Thursday, December 27, 2007
HHM Top List & Forecast, ShoutOuts
Happy Kwanzaa, Kujichagulia (Self-Determination) is today's principle.
I haven't posted in a while and I know I was supposed to do the influential list, but that was scratched, I kept it simple with the HHM 2007 Top List & 2008 Forecast. Enjoy!
Top Hip Hop Mogul of the Year: Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson
The Most Important Intials in News: TMZ
Best Gossip Reporting (The Gossip Girls): Young, Black, & Fabulous, Sandra Rose, Crunk & Disorderly and MediaTakeOut
Top Magazine: Hip Hop Weekly
Top Athlete: Gilbert Arenas
Website: BlockSavvy.com - dope concept, but its a headache trying to navigate.
Here's the 2008 Forecast:
After last night's broadcast of the Kennedy Honors and witnessing Jordin Sparks and Ciara f-up Diana Ross' tribute and watching 5 minutes of Rihanna in concert on Christmas, get your earplugs ready for an onslaught of mediocre talent being passed off as superstars.
It was great to read that the Anti-Defamation League has accepted Will Smith's explanation in regards to his remarks about Hitler that were twisted in a Scottish newspaper. But that just let us know that Will has made the Humpty Dumpty list. So don't be surprised if their is a backlash against Will that comes out of nowhere. This was definitely a set up.
Of course their will be more college graduates and not enough jobs.
In Sports: The NBA will continue to pump up the Miami Heat and DWade and make you believe Lebron and the Cavs are the team to beat. Baseball will pretend nothing ever happened, and the NFL will continue to pass off Sundays on NBC as must see TV. I don't watch hockey, so they'll be doing what they do too!
Shaq should retire, but he probably won't. Kobe will still be a Laker, they not letting that nucca go. Tony Parker will continue to be billed as a NBA superstar as long as his wife is on a hit show.
In Politics....Oprah will continue to use Shakespearean expressions in referring to Barack Obama. She will feel salty when the women's movement runs her over and puts Hillary in office.
Back to Entertainment News: This writers' strike has got me shook. I need for them to go back to work, not only will the return of the American Gladiators take up airtime, but ABC gave the green light to another dance/sing show called DANCE WARS starring two of the judges from Dancing with the Stars. Why?
But outside of all that mess & madness, 2008 should be a great year. Shouts out to BrooklynBiznessGirl, Talia Ashley, and Bianca at Maxxposure for supporting this movement.
And to my fellow bloggers, K Luvs This Game and LexyB aka MrsWindyCity for stopping by and showing some love.
To all that actually read this blog, continue to show your support and I will continue to give it to you. I can't do it everyday because I do have a life, but when I get the urge, I go with it.
I never thought I would actually jump this blog off, but its been six months. So far, so good!
Many Blessings and Prosperity in the New Year!!! If you have a goal start working or keep working towards it. If its meant to be, you will get there, but you have to put in the work.
My resolution for 2008 - Eliminate BullSh*t!!!
I haven't posted in a while and I know I was supposed to do the influential list, but that was scratched, I kept it simple with the HHM 2007 Top List & 2008 Forecast. Enjoy!
Top Hip Hop Mogul of the Year: Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson
The Most Important Intials in News: TMZ
Best Gossip Reporting (The Gossip Girls): Young, Black, & Fabulous, Sandra Rose, Crunk & Disorderly and MediaTakeOut
Top Magazine: Hip Hop Weekly
Top Athlete: Gilbert Arenas
Website: BlockSavvy.com - dope concept, but its a headache trying to navigate.
Here's the 2008 Forecast:
After last night's broadcast of the Kennedy Honors and witnessing Jordin Sparks and Ciara f-up Diana Ross' tribute and watching 5 minutes of Rihanna in concert on Christmas, get your earplugs ready for an onslaught of mediocre talent being passed off as superstars.
It was great to read that the Anti-Defamation League has accepted Will Smith's explanation in regards to his remarks about Hitler that were twisted in a Scottish newspaper. But that just let us know that Will has made the Humpty Dumpty list. So don't be surprised if their is a backlash against Will that comes out of nowhere. This was definitely a set up.
Of course their will be more college graduates and not enough jobs.
In Sports: The NBA will continue to pump up the Miami Heat and DWade and make you believe Lebron and the Cavs are the team to beat. Baseball will pretend nothing ever happened, and the NFL will continue to pass off Sundays on NBC as must see TV. I don't watch hockey, so they'll be doing what they do too!
Shaq should retire, but he probably won't. Kobe will still be a Laker, they not letting that nucca go. Tony Parker will continue to be billed as a NBA superstar as long as his wife is on a hit show.
In Politics....Oprah will continue to use Shakespearean expressions in referring to Barack Obama. She will feel salty when the women's movement runs her over and puts Hillary in office.
Back to Entertainment News: This writers' strike has got me shook. I need for them to go back to work, not only will the return of the American Gladiators take up airtime, but ABC gave the green light to another dance/sing show called DANCE WARS starring two of the judges from Dancing with the Stars. Why?
But outside of all that mess & madness, 2008 should be a great year. Shouts out to BrooklynBiznessGirl, Talia Ashley, and Bianca at Maxxposure for supporting this movement.
And to my fellow bloggers, K Luvs This Game and LexyB aka MrsWindyCity for stopping by and showing some love.
To all that actually read this blog, continue to show your support and I will continue to give it to you. I can't do it everyday because I do have a life, but when I get the urge, I go with it.
I never thought I would actually jump this blog off, but its been six months. So far, so good!
Many Blessings and Prosperity in the New Year!!! If you have a goal start working or keep working towards it. If its meant to be, you will get there, but you have to put in the work.
My resolution for 2008 - Eliminate BullSh*t!!!
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Breaking News: Mitchell Report on steroids implicates big names
Barry Bonds is already under indictment but other names mentioned include Roger Clemons, Gary Sheffield and Eric Gagne, former players David Justice, Mo Vaughn, and Lenny Dykstra to name the ones I'm very familiar with and somewhat shocked I guess.
Commissioner Bud Selig will respond Live at 4:30 - Click here to watch!
The reports lays it out that each of the 30 clubs in baseball has had a player at some time in their career involved with either steroids, Human Growth Hormone, or other performance enhancing substances.
From FoxSports.com:
The report culminated a 20-month investigation by former Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell, hired by commissioner Bud Selig to examine the Steroids Era.
"Everyone involved in baseball over the past two decades — commissioners, club officials, the players' association and players — shares to some extent the responsibility for the steroids era," Mitchell said. "There was a collective failure to recognize the problem as it emerged and to deal with it early on."
(Read More)
Commissioner Bud Selig will respond Live at 4:30 - Click here to watch!
The reports lays it out that each of the 30 clubs in baseball has had a player at some time in their career involved with either steroids, Human Growth Hormone, or other performance enhancing substances.
From FoxSports.com:
The report culminated a 20-month investigation by former Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell, hired by commissioner Bud Selig to examine the Steroids Era.
"Everyone involved in baseball over the past two decades — commissioners, club officials, the players' association and players — shares to some extent the responsibility for the steroids era," Mitchell said. "There was a collective failure to recognize the problem as it emerged and to deal with it early on."
(Read More)
Maya Angelou is on Team Hillary and My Take on Oprahpalooza
Author Maya Angelou announced her support for Hillary Clinton in a radio commerical that was played in South Carolina during Oprahpalooza last weekend. This was being reported like it was a surprise. Oprah worships the ground Maya Angelou walks on, not the other way around. Angelou has a long standing friendship with the Clintons dating back to Arkansas by the way.
During her appearances, Oprah had this to say about Barack Obama and you realize how out of touch she really is:
First of all truth and politics don't belong in the same sentence. And secondly, DIDN'T BARACK OBAMA LIE TO OPRAH'S FACE ON HER TALK SHOW AND SAID HE HAD NOT INTEREST IN RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT!!!!!
And the majority of people were for the war, in the beginning. That's not something to hold against anyone. Now its about an exit strategy, not who voted and who didn't.
And Oprah votes Republican? She voted for Reagan and Bush, and possibly Nixon, Carter was a Democrat right? Maybe she means in local elections. She is rich and has to look out for "her" best interest.
I didn't know that even Oprah worries about what goes on in our country. She said that like she doesn't live here. Do you really think she's concerned with the American people or what's best for us? If she was, she would know we need a Clinton back in office. Let's make history, father and son, husband and wife. Why not?
If Oprah really wanted to use her power, she would back Hillary Clinton. If she was really this knowledgeable woman her white producers portray her as, she would back Hillary Clinton.
You don't want to bring a knife to a gun fight and if anyone ever seen "Fahrenheit 9/11" or if you voted in 2000, then you know there is no way in hell Barack Hussein Obama will win the election. Hell, Hillary might not even win. But you can't stand in the way of history. And the current moves with Hillary.
I really like Obama, but he really turned me off when he said he had no interest in running and then a month or two later he said he was. I don't think he really wants to be president, I think he's just being used to take votes. And its all a show. And Oprah backing him, just made it really look phony. That's just my opinion. Hate it or Love it!
During her appearances, Oprah had this to say about Barack Obama and you realize how out of touch she really is:"The amount of time you spend in Washington means nothing unless you are accountable for the judgment you made," Winfrey said. She said from the beginning Obama "stood with clarity and conviction against this war in Iraq."
"There are times that I even worry about what happens to our country," she said. "That is why for the very first time in my life I feel compelled to stand up and speak out for the man who I believe has a new vision for America."
"Over the years, I have voted for as many Republicans as I have
Democrats."
"When you listen to Barack Obama, when you really hear him, you witness a very rare thing,” she said in Des Moines. “You witness a politician who has an ear for eloquence and a tongue dipped in the unvarnished truth.”
First of all truth and politics don't belong in the same sentence. And secondly, DIDN'T BARACK OBAMA LIE TO OPRAH'S FACE ON HER TALK SHOW AND SAID HE HAD NOT INTEREST IN RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT!!!!!
And the majority of people were for the war, in the beginning. That's not something to hold against anyone. Now its about an exit strategy, not who voted and who didn't.
And Oprah votes Republican? She voted for Reagan and Bush, and possibly Nixon, Carter was a Democrat right? Maybe she means in local elections. She is rich and has to look out for "her" best interest.
I didn't know that even Oprah worries about what goes on in our country. She said that like she doesn't live here. Do you really think she's concerned with the American people or what's best for us? If she was, she would know we need a Clinton back in office. Let's make history, father and son, husband and wife. Why not?
If Oprah really wanted to use her power, she would back Hillary Clinton. If she was really this knowledgeable woman her white producers portray her as, she would back Hillary Clinton.
You don't want to bring a knife to a gun fight and if anyone ever seen "Fahrenheit 9/11" or if you voted in 2000, then you know there is no way in hell Barack Hussein Obama will win the election. Hell, Hillary might not even win. But you can't stand in the way of history. And the current moves with Hillary.
I really like Obama, but he really turned me off when he said he had no interest in running and then a month or two later he said he was. I don't think he really wants to be president, I think he's just being used to take votes. And its all a show. And Oprah backing him, just made it really look phony. That's just my opinion. Hate it or Love it!
2007 Most Influential Update
I'll start posting the list on Monday. You can still submit your choices to hiphopmoguls@gmail.com.
It's the 2007 Most Influential People, Places, and Things, all areas are open, from entertainment, sports, fashion, cars, politics etc. It can be funny or serious. Just put Most Influential in the subject line. I'll be posting Reader's Choices as they come in. So send them in!
It's the 2007 Most Influential People, Places, and Things, all areas are open, from entertainment, sports, fashion, cars, politics etc. It can be funny or serious. Just put Most Influential in the subject line. I'll be posting Reader's Choices as they come in. So send them in!
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
The Randomness: Playing Catch Up; LT & Vick, Marion Jones, T.O. and Stop Hatin on Lola
I have some catching up to do.
I'll start with LaDainian Tomlinson's interview on 60 minutes and how the closing was used to throw dirt onto Michael Vick, yet again. We were reminded how the Chargers traded away their pick to Atlanta, who chose Vick. It was supposed to be ironic, but it was just another kick to a man that is already down.
Read this excerpt from "The phone call that changed history":New York Daily News 8/26/2007
Michael Vick can be anybody. One minute you're riding high and then the next knocked down and kicked in the ass. It can be for whatever reason the 'powers-that-be', what to implement.
But getting back to LT (it was a great segment by the way it might be up on CBS.com), his interview had me thinking a few things...1.) Why do our Black athletes and artists wear such big ass diamond earrings?
2.) Should leagues just start giving out Bentleys on draft night? And does everybody have the same 5 cars? 3.) Why can't athletes ban together for one common cause? You never see athletes pull their money together. Even Alan Greenspan donates to Bill Gates' Foundation, like he really needs the money.
In other news....
Today, the IOC banned Marion Jones from attending the 2008 Olympics in Beijing and may move to issue a lifetime ban. Her medals were also officially revoked and her name stripped from the history books. If they could, they probably would have us all look into one of those memory erasers from "Men In Black".
I sincerely hope that Marion Jones stays strong. I can't imagine what she may going through. This is the time when people really need to rally around and support her. Steroids shouldn't make you a public misfit. DUI, Domestic Violence, and Failure to pay child support should. I can't be mad at anyone that uses steroids. You have to be one hell of a competitor to even risk losing everything you worked for just for the advantage. Like I said before, the talent has to already be there in order for the drugs to even give you an advantage. Its just a shame.
Deep Down Philly Wishes T.O. was still an Eagle....
The Eagles play the Cowboys Sunday, so of course we have been bombarded with Terrell Owens clips thus far, leading up to the game. You would think he played here longer than a season and a half.
On a final note....
This is Angel "Lola Luv" she's a model and she carries quite a load on her tiny frame. According to some people she has butt implants. According to others its all natural. According to me, it pays the bills and gets her on red carpets, so more power to her. I have never in my life heard Black women debate over another woman's ASSets. This is really out of control. Are we that consumed with bullshit that a woman that makes a living by a having a nice body is something to debate over? Is it real or is it fake? Does what Lola Luv eats make you sh*t?
I've been told I'm Queen of the Haters Ball, but on this one, I have to say STOP HATING. There is absolutely nothing to hate this girl for. Beyonce, I understand she's amazingly talented and those gifts are bestowed on a few. I can understand being jealous or envious. But Lola Luv makes a living based on how her body looks, so if she has butt implants it worked. If she's all natural, she's blessed to not have the gut and thighs to match.
I'll start with LaDainian Tomlinson's interview on 60 minutes and how the closing was used to throw dirt onto Michael Vick, yet again. We were reminded how the Chargers traded away their pick to Atlanta, who chose Vick. It was supposed to be ironic, but it was just another kick to a man that is already down.
Read this excerpt from "The phone call that changed history":New York Daily News 8/26/2007It turned out to be one of the most important trades in NFL history. Vick has
turned from the face to the disgrace of the NFL. The Chargers took running back
LaDainian Tomlinson, who has developed into the best player in the league.
Michael Vick can be anybody. One minute you're riding high and then the next knocked down and kicked in the ass. It can be for whatever reason the 'powers-that-be', what to implement.
But getting back to LT (it was a great segment by the way it might be up on CBS.com), his interview had me thinking a few things...1.) Why do our Black athletes and artists wear such big ass diamond earrings?
2.) Should leagues just start giving out Bentleys on draft night? And does everybody have the same 5 cars? 3.) Why can't athletes ban together for one common cause? You never see athletes pull their money together. Even Alan Greenspan donates to Bill Gates' Foundation, like he really needs the money.
In other news....
Today, the IOC banned Marion Jones from attending the 2008 Olympics in Beijing and may move to issue a lifetime ban. Her medals were also officially revoked and her name stripped from the history books. If they could, they probably would have us all look into one of those memory erasers from "Men In Black".I sincerely hope that Marion Jones stays strong. I can't imagine what she may going through. This is the time when people really need to rally around and support her. Steroids shouldn't make you a public misfit. DUI, Domestic Violence, and Failure to pay child support should. I can't be mad at anyone that uses steroids. You have to be one hell of a competitor to even risk losing everything you worked for just for the advantage. Like I said before, the talent has to already be there in order for the drugs to even give you an advantage. Its just a shame.
Deep Down Philly Wishes T.O. was still an Eagle....
The Eagles play the Cowboys Sunday, so of course we have been bombarded with Terrell Owens clips thus far, leading up to the game. You would think he played here longer than a season and a half.
On a final note....
This is Angel "Lola Luv" she's a model and she carries quite a load on her tiny frame. According to some people she has butt implants. According to others its all natural. According to me, it pays the bills and gets her on red carpets, so more power to her. I have never in my life heard Black women debate over another woman's ASSets. This is really out of control. Are we that consumed with bullshit that a woman that makes a living by a having a nice body is something to debate over? Is it real or is it fake? Does what Lola Luv eats make you sh*t?I've been told I'm Queen of the Haters Ball, but on this one, I have to say STOP HATING. There is absolutely nothing to hate this girl for. Beyonce, I understand she's amazingly talented and those gifts are bestowed on a few. I can understand being jealous or envious. But Lola Luv makes a living based on how her body looks, so if she has butt implants it worked. If she's all natural, she's blessed to not have the gut and thighs to match.
Rock and Roll Legend Ike Turner Dies at 76
Source: The Associated Press
SAN DIEGO -- Ike Turner, whose role as one of rock's critical architects was overshadowed by his ogrelike image as the man who brutally abused former wife and icon Tina Turner, died Wednesday at his home in suburban San Diego. He was 76.
"He did pass away this morning" at his home in San Marcos, said Scott M. Hanover of Thrill Entertainment Group, which managed Turner's musical career.
There was no immediate word on the cause of death, which was first reported by celebrity Web site TMZ.com.
SAN DIEGO -- Ike Turner, whose role as one of rock's critical architects was overshadowed by his ogrelike image as the man who brutally abused former wife and icon Tina Turner, died Wednesday at his home in suburban San Diego. He was 76.
"He did pass away this morning" at his home in San Marcos, said Scott M. Hanover of Thrill Entertainment Group, which managed Turner's musical career.
There was no immediate word on the cause of death, which was first reported by celebrity Web site TMZ.com.
Note: Peep how the Associated Press gets news from TMZ.com:)
The Rumors Were True: Saliesha Wins Top Model...
In case you missed it, word spread that Saliesha won Top Model weeks ago. Apparently, Saliesha was a model on Tyra's talk show either the first or second season. Word was Tyra took a liking to her and invited her to do Top Model. I thought it was just a rumor, but she really won. So did ANTM just lose all its credibility as a legit contest/reality show? At this point does it even matter? Congrats are still in order!!!
Sunday, December 9, 2007
Pacers' Guard Jamaal Tinsley Targeted in Late Night Shooting
I told ya'll Blood Diamonds are forever.
Jamaal Tinsley and his group were approached after leaving an Indianapolis club earlier this morning. Another group of people surrounded Tinsley's Rolls Royce and gave him a hard time about his cars and his money.
Tinsley's motorcade which included his Rolls, a Mercedes, and a Charger were being followed by two vehicles. So instead of driving home, he pulled into a hotel parking lot, where the assailants opened fire. The Pacers' equipment manager was hit in both elbows as he sat in the Rolls Royce. Tinsley's brother gave chase and returned fire. The Rolls Royce was hit several times and five bullets were found in the Charger. No one was seriously hurt. The equipment manager was treated and released.
When will this new generation of millionaires learn. You don't hang with common folk, you help the common folk. Going to the club doesn't make you appear down to earth or humble, you're just trying to show off.
There has been only one occasion that I have ever seen an athlete chill in the club and go unnoticed. I was standing right next to him and I just thought he looked like the dude. It was only confirmed when I noticed his platinum bracelet. But he wasn't flossin or anything. Unless you're unbelieveably tall, no one would even recognize an athlete in a crowded ass club unless you knew their face and you were up on them like I was. Other than that, if the DJ doesn't announce them or you don't see their diamonds sparkle in the strobelight, you wouldn't even pay them any mind. Keepin it real is, keepin it smart. Now Tinsley got a shot up Rolls Royce sitting in the garage.
Thursday, December 6, 2007
And the nominees are......
Ok, I wasn't exactly sitting on pins and needles waiting to hear this. But I was glad to hear Kanye leads this year with 8 nods and may actually have a shot at winning the majority, if not all, of them.
Other Observations:
Amy Winehouse is actually nominated in a Pop Vocal Album Category. I really didn't think she was considered Pop. Especially when she shares it with Bon Jovi, Paul McCartney and Maroon 5.
Two American Idol alums are nominated Carrie Underwood and Chris Daughtry, I think both will win and Simon will make more money.
"Umbrella" by Rihanna is a bigger song than I thought it was. Didn't think that was "Record of the Year" material, not by usual Grammy standards, maybe Billboard.
"Irreplacable" is also up for "Record of the Year" which means "Rehab" by Amy Winehouse is going to win.
Who is Emily King? Whoever she is, she must be the winner for best R&B Contemporary Album and she must pay her dues on time.
With everyone talking about Kanye, people have missed the real story with these nominations. Peep how "Crank Dat (Soulja Boy)" is nominated for Best Rap Song.
Limited List:
GENERAL FIELD
Nominees for Album Of The Year are:
Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace - Foo Fighters
Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace - Foo Fighters
These Days - Vince Gill
River: The Joni Letters - Herbie Hancock
Graduation - Kanye West
Back To Black - Amy Winehouse
Nominees for Record Of The Year are:
"Irreplaceable" - Beyoncé
"The Pretender" - Foo Fighters
"Umbrella" - Rihanna Featuring Jay-Z
"What Goes Around...Comes Around" - Justin Timberlake
"Rehab" - Amy Winehouse
Best New Artist nominees are:
Feist
Ledisi
Paramore
Taylor Swift
Amy Winehouse
Song Of The Year nominees include:
"Before He Cheats" - John Kear & Chris Tompkins, songwriters (Carrie Underwood)
"Hey There Delilah" - Tom Higgenson, songwriter (Plain White T's)
"Like A Star" - Corinne Bailey Rae, songwriter (Corinne Bailey Rae)
"Rehab" - Amy Winehouse, songwriter (Amy Winehouse)
POP FIELD
Nominations for Best Pop Vocal Album go to:
Lost Highway - Bon Jovi
The Reminder - Feist
It Won't Be Soon Before Long - Maroon 5
Memory Almost Full - Paul McCartney
Back To Black - Amy Winehouse
Best Pop Collaboration With Vocals nods go to:
"Steppin' Out" - Tony Bennett & Christina Aguilera
"Steppin' Out" - Tony Bennett & Christina Aguilera
"Beautiful Liar" - Beyoncé & Shakira
"Gone Gone Gone (Done Moved On)" - Robert Plant & Alison Krauss
"The Sweet Escape" - Gwen Stefani & Akon
"Give It To Me" - Timbaland Featuring Nelly Furtado & Justin Timberlake
R&B FIELD
For Best Contemporary R&B Album, the nominees are:
For Best Contemporary R&B Album, the nominees are:
Konvicted - Akon
Just Like You - Keyshia Cole
Fantasia - Fantasia
East Side Story - Emily King
East Side Story - Emily King
Because Of You - Ne-Yo
Best Urban/Alternative Performance nods go to:
"Make A Baby" - Vikter Duplaix
"That's The Way Of The World" - Dwele
"Daydreamin'" - Lupe Fiasco Featuring Jill Scott
"Fantasy" - Meshell Ndegeocello
"Dream" - Alice Smith
RAP FIELD
Best Rap/Sung Collaboration nods go to:
"I Wanna Love You" - Akon Featuring Snoop Dogg
"Kiss, Kiss" - Chris Brown & T-Pain
"Let It Go" - Keyshia Cole Featuring Missy Elliott & Lil' Kim
"Let It Go" - Keyshia Cole Featuring Missy Elliott & Lil' Kim
"Umbrella" - Rihanna Featuring Jay-Z
"Good Life" - Kanye West Featuring T-Pain
Nominees for Best Rap Song are:
"Ayo Technology" - N. Hills, Curtis Jackson, Timothy Mosley & Justin Timberlake, songwriters (50 Cent Featuring Justin Timberlake & Timbaland)
"Big Things Poppin' (Do It)" - Clifford Harris & Byron Thomas, songwriters (T.I.)
"Can't Tell Me Nothing" - A. Davis & Kanye West, songwriters (Kanye West)
"Crank That (Soulja Boy)" - Soulja Boy Tell'Em, songwriter (Soulja Boy Tell'Em)
"Good Life" - A. Davis, F. Najm & K. West, songwriters (Kanye West Featuring T-Pain)
For Best Rap Album, the nominees are:
Finding Forever - Common
Kingdom Come - Jay-Z
Hip Hop Is Dead - Nas
T.I. vs T.I.P. - T.I.
Graduation - Kanye West
For a complete lists of nominees visit: www.grammy.com.
The show will air live February 10 at 8pm on CBS.
Program Note: Will-mania Goes Into Overdrive
Will Smith's "E! True Hollywood Story" premieres Saturday, Dec. 8 at 6pm ET/PT on the E! Television Network.
According to a production rep, the show will "provide a revealing look in the dynamic life of the entertainment power player and family man featuring interviews with his close friends and co-stars."
"I Am Legend" hits theatres December 14.
Jason Kidd's 'strike' fuels trade speculation
Apparently, the Nets star called in sick yesterday and missed last night's game against the Knicks. A source with the team is quoted to have said Kidd was "on strike" because he unhappy with either the general state of the team (which fell below .500) or not being offered a contract extension. Who knows?
Maybe he really did have a migrane, which could have triggered by both of those things. Being a migrane sufferer myself, it happens. I think he justs wants another chance at a ring.
Another source said the Nets would (could or have) spoken with L.A., Dallas, and possibly Cleveland about a trade.
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
PIMP C: The Underground King
This came as a shock to me a few minutes ago....on myspace of all places. But its true.
From MTV News:
UGK's Pimp C: An Underground Legend Who Defied The Mainstream
Grab that icon off Pimp C's myspace page and show your love: http://www.myspace.com/pimpcofugk
From MTV News:
UGK's Pimp C: An Underground Legend Who Defied The Mainstream
Grab that icon off Pimp C's myspace page and show your love: http://www.myspace.com/pimpcofugk
NFL Player Says Official Called Him 'Boy'
During last's night game against the New England Patriots, Baltimore Ravens cornerback, Samari Rolle, says the official called him 'boy' five times.
"The ref called me a boy," he said. "I will be calling my agent in the morning and sending in my complaint. I have a wife and three kids. So don't call me a boy on the field ... in the game. Because we said you never played football before?"
But wait, the official is Black and a also a former NFL player, so he knows better.
Apparently, Rolle and the official, Phil McKinnely exchanged words after Rolle's teammate Bart Scott was charged with a penalty. Scott was given two personal fouls, one included throwing a flag into the stands.
"He called me a boy several times," Rolle said. "After Bart got the first one (penalty) I said, 'Man, you never played football before, and you're going to call the game like this?' And he was like, 'Shut up, boy, and play, boy.' He just kept saying it. He'll be hearing from my lawyer."
The league office is supposedly going to look into it. We'll have to wait and see how this plays out.
But Rolle is right. It is disrepectful to address a grown man as a 'boy' in that manner. After all that is their workplace.
But being as though, McKinnely is Black and a former player, I wonder what his motivation was, like I said, he knows better. That came down to respect.
In the heat of the moment, being called a 'boy' can trigger a chain reaction and can be taken as testing someone's manhood.
To top if off the Ravens were losing, so that only made it worse.
McKinnely probably talked like that all the time and it was just never given a second thought by a player. After this, it'll never happen again.
"The ref called me a boy," he said. "I will be calling my agent in the morning and sending in my complaint. I have a wife and three kids. So don't call me a boy on the field ... in the game. Because we said you never played football before?"
But wait, the official is Black and a also a former NFL player, so he knows better.
Apparently, Rolle and the official, Phil McKinnely exchanged words after Rolle's teammate Bart Scott was charged with a penalty. Scott was given two personal fouls, one included throwing a flag into the stands.
"He called me a boy several times," Rolle said. "After Bart got the first one (penalty) I said, 'Man, you never played football before, and you're going to call the game like this?' And he was like, 'Shut up, boy, and play, boy.' He just kept saying it. He'll be hearing from my lawyer."
The league office is supposedly going to look into it. We'll have to wait and see how this plays out.
But Rolle is right. It is disrepectful to address a grown man as a 'boy' in that manner. After all that is their workplace.
But being as though, McKinnely is Black and a former player, I wonder what his motivation was, like I said, he knows better. That came down to respect.
In the heat of the moment, being called a 'boy' can trigger a chain reaction and can be taken as testing someone's manhood.
To top if off the Ravens were losing, so that only made it worse.
McKinnely probably talked like that all the time and it was just never given a second thought by a player. After this, it'll never happen again.
Imus' New Tune: Conducting “an ongoing discussion about race relations in this country.”
Photo:Librado Romero/The New York Times Don Imus returned to radio yesterday morning and I don't think anyone really cared except for his loyal listeners who missed him. In his efforts to open dialogue about race, he has added Karith Foster and Tony Powell, two black comedians. You may know Foster from Comedy Central.
But don't mistake these two for being "sellouts", both see this as a real opportunity to bring a needed voice to Imus' historically show.
Interviewed after yesterday's show Ms. Foster said, “A sellout is someone who does something that harms the community, for the greater good of themselves. I have more of an intention for this.”
“I’m not here to be his policeman,” she added. “But I’m not here to be his defender. I’m not a sycophant. I’m here to contribute to a historically entertaining show. And when I need to speak up, I will.”
Mr. Powell's responsibilities will include covering the program's sports news.
I'm not sure if Imus' show even attracts an audience in which race can even be on the agenda. Honestly, if his comments never made the news, no one in the Black community would have known. It was actually the women's rights organizations that spoke up first.
All this dialogue, and nothing much has changed. I am happy that two deserving people got jobs that they probably wouldn't have gotten had this not happened. So it works for them.
But seriously what did BET or MTV change? What did video directors change? With the exception of Master P, Romeo, and Chamillionaire, what did rappers change?
At least Imus or his backers did something, sincere or not.
But don't mistake these two for being "sellouts", both see this as a real opportunity to bring a needed voice to Imus' historically show.
Interviewed after yesterday's show Ms. Foster said, “A sellout is someone who does something that harms the community, for the greater good of themselves. I have more of an intention for this.”
“I’m not here to be his policeman,” she added. “But I’m not here to be his defender. I’m not a sycophant. I’m here to contribute to a historically entertaining show. And when I need to speak up, I will.”
Mr. Powell's responsibilities will include covering the program's sports news.
I'm not sure if Imus' show even attracts an audience in which race can even be on the agenda. Honestly, if his comments never made the news, no one in the Black community would have known. It was actually the women's rights organizations that spoke up first.
All this dialogue, and nothing much has changed. I am happy that two deserving people got jobs that they probably wouldn't have gotten had this not happened. So it works for them.
But seriously what did BET or MTV change? What did video directors change? With the exception of Master P, Romeo, and Chamillionaire, what did rappers change?
At least Imus or his backers did something, sincere or not.
Monday, December 3, 2007
There Is No 'Black KKK', Blood Diamonds are Forever
"Regarded for their exquisite beauty and the timeless qualities of love and devotion that they represent, diamonds have fascinated mankind throughout the centuries. The most precious and enduring of all gemstones, diamonds were formed billions of years ago, deep within the earth. Only a small number survive the journey to the earth's surface; fewer still are of a quality that can be made into a precious piece of jewelry." - Diamondfacts.org
There Is No 'Black KKK', Blood Diamonds are Forever - Have Blood, Not Diamonds
This is in response to the Professional that moved too soon writing an article about a man that is gone too soon, all because of the good he possessed, and not for the goodness in his heart.
This is about those in search of the almighty Blood Diamond. Now Blood Diamonds represent all that is material: money, clothes, jewelry, cars, and status. It is anything of no cash value or of no real value in terms of what you need in life or what you will take with you to the afterworld.
Since the beginning of a time when status became quo and having the most meant you were the best or superior to those that don't, there has always been conflict. Its almost seems second nature to hate on those that have more material than you. We don't hate on those that give of themselves by feeding the homeless, for example.
Most of us look to see where we have to climb and we want to conquer the mountain. Some of us decide the mountain is too steep and quit in the middle of the climb and some choose to just stay on the ground and cheer for the climbers. The rest climb up only to take from the top or pull on your legs to make you fall back down.
The state of Black America is not in jeopardy because of guns or hip hop, there is a prevailing mindset that places no value on life, liberty, or the pursuit of happiness. While this mindset exists regardless of race, color, creed, or country, Blacks in America have a unique situation.
Our middle and lower class citizens live in the same neighborhoods. We fought long and hard for intergration, but the middle class failed to fight against Section 8. The program means well in theory, but I've seen no improvement to my community. Its actually had the opposite effect.
We are the only people that had to endure an influx of drug corners, crack dealers, crack heads, crack houses, and crack babies into our neighborhoods and even our families. Like I always say there needs to be a T-Shirt that reads "I Survived 1988-1990"!
We are the only people that promotes this ignorant message of "keeping it real", meaning money shouldn't change you or your situation. So if you come into a million dollars it is expected of you to not change the people around you. That would be true, if you were surrounded by positivity and people that loved life and loved you. But let's be real, you probably had haters before you came into your money. People hate on you because you're special. Being special and a go-getter is something that shines brightly amongst the lowlifes, for lack of a better word. Or maybe that is the right word. I'm just being nice. But its perfect low-life is exactly what it is. People that put a low value on life.
For whatever reason lowlifes have the nerve to want the same things as you, but don't want to work for it. But they will take the time to rob and shoot at will. I didn't say lowlifes were smart. The thing is lowlifes are not born, they are created. I never met a 3 year old lowlife. They are victims of their environment.
Now, for the fortunate ones, the ones that can bob and weave from time to time and socialize with the lowlifes, because you all grew up together and you still see the good in them. You work hard for yours, go to school, get a good job, and have your head on straight. But being a have amonsgt the have-nots is impossible and not very smart. Most go-getters take this time to show off, maybe its not intentional. In a perfect world, of course you can drive your Bentley to the projects and not second guess it. But in the real world, while most will stare in awe, there is always one or more plotting.
And it doesn't even have to be a Bentley, it can be a Toyota Camry. Anything that equates a certain level of status that the lowlife doesn't have. You become fair game.
So what is it that keeps the fortunate ones on the right track? Who knows. That's why they are fortunate and special. In spite of their predicament they have a determined idea to want the best that life has to offer. And that's not material wealth. Material is just something that comes with having enough income to purchase goods. It has nothing to do with who you are as a person.
In the opening of Jason Whitlock's article "Taylor's death a grim reminder for us all", he opens with, "There's a reason I call them the Black KKK. The pain, the fear and the destruction are all the same." Not hardly. The reign of terror the Ku Klux Klan inflicted can be compared to no another. The Klan was a full fledged organization whose intent was to keep Blacks and their supporters in their place through intimidation, lynchings, torture, bombings, and assassinations. What's happening in the Black community is hardly organized or even deliberate.
"The Black KKK claimed another victim, a high-profile professional football player with a checkered past this time." Some would say President Bush has a checkered past or any other political figure for that matter. Whitlock wrote this article too soon to speculate the real motive behind Sean Taylor's murder.
I know one thing, hip hop has nothing to do with it. Unlike Hollywood, which has a talented force of writers who can create a tale that is brought to life on screen, music is the other way around. Life creates the music. And in the commercial realm of hip hop, ignorance sells. Even the so called King of Hip Hop, Jay-Z, at close to 40 years old still spits the same tales he did 10 years ago. Why not rap about being president of Def Jam and being part owner of a NBA team? Now that's American Gangster. Throw up that Diamond sign!
R.I.P Sean Taylor and to all those that have lost their lives due to senseless violence.
There Is No 'Black KKK', Blood Diamonds are Forever - Have Blood, Not Diamonds
This is in response to the Professional that moved too soon writing an article about a man that is gone too soon, all because of the good he possessed, and not for the goodness in his heart.
This is about those in search of the almighty Blood Diamond. Now Blood Diamonds represent all that is material: money, clothes, jewelry, cars, and status. It is anything of no cash value or of no real value in terms of what you need in life or what you will take with you to the afterworld.
Since the beginning of a time when status became quo and having the most meant you were the best or superior to those that don't, there has always been conflict. Its almost seems second nature to hate on those that have more material than you. We don't hate on those that give of themselves by feeding the homeless, for example.
Most of us look to see where we have to climb and we want to conquer the mountain. Some of us decide the mountain is too steep and quit in the middle of the climb and some choose to just stay on the ground and cheer for the climbers. The rest climb up only to take from the top or pull on your legs to make you fall back down.
The state of Black America is not in jeopardy because of guns or hip hop, there is a prevailing mindset that places no value on life, liberty, or the pursuit of happiness. While this mindset exists regardless of race, color, creed, or country, Blacks in America have a unique situation.
Our middle and lower class citizens live in the same neighborhoods. We fought long and hard for intergration, but the middle class failed to fight against Section 8. The program means well in theory, but I've seen no improvement to my community. Its actually had the opposite effect.
We are the only people that had to endure an influx of drug corners, crack dealers, crack heads, crack houses, and crack babies into our neighborhoods and even our families. Like I always say there needs to be a T-Shirt that reads "I Survived 1988-1990"!
We are the only people that promotes this ignorant message of "keeping it real", meaning money shouldn't change you or your situation. So if you come into a million dollars it is expected of you to not change the people around you. That would be true, if you were surrounded by positivity and people that loved life and loved you. But let's be real, you probably had haters before you came into your money. People hate on you because you're special. Being special and a go-getter is something that shines brightly amongst the lowlifes, for lack of a better word. Or maybe that is the right word. I'm just being nice. But its perfect low-life is exactly what it is. People that put a low value on life.
For whatever reason lowlifes have the nerve to want the same things as you, but don't want to work for it. But they will take the time to rob and shoot at will. I didn't say lowlifes were smart. The thing is lowlifes are not born, they are created. I never met a 3 year old lowlife. They are victims of their environment.
Now, for the fortunate ones, the ones that can bob and weave from time to time and socialize with the lowlifes, because you all grew up together and you still see the good in them. You work hard for yours, go to school, get a good job, and have your head on straight. But being a have amonsgt the have-nots is impossible and not very smart. Most go-getters take this time to show off, maybe its not intentional. In a perfect world, of course you can drive your Bentley to the projects and not second guess it. But in the real world, while most will stare in awe, there is always one or more plotting.
And it doesn't even have to be a Bentley, it can be a Toyota Camry. Anything that equates a certain level of status that the lowlife doesn't have. You become fair game.
So what is it that keeps the fortunate ones on the right track? Who knows. That's why they are fortunate and special. In spite of their predicament they have a determined idea to want the best that life has to offer. And that's not material wealth. Material is just something that comes with having enough income to purchase goods. It has nothing to do with who you are as a person.
In the opening of Jason Whitlock's article "Taylor's death a grim reminder for us all", he opens with, "There's a reason I call them the Black KKK. The pain, the fear and the destruction are all the same." Not hardly. The reign of terror the Ku Klux Klan inflicted can be compared to no another. The Klan was a full fledged organization whose intent was to keep Blacks and their supporters in their place through intimidation, lynchings, torture, bombings, and assassinations. What's happening in the Black community is hardly organized or even deliberate.
"The Black KKK claimed another victim, a high-profile professional football player with a checkered past this time." Some would say President Bush has a checkered past or any other political figure for that matter. Whitlock wrote this article too soon to speculate the real motive behind Sean Taylor's murder.
I know one thing, hip hop has nothing to do with it. Unlike Hollywood, which has a talented force of writers who can create a tale that is brought to life on screen, music is the other way around. Life creates the music. And in the commercial realm of hip hop, ignorance sells. Even the so called King of Hip Hop, Jay-Z, at close to 40 years old still spits the same tales he did 10 years ago. Why not rap about being president of Def Jam and being part owner of a NBA team? Now that's American Gangster. Throw up that Diamond sign!
R.I.P Sean Taylor and to all those that have lost their lives due to senseless violence.
Friday, November 30, 2007
Florida police arrest four in Sean Taylor slaying
Update: Taylor's killers confessed. It's a shame another person had to lose their life over stupidity. The suspects ages are 17, 18, 19, and 20 years old. Just a damn shame!!!
Miami Herald: ONE OF THE MEN ARRESTED FRIDAY ATTENDED A PARTY AT NFL STAR TAYLOR'S HOUSE, SUSPECT'S RELATIVES SAY (Read Article)
Police in Florida arrested four men on Friday in connection with the murder of Sean Taylor, a star defensive player with the National Football League's Washington Redskins.
Four young men, one of whom was under 20, were arrested after tips led police to them in the Fort Myers area, on Florida's Gulf coast, a police spokeswoman said.
(Read More)
Miami Herald: ONE OF THE MEN ARRESTED FRIDAY ATTENDED A PARTY AT NFL STAR TAYLOR'S HOUSE, SUSPECT'S RELATIVES SAY (Read Article)
Police in Florida arrested four men on Friday in connection with the murder of Sean Taylor, a star defensive player with the National Football League's Washington Redskins.
Four young men, one of whom was under 20, were arrested after tips led police to them in the Fort Myers area, on Florida's Gulf coast, a police spokeswoman said.
(Read More)
"My Night At The Grammys" Was Horrible!!!!
I actually took the time to watch this garbage tonight and I just want to scream:
GREEN DAY CAME IN #1.........MICHAEL JACKSON CAME IN #6..... HOW THE HELL IS MJ NOT #1!!!!
The top 5 included Shania Twain, Whitney Houston, Christina Aguilera (singing James Brown from March 2007), and Celine Dion.
Anytime Michael Jackson performs he is never not #1.
And there was no mention of Lauryn Hill at all. Someone please tell me I missed that part! I refuse to believe there was no mention of Lauryn's record breaking win. And I swear the 70s, 80s, and 90s (up until 1998) were wiped out. There were only 2 moments from the 80s, MJ & Tina Turner.
Next time, don't have 20 year old interns come up with the ballot list. The majority of the performances came from 2004-2007. At least, can we get something we hadn't seen in a while? I was better off looking on YouTube.
GREEN DAY CAME IN #1.........MICHAEL JACKSON CAME IN #6..... HOW THE HELL IS MJ NOT #1!!!!
The top 5 included Shania Twain, Whitney Houston, Christina Aguilera (singing James Brown from March 2007), and Celine Dion.
Anytime Michael Jackson performs he is never not #1.
And there was no mention of Lauryn Hill at all. Someone please tell me I missed that part! I refuse to believe there was no mention of Lauryn's record breaking win. And I swear the 70s, 80s, and 90s (up until 1998) were wiped out. There were only 2 moments from the 80s, MJ & Tina Turner.
Next time, don't have 20 year old interns come up with the ballot list. The majority of the performances came from 2004-2007. At least, can we get something we hadn't seen in a while? I was better off looking on YouTube.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Whitlock: "The Black KKK claimed another victim, a high-profile professional football player....."
Read what award winning Kansas City Star columnist, Jason Whitlock, has to say about the incident surrounding Redskins safety Sean Taylor's death.
Here's a snippet:
Here's a snippet:
"The Black KKK claimed another victim, a high-profile professional football player with a checkered past this time.
No, we don't know for certain the circumstances surrounding Taylor's death. I could very well be proven wrong for engaging in this sort of aggressive speculation. But it's no different than if you saw a fat man fall to the ground clutching his chest. You'd assume a heart attack, and you'd know, no matter the cause, the man needed to lose weight. Well, when shots are fired and a black man hits the pavement, there's every statistical reason to believe another black man pulled the trigger. That's not some negative, unfair stereotype. It's a reality we've been living with, tolerating and rationalizing for far too long."
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
MV2.0 & The Source Magazine "Share The Studio" with Swizz Beatz Contest
For all the unsigned and independent artists out there this is for you: Music Video 2.0 in partnership with The Source Magazine is looking for one unsigned or indie artist/group to fly to NYC, record a demo at Quad Studios with the help of Swizz Beatz, and open for Swizz Beatz at a future MV2.0/The Source event. The artist will also be featured in The Source Magazine!!! Could it be you? You never know! What do you have to lose? All you have to do is upload your video/mp3 on or mail in your video/audio entries.
Get all the details here!!! Good Luck;)
Disclaimer: HHM is in no way affliated with this contest. We are just spreading the word. Do not contact us concerning this promotion. Please contact Music Video 2.0.
Gone Too Soon: NFL Player Sean Taylor Dies
Washington Redskins safety Sean Taylor died earlier this morning in Miami, a day after he was shot in the leg during a home invasion. It looks like it was a deliberate attack. He was 24. (Read More)
HHM sends our thoughts and prayers to Sean Taylor's family and friends.
Saturday, November 24, 2007
Weekend Fresh II: Vote for the Black President
No not in that race, ya'll know I'm Team Hillary.
If you didn't get the news by now, Gilbert Arenas had surgery on his knee this week and is scheduled to be out 3 months. That doesn't mean you shouldn't vote for him to start in the All-Star Game. We all know its a popularity contest. Why else would the voting process begin so early? Like could you really pick 10 players who are killing it right now?
So HHM will be campaigning for Gilbert. This dude straight ran with a parachute on his back all summer rehabbing his knee. What more can you ask for? The parachute alone clinched it in my book.
Extra Fresh: If you are 18 years of age or older and in the New Orleans area, why not volunteer your time at NBA Jam Session, February 13-17, 2008. I did during the 2002 All Star Weekend and I had a blast. Click here for more info or call 866-NBA-JAMS, no later than November 30.
Weekend Fresh: Teen Actress/Singer KeKe Palmer Set to Portray Roxanne Shante in film, 'The Vapors'
Notably known in her roles in "Akeelah and the Bee" and "Madea's Family Reunion", teen actress & singer, Keke Palmer has been slated to portray female rap pioneer, Roxanne Shante in an independent film titled "The Vapors". The movie, which is scheduled to beging filming in January, tells the story of the legendary Juice Crew. It will portray the story of Shante, Marley Marl, Big Daddy Kane, and Biz Markie. Other members of the Juice Crew included Kool G. Rap & DJ Polo, Masta Ace, Craig G, Tragedy Khadafi, Cool V, and TJ Swan. 
The film is set to be directed by Furqaan Clover, who also did the Wendy Williams biopic.
I've been reading a lot of negativity over on the BV Blogs about this film. I take it comes from the step-children of Hip Hop. Those who had to stay on the steps as kids and whose parents forbade them to listen or go out to parties. I was in elementary school during this time and I loved the Juice Crew and Roxanne Shante especially because she was a female. So anybody who can't respect this film being made or who thinks KeKe Palmer will ruin her career for taking this role is an idiot. People are entitled to their opinion, but not when they have no ground to stand on. That's when you sound stupid. Our stories need to be told. Plus its work for all these Black actors out here. That's just my 2 cent. Hate it or Love it!!!
Monday, November 19, 2007
Beauty & Fashionistas Have A New Networking Site
Check out MySalonPlace.Com - Where Networking is Beautiful! It has the same format as Myspace, but with a little extra catering to the beauty profession, and Barbers, of course. From Stylists to Product Distributors, there are even categories for Video Vixens and Nightclub pics. Check it out here.
Also HHM is compiling our list of Influential People, Places, & Things of 2007 & our 2008 Impact Forecast. If you want to have some input on the subject hit us up: hiphopmoguls@gmail.com
2007 American Black Film Festival Award Winners
The American Black Film Fesitval (ABFF) is the premier international marketplace for films that showcase the best new work by and about people of African descent.ABFF's competitions reward excellence in independent Black cinema. With the support of major U.S. corporations, the festival awards cash and other prizes valued in the six figures. The award winners were as follows:
HBO Short Film Award, Presented by HBO
The Second Coming, directed by Ya'ke
Audience Award for Best U.S. Feature presented by Blockbuster
I'm through with White Girls directed by Jennifer Sharp
Heineken Red Star Award for Creativity
South of Pico directed by Ernst Gossner
Allstate Beyond February "Be Reel Contest Winner, Presented by Allstate
Give along the way, written and directed by Alrick Brown
Best Documentary (tie)
Black to our Roots, directed by Tre "Subira" Whitlow
Prince Among Slaves, directed by Andrea Kalin & Bill Duke Director of Re-Creations
Grand Jury Prize for Best Screenplay presented by Allstate
The Mannsfield 12 written by Alton Glass
Grand Jury Prize for Best Actor
Henry Simmons
Grand Jury Prize for Best Director
Craig Ross, Jr.
Grand Jury Prize for Best Picture, Presented by Kodak
South of Pico directed by Ernst Gossner
The ABFF, cofounded by Jeff Friday in 1997, is a property of Film Life, Inc., a New York-based film marketing and distribution company. Its mission is to spearhead the global distribution of quality Black films and be the leading American brand producing Black movies, television, events and digital content. Film Life's key properties include the American Black Film Festival (abff.com); The Black Movie Awards on TNT (blackmovieawards.com); and the ABFF DVD Series (thefilmlife.com), a partnership with Warner Home Video.
For more information visit: www.abff.com
Sunday, November 18, 2007
Help Support Katrina Survivors Who Want to Return Home!!!
Forget the hype Michael Baisden has been blasting about this organization. Color of Change is about making change, not dollars and camera time. They deal with more than just the story of the moment. Stand up and let your voice be heard. This could be you!
Imagine you wanted to go home and couldn't afford to or because your city didn't want you to come back or make a way for you to come back....that's real talk..and we say slavery is over, but WE STILL continue to suffer from the aftermath.
I don't care how much money, fame or degrees you may have, if you are Black, this could be you. Whatever we have, could be gone tomorrow and you would want to have the support of your family, community, or whoever could be of service.
All you have to do is read about this bill going up in Congress, click on the link, fill in your information, and your state Senator's office will get your email. Its that easy and simple!!!!
From ColorofChange.org
Dear Friends,
Finally, there's a bill in Congress that would help some of the hardest hit Katrina survivors come back home. Unfortunately, it is about to die because some members of the Senate think it's fine for certain New Orleanians--specifically those who are Black and poor--to be shut out of the city.
I just called on my senators to support the Gulf Coast Housing Recovery Act of 2007 (S. 1668). It would re-open desperately needed housing and make sure there is no loss of affordable public housing in New Orleans. Please join me by contacting your senators and check out powerful videos about the housing situation in New Orleans created by Brave New Foundation and as part of the Voices from the Gulf Project. It takes just a moment:
http://www.colorofchange.org/s1668/?id=2016-145161
Saving Affordable Housing in New Orleans
New Orleans public housing residents have been fighting for over two years to return to apartments that were minimally damaged by the storm. But the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has shut them out, because it wants to demolish most of the available public housing units--and replace them with far fewer mixed-income housing.[1] The vast majority of the most affordable public housing units, pushing thousands of mostly Black low-income residents out of the city.
S.1668 honors the right to return of all New Orleans public housing residents. It requires the re-opening of at least 3,000 public housing units and ensures that there is no net loss of units available and affordable to public housing residents. It also designates $1.7 billion for rental housing assistance and earmarks millions for community development programs, which will benefit an even larger segment of the lower income population. But the bill is in danger of dying -- because some senators are opposed to preserving affordable public housing.
Find out more about this organization, the bill, and how you can become involved here.
Also Read: FEMA Accused Of Wasting More Katrina Funding - 11/15/07
Weekend Fresh: The Humpty Dumpty Syndrome Returns & In Case You Missed It
As far as the witch hunt to cut off Barry Bonds' balls, honestly, I am just tired of seeing things play out like this.
A positive steroid test from 2001? Oh come on!
When did this magically appear?
Its 2007, don't think he's on steroids now.
Saying you were not aware of something, is not lying, if you were not aware of it.
Having initials on a piece of paper is not proof...Barry Bonds....Bobby Brown...Billy Blanks.
His trainer being released from prison is not proof of wrong doing and it is not proof he's going to drop a dime if there is a dime to drop.
All of these things are being done to make Bonds, pull a Marion Jones.
Well don't let them break you, Barry. These people have had it in for you for so long and this was all they could get. The declarations about your arrogant attitude, didn't do it.
I guess a man isn't allowed to gain weight anymore. He's supposed to look the same way at 23 and 43.
I only ask who are the alleged other players that get to keep their names out of the spotlight? I want the full list and I want the proof. If someone would be evil enough to give a woman the date rape drug, I wouldn't put it pass someone to give an athlete some an undectable steroid formula and tell him that its a supplement to get them hooked.
If only Barry Bonds were white. So many people like to pretend that their perceptions are not shaped by racism, when sometimes, indeed they are. This is not a statement that goes across the board but it applies in a lot of ways. The accusations about Barry Bonds never went away. So even if he did use steroids, when? It couldn't have been during the years following the investigation. Did the Giants know? Did MLB know about this alleged positive test from 2001? Of course, the Giants made their money and then tossed him as only a good slave owner would. MLB is tainted and its not because of Barry Bonds, its because the entire system let the integrity of the game get lost in pursuit of billions of dollars. Dollars that Barry Bonds help generate. Dollars that Pete Rose help generate. Two great players that belong in the Hall Of Fame.
Hate it OR Love It.....
In Case You Missed It:
- Sixers Owner Ed Snider wants the fans to come back. Attendance has been disappointingly low. Its damn near empty. I say, give out some free tickets for selected games. No one should be spending money to see the Sixers, maybe the visiting team, but not the Sixers. Really, what did he expect? The fans were there to see Allen Iverson and that's about it. At least you would be guaranteed a good game or a great show from the real A.I.
- Its time to vote for the NBA All-Star Game.
- Reason you should never pick your own nickname: You call yourself Nacho.
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Sunday, November 11, 2007
Donda West, Noted Scholar And Kanye's Mother, Dies At 58
HHM would like to extend our sincere thoughts and prayers out to Kanye West and his family....(Read More)Photo: Vince Bucci/Getty Images
Weekend Fresh: Droppin Some Pearls
"Hater Nation has multiplied. Gone are the days of building a strong team or lending out a helping hand. The blind continue to lead the dumb and take turns with Lindsey Lohan in the back room." - Anonymous
MESSAGE!
Friday, November 9, 2007
Can't Forget About You
Don't worry Hip Hop Moguls hasn't gone anywhere. We just were not in the mood to write about this nonsense that's been going on lately. Sometimes you just need a break and focus on things that really matter. I've been having a problem with this latest string of artists getting arrested. Its become the norm. You would think having a "job" and making money would keep you out of trouble. It does for everyone with a 9 to 5. I guess if you had a 9 to 5 and got arrested as much as these artists do, you would loose your job. Maybe that's the solution. Get arrested, lose your record deal. If it were only that simple.
I can't wait for Jay-Z to retire for good. He's getting on my nerves. Yes, I finally said it out loud. Pass the torch already. Marry Beyonce while your at it. These 40 year olds are holding the 80 babies back, with all this Neverland/Peter Pan, don't want to grow up state of mind. Look its time to move on, already!
I also can't wait for Nas' album to drop. I'm going to buy it just because of the title. I don't even listen to my Nas' albums except for "Illmatic" and that's on cassette. Some things I love listening to on tape for nostalgia's sake. I still don't have an Ipod, but I do have a Sansa mp3 player, that I love so much.
My plug: Be sure to check out my blog over on FoxSports. If you have a hotmail or msn account, its a breeze. Click the banner in the sidebar and sign in. I just wrote a Randomness segments entitled: On These Streets of Philly - talking about our homicide rates, Eagles Coach Andy Reid's family drama, and defaming the nickname of one A.I.
I can't wait for Jay-Z to retire for good. He's getting on my nerves. Yes, I finally said it out loud. Pass the torch already. Marry Beyonce while your at it. These 40 year olds are holding the 80 babies back, with all this Neverland/Peter Pan, don't want to grow up state of mind. Look its time to move on, already!
I also can't wait for Nas' album to drop. I'm going to buy it just because of the title. I don't even listen to my Nas' albums except for "Illmatic" and that's on cassette. Some things I love listening to on tape for nostalgia's sake. I still don't have an Ipod, but I do have a Sansa mp3 player, that I love so much.
My plug: Be sure to check out my blog over on FoxSports. If you have a hotmail or msn account, its a breeze. Click the banner in the sidebar and sign in. I just wrote a Randomness segments entitled: On These Streets of Philly - talking about our homicide rates, Eagles Coach Andy Reid's family drama, and defaming the nickname of one A.I.
Monday, October 15, 2007
It's Time To Wake Up
This one is dedicated to Clifford Harris aka. T.I ....
When is enough, ENOUGH?
How many lives have to be destroyed before anyone gets it.
And to make matters worse, someone had the nerve to start a petition so that T.I. can make bond.
Why?
What the hell does platinum selling artist need with an assload of guns? It makes me wonder if he was doing more than just rapping. It makes me wonder if these guns were going to eventually end up on the street used in other crimes against humanity.
Give me something to believe in.
A petition so that this fool can make bond for being stupid. Get serious!!! We can do better.
It's not like T.I has never been convicted before, but damn was the lesson ever learned in exhange for the blessing? Seems not.
I'm just tired of people being put into positions to do better and they fuck it up. And its not like they didn't know the outcome.
Then as fans, we are expected to blindly support them.
It can't happen.
In this case, T.I really had me believing he upgraded his life. But it was all just a pretty picture, not much underneath the surface. I really thought he had himself on point, but this was just stupid.
And dare I say....SAD!
So can all the fuck ups move out the way for people that will actually do right by the blessing. I mean damn.
It's time to wake up!
We only get so many chances.
In other news:
Why in the hell were the students from the Jena 6 case at the BET Hip Hop Awards? So kids who beat up classmates get a bigger stage to still be wrong?
This week's power phrase --- Wrong is Wrong. I don't care who did it!
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Jay-Z is the poster child for the NBA Image
I read an article from the Seattle Times and came across an interesting tidbit....
"Before last season, each team presented a version of the same slide show. The first slide depicts rap mogul Jay-Z seated courtside in an oxford shirt, sweater and necktie. "I'm not a businessman," a caption on the slide show reads, "I'm a business, man."
The slide show preaches the importance of image and the need to change the public perception of NBA players." (Source)
Who in the hell left the gate open?
Today, Sandra Rose, pointed out the discrepencies that are Shawn Carter's grill.
"They can spend money extravagantly on unnecessary things, but can't spend a couple of dollars to fix their teeth? No wonder Jay Z rarely smiles - and for that we are grateful."
"Before last season, each team presented a version of the same slide show. The first slide depicts rap mogul Jay-Z seated courtside in an oxford shirt, sweater and necktie. "I'm not a businessman," a caption on the slide show reads, "I'm a business, man."
The slide show preaches the importance of image and the need to change the public perception of NBA players." (Source)
Who in the hell left the gate open?
Today, Sandra Rose, pointed out the discrepencies that are Shawn Carter's grill.
"They can spend money extravagantly on unnecessary things, but can't spend a couple of dollars to fix their teeth? No wonder Jay Z rarely smiles - and for that we are grateful."
"Not only can you see his crooked front tooth, but are those weed stains on his teeth? Wow, has Jay ever sat in a dentist's chair in his life?" - Sandra Rose
In spite of having more than enough money and making the Forbes list, Mr. Carter chooses not to take care of his teeth. And neither does Sean "Diddy" Combs. 50 Cent got shot in his mouth and has great teeth. Even Kanye has nice teeth.
I have no real point. I read Sandra's blog and then read the article that mentioned Jay-Z on a NBA slide show about image. And it made me laugh.
I thought about the NBA players I've seen over the years with bad teeth (Reggie Miller) and bad skin (Dennis Rodman) and it never was an issue.
And I noticed its because they are men.
If Beyonce was sporting Jay-Z's grill would he still be interested in sporting her on his arm?
Can a woman have acne and blemishes and still be considered sexy, like Diddy works so hard to perserve and maintain?
Is Jay-Z really a good example of image?
Well I guess if you want players to put up a front like they are really a big deal, when honestly they made a name for themselves as a business man based off someone's else work.
Yeah I said it.
I know I'm reading too deep into this.
But its the truth!
Monday, September 24, 2007
So Louisiana Does Have Money!!!!
It seems lately the sports pages have been filled with the BEST DAMN INFORMATION. First, it was Jay-Z and NFL Player Larry Johnson owned a NYC home together, Second was the breakdown on Jena 6 by Jason Whitlock on FoxSports.com and now an article reporting that Lousiana has approved $14.5 million for the New Orleans Hornets to build a practice facility.
"The state will spend $1.5 million on the practice center this year and the rest in later years.
The dollars were included in Gov. Kathleen Blanco's recommendations for construction projects to be funded with state dollars, and those recommendations received unanimous Bond Commission approval.
The city of New Orleans has set aside more than $6 million to help pay for the project, which is estimated to cost more than $20 million.
"The state will spend $1.5 million on the practice center this year and the rest in later years.
The dollars were included in Gov. Kathleen Blanco's recommendations for construction projects to be funded with state dollars, and those recommendations received unanimous Bond Commission approval.
The city of New Orleans has set aside more than $6 million to help pay for the project, which is estimated to cost more than $20 million.
In the meantime, the Hornets are practicing rent-free in the state-owned Alario Center in suburban Westwego, where they also practiced for their first three seasons in New Orleans before being temporarily displaced to Oklahoma City by Hurricane Katrina before the 2005-06 season."(Source)
So we shouldn't be hearing anything else about the despair New Orleans' residents are in trying to rebuild their homes or relocate back to their hometown, right?
If a damn NBA team can go rent free and receive money to build a new practice facility, there should be no more FEMA trailers by next year. Those homes that are just sitting unclaimed can be demolished and the streets clear of debris and new homes can be built, right or wrong?
The message is being sent loud and clear to me.
I know sports is a vital asset to a city, but come on, the Hornets couldn't find a corporate sponsor for a $20 million practice facility?
This is amazing.
Thursday, September 20, 2007
National Day of Action: Justice for the Jena 6
Today marks the National Day Of Action, and I ask what is a day?
There is injustive committed everyday in our own backyards and we do nothing.
But we were quick to jump on a bus to the middle of "never heard of before this happened town".
Let me finish.
I'm glad today people chose to stand for something. But a lot fell for anything.
Too many times I heard "FREE the Jena 6".
So are we condoning violence now? It was a 6 on 1 fight.
But wait, let me finish.
I have been told maybe ten stories of what happened. And I found out that the tree incident had nothing to do with the six black students that were being charged with attempted murder for jumping a white student.
Its the deep south so I would think racism is routine when there is a so called "white tree" on campus.
In the North we have sophisticated racism so a lot us were outraged by this and it sparked a brush fire. Even though one had nothing to do with the other.
Well if that's what it takes.
But its good that every 10 years or so we unite for a call to action.
Its great for these six students that were going to serve time in prison for a schoolyard fight and have their lives changed forever for the worse.
Hopefully, our children will learn from this.
Every case doesn't get a national call to action and nationwide protests against injustice.
And while your child or family member could have been one of the Jena 6, more than likely you would stand alone in protest and your child would be going to prison.
Since everybody is in Louisiana, how about stopping in New Orleans and raising some hell there too!
I wonder how many Black men would be murdered today? And who's going to prison for a crime they didn't commit or will get sentenced for 5 years for having a crack rock?
Makes Me Wanna Holler!
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Throwback Thursday: Remembering Tupac Amaru Shakur
I remember September 13, 1996 like it was yesterday. Pac had been the talk all week, everybody thought they knew he would recover from this latest shooting. He managed to survive an ambush about a year prior in New York and checked himself out the hospital to go to court the next morning, so we really thought this would be no different.
It was a Friday night, around 8pm when the news came across the radio. I was sitting in my bedroom and I just couldn't believe it.
11 years later, its crazy how we still feel his lost. I really try to hold on thinking maybe he is in Cuba with Assata, but that's only in hopes that Pac will return and save us.
So on this Throwback Thursday, I decided to share one of my favorite songs by him
"Keep Ya Head Up". This song still gets to me, the same as it did when I first heard it at 12 years old.
But of course, Pac had the party songs and "Toss It Up" often gets overlooked, so I wanted to go back to that one: Aaron Hall and K-Ci & Jo-Jo on one song was genius because they are all cracked out now. This video from what I hear helped Lisa Raye get that starring role in "The Player's Club". What ever happened to Danny Boy?
There are so many songs I loved, but this one is the ultimate for me "Temptations". Pac was in jail and his friends did the video.
Enjoy!
It was a Friday night, around 8pm when the news came across the radio. I was sitting in my bedroom and I just couldn't believe it.
11 years later, its crazy how we still feel his lost. I really try to hold on thinking maybe he is in Cuba with Assata, but that's only in hopes that Pac will return and save us.
So on this Throwback Thursday, I decided to share one of my favorite songs by him
"Keep Ya Head Up". This song still gets to me, the same as it did when I first heard it at 12 years old.
But of course, Pac had the party songs and "Toss It Up" often gets overlooked, so I wanted to go back to that one: Aaron Hall and K-Ci & Jo-Jo on one song was genius because they are all cracked out now. This video from what I hear helped Lisa Raye get that starring role in "The Player's Club". What ever happened to Danny Boy?
There are so many songs I loved, but this one is the ultimate for me "Temptations". Pac was in jail and his friends did the video.
Enjoy!
Monday, September 10, 2007
80s Babies: The Forgotten Generation
Moguls in Training Since 1980
I write this in response to all the news coverage for the past two weeks of all the college freshman moving in. My alma mater had an incoming class of 4,300. So where are all these students supposed to work in 4 years I wondered? My graduating class in 2004 was around 7,000, the biggest graduating class in history at that time. This was just at one school. And I am still looking for a steady job with benefits or what I like to call a GOOD ASS JOB.
There have been many stories covering "the future of America" and its always high school students. But I thought Whitney Houston was singing about me when she sung, " I believe the children are our future, teach them well, and let them lead the way..." I know its a remake, but the year was 1985 and that song became a standard.
I've come to the conclusion that if you were born between the years of 1978-1988, you have been forgotten about. I guess somewhere in between 'Saying No To Drugs' and 'A Mind Is Terrible Thing To Waste' our leaders forgot we existed. I guess they didn't heed their own messages.
I say this because, so many of us hold degrees or are in the process of obtaining one, and the job market can not accomodate the brain power.
In spite of crack and Reaganomics, we made it. We stayed motivated by positive images. Between Bill Cosby and Chuck D, WE MADE IT HAPPEN AND GOT THE DEGREE OUR PARENTS DIDN'T and wanted to us to have so bad.
At the same time, in spite of our parents not having degrees, what they did have was A GOOD ASS JOB. What most of our generation lacks. We still live in the house we grew up in.
Here are some key things, I've observed with 80s babies.
We're very entrepreneurial, but have no support.
We're very creative, but too ahead of our time.
We mesh well with 70s babies, who think they are 80s babies, when they were in fact teenagers during this era. They fail to pass the torch.
Too afraid to act their age and want to suck up ALL of our youth.
(S. Carter, I'm talking to you and Hustle Simmons, you're the worst of them all. Nothing personal, but they are kings of this example.)
As I knock on 30's door, what has happened to the land of opportunity?
I did what I was told. I did great in school, got my piece of paper, interned, and actually have experience.
But at the end of the day, I think the 80s babies got bamboozled!!!! And I want my 80 babies reparations to pay off this dumb ass student loan.
Where have all the GOOD ASS JOBS gone?
How are people supposed to pay off their student loans when they have no jobs upon graduation?
Even 5 years after graduation?
Outside of doctors, nurses, lawyers, and teachers, what are the benefits of attending college when it no longer has an impact on employment?
Should "attending university" go back to becoming a luxury of the rich and not a burden on the working class?
I do see the value in higher education, but I kind of feel like we got scammed.
What's your take?
Beginning Sept. 26: HHM Model Wednesdays
I felt like HHM needed a little something to just step it up a notch....
So starting today, we will be looking for models to showcase each and every Wednesday to coincide with the new season of "America's Next Top Model." All ranges of experience are invited to submit, male and female, must 19 years and older (if you look younger than 19, you won't be picked).
All you have to do is send an email to hiphopmoguls@gmail.com and request for a profile sheet. You will have to answer the profile and submit two pictures to be featured on the site. Females will have the option of being featured on our FOXSports.com blog, The Girl's Locker Room as an added bonus.
Get Your Shine On!
Serious Inquiries Only.
The photos must be pictures of you, for all you photo jackers out there!
So starting today, we will be looking for models to showcase each and every Wednesday to coincide with the new season of "America's Next Top Model." All ranges of experience are invited to submit, male and female, must 19 years and older (if you look younger than 19, you won't be picked).
All you have to do is send an email to hiphopmoguls@gmail.com and request for a profile sheet. You will have to answer the profile and submit two pictures to be featured on the site. Females will have the option of being featured on our FOXSports.com blog, The Girl's Locker Room as an added bonus.
Get Your Shine On!
Serious Inquiries Only.
The photos must be pictures of you, for all you photo jackers out there!
Saturday, September 8, 2007
Weekend Fresh: The Main Event in 3 Days
Who Will Be The King of Hip Hop?
Neither One of These Fools....
Being that this made the cover of Rolling Stone magazine just goes to show who really cares about this...
....and BET has the nerve to be covering sales all day long when we know damn well sales are tabulated by what is shipped, not by the cash register.
Don't Believe The Hype!
At the end of the day, our communities are still suffering. Let's focus this energy on things that matter on September 11th.
Thursday, September 6, 2007
Throwback Thursday: Mic Geronimo
Who remembers Mic Geronimo? Irv Gotti's first signed artist. Hype Williams directed this debut video, "It's Real" back in 1994. Enjoy!
On this next track "Time To Build" Geronimo teamed up with three up and coming artists back in 1995. You may have heard of them...Jay-Z, DMX, and Ja Rule.
I actually still have both of these songs somewhere on cassette, lol!
FYI: The next Throwback Thursday on September 13th will be held in honor of Tupac Shakur.
On this next track "Time To Build" Geronimo teamed up with three up and coming artists back in 1995. You may have heard of them...Jay-Z, DMX, and Ja Rule.
I actually still have both of these songs somewhere on cassette, lol!
FYI: The next Throwback Thursday on September 13th will be held in honor of Tupac Shakur.
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
Iverson's Trash Can Be Yours.....
A Superstar's Auction is taking place in Philly tomorrow. The previous owners were unknown to the public until someone read a label inside an item of clothing that read Iverson....
This is so far from dumpster diving. I would compare it to a department store warehouse sale, but waayyyyyy better!
When Allen Iverson was traded to the Nuggets last season, he and his family had to leave some things behind. And tomorrow they can be yours.
Chinchilla, mink, fox & leather coats; designer & brand name clothing and accessories by Very Cuoio, Prada, Manolo Blahnik, Chanel, YSL, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, Gianmarco Lorenzi, Nija (NY Milan), Kokin (NY), Philip Treacy (London), & Neiman Marcus; Contemporary art glass, set Bentley 21” rims w/ tires; 2 sets Rolls Royce 20” rims w/ tires; set Ford expedition 18” rims w/ tires; child’s gas powered Masseratti auto; Yamaha pocket rocket motorcycle; pony buckboard wagon; Mitchell & Ness & other sports jerseys; Harmon Kardon & other stereo equipment; exercise equipment; Toshiba flat screen television & other electronics; more!!!
I was a bit curious about an extensive collection of religious artifacts. I'm assuming its from the Iverson house as well.
The auction will be held Thursday evening at 5:00 at BSS Auction in Port Richmond(Philadelphia). You can learn more by visiting http://www.bssauction.com/.
View the Gallery Auction here.
This is so far from dumpster diving. I would compare it to a department store warehouse sale, but waayyyyyy better!
When Allen Iverson was traded to the Nuggets last season, he and his family had to leave some things behind. And tomorrow they can be yours.
Chinchilla, mink, fox & leather coats; designer & brand name clothing and accessories by Very Cuoio, Prada, Manolo Blahnik, Chanel, YSL, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, Gianmarco Lorenzi, Nija (NY Milan), Kokin (NY), Philip Treacy (London), & Neiman Marcus; Contemporary art glass, set Bentley 21” rims w/ tires; 2 sets Rolls Royce 20” rims w/ tires; set Ford expedition 18” rims w/ tires; child’s gas powered Masseratti auto; Yamaha pocket rocket motorcycle; pony buckboard wagon; Mitchell & Ness & other sports jerseys; Harmon Kardon & other stereo equipment; exercise equipment; Toshiba flat screen television & other electronics; more!!!
I was a bit curious about an extensive collection of religious artifacts. I'm assuming its from the Iverson house as well.
The auction will be held Thursday evening at 5:00 at BSS Auction in Port Richmond(Philadelphia). You can learn more by visiting http://www.bssauction.com/.
View the Gallery Auction here.
Tuesday, September 4, 2007
Now On DVD: Confessions of a BET Producer
Every question you ever had about why BET does what it does will be answered when you watch this DVD.
Former 'Rap City' producer, Dbrad, breaks it all down in this candid tell all confessional that details the last 8 years of the inner workings of the network and its deliberate sabotage of black cultural views especially pertaining to hip hop.
Get a first hand account on how hip hop megastars like Jay-Z and Eve were destined for the cutting room floor, Nelly becoming the breakout star in 2000, the alienation of hip hop legends, eliminating feminine energy in hip hop, the negative depiction of Tupac Shakur and how Tupac's vision of Thug Life has taken on a mainstream destorted version in the form of 50 Cent.
Clip from "Confessions of a BET Producer"
Confessions of a BET Producer
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This is something everyone needs to watch, its not just about music. Dbrad gives an accurate point of view of how the entertainment industry is deliberately and knowingly corrupting the minds of a generation.
Get a broader perspective before turning the channel or protesting against a system that has already caused damage. Don't steam roll Don Imus, he's not a threat. And don't steam roll hip hop artists, they're only the messenger. Let's investigate our entertainment mediums. Don't be fooled by the name, Black Entertainment Television. Understand its a business owned by a white corporation. Money is the bottom line. Coonville rules.
The ONLY network that has ever done good by our community is PBS.
Former 'Rap City' producer, Dbrad, breaks it all down in this candid tell all confessional that details the last 8 years of the inner workings of the network and its deliberate sabotage of black cultural views especially pertaining to hip hop.
Get a first hand account on how hip hop megastars like Jay-Z and Eve were destined for the cutting room floor, Nelly becoming the breakout star in 2000, the alienation of hip hop legends, eliminating feminine energy in hip hop, the negative depiction of Tupac Shakur and how Tupac's vision of Thug Life has taken on a mainstream destorted version in the form of 50 Cent.
Clip from "Confessions of a BET Producer"
Confessions of a BET Producer
Add to My Profile More Videos
Available Now: Click Here for More Info
This is something everyone needs to watch, its not just about music. Dbrad gives an accurate point of view of how the entertainment industry is deliberately and knowingly corrupting the minds of a generation.
Get a broader perspective before turning the channel or protesting against a system that has already caused damage. Don't steam roll Don Imus, he's not a threat. And don't steam roll hip hop artists, they're only the messenger. Let's investigate our entertainment mediums. Don't be fooled by the name, Black Entertainment Television. Understand its a business owned by a white corporation. Money is the bottom line. Coonville rules.
The ONLY network that has ever done good by our community is PBS.
Sunday, September 2, 2007
Happy Labor Day: Support The Movement
In my desire to promote Signature Blogs further I need you to support me in getting the word out....
We have a page on myspace....www.myspace.com/hiphopmoguls and you need to be our friend and put us in your Top 4, 8, 16, 20, 24, 32, 40 because we want people to know we exist. So hit up the page and send a request. I can't afford to mail off giveaways right now, but in the near future I will have some prizes for our readers and supporters.
Also...
Hit up The Girl's Locker Room on Fox Sports Blogs, to get the latest in hot sports topics spun by my blog universe alter ego, Miss America. She is I and I am her, and together... we about to pop shit off!!!
Happy Labor Day!!!!
We have a page on myspace....www.myspace.com/hiphopmoguls and you need to be our friend and put us in your Top 4, 8, 16, 20, 24, 32, 40 because we want people to know we exist. So hit up the page and send a request. I can't afford to mail off giveaways right now, but in the near future I will have some prizes for our readers and supporters.
Also...
Hit up The Girl's Locker Room on Fox Sports Blogs, to get the latest in hot sports topics spun by my blog universe alter ego, Miss America. She is I and I am her, and together... we about to pop shit off!!!
Happy Labor Day!!!!
The BBG Report - "50 Cent Has Man Boobies"
Brooklyn Bizness Girl shares an observation of her boi, Mr. Curtis.....
Has any one noticed 50's "man breasts". We all know that he does have a great body but he can get on the chunky side. 50-get it together you're almost a B cup.
See 50's Man Breasts up close an personal....
Has any one noticed 50's "man breasts". We all know that he does have a great body but he can get on the chunky side. 50-get it together you're almost a B cup.
See 50's Man Breasts up close an personal....
Friday, August 31, 2007
FBI Spied on Dr. King's Widow
Is this why our civil rights leaders chose not to carry on the message that Dr. King was sending before he was assassinated? Is this why the only thing that is taught about Dr. King is the "I Have A Dream" Speech? Read On:
From AOL Blackvoices:
"ATLANTA (Aug. 30) - Federal agents spied on the widow of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. for several years after his assassination in 1968, according to newly released documents that reveal the FBI worried about her following in the footsteps of the slain civil rights icon.
In memos that reveal Coretta Scott King being closely followed by the government, the FBI noted concern that she might attempt "to tie the anti-Vietnam movement to the civil rights movement."
Four years after Martin Luther King Jr.'s death, the FBI closed its file on Coretta Scott King, saying, "No information has come to the attention of Atlanta which indicates a propensity for violence or affiliation of subversive elements," according to a memorandum dated Nov. 30, 1972." (Read More)
Thursday, August 30, 2007
The BBG Report: "Hollywood Get Gangster"
Brooklyn Bizness Girl dishes Hollywood buzz in the week's edition of The BBG Report!
The new film starring Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe “American Gangster” had its share of Hollywood drama.
HHM sources reveal that the “gangster” film company, Universal, did some strong arming of its own.
In 2004 the original director of the film was Antoine Fuqua. Earlier reports stated that he left because of “creative differences.” HHM sources say that Fuqua requested 10 million dollars more to be invested in the film's production.
Universal denied Fuqua’s request and he was asked to step down.
The film was canceled.
BUT in 2006, Universal then brought in its own team lead by new director Ridley Scott, and rewrote the script (with its original writer).
Sources also revealed that Denzel was angered by Fuqua’s firing and threatened to leave. Universal pictures offered Denzel $15 to $20 million more dollars to stay on the film and also granted $10 million extra dollars to be invested in the film under Ridley Scott.
Its was also said that Denzel and co star Russell Crowe were not set buddies.
The final budget reached $150 million and all Antoine Fuqua wanted was $10 million more. That was a “gangsta” move.
Obviously budget concerns were not the real issue for Universal. Fuqua did direct Denzel in “Training Day” which won him an Oscar.
Maybe Denzel can put $10 million aside and do a Fuqua independent film - that would be hot.
T.I. also plays a pivotal role in the film along side Terrence Howard who plays Nicky Barnes, which the film is based on.
American Gangster hit theaters this November.
View The Trailer:
The new film starring Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe “American Gangster” had its share of Hollywood drama.
HHM sources reveal that the “gangster” film company, Universal, did some strong arming of its own.
In 2004 the original director of the film was Antoine Fuqua. Earlier reports stated that he left because of “creative differences.” HHM sources say that Fuqua requested 10 million dollars more to be invested in the film's production.
Universal denied Fuqua’s request and he was asked to step down.
Antoine Fuqua
At that time, Universal chairman Stacey Snider reported that the film was already 80 million dollars and feared that they wouldn’t recoup the money.The film was canceled.
BUT in 2006, Universal then brought in its own team lead by new director Ridley Scott, and rewrote the script (with its original writer).
Sources also revealed that Denzel was angered by Fuqua’s firing and threatened to leave. Universal pictures offered Denzel $15 to $20 million more dollars to stay on the film and also granted $10 million extra dollars to be invested in the film under Ridley Scott.
Its was also said that Denzel and co star Russell Crowe were not set buddies.
The final budget reached $150 million and all Antoine Fuqua wanted was $10 million more. That was a “gangsta” move.
Obviously budget concerns were not the real issue for Universal. Fuqua did direct Denzel in “Training Day” which won him an Oscar.
Maybe Denzel can put $10 million aside and do a Fuqua independent film - that would be hot.
T.I. also plays a pivotal role in the film along side Terrence Howard who plays Nicky Barnes, which the film is based on.
American Gangster hit theaters this November.
View The Trailer:
Throwback Thursday: MC Trouble & Troop
This was back when Motown was making a comeback. Who remembers MC Trouble? And who remembers The Good Girls? This used to be my favorite video on The Jubebox (later The Box). Tragically, MC Trouble died when she went into cardiac arrest after having a seizure. She was only 20 years old. This was her last video "Make You Mine".
I felt like adding another for nostalgia's sake....
Here's "Spread My Wings" by Troop
I felt like adding another for nostalgia's sake....
Here's "Spread My Wings" by Troop
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