Welcome To Da Bassment...Where It All Begins
An entertainment company bringing you Flava, Impact and Style.

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• Company Description

BASSMENT ENTERTAINMENT, Inc is a small home-based entertainment company that will assist unsigned talents trying to break into the music industry. Founded by Franklin "Benyamin" Benjamin, an up and coming music disc jockey and producer from Brooklyn, NY, the aim of BASSMENT ENTERTAINMENT is to produce quality, community conscious music guaranteed to make you bounce. At the same time BASSMENT ENTERTAINMENT will spread its music and the music of other companies by continuing to promote and parties as well as hold showcases and concert events.
BASSMENT ENTERTAINMENT aims to be among the top entertainment companies in the music industry. Along with being an independent recording label we will provide each of our artists with management, production, promotion and/or publishing while providing a family-relationship.
BASSMENT ENTERTAINMENT will also play the role of a promoter where we will provide mobile DJ services as well as promote parties and concert events.

• Company History

The idea for BASSMENT ENTERTAINMENT originated in 1997 when Franklin "Benyamin" Benjamin and Angell "Chynadol" Wynn, a longtime friend and former partner of the company, met. They both noticed that they had a deep interest in the entertainment industry and both had the goal of starting a record label. Angell sent Benyamin a demo tape she had recorded with a producer out of Cincinnati, Ohio and complained of being unhappy with her tracks and the fact that she didn't have a manager. Benyamin was impressed with Angell's vocal talent and offered to produce her demo and to manage her career. After listening to one track that Benyamin had produced for her Angell seen his extraordinary talent. They both saw that the other had a natural love for music and an extensive knowledge of the industry, so they felt that there was no reason why they should settle for being under the control of a record label when they could do it themselves. With Benyamin's production talent and Angell's vocal and marketing talent they decided to start BASSMENT ENTERTAINMENT. The name BASSMENT ENTERTAINMENT originated as "Bassment Productions" which it was called by Benyamin because of the production work that he did in his basement while growing up. Both Angell Wynn and Benyamin felt that an entertainment company would provide them with greater growth opportunity than a production company would. An entertainment company would allow them to enter all facets of the entertainment industry, such as film, recording, publishing, management, magazine publication, etc. Distance and financing prevented the two from continuing to do business together but in the meantime they encourage each other's separate endeavors and hope the situation improves so that the two can work together in the future. They each recognize the other's talents extraordinary and irreplaceable.

• Officers' Background/Business Experience

Franklin "Benyamin" Benjamin (President): Prefers to be called by his stage name, Benyamin. He has been writing rap lyrics since he was 13, producing tracks since the age of 15 and been disc jockeying parties since the age of 17. He now has an extensive background and knowledge in all three areas. He is currently the manager and producer of DaKaos as well as himself. As a disc jockey Benyamin was a member of a duo known as "Style N' Perfection", which consisted of himself and Boston native DJ S.O.M.A. The duo had worked together for two years and during that time they have graced many cities with their talent of working together as a team and their ability to promote and create good parties that has anyone who has attended one of their parties talking to this day. Benyamin is now working solo (which is how he started) and has grown in experience, talent and range of music selection by continuing to do parties as well as making mix tapes. He has been and is currently disc jockeying parties for the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), various colleges, house parties, birthday parties, graduation parties, wedding receptions and nonprofit organizations.
As a producer Benyamin began making music tracks by playing with his computer sampler, he saw that he had a knack for it and loved doing it. Benyamin started Bassment Productions and immediately put his rap career on hold and decided to go into production because he loved it more, was better at it and felt he had a better opportunity to enter the music industry by doing so. In the past Benyamin has produced and disc jockeyed for a solo rap artist known as Fortune as well as a rap group known as S.T.E.E.L (Straight To Every Earthling Live). Neither was successful but the experience Benyamin gained from producing for these artists only increased his love for the music industry, his desire to enter it and gain knowledge and experience along the way. He has learned that no one wants more for him than himself and no one can do more for him than himself. Benyamin's ultimate goal after what he has done and what he is doing now is to own and operate his own independent label (BASSMENT ENTERTAINMENT) as well as establish himself as a producer, manager and DJ. In the meantime Benyamin keeps many contacts in the music industry. In the past Benyamin worked as a Street Team member and College Representative for Def Jam Recordings. In addition to Benyamin's musical career he currently attends Polytechnic University in Brooklyn, NY majoring in Computer Science and works for Verizon as a Field Technician. Benyamin chooses music as his first choice however, this decision was made based on his ultimate faith in the Most High God and his belief that his talent, along with that of his partner, Naphtali David, will soon be recognized and rewarded. As president of BASSMENT ENTERTAINMENT Benyamin will oversee all operations of the company and be the decision-maker. He has been and will continue to make the company successful. Although he wanted to do everything on his own he realizes that he can't do everything on his own.

Naphtali "DaKaos" David (Vice President): Naphtali has been rapping and writing lyrics since the age of nine. Throughout the years he has never passed up an opportunity to show his talents; performing in school talent shows and locals clubs in his native Brooklyn, New York neighborhood. He began producing his own tracks for his demos in 1988; he picked that up by working with local Brooklyn producer Jerry Calender (D.E.F., Doug E. Fresh, Wild Thing, and Laquan). Naphtali along with his former long time rap group "Menace 2 Society" has shared the stage with artists like Doug E. Fresh, Little Vicious and M.O.P. Although his music career was extremely important, education has always been a priority and necessity to Naphtali, especially if he wants to be up to par in the industry. Naphtali graduated from New York City Technical College where he majored in Graphic Arts and Advertisement Management. Not only will he be an artist and producer under his performance name DaKaos but as Vice President of BASSMENT ENTERTAINMENT Naphtali will assist Benyamin in all endeavors of the company. His background in Graphics Arts and Advertising will also play an integral part in the Marketing and Promotions Department where his expertise in designing packages for products will be needed. Naphtali's goal for BASSMENT ENTERTAINMENT is to create a hip-hop based entertainment company that will be the forerunners of the hip-hop industry in the next millennium by delivering to the fans of hip-hop music the best material possible and conceivable.

"Da Bassment...where it all begins". Ask most artists, producers and DJs within the music industry about this and they will tell you that this statement holds true. This section serves as a journal of what's going on with Bassment Entertainment. So stayed tuned and watch us as we grow. - Benyamin 
 
  • 12-26-04 
 
One more contest for the year, this one will select the first contestant in the “2006 Spotlight Of The Year” contest which won’t be for another year. In the meantime our “2005 SpotlightOf The Year” is Lil Bit. For the “January Spotlight of The Month” the contestants are JaiXclusive, Allie, LadySno and Donna. 12-12-04  This is the point that those chosen for “Da Spotlight” have been waiting all year for. It’s been a while since the last update. The “Spotlight Of The Year” contest has begun and will end on Sunday, December 26th. The winner will receive $1,000 in Gift Certificates to her favorite store or designer. The contestants are Sapphire, Twin, Kimmy, Alli Nicole, Empress, Nique, L, Lil Bit, UnXplaynable, Deeca, Lyric, Lelah and Alysa. 12-5-04  It’s been a while since the last update. “Da Spotlight” was on vacation last month but has returned in full force. This week is the “Spotlight Of The Month” contest where the contestants (Melanie, Lelah, D and Alysa) will not only be competing for $200 in Gift Certificates but vying for the final spot in the “Spotlight Of The Year” contest. The “Spotlight Of The Year” contest will begin on Sunday, December 12th and will be a big one. The winner will receive $1,000 in Gift Certificates to her favorite store or designer. The contestants so far are Sapphire, Twin, Kimmy, Alli Nicole, Empress, Nique, L, Lil Bit, UnXplaynable, Deeca and Lyric.  • 10-10-04  The date for our upcoming event, 3B8 - Benyamin’s Birthday Bashment Year 8, is fast approaching. Saturday, October 30th is only weeks away. Complete details are available in “Da Events”. Women will be free all night and fellas on our mailing list will receive discounts on tickets. In the meantime, check out Jessica who is our new “Spotlight Of The Week”.  • 10-3-2004  Saturday, October 30th, 2004 will be our annual event, 3B8 - Benyamin’s Birthday Bashment Year 8, taking place at Cafe Alta in Brooklyn, NY. Complete details are available in “Da Events”. Women will be free all night at this event. This one has the makings of a big party which you will not want to miss. Congratulations also go out to Deeca who is our new “Spotlight Of The Month”. The “Spotlight Of The Year” is shaping out to be a big one with contestants such as: Deeca, UnXplaynable, Lil Bit, L, Alli, Nique and more.  • 8-29-2004  Coming Saturday, October 30th, 2004 will be our annual event, 3B8 - Benyamin’s Birthday Bashment Year 8, taking place at Cafe Alta in Brooklyn, NY. Complete details will be available in the future. All women will be free all night at this event. Stay tuned to “Da Events”.  In the meantime, all this week vote for the next “Spotlight Of The Month”. The contestants are Micole, Linda, Cashmir, UnXplaynable and Adrienne 5-30-04  Many improvements have been made to the web site overall in order to enhance the look (and readibility). If you have any questions or concerns feel free to e-mail Webmaster@BassmentEntertainment.com about any problems with the site (broken links, etc.) Newly added: A new message board. Best Elementz - Bassment Entertainment’s Model Team. Check them out in “Da Models”. Also in “Da Models”, Photographer Spotlight - Along with women being able to show off themselves in “Da Spotlight”, photographers may now show off their work. Designer Spotlight - Fashion Designers may also show off their work. Also, mix CDs are available for purchase in “Da DJs”, check out the current CD titles. All transactions are securely done through IBill. 3-16-04  Changes continue to be made to the overall look of the web site. This may take a few more days to complete. If you have any questions or concerns feel free to e-mail the Webmaster. In the meantime, things continue as usual. This week’s “Spotlight Of The Week” is Mariah from Sacramento, CA. Last week a new “Spotlight of The Month” was voted in, Kimmy. The next “Spotlight of The Month” contest will begin on Sunday, March 28th which will include Kimmy, Mariah, PlatinumDyme and two other women who will be featured as “Spotlight Of The Month” this month. It is never too late to apply so ladies feel free to register.  Lastly, I’m happy to announce that mix CDs are available for purchase in “Da DJs”, check out the current CD titles. All transactions are securely done through IBill.  We’d love to hear your feedback, feel free to contact us.  • 12-25-2003  You may notice a slight change in web site design for the next few days. Bear with us until it is complete. Hopefully the changes will make this web site a little easier on the eyes and more user-friendly. We appreciate the comments, compliments and even criticisms. Anything necessary to keep you all coming back for more will be done.  In the meantime, "Da Spotlight Of The Year" contest still rolls on, this is the final week. The next contest "January Spotlight Of Month" will begin on Sunday, December 28th. The contestants so far will be Sapphire, Cotton and Sapphire. The final contestant will be introduced on the 28th. Anyone interested in being featured in "Da Spotlight" should visit that section for registration.  • 10-5-2003  It has been a while since there has been an update in this section but if you have been following up on the web site you see that much has been going on. Our next event is now scheduled. It is the seventh installment of our annual event "Benyamin's Birthday Bashment" and it's titled "Higher Level". Those who were there last year may not want to miss it this year as we bring it back to Brooklyn, NY. Go to "Da Events" for complete details on this event. Congratulations go out to Shauwney who won "Spotlight Of The Month" for the second straight month. She is the third person to do this since the inception of "Da Spotlight" and the second person this year. Yanina was the first person ever to accomplish that and Marie-Ange did it for July and August. She goes for a third try at the end of the month. All women interested in being in "Da Spotlight" may apply to try and break her streak and acquiring the final three two positions for the "Spotlight Of The Year" contest for $1,000 in December. For far in the contest will be Maya, Micole Denise, Taryn, Roni, Sandra, Nina, Marie Ange and Shauwney.  All independent artists/labels: Send in your material to Bassment Entertainment to be included on future mix CDs. Also send in your photos and bios to be included in our "Artist Spotlight." Check out "Da DJs" for more details. 8-3-03  Congratulations to Marie-Ange who won "Da Spotlight Of The Month" contest for the second time in a row becoming the second person to do so in the two years of "Da Spotlight". Yanina was the first person ever to accomplish that. Victory did not come easy as Miss Devine gave it a very good run all the way through and only lost by four votes when it came down to the wire. This won't be the last you will see from Miss Devine, as long as she keeps pushing forward in her modeling career as she did with this contest she will make it far. All women interested in being in "Da Spotlight" are welcome to apply. You do not have to be a model or aspire to be one. You just have to want to shine in "Da Spotlight." All independent artists/labels: Send in your material to Bassment Entertainment to be included on future mix CDs. Also send in your photos and bios to be included in our "Artist Spotlight." Check out "Da DJs" for more details.  • 6-22-2003  We are still recognizing our third year in operation and our second year online. Thank you and big up to everyone who has been showing us support throughout the years. Thank you again to all of the women who have applied for "Da Spotlight". Ladies keep the applications coming. On Sunday, June 29th voting will begin for our next "Spotlight Of The Month" contest, this may turn out to be another exciting contest.  If you live in or around Brooklyn, NY or happen to be in or around Brooklyn, NY this weekend then be sure to check out the Official Summer Jump Off presented by Changing Gears Entertainment. Benyamin AKA BadMan Benny will be the special guest DJ for that event. Go to "Da DJs" for more information. As stated when you first entered this page, "Da Models" won't be a broken link for much longer. Bassment Entertainment is embarkng on a new venture within the entertainment industry and that venture will be launched soon. Look out for it, it may be the element you need and we intend to bring you the best. That's all that will be said about it at this time.  • 6-1-2003   This month of June means two things for Bassment Entertainment. This is the beginning of the third year that Bassment Entertainment is in operation and the beginning of the second year that BassmentEntertainment.com has been online. I would like to personally thank everyone who has been to our events and surfed this web site. Throughout the years we have been throwing events (even before our official incorporation in 2000) and many of you have shown your support. We intend to keep your support as well as gain new support in the future.  I would also like to thank all of the women who have been and currently are in "Da Spotlight". You all have kept this web site going. Applications to "Da Spotlight" are always open to all women. You do not have to be a model, whether you're the girl next door or the girl in the next cubicle this section is for you. Congratulations to all winners of the "Spotlight Of The Month" contest including our current winner, Nina. She is new to the modeling scene and already has one notch on her belt, expect more in the future. Stay tuned for more things to come. Look out for future events, check us out if you need to hire a DJ and...well the next feature is to come.  • 5-4-2003  Congratulations to Sandra who won our latest installment of "Da Spotlight Of The Month" contest. She claimed 40% of the overall votes which was not an easy task since she ran against Roni who claimed 56% of the overall votes during our last contest. Roni staged a comeback in the last two days but did not overcome. Sandra can now safely move on to our "Spotlight Of The Year" contest in December where she will meet Roni again. However, Sandra will try to win the next "Spotlight Of The Month" contest which will take place on May 25th. Sandra's first contestant will be Raja Trynyty who is our "Spotlight Of The Week".   In other news, we are currently working on some events for the summer as well as a big project which we will announce within the next few weeks. 4-27-03  Once again we embark on another "Spotlight Of The Month" contest. The contestants this time around are Twelve30, Christal, Coy Wells, Sandra and Roni (who is going for her second win). By the looks of these contestants this could turn out to be an exciting contest. Each contestant is not only beautiful but accomplished in their careers and determined in their goals. The only way to make sure your favorite wins is to vote everyday and to help your favorite promote herself. The contest will end on Saturday, May 3rd at 11:59 Pm (PST). 4-20-03  We would like to thank you all for sticking with us throughout the past year and a half. We also thank you all for the compliments on the updated site. We well try to keep this site updated and looking brand new for all of your enjoyment. Contact us and let us know how we can make this site even better. "Da Spotlight" is continuing to go strong and this week we have Coy Wells from Oakland, CA being featured. Thanks goes out to all of the women who have participated in this section of our web site. We hope each of you are successful in your endeavors. For all other women who would like to be featured just send in your application. 3-9-03  BassmentEntertainment.com Version 2.0 is finally here. After much work we are finally able to present to everyone our newly designed web site. Let us know what you think about the new look. Now that this is complete we can move forward on other ventures. For everyone who has been requesting information about our showcase please stayed tuned. We have not forgotten you all.  • 12-15-2002  Rah (who claimed the final spot in the "2003 Spotlight Of The Year" contest by winning the "December Spotlight Of The Month" contest) has taken a commanding lead in the contest. She has been working hard since the contest started but with two weeks left it could be anyone's race. Erica is slowly creeping up and not letting up. Ms Sonya is not far behind either.  • 12-1-2002  And their off...Rah claimed the final spot in the "2003 Spotlight Of The Year" contest by winning the "December Spotlight Of The Month" contest on Thursday, November 28th. Now we begin the contest for our next "Spotlight Of The Year" who you will see front and center in "Da Spotlight" for the entire year of 2003. The choice is all yours on who you would like to see win.  • 11-24-2002  If you haven't had a chance to do so (or didn't know) check out the photos from our previous event, "3B6- Energy". More photos are coming soon. Also look out for our upcoming event on Tuesday, December 31st (New Year's Eve) at Demerara in Manhattan, NY. Details will be up shortly and this will also be a two for one event. Your ticket purchase for this party will get you free admission to the following event. This week you can vote for the next "Spotlight Of The Month". The women going for the title are Platinum (last month's winner), Shyne, LeVonne, Rah and Rose-Allure. Your selection will also determine who gets the final spot in our "Spotlight Of The Year" contest.  • 11-10-2002  The Bassment Entertainment web site will be getting a new look in the near future. We thank you all who have been checking in during the past year and a half and keeping up with us. It is time for a new look and it is coming soon. In the meantime, take a look at LeVonne who is "Da Spotlight Of The Week". Also stay posted for our next event scheduled for January.   • 11-3-2002  After three months of dominance Shiyanni has been outdone as "Da Spotlight Of The Month". She was outvoted by Platinum, from Charlotte, NC who collected 173 votes. This is the largest vote tally to date and she also obtained 54% of the overall votes. This isn't the end for Shiyanni who will be in "Da Spotlight Of The Year" contest which will also include Platinum, Princess, Ameshya, C.J., Yanina, Tarnita, Nakeya and the winner of "Da Spotlight Of The Month - December" contest. This could be Shyne who is our "Spotlight Of The Week".  • 10-27-2002  Last night was our only annual event to date, 3B6, which was a success. Photos of this event will be posted soon so keep checking "DaEvents" for that. Our next event (which is untitled) is scheduled for January 19th. Join our mailing list to become the first to find out where and when exactly it will be held. We will continue in the same vein of last night's event by giving all females on our mailing list free admission.  This week is our "November Spotlight Of The Month" contest which features Shiyanni (a three time winner), Trinalyn, Chasidy, Trackgyrl and our current Spotlight Of The Week, Platinum. The latter four will be trying to dethrone our current Spotlight Of The Month, Shiyanni and win $200 plus go on to our "2003 Spotlight Of The Year" contest for $1,000. 9-1-02  Currently we are working on updating this web site, making a new version and giving you all something better to look at. It will consist of the same features and focus more on our events and the mailing list. Speaking of which, the next scheduled event, 3B6, is currently in the works. Be sure to join our mailing list because you do not want to miss out on this opportunity. That opportunity will be announced in the future.  In other news, Shiyanni from Jacksonville, FL won the "Spotlight Of The Month" contest making her the second person to do so following Yanina. Will she be able to do it a third time? Only you can decide, voting will begin on September 29th. One of her five competitors will be this week's "Spotlight Of The Week", Ms Sonya from Charlotte, NC. One of the other four competitors could be you.   • 8-25-2002  This week is another "Spotlight Of The Month" contest, this time between Ayrica, Erica, Arlisha, Miss Deira and Shiyanni (who is going for her second win). The contest ends Thursday, August 29th at 11:59 PM so go over and vote now before it is over.  Summer Heat 2002 has concluded and we now look forward to out next event, 3B6. Go to "DaEvents" to find out more about what that is.   • 8-23-2002  The server was down over the weekend and we apologize for any inconvenience that may have been caused. Everything is up and running now and it's business as usual. All those who sent e-mail and could not get through can now do so. Any females who tried to send in an application to "Da Spotlight" can now do so.  This weekend it's on....It's About Time (Summer Heat 2002). Go to "Da Events" for more information.  • 8-4-2002  Last week was an exciting and record-setting week in Da Spotlight. Our biggest "Spotlight Of The Month" contest took place totaling 289 votes. Shiyanni came out the winner with 122 votes (42%). She is the first 100+ vote getter in this contest's history. The closest was Yanina who acquired 91 votes in March. Shiyanni's margin of victory (42 votes over second place Keri) comes second to Yanina (54 votes over second place Cheeks in April). It would be great (and possible) to see these two women and more "Spotlights" at the next Bassment Entertainment event on Saturday, August 24th. I personally would like to see all five contestants of the "August Spotlight Of The Month" contest but that's asking for too much. All five are exceptional and put on a good race. We'd love to see it again between these five but unfortunately we cannot do it. Wait until you see the next contest...Yanina has one up on Shiyanni by being the only two time contest winner. Can Shiyanni change that?  • 7-28-2002  It has been a while since there has been an update due to a lot going on. Our next event "It's About Time (Summer Heat 2002) is still on and going strong. It will feature guest appearances by some of our very own models of "Da Spotlight". There will also be an open mic and open stage for those who would to display their talents. After that it's party time. Visit "Da Events" for more information.  Speaking of "Da Spotlight", this week we have our "Spotlight Of The Month - August" contest. The contestants are Nakeya (who won last month), Shiyanni, Keri, Ms Kenyatta and Cherie. The looks of these women calls for a big race.  • 6-30-2002  This week we have an unusual six contestants for "Da Spotlight Of The Month - July". The six being Cryssy, Taheera, Nakeya, Angie, Beverly and last month's winner, Tarnita. The contest ends Thursday, July 4th at 11:59 PM so go over and vote now before it is over. Looking at the caliber of these six women this should be a good one.  Other than that, our next event "It's About Time" is scheduled for Saturday, August 24th at Club Demerara's in NY, NY. This event which feature appearances by some of "Da Spotlight" models as well as a talent showcase. The talent search is currently in effect. Go to "DaEvents" in order to obtain more information about this event and the talent search.  • 6-23-2002  Two events have officially been scheduled for this year. The first one will take place on Saturday, August 24th at Club Demerara's in NY, NY. This event is a party which will also feature a talent showcase. The talent search is currently in effect. If you are a singer, dancer, rapper, hairstylist or have any other talent that you would like to display then e-mail us for details. You can also visit "DaEvents" in order to obtain more information about this event.  • 6-9-2002  It has been a while since the "News" has been updated. There is a lot going on behind the scenes that will be presented to the public in the near future. Events such as a Hair Show and Fashion Show have constantly been pushed back due to conflicts with time and location. Also, room has to be made for other company business. However, "Da Spotlight Of The Week" and "Da Spotlight Of The Month" still has been updated according to schedule. I thank everyone for their support of Bassment Entertainment and this web site. The support is appreciated, noticed and will be acknowledged. In the meantime, "Da Sound Board" has been added to allow you all to "sound off" on issues and discuss these issues with others. So have fun and be polite.  • 4-28-2002  Well the hype from the NSBE National Convention in Orlando, FL and the fun and parties that came along with it have passed (but are not forgotten). I would now like to recognize T.R.I.B.E. of the Williston Northhampton School in Easthampton, MA and acknowledge Melissa K. of that organization and school. My reason for recognizing them is because I did a party for them over the weekend for their 2nd Annual T.R.I.B.E. Fest and would like to thank them for that. I would also like to acknowledge the schools that were present, namely Loomis, Westminster (who rolled deep), Wilbraham, Ethel Walker and NMH.  • 3-31-2002  After coming back from Orlando, Florida for the NSBE National Convention I am almost at a loss for words and don't know where to begin. Thousands of college students from all over the U.S. (Six Regions), Canada, Ghana, Nigeria, etc. (International Region) in one city. All coming together for five days of professionalism, workshops, networking and the career fair. I went to party, namely the International Flag Party and JoyRide. I want to thank The Most High God for allowing me and everyone else to have a safe passage to and from Orlando. I also want to thank Him for the blessing me with the talent that I possess. I'd like to send big thanks to Monif for making me the DJ for the International Flag Party happen and I'd also like to thank the International Committee (IC) and the NSBE Treasurer for allowing it. (IC, I'm ready for Jamaica if you need me).  I also have to reach out to Nvidius for the top-a-top party...The Joyride Before I get to that I'd like to reach out to a few people, matter of fact I'm reaching out to a lot of people. 1. BMC - My crew, top-a-tops. Randy, Jeff, Trevor (hold your liquor, all three of y'all), Dre, Wayne, Ben, Jamal, Claude, Shane, Marcus, Stephanie, Naja and Francesca (although you wasn't there). I know I'm forgetting some names. 2. NYIT - Chris and the crew, always representing to the fullest. 3. Tanya Stephens - not the reggae artist but rather the spice girl from Montreal. I never did see you at the party. 4. The BC (Boston College) Divas. One of y'all (whose name I didn't get) was with me most of the party asking for shout-outs and making requests and then disappeared once the party was over. I'll catch you. 5. The women of Arizona State (especially the one in the red). 6. The Poly-NSBE crew - Chris, Phil, Rodney, George, Janelle and the crew. Most of y'all must have been hiding all week. 7. The girl whose camera I held at the International Flag Party, unfortunately I was too busy and crowded by people to chat. 8. #46 of Quality Car Service in Brooklyn, NY for bringing me to the airport and Jay Lowe of Mears Shuttle in Orlando, FL for bringing me to the Rosen Centre. 9. DJ Roc - I wasn't at any of your parties but I heard about them and I know how you do already. 10. All of Region One, All - I repped y'all hard at both parties and your representation made it worth it. No one parties like us. 11. Region Six - Y'all represented hard out there, almost giving Region One a run. 12. Region One REB and Affiliates - Dave, Keesha (reppin' the Bronx, we gotta talk), Ben Guy, Dwayne and the rest of y'all.  Now we get to Nvidius (Ace, Markell, Burt, Abasi, Damon and the countless members of y'all). We gotta link up and do something one day, matter of fact soon. Y'all hooked up the parties at the Mercado lovely. I thank y'all for bringing me along (and paying me on time).  • 3-17-2002  Spring Break is only one week away and Florida will be the place to be. I know a lot of people are going to Miami for Spring Break while some are going to Orlando for the NSBE (National Society of Black Engineers) National Convention. If you are at the latter be sure to check out Badman Benny AKA DDP (Dun De Place) Thursday, March 28th for the International Flag Party at the Rosen Centre.  Also, check out Apolonia Mack (our first Brooklynite) appearing in Da Spotlight this week.  • 3-10-2002  Happy Birthday to Rachel and big up to all who came out and attended her Hands Up Affair "Birthday Celebration". Rachel lost her cake but I'm sure she'll get another one. The place was ram (I had two drinks spilled on me, one by Rachel herself) and the music was nice courtesy of Rising Movements and Da Badman. Big up to G-Force and Wavey Kat Movements for passing through also. Look out for more Rachel and Rising Star Movements events in the future whose goal is to lock down Brooklyn.  Log On to the March 16th party in Brooklyn, NY being put on by the Dot Com Family. Information about those parties can be found in Da DJs.  • 3-3-2002  This weekend if you are within the Tri-State area then log on to the Zaro, Rachel and Andrew Digital "Hands Up Affair" on the 9th in Brooklyn, NY. On the 16th it's the Dot Com Family's "Birthday Pre-Spring Break Bash". Benyamin AKA BadMan Benny will be the guest DJ at both events. More information about those parties can be found in Da DJs.  • 2-24-2002  Since the Featured Model section is not only open to models we have decided to rename it "Da Spotlight". All women can shine and have the opportunity to model and pose here. Also, this week begins voting for the March Model Of The Month. The contestants are Ameshya, Princess, C.J.. Tiffanye and Jazmine & Venice.  In other news, stay logged on to the March 9th and March 16th parties in Brooklyn, NY. Information about those parties can be found in Da DJs.  • 2-17-2002  It's been a very eventful weekend with the main event being the NSBE Region One Spring Regional Conference in Wakefield, MA. This event was planned by Liz (nuff shouts with shouts also going to Dave, Ben and Keisha). BMC literally took the conference by storm, big shouts to them (you know how we roll).  Next on the NSBE list is the National Convention in Orlando, FL (March 27th - 31st) where Benyamin will be the DJ for the International Flag Party (thanks to Monif). Also log on to the March 9th and 16th parties in Brooklyn being thrown by Rising Star Movements and the Dot Com Family respectively. E-mail us or go to Da DJs for information about these events.  • 2-10-2002  Continued congratulations go out to Ameshya from San Jose, CA who was voted February Model Of The Month. Our featured Model Of The Week is "Tiffanye Young" from Conyers, GA.   Upcoming parties for BadMan Benny will take place in Brooklyn (March 9th and March 16th), Orlando, FL (March 28th) and Easthampton, MA (April 27th). None of these are Bassment Entertainment events but you can e-mail us or go to Da DJs for information about these events.  • 2-3-2002  Congratulations to Ameshya, our February Model Of The Month. Our featured Model Of The Week is another "Princess".   Big up to Dian, Nancy and the Trinity College (Hartford, CT) student body at the party last weekend. Also, a special big up to Sulayne, Andrea, Immet and the CSA crew that mashed up the dance with the Log On, large up yourselves. The number one song and number one dance right now took over Trinity College. Melissa, Easthampton get ready.  • 1-27-2002  First of all I would like to thank Dian from Trinity College in Hartford, CT, Monif of NSBE and Melissa from Easthampton, MA. The reason can be found out by checking out "Da DJs". Second, I would like to thank all of the models who are submitting applications. Unfortunately I can not get back to everyone immediately but I do hope to feature everyone some way or the other.  Voting has begun for the February Model Of The Month, it will end on Thursday at 11:59 PM. Stay tuned for more news next week.  • 1-06-2002  2002...Bassment Entertainment will try to be more event orientated for the first two quarters. We will be announcing details for a a hair show later this month and details for the fashion show (finally) in February. This is all pending a good location for both shows as well as sponsors. Anyone interested in more information to sponsor any of our events can contact us by e-mailing us.  • 12-30-2001  Well we have a winner for our first "Model Of The Year" contest. The winner will be announced later this week but those that have been voting and following the contest should already know who the winner is. It was a tight race and it came down to the last day to declare a winner.  Our first annual fashion show is still in the works as is another big event. We hope to bring you information about both soon. Anyone interested in more information to sponsor any of our events can contact us by e-mailing us.  • 12-23-2001  Well this is the final week of voting for the "2002 Model Of The Year" contest. It looks as though it may go down to the wire as one visitor pointed out. It's a tight race between Maya and April Rain just as it was for the "December Model Of The Month" contest.  Our first annual fashion show is still in the works as is another big event. We hope to bring you information about both soon. Anyone interested in more information to sponsor any of our events can contact us by e-mailing us.  • 12-2-2001  The Model Of The Month contest turned out to be an exciting one. LaShawna seemed to be a clear winner from the beginning with April Rain behind her. Maya who had little votes during the first two days came out strong during the last two days and overtook the lead on the last day to win. We now move on to the Model Of The Year contest which will run for three weeks.  Our first annual fashion show is still in the works and we hope to bring you information soon. Anyone interested in sponsoring the fashion show can e-mail us.  • 11-25-2001  The stakes are high...  The stakes for being a "Bassment Entertainment Model Of The Month" have been raised. We have also announced the "2002 Bassment Entertainment Model Of The Year" contest. Information can be found in the "Featured Model" section. There are no other news to announce.  • 11-11-2001  Forward ever, backward never...  This is the fifth month of this web site, two events have passed since then, DaKaos is in the studio, Benyamin is getting work, the fashion show is coming, visitors are logging on and models are applying. What more can we say?  • 10-21-2001  Party people, your dreams have now been fullfilled...Once again it's on. After much consideration and much deliberation we have found a place to hold our next party, 3B5. Given the events that took place here in NYC it has been moved from Manhattan to Brooklyn (where it took place for the previous years). Check out "DA Events" for more information concerning that.  Stayed tuned for more upcoming events and keep your eye on the "Featured Model" section. We are moving straight ahead on all of our objectives...this includes our artists.  • 9-30-2001  Our continued condolences and prayers go to the families and friends of the victims of the incidents at the World Trade Center in NYC, the Pentagon in Washington, D.C and Pennsylvania.  Certain plans have changed due to the recent events in NYC but the show (or shows) must go on. Stayed logged on for more information about upcoming events.  • 9-16-2001  At this time Bassment Entertainment would like to send our condolences, support and prayers to the families and friends of those injured and missing due to the tragedies at the World Trade Center in NYC and the Pentagon in Washington, DC  Our heart also goes out to the Fire Department, EMS, Steel Workers, MTA, Port Authority and all other workers and volunteers who continue to risk their lives and spend their time trying to recover the injured and missing and clear the debris at both locations. We'd also like to thank those named above as well as residents, store workers and those passing by in the area who helped others survive while everything unfolded by pulling people to safety.  • 9-2-2001  Many may have noticed the changes to the web site during the past few weeks. Much work has been done to make the site easier to navigate and look better. Also, a lot of work has been done to get the Featured Model section rolling. It begins this week with Vilayna, a model from Long Beach, CA. There are more to come for the upcoming weeks so be on the lookout.  Benyamin has been very busy during the month of August and he would like to thank Africa Productions, VP Productions and Trinity College (Hartford, CT) for keeping him busy with parties. Lookout for more events from both Africa Productions and VP Productions. A special acknowledgment goes out to the staff and students at Trinity College for what went down this past weekend.  • 8-12-2001  There's not too much going on this time around. The big news, and this is for the ladies out there, is that the "Featured Model" section has been updated. It is now complete with details and an application including instructions on how females may send their photos in. Therefore, females interested in becoming "Model Of The Week" and "Model Of The Month" may now begin to submit applications.  On the events side, Benyamin will be a featured DJ at Club Speed in NYC on August 18th, 2001. E-mail him for more info, also learn more about him at "DA DJs".   • 7-29-2001  Details for our first ever fashion show (tentatively scheduled for early March, 2001) are still being worked out. Designers, models and organizers are all pitching in to help. A lot of big things are in store so if you are in or around NYC during that time it may be in your best interest to check it out. A contest for the fashion show in conjunction with the "Model Of The Month" feature are also being worked out. We don't want to let it all out yet but some model out there may win a trip to NYC for the weekend to be a spokesmodel for the event. Those interested in sponsoring the event can e-mail us.  Along with the fashion show our next party (BBBY5) is scheduled for Saturday, October 27th. This is our annual birthday party for Benyamin and Co. If your birthday is around October 27th and you want to join in then e-mail us. By the way, you can check out Benyamin on the wheels on Saturday, August 18th at Club Speeed in NYC. This event is being thrown by Africa Productions, another up and coming promotion team.  Many of you have checked out "Da Artists" sections and seen that it hasn't changed a bit while the other sections of this web site have. Fret not though, DaKaos is in the studio now so expect to hear something from him within the next few months. There's a lot going on with us so it is tough to focus on all of our objectives but nothing is left in the backburner.  • 7-15-2001  Fiesta Freak-on has gone and passed. Now we look forward to BBBY5 (Benyamin's Birthday Bashment Year 5) which will most likely be held in Manhattan somewhere on either October 27th or November 3rd. Those with birthdays around that time and want to celebrate with us contact us and let us know. As for this web site, there are just technical updates being made everyday. Most of them will go unnoticed but we are hard at work on this. Models, stay tuned, information on how to become featured is coming soon. The Bassment Designs web site is still under construction as well but those interested in having us design your logos, flyers, banners, wallpapers, etc. can contact Naphtali.  • 7-01-2001  We have just completed our first year in business and to commemorate this we are holding a "Fiesta Freak-on" celebration in NYC on July 7th, 2001. More information about that can be seen in "Da Events". If you are in the area and available then come out and "Let's Get Dirty".  We are also starting a graphic design company called Bassment Designs, a web site for this is in the works. The scheduled launch date is August 1st, 2001 but it may be out sooner than that. This company, spearheaded by Naphtali, will provide clients with all their graphic design needs (flyers, posters, wallpapers, web banners, etc.)  Lastly, we will start a "Model Of The Week" feature and "Model Of The Month" contest on both of our web sites in September.  • 6-19-2001  After a long wait (by us not by you) the Bassment Entertainment web site has been launched. There is not much going on now and we are still in the "Under Construction" mode so most of the updates will involve this site. Updates concerning the entire company will be made at a faster rate once things start rolling. In the meantime, keep checking back here to see what is going on with us.  Fiesta, Fiesta...The end of this month will be our first year in business (officially) and we are celebrating this with a "Fiesta Freak-On". Check out "Da Events" for more information...Get Your Freak On. There are a few other things going on and as the site is developed the details about these things will develop.   Site Updates  • Monthly Da Spotlight Of The Month updated based on popular vote (First Sunday of every month).   • Weekly Da Spotlight Of The Week updated (Every Sunday).  • 3-15-2004 Mix CDs are made available for sale.  • 3-9-2003 BassmentEntertainment.com Version 2.0 released.  • 6-9-2002 Da Sound Board added. Visitors can "sound off" and discuss issues with other visitors.  • 2-24-2002 The "Featured Model" section is now called "Da Spotlight" and each model's biography is being redone.  • 12-20-2001 Mailing address added to the "Featured Model" application and "Da Contacts and Mailing Lists".  • 11-25-2001 Announced the "2002 Bassment Entertainment Model Of The Year" contest and other content to the "Featured Model" section.  • 11-11-2001 Added content to "Da Events" and "Da Contacts & Mailing Lists" sections.  • 10-7-2001 First "Co-Models Of The Month" announced with Marie Ange and Denise H.  • 9-30-2001 Voting for first "Model Of The Month" begins.  • 9-2-2001 "Featured Model" section begins with Vilyana as Model Of The Week.  • 8-22-2001 Entire web site refurbished.  • 8-8-2001 Refurbished "Featured Model" (Application included).  • 8-6-2001 Added guestbook in "Da Contacts & Mailing Lists".  • 7-17-2001 Refurbished "Da Contacts & Mailing List".  • 7-16-2001 Updated "Da Contacts & Mailing List".  • 7-3-2001 Created "Featured Model" Section in "Da Entrance".  • 6-20-2001 Created "Links" Section in "Da Entrance".  • 6-19-2001 Created "About Us" and "News" Section in "Da Entrance".  • 6-11-2001 Announced Fiesta Freak-On In "Da Events".  • 6-1-2001 Launched Bassment Entertainment web site. 

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