Busta Rhymes And Spike Lee Featured In The Ave Magazine's Spring '06 Issue

New York, NY (Ave Magazine) - The spring '06 edition of THE AVE drops this March with two in-depth cover stories: one of hip-hop's biggest icons reinvents himself and Hollywood's most outspoken filmmaker comments on the film and music industries.

Often referred to as hip-hop's Energizer Bunny, Busta Rhymes slows down to discuss his new label, new direction and new album, The Big Bang. Despite 15 years in the limelight and a long list of platinum plaques, the rap vet still has the hunger for more as he teams up with super producer Swizz Beatz on his latest hit single, 'Touch It.'

Spike Lee, the outspoken and often criticized Tinseltown veteran, sits down for a hearty discussion about his 20-year career. In addition, the celebrated director continues his recent critique on the problems with hip-hop, and talks about reuniting with Denzel Washington in his latest film Inside Man.

Continuing to address critical social topics, this edition of THE AVE examines eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia, which have become increasingly common in the African-American community; questions America's claims of being a civilized society when men like Stanley 'Tookie' Williams are executed; and explores the problems within the child welfare system as numerous battered children continue to die at the hands of their abusive caretakers.

Also in this issue, Paul Wall speaks about his recent wedding; BET's 106 & Park host Julissa tests out a batch of consumer products in a new section called Style & Profile; and THE AVE puts a spotlight on Ne-Yo and R&B's other rising stars.

From the biggest names to relevant community issues, THE AVE is truly a street movement in print. To read exclusive stories and subscribe, log on to www.theavemagazine.com.

THE AVE magazine is a quarterly hip-hop publication that covers music, fashion and entertainment, while addressing important social and political issues relevant to hip-hop culture. THE AVE is distributed nationally on newsstands and at all Tower Records, Virgin Mega Stores, Barnes & Nobles and Borders Books.