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It is a rare and significant occasion when a musical artist captures and expresses the sentiments of a generation and expands his horizons to make an impact on society, creating a union between music and life. Sean “P. Diddy” Combs is undoubtedly among this very select, very small group. With the roots of his talent stemming from rap and hip-hop but reaching way beyond those parameters, Sean has torn down the barricades that continue to segregate music and society. Through his music, he has allowed different genres – be it hip-hop, pop, soul, rap or underground – to integrate, and in the process, has given birth to a new and unique form. For superstar artists like Mary J. Blige, Smashing Pumpkins, Jennifer Lopez, R. Kelly, Sting, Mariah Carey, Aretha Franklin, Boyz II Men, Whitney Houston, Jay-Z, Dream, Lil’ Kim, LL Cool J, Janet Jackson, Busta Rhymes, Faith Evans, 112, B2K and many more, Sean has produced and penned multi-platinum, chart-dominating hits. As CEO and founder of Bad Boy Worldwide Entertainment Group, a pioneering producer, rapper and pop phenomenon, Sean has become one of today’s most extraordinary, accomplished and unforgettable talents.

One of the most impressive companies of BBWEG is Janice Combs Publishing, Inc. which was formed in 1994 with the signing of just two artist/song writers, former EPMD roadie Craig Mack and friend and collaborator Notorious B.I.G. Mr. Combs’ innate talent as a power producer, songwriter, arranger and CEO who had an ear for recognizing great talent and developing big hits resulted in the subsequent signing of many of Bad Boy records songwriting acts including: the members of Total, the members of the Lox, Faith Evans, the members of One Twelve, Mason Betha, and of course: Sean Combs, just to name a few. Later, it just made sense to begin publishing some of the other talented songwriters in the Bad Boy camp. This resulted in the addition of platinum and award winning songwriters Jack Knight and Mario Winans. Once the catalogue was up and running, using his legendary A&R skills, Sean began scouting and signing unknown and fledgling songwriters outside the camp. Adonis Shropshire, who penned the #1 chart topping Usher & Alicia Keys hit “My Boo” and Makeba Riddick, who has co-written several of Beyonce’s #1 singles are prime examples.

For an entrepreneurial businessman who excels in music and all avenues of pop culture, a thriving publishing catalogue just makes sense. Boasting over a thousand songs and spanning over a decade of history, Janice Combs Publishing, Inc has garnered:

• 40 ASCAP & BMI Awards
- Including Sean Combs as 2000 Songwriter of the Year and
- Mario Winans as 2003 Songwriter of the Year

• 34 #1 Billboard Singles Charts
- 8 #1 Hot 100 Singles
- 8 #1 Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles
- 16 #1 Hot Rap Singles
- 2 #1 Hot Rap Tracks

• 31 Grammy Nominations
• 7 Grammy wins

Through hard work, persistence and an undeniable passion for music, Janice Combs Publishing continues to nurture and build the legacy of its already growing Publishing Empire.

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SEAN COMBS, the CEO and founder of Bad Boy Worldwide Entertainment Group is a multifaceted entertainment powerhouse. Sean “P. Diddy” Combs was recently declared “One of the Most Influential Businessmen in the World” by Time Magazine and CNN. Combs, 35 oversees one of the world's preeminent urban entertainment companies, encompassing a broad range of businesses including recording, music publishing, artist management, television and film production, recording facility, apparel and restaurants.

Music has always been at the heart of his career. He is a recognized producer, solo artist and performer, who has produced chart-topping hit songs for music superstars including Aretha Franklin, Sting, Jennifer Lopez, Mary J. Blige, Janet Jackson and the Notorious B.I.G. Combs has also released four multi-platinum albums and won his third Grammy Award for the #1 song “Shake Ya Tailfeather” from the Bad Boys II soundtrack, which he executive produced.

Sean’s success in music has translated into a collection of business including the screen. With television, P. Diddy and MTV have always had a special relationship beginning with his famous videos and show stopping VMA performances. In June 2003, P. Diddy teamed up with MTV to find the next big hip-hop group with Making the Band II which aired for three seasons. P. Diddy brought a new installment of the now hit show with Making the Band in spring 2005, when he was in search of an all girl group. P. Diddy has also entered into a first-look, overall production agreement for future television projects with MTV. Combs will provide executive producer services in connection with developing, supervising, producing, consulting and possibly appearing on potential MTV branded programming.

Acting is fast becoming an important ingredient in the burgeoning empire of Sean Combs. Beginning with his acting debut in the film “Made,” Combs went on to receive critical acclaim for his supporting role in “Monster’s Ball” opposite Halle Berry and made a successful Broadway debut starring in the lead role of Walter Lee in the classic Lorraine Hansberry tale, “A Raisin in the Sun.” Recently, he completed filming the highly anticipated prequel “Carlito’s Way: The Beginning” directed by Brian De Palma. Diddy also recently joined the HBO family in June 2005 with a new series “P. Diddy Presents the Bad Boys of Comedy.” The series, which airs Friday nights, features the hottest up-and-coming urban comedians performing in front of a live audience.

Not only has Combs made an indelible mark on the worlds of entertainment, he continues to break new ground in the fashion industry. Since the inception of his label, Sean John Clothing, Combs has been praised for his innovative and sexy approach to fashion. His efforts were recognized in 2004 when he was awarded the prestigious “Perry Ellis Menswear Designer of the Year Award” from the (CFDA) Council of Fashion Designers of America. This year, Combs will launch Sean by Sean Combs, a designer collection for women and his own fragrance with cosmetics giant Estee Lauder.