Need I say anything about this one? If I do. You must be slow and need to be reading another blog. Come on with it. Get it together. Jay-Z has a problem coming his way. There I said it.
Peedi seems to be real pissed off that his career did not blow up. I guess now he will ride with the young ones like Baby Boy.
News break.
Somewhere on the net, I hear that Jay-Z, the subject of this song is doing two free shows in support of Barack Obama. Now that is making moves. However I would like to know the effect that it will have on the campaign overall.
Between Beyonce flashing her diamonds and Mary J. Blige shouting the couple out at her concert, we are all at odd with the are they or are they not questions, pertaining to the possible marriage of Rapper Jay-Z and Singer Beyonce Knowles. I am about to lose my mind if someone does not say something. I need to know whether or not I have the option to pursue a relationship with Beyonce or not. I do not want to go in and attempt a win if I am going to lose because she is married.
As it was reported on People, it seems that Jay is the only one keeping things under wraps at this point. However I am not the spin doctor, I will leave that to People, in which they stated:
Beyoncé happily flashed a whopping hunk of diamond on her left-hand ring finger Tuesday night at her new husband's concert with Mary J. Blige at Atlanta's Phillips Arena. Wearing a short black dress and big hoop earrings, the newlywed singer sat in a VIP area with buddy Usher. The two leaped to their feet to groove hard when Jay-Z launched into his hit "PSA," with its lyrics, "I got the hottest chick in the game wearing my chain."
What do you guys think about the rumors? At this point you end us reading things like this, which continues to perpetuate the questions.
"On Monday night, Jay-Z celebrated without his wife – or a wedding ring – at his 40/40 club in Manhattan, where he cheered for Memphis during the NCAA men's basketball championship game with friends including rapper Tru Life."
Jays Evasion of questions give you answers along the lines of, "I don't know what you're talking about!" he said with a laugh when congratulated by patrons.
Here at Enterpolics we are betting on the success of Scarlett Johansson's debut album, " Anywhere I lay my head," expected to drop on May 20, 2008. Although she will do a debut release filled with covers, her interpretation and popularity is worth the listen, and may be the main ingrediant to bring the much needed store traffic to dying stors across the country, just to see what she does with her album art.
With veteran artist such as David Bowie who will dress the track " Falling Down" with his raw unadulterated singing style and on the track, " Fanin Street" as People reported, may be a cant lose situation.
I am curious to see the album art. However I want to know what you the reader think. Are you ready to see her attempt a singing career and one where she does very little original compasitions? Let me know you comments welcome, in the mean time, here is a peak at her album cover.
Alanis morissette is letting the flavors go, with this Madonna throwback shot, or what seems to be. I am loving the promotion photog's but what are we going to do with the world now that Alanis is letting go?
Well Sex sells and that is the first law in Entertainment Politics. It is just sucks as a law! However as a guy I am not shocked nor appalled, but quite the contrary.
Just recently we lost a saxophone player, that was married to Corinne Bailey Rae, a major import to the music scene bringing fresh sounds, that cause you to think and mellow out a long day, listening to each chord struck on her guitar. Jason Rae; there is not much that I can say of you, but may all the best be with you. This is another tragedy on the grand scale. May we all send out best wishes to the artist. Please support he so that the world can continue to receive such great music for a long time to come.
It has been reported
The body of Jason Rae was discovered in a Leeds flat on Saturday.The 32-year-old musician was a saxophonist with the Haggis Horns.Officers investigating his death have arrested a 32-year-old man on suspicion of supplying controlled drugs.
Side note:
Dear Corinne; I do not know you or the life that you lead, but I would like to thank you for working hard at becoming a part of my life. I appreciate your art and although that may not matter at this time. I hope that I can be able uplift your world, as you have been able to do for my own. You are a tremendous inspiration for artist and writers, and people living their every day lives. I can speak for those who live life; you are a gem, and your life, is given to us, through higher means. That can never be re-designed, or re made, you are the genuine article. "Just like a star" you are, and you shine on all, who has ever had the chance to listen to your melody, to the way you clash worlds, and prove that sounds are universal. In doing so you have proved that life is universal, as much so as every number that will ever be counted. Stay strong, the world loves you!Best regards, Kem Moseley and Enterpolics.
I am not too sure as to when this video premiered for all to see however it is a premiere for Enterpolics.
Important note - I am in no way promoting the link for the ring tone for this song, do not use the link nor download. The video is for pure reporting of the artist and nothing more.
Barack Obama is heating up the world. He has an impact that will reach beyond boarders, many will be pleased to see that America is willing to grow and head in direction that shows its true effort as the nation The effort will finally bring to fruition, the nature of our country, that it has always proclaimed to have. From what it look like Barack Obama will be the glue that mends the broken pieces that are internal and external alike.
From Cocoa Tea's Song I get the sense that America is a nation that is always being watched. As a country, but more so as a super power, we have the right to uphold our big brother status far better than we have in the past. Now I am not one who like the Big Brother status, but that is the cards they were are playing with at this point. So if we are going to play the game we should play as fair as possible.
Barack Obama will be the catalyst for change, and not just the one that brings it about. He will once and for all show that America has evolved to a level that can be respected on a global scale and not just for it capitalism. Many have come to our county for the American dream marketing pitch, now they will come for the fact that freedom has evolved. For once a nation that is about true progress and forward thinking directives, that will bring about the next stage in global unity.
As I have found on the Irie Jamaica Blog spot, Cocoa Tea puts together a song that seems to have the soul behind the election. He states in his song, "This is not about class nor color, race nor creed," as it is posted on Youtube, also adding, "It's about the changes, what the Americans need."
My goodness, I am getting the feeling that one of these days Chris Brown is going to have to show a little more than a dance move or two to keep this one in check. Rihanna is sticking to her mantra; good girl gone bad. In no way am I upset that she decided to take this route, but someone please tell me, when am I going to get the opportunity to marry this woman? I can take Chris Brown and Jay-Z on for the right to get a piece. Cant I? OK... I guess I am dreaming, until then enjoy the pictures.
Cassie made a promise recently to Step up( no pun intended)her Music production; content, vocals, and presentation. With her lack luster album sales from her debut album, the spotlight is on her, and not from the rumors behind, whether she is a concubine of Sean Combs or no, OK maybe for that as well.
This video may be evidence that she is keeping her promise and that she is growing as an artist, and what we witnessed from her debut is from premature entry into her music career. For her new Movie Step up two: Back to the streets, she has put together a single for the soundtrack, which is proof the growth of this artist may be more than a press release.
Recently on ITN news, posted here, it is reported that Posh spice is quitting the music industry, and that the pop star will focus on being a fashion designer. The spice girls accommodated many sold out stadiums and appearances for their comeback tour/Reunion.
It is reported on Billboard.com, that the spice girls will cut back on the current tour dates,for personal commitments and to the responsibilities they have towards their children. Concerts in China, South Africa, Australia, and Argentina, have been canceled, due to these reported commitments.
"Sadly the tour needs to come to an end by the end of February due to family and personal commitments for Emma, Geri, Mel B, Melanie C and Victoria," reads a statement from the group's publicist.
"It was announced in June that, as well as the Europe and the U.S., the girls planned to visit Australia, China, South Africa and Argentina. Due to the phenomenal demand for tickets in the U.K and the U.S. along with the touring logistics for such a massive production it was not possible to fit everything in."
"We want to thank everyone who came to see us," the group wrote on its Web site. "It was all so mad the first time round, so we've really been able to appreciate it properly this time."
As far as having two reports it may be clear that we know what Posh Spice is committed to,what she wants out of her fame,cashing in on her name now, and strike while the iron is hot. However my questions are, will she not be upsetting those fans out there, that wanted to see her, and get a sense of being apart of the spice girls reunion? How is this hurting the collective?
Overtime this answer will reveal itself, whether it is in speculation or actual facts being released to settle any misunderstanding of what went wrong or as to why the decision was made to move on with their individual lives.
We we can not blame them for the 20 Million that was collected; for 3 months work by each individual for taking part in the phenomenon of what we call the spice girls. Now can we?
Strikers recently agreed on Monday, to an interim arrangement with the producers of February's Grammy award show, that would allow the program to be written by members of the writers guild.
The announcement from the Union wants the public to rest assured that the award ceremony will not be disrupted, or halt any of the initial plans for production.
Just last week, the union made a good call not to picket the show in Los Angeles, which did a great job in ending the music industry's concerns and fears of the amount of damage that could have been caused to the show, in an already bruised music industry. The show needs for celebrities to be at the show, and picket lines would prevent the possibility, and ruin a large part of the show; which is to see all of your favorite stars in the same place and supporting one another. The attendants would have been reluctant to cross picket lines, in support of the writers, picketing the show.
Patrick M. Verrone, president of the WGA west, made aware his respect for the music union, and made a statement to the cause on Monday.
The writers’ decision not to picket followed a move by two music unions to rally to the defense of the Grammy program. Patric M. Verrone, president of the Writers Guild of America West, acknowledged the music unions in a statement Monday “Professional musicians face many of the same issues that we do concerning fair compensation for the use of their work in new media.”
Ashlee Simpson new Studio release is slated for a March 2008 release. Many fans are awaiting the arrival of the new album, in heighten anticipation. To deliberate as to what extent the 23 year old artist has grown. Is she a full fledge artist or just another Pop Act. With this much pressure, I know her finger are crossed, and she hopes that in her case 3 times is the true charm. With these sexy picture her fans can wait just a little longer for the album to drop.
Will is be a great release or will it just drop off the shelf?
The world Awaits to know why its a Bitter Sweet World.
A glimpse into her new Album cover, New Amerykah. I must say that this will raise much controversy. With her playing on her name in such a way, however I see it all possible that this may be her most creative endeavor to date, and I am not discounting anything she has done in the past. Her musical career has not been as hot as her first album, but alway remained critically acclaimed, her efforts are solid, and now that her time has re-emerged, I feel she may give us a treat once again, reminiscent of ON and ON.
From what I see here, Ray J is a loose cannon, soon to ignite. Perhaps, we will see the star of the Kim Kardashian Love scene( Porno) fame, do something with more substance, because this video, does not hold much weight in the arena of creative. Then again, how many artist are creative, it like watching a VH1 reality series, it is all for the money.
Now do not get me wrong, Ray J is a talented artist, however I think he fell into a rut, in which he is making attempts to climb out of, by any means possible. At least we see that the Lamborghini is still in tact.
Watch the Video and tell me if I am wrong or maybe we should take a Poll to figure out if he should confess his problems in song, and become more prolific while at it. It worked for other artist, and gave their albums success beyond site.
Rihanna and Chris Brown have been hanging out lately and it seems that the two are inseparable when not performing. Here they can be seen hanging out at night in the glory of each other company.
Rihanna consistently states that Chris Brown is just a good friend. Although we have seen her in an airport lately wearing the Jacket of the Young Star. As far as I see it Rhianna is still enchanted by the Umbrella verse, Chris Brown performed for her remix of the song, and can not shake the feeling.
Now I do not know if she is making a go for the shaggy dog look or she is really trying to hide from the paparazzi. You be the judge of this, however keep note that her sex appeal rises everyday, as if it is some sort of spell that she has on us.
Seen in LAX airport recently Rihanna had a CBE (Chris Brown Entertainment) Jacket on. Perhaps this Jacket is a token of his appreciation for allowing him to express himself and show how he felt about her, on the Umbrella remix. In which the young crooner, belted out some of the best harmonies we've heard in a long time.
Well I am going to leave it at that, I am sure the Rumor Mill is working double time, and I will have my story in full sooner than later.
Allegedly, someone at Amazon, does not like Janet Jackson. They showcased the distastes , by allegedly posting her album up for sale with the words flop in the title Bill of sale. what would lead someone to do this?
From what I have read so far, it seems that an angry fan called the offices at her record label, however someone has yet to do something about it.
Recently reported, several entertainers have been named in a Steroid probe. However are, not part of an ongoing investigation.
Entertainers such as 50 cent, May J. Blige, Wyclef, Timbaland, and others are on this list. On Sunday January 13, 2008, this list was manifested from an ongoing probe, due to the trafficking of the performance enhancing drug. Attorney P. David Soares, launched the investigation last year, and these are the alleged findings and names.
My Opinion As far as I am concerned, it seems that you need to be strong to pick up a Microphone, and maintain your stage presence. Some of the artist on this list bank on the ability to has mass and strength. It is apart of who they are and makes up what we enjoy about them. Staying in shape and projecting that image of true stature.
Cassie has set out to produce her second album and from what she has to say, she is focusing on content and less on how good she will look in a Video. With Ryan Leslie returning, she will be guaranteed a few hits, along with her promise that her vocals will show improvement from her first effort. Now that she is 21 years old she will be able to show you some deeper content, and vocal range as stated in her recent interview.
"I guess I grew up a lot but I'm still in essence the same person," says the 21-year-old singer. "Lots has changed in my life, stuff that has made me think about things differently. I'm more vulnerable and you can hear my vocals better this time around. There's real emotion and a much realer connection with my fans."
The album features production from Seven, Mario Winans, Bryan Michael Cox, Eric Hudson, Sean C and LV and mentor Ryan Leslie, who discovered the Connecticut native. There are no guest features recorded as of yet.
And although a first single hasn't been released, Cassie assures it will be "a club record -- something fun and dance-able." Possible contenders include the Seven-produced "My House," the flirty "Thirsty" and the concept track "Push It," on which Cassie sings, "Want you to light me up / keep me on my toes / gotta hold it steady."
I am waiting to see, she has the look, and the style needed to go far, but will fizz out if she does not apply the talent that is needed, and that is vocal range, lyrics that have a substance to them, and unbridled passion seeping through every track. Other than that she does not need to change a thing.
JOHN ROCKINS UNIVERSITY has been brought into existence do to a silent demand for representation. A representation in the media of Ethnic American Films, music, books, and plays. Although this blog is not singular in a focus solely on Ethnic American art, it allows the reader to see that it fits into a full spectrum of works, across the entire industry.
With the exposure JRU's hopes to be a piece of a large pie. An integral part that can be shared at all tables involved and with all who take an interest in the art of our modern day as well as past, and leaping towards a greater future.
No longer should Americans or the America we love, have a split down the center. If in art that continues it will forever bring out the underlying mistrust, and misunderstanding that we face in reality.
I hope to bring all races together with this blog and to bring about a change within our work in the media as well as the art forms of entertainment that we love.
