Howard Stern dont get this Gabby Sidibe thing..

Most of you will be offended by Howard and Robin's comments. Im an admitted fan of Howard and that label is sometimes a heavy burden. Especially when he does something like this. My question is....At some point shouldnt she loose a little weight? If just to ensure life? Unfortunately Howard and Robin dont care enough to address the REAL issue. Regardless I feel they are totally wrong about the extent of her acting. She will be a great actress. Well here we go get ready to be offended, lol....

So how many SUCCESSFUL singing couples you know with 6 kids?

Not many right? So give my friends Kindred The Family Soul aka Fatin and Aja, their own reality show! Seriously I have always been proud to speak about Aja and Fatin because I am a diehard fan of the music and the people. They are both awesome in different ways that come together and fit perfectly! The fact that they now have 6 kids makes them even more awesome. I mean why not? 6 Children born out of TRUE love. Anyway enough with all the mush. Check them out!
I think they are so TLC! Too loving for BET lol

RIP Corey Haim...the man who had me addicted to white boys for the late part of the 80's

Man so I dont know and dont care if this sounds crazy but the death of Corey Haim means so much to me. I think from grades 6-9 I had a serious white boy problem, lol. I say "problem" because at one point my wall was so full of River Phoenix, Chad Lowe, NKOTB, and mostly Corey Haim and Corey Feldman, that my parrents had to have "a talk" with me about it lol. You see they are seriously the BLACKEST brown skin parrents you will meet lol. I cant explain why I went through that phase. And dont get it twisted I still have my favorites, but it was something about Corey Haim. Maybe it was the sideways smile or just the roles that he chose, because to this day, if "Lucas" comes on, Im watchin it. Same with "The Lost Boys". Needless to say if I were to write a book about my life I would have to include "The Corey Haim Era".


How I choose to remember Corey....

Story here

What a great dedication to Denise Williams, Monica!

Love this song and now I love the video. With or without Chad Ochocinco lol. She dedicates the video to Alexander McQueen. I wonder if those are his designs shes wearing...THEY ARE TO DIE FOR!

Man I love my Kanye vists! I always find something new!

he had this cute pic of him and my Philly girl Amber just sitting around

Like this sorta new Mos Def SONG...aint nuffin wrong with that

Ooooh this Common is just what the doctor ordered! Eventhough I might have posted this already...Its that bangin!

NEW COMMON

Like that my man Consquence has a new hot song

Monique explains her tribute to Hattie McDaniel to Oprah...

so proud of her and especially the way she chooses to carry herself throughout this great time in her life....

My "Precious" ladies make their rounds Oscar Weekend

So Oscar weekend comes with a lot of activities (look at me sounding like Ive been there lol). Anyway one of the activites this year were the "Spirit Awards" that is THE Indie movie award! So of course one of the biggest Indie Movies of the year had to represent!


Monique and her husband Sydney


Lenny and his daughter Zoe (PS gotta give Lenny some credit for doing so well in his first movie role!



Lenny, Mariah, and Taraji (who I think secretly wanted to be in this movie lol)
And of course the Cinderella of the night, Gabby! I know this has got to be the best weekend of her life...so far! (PS, Mariah you know I love you and youre my sista, but please wear something classy tonight at the Oscars, lol)

Awwww Erykah always comes back right when we need her right?

This time is no different! I couldnt wait for the sequel to this last album and the time has come! Check out as EBadu makes her promo rounds and stops by Jimmy Fallon to sing her new single, "Window Seat" with her favorite band, The Roots!

A Gay and Lesbian celebration in DC! And its about time!

Why I love JR. Music Exec!

Ok so I have mentioned this program in the past, but here is a refresher for all that have a teen or college age person in their life. Its this really cool program that my homie, Aisha Winfield founded. The goal is to show young folks the careers that can be achieved BEHIND the scenes in the music business.

They are having a fundraiser and award show. And Im hosting! Along with my godmother and radio personality, Dyana Williams. There are quite a few things that are gonna make this night really cool especially considering that some of the actual kids that participate are going to get awadsr, but I am also looking forward to honoring 2 people that I am soooo proud of, Mark Byers (SUPER manager) and Adam Blackstone who I have known for 10 years now. Adam used to play in the band for the Black Lily for a few years as a young buck. Meaning he started playing with some of the best live performers that I kn0w (Kindred, Floetry, The Jazzyphatenastees, Jaguar Wright). And without going into Adam's bio, the man now is not only a great guitar/bass player he is one of the most sought after music directors in the world!! Im talkin Kanye! and Pharrell just to name a few! HE is the reason when you look at Kanye's band that some of us Philly folks think to ourselves "dont I know that dude?" lol. As far as I know Kanye's whole band is from Philly! Oh and by the way he is also producing some songs for Jill Scott's new album. Ok I know im talkin bout this dude alot but like I said Im very proud to have seen his journey! So is Vivian Green who will be presenting the award! Check out the details below!!!


Diamonds In The Rough

Fundraiser & Awards

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Hyatt Regency Penn's Landing

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Tickets $75.00

Jr. Music Executive is an organization that inspires students to dream. On Wednesday, March 17, 2010 we invite you to celebrate professionals and youth that embody the spirit of Jr. Music Executive at Diamonds In The Rough. Our goal is to raise $60,000 for Jr. Music Executive's youth programs and publications. The music industry elite, arts lovers, the business community, and area youth will join in the festivities. The evening will begin by showcasing talented young artists including: Wyldlyfe, Kash Kuumba, Daminga Holden, Team Ice Cream, Royal Black, Khemist, and Sade LevVan. Food, drinks, and an electric atmosphere will be followed by the awards ceremony and a stirring closing performance by Gilbere Forte'. Our hosts for the evening are the dynamic Laiya St.Clair (www.laiyasworld.com) and the legendary Dyana Williams (107.9 WRNB).

2010 Honorees:

Marc Byers (Executive Award)

Adam Blackstone (Creative Award)

2010 Diamond In The Rough Honorees:

Ashley Coleman

Samantha Roberson

Terence Oliver

Laz Alonso helps Jet step it up!

I told you guys a while ago that I am loving how Ebony has stepped it up to the present, but without losing who they are. Well it looks like they are working on Jet now. I dont know if its the slightly funky new font or maybe its Laz, but looking good Jet!

Oh no! The top sista at the White House (other then Michelle of course) is resigning!

As Desiree Rogers leaves, the mind wanders to all kinds of possible and juicy reasons why this went down, lol. She will be missed though, I cant help but think she had something to do with some of the fantastic social things the Obamas have been involved in and have thrown.....

Lets take a moment to praise the REAL singer who sold 502,000 copies of her newest album

Feels good SADE! If you missed her on the view last week...

Ok so yes I was on Dr. Oz, but no Im not that big in real life! lol

Lovin this new (old) Melanie Fiona

Ahhh new Erykah Badu! And yes its worth clickin on

LISTEN!!!!

Let's Talk Black Thought Shall We?

So I am excited to say that myself and 2 good girlfriends of mine have come together to form

It's The Life Productions !

And our debut event "Inside the Studio" will kick off with one of my favorite people and Mc's, The Grammy Award winning, BLACK THOUGHT aka Tariq Trotter. Check out How, Why and When...

RSVP at itsthelifeshow@gmail.com ! Write "RSVPBT" in the subject line. One RSVP per person.


PS
Here's some extra Black Thought to remind you of the WHY

Philly, NJ, DE, DC, MD, and VA a show you might not want to miss

Ok so seriously by now you havent wandered if there was any shady business with this Haiti earthquake?

Because I know me and my family had a couple of conspiracy theories we came up with, but little did I know that the President of Venezuela had the same theories...

I dont know about you, but I dont put anything past this country especially when it comes to an African Nation that wanted to KEEP it that way!

I know I havent posted in a while...

I know I've been a bad Blogger, but lets not argue lets just LISTEN (promise youll love me after, epecially if you can appreciate and good lyricist and a good man (;

GABOUREY SIDIBE!!!! You know the girl we just fell in love with!?!?

Ok so as you can tell by my use of the CAPS lock, I just saw "Precious"!!!! And of course I loved it! I laughed, cried and at times cringed in my seat! I cant believe this actress has never done any film work and only a tiny bit of theater. Which is especially crazy when you see her in interviews because she totally doesnt speak like she does in the movie. No fool not that I thought she would be slangin it up in interviews. Im talking about that deep voice she has in the movie, lol...look!
She actually speaks about how she changed her voice at about 5 minutes into the clip...




And I just posted this Ellen video to show how cool and funny she is..




Gabourey Sidibe is truly my hero for 2010. Watch her as she enjoys her Jennifer Hudson moment this year. Check her out starting things up in Vanity Fair. Love the photo of her and Philly native, Lee Daniels (director of "Precious", "The Woodsman" "Shadowboxer" and "Monster's Ball"). Ok and Ima say it. Although we are all loving her "big and beautiful" attitude, sooner or later some Dr. Ian type (or movie exec) is gonna sway her to shed some pounds. Am I the only one that looks forward to her Moniquesque type makeover?????????? You know where she doesnt loose too much weight, but she just looks healthy?

Kesha Cole all growed up?

So wow Im cruising the internet and I found this statement Keisha put out regarding her mom and 2 sisters. Its ill because I was wandering when she was gonna tire of all the buffoonery. Although Keisha has always had her "hood" side, I always thought she wanted to refine that a little. It took a while (and a baby in the oven), but I think shes getting the point. I wanted to post this because I thought that those who have excelled in any way in there lives, will definitely understand what its like when you have let somethings go. This statement was very honest and Im sure not an easy thing to say AND word......I aint mad atcha sista!

“To all my friends and fans,

It’s time that I clear the air. It’s not a secret that I haven’t been in contact with my mother Frankie, and my sisters Neffe and Elite and I never wanted to air out our differences to the public. While I won’t go into detail here I find it necessary to let you guys know I decided to stop communication with them because I was at a point in my life where I needed serenity and peace to move forward. Please know I love my family very much but it was time to let it go. You guys are a witness to a lot of what was happening from watching on air and online. Now that I am becoming a mom my passion for having a loving and peaceful home for my child is my #1 priority. It’s very important to both Daniel and I. My plate is very full; I have a new baby coming, we are planning our wedding and I am working in the studio on a new album that I am close to completing. The stress that my family is giving me with their constant false reports is not healthy and it’s not what I need at this time in my life. Please understand that there are only a few people that can officially confirm or deny anything that’s happening in my life and that’s me, Daniel, and my publicist, Tresa Sanders. And my girl Monica never lies.”

Love Your Girl,

KC

Lets start our Black History Month activities early shall we?

*TV One will honor Black History Month with a set of specials under the banner "Way Black When," which celebrates the dramatic, musical, and comedic portrayals of African American life from the 70s, 80s and early 90s.

During primetime each weeknight, the channel will spotlight a variety of black cult classics from film and television with commentary from industry experts, including actors, producers and musical artists who helped create, or were influenced by the productions.

One of four genres popular with African Americans will be featured each week throughout February: comedy/variety TV, film soundtracks, classic sitcoms, and blaxploitation movies.

Below is the schedule:

Comedy/Variety Week (Monday, Feb. 1 – Friday, Feb. 5):

• Viewers will be treated to encore presentations of "The Flip Wilson Show," the first successful broadcast network variety series starring an African American, and the never before re-aired "The Richard Pryor Show," which first ran on NBC in 1977.

Soundtracks Week (Monday, Feb. 8 – Friday, Feb. 12)

• TV One will honor the films with soundtracks that underscored our lives… such as the hip hop classic, "Krush Groove" and the quintessential coming-of-age treasure, "Cooley High." Host Chris “Kid” Reid (House Party) will be joined by musical artists Brian McKnight, Kurtis Blow and El DeBarge, along with producer/director Warrington Hudlin, actor Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs and actor Glynn Turman.

Classic Sitcoms Week (Monday, Feb. 15 – Friday, Feb. 19)

• This week will be hosted by actor Darryl Bell from "A Different World," one of the featured sitcoms. He will be joined by a panel that includes other actors and actresses from this week’s featured sitcoms including Ernest Thomas and Haywood Nelson from "What’s Happening!"; "The Jeffersons’" Marla Gibbs; "Good Times’" Jimmie Walker and BernNadette Stanis; and Ajai Sanders from "A Different World."

Blaxploitation Film Week – (Monday, Feb. 22 – Friday, Feb. 26)

• "The Mack," "Cleopatra Jones," "Foxy Brown," "Three Hard Way," and "Sweet Jesus Preacher Man" will be screened under host Mario Van Peebles. A panel includes his father, legendary director Melvin Van Peebles, and actors Michael Jai, Fred Williamson, Anne-Marie Johnson and Roger E. Mosley.

Ok Usher with Niki Manij and some help from Stevie Wonder!?!?!?

First of all you should know this is the DIRTY version which maybe the only way you should listen to a song called, "Lil Freak" lol. Usher's back and uh Niki Manij likes the ladies ey? Or at least she does for entertainment, lol. Anyway, Im feeling this and I thought I should share. Oh by the way. The help from Stevie will only be heard by a TRUE Stevie fan!

LISTEN

Did I mention this is my new favorite video?

New Alice in Wonderland TRAILER!!

Thanks Kanye!

Another Tim Burton directed film where he solicits the help of his two best friends and actors, Helen Bonham Carter (Burton's wife) and Johnny Depp (his best friend and star of most of Burton's movies ie Edward Scissorhands)

So I stopped by Kanye's again and look what I found...

Seeing as though Im one of his biggest fans I was a little confused that I had never seen this video of his. It's crazy too. Directed by one of my favorites, Spike Jonze! It received one of the "video of the year" awards from the extra critical Pitchfork.com. Here is what Kanye had to say about that

I DEFINITELY WASN'T EXPECTING ALL THIS LOVE AT THE END OF THE YEAR. LOVE IS HUMBLING. SPIKE IS A GENIUS AND HE BROUGHT THE BEST OUT OF ME. HE CALLED IN A LOT A FAVORS AND WE DID THIS FILM FOR UNDER 50GS. THANK YOU TO EVERYBODY INVOLVED. IBN KILT IT ALSO!!!! SOMETIMES A BIG IDEA CAN TAKE YOU FURTHER THAN A BIG BUDGET. I REMEMBER WHEN HE PITCHED IT TO ME, I WAS LIKE... UUUUUUUM.........WTF!!!!! ... BUT ONLY A COMPLETE IDIOT TURNS DOWN THE OPPORTUNITY TO BE DIRECTED BY SPIKE JONZE. HE'S A REALLY GOOD FRIEND AND CALMING SPIRIT AND THAT'S WHAT YOU NEED MOST IN YOUR LIFE SOMETIMES. HE REMINDS ME OF JON BRION IN A WAY BECAUSE THEY BOTH CAN FIND THE HUMAN QUALITIES IN PEOPLE AND BRING THOSE TO THE FOREFRONT. THEY HAVE SO MUCH GOOD WILL THAT THEY LET ME USE SOME OF THAT TO OPEN DOORS THAT HAVE BEEN CLOSED OFF TO ME. THIS WAS THEEE MOST IN YOUR FACE CONCEPT BUT SPIKE MADE ME LOOK LIKE A HURT CHILD INSTEAD OF AN OUTRAGEOUS ASSHOLE. WHEN EVERYONE GOES BIG, GO SMALL. WHEN EVERYONE GOES CLEAN, GO DIRTY. WHEN EVERYBODY PUTS ON THE CRAZIEST OUTFITS EVER, PUT ON YOUR FAVORITE OLD BAND OF OUTSIDERS DINNER JACKET AND PULL A MONSTER OUT OF YOUR SOUL. I WISH I COULD SAY THAT MONSTER WAS TRULY DEAD BUT I THINK HE'LL BE BACK TO LIFE SITTING ON MY SHOULDER WHEN I GET BACK IN THE STUDIO.

WE WERE ONCE A FAIRYTALE BY SPIKE JONZE & KANYE WEST
by teleTOC

Kanye also posted the new trailer for the New Iron Man movie, which is interesting because there was a little controversy surrounding the casting of Don Cheadle in the place of Terrence Howard. Last I heard Terrence wanted a raise for the sequel and the producers were like NO! lol So Don stepped in in his place. Anyway it still looks interesting. Scarlett Jo and Mikey Rourke have been added too....

Time Warner Cable subscribers could lose Fox channels on New Year's Eve - latimes.com

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2 things folks didnt catch from this Alicia Keys on the beach video

1. Thats her mom in the video
2. They are in Dubai, which she says, but I find it interesting because Swizz Beats is best friends with THE Prince (there are a lot!) of Dubai. Not only are they friends but the Prince is the Godfather to Swizz's son.

Oh and on a side note. Ive only been to Dubai once and for a short time. But when I looked around it was so much work that was being done. A lot of construction. I was expecting something different although a place with only 5 STAR hotels defintely aint the slums. I just thought about that as I was watchin the video because you can see the construction in the background....

Oh Michael I miss you so much and this video doesnt make things better...

Thank you Spike for your vision though...beautiful

Michael Jackson - This Is It - Directed by Spike Lee from 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks on Vimeo.

Mariah breaksdown what makes her Black and George Lopez breaksdown his Blackness

Enlightening....I always wanted to do one of these tests