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INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT—BLUEPRINT
By: Terrance Hazly
With over 15+ years of experience and knowledge in the music game, we go inside with the
man known as Blueprint.
The Understry Founder/CEO and DeCago, Inc affiliate defines himself as a "creator of sitiua-
tions" for artists. He creates opportunities to bring the music industry to the artist and busi-
nesses by providing touring and major label connections.
In playing the role of the "quarterback" for Decago, Inc, Blueprint is able to send various artists to company own-
er/boss Anthony Jordan. It is from that position he is able to promote shows & tours that deals with the artist(s) be-
ing paired for performances overseas with the likes of HipHop professionals such as KRS 1 to Wu-Tang.
He also one that carries the belief that "The game can be more independent, cats with strategy
behind them will do good." When it comes down to the independent artist on the grind his
thoughts are "Open mic cats should be the 1st ones to get paid, artists should get paid, not pay to
get on."
In the present, Blueprint is focused on securing sponsorship for events and his promotions while practicing
good business. He is also working with Kia Babydoll Jeffries (vocalist from Akinyele's Put it in your Mouth), while future
plans include working with different non-profit organizations and promoting different shows around the country. In
doing so he wants to build on the growth of his business capabilities by focusing on aspects bigger than entertain-
ment stating "it's political, about money and the right timing." His business minded influences include Diddy, Fif-
ty, and Oprah. Through it all he plans to remain Blueprint, the one who "puts it together, makes it happen....humble not
standin' in my own way, always handlin' shit!".
facebook.com/Mrblueprint