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Common’s “One Day It’ll All Make Sense” Book Signing At Barnes & Noble
11 October 2011 4:51 PM | No CommentsOn September 20th, hundreds of Chicago fans gathered in the lower level of Barnes & Noble on State Street to get an autographed copy of “One Day It’ll All Make Sense” by actor and Grammy-winning artist Common. The jaw-dropping memoir entails the up-close and personal journey of the phenomenal musical icon and entertainer. Each chapter [...]
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Shwayze & Cisco Adler Ready for New Album
20 May 2011 2:41 PM | No CommentsWith two major label albums under their belt, years of touring, a MTV reality series Buzzin’, and Bananabeat, the burgeoning one-stop artist collective which includes recording and TV production facilities, as well as divisions for internet and street marketing, brand alliances, tour promotion, management and booking, Shwayze and Cisco Adler have accomplished quite a great [...]
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DVD/TV/Film
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Journalist Toure’ Calls Tyler Perry, “Worst Director in Hollywood”
03 October 2011 3:04 PM | No CommentsThe controversy ensues on whether Tyler Perry and his movies are deemed worthy enough for Hollywood and the like. Many critics have bashed Perry’s movies and directing style as he portrays the irreverent character “Madea” the driving force in his films. Director and controversial filmmaker himself Spike Lee, indirectly referred to the films as “coonery [...]
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Margaret Mahdi’s THE WIZ-CHICAGO STYLE ENCORE!
26 September 2011 7:49 PM | No CommentsThe Wiz Chicago Style Interview Segment from Sherice Grant on Vimeo. The Mahdi Theatre Company returns to King Drive with its spectacular rendition of THE WIZ-Chicago Style. THE WIZ-Chicago Style will feature the “crème of the crop” sensations such as Chanelle Patrick (Dorothy) who has danced internationally and performed in many community driven theatrical productions. [...]
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uWall.Tv Turns YouTube Into Your Own MTV
20 May 2011 2:51 PM | No CommentsDreamDesigners is releasing uWall.tv, a new way to listen and watch legal music on the web. With YouTube being the number one source of videos today, it is common that people use it to find music videos despite results come with videos of interviews, parodies, and things that are not just songs. In addition, the [...]
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Politics
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Journalist Toure’ Calls Tyler Perry, “Worst Director in Hollywood”
03 October 2011 3:04 PM | No CommentsThe controversy ensues on whether Tyler Perry and his movies are deemed worthy enough for Hollywood and the like. Many critics have bashed Perry’s movies and directing style as he portrays the irreverent character “Madea” the driving force in his films. Director and controversial filmmaker himself Spike Lee, indirectly referred to the films as “coonery [...]
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Don’t Believe The Hype! Black Folks Voted On November 2
05 November 2010 9:33 AM | 1 CommentBy Melanie Campbell. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all voters for taking the time to exercise their right to vote in the November 2nd Mid-Term Election. On Election Day, the NCBCP (www.ncbcp.org) managed the Black Women’s Roundtable Power the Sister Vote National Command Center, in partnership with the A. Philip Randolph [...]
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EventsRegional Events
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KAREEM ABDUL-JABBAR TEAMS UP WITH FOLLETT CORPORATION
03 December 2011 11:58 AM | No Comments -
Common’s “One Day It’ll All Make Sense” Book Signing At Barnes & Noble
11 October 2011 4:51 PM | No Comments -
Margaret Mahdi’s THE WIZ-CHICAGO STYLE ENCORE!
26 September 2011 7:49 PM | No Comments
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Style Archive
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FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: Dominique Renee RAWartist
> Greetings Darling Fashionista’s, I’m sure you guys remember the talented nail artist Dominique Renee, FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: Dope Nails… Dominique Renee. Well guess what she’s BACK, with great news! Dominique has been chosen to be a RAWartist. Currently she is in the the running for The RAW 2011 Accessories Designer of the Year. [...] -
DIY (Silver Embellished Hoop Earrings)
This weekend I vowed to complete some DIY projects that I’ve been thinking about for a while now, but I’ve been too consumed with the usual everyday foolishness! Needless to say I was determined this weekend, so I took a trip to my local Jo-Ann Fabrics and Micheal’s to get some supplies. The first project [...] -
New York Fashion Week: Fly and Fab!!
As the week is coming to an end, so is NYFW 2011. SAD is an understatement, as to how I’m feeling right now, because I could not partake in the wonderful events that surrounded the city that never sleeps! Needless to say the celebs were out and about looking uber FAB! Take a glance at [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: Kanye West will Launch new Women’s clothing line..
The rumors that have been surrounding the fashion-forward rapper Kanye West have been proven to be true. “Ye” will indeed be debuting a womens-wear line in the fall. “Louise Wilson”, a professor at British fashion school Central St. Martins, has confirmed reports that Kanye West is working on a womenswear label with British designer “Louise [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: The Nail Polish CRAZE!
“Bright”, “Shatter”, “Glitter”, or “Sparkle” are all names that describe the new nail polish craze that has swept the world. Fashionista’s around the globe can be seen rocking various gleaming, bright polish on their freshly manicured and/or pedicured toes as an added accessory to complete a pull-together-look. This summer, go bold and illuminate with hues [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: What to Wear… 4th of July…
The 4th of July is here! And with all the warm temps around the country, I know all you Fab Fashionista’s are planning to make your presence known at several backyard barbecues, cookouts, saucy yacht parties, or at your local park to watch the fireworks. Sparkle and Shine as bright as the 4th of July [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: Color Blocking
Want to incorporate bright hues into your summer wardrobe? Try summer’s most seen trend, “Color Blocking”. Seen on the runway’s of fashion designers such as Diane von Furstenberg, Gucci, Rachel Roy and on some of our fav fashionista’s like Rihanna and Jada Pinkett-Smith. Color Blocking is a great way to add a bold and stylish [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: Marsha Ambrosius Look-for-Less…
The BET 106 and Park studio was buzzing with celebrities all around yesterday as they announced the 2011 BET award nominees. I fell in love with Marsha Ambrosius look – it SCREAMS spring/summer ready. The casual chic look is prefect for drinks out with the girls, or an impromptu date with your beau. Wanna rock [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: attack of the BRAIDS….Yay or Nay?!?
Dear Darling Fashionista’s, I know at some point we’ve all been influced by the likes of Brandy, Cleoparta, “Justice” from Poetic Justice or some other fab mama, to rock braids or plaits. For sure I have, back in my Moesha days, I wanted to rock those freshly parted and neatly done braids just the way [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: Nude… Pink… The new Lip Craze…
“Lil Mama” coined the popular phrase “My Lip Gloss is poppin”. Yes ladies we all love when our lip gloss is poppin, but the new craze to sweep fashionista’s everywhere is the Nude and Light Pink Lipstick. Nude Lips were seen down several runways for Spring 2011, also several celebs have been working this demur, [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: Dope Nails…. Dominique Renee’
Most of us can relate to having an experience at the nail shop that was less than stellar, and left us seeking and searching for something better. Nail designer Dominique Renee’ is no stranger to this issue, which in turn, led her to designing her own nail line. The 21 year old Nail Artist and [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: L.B.D. (Little Black Dress)
Spring is finally HERE yay! I know all of my fab stylista’s are super excited, and can’t wait to bask in the beautiful weather by attending breath-taking and legendary roof top cocktail parties. Now that spring is here and the weather is much nicer, you’re sure to have a more active social calendar. Not sure [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: Spring is HERE!!!
Hey all my fabulous fashiontista’s around the world! I know you guys are breathing a sigh of relief for warmer temps YAYY!!!!! Although I’m lucky that the weather here in the Mi-ayo is always warm and amazing, I am happy that spring is here and summer is rapidly approaching. Time to break out the vibrant colors, gorgeous [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: Weekend Fashion Fab!
This pass week and weekend the Brown Bella’s of Hollywood were out and about Town looking splendid, and down right breath taking to say the least. The Fellas were not far behind looking dapper. Take a look at a few of Black Hollywood’s most charming and fashionable people. Sharon Neal Kept it cute and causal with a [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: Mix THIS Match THAT…
Pattern mixing can be a bold choice, and not all of you darling stylistas are ready for such a move. Many of our closets may be flocked with floral, stripe, and plaid pieces to adorn our wardrobe, but who would ever think to pair them together! Going against the grain, can look uber high-fashion and [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: Not your average Girl’s Scout, KNEE HIGH Socks are back!
Girls Scouts are easily spotted by their uniforms, and those unmistakable Knee High socks. Well guess what ladies? Knee highs are not just for the 10 year old on the corner selling cookies. Knee highs have resumed there place in fashion again as a cute compliment to any winter or spring ensemble. This winter has [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: Model Fab! Chanel Iman
Dear Darling Fashionista’s, I have decided to start something new: Model Fab, which will be a spotlight showcasing an ethnic model each month. Often times when stocking the runway shows, we tend to over look the fierce models working the catwalk, and only drool over the clothing that is being worn. In honor of the beauties walking the [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: Rapper D CA$H – Southern Rapper with Flair
Interview with Miami Rapper “D CA$H by Tecarra King Miami’s music scene has evolved into all kinds of HOTNESS over the last couple of years, with the likes of Rick Ross, D.J Khaled, Ace Hood and several other great talents. Up next to show the world what he has to offer, is Miami Gardens own D CA$H. [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: “Effortless Style” comes to a TV near you!
If you are anything like me - a fashion junkie, then you must be tapping your feet waiting on the next season of the Rachel Zoe show. But pretty soon you can get another fashion fix with another chic style icon June Ambrose. Ambrose is slated to star in her very own reality show. According to The YBF (Young Black and Famous) and [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: Holiday Hair Accessories!
The holiday season is the time for all the BOLD and FEARLESS fashionista’s to display there glitz and glamour.Not ready to step outside of your comfort zone with a shiny and sparkly dress or blouse? Take a simple and slow approach to shiny and sparkly with hair accessories. Headbands, Hair Clips, Head Wraps and Barrettes are all the rage [...]
