CMG Welcomes Author James Benjamin

Conversations Media Group is excited to announce its representation of James Benjamin, author of MASTER OF DISGUISES.


"Benjamin's book is a not just a revealing look of his journey but the faith it takes to survive," says Cyrus Webb, President of Conversations Media Group. "We are excited to take the next step in sharing Benjamin's story and the inspiration it offers to all of us."

About the book author James Benjamin says this: " I honor God for giving me this word for his people. While being incarcerated I experienced God like never before. All that I have been through in my life God told me to write it down because my life is a testimony to the next person. We as people of God need to be able to detect the many different disguises of the enemy. In this book I am going to expose the enemy. I'm going to bring to the light the many different disguises and faces that the enemy has set for the people of God to lose their focus. Satan is present and evident and present in the world today and unless we recognize his disguises we will be unable to defeat him."

Stay in touch with the author on his Facebook page at www.tinyurl.com/authorjamesbenjamin.

For interviews or appearances contact Cyrus Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.896.5616.

Mississippi Native Cyrus Webb Announces New Web Show

After an almost seven year absence from in front of the camera Mississippi native Cyrus Webb announces his return as the host of a new web show called "Conversations with Cyrus Webb".

Known by many as the host of Conversations LIVE the radio show, Editor-In-Chief of Conversations Magazine and the President of Conversations Book Club Webb,37, will be bringing the many components of the Conversations brand together visually 5 days a week beginning July 1, 2013.

"It just feels like the right time," says Webb. He was approached by Dwight "D. C." White of History Records and Entertainment about the show in February. "D.C. and I have worked together many times over the past decade. I agreed with him that there was a real need for something like Conversations on air." Plans began to be made about the show and "Conversations with Cyrus Webb" was born.

Webb is not new to televised programs. From 2004 to 2006 he hosted a weekly show on Jackson, MS' ABC affiliate 16 WAPT called "Conversations with C. A. Webb." Though the show was well-received, in 2006 Webb stepped away to focus on the magazine and building the co-ed book club. He would later tape segments to air on Jackson's Channel 18, however, he was mostly M.I.A. on television over the next several years.

Co-produced by Webb and Calhoun, "Conversations with Cyrus Webb" will include interviews, book features and discussions of issues that matter to Webb and that he believes others will find informative and enjoyable as well.

To celebrate the new program Webb is pleased to announce there will be a live taping in front of an audience of the first few shows on Sat. March 30th beginning @ 11a.m. at the Pearl Public Library (2416 Old Brandon Road * Pearl, MS). Admission to the taping is free, however, those who want to participate in being a part of the audience will need to arrive no later than 11a.m. Guests for the taping will be Glenda Hunter (abuse survivor and author of the book THE UNSPEAKABLE SECRET, actor/entrepreneur Kenyon Glover, reality star Bigg Marv (A&E's HAMMERTIME) and recording artist Ziggy.

For more information about the show or the upcoming live taping contact Cyrus Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.896.5616. You can also visit www.cyruswebbpresents.com or www.conversationsmediagroup.com.

Recording Artist DaShawn Releases New Single, Tues. March 5th

You've seen him on the cover of Conversations Magazine, now recording artist DaShawn returns to Conversations LIVE radio show to discuss his love of music and to introduce his new single "I Need You."

"Conversations LIVE is like home for me," says the R&B singer. "Its great to be able to catch up on what I've been up to and to give listeners an exclusive listen to my new song." The single will make its world premier on Tuesday, March 5th @ 6p.m. et (5p.m. ct/3p.m. pt). http://www.blogtalkradio.com/conversation-pieces/2013/03/05/artist-dashawn-releases-new-single-on-conversations-live 

Dashawn has been making a name for himself since the release of his mixtape DIARY OF DASHAWN.   The Mixtape's first single, "Can U Handle It," established DaShawn as one of R&B's hottest unsigned artists. The Mixtape reached number six on Datpiff.com and became the top mix tape of the day. On the 5th of December 2010 DaShawn signed a distribution deal with Island Def Jam Music Group and released “Can U Handle It” as the official first single of his debut album “On My Way”, which was scheduled to be released in early 2011. The Single topped the R&B charts reaching number 12 on top R&B singles. This gained a legion of new fans. Since then he has appeared on multiple radio interviews, was featured on the cover of Conversations with Music Magazine (published by Conversations Media Group) and has even gained the respect of fellow artists.

The release of the new single on Tues. March 5th is just the beginning of what the artist has in store for fans in 2013. With well over 300k MySpace song plays , 24k ringtone downloads and thousands keeping up with him on Facebook and Twitter, DaShawn is proving to be one of R&B’s go-to guys for great music.

Save the date and listen to the world premier of DaShawn's new single "I Need You" on Tues. March 5th @ 6p.m. et (5p.m. ct/ 3p.m. pt) at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/conversation-pieces/2013/03/05/artist-dashawn-releases-new-single-on-conversations-live After it's release on the radio show DaShawn is making the single available for FREE for a limited time online. Stay tuned for locations. 

Find out more information about the artist at www.facebook.com/dashawnmusic, www.twitter.com/dashawnonline and www.youtube.com/dashawn254.

Reality Star Bigg Marv Co-Writes Book Series Aimed At Inspiring the Youth

The world may have gotten to know him as the cousin of award-winning recording artist M. C. Hammer on A&E's hit reality show HAMMERTIME, but Bigg Marv is making his own moves and bringing attention to causes that matter to him.

 Since 2010 he has worked with the organization Mission One Voice, working with military families and hosting events that provide awareness and entertainment for them. As 2012 comes to an end, however, Bigg Marv is venturing into another platform in order to give back: becoming a published author.

 Partnering with Cyrus Webb, host of Conversations LIVE radio show and Editor-In-Chief of Conversations Magazine, Bigg Marv has begun co-writing a series of books called LOVING ME FOR ME. Aimed at the youth and incorporating messages about self-empowerment, self-worth and the importance of loving yourself, Bigg Marv and Webb hope to do their part in inspiring those who will be shaping the future and allowing them to realize their own potential.

 "It's been great working with Marv on this project," says Webb. "I've been watching the way he is able to interact with his audience of all ages, and I think that this is just what they may need to see themselves in a different way." "I've always been passionate about the youth," adds Bigg Marv. "The support of young people is one of the reasons I was so popular on the HAMMERTIME show. I think what Cyrus and I are doing through this series is going to show them not only what is possible but how they don't have to be limited by their circumstances."

 The first book in the series, WATCH ME SHINE, is a message about allowing your gifts to shine through. It will be released by Conversations Media Group as an e-book on Tuesday, December 11th and available for free download for the rest of 2012. Look for Webb and Bigg Marv to be visiting schools and making other appearances sharing the message of the book.

For more information about the new literary venture contact Cyrus Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or visit www.conversationsmediagroup.com.

Conversations Magazine Release Event--- Sat. Oct. 6, 2012

Conversations Media Group invites you to its next release event for Conversations Magazine.

This will take place on Sat. October 6, 2012 at Appetizers Restaurant (3000 Hwy 80 E * Pearl, MS) beginning at 6p.m. and will feature the new issues of Conversations Magazine and Conversations Model Citizens.

Special guests include magazine author Glenda L.Hunter, recording artist Gutta Mane 601, fashion designer/stylist Gail Ambeau and actor/model John Westley Dean (ATL,VH1's Single Ladies), all who are featured in current issue of Conversations.

Admission to the event is free, however, food specials will be available as well as the current issues of the magazines.

For more information contact Cyrus Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.896.5616. You can also visit www.conversationsmag.com and www.conversationsmodelcitizens.com.

"Conversation Pieces": Magazine Release and Networking Event

(Saturday, September 1, 2012 * Pearl, MS) Cyrus Webb, Editor-In-Chief of Conversations Magazine/Conversations with Music Magazine/ Conversations Model Citizens Magazine, invites you to CONVERSATION PIECES: the magazine release event for the new issues of each publication.

This will be held on Sat. September 1st at Appetizers Restaurant (3000 HWY 80 * Pearl, MS) beginning @ 6p.m. Free wings while they last. Each new magazine will be available, and those who attend will be able to sign up for a year subscription (12 issues) to the monthly magazine for only $20!

Admission to the event is free. For details contact Cyrus Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.896.5616. You can also visit www.conversationsmediagroup.com and www.conversationsmediagroup.com. 

Conversations LIVE Radio Celebrates 300th Guest of 2012, 3k Since 2003

Conversations Media Group is pleased to announce two milestones for Conversations LIVE radio show. Host Cyrus Webb interviewed his 300th guest of 2012 on Monday, April 30th: Platinum-selling recording artist/American Idol winner Taylor Hicks!  (Listen to the show by clicking here.)

Just days later he welcomed his 3000th guest since the show began: award-winning author Tiona Brown. (Listen to the interview by clicking here.)

"It's amazing to see how the show has grown over the years," says Webb, 36. He began hosting Conversations LIVE in July 2003 first on WMPR 90.1 FM in Jackson, MS. Since then the show has been shared with a variety of affiliates, including Blogtalkradio.com and http://www.dcnowradio.com/.

Each month over 100k listeners tune in for discussions with news makers, entertainers, politicians and individuals who have a story to share. Webb believes this is what has made the show a cut above others on talk radio. "I don't just have people on for ratings," he says. "If I am going to talk with someone I want to make sure they actually have something to say."

To find out more about Conversations LIVE visit http://www.conversationsliveradio.com/. For more information about how to be a guest or featured on the show contact Cyrus Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.896.5616.

Cyrus Webb Announces the Formation of the Conversations Media Group

(Friday, May 4, 2012) Shadow Play Entertainment Founder and President Cyrus Webb is pleased to announce the formation of the Conversations Media Group (CMG). 

Since 2003 Shadow Play Entertainment, the entertainment and promotional entity of C. A. Webb, Inc., has been the home of the Conversations Brand which includes a radio show, book clubs and magazines. Over the years hundreds of thousands around the world have benefited from the brand, and because of its reach and continual growth it has become necessary for a change.

"Conversations has really developed its own identity," says Webb, 36. "With all of the new projects we have coming through the pipeline, I knew it was time to create an entity that could meet the needs of the brand. Conversations Media Group will do just that."

Effective Friday, May 4, 2012, Conversations Media Group is the new home of Conversations LIVE Radio, Conversations Book Club, Conversations Magazine, Conversations With Music Magazine, Conversations Model Citizens Magazine and the new web show Conversation Pieces.

For more information about CMG visit www.conversationsmediagroup.com.