UNIVERSAL CITYWALK’S HARD ROCK CAFE HOSTS CHART-TOPPING RECORDING ARTIST PITBULL AS HE MAKES MEMORABILIA DONATION

PITBULL WILL MEET FANS AND SIGN AUTOGRAPHS

WHAT: Universal CityWalk’s Hard Rock Café will host a special fan event with chart-topping entertainer, Pitbull. He will be on hand to donate memorabilia, which will become a permanent addition to Hard Rock’s world-famous collection. Following event, Pitbull will greet and sign autographs for first 400 fans who purchase his Rebelution CD.

Pitbull makes his highly-anticipated return with the release of his new solo LP, Rebelution which debuts world-wide on August 31. After dominating the charts for five solid months with his single “I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho),” which peaked at #2 on Billboard’s Hot 100 Chart and has sold 1.6 million digital singles, the infectious song remains in the top 10 on the Top 40 Charts.


COST: FREE!

WHEN: Monday, August 31

4 PM – CD’s go on sale at Hard Rock Cafe

7:45 PM – Memorabilia presentation

8 PM – CD signing begins



WHERE: Universal CityWalk’s Hard Rock Cafe

1000 Universal City Plaza, Universal City 91608

MIAMI - Rapper Pitbull, whose chart-climbing songs have made him a bilingual favorite, was honored Wednesday with the key to Miami - an accomplishment he said officially cemented his title as "Mr. 305."

"I can't help but keep staring at it, because it's something I've worked so hard for," Pitbull said, looking down at the gold key. "I'm very passionate about Miami."

The Cuban-American performer and Miami native, whose real name is Armando Christian Perez, was presented with the key by Miami Commissioner Thomas Regalado during the morning ceremony.

"Pitbull not only lives in Miami, but he's been traveling the country and the world sharing a positive message of Miami," Regalado announced. "So, we should honor not only the dignitaries that visit, but those individuals who make a positive impact on the city."

While growing up in urban Miami, hitting the streets to make money was the norm for Pitbull. But he said he educated himself throughout the process.

"Miami has built my character, and it has taught me a lot about life and helped me in my career," he said, wearing a three-piece gray suit.

Pitbull burst this year onto the mainstream scene with his single, "I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)," which topped charts worldwide and reached No. 2 on the American Billboard Hot 100.

Pitbull's material often references his roots - from album titles about Cuba like "The Boatlift" to frequent use of the nickname "Mr. 305," referring to Miami's area code.

His single, "I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)," topped charts worldwide and reached No. 2 on the American Billboard Hot 100.

Pitbull's fourth album, called "Rebelution," which features "Krazy", "Calle Ocho" and another hit single, "Hotel Room Service," is set to debut on Aug. 31.

"The new album has an international, global feel to it, but it's actually a tour of Miami through my mind, Pitbull said. "I'll take you through the streets of Miami, from southwest to northwest and all the way to the beach."

CHART TOPPING ARTIST PITBULL READIES RELEASE OF BRAND NEW ALBUM, REBELUTION, ON AUGUST 31ST

“HOTEL ROOM SERVICE” AND “I KNOW YOU WANT ME” CONTINUE TOP 10 REIGN ON THE CHARTS

RECEIVES THREE TEEN CHOICE AWARDS NOMINATIONS

New York – Chart-topping entertainer Pitbull makes his highly anticipated return to the mic with the debut of his new solo LP, Rebelution. After dominating the charts for five solid months with his single “I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho),” which peaked at #2 on Billboard’s Hot 100 Chart and has sold 1.6 million digital singles, the infectious song remains in the top 10 on the Top 40 Charts. Joining it is Pitbull’s latest, “Hotel Room Service,” which currently holds the #6 position on the Rhythmic charts. Rebelution, which will be released through Pitbull’s Mr. 305 imprint via Polo Grounds Music/J/RCA Music Group, will hit shelves and online on August 31st.

Boasting production from beatmakers such as Play N Skillz, Clinton Sparks and Grammy Award winning Jim Jonsin and featuring guests T-Pain, Akon, Lil Jon, Trick Daddy and Slim of 112, Pitbull will stake his claim as one of the best emcees in the game, showcasing his undeniable lyrical skills throughout the album’s entirety. While the official first single, “Hotel Room Service,” makes its way up the charts, the accompanying music video, directed by David Rousseau, made its debut on August 3rd on MTV Hits.

As he readies for the long awaited release of Rebelution, Pitbull is also celebrating his three Teen Choice Award nominations for Best Rap Artist, Best Rap/Hip Hop Track and Best Summer Song for “I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho).” These nominations come on the heels of his winning the Billboard Latin Music Award for “Latin Digital Download Artist of the Year” for his hit single “Krazy.”

Selling over a million albums throughout his career, Pitbull has proved that he has true staying power. He is fresh off of his first ever Jimmy Kimmel Live performance and currently has two songs on iTunes Hot 100 and 11 songs on iTunes Latino Hot 100, indicating that his fans are eagerly awaiting his next offering.

Pitbull will kick-off his worldwide Rebelution Tour at the Harrah’s Casino in Valley Center, CA on September 18th with a final show on October 23rd at the Fillmore in Charlotte, NC, after which he will embark internationally through Canada and Europe through the end of November. For cities and dates, please log on to PlanetPit.com.