TLC Set To Receive Legend Award With Triumphant Performance At MTV VMAJ 2013

TLC SET TO RECEIVE LEGEND AWARD WITH TRIUMPHANT PERFORMANCE AT MTV VMAJ 2013

MTV Video Music Awards Japan Celebrates TLC’s 20th Anniversary And Contributions To Music

(Atlanta, GA) R&B super group TLC was unveiled to hit the stage of the MTV VMAJ 2013 with their first ever “Legend Award” in hand, the news was announced today by MTV Japan. The 12th annual MTV VMAJ 2013 takes place at Makuhari Messe in Chiba Prefecture on Saturday, June 22. The show will premiere on MTV Japan on Sunday, June 23 at 8PM (Tokyo), and will be broadcast worldwide on MTV channels at a later date with potential viewership expected to reach over half-billion households.

Apollo Theater To Induct Chaka Khan Into Apollo Legends Hall of Fame at Annual Spring Gala Concert…June 10, 2013

APOLLO THEATER TO INDUCT CHAKA KHAN INTO APOLLO LEGENDS HALL OF FAME AT ANNUAL SPRING GALA CONCERT MONDAY, JUNE 10, 2013

SPECIAL PERFORMANCES BY PATTI LABELLE and MARY J. BLIGE

TIME WARNER INC. TO RECEIVE CORPORATE AWARDFOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP ACCEPTED BY CHAIRMAN & CEO JEFF BEWKES PRESENTED BY SARAH JESSICA PARKER

PERCY E. SUTTON CIVIC LEADERSHIP AWARD PRESENTED TO CAROL’S DAUGHTER FOUNDER & PRESIDENT LISA PRICE

HARLEM, NY – April 11, 2013 – The Apollo Theater, a leading not-for-profit performing arts institution and one of the nation’s greatest cultural treasures, announced that its 8th Annual Spring Gala Concert will induct Chaka Khan into the Apollo Legends Hall of Fame on Monday, June 10, 2013 in celebration of Ms. Khan’s 40th anniversary in the music business. This year’s program will include special tribute performances to the legendary singer by Apollo Legend Patti LaBelle and the incomparable Mary J. Blige.

COMMON “CENTS”: Financial Tips for Couples

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by Ryan Mack

With all the media chatter about “Kim-YE” I thought it appropriate to discuss our own personal relationships. Yes…we all know that Kim and Kanye West are both multimillionaires, but do you know

the financial picture of the person you are dating?

Money should never be a divider in relationships yet the majority of all divorces are due to disagreements over financial matters. Why is this? It is my contention it is not the financial irresponsibility itself, because many of us including myself have made financial mistakes. However, it is the SURPRISE of that additional bank account loaded with money that was kept secret, that unknown poor credit score, or that irresponsible shopping addiction that causes financial turmoil and arguments in a relationship.

How do we solve this?

First, let me demonstrate a critical point by telling you this story: There was a little boy who saw an elderly man sitting on a bench with a dog. The little boy walked up to the man and said,

“Hey old man…does your dog bite?”

Michael Jackson Bad 25 Trailer Preview – The View

Apollo Uptown Hall Announces Free Presidential Viewing Party at the Apollo Theater- October 16th

 

The Apollo Theater will present the second event in its newly launched Apollo Uptown Hall series with a FREE viewing party of the second presidential debate between President Barack Obama and Republican nominee Mitt Romney on Tuesday, October 16th at 7:30pm. Prior to screening the presidential debate, there will be a panel discussion with several respected political analysts, who will discuss issues important to the community, followed by a Q&A with the audience. The panel includes Esther Armah (WBAI-FM), Herb Boyd (The New York Amsterdam News), Michael Brendan Dougherty (The American Conservative), Mark Riley (WWRL 1600 AM), William Tucker [The American Spectator],  and Armstrong Williams (SiriusXM’s The Power). The panel will be moderated by Christina Greer (Fordham University, Political Science Assistant Professor). Those interested can register in advance at apollotheater.org.

Following the panel discussion, Shannon LaNier (Black Enterprise Business Report) will lead the Q&A session, inviting the audience to participate in the dialogue.  Preceding the event, there will be live entertainment from soul jazz violinist/vocalist, Charisa the Violin Diva, as well as music provided by RhythmAndSoulRadio.com’s DJ, The Legendary Chris Washington.

25th Anniversary of Michael Jackson’s Album BAD25 Celebrated With 9/18 Release Featuring Pitball, Afro Jack and More

 

25^th Anniversary of Michael Jackson’s Landmark Album BAD25 Celebrated With September 18^th Release

Newly Discovered Outtakes and Demos from BAD Album Recording Sessions to be Released Along With Remixes Featuring Pitball, Afro Jack, Speed Demon and Nero.

 

Katherine Jackson & the Jackson Family Values: A Billion Dollars Worth Of Mess

http://mybrownbaby.com/2012/07/katherine-jackson-the-jackson-family-values-a-billion-dollars-worth-of-mess/

by Denene Millner

The fight over Michael Jackson’s children and estate has turned into a messy mess of an affair, with accusations of mama kidnapping, auntie slap boxing, brothers turning against sisters and cousins “rescuing” cousins, culminating with Katherine Jackson losing custody of Paris, Prince and Blanket, the children the King Of Pop willed her to take care of when he died.

Word is Katherine, no doubt shook by Superior Court Judge Mitchell Beckloff’s order that Tito’s son, TJ Jackson, get temporary custody of Michael’s children, is back at her Calabasas estate after disappearing for an almost two week-long “visit” at daughter Rebbie’s Arizona home, where she’s been hanging with Janet, Jermaine and Randy—playing Uno and, according to her children, following her doctor’s orders to “rest.” Katherine is vowing through attorneys that she’ll fight to get the kids back into her care.

CHAKA KHAN Honors Lionel Richie & Pays Tribute to Whitney at Apollo Spring Gala

The Apollo Theater, one of the nation’s greatest cultural treasures, announced the lineup for its seventh annual Spring Gala Benefit Concert, at which they will induct Lionel Richie and the late Etta James into the Apollo Legends Hall of Fame. Proceeds from the gala benefit, to be held on Monday, June 4, 2012, will go toward the non-profit Theater’s education and community engagement programs.

In addition to performances honoring Richie and James, this year’s program will include tributes to three musical icons that have passed this year. Ten-time GRAMMY® Winner Chaka Khan will perform a tribute to the late superstar Whitney Houston; Eddie Levert, in honor of Soul Train creator Don Cornelius; and Valerie Simpson for her husband and legendary songwriting partner Nick Ashford. The evening will be hosted by celebrated comedian and former host of Showtime at the Apollo, Sinbad, with American Idol’s Ray Chew serving as musical director.

Why Your Personal Life Impacts Your Professional Brand

http://seekwisdomfindwealth.blogspot.com/2012/05/why-your-personal-life-impacts-your.html

By Patrice C. Washington

We can’t help it. Whether we hear Apple, BMW, Coca-Cola or Wal-Mart, we automatically create very specific images in our head about each one of those brands and what they represent to us.  Likewise, very specific images come up when we hear names like Beyonce or Cher or Michael Jackson. Brands don’t only pertain to businesses, but people, as well.  So, it’s important to understand that whether you are trying to or not, YOU represent a brand.  And whether you want to accept it or not, there is absolutely no way to separate your personal and professional brand.  Just think of the late Whitney Houston. What she may have considered “personal business” still managed to impede her professional brand when it was all said and done.

So, if we know this is true, let’s tackle 3 areas where your personal life DOES impact your professional brand.

King Drummer Boy Is Ready To Claim His Throne

The 14 year old sensation known to the world as King Drummer Boy has already accomplished more in a few years than most people have tried to do their whole lifetime.  This amazing young man is part owner of his own record label, he can play 5 different instruments and he wrote and produced songs on his debut album.  He is proving that just because you are young it’s never too early to start pursuing your dreams.  Born, Thomas Harris Jr. he is focused on being a positive role model and making a difference in the world with his music.  In a time when our children are being killed, abused and facing a laundry list of challenges that age them beyond their years, it’s refreshing to see an artist that is making age appropriate music while investing in his future and contributing to the music world.

Michael Jackson- It’s The Falling In Love

Quote Jones – No Fans (Mixtape)

COAST 2 COAST MIXTAPE DISTRIBUTION: Quote Jones – No Fans (Mixtape)

Quote Jones – No Fans (Mixtape)

Jamie Foxx- I Will

Rest in Peace Heavy D-A True Renaissance Man for Hip Hop

http://hiphopandpolitics.wordpress.com/2011/11/09/rest-in-peace-heavy-d-a-true-renaissance-man-for-hip-hop/

By Davey D

RIP Heavy D

Needless to say this has been a tough week.. I don’t care what anyone says or how hard they act death takes a toll especially when its unexpected..That’s been the case all this week as we lost 3 iconic figures.. and while I understand that commentator Andy Rooney, boxing great Joe Frazier and golden era rap star Heavy D weren’t family members or folks in our immediate circles, they were important backdrops to our world.. For many they help define it. Their deaths can’t easily be shook, nor should they be.

Heavy D was a big part of Hip Hop. He helped shape it… Prior to Heavy D overweight men both in Hip Hop and the world in general for the most part were depicted as cartoonish..I think back to the days of the Fat Boys and recall when they first came out in the mid 80s it was all about them being comedic.

PMFF to Bring Star Power to the Pocono Mountains in East Stroudsburg, PA on Oct 21st & 22nd

The Pocono Mountains Film Festival (PMFF) a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization is gearing up to bring star power to the beautiful Pocono Mountains with the 9^th Annual PMFF Screenings, Workshops and Celebrity Awards Dinner to benefit The Utopia House for battered women. Only registered ticket holders will be permitted to specific events during the festival weekend.

 

POCONO MOUNTAINS FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS DINNER

 

The PMFF celebrity awards dinner pays homage to the life and career of some of the most notable Film Stars and Entertainment Executives.  During the festival, we will show a montage of the honorees work and accomplishments.   Past honorees have included the late Jack Palance, Fred “the Hammer” Williamson, Billy Dee Williams, Michael Jackson, Cliff Robertson, Robert Vaughn and Roberta Flack.  The PMFF Screenings, Workshops and Celebrity Awards will take place on Oct 21^st & 22^nd. 

 

The 9^th Annual Pocono Mountains Film Festival Celebrity Award Honorees will be:

Chris Brown “I Needed You”

Apollo Announces New Amateur Night Musical Director to Replace Ray Chew

The Apollo Theater announced today that it has named Onreé Gill to be the next Music Director for its signature talent competition, Amateur Night. Gill has worked with artists including Jay-Z, Jennifer Hudson, Prince, Missy Elliott, John Mayer, Beyonce Knowles, Paul Simon, Justin Timberlake, and Apollo Legend Stevie Wonder, and currently serves as Musical Director for Grammy-winning recording artist Alicia Keys.

 

Gill will lead the Apollo’s new house band—featuring bassist Alex Evans, drummer Ralph Rolle, and Matt Oestreicher on keyboard and guitar—at the Theater’s weekly Amateur Night, which continues to draw sell-out crowds more than 75 years after it debuted in 1934. Gill replaces former Amateur Night Music Director Ray Chew, who now serves as Music Director for “American Idol.”