Meg, Klay and the Proxy War That Followed

Men Feeling Unloved is Dangerous There’s a proxy war being fought in comment sections all over the world, or at least in America, over Klay Thompson and Meg the Stallion. Now, being from Houston and being an avid sports fan, I’ve seen both of these people from the literal beginning. I watched Klay get drafted to the Warriors and become one of the best shooters of all time, a 4-time World Champion, and write his name into history books. I watched Meg use social media and YouTube, freestyle Read more […]

Hundreds Of Houstonians Gather To Celebrate The Life Of DJ Michael “5000” Watts

DJ Michael “5000” Watts is a part of Houston culture, many Houstonians childhood. His mother lived in the same neighborhood as I did growing up. His loss felt like a piece of my childhood chipping away. This past monday, hundreds celebrated his impactful life-King’s Day. The day started with a private funeral service at the Luke Humble Church where Pastor Walter August facilitated the service. Guests included the family of Watts, entertainers such as Slim Thug, Mike Jones, D-Reck of Wreckshop Read more […]

Song of the Summer? Zydeco Has Entered the Chat!

Before Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter sent the world into a frenzy for all things Country, S. Dott was already living that life. An artist from the heart of Louisiana, he’s seen the style evolve from something people “clowned” him for to a global phenomenon. “Shout out to Beyoncé, she got the whole world on board right now, and it’s an amazing thing to see,” he says with his Louisiana accent coming through.

Originator of the #SoGoneChallenge, Grammy Award-winning Monica to headline The 2nd Annual Black Heritage Festival

August 17, 2016 -Houston, TX-The Houston Black Heritage Music and Arts Festival is back for its 2nd year. The highly anticipated festival will be held on September 17, 2016 at Discover Green from 4pm-10pm. The 2nd Annual Black Heritage Festival is a one day cultural event produced by the nonprofit 501c3 tax exempt organization, “The Foundation for Black Heritage and Culture”. The festival features speakers, exhibits, musicians, artists, poets and craftspeople locally and nationally. The festival Read more […]

It’s National DJ Day!

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 […]

The 2015 Governors Ball Music Festival Line Up Released

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 […]

National Champagne Day!

“Im on a 24 Hour Champagne Diet!” December 31st is National Champagne Day! Its a couples first drink as husband & wife. Its part of a perfect mimosa at a Sunday Brunch, and of course, millions will be “poppin bottles like they won a championship game” tonight as they welcome 2015. If you are hosting a party or brunch or simply just want to celebrate something special, buying champagne can get expensive! I took the journey for you to get the most bubbles for your buck! Just call me the Queen of Read more […]

Giveaway: Bounce Boat (NYC) this Friday with Mike Hawkins + Designer Drugs

This Friday, Bounce Boat (World’s Premiere Dance Music Cruise) returns with a one of a kind show that’s sure to be a night to remember…. or forget 😉 Headlining the Main Stage is Danish producer DJ Mike Hawkins, who will be making his NYC debut performance during a stop on his own North American REVOLT tour – named after his innovative and hard-hitting progressive house tune (out now via Doorn Records.) Hawkins is donating all of the proceeds from the single to UNICEF – an organization that Read more […]

PRESS RELEASE: Wells Fargo Brings African American Treasures from The Kinsey Collection to The Houston Museum of African American Culture

“In observance of the fiftieth anniversary of the Passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Kinsey exhibition poised to dispel myths and encourage dialogue around African Americans in the making of America”    Houston, TX July 15 2014- As the nation observes the fiftieth anniversary of the passage of the Civil Rights Act, Wells Fargo (NYSE: WFC) and the Houston Museum of African American Culture readies the opening of, African American Treasures from The Kinsey Collection, on August 2, 2014. The Read more […]