy’s works via Livingsting Music (ASCAP).
Warner Bros. wants “Kryptonite” for upcoming film…
Warner Bros. Pictures has requested the use of the Purple Ribbon All-Stars song “Kryptonite” for their film “ATL.” The film, which stars rapper T.I., is a southern rap and hip-hop fueled coming-of-age story set in Atlanta. Killer Mike (Michael Render) co-wrote and performed on “Kryptonite.” We administer his Aniyah’s Music (ASCAP) catalog.
“G-Shit” to appear in “Running Scared” promotions…
New Line Cinema plans to use the Tony Yayo song “G-Shit” in promotions for their upcoming film “Running Scared.” Ron Browz (Rondell Turner) produced the song, and we administer it on behalf of his publishing company, Browz Music (BMI).
“Don’t Phunk With My Heart” sync…
Twentieth Century Fox has requested the Black Eyed Peas song “Don’t Phunk With My Heart” for possible use in the film “Super Ex-Girlfriend.” Starring Uma Thurman and Luke Wilson, the film follows the life of a regular guy who dumps his superhero girlfriend because of her neediness. We administer a portion of “Don’t Phunk With My Heart” on behalf of Saregama Music United States (BMI).
“Switch” in “Shaggy Dog”…
The updated version of the Disney film classic “Shaggy Dog” is slated to include “Switch” by Will Smith in trailers and advertising. The film tells the story of a character who tries to live a normal life despite the fact that he sometimes turns into a sheep dog. “Switch” is co-written by Kel Spencer (Lennie Bennett). We administer the song via Love N Loyalty Music (BMI).
MTV wants “Cater 2 U” for new reality show…
MTV is set to include the Destiny’s Child song “Cater 2 U” in an upcoming episode of their new reality show “The Shop.” Set in a Queens barbershop, the show captures the observations, riffs, and conversations of a hilarious group of barbers. We administer the song on behalf of producer Rick Rude (Ricky Lewis) and his publishing company Rick Rude Publishing (BMI).
“Just Once More” in “The Bold and The Beautiful”…
The producers of “The Bold and The Beautiful” have requested the Nelson song “Just Once More” for use in an upcoming episode of the long-running soap opera. We administer the song, which is co-written by Steve McClintock, on behalf of McJames Music (BMI).
Dead Prez to perform on “Chappelle’s Show”…
Rappers Dead Prez are slated to perform on an episode of the upcoming third season of “Chappelle’s Show.” They will perform either “W-4” or “Hip Hop.” Both songs are written by group members Lavonne Alford and Clayton Gavin. We administer their publishing catalogs, Walk Like A Warrior Music (BMI) and War of Art Music (BMI).
“Slow Groove” in “Love Monkey”…
Sony Pictures Television has requested the use of the song “Slow Groove” for inclusion in an upcoming episode of new show “Love Monkey.” The show revolves around a thirty-something record exec, his friends, and their love lives. “Slow Groove” is performed by Soul Patrol. We sub-publish this title in the U.S. via our agreement with AMV Alster Musikverlags (GEMA).
Paramount wants song for “Failure To Launch”…
Paramount Pictures has requested the use of the Cantoma song “Pandajero” for their upcoming film “Failure to Launch.” The film, which stars Matthew McConaughey and Sarah Jessica Parker, tells the story about a thirty-something slacker who lives at home with his parents. Written by Phil Mison, “Pandajero” is part of the Westbury Music Ltd. (PRS) catalog, which we sub-publish in the U.S.
“Cannibale” in “Dance Dance Revolution Ultramix 4”…
Konami Digital Entertainment has requested the Stereo Total song “Cannibale” for use in the video game “Dance Dance Revolution Ultramix 4.” Written by Von Finsterwalde and Vanhove-Gerdes, “Cannibale” is part of the Flirt 99 Music Publishing (GEMA) catalog, which we sub-publish in the United States.
Ellen Degeneres wants “Love That Man”…
The producers of “The Ellen Degeneres Show” have requested the Whitney Houston song “Love That Man” for an upcoming episode. We administer a portion of this song on behalf of writer Calvin Gaines and his publishing company Promiscuous Publishing (ASCAP).
“The Way You Move” in European Honda commercial…
The Outkast hit song “The Way You Move” is slated to be used in a Honda commercial in Italy, France, and Spain. The song is co-written by Patrick “Sleepy” Brown, and we administer a portion of this song via Organized Noize Music (BMI).
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