October 1, 2008-    BT to Perform at Iona College Maroon Madness Again
The IONA College basketball team and athletic department has chosen Born Talent to once again create the offical song for the 2008-2009 Iona Gales Basketball teams. B.T. had created the offical song of the GAELS the last 3 seasons, and is now working on the new song for both the mens and womens programs. Born Talent will also be performing the song LIVE at MIDNIGHT MADNESS aka MAROON MADNESS at IONA COLLEGE on October 17, 2008 at 7:00pm..

April 21, 2008-    Born Talent Video from Orlando Show
Recently, Born Talent blessed the Mic down in Orlando, Florida, at a showcase called "Blow Sundays". Check out the VIDEO, and leave a comment.

April 10, 2008-    Born Talent Interview on Life On Wax.com
Check out LifeOnWax.com to see a dope Born Talent Interview. BT was interviewed by Dezz Low from the site, and it was very in depth interview. Check out the interview, and leave a comment.

February 20, 2008-    Born Talent to appear on 89.1 WNYU FM
Born Talent will appear as the special "In Studio Guest" on "THE HALFTIME SHOW" on 89.1 FM WNYU, in New York on Wednesday Night February 27, 2008 at 10:30pm-1:00am. You can also tune in via the Internet at WNYU.org.

*** HEAR the Born Talent Interview & Freestyle from THE HALFTIME SHOW

January 14, 2008-    Born Talent- "The Essence" Album Release Party
Born Talent will be having an Album release Party for "The Essence" at The Knitting Factory in NYC on February 5, 2008. Everyone is invited to come join the party, and see Live performances from Born Talent, Torae, Rise, Silent Knight, Emilio Rojas, Don Cerino, NY Rette, and many MORE (and surprises that will TAKE IT BACK) .

January 1, 2008-    Born Talent- "The Essence" is now available!!
Born Talent "THE ESSENCE", which is Born Talent's debut full length album is now available in the STORE on CD. It is also now available in stores, online, and on ITunes.com , HipHopSite.com and Rhapsody.com for download.
Check back often for updates of where you can get it by clicking on this page: AVAILABILITY !!

December 20, 2007-    When the ball drops..THE ESSENCE DROPS!!
On January 1, 2008, Born Talent "THE ESSENCE" album will be available on www.borntalent.com, ONLY. Shortly (a week or so) after it is released on New Years Day ....it will be available in stores, online, and on Itunes for download. Check back often for updates of where you can get it!!

November 8, 2007-    THE ESSENCE- LP Update
I have been getting alot of emails reguarding the release of "The Essence" LP. I know the date has been pushed back a few times...but trust me..it's worth it. I had to work a few collabos out, and update a few things. Shouts to Torae and Rise for jumping on the collabo joint. Anyway... the album is 100% FINSHED and is being shipped out for pressing this week. Stay Tuned...it should be ready for release by end of DECEMBER!!

September 21, 2007-    BT to Perform at Iona College Maroon Madness Again
The IONA College basketball team and athletic department has chosen Born Talent to once again create the offical song for the 2007-2008 Iona Gales Basketball teams. B.T. had created the offical song of the GAELS the last 2 seasons, and is now working on the new song for both the mens and womens programs. Born Talent will also be performing the song LIVE at MIDNIGHT MADNESS aka MAROON MADNESS at IONA COLLEGE on October 12, 2007 at 7:00pm..

September 2, 2007-    NEW.. Born Talent TV
Check out the NEW Born Talent TV!! Head over to the VIDEOS section, to view some Live Freestyles and Performances Videos from BT. Check back often, we will be updating with new vids.

August 1, 2007-    New Pics From "The Essence" Photo Shoot
We just completed the photoshoot for "The Essence" LP yesterday. Head over to the PICS section, to view some new pics from the photo shoot. Also check out the AUDIO section to view the final "The Essence" LP cover.

July 10, 2007-    The 54 Side Show Comes To NYC Radio 91.9FM
The 54 Side Show will now be syndicated. The show will be broadcasted on 91.9Fm (WHUT) in NYC from 10:00pm-Midnight est. The show will still be on from 9pm-Midnight on www.radiohiphop.com, but will also simulcast on 91.9 FM NYC from 10pm-Midnight.

July 4, 2007-    BornTalent.com NEW Site Lay-out
Check out the new look of the site. Thought it was time for something new and improved, with more features. Site will be updated weekly, including the audio archives from each weeks "The 54 Side Show". With "The Essence" LP about to drop, be on the lookout for new song snippets.

June 4, 2007-    Born Talent Creates Pro Wrestling Syndicate Theme Song       Born Talent has been chosen to create the Offical Theme Song for the wrestling federation known as "PWS" (Pro Wrestling Syndicate). You can give the song a Listen, and check out the offical   PWS MYSPACE PAGE.

March 10, 2007-    Born Talent Live In Studio on www.Rocklandworldradio.com Born Talent will appear as the special "In Studio Guest" on "THE LAB SHOW" in New York on Saturday Night March 10, 2007 at 9:00pm-10:00pm. You can tune in via the Internet at RocklandworldRadio.com.

February 1, 2007-    The 54 Side Show is Back!!!   
After a long hiatus, the World Famous, #1 rated online hiphop show, "The 54 Side Show" is back. Join THE AVID RECORD COLLECTOR on the wheels, with host BORN TALENT, along with special co-hosts JAY LOVE and BIG DRUES...as the crew brings you exclusive hiphop joints, underground hiphop, originals, live chat, guests and live calls. Get a dose of real hiphop...and call in and spit!!
1-877-RADIOHIPHOP (toll free)
EVERY Sunday Night at 9:00pm-Midnight EST. (Starting FEB. 11, 2007)

*** Click here to check out the show:    RADIOHIPHOP.com

January 8, 2007-    Born Talent songs selected by NOKIA for their phones
I am pleased to announce that 2 songs off of my current 12" single have been selected by NOKIA Phones and Music Recommenders.com as downloads for their new phones. "BAD SIDE" and "FUTURE" have been chosen as downloadable ringtones.
Check it out at ... Music Recommenders.

January 1, 2007-    Born Talent to appear on 89.1 WNYU FM
Born Talent will appear as the special "In Studio Guest" on "THE HALFTIME SHOW" on 89.1 FM WNYU, in New York on Wednesday Night January 10, 2007 at 10:30pm-1:00am. You can also tune in via the Internet at WNYU.org.

*** HEAR the Born Talent Interview & Freestyle from THE HALFTIME SHOW

October 17, 2006-    New 12" Single - "Bad Side" b/w "This Is For",                                                    "Sugar Free f/ Lupita", and "Future".
Borntalent.com is pleased to announce the release of the new Born Talent single entitled "Bad Side". The single includes "Bad Side", "This Is For", "Sugar Free f/ Lupita", and "Future". All four tracks are produced by THE AVID RECORD COLLECTOR. The single is available for purchase on both 12" Vinyl and CD, and you can BUY and LISTEN to snippets in THE STORE.

"BAD SIDE" Downloadable PRESS RELEASE Click HERE

August 28, 2006-    Born Talent's asked to create "Iona Basketball 2006-2007"                                  as the Officical song of the 2006-2007 IONA COLLEGE                                     GAELS Mens Basketball team.
The IONA College basketball team and athletic department has chosen Born Talent to once again create the offical song to be used before gametime when the Iona basketball team comes out for pregame warmups. B.T. had created the offical song of the GAELS last season, and is now working on the new song for defending MAAC Champs for the upcoming season. Born Talent will also be performing the song LIVE at MIDNIGHT MADNESS aka MAROON MADNESS at IONA COLLEGE on October 13, 2006 at 7:00pm..

FULL STORY:   MAROON MADNESS

LISTEN TO:   IONA BASKETBALL 2006-2007