Friday, May 30, 2014
Mariah Carey takes public transportation in NY plus deets on her album sales!
Thursday, May 29, 2014
Lupita Nyong'o to adapt 'Americanah' into a movie!
Monday, May 26, 2014
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Friday, May 23, 2014
NEW GIG: Marlon Wayans to host MTV Africa Music Awards!
Marlon Wayans will be the official host for the 2014 MTV Africa Music Awards.
Taking place at the ICC, Durban on 7 June,The MTV Africa Music Awards is brought to you by KwaZulu-Natal Province in association with Absolut and The City of Durban. South Africa Tourism is also a partner to the MAMA.
Hmmmm what do you think of Marlon as the host? In other news Marlon news, hot off the success of his A Haunted House franchise, Marlon Wayans is teaming up with his buddy Mike Eppsfor the action comedy Any Means Necessary. The film centers on estranged brothers — one a cop, the other a criminal — who are forced to team up for an undercover operation.
That brother is working ain't he? Can't knock the hustle!
Angela Bassett to direct Whitney Houston Biopic
Thursday, May 22, 2014
Greetings from Dubai & Ethiopia
Thursday, May 15, 2014
Jay Z, Solange & Beyonce put out a statement
"The reports of Solange being intoxicated or displaying erratic behavior throughout that evening are simply false," the statement continued. "At the end of the day families have problems and we're no different. We love each other and above all we are family. We've put this behind us and hope everyone else will do the same."
Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Fun Guide to New York City
Here are some of my favorites
175 fifth avenue
at 42nd street and 6th 212-768-4242
119 west 56th street 212-708-7414
FULL LIST: BET Awards Nominations!
Ok so the big story is that Hov & Bey received ten nominations between the 2 of them but I am way more excited about Mafikizolo earning a nomination! Ahhh I could scream, this is awesome news. Their album "Reunited" was flawless and "Khona" was such a BIG tune! Congrats!
Mafikizolo is nominated alongside Nigerian Davido, Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania), Sarkodie (Ghana), Tiwa Savage (Nigeria), and Toofan of
The BET Awards 2014 will be held at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, on June 29. They will then premiere on BET International in Africa on 1 July at 9pm.
And you know I will be on that red carpet right?! Can't wait!!
The complete list of nominees for the “BET Awards” 2014 are:
Best International Act: Africa
- Davido (Nigeria)
- Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania)
- Mafikizolo (South Africa)
- Sarkodie (Ghana)
- Tiwa Savage (Nigeria)
- Toofan (Togo)
Best International Act: UK
- Dizzee Rascal
- Ghetts
- Krept & Konan
- Laura Mvula
- Rita Ora
- Tinie Tempah
Best Female R&B/Pop Artist
- Beyoncé
- Janelle Monáe
- Jhené Aiko
- K. Michelle
- Rihanna
- Tamar Braxton
Best Male R&B/Pop Artist
- August Alsina
- Chris Brown
- John Legend
- Justin Timberlake
- Pharrell Williams
Best Group
- A$AP Mob
- Daft Punk
- Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
- TGT
- Young Money
Best Collaboration
- August Alsina f/ Trinidad Jame$ - I Luv This
- Beyoncé f/ JAY Z – Drunk In Love
- Drake f/ Majid Jordan – Hold On (We’re Going Home)
- JAY Z f/ Justin Timberlake – Holy Grail
- Robin Thicke f/ T.I. & Pharrell Williams – Blurred Lines
- YG f/ Jeezy & Rich Homie Quan – My Hitta
Best Male Hip Hop Artist
- Drake
- Future
- J. Cole
- JAY Z
- Kendrick Lamar
Best Female Hip Hop Artist
- Angel Haze
- Charli Baltimore
- Eve
- Iggy Azalea
- Nicki Minaj
Video of the Year
- Beyoncé – Partition
- Beyoncé f/ JAY Z – Drunk In Love
- Chris Brown – Fine China
- Drake – Worst Behavior
- Pharrell Williams – Happy
Video Director of the Year
- Benny Boom
- Chris Brown
- Colin Tilley
- Director X
- Hype Williams
Best New Artist
- Ariana Grande
- August Alsina
- Mack Wilds
- Rich Homie Quan
- ScHoolboy Q
Best Gospel Artist
- Donnie McClurkin
- Erica Campbell
- Hezekiah Walker
- Tamela Mann
- Tye Tribbett
Best Actress
- Angela Bassett
- Gabrielle Union
- Kerry Washington
- Lupita Nyong’o
- Oprah Winfrey
Best Actor
- Chiwetel Ejiofor
- Forest Whitaker
- Idris Elba
- Kevin Hart
- Michael B. Jordan
YoungStars Award
- Gabrielle Douglas
- Jacob Latimore
- Jaden Smith
- KeKe Palmer
- Zendaya
Best Movie
- 12 Years a Slave
- The Best Man Holiday
- Fruitvale Station
- Kevin Hart: Let Me Explain
- Lee Daniels’ The Butler
Subway Sportswoman of the Year
- Brittney Griner
- Lolo Jones
- Serena Williams
- Skylar Diggins
- Venus Williams
Subway Sportsman of the Year
- Blake Griffin
- Carmelo Anthony
- Floyd Mayweather Jr.
- Kevin Durant
- LeBron James
Centric Award
- Aloe Blacc – The Man
- Jennifer Hudson f/ T.I. – I Can’t Describe (The Way I Feel)
- Jhené Aiko – The Worst
- LiV Warfield – Why Do You Lie?
- Wale f/ Sam Dew – LoveHate Thing
Tuesday, May 13, 2014
Rihanna, Failed Careers and Cheating: Theories Into the Solange vs. Jay Z Fight
Jay Z and Solange Knowles went looking for jewelry together Tuesday afternoon at a high-end NYC jewelry store ... TMZ has learned.Our sources says Jay and Solange were in Mr. Flawless, where they were looking for women's jewelry for around 20 minutes.We're told the pair showed no signs of strife, and looked at gems with Mr. Flawless himself. They looked, but tried nothing on. They left the store without buying anything.Jay and Solange didn't talk much inside the store ... they pretty much just browsed quietly.
Interesting!
So a lot of people have been asking me about possible theories as to why Solange went off on Jay Z and I decided to round up a few theories. Here's what the word on the Internet street is:
1. Did Solange's friends have something to do with it?
Damn Damn! Solo has a point, why did Hov have to roll solo? Why didn't he invite Beyonce? Allegedly. All this is not looking good for the 44 year old rapper
3. Solange was mad at Jay's EXTRA close friendship with Rachel Roy
Apparently the war of words between Solange and designer Rachel Roy has been a long time coming. Bey's little sister is allegedly not comfortable with the "close relationship that RR and Jiggaman have.
Hollywoodlife.com reports
Now this last theory I don't believe at all..AT ALL! Solange's career been stalled..ok not stalled but I don't think she wants the Beyonce level of success. She's talked about that several times..
5. Solange is upset at Jay Z about her 'stalled' career
Thursday, May 8, 2014
Brenda Fassie Ten Years Later: My top FIVE favorite songs!
Let's take a stroll down memory lane as I recount five of my favorite songs(in no particular) from MaBrrrrrr
1. Vulindela
A Southern African wedding is not complete without the DJ playing this song. It always lights up the dance floor. Such a classic!
Speaking of weddings - this song right here is a pre-requisite at any wedding ceremony. How cute is this video? This song just doesn't get old for me.
Ahhh friends, this song here- I can't get enough of it. For those that may not understand the lyrics, Brenda Fassie is professing her love for her significant other (loosely translated) she sings..
"Noma bekuthuka
Bethi umubi
Unekhand'elikhulu
Ngikuthanda unjalo"
She was called the "The Madonna of the Townships" by Time in 2001 so it was no surprise at all when she penned a song called "My Black President" about former South African President Nelson Mandela. They had a very close relationship such that after she overdosed (and right before she passed) - Brenda Fassie was visited in the hospital by Nelson Mandela, Winnie Mandela, and Thabo Mbeki,
This song used to make me cry as a child. I mean just boo-hoo when it come across my TV screen. The video portrays a woman in the village who get's struck by lightening on her way to fetch water. I mean how you can not cry? Uggh but it's a classic and I had to include it on my list.
So that's my list...and there are of course so many MORE classics from the Queen. What are some of your favorites?
Rest in Power MaBrrrrrrr
Online store for chic 'African' clothing? Sign me up!
Love my ANC/Mandela dress!
Monday, May 5, 2014
See Lupita Nyong'o's divisive look at the MET Gala!
Friday, May 2, 2014
A Day in my Brooklyn neighborhood!
Such a cute neighborhood right?
I was on the phone here with another friend. Multitasking all the way :)
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