Mista Margrine: “It was another infamous performance by the In Tha Ruff squad. Big shout out to Shango and IDeliver, for always showing us love. Performances by myself, Eddi Kane and C-Boyd started the show off right. It began with the hood banger “Back Now” and ended with our latest creation “AK’s & Twenty Two’s” it surely was a star struck event. All music spun by my people, DJ Wiz.”

“Yeeeeeeeeah Man!”  That was the chant as the hosts of LA Talk Radio’s weekend gem “CRASH Radio” and ITR alum, Thaddies “Jonny O” Jackson, and his co host, The Official: DENA, took the stage at the Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena, CA for a night of side splitting laughs.  In Tha Ruff Records presents: Straight Comedy: No Chasers featured some of the hottest young comedians and comediennes in Hollywood.  Just to name a few; Devin Clark (winner of L.A’s Funniest comic contest), Lucas Dick (Funny People, The Improv, and starring role in Kissing Strangers), Grace Fraga (Telemundo, A&E), Robert Baxt ( Hollywood Magic Castle, Good Morning America, and Viva Las Vegas), and special guest Neeley Ward (Improv, Nbc’s Heist).  Be on the look out for the DVD coming soon.

Labeled the most infamous magazine in the south. Hood Magazine offers independent artist an opportunity to get exposure by distributing in over 16 states, predominately the southeastern markets of the United States. With photography by Worth Photo Art Inc and the interview by Suga Shack, Hood Magazine sat down to talk with Kill-Joy to talk about the game and the future of In Tha Ruff Records. Visit everthinghood.com for the full interview.

It’s a new city, but the same grind. In Tha Ruff Records and Kill-Joy have linked up with Florida’s own Dj Purfiya to bring you a slue of hot new mixtapes. The Slip N Slide / Coast 2 Coast Dj is bringing Kill-Joy to the sunshine state in a major way, with appearances on World Wide Hustlin Volumes 3, 4 and 6 in addition to the KILLOLOGY series which is hosted by Dj Purfiya. KJ: “It’s always a pleasure working with those that know how to do business. As I have said on numerous occasions there are too many out there who are businessmen but are not men about they business. Purfiya is doing big things over here breaking records and knocking down these doors. Real recognize real so be on the look out for the forth-coming “Killology 1.0 Mixtape”. All you aspiring artist and labels make sure you hit up Dj Purfiya for all your hosting promotion needs.

With over 800 people in attendance, hosted by Romeo Valentine of Power 104.3 In Tha Ruff Records (I.T.R.) artist DewYaBad, Mista Margrine & Eddi Kane put it down for the Aloha state. Big shout out to Hot Lava Entertainment and associates, for keeping ITR in the fold. The 808 and Pipeline Café have always shown us a lot of love so to them much Mahalo is always due.
Mr Black: “When I opened for Yung LA and V.I.C. it was an incredible experience, it being my first time opening for a major artist. The crowd was real receptive to all the tracks and seemed to be vibing. We also got a lot of positive feedback. My only dislike about the show was our time being cut short. We all want and need the time to get our music out and when we’re cut short it’s almost like losing a finger or something. You’re all messed up. Also we didn’t have VIP like we were promised. Especially for networking we needed to be there to mingle with the other artist and producers and important people but we didn’t have that opportunity. That’s just a little about my experience at the show. Keep checking the website and Facebook for updates and upcoming events.”

Directed by B of Mobbed Out beatz & Kill-Joy. The “I like Money” Video shoot went off with out a hitch. Thanks to Mike Selara and the whole club Black Jack family. Big shout out to Free Money, Black, Juan Doe & Mista Margrine for the cameo’s. “I Like Money” off the self titled Kill-Joy Album is sure to set the tone visually for the album. Be sure to check it out on youtube via the link below or catch it on our MySpace page @ www.myspace.com/intharuff. It’s hot, don’t forget to leave comments and let us know what you think.

I’d like to start out by thanking everyone who came out to support I.T.R. at the 2 Live Crew show and the “Juvenile” no show @ Fashion 45. Our deepest apologies to those that came out to the botched Juvenile Birthday Bash, but the show must go on. Legal action is in the works and we will keep you posted. Much love and respect to all the true I.T.R. soldiers. Please continue to show your support and keep In Tha Ruff Records a place where the diamonds always shine. Keep checking the site for new flix and also if you have I.T.R. gear or are out representing I.T.R. out on the town. Take a picture; we will be adding a special tab in the flix section dedicated to those that do. Those chosen will also receive free I.T.R. merchandise if your pictures are posted.

It’s the last Pro Bowl weekend in hawaii let’s go out with a bang. Power 104.3, Forefather Entertainment, My Evolution & Ideliver Entertainment present: Too Short & Chino XL @ Fashion 45 2255 Kuhio Ave, Waikiki HI. With guest appearances by, Kill-Joy & the I.T.R. Family, The Hammer Brothers, Gotho’s, CD-R,Juan Doe Ft. Mista Margerine and many more. Plus the $250 dollar “Show Short Yo Thong Contest” 21 and up welcome. Doors open @ 8pm and won’t close till 4am.