REGGIE BENJAMIN WINS BIGGEST AWARD AT THE LOS ANGELES BLACK MUSIC AWARD

(February 15, 2006) – International pop singer Reggie Benjamin won “America’s 

Next Star/Best New Artist” at the fifth annual Black Music Awards held on February 

11 at the Wilshire Ebell Theater in Los Angeles. He is the first singer of Indian descent 

to have this honor.

                    Benjamin, who recently signed with Kerry Gordy, of Kerry Gordy 

Enterprises, Inc., (KGEI) is currently working on a new self-titled CD at studios in 

Los Angeles, which is scheduled for release in spring of 2006.  Gordy, an award winning 

producer and executive, has been involved in the music industry for more than 20 years, 

beginning with Motown records.  He founded KGEI in 1990.  

                    “I was so excited when they called my name. This is definitely one of the 

               highlights of my career,” says Benjamin. “We’re working hard on the new CD 

              and we hope to continue the momentum gained from receiving this prestigious 

              award. Working with Kerry has really taken my career to the next level, and 

               I’m thankful for all his help and support,” he adds. Benjamin, whose music fuses 

               the sounds of R&B/pop with the beats of India, and classical Indian vocals, has 

               had successful tours overseas and has been at the top of the club charts in more 

                than 15 countries.  His current release, “Ride,”  hit number four on the Billboard 

                Break Out Dance Chart and is ranked on numerous international charts, including 

                number six on the RA Radio chart in Germany and the top 50 in Brazil.  His previous 

               release, “Hurry Up” remains on the charts in many countries overseas; the Ukraine 

                currently has it ranked as number 16.  In May 2005, Benjamin sang the national 

               anthem at Dodgers Stadium prior to a game,and is in negotiations for performances 

               with NASCAR. For more information on Benjamin  call 312.464.9668; or visit 

               www.ReggieBenjamin.com.

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