7/29/2008

Thomas Jones The Next Music Mogul?

New York Jets running back and Meagan Good's boyfriend, Thomas Jones is taking his love for music to the next level, with the launch of his new independent record label Outta Pocket Entertainment. He hopes the venture will serve as a vehicle to emerge as "more than your average record label," while spotlighting genres such as pop, hip-hop and rap.

"I want to put out classic music, that individuals will appreciate for years to come, in addition to making high-quality music," said the NFL star, who was featured in rap diva Trina’s video for "I Got A Thang For You" featuring Keyshia Cole.

Jones admits that growing up, he listened to all genres of music, from R&B, rap, country, heavy metal to jazz. Jones says that he wants to develop a label who's artists are not just recognized but respected all over.

The first artist to be featured on the Outta Pocket Entertainment label is Atlanta-based pop/R&B singer Myko. The crooner, who was introduced to Jones by label executives Latwan Wolfe and Rodney Mitchell, has caught the ears of music fans since opening for rap diva Trina, R&B artists Floetry and Bobby Valentino.

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