Poetry Corner :::: Saul Williams

From making a list of demands to breaking open you heart to dig our the Niggy Tardust, Saul Williams will captivate and embrace every feeling you have ever possessed as an American and as a person of color. Whether that color be your skin or in your soul, Saul Williams apply the words that prove you have a world and a home.

Watch these videos from Saul Williams and let me know what you think about them.

Before you go into the art take a look at these interviews Lalapalooza, and Onemoretune.






Code Language:



Convict Colony:



Why Africa Matters



Watch more of his work here. I just don't have enough room to show you how much this guy rocks.

A Hater with Paper ::: 50 Cent on Kanye's 808's & Heartbreak

MTV Shows

Nsw footage from the making of Notorious

Notorious B.I.G. Exclusive Movie Clip: CHOREOGRAPHY

What will it take for Black Hollywood to fight for real roles

There has been a question that has been on my mind for the latter part of the last 10 years. Although I see things changing and advances have been made I would like to know what will it take for African American Hollywood to begin the real fight. By producing and acting in films that matter to the people.

I am not denouncing the comedies and the dramas that we have seen as of late. I am a fan of effort. I would like to see that effort bring to fruition a finished products that can contend with the heavy weights. When that happens we will be able to see films not as black Hollywood or White Hollywood, but sit down and enjoy piece of an American Story, as America is.

Help me on this. Please discuss.

Racism will become more prevalant

As the days roll on I realize that racism will become more prevalent in the American communities. I have this feeling that there will be a nasty backlash of hate crimes that will cross the line and leave you wondering if the line was crossed. However that may be there will be violations due to those who are going to clearly unpack their bags and let out the baggage, onto unsuspecting victims.

Take for instance this case down at NC State.

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The North Carolina NAACP wants North Carolina
State University to expel four students accused of painting racist
messages about President-elect Obama on campus.

School Chancellor
James Oblinger held a closed-door meeting Wednesday with NAACP
President Rev. William Barber to discuss the graffiti in the campus
free expression tunnel.

Barber wants an official response within 48 hours. Oblinger says both sides have agreed to move forward.

Four
students admitted spray-painting the messages, including one that used
a racial slur and suggested shooting Obama in the head.

Officials
have said the unidentified students won't face criminal charges because
the writing wasn't a hate crime since it was written on a wall where
free speech is encouraged.

Lets Discuss

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Go Hard

This song has just been put in as the the top pick on my life sound track.

50 Cent The Tyra Banks Show Video

Another moment in the life of curiosity ::: Black Jesus!

Now I thought this would be some outright Tom Foolery, but that is not the case. Leave it up to Aaron McGruder to drop this on us. Check it out. I need not say much about this clip.

Black Jesus!

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Should Master P rethink the name of his new broadcasting station?

The other day I was speaking with a few friends and we ended up in this debate about Master P( P. Miller to be PC about it), and the discussion led to his new venture that is taking off in 2009, BBTV. Better Black Television. My friends were proud of the new move and so was I. However the name of the station was troubling to me. For reasons that I hope many would agree. The name of the network is not needed to bring the concept to life. I know that that African Americans needs a place for positive programming, but I think the name of the station should be different that the proposed name.

The chosen name does nothing for Blacks but stick us in to a conceptual corner. You do not see a station called better white TV. So why do we have to settle for such a segregationist move in name titling? I personally think that the station should have a new name with the same focus. I know his goal is to provide better programming for the Black community. However for it to be taken serious in the world of broadcasting it should have a universal station name. Perhaps Miller Broad casting( PMBC, MBC, PBC, or MPBC). It will provide it with a sense of class and it will have a better chance of coming out of the box.

This is all just a thought. However I may sound about it, I am behind the move 100% and not a point less.

So people what do you think about the new station name? Talk to me and let me know. We only have a few months before it launches.

 

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What does the Obama Victory mean for entertainment?

As Barack Obama took the win over John McCain Tuesday night, I began to think about all the possibilities that opened up. Of course I thought first about the working man, education, and the free world policies that exist. However when the dust settled I wanted to know what does this mean for people of color in the entertainment industry, mainly in Movies and Television?

I know we have seen African American presidents, CEO's, and other position of power and prestige. But the question is more about the quality and quantity of the films that would showcase this image freely.

Now that America has chosen Will Smith, Jamie Foxx, Morgan Freeman, Denzel Washington, and Forest Whitaker to name a few, as the men to represent a people and a the dollars at the box office.

My question is will the big wigs begin to bring our stories to the screen without bias. No longer segregating the stories and adding momentum to the amount of productions that we see in a given year.

1. So what does this win mean for African Americans? I have thought long and hard about this one. Here is a list of things that may be applicable to the new state of American Affairs.
2. Possible we may see better quality of movies produce with African Americans in respectable roles with out stereotypical characters that are old and outdated.
3. The Wayans Brothers can continue to do what they do without African American feeling threatened by the images the portray.
4. Morgan Freeman will get a chance to take a vacation and allow someone else to do the more serious roles. ( That is if the man has the ability to take a break.)
5. The CW will have to find better writers. However Mara Brock Akil will step up her game with this new found pride and possible produce another hit show, that will for sure cross over.
6. More African American Shows that can bring back the Cosby Vision.
7. Bill Cosby may even put in one last film or TV effort, coming out of retirement with this new found pride.
8. Spike Lee will have stronger stories and his cousin Malcolm D. Lee will stop making crap- tastic films.
9. Rappers will have to upgrade their music to fit the times.
10. R&B may make a come back, fused with rock and Hip Hop.( I know that it never left, but come on it is not supported due to lack of something.)
    
11. A fusion of stories, music, and art will be that much more visible to the world.
12. Gossip Bloggers may actually talk bad about everyone because everyone is hot on the global scale.
    

The rest is to be told.......! This is all speculation. But wouldn't you want to see this happen. Let me know or add to the list what is possible.

Crate Digging ::: No Amateurs ft. B.I.G. Big L & Big Pun

No Amateurs ft. B.I.G. Big L & Big Pun is pure Hip Hop, with as much word play maneuvers as break dancing. When I came across this I had to put this out there for all of my true Hip Hop fans. This goes out to all the one and two hit makers, get your game up. It is about time that you do what needs to be done and that is write something that make sense. I am no hater, I am just making a clear observation and something needs to be done about it.

Now enjoy this track and stop your whining!!!!!

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50 cent ' Before I Self destruct' video premier 'Get Up'

What the $%^@...the dude is back on this one. 50 cent may have fell off but I think he landed on some skills with this one. Timing correct, skill 100%, and the lyrics are as catchy as they need to be.

He went for the ' I am legend effect' and he got it.

The New Enterpolics

I have been very busy doing my part to make sure that America has a chance to change. I wanted to share with you all something from the norm. Also I want you to know that Enterpolics from this day on will be expanded in its focus. I hope to grow with you all in every way possible and that as this blog begins to grow, you my core audience always have a place to engage one another.

I expect you the visitor to bring to me your thoughts and opinions. For this blog is for you and no one else. I want to make sure that you are getting from it what you want from the web and when you come to such a rag. I want to be THE PEOPLES BLOGGER, and nothing else.

So with that in mind it is time that you let you voices be heard, allow me to do the research and bring you the news, the politics, the books, and the entertainment, also I look to bring you the foods that I love. If you think there is something else that I should add to this, then feel free to let me know.

Sincere regards,

Kem Moseley

Akon 'I'M SO PAID'

As they feel over at All Hip Hop, this song is hot but poorly timed. Folks don't get mad at this guy I think he forgot about what we are all going through.

Akon man I love what you do, but please next song better redeem your lack of awareness.

I will be banging this in the ride on my way to work though.

Dres of Black Sheep remakes 'The Choice Is Yours'

I am digging this one. Now go out and vote we have only two days left to change the world and a country that is in need of a redemptive stoke and a breath of fresh air.

OBAMA BIDEN!!!!

The Official opinion ::: Cuba Godding Jr.

Actors come and actors go in the tough game of Hollywood. The ones that stay have few options unless they had a string of hits that garnered huge success. Then you have the anomaly that goes by the name of Cuba Gooding Jr.. This guy does what the fuck he wants to do or it is becoming painfully clear that H-town no longer wants to see his mug on the big screen as a lead role. Which is it? Or is it something totally different than that of obvious. With a string of home movie classics it is safe to say that Mr. Gooding is an actor worth every dollar put behind him. However why the straight to video career. Does it make sense to do it this way? Is there more money involved? Does Cuba have a following that guarantees him the money he seeks? I seek to answer these questions.

Let's take a look at his latest film first to get an idea of the man, the myth, the legend. Linewatch is a hardcore look into a mans life and the affects his past can have on him. When he is hit with a propasitional chance of redeeming his past he is caught between a promising future and a past that causes him to lose sleep at night. Will he lose control? Does this make up fore something huge from the old past of his life?

This role may seem cliche, tried and tested, but the stroy is being told for once with honesty and with actors who can play the roles without the cheese covered dialouge that leeds nowhere. Films like that leave you wanting more or wishing that you never sat down to watch it in the first place. Linewatch is not one of those films and it will have you in suspense once you get past the initial slow start.

Although Cuba does not say much in this movie, he ads something to the role that very few actors can and that is that little extra that is missing on the faces of so many actors. That intensity can be taught but it is those who believe in it that make the roles come to life. Which leads me to ask the question again. Why straight to video?

Watch the trailor and I will be back next week with more of an aswer to this breaking questions.

Trailer

Linewatch- in Video stores Now

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Video Premier ::: Boby Valentino 'Beep Beep'

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Notorious Trailer

This is one well put together Trailer or this film will be talked about for a very long time to come. The questions is in the statement. Is this film going to be the missing piece the public needs to see BIG or is it a foul mess to capitalize on a great? We will see. So far I love the trailer.

Movie to Reconsider :: The Other Brother

Mekhi Phifer is one hardworking thespian. Once he got on he did not stop, he kept his momentum by attacking everything that he wanted to and with force and vigor. What is most important to aknowledge here is the simple fact that this film was a far stretch from the characters that we expected of him. A Nerdy Brother with no understaning of what to do with a women. For me it was  step  back and I totally got is in terms of his work and his career.

I want everyone to talk about this film, as it should be talked about. Heck I want to here someone mention it at least. This is one of those under the radar gems that we so soon forget because it was not big enough in terms of budget, the script may have had its holes but doesnt everything. Art is not perfection it is an account of life. These days we are looking for art so that we can immitate is in our realities. Well if this is the case contrite as this may sound this film offers you an opportunity to immulate and apply no levels to your character.

So start the search and head out and get your hands on the other brother. Ladies I am sure it would allow you a look at the guys from a different perspective while getting a laugh out of it.

See the trailer here

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A wise thought to think about over the weekend :::: Yoda

Yoda “Do or do not... there is no try.”



For the past month as I watched my readers dwindle along with the economy I realized that I needed to restructure my blog to fit who I am as a writer and also as an observer of the world around me. I came to this conclusion while watching Star Wars all the way through from episode 1 through 6.

However the above scene sticks with me and I can not let it go. It is a true fact that we all must live by. Not forgetting that what we have learned may not be the information to lead us to our destiny. We must re brand our lives and begin from awareness not from scratch.

So take this thought that I share and think about it. When the time is right you will know when to apply and to what. Good luck and have a great weekend.

Colin Powell Endorses Barack Obama for President

Colin Powell Endorses Barack Obama for President

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Barack Obama / Colin Powell : Unity in America

Barack Obama: Colin Powell and Unity in America

"Colin Powell Eviscerates McCain's Negative Smear Campaign." Is an understatement but so true.

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Retro Kidz " New Era " with an old flavor and new flows.

Retro Kidz "New Era" 


This is what it is all about. I feel like I have time warped.

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Disecting the New Hollywood ::: Jamie Hector

Every movie watching, sofa sitting observer in this country has  a handful of actors that they are hoping hit it big. These actors have something that not too many other actors have. That is appeal and skill, with the two in combination with actual talent to deliver, they are undeniably and arguably the next to break big.

What they apply to their characters in each story that they are given is something unique and should not and can not go unnoticed. As of recent years I think Hollywood is getting it and has finally taken the steps to make sure that they receive every red cent from a talent pool that has a wealth of artist with abilities that are frighteningly better than average.

To start off my quest to search for the next bank breakers. I have one who got his start on one crime drama or another. So with out further Ado allow me the pleasure to re establish the next Hollywood bank roll.


Jamie Hector better known as 'Marlo' from "The Wire" brings to the table an edge that is so sharp it cuts the audience and opens a womb to allow in the abilities of application. When I first came across his character portrayals I was not that convinced, however as time progressed I realized something that I could not ignore. This guy can actually act.

Some may down play those who act tough on film are just applying aggression of some sort and that is supposed to be the write off. However when you see the range that it takes to add a story behind the person, you begin to fall in to each layered level of the character. Jamie Hector brings you those layers along with the essence of who he is. Actors that do this are not just collecting a check on image they are serious about what they do and they get it done.

Here are some clips of his work, his interviews and a peak at his current movie with Mark Wahlberg, Max Payne.


 

Jamie Hector from The Wired: Huggible

Marlo Is A Soldier

Lex kills Fruit. Marlo orders hit. Chris & Snoop execute.

Marlo meets with Vondas & takes over the connect

The Wire - Marlo Takes Over the Co-Op

The Wire - Omar Robs Marlo

MAX PAYNE!!

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50 cent " The Money & The Power "

Look pretty interesting so far. Now lets see how each episode stand on its own. I am sure this will be better than Dame Dashes attempt at an apprentice knock off.

Movie to Reconsider ::: Disappearing Acts (2000)

Before the inevitable rise to straight to video movies with the ultimate Afro Black Belt Wesley Snipes and the here one minute gone the next appearances of Sanaa Lathan. We had a movie by the name of Disappearing Acts.

Real Love Real Life. Is the simplest way to put such a complex film in the market. With two individuals struggling to make the day and make the ends meet. Fall head over heals for one another with out the cheesy music and the often add comedic effects. This time around you get a real taste of what inner city love deals with and the complexities that come with it.

Sanaa Lathan and Wesley Snipes give 100% to this film and it shows in every scene. I say give the film another shot and let it breath. Perhaps you will be able to take something away from it as well.

Disappearing Acts some clips

Disappearing Acts Part One

Disappearing Acts Part Two

Disappearing Acts Part Three

Disappearing Acts Part Four

Go rent the rest what you think this is? If you want an even better jolt buy the book and read it first.

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Beyonce hit us with new video for Single Ladies

TRUE WORDS ::: DEAD PREZ 'HIP HOP'

Dead Prez "Hip Hop" is a classic that many have overlooked. But the true soldiers who have been paying attention know exactly what I getting across here. It is important that we take into account this piece of history. Not only for Hip Hop to continued growth, but for the minds of those who listen to it Black and White, and every other color in the center of the contrast.

AS THE GAME GOES :

Let me tell you a little story. The other day I am driving down Mill Ave, out here in Tempe Arizona. The top is down because it was the first cool day of the fall and our summers are hot, but the other three seasons are the best the country has to offer. Anyway, As I pass the pool hall Mill Q I realize that these two college kids were listening to some trash hop, you know that new garbage, they try to pass of as hip hop, with lame lyrical content. Now it is ok to have veriety but this shit, was not making the cut. It took no talent whatsoever. Yes it was catchy but the artist was some new comer to the game that is copying the formula but forgot to add the talent. That is the problem, they are copying instead of creating. They are doing it for the cash instead of for the love of it. They are not pushing themselve, they are just working hard at being lazy.


Listen to the vets we need the contrast of all sides.



And



And



I had to bring these videos back to the forefront.BET although I loathe them at times this was important and well executed. Although it was an execution of HIP HOP in its entirety. Which caused those with a mind to think even less of the entire genre.



I AM TIRED OF THE SAME OLD SCENARIO MOTHER FUCKERS! STOP BUYING TRASH LIKE THIS SO THAT THE TRUE WRITERS ARE GETTING THERE DUE.

I am not done yet!

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Rick Ross comes clean

As the story goes on. This may not be the only rapper with shit in the closet. So before anyone judges the man. Think about yourself and those around you that you love and loathe. Them to may have a complex life. Don't we all?!

Here is what Rick Ross had to say:

“I never tried to hide my past! I put my name inside all my CDs. My company has my SS #. I could’ve put a company name,” Ross tells the magazine. “I done been up and I done been down and that’s what make me who I am. I never ratted on a nigga! I never prosecuted a nigga! I never locked up a nigga that is first and foremost,” he continues. I always felt that me being the nigga I am, I never owed a nigga an explanation. When I’m making my music and I’m talking about blow, it’s because I did it. When I say that I’m rich off of cocaine, it’s because I did it. Those are the street principles that apply.”

Usher heats it up a bit and his wife is cool with it

To lighten the mood around here or heat it up I bring you ushers new joint.

Enjoy!




Here is what his old lady had to say:

A risque portrayal of seductive role reversal, the video shows the 29-year-old singer in compromising positions with a lithe, lightly dressed video vixen who unabashedly woman-handles a boxer-clad Usher.
Although little is left to the imagination, Foster Raymond, who is expecting the couple’s second child, stands by her man. “My husband is a consummate artist and entertainer,” Foster, 37, told ESSENCE.com. “This video is strictly entertainment and was made for his fans. I am clear that he is a sexy man and looks amazing in this clip. I support my husband in his endeavors.”
It’s been alleged that the video had to undergo several edits before being deemed appropriate for television. Most can’t recall Usher ever appearing so sexually aggressive on-screen during his bachelor days. Many blogs have hand-slapped Usher for his overt display of affection and question whether a married father and founder of a nonprofit youth foundation should conduct himself a bit more conservatively. Ironically, some of these same naysayers crucified him for choosing to be an honorable family man by marrying the mother of his child, whom he’s repeatedly defended.
Perhaps Usher has decided to remind the masses of his sex-symbol status by force-feeding the fantasies of his female fans. Whatever the reason, the public court has apparently ruled that one of ATL’s finest is damned if he does take a stand as a family man, and damned if he doesn’t.

I never thought I would see the day that McCain would defend Obama

*** I AM ABOUT TO SHOW MY ASS ****

There is not much that I can say to this, simply for the fact that it speaks for itself. For me to add to this would take away from it. However I would like to say one thing. I am most pleased with the fact that it has been put out there and in the front. Maybe just maybe we will see an election where people actually go out and do there homework.

This election may actually force voters to go out there do real background checks and not this bullshit he said she said crap. They may actually go out judge for themselves and not amongst the group of KKK members or desperate house grannies. This is what has been taking place and it is not allowing either candidate a fair evaluation.

America Wake the Fuck up!


*** SORRY FOR CURSING ***

Kanye and Common Square off for the title

Vs.

A binge on Blair Underwood plus a book to read

I have this annoying friend who calls me every time she is watching a movie with Blair Underwood. The problem with that is that she tends to tell me,all the things she thinks about him. How she would bleep and bleep every par of the guy. Now that is fine and what not. But there is a significant problem with that. The problem with is that, she is married.

Now she is not the only women with that problem. It seems that this guy is some sort of classic in the game. A special fixture that pops up every now and then just to make women salivate for an hour or two.

So I just wanted to say to the women out there, for your own good 'Get over it!!!'

Just so that you can here is a binge of some of his best work.





Several months ago I took the liberty to pick up a book that happened to catch my attention in the book store. As I am walking into Barnes and Noble, I realize there is a book by the name of Casanegra. Once I opened I could not put it down. It was filled with mystery and erotic touches that would take you into the world of its characters.

I recommend that you see this book and not because it is written for the black audience but because it is giving you a chance look into a world of intrigue filled with color and heart.





I cant wait for the film to drop on this one!

** I will keep you posted.

Poetry Corner ::: True Lies

I can not take my eyes and mind off this guy. He digs deep into your core and if a heart is found, along side common sense, and the ability to open ones mind with intellectual thought you are captured.

Poetry Corner ::: A Market For NI$$AS

TAALAM ACEY is beyond that of the everyday poet. This particular short is very true and must be heard around the globe. It embodies all that Enterpolics was meant to and then some.

TAALAM ACEY'S Myspace page

A Short ::: Diary of aTired Black Man

This is a short starring Jimmy Jean -Louis of Heroes, that has some age on it. However its age, it maintains its relevance. Due to the issues in the African American community mainly among the women who become enraged when they find a black man with a white woman.

This disagreeing rage come from deep and must be explained and dealt with carefully and I an not going to do that here. However I would like to bring you the observations and the art that depict these moments.

Here is a piece of Allison Keyes Aritcle :::

First-time filmmaker Tim Alexander, who enjoys being provocative, says there's a disease out there that he calls the "angry black woman syndrome." He says it must be identified, diagnosed and treated.

Alexander believes African-American women who grew up in fatherless homes, hearing their aunts and grandmothers saying black men are no good — and hearing that opinion reinforced in the media — are now angry adult women.

"They grow up, deal with the wrong men, finally meet the right guy and don't know how to turn it off," Alexander says. "They are so used to fighting; it's the only way they know to have a relationship. So when a man is a good man, they think he's a punk."

Read the reast of what Allison Keyes has to say on this issue in her 2006 article titled Movie Clips Stirs Debate Over Black Relationships.

Real Rock N Rolla

ROCKNROLLA


This is a great ensemble of characters and no better match could be found in any other actors.

Art Alive ::: Jeffery Scott 1019

It is very rare that I am captured by the work of another photographer. When that happens I am taken in and captured. Held Hostage to the conceptual branding that has taken place. Jeffery Scott has isolated my judgment with what I am showing you here.

With out further delay. Welcome to the world of Jeffery Scott

Model Mayhem

THe pharcyde - Passing me By

The Pharcyde - Passin' Me By

Jay-Z speaks on being honored to MTV

Eddie Murphy please explain

Although I do not want to be known as the blogger who watches the Ex-Wives of men. I must point out the obvious, that has been bothering me for so long. After this weeks Hip Hop Honors for the ladies. I noticed something on the red carpet that has my attention.


IT IS EDDIE MURPHY'S BEST CHOICE and BIGGEST MISTAKE!

Eddie if you read this, not that you care or perhaps do, but do not have the balls to say anything. Just answer one thing for me. How did you let this one go south? Come on man, she is fine.

No Stopping him ::: JAY-Z gets global leadership award

Many tend to forget that this guy has been planting himself in a positive position for some time now. That position has granted him the opportunity to be the recipient of the Global Leadership award and that is what he achieved.


Now he did not do it for the accolades he has enough of that he did it for small villages with out the proper facilities. So that they can enjoy fresh water.  Better known to those who actually follow his work off stage as the "water for Life" initiative.

Congratulations Mr. Carter I know where you been.


Here is a look at the chronicled look into what bread this cause.

Jay-Z presents "Water for Life"




Here is his speech after receiving his award.

Jay-Z - UNA 50th Annual Global Leadership Gala Speech

New Era MixTape ::: Styles P - Flashing Lights freestyle

Styles P - Flashing Lights freestyle (NEW ALBUM OUT NOW!!)

Vice Presidential Debate: "Maverick He Is Not"

Vice Presidential Debate: "Maverick He Is Not"

Peedi Crakk Sweet Dream Jay-Z

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.

Video Premier Bitches :: 'Touch & Go' Joe Budden

Joe Budden - "Touch & Go" Official Video Amalgam Digit

I will be there. Will You?

Affion Crokett is a riot

There is one impressionist that always catch my attention and that is Affion Crockett. I do not want to say to much. I want the video to speak for itself. Watch the entire video.

Movie to reconsider ::: She's Gotta Have It

It was about ten years ago that I decided to explore more of the films that Spike Lee had to offer. During that time I came across 'She's Gotta Have It'. A raw uncut look at the side of a female's ability to control her own life and how she runs her personal affairs. Nola Darling is this women and the window into a world that existed but may have been frowned upon.

Growing up in a home where the women were domesticated I was shocked and amazed all in the same instant. Thinking to myself I wondered how can this be. As I watched the films I was drawn deeper into the lead characters sex appeal and the poetic essence of her existence. After that I did not know what to do. I wanted a women that came after what she wanted, or had the ability to draw me in so far that I did not know how to remove myself.



Spike Lee offered this in 'She's Gotta Have IT'. A classic and a film that created a generation of fans and started the care of said director. I recommend this film to generations to come. I think that it should be shows in all films schools and is a stable in the American film industry as well as abroad.

So here are some clips if you can not take my word for it.

She's Gotta Have It - Nola's Birthday

Why the title Puff Puff Pass?

What I see here is a case of B-movie-logic, and a marketing team that did not believe in the movie enough to name it better than this. Aiming for the college slacker or high school drop-out is something that they've accomplished. Which I am sure was the aim.

Now you must be asking yourself then why did you see the movie Kem? I wanted such a film to watch. I needed something that looked so dumb that it contained nothing realistic about life in any way. I needed the slacker movie. A long week of toiling through paperwork and briefs, at some point in time you need to take a look back and call it a day, and enjoy your weekend.

Puff Puff Pass allowed me to do that. So my only beef with this film is that I think that is should have been named Slackers and smoke, it would have been better than Puff Puff Pass.

I would like to give a thanks to Mekhi Phifer for this production and directorial effort. Mekhi Phifer is better known for his is role as Dr. Gregory Pratt, on televisions ER. With this production credit under his belt along with two other movies 'This Christmas', and 'Noras Hair Salon 2'. I think that bad names seems to only come once. So we may be on the right track. However if you take a look at IMDB, the marketing geared towards the US assumes our slacker generation dumber than that of the UK. Over in the UK they have the name ' Living High', which sound like a far better title. It even adds an element that will will peak your curiosity. So my questons remains. Why The Title? Which should be, why this title in the US.

*Also when you see the movie, also take note as to the other misleading elements on the cover that did not take place in this film.

** This will be a classic antic filled film for sure.

Before you answer any of my questions, enjoy these clips. I think Terry Crews is the funniest and has a long career ahead of him.

Terry Crews - Puff Puff Pass 01

Terry Crews - Puff Puff Pass 02

Terry Crews - Puff Puff Pass 03

Terry Crews - Puff Puff Pass 04

A week with Chris Rock on Obama: David Letterman to Larry King!

Chris Rock with Larry King, Part 1 of 3

Chris Rock with Larry King, Part 2 of 3

Chris Rock with Larry King, Part 3 of 3

David Letterman-Chris Rock-Sept-22-2008

The Soloist Trailer

Soon we will get to see Jamie Foxx and Robert Downey Jr., "make is do what it do baby". I have awaited this for some time. I was in the know when many(in which I will leave unnamed) were concerned as to why Jamie Foxx was looking a little thin and sick. We now know for sure that it had something to do with this role.

Take a look at the trailer and let me know what you tihnk.

The Soloist Trailer

The reason why we miss Jim Carey

There are 5 reason why we miss Jim Carey.

1. He made slapstick comedy cool again
2. Did not mind dressing up or down and becoming a women
3. Made really good fun of Vanilla ice and Snow
4. Was the nuttiest fire Marshall
   
5. Just did not give a funnck

Here are some videos to back up my thought about this.

As Vanilla Ice


As Vera



As Snow



As Rocky



As the Juice Man Jack Lalane

Max Payne need I say more?

Movie to reconsider ::: Journey to the end of the night

I have had many blockbuster nights with the lady that turned out to be a total waste of twenty six dollars. Last night was not one of them. After a long day at the gym getting in shape for my first 10K, I figured to end the night with good food and rest, and in a last minute decision I decided to take in a movie. In this case a few movies, but I will touch on the others later.

One of the movies that has my attention and will not let go, is 'Journey to the end of the night'. This film is provocative and raw. Although it brings characters to the screen that we see everyday, they are finally amplified and left under the microscope showing us the now or never reality that we all face at one point or another in our lives.


Director Eric Eason is showing us the gritty side of Brazil, through a pair of two half-gangster father and son team. Redemption is the vehicle and the passengers are in for more than just a ride. Which Mos Def's Character rips into this film as a Nigerian Dishwasher who hops on a chance of a life time to help his boss(Scott Glenn), finalize his retirement by doing a deed that is out of his element. He takes on the task with the understanding that he will never have to wash another dish again as long as he live. He just has to do one thing. That one thing is where the plot unfolds and you end up on the edge of your seat.

Brendan Fraser, giving what I believe a performance of a lifetime is more than enough reason to see this film. This movie is a must for film enthusiast and if you miss it, don't be upset. I told you so.


Here is what one reviewer had to say at IMDB:


The film is a second feature by a director who had a film at Tribeca a few years ago which i never saw. This is a gritty pot boiler made in Brazil with an eclectic mix of famous faces and non-professional actors. The film is extremely violent but not without a soul. I particularly applaud Brendan Fraser for a stellar turn as the Bad Guy. Here is a part that he might well be remember for in years to come. Also very good is Scott Glenn and Mos Def. My favorite aspect of the film was the film score which was very emotional. I give it a solid 7 for those that like crime films. Beware there is a lot of blood in this one.

What Beef?

The media is audacious with its ability to hype something beyond what it really is. I have seen this ability placed into the home of all the world. From the US to the UK, the media is a giant the does not sleep, and is far from gentle. In Mass media, special interest stories are a back drop the often over indulged wrongly chronicled bad news and gossip.

However it is nice that for once we have a story that we can move on to the next stage of life. Shawn 'Jay-Z' Carter and Noel Gallagher, end there bore of a feud. Which I think was more about opinions, turned into events that, for some reason people thought mattered, because of the caliber or its perpetrators.

Here is a random thought from Noel Gallagher:

"I’ve hung out with Jay-Z in Tokyo. I’ve seen his show. It’s not
my bag, but it’s all right. We have a mutual friend in Chris Martin. So
I am a guy who doesn’t like hip-hop — shock, horror. I don’t dislike
rappers or hip-hop or people who like it. I went to the Def Jam tour in
Manchester in the ’80s when rap was inspirational. Public Enemy were
awesome. But it’s all about status and bling now, and it doesn’t say
anything to me."

I can see it now ::: Diddy fighting over this Diamond

This piece of ice is weighing in at a whopping 478 karats. I do not know why anyone would want a piece of ice this big. But who am I to judge the idiot who will actually buy this. I Can see Diddy going hard to get his hands on this.

**Diddy I know you are not an idiot.

Read the article

PSA ::: 50 Cent Cleans up well!

If you were born yesterday your would think this guy fell of a truck filled with good manners and ambitions.

I am under the impression behind the mean mug of most within the confines of the disenfranchised, is another mind awaiting the chance to break out and be something other than a copy cat, low jeans and gold teeth wearing Ass, with no plans for the future but to take from those just like them.


Watch him at the 'Righteous Kill' Premier in the UK.

We as rappers must decide what’s most impor-tantAnd i can’t help the
poor if i’m one of them So i got rich and gave back To me that’s the
win, win The next time you see the homie and his rims spin Just know my
mind is working just like them

Jay-Z - Moment of Clarity, Black Album Jay

Acoustic enthusiast ::: Naudo " Blue Sky"

As always I like to share something that bring your heart into balance before the work week begins. Here is an artist I have been following for some time now and he has done a great job of keeping my attention I hope he can do the same for you.

NAUDO "Blue Sky"

This is better than cable ::: Barack Obama on McCains thought on Economy

Stage Play ::: African Umoja - The spirit of togetherness

I was wandering around visiting the blogs, I respect and admire and I came across something that I had to share. It is a story that manifested itself in the mind of a truly spirited person. I now have the opportunity to share in something great and at that same time I Share it forward.

Over at Ebony Intuition you will find other great post that will grab your attention. The post on the Umoja - Spirit of Togetherness, is evidence of the kind of work put into this blog.

Brief Synopsis:

In 1950 the apartheid government passed a law, The Group Areas Act. The
Act allowed the government to determine who would live where. Forced
removals and the relocation of Black people who occupied valuable land,
or land considered too close to White settlements were the order of the
day. This was to ensure that Blacks remained in “reserves” and only
came to the White areas when needed for work. Over the years, tens of
thousands of Black people were forcibly removed, not compensated and
dumped, often in the middle of nowhere. Lack of food, improper housing
and little sanitation resulted in incredible poverty, malnutrition and
suffering by Blacks living in the most prosperous country in Africa!  Read more here

Umoja Show

Umoja- The Spirit Of Together 1

Umoja- The Spirit Of Together 2

DJ AM and Travis Baker please get well

Dear Travis,

           Without your music I will not have the beats to ride out life to. You are the magician in this world that has no magic. Your skill is beyond scale and has set a specific tone to the world of music that has laid the foundation for new artist.

           Please pull through and remember your family as these moments progress. Tap the spirit of DJ Am and tell him that he will be Ok if he wills it. There is no more to it than that. The miracle is the moment.

Sincerely.

Kem


This letter is a personal response to the news of their plane crash. I felt the need to share it with the world.

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American Idle :::: Tyra Banks Show Black Women and their children Bleaching their skin

This matter is serious. I have not posted this for entertainment and I hope that all who watch it take into account the psychological implications and respect these matters as they would their own.

For these women and people who think like them are sick and afraid of you they are and will do anything to change what they see in the mirror as well as the way they think the world sees them. This is done in hopes that they will be accepted by the world, the lighter world and that their live will take a turn for the better by taking part in these cosmetic rituals in the confines of their homes.


Without further delay Tyra Banks:

Movie to reconsider ::: Jason's Lyric

Not too many movies found way to the silver screen in the 90's that were influenced by the African American life, that contained a full bodied story line. One such movie made its way to the screen, and minus it flaws made for a good viewing of a film that is worth owning for multiple views. That movie goes by the name of Jasons Lyric. A poignant story of triumph of tragedy or in the case tragedies, one after the other. Admits all of its darkness love was flourishing and growing into something that is worth the long haul.

This film teach the weak hearted and the strong alike that there is a way around the tough obstacles if it is sort after. If the soul within is far more driven that the mind that doubts and in the pit of pain you can find beauty.

Not to many movies allow you this offering that is tailored from the cloth of the African American Community and the stories that it posses. Jason's Lyric served it up raw and beautiful. Doug McHenry offered up a feat of the willful, as well as a sexually menacing entree of goods from start to finish. Making 1994 a good year for the African American film maker. Which I think opened the door to full bodied films such as the one we have been seeing as of late.

I recomend this film to everyone and for everyone. It goes beyond the Black Experience, trancending race and bring together what all films should and that is a piece of humanity that we all share. That piece goes by the title of living and loving it.

The films stars Jada Pinkett-Smith, Allen Payne, Eddie Griffin, Anthony 'Treach' Criss, Lisa Nicole Carson, and Oscar Winner Forest Whitaker. I am sure you will be pleased to take a look at this film.

Here are so clips of the film to get you started ::

Jason's Lyric (Trailer) Sang Noir (Bande Annonce)

Hollywood raises serious money for Mr. Obama

As of late I have been seeing more and more support coming out of Hollywood for Barack Obama, and this does not suprise me. I am pleased to see this take place none the less.

As reported:

Barack Obama partied with Hollywood celebrities Tuesday
night and with the help of Oscar-winning singer and actress Barbra
Streisand raised an eye-popping $9 million for his presidential
campaign and the Democratic Party.Obama spent more than an hour before
dinner getting his picture taken with guests. He said later that people
had encouraged him to be tougher and had questioned why he was so calm
in a close race against Republican John McCain.

“I’m skinny but I’m tough,” he said. “I’m from Chicago and we don’t
play. Just keep steady. If we can cut through the nonsense and the
lipstick and the pigs and the silliness, then I’m absolutely convinced
that we are going to win,” Obama said, referring to some of the offbeat
charges raised against him. “The reason I’m calm … is I’ve got
confidence in the American people,” he said. “I really think they want
to see us do better.” Standing in the courtyard of the palatial estate,
he said his campaign was dedicated to people who need jobs and health
care and worry about their pensions and sending children to college.
“It’s about those who will never see the inside of a building like
this,” Obama said. He said the economic turmoil in recent days had been
sobering for America. “It’s reminded people that this is not a game.
This is not a reality show, no offense to any of you,” Obama said to
laughter. “This is not a sitcom.”

Funkmaster Flex is not pleased with R.Kelly

Flex Drops the Truth about BET Interview with R.Kelly about his acquittal on the charges of sleeping with a minor.

New Yorks top DJ is not happy at all and he is speaking his mind.

 

New Ventures and more money :::: Jay-Z merging the Roc Name?

There is a buzz as stated on Bossip. Jay-Z is said to be headed in the direction of new ventures, that will merge two continents and sounds.

Read up:

Jay-Z has reportedly launched a new label, adding to his long list of
businesses. This one is called StarRoc and was formed with producers
Stargate. According to overseas media, Stargate is a Norwegian duo
consisting of Tor Erik Hermansen and Mikkel S. Eriksen, both of which
have produced for several superstar artists, specifically crafting
Beyonce’s hit “Irreplaceable” and Ne-Yo’s “So Sick.” Reports indicate
that the producer duo have relocated their studio to Jay-Z’s
Manhattan-based Roc The Mic studios.

That is the ching in every cash register and the green in all haters eyes. So Jigga wave to them like Maino would.

Main source

Money spotlight :::: The riches of a 69 year old parking lot attendant

I came across this story on an older gentleman who, most when passing him by would assume there is nothing to him and that they can not learn a thing from him. With that frame of mind you may be missing out on a good amount of advice on how to maximize your earnings. Make your wallet fat and your bank account huge. This is not only a lesson on the age old saying, never judge a book by its cover, but also a lesson in actually taking the time out to read it.

I would like to talk more about this, but I think that it speaks for it self so here is what he had to say when he was asked about how he amasses his wealth off of a 20K a year salary as a parking lot attendant.

From MSN.com

How did you get started investing?

Soon after I
started working for Mercantile Bank in Baltimore 44 years ago, one of
the bankers took me aside and told me I didn't have enough education to
go very far at the bank. He suggested I invest in stocks.

Where did you get the money?

I did it with good
old-fashioned nickels and dimes. My mother taught me how to budget,
which made me appreciate how a little money can grow. I saved what I
could from odd jobs, such as lawn cutting and window washing, that I
did in addition to my day job. I used that money to buy one share of IBM (IBM, news, msgs) stock back in 1981.

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How did you learn how to invest?

I
really didn't know enough to be scared. In school I was considered a
slow learner -- dyslexic, it's called now. My true gift from God is my
ability to listen, and that's how I'm able to ask questions and use
tips from the brokers, financial planners and bank customers I see
every day.

Do you have a formula for picking stocks?

When
I first started out, I had to be conservative and take my time because
I couldn't afford to lose money. Now I look for companies with
stability that pay dividends. I read the stock pages but don't claim to
know everything about them. I have a broker, but many times I'll go
where my spirit leads me.

Any stocks you're excited about now?

I've been buying shares of ExxonMobil (XOM, news, msgs).

We've heard that you're helping others invest.

I
started an investment club at my church. And I've been coaching a
couple of young men, such as bar-and-grill cook Antawn Davenport and
Dana Mouse Smith, who toured with the late rapper Tupac Shakur. They
can help spread the message that people can do whatever they set their
minds to do.

This was published back in 2007. However I understand that the market it rough, and things may be tough in your wallet. However take into account this one principle that he left us with the little change adds up. So go out there and take that extra job one weekend a month, and use that money for something that can grow, not something that will shine.

Crawley was interviewed by David Benjamin for Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine.

R Kelly does not want to talk about it any more after this...

"When you say Teenage girls, how old are we talking?" That statement is priceless.

Homage Blaxploitation with a bad taste in my mouth ::: Friday Foster

Make no mistake about it. Pam Grier is the reigning queen of 70's and no one tops her. She holds down the crown and many would like to have their hands on it. They may feign interest or pretend her taking off her top here and there is reason to doubt her acting. However that may be in their minds, they can not deny the beauty and the grace that she brought to her roles. With a tenacious hunger she worked hard to bring to us, an attractive, bombshell with sex appeal and a way with crappy lines.

Another addition to her collection of films is Friday Foster and it is a classic that has been overshadowed by her more popular film Foxy Brown. Friday Foster has a better supporting cast and it shows the slow evolution of the genres death into films with a little more plot and less jive.


IMDB synopsis :


Friday
Foster, an ex-model magazine photographer, goes to Los Angeles
International airport to photograph the arrival of Blake Tarr, the
richest black man in America. Three men attempt to assassinate Tarr.
Foster photographs the melee and is plunged into a web of conspiracy
involving the murder of her childhood friend, a US senator, and a
shadowy plan called "Black Widow".


Take a look for yourself and be your own judge I have to go put my bid in to get these on Blueray.

FRIDAY FOSTER Trailer

Thrownback :::: Busta Rhymes 'Fire it up'

Busta Rhymes - Fire It Up