NEON- Bright, shines, stands out! KOOL- That's just me! NERD- A person who avidly pursues intellectual activities, technical or scientific endeavors, esoteric knowledge, or other obscure interests... NEVER EVADE REACHING (your) DREAMS!!
Today marks ten years since the passing of Arsenal legend, David Rocastle.
The midfielder known as 'Rocky', died on March 31st 2001 after losing his battle with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, the same day Arsenal beat Tottenham Hotspur in the North London derby.
During his Arsenal career, Rocastle scored 34 in 300 games and represented England 14 times. He also won- First Division title- 1988–89, 1990–91, Football League Cup- 1986–87, FA Charity Shield- 1991
Following the infectious single 'Every Step', which was released last summer, 23-year-old singer Dele, drops his third single 'F U Right', via BTTA Music, March 22nd.
'F U Right', taken from the singer's EP 'Coming To Age', is a steamy RnB track where the East-Londoner explains all the things he'll do to his girlfriend. The video that accompanies the track was shot by acclaimed director Luke Biggins and will imminently be shown on various music TV channels.
The single, written by Dele, was aired exclusively on Choice FM, championed by Jenny Francis, and is currently receiving extensive rotation by other Choice FM DJs. The track is also set to pick up support from other radio stations across the country.
Having already supported the likes of Dru Hill, Joe, Styles P and Blackstreet in the UK, Dele will be embarking on his first international tour, aptly titled 'Out Of Towner', this May across Atlanta, USA, where he is currently working on some projects.
The Back To Black singer has taken to gardening as she finds it very theraputic. The troubled singer has been getting tips from Alan Titchmarsh's gradening books and getting her fingers green.
She is now turning her garden in to a place of zen to relax in, but that hasn't stop her from recording, with a session booked in with Nas and Damian Marley who are in London for a concert on Thursday at Wembley Arena.
After gigs in Nottingham and Edinburgh, the Firetrap Sessions tour hits London’s Covent Garden store on Wednesday 30th March.
Firetrap have a history of supporting young talent and link ups with cult designers like Ziad Ghanem, indie record label Full Time Hobby, deserving charities like Teenage Cancer Trust, The Mayors Fund For London and talked about music festivals like Stag and Dagger and Bestival.
Fashion and Music fans eager to attend have been signing up online since February and popping in store to pick up their ACCESS ALL AREAS pass which will include- free entry, free beverages and a Firetrap Sessions goody bag on the night.
Performing on the London leg of the tie are-
THE STOW(WWW.THESTOWONLINE.CO.UK)
BRIGHT LIGHT, BRIGHT LIGHT(WWW.BRIGHTLIGHTX2.COM)
RACHEL FURNER(WWW.RACHELFURNER.COM)
Check out news and information on the tour on Firetrap’s Facebook page and Twitter-
WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/FIRETRAPOFFICIAL
WWW.TWITTER.COM/FIRETRAPONLINE
Also check back for a review of the event after the 30th… Shout out to Eni
Former Chelsea and Inter Milan manger, Jose Mourihno, has admitted he was hours from signing up to manage the English national team.
He says the job was offered to him by the FA, and he had practically accepted before having a change of heart at the eleventh hour.
He reconsidered because of the fact he would not be in competition week in week out and other than playing the odd international every couple of months, he would be watching his players in their domestic leagues and just sat in his office and this did not suit him. He instead pulled out of the deal and waited for the right job to come along, which was eventually Inter Milan who he would go on to win the Champions League with.
I'm sure there are many England fans who will be a bit upset with this news as England have been very inconsistent over the last couple years under Italian, Fabio Capello, and let's not mention the South AfricaWorld Cup debacle.
The charasmatic Potugese manager does still hold hopes of returning to the Premier League in the near future, but to which team? It's rumoured Alex Ferguson will retire after breaking Liverpools record of 19 Premier League titles, many an Arsenal fan are now thinking Arsene Wengers time at the helm must now come to an end and Roberto Mancini is still trying to change history by taking Manchester City in to the Champions League.
Tinie Tempah and Disturbing London have launched their own clothing line. The venture has started with T-shirts and will eventually launch a more extensive range of garments.
Tees start from £25.00 (excluding shipping) and range from size small to XXL.
Anyone remember that'Routine Check' tune from a few years back? What about 'Harvey Nicks' Ft. Sway???
Well if you do, you'll recognise the gentlemen above as one half of the UK Hip Hop group, The Mitchell Brothers, the first duo/group to be signed to Mike Skinners' 'The Beats' label.
After a three year hiatus Tony is back with a brand new attitude and a contagious style that will capture the ears and eyes of old and new fans.
'Off The Coathanger' is Tony's first solo single, which showcases his creative microphone skills, flow and delivery.
Check out aspiring director Chas Appeti's visual work in the teaser trailer and be sure to check back for the full-length vid 1/4/11! I've also thrown in 'Harvey Nicks' for free... Enjoy!
Rihanna gets her Crusty the clown sexy on and flashes a lil' more skin for the legendary magazine. It's a good look... I'll update the pics with better quality one's ASAP.
Okay, so according Live Nation Chairman, Irvin Azoff, RiRi's concert problems are a myth. There are loads of new facts around bookings and ticket sales. Head over to NecoleBitchie.com for the full details...
Them Jagged boyz will return to the music scene with a new album titled 'The Remedy' June 21st.
The quartet, now signed to Miami based Slip-N-Slide Records, home to Trina, Trick Daddy and once upon a time, Rick Ross.
The album will the groups first since 2007's 'Baby Makin' Project' and will feature guest appearances from- Gucci Mane, Trina and Rick Ross. Info is a bit scarce at the moment, but they will be filming the video for their first single 'Baby' sometime in April.
The group has been around for a long time and (with the exception of their self-titled 'Jagged Edge' album...) always put out good RnB music.
Lil' Willow Smith (it seems...) is growing in confidence and took to Twitter to address Chris Breezy's latest tantrum where he stormed out of Good Morning America's studio's and broke a window after being grilled about the 'Rihanna episode', when he was actually there to promote his new album F.A.M.E.
The pint sized popstar (apparently...) tweeted...
The tweet was later deleted and another one posted via Roc Nation reps saying...
I did think it was a bit suspect when I first read it, considering she's only 10 years old, but then I also thought she could be a big RiRi fan and reppin' #Team Rihanna???
Looks like RiRi is going to have to cancel some of her 'Loud' tour dates due to poor ticket sales.
The Bajan beauty, who is currently on the road, is struggling to fill venues on various stops of the tour. It's been reported her scheduled show in Boston on July 24th, which also features Cee-Lo Green, has only sold 3,700 tickets and needs at least 15,000 to break even.
It was suggested the singer only use theatres and smaller venues, but this didn't happen and her excessive demands are not being justified by the money being made.
I never really thought Rihanna would have any probs filling arenas, guess I was wrong.
I think with some rearranging/re-scheduling, things can be worked out(?)
One of the twentieth century's greatest movie stars, Elizabeth Taylor died has died aged 79.
The Hollywood actress, who was suffereing from ill health and was being treated for congestive heart failure. She past away with her four children by her bedside at cedars Senai hospital in Los Angeles, California.
Her son, Michael Wilding called her "an extraordinary woman who lived life to the fullest".
Born in Hampstead, North London and acting since she was 12 years old, the English-American actress was renown for her beauty, eight husbands and her most famous roles in films including- National Velvet, Cleopatra and Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
Taylor was considered one of the great actresses of Hollywood's golden age. The American Film Institute also named her seventh on its Female Legends list.
So on top of starting a two year jail sentence in June, Ja Rule, real name Jeffery Atkins, has pleaded guilty to tax evasion agreed to pay over $1.1 million in tax debts and IRS penalties. The rapper pleaded guilty to three counts of failing to file a tax return, even though he was touring and releasing albums between 2004-2008.
Each count of tax evasion carries a 'maximum' sentence of one year, let's do the math-
Gun posession= 2 years + Three counts of tax evasion= 3 years
"When VIBE decided to do an international issue, spotlighting the 'need-to-know' artists and musical scenes around the globe the toughest decision was who to feature on the cover. What one artist has impacted the globe, sold crazy albums and has a reach that extends past music? 50 CENT, that's who".
Angela Simmons re-enacts the dance routine from my babymama Ciara's 'Ride' video in her 'dance' class.
Not bad for a first time performance, a lil' unpolished, but with some work it will be a good look. Looks like Ang' has a lil' elastic in her waist still!
Here is the cover for Musiq's new album 'MUSIQINTHEMAGIC' LP, due 3rd May. Musiq never fails to deliver so I more than confident this will be another banger!
The lead single, 'Anything Ft. Swizz Beats' is doing well with those in the know, and his newest release 'Alphabet', has just hit the net, so it's sounding like another stellar effort.
JLS have finished filming for their 3D film, which will be released later on this year. The as yet untitled feature will be 50% documentary and 50% tour footage, including backstage antics and interviews with Marvin, Aston, JB and Ortise.
So who's gonna running out to see this one? With their little sister of course lol...
As it looks like Dr Dre's highly and LONG anticipated 'Detox' alnum will finally see the light of day, it is rumoured Jay-z and Beyonce will feature on the LP... On th same track.
The couple haven't recorded together since 2007 and were personally requested by Dre. Both rappers have recorded their verses and the only part left to complete is the chorus, which will done by Bey'...
Let's hope 'Detox' comes sooner rather than later.
L.A. Reid has reportedly left Def Jam Records and been appointed the first judges seat on the American version of The X Factor.
After months of rumours the final steps are being made to secure the judges who will sit on the panel with Simon Cowell. It also looks like Cheryl Cole will not be joining Simon after recently becoming quoted as saying 'I never stood a chance of becoming a judge'.
Mariah Carey and Nicole Scherzinger are other names that have been thrown in the pot, but with Mariah about to drop Nick Cannon's twins, I doubt that very much!
The star-studded affair could also be topped off with Enrique Iglesias as the shows host.
This US X Factor may be worth checking out after all.
These kickz are krazy! Not something I would personally wear, but I would purchase them for my daughter. The above kickz are a follow up to the pair Lil Wayne was wearing NYE on 106 & Park
Hailing from the East London Grime scene, aspiring artist Xploder is about to embark on his musical journey, with a transition of style from boy to man, underground to commercial. The name alone may seem intimidating to most, but it’s simply just an expression, for the unexpected talent Xploder embraces within his inner shell. As quite a reserved individual, he is known to astound music lovers with his explosive lyrical energy and musical abilities.
The progression of Xploder’s previous two singles “Don’t Trust You” and “So True” has brought him new fans as well as entertaining old ones. He is now ready to unleash his forth-coming EP Line of Fire, which has already gained support from radio stations such as BBC 1Xtra, BBC Radio 1, Kiss 100 and Choice FM following the “Fly like a G6” remix he did to give a fans a taste of what’s to come.
With personal influences from a varied list of artists, such as Dizzee Rascal, Coldplay, Jay-Z, Ludacris, Michael Jackson, Nas, Outkast, Stevie Wonder and UB40, he is definitely set to establish a new niche in today’s music market.
Having been on the musical circuit for the past 4 years, Xploder has gained a huge amount of exposure. He initially started rapping, producing his own material, then going on to become a member of the infamous, 'Highly Rated Camp.’ Within this urban collective he was able to further his musical talents alongside his best friend Beckz Winter and brother 'D.Dark.’ The success of his music, independently and as part of the Highly Rated Entertainment company was recognised across the underground scene, with many appearances made on UK pirate and internet radio stations such as Mystic, Deja Vu, Rinse, Heat, Axe and Manic. The breakthrough across the underground market, also lead to appearances and airtime plays on commercial radio stations.
01 – Intro
02 – My God
03 – Money On My Mind (Freestyle)
04 – I Still Wanna feat. Rick Ross & Ab Liva
05 – Untitled feat. Kevin Cossom
06 – Blow
07 – Cook It Down (Freestyle)
08 – Open Your Eyes
09 – Can I Live (Freestyle)
10 – Rain feat. Pharrell & 50 Cent (The Neptunes)
11 – Touch It feat. Kanye West
12 – Speakers Going Hammer (Freestyle)
13 – Alone In Vegas
