Win 1 of 3 fantastic Right Out Loud - The Prequel prize packages from Ruslan & theBREAX

One thing I love about the homie Ruslan (from theBREAX) is that he’s a giver.

First, it was a free mp3 of his tough-as-nails remake of Jay-Z’s “D.O.A.”

Then, it was the Right Out Loud – The Freequel mixtape.

Now, he’s giving away three, yes, three Right Out Loud - The Prequel EP prize packages exclusively to listeners and fans of Sketch the Journalist and The Wade-O Radio Show.

Here’s the deal, Ruslan recently released his new project, Right Out Loud – The Prequel EP, to iTunes and various digital outlets.

One of my favorite tracks on the album is “Domesticated.” It’s a refreshing song that honors and celebrates the joys of being a legitimate family man.

If you’re familiar with the song (and even if you’re not), then you need to check out the fantastic film version here that keeps it realer than just about 95% of all hip hop videos ever created.

I think this is a message that deserves an even greater push. As such, I’ve teamed up with Ruslan and The Wade-O Radio Show for a little “Domesticated” contest.

All you have to do to win a Right Out Loud - The Prequel prize package is to take and submit a picture of you doing something “Domesticated.”

You’ll also need to find a way to creatively work in text that says “Buy Ruslan’s Right Out Loud - The Prequel on iTunes today.” This could be via a handmade sign in the background, a skywriter that you hired to decorate the clouds above you, or a message knocked out on your little kid’s Lite Brite that’s off to the side.

Then e-mail your submissions to domesticatedcontest@gmail.com by 5pm PST June 4, 2010.

After that we’ll post all valid entries on WadeORadio.com and open it up to a public vote.

The three entries with the most votes at noon PST on June 11, 2010 will be named our winners. First, second, and third place will be determined by the final vote tally and will be announced by Ruslan on an upcoming episode of The Wade-O Radio Show.

All of our winners will receive a Right Out Loud prize package that consists of:

• Ruslan – Right Out Loud - The Prequel deluxe digital edition
  
• Ruslan – Right Out Loud - The Prequel hard copy
• theBREAX- Broken Television DVD
• theBREAX - When theBREAX Sold Out
• theBREAX – Self-titled debut album
• Mikel Anthony - The Schematic
• Heavenly Host - Thornz In My Flesh
  

First and second place winners get all of that - PLUS:

• A theBREAX t-shirt in their size.
• An “Anti-hype Revolutionary” t-shirt (as worn by Ruslan in the “Domesticated” video) in their size.
  

And the ultimate winner gets all of the above - PLUS:

• theBREAX hoodie
• A Movement Church “I Love My Wife” or “I Love My Family” t-shirt (as seen on Ruslan in the “Nothing in Particular” video) in their size.
• Two pairs of Airspeed shoes in of their choice and size

So get your thinking caps and cameras on and figure out how you can show off your “Domesticated” side. And if I may suggest some theme music for your efforts, go download the track from iTunes for a mere $0.99 cents.

Get going and good luck!

Contest rules:

• This contest requires a minimum of 25 entries to be valid.
• Sorry ladies, we’re trying to encourage our brothers here so this contest is only open to the fellas.
• One entry per person.
• All submissions must include:

- Legal name
- Rap name (if applicable)
- Age
- Phone number
- Physical mailing address
- Preferred t-shirt size
- Preferred hoodie size
- Preferred shoe size

• Submissions containing nudity, sexual innuendo, or inappropriate attire, symbols, and messages will not be permitted. Ruslan, Wade-O, and Sketch the Journalist will make the sole determination of any entries that cross these lines.
• By submitting an image to this contest, all entrants grant Ruslan, theBREAX, The Wade-O Radio Show, and Sketch the Journalist permission to post and use their name, likeness, and photograph (and that of anyone else in the photograph) in any and all online, social network, and printed promotion related to this contest.
• Entrants also grant Ruslan, theBREAX, The Wade-O Radio Show, and Sketch the Journalist permission to include them on a marketing list for future Christian hip hop and ministry-related endeavors.

Vid: Ruslan "Domesticated"

When is the last time you saw rappers doing dishes or folding laundry in a music video?

This is how we need to "keep it real."

This track is off of Ruslan's solo Right Out Loud: The Prequel EP. Buy it here and look for some more info about how you can win a copy from me and Ruslan soon.

Related:

5 Reasons Why I Love Ruslan's Right Out Loud: The Freequel Mixtape

5 Reasons I Love Ruslan's "Right Out Loud"

Ruslan of theBREAX dropped this FREE mixtape gem a while back and I absolutely love it. Here are 5 reasons why.

1. It uses a real DJ.

How many "mixtapes" have you heard that are nothing more than an iTunes playlist? No host, no cuts, no blends. Bump that!

Right Out Loud features DJ Rek (one of the biggest secular producers from San Diego that has started the transition into doing Christian Hip Hop) who handles all of that with ease. It's such a breath of fresh air. Fans of "Anchorman" will love his Ron Burgundy (also from SD) drops too.

2. Remakes don't dominate.

Believe me, I love a good remake and know that's what a decent portion of the mixtape genre is about (see Chamillionaire's successful Mixtape Messiah series,) still, you can feel bogged down after a while, especially if it just mimics a mindless radio playlist.

Here, Rus switches between mainstream remakes ("Transform You," "How Low," "Forever,") original songs ("Nothing in Particular" and "I Can Dig It") and even some Christian hip hop retakes (DJ Official's "Show Off," Washington Projects' "Zepher Wings," and R-Swift's "Chased.")

The variety is much appreciated.

3. He actually says something.

While this joint has punchlines, it's also got lines that punch.

Peep Rus' breakdown of the state of the church/CHH on "How Low," why he thinks the criticism of The Black Eyed Peas as a pop-sell-out is misguided (on the brilliant "All In / I Got a Feeling" mashup,) or the blessings of marriage ("Greener.")

It's nice to have a mixtape that's about something more than promoting a project or showcasing skills. This one gives you meat.

4. Ruslan's a true MC.

Ruslan's never been a swag cat or one looking to ride the next trend to radio spins. He's an MC that can rock a mic.

Catch the storytelling on "Whose Bed Is This?," the modern-day spin on the Joseph/Potipher's Wife story in "Zypher Wings," or his confident recitation on "Kind of a Big Deal" for proof.

5. I mentioned it's being offered for FREE right?

Download your copy here.

I also hear that a Rus' other crew, Gallery Drive, is dropping a fresh mixtape this Valentine's Day. Keep an eye on kevinnottingham.com for details.