Tag Archive: Rap

It’s National DJ Day!

20 January, 20150

They keep us on our feet IF they are good! It's National Disc Jockey Day! According to Wikipedia, a disc jockey (abbreviated D.J., DJ or deejay) is a person who mixes recorded music for an audience; in a club event or rave, this is an audience of dancers. Originally, “disc” (uncommonly spelled “disque” or commonly “disk” in American English) referred to phonograph records, not the later compact discs. Today, the term includes all forms of music playback, no matter which medium is used. Read more [...]

Highlights, Music

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The 2015 Governors Ball Music Festival Line Up Released

9 January, 20150

The 2015 Governors Ball lineup has just been announced, with Drake, The Black Keys, and DeadMau5 as headliners. Did you go last year? If not here's a 2014 recap:   Check out the full list of musical acts below:   Tickets are on sale now, with the cheapest options going for $260 for the full weekend. Pricier VIP options for $595 and $2000 include special VIP viewing areas, lounges, a backstage open bar, and a merchandise pack. For information: www.govball.com Follow Read more [...]

Celebrity, Highlights, Music, Travel

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Two Fashion Show: A New Trending Topic

14 August, 20140

By Eric Ford (Contributing Writer & Creator of upcoming LifeStyle Website & Brand “Eric & Kidd”) Two fashion shows are better than one as the Two Fashion Show becomes a trending topic. Following the success of the One Fashion Show last year, it was time to go bigger and better and a new location was first on the list. “From the talk of our first show, Minute Maid Park actually reached out to us about having the show at their location,” said Two Fashion Team spokesperson. “Once Read more [...]

Fashion/Style, Highlights, Music, Non-Profit

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O.V.O. (Drake) Presents H.A.W

4 June, 20140

Its not secret that Drake love's Houston. I mean can you name a song where the Canada native doesn't mention in someway, a street, local native, or area of the metropolitan city? Me either! The Multiplatinum Recording Artist/Actor along with his record label O.V.O. Sound have decided to show a little Appreciation to the city he was discovered in by presenting H.A.W (Houston Appreciation Week). H.A.W will take place June 12-15 kicking off with the launch of October's Very Own (O.V.O) Thursday Read more [...]

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Coming Never: Run

19 May, 20140

RocNation & Parkwood Entertainment Present "Run" Jay Z & Beyoncé are back at it again with a promo trailer for their world "On The Run" tour. The star-studded four-minute video featured Sean Penn, Don Cheadle, Blake Lively, Jake Gyllenhaal, Emmy Rossum, Rashida & Kidada Jones, and Guillermo Diaz. Directed by Melina Matsoukas, "Run," is designed like your regular silver-screen movie trailer with explosions, car chases, gunfire, robbery, bad guys, good girls, and plenty Read more [...]

Celebrity, Highlights, Music, News, Travel, Tv/Movies/Hollywood

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Jay-Z Announces Made in America Festival in Los Angeles AND Philadelphia

16 April, 20140

From the "City of Brother Love", to the "City of Angels", Jay-Z in connection with his headline sponsor (Budweiser) made the following statement via twitter: "We're proud to announce @Budweiser #MadeInAmerica 2014 - Labor Day Weekend in Philadelphia AND Los Angeles...Early bird tickets for both cities are on sale right now!" - Budweiser The festival, held on the same dates on both coast, will take place at the following locations: Philadelphia: Ben Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA Sat, Read more [...]

Celebrity, Highlights, Music, News, Travel, Tv/Movies/Hollywood

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Family Affair? Beyonce & Jay-Z On The Run

16 April, 20140

On the Run? Jay-Z and Beyoncé have been performing together since 2002. The two have been making "New Rules" within the music industry. Jay-Z released his latest album Magna Carta Holy Grail via the Samsung App in July of last year. Beyoncé "one-upped" her mogul husband by releasing her audio/visual album with no promotion later that year. The power couple who just ended their own tours are now rumored to tour together. According to Page Six, "Bey-Z" could launch a stadium tour together. Read more [...]

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Time is Illmatic: Nas (Nasir Jones) Celebrates 20 Years

15 April, 20140

40 year old Nas (Nasir Jones) celebrates 20 years of the landmark album that solidified him: Illmatic. The "fountain of youth" drinking icon released Illmatic XX via SONY Legacy today as an anniversary album. The album features promo singles, remixes, and previous unreleased demos. "Its like going into a time capsule" -Nas on Illmatic XX Fans got a taste of what's to come when the legend gave a memorable performance at Day 2 of Coachella 2014. The celebrity filled festival witnessed pure Read more [...]

Celebrity, Highlights, Music, News

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Hot 97 Summer Jam 2014 Lineup

3 April, 20140

  New York's legendary station for Hip-Hop & R&B plans to kick start Summer with some of the biggest names in Hip-Hop! That's right, June 1st, 2014 at exactly 6:30pm HOT 97's legendary Summer Jam '14 begins! Taking over the MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ, fans will get the ultimate live/Hip-Hop experience. With 20 years of musical awesomeness, Summer Jam shares their anniversary with The Roots (who will also headline this year). Also returning to the stage after over Read more [...]

Celebrity, Highlights, Music, Travel

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Matthew Knowles Parts with I.C.E. Artistry Showcase

2 April, 20140

It's So hard to say Goodbye! According to the I.C.E. Showcase Facebook page, the following message was written: "Hi All, I hope you are enjoying your Sunday!  Mathew Knowles of MusicWorld Entertainment and myself Ashley Brooks of I.C.E. Artistry have decided to part ways and pursue some other avenues individually.  However I.C.E. Artist Showcase will be back up and running VERY soon, with a NEW look, NEW venue, and RENEWED purpose! Thank you so much for your support of my showcase!  We Read more [...]

Celebrity, Highlights, Music, News

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