"Shanti Das is a legendary figure in the recording industry.  Her vision and courage have contributed greatly to the quality of music in our time.  Don't miss her powerful book on her life and work!"

-DR. CORNEL WEST, PRINCETON UNIVERSITY

"Shanti and I spent extraordinary years at LaFace Records developing the careers of Toni Braxton, TLC, OutKast, Pink, and Usher to name a few. It was an incredibly important time, not just for us but also for the template that LaFace established for the entire music industry. Shanti has gone on to carve out a crucial role for herself in the entertainment industry. She is an originator, and I am thankful that she has documented her amazing
history for all to learn from."

- ANTONIO 'L.A.' REID

“I've known Shanti since way back in the day, and she's always held my utmost respect. That's because she's all about hard work and integrity. She built up her own personal brand by getting her grind on and doin’ what she says she's gonna do, no excuses. She's a rare breed -- not just in this business, but in any other industry. Kids today always want to find shortcuts to the top, but Shanti's a proponent of playing your position and getting it done right, no matter what it takes. We need more voices like hers to get that message across to our young women and men. So tell it, Shanti!”

-DIDDY

"I believe this might be the only literature of its kind that delves into the true level of commitment that's required to make it in the entertainment business. I love Shanti's honesty and candor in allowing readers to see the ups and downs that may occur when aiming for your dream. Yet if one stays focused, they can soar."

-MC LYTE

“Shanti Das is a dynamic woman and music executive. Her tenure in the music industry is the result of passion, knowledge, and perfection of her craft.”

-SYLVIA RHONE

"Shanti has been pivotal in the exposure and growth of Outkast since day one. When snippet cassettes and record stores were still around, she was right there telling whoever she could tell about the music.  In the office and in the field, she has always been about the work.  I can't begin to imagine what it must be like to be a woman in this business, but I do know she handles it well."

-ANDRE 3000 (OUTKAST)

"Shanti Das' insight is not some scathing tell-all; it's actually an informative manual on how to come up in an industry that has proven to be shady!"

-Q-TIP

“Always creative in her approach with one ear to the ground and the other on the kick and snare, this bgirl (Shanti) gone put somethin’ with somethin’ and make it happen!"

-ERYKAH BADU

"Shanti is the epitome of dreaming big and working hard. She is not just a great female executive, but a great executive who has made major contributions to the industry. Her story should lay as an example for younger generations, and her success should be celebrated!"

-KEVIN LILES

“The great thing about Shanti is she understands the art of hip-hop and understands the business of the music business.   She knows how to walk that fine line very well... nobody is better!”

-STEVE RIFKIND