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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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The Spider’s Web – A Play by Margaret Mahdi
02 March 2012 5:57 PM | No Comments
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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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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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The Spider’s Web – A Play by Margaret Mahdi
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KAREEM ABDUL-JABBAR TEAMS UP WITH FOLLETT CORPORATION
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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 Comments
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Don’t Believe The Hype! Black Folks Voted On November 2
By 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 [...] -
Recording Artist JF1 to Donate 20% of Digital Sales to Casa del Niño
Dominican-American recording artist JF1 will donate twenty percent of digital sales for the life of his “Como Yo,” digital single until the song raises $200,000 for Casa del Nino, which was founded by Oscar de la Renta and Ximora Menendez. Boston-born, Dominican-raised and now New York-based recording artist JF1 released the single and music video [...] -
N*E*R*D* Releases Fourth Album, ” Nothing”
Star Trak/Interscope artists N*E*R*D* have released Nothing, their fourth studio album on in the US and internationally. The group came up with the title because according to N*E*R*D* front man Pharrell Williams “It’s like nothing you’ve ever heard.” The first single from the album, “Hot-N-Fun” featuring Nelly Furtado, was released on June 29th, 2010. The [...] -
Republicans Think They Have The Power…Seriously??
Let’s make this clear and simple People! The way I see it President Obama was a pawn for the previous party that so-called had the power of the United States in their hands. What is happening, is that they (meaning republiCONS or Tea Party Bags) knew how to divert the negatives from their party by [...] -
Republicans Win Big, America-Divided We Stand
A divided government was the theme as Republicans gained control of the House and strength in the Senate Tuesday night. President Barack Obama will now face a conservative front aimed at trimming government and cutting public aid programs such as welfare, unemployment, and healthcare. By passing socio-economic legislation such as equal pay for women, healthcare [...] -
Chi City Record Pool: Music Symposium
The ever-developing professional music industry in Chicago has birthed the careers of various talented artists throughout the country. With the incline of artists developing utilizing the music business as a professional career, education and business of the industry are the most important aspects. In an effort to stimulate the economic environment of Chicago; The Chi-City [...] -
Common Performed at the “Move America Forward” Rally in Chicago
CHICAGO—Saturday’s “Move America Forward”rally at Midway Plaisance, a park near the University of Chicago was a free event that not only featured President Barack Obama. Hip-Hop artist, Grammy-winner, and Chicago native, Common, gave a unforgettable performance. Common showed his support for the Democrats of the state of Illinois by performing at the rally before President [...] -
3rd ANNUAL PINK PARTY-CHICAGO
Love Yourself First will host their 3rd Annual “Pink Party – Chicago benefiting Helping Her Live Breast Cancer Educational and Outreach Program (HHL). Helping Her Live aims to Gain Control of Breast Cancer in two specific communities, in Chicago, by empowering women with information, helping women obtain routine breast cancer screenings and working with women [...] -
Marsha Ambrosuis “Hope She Cheats On You”
Ex-Floetry member Marsha Ambrosius, begins support of her new single “Hope She Cheats on You” and album “LATE NIGHTS & EARLY MORNINGS” in a city near you. For those of you in Chicago, Marsha will play November 12, 2010 at The Club located at 7600 S Cicero in Burbank, IL. -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: The things you NEED for Fall and Winter!
Hello, to all my lovely fashionista’s. With the temps finally settling into jacket and sweater weather, I hope your wardrobe is too! If your frantically thinking ooh-my-goosh, what are the latest must haves for winter? I got you covered, I have complied a list of perfect winter bags, hats, and boots, in all price ranges. [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: Top 5 Go-To Online Shopping Sites
Special date with your long time love, class reunion coming up, or just a night out on the town with your fav gal pals. Of course you want to find that special frock, or those killer 5 inch heels to wear, but it seems almost impossible, when you have scanned racks upon racks at every store! [...] -
WILLOW SMITH DEBUTS NEW VIDEO FOR HIT “WHIP MY HAIR”!
Willow Smith is set to be a major trendsetter with her new hit “Whip My Hair”. The youngest of the Smith clan (Father is Will Smith – mother Jada Pinkett-Smith) has signed with music mogul Jay-Z’s Roc Nation label and has premiered her first video this week. Check it out [...] -
Chart Topping “Like A G6″!
Far East Movements ‘Like A G6′ Officially Platinum Announce November Tour Dates With La Roux Debut Album ‘Free Wired’ in Stores Now! Los Angeles CA - Far East Movement’s (aka FM) chart topping smash ‘Like A G6‘ has reached certified platinum selling over 1.1 million copies to date. The song remains at the #1 spot on [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: Do we LOVE it (Kanye West)
“Mr. West is in the building swagga on a hundred, thousand, trillion!” Words that Kanye West definitely lives by, As he showed up to his “Runway” film premiere, filled with glee, and deck out like the honorable urban gentleman that he is. Kanye Paired a black dinner jacket, basic black polo shirt, with dark denim [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: Material Girl
Material Girl: “A material girl, is a girl who’s interested in fashion, who’s interested in music, who’s interested in fun, has a sense of humor, is an adventurous human being.” - Madonna Madonna and her beautiful daughter Lourdes have created a fashion forward clothing line affectionately titled “material girl”. Yes, I know the line launched August 3, 2010, but I [...] -
CIFF Black Perspectives Honored Forest Whitaker
Actor Forest Whitaker Chicago International Film Festival held their 46th Black Perspectives Tribute honoring actor Forest Whitaker on Saturday, October 9, 2010. The tribute took place at the Chicago Chase Auditorium and followed a reception at the Wit Hotel. The Black Perspectives Program showcases films that celebrate the richness and diversity of black cultures around [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: DIY (Do It Yourself) Cut off Jean Shorts
Yes I know the weather has drastically changed to cooler temps, but that doesn’t mean you can’t throw on a cute pair of cut offs. Pair cut offs with opaque tights, and knee boots, to keep warm on colder days. Want the perfect pair of cut off shorts? Drooling over the must have celeb jeans, but [...] -
FASHION in a SNAPSHOT: Date Night – Makeup and Wardrobe Ideas
Date nights are always fun whether it be with your new boo, your long time lover or a blind date. What isn’t so fun is picking out the perfect outfit, or putting the finishing touches on your makeup for that grand occasion. Don’t fret my darling fashionista’s, check out these great makeup and wardrobe tips for any [...] -
OK! Magazine’s Fifth Anniversary Party Held at Chicago Hot Spot
OK! Weekly Magazine held their fifth Anniversary Party at Chicago’s Vertigo Sky Lounge (On the top of Dana Hotel & Spa) on Thursday September 23, 2010. The event was hosted by OK! Publisher Stephen Gregory Barr with Owner Stan Myerson. OK! is a weekly British magazine focusing on celebrity news. -
“The Skwod” has the streets of Chicago buzzing with the release of their debut album “The Path”
The word is finally out and the streets of Chicago are buzzing. Up-and-coming emcees JaeOneder & Ka’Ron of the “The Skwod” are southeast side Chicago natives. JaeOneder & Ka’Ron talk with Mari’ about their debut album “The Path” and how they plan to make their mark in the industry. The Skwod Interview: What does The [...]
